Tom Gresham's Gun Talk is a Nationally-Syndicated Radio Show delving into everything from Gun Rights and Second Amendment Issues to sport and target shooting, recreational shooting and more. It's Full Metal Talk Radio!
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Listeners of Gun Talk that love the show mention:In This Hour: -- Mark Gurney details new guns from Ruger, including the 9mm PC Charger. -- Doug Ritter announces successes in the courts and legislatures for Knife Rights. -- The Biden-ATF ban on pistol braces gets stopped in two courts, but with an interesting twist. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.28.23 Hour 1
In This Hour: -- Corey Beaudrea reveals the latest release from Smith & Wesson, and dodges questions about what Tom wants to see next. -- What's a BCG? A Bolt Carrier Group? The most important part of an AR-15, and what are the differences in them. Brownells' Caleb Savant explains all. -- Winning the Second Amendment debate with story telling. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.28.23 Hour 2
In This Hour: -- World Champion competitive shooter Rob Leatham gives the secrets on shooting better and also reveals the new Springfield Armory Saint Victor AR-15 with a folding stock. -- The secret of shooting better is that there are no secrets. -- What's in your range bag? Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.28.23 Hour 3
In This Hour: -- Watching First Person Defender to recalibrate your real world threat awareness. -- How do you find and identify a good firearms trainer? -- There are times when you need to fire your trainer and walk away from a firearms class. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.28.23 After Show
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 throughout the US. Thomas has had a very successful season, and KJ…maybe not so much. This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Ruger, Range Ready and Timney Triggers. Copyright ©2023 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Hunt 05.27.23
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, a Stoeger pistol event at Gunsite Academy. If you've never considered a Stoeger pistol, you might be surprised at Chris's assessment. Plus, much more training talk. If you're interested in training with Chris, book a class at www.rangereadystudios.com. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Armscor/Rock Island Armory, HIVIZ, 4Patriots, Remington, Range Ready, SIG SAUER, Silencer Central and Ruger. Copyright ©2023 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 05.26.23
In This Hour: -- Winning gun rights back in the courts. -- Tom shoots his "new" rifles, with mixed results. -- Why many women prefer shooting classes without men Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.21.23 Hour 1
In This Hour: -- You really don't need a magnum rifle for hunting. John Barsness, gun writer, explains why. -- Why have an AR-15 rifle? What's it good for? -- Will your home defense rifle shoot through all the walls of your house? Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.21.23 Hour 2
In This Hour: -- Erich Pratt, from Gun Owners of America, details what's happening with the ATF ban on pistol braces. -- The myth that you don't know what you will do in an emergency. -- One man's journey to shoot better and faster. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.21.23 Hour 3
In This Hour: -- A report on the new Henry Homesteader 9mm semi-auto rifle. -- The real value of serious defensive training is stress inoculation. -- Can you use a prepaid credit card to avoid being tracked when buying ammunition? Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.21.23 After Show
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 Ammunition, HEVI-Shot, and Speer Ammo. Federal Premium recently celebrated its 100th birthday, and JJ is discussing the history of the brand, its iconic status, new products and much more. This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Ruger, Range Ready and Timney Triggers. Copyright ©2023 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Hunt 05.20.23
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 discuss the hunt, their loadouts and talk through many of the new products in the robust Bushnell product line. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by 4Patriots, Range Ready, Silencer Central, Remington, Armscor / Rock Island Armory and SIG SAUER. Copyright ©2023 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 05.17.23
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 background, Real Avid's exceptional products and much more. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Silencer Central, Armscor / Rock Island Armory, Remington, HIVIZ, Range Ready, 4Patriots, SIG SAUER and Ruger. Copyright ©2023 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 05.16.23
In This Hour: -- Robyn Sandoval explodes the myth that women want gun control. How "A Girl And A Gun" became a national organization of women who just want to shoot guns. -- He want to take his daughter shooting. The range offered free access and shooting lessons. -- A federal judge has ruled that the law preventing 18 to 21 year old adults from buying a handgun from a gun store is unconstitutional. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.14.23 Hour 1
In This Hour: -- Best-selling author Jack Carr talks about how being a SEAL helped him write his latest novel, "Only The Dead." -- He though his wife would want jewelry. Instead, she opted for a Browning 1911 pistol in .380 automatic. -- Ken Campbell, CEO of Gunsite shooting school, reports record numbers of women attending classes. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.14.23 Hour 2
In This Hour: -- Illinois State Senator Neil Anderson reveals the inside story on how Illinois banned common firearms. -- How to choose and use a revolver for defense. -- Is the the .22 rimfire adequate for self defense. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.14.23 Hour 3
In This Hour: -- Revolvers, once again. -- Use a substitute gun for training. -- Taking time to enjoy the wildlife in your area. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.14.23 After Show
In This Hour: -- Training teachers and staff to use guns to protect students. -- How to clean, maintain, and care for your rifle to enhance accuracy and longevity. -- Can you stop a mass murderer? Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.07.23
In This Hour: -- The 7 best revolvers you can buy. Jason Cloesner, from Lipseys, runs down his favorite wheel guns. -- How to find a firearms instructor. -- The gun ban in Illinois returns after a one-week time out. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.07.23 Hour 2
In This Hour: -- The Second Amendment Foundation (saf.org) sues the Washington State Attorney General after his office targets the gun rights group. -- His gun broke and was fixed. Now he wonders if he can trust it. -- A caller loves his new Mantis X dry firing system. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.07.23 Hour 3
In This Hour: -- How to shoot accurately with a small pistol. -- If you can't find .327 Federal Magnum ammo, try .32 H&R Magnum. -- Use a holster for safety -- even at the range. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.07.23 After Show
Lifelong hunter Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is joined by another lifer, Mike Herne (Kifaru, Born Primitive, Bergara), to swap stories from the field. The guys are talking about Mike's entry into the hunting/outdoors industry, his upbringing and military background, an Alaskan hunt they shared this last year, and much more. This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Ruger and Range Ready. Copyright ©2023 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Hunt 05.06.23
If you're a bird hunter, few topics are more important to you than sporting dogs. Gun Talk Hunt's Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is joined by Purina's Karl Gunzer to discuss why the food you give your dog is so important, this weekend's upcoming DUX Expo (Ducks Unlimited Expo), and multiple other hunting and sporting dog topics. Learn more about the DUX Expo here: https://www.duckexpo.com/ This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Ruger and Range Ready. Copyright ©2023 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Hunt 05.03.23
The DUX Expo (Ducks Unlimited Expo) is taking place this weekend, May 5-7 at Texas Motor Speedway, and Ducks Unlimited's Logan Nevins joins Gun Talk Nation's Ryan Gresham to discuss this unique event, and why if you're a fan of the outdoors, you should check it out. Learn more here: https://www.duckexpo.com/ This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Remington, 4Patriots, Range Ready, Armscor / Rock Island Armory, Silencer Central, Ruger and SIG SAUER. Copyright ©2023 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 05.03.23
In This Hour: -- A judge blocks enforcement of Illinois' sweeping ban on semi-auto firearms recently passed into law. Alan Gottlieb, of the Second Amendment Foundation, explains the impact of this important decision and how it may affect other bans. -- Not every gun is right for every person. How to pick the perfect pistol -- He bought a shooting class for his wife's birthday, and now he's a hero! Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.30.23 Hour 1
In This Hour: -- Blake Waldrop, from RMA Armament, explains the latest technology in body armor and addresses calls to ban this kind of personal protection. -- -- Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.30.23 Hour 2
In This Hour: -- The Gun Talk crew tries out several new guns and accessories. Ryan Gresham gives a rundown on what's new, and also announces gun safety new classes at www.rangereadystudios.com. -- New TSS material for shot drastically changes turkey hunting. -- The secret to shooting faster: Shoot faster. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.30.23 Hour 3
In This Hour: -- What size dot should you set on your optic? -- Tom goes face to face with a marauding porcupine -- An Alaskan hunting guide uses his 9mm pistol to stop and kill an attacking brown bear. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.30.23 After Show
Gun Talk Nation's Ryan Gresham is joined by Ruger's Graham Rockwell on this episode. The guys are discussing multiple topics including: NRA's Annual Meetings, the Western Hunting Expo, new guns from Ruger and Marlin and much more. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by HI-VIZ, Remington, Armscor / Rock Island Armory, Silencer Central, 4Patriots, Vortex Optics, Ruger and Range Ready. Copyright ©2023 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 04.26.23
Gun Talk Hunt's Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is joined by GP Searle of KOR Cases, and they are talking about traveling for hunts and exploring KOR's case technology. If you're tired of cutting foam and are looking for a firearm transport system like no other, you'll want to hear this one. This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Ruger, Leupold and Range Ready. Copyright ©2023 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Hunt 04.25.23
In This Hour: -- Award-winning journalist Emily Miller reveals what she has learned about Donald Trump's views on gun ownership. -- He didn't shoot his pistol for a decade, and now it doesn't work. A discussion of firearm maintenance. -- Nebraska becomes the 27th state with permitless carry. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk | 04.23.23 Hour 1
In This Hour: -- Boyd Metz reveals a new line of hunting ammunition from HSM Ammunition. -- He bought a used red dot optic that didn't work. The maker surprised him with its response. -- How do bullet makers improve the performance of projectiles? Tom Gresham's Gun Talk | 04.23.23 Hour 2
In This Hour: -- Jeff Knox, from the Firearms Coalition, talks about the untold story (guns) in the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising. -- Update on the internal fight at the NRA. -- Tom Gresham's Gun Talk | 04.23.23 Hour 3
In This Hour: -- With permitless carry in 27 states (counting Nebraska as the latest), many people who begin carrying don't know the laws or the best practices for safe gun carry and use. -- Tom, Jim and Michelle begin to form a template for a program to reach new and existing gun owners through public outreach. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.23.23 After Show
In This Hour: From the floor of the NRA Annual Meetings in Indianapolis -- Ruger adds new handguns to its lineup. CEO Chris Killoy give the what, why, and how. -- Dianna Muller, from the DC Project, announces a march and protest for gun rights. -- Chris Johnson, Senior Pistol Product Manager, FN America, shows off the new Reflex micro pistol. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.16.23 Hour 1
In This Hour: From the Ruger Booth at the NRA Annual Meetings ... -- Marlin reintroduces the beloved Model 336, and now it's even better. -- Sig's Tom Taylor talks about that company's ammo, optics, rifles and handguns. -- Putting the right bullet in the right load is the secret sauce in hunting and shooting. Pat Mundy and Mason Payer describe how Nosler continues to push the ballistic envelope. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.16.23 Hour 2
In This Hour: From the NRA Annual Meetings in Indianapolis -- Paul Spitale, from Colt, details new growth from the iconic gun maker. -- Brandon Maddox, announces new programs from Silencer Central for making the process easier to purchase suppressors. -- How can you win a gun-building contest? Derrick Dumont describes how he came away on top in the first season of Build Box TV. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.16.23 Hour 3
Gun Talk Hunt's Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is joined by Jordan Egli of Burris Optics / Steiner Optics and the duo are swapping hunting stories. The guys are discussing Jordan's industry background, new optics, questionable border crossings and much more. This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Ruger and Range Ready Studios. Copyright ©2023 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Hunt 04.15.23
Jordan Egli and Mic Otto of Steiner Optics join Gun Talk Nation's Ryan Gresham to discuss a wide range of topics. The trio delve into Steiner's history and wide product line, what differentiates their optical clarity, law enforcement acceptance, new releases and much more. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Colt, Vortex Optics, Walther, Range Ready, Remington, HI-VIZ, Armscor, Silencer Central and Ruger. Copyright ©2023 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 04.12.23
In This Hour: -- Kevin Jarnagin describes a morning shooting new guns at the Gun Talk Range Ready Studios shooting range. -- Can astigmatism cause problems shooting with a red dot optic? -- Washington State rushes to pass gun bans, and citizens there are buying guns as fast as possible. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk Gun Talk Radio | RELOADED from 03.12.23 Hour 1
In This Hour: -- Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen explains why the AGs of several states have dived into the Second Amendment fight, and why blue states are determined to undermine the Supreme Court. -- Will leaving your handgun in a leather holster make it rust? -- The case for a suppressed rifle as a home defense firearm. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk Gun Talk Radio | RELOADED from 03.12.23 Hour 2
In This Hour: -- Celebrity trainer Chris Cerino describes how to choose a handgun for concealed carry. -- Use one home defense gun for husband and wife? -- Ruger SFAR Range Report. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk Gun Talk Radio | RELOADED from 03.12.23 Hour 3
Special guests Trent Eichler and Caldwell's Jarrod Grove join Gun Talk Hunt's Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin from Covey Rise Plantation in Camilla, Georgia. The hunters are talking about their Georgia quail hunting trip to discuss Caldwell's new Claymore Target Thrower, why hunting camp is so important, how Trent has become a Taurus pro shooter, gnat attacks, “luxurious beards” and a lot of laughs. Learn more about the Claymore here: https://snp.link/46aeaedb This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Ruger, Leupold and Range Ready. Copyright ©2023 Freefire Media, LLC
Leupold's Shawn Skipper joins Gun Talk Nation's Ryan Gresham on this episode. The guys are talking about a recent wolf hunt, Shawn's choice for turkey optics, why pistols are so hard on red dots, why the Custom Dial System is so great, choosing the right reticle for your needs and so much more. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Remington, Armscor / Rock Island Armory, Range Ready Studios, Colt, Silencer Central, Walther and Ruger. Copyright ©2023 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 04.06.23
In This Hour: -- Bucking the trend of lighter, faster bullets for hunting, John Barsness makes the case for heavier and slower bullets. -- Florida passes permitless carry, making it the 26th state to remove the "May I?" aspect of gun rights. -- To switch to left-handed shooting, Tom recommends 10,000 practice gun mounts. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.02.23 Hour 1
In This Hour: -- Paul Valone, from Grass Roots North Carolina, unveils the backstory on how a historic racist gun law was overturned through an override of the governor's veto. -- Immediate and decisive action by police in Nashville saves lives and stands in contrast to the debacle of non-response in Uvalde. -- Decisions on carrying a handgun after surgery. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.02.23 Hour 2
In This Hour: -- Aaron Oelger, from Hodgdon Powders, explains high-technology advances in smokeless power. Shooters get easier cleaning and reduced temperature sensitivity.-- -- With 31 wins in the first six months after the Supreme Court Bruen decision, the Second Amendment is being strengthened weekly. -- A copper penny can be used to remove rust from a firearm. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.02.23 Hour 3
In This Hour: -- When you leave out the gunpowder, your ammo just isn't as effective. -- Training school employees to carry and use guns. www.fastersaveslives.org. -- Some "improvements" to an AR-15 should be rejected. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.02.23 After Show
One of our favorite guests, SIG SAUER's Phil Strader joins Gun Talk Nation's Ryan Gresham for a wide-ranging conversation and a lot of laughs. The guys are discussing Phil's obsession with retro cars and RVs, new products from SIG SAUER, a peek at what goes into developing new guns and much more. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Silencer Central, Walther, HI-VIZ Sight Systems, Armscor / Rock Island Armory, Vortex Optics, Colt, Ruger and Range Ready Studios. Copyright ©2023 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 03.31.23
In a continued discussion, firefighter Jacob Stolzle joins Gun Talk Hunt's Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin on this episode to discuss out-of-state hunting plans, selecting calibers for different hunts and much more. This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Ruger and Range Ready. Copyright ©2023 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Hunt 03.27.23
In This Hour: -- Chuck Michel, head of California Rifle and Pistol Association, announces the death of the famous "roster" of guns available in that state. -- The various reasons people choose a particular defensive gun. -- Tips on quickly reloading a revolver. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk Gun Talk Radio | 03.26.23 Hour 1