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Episode 32: How Your Brain Could Get You Killed

By Jacob Paulsen / July 6, 2016

A study showed that even among shooters at a gun range who all knew the firearm rules, and thought they were important; only 20% of the shooters followed all the rules at all times. We explain the key barrier that prevents us from being able to follow the rules even when we want to

Episode 30: The CCWer’s Restroom Break

By Riley Bowman / June 29, 2016

It’s a place we must frequent every day of our lives (unless you’re superhuman!)–the restroom. Typically far from the beginning CCWers mind until their first trip to the restroom when carrying a gun is how to handle the firearm and/or holster when resting their cheeks on the white porcelain throne, we will break this down and discuss at length tips and strategies for how to do this safely and efficiently

Episode 28: I Stopped a Stabbing in Detroit

By Riley Bowman / June 22, 2016

Today we are so excited to feature the story of a man who successfully stopped a brutal attack on a woman when he decided to step in, draw his gun, and put an end to it…and not in the way you might think! Not only do we have the story, but we have the full interview that we were privileged to have with him.

Episode 26: 7 Stupid Reasons Gun Owners Don’t Have Gun Lawyers

By Riley Bowman / June 15, 2016

Reasons why you may not have an attorney abound. Today we hash through a few of the most common things we hear about this important topic.

Episode 24: Convincing Friends and Family to Carry Concealed

By Riley Bowman / June 8, 2016

We talk about the key things that may be preventing others from carrying and how you can help them come to the logical and emotional conclusion that they need to take action.

Episode 22: I Got My Permit, Now What?

By Riley Bowman / June 1, 2016

Riley, Brandon and Jacob discuss the most often neglected next steps for those walking out of a standard concealed carry permit class.

The Concealed Carry Podcast

By Jacob Paulsen / May 31, 2016

The Podcast is focused on concealed carry topics for American Gun Owners who believe in firearm related self-defense. The podcast is hosted by Riley Bowman, a member of the executive team of USA Firearm Training.

Custom Sounds Plugin for L.A.S.R.

By Jacob Paulsen / May 19, 2016

Along with the recent release of version 4.0 of LASR, the team has also released a new plugin for their revolutionary gun training software called “Custom Sounds Plugin.” ->First and…

L.A.S.R. 4.0 Update Released – Laser Training Software

By Jacob Paulsen / May 18, 2016

The team over at L.A.S.R. (Laser Activated Shot Reporter) has announced the release of version 4.0 of the industry’s top laser training software!

Episode 9: Biggest Concealed Carry Mistakes

By Riley Bowman / April 13, 2016

We recently published a viral articled with over 50 common concealed carry mistakes. Today we are going to talk in more depth about our 10 most significant and common mistakes.

Episode 8: Are Marksmanship Skills Overrated?

By Riley Bowman / April 6, 2016

When you get to the range to do some training you judge your skills in part by your ability to group shots near the bullseye of the target but Jacob thinks that is a backwards approach. Today we discuss why groupings the size of basketballs are probably better than tight golf ball groupings.

Tactical Home Defense Tips From EJ Owens

By Jacob Paulsen / February 19, 2016

Based on my team’s research a home invasion is the most common place for you to need to use deadly force and deploy firearm related defense tactics so this is a critical topic. EJ’s course consists of hours of quality video content that addresses every aspect of home defense you could imagine.

Speed Shooting Competition With LASR

By Jacob Paulsen / February 3, 2016

In the video you see the LASR software and we are shooting with SIRTs from NLT. Coupon codes and links are below if interested. Racing drills like this have good and bad aspects. The good is that you act with legitimate…

Dry Practice – Dry Fire: Working on Fundamentals

By Steve Beckstead / December 18, 2015

It was a pretty proud moment for that young shooter! Later during a course I was taking, I flubbed a simple action, when home and worked it “dry” then went back and smoked through the exercise perfectly. Some one asked how I’d improved, and I said, “Dry practice!” Yes, it does work!

VIDEO: How to Draw Your Concealed Carry Firearm and Present It

By Damon Thueson / December 7, 2015

Master instructor Steve Beckstead shares some tips for drawing your concealed firearm. It’s simple but its critical to train and practice.