About this episode
Are you truly prepared for what happens after you defend yourself? In this episode of Gun Talk Nation , host Ryan Gresham sits down with Chris Cunningham, retired Oklahoma City Police homicide detective and current Critical Response Coordinator for CCW Safe . Chris reveals hard truths about the criminal justice system, and how even good people with no prior criminal record can find themselves completely unprepared — and financially devastated — after a self-defense shooting. With decades of real-world law enforcement experience, Chris walks through: What really happens after a self-defense shooting Why not calling the police first is a massive mistake How road rage and brandishing incidents escalate into criminal cases The right and wrong things to say after using your gun What it actually costs to defend yourself (you’ll be shocked) How CCW Safe provides expert legal protection, crisis support, and even crime scene cleanup Whether you're a concealed carrier or just a concerned citizen, this is a must-watch episode that could save you from being steamrolled by the system. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Safariland , First Person Defender , Hodgdon Powder , and Guns & Gear . About Gun Talk Nation Gun Talk Media's Gun Talk Nation with Ryan Gresham is a weekly multi-platform podcast that offers a fresh look at all things firearms-related. Featuring notable guests and a lot of laughs. Gun Talk Nation is available as an audio podcast or in video format. For more content from Gun Talk Media, visit guntalk.com or subscribe on YouTube , Rumble , Facebook , Instagram , and X . Catch First Person Defender on the new Official FPD YouTube channel. Watch Gun Talk Nation on its new YouTube channel. Catch Gun Talk Hunt on the new dedicated YouTube Channel. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker , iHeart , Apple Podcasts , Spotify or wherever you find podcasts. Copyright ©2025 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 09.24.25 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support .