safety

When Dry Fire isn’t “Dry” – Did That Really Just Happen?

By Matthew Maruster / February 8, 2022

Handling firearms comes with substantial risk. Unfortunately, the risk doesn’t disappear just when we leave the range. Many unintended discharges (UDs) occur when people conduct dry fire practice. When Dry…

Strategies to Stay Safe When Using Rideshare Services

By Matthew Maruster / February 3, 2022

There’s no doubt that rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have made getting around town much easier. But with the rise in popularity of these services has come an increase…

S5E4: The Random Show with Riley Bowman

By Riley Bowman / February 2, 2022

Riley Bowman brings a unique format to the show for the first time, something we’re calling “The Random Show.” Meaning Riley’s going to cover a wide-array of topics and ideas, sometimes bringing on various guests or hosts. While we will tend to stay focused in the firearms/self-defense space, anything is on the table.

When Dry Fire isn’t “Dry” – Sleepy Dry Fire Practice

By Matthew Maruster / February 1, 2022

Handling firearms comes with substantial risk. Unfortunately, the risk doesn’t disappear just when we leave the range. Many unintended discharges (UDs) occur when people conduct dry fire practice. When Dry…

S5E2: Dry Fire – 3 Challenges and 7 Solutions

By Riley Bowman / January 27, 2022

Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen talk about some of the challenges associated with dry fire practice and then propose a bunch of solutions for overcoming those. We can attribute obtaining much of our skill to regular, effective dry practice, now let’s make sure we’re doing it safely and maximizing our time doing it. Tune in!

When Dry Fire isn’t “Dry” – I Don’t Remember Loading the Gun

By Matthew Maruster / January 25, 2022

Handling firearms comes with substantial risk. Unfortunately, the risk doesn’t disappear just when we leave the range. Many unintended discharges (UDs) occur when people conduct dry fire practice. When Dry…

NEW from VARA- The RACT Rifle & Shotgun Lock : SHOT Show 2022

By Matthew Maruster / January 19, 2022

If you’ve wanted a smart way to secure your long gun and still have quick access, check out the newest product from VARA. Today at SHOT Show, I spent some…

2-Year-Old Shoots Mother and 1-Year-Old Sibling

By Matthew Maruster / January 12, 2022

Imagine being shot in the chest. Now also imagine that your 1-year-old child also gets shot in the leg. Things couldn’t be much worse. Not unless the shooter is your…

How to Get The Most from Your 1st Range Session

By Matthew Maruster / December 30, 2021

As a trainer, I have had many , many people come through classes who have never ever held a gun or been on a range before. There are definitely some things you can do to lessen the anxiety and make that first trip

Internet Technician Solves Warning Shot Mystery

By Matthew Maruster / December 20, 2021

An incident in Missoula, Montana, leads to the arrest of one woman and many people without internet service. Between the Concealed Carry Podcast and the content we publish on the…

Complacency and Firearms, a Dangerous Combination

By Matthew Maruster / December 3, 2021

Chances are, you have heard someone say, ‘complacency kills!’ But this statement isn’t meant for us to take literally… right? Well, I actually think complacency can lead to tragic outcomes.…

BarrelBlok – The Indispensable Dry Fire Practice Tool

By Matthew Maruster / December 2, 2021

If you conduct any dry fire practice as part of your firearm training, a little-known product called BarrelBlok should find its way into your Christmas Stocking this year. Why the…

S4E2: The Gun Safety Rule Riley and Jacob Argued About

By Riley Bowman / October 12, 2021

Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen relive that one time when they argued pretty extensively about one of the firearm safety rules. We’ll discuss the safety rules and spill the beans on what they found so controversial.

Tragedy: 4-Year Old Dies From Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound

By Matthew Maruster / July 7, 2021

Today, a man and woman are in jail after their 4-year old child died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head yesterday. How did this tragedy happen, and was…

S2E10: Your Car is NOT a Holster…or a Safe

By Riley Bowman / June 10, 2021

Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss problems associated with using car holsters and/or storage solutions–safety issues, theft issues, circumstances involving children, and also potential problems with law enforcement interactions. Tune in!