I Accidentally Put My Gun Through the Dryer
From Gun Talk Radio (05.24.20 Hour 3): A caller gets his gun stuck in the dryer. What are the safety concerns, and will the gun still work?Tune in for more...
Is the Glock 29 a Bear or Lion Gun?
From Gun Talk Radio (05.24.20 Hour 1): A listener is heading into the mountains and has a bear gun question. Is the GLOCK 29 a valid choice for use against...
Guns in the Dryer; Issues When Sighting In
We hear wild gun stories like this often, but we haven’t heard the one about the gun getting stuck in the dryer? Ryan Gresham and Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin discuss...
The Fun of 3-Gun; ARs, Knives & Stocks; DoubleStar Oops Tales
Gun Talk Nation's Ryan Gresham and Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin talk with Nick Collier of DoubleStar Corp. about the attraction of 3-Gun competitions; the life of an...
Home Defense Shotgun? Set Your Shells Up
Utilizing a shell carrier on your home defense gun is important, as is the way you set it up!
Gun 101: Selecting the Correct Ammunition
Tips for finding the right ammunition for your firearm.
No Respect for the Poor .280 Remington
The .280 Remington cartridge has survived a name change and lack of star power - If you've never considered it, give it a second look!
Should You Own Body Armor?; Anti-Red Flag Law Signed in OK
Is it a good idea to have personal body armor on hand? Ryan Gresham and Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin debate the usefulness of civilian-use body armor. Plus, enter to...
The Ins and Outs of Hog Hunting in the South
Gun Talk Nation's Ryan Gresham and Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin talk with Louisiana Hog Control's Cy Brown about going viral pre-YouTube with a video of an exploding...
20 Gauge Turkey Hunt Set-Up
How far is too far to shoot a turkey with a 20 gauge? Is It 50 yards? Head to the range with your set-up to get turkey season ready.
What To Do If You Draw Your Gun
From Gun Talk Radio (05.17.20 After Show): This is a “What If” call. The After Show crew discusses what to do if you find an intruder in your home, or how...
5.7 Cartridge in a Revolver?
From Gun Talk Radio (05.17.20 Hour 3): Will the 5.7x28mm work in a revolver? Tom discusses chamber pressures of the 5.7x28mm and what protective equipment...
Ideas for Securing Your Gun Rights
From Gun Talk Radio (05.17.20 Hour 2): A caller decides to build an 80% lower to keep it in his hands if the government if they ever decide to take guns.
Smith & Wesson Shield Options, Including the New 9mm EZ
Ryan Gresham runs through three different options from Smith & Wesson's family of M&P Shields - the original 9mm, the 380 EZ, and the new 9mm EZ.
What's the Deal with the .44 Special?
Own a .44 Magnum revolver? Gun Talk's Tom Gresham has a cartridge for you - the .44 Special.
Accidental Fatalities with Firearms Down 45%; Battery-Operated Optics for Defense?
Have you recently purchased a new gun and want to go shoot a few rounds? Ryan sits down with Joe Bartozzi of the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF)...
Bullets; Gun Collecting; Policing Dentists; Stories from the Streets
Gun Talk Nation's Ryan Gresham and Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin talk with industry insider and retired law enforcement officer Jeff Puckett about his current job...
Setting up the ShotKam for Clay Targets, Wingshooting
The ShotKam is a great tool for training, or even catching the shot of a lifetime. Ryan Gresham shows how easy it is to install on the barrel of your shotgun...
Would You Trust Your Life to a Battery?
From Gun Talk Radio (05.10.20 Hour 3): A caller disagrees with Tom about the use of a battery-operated optic or laser on a defensive gun. Tom offers his...
Introducing Kids to the Shooting Sports
From Gun Talk Radio (05.10.20 Hour 2): Tom Gresham talks about growing up with guns, and discusses some good ways to get kids started in the shooting sports...
You're Never Too Old To Protect Yourself
From Gun Talk Radio (05.10.20 Hour 1): How old is too old to carry a gun? A caller shares the story about his mother who bought a PK380, sent in her paperwork..
Cartridge Comparison: 5.7x28mm vs .22 Magnum
Is there much of a difference between 5.7 centerfire and .22Mag rimfire? Ryan Gresham examines the two cartridges at the range.
Allowing for Gas Blowback from a Suppressed AR
In this Gun 101 tip, Ryan Gresham discusses the importance of safety glasses specifically while shooting a suppressed AR rifle, especially from the left, due...
Lights on Guns - Yes or No?
Are you considering putting a light on your gun? Is there such a thing as too much light? Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin and Gary Killingsworth sit down to discuss some...
Have Cover. Give Commands. Be Ready to Shoot.
In this First Person Defender Bonus Tip, Chris Cerino discusses and demonstrates engaging a threat from a position of advantage - where you have cover, and...
How Many 2x4s to Stop a 9mm?
Can drywall and 2x4s really protect you from incoming gunfire? The answer might surprise you. In this First Person Defender Bonus Tip, we dive deep into the...
Shooting Without Vision, Is It Possible?
In this special bonus, we test shooting accuracy when vision is compromised — simulating scenarios where your prescription glasses are lost, knocked off, or...
Surviving the Ambush
Step into a high-stress, force-on-force scenario where an unsuspecting participant faces a surprise active shooter in a realistic training environment.
Store Robbery: Armed Citizen Responds
What would you do in a high-stress store robbery with multiple armed threats? In this episode of First Person Defender, Aaron faces a dynamic armed robbery...
Carjacking Happens FAST
How do you react when you're faced with a carjacker, especially with your family in the car? This high-intensity training episode from First Person Defender...
Mentally Unstable Attacker with a Knife
In this First Person Defender scenario, a man walks out of a bathroom and straight into a dangerous situation: a visibly unstable individual ranting...
Road Rage Turns Violent
What starts as a minor fender bender quickly escalates when a driver refuses to back down—and one woman is forced to make a life-or-death decision. In this...
1911 Grip Safety Build-Up
In this First Person Defender® Training Tip, presented by Springfield Armory, Chris Cerino is discussing issues that some shooters can have with fully...
Self-Defense Gone Wrong?
What happens when good intentions lead to dangerous decisions? A gunfight breaks out when Josh steps in to stop a mailman robbery.
Brutal Hostage Carjacking
In this episode of First Person Defender, Neil and Stephannie Weidner from Active Self Protection face every defender’s nightmare—not once, but twice.
Can She Escape Without a Gun?
What happens when you're unarmed and trapped in a car during a violent encounter? In this intense episode of First Person Defender, Shirley faces a...
Fake Delivery Person Attacks!
In this episode of First Person Defender, we throw Michael into a high-pressure force-on-force training scenario known as the Hooded Box Drill. Watch as he’s...
Violent Highway Robbery Gone Wrong
In this intense First Person Defender scenario, James and his wife stop to help a stranded motorist, only to face a terrifying armed robbery. What starts as...
Home Invasion Turned Violent: Armed Woman Fights Back
What happens when a regular person is attacked in their bedroom? In this intense episode of First Person Defender, Natasha walks into what should be her safe...
First Person Defender Season 14: Coming in Hot!
A new season of First Person Defender is here. Season 14 is the wildest, most intense season yet, and if you’re an FPD fan, you know that’s saying something!
Three HK Options - What’s Right For You?
Which HK is right for you? Chris Cerino details the HK CC9, HK VP9, and HK M556A1. If you're interested in a new HK for home protection or self-defense and...
Situational Awareness & Training
In this First Person Defender Bonus, Mike Darter from CCW Safe presents a critical message about the importance of situational awareness for concealed...
Be Polite, Be Courteous…Be Safe
In this First Person Defender Bonus, Mike Darter from CCW Safe offers some sage advice for communicating with authorities in the aftermath of a critical...
The Real Cost of Self-Defense
What is the actual cost of a self-defense situation? If you defend yourself in a self-defense scenario, the costs will mount. Mike Darter of CCW Safe and...
What is a Micro Compact Pistol?
How does a micro compact compare against a compact and full size? HK announced their newest micro compact, the HK CC9, but is it really that small? Chris...
Shot the Wrong Guy? A Self-Defense Reaction
What would happen if you shot the wrong person? Mike Darter of CCW Safe and Ryan Gresham react to a First Person Defender scenario that deals with mistaken...
NEW Concealed Carry Range Drill
You need a new range drill to test you skills. Chris Cerino offers up a new drill utilizing the newest HK CC9. Watch if you are in need of a drill to spice...
Camper Carry
Is it possible to mount a holster to the bed of your truck? Can you defend yourself if you find yourself camping in the back of your truck? Chris Cerino...