Do You Need Carry Insurance?
Should you have concealed carry insurance? PJ Hermosa of U.S. LawShield joins Gun Talk Radio’s Tom Gresham on the show to discuss the armed citizens’...
A Replacement for Wayne LaPierre?
Is it possible to replace Wayne LaPierre? Lt. Col. Allen West wants to replace the entrenched NRA leader and joins Gun Talk Radio to discuss this topic...
Should Police Switch to Rubber Bullets?
Should police abandon traditional ammunition and switch their rounds to rubber bullets? A caller dials in to Gun Talk Radio to talk with Tom Gresham as to why..
Lessons From the Buffalo Mass Murder
The latest tragic mass murder that took place in Buffalo, NY is a continued call to be prepared at a moment’s notice. Gun Talk Radio’s Tom Gresham discusses...
How Often Do Armed Citizens Defend Themselves?
How often do armed citizens defend themselves against attackers? Tom Kopel joins Gun Talk Radio’s Tom Gresham to discuss how often - and why – armed citizens...
FPD S10 Casting; POF, Timney, & Surefire Turbos
Would you like to be on First Person Defender? We're casting for Season 10 now! Email Chris at chris@guntalk.com. Gun Talk's Ryan Gresham and Chris Cerino talk
In Depth With Faxon Firearms
Dustin Wallace of Faxon Firearms sits down with Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham to discuss the brand, its origins, and their focus on premium firearms...
‘Ghost Guns’ & Other Misleading Anti-Gun Terms
Dan Wos joins Gun Talk Radio’s Tom Gresham to reveal where the term "ghost gun" came from, and the plans of the gun ban industry to expand...
Core Lokt vs. Ballistic Tip
Gun Talk Radio listener Bruce calls in to the show and wants to know the difference between Core-Lokt and Ballistic Tip bullets. Tom Gresham explains what...
Catching Up With ATN
ATN's Steve Lemenov joins Gun Talk Radio’s Tom Gresham to share updates on the company and their growing product offerings including: Night vision, thermal...
Tom’s ‘First” Deer Hunt
On this Mother's Day, Gun Talk Radio’s Tom Gresham discusses his mom, Mary, and details their first hunt together. Enjoy this short and heartwarming story.
More BTS: Bloopers, Bugs & Vampire Babies?
Need a laugh? In preparation for a new season of Guns & Gear, let’s check out some hilarious outtakes from Season 13. Join Guns & Gear hosts Ryan Gresham and...
Grounds to Go Hot, Stolen Suppressor
What are the grounds or line-in-the-sand to use lethal force? Gun Talk LIVE’s Ryan Gresham and Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin discuss a recent shooting in California...
Franklin Armory's Ongoing Innovation
Few firearm brands are as forward-thinking as Franklin Armory, who consistently “think outside of the box.” Franklin Armory’s Brandon Dunham joins...
The Secrets of Accurate Shooting
How do you shoot any gun accurately? Bud calls in to talk with Gun Talk Radio’s Tom Gresham to find out how to become a more accurate shooter. Tom gives Bud...
Getting to Know AAC
You think you know Advanced Armament Corporation? Ben Bachmeier of AAC joins Gun Talk’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin to chat about what you don't know about AAC...
The Right Gear: Choosing & Using Pt.2
The right gear is essential for a successful hunting season. Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin and Chris Cerino sit down to discuss choosing (and using)...
Making Your Carry Holster Work For You
If you carry a concealed handgun, it’s important that your holster is not only comfortable, but functional as well. Guns & Gear’s Ryan Gresham is joined by...
Optic Advancements, Rangefinders, and Vortex Edge
Gun Talk's Ryan Gresham sits down with Vortex Optics' Jimmy Hamilton to talk sporting optics from the range to the field, including the advancements over the la
NEW Vortex Rangefinders
Vortex Optics has three new rangefinders - The Crossfire HD 1400, the Diamondback HD 2000, and the Viper HD 3000. Guns & Gear's Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin gets the red
Long Range Shooting, and a 2A Task Force
Long-range shooting becomes wildly popular, but should it be applied to hunting applications? Gun Talk's Ryan Gresham and Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin discuss long rang
Muzzleloading Championship From 1992
Revisit this classic from the 1992 National Fall Muzzleloading Championship from Friendship, Indiana. Grits describes it best: “Where more than 3000...
Ready For Duty: The Aimpoint Duty RDS
What is the best red dot sight to put on a lightweight AR-15? Chris Cerino of Gun Talk and Andrea Cerwinski of Aimpoint discuss the finer points of the...
Rossi R92 Lever Action
Lever action rifles are experiencing a resurgence. Not only are they efficient and fun, but brands like Rossi are offering standout features that shooters love.
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...