Gun Talk

Are you carrying a weapon light — or are you betting your life on muzzle flash? SureFire's Andrew Wright joins Ryan Gresham to break down everything from military-grade suppressor durability and the truth about round counts, to why compact carry guns now have zero excuse to run without a light. Plus, the candela vs. lumens debate, the flat EDC light revolution, and what's coming next from one of the most trusted names in tactical lighting.This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by FN Firearms, MTM Case-Gard, Silencer Central, Archon Firearms, and Range Ready Studios.About Gun Talk NationGun 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, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gun-talk/id190516844

In This Hour:-- Virginia passed a new ban on common rifles and pistols, but a number of prosecutors have pledged to not enforce the law, saying it is unconstitutional.  Philip Van Cleeve of the Virginia Citizen's Defense League explains where this is going.--  Serious shooters constantly look for the next gun, whether something old and historic or new and innovative.  What are some of the options?--  How old should a daughter be before she can start learning to shoot?Gun Talk 05.31.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- The federal excise tax on firearms and ammunition has been around for a century.  Now some are saying it's unconstitutional.  Larry Keane, from the National Shooting Sports Foundation, explains how the money is used and why it guarantees "A seat at the table."--  The focus may currently be on semi-auto firearms, but the goal from the beginning was to ban private ownership of handguns.  That's still the plan.--  What does winning look like in the Second Amendment fight?Gun Talk 05.31.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:--  Are there really stupid guns, or is it just that sometimes we don't understand why somone would want one?--  How do you answer when someone asks why you carry a gun?--  A measure on the ballot in Oregon would ban hunting and fishing.  What's going on out there?Gun Talk 05.31.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Paranoia or preparedness?  Many people choose to ignore risks while others prepare to face and deal with problems.  Why do so many avoid safety measures?--  Do you need concealed carry insurance, and what company is best?--  Blood, boats, and bullets. Growing up in a rural setting.Gun Talk 05.31.26 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

What happens when you hand a pro shooter the keys to Colt's R&D department for 19 years? You get Mark Redl — and he's sharing everything. From why your magazines are probably to blame for your malfunctions, to the real maintenance schedule your 1911 needs, to why mastering a revolver will make you deadlier with any handgun you pick up. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Range Ready Studios, FN Firearms, Silencer Central, and Archon Firearms.About Gun Talk NationGun 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 ©2026 Freefire Media, LLC<b

In This Hour:-- YouTube has shut down another channel from a gun company.  Greg Buchel explains what happened to the Big Horn Armory channel, and why that's part of an ongoing effort by the streaming platform to throw out firearms content.--  Can you shoot a hostage taker? How do you do it? --  Another convert to the real benefits of an honest gun belt.Gun Talk 05.25.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Gun rights activists gather next week at the New England Firearms Advocacy Conference, where they will share experiences and plan strategy to support the Second Amendment.  Holly Sullivan of the Citizens Committee To Keep And Bear Arms explains what will happen there.--  Is the 10mm enough for bear protection?--  Looking isn't seeing.  How do you learn to see trouble and avoid it?Gun Talk 05.24.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Kostas Moros, of the Second Amendment Foundation, announces the latest win for gun rights and concealed carry in, of all places, New York.-- Whether a bear gun or a self defense gun, there's a point where your handgun is too powerful for you to control the recoil. --  His gun malfunctions with a 15-round magazine.  There's a simple solution.Gun Talk 05.24.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:--  Lessons learned from a week at "The Harvard Of Gunfighting Schools."--  When judges release criminals early, or without any punishment, the public suffers. --  Tom shares his recipe for smoking ribsGun Talk 05.24.26 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

What happens when artificial intelligence starts researching firearms policy for itself?In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham sits down with Paul Angrisano to explore a fascinating experiment involving AI platforms like ChatGPT, Grok, and other large language models—and how those systems responded after being exposed to years of firearms training articles, defensive carry philosophy, and real-world gun culture.The conversation dives into:How AI initially “viewed” gun ownersWhy firearms training culture changed those assumptionsThe difference between AI priors and real-world dataOpen-source AI systems and persistent learning modelsThe future of AI in education, business, research, and everyday lifeThey also discuss the risks, opportunities, and very real implications of AI-driven information systems—and who ultimately shapes the “curriculum” these systems learn from.Check out the article: https://guntalk.com/post/i-asked-ai-about-gunsWhether you’re excited about AI, skeptical of it, or somewhere in between, this is one of the most thought-provoking Gun Talk Nation conversations yet.This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Archon Firearms, Silencer Central, Range Ready Studios, and FN Firearms.About Gun Talk NationGun 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

Jerrod “Box” Grove of Caldwell spotlights the company’s game-changing clay target systems.  David Miguel from Smith & Wesson highlights .22 lineup, and shares fun customer service stories. and details on the relaunched Smith & Wesson Academy in Tennessee. Lipsey’s covers the surge in straight-wall cartridges popular for hunting regulations, and suppressor-friendly fun. Gun Talk 05.17.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

Joe Kurtenbach from Banish Suppressors discusses the benefits of training with suppression. RJ Contomo from Savage covers the importance of fitting youth with the proper size firearms, Gun Talk 05.17.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

JJ Reddick of Federal Premium discussed the brand’s 100+ year history with rimfire ammo and the huge variety of loads available across platforms.  Marty Van Der Heiden of Volquartsen Firearms shares the company’s 50-year evolution from custom barrels to premium precision .22 rifles and pistols known for accuracy, lightweight carbon-fiber barrels, and excellent triggers.  The rise in popularity of double-stack 1911 pistols as fun range guns. Gun Talk 05.17.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

What does it look like when a regular guy with a phone, a homemade tripod, and a golf ball accidentally builds one of YouTube's most beloved firearms channels? Ryan Gresham sits down with 22plinkster to trace the wild journey from a friendly bet in 2011 to shooting 321 rimfire guns in a single day to celebrate one million subscribers.This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by FN Firearms, Silencer Central, Archon Firearms, and Range Ready Studios.About Gun Talk NationGun 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 ©2026 Freefire Media,

-- Col. Jeff Cooper developed what's called the modern technique of the pistol and created a school for gunfighting.  On what would have been his 106th birthday. Gun Talk broadcasts live from Gunsite and examines the lasting impression of this Renaissance Man.  --  How has Gunsite, often called "The Harvard Of Gunfighting," evolved over the 50 years it has operated.  Ken Campbell is CEO of this world-famous training facility in Arizona, and he is in the middle of a revamping of the physical facility as well as updating what and and how students are trained.--  At its core, a holster just needs to hold a handgun.  Seems simple, and in a way it is.  But the small things make a difference.  Rob Leahy of Simply Rugged holsters has lived a life with guns, and that experience helps him design and build leather holsters that are comfortable and practical.Gun Talk 05.10.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

--  Now what? You're trained and you carry a gun, and now you had to draw it in self protection or to help someone.  How do you let the responding police know you are a good guy before they shoot you?  Mike Lessman at DSM Safety Products came up with an answer.--  Is the media really biased against guns and gun owners or is it just matter of ignorance?   Katie Pavlich has been at the forefront of national media, including Fox News, for years.  She's also highly trained in the use of firearms for defense.  She shares what she learned about how the media approaches things that go bang.--  Guns for women.   On Mother's Day it's a chance to revisit what guns work for women, and is there really a need to even have different handguns for the sexes?Gun Talk 05.10.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

-- Who actually was behind the fight to throw out the leaders, replace board members, and redirect the  NRA to its core values?  Buz Mills, owner of the famous gunfighting school Gunsite, pulls back the curtain.--  Sometimes you want to conceal a handgun, and sometimes you don't.  What goes into making a good holster to fit the particular need.   Mike Barham explains the process they use at Galco Holsters.--  What really happens at a multi-day class in gunfighting?Gun Talk 05.10.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

-- The Department of Justice announces big changes in administrative rules which remove many restrictions on lawful gun ownership and purchasing.  Acting Attorney General gives the details in a Washington, DC, press conference.-- The new ATF director, Rob Cekada, explains the most significant changes facing gun owners, gun stores, and manufacturers under the new and proposed rule changes.-- Professional shooter Jalise Williams continues to bring home trophies from around the world.  She started shooting at age 4, and entered the competition world at 10.  She's been winning almost from the beginning.Gun Talk 05.03.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

-- Jack Carr's latest novel, The Fourth Option, has a new hero, and he's dishing out SEAL-level justice in the steamy quarters of New Orleans.--  Capturing family stories through the guns you pass along.--  It may seem small, but with modern TSS loads the 28-gauge shotgun works great for turkeys.Gun Talk 05.03.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

--  Pete Brownells takes a team of former special forces warriors to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.--  He went sleep walking with his pistol a year ago and thought he had thrown it away.  He found it in the file cabinet drawer where he keeps his tax records!--  Looking for trouble is a good idea, if you make it part of your "see and avoid" practice.Gun Talk 05.03.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

--  How safe are publiic shooting ranges?--  Should food delivery people carry guns for protection?--  Don't juggle your gun!Gun Talk 05.03.26 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

At the 2026 NRA Annual Meeting, Ryan Gresham sits down with Brandon Maddox of Silencer Central to talk about what’s really happening in the suppressor world right now.Big takeaway? Things have changed—a lot.Wait times that used to stretch close to a year are now down to days or weeks, the $200 tax is gone, and the process is getting more streamlined by the minute. Maddox also shares what he’s seeing from inside the industry, including potential regulatory changes, easier purchasing options, and how companies are working directly with agencies to simplify the process.They also break down:What silencers people are actually buying right nowWhy rimfire suppressors are exploding in popularityDirect thread vs. QD setupsSimple cleaning tips most people overlookIf you’ve ever thought about getting a suppressor—or just want to understand how much the landscape has shifted—this is worth your time.This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Silencer Central, Vortex Optics, Archon Firearms, and Range Ready Studios.About Gun Talk NationGun 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 <a href="http://guntalkhunt" target="_blank" rel="norefer

In This Hour:-- Everyone has seen the video of the attacker rushing past security at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.  What lessons can we each learn from that?--  Todd Blanche, acting Attorney General of the U.S., talks with Tom about gun rights, his plan to help the Second Amendment, and his surprise that his mother has a carry permit!--  What are the real-world takeaways from this most recent attack on President Trump?Gun Talk04.26.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:--  Jarrod Grove from Calwell reveals the latest in the line of Claycopter launchers for wingshooters.--  What's the advantage of sticking with just one gun for carrying versus trying different models?--  Even when you can't get to the shooing range you can still practice.  Here's how.Gun Talk 04.26.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Assistant U.S. Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon chats with Tom about what the DOJ is doing to protect the Second Amendment and where she now practices with her Glocks.--  Cam Edwards delivers an update on the assaults on gun owner rights in Virginia.--  What's the difference between training and practiciing with your gun?Gun Talk 04.26.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- When a father looked for help with security for his daughter and other nursing students, the Second Community stepped up with volunteers.--  While the 1911 may be the "classic car" of the pistol world, it still "drives" just fine.--  Justice Department's Harmeet Dhillon attracts new fans with her talk of target shooting.Gun Talk 04.26.26 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

Is your rifle kit missing something? Ryan Gresham is on the floor of the 2026 NRA Annual Meetings in Houston with EOTech veteran John Bailey, and they're covering everything from why NODs and IR lasers have gone mainstream to the wave of new products EOTech dropped at SHOT Show. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Archon Firearms, Range Ready Studios, Silencer Central, and FN Firearms.About Gun Talk NationGun 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 ©2026 Freefire Media,

At the 2026 NRA Annual Meetings, Gun Talk’s Tom Gresham is joined by Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon to discuss the Department of Justice’s aggressive push to defend Second Amendment rights—and the legal battles unfolding across the country.Dhillon breaks down the DOJ’s response to controversial firearm legislation, including recent actions in Virginia, challenges to so-called “assault weapon” bans, and efforts to protect gun manufacturers from state-level overreach. She also shares insight into ongoing cases that could shape future Supreme Court rulings and what gun owners should expect moving forward.From federal lawsuits to training and advocacy, this conversation highlights the DOJ’s evolving role in protecting gun rights nationwide.DOJ lawsuits targeting state gun restrictionsLegal challenges to semi-auto firearm bansFederal vs. state conflicts on gun lawsEncouraging responsible firearm ownership & trainingFor 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 ©2026 Freefire Media, LLCBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

“My mom, for the first time, just told me she has a concealed carry permit! That’s okay, I love it!” ~ Todd Blanche, Acting U.S. Attorney GeneralAt the 2026 NRA Annual Meetings, Gun Talk’s Tom Gresham is joined by Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche to discuss major developments affecting the Second Amendment—and what gun owners can expect next.Blanche shares insight into sweeping regulatory changes currently in the works at the Department of Justice, aimed at restoring Second Amendment rights and rolling back burdensome restrictions on gun owners, manufacturers, and FFLs. He also discusses ongoing legal battles, potential Supreme Court implications, and the administration’s long-term strategy to create lasting change.From regulatory reform to defending gun rights nationwide, this conversation offers a rare inside look at what’s happening behind the scenes in Washington—and what it means for the firearms community.DOJ regulatory overhaul underwayPotential major changes for FFLsSupreme Court battles impacting gun lawsLong-term vision for Second Amendment protectionsFor 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 ©2026 Freefire Media, LLCBecome a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gu

Live from the Ruger booth at the 2026 NRA Annual Meetings--  Ruger re-enters the shotgun market with the iconic Red Label, plus new rifles from a new factory.--  After getting rid of the rascals, the NRA is back and stronger than ever in the fight for the Second Amendment.  John Commerford, head of the ILA, provides updates on the legal and legislative activities.--  The pistols and revolvers from Taurus are miles ahead of only a few years ago.  Caleb Giddings explains what's new, and what's different.Gun Talk 04.19.2026 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

Live from the Ruger booth at the 2026 NRA Annual Meetings.-- Ruger stretches the lines of the RXM pistol and the American Gen II rifle, including left handed models!--  Mark Keefe, long-time editor at the NRA, talks about his favorite guns, including historic one.--  What's behind the constant offering of discount guns from Palmetto State Armory?Gun Talk 04.19.2026 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

Live from the Ruger booth at the NRA Annual Meetings. --  Gun Talk launches a new all-guns TV channel, available on smart TVs. Ryan Gresham explains what Shooting Sports Life is and how to get it.--  Serious people know a good flashlight is part of your self defense package.  Andrew Wright, from Surefire, explains how to choose the right light.--  Tom reveals some of the guns which caught his attention on the show floor at the 2026 NRA Show.Gun Talk 04.19.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

The legendary Kyle Lamb of Viking Tactics joins Ryan Gresham for this episode of Gun Talk Nation. In this wide-ranging discussion, Kyle and Ryan discuss the NRA-ARC matches, where competition shooting and tactical shooting overlap, how to select the right gear - and what gear really matters, tips to combat nervousness, and so much more.This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Archon Firearms, Silencer Central, FN Firearms, EOTech, Taurus USA, Vortex Optics, CZ Firearms, and Silent Steel USA.About Gun Talk NationGun 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</a

In This Hour:--  Violently attacked by a dozen people, a gun store employee shoots in self defense.  Michael Cargill describes what happened to his workers.-- In the world of fine firearms Wilson Combat stands out.  Founder Bill Wilson announces a new pistol and explains how they make such good guns.--  How does it happen that you buy a gun you don't need?Gun Talk 04.12.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:--  Timney Triggers now makes an upgraded trigger package for the Gen 6 Glocks.  -- West Virginia hunter Chris Ellis talks about spring turkey hunting.--  Comparing 1911 pistols.  How does the Gun Talk special edition from five years ago stack up?Gun Talk 04.12.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:--  Special limited-availability guns from Gallery Of Guns.  Kevin Wilson explains how it works and the process of buying these exclusive firearms.--  New 22 rimfire rifle explores the top end of that category.--  Some in the gun community like to badmouth President Trump and his Second Amendment efforts, and that online bashing might help gun banners win in the midterms.Gun Talk 04.12.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:--  A newbie gets welcomed to a shooting range.--  His scope ran out of adjustment for long range shooting, but there's a simple fix.--  Watching the Artemis II mission brings to mind the fastest space robot, which goes 200 times faster than a speeding bullet.Gun Talk 04.12.26 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

How do you choose a good firearms training class, and what should you do if the instructor is unsafe, unhelpful, or simply wastes your time? In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham and Chris Cerino break down how to evaluate pistol and carbine classes, what bad training looks like, how to test your gear in class, and why tight groups, reliable equipment, and practical gun handling matter more than internet myths.Train with Chris at Range Ready Studios. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Vortex Optics, CZ Firearms, Silent Steel USA, Range Ready Studios, EOTech, Taurus USA, Remington Ammunition, and FN Firearms.About Gun Talk NationGun 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. List

In This Hour: -- A gun rights activist in Australia gives his take on the mass murder event on Bondi Beach.  David Brown explains how the change in that country's gun culture may have affected the reaction. --  The ATF announced it's taking a 1-week "time out" on processing applications for suppressors before the $200 tax is removed.  Knox Williams, from the American Suppressor Association explains what's going on. -- He went to the gun store to buy one model, but everything changed when he handled a different one.  The joy of finding that pistol that just fits perfectly. Gun Talk 12.14.25 Hour1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour: --  Gun rights cases are winning in the courts, but will the U.S. Supreme Court confirm those wins?  Kostas Moros, from the Second Amendment Foundation handicaps the odds. --  Teaching a police officer to shoot, and wondering why the academy didn't do it right. --  In a mass murder attack, if you had an opportunity to shoot the killers, should you do it? Gun Talk 12.14.25 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour: -- Drake Clark announces Magpul's new grip modules for the Ruger RXM pistol. --  Is there a best plan for defense against terror attacks? --  Last-minute Christmas gift ideas -- visit your local gun store. Gun Talk 12.14.25 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

Steve Ellinger of Clay Target Legends joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham for a deep dive into the world (and history) of skeet shooting, sporting clays, trap shooting, shotgun fit, and so much more.This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Taurus USA, Remington Ammunition, EOTech, CZ Firearms, Silent Steel USA, Range Ready Studios, Vortex Optics, and FN Firearms.About Gun Talk NationGun 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 ©2026 Freefire Media, LLCGun Talk Nation 04.01.26Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

-- Even though we get frustrated with the Supreme Court putting off taking Second Amendment cases, there's reason for hope.  Bill Sack, of the Second Amendment Foundation, runs down a few of the active cases and handicaps the odds of winning.--  Ever seen the silly image of an entire cartridge flying through the air instead of a bullet? It can happen if you use the wrong ammo, sort of.--  Do you perform a press check on your automatic pistol?  Many experienced shooters do.  Was actor James Caan the first to do a press check in a movie? Perhaps, because he actually trained with Col. Jeff Cooper.Gun Talk 03.29.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

-- What really matters in self defense, and why much of what we hear today is nonsense.  Noted trainer Ken Hackathorn cuts through the marketing and BS to reveal what we should ignore and what we much pay attention to.--  A surprise answer when a professional is asked what pistol he carries.--  A new bill would expand the gun carry rights for former law enforcement officers. Why should there be a "special class" with expanded rights?Gun Talk 03.29.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

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--  A shooter who is transgender wants to get into competition but worries about the reception.--  The Spanish Star pistol from the 1970's hits the spot for a lightweight carry gun.--  Another reminder to double check the ammo is right for the firearm.Gun Talk 03-29-26 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

What did the Freestone, Texas NRL Hunter match teach Gun Talk Hunt before the show goes seasonal? In this final episode before the break, KJ looks back on the Freestone NRL Hunter experience with squad mates Randal, Reggie, and Sloan. They break down stage strategy, wind calls, tripod use, ranging problems, gear failures, and the lessons learned from one of the toughest matches of the season. Gun Talk Hunt is going seasonal and will return in August, making this a strong wrap-up to this portion of the season for hunters and shooters who want to sharpen their field skills.This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Savage Arms and Range Ready Studios.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 ©2026 Freefire Media, LLCGun Talk Hunt 03.28.26Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.s

What happens when a gun guy decides to build a belt-fed rifle from an HK-style platform? In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham talks with Mike Perkins of Whiskey and Windage about roller-delayed rifles, HK and CETME-style builds, firearms tinkering, FFL and SOT realities, and the legal line gun owners should understand before starting a custom project. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Remington Ammunition, CZ Firearms, EOTech, Taurus USA, Range Ready Studios, Silent Steel USA, FN Firearms, and Vortex Optics.Enter the Gun Talk "Copperhead Giveaway" for your chance to win a one-of-kind custom GLOCK 47 with upgrades from Ballistic Advantage, Riton Optics, Timney Triggers, and XS Sights. Enter HERE.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 <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159" tar

-- Why do ammo companies use both small and large pistol primers, making it more difficult for reloaders?-- What changes are underway at CZ, Dan Wesson, and Colt now that they are under the same ownership? Tom Taylor runs down the news from these major gun makers. --  It's okay to come in last at a shooting match if you are learning something.Gun Talk 03.22.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.