Podcasts about self defense

RESOURCES- Join my 30 Day Challenge to transform your body, mind, and soul—step into your most vibrant self today at danette30challenge.com- Step into your next level of growth and join me inside Lotus Rising Premium Coaching at danettecoaching.comCONNECT WITH DANETTEInstagram: @thedanettemayFacebook: Danette MayTikTok: @thedanettemayNEW TV Show on Youtube: @TheDanetteMayListen to The Danette May ShowRead my book: danettemay.com/embraceabundancebookGet The Rise book: therisebook.comWork with Danette: danettemay.comHave you ever wondered what it really means to feel safe, empowered, and sovereign in your own life? In this quickie episode, I'm sharing why women's self-defense has been on my mind, the patterns I've been noticing around safety and abuse, and why I believe reclaiming our power can look both spiritual and practical. I talk about radical sovereignty, trusting your inner knowing, becoming more prepared, and the ways self-defense training can help women feel more confident moving through the world.I also share a recap from our Sedona events, a behind-the-scenes update on Soul Writing Out Loud, and what I'm learning about helping women reclaim their voice, worth, and independence. This conversation is about women's empowerment, self-defense, personal sovereignty, healing, and choosing to live with greater awareness and confidence in your own ability to care for yourself.IN THIS EPISODE:(1:50) Why I'm choosing self-defense(3:35) Radical sovereignty and women's empowerment(6:50) Highlights from our Sedona events(7:54) Inside Lotus Rising coaching(9:24) Behind the scenes of my new TV show(10:38) Reclaiming your worth, power, and sovereignty(12:57) Final thoughts on self-defense and empowerment

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, legendary figure Rickson Gracie shares his insights on the evolution of Jiu-Jitsu from a martial art focused on self-defense to a competitive sport. He emphasizes the importance of 'invisible jiu-jitsu,' which encompasses the mental and emotional aspects of martial arts, such as patience, strategy, and timing. He reflects on the need to reconnect with the roots of Jiu-Jitsu, focusing on self-defense and personal empowerment rather than competition. He also highlights the significance of mental resilience, gratitude, and the holistic development of individuals through martial arts as well as lessons he learned from his father.Here is The RŌL Radio with a true legend in jiu-jitsu and MMA, Grandmaster Rickson Gracie.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1600 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radiohttp://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohttps://www.facebook.com/therolradio/https://www.ricksongracie.com/https://www.ricksongracieunited.com/Episode Highlights:2:20 Memories and Family Bonds Through Jiu-Jitsu4:30 Bringing Back Self-Defense with Invisible Jiu-Jitsu9:40 Taking Jiu-Jitsu Lessons Off the Mats16:00 The Shift from Self-defense to Sport23:20 Invisible Jiu-Jitsu30:51 Helping Others Through Jiu-Jitsu41:22 Passing the Torch with Rickson Gracie United45:47 Lesson's from Helio49:37 Rickson Gracie United54:40 The Perfect Person1:03:01 GratitudeSupport the show

What began as an ordinary high school track meet would end with two families changed forever, two young lives lost in profoundly different ways, and a few terrible seconds that would become the subject of arguments far beyond the stadium where they happened.Austin Metcalf was 17 years old. He came to the meet to compete, to spend the day with teammates and friends, and eventually to go home. He never did.Karmelo Anthony was 17 years old too. He arrived at that same stadium with an entire adulthood still ahead of him. Before the day was over, his name would become inseparable from Austin's, and the trajectory of his life would change forever.At the center of this case is an encounter that initially seemed almost absurdly insignificant: a disagreement over where someone was sitting. Yet within minutes, Austin was mortally wounded, his twin brother was desperately trying to save him, and Karmelo was being taken into custody.But the story that followed would become much larger than those few moments.  Questions about self-defense, responsibility, race, juvenile justice, social media, fundraising, misinformation, and the behavior of people surrounding both teenagers would transform a local tragedy into a case debated by millions of strangers. Somewhere underneath all of that noise, however, remained something much simpler and infinitely sadder.Austin Metcalf was dead.And another 17-year-old boy had just begun losing the life he once expected to have.In Episode 338, Part One of The Tale of Austin Metcalf and Karmelo Anthony, we go back to the beginning, before the headlines, before the internet chose sides, and before anyone knew how far the consequences of one encounter at a high school stadium would reach.Because this is ultimately the story of two teenagers who walked into the same stadium that morning.  And neither of them would ever truly come home.LINKS:Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/killaforniapodPayPal:  https://www.paypal.coCashm/paypalme/killaforniapodMerchandise:  https://killaforniadreamingpodcast.threadless.com/Website:  https://killaforniadreamingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KillaforniaDreamingPodcastFacebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1296620370450345/Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/killaforniadreamingInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/killaforniadreamingpod/?hl=enX:  https://twitter.com/killaforniapodTikTok:  @killaforniadreamingpod Cash App:  $KDpodcastCosta Oil Las Vegas: Oil Change Service Las Vegas, NV Costa Oil Instagram: Costa Oil Las Vegas (@costaoillasvegas) • Instagram photos and videos Costa Oil Facebook:  Facebook SOURCES: https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/live-updates/live-updates-karmelo-anthony-murder-trial-fatal-stabbing-austin-metcalf-frisco-track-meet/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/new-details-background-karmelo-anthony-retrial-hearing-08-20-2026/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/karmelo-anthony-retrial-hearing-austin-metcalf-murder-august-21/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/karmelo-anthony-new-trial-decision-austin-metcalf-8-22-2026/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/frisco-track-meet-stabbing-trial-karmelo-anthony-austin-metcalf-timeline/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/defense-rests-in-karmelo-anthony-murder-trial-in-fatal-stabbing-of-austin-metcalf-at-frisco-isd-track-meet/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/karmelo-anthony-trial-verdict-austin-metcalf-frisco-track-meet-stabbing/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/karmelo-anthonys-legal-team-files-for-new-trial-judges-removal/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/karmelo-anthony-austin-metcalf-families-death-threats-murder-trial/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/trial-date-set-karmelo-anthony-charged-in-fatal-stabbing-austin-metcalf-frisco-track-meet/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/karmelo-anthony-trial-collin-county-judge-media-security-order/https://www.foxnews.com/us/karmelo-anthony-photographed-guns-docs-reveal-alleged-history-rage-threats-violencehttps://www.tpr.org/criminal-justice/2026-08-21/kept-out-of-the-trial-karmelo-anthony-spoiling-for-a-fight-victim-sprayed-racist-graffitihttps://www.tpr.org/news/2026-06-09/karmelo-anthony-sentenced-to-35-years-in-fatal-stabbing-of-austin-metcalf-at-frisco-track-meethttps://www.tpr.org/criminal-justice/2026-07-07/karmelo-anthony-attorneys-file-motions-for-new-trial-judge-recusal-in-frisco-stabbing-casehttps://en.rattibha.com/thread/2094823621663306186https://threadreaderapp.com/scrolly/2094818735416619339Support the show

What began as an ordinary high school track meet would end with two families changed forever, two young lives lost in profoundly different ways, and a few terrible seconds that would become the subject of arguments far beyond the stadium where they happened.Austin Metcalf was 17 years old. He came to the meet to compete, to spend the day with teammates and friends, and eventually to go home. He never did.Karmelo Anthony was 17 years old too. He arrived at that same stadium with an entire adulthood still ahead of him. Before the day was over, his name would become inseparable from Austin's, and the trajectory of his life would change forever.At the center of this case is an encounter that initially seemed almost absurdly insignificant: a disagreement over where someone was sitting. Yet within minutes, Austin was mortally wounded, his twin brother was desperately trying to save him, and Karmelo was being taken into custody.But the story that followed would become much larger than those few moments.  Questions about self-defense, responsibility, race, juvenile justice, social media, fundraising, misinformation, and the behavior of people surrounding both teenagers would transform a local tragedy into a case debated by millions of strangers. Somewhere underneath all of that noise, however, remained something much simpler and infinitely sadder.Austin Metcalf was dead.And another 17-year-old boy had just begun losing the life he once expected to have.In Episode 338, Part One of The Tale of Austin Metcalf and Karmelo Anthony, we go back to the beginning, before the headlines, before the internet chose sides, and before anyone knew how far the consequences of one encounter at a high school stadium would reach.Because this is ultimately the story of two teenagers who walked into the same stadium that morning.  And neither of them would ever truly come home.LINKS:Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/killaforniapodPayPal:  https://www.paypal.coCashm/paypalme/killaforniapodMerchandise:  https://killaforniadreamingpodcast.threadless.com/Website:  https://killaforniadreamingpodcast.buzzsprout.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KillaforniaDreamingPodcastFacebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1296620370450345/Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/killaforniadreamingInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/killaforniadreamingpod/?hl=enX:  https://twitter.com/killaforniapodTikTok:  @killaforniadreamingpod Cash App:  $KDpodcastCosta Oil Las Vegas: Oil Change Service Las Vegas, NV Costa Oil Instagram: Costa Oil Las Vegas (@costaoillasvegas) • Instagram photos and videos Costa Oil Facebook:  Facebook SOURCES: https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/live-updates/live-updates-karmelo-anthony-murder-trial-fatal-stabbing-austin-metcalf-frisco-track-meet/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/new-details-background-karmelo-anthony-retrial-hearing-08-20-2026/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/karmelo-anthony-retrial-hearing-austin-metcalf-murder-august-21/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/karmelo-anthony-new-trial-decision-austin-metcalf-8-22-2026/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/frisco-track-meet-stabbing-trial-karmelo-anthony-austin-metcalf-timeline/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/defense-rests-in-karmelo-anthony-murder-trial-in-fatal-stabbing-of-austin-metcalf-at-frisco-isd-track-meet/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/karmelo-anthony-trial-verdict-austin-metcalf-frisco-track-meet-stabbing/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/karmelo-anthonys-legal-team-files-for-new-trial-judges-removal/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/karmelo-anthony-austin-metcalf-families-death-threats-murder-trial/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/trial-date-set-karmelo-anthony-charged-in-fatal-stabbing-austin-metcalf-frisco-track-meet/https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/karmelo-anthony-trial-collin-county-judge-media-security-order/https://www.foxnews.com/us/karmelo-anthony-photographed-guns-docs-reveal-alleged-history-rage-threats-violencehttps://www.tpr.org/criminal-justice/2026-08-21/kept-out-of-the-trial-karmelo-anthony-spoiling-for-a-fight-victim-sprayed-racist-graffitihttps://www.tpr.org/news/2026-06-09/karmelo-anthony-sentenced-to-35-years-in-fatal-stabbing-of-austin-metcalf-at-frisco-track-meethttps://www.tpr.org/criminal-justice/2026-07-07/karmelo-anthony-attorneys-file-motions-for-new-trial-judge-recusal-in-frisco-stabbing-casehttps://en.rattibha.com/thread/2094823621663306186https://threadreaderapp.com/scrolly/2094818735416619339Support the show

In This Hour:-- Sig introduces a new pistol -- the P385. Ryan Gresham offers his initial impressions.-- In two decades there haven't been many changes in optical pistol sights, but the new Sig XRAY5 changes that.--  Is the used revolver he bought already worn out?Gun Talk 09.27.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Former Delta Force operator Larry Vickers delivers tips on protecting yourself.--  Gun ban groups want to regulate BB guns as if they are real firearms.--  The Midterm Election is critical to Second Amendment issuesGun Talk 09.27.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- He sold a bunch of guns to finance more shooting classes--  Why does a subsonic load shoot lower than faster ammunition?--  Tom takes a classic .45 Auto to celebrate 50 years of Gunsite.Gun Talk 09.27.26 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:--  What kind of training do you need?  Tactical? Self defense? Pure Shooting? Mike Seeklander breaks it down.--  Just how hard should you grip your pistol?--  He learned that his carry gun isn't suitable for a class.Gun Talk 09.27.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

Be protected if you ever have to defend yourself or family, JOIN CCW Safe TODAY! https://lawofselfdefense.com/ccwsafeFormer Deputy Eddie Duran, charged with manslaughter in the shooting death of Airman Roger Fortson in claimed self-defense, was provided a three-day self-defense immunity hearing in the first week of August—essentially a mini-trial in which the state bears the burden of disproving self-defense by clear and convincing evidence.On Friday, September 11, Judge William Stone issued a rather shocking 34-page order denying the sought immunity and ordering that Duran continue to trial. That order is what we'll be breaking down today—and it's the same order that compelled Duran's defense attorneys to immediately file the following Monday a motion to have the judge recuse himself—which was promptly denied--as well as, on Friday, September 18, an interlocutory appeal to seeking a writ of prohibition essentially ordering the trial judge to grant immunity to Duran. On September 22, just two days ago, the District Court of Appeals has ordered the State to provide their response to these motions by no later than 5 PM today, September 24. The defense has also requested a stay of the trial proceedings while the DCA considers the merits of the stay of prohibition, given that otherwise jury selection for this trial begins this Monday. Join me LIVE at Noon ET as we break down Judge Stone's denial of immunity, and then join us again at 2 PM ET as we break down the defense motion for recusal as well as the petition for a write of prohibition and a stay of the trial proceedings!Make sure you're ready to win the LEGAL FIGHT that follows the PHYSICAL FIGHT if you're ever compelled to defend yourself or your family from criminal predation. Learn why I am PERSONALLY a member of CCW SAFE, and why YOU SHOULD CONSIDER JOINING, TOO:  https://lawofselfdefense.com/ccwsafeAll @TheBrancaShow mugs & MORE! https://tinyurl.com/k778wj2kJOIN OUR COMMUNITY! Exclusive Members-only content & perks! Only ~17 cents/day! $5/month! YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/hn32rfz9 Locals: https://tinyurl.com/yck4w9kfFOUNDING FATHERS SPEED DIAL: Founding Fathers SPEED DIAL: https://tinyurl.com/3f7pc8nzEpisode #1461.

This week Lauren and Sarah wrap up September and this mini series! They discuss the murder of Betty Gore. Sources: Snapped: Candy Montgomery: S30 E15Texas Monthly: Love and Death in Silicon Prairie, Part I: Candy Montgomery's Affair by Jim Atkinson and John BloomTexas Monthly: Love and Death in Silicon Prairie, Part II: The Killing of Betty Gore by Jim Atkinson and John BloomPeople Magazine: Where Is Candy Montgomery Now? What We Know About Her Life 46 Years After Betty Gore's Slaying by Jessica Sager and Emily BlackwoodUncovered: Candy Montgomery — Know the Victim by: Dana PollA&E: The Murder of Betty Gore: Can 41 Axe Blows Be Made in Self-Defense?  by Sara KettlerThe Betty Gore Murder: 41 Stabs but No Prison by Brian FosterWikipedia

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Thomas' guest shares his inspiring journey through Jiu-Jitsu, detailing how it transformed his life and shaped his identity. He discusses the profound impact of his mother's nurturing influence, how Jiu-Jitsu became a means of self-defense and personal growth and his dream of moving to Dubai to support his family. Throughout the discussion, he reflects on the significance of helping others and staying true to oneself amidst life's challenges. He also emphasizes the need for discipline and respect in training, and how these values extend beyond the mat to impact lives positively.Here is The RŌL Radio with with a 4 degree black belt, an educator, and the head coach at RGA in Dubai, Gerson Carvalho.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1600 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radiohttp://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohttps://www.facebook.com/therolradio/https://www.instagram.com/gersoncarvalhobjj/?hl=enhttps://hotmart.com/pt-br/marketplace/produtos/curso-completo-guarda-lacada-no-jiu-jitsu/R105465821A?https://www.rogergraciedubai.com/Episode Highlights:3:03 Why Jiu-Jitsu13:00 Becoming a Protector17:14 How Jiu-Jitsu Changed Gerson's Life23:15 Becoming a Better Instructor30:20 Why Dubai: Dreams and Challenges42:17 Meeting Roger and Joining His Team45:09 Giving Back and Growing51:15 Staying Motivated56:21 Setting an Example1:03:08 Using Jiu-Jitsu to Build CharacterSupport the show

Most people never think twice about the ordinary objects they carry every day — but the right mindset can turn a pen, a set of keys, or a rolled-up magazine into a real line of defense. This episode walks through common items you likely already have on you and how they can be used effectively if a threat ever catches you off guard. We focus on practical, low-cost options that don't require special training or gear to use in a pinch. It's a quick, grounded look at building awareness and readiness into your everyday carry, without needing anything extra.

Riding Shotgun With Charlie #261 Dan Hagan, Esq. Mass Gun Lawyer I've been running into Dan Hagan at several of the pro-gun events in Massachusetts. At one event, we talked a bit more. Then I found out how many cases he was doing in the Western Mass and the impact he's had on them. So it was time to reach out and have him on the show. We met at a local gun store and took it from there.  Like many people, Dan was into firearms when he was a kid and teenager. His father was a police officer. I found out one of his neighbors was involved with one of the most tragic firearm accidents in Massachusetts. A young boy was at a machine gun shoot and using an Uzi. The boy lost control and ended up taking a fatal round under the chin.  At law school, the Second Amendment doesn't get covered well or much. He says "guns were the third rail of law". I've heard this from other attorneys I've had on the show. For this thesis, he talked about the Second Amendment.  Around the time of Heller (2008), Dan was working a corporate lawyer job. But decided it was time to fill the niche for gun owners in the Bay State. His practice deals with both criminal law and Second Amendment issues.  Dan does open up about some of the bigger cases he's had. There was the Kyle Culotta case. Where Culotta and his fiance, Sarande (RSWC #238), were working their way from Arizona to New Hampshire. While Door Dashing for money, they were pulled over. The car was impounded due to expired registration. When he removed his lawfully owned Arizona firearms, he was now in possession of them in Massachusetts. He ended up going to jail for 4 months on a trumped up "dangerousness" charge as well as a few others. Dan helped get some charges dismissed. Some are still pending now. Although there are projections in the Mass gun laws, they don't help you on the front end of the process. Only once you get to court can the attorneys bring up the laws.  The conversation also leads us into discussing Chapter 135, which was passed in 2024. It's been a disaster for citizens and instructors. There's been a whole movement here to repeal the entire law, which is on the ballot in Nov 2026. The law makes it more difficult for people to get a license to carry. It changes definitions and makes it confusing to the people, but also for law enforcement and lawyers. Even the law makers who signed it can't explain it, because the 130+ page bill was passed in less than 24 hours.  Some other cases that have been happening are one that includes a woman driving from Connecticut to Vermont, passing through Mass, gets into a car accident. At the hospital, she's charged with illegal possession as she is now "visiting" the state… in the hospital. Another where a woman was driving from one of the Carolinas to New Hampshire, gets lost in central Mass, gets pulled over, tells the police she has a firearm. Chapter 135 says its lawful to pass through the state, but they want her to plead guilty to a misdemeanor even though the new law says what she's doing is legal.  A big case he had earlier this year involved a self defense shooting where the intended victim shot an innocent bystander. This was the first time in Mass where someone shot a person who wasn't the intended target and didn't get a murder charge. This was really groundbreaking.  It's great to talk with people like Dan. Hearing him talk about inner city young people who live in dangerous areas and want to protect themselves from local gang violence made me realize that some people get put into unsafe situations and want to get out of them. But when the system tries them for illegal possession with zero history of crime or violence, it leaves them with no other choice than to keep pursuing that lifestyle.  This was a really good conversation! There's lots of great points he makes. He's working on cases that are shaping the future of the Second Amendment where nearly everything here is an uphill battle. I'm glad he's on our side.    Favorite quotes: "Guns are like the third rail of law…There's an Amendment there for those who don't like guns." "They didn't get the $100 gun license, but they would otherwise qualify if they did." "Even if you have a pre-94 magazine…carrying that now, for anybody, is illegal." "You manufacture people to be criminals in the context." Mass Gun Lawyer https://www.massgunlawyer.com/ Dan On Facebook https://www.facebook.com/dan.hagan.758   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

Over the years numerous gun scribes have predicted the demise of pocket pistols. Yet pocket pistols are more popular than ever. Michael has some thoughts as to why. MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 338. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: Simply Rugged Holsters Pocket Protector Ruger SP-101 Revolvers Charter Arms Walker Series .22 Magnum for Self-Defense (video)/22 Plinkster The Music of Colonel Mustard The Music of Jonathan Hadas

I said at the start of this year that I wanted to bring more guests onto this podcast — people I think will genuinely benefit you. Tina Pascal is exactly that.Tina teaches self-defense through Life Force Self Defense, and she came to Catina Law earlier this year to run a class for the women in my office. I brought my daughter Caylee with me. Caylee walked in cranky, arms crossed, absolutely did not want to be there. She walked out smiling. That class raised things I had never once thought about, and I have been thinking about them ever since.Tina's path into this work started seventeen years ago. She was stalked by a man she'd met casually at a lake near her home in Rockland County. She later learned he had murdered a woman down the street from her. She walked into her first self-defense class shaken, met her teacher John Perkins, and never left.What I wanted from this conversation was a way to think about safety that doesn't require living afraid. Tina gave it to us in one line: awareness is more than ninety-five percent of it. Not fighting. Not martial arts. Just knowing what's happening around you — and knowing what's happening inside you.That second part is the one that stayed with me. Your discomfort, Tina says, is information. The feeling that someone is standing too close, that something is a little off, that you want to leave — most of us were raised to override that and be polite. She teaches women to treat it as data and act on it. "Use your comfort as your guiding light."We also get into the part of this that nobody pictures when they hear "self-defense." The danger is rarely the stranger in the bushes. It's overwhelmingly someone the woman already knows — which moves the conversation into manipulation, coercive control, and pattern recognition. And for our daughters, it moves onto a screen, where people are forming real relationships with people they have never been in a room with.If you have a daughter heading into high school, or one leaving for college, the back half of this episode is for you. Tina walks through what she'd actually tell them — and shares a statistic about the first months of freshman year that made me put my pen down.In this episode:How Tina got into this work, and why being stalked changed the course of her lifeWhy awareness — not fighting — is more than ninety-five percent of self-defense"Your comfort is information": trusting your gut as a skill you can practiceWhy most violence against women comes from someone they know, and what that changesManaging your personal space, and why most of us were never taught howWhat to tell a daughter going into high school, and a daughter going away to collegeThe campus "red zone" — and why the first few months matter more than the rest of the yearWhy criminals look for easy targets, and how straightforward it is not to be oneThe difference between sport fighting and real self-defense — and why you don't need years of trainingPrepared is not paranoid. Send this one to a woman you love, and to her daughter.Find Tina: lifeforceselfdefense.com | Life Force Self Defense on Facebook | @womens.self.defense on Instagram

In a country where leftist officials refuse to hold criminals accountable, and the educational system has persuaded many to question right or wrong, being prepared to defend yourself and your family is no longer optional. Whether you are a gun enthusiast or new to the world of firearms, there are 10 steps to getting up to speed on being a responsible and stalwart citizen. Practicing situational awareness, understanding the laws on self-defense, and being capable with the right gun are first steps to being prepared to protect those you love.

SYNOPSIS: What does it take to feel safer as a body in the world without becoming consumed by danger?In this episode, Ali talks with Mark Vinci, Director of Model Mugging Self-Defense, about the body's extraordinary capacity to detect threat, mobilize fear, set boundaries and protect itself. Drawing on Mark's decades of work in law enforcement, criminal behavior research and full-force self-defense training, they explore the complicated territory between healthy vigilance and hypervigilance, and what changes when fear becomes information rather than something we simply try to overcome.Their conversation moves from the subtle body language that can signal vulnerability or confidence to the physiology of adrenaline, freezing and defensive action. Ali brings her own recent encounter with a group of drunk men in a Scottish pub into the discussion, asking a deceptively difficult question: if nothing terrible happened, but your body still felt threatened, was your fear and response warranted?They also explore what Mark calls “the Beast,” the fierce protective capacity many people, particularly women, have been taught to suppress; the Hero's Journey underlying Model Mugging's approach; and what can happen when survivors are given the opportunity to experience their own strength in situations that once produced helplessness.Along the way, Ali and Mark consider safety not as the absence of fear, but as a changing relationship between awareness, choice, physical capacity and trust in our own responses. They also discuss the importance of readiness in trauma work, why no single therapeutic or embodied approach is right for everyone at every moment, and how learning to protect ourselves can affect much more than our ability to fight.Ultimately, this is a conversation about vigilance, embodiment and freedom: how we recognize danger without organizing our lives around it, and what becomes possible when the body knows it has options.MORE ALI MEZEY:Website: https://www.alimezey.comPersonal Geometry® and the Magic of Mat Work Course information:FREE Guided Body Mapping Taster: Heart/Sexuality SplitFive-films series (made by Ali Mezey) on renowned Family Constellation Facilitator, Stephan Hausner's work with transgenerational influences on illnessPersonal Geometry®Ali Mezey's body-first method for accessing and externalizing the unconscious body maps through which we experience relationships, patterns, addictions and other aspects of our lives. Using spatial relationships such as distance, direction and orientation, Personal Geometry makes these internal relational maps visible and available for exploration. Learn about Personal Geometry®MORE MARK VINCI:Instagram: Model_Mugging Website: https://www.instagram.com/model_mugging/Facebook: Model Mugging Self-Defense https://www.facebook.com/modelmugging/TikTok: Model_MuggingBIO: Mark Vinci has taught Model Mugging full-force self-defense since 1989 and currently serves as Director of Model Mugging Self-Defense. His work combines decades of experience in law enforcement, forensic psychology, criminal-behavior research, military service, and scenario-based self-defense training. He has investigated crimes ranging from burglary to sexual assault and homicide and trained law enforcement personnel in defensive tactics. For decades, Mark has studied sexual assault, criminal behavior, and violence through extensive academic research, training in criminal typologies, and interviews with offenders. His work focuses on preparing the mind, body, and spirit to recognize and respond to danger under fear, stress, and adrenaline.Model Mugging Self-Defense. Information about full-force self-defense training, its history and current programs.Model MuggingModel Mugging: Five Principles of Self-Defense. Mark's framework for understanding threat, options, preparation, mind-body-spirit integration and awareness. I. Crime Is an Emotional and Physical ProblemII. OptionsIII. PreparationIV. Mind-Body-Spirit Are OneV. AwarenessModel Mugging: Five Principles of Self-DefenseRESOURCES / REFERENCES:Grayson, Betty & Morris I. Stein (1981). “Attracting Assault: Victims' Nonverbal Cues.” Journal of Communication, 31(1), 68–75. A fascinating study discussed in the episode examining how incarcerated violent offenders responded to brief films of pedestrians and the nonverbal movement characteristics associated with perceived vulnerability. Read the study informationJoseph Campbell, The Hero with a Thousand Faces. Mark discusses Campbell's Hero's Journey as an influence on the structure and philosophy of Model Mugging.DEFNITIONS:Peripersonal Space: The space immediately surrounding the body, often experienced as a kind of bodily boundary or safety zone. The brain integrates sensory information about objects and people approaching this space in ways relevant to movement, touch and potential threat. You use the term while describing the man approaching you from behind in the Scottish pub: “I still felt he breached my peripersonal space.” Hypervigilance: A heightened state of alertness in which a person persistently scans for possible danger. In the episode, you and Mark explore the distinction between useful threat awareness and a nervous system that may respond to potential danger as though threat is continually imminent. Full-Force / Scenario-Based Self-Defense: Training in which participants practice responses to simulated attacks with an instructor wearing protective padding, allowing physical defensive actions to be performed with substantially greater force and realism than conventional partner drills. Model Mugging describes its curriculum as integrating crime prevention, boundary setting, assertiveness, physical self-defense and realistic scenario training. The Beast: Mark's/Model Mugging's language for accessing the fierce, aggressive protective capacity that people, particularly women, may have learned to inhibit. In your conversation, this...

Nephilim Death Squad is back with a full listener Q&A featuring David Lee Corbo, a.k.a. The Raven, and Matthew Heppner of Straight Bible. This episode moves from Biblical worldview and Christian living into Flat Earth, NASA skepticism, spiritual warfare, soul ties, self-defense, fasting, fitness, relationships, podcasting, and some of the strangest corners of the conspiracy world.The conversation begins with a listener question about Flat Earth, satellites, eclipses, the Antarctic ice wall, old maps, and why so many people distrust institutions like NASA, the media, and the public school system. That discussion leads into a controversial examination of historical narratives surrounding Nazi Germany, World War II, propaganda, the Bolshevik Revolution, occult influence, and how difficult it can be to separate documented history from speculation and ideological narratives.From there, Raven and Matt tackle the idea of “soul ties,” sexual relationships, being born again in Christ, generational curses, and whether a believer's past still has spiritual authority over them. They also discuss the future of Nephilim Death Squad, balancing Christian ministry with conspiracy and cryptid content, staying authentic as the show grows, and resisting the temptation to chase algorithms or profitable narratives.Other listener questions cover Christians carrying firearms and trusting God, cruises, recognizing God's plans years later, whether painful events should ever be erased from your life, dating advice, coffee-shop gimmicks, weight training, running, and what life might have looked like if Adam and Eve had never sinned.The Bible comes directly into the discussion when the hosts examine synthetic and highly processed food, Matthew 4:3, Matthew 7:9, and 1 Timothy 4:1–5 on food being received with thanksgiving and sanctified through the Word of God and prayer.The guys also reveal dream podcast collaborations, including Sam Tripoli, Tinfoil Hat, Tony Merkel and The Confessionals, before closing with a serious discussion about finding hope in this life, building momentum, serving others, Scripture, Christian community, fasting, prayer, and orienting everyday life toward God.Drop your answers to the Q&A in the comments and tell us which topic deserves a full episode.► Subscribe for more Biblical analysis, Christian worldview discussions, and conspiracy research through a Biblical lens.Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere podcasts are available.00:00 Intro05:45 Flat Earth, Satellites & the Antarctic Ice Wall12:16 NASA, Nazi Germany & Contested Historical Narratives22:13 Soul Ties, Sexual Bonds & Being Born Again26:48 Truth or Con & Upcoming NDS Events32:57 The Future of NDS: Christ, Conspiracies & Authenticity47:15 Christians, Guns, Self-Defense & Trusting God52:31 Cruises, Travel & Top Lobsta54:35 Recognizing God's Plans Years Later01:03:55 Would You Erase a Painful Event From Your Life?01:11:11 Coffee Shop Gimmicks, Cold Brew & Dating01:15:28 Squats, Running, Fitness & Training01:25:34 What If Adam and Eve Never Sinned?01:27:54 Can Christians Bless Synthetic Food?01:31:26 Sam Tripoli, The Confessionals & Dream Podcast Guests01:46:44 How Do You Find Hope in This Life?01:55:53 Fasting, Prayer, NDS Bible Study & Closing AnnouncementsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/nephilim-death-squad--6389018/support.☠️ Nephilim Death Squad — New episodes 5x/week.Join our Patreon for early access, bonus shows & the private Telegram hive.Subscribe on YouTube & Rumble, follow @NephilimDSquad on X/Instagram, grab merch at toplobsta.com. Questions/bookings: chroniclesnds@gmail.com — Stay dangerous.

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Thomas' guest shares insights on how he manages a busy life filled with teaching, training, and family. He emphasizes the importance of time management, routine, and discipline in achieving success, particularly in Jiu Jitsu. He also shares his inspiring journey from Brazil to the United States, detailing his passion for martial arts, particularly Jiu-Jitsu and Capoeira. He discusses the challenges he faced, including injuries and personal loss, and how these experiences shaped his mindset and approach to life.Here is The RŌL Radio with the head professor and owner of Brazil Academy USA in Lenexa Kansas, author, and founder of the nonprofit Ninja Stars, Ninja Pinto.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1600 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radiohttp://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohttps://www.facebook.com/therolradio/https://www.instagram.com/ninjapinto1/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/brazilacademy/?hl=enhttps://www.brazilacademyusa.com/https://ninjasstars.com/https://www.amazon.com/Cause-Impact-Leadership-Discipline-Transforming/dp/B0HFKXSPRQ/ref=sr_1_1?https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Weight-Loss-Print-After/dp/1964913705/ref=sr_1_2?Episode Highlights:2:38 Prioritizing a Busy Life11:42 Discipline Leads to Success23:20 It's All About Hours36:31 Motivating Students42:01 Ninja's Journey53:24 Finding Purpose Through Loss1:00:25 Excuses VS Action: Shifting MindsetsSupport the show

Join On The Range Podcast hosts Rick Hogg of War HOGG Tactical and Mark Kelley of Kelley Defense live from CANCON East 2026 at the Clinton House Shooting Complex in Clinton, South Carolina—the world's largest fully suppressed range day and gun show. Special guest Aaron of U.S. LawShield sits down with Rick and Mark to break down Legal Defense for Self Defense®, what responsibly armed citizens need to understand after a use-of-force incident, and how training, mindset, and legal readiness work together on and off the range.   Recorded on the show floor at CANCON East 2026, this episode is built for concealed carriers, law enforcement, military listeners, instructors, and Second Amendment supporters who want practical insight—not slogans—on self-defense law, firearms training, and personal preparedness.   Join the On The Range Podcast CREW at otrcrew.com for exclusive training videos, bonus content, and support the show.Show & Partner Links On The Range Podcast: https://www.ontherangepodcast.com/ OTR CREW Membership: https://www.otrcrew.com/ Rick Hogg / War HOGG Tactical: https://www.warhogg.com/ Mark Kelley / Kelley Defense: https://www.kelleydefense.com/ U.S. LawShield: https://www.uslawshield.com/ CANCON Events: https://canconevent.com/ CANCON East: https://canconevent.com/east/ Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-range-podcast/id1642873350 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0GBzNxHfhWv0VPlSEkP4Q4 SEO tags: On The Range Podcast, Rick Hogg, Mark Kelley, War HOGG Tactical, Kelley Defense, U.S. LawShield, Aaron U.S. LawShield, CANCON East 2026, Clinton South Carolina, suppressed range day, self-defense law, legal defense for self-defense, concealed carry, Second Amendment, firearms training, law enforcement training, responsibly armed citizens, 1% Better Everyday

In This Hour:--  Would you like to shoot the legendary MP5 submachine gun? James Williamson, from HK, will teach a class at Range Ready Studios, where students shoot the semi-auto version of this iconic subgun, but will also shoot full auto versions.  --  How do you explain the love so many have for "old fashioned" guns like revolvers and lever action rifles?  Jason Clousner has fronted the efforts at Lipseys to showcase classic guns that are still quite shootable.--  A man is arrested for killing four people with a knife. How do you recognize and defend against a knife attack?Gun Talk 10.13.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- While printed magazines are declining a couple of veteran pistol shooters are keeping good story telling alive.  Sheriff Jim Wilson reveals what's behind Gun Tales.--  Sharing stories about revolvers of all kinds.--  He got a revolver 40 years ago but has never shot it.  Why?Gun Talk 10.13.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Why do knowledgeable handgun shooters continue to love the .41 Magnum cartridge? Dave Workman runs it down.--  Don't focus on power and velocity for bear protection, says Rob Leahy, of Simply Rugged holsters.  Large diameter bullets moving more slowly deliver the penetration you need.--  She inherited a revolver from her father, and now she will pass on the family stories to her boys.Gun Talk 10.13.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Why carry a revolver for self protection?--  German company makes an exotic $5000 revolver.--  Why are revolvers good for beginners?Gun Talk 10.13.26 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

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Sam and Jeff examine the death of Jorge Torres Jr. and the case against Sarah Boone, whose claim that a game of hide-and-seek ended in a tragic accident unraveled after investigators found disturbing videos on her phone. The episode follows Boone's shifting account, the couple's documented history of domestic violence, the evidence presented at trial, years of legal delays and attorney changes, and the self-defense argument raised by the defense. The hosts discuss the difficult questions surrounding abuse, accountability, intent, and whether Boone's life sentence fits the crime.

Send us Fan MailIn this engaging conversation, Thomas and his guest explore the nuances of teaching and learning in jiu-jitsu, discussing the significance of titles, the necessity of critical thinking for instructors, and the evolving nature of jiu-jitsu instruction. They also explore the journey of transitioning from a stable career to opening a jiu-jitsu academy and discuss the fears and challenges associated with leaving a secure job, emphasizing the importance of following one's passion and the impact of supportive relationships in making significant life changes.Here is The RŌL Radio with a man that has a degree in education, a third degree bjj black belt under Josh Russell, and the head coach at Authentic Jiu-Jitsu in Calgary, Alberta Canada, Ben Kool.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1600 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radiohttp://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohttps://www.facebook.com/therolradio/https://www.instagram.com/benkooltech/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/authenticjiujitsu/?hl=enhttps://www.youtube.com/@benkooltechhttps://authenticjiujitsu.com/Episode Highlights:2:29 Professor VS Coach Titles or Vibes7:18 Critical Thinking in Jiu-Jitsu16:41 Student Teacher Dynamics20:21 Motivation Beyond Belts24:36 Ben's Journey35:55 Transitioning from a Stable Career to One In Jiu-Jitsu51:17  Effective Communication When Teaching 1:03:43 Respecting Others Time and Commitments1:11:57 Ben's Black Belt PhilosophySupport the show

As young people gain independence, recognizing risk becomes an important part of staying safe. In this episode, Lisa Marker-Robbins talks with S. Gale Bleth about personal safety, situational awareness, and the A.W.A.R.E. Method for building safer habits without limiting independence.In this episode, Lisa and Gale discuss:Building independence while helping young people develop practical safety habitsSituational awareness and everyday risks people may overlookThe A.W.A.R.E. Method for decision-making in unfamiliar situationsPreparing for situations that may escalate beyond awarenessKey Takeaways: Phone use can reduce situational awareness, making it easier to miss risks in places like parking lots while also exposing personal information through social media.The Cooper Color Code of awareness shows how awareness shifts from unawareness in white to heightened awareness in orange and immediate danger in red, while freezing can happen when someone is unprepared.The A.W.A.R.E. method turns awareness into a sequence of actions: be alert, watch, assess, respond, and escape before self-defense becomes necessary.Parents can build safety awareness through stories and real-life scenarios, helping young people think through choices around parties, driving, parking lots, and other situations without relying on lectures. “If you understand to just be aware, then you don't need to be paranoid, because you're going to know what to do if something happens.” – S. Gale BlethAbout S. Gale Bleth: Gale Bleth's career has been built around one mission: helping people stay safe without living in fear. Born in Oakland, California, and raised in a military family, she built her career in education, leadership, and public safety. She spent sixteen years at California State University, East Bay, and sixteen years as a Crime Prevention Specialist with the Hayward Police Department. Since 2000, she has been a certified R.A.D. Systems self-defense instructor, teaching people to recognize danger, trust their instincts, and respond effectively.Episode References:The R.A.D. Systems of Self Defense: https://www.rad-systems.com/Learn more about Launch Career Clarity at https://flourishcoachingco.com/courseGet Lisa's Free on-demand video: THE CAREER IDENTIFICATION COMPASS: How To Be Certain Your 15 To 25 Year Old is On The Right Path to Launch With Confidence–Not Confusion: flourishcoachingco.com/video Connect with Gale:Book: A.W.A.R.E.: A Personal Safety Playbook for Leaving the Nest: https://www.amazon.com/W-R-Personal-Playbook-Leaving/dp/1544551304/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayaware_sgb/Website: https://www.stay-aware.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sgaleblethConnect with Lisa:Website: https://www.flourishcoachingco.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@flourishcoachingcoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/flourishcoachingco/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flourishcoachingco/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flourish-coaching-co

Riding Shotgun With Charlie #261 Chad Barber NRA ARC    At the NRA"s Great American Outdoor Show in February, I met Chad while he was doing a demonstration of the America's Rifle Challenge. When I found out he was only a couple hours north in New Hampshire, I knew we needed to do a show!   Like many others, Chad started shooting as a youth. In Michigan, he was shooting BB guns and .22s. He spent time in the Coast Guard. Then he went to Camp Perry and saw hundreds of people shooting competitions. One of his superiors had a bronze pistol on his uniform and he was very curious about it. He did well with the rifle in the military, but didn't compete. He ended up becoming a firearm instructor early in his career despite being an introvert.    Chad spent a lot of time teaching the fundamentals of marksmanship. Many students want to get to the fun and fast shooting, but they haven't learned to hit the bull's eye. It's easier to shoot an 8 inch circle running around than it is to hit a 10-ring. The traditional shooting sports are much more difficult.    Once he was bitten by the competition bug, he got more into instructing, becoming a range safety officer and a chief range safety officer, as well. He spent a lot of time teaching at police academies as the instructor and coach. His career brought him up and down the east coast and all around the country. Once he got to New England, he thought it was going to be bad. But the area was much better than he thought. He found there's many great ranges, facilities, and competitions that were easier to get to in the small New England states.    Being responsible for six competitive shooting teams at two ranges with the Coast Guard, kept him very busy. One range was nearly condemned. They applied the NRA's range development operations and made it safer for everyone.    Working with the varsity pistol team made him hone in on his coaching skills. When trigger weight is measured in grams, the team of shooters really have to be on top of things. This helped Chad learn more about the mechanics of shootings and the mental game of shooting.    Over time, he developed a sense of mentoring and coaching that could take someone who was new to shooting or had little experience and get them to have a near perfect or perfect score within a day or two.     When the NRA reached out to Chad about starting the ARC program, he needed to get the program immediately. He was tasked with having some national competitions within a few months. This meant it was time to dive into all the rule books for all the various disciplines, learning the terminology for each, seeing which crossover, and developing rules for ARC.    The ARC program is up and running right now. You can find where to take a course at their website below. If you're new to ARs, if you've been shooting ARs, you'll find something that you'll benefit from. The program takes shooters from shooting at close range to stretching out to 25, 50 and 100 yards. You'll be shooting in different positions. A great thing about the program is if you're at an age where you don't really have the mobility you used to, you can take the Level 1 program and adopt it to shoot from a different position. It also accommodates ranges that only have 25 yard ranges.    Chad has some great stories about shooting 600 yards at Camp Perry with an unsighted rifle. Getting some shooters who nearly all failed the qualification, then taking them to all but one getting a perfect score. One with him teaching his higher up with just some .22 and 40 cal ammunition. If you're looking for something new to do with your AR, America's Rifle Challenge is for you.   Favorite quotes: "There are people who don't want to shoot the traditional sports because they're too hard." "We're not running around walls, engaging a gang of nine, doing double taps." "It doesn't discount the fundamentals of marksmanship."  "The competitive shooting world is fun, but it's fickle. But its also a sport that will invite anybody to anything." "Exercise your Rights through competition." NRA ARC website https://arc.nra.org/   NRA ILA https://www.nraila.org/   NRA https://home.nra.org/   NRA on FB https://www.facebook.com/NRA   NRA on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/NRAVideos   NRA on IG https://instagram.com/NRA   NRA on X https://x.com/nra 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

Today Patty welcomes Amanda Alvarez, a Puerto Rico–raised neuroscientist, salsa dancer, and founder of LaBori Boxing, a Dallas-based nonprofit offering free boxing training for youth 18 and under plus STEM education and career exposure. Alvarez shares how she began boxing at 17, studied neuroscience at NYU, earned a PhD at UT Dallas, and built Laboré to remove economic and geographic barriers for East Dallas kids after community-building salsa classes during COVID. The gym provides low-contact training, recently received a donated ring, partners with local nonprofits and schools, and has served 400+ students with about 150 weekly participants. She discusses brain benefits of boxing, safety compared with football, women's self-defense classes, and student outcomes including nursing program connections and support for families. Connect with Amanda:laboriboxing.comDONATE HERE@labori_boxing@brainsandboxingEpisode Highlights:00:00 Meet Amanda Alvarez01:21 How Boxing Began04:42 Neuroscience Meets Boxing06:01 Brain Benefits and Safety09:23 Meaning of Labore10:51 Why She Started the Gym15:40 Funding and Growth18:10 Impact Stories and STEM Wins22:54 Self Defense for Women24:30 Kids Stress and Confidence29:34 Vision for the Future31:34 Rapid Fire Fun34:26 Wrap Up and Next Guest 

What does it really mean to protect your family?In this episode of Real Talk with Sensei Nick, I'm joined by author, martial artist, and longtime friend Jason Brick for a conversation that challenges the way many martial artists think about self-defense. We often spend years learning how to defend ourselves, but what changes when you're responsible for protecting someone else?Jason shares the story behind his book, Safest Family on the Block, and explains how becoming a father completely changed the way he viewed personal protection. From practical family safety strategies to the emotional realities of parenting, this conversation explores how martial arts principles extend far beyond the dojo and into everyday life.We also discuss the role of fear, preparation, situational awareness, and why the best self-defense often starts long before a confrontation ever takes place. Whether you're a parent, an instructor, or simply someone who wants to better protect the people around you, there's something in this conversation that will make you think.In this episode, we discuss:• Why protecting a child is completely different from protecting yourself.• The inspiration behind Safest Family on the Block.• Practical family safety habits that every parent can begin teaching today.• Why repetition and realistic training matter more than complicated techniques.• Helping children respond instead of freeze during stressful situations.• The importance of situational awareness and planning ahead.• How martial arts teaches us to manage fear instead of being controlled by it.• The balance between confidence, humility, and keeping our ego in check.• Why good instructors adapt their teaching to the individual rather than forcing everyone into the same mold.• The value of creating a family culture centered on awareness, communication, and preparation.Key TakeawayThe greatest form of self-defense isn't winning a fight—it's preventing one. Martial arts gives us the mindset to recognize danger early, prepare for the unexpected, and make thoughtful decisions that keep ourselves and the people we love safe. Sometimes the strongest move isn't throwing a punch at all—it's having a plan before anything ever happens.If this conversation gave you something to think about, I'd love to hear your perspective. Share this episode with another parent, instructor, or martial artist, and let's continue building stronger families and stronger communities together.You can reach me at tabersmartialarts@gmail.com.Thanks for listening to Real Talk with Sensei Nick. I'm rooting for you.

In This Hour:-- Should you plan to actually kill an active killer?--  Keeping water, mud and snow out of your rifle barrel.--  Commemorate the Sept. 11 attacks by being able to protect your family.Gun Talk 09.06.26  After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Is it possible to use too much lubricant on your gun? What happens if you do?  Steve Tapia from SLIP 2000 explains how to choose and use a gun lube.--  A drug-crazed beast was beating him to death, but a neighbor with a gun showed up and ended the assault.--  Even when you don't plan to buy a gun, sometimes one just follows you home.Gun Talk 09.06.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Major news from the U.S. Department of Justice as it files briefs supporting AR-15 rifles and ads a gun rights attorney to head the Second Amendment Section in the Civil Rights Division.  Hannah Hill from the National Association For Gun Rights explains how that happened.-- President Trump issued pardons to five people who had been jailed for supposed gun crimes, but who really were victims of the Biden-era ATF, which set out to shut down gun stores and make examples of anyone it could fake evidence on.  Lee Williams, known as The Gun Writer, spent years exposing the corruption and reveals the rot at ATF, and the moves to seek presidential pardons.--  New study by Georgetown University professor documents that Americans own 40 million AR-15 rifles and that far more than previously thought have defended themselves with guns.Gun Talk 09.06.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

Officer Wayne James studied criminal justice and psychology in college, always knew he wanted to work in law enforcement, and has spent four years as a correction officer at Nassau County Correctional Center — building a firsthand understanding of prison politics, inmate behavior, and the specific daily reality of what life inside a county correctional facility actually looks like from the officer managing it. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, he shares what his upbringing gave him that protected him from going down the wrong path, what working inside Nassau County Jail really looks like, what prison politics and the culture behind slashings actually involve, what the difference between working with male and female inmates actually requires of an officer, and what building genuine respect from inmates actually looks like from the person who has to do it every single shift. _____________________________________________ #correctionalofficers #nassaucounty #truecrimestories #prisonguard _____________________________________________ Connect with Wayne James: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officer_waynejames/ Buy his Book: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Perception-Wayne-Daion-James/dp/B0H2X48VBT?tag=smgglusdsadts-20&ref=&adgrpid=195855865845&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=812900394363&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2786760930931149643&hvqmt=a&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9016137&hvtargid=kwl-2484167636399&hvext=373771806062&hvcampaign=23946688003&hydadcr=17332_13842016_2502554&mcid=&hvocijid=2786760930931149643--&hvexpln=0&language=en_US _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Officer Wayne James 00:33 Growing Up in a Two-Parent Household 01:47 Martial Arts and Discipline 02:17 The Importance of Structure 02:58 Early Dream of Law Enforcement 04:07 Degrees in Sociology and Pre-Law 05:48 Applying Education on the Job 07:14 Balancing Professional Distance and Respect 08:38 Sharing Personal Background with Inmates 10:32 The No-Snitching Trap 13:02 Defining Snitching vs. Self-Preservation 14:56 The Cost of Not Taking a Deal 15:56 Discovering Snitches in Jail 16:29 Path to Corrections 17:24 Starting at Age 28 18:52 Nassau County Correctional Facility Overview 20:55 One Person Per Cell Policy 21:00 Safety Benefits of Single Cells 23:26 Countering the Buddy System Argument 25:16 Classification Issues in Prisons 27:21 Building More Prisons vs. Reform 28:29 Open Dorms and Gladiator School 29:51 The Culture of Slashing 31:05 Prison Politics and Rules 33:31 Psychology of Claiming Phones 34:18 Why Not More Phones? 36:34 Awaiting Trial and Conviction Rates 37:31 Court Accuracy in Bail Decisions 38:56 Genuinely Bad People 39:59 Encounter with an MS-13 Leader 41:21 Interacting with Violent Offenders 42:24 Fear and Self-Defense 43:52 Officers Killed by Inmates 45:07 Power Trips and Bad Officers 47:44 Female Officers Supervising Males 50:55 Female Inmate Charges and Behavior 52:00 Evil in Women vs. Men 53:39 Wrongful Convictions and Evil Acts 54:13 Central Park Five and Prison Trauma 55:29 Shower Safety and Surveillance 56:33 Need for Standardized Prison Operations 58:03 Overtime and Officer Safety 59:04 Why Not Hire More Staff? 59:55 Pay and Overtime Addiction 01:01:19 Consequences of Refusing Overtime 01:01:44 Notable Inmates: Nicki Minaj's Brother and Fentanyl King 01:03:43 Respectful Dangerous Inmates 01:05:11 Sharing Meals with Inmates 01:07:12 Chess and Double Homicide 01:08:31 Everyone Is One Accusation Away 01:10:45 Talented Inmates and Narrow Minds 01:13:30 Learned Helplessness and the Doll Test 01:15:45 Historical Oppression and Inferiority 01:16:50 Parenting as the Root Solution 01:18:12 Challenges of Single Parenting 01:20:15 Leaving Corrections for Policing 01:21:47 Inmate vs. Incarcerated Individual 01:24:29 Parenting as the Overall Solution 01:25:59 Should Police Work Corrections First? 01:27:43 Final Thoughts and Book Promotion _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

On this episode Tim & Ian are joined by Andrew Branca, Ashleigh Merchant, Richie McGinniss, & Matt Miller to discuss The Lindsay Clancy trial resulting in a mistrial Defense Lawyers experience working with evil clients Questions about use of force & self defense Guests:  Andrew Branca @TheBrancaShow (X) Ashleigh Merchant @AshleighMerchan (X) Richie McGinniss @RichieMcGinniss (X) Matt Miller @mattmiller757 (X) Richie McGinniss is an independent journalist, filmmaker, and former chief video director at The Daily Caller, known for his on-the-ground coverage of the 2020 unrest in places including Kenosha, Portland, and Seattle's CHAZ/CHOP. Matt Miller is a Washington, D.C.-based journalist and political commentator who serves as editor-in-chief of PolitiBrawl and has previously worked with The Washington Examiner and The Daily Caller. Andrew Branca is an attorney and legal commentator who specializes in U.S. self-defense and use-of-force law. He is the author of The Law of Self Defense and has spent decades teaching and analyzing self-defense law, including as a former guest instructor at the FBI National Academy Ashleigh Merchant is a Georgia criminal defense attorney who gained national attention representing Trump co-defendant Michael Roman and leading the effort to disqualify Fulton County DA Fani Willis from the Georgia election case. She previously worked as a public defender and has handled numerous high-profile criminal cases.

The Justice Department has charged an ICE officer with lying to investigators about the shooting of a Venezuelan migrant in Minneapolis. The Washington Post’s Jeremy Roebuck explains why the case has raised further questions. Social Security benefits face an automatic cut of nearly a quarter in 2032 unless lawmakers act. The Wall Street Journal’s Richard Rubin discusses why the program is facing insolvency and what Congress is proposing. Players cut from NFL training camps are seeking to return to college teams under a recent NCAA rule. CBS Sports’s Richard Johnson details the legal fight escalating in the SEC. Plus, Vice President JD Vance led his first White House press briefing since July, the Trump administration is preparing to break ground on a 250-foot triumphal arch, and Gloria Steinem has died at 92. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

Send us Fan MailIn this conversation, Thomas' guest shares his journey in jiu-jitsu, starting from his introduction to the sport in 1993 in São Paulo. He discusses the evolution of Jiu-Jitsu, the importance of competition, and how it has shaped his life and teaching philosophy. He emphasizes the need for clear communication belt promotions and the varying learning paces of students. He also shares how losing a job he worked so hard to achieve changed his course in life to becoming a full-time jiu-jitsu athlete and coach.Here is The RŌL Radio with a multi-time world champion, a 5th degree balc belt under Fabio Gurgel, and the owner of Excellence Jiu-Jitsu in Torrance California, Eduardo Santoro.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1600 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radiohttp://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohttps://www.facebook.com/therolradio/https://www.esjjsouthbay.com/https://www.instagram.com/esjjsouthbayhttps://www.youtube.com/@esjjsouthbayEpisode Highlights:2:50 Eduardo's Jiu-Jitsu Beginings7:33 The Evolution of the Sport14:07 The Importance of Competition25:21 Chasing Belts 32:09 Student's Growth and the Instructors's Role35:38 Jiu-Jitsu Becomes Eduardo's Future41:20 Starting Over in the US49:17 Continuous Learning54:24 The Significance of the Black BeltSupport the show

In This Hour:-- Will shooting competition matches hurt your survival chances in a gunfight?  Noted trainer Steve Tarani knows this question from both sides.--  Preserve the memories of family members who have owned and used "family guns."--  Rather than giving guns to grandchildren, consider gifting a shooting lesson or a school.Gun Talk 8-30-26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Why do guns stop working? Noted gunsmith Dave Fink, from Finks Guns, explains what's required to keep your pistol running.--  The Justice Department now has a process where those who lost their gun rights after conviction of a crime can get them back.--  How to have the conversation about guns when a loved one shows signs of dementia. Gun Talk 08-30-26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:--  Dolly Parton not only carried a gun for protection, but she used it in self defense. --  How to store your carry gun at night.--  How hot is too hot to shoot?Gun Talk 8-30-26 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

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Welcome back to another episode of Everyone Needs an Aquarius! On today's show, Dom and D Dom sit down for an unfiltered, high-energy session covering everything from hilarious personal chaos to critical social justice issues. First, Dom breaks down a wild story about a poolside propane grill disaster that resulted in singed arms and sacrificed wigs. But once the smoke clears, the conversation turns to the sports world, breaking down Enes Kanter's controversial presence at a Chicago Sky game, trans rights in sports, and the ongoing fight against misogyny in women's athletics. They take a deep dive into the heartbreaking legal outcome of the Keisha Golden case, examining how systemic racial bias continuously penalizes victims of domestic violence when they act in self-defense. Finally, stick around as they break down relationship red flags on Married at First Sight, viral social media clout-chasing scandals, and recent celebrity breakups. 0:00 - Poolside Propane Grill Mishap & Hair Disasters 3:32 -  Enes Kanter WNBA Controversy 6:49 - Trans Rights in Sports, Misogyny & Fan Antics 12:03 - Royce White's Troubled Journey & Player Safety Standards 26:26 - Spider-Man Impersonator Steps In Minneapolis 30:17 - Remembering the Legacies of Dolly Parton & Tim Curry 37:48 - Married at First Sight Deep Dive: Red Flags & Dynamics 1:01:59 - Faking Success for Clout: The Duke PA Program Scandal 1:09:49 - Gary, Indiana Power Outages & Stadium Conspiracy Theories 1:12:53 - Systemic Bias, Self-Defense & The Keisha Golden Case 1:24:19 - Joey BadA$$ and Serayah: Public Breakups and Relationship Turmoil    Brand new voicemail: ‪(314) 649-3113‬ Subscribe to the Everyone Needs an Aquarius Patreon https://bit.ly/3tXnnCz  Email the show at straightolc@gmail.com           Follow SOLC Network online Instagram: https://bit.ly/39VL542                                    Twitter: https://bit.ly/39aL395                                     Facebook: https://bit.ly/3sQn7je                            To Listen to the podcast Podbean https://bit.ly/3t7SDJH                                YouTube http://bit.ly/3ouZqJU                                Spotify http://spoti.fi/3pwZZnJ                                Apple http://apple.co/39rwjD1                                                         IHeartRadio http://ihr.fm/2L0A2y   

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In This Hour:-- You can take a class on shooting the AR-15 rifle and actually keep the brand new rifle.  Travis Gibson will be teaching this latest "Experience" at Range Ready Studios.-- Every rifle needs a sling, but why does that apply to the AR-15?--  Try targets that force you to find and identify the correct bullseye.Gun Talk 08-23-26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:--  Why do you miss when hitting is so easy?--  Gun owners tend to not vote, so how can they be motivated to go to the polls?--  What's the proper way to break in a new pistol?Gun Talk 08-23-26 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- This is the best year in history for the Second Amendment.  Noted scholar Stephen Halbrook explains why.-- Smaller pistols may not be as powerful, but many have gravitated to them because they are easy to carry.--  Despite the dire warnings from the gun-ban lobby, the FBI reports that murders are at an all-time low.Gun Talk 08.23.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- World Champion competition shooter Rob Leatham reveals how to shoot better.-- A federal judge strikes down the ban on so-called "ghost guns." Bill Sack from the Second Amendment Foundation details what this means.--  Despite a popular saying, slow and smooth is not fast.  It's just slow.Gun Talk 08.23.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Ammo supplies are lower, but prices have not gone up. Are we about to see a jump in the cost of ammmunition? Dan Wolgin of Ammunition Depot dives into it.--  His FN pistol just wasn't reliable.  Would the company fixed it?--  Swapping out recoil springs on semi-auto pistols can change they way they feel and increase reliabilty.  Plus, it's cheap.Gun Talk 08.16.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.