Hands-On with the Holosun P.ID Plus & HS507COMP Red Dot
There's probably a reason why you sucked at your last shooting competition. Your window wasn't big enough! We check out the Holosun P.ID Plus, Positive...
Sisters, Shooters, Champions: Justine & Jalise Williams
Your odds of beating these two on the range is near zero. How two sisters grew up to become two of the best female shooters on the planet. Ryan Gresham sits...
Boosting Deer Herd Health with Trail Cams
In this episode of Gun Talk Hunt, KJ is officially back in the trail cam game, and he's joined by Lindsay Thomas of the National Deer Association and Mark...
EOTech EXPS3: Battle-Tested
We put the EOTech EXPS3 through an ultimate test. Find out if it survives. Hands-on look at the EOTech EXPS3 with the (danger-close) reticle — big 68 MOA...
From Fringe Vests to Firearm Holsters: The Story of Galco
Galco Holsters began in 1969 when Richard Gallagher, a Chicago leatherworker making hippie-era gear, was asked by a police officer to craft a gun holster.
Max Michel: HUGE ANNOUNCEMENT!
Pro shooter Max Michel discusses his transition from Sig Sauer to another big name in the firearms industry, reflecting on his 17-year career, what led to...
Smith & Wesson 2025 Innovations
Smith & Wesson’s David O’Connor joins to break down the latest firearm innovations for 2025 — including the Performance Center Shield X Carry Comp, the...
First Bucks, Missed Shots, and Lifelong Memories
In this special in-the-field (and out-of-the-field) episode of Gun Talk Hunt, KJ sits down with his sons and their next-door neighbor for a candid recap of...
AWR Hawkins on Gun Control
On this episode of Gun Talk Nation, host Ryan Gresham sits down with AWR Hawkins, award-winning Second Amendment columnist at Breitbart News, to dive deep...
Burnout, Breakthroughs, and the Power of Getting Back Outdoors
Have you ever felt burned out from hunting—or worried the thrill is starting to fade? You’re not alone. In this episode of Gun Talk Hunt, host Kevin “KJ”...
Big Bore Power, Crossbow Tech & Backyard Ballistics
Airguns aren't what they used to be. In this Gun Talk Nation episode, Ryan Gresham sits down with Val Gamerman of Pyramyd Air to explore how airgun...
Black Hills 5.56 Ammo Showdown | 77gr TMK vs. 60gr V-MAX vs. 62gr Dual Performance
Not all 5.56 ammo is created equal—and Black Hills Ammunition proves it. From long-range precision to varmint control to serious terminal performance, this...
Aimpoint Duty RDS-MR Review
Take a deep dive into the Aimpoint Duty RDS-MR — a rugged, professional-grade red dot sight featuring multiple reticles and unmatched durability. In this...
Having a Gun Isn't Enough
Owning a gun is just the beginning. What happens after you defend yourself? In this powerful training event hosted at Gun Talk's Range Ready Studios, eight...
Franklin Armory F-22: Binary-Equipped .22 Rifle & Pistol That Hits
Franklin Armory’s F-22 series blends rimfire fun with real capability. Whether you're grabbing the rifle with its 16" fluted bull barrel or the compact...
When Self-Defense Training Gets Too Real
Gun Talk Nation host Ryan Gresham is joined by Jeremy Hedin (@whatthekicks) and Santiago Lopez (@tactical.santi) for a brutally honest conversation about...
Why Your Toolbox Is Failing You | (Real Avid X3 Driver Review)
Still using standard screwdrivers on your firearms? Time to upgrade. The Real Avid X3 Driver Kit is purpose-built for gun maintenance—with smart torque...
Trijicon RMR Sighting-In Tips
Gun Talk’s Chris Cerino hits the range to walk through his personal process for sighting in his Trijicon RMR red dot sight on his truck gun.
2A Strategy, Safety Lessons & Classic Wish-List
Ryan Gresham (filling in for Tom) and the Gun Talk crew dive into platform throttling, why curating your feeds matters, and a sharp Open Source Defense take...
Smart Locks, “Arsenal” Myths & Red-Dot Wins
Ryan Gresham fills in for Tom from the Gun Talk Nation studio for a fast, funny, and info-packed episode: Kenny Barlow (Regal Products) joins to reveal how...
Machine Guns, Myths & Underrated Cartridges
Ryan Gresham - filling in for Tom Gresham - and the Gun Talk team dig into three hours of everything guns — from underrated cartridges and nostalgic...
Hunting Tips for Meat Care, Gear, and Survival
What really happens after you press the trigger? This episode of Gun Talk Hunt, hosted by KJ, dives deep into the often overlooked part of the hunt: what...
One Round, Two Jobs: DoubleTap Snake Shot Defense for Semi-Autos
Snake in the grass or threat in the street—DoubleTap’s Snake Shot Defense does both. Designed for semi-auto pistols (9mm, .45 ACP, and 10mm), this innovative...
GLOCK Gen6 is Here!
GLOCK finally pulled the curtain back on the new Gen6 pistols, and yeah… there’s a lot to talk about. Gun Talk’s Ryan Gresham was on the ground at GLOCK HQ...
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...