Getting To Know Meprolight
Meprolight’s Eric Suarez joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham for this episode. The guys are discussing Eric’s military background, his journey in the...
Revolutionizing the J-Frame Revolver
How do you improve an icon? Smith & Wesson and Lipsey’s have teamed up to release the Ultimate Carry J-Frame and Lipsey’s Jason Cloessner joined Gun Talk’s...
7mm PRC: Balancing Velocity & Accuracy
In reloading the 7mm PRC, how do you determine case fill to achieve good velocity, but without a sacrifice in accuracy? In this Guns & Gear Bonus Tip, Kevin...
Historical Guns: Smith & Wesson ‘Baby Russian’
Smith & Wesson Historian MIke Helms joins Guns & Gear’s Ryan Gresham in the studio to check out the Smith & Wesson .38 Single-Action, better known as the...
FN Sues Ruger, Legit?
Join us on Gun Talk LIVE as hosts Ryan Gresham and Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin chat about a recent lawsuit filed on behalf of FN America against Ruger. Ryan details...
Knife Skills & Why They Matter
One of our friends - and favorite guests - Rob Cabrera of Outlier Knife Co. joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham to discuss knives, their deployment, knife...
Developing a Custom Load
As a reloader developing a custom cartridge, finding your rifling and determining your seating depth is critical. In this Guns & Gear Bonus Tip, Kevin “KJ”...
How Long Will Magnum Brass Last?
As a reloader, how do you know when your brass shouldn’t be reused? In this Guns & Gear Bonus Tip, Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin visits with Kent Sakamoto of Hodgdon...
Iguanas, Turkeys & More With EOTECH
Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is joined in the studio by EOTECH’s John Bailey, and they are discussing turkey hunting, iguana hunting, new products...
The Shoot SIG Match at Range Ready
Shoot SIG recently made a stop at Gun Talk’s Range Ready Studios in Robert, Louisiana, and SIG’s Phil Strader (along with Max Michel) walks through what...
Rediscovering The Love of Hunting
Gun Talk’s own Chris Cerino joins Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin for this episode of Gun Talk Hunt. Fresh off a successful season, where Chris renewed his love for...
Why Fighting Revolvers Still Matter
Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham is joined by American Fighting Revolver’s Bryan Eastridge to discuss what the company does, their mission, and their quest to...
7mm PRC: Picking the Right Powder
So you’re wanting to load 7mm PRC, but don’t know where to begin when it comes to powder? In this Guns & Gear Bonus Tip, Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin visits with...
Smith & Wesson Ultimate Carry J-Frame
Smith & Wesson and Lipsey’s have teamed up to release the Ultimate Carry J-Frame and S&W’s Andrew Gore joined Gun Talk’s Ryan Gresham on the range at Range...
Catching Up With John Correia
Active Self Protection’s John Corriea joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham in the studio. John is a very interesting guest with a fascinating story and the...
Researching Load Data
As a reloader, when researching load data for a new caliber or hard-to-find chambering, how do you get the right information? In this Guns & Gear Bonus Tip...
Bolt Hard to Close? This Could Be Why
As a reloader, you’ve got your finished round, and it doesn’t want to cam over and your bolt is really hard to close. Why would this be? In this Guns & Gear...
Build Box Bonus: PCC Suppressor Tips
From the Build Box Nook of Knowledge, Ryan Gresham covers some setup tips for those considering running a suppressor on a fixed-barrel pistol caliber carbine...
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...
Big Buck Stories + Top Hunting Gear
Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin sits down with Aaron Oelger of Hodgdon Powder Company to swap some stories from an eventful deer season. Plus, the guys...
Bulletproof Pillows, Officers & Acorns + More
Join us on Gun Talk LIVE as hosts Ryan Gresham and Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin chat about a recent situation involving officers and an acorn. Plus, does a bulletproof..
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...
Build Box Bonus: AR Gas Systems Insight
From the Build Box Nook of Knowledge, special guest Clint Hanson of Ballistic Advantage discusses why 18” Hanson barrels do not include a rifle-length gas...
Air Rifle Fun, ‘Takin’ Bacon’ & More
Our good friend Roy Hill of Swanson Russell joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham for this episode. Roy and Ryan are discussing Roy’s history as a longtime...
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...