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...
A Dynamic Parking Lot Shootout!
In this episode of First Person Defender, we focus on the challenges of a dynamic violent scenario where quick decisions are the difference between life and...
Woman Forced to Shoot Carjacker!
In this episode of First Person Defender, we focus on the challenges of transitional areas, particularly entering and exiting a car. Our Defender, Laura, is...
Building a Gun Room?
Interested in a gun room? First Person Defender’s Chris Cerino showcases an assortment of products from Secure It, and discusses different ideas when it...
Be Ready. Decentralized Gun Storage
First Person Defender’s Chris Cerino discusses “decentralized gun storage” concepts utilizing SecureIt’s Fast Box Model 47. In this FPD Bonus Tip, Chris...
Crazed Man Hiding in the Closet!
Our Defender, Brad, is well-trained, well-prepared and willing to defend himself. In this episode, we put Brad through two different scenarios that will...
Sudden Home Invasion Attack!
Our Defender, Brian is no stranger to First Person Defender. He’s worked behind the camera on several episodes, trained at Range Ready, and is fairly prepared..
Man Ambushed With Shotgun!
“If this, then that.” You can never be too prepared and you never know what kind of danger lurks out there, even during mundane daily tasks. Our Defender...
Nightclub Bouncer Faces Armed Patron!
Our Defender, Willis, is a real-life bouncer in New Orleans, so he’s used to tense situations with unknown individuals. A former Marine and aspiring EMT...
Violent Knife Attack In Coffee Shop!
Fight or flee? This is the question that our Defender, Chris, is going to have to answer in this episode of First Person Defender. Chris has a military...
Shootout at the Gun Store Counter!
Our Defender, Gary, is fairly new to concealed carry and he’s in a dynamic and dangerous situation. This scenario will remind you of the gun shop scene in...
When Zombies Attack!! FPD-Z
After wrapping up a season of Gun Talk’s First Person Defender (FPD), Ryan and KJ are the last ones at the range…or so they think. Something strange is going...
Man Saves Wife From Active Shooter!
Our Defender, Chris, is a civil engineer and a dedicated family man. He has some firearms training, but no force-on-force experience. He’s picking his wife...
Man Shoots Domestic Abuser!
Our Defender, Trent, was asked by his friend Shirley to come by because she was under threat by her abusive boyfriend. The police are called, and the abuser...
Man Wakes Up To Home Invasion!
Your home is your castle, but are you ready to defend it? What happens when you wake up and the threat is already inside? Our Defender, Travis, is highly...
Mass Shooter Opens Fire at the Mall!
Our Defender, Jake, is a small business owner and FPD veteran who finds himself at the wrong, (or right?), place and time. He’s showing up at a local mall...
Retention Shooting Tips
In this First Person Defender® Training Tip, presented by Springfield Armory, Chris Cerino is discussing and demonstrating shooting from retention, including...
‘Orange You Glad You Know This Drill?’
In this First Person Defender® Training Tip, presented by HK, Chris Cerino is discussing and demonstrating his “orange guy drill” which focuses on a blend of...
Man Attacked at the Pharmacy!
Our Defender, Kevin, is an experienced participant, so we made it extra tough on him. How will Kevin perform when the stakes are high, the danger is...
Preview: Man Attacked at the Pharmacy!
Our Defender, Kevin, is an experienced participant, so we made it extra tough on him. How will Kevin perform when the stakes are high, the danger is...
Barricade Positional Shooting Tips
In this First Person Defender® Training Tip, presented by HK, Chris Cerino is discussing and demonstrating different positional shooting exercises when...
Man Encounters Assassination!
Our Defender, Gilbert is presented with an unusual situation. A man in front of him decides to assassinate another, and Gilbert has to decide…engage or not?...
Preview: Man Encounters Assassination!
Our Defender, Gilbert is presented with an unusual situation. A man in front of him decides to assassinate another, and Gilbert has to decide…engage or not?
‘Put That In Your Stovepipe!’
In this First Person Defender® Training Tip, presented by Ruger, Chris Cerino is discussing and demonstrating how a “stovepipe” malfunction can occur, and...
Mother Attacked at Grocery Store!
Our Defender, Georgia is leaving the grocery store with children in tow when they are approached by a strange man who gets in between her and her kids. Will...