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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: The Human Behavior Podcast's take on the Nashville shooter; Donald Trump addressed the NRA in a video, and it was underwhelming; Pam Bondi restored the gun rights to 10 people; California is moving to ban Glocks because of switches; Adam Schiff has introduced a new assault weapons ban, and Weer'd fisks it; and Weer'd invited NRA Board of Directors member John Richardson to discuss what happened at the Annual Meeting. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Show Notes Main Topic Human Behavior Podcast:  The Parking Lot President Donald J. Trump's Address to NRA Members at the 2025 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits Attorney General Granting of Relief; Federal Firearms Privileges California Moves Forward with Controversial “Glock Ban” How to Identify Your Glock's Generation Weer'd Audio Fisk Adam Schiff Announces Assault Weapons Ban Chris Murphy Announces Assault Weapons Ban Adam Schiff Press Release on Assault Weapons Ban Assault Weapons Ban 2025 (PDF) FBI Active Shooter Incidents 20-Year Review, 2000-2019 An Updated Assessment of the Federal Assault Weapons Ban: Impacts on Gun Markets and Gun Violence, 1994-2003 27 Statistics That Describe How Criminals Use and Obtain Illegal Firearms Keeping with Tradition: Preference for the Longstanding Definition of Mass Shooting (PDF) Court says banning gun sales to young adults under 21 is unconstitutional Cities nationwide not reporting crime data to FBI John Richardson 2025 NRA Elected Committees And Appointees Victory In Atlanta! Running By Petition Enters 21st Century  

NRA Board of Directors member Amanda Suffecool joins Cam at the 2025 Annual Meetings in Atlanta to talk about the ongoing efforts to reform the organization and rebuild trust among members and the 2A community.

This week, we're taking a close look at the state of the NRA. The nation's largest gun-rights group is not nearly as large as it was half a decade ago. President Donald Trump just bailed on its conference. However, its civil corruption suit is now over, and its latest board election is in the books. To give us a detailed view of where the NRA is at today, we've got freelance reporter John Petrolino on the show. John often writes for Shooting News Weekly and Bearing Arms. He recently did a great breakdown of the NRA election for the latter. John said the reformers, who now go by NRA 2.0, won a sizeable victory and should have a significant majority headed into next weekend's NRA Annual Meeting. Other longtime board members and defenders of former CEO Wayne LaPierre, many of whom are now part of what's called Strong NRA, did not fare as well. But John noted those who didn't run under the banner of either group did the worst of all. He also said some prominent board members, like New York State Rifle and Pistol Association president Tom King, lost their bids. John said he was a bit surprised by some of the results, but he believes the board's partisanship may not last. He said both sides have made calls for unity, however hard that might end up being. Special Guest: John Petrolino.

Riding Shotgun With Charlie #227  Jonathan Goldstein NRA BOD, NRA 2.0 Candidate   This is a small first, but a first nonetheless. Jonathan Goldstein flew up from Philadelphia to Boston just to film a show with me! Yes, I'm beyond honored! He's also working that hard to get elected for the NRA Board of Directors. And in his home state of Pennsylvania for their gun owners. It's always fun to meet someone new and widen my circle of friends. I picked up Jonathan at the airport and we drove for a bit to get to know each other.  We kick things off quickly and jump in deep, talking about Bruen, open carry v concealed, and why some laws aren't conducive to logic. He's got a great line, borrowed from Chris Conte from the NRA ILA, about “New Jersey being the North Korea of gun ownership.” I knew things were going to be fun after that.    Jonathan didn't really grow up as a gun guy. He owned IT businesses and sold them before going to law school. Besides that, he was a newlywed and applied for law school, and was on the ballot for the state legislature. After not liking the big law firm, he got together with some other friends and started outsourcing legal work to India.  But as he says everyone “hates outsourcing, but they hate lawyers more.”    Back in 1994, the gun laws were being redone in the Pa. There were lots of folks against it and he wanted to see what they were against. Each of the towns and cities were supposed to have the same laws. But they decided they were going to have different classes of cities, and thus, Philly was in its own class. Therefore, having its own laws that the rest of the state didn't have. He started thinking about why the politicians were so set against lawful gun ownership. That piqued his interest and that's when he became a gun owner. He got a permit, bought a snub revolver, got into shotguns and bird hunting and found a new passion.    Around the time Heller was going on in 2008, he was getting more involved in getting cases and getting noticed by the NRA. This is where he became friends with Chris Conte at NRA ILA. In 2011, he was awarded the Defender of Justice by NRA ILA. He also helped raise money for the NRA.    On the radar of the NRA, he ends up on a couple committees, one for the legal affairs and one for the non-traditional gun owner, those of racial and sexual minorities. With enough trust, he was placed on the nominating committee. That's when he started seeing that things were not necessarily going so well. That's when he started seeing that some BOD members weren't there for wholesome reasons. He saw that they weren't all rowing in the same direction. Some of the folks haven't seen that the old tactics aren't working, haven't been, and don't want to change.    We got into it a bit more of course. He's very passionate about the NRA and what is going on and what needs to be changed. I really enjoyed the conversation with Jonathan and I look forward to seeing him in Atlanta in April.    This wraps up the five interviews I've done with the NRA 2.0 Candidates running on the reform ticket. I've had another five or so on the show over the years. I'm voting for all 28 of the “Reformers”. I enjoyed the conversations with them all. As with the NRA staff that I've had on the show, I can see the passion for the NRA and our rights that they have and they're fighting for. These 28 candidates know that the NRA didn't earn the respect of the members, their funds, and their support. I do have faith in them and what they plan on doing to resurrect the NRA from what has been going on. I have confidence in them and I'm looking forward to the progress for gun owners across the country.    While it is too late to become a life member and be able to vote, it's not too late to vote for those who haven't yet. Ballots were sent out in the February magazines and have to be received by April 6, 2025.    Favorite quotes: “The goal is to frustrate the gun owner.” “The modality that works best today is concealed carry. Not open carry.” “The fact that I carry a gun keeps you safer. You're welcome.” “What do these politicians intend to do to me that my ownership of firearms is a threat to them.” “NRA is back on the map. We're clean. We're well run. We deserve to get out seat at the table back.”   Elect A New NRA Website https://electanewnra.com/   Goldstein Law Partners https://goldsteinlp.com/   Second Amendment Foundation https://secure.anedot.com/saf/donate?sc=RidingShotgun    Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms https://www.ccrkba.org/     Please support the Riding Shotgun With Charlie sponsors and supporters.    Self Defense Radio Network http://sdrn.us/   Buy a Powertac Flashlight, use RSWC as the discount code and save 15% www.powertac.com/RSWC   SABRE Red Pepper Spray  https://lddy.no/1iq1n   Or listen on: iTunes/Apple podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/riding-shotgun-with-charlie/id1275691565

Riding Shotgun With Charlie #225 Charlie Hiltunen III NRA BOD, NRA 2.0 Candidate   Here's another great interview with one of the NRA Board of Director members and NRA 2.0 Reform Candidate, Charlie Hiltunen III. At the Great American Outdoor Show, I got to meet several of the NRA 2.0 Candidates and set up to film some shows with a few of them. He had some commitments on the morning we filmed and asked if I could get him back so he was able to get to the airport. I told him I could do him one better and take him there. Currently, he's finishing his first term on the board.    Hiltunen was born and raised in Indiana. He grew up shooting and hunting as part of the midwest family life. He grew up in a time where high schoolers would bring a .22 rifle to school to hunt on the way home. This was a tradition with his father and he wanted to pass it along to his own children. When his kids were old enough, he was instructing and coaching them in the Scholastic Clay Target Program and Scholastic Action Program. With all the coaching and working with young people, he thinks he got more from it than they did.    His career was as an attorney working with government affairs, lobbying, and politics. When the traditions he shared as a son and father were at risk, he got more involved in activism. Part of this journey got him involved with the Indiana State Rifle and Pistol Association. The “family bond in the 2A community became even stronger.”    As an instructor and coach and president of ISRPA, he was asked if he wanted to be a candidate for the NRA BOD. While on a hiking trip in Michigan, he got the message about the offer. When he asked when they needed a bio, they said right away! With his experience as an attorney, lobbyist, and as the president of a state association, it was a great fit! One of his personal goals is to reconnect the NRA with its members, new and old.    The messaging from the BOD members I've talked to have all been the same. They want to increase members which will bring back some political clout. They want to focus on safety training, education, and competitions. The board is working more with each other to make the improvements they see fit. They all want to make sure the association stays around for another 150 years. But they do know that getting the message out is going to be a challenge.    Part of the conversation is about permitless carry and training. When Indiana went to permitless carry, there were more people who wanted to get training. Of course, it's needed for responsible gun owners. The need for those without permits is different from a regular licensing course. When the state requires training for a carry permit, that's often the only thing people take. But when they don't need a license, they have more practical needs for shooting and training.    We talk about training the women being the largest growing demographic of gun owners. He brought up fellow board member Rick Ector and the event he does in Detroit every year. It is important to get new people to try shooting so that they get that shooting is fun and training and safety are important for everyone.    It is important to vote for all 28 of the Reform Candidates. In the past, people have encouraged “bullet voting” to try and get a message to the board. That method raises only a few candidates and pushes the others down. But this slate of candidates is going to work together to make the changes they think are needed. With more of the reformers on the board, there will be less of the “old guard” who had allegiance to the former EVP. Ballots were sent out in the February issues of the NRA magazines. They're due on April 6, 2025.   It was great to get to know Charlie more during this conversation. I'm looking forward to seeing what the reformers will do and hoping the changes they make will be positive changes for the association.    Favorite quotes: “There's so many great people on the board of directors.” “Change is difficult for any organization.” “The NRA is not an organization, it's an organism.” “If you forget your history, you're going to lose your future.” Elect A New NRA Website https://electanewnra.com/   Second Amendment Foundation https://secure.anedot.com/saf/donate?sc=RidingShotgun    Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms https://www.ccrkba.org/     Please support the Riding Shotgun With Charlie sponsors and supporters.    Self Defense Radio Network http://sdrn.us/   Buy a Powertac Flashlight, use RSWC as the discount code and save 15% www.powertac.com/RSWC   SABRE Red Pepper Spray  https://lddy.no/1iq1n   Or listen on: iTunes/Apple podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/riding-shotgun-with-charlie/id1275691565  

Riding Shotgun With Charlie #224 Philip Gray NRA BOD, NRA 2.0 Candidate   It was a busy weekend at the Great American Outdoor Show earlier this month. I was able to film three episodes with NRA Board of Director candidates who are on the reform ticket. This is a slate of 28 people who are up to reforming the way the NRA has been conducting business and some of the shenanigans that have been going on. Everyone I talked to was excited about the future of the NRA.   One of the passengers I got to spend some time with was Philip Gray. He's from Ohio and grew up shooting and hunting like so many Americans. It really was an integral part of his youth and family time. Shooting clays is still a treasured time for Philip and his family, which they do on the family farm with the kids and grandkids. His family got a land grant years ago. The family has been there with a farm  since the mid-1800's for five generations.   Philip has a lifetime hunting license. I think he said it was like $2 when he got it at eight years old. And he's been using it since he was young. He started off shooting small game and trapping. He spent 20 years working electric power as an engineer.    He's been involved with the Friends of the NRA program since 1994. Working as a field representative and climbing the ladder at NRA. Half of the funds raised by FNRA stay in the state where the money is raised. The other half helps the NRA's many other programs. The program grew until they needed to split Ohio up into two groups. Then he was the director of the east central region. His territory was eight states with nine employees.    As a field rep, he goes around to ranges and gun stores telling them the benefits of the NRA. They can lead the way with range insurance, training and safety programs, and the Eddie Eagle program. The field rep has lots of volunteers helping get the word out. Since we all have different strengths, it's good to have a large group of people with lots of different skills. He was responsible for events in six time zones from Maine to Alaska and Hawaii. During his time working as a field rep for NRA, he did the Wall of Guns. I was able to get the mic from a friend who was making the announcements and I tried to get some sales for Wall of Guns. The good news is the Wall of Guns has a cash option should those of us in occupied territory win and it's not an “approved firearm.” They also take the winner's information and send the firearm they won to their favorite and local FFL to make the transfer. Not gun show loopholes here!   He retired from NRA just before the 2020 virus that shall not be named. Things were changing politically and he decided it was time to get involved a bit more. He got involved with the local Republican party and joined two Senate campaigns. Recently, they voted him as the chairman of the local Republican Party. Talking with his grandson, the boy asked why he is spending so much time and money working on these things. Philip replied "If we don't, you might not get anything that we have.”   We did talk about bullet voting and how that was effective in the past. But this time we need to support 28 reform candidates and vote for all of them. With these 28 people, there will be a majority of reformers and we will see some changes, but it will take time.    The NRA is needed and it needs to be strong to face the anti gun crowd. This group of diverse people can and will make it happen. Some of the candidates are lawyers, some have business backgrounds, and others have political minds.    I'm going to have a handful more of the NRA BOD reform candidates over the next month. Please be on the lookout for those upcoming shows. And share them with your friends.    Favorite quotes: “I had some concerns at the NRA when I left.” “Working with the right people does pay off down the road.” “I think the turnout, the number of people voting, is going to be a record high.” “You should always be learning the job above you.” “Getting the Board changed to a little different direction. And then getting started getting the members back will be the two most important things we do.” Elect A New NRA Website https://electanewnra.com/   Second Amendment Foundation https://secure.anedot.com/saf/donate?sc=RidingShotgun    Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms https://www.ccrkba.org/     Please support the Riding Shotgun With Charlie sponsors and supporters.    Self Defense Radio Network http://sdrn.us/   Buy a Powertac Flashlight, use RSWC as the discount code and save 15% www.powertac.com/RSWC   SABRE Red Pepper Spray  https://lddy.no/1iq1n   Or listen on: iTunes/Apple podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/riding-shotgun-with-charlie/id1275691565

The NRA Board of Directors ballots are now out in NRA publications, and if you want a new NRA, you need to vote! Here's our list of candidates committed to change. Also, the NRA revives the America's Challenge competitions, a fun way to get better with your AR. MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 256. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: ELECT A NEW NRA! Siamese Mauser 45-70 Conversion NRA America's Rifle Challenge Rock Island Armory STK Series JP Rifles Ruger 556 MPR/PROOF Barrel Riton Optics The Music of Litos The Music of Aaron Lewis

In This Hour:SHOT SHOW 2025 -- FROM THE RUGER BOOTH--  Marlin's making rifles as fast as possible, but people want more.  Here's the latest.--  Who should you vote for in the NRA Board Election?  Buz Mills, from Gunsite, and Chuck Michel, from the California Rifle and Pistol Association, offer a slate, and hint at what's going on behind the scenes.--  New scopes and optics from Riton Optics.  Trent Marsh offers advice on how to choose a rifle scope.Gun Talk 02.02.25 Hour 2

Steve Dulan is a professor and a licensed attorney. Petition filed for cert at SCOTUS in our 2A case vs. UM. Running for reelection to NRA Board of Directors.

In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: a Bloomberg publication clutching their pearls over SHOT Show, and what it says about who's winning the culture war over guns. a successful self-defense shooting with a legally-carried handgun... in New York City? an anti-gun lawyer who thinks that "high capacity magazines" were invented in WW2. reports from the January NRA Board Meeting are out,  and things look promising. Weer'd interviews John Richardson about running for NRA Board of Directors. and David looks at the new no-lock S&W revolvers. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Show Notes Main Topic SHOT Show 2025 Preview: More Assault Weapons and Silencers Brandon Herrerra: We Need to Talk About Keltec Keltec PR57 pistols Gunman claims self-defense in deadly clash at Brooklyn park, no charges likely: sources “Concealed carry is herd immunity against crime” t-shirt New Jersey argues in its brief that "the earliest [large capacity magazines] with magazine capacity beyond 10 rounds were designed specifically for use by soldiers during World War II." January 2025 NRA Board Meeting John Richardson Interview No Lawyers, Only Guns and Money Elect a new NRA Gun Lovers and Other Strangers Smith & Wesson Tompkins plc American Outdoor Brands Smith & Wesson Website 629 Mountain Gun 686 Plus Mountain Gun 432 and 632 Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson, 5th Edition History and Future of the Smith & Wesson Internal Lock British owner sells Smith & Wesson to Arizona company The S&W Revolver Internal Lock Lipsey's Exclusive: S&W No Lock 686 and 629 Mountain Guns Brena Bock Author Page David Bock Author Page Team And More  

Charles "Charlie" Brown is a write-in candidate for NRA Board of Directors

Charles "Charlie" Brown is a write-in candidate for NRA Board of Directors

In This Hour:-- A new hunting rifle cartridge that features much higher internal pressures and higher velocity marks a turn for the ammunition industry.   Mike Holmes, from Federal, runs down what this is and how it came about.--  The reformers have taken charge at the NRA.--  What's so special about the Winchester .270 cartridge after 100 years?Gun Talk 01.09.25 Hour 1

This week, NRA Board member Tom Boucher, along with other panelists, testified before a Congressional Subcomittee egarding the labor community's efforts to eliminate the tip credit as well as the onerous complications from the Administration's 80/20/30 rule. Also on the panel was One Fair Wage head Saru Jayaraman. Let's just say Tom had a better day. We'll dive into that. And former President Trump upped the populist ante this week calling for both the elimination of taxes on overtime wages as well as a 10% cap on credit card interest rates. Both are likely impossible to achieve but it sure makes his audiences respond. We'll take a look. We'll talk about those issues and wrap it up with the legislative scorecard.

Contributing writer Jake Fogleman and I discuss my time in Texas covering the NRA's latest board meeting, where the group came to an agreement on a reform plan but failed to overhaul its legal strategy after a marathon executive session. We also discuss new corruption allegations against the group in a recently filed lawsuit from a former employee, as well as the group's first big election ad buy of the cycle. Finally, we recap the limited role guns played in the Presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump and new evidence of a modest bump in support for stricter gun laws in the aftermath of the Georgia shooting.

“Members Take Back our NRA” is the FB group you can go to and help support Charlie Brown and other NRA reform candidates. Our good friend, Charlie joins us to discuss the state of the NRA and his candidacy for the Board of Directors. We have a Tech Talk from EOTech Inc this week where we consider learning how to use your precision optic. Froglube has a new product to help you clean your can. Also, during our SOTG Homeroom, we will revisit the embarrassing US Navy “backwards optic” story. It is 9/11, but Professor Paul is celebrating a positive anniversary. It has been five years since his “all clear” scan during his fight against el cancer. Fighting solves everything! Thanks for being a part of SOTG! We hope you find value in the message we share. If you've got any questions, here are some options to contact us: Send an Email Send a Text Call Us Enjoy the show! And remember… You're a Beginner Once, a Student For Life! TOPICS COVERED THIS EPISODE Huge thanks to our Partners: EOTech | FrogLube | Hi-Point Firearms | Spike's Tactical Gun Review: DS Arms SA58 Rifle www.shootingnewsweekly.com Zach wants to thank Tim Hamp 40 Year Anniversary of Miami Vice & Galco Miami Classic www.imdb.com [0:18:25] EOTech Talk - EOTechInc.com TOPIC: Long Range Marksmanship Essentials - Learn your Scope [0:32:14] Pro Tip of the Week - FrogLube.com TOPIC: Clean Your Can - FrogLube Suppressor Maintenance Package www.froglube.com [0:36:51] SOTG Homeroom - SOTG University TOPIC: Commander of Navy warship relieved of duty months after backward rifle scope photo flap www.yahoo.com/news/ Why the US Military Sucks With Small Arms www.shootingnewsweekly.com [0:53:45] 5th Anniversary of Prof. Paul Officially being diagnosed Cancer Free In Celebration, Fighting Solves Everything Books are On Sale! ShopSOTG.com [0:55:46] Charlie Brown for NRA Board of Directors FEATURING: Charlie Brown, Shooting News Weekly, Yahoo News, Madison Rising, Jarrad Markel, Paul Markel, SOTG University PARTNERS: EOTech, FrogLube, Hi-Point Firearms, Spikes Tactical FIND US ON: iTunes, Stitcher, AppleTV, Roku, Amazon, GooglePlay, YouTube, Threads, Instagram, Facebook, X

Contributing writer Jake Fogleman and I cover the early political and legal fallout from the Georgia High School shooting, including what it could mean for the Presidential race as well as the trend of criminally charging the parents of mass shooters. We also talk about a new political ad campaign launched by gun control group March for Our Lives and Ben & Jerry's targeted at voters in swing states. We wrap up with some original reporting on the upcoming NRA board meeting where the group is potentially set to vote on an internal reform program and consider separating from its longtime outside legal counsel, William Brewer.

Mike answers CCW renewal questions in San Diego. Meet retired SEAL Randy Rozzell and get his top 5 tips for home defense. Mike unpacks Kamala Harris' statement against gun violence and how to advocate for the Second Amendment. Tickets for the San Diego Gun Show are on sale!  September 6-7, 2024 in Escondido! Get your tickets by August 25, 2024 to enjoy early bird pricing. Get the behind-the-scenes updates from NRA Board member, Amanda Suffecool. SEAL1's STUMP MY NEPHEW: The Tavor rifle includes several variants. Can you name at least three different models and briefly describe their differences? Learn more about Randy at his website: https://www.awctactical.com/  Get tickets to the San Diego Gun Show at https://gunownersradio.com/gun-show  Get tickets to Gun Prom! https://gunprom.com  Check out Eye on the Target Radio with Rob & Amanda Suffecool! https://eyeonthetargetradio.com/   Tune into LEAD Talks every Monday at 7pm PST livestreaming on Facebook, YouTube, Rumble, & X! -- Like, subscribe, and share to help restore the Second Amendment in California! Make sure Big Tech can't censor your access to our content and subscribe to our email list: https://gunownersradio.com/subscribe #2a #guns #gunowners #2ndAmendment #2ACA #ca42a #gunownersradio #gunrights #gunownersrights #rkba #shallnotbeinfringed #pewpew -- The right to self-defense is a basic human right. Gun ownership is an integral part of that right. If you want to keep your Second Amendment rights, defend them by joining San Diego County Gun Owners (SDCGO), Orange County Gun Owners (OCGO), or Inland Empire Gun Owners (IEGO). https://www.sandiegocountygunowners.com https://orangecountygunowners.com http://inlandempiregunowners.com Support the cause by listening to Gun Owners Radio live on Sunday afternoon or on any podcast app at your leisure. Together we will win. SUPPORT THE BUSINESSES THAT SUPPORT YOUR SELF DEFENSE RIGHTS! Get expert legal advice on any firearm-related issues: https://dillonlawgp.com Smarter web development and digital marketing help: https://www.sagetree.com Learn to FLY at SDFTI! San Diego Flight Training International: https://sdfti.com Clean your guns easier, faster, and safer! https://seal1.com Stay cool this summer with Straight Shooter Heating & Cooling! https://straightshooter.ac

Riding Shotgun With Charlie #208 Lucretia Hughes Klucken   This is a name you want to know. And a person you want to follow. I learned about her with the Women for Gun Rights group. I saw her testify in front of Congress. She lost her son to gang violence but she didn't turn into an anti-gun red shirt. She donned the teal and knew that it wasn't a gun that killed her son. I got to have Lucretia in the stagecoach at an event in New Jersey recently. She is an unstoppable force to be reckoned with.    Lucretia grew up in Georgia in a small country town. Her father raised her and her eight siblings in a junkyard. Whatever the boys would do, she would do so she was considered a tomboy. She had three fathers: one was a leader of the Black Panthers and the other two were in the military during Vietnam. Her grandparents were the first interracial couple in the area. She grew up shooting and hunting like her brothers.  By the time she was 20, she had four kids.    She worked hard to make sure that her kids didn't grow up in the situation she did. She lived in the hood and wanted to get out. Of course, she grew up in a Democrat household as she thought black people were supposed to vote that way. But she realized the Democrat party wasn't doing anything to help her. Being involved in gangs and the thug lifestyle, going to funerals of friends, she knew she was the only person that could make changes and get her family out of that lifestyle.She worked hard to get her and her kids out of that way of life.    When the NRA Annual Meeting was in Atlanta, she went at the encouragement of a friend. While there alone, she was talking with lots of folks. A photographer saw her and realized she had something. He dared her to go talk to “that short man over there”. It just happened to be Wayne LaPierre. She didn't know this. She told him her story and he gave her his phone number. Six months later he reached out and invited her to Texas to be part of the Board of Directors nominating committee.    She is also associated with the Women for Gun Rights group. Being around women like Dianna Muller (RSWC #059 & #164) and Amanda Suffecool (RSWC #009 & #180), she's learned a lot. She's had to learn to refine her story, skills, and be a positive role model. WGR help prepare her to speak in front of Congress and share the story about her son being murdered.    One of the things Lucretia does is a daily show, from 5-7 pm et, which has been growing to reach hundreds of thousands of people. Through the show, she met her husband. The show is called Real New with Lucretia Hughes. One of the people watching her show was Star Parker. She's the author of Pimps, Whores, & Welfare Brats. Star went from a tough life into a conservative. Lucretia's story is very similar. They did have a chance to meet and become friends. .    She's got some amazing stories, like driving up to DC for an event, with a pistol on the passenger's seat, and going up a one way road the wrong way. Fortunately, she was pulled over by a black police officer who was also from Georgia and he advised her to go home. She talks about getting off the welfare system and working hard to do so. She worked in federal penitentiaries in the medical department. These are the amazing stories I loved to get out for all to hear.     Besides the show, she's also working on running for the NRA Board of Directors. She was on the nominating committee that helped Dean Cain and Mark Keith Robinson get voted onto the BOD. Like I said, she's a force. When she spoke at the CNJFO/WGR dinner, she got everyone going. If you search her name, you'll find her from Turning Point USA to Real Clear Politics to FOX News. And now RSWC.  Favorite quotes: “I won't bow down. And I won't kiss no ring.” “I learned to stop beating up on myself because no one is perfect.” “I got tired of looking at death.” “They changed a lot of women's minds and their hearts.And a lot of women are now wanting gun rights.” Lucretia Hughes Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lucretia.b.hughes   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/reallucretiahughes/   Rumble Real News with Lucretia Hughes https://rumble.com/user/RealNewsWithLucretiaHughes   FallBackUSA2 Shop https://fallbackusa2.myshopify.com/ Second Amendment Foundation https://secure.anedot.com/saf/donate?sc=RidingShotgun    Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms https://www.ccrkba.org/     Please support the Riding Shotgun With Charlie sponsors and supporters.    Buy RSWC & GunGram shirts & hoodies, stickers & patches, and mugs at the store! http://ridingshotgunwithcharlie.com/rswc-shop/   Dennis McCurdy Author, Speaker, Firewalker http://www.find-away.com/   Self Defense Radio Network http://sdrn.us/   Buy a Powertac Flashlight, use RSWC as the discount code and save 15% www.powertac.com/RSWC   SABRE Red Pepper Spray  https://lddy.no/1iq1n    

This week, we're turning our attention back to the National Rifle Association. Just as the nation's largest gun-rights group heads back to a Manhattan courtroom for the final phase of its civil corruption trial, one of the leading reformers on its board has made a last-ditch effort to intervene. Phil Journey joins the show to explain why he emailed Judge Joel Cohen seeking to join the trial separately from the NRA and the Attorney General's office. He argued that neither the NRA's lawyers nor the AG truly represented him or the NRA's membership. He said the judge should remove the Brewer firm from representing the group, and he should listen to what NRA members want over what the AG wants. Journey said he had been encouraged when candidates he backed won most of the leadership elections a few months back, but he grew disillusioned with how things have played out since then. Journey admitted the intervention request is a long shot, but he felt it was still the best way forward. He accused new NRA President Bob Barr of withholding committee appointments to try and control reformers--something Barr and the NRA deny. He argued the best path forward is for him to be able to argue his own point of view in court. Click this link for your free trial from our sponsor The Dispatch: https://thedispatch.com/join-offer-reload/?utmsource=newsletter&utmmedium=email&utm_campaign=reload0624 Special Guest: Phillip Journey.

In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: a gold heist in Canada with ties to gun smuggling; proposed Federal legislation from New York Representatives to ban ownership of level III and IV body armor. Weer'd sits down with NRA Board of Directors member Amanda Suffecool to talk about the NRA Board meeting; and Weer'd also talks with Michael Sodini of Walk the Talk America about the educational programs they offer. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Show Notes Main Topic 'How gold becomes guns': heist spotlights illegal US-Canada gun trade Gang member who stole guns from Chicago train gets 10 years Meng And Kennedy Introduce Legislation To Keep Enhanced Body Armor Out Of The Hands Of Mass Shooters (2022) New York to Ban Body Armor  Amanda Suffecool Interview ICYMI NRA Members Meeting Debate Resolution Abt Move to Texas Eye on the Target Radio Women for Gun Rights Gun Mishap At Rally For NRA Lawmaker Not Willing To Be The Fall Guy For Barr Walk the Talk America Walk the Talk America Kids to Kings  

In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: 2024's NRA Board of Directors election results, and they certainly look good; nearly 5 years of one-million-plus NICS checks; a tenured professor's workplace harassment over a firecracker emoji; God intervening when a man attempted to shoot the pastor at a church service; Maine adopting gun control in the wake of the Lewiston shooting; and SCOTUS is going to review two Assault Weapon Ban cases, hopefully granting cert to one or both. Finally, Weer'd finished his fisk of David Hogg's debate with Spike Cohen. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only content like mag dump episodes, our hilarious blooper reels and film tracks. Show Notes Main Topic NRA Board Election Results In April 2024 Marks 57th Consecutive Month of One Million-Plus Background Checks for Gun Sales Dr. Leigh M. Johnson Man aims gun at pastor during church service Maine governor signs off on new gun laws, mental health supports in wake of Lewiston shootings SCOTUS DISTRIBUTES SAF GUN BAN CHALLENGES FOR MAY 16 CONFERENCE Weer'd Audio Fisk: Guns In America: Debate on Gun Control with David Hogg and Spike Cohen HWFO Highlights from the David Hogg vs. Spike Cohen Debate at Dartmouth Why Did David Hogg Pull Out of Gun Debate When He Found Out It's Against Colion Noir? Parkland shooting families reach $127.5m settlement over FBI inaction Gun Free School Zones Act, Stockton schoolyard shooting One dead, two injured in Finland school shooting as 12-year-old suspect detained ATF Gun Trace Data Source and Use of Firearms Involved in Crimes: Survey of Prison Inmates, 2016 (PDF) DC police dealt thousands of guns; ATF demands answers after concerning number found at crime scenes The Return of the 32 Round Luger Snail Drum ProMag SKS 7.62x39mm 30-Round Blued Steel Magazine Gunblog Variety Cast Ep 160: The Kellermann Study Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 029: Fisk on Suicide North Hollywood Shootout USCCA New Hampshire Gun Laws Harvard Gun Study: The More Guns, The Less Criminal Activity  

In This Hour: -- Hodgdon, the major gun powder company in the U.S., buys RCBS, the leading maker of reloading equipment. Aaron Olger tells how that sale came about. -- The slate of reform candidates all were elected to the NRA Board of Directors. Jeff Knox explains what happens now, and guesses about the chances of saving the gun rights group. -- A rancher protects his newborn calves from coyotes with a bolt-action rifle in .223 Remington. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.05.24 Hour 1

This week on The Home Defense Show we speak with Rick Ector, a current NRA Board member about the status of the NRA and get an update on the court verdicts against them as well as the future of the NRA as an organization.

In This Hour: --  SHOT SHOW 2024, From The Smith & Wesson booth: --  NRA Board Member Buz Mills says all NRA board members should go. -- How are guns supplied to and handled in the movies? -- Ammo, Inc.  The big ammo company you never heard of. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  01.28.24  Hour 3  

The National Rifle Association's corruption trial in New York began this week, and we have the first witness called in the case on the show with us. Rocky Marshall is a former NRA board member and the first to receive votes for executive vice president against Wayne LaPierre in decades. He has also been a vocal critic of LaPierre, other key members of leadership, and outside counsel Bill Brewer. He blames their mismanagement and misconduct for the NRA's current downward spiral. Marshall laid out the questions he was asked during his testimony. The questions were wide-ranging, and he was on the stand for over an hour. He explained his view of where the prosecution is going as well as where the NRA's defense is headed. He also talked about his decision to run for the board again. He's qualified for the ballot alongside three other reform candidates. Marshall said people are underestimating how important the NRA is to the gun-rights movement and argued it's still possible to fix things from the inside. Plus, Contributing Writer Jake Fogleman and I discuss the whiplash Californians must feel as gun carry was made lawful again by a federal court ruling. Special Guest: Rocky Marshall.

The gun grabbers are at it again and this time it's right here in Michigan! NRA Board of Director member, Rick Ector is back with us again this time to alert Michigan residents about his next live appearance to discuss gun law changes in Michigan: Red Flag Laws, Long Gun Registration, and Firearm Storage Law. Event will be held at Recoil Firearms in Taylor, MI. There are two sessions: 12pm - 2pm and 4pm - 6pm.Event link: https://www.legallyarmedindetroit.com/2023/12/event-important-laws-that-michigan.htmlRick is also seeking re-election to the NRA Board of Directors next year. Ballots will be in NRA Magazines in February 2024.NRA Board member. Nominating Committee Endorsed Candidate. Life Member. Outreach Committee (2020-2024). NRA Training Counselor, CRSO, and Instructor (Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, Personal Protection I and II, Cartridge & Shotgun Shell Reloading, and Home Firearm Safety). Founded "Legally Armed In Detroit" that cumulatively organized free shooting classes for 8,800+ women (2012-Present). NRA-ILA Grassroots Spotlight (8/2023). Women's event recap in "America's 1st Freedom" (2/2022). Cover feature in "America's 1st Freedom" (2/2021). Gun Owners for Trump Advisory Board (2020). Organized "Rally for Peace" at Michigan Capitol (2020). GOA "Top 10 in 2019." SAF "Defender of Liberty" (2016). MCRGO "Gun Advocate of the Year" (2014). Features: "Meet NRA Instructor Rick Ector, the Left's Worst Nightmare" (2021), "Jordan Klepper Solves Guns" (2017), and "Detroit: Armed and Determined" (2014). Writer: "AmmoLand" and "Shooting Illustrated." Advocacy: "Cam & Co." (75x), "Fox 2 Detroit" (61x), "Tucker Carlson," and "Fox & Friends." Earned 160+ IMDB credits.Get your thoughts in ahead of showtime or during so we can add your comments to the live chat show. Send your questions to us via our Dangerous Super Chats link here: http://www.dangeroussuperchats.com/SUPPORT THE SHOWSuper Chat Tip https://bit.ly/42W7iZHBuzzsprout https://bit.ly/3m50hFTSubscribeStar http://bit.ly/42Y0qM8Paypal http://bit.ly/3Gv3ZjpPatreon http://bit.ly/3G37AVxCONNECT WITH USWebsite https://www.dangerousinfopodcast.com/Guilded Chatroom http://bit.ly/42OayqyEmail the show dangerousinfopodcast@protonmail.comJoin mailing list http://bit.ly/3Kku5YtSOCIALSInstagram https://www.instagram.com/dangerousinfo/Twitter https://twitter.com/jaymz_jesseGab https://gab.com/JessejaymzTruth Social https://truthsocial.com/@jessejaymzWATCH LIVERumble https://rumble.com/c/DangerousInfoPodcastPilled Foxhole https://pilled.net/profile/144176Twitch https://www.twitch.tv/dangerousinfopodcastTwitter https://twitter.com/jaymz_jesseSMART is the acronym that was created by technocrats that have setup the "internet of things" that will eventually enslave humanity to their needs. Support the show

In This Hour: -- Tips for using Gunbroker to buy guns. -- Can new board members make a difference at the NRA? Jeff Knox is running for the board, and he explains the plan. --  Liberty Safe angers gun owners by giving backdoor code to the FBI. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  10.15.23  Hour 3

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In This Hour: -- Tips for using Gunbroker to buy guns. -- Can new board members make a difference at the NRA? Jeff Knox is running for the board, and he explains the plan. --  Liberty Safe angers gun owners by giving backdoor code to the FBI. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  09.10.23  Hour 3  

Riding Shotgun With Charlie #179 Todd Ellis NRA Board of Directors   Back in April I may have snuck into the NRA BOD party.  May have. It was suggested that I work the room.  Someone took me around to meet folks that I haven't met and see if I could connect and maybe get them on the show. It's fantastic to me when people I haven't met come up, say hello, and want to talk. As I was sweeping around the room, Todd Ellis stopped me and asked when the episode with Nayara Andrejczyk (RSWC #171) was going to be published. Todd is an NRA BOD member, but also a Training Counselor. They were friends and she had done some training with him. We exchanged cards and I kept working the room.    I got home from NRA on a Monday morning. I had a live show to do that evening, then I was off for Philly to film some shows. There was a change in plans and I was given “the gift of time”. Having dinner with Naraya and her husband, we brainstormed who would be available to film a show in my newly found time. She reached out to Todd and he agreed to be on the show.    Todd started shooting in Boy Scouts. He was really good at it, enjoyed it, and took to it quickly. He went home and joined the Junior Marksmanship Club at the Rochester Rifle Club. He shot small bore through high school. It was suggested that he become an instructor and take several of the NRA certification courses.  He was working with lots of youth shooters with the Scouts, about 350 a year.This was before there was an online portal to report to the NRA the students that went through your courses. When that came around, he missed out on getting credit for about 3,500 students! The NRA Education and Training found out how many students he trained and decided it was time to get him to become a Training Counselor.    Todd was invited to be the State Training Counselor Liaison for Pennsylvania. There's 4,400 instructors and 125 training counselors in PA currently. According to him, the main objective of a TC is to make sure everyone is up to date and current with their teaching materials and to make sure they're successful. We talk a bit about how it's important for everyone to be an established shooter before they become an instructor. If an instructor doesn't know an answer that a student has, they need to find out the answer and get back to the student.    Back in 2020 while everyone was in lockdown, Todd was able to fill in on a two year term and get onto the NRA Board of Directors. He was talking to another BOD member about some issues and needed to convince him that Todd had some solutions to some problems. That leads us into talking about the process of getting nominated by someone on the board, which may lead to getting Some folks get in by being on committees. Someone can also go through a petition process and get signatures to be on the ballot. Many of the NRA members don't know if they can vote, don't vote, or think they can vote and they can't.    Todd has a story about a canoe trip he took with his son. The canoe tipped when they both ended up paddling on the same side. He uses this story as an analogy to what is happening with many folks in the gun community. If we aren't paddling together as a team in the Second Amendment canoe, we're going to capsize and all will be lost. We work for the Second Amendment. And we all need to work as a unit, doing what we need to do to keep this American tradition alive.    Favorite quotes:  “I really strongly believe in teaching the youth because they're the folks who are going to replace us tomorrow.” “We got some people that are like ‘they're never gonna take our shotgun.' But they will come and get your bolt action rifles, too. So you got to be very aware of why people are really fighting for your Rights.” “I'd love to see more people vote. They get the ballot and don't vote.” “We're in a Second Amendment canoe. We all have to paddle together or we're going to wind up in the ocean and your Second Amendment rights are going to go with the tide out to sea.” National Rifle Associatio http://www.nra.com/   National Rifle Association https://home.nra.org/   To become an NRA certified instructor https://www.nrainstructors.org/ Second Amendment Foundation https://secure.anedot.com/saf/donate?sc=RidingShotgun   Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms https://www.ccrkba.org/     Please support the Riding Shotgun With Charlie sponsors and supporters.    Dennis McCurdy Author, Speaker, Firewalker http://www.find-away.com/   Self Defense Radio Network http://sdrn.us/   Buy a Powertac Flashlight, use RSWC as the discount code and save 15% www.powertac.com/RSWC

In this episode, Tudor Dixon welcomes Willes Lee, a retired Lieutenant Colonel and member of the NRA Board of Directors, to discuss the attack on guns and hunting. They highlight the importance of the Second Amendment and the hidden attacks on gun rights, such as the recent decision by the Biden administration to withhold funds from schools with hunting and archery programs. They discuss the importance of firearm safety education, the contributions of hunters to conservation efforts, and the opposition they face from the left. They also touch on the need for activism, funding, and research in protecting gun rights. Additionally, they discuss the increase in firearm sales during the COVID-19 pandemic and the empowerment it brings to diverse communities. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. For more information visit TudorDixonPodcast.comFollow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Tudor Dixon welcomes Willes Lee, a retired Lieutenant Colonel and member of the NRA Board of Directors, to discuss the attack on guns and hunting. They highlight the importance of the Second Amendment and the hidden attacks on gun rights, such as the recent decision by the Biden administration to withhold funds from schools with hunting and archery programs. They discuss the importance of firearm safety education, the contributions of hunters to conservation efforts, and the opposition they face from the left. They also touch on the need for activism, funding, and research in protecting gun rights. Additionally, they discuss the increase in firearm sales during the COVID-19 pandemic and the empowerment it brings to diverse communities. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. For more information visit TudorDixonPodcast.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Tudor Dixon welcomes Willes Lee, a retired Lieutenant Colonel and member of the NRA Board of Directors, to discuss the attack on guns and hunting. They highlight the importance of the Second Amendment and the hidden attacks on gun rights, such as the recent decision by the Biden administration to withhold funds from schools with hunting and archery programs. They discuss the importance of firearm safety education, the contributions of hunters to conservation efforts, and the opposition they face from the left. They also touch on the need for activism, funding, and research in protecting gun rights. Additionally, they discuss the increase in firearm sales during the COVID-19 pandemic and the empowerment it brings to diverse communities. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. For more information visit TudorDixonPodcast.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 This is the soundtrack to a film strip from 1965. It is narrated by Bill Richardson.  Senator H. L. Richardson was a nationally recognized, twenty-two-year veteran of the California State Senate who focused his extensive political career on the preservation and protection of our Second Amendment rights. An active hunter and outdoorsman, Senator Richardson was vigorously involved on the state and national scene, racking up political victories that spanned more than four decades.In 1966, H. L. “Bill” Richardson, a successful advertising executive, was elected to the State Senate the same year Ronald Reagan was elected California's Governor.  Because of his vast hunting and outdoor experience, he was tapped to Chair the Senate Fish and Game Committee, and was elected by his Republican colleagues to a leadership position as Caucus Chairman, a post he held for many years.In the early 1970's, the Senator became very aware of the worldwide inroads the radical left were making in politics, most specifically their consistent attempts to disarm Americans. He became a life member of the NRA and, with their encouragement, authored the state preemption of firearms law which in 2009 resulted in overturning the recently enacted San Francisco handgun ban.  He was subsequently elected to the NRA Board of Directors, where he served for over a decade.In 1975, the radical left introduced legislation to ban all handguns in California. The bill generated strong support from elected officials and the main-stream media, which triggered Richardson to mobilize enraged citizens from throughout the state.  It was at this point that Gun Owners of California was born, a direct mail attack was unleashed and the bill was defeated.  Gun Owners of America soon followed and Richardson's keen skill for mobilizing single individuals toward a common goal launched a very effective political movement that continues to focus on the preservation of the Second Amendment.During his 22 years in the California Senate, Richardson showed that a determined application of confrontational politics could produce big victories.  While in office, in addition to GOC and GOA, Richardson organized multiple Political Action Committees [PACs] that raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to fight the political left. One such committee was “Law and Order Campaign Committee” which led the charge to defeat Chief Justice Rose Bird and two other liberal members of the state Supreme Court. The three anti-victim justices were defeated by over a million votes. LOCC then pushed for the return of capital punishment, a move strongly opposed by the liberal leadership of both houses and Governor Jerry Brown (during his first term in office). Using massive direct mail pressure, the bill passed both houses but in spite of heavy support from the public, the bill was vetoed.  LOCC refused to give up, and using targeted direct mail and the mobilization of concerned citizens, Governor Jerry Brown's veto was overridden.Richardson took this sharp political insight and wrote a virtual “game plan” for political wins with his controversial book, Confrontational Politics.   He clearly explained his core belief that politics should be a struggle of competing ideologies, not a game of compromise and accommodation.  A published author, other works include “Slightly to the Right,” an entertaining yet informative book written in the 60's that taught conservatives how to debate their liberal friends.  It became an immediate conservative classic which sold over 250,000 copies nationally.“What Makes You Think We Read the Bills?” was written while Richardson was in the Senate and provides rare, yet funny insight into the real-life workings of the Legislature.  It has been used as a textbook in political science classes throughout California.Richardson also combined his love of writing and extensive knowledge of the American West to write a series of Western mysteries, beginning with “The Devil's Eye”, and followed by the sequel “The Shadows of Crazy Mountain.” For a change of pace, he authored “Split Ticket,” a political comedy based in Sacramento, California.His unique perspectives and use of humor kept him in demand as a speaker and writer, and he provided colorful media commentary on a host of issues.  He was the recipient of numerous awards and accolades from fellow Second Amendment organizations, and received such notable recognition as Outstanding Statesman Award from the Conservative Caucus, Law and Order Award from American Educational League, the Guardian of Freedom Award from (YAF) Young Americans for Freedom and the Ronald Reagan Freedom Fighter Award.  He was also recognized for his exceptional work in law enforcement, having earned commendations from California homicide investigators, swat teams, police, parole and correctional organizations.Senator Richardson had three children and seven grandchildren.  He was married to his beloved wife Barbara for 57 years.  He resided in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, east of Sacramento, California, until his passing on January 13, 2020.Please visit our website www.campconstitution.net

This week I want to honor a friend and announce a move. Congratulations to Rick Ector on his recent appointment to the NRA Board of Directors.  I personally know how much this means to him and know he will do the best he can as a representative of firearms trainers, counselors, and gun rights activist.  The guy has been focused and determined to save the lives of people in his home state of Michigan, especially the cities and women. He has single handedly created a space for women of color to get exposed and familiar with firearms in an untraditional environment.  As a gun rights activist, Rick is a force of nature. He could become a politician if he weren't so nice, respectable, and honest.  He often credits me for getting him involved but Rick didn't need me, I just fed the spark he had and it turned into a blaze. He is proof that determination, and positive thinking can do great things.  Having a positive attitude means you have an optimistic outlook. That guy has taken the Second Amendment and the gun rights community to the level it should be.  He has optimism.  He has hope. He believes that if he keeps chugging on things will work out well.  Being voted on the board of director for the National Rifle Association is a bigger deal to Rick that the rich and famous peers with him. I am proud to call him a friend. Like he says, "True Story."       Check out the first episode of NWhy You Should Never Fry Bacon Naked: And other life lessons!; and subscribe at http://sites.libsyn.com/471231/black-man-with-a-gun   thank you.  Kenn 

The NRA's 2023 Annual Meeting was last week. The group was resurgent, and leadership got a mostly warm welcome. That doesn't mean the NRA's problems are solved. To the contrary, it still seems to be bleeding membership revenue at the same time it racks up increasing legal bills from dealing with multiple corruption suits over allegations of financial impropriety. That's why we have Frank Tait, who just finished his term on the NRA board, on the show this week. Tait, who joined the board as a vocal critic of Executive Vice President Wayne LaPierre, admitted attempts to reform the group from within have failed. He responded to several of the most common defenses of LaPierre, often employed by other members of the board, and explained why he believes the organization is in dire trouble. He also talked about his time on the board. He said NRA staff made it very difficult for board members to access key documents. He also described how the 76-member board functions in practice, saying a small fraction of the board holds the majority of the decision-making power. Tait also said he doesn't plan to run for re-election in large part because he no longer sees a viable path to changing leadership from the inside. Plus, Contributing Writer Jake Fogleman and I discuss what Colorado's failure to pass an "assault weapons" ban means for the policy's recent momentum. Special Guest: Frank Tait.

We spent an entire week on the road. The SOTG crew recorded from the GLOCK booth at the NRA Annual Meeting and Exhibits in Indianapolis, Indiana. You will be treated to numerous exclusive interviews that we put together from the event. During today's episode we have Shane Coley from Team GLOCK, Isaac Demarest, a member of the NRA Board of Directors, and Nathan Engelking from CrossBreed Holsters. Everyone at SOTG would like to thank all of those who stopped by to say hello during the show. We are particularly grateful for those of you who came out for our book signing event on Saturday.    Thanks for being a part of SOTG! We hope you find value in the message we share. If you've got any questions, here are some options to contact us: Send an Email Send a Text Call Us Enjoy the show! And remember… You're a Beginner Once, a Student For Life! TOPICS COVERED THIS EPISODE [0:01:15] Shane Coley w/ Team GLOCK Huge thanks to our Partners: Brownells | Duracoat Firearm Finishes | Hi-Point Firearms [0:42:12] Isaac Damarest of the NRA Board of Directors [0:59:58] Nathan Engelking with Crossbreed Holsters FEATURING: GLOCK, Shane Coley, Issac Damarest, Nathan Engelking, NRA - National Rifle Association of America, Madison Rising, Jarrad Markel, Paul Markel PARTNERS: Brownells Inc, DuraCoat Firearm Finishes, Hi-Point Firearms FIND US ON: GunSpace, Facebook, Parler, Mewe, iTunes, Stitcher, AppleTV, Roku, Amazon, GooglePlay, YouTube, Instagram, tumblr

Our guest today is Amanda Suffecool. Amanda is on the 2023 NRA Board of Directors Ballot. Amanda is a Pro 2A leader, trainer, and educator. She is the Ohio South-Eastern Region Director for the DC Project, Host of the syndicated radio show, “Eye On The Target” and she is the creator of the NRA Carry Guard Conceal Carry Fashion Show. Amanda is a degreed engineer who spends her spare time sharing her love of country, constitution and specifically the 2nd Amendment with others. Amanda has been an NRA certified instructor for more than 13 years, in 8 different disciplines and has added FEMA, OSHA and now ALICE active shooter response trainer credentials to the mix. In this interview from the floor of the 2023 SHOT Show in Las Vegas, NV we talk to Amanda about her areas of expertise and why she is a good candidate to serve on the Board of Directors of the NRA.

In today's episode we talk with Amanda Suffecool about what she saw at ShowShow and why she is running for the NRA Board of Directors. Today's episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today's world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also… The post S4E25 ShotShow Review and NRA BOD first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

Join us as we visit with Amanda Suffecool and Rick Ector about their quest to join the NRA Board of Directors. We'll find out why a board position is important to each of them, and why it is important to ALL of us that we get good people onto the board. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sandhillsmediaempire/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sandhillsmediaempire/support

In this episode Jim Wallace joins us to talk about the new anti-gun proposals from Beacon Hill, and info from the recent NRA Board Meeting

Is the NRA still Relevant or just an Outdated Relic??Our good friend, #2A advocate extraordinaire, and Nationally Syndicated Radio Host Amanda Suffecool returns to discuss here nomination and candidacy for NRA Board of Directors. Plus, How the SCOTUS is Destroying the Luny Left's gun control narrative with the 'Bruin' Case decision.   Support the show

Whether you support the NRA or not, it is the biggest organization that advocates for Gun Owners' rights. Amanda Suffecool joins the show to talk about her campaign to join the NRA Board of Directors. TIME CODES: - Be cool & VOTE Suffecool for the NRA Board- Ratchet Belt Livestyle For the WIN- David Yamane & the Sociology of Guns- What was the first commercially produced .22 LR caliber pistol? Amanda Suffecool, Eye on the Target Radio host, Concealed Carry Fashion Show organizer, and DC Project leader, calls in to talk about her campaign for the NRA board. https://eyeonthetargetradio.com/ Have you tried a ratcheting gun belt yet? Alisha reviews the gun belts from Kore Essentials, on of Gun Owner Radio's favorite San Diego companies. https://koreessentials.com David Yamane has been teaching the ‘Sociology of Guns' for the past 8 years. Learn about how this professor at Wake Forest University is helping students learn the truth about guns and gun ownership. https://www.youtube.com/LightOverHeat STUMP MY NEPHEW: What was the first commercially produced .22 LR caliber pistol? Think you can stump Sam? Send in a question! https://www.gunownersradio.com/stump-my-nephew/ -- Like, subscribe, and share to help restore the Second Amendment in California! Make sure Big Tech can't censor your access to our content and subscribe to our email list: https://gunownersradio.com/subscribe #2a #guns #gunowners #2ndAmendment #2ACA #ca42a #gunownersradio #gunrights #gunownersrights #rkba #shallnotbeinfringed #pewpew -- The right to self-defense is a basic human right. Gun ownership is an integral part of that right. If you want to keep your Second Amendment rights, defend them by joining San Diego County Gun Owners (SDCGO), Orange County Gun Owners (OCGO), or Inland Empire Gun Owners (IEGO). Support the cause by listening to Gun Owners Radio live on Sunday afternoon or on any podcast app at your leisure. Together we will win. https://www.sandiegocountygunowners.com https://orangecountygunowners.com http://inlandempiregunowners.com https://www.firearmspolicy.org https://www.gunownersca.com https://gunowners.org Show your support for Gun Owners Radio sponsors! Get expert legal advice on any firearm-related issues: https://dillonlawgp.com Need a mortgage or VA loan? Call Chris Wiley! https://www.primeres.com/alpine Smarter web development and digital marketing help: https://www.sagetree.com Visit Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers, your one-stop-shop for all your Jewelry needs: https://leohamel.com Learn to FLY at SDFTI! San Diego Flight Training International: https://sdfti.com Get the training and education to keep your family safe with USCCA https://uscca.com/gor

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In this hour: - Frank Tait talks about bullet voting for this year's NRA Board of Directors to send a message - Is there any disadvantage to having a carry permit versus constitutional carry? - Avoiding Oregon because it won't honor any other state carry permit. Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 03.13.22 Hour 2