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A podcast for serious individuals dedicated to their study of self defense, concealed carry, tactics, gear and the use of force
Episodes
- S13E18: Carrying in Your Vehicle – Best Practices & Biggest Mistakes
This episode of the Concealed Carry Podcast discusses best practices and potential mistakes when carrying firearms in vehicles. Topics include safe firearm handling within a vehicle, the risks of administrative handling, challenges with re…
- S13E17: Harmful Phrases w/ Matt Little of Greybeard Actual
Matt Little of Greybeard Actual joins the Concealed Carry Podcast to discuss the effectiveness of common training phrases. The episode examines the phrase “train like you fight,” the role of discomfort in training, structured drills, and t…
- S13E16: The Third Option – Why Shooting to Kill or Wound is Wrong
This episode discusses the concepts of “shoot to kill” versus “shoot to wound” in self-defense, analyzing their tactical and legal implications. The hosts argue that defensive shooting should aim to stop the threat, not necessarily take a…
- S13E15: Stop Fighting Your Gun – The Mindset Shift to Passive Recoil Management
Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen discuss Passive Recoil Management, a concept from Jacob Paulsen's article "Can You Reset the Trigger Faster Than the Gun Cycles?". This episode explores the idea as a potential significant mindset shift for h…
- S13E14: When Stand Your Ground Doesn’t Stand Up
Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen provide a practical and legal analysis of Stand Your Ground law, examining its function, limitations, the immunity process, and relevant case studies.
- S13E13: Where’s Your Gun Right Now?…Concealed Carry Positions
This episode of Concealed Carry Podcast revisits the topic of concealed carry positions, discussing appendix, strong side hip, cross-draw, pocket, ankle, and off-body carry options. Hosts evaluate the pros and cons of each position to help…
- S13E12: JUSTIFIED SAVES – When to Run Toward the Threat
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: CCW Safe Heckler & Koch USA Resources Here are all the stories from the episode: ⚠️ What Not To Do Texas Road Rage: Sheriff Identifies Men in…
- S13E11: Legislative Updates – The Courts Are Listening…But So Is Virginia’s Governor
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: CCW Safe Concealed Carry Gun Tools App Resources Senator Mike Lee Introduces National Constitutional Carry Act D.C. Court Rules Magazine Ban…
- S13E10: All About Belts for Concealed Carry
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: EDC Belt Co. The Foundation Belt Concealed Carry Belts Resources – Introduction to Concealed Carry Belts: The Foundation of Your EDC Setup Ab…
- S13E9: Getting More People Into Guns with Caleb Giddings
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: KSG Armory Concealed Carry Holsters About This Episode: In this episode, I speak with Caleb Giddings, marketing manager for Taurus USA and a…
- S13E8: 10 Years of Concealed Carry Podcast – Anniversary Episode
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: ConcealedCarry.com URGENT: don’t forget to sign up for our Anniversary Giveaway About This Episode: In this episode, we celebrate the 10th an…
- S13E7: I Want to Learn More About HK w/ Bill Dermody & James Williamson
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: HK-USA KSG Armory Holsters About This Episode: In this episode, I chat with Bill Dermody and James Williamson from Heckler & Koch at SHOT Sho…
- S13E6: Keys to Writing #1 Bestsellers w/ John Gilstrap
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: HK-USA Expanded Pistol Optic Selection at ConcealedCarry.com John Gilstrap About This Episode: In this episode of the Concealed Carry Podcast…
- S13E5: Lessons From the Beginning w/ Neil & Steph Weidner
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: HK-USA Upgraded ConcealedCarry.com Experience Active Self Protection About This Episode: In this episode, I engage with Neil and Stephanie Wi…
- S13E4: Authenticity Sells – Jack Carr on Gear, Guns, and Getting It Right
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: Jack Carr Mountain Man Medical KSG Armory Holster About This Episode: In this episode, we talk with Jack Carr, a former Navy SEAL and bestsel…
- S13E3: 4 Active Shooter Pistol Skills You Should Have w/ Jeff Gonzales
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: Trident Concepts CCW Safe About This Episode: In this episode, we speak with Jeff Gonzales from Trident Concepts about his 25 years in firear…
- S13E2: SHOT Show Shenanigans with John Correia, Adam Winch, and Brian Hill
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: HK USA About This Episode: In this episode, I engage in insightful conversations recorded at SHOT Show 2026 with notable guests John Correa f…
- S13E1: The 3 Most Common Safety Violations at the Range
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: KSG Armory Holsters BarrelBlok About This Episode: In this episode, I, Riley Bowman, along with Jacob Paulsen, explore critical gun safety vi…
- S12E20: 2025 Was a WILD Year!
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: KSG Armory Holsters 2026 Guardian Conference About This Episode: In this year-end episode, I reflect on significant developments in the world…
- S12E19: Bad Information on Social Media? No Way! with Dan Brady
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: Heckler & Koch – www . HK-USA . com KSG Armory Holsters – https://www.ksgarmory.com About This Episode: In this episode, we examine the compl…
- S12E18: Reforming the NRA w/ Rob Beckman
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: Heckler & Koch – www.HK-USA.com POM Pepper Spray – www.pompepperspray.com About This Episode: In this episode, I talk with Rob Beckman, host…
- S1217: Competent and Dangerous with Justin Carroll
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: December Gift Card Giveaway Competitive Shooting Primer Course–Join Guardian Nation TODAY! About This Episode: In this episode, I speak with…
- S12E16: Is Competitive Shooting Bad for Defense?
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: December Gift Card Giveaway Competitive Shooting Primer Course–Join Guardian Nation TODAY! About This Episode: In this episode, we explore th…
- S12E15: Defense at the Door – What Gun Owners Get Wrong
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: Complete Home Defense Guardian Nation About This Episode: In this episode, I discuss home defense misconceptions, particularly regarding arme…
- S12E14: Red Dots on Carry Guns…Are They Worth It?
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: Free PIQ Target Sample – Get it HERE! – https://www.concealedcarry.com/piqsample Carry Optics Mastery Course – The comprehensive online video…
- S12E13: Tips for Your Carry Optics Setup with Scott Jedlinski
Episode Sponsors: Guardian Nation Concealed Carry Newsletter About This Episode: In this episode, I present a re-release of an important discussion with Scott Jedlinski from the Modern Samurai Project, focusing on the effective setup of Re…
- S12E12: Consistency and Layers – A Multi-tiered Approach to Effective Self-Defense w/ Brandon Fisher
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: HK USA POM Pepper Spray About This Episode: In this episode, I speak with Brandon Fisher from Precision Defensive Solutions about effective s…
- S12E11: JUSTIFIED SAVES – Woman Saves Herself From S*x Assault With Her G*n
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: CCW Safe KSG Armory Holsters About This Episode: In this episode of the Concealed Carry Podcast, we discuss the critical importance of defens…
- S12E10: Why Attend Training…Even as an Instructor? with Charlie Perez
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: Guardian Nation Guardian Conference Big Panda Performance About This Episode: In this episode, I chat with competitive practical shooter Char…
- S12E9: Legislative Updates – Major 2A News on ALL FRONTS
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: Gunfighter Gun Oil TacticalRx About This Episode: In this episode of the Concealed Carry Podcast, I join co-host Jacob Paulsen to discuss key…
- S12E8: Preparing Ourselves for THAT Day w/ Bill Dermody of HK-USA
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: Heckler & Koch KSG Armory Holsters About This Episode: In this episode, I speak with Bill Dermody from HK about the complexities of firearm s…
- S12E7: Talking First Person Defender w/ Ryan Gresham of Gun Talk
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: Heckler & Koch KSG Armory Holsters About This Episode: In this episode, I engage with Ryan Gresham from Gun Talk Media to explore self-defens…
- S12E6: Guns Are For EVERYBODY w/ Robyn Sandoval
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: Heckler & Koch Mountain Man Medical – Best IFAKs About This Episode: In this episode, we engage with Robyn Sandoval, founder of A Girl and a…
- S12E5: Why Revolvers in 2025 with Darryl Bolke
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: KSG Saratoga Holster for Revolvers CCW Safe About This Episode: In this episode, I speak with Darryl Bolke, co-founder of American Fighting R…
- S12E4: Weapon Striking & Failure Points with Mike Seeklander – Re-Release!
Episode Sponsors: Mountain Man Medical POM Pepper Spray About This Episode: In this episode, we revisit a conversation with Mike Seeklander, a seasoned firearms instructor and host of the American Warrior Show, originally recorded in Augus…
- S12E3: Inside the Comment Section – What Social Media Teaches Us About Gun Culture
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: HK USA Guns dot com About This Episode: In this episode, I, Riley Bowman, and co-host Mitch Goerdt discuss the implications of social media o…
- S12E2: Don’t Make One of These 70 Concealed Carry Mistakes!
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: Mags N Co Ammunition KSG Armory Holsters EDC Belt Co Foundation Belt Resources 70+ Concealed Carry Mistakes Article: https://www.concealedcar…
- S12E1: Fiction That Trains You: Firearms, First Aid, and the Mindset of a Protector w/ John Gilstrap
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: HK USA Mountain Man Medical About This Episode: In this episode, we speak with John Gilstrap, a New York Times bestselling author known for h…
- S11E20: 5 Things You Should Know About Tactical Anatomy with Steve Moses
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: HK USA KSG Armory About This Episode: In this episode, I speak with Steve Moses from the Palisade Training Group about the essential role of…
- S11E19: Legislative Updates – Huge SUPER EPISODE Part Two
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: TacticalRx Guardian Conference About This Episode: In this episode of the Concealed Carry Podcast, we continue our in-depth review of recent…
- S11E18: Legislative Updates – Huge SUPER EPISODE Part One
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: POM Pepper Spray Guardian Conference About This Episode: In this episode, we review legislative updates in the firearm industry, discussing r…
- S11E17: JUSTIFIED SAVES – Workplace Shooting Stopped by Co-Worker
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: CCW Safe: https://ccwsafe.com/ KSG Armory Holsters: https://ksgarmory.com/ About This Episode: In this episode of the Concealed Carry Podcast…
- S11E16: Old Enough to Defend Our Nation, Not Old Enough to Defend Themselves
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: Concealed Carry Mobile App : https://www.concealedcarry.com/app/ Monthly Deals : https://www.concealedcarry.com/monthly-deals/ About This Epi…
- S11E15: Police Reactions to Armed Motorists – New Insights!
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: Mags & Co : https://www.magsnco.com/ (listen to episode for coupon code) Tactical Vehicle Visor Organizer : https://www.concealedcarry.com/vi…
- S11E14: Misconceptions About Red Dots on Pistols
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: HK USA: https://hk-usa.com/ Guardian Conference 2025: https://guardianconference.com/ About This Episode: In this episode of the Concealed Ca…
- S11E13: 10 Tips for Firearms Trainers with Rob Beckman
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: Firearm Trainers Association FTA : https://www.ftaprotect.com/ BarrelBlok Instructor Bundle : https://www.concealedcarry.com/product/barrelbl…
- S11E12: Defending the Driveway – Self-defense Lessons From the Last 30 Days
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: CCW Safe https://ccwsafe.com/ Fighting From Cover https://www.concealedcarry.com/lp-fighting-from-cover/ About This Episode: In this episode…
- S11E11: How to Jerk the Trigger – Rob Leatham
We had an issue with our audio recording equipment on this episode. Sorry in advance for the lower-quality audio recording. Episode Sponsors: Guardian Nation https://guardian.concealedcarry.com/ KSG Saratoga Holster for Revolvers https://k…
- S11E10: Gun Free Zones and What to Do About Them
We had an issue with our audio recording equipment on this episode. Sorry in advance for the lower-quality audio recording. If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: CCW Safe https://…
- S11E9: Cops Responding to Citizen Defender Offer Critical Lessons
If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: CCW Safe https://ccwsafe.com/ Guardian Conference https://guardianconference.com/ About This Episode: In this episode of the Concealed Carry…