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...
Build Box Bonus: Eliminating Upper/Lower Wobble
From the Build Box Nook of Knowledge, special guest Clint Hanson of Ballistic Advantage is sharing what you need to know about “wobble” between your AR upper...
What You Should Know About Body Armor
Interested in getting body armor, but don’t know where to begin? Jason Mammano of Premier Body Armor sits down with Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham to cover...
Youth Hunting Adventures Pt. 1
Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is joined by Josh Ward of Gunpowder Inc. for the first of a two-part episode. They are discussing the ‘trials and...
Build Box Bonus: Evolution of the Quad Rail Handguard
From the Build Box Nook of Knowledge, Ryan Gresham covers the origins of the AR quad rail handguard, up to the current refinements found from brands...
*NEW* SIG SAUER P322-COMP
SIG SAUER Shooting Team Captain Max Michel joins Guns & Gear to showcase the new SIG P322-COMP. Billed as “Fast. Fun. Flat.” - the P322-COMP .22 pistol...
Getting to Know SDS Imports
For this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham sits down with Jahred Gamez of SDS Imports. The guys are discussing a variety of topics, including how...
KJ’s ‘Best of 2023’ Gear List
Ever the gear junkie, Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is going through his “best-of” list for hunting gear that he’s personally used and abused this...
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...
Giving Away Your Guns and Ammo?
Is it wise to give away a few guns and ammo? Tom’s small community recently had a small auction to support an individual. The small event raised a good...
What’s a .308 Rifle Good For?
Tom dives into the .308 cartridge. What is it good for, and what big game animals can you shoot with the long-beloved cartridge? If you’re looking for an...
Last Minute Lights
Do you wait until the last second to purchase gifts? Andrew Wright of SureFire delivers his ideas for last-second Christmas gifts. Tom and Andrew dive into...
Ruger SFAR / EOTECH Experience Recap
Gun Talk’s training facility, Range Ready, hosted the “Ruger SFAR / EOTECH Optics Experience” - an immersive rifle training course featuring the Ruger SFAR...
New Blue! Red Ryder Tactical Upgrade
New Blue! Guns & Gear’s Chris Cerino is at the range with “not your everyday Red Ryder carbine-action 200-shot air rifle.” When Black Bart presents himself...
"A Gun Talk Christmas"
“Twas the day before Christmas and Ryan and KJ are wrapping up after a Gun Talk LIVE when some unexpected shenanigans occur…”
The Importance of Quality Blades
Charles Allen of Knives of Alaska sits down with Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin to discuss the importance of good quality knives in the field. Charles and KJ are on...
Sig Sauer’s Phil Strader Checks In
Our good friend, Sig Sauer’s Phil Strader, sits down with Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham to discuss the weather. Just kidding. Although they do discuss the...
Should You Try Reloading?
There are several reasons to begin reloading your own ammunition. Bill Clinton of Powder Valley joins the show to discuss why you should consider reloading.
The Controversial 6.5 Creedmoor
There are two sides of the aisle. You either love the 6.5 Creedmoor, or you despise the cartridge. John Snow, from Outdoor Life, and Tom delve into this...
What is Real Gun Training Good For?
What can you get from a real firearms training school? Straight from the Gun Talk Nation podcast, Ryan Gresham and Chris Cerino dive into what results you...
A Gun Talk Christmas!
Ryan and KJ are back with the launch of “A Gun Talk Christmas” trailer! Plus, hunting season recap and new products launching daily as we roll closer to this...
Build Box Bonus: Proper Torque With Wheeler Tools
From the Build Box Nook of Knowledge, special guest Jarrod “Box” Grove from Wheeler Tools discusses how to achieve proper torque, and what tools Wheeler has...
Preview: "A Gun Talk Christmas"
‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house not a creature was stirring. Not even a…well…that’s interesting. Tune in on Friday, December 15th
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...
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...