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...
KJ's Prairie Dog Hunting Loadout
Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is getting ready to head out on a Wyoming prairie dog hunt with Caldwell, and this gave him a chance to set up his gear...
Range Ready’s Semi-Auto Pistol Operator Courses
Gun Talk’s Range Ready Studios facility in Robert, LA offers multiple training opportunities, including the Semi-Auto Pistol Operator 1 (SAPO1) course...
Suppressors: How Long Does It Take?
Is it hard to get a suppressor? How long does it take? Silencer Central’s Brandon Maddox joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham, and they discuss the origins...
Guns & Crime
Gun Talk’s Twitter has been on fire lately. Tom Gresham shares a bit from Gun Facts about a correlation between guns & crime. Get the facts right when...
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...
Bird Boys, Clickers & Stag Arms
Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham and Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin are joined by Ryan Donahue from Stag Arms. The trio are on the set of Guns & Gear Season 15, (coming...
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...
‘Reign of Terror’ on Turkeys
Our friend and turkey hunter extraordinaire, Thomas Allen, joins Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin to catch up on the waning days of turkey season...
Pistol Brace Shuffle & FPD Mindset
Should we follow the ATF pistol brace rule? Ryan and KJ explore the newest update on a far-reaching pistol brace rule. Plus, a real life scenario played out...
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...
Stoeger Pistols, Training & More
Gun Talk’s own Chris Cerino joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham to discuss a variety of training topics. Chris recently returned from the road, and notably...
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...
Range Ready Tip: Gear For Rifle Cartridge Reloading
In this Range Ready Tip, Gavin Gear of Ultimate Reloader offers advice on the needed equipment to get started with reloading rifle cartridges. Whether you’re...
Talking Ammo With Federal Premium
JJ Reich of Federal Premium Ammunition joins Gun Talk Hunt’s Ryan Gresham on location in Illinois for this episode. JJ also represents Alliant Powder, CCI...
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...
Find the Dot, Get Good Hits
“Don’t shoot corn and poop!” In this Range Ready Training Tip, presented by Springfield Armory, Range Ready’s Chris Cerino is discussing and demonstrating...
Speed VS Accuracy
In this First Person Defender® Training Tip, presented by Ruger, Chris Cerino is discussing and demonstrating the balance of speed and accuracy, along with...
A High-Tech Turkey Hunt With Bushnell
Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham is joined by Matt Rice of Bushnell Optics, and the pair are in rural Illinois for a “high-tech” turkey hunt. Ryan and Matt...
Preview: 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...
Clean Guns Run Better
Dustin Sanchez of Real Avid joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham on this episode and the guys are talking about being a “gun nerd’, Dustin’s competition...
Easy Way to Find the Red Dot
Trainer Chris Cerino explains why he likes about red dot sights, and the fastest way to find the dot when presenting, using Springfield Armory's XD-S and Hex WA
Good Samaritan Stops Carjacking
In this episode: Our good guy encounters a carjacker when picking is wife up from a yoga class.First Person Defender® puts participants in real-life...
When to Engage a Manual Safety
Trainer Andrew Blubaugh demonstrates when and how to engage a manual safety in response to a threat, using the Colt Defender 1911.
Lasers on Little Guns for Training, Self-Defense
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates why a laser on a compact carry pistol is a good choice for defense, using the Ruger LCP II and a Viridian green laser.
Angry Neighbor Confronts Landowner
In this episode: A landowner and property surveyor encounter an angry neighbor.
Self-Defense Shotgun Direction When Moving?
First Person Defender's Ryan Gresham demonstrates why it's best to keep a self-defense shotgun pointed down as you walk your house.First Person Defender® puts..
Controlling a Micro Pistol
Don't be afraid to shoot a micro pistol, or to use two hands to shoot it. Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates his technique for these mighty mouse firearms...
Pistol Presentation - From Holster to Target
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates his shortcut technique for getting a defensive firearm drawn and into the plane of vision as quickly as possible, using the...
Finding the Best EDC Flashlight
SureFire's Andrew Wright discusses some things to consider when looking for the best flashlight for everyday carry.
How to Shoot with Both Speed & Accuracy
Trainer Chris Cerino heads to the range with the Ruger American Pro to discuss shooting with both speed and accuracy, and the importance of getting to know...
Good Grip Pressure for Shooting
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates a good grip pressure with both one- and two-handed operation, using the Smith & Wesson Shield EZ that offers a rear grip...
Try This Drill to Fix A Common Shooting Issue
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates a "Call Your Shot" drill to fix a common issue of shooting low, using the Springfield Armory XD-M Elite.
What to Look for In a Self-Defense Firearm
Trainer Chris Cerino discusses some features and options that he looks for in a firearm for self-defense.
Using Hidden Compartments for Firearms
Trainer Chris Cerino discusses placement and positioning of concealment or hidden compartment furniture like the In Plain Sight concealment shelf from...
Man Attacked in Parking Garage Last Night
In this episode: Our Defender is walking to his car one night when he encounters a threat.
Fight at Local Office Turns Deadly
In this episode: Our Defender confronts a fight in a parking lot.
Office Parking Lot Carjacking
In this episode: Our Defender is attacked in the parking lot outside of his office. For your special...
Quick Reload Drill for a Micro-Compact | First Person Defender Bonus
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates an easy way to train for a quick reload of a micro-compact pistol using the Springfield Armory Hellcat.
Easily Acquire Your Front Sight
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates a quick way to block your rear dot sights to quickly find the front sight, using Smith & Wesson's M&P Compact...
Armed Intruders Attack Father, Son in Home Invasion
In this episode: A day at home for a father and son is interrupted by armed assailants.
Child Abducted from Front Yard
In this episode: Our good guy has to fight off a stranger trying to abduct his son from the front yard. For your special...
Member Stops Gunman in Church Shooting
Our good guy is thrown into an active shooter situation while attending a church service. For your special...
Lasers are Great for Training, Defense
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates how he uses a laser to dry fire/live fire to learn the trigger on a new pistol, using Crimson Trace's CMR-201 Universal Fit...
Too Big to Carry a Small Gun?
Trainer Chris Cerino offers a few suggestions on carrying and training with a small gun, demonstrating with the Ruger LCP II.