Episodes
Topic: Top 5 Non-Negotiable EDC Pocket Items
Riley Bowman and Brian 'Doc" McLaughlin discuss the top 5 EDC items we think you should carry in your pockets. We think you'll find a lot of value in today's content, so please like, share, and subscribe so you don't miss anything!
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Published 11/08/24
Topic: Essential Secondary Skills Part 2
Today, Riley Bowman and Brian 'Doc" McLaughlin do a continuation of last episode where we discuss what types of secondary skills beyond the firearm you should have and what to consider in pursuing these skills. We think you'll find a lot of value in today's content, so please like, share, and subscribe so you don't miss anything!
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Published 10/23/24
Topic: Essential Secondary Skills
Today, Riley Bowman and Brian 'Doc" McLaughlin discuss what types of secondary skills beyond the firearm you should have and what to consider in pursuing these skills. We think you'll find a lot of value in today's content, so please like, share, and subscribe so you don't miss anything! Press ‘PLAY' above to listen now!
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Published 10/17/24
Topic: I Was Shot in the Head But Stayed in the Fight
Riley Bowman replays an interview conducted by himself and Matthew Maruster with Jarred Slocum, a former police officer with El Cajon Police Department, a suburb of San Diego. In August of 2011 Jarred was shot in the head responding to a suspected domestic violence situation. Luckily he survived to tell the story which we had the exclusive privilege of bringing to you today through the Concealed Carry Podcast. There are many lessons...
Published 09/12/24
Topic: Preventing and Fixing Gun Malfunctions
Riley Bowman and Brian 'Doc" McLaughlin discuss tips and recommendations for preventing and solving common gun malfunctions. We think you'll find a lot of value in today's content, so please like, share, and subscribe so you don't miss anything!
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Published 09/04/24
Topic: DNC, TSA, KSG, and Other News
Our news episode covering recent happenings in the firearm industry. We look at the DNC Platform, TSA updates, and more. Important legal victories from Minnesota, Kansas, and California as well. Tune in!
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Published 08/29/24
Topic: I Felt The Bullet Go Through My Arm and Hit My Gun
Today we had the privilege of sitting down and talking with Ty Fredericks, a pizza delivery driver that still carries the bullet that wounded him from an attempted robbery where he was forced to defend himself with his gun. You don't want to miss his incredible story of resiliency and survival, listen to today's episode now!
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Published 08/08/24
Topic: The Attempted Presidential Assassination
Jacob & Brian discuss the recent attempted assassination of Former President Donald Trump and the lessons that can be learned and applied by all of us. Please tune in, listen, learn, and SHARE today's episode!
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Published 07/31/24
Topic: Kyle Lamb Interview Re-release
Today we are pulling an interview out of the podcast vault. This interview was originally conducted in 2016 but is no longer available in the podcast feed. It made us sad so we felt it was time to republish this one. Please tune in, listen, learn, and SHARE today's episode!
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Published 07/24/24
Topic: Should You Apply Medical to the Attacker?
Brian and Jacob tackle this common question. There are legal, moral, and tactical considerations. Tune in to hear our take on this. Please tune in, listen, learn, and SHARE today's episode!
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Published 07/17/24
Topic: SCOTUS Has Been Busy and Other News
Today we look at all the recent Supreme Court actions that have impact on the 2nd Amendment as well as other court battles and news relevant to all American gun owners. Please tune in, listen, learn, and SHARE today's episode!
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Published 07/10/24
Topic: The Great Merchant Code Gun Control War
Today we look at some sneaky new gun control that you need to be aware of. Gungrabbers are sneaky and creative and they want banks to create gun owner registration. Please tune in, listen, learn, and SHARE today's episode!
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Published 07/03/24
Topic: How to Deal With Gear Snobs Like Riley
Today, Riley Bowman and Brian 'Doc" McLaughlin discuss quality gear, what is good enough, what isn't, how to select quality gear judiciously, and where to spend our dollars most efficiently. We think you'll find a lot of value in today's content, so please like, share, and subscribe so you don't miss anything!
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Published 06/26/24
Topic: JUSTIFIED SAVES - Woman Saved by the Uber Driver From a Naked Man
Today we have plenty to discuss as we break down multiple events including carjackings, attempted robberies, home invasions, and more. We'll cover some interesting stories today including one where a 17-year-old carrying a pistol and involved in a shooting was ruled favorably as justified defense. Plus another story where a nude man attacking a woman was stopped by a rideshare driver. Please tune in, listen, learn,...
Published 06/19/24
Topic: Your First Gun and Why I Now Carry an HK
Today, Riley Bowman and Brian 'Doc" McLaughlin discuss tips and recommendations for selecting your first gun...or selecting the best gun for you even if it's not your first purchase. We'll discuss all of the various factors that you should consider and hopefully help you avoid some of the mistakes we've made. We think you'll find a lot of value in today's content, so please like, share, and subscribe so you don't miss anything!
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Published 06/12/24
Topic: How Your Perspective May be Holding You Back w/ Tyler Tharp
Today, Riley Bowman interviews Tyler Tharp of Synergy Training Group to discuss how we as self-defense practitioners can evaluate our perspective to aid us in better decision-making. We think you'll find a lot of value in today's content, so please like, share, and subscribe so you don't miss anything!
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Published 06/05/24
Topic: Combatives and Fitness with Paul Sharp
Today, Riley Bowman interviews Paul Sharp of Straight Blast Gym to discuss combatives, BJJ, and fitness. We think you'll find a lot of value in today's content, so please like, share, and subscribe so you don't miss anything!
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Published 05/08/24
Topic: The UNCENSORED Beginner's Guide to Training: The Drills
Today, Riley Bowman and Brian 'Doc" McLaughlin bring to you the fourth installment in a series of episodes about how to get started training--essentially all of the things we wish we knew when we were just getting started, and stuff we'd like our students to know today based on our perspective as instructors now. Today we will be talking about drills, and what and how to actually train. We think you'll find a lot of value in...
Published 04/27/24
Topic: The UNCENSORED Beginners Guide to Training - The Gear
Today, Riley Bowman and Brian 'Doc" McLaughlin bring to you the third installment in a series of episodes about how to get started training--essentially all of the things we wish we knew when we were just getting started, and stuff we'd like our students to know today based on our perspective as instructors now. Today we will be talking about gear and equipment selection. We think you'll find a lot of value in today's content,...
Published 04/11/24
Topic: 6 Required Behaviors To Stop Negligent Discharges
Today, Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen discuss today 6 simple but SUPER important steps to avoid negligent discharges. How many of these things are you doing to make yourself and your household more safe. Tune in to learn more and please consider SHARE today's episode!
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Published 04/03/24
Topic: A Special Announcement for Podcast Listeners
This week we draw your attention to a crazy important opportunity that is going away at the end of the week. Tune now to get the details in this bonus episode that runs LESS THAN 5 MINUTES.
Published 04/02/24
Topic: The UNCENSORED Beginners Guide to Training - Create Your Dojo
Riley Bowman and Brian 'Doc" McLaughlin bring to you the second in a series of episodes about how to get started training--essentially all of the things we wish we knew when we were just getting started, and stuff we'd like our students to know today based on our perspective as instructors now. We think you'll find a lot of value in today's content, so please like, share, and subscribe so you don't miss anything!
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Published 03/27/24
Topic: Women's Self-Defense w/ Sofia Katz of Fit4Fia
Today, Riley Bowman interviews Sofia Katz to discuss her background in martial arts, self-defense, shooting and fitness.
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Published 03/20/24
Topic: Which Country is Building Over 300 New Gun Ranges?
Riley and Brian discuss industry and legislative news. A lot happening on the legal side this time of year. Both pro gun and anti-gun bills making their way through various states and some interesting news coming out of Europe.
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Published 03/13/24