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We Like Shooting - Ep 667 This episode of We Like Shooting is brought to you by: Foxtrot Mike (Code: WLSISLIFE) C&G Holsters (Code: WLSISLIFE) Midwest Industries (Code: WLSISLIFE) Gideon Optics (Code: WLSISLIFE) Blue Alpha Second Call Defense Otis Technology (Code: WELIKESHOOTING15) Guests: Paul Noonan, Foxtrot Mike Products – https://fm-products.com – @foxtrotmikeproducts Text Dear WLS or Reviews +1 743 500 2171 Public Show Titles GOA GOALS Aug 1-2 in Iowa. https://goals.goa.org/ JUNE 20th, 2026 GunCon.net Tickets on sale now. Use code AGENCY171 GEAR CHAT Foxtrot Mike Products Foxtrot Mike THEOUTDOORWIRE Hi-Point Hush-Point Cigar 22 Suppressor The Hush-Point Cigar 22 is a limited-run monocore .22 suppressor developed through a collaboration between Hi-Point Firearms, Taylor Customs, and Orion Wholesale. Released June 10, 2026, it is styled to visually resemble a premium cigar with a hard-anodized dark brown finish and gold accents. It is offered exclusively through Orion Wholesale for FFL dealers. CIVMEDICAL Civilian Medical CM1 Civilian Medical Training Civilian Medical provides online CM1 training designed for civilians with no medical background. The course uses scenario-based interactive learning with quizzes, decision-based scenarios, and over 30 lessons built on battle-adapted protocols. It offers a certificate of completion, self-paced lifetime access with saved progress, targeting professionals, parents, families, community volunteers, and concerned citizens. THIRD ECHELON DEVELOPMENT(Nick) Third Echelon Development Gas Cap Gen 3 4 5 Gas Cap™ significantly reduces the amount of debris and gas ejected into your eyes & face when shooting with the added backpressure of a suppressor, making for a much more pleasant experience. The Gas Cap is a direct-fit replacement slide plate for Glock Gen 3, 4, and 5 pistols (select models with 1-in/25.5mm wide slide). It is precision CNC machined steel with black nitride finish and functions as a two-position sliding assembly. The contoured shroud diverts excess gas and debris downward when using a suppressor. Note Best can for my ps-90? (Nick) Note Roadhunter update 6.5MM CREEDMOOR +PEAK(Nick) Federal Premium 6.5 Creedmoor +Peak The 6.5 Creedmoor has become one of the most popular modern cartridges for hunting and long-range target shooting. But Federal just unlocked its true potential with new 6.5 Creedmoor +Peak. Federal Premium 6.5 Creedmoor +Peak is a high-pressure cartridge utilizing patented Peak Alloy case technology. It delivers up to 300 fps higher velocity than standard 6.5 Creedmoor and 100 fps over 6.5 PRC while functioning in existing 6.5 Creedmoor rifles. Offered with multiple bullet options including 130 gr Terminal Ascent, 155 gr Fusion Tipped, and others; reloadable with unprimed cases coming soon. BULLET POINTS FOREST SERVICE DEBUTS NEW RECREATION MOBILE APP USDA Forest Service National Forests and Grasslands Mobile App The Forest Service launched the National Forests and Grasslands mobile app for iOS and Android during Great Outdoors Month. The app provides the most complete collection of Forest Service recreation sites, safety alerts, closures, and offline maps for the 164 million annual visitors to national forests and grasslands. The USDA Forest Service launched the National Forests and Grasslands mobile app on June 4, 2026 to provide a single comprehensive visitor information platform. It consolidates data from nearly 30 legacy apps, offering complete recreation site details, safety alerts, closures, amenity information, activity search, offline maps, and optional map layers for fire and weather data. The free app is available on iOS and Android for the 164 million annual visitors to national forests and grasslands. ATHLON OUTDOORS EXCLUSIVE FIREARM UPDATES, REVIEWS & NEWS NRA 2026 New Guns & Gear That Stole the Show Uncover the exciting NRA 2026 new products unveiled at the Annual Meetings & Exhibits, perfect for shooters and collectors. The article by P.E. Fitch highlights standout new firearms and accessories debuted or featured at the 2026 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits in Houston, positioning the event as the industry's encore to SHOT Show. Coverage includes innovative designs from multiple manufacturers, with particular attention to eye-catching or controversial products that drew significant attendee interest. Specific product details, dimensions, weights, and pricing are not extractable from available page metadata and previews. INSIDE SAFARILAND Do Handgun Silencers Have a Place in the Self Defense World Do silencers have a place in the self defense world? They may not have completely made it there yet, but I think they will be. Safariland blog article examines whether handgun silencers (suppressors) belong in self-defense applications. The author gives a cautious but optimistic ‘yes,' particularly highlighting advantages for home defense scenarios while acknowledging practical limitations. The piece discusses benefits like hearing protection for the shooter and reduced disturbance to bystanders or family members, alongside typical drawbacks such as added size, weight, and legal/regulatory requirements. SOLDIERSYSTEMS Roni Nano Roni Pistol-to-Carbine Conversion Kit Houston, TX – Roni Corporaton, the leading designer and manufacturer of the renown Micro-Roni, PDW-style pistol-to-carbine conversion kits and other fi … The Nano Roni is Roni's most compact pistol-to-carbine conversion kit that installs a handgun into a chassis in seconds without tools, transforming it into a pistol-braced PDW. It includes a complete system with chassis plus accessories such as magazine holders, light mounts, Picatinny rails, charging handles, optics mounts, slings, and a belt holster. Initial compatibility covers multiple Glock models with additional Glock, SIG Sauer, Taurus, and Canik models planned; available in black, OD Green, and Flat Dark Earth. THE TRUTH ABOUT GUNS Can You Shoot 5.56 Through a .22 Suppressor? – The Truth About Guns Can you shoot 5.56 through a .22 suppressor? Usually no. Here's why pressure, heat, and gas volume matter so much. The article addresses whether .556/.223 ammunition can be safely fired through a standard .22LR (rimfire) suppressor. In the general case, it is not safe or recommended. Most dedicated rimfire suppressors are engineered only for the much lower pressures, smaller gas volumes, and reduced heat produced by .22LR, .22WMR, or similar rimfire cartridges. NSSF NSSF Releases Most Recent Firearm Production Figures (ATF AFMER 2023) Over 32 million Modern Sporting Rifles in Circulation WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, released the Firearm Production in the United States including the Firearm Import and Export Data 2025 Edition (reporting 2023 data) to its members. The report compiles the most up-to-date information based on data sourced from the Bureau of Alcohol, […] According to the NSSF article dated January 15, 2026, ATF AFMER data shows 2023 U.S. domestic firearm production at 8,466,729 units, a 15.4% decrease from 2022. Total firearms made available for the U.S. market in 2023 were 13,574,653 (handguns 8,176,535; rifles 3,899,907; shotguns 1,498,211). Cumulative civilian firearms in possession 1990–2023 reached 506.1 million, with modern sporting rifles (MSRs) in circulation estimated at over 32 million. GUN FIGHTS Play the best Price Is Right-style GunBroker game on the internet. BANGRANK A live cast ranking segment for anything and everything in the gun world, powered by questionable certainty, strong opinions, and audience voting. THE AGENCY BRIEF Agency Update 1. AGENCY BRIEF: STREET SWEEPER / USAS-12 DESTRUCTIVE DEVICE RECLASSIFICATIONWhat this really was: In 1994, ATF took lawfully owned shotguns and shoved them into the NFA “destructive device” category. No vote in Congress. No new statute. Just an agency ruling that turned specific 12-gauge shotguns into the same legal category as grenades. The targets were the Striker-12, the Street Sweeper, and the USAS-12. The Striker and Street Sweeper used revolving cylinders. The USAS-12 was a semi-auto, magazine-fed shotgun. They all fired ordinary 12-gauge shells, the same kind of ammunition people put through hunting pumps all over the country. The legal hook was buried in the National Firearms Act, specifically 26 U.S.C. § 5845(f). That section says a weapon with a bore over one-half inch can be treated as a destructive device unless the government decides it is “generally recognized as particularly suitable for sporting purposes.” A 12-gauge shotgun has a bore of about .73 inches. So every 12-gauge in America avoids the NFA only because ATF treats it as sporting enough. That is the trapdoor. In 1994, during the Clinton administration, ATF issued Rulings 94-1 and 94-2. The agency said these shotguns had no recognized sporting purpose, pointing to their weight, capacity, and military-style features. Once ATF withdrew that exemption, the guns became destructive devices. The pattern was simple: Start with a broad statute and an elastic test like “sporting purposes.” Use subjective factors, including appearance, to pull back prior approval. Reclassify the guns by agency ruling. Open a short amnesty period for tax-free registration. Turn missed paperwork into felony exposure. Confirmed fact: ATF used the sporting purposes clause to reclassify these firearms and require NFA registration without Congress passing a new law. What is less clear is how many legacy owners actually got notice before the amnesty window closed. But the legal threat was real, and the policy result stuck....
Riding Shotgun With Charlie #254 Rick Patterson CCRKBA Board Member & Liberty's Keystone It's nice to be able to film a show that isn't too far from home. Rick Patterson is only in Connecticut. He's a board member of the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms. And he owns Liberty's Keystone. We had an interesting conversation about some of the goings on on the international level of firearms. Rick has been involved with the National Shooting Sports Foundation, the CCRKBA, and even the SAAMI. Before all of that, he started off in the oil business. Hoping to be the VP of the company, he was passed over when the spot came open. A family member saw the ad for the NSSF job and he applied. Having the position filled already, he didn't get that job. But with his experience in environmental compliance, business planning, and whatnot, they had a position dealing with shooting ranges and offered that to him. Fortunately, he was a good fit and took this job. While at NSSF, Rick was involved in creating their shooting range program, the 5-star shooting program, the Where To Shoot website. He also worked with the EPA and OSHA on lead management. While the Violence Prevention Center was out trying to shut ranges down with accusations of lead poisoning, his team worked to put together the science behind metallic lead in soils and a management plan. Over the years, ranges were considered successful if they had a good number of members and raised money for their range and cause. But it's important for ranges to have plans to keep the range around for generations. The things Rick's team worked on changed how that was done and how it was developed. Some of the stories Rick shares are about how local towns wanted to stop an indoor range. So the community pushed to have the parking lot be totally covered with double bullet proof protection and entirely covered. The issue with that is it will now be cost prohibitive to have a parking lot that way, thus not being able to build the range since it didn't meet the requirements the town wanted. Of course, there are people that will bring an entire unused cartridge into the police station and say it landed on their property just like that therefore the range must be shut down. The executive director of SAAMI opened up and Rick was able to get that position. At the same time, the UN was getting involved with gun control. Under Rick's leadership, he was able to get NGO status for SAAMI and was able to have some input on topics that concerned firearms. Some of the conversation was about Germany pushing for serialization of ammunition. One German company who had a patent on serialization was pushing for that to happen. But they didn't have to figure out how it's supposed to work, they just declare that it needs to be done. And that will be someone else's problem to figure out the solution. Rick is a very knowledgeable man who has done many things with the groups and the UN. There's two sides to the UN, there's one side dealing with regulations and one that deals with politics. Eventually, the UN realized that even if firearms production ended and no one made another gun, there are going to be millions of them around for a long time. So they need to change their tactic and approach to going after something like ammunition. We talked about the small arms treaty and other things at the international level, shipping regulated materials around the world, and much more. It was a very interesting conversation. There's so much more to what is going on than people know or even realize. We've got someone like Rick on our side, who understands how these things work. And he's worked hard to keep things going for us and our firearms. Favorite quotes: "Sometimes success is just being able to stall it out before you get some draconian law passed." "A successful range is one that's here today, tomorrow, next week, next generation, serving the shooting public." "The countries that are the biggest offenders of the arms deals are not party to it." Liberty's Keystone Website https://libertyskeystone.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 supporters. US Law Shield Legal Defense for Self Defense. Use "RSWC" as the discount code and get 2 months for free! https://www.uslawshield.com Patriot Mobile Use this link and get one month for free! https://patriotmobile.com/partners/rswc Or listen on: iTunes/Apple podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/riding-shotgun-with-charlie/id1275691565
We Like Shooting - Ep 665 This episode of We Like Shooting is brought to you by: Foxtrot Mike (Code: WLSISLIFE) C&G Holsters (Code: WLSISLIFE) Midwest Industries (Code: WLSISLIFE) Blue Alpha Bowers Group (Code: WLS) Otis Technology (Code: WELIKESHOOTING15) Second Call Defense Text Dear WLS or Reviews +1 743 500 2171 Public Show Titles GOA GOALS Aug 1-2 in Iowa. https://goals.goa.org/ GunCon.net Tickets on sale now. Use code AGENCY171 GEAR CHAT (Nick) Nick's Dumb 6.5 Creedmoor Nick's Dumb 6.5 Creedmoor DERYA RELEASES THE RAN AND RAN Derya RAN and RAN-X Series Lever-Action Rifles Derya announced the official launch of its RAN and RAN-X lever-action series, featuring modernized designs with factory-integrated aftermarket upgrades including threaded barrels, M-LOK forends, and adjustable stocks. Available in .357 Magnum, .44 Magnum, and .45 Long Colt, the series will be showcased at GunCon 2026. Derya has launched the RAN full-size and RAN-X compact pistol lever-action series in .357 Magnum, .44 Magnum, and .45 Long Colt. The rifles feature a mono-block steel receiver, threaded suppressor-ready barrel, M-LOK compatible forend with Picatinny rail, fixed front and adjustable rear sights with optics rail, and rebounding hammer. The RAN offers wood or patented adjustable aluminum Ironwolf stock options while the RAN-X uses a 12″ barrel with Steelfang PSB Ironwolf grip system at 22.95″ overall length. BULLET POINTS SOLDIERSYSTEMS Roni Nano Roni Pistol-to-Carbine Conversion Kit Houston, TX – Roni Corporaton, the leading designer and manufacturer of the renown Micro-Roni, PDW-style pistol-to-carbine conversion kits and other fi … The Nano Roni is Roni's most compact pistol-to-carbine conversion kit that installs a handgun into a chassis in seconds without tools, transforming it into a pistol-braced PDW. It includes a complete system with chassis plus accessories such as magazine holders, light mounts, Picatinny rails, charging handles, optics mounts, slings, and a belt holster. Initial compatibility covers multiple Glock models with additional Glock, SIG Sauer, Taurus, and Canik models planned; available in black, OD Green, and Flat Dark Earth. THE TRUTH ABOUT GUNS Can You Shoot 5.56 Through a .22 Suppressor? – The Truth About Guns Can you shoot 5.56 through a .22 suppressor? Usually no. Here's why pressure, heat, and gas volume matter so much. The article addresses whether .556/.223 ammunition can be safely fired through a standard .22LR (rimfire) suppressor. In the general case, it is not safe or recommended. Most dedicated rimfire suppressors are engineered only for the much lower pressures, smaller gas volumes, and reduced heat produced by .22LR, .22WMR, or similar rimfire cartridges. NSSF NSSF Releases Most Recent Firearm Production Figures (ATF AFMER 2023) Over 32 million Modern Sporting Rifles in Circulation WASHINGTON, D.C. — NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, released the Firearm Production in the United States including the Firearm Import and Export Data 2025 Edition (reporting 2023 data) to its members. The report compiles the most up-to-date information based on data sourced from the Bureau of Alcohol, […] According to the NSSF article dated January 15, 2026, ATF AFMER data shows 2023 U.S. domestic firearm production at 8,466,729 units, a 15.4% decrease from 2022. Total firearms made available for the U.S. market in 2023 were 13,574,653 (handguns 8,176,535; rifles 3,899,907; shotguns 1,498,211). Cumulative civilian firearms in possession 1990–2023 reached 506.1 million, with modern sporting rifles (MSRs) in circulation estimated at over 32 million. GUN FIGHTS Play the best Price Is Right-style GunBroker game on the internet. BANGRANK A live cast ranking segment for anything and everything in the gun world, powered by questionable certainty, strong opinions, and audience voting. THE AGENCY BRIEF Agency Update 1. AGENCY BRIEF: RUBY RIDGEWhat Ruby Ridge really was: a federal pressure campaign over a minor, technical gun charge that turned into a botched siege, unconstitutional rules of engagement, and the killing of a mother and her child. The setup started in 1989. The ATF wanted an informant inside Aryan Nations circles in northern Idaho. They targeted Randy Weaver, an Army veteran living off-grid with his family. Weaver had racist beliefs and associations, but constitutional limits matter most when the person in the government's sights is unpopular. The ATF used an informant to cultivate Weaver and buy two shotguns. The agency claimed the barrels were cut a fraction of an inch below the 18-inch legal minimum. Whether Weaver cut them at the informant's request or sold them as-is is heavily disputed. What is confirmed is what happened next: the ATF did not arrest him to protect the public. They used the federal firearms charge as leverage to pressure Weaver into becoming a paid snitch. Weaver refused. Because he refused, the ATF pushed the case to prosecutors, and Weaver was indicted in late 1990. Then came the bureaucratic failure. Weaver's court-appointed attorney was sent a notice with the wrong appearance date, and Weaver missed his hearing. Instead of resolving a government paperwork error cleanly, the system escalated. The U.S. Marshals launched an 18-month surveillance operation on his remote cabin. In August 1992, an armed reconnaissance team of Marshals encountered Weaver's 14-year-old son Sammy and family friend Kevin Harris in the woods. A firefight erupted. Exactly who fired first remains disputed, but the results are not: the family dog was killed, Sammy Weaver was shot and killed while running back toward the cabin, and Deputy U.S. Marshal William Degan was killed. The FBI's Hostage Rescue Team was called in to take over. Instead of containment, the FBI adopted modified, unconstitutional rules of engagement. In plain English, agents were told they “could and should” shoot any armed adult male seen outside the cabin. FBI sniper Lon Horiuchi fired two shots. The first wounded Randy Weaver. The second shot, fired as Weaver and Harris retreated, passed through the cabin door and hit Vicki Weaver in the head while she stood in the doorway holding her 10-month-old infant. She died instantly. The legal aftermath demolished the government's narrative: A federal jury acquitted Kevin Harris of murder on self-defense grounds. Randy Weaver was acquitted of all original firearms and murder charges, convicted only of failure to appear and a bail condition violation. A 1995 Department of Justice review found the FBI's modified rules of engagement unconstitutional. The federal government paid over $3 million in civil settlements to the surviving family. Despite Senate hearings and state-level indictments, no federal agent ever served a day in prison for the killings. 2. WHY IT MATTERS Ruby Ridge is the ultimate case study in how federal agencies use technical firearms violations to manufacture leverage, and what happens when their targets refuse to bend. This operation was never about public safety. It was about coercion. When Weaver wouldn't play ball, the agency's objective shifted from investigation to punishment, kicking off a predictable escalation ladder: Use a regulatory charge as a trap. Demand intelligence cooperation, and turn refusal into a target on the citizen's back. Treat a procedural court-date mistake as a fugitive manhunt. Deploy paramilitary recon teams for a paperwork warrant. Rewrite deadly force rules on the fly to authorize a shoot-on-sight posture. Once federal agencies invest that much time, manpower, and ego, the institutional pressure to justify the operation takes over. They stop seeing citizens with rights, and start treating them as enemy combatants on American soil. 3. THE 2A ANGLE For gun owners, Ruby Ridge is the blood-soaked warning label on every “it's just a paperwork violation” argument. The underlying charge was a National Firearms Act measurement. That is the exact kind of regulatory trap Washington loves to describe as narrow, reasonable, and harmless. But in practice, technical gun laws give agencies the legal cover to ruin lives. That is the modern lesson for FFLs navigating zero-tolerance revocations, home builders facing shifting administrative definitions, and ordinary owners one bad pistol-brace ruling away from becoming a federal case file. Apply the Supreme Court's Bruen standard to the government's actions. There is zero text, history, or tradition from the founding era of a permanent federal bureaucracy measuring the barrels of defensive weapons to coerce citizens into acting as informants, and then militarizing a warrant service when the citizen refuses. The Founders would not recognize a system that turns a man into a felon over a quarter-inch of steel. Heller proved that the Second Amendment protects an individual right. But rights on paper mean nothing if the enforcement state can use a minor regulatory allegation to justify surveillance, coercion, and deadly force. The strongest takeaway from Ruby Ridge is that when the federal government wields broad, discretionary power over firearms, abuse is not a glitch. It is the natural result. When agencies can turn a fractional barrel measurement into a capital siege, the process itself becomes the punishment. Being technically compliant doesn't protect you; it just makes you useful until you aren't anymore. GOING BALLISTIC AMMOLAND SHOOTING SPORTS NEWS(Savage) NRA, FPC, SAF v. Maryland (SB 334 Glock-Style Handgun Ban) NRA, FPC, and SAF filed a federal lawsuit challenging Maryland's SB 334, arguing the state's Glock-style handgun ban violates the Second Amendment. The National Rifle Association, Firearms Policy Coalition,...
We Like Shooting - Ep 664 This episode of We Like Shooting is brought to you by: Foxtrot Mike (Code: WLSISLIFE) Midwest Industries (Code: WLSISLIFE) Blue Alpha Otis Technology (Code: WELIKESHOOTING15) Flatline Fiber Co (Code: WLS15) Bowers Group (Code: WLS) Guests: Tom Bowers – Bowers Group – https://bowersgroup.com Text Dear WLS or Reviews +1 743 500 2171 Public Show Titles GOA GOALS Aug 1-2 in Iowa. https://goals.goa.org/ GunCon.net Tickets on sale now. Use code AGENCY171 GEAR CHAT Foxtrot Mike ISU-9 Foxtrot Mike ISU-9 INSTAGRAM(Savage) Stuff and Things o”ST”-14 Groza Kit for PSA Krink 5,048 likes, 78 comments – stuffandthingsinc on May 25, 2026: "The time hath come.". The o”ST”-14 Groza Kit from Stuff and Things is a simplified engineering copy of the Russian OTs-14 Groza bullpup conversion, designed as a bolt-on kit for PSA Krinkov/AK-74U pattern firearms in .300 Blackout or 5.56. The reel from stuffandthingsinc announces that Grozas are shipping this week and displays kit components including the carry handle with installed rear sight, grip module with installed trigger, and linkage. It is an all-metal kit with black phosphate finish that requires no permanent modification to the host firearm (though some fitting may be needed due to AK tolerances). PROOF RESEARCH(Nick) Pxt A New Era of Rifle Barrel Technology The PXT story began around 2018, as the U.S. military pushed to extract greater performance from existing weapons platforms. That effort led PROOF into medium-caliber cannon barrel development and forced a complete reassessment of rifling profiles, twist rates, pressure, projectile behavior, and barrel… BULLET POINTS PEW REPORT Glacier National Park Grizzly Bear Attack on Anthony Pollio On or about May 3, 2026, 33-year-old Anthony Pollio was killed by a bear on the Mount Brown trail in Glacier National Park. A can of bear spray was found near the site. The article contrasts this with the 2014 Mount Brown Trail incident where Brian Murphy successfully stopped a charging grizzly using bear spray followed by one shot from a .357 Magnum revolver at 7-10 feet, after which the bear went down and stopped moving. The .357 Magnum round did not kill the bear but incapacitated it temporarily. No recorded deaths in North America when a handgun was fired in defense against a bear. PEW REPORT Arsenal Inc. Open Letter to NSSF on Virginia Assault Weapons Ban Arsenal Inc., a Nevada-based firearms manufacturer and importer (associated with K-VAR.com), published an open letter dated May 22, 2026, responding to Virginia's newly signed assault weapons and high-capacity magazine ban effective July 1, 2026. The letter frames the law as an unconstitutional restriction that creates legal uncertainty, compliance burdens, and business paralysis for citizens, manufacturers, distributors, retailers, ranges, and trainers nationwide, citing precedents in California and Washington. Arsenal Inc. announces immediate heavy discounts and prioritized shipping for Virginia customers through June 19, 2026, while calling on the NSSF and the broader firearms industry to provide coordinated legal, grassroots, and public support, treating the issue as national rather than state-specific. PEW REPORT AI Could Render the Federal Ban on Creating a Gun Registry Obsolete Article discusses a University of Wyoming Firearms Research Center working paper arguing that AI systems could create ‘registry-equivalent knowledge' by extracting, linking, and inferring firearm ownership data from ATF's existing 921 million digitized records (including Form 4473s, out-of-business dealer records, and NICS metadata containing names, addresses, and serial numbers). This would bypass the intent of 18 U.S.C. § 926(a) prohibiting any system of registration of firearms, owners, or transactions, especially as federal AI policy integrates more data. No specific firearms, accessories, or field gear are mentioned. GUN FIGHTS Play the best Price Is Right-style GunBroker game on the internet. WLS IS LIFESTYLE Pistol Grip Angle: Ergonomics and Natural Point of Aim Considerations does grip angle matter on pistols. GOING BALLISTIC BEARINGARMS.COM(Savage) Washington State Gun Control Laws Fail to Curb Crime on Seattle's Aurora Avenue Seattle residents struggle with rising crime despite Washington state's gun control laws. Washington state has enacted multiple gun control measures including waiting periods, red flag laws, universal background checks, high-capacity magazine bans, and assault weapon bans. Despite these, residents near Aurora Avenue in Seattle report uncontrolled drug dealing, prostitution, and shootings, with minimal response from city officials. Neighbors have erected reinforced barriers and posted “No Gunfire” signs while the mayor's office announced increased patrols by the Gun Violence Reduction Unit and community-led efforts; the article argues the focus on lawful gun ownership over criminal enforcement, combined with local taxes driving out FFLs, has left residents scrambling for protection and exercising Second Amendment rights. BREITBART(Savage) Indiana Police Chief Earl D. Mayo Faces Felony Charges for Allegedly Selling Guns from Evidence Room The police chief of New Chicago, Indiana, Earl D. Mayo, is facing felony charges over accusations that he sold guns from police investigations to a pawn shop. Earl D. Mayo, 45, Chief of the New Chicago, Indiana Police Department, was arrested in Clark County, Ohio and charged with seven felonies (two counts of theft, two counts of official misconduct, one count of attempted obstruction of justice, and two counts of unlawful possession of anabolic steroids) plus one misdemeanor theft count. He is accused of selling guns seized during police investigations to a pawn shop. A 47-year-old woman, Taneka Roshawn Borders, faces related charges of attempted obstruction of justice and possession of anabolic steroids for allegedly attempting to repurchase one of the guns on his behalf with $600. BEARINGARMS.COM(Savage) Virginia Governor Spanberger and AG Jay Jones Respond to Prosecutors Refusing to Enforce Assault Firearm and Large-Capacity Magazine Ban Virginia officials respond as prosecutors refuse to enforce new gun and magazine ban laws. Multiple Commonwealth's Attorneys and sheriffs across Virginia have publicly stated they will not enforce new laws banning the sale, manufacture, transfer of assault firearms and magazines over 15 rounds, plus a public carry prohibition on assault firearms, citing unconstitutionality. The measures take effect July 1. AG Jay Jones and a spokesperson for Governor Spanberger issued statements urging enforcement, emphasizing the laws were passed by the General Assembly to reduce gun violence. BEARINGARMS.COM(Savage) The Left Seems to Be Waking Up to Racist Gun Control Laws – Bearing Arms (Tom Knighton, May 26, 2026) Exploring racial bias in gun control laws and the ongoing fight for equal Second Amendment rights. This Bearing Arms opinion column discusses a Slate article by Aymann Ismail detailing his multi-year struggle to obtain a Firearm Purchaser Identification in New Jersey due to discretionary permitting practices by the Newark Police Department. The piece highlights historical racist motivations behind many early U.S. gun control measures (targeting non-whites and Catholics) and draws a through-line to modern subjective permitting systems that produce racial disparities in approval rates. It references the 1868 Camilla Massacre in Georgia as the origin of a now-invalidated ‘public gathering' carry prohibition and argues that the Supreme Court's Bruen decision properly eliminated such discretionary laws prone to abuse. GUNS.COM(Savage) Firearm Freedom Act (H.R. by Rep. Jimmy Patronis, R-FL) to Repeal Hughes Amendment The Firearm Freedom Act would eliminate the legacy Hughes Amendment that bars the purchase, ownership, and transfer of newly manufactured machine guns made after 1986. The Firearm Freedom Act, introduced by Republican Rep. Jimmy Patronis of Florida in May 2026, seeks to repeal the Hughes Amendment to the Firearm Owners' Protection Act of 1986. The Hughes Amendment prohibits the purchase, ownership, and transfer of newly manufactured machine guns made after 1986. The bill is endorsed by Gun Owners of America; no cosponsors, passage status, or court cases are mentioned in the source article. PEW REPORT GOA and GOF File Lawsuit Challenging Virginia SB749 Assault Weapons Ban and SB727 Public Carry Ban Gun Owners of America (GOA), Gun Owners Foundation (GOF), Virginia Citizens Defense League (VCDL), and 2A journalist John Crump filed suit against Virginia SB749 and SB727. The bills criminalize purchase and transfer of commonly-owned firearms and standard-capacity magazines while restricting public carry/self-defense; both take effect July 1. The complaint seeks declaratory judgment and injunction, arguing the measures violate the Second Amendment and Article I, Section 13 of the Virginia Constitution. PEW REPORT Nebraska Woman Injured by Shotgun Accidentally Discharged by Dog in Vehicle, Scottsbluff On Saturday in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, a woman standing at a traffic light near a convenience store was struck in the arm by a shotgun pellet after a dog in the back seat of a nearby truck triggered the discharge of a loaded shotgun. The injury was non-life-threatening; she was hospitalized. Police determined the vehicle had a damaged door from the blast and noted that Nebraska law prohibits transporting a loaded shotgun. PEW REPORT Maryland SB 334 (2026) – Criminal Law – Firearm Crimes – Machine Gun Convertible Pistols (Glock Ban) Governor Wes Moore signed SB 334 into law....
This week, we're looking at what makes up the bulk of the ATF's new gun rule package: industry regulations. To discuss how the rulemaking will impact gun makers, importers, and retailers, we have Larry Keane of the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) on the show. NSSF is the gun industry's trade group, which represents most of the major gun brands in America. Keane said the ATF's proposed changes are the most significant he's seen, and he outlined some of the rules he believes will have the greatest impact. He said that while the ATF consulted NSSF on some of the rules, the group was still reviewing the full text of the dozens of proposals. He argued it will help streamline recordkeeping and sales processing for the gun industry, as well as minimize potential paperwork violations. Keane said the change to the definition of what constitutes a willful violation will help prevent the sort of zero-tolerance policy the Biden Administration imposed. Keane also said the rollback of the pistol brace rule is promising but leaves some questions open. He said the industry doesn't think the gender ID change will prevent anyone from buying guns, but wants further clarity. Still, he said NSSF is very happy with the overall package.Special Guest: Larry Keane.
Send us Fan MailBen McAnally cohosts as we are joined by 10x Texas State Champion, Cory Kruse and owner of the host club, Defender Clays Sports Ranch, Travis Mears! In this episode we cover a lot of interesting stats, facts, and a whole lot of laughs! Plus, Cory gives us some insight to his newly formed Sporting Collective as well as what this title means to him, shooting with the wife on hand, and how Travis' daughter wants Dad take it from Cory! Travis touches on some key points about the shoot, and what it means to host the largest state championship in the USA! We cover a lot of ground in this podcast!Dead Pair Swag- https://x062jy-1z.myshopify.com.Kolar Arms – https://www.kolararms.com Fiocchi USA – https://fiocchiusa.comGun & Trophy Insurance – https://gunandtrophy.com/ Atlas Traps – https://www.atlastraps.comRhino Chokes – https://rhinochokes.comRanger Shooting Eyewear – https://www.reranger.com Ranger 10% Discount = DEADPAIR10Taconic Distillery – https://www.spirits.taconicdistillery.com/ Discount -DEADPAIR10Long Range – https://www.longrangellc.comMidwayUSA Foundation - https://www.midwayusafoundation.orgSlick Products – https://www.slickproductsusa.com/deadpair ElJefe Energy – https://www.eljefe.com OtoPro Technologies - https://otoprotechnologies.comBarepelt - https://barepelt.comScore Chaser – https://scorechaser.com/JTECH - https://jtech.digitalNSSF Plus One – https://www.nssf.org/plusone/ Clay Range Design Works – https://traptowers.coSupport the showThe Dead Pair Podcast - https://thedeadpair.com FACEBOOK- https://www.facebook.com/Thedeadpair. INSTAGRAM- https://www.instagram.com/thedeadpairpodcast/YOUTUBE- https://youtube.com/channel/UCO1ePh4I-2D0EABDbKxEgoQ
NSSF's Mark Oliva joins Cam to discuss the surge in gun sales in Virginia ahead of a ban on so-called assault firearms, as well as increased sales in other states where gun control is on the move.
Send us Fan MailRyan Harper and Joe Pinchin as juniors, were on the Young Guns team from Florida, where they shared much success. Both are outstanding young men that are respectful, helpful, and courteous. However, when they are together, it is full on comedy hour! Although they both held back a little bit in this episode, they were both fun to have on the show and to find out where they are at in their lives. Joe and Ryan were both guest of the show a few years back and a lot has changed for them, so it was great to catch up, and have a few laughs!Kolar Arms – https://www.kolararms.com Fiocchi USA – https://fiocchiusa.comGun & Trophy Insurance – https://gunandtrophy.com/ Atlas Traps – https://www.atlastraps.comRhino Chokes – https://rhinochokes.comRanger Shooting Eyewear – https://www.reranger.com Ranger 10% Discount = DEADPAIR10Taconic Distillery – https://www.spirits.taconicdistillery.com/ Discount -DEADPAIR10Long Range – https://www.longrangellc.comMidwayUSA Foundation - https://www.midwayusafoundation.orgSlick Products – https://www.slickproductsusa.com/deadpair ElJefe Energy – https://www.eljefe.com OtoPro Technologies - https://otoprotechnologies.comBarepelt - https://barepelt.comScore Chaser – https://scorechaser.com/JTECH - https://jtech.digitalNSSF Plus One – https://www.nssf.org/plusone/ Clay Range Design Works – https://traptowers.coSupport the showThe Dead Pair Podcast - https://thedeadpair.com FACEBOOK- https://www.facebook.com/Thedeadpair. INSTAGRAM- https://www.instagram.com/thedeadpairpodcast/YOUTUBE- https://youtube.com/channel/UCO1ePh4I-2D0EABDbKxEgoQ
Send us Fan Mail Mention the name Dick Vance around the northern states, and you are immediately greeted with the word LEGEND! Since starting his sporting clays journey in 1984, Dick has racked up numerous accolades including All American, National Pump and Senior Vet Champ, along with countless wins. To list all his accomplishments here would take several paragraphs. None the less, Dick is a legend and it was an honor and a privilege to have him on the show!Kolar Arms – https://www.kolararms.com Fiocchi USA – https://fiocchiusa.comGun & Trophy Insurance – https://gunandtrophy.com/ Atlas Traps – https://www.atlastraps.comRhino Chokes – https://rhinochokes.comRanger Shooting Eyewear – https://www.reranger.com Ranger 10% Discount = DEADPAIR10Taconic Distillery – https://www.spirits.taconicdistillery.com/ Discount -DEADPAIR10Long Range – https://www.longrangellc.comMidwayUSA Foundation - https://www.midwayusafoundation.orgSlick Products – https://www.slickproductsusa.com/deadpair ElJefe Energy – https://www.eljefe.com OtoPro Technologies - https://otoprotechnologies.comBarepelt - https://barepelt.comScore Chaser – https://scorechaser.com/JTECH - https://jtech.digitalNSSF Plus One – https://www.nssf.org/plusone/ Clay Range Design Works – https://traptowers.coSupport the showThe Dead Pair Podcast - https://thedeadpair.com FACEBOOK- https://www.facebook.com/Thedeadpair. INSTAGRAM- https://www.instagram.com/thedeadpairpodcast/YOUTUBE- https://youtube.com/channel/UCO1ePh4I-2D0EABDbKxEgoQ
Send us Fan MailFirst Half: A look at the brave principal that thwarted a wanna-be active shooter with a fine football tackle.Thomas Massie's Carry Reciprocity bill and why Royce says it's a hollow gesture.Second Half: Multiple states have enacted laws that "grant" them the right to sue the gun industry, and the NSSF is suing Letitia James/New York for the damage being caused to the industry. Multiple states (23 of them) and pro-rights groups have filed amicus briefs with references to 1770's Colonial times under British rule.Support the showGiveSendGo | Unconstitutional 2A Prosecution of Tate Adamiak Askari Media GroupBuy Paul Eberle's book "Look at the Dirt"Paul Eberle (lookatthedirt.com)The Deadly Path: How Operation Fast & Furious and Bad Lawyers Armed Mexican Cartels: Forcelli, Peter J., MacGregor, Keelin, Murphy, Stephen: 9798888456491: Amazon.com: Books
On-Location Interview with Bill Romanelli of Project ChildSafe from the 2026 SHOT Show in Las Vegas. Bill Romanelli is an outdoor writer and avid hunter, angler and ab diver. He is also a spokesperson on behalf of the NSSF National Shooting Sports Foundation's Project ChildSafe Program, where he works with firearm manufacturers, law enforcement, conservation groups and gun owners to emphasize the sporting community's commitment to safety and responsibility, and to promote storing firearms securely when not in use. In his work with the National Shooting Sports Foundation, and in particular, NSSF's Project ChildSafe program, he helps show how the hunting and shooting sports community, together with firearms industry, is leading the way on genuine gun safety across the US. SHOT Show (Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade Show) is an annual event held in Las Vegas, primarily for professionals in the firearms, ammunition, and outdoor industries. The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) hosts this event, which is one of the largest trade shows of its kind, where manufacturers, dealers, and enthusiasts gather to showcase new products, network, and discuss industry trends. The show features everything from firearms and accessories to outdoor gear and survival tools, drawing thousands of attendees from around the world. Originally Aired 4.16.26
In Episode 459 of District of Conservation, Gabriella interviews NSSF's Mark Oliva and Safari Club International's Bee Frederick about several lead ammunition prohibition bills moving through the Maryland legislature. Tune in to learn more and how these bans could impact your state. SHOW NOTESNational Shooting Sports FoundationSafari Club International MD SB181: Hunting - Restrictions of Venison Donation11% Excise Tax | Comprehensive Community Safety ActFor the 3rd Year in a Row, the Old-Line State Sees an Attempt to Ban Lead Hunting Ammunition
Show Notes & Links (by story) Fact-check: “engineered ticks” + meat allergy claim AP Fact Check PolitiFact fact check Idaho Fish & Game Commissioner Brody Harshbarger poaching charges Local News 8 / KIVI-TV report MeatEater coverage Colorado wolves: CPW budget request for $450,000 while translocation paused Colorado Politics report Denver Gazette version California public lands drilling proposals (~1M+ acres / mineral estate) Outside Online overview SFGATE reporting California AG Rob Bonta press release Center for Biological Diversity press release (comment volume/position) Colorado bison law: hunting illegal unless authorized by CPW Commission Colorado General Assembly bill summary (SB25-053) KKCO/CPW roster reporting Federal Register: information collection / experimental populations (10(j)) + public comment Federal Register notice Public inspection page with comment due date + dockets NPS expands qualified volunteer opportunities for invasive species management (nutria/hogs) NPS news release (Jean Lafitte + Cumberland Island) Outdoor Life context on “managed removal,” not open hunting California: ~30 deer alleged in multi-year poaching investigation; four arrests GV Wire report citing CDFW CSLEA write-up summarizing CDFW announcement MeatEater summary Wyoming: Cody urban deer poaching case reporting Cowboy State Daily Additional excerpted coverage Lead ammo/tackle access bill (House vote) Rep. Crank press release NSSF response Hunting Stories Links Want to be a guest? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Yup. VP JD Vanc4 talks UFO’s, UAP’s and extraterrestrial life, NSSF seeking Cert at SCOTUS on PLCAA and more. Yup You read that correctly! Really!
We Like Shooting - Ep 656 This episode of We Like Shooting is brought to you by: Gideon Optics (Code: WLSISLIFE) Night Fision (Code: WLSISLIFE) Die Free Co. (Code: WLSISLIFE) Rost Martin (Code: WLSISLIFE) Flatline Fiber Co (Code: WLS15) Second Call Defense Guests: David Warner – www.nextlevelarms.com www.nextlevelmfg.com Next Level Arms (@nextlevelarms) Text Dear WLS or Reviews +1 743 500 2171 Public Show Titles GunCon.net Tickets on sale now. Use code AGENCY171 GEAR CHAT [NickLynch] MP5 Speed Loader – Remix This is a remix of Jackmnb's speed loader designed for MP5, with the cartridge slot moved to allow dropping cartridges bullet-first from the back side. A chamfer has been added to facilitate faster and easier filling of the loader. Angles have been modified to enable printing without supports. Note MP5 Mag loader [Benelli] Lupo The Benelli Lupo is a bolt-action rifle highlighted in the ‘Art of Performance' video series for its proprietary barrel engineering. It features a three-step manufacturing process including vacuum heat treatment, electrochemical rifling, and cryogenic Crio treatment to achieve superior accuracy and consistency. The rifle's rigid chassis and harmonized action ensure minimal flex, precise alignment, and out-of-box performance. [Infinite Zero Targets] Rifle Zeroing Targets Infinite Zero Targets provides free printable rifle zeroing targets designed for precise firearm sighting. The page promotes these paper targets alongside the Ballistics Report app for ballistic calculations. No hardware technical gear such as optics or mechanical devices is detailed. Note (Nick) Sig P229 BULLET POINTS GUN FIGHTS No one stepped into the arena this week. GOING BALLISTIC Colorado HB 26-1144: Democrats Amend 3D-Printed Firearms Bill to Avoid Veto Colorado House Bill 1144 (HB 26-1144) targets the use of 3D printers to manufacture guns or gun parts, making it a crime in the state. Democrats revised the bill by removing a provision banning the distribution of digital printing instructions to secure passage and avoid a veto from Gov. Jared Polis. The amended version classifies first offenses as Class I misdemeanors and subsequent offenses as Class 5 felonies. Heeter v. James: Challenge to New York's Body Armor Ban Under the Second Amendment Heeter v. James is a federal lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York challenging New York's body armor ban under the Concealed Carry Improvement Act as a Second Amendment violation. Plaintiffs argue body armor qualifies as an ‘arm' for self-defense, supported by historical precedents like Heller and Bruen, common civilian use, and lack of historical bans. The ban prohibits purchase, acquisition, or sale of protective body coverings by non-eligible civilians, with enforcement by state police. National Shooting Sports Foundation, Inc. v. Letitia James: SAF Amicus Brief Urging Supreme Court to Protect Firearms Industry under PLCAA The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF), along with NRA and Independence Institute, filed an amicus brief on March 30, 2026, in National Shooting Sports Foundation, Inc. v. Letitia James, challenging New York's law that circumvents the federal Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA). SAF argues that New York's statute enables abusive public nuisance lawsuits against firearms manufacturers and dealers, undermining PLCAA's protections against meritless litigation campaigns aimed at bankrupting the industry. The brief urges the Supreme Court to grant certiorari and reaffirm PLCAA's safeguards for lawful commerce and Second Amendment rights. Colorado House Bill 1144: 3D Gun Printing Ban Drops Digital Instructions Provision to Avoid Veto (Savage) Colorado's House Bill 1144 originally aimed to ban the manufacture of 3D printed guns and components like high-capacity magazines and receivers, as well as the sale or distribution of digital instructions for printing them. Lawmakers removed the provision on digital instructions after Gov. Jared Polis indicated he would veto the bill otherwise. The amended bill passed a preliminary Senate vote and is expected to be signed into law. Warren-Meeks Letter Demands Data on U.S. Semi-Automatic Firearm Export Licenses (Savage) U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren and Rep. Greg Meeks (D-NY) sent a letter to the Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security requesting detailed data on semi-automatic firearm export licenses approved since January 2025. They cite ATF data linking U.S. exports to 20% of crime gun traces in Central America and 37% worldwide outside North America, demanding info on licenses, recipients, and monitoring by April 13, 2026. This follows Biden administration pauses on certain exports and Warren's recent legislation targeting ammunition sales and military-grade weapons. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson: Pro-Gun Control Policies with $30 Million Taxpayer-Funded Armed Security (Savage) Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson supports Illinois' restrictive gun control measures, including a ban on assault-style weapons upheld by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit in 2023, while employing an armed security detail of up to 150 Chicago Police Department officers. This security costs taxpayers approximately $30 million annually. The arrangement highlights a perceived double standard where officials enjoy armed protection amid public firearm restrictions. Rep. Fry Files Amicus Brief in NSSF v. James Seeking SCOTUS Review to Defend Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA) (Savage) Rep. Russell Fry (R-SC), leading 54 House colleagues, and Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) with Senate colleagues, filed an amicus brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review the Second Circuit's decision in NSSF v. James. The brief defends the PLCAA, a 2005 federal law preempting state liability suits against gun manufacturers for criminal misuse of firearms, against New York's public nuisance law. It argues the Second Circuit ruling undermines congressional intent and enables similar state circumventions. Armed Citizen Fights Off Attackers at Arundel Mills Mall, Hanover, Maryland (Savage) On March 28, 2026, an armed citizen at Arundel Mills Mall in Hanover, Maryland, drew a firearm during an assault by three attackers outside Burlington Coat Factory, discharging it and wounding one in the wrist. The attackers fled, leading to a police chase and crash on I-97, resulting in three arrests. The incident highlights civilian self-defense in a Maryland jurisdiction.0 Michigan Lawyer Barton Morris Helps Non-Violent Felons Restore Gun Rights via Federal DOJ Program (Savage) A Michigan lawyer, Barton Morris, assists non-violent felons who have completed their sentences in petitioning for firearm rights restoration through a proposed U.S. Department of Justice program. Michigan state law currently prohibits these individuals, such as those convicted of drug offenses, drunk driving, or theft, from owning guns post-sentence. An example is Clarence Overstreet, who filed a petition after a past cocaine possession conviction to protect his family and hunt. Calce v. City of New York Calce v. City of New York challenges New York City's ban on civilian possession of stun guns and tasers in the Second Circuit Court of Appeals (docket 25-861). The district court granted summary judgment to the city in March 2025, ruling plaintiffs failed to prove common use for Second Amendment protection. Oral arguments occurred, focusing on whether ‘common use' is a plaintiff burden under Bruen or shifts to the government. Ohio SB 392: Freedom to Carry Act Ohio Senate Bill 392, introduced on March 23, 2026, seeks to reform state weapons carry laws by expanding concealed carry beyond handguns to other deadly weapons, renaming licenses to concealed weapons licenses, and lowering the licensing age from 21 to 18. It permits licensed carry of concealed deadly weapons excluding ‘exclusive deadly weapons' defined as dangerous ordnance or federally/state-prohibited items, and allows loaded firearm possession in vehicles. The bill remains in the introduced stage amid Ohio's Republican legislative supermajorities. REVIEWS Review: The 5th cast member from Oregon From The 5th cast member If I visited each of the cast members. Sean First I would ask to see vault and when he took me to the gun vault I'd say no I mean the vault of money but you don't tell the other cast members about. Then we would take some time digging through all of the boxes of gear that he has been given by sponsors of the show over the years that he's never even opened or look at. Poring me a drink of something suspicious but claim it is some sort of Old world drink to see you. Sure few drinks probably want to show me a smooth child by balls which of course would scar me for life but they're really weird part would be with his pants down asking me if I want to play some hockey. Savige He would show me all of his communist compliant guns. Which wouldn't really actually be very many. Explain to me all of the conspiracy theories around the government in the state and federal. To ask if I wanted to join him secret group that was planning the next January 6th type event only he would call it January 7th as if that was enough secret seat to avoid being obvious. I received there believing I was just been trapped by an FBI informed. Aaron Quickly after meeting Erin he would want to show me the book he's been working on “the art of working” I'm genuinely act interested not to crushes dreams of becoming some sort of Tom Clancy. Then he would give me a 2 hour tutorial on how to use indeed. Followed by a house to get fired but still get the maximum unemployment benefits. Jarami I probably meet him at his gun store first. Shoot his “Part 2 because you wouldn't let me text the whole story. Nick
Send us Fan Mail Trap Talk from the Back Fence with Zach Nannini and Richard Marshall Jr host this episode in conjunction with the Dead Pair Podcast, With guests Kelly Reisdorf, the CEO of USA Shooting and Cole Cushman of Gun & Trophy insurance! This was a fun episode that brought tons of information to light about the Olympics Team USA Shooting! Kelly has a lot of interesting information about the team, what the qualification process looks like, how we can help, and so much more! A very special thank you to Cole Cushman of Gun & Trophy insurance for putting this episode together and the unbelievable support that he provides to both podcasts, and the USA Shooting team!Dead Pair Swag- https://x062jy-1z.myshopify.com.Kolar Arms – https://www.kolararms.com Fiocchi USA – https://fiocchiusa.comGun & Trophy Insurance – https://gunandtrophy.com/ Atlas Traps – https://www.atlastraps.comRhino Chokes – https://rhinochokes.comRanger Shooting Eyewear – https://www.reranger.com Ranger 10% Discount = DEADPAIR10Taconic Distillery – https://www.spirits.taconicdistillery.com/ Discount -DEADPAIR10Long Range – https://www.longrangellc.comMidwayUSA Foundation - https://www.midwayusafoundation.orgSlick Products – https://www.slickproductsusa.com/deadpair ElJefe Energy – https://www.eljefe.com OtoPro Technologies - https://otoprotechnologies.comBarepelt - https://barepelt.comScore Chaser – https://scorechaser.com/NSSF Plus One – https://www.nssf.org/plusone/ Clay Range Design Works – https://traptowers.coSupport the showThe Dead Pair Podcast - https://thedeadpair.com FACEBOOK- https://www.facebook.com/Thedeadpair. INSTAGRAM- https://www.instagram.com/thedeadpairpodcast/YOUTUBE- https://youtube.com/channel/UCO1ePh4I-2D0EABDbKxEgoQ
On-Location Interview with Thomas King Jr. of Florida Firearms Academy, from the 2026 SHOT Show in Las Vegas. Thomas King Jr. was born and raised in Clearwater, Florida, and is deeply committed to serving his community. He works with more than 40 charities and is actively involved in numerous civic and public-safety organizations. Thomas is the CEO and Owner of Florida Firearms Academy, Kids Safety Academy LLC, and 2A Monsta LLC, where he focuses on education, training, and responsible firearm ownership. He serves on the Boards of Directors for the FBI Tampa Citizens Academy Alumni Association, Kiwanis, the United Black Police Association, the VFW, and the Will's Way Foundation. He is President of The SCA and The Army of the Red Pandas, a member of the Fraternal Order of Police, and is affiliated with BACC, USCCA, and the NRA. Thomas is an official partner with USCCA and NSSF, a retired Chairman of the Board for the Upper Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce, and a government-licensed FFL and SOT holder. SHOT Show (Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade Show) is an annual event held in Las Vegas, primarily for professionals in the firearms, ammunition, and outdoor industries. The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) hosts this event, which is one of the largest trade shows of its kind, where manufacturers, dealers, and enthusiasts gather to showcase new products, network, and discuss industry trends. The show features everything from firearms and accessories to outdoor gear and survival tools, drawing thousands of attendees from around the world. Originally Aired 3.26.26
Send us Fan MailBack in 2022, we had Sarah Hall, Project and events manager of The MidwayUSA Foundation, on to discuss who they are, and the amazing support they give to the youth shooting sports. If you have not heard that episode, we highly encourage you to listen to it, before listening to this episode. The numbers were mind blowing in 2022, and now they are even more staggering! Jake Spengler of Rocky Creek Sporting clays, co-hosts this episode, as Pete Eisentrager, the Executive Director, joins us to discuss where they are now, in terms of support with the youth shooting sports. We then dive into a vast array of topics surrounding the organization. How do they help? How can you help? What are some of the misconceptions about the Foundation? What is their vision? You are going to want to hear this!Dead Pair Swag- https://x062jy-1z.myshopify.com.Kolar Arms – https://www.kolararms.com Fiocchi USA – https://fiocchiusa.comGun & Trophy Insurance – https://gunandtrophy.com/ Atlas Traps – https://www.atlastraps.comRhino Chokes – https://rhinochokes.comRanger Shooting Eyewear – https://www.reranger.com Ranger 10% Discount = DEADPAIR10Taconic Distillery – https://www.spirits.taconicdistillery.com/ Discount -DEADPAIR10Long Range – https://www.longrangellc.comMidwayUSA Foundation - https://www.midwayusafoundation.orgSlick Products – https://www.slickproductsusa.com/deadpair ElJefe Energy – https://www.eljefe.com OtoPro Technologies - https://otoprotechnologies.comBarepelt - https://barepelt.comScore Chaser – https://scorechaser.com/NSSF Plus One – https://www.nssf.org/plusone/ Clay Range Design Works – https://traptowers.coSupport the showThe Dead Pair Podcast - https://thedeadpair.com FACEBOOK- https://www.facebook.com/Thedeadpair. INSTAGRAM- https://www.instagram.com/thedeadpairpodcast/YOUTUBE- https://youtube.com/channel/UCO1ePh4I-2D0EABDbKxEgoQ
Send a text It seems nowadays that there a lot of coaches coming out with their own app. But what about an app that anyone, including coaches, can use with their students? What if someone just wanted to do their own journaling, record keeping, and track their own progress, regardless of coach? Meet Matthew Burlingame, who has created the Breakin' Clays App! Matthew is somewhat new to the game, but saw a definitive need for the app, not only for sporting clays, but trap, skeet, and the various disciplines within sporting clays, like 5 stand, FITASC, etc.. Chad Roberts co-hosts this episode as we dive into what the app does, what the future plans for the app are, how much it cost, and so much more! Breakin' Clays App - https://breakinclays.com/Dead Pair Swag- https://x062jy-1z.myshopify.com.Kolar Arms – https://www.kolararms.com Fiocchi USA – https://fiocchiusa.comGun & Trophy Insurance – https://gunandtrophy.com/ Atlas Traps – https://www.atlastraps.comRhino Chokes – https://rhinochokes.comRanger Shooting Eyewear – https://www.reranger.com Ranger 10% Discount = DEADPAIR10Taconic Distillery – https://www.spirits.taconicdistillery.com/ Discount -DEADPAIR10Long Range – https://www.longrangellc.comMidwayUSA Foundation - https://www.midwayusafoundation.orgSlick Products – https://www.slickproductsusa.com/deadpair ElJefe Energy – https://www.eljefe.com OtoPro Technologies - https://otoprotechnologies.comBarepelt - https://barepelt.comScore Chaser – https://scorechaser.com/NSSF Plus One – https://www.nssf.org/plusone/ Clay Range Design Works – https://traptowers.coSupport the showThe Dead Pair Podcast - https://thedeadpair.com FACEBOOK- https://www.facebook.com/Thedeadpair. INSTAGRAM- https://www.instagram.com/thedeadpairpodcast/YOUTUBE- https://youtube.com/channel/UCO1ePh4I-2D0EABDbKxEgoQ
Contributing writer Jake Fogleman and I discuss a new ruling from the DC Court of Appeals determining that the District's ten round magazine limit violates the Second Amendment, at least as applied to a particular criminal defendant. We also cover new NSSF background check data showing a surge in gun sales in Virginia while the state weighs strict new gun control bills, plus we recap the week's Supreme Court oral arguments in US v. Hemani. Links: https://thereload.com/dcs-highest-court-strikes-down-ammo-magazine-ban/ https://thereload.com/virginia-gun-sales-surge-as-democrats-move-dozens-of-new-restrictions/ https://thereload.com/supreme-court-skeptical-of-marijuana-user-gun-ban-in-oral-arguments/ https://thereload.com/analysis-the-path-for-the-government-to-win-scotus-weed-and-guns-case-member-exclusive/ https://thereload.com/analysis-have-gun-rights-advocates-found-a-way-around-the-machinegun-sales-ban-member-exclusive/ https://wvmetronews.com/2026/03/03/machine-gun-legislation-gets-jammed-up-in-west-virginia-senate/ https://www.texastribune.org/2026/03/05/tony-gonzales-drops-out-republican-primary-texas-23rd-district-congress/
National Shooting Sports Foundation's Larry Keane joins Cam to preview next week's SHOT Show, and explains why the organization is calling for an increase in funding to improve ATF's archaic IT network.
National Shooting Sports Foundation's Larry Keane joins Cam to preview next week's SHOT Show, and explains why the organization is calling for an increase in funding to improve ATF's archaic IT network.
We Like Shooting Episode 645 This episode of We Like Shooting is brought to you by: C&G Holsters , Midwest Industries, Die Free Co., Night Fision, Blue Alpha, Second Call Defense, and Swampfox Optics Welcome to the We Like Shooting Show, episode 645! Our cast tonight is Jeremy Pozderac, Aaron Krieger, Nick Lynch, and me Shawn Herrin, welcome to the show! Text Dear WLS or Reviews +1 743 500 2171 -Pew Report Pew Locker Gear Chat Nick - Dual Layer Handguard Dual layer handguard Shawn - Plumb Precision Introduces New Reticle for Optics Plumb Precision Products has launched the Second Focal Plane Plumb Reticle designed for versatility in target acquisition and engagement, particularly in competitive shooting contexts. This new reticle is expected to impact the gun community by enhancing the speed and accuracy of precision shooting, particularly for designated marksman rifles and multi-gun competitions. Jeremy - https://ambientarms.com/ Franklin Armory Prevail Series Title: Franklin Armory Introduces World's First Total Round Control Bolt Action in New Prevail Line Link: Soldier Systems Summary: Availability: To be officially unveiled at SHOT Show 2026 (Jan 20-23); orders accepted at the show. Cost: Pricing to be announced at SHOT Show. Different/Special: Features the new "Total Round Control" (TRC) action, a patent-pending system that mechanically controls the cartridge through the entire cycle (feeding, chambering, firing, extraction, and ejection). It combines the benefits of both push-feed and controlled-round-feed designs into a single precision platform. Rolling Out & Everytown Title: Rolling Out Pushes Anti-Gun Propaganda and Everytown Research Link: AmmoLand Summary: Availability: News/Opinion article (N/A for product purchase). Cost: N/A. Different/Special: This story highlights a conflict between the NSSF (National Shooting Sports Foundation) and "The Trace" (Everytown's media arm). The article criticizes "Rolling Out" for publishing narratives that frame suicide prevention partnerships as "gun lobby PR," arguing that such political angles undermine genuine efforts to save lives. Bullet Points Shawn - Evaluating the Benefits of Modular Suppressors The article discusses the trend of modular suppressors in the firearms community, highlighting their ability to adapt and optimize sound suppression for multiple firearms through interchangeable parts. While they offer benefits such as versatility and efficiency, some users express concerns about complexity and performance trade-offs. The increasing popularity of modular suppressors since 2019 reflects a broader acceptance within the gun community, particularly for those looking to maximize their suppressor use across different weapons while navigating regulatory considerations. Gun Fights Step right up for "Gun Fights," the high-octane segment hosted by Nick Lynch, where our cast members go head-to-head in a game show-style showdown! Each contestant tries to prove their gun knowledge dominance. It's a wild ride of bids, bluffs, and banter—who will come out on top? Tune in to find out! WLS is Lifestyle Form 1 Generator Fun Form 1 generator Aaron's Alley NSSF Industry Alert: ATF e-Forms Processing Surge Title: Industry Alert: ATF e-Forms Processing Surge and System Outages Link: NSSF Summary: Availability: The ATF e-Forms system is currently experiencing "intermittent IT system glitches and delays" nationwide due to an unprecedented volume of submissions. Cost: The alert is a call to action for industry members to contact their representatives and advocate for additional funding for the ATF. The NSSF argues that the current disruptions are a result of "outdated and under-resourced IT infrastructure" that requires congressional support to modernize. Different/Special: The alert highlights a massive anomaly in processing volume: On January 1 alone, the ATF processed approximately 150,000 e-Forms, compared to a typical daily average of just 2,500. The NSSF is explicitly encouraging retailers to document these issues and lobby for government spending to prevent future system failures. Going Ballistic Censorship Strike: A New Chapter for Second Amendment Critics (no summary available) https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/south-carolina-firearms-industry-liability-bill-hb4723/ https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/south-carolina-firearms-industry-liability-bill-hb4723/ https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/suppressor-sales-surge-in-2026/ https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/suppressor-sales-surge-in-2026/ https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/uk-man-seeks-u-s-asylum-after-arrest-over-gun-photo/ https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/uk-man-seeks-u-s-asylum-after-arrest-over-gun-photo/ https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/anti-gun-senators-attack-doj-second-amendment-office/ https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/anti-gun-senators-attack-doj-second-amendment-office/ Delaware's Permit-to-Purchase: A Comedy of Errors in Gun Control (no summary available) TikTok's Trendy Gun Show: Minors in the Crosshairs (no summary available) Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - from Typicalpnwguy - Can't get enough of the podcast even after all these years. The cast is amazing. Shawn is a bad ass content creator, Nick is amazing with creations and Gun Fights, Savage is, Jeremy is great at showing us that while we may lose our cool and might have racist tendencies we'll never be on his level, and Aaron is good about showing us what life choices not to do and what hills not to die on. Anyways keep it up and I cant wait until Jeremy's kids are guests on the show flexing on us non f.a. owning poors ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - from Anonymous Coward from WA - For your viewing pleasure. Its a herd on my delivery route. MMfa8b1c69829d9f7c364981e398b80548.jpeg ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - from Anonymous Coward from CT - Episode 440, the gays speak about being gay for 7 minutes. Then in a gay fashion, give us this amazing phone number and say don't be gay. So, this is a test to see how gay they have gayed and see what are the gay boundaries they put on such an amazing opportunity to communicate with them during their gayness. Thank you. Before we let you go - Join Gun Owners of America Tell your friends about the show and get backstage access by joining the Gun Cult at theguncult.com. No matter how tough your battle is today, we want you here fight with us tomorrow. Don't struggle in silence, you can contact the suicide prevention line by dialing 988 from your phone. Remember - Always prefer Dangerous Freedom over peaceful slavery. We'll see you next time! Nick - @busbuiltsystems | Bus Built Systems Jeremy - @ret_actual | Rivers Edge Tactical Aaron - @machinegun_moses Savage - @savage1r Shawn - @dangerousfreedomyt | @camorado.cam | Camorado
Send us a textThe NSSF, National Shooting Sports Foundation, has created programs that not only encourage safe firearm ownership, but also encourage mentorship for introducing new people to shooting sports. The PlusONE program does just that! As you know, we have always been advocates for taking someone new shooting, or taking that recreational shooter to a tournament. Now, the Dead Pair Podcast has partnered with the NSSF's PlusONE program to help incentivize those mentors, and reward them for taking new people out to bust some clays! Listen in as we are joined by Justin Morrissey, Director of social media with the NSSF, and RAD Chad Roberts as we cover all the bases and bring you the 411 on this great program! - Kolar Arms - https://www.kolararms.com- Fiocchi USA - https://fiocchiusa.com - Gun & Trophy Insurance - https://gunandtrophy.com/ - Atlas Traps - https://www.atlastraps.com- Rhino Chokes - https://rhinochokes.com- Ranger Shooting Eyewear - https://www.reranger.comRanger 10% Discount = DEADPAIR10- Taconic Distillery - https://www.spirits.taconicdistillery.com/ Discount -DEADPAIR10- Long Range - https://www.longrangellc.com- Score Chaser - https://scorechaser.com/- NSSF Plus One - https://www.nssf.org/plusone/ - Clay Range Design Works - https://traptowers.comSupport the showThe Dead Pair Podcast - https://thedeadpair.com FACEBOOK- https://www.facebook.com/Thedeadpair. INSTAGRAM- https://www.instagram.com/thedeadpairpodcast/YOUTUBE- https://youtube.com/channel/UCO1ePh4I-2D0EABDbKxEgoQ
Send us a text Scorechaser changed the game, when it comes to registration! But they did not stop there! We are joined by the lovely Casey Chase and her tech guru Josh from JTech to discuss the new technology and features that Scorechaser has to offer, and what all this means to you and the clubs! We are also joined by Jake Spengler, new general manager at Rocky Creek Sporting clays for the entire episode. Jake has supported us from the very beginning and was even a guest on our very first show! We drop the exciting news about the Dead Pair Blasts for 2026, and Sean has a little bit of an announcement to make as well. This episode has a lot of information in it!JTech- https://jtech.digital/clays - Kolar Arms - https://www.kolararms.com- Fiocchi USA - https://fiocchiusa.com - Gun & Trophy Insurance - https://gunandtrophy.com/ - Atlas Traps - https://www.atlastraps.com- Rhino Chokes - https://rhinochokes.com- Ranger Shooting Eyewear - https://www.reranger.comRanger 10% Discount = DEADPAIR10- Taconic Distillery - https://www.spirits.taconicdistillery.com/ Discount -DEADPAIR10- Long Range - https://www.longrangellc.com- Score Chaser - https://scorechaser.com/- NSSF Plus One - https://www.nssf.org/plusone/ - Clay Range Design Works - https://traptowers.comSupport the showThe Dead Pair Podcast - https://thedeadpair.com FACEBOOK- https://www.facebook.com/Thedeadpair. INSTAGRAM- https://www.instagram.com/thedeadpairpodcast/YOUTUBE- https://youtube.com/channel/UCO1ePh4I-2D0EABDbKxEgoQ
Send us a textPART 2 0F 2. Ever wanted a 4 hour lesson with Anthony Matarese Jr, but either couldn't afford it, or couldn't get on the schedule? Well here is your chance to get a 4 hours lesson, for FREE! Matt Miller, student and AIM shooting team member of Anthony's, co-hosts this 2 part series where we get Anthony "Unleashed"! We dive deep into Anthonys season. What went right, what went wrong? What is he fixing for 2026? How is he fixing it? Why do competitors fail or succeed? What about confidence, training, changes in routine, YOU NAME IT, WE COVERED IT! - Kolar Arms - https://www.kolararms.com- Fiocchi USA - https://fiocchiusa.com - Gun & Trophy Insurance - https://gunandtrophy.com/ - Atlas Traps - https://www.atlastraps.com- Rhino Chokes - https://rhinochokes.com- Ranger Shooting Eyewear - https://www.reranger.comRanger 10% Discount = DEADPAIR10- Taconic Distillery - https://www.spirits.taconicdistillery.com/ Discount -DEADPAIR10- Long Range - https://www.longrangellc.com- Score Chaser - https://scorechaser.com/- NSSF Plus One - https://www.nssf.org/plusone/ - Clay Range Design Works - https://traptowers.comSupport the showThe Dead Pair Podcast - https://thedeadpair.com FACEBOOK- https://www.facebook.com/Thedeadpair. INSTAGRAM- https://www.instagram.com/thedeadpairpodcast/YOUTUBE- https://youtube.com/channel/UCO1ePh4I-2D0EABDbKxEgoQ
Former infantry Marine and brand strategist Waco Hoover joins Michael to dig into the impact of lip service. We cover the American Legion's “Be The One” suicide-prevention effort, Columbia Protocol training, and VA Veterans Health Venture Studio work building real tools for care. Then we preview MCON, a celebration of military culture with range day, First Shots, and a timed secure-storage retrieval competition that reframes safety as readiness. Bring your questions, bring your team.Send us a text Walk the Talk America would like to thank our partners who make these conversations possible and want to highlight our top two partner tiers below! Platinum Tier:RugerArmscorGold Tier:NASGWLipsey'sDavidson's
Summary In this episode of Armed American Radio, host Mark Walters discusses various topics related to gun rights, misinformation about firearms, political commentary, and the ongoing challenges faced by the firearms industry. He addresses rumors about CZ firearms, shares personal experiences related to political violence, and highlights the importance of the NRA in supporting gun rights. The conversation also touches on recent lawsuits against the firearms industry and the implications of political actions on gun rights. Takeaways CZ is not confiscating firearms in Canada. Misinformation spreads rapidly online, especially about firearms. Political commentary often intersects with personal experiences. Gun control advocates are increasingly supporting violence. Lawsuits against the firearms industry are on the rise. The NRA plays a crucial role in defending gun rights. Industry events like the SHOT Show are significant for networking. The left's efforts to undermine gun rights will continue. Public figures often make irresponsible statements about violence. Personal anecdotes can illustrate broader political issues. Keywords Armed American Radio, gun rights, CZ firearms, political commentary, misinformation, gun control, lawsuits, NRA, firearms industry, personal experiences
Send us a textThe NSSF, National Shooting Sports Foundation, conducts surveys for research to determine how many people actively go shooting, and compete in shooting sports, as well as which disciplines they compete in. We are joined by NSSF President, Joe Bartozzi, to discuss the latest survey results and what they mean. We also cover can be done to help improve these numbers, programs the NSSF offers, what we can do as individuals, and we even theorize what is causing fluctuations in the numbers. This is a very informative episode with lots of great insights as to what is happening in the world of shooting sports!DEAD PAIR / KOLAR DRAWING - https://e.givesmart.com/events/HpS/i/_All/u1g0/?search= -- Kolar Arms - https://www.kolararms.com- Fiocchi USA - https://fiocchiusa.com - Gun & Trophy Insurance - https://gunandtrophy.com/ - Atlas Traps - https://www.atlastraps.com- Rhino Chokes - https://rhinochokes.com- Ranger Shooting Eyewear - https://www.reranger.comRanger 10% Discount = DEADPAIR10- Taconic Distillery - https://www.spirits.taconicdistillery.com/ Discount -DEADPAIR10- Long Range - https://www.longrangellc.com- Score Chaser - https://scorechaser.com/- National Sporting Clays Association - https://nssa-nsca.org/- Clay Range Design Works - https://traptowers.comSupport the showThe Dead Pair Podcast - https://thedeadpair.com FACEBOOK- https://www.facebook.com/Thedeadpair. INSTAGRAM- https://www.instagram.com/thedeadpairpodcast/YOUTUBE- https://youtube.com/channel/UCO1ePh4I-2D0EABDbKxEgoQ
Contributing writer Jake Fogleman and I break down the ongoing political fallout from the Annunciation Catholic school shooting in Minnesota that has now prompted both Governor Tim Walz and the Trump DOJ to explore possible gun restrictions. We also analyze what the latest monthly gun sales data says about the ongoing state of the industry.
In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the DoJ abandoning the Pistol Brace Ban, making them legal once again; the 2nd Circuit allowing New York to continue to sue gun makers because of advertisements; Everytown trying to crack down on 3D printers by violating our civil rights. Xander explains how ignorance is not bliss; and David pays his respects to the passing of Frank Brownell and to the closing of Anderson Manufacturing. 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 DOJ, Now Under New Management, Throws in the Towel on ATF's Pistol Brace Ban Rule NSSF Disappointed with 2nd Circuit Decision of NSSF's Challenge to N.Y. Anti-PLCAA Statute Let's go through Everytown's new white paper on 3D printing. Everytown 3d Printed Guns Independent Thoughts Samizdat Ribs (recordings) Gun Lovers and Others Strangers Remembering Frank R Brownell Frank's Obituary In Memoriam: Frank R. Brownell Remembering Frank Brownell Brownells Brownells Gunsmith Kinks Anderson Manufacturing Anderson Manufacturing Closes Welcome to Brownells GOA GOALS Brena Bock Author Page David Bock Author Page Team And More
This week you'll get to hear the Pacific Northwest edition of America Outdoors Radio, heard exclusively on Seattle Sports Radio KJR FM 93.3, Saturday mornings from 7 to 8 AM. Regional guests include Bob Loomis with Mack's Lure and Captain Paul Kim, the owner of Fish PNW Guide Service. Our national show guests Pam Swanner with Alabama's Black Belt Adventures and Chris Wilson with Explore Crawford Count (Kansas). Host John Kruse also chats with Zach Snow with NSSF about National Shooting Sports month which kicks off on August 1st. www.americaoutdoorsradio.com
National Shooting Sports Foundation senior vice president and general counsel Larry Keane joins Cam with an update on the group's efforts to help reform the ATF, including a recent request to undo a Biden-era restriction requiring FFLs to keep reams of paperwork on hand for as long as they own their business; a move that could help future anti-gun administrations build a back door gun registry.
National Shooting Sports Foundation senior vice president and general counsel Larry Keane joins Cam with an update on the group's efforts to help reform the ATF, including a recent request to undo a Biden-era restriction requiring FFLs to keep reams of paperwork on hand for as long as they own their business; a move that could help future anti-gun administrations build a back door gun registry.
National Shooting Sports Foundation senior vice president and general counsel Larry Keane tells Cam the organization is strongly opposed to the idea of merging ATF and DEA into a single agency, arguing that the firearms industry and gun owners would be better off with structural reforms to the ATF instead.
National Shooting Sports Foundation senior vice president and general counsel Larry Keane tells Cam the organization is strongly opposed to the idea of merging ATF and DEA into a single agency, arguing that the firearms industry and gun owners would be better off with structural reforms to the ATF instead.
It's a very special week that is near and dear to National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) President and CEO Joe Bartozzi, who joins Fred on the Sportsmen's Voice podcast to talk about Project ChildSafe® and Gun Storage Check Week. Fred welcomes Joe Bartozzi to the show to emphasize the importance of firearm safety, secure storage, and the myriad of educational resources available to gun owners. Bartozzi shares personal stories and insights on the significance of proactive measures to prevent accidents and misuse of firearms, and they cover the need for responsible gun ownership to protect and support our rights, the impact of new gun owners on the shooting sports and firearms community, and the various options available to gun owners for securing firearms at home and in vehicles. Key Takeaways: Project Childsafe®: This incredible program has distributed over 41 million firearm safety kits. Gun Storage Check Week: This initiative aims to remind gun owners to assess their storage practices, and provides education that is crucial for new gun owners to understand secure storage options. Responsible Storage Tips: There is no one-size-fits-all approach to firearm storage; it varies by individual circumstances. However, technological advancements have made secure storage more accessible and efficient. Firearms should always be unloaded when not in use, and cable locks are a simple solution, and vehicle storage is critical, as many firearms are stolen from cars. Get the FREE Sportsmen's Voice e-publication in your inbox every Monday: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/newsletter Sign up for FREE legislative tracking through CSF's Tracking the Capitols tool: www.congressionalsportsmen.org/tracking-the-capitols/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us a textProPublica's investigation reveals the National Shooting Sports Foundation has been secretly sharing gun buyers' personal information, including underwear sizes, for political purposes. This privacy breach raises serious concerns about data exploitation even in industries that publicly position themselves as defenders of individual rights.• Gun owners group demands federal investigation into firearms industry data sharing• Personal data shared included underwear sizes and was allegedly used for political targeting• NSSF collaborated with Cambridge Analytica to enhance voter data• Privacy concerns should transcend political divides - "Privacy is an everybody problem"• The gun industry publicly defends rights while quietly engaging in data exploitation• Senator Richard Blumenthal supports investigation into these practicesIf you're a privacy professional or legal expert with insights on this issue, we'd love to have you on the show to discuss this further and answer some of the questions we've raised today. Support the show
Contributing writer Jake Fogleman and I unpack federal lobbying data from the first quarter of 2025, which show that gun-rights groups have been far outspending gun-control advocates on the Hill. We also cover new monthly gun sales data showing a continued slump for the industry. Finally, we discuss a new gun industry liability shield signed into law in Tennessee before wrapping up with some stories from outside The Reload.
This week, we're taking a close look at the state of the gun industry and the potential impact of President Donald Trump's tariffs. That's why I'm interviewing the head of the gun industry's trade group. National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) general counsel Larry Keane is back on the show to detail where the industry is at today and where it's headed. Perhaps the biggest question to answer is what tariffs will do to domestic and foreign firearms companies. Keane said tariffs, even the reduced levels of the latest "pause," are likely to drive up costs for gun and ammo makers. He said importers are likely to be hit the hardest, but domestic manufacturers aren't immune from increased raw material costs either. He said NSSF is waiting to see exactly how things shake out and it expects some of its members will face steep challenges from the tariffs while others may end up benefiting from them. He also said he's hopeful the tariffs are just a negotiating tactic on the part of President Trump and believes they could lead to something positive for the industry. Keane noted NSSF's latest report shows strong long-term growth among gun businesses. Although, he did admit sales have been down recently and demand could remain relatively soft in the short term. Get a 30-day free trial for a subscription to The Dispatch here: https://thedispatch.com/join-offer-reload/?utmsource=thereload&utmmedium=partnerships-podcast&utm_campaign=0125 Special Guest: Larry Keane.
On-Location Interview with Bill Romanelli, NSSF's Project ChildSafe Program, from the 2025 SHOT Show in Las Vegas. Bill Romanelli is an outdoor writer and avid hunter, angler and ab diver. He is also a spokesperson on behalf of the NSSF National Shooting Sports Foundation's Project ChildSafe Program, where he works with firearm manufacturers, law enforcement, conservation groups and gun owners to emphasize the sporting community's commitment to safety and responsibility, and to promote storing firearms securely when not in use. In his work with the National Shooting Sports Foundation, and in particular, NSSF's Project ChildSafe program, he helps show how the hunting and shooting sports community, together with firearms industry, is leading the way on genuine gun safety across the US. SHOT Show (Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade Show) is an annual event held in Las Vegas, primarily for professionals in the firearms, ammunition, and outdoor industries. The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) hosts this event, which is one of the largest trade shows of its kind, where manufacturers, dealers, and enthusiasts gather to showcase new products, network, and discuss industry trends. The show features everything from firearms and accessories to outdoor gear and survival tools, drawing thousands of attendees from around the world. Originally Aired 4.11.25
Send us a text To kick things off in this episode, we are joined by general manager, Jake Spengler, and sporting clays manager, Carla Forby of The Cardinal Center to discuss and preview the upcoming 2025 N.E. Regional. There is a lot that goes into making a shoot of that size a success. Jake and Carla give us the 411 on everything you need to know for attending this shoot! Our next guest is the lovely Miss Amber Brown, who informs us of big changes happening to the Michigan Sporting Clays Association. An association's biggest shoot is the state championship, and Amber tells us what has changed and what they are doing to make it better for not only this year, but many more to come. - - DEAD PAIR / KOLAR DRAWING - https://e.givesmart.com/events/HpS/i/_All/u1g0/?search=- Kolar Arms - https://www.kolararms.com- Fiocchi USA - https://fiocchiusa.com- Atlas Traps - https://www.atlastraps.com- Rhino Chokes - https://rhinochokes.com- Ranger Shooting Eyewear - https://www.reranger.comRanger 10% Discount = DEADPAIR - Taconic Distillery - https://www.spirits.taconicdistillery.com/ Discount code -DEADPAIR10- Long Range - https://www.longrangellc.com- Score Chaser - https://scorechaser.com/- National Sporting Clays Association - https://nssa-nsca.org/- Clay Range Design Works - https://traptowers.comSupport the showThe Dead Pair Podcast - https://thedeadpair.com FACEBOOK- https://www.facebook.com/Thedeadpair. INSTAGRAM- https://www.instagram.com/thedeadpairpodcast/YOUTUBE- https://youtube.com/channel/UCO1ePh4I-2D0EABDbKxEgoQ
In Episode 488 of District of Conservation, Gabriella welcomes back Mark Oliva from the National Shooting Sports Foundation. Mark discusses NSSF's 2025 legislative priorities, thoughts on Secretary Burgum, the Trump administration, ATF director picks, and the future of conservation funding as tied to Pittman-Robertson Act funding. Tune in to learn more!SHOW NOTESNSSFPartner with a PayerGun Owners, Hunters and Shooters Overwhelmingly Support North American Wildlife ConservationFact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump is Protecting Americans' Second Amendment RightsNSSF Praises U.S. Sen. Steve Daines' Protecting Hunters and Anglers Act Introduction
GUn Rights groups NSSF and GOA calling for Trump to act on campaign promises made on the trail saying he would rescind Biden Executive Actions on gun control on DAY ONE. Should gun owners and organizations be upset he hasn't yet fulfilled that promise two weeks into his administration or should everyone take a breather...for now?
Day 3 Live from SHOT Show in Las Vegas. Trump heads to North Carolina and then Los Angeles to visit victims of natural disasters. Actors Heidi Montague and Spencer Pratt are suing Los Angeles over the handling of the wildfires. Senior Vice President and chief spokesman for GOA, Erich Pratt, joins us to discuss his efforts to end a registry, the removal of DEI from the ATF and more. Border Czar Tom Homan says they have arrested 1300 people and over a thousand of them are criminals. Elizabeth Warren attacks Pete Hegeth by saying his fake alcohol problem will prevent him from being Defense Secretary 24/7. Lt. Col. Allen West joins us live to react to the Marines heading to the Southern Border, how to improve military recruitment in the age of woke, and more. Trump will only help California if Gavin Newsom implements Voter ID and feeds water down to LA. Meta is having to scramble to fix its AI to call Trump the President. NSSF's Senior VP Larry Keane joins us to discuss Trump's first action to hold businesses accountable for discriminating against conservatives and their efforts to preserve 2A in the new Administration.Please visit our great sponsors:All Family Pharmacyhttps://allfamilypharma.com/DanaUse code Dana10 for 10% off your entire order. Byrnahttps://byrna.com/dana2025 is a great time to think about your self-defense options. Visit Byrna.com/Dana to receive 10% off your purchase. GoldcoGet your free Gold and Silver kit and see if your order qualifies for a 10% instant match in bonus silver. Visit https://DanaLikesGold.com HumanNhttps://humann.comSupport your metabolism and healthy blood sugar levels with Superberine by HumanN. Find it now at your local Sam's Club next to SuperBeets Heart Chews. KelTechttps://KelTecWeapons.comInnovation. Performance. Keltec. Learn more at KelTecWeapons.com today.Patriot Mobilehttps://patriotmobile.com/DanaMake the switch today and get a FREE MONTH of service with promo code Dana at PatriotMobile.com/Dana.PreBornhttps://preborn.com/danaDuring Sanctity of Life month donate securely by dialing #250 and say keyword BABY or visit Preborn.com/DANA. ReadyWisehttps://readywise.comUse promo code Dana20 to save 20% on your entire purchase.Relief Factorhttps://relieffactor.comTurn the clock back on pain with Relief Factor. Get their 3 week quick start for only $19.95 today! Call 1-800-4-RELIEF or visit ReliefFactor.com Tax Network USAhttps://TNUSA.com/DANADon't let the IRS's aggressive tactics control your life empower yourself with Tax Network USA's support. Call 1(800)958-1000 or visit TNUSA.com/DANA
Andy Hooser wraps up a week sitting in for Mark while attending the annual SHOT Show in Las Vegas. Mark returns on Friday with plenty of information from the Shooting Hunting and Outdoor Trade show sponsored each year by the NSSF.
NSSF's Larry Keane joins Cam with details of the sweeping semi-auto ban being fast-tracked in the Colorado legislature.
NSSF's Larry Keane joins Cam with details of the sweeping semi-auto ban being fast-tracked in the Colorado legislature.
Today on Armed American Radio hour two, Dr. John Lott founder of CrimeResearch.org gives detailed analysis of the Biden White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention and what should be done about. Should it remain in place and be rebranded and repurposed into a pro gun office? Should it be scrapped as Larry Kean of NSSF has suggested? There are several ideas being floated across the gun rights organizations with many suggesting it should be rebranded into the office of violent crime prevention and outright scrapping it on day one as a relic of the Biden administration and it's ongoing war against our second amendment rights. John and Mark also discuss Pam Bondi pick for Attorney General.
In This Hour:REBROADCAST OF 07.28.24 -- Kamala Harris is the most anti-gun candidate in history. Larry Keane from the NSSF announces a new political action committee which supports candidates who are pro-gun. www.protectlibertypac.com. -- Some states remove you from the voter registration roles if you haven't voted in a few years. Check your status at www.gunvote.org. -- Why use a shot timer? What's the best way to get the most from it? Gun Talk 11.03.24 Hour 1