Are Factory Guns Good Enough?
Do you think factory platforms are good enough to compete at a high level? Discover expert tips on improving your pistol shooting skills with world champion...
Maintain Your Bolt Carrier Group
How do you know if your bolt carrier group (BCG) needs work? From replacing the gas rings to testing the BCG, BUILD BOX’s Chris Cerino illustrates what to...
Federal Syntech Training Ammo
Gun Talk’s Ryan Gresham showcases Federal’s Syntech Training Ammo, which offers a full list of features - including that it is ballistically matched to...
Who Owns the Night?
You do if you have the proper equipment. Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin and Ryan Gresham chat about a recent night hunting adventure in south Texas. Ryan took out...
Doctor's Office Violence!
A doctor's visit turns violent for Sara. What seems routine turns into a violent attack when you least expect it. Is she prepared to stand and fight, or is...
Ryan HATES Appendix Carry!
Why do so many people hate appendix carry? Join Ryan Gresham on this Gun Talk Nation solo episode as he explores the practicality of revolver carry and why...
First Look: Ruger LC Carbine 10mm
What is the Ruger LC Carbine 10mm all about? Chris Cerino details how effective the 10mm round is for a great home defense option, especially in a carbine...
Lube or Grease an AR?
Which parts of an AR should you lubricate? There are many types of lubrication, and Chris Cerino details where to lubricate your AR when putting it all...
Riton 3 Tactix MPRO
Today's modern pistol demands a modern optic. The Riton 3 Tactix MPRO pairs nicely with the Savage Stance XR. Ryan Gresham details the latest micro red dot...
Hunting Season Set-Up
What tools is KJ taking to the field this season? Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin discusses his top two options that he is set to take to the field...
What to Look for in a CCW
Do you know what to look for when considering a concealed carry option? Chris Cerino shares details, using the HK CC9, that you should consider before your...
This is Too Small!
Have you ever said that your g** is too small to shoot accurately? Chris Cerino takes the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 and runs the 5X5 Drill. You have to...
A ‘Less-Than-Free-State’ Build
Are you moving to a state that requires over-the-top gun restrictions? That is the task for this AR15 build. Watch as the crew turns this non-compliant AR...
Hunting Ghosts in Oregon
It's difficult to hunt something you can't see. Gun Talk’s Gary Killingsworth joins KJ on the show to discuss his recent backcountry hunt in the Oregon...
Blown Up in Combat!
What's it like to get blown up...multiple times? Dive into a thrilling episode of Gun Talk Nation as host Ryan Gresham sits down with SecureIt’s Josh Kinser...
Savage Stance XR QRO System
What is the Quick Release Optic (QRO) System on the Savage Stance XR? Brett McKenna of Savage Arms details what separates the QRO System from Savage Arms...
MTM Case-Gard Essentials for Reloaders
MTM Case-Gard continues to deliver innovative reloader products with the Primer Flipper Square and Powder Keg. These products offer convenient storage and...
Benelli Lupo HPR - Why Would You Spend $2,900?
Should you spend $2,900 on the Benelli Lupo HPR? KJ offers some insight on Benelli’s new tackdriving long-range hunting rifle. A surprise guest joins in to...
Teaching Kids Hunting and Shooting Skills
Discover why introducing children to shooting and hunting is essential for preserving the Second Amendment. In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham...
Concealed Carry with the Savage Stance XR
The Savage Stance XR is brand new and is put to the test. Concealed Carry courses teach students the value of training with the tools you plan to carry...
Polling Station Shooting!
A shooting breaks out while voters are casting their ballots. What should you do? As with every FPD episode, the intensity is high, the training is valuable...
Big Time AR Upgrade
Does anyone else have an outdated, overweight AR? Denton has an outdated AR that needs a facelift. The BUILD BOX gang sets out to turn this AR into a hunting...
Go Home Oklahoma, You're Drunk!
Why did Oklahoma raise the price of hunting licenses so much? Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin and Thomas Allen chat about the adverse effects of such a move and what...
Domestic Abuse in Broad Daylight!
Zoe believes in the right to protect herself. In this First Person Defender episode, domestic violence erupts in broad daylight. Is Zoe prepared to defend...
Have Cover. Give Commands. Be Ready to Shoot.
In this First Person Defender Bonus Tip, Chris Cerino discusses and demonstrates engaging a threat from a position of advantage - where you have cover, and...
How Many 2x4s to Stop a 9mm?
Can drywall and 2x4s really protect you from incoming gunfire? The answer might surprise you. In this First Person Defender Bonus Tip, we dive deep into the...
Shooting Without Vision, Is It Possible?
In this special bonus, we test shooting accuracy when vision is compromised — simulating scenarios where your prescription glasses are lost, knocked off, or...
Surviving the Ambush
Step into a high-stress, force-on-force scenario where an unsuspecting participant faces a surprise active shooter in a realistic training environment.
Store Robbery: Armed Citizen Responds
What would you do in a high-stress store robbery with multiple armed threats? In this episode of First Person Defender, Aaron faces a dynamic armed robbery...
Carjacking Happens FAST
How do you react when you're faced with a carjacker, especially with your family in the car? This high-intensity training episode from First Person Defender...
Mentally Unstable Attacker with a Knife
In this First Person Defender scenario, a man walks out of a bathroom and straight into a dangerous situation: a visibly unstable individual ranting...
Road Rage Turns Violent
What starts as a minor fender bender quickly escalates when a driver refuses to back down—and one woman is forced to make a life-or-death decision. In this...
1911 Grip Safety Build-Up
In this First Person Defender® Training Tip, presented by Springfield Armory, Chris Cerino is discussing issues that some shooters can have with fully...
Self-Defense Gone Wrong?
What happens when good intentions lead to dangerous decisions? A gunfight breaks out when Josh steps in to stop a mailman robbery.
Brutal Hostage Carjacking
In this episode of First Person Defender, Neil and Stephannie Weidner from Active Self Protection face every defender’s nightmare—not once, but twice.
Can She Escape Without a Gun?
What happens when you're unarmed and trapped in a car during a violent encounter? In this intense episode of First Person Defender, Shirley faces a...
Fake Delivery Person Attacks!
In this episode of First Person Defender, we throw Michael into a high-pressure force-on-force training scenario known as the Hooded Box Drill. Watch as he’s...
Violent Highway Robbery Gone Wrong
In this intense First Person Defender scenario, James and his wife stop to help a stranded motorist, only to face a terrifying armed robbery. What starts as...
Home Invasion Turned Violent: Armed Woman Fights Back
What happens when a regular person is attacked in their bedroom? In this intense episode of First Person Defender, Natasha walks into what should be her safe...
First Person Defender Season 14: Coming in Hot!
A new season of First Person Defender is here. Season 14 is the wildest, most intense season yet, and if you’re an FPD fan, you know that’s saying something!
Three HK Options - What’s Right For You?
Which HK is right for you? Chris Cerino details the HK CC9, HK VP9, and HK M556A1. If you're interested in a new HK for home protection or self-defense and...
Situational Awareness & Training
In this First Person Defender Bonus, Mike Darter from CCW Safe presents a critical message about the importance of situational awareness for concealed...
Be Polite, Be Courteous…Be Safe
In this First Person Defender Bonus, Mike Darter from CCW Safe offers some sage advice for communicating with authorities in the aftermath of a critical...
The Real Cost of Self-Defense
What is the actual cost of a self-defense situation? If you defend yourself in a self-defense scenario, the costs will mount. Mike Darter of CCW Safe and...
What is a Micro Compact Pistol?
How does a micro compact compare against a compact and full size? HK announced their newest micro compact, the HK CC9, but is it really that small? Chris...
Shot the Wrong Guy? A Self-Defense Reaction
What would happen if you shot the wrong person? Mike Darter of CCW Safe and Ryan Gresham react to a First Person Defender scenario that deals with mistaken...
NEW Concealed Carry Range Drill
You need a new range drill to test you skills. Chris Cerino offers up a new drill utilizing the newest HK CC9. Watch if you are in need of a drill to spice...
Camper Carry
Is it possible to mount a holster to the bed of your truck? Can you defend yourself if you find yourself camping in the back of your truck? Chris Cerino...