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A professional's look into guns and the firearms industry.

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  • Jan 1, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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  • 105 EPISODES


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Center Mass #104: New Year, New You

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2021 61:16


Happy New Year! Let's jump start 2021 the right way, with a list of lessons we all should have learned in 2020. Join Overwatch Precision's AJ Whisler, Skillset Magazine's Ben Tirpak and I as we discuss the good, the bad and what you should be doing to have a safe and prosperous 2021. 

Center Mass 103: Polymer80 vs The ATF

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2020 40:57


The newest manufacturing victim of the ATF's nonsensical attacks is Polymer80. They have been producing ATF-approved 80% receivers since 2015. Last week, the ATF raided the Polymer80 headquarters and seized a "Buy, Build, Shoot" pistol kit, receipts, and customer lists. According to the ATF, the kit is a "firearm" because it is "readily convertible". I sat down to Mike Mills of Tactical Considerations to discuss the process of building your own firearm from a Polymer80 receiver and what Americans can expect from the ATF if we don't speak up now.

Center Mass #102: Treat Yo Self!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2020 70:22


2020 has been a challenging year for us all. We've been through civil unrest, lockdowns, and waiting for the presidential election results. So why not treat yourself this holiday season? Make it rain! You absolutely d

Center Mass #101: Gun Bunny Breakdown with Paige Roux

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2020 56:20


Many years ago, I quickly discovered what the term "gun bunnies" meant. Typically, they were scantily clad women posing with guns with little to no firearms knowledge. Now with social media booming, "gun bunnies" have transformed into influencers with much farther reach and exposure than real female shooters. In this episode, we welcome Paige Roux, also known as "Some Chick Who Shoots" on social media, who manages a shooting range, instructs, and is also a makeup/nail enthusiast. She joins Skillset's Jason Swarr and I to chat about whether "gun bunnies" are a necessary evil in the firearms industry.

Center Mass #100: Isaiah Washington

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2020 43:30


Actor and 2A supporter, Isaiah Washington joins us this week as we celebrate the 100th episode of Center Mass! Listen in as we chat about his adventure in the firearms industry, Hollywood hypocrisy and the drama surrounding his new movie, “Corsicana”. Huge thanks to Troy Industries, Elftmann Tactical, Charger Arms, and Sonoran Defense for supporting our 100th episode giveaway! Winner is announced on this show!

Center Mass #99 - The Day the Earth Stood Still with CZ-USA

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2020 30:19


Since the start of the pandemic, the firearms industry has been working non-stop. This week, CZ-USA’s Daniel Holder and I discuss how wild 2020 has been for gun manufacturers and what that means for you, the consumer. Will it ever get back to “normal”? Tune in to hear our predictions as everything is riding on the presidential election. Also, we announced the 100th Episode Giveaway!

Center Mass #98: Officer Down - Civilian Response with Thomas Yoxall

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2020 72:38


On a dark and cold night in 2017, Thomas Yoxall's life changed forever. While driving on a desolate stretch of Arizona highway, he observed a man viciously beating a highway patrolman on the side of the road. Fearing for the officer's life, Thomas pulled over, drew his firearm and eliminated the threat. Listen in as Thomas vividly describes that fateful night and the emotional aftermath that ensued. 

Center Mass #97: Q vs The ATF

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2020 44:15


Q's "Honey Badger" and several other models have recently come under attack by the ATF for being "designed to be shouldered", even though they come with an "ATF Approved" SB Tactical pistol stabilizing brace. This week we sit down with Jason Swarr and Ben Tirpak of Skillset Magazine to discuss the ramifications of this attack and what this means for Americans during this crucial election. Also, tune in for a sneak-peak of a special give-away announcement!    

Center Mass #96: Major Match Recap with AK Mario

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2020 68:03


After a heavy weekend of competing in separate major events, AK Mario and I sat down this week to debrief the chaos. While he was in Texas shooting the famous "Kalash Bash", I shot the A Girl and A Gun "Fall Festival" and Babes with Bullets 3-Gun Challenge in the deep south. Tune in to hear the challenges and triumphs of these two Arizona-based shooters competing across the USA.

Center Mass #95: Amy Covey Barrett and Your Future 2A Rights

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2020 38:40


Tony Simon, the founder of "Diversity Shoot" and 2A4E (The 2nd Is For Everyone) Podcast, joins the show to discuss the 2A views of SCOTUS nominee, Amy Covey Barrett. Is there a possible concern? Also, listen in as we chat about Thomas Yoxall, the Arizona hometown hero (and ex-felon) who saved the life of an Arizona State Trooper.

Center Mass #94: The Future of the 2nd

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2020 47:40


This week I sat down with Jason Swarr from Skillset Magazine to chat about the future of the 2nd Amendment. Listen in to this "no holds barred" conversation as we cover presidential candidates, our local senate race, Cardi B, Black Rambo, and the Antifa / BLM "peaceful protests". There is so much riding on this election, we need to vote as if our Second Amendment depends on it.

Center Mass #93: The 2nd Is For Everyone with Tony Simon

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 61:01


This week we welcome Tony Simon, the founder and host of the "Diversity Shoot" and 2A4E (The 2nd Is For Everyone) Podcast. As a part of the first generation born with equal rights in America, he has been on a mission to expose citizens of all colors, religious preferences, and sexual orientations to the 2nd Amendment.

Center Mass #92: The Republic of California with Scott Folk

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2020 59:58


After spending several days in California, I had the opportunity to observe the infringement of the 2nd Amendment firsthand. I was denied buying ammo due to not being a resident of the state and not having a firearm registered in the caliber of the ammo I was trying to buy. Appalled by this, I brought in Scott Folk, the Chief Operations Officer of the once California-based company, Apex Tactical, to discuss why the Golden State is a screenshot of what America will turn into if we don't get out there and vote this November.

Center Mass Podcast #91: "The American Dream" with Jim Fuller

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2020 62:27


Amidst the coronavirus pandemic and civil unrest, there are people working towards their "American Dream". Is the dream still alive? International AK legend, Jim Fuller, Skillset Magazine's Jason Swarr, and I sit down to chat about the dissolution of the "American Dream" in today's volatile climate. Listen in to hear Jim open up about his departure from Rifle Dynamics, the birth of Fuller Phoenix, and growing up during the Civil Rights movement. 

Center Mass #90: Mike Black - LEO's Speak Up

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2020 78:08


This week, we sit down with local police officer, Mike Black, about the defund the police movement. What will happen to your community? What will happen to the black community? What about the gun industry? We cover all of these things and how you can be your own "first responder" in this weird world we're living in.

Center Mass #89: Travis Haley - Start Questioning Everything

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 96:33


Since the start of the Covid-19 outbreak, Travis Haley has laid relatively low when it comes to voicing his opinions on the current situation in America. Well, that's all about to change. This week we sit down with the former Force Recon Marine and talk about the validity of the QAnon movement, the Gregory Wong incident, civil unrest in our streets and child sex trafficking. This is NOT a show to miss!

Center Mass #88: Citizen Militias: A threat to society or themselves?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2020 33:00


This week Jason and Ben from Skillset Live jump in as guest hosts to discuss the recent negligent discharge by the citizen militia group, NFAC. Did the lack of firearms safety just discredit their movement? Will they ever be considered a legit civilian military under the current leadership? Tune in to hear our thoughts!

Center Mass #87: Firearms Proficiency in Military and Law Enforcement

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2020 52:46


Sean Sante and Nate Gerhert of Range Time, a firearm simulation-based training facility, stopped by the studio to chat about the recent LAPD Officer Toni McBride shooting and common misconceptions of firearm proficiencies of law enforcement and military.

Center Mass #86: Racism and the 2A Community

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 60:55


With the current racial turmoil in America, I sat down with new firearms business owner, Dave Bones from Down The Barrel, and Jason Swarr & Ben Tirpak of Skillset to chat about the racial climate in the 2nd Amendment community

Center Mass #85 - Body Armor with Mason Miller of AR500 Armor

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 54:43


The great thing about this country is that civilians of all backgrounds have the right to protect themselves especially during the uprising in civil unrest. Have you thought about body armor? Most people think that only police and the military have access to armor. Nope, you can too! Today, I have Mason Miller, a Research and Development (R&D) Team member of AR500 Armor, to chat about body armor and why it's a great investment.

Center Mass #84: CCW Insurance 101

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2020 44:09


With the rise of civil unrest and unprovoked attacks, I sit down with Tom Toth of Concealed Carry Insurance Services, to discuss self defense insurance. As a family man, veteran, and 2nd Amendment advocate, he goes in-depth regarding the legal ramifications of self- and home defense incidents. 

Center Mass #83: Celebrating Frank DeSomma

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2020 16:20


In the tragic wake of his recent death, Ursula Williams and the Skillset Magazine editors take a moment to reflect on what Frank DeSomma of POF-USA has done for the firearms industry. The man was an innovator, mentor, leader and most of all....a true friend. We invite you to join our conversation and celebrate the life of a true American patriot. 

Center Mass #82 - Staccato 2011 with Jim "the Kraken" Erwin

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 42:44


This week, we sit down with the one and only Jim "the Kraken" Erwin of Staccato 2011, formerly known as STI International. We discussed the history of the 2011 platform, the significant evolution into Staccato 2011, and why they are proclaimed "the world's best shooting handguns".

Center Mass #81: Through the Looking Glass Part 2: Tom McKenna

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 60:27


This week we continue the scope conversation with Tom McKenna from Kahles. Topics covered in this show is magnification, field of view, accessories, symptoms of growing out of a scope and buying used optics. If you are on the fence about purchasing new glass, then you need to listen to this podcast!  

Center Mass Podcast #80: Through the Looking Glass: Part 1 with Tom McKenna

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 60:22


Working as the southwest sales representative of Swarovski Optik and Kahles, Tom McKenna decided to dive into precision rifle competition to understand his customers' needs. Join us as we discuss vital considerations while shopping for a new hunting, plinking, or competition scope. 

Center Mass #79: Dot Life with Chris Cerino

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 42:50


History Channel's Top Shot contestant and Team Trijicon Pro Shooter, Chris Cerino joins us as we  discuss the fast-growing trend of pistol-mounted red dots. This informative conversation holds nothing back as we venture into main considerations when shopping for your new sight.

Center Mass #78: Quarantine Gun Mods with Mike Mills of Tactical Considerations

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2020 59:29


When was the last time you gave your guns some love? Mike Mills of Tactical Considerations joins us in the Skillset studio to discuss some gun modifications that you should consider while locked down in quarantine.

Center Mass Podcast #77 - Putting in Work with Pro Shooter Nick Saiti

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2020 74:59


Whether you're "essential" or not, you still need to put in work. The pandemic doesn't wait for anyone. Pro Shooter and USPSA 8 discipline Grand Master Nick Saiti (@secretweapontraining) and I discuss maintaining performance motivation and dry fire training focus points during this trying time.

Center Mass #76: AJ Whisler - Overwatch Precision

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2020 67:43


With the recent surge of new firearm owners, I sat down with AJ Whisler of Overwatch Precision to speak about the importance of safety, training, maintenance, and modifications.

Center Mass #75: Frank DeSomma - POF USA

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2020 81:25


This week, I sat down with one of the most patriotic, innovative gunbuilders in the game, Frank DeSomma. Listen in as we discuss the birth of Patriot Ordnance Factory, the Coronavirus, and the future of America

Center Mass #74: Kalashnikov 101 with AK Mario

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2020 49:48


Listen up Comrades! This week we sit down with AK builder Mario Parada of Lee Armory to discuss the world of Kalashnikovs! We cover a bit of history, what to look for when buying an AK and even some tips on zeroing your new rifle. 

Center Mass #73: Through The Eyes Of Law Enforcement - Deputy Cat Rybka

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2020 44:56


This week we invite Deputy Cat Rybka into the studio for an incredible discussion about target hardening, situational awareness and police response to home defense. 

Center Mass #72: How Bulletproof Is Your Home Defense Plan?

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2020 61:36


Most of us think we have a solid plan to defend our home against intruders, but have you covered all the "What If's"? Join Ursula Williams as she has an in-depth conversation with the editors of Skillset Magazine about how to prepare for the worst-case home invasion scenarios.

Center Mass #71: Children and Shooting Sports - Cindy Coker

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2020 38:55


This week we are joined by professional shooter, Cindy Coker as we tackle the subject of introducing our youth into shooting sports.

Center Mass #70: Introducing Women Into Shooting - Samantha DeZonia

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2020 59:30


This week we are joined by Samantha DeZonia from Wilderness Tactical as we talk about getting more women into the shooting sports world. Plus we break down some last minute, 2A friendly Valentine's Day gifts!

Center Mass #69: Shot Show 2020 Review

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2020 42:23


Back from the world's largest gun show and finally over the sickness that comes with shaking hands with 1000's of people, we are finally ready to give you our annual round up! In this episode we cover new guns, new gear and the trends we will see in 2020!

Center Mass #68: Competition Shooting - Gearing Up

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2020 52:46


This week on Center Mass, Ursula Williams continues with her competition shooting series as she talks about all the gear you need (and don't need) to start your journey in shooting sports. 

Center Mass #67: Competitive Shooting - Getting Started

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2020 57:28


This week we dive into a quick start up guide on what to expect when getting into the world of competitive shooting. We cover topics like "conquering the fear of being the new guy", the different types of shooting matches and even talk about how much one should spend on a competition setup. 

Center Mass #66: Flying With Firearms - Ursula Williams

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2020 46:18


Please join us as we welcome competitive shooter and season 2 host, Ursula Williams to Center Mass! This week we learn about her background in the 3-gun world and then dive into the challenges of flying (domestic and internationally) with firearms. 

Center Mass #65– Introduction to Executive Protection Course Review

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2019 39:50


In this episode we talk about our recent Introduction to Executive Protection course. We talk about the fundamentals of EP and then visit with the students who took part.

Center Mass #64– Lights and Lasers

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2019 45:57


In this episode we talk about lights and lasers for your home defense gun. From how many lumens we need to choosing a laser color - we will cover it all!

Center Mass #63: Listener questions

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2019 48:20


In this episode we answer the top 8 questions we have gotten from listeners. From my favorite handgun to my opinion on open carry we will answer them all!

Center Mass #62– Training in Law Enforcement

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2019 42:19


In this episode we discuss the training that law enforcement go through with seasoned Chief Deputy Matt Thomas.  We will talk about firearms training as well as man of the other requirements that officers go though. It is a behind the scenes look at what makes an officer.

Center Mass #61– The State of Law-Enforcement

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2019 64:04


In this episode we discuss the state of law-enforcement around the country with Mike Black.  From the political pressures to officers on the street, we will discuss where it is and where we see it going.

Center Mass #60– Athlon Outdoors Rendezvous

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2019 62:24


In this episode Karen Hunter and I are going to take time to talk about a recent trip to take part in the Athlon Outdoors Rendezvous.  A three-day intensive media event that allowed us to shoot some of the newest guns while spending quality time with manufacturers. 

Center Mass #59: The Warrior Mind – Firearms as a Martial Art

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2019 26:23


In this episode we are going to take time to talk about firearms as a martial art and the deeper philosophies that go with it. From parallels to the Samurai life to how to live day to day, we will cover it all. 

Center Mass #58– SIG Sauer – Behind the Black Curtain

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2019 43:02


In this episode we are going to take time to talk about a recent trip to take part in the SIG Sauer Camp Legion. It was three full days of tours, discussions and Training. From the history of SIG to high speed range drills we covered it all. Stand by as I give you behind the scenes access!

Center Mass #57– Road Trip to the Media Direct Creative Roundtable

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2019 37:08


In this episode we are going to take time to talk about a road trip to Illinois and the annual Media Direct Creative Product Roundtable.  From installing new triggers on Remington rifles to looking at some groundbreaking ammo the trip was jam packed!

Center Mass #56: Gunfighters vs Gun Owners - Karen Hunter

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2019 40:29


Firearms trainer, National magazine contributor and personal protection advocate.  We break down the difference between being a gunfighter and just being a gun owner. We discuss what makes the difference!

Center Mass #55: EDC Roundtable Discussion

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2019 54:25


In this episode we visit with the editors of Skillset Magazine and Matt Stagliano of Firelance Media about the real world of EDC. We are going to break down what to consider in setting up your Every Day Carry!

Center Mass #54– The ABC’s of the AR 15 – Understanding this growing market

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2019 55:43


In this episode we are going to talk about the expanding AR15 market and what some of the newest options are.  From new terminology to calibers we will break it down in an easy to understand way!

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