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...
Essential Gun Safety Kit for First-Time Gun Owners
Discover the START by Regal program—an all-in-one solution for first-time gun owners who want to prioritize firearm safety, responsibility, and value. This...
Double Stack 1911s, Training, and Tactical Performance
Gun Talk Nation welcomes Jay Duncan of Jacob Grey Firearms to explore the cutting-edge world of double stack 1911s and the Jacob Grey Experience, a unique...
Turkey Hunting Tactics, Gear & Rattlesnakes
Get ready for turkey season with Gun Talk Hunt host KJ and Gun Talk’s own Matt Johnson. From early morning strategies to gear must-haves like Sitka’s...
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...
Irons to Dots: Training with the Ruger RXM and Vortex Defender ST
Discover how shooters are making the leap from traditional iron sights to red dot optics with the Ruger RXM. In this immersive range experience, students...
Celebrities, Firearms, and African Hunts
On this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham is joined by Tom Gresham for a wide-ranging discussion about celebrity gun culture, Hollywood's evolving...
Breaking Into the Safest Gun Vault
How easy and how long does it take to break into the SnapSafe GlideVault? Chris Cerino attempts to steal all Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin's cash in a limited timeframe.
Insane Trick Shot: Bullet Fired Into Another Gun’s Barrel
What happens when you try to shoot a bullet into the barrel of another gun? We got our hands on a super slow-motion camera to find out! Watch as Chris...
The Right Gun Case?
How do you pick the right gun case? With so many options, which is the correct one for your rig? Gun Talk’s Ryan Gresham goes over the new options from...
Poaching Bigfoot
KJ embarks on a solo edition of Gun Talk Hunt to discuss poaching and how it almost gripped him at a young age. Plus, KJ shares a story that is so wild...
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...
Must-Have Kifaru 44 Mag Pack & Backcountry Prep
On this episode of Gun Talk Hunt, host KJ is joined by Kenneth Thrall of Kifaru International to talk all things packs—especially the highly anticipated 44...
Winning With America’s Rifle
John Hatcher of Sun and Shadow joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham to discuss maximizing performance - and winning competitions - with AR-type rifles. John...
NEW PRODUCT! T4E Walther PDP Optics Ready
Want to train force-on-force with a red dot pistol but there's none out there? Umarex and T4E launched the Walther PDP optics-ready model, and it's as good...
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...
Been There, Done That With Paul Pluff
Our good friend Paul Pluff of Ruger joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham for this episode. Paul is a firearms industry veteran with stories galore. Listen...
Things to Know Before Installing the SnapSafe Trunk Safe II
You better know what you're getting into before leaving your valuables in your vehicle. Chris Cerino shows off the SnapSafe Trunk Safe II when installing it...
African Hunts & Disastrous Media Trips
On this episode of Gun Talk Hunt, host KJ sits down with Paul Pluff of Ruger to dive into thrilling African hunting adventures. Paul shares stories from his...
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...
Bear Hunting Tips + New Vortex Viper Shotgun Red Dot
In this episode of Gun Talk Hunt, host KJ sits down with Mark Boardman of Vortex Optics to dive into the world of optics, bear hunting tactics, and the...
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...
Leupold VX-6HD Gen 2: Unmatched Clarity and Precision
Discover the exceptional performance of the Leupold VX-6HD Gen 2 riflescope. With its Professional-Grade Optical System, 6:1 zoom ratio, and illuminated...
Hunting Hacks They DON'T Want You to Know!
Oh look, another hunting video! But wait—this one actually has real tips, real gear talk, and real reasons why you shouldn’t be the guy who forgets his ammo...
A Dynamic Parking Lot Shootout!
In this episode of First Person Defender, we focus on the challenges of a dynamic violent scenario where quick decisions are the difference between life and...
Woman Forced to Shoot Carjacker!
In this episode of First Person Defender, we focus on the challenges of transitional areas, particularly entering and exiting a car. Our Defender, Laura, is...
Building a Gun Room?
Interested in a gun room? First Person Defender’s Chris Cerino showcases an assortment of products from Secure It, and discusses different ideas when it...
Be Ready. Decentralized Gun Storage
First Person Defender’s Chris Cerino discusses “decentralized gun storage” concepts utilizing SecureIt’s Fast Box Model 47. In this FPD Bonus Tip, Chris...
Crazed Man Hiding in the Closet!
Our Defender, Brad, is well-trained, well-prepared and willing to defend himself. In this episode, we put Brad through two different scenarios that will...
Sudden Home Invasion Attack!
Our Defender, Brian is no stranger to First Person Defender. He’s worked behind the camera on several episodes, trained at Range Ready, and is fairly prepared..
Man Ambushed With Shotgun!
“If this, then that.” You can never be too prepared and you never know what kind of danger lurks out there, even during mundane daily tasks. Our Defender...
Nightclub Bouncer Faces Armed Patron!
Our Defender, Willis, is a real-life bouncer in New Orleans, so he’s used to tense situations with unknown individuals. A former Marine and aspiring EMT...
Violent Knife Attack In Coffee Shop!
Fight or flee? This is the question that our Defender, Chris, is going to have to answer in this episode of First Person Defender. Chris has a military...
Shootout at the Gun Store Counter!
Our Defender, Gary, is fairly new to concealed carry and he’s in a dynamic and dangerous situation. This scenario will remind you of the gun shop scene in...
When Zombies Attack!! FPD-Z
After wrapping up a season of Gun Talk’s First Person Defender (FPD), Ryan and KJ are the last ones at the range…or so they think. Something strange is going...
Man Saves Wife From Active Shooter!
Our Defender, Chris, is a civil engineer and a dedicated family man. He has some firearms training, but no force-on-force experience. He’s picking his wife...
Man Shoots Domestic Abuser!
Our Defender, Trent, was asked by his friend Shirley to come by because she was under threat by her abusive boyfriend. The police are called, and the abuser...
Man Wakes Up To Home Invasion!
Your home is your castle, but are you ready to defend it? What happens when you wake up and the threat is already inside? Our Defender, Travis, is highly...
Mass Shooter Opens Fire at the Mall!
Our Defender, Jake, is a small business owner and FPD veteran who finds himself at the wrong, (or right?), place and time. He’s showing up at a local mall...
Retention Shooting Tips
In this First Person Defender® Training Tip, presented by Springfield Armory, Chris Cerino is discussing and demonstrating shooting from retention, including...
‘Orange You Glad You Know This Drill?’
In this First Person Defender® Training Tip, presented by HK, Chris Cerino is discussing and demonstrating his “orange guy drill” which focuses on a blend of...
Man Attacked at the Pharmacy!
Our Defender, Kevin, is an experienced participant, so we made it extra tough on him. How will Kevin perform when the stakes are high, the danger is...
Preview: Man Attacked at the Pharmacy!
Our Defender, Kevin, is an experienced participant, so we made it extra tough on him. How will Kevin perform when the stakes are high, the danger is...
Barricade Positional Shooting Tips
In this First Person Defender® Training Tip, presented by HK, Chris Cerino is discussing and demonstrating different positional shooting exercises when...
Man Encounters Assassination!
Our Defender, Gilbert is presented with an unusual situation. A man in front of him decides to assassinate another, and Gilbert has to decide…engage or not?...
Preview: Man Encounters Assassination!
Our Defender, Gilbert is presented with an unusual situation. A man in front of him decides to assassinate another, and Gilbert has to decide…engage or not?
‘Put That In Your Stovepipe!’
In this First Person Defender® Training Tip, presented by Ruger, Chris Cerino is discussing and demonstrating how a “stovepipe” malfunction can occur, and...
Mother Attacked at Grocery Store!
Our Defender, Georgia is leaving the grocery store with children in tow when they are approached by a strange man who gets in between her and her kids. Will...