FIRST LOOK: Springfield Armory SAINT Victor 9mm PDW
In this Guns & Gear First Look, Chris Cerino takes you through the all-new Springfield Armory SAINT Victor 9mm PDW—a compact, AR-pattern pistol built for...
How to Choose a Firearms Training Class and Spot Bad Instructors
How do you choose a good firearms training class, and what should you do if the instructor is unsafe, unhelpful, or simply wastes your time? In this episode...
First Look: HK VP9CC - How Does It Compare to the CC9?
HK just dropped the VP9CC, a compact concealed carry version of the popular VP9 pistol. But how does it compare to the VP9 and VP9SK? In this quick breakdown...
The World of Skeet, Sporting Clays, & Trap
Steve Ellinger of Clay Target Legends joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham for a deep dive into the world (and history) of skeet shooting, sporting clays...
Gun Talk Hunt Goes Seasonal: NRL Hunter Freestone Match Recap
What did the Freestone, Texas NRL Hunter match teach Gun Talk Hunt before the show goes seasonal? In this final episode before the break, KJ looks back on...
Belt-Fed Builds and Roller-Delayed Rifles
What happens when a gun guy decides to build a belt-fed rifle from an HK-style platform? In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham talks with Mike...
What To Know About Custom Builds
Todd Bonura of Maniacal Arms joins Ryan Gresham on Gun Talk Nation. The guys discuss what custom builds are hot, which chamberings are being asked for, how...
NRA Board Reform and the Future of Gun Rights
Can the NRA regain trust and become a stronger force for gun rights again? In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham talks with firearms industry...
Night Hunting with Thermals, Daytime Calling Tactics, and Trap Line Secrets
Want to target more coyotes this offseason? Learn how to hunt coyotes day and night using thermal optics, predator calling strategies, and expert trap line...
Revolvers in 2026: Myths, Modern Use Cases, and Why Wheel Guns Still Win
Revolvers get dismissed as outdated—until you actually run one. Ryan Gresham sits down with Caleb Giddings of Taurus USA to unpack the real-world value of...
What the Pros are Running at NRL Hunter Matches
Ben Fabre of Roaming Shot and Kyle Lamb of Viking Tactics join Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin for a thorough rundown on the guns and gear they use to...
A Gun Rights Reality Check
What are you doing for gun rights today? Gun rights aren’t lost overnight—they erode when people stop paying attention. In this episode of Gun Talk Nation...
Colt Enhanced Patrol Rifle II • EPR II [FIRST LOOK]
Check out the Colt EPR II (Enhanced Patrol Rifle II) — a chrome-lined, ambidextrous, duty-ready AR-15 built for serious training and hard use. With premium...
How to Miss a Deer in 10 Seconds: Regret & Redemption
What happens when you step outside the system you know? After a missed shot on a solid buck at 300 yards, KJ breaks down the critical lesson learned about...
How to Run the NRA ARC Match (Level 1)
Do you have an old AR that you'd like to dust off and run like a pro? NRA launches the America's Rifle Challenge (ARC) and invites you to join the exciting...
Field to Table Mastery: Gutless Method and Wild-Game Butchering
What if the difference between “gamey meat” and a meal your friends beg for is simply what you do in the first 30 minutes after the shot? In this Gun Talk...
Shot in the Neck! Now What?
"You can do everything right—and still end up in the ER." In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Jahred Gamez of SDS Arms and Okayest Shooter, shares the...
Colt 1911 Experience at Range Ready Recap | Pt. 1
Join Range Ready’s Chris Cerino as he hosts this recap alongside Team Colt’s Mark Redl, Wyatt Gibson, Justine Williams, and Jalise Williams, breaking down...
Virtual Training Meets Real-World Hunting
Can virtual reality actually make you a better hunter? This episode of Gun Talk Hunt explores how cutting-edge tech like GAIM VR is being used in hunter...
SHOT Show 2026 Wrap-Up: An Inside Look & Stories From the Road
The Gun Talk Media crew returns triumphantly from SHOT Show 2026, and Ryan Gresham, Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin, and Chris Cerino sit down to share stories, discuss...
Black Hills 130gr Dual Performance Field Test
What should bullet performance actually look like in the field? From youth season through late-season doe hunts, we put the Black Hills 130-grain Dual...
NEW Holosun P.ID-K & ARO-EVO-DUAL | SHOT Show 2026
Adam Litke of Holosun Optics joins Guns & Gear’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin at SHOT Show 2026 to check out the P.ID-K Weaponlight and the ARO-EVO-DUAL Red Dot Sight...
NEW Savage Stevens 334 Trigger From Timney Triggers | SHOT Show 2026
With 80 years of experience behind them, Timney Tiggers have dedicated themselves to listening to what their customers want. The Savage Stevens 334 Trigger...
NEW Franklin Armory F22 V & Prevail Rifles | SHOT Show 2026
Franklin Armory’s Dan Dement joins Guns & Gear’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin from SHOT Show 2026 to showcase two hot new products: The F22-V Integrally-Suppressed...
Easy Way to Find the Red Dot
Trainer Chris Cerino explains why he likes about red dot sights, and the fastest way to find the dot when presenting, using Springfield Armory's XD-S and Hex WA
Good Samaritan Stops Carjacking
In this episode: Our good guy encounters a carjacker when picking is wife up from a yoga class.First Person Defender® puts participants in real-life...
When to Engage a Manual Safety
Trainer Andrew Blubaugh demonstrates when and how to engage a manual safety in response to a threat, using the Colt Defender 1911.
Lasers on Little Guns for Training, Self-Defense
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates why a laser on a compact carry pistol is a good choice for defense, using the Ruger LCP II and a Viridian green laser.
Angry Neighbor Confronts Landowner
In this episode: A landowner and property surveyor encounter an angry neighbor.
Self-Defense Shotgun Direction When Moving?
First Person Defender's Ryan Gresham demonstrates why it's best to keep a self-defense shotgun pointed down as you walk your house.First Person Defender® puts..
Controlling a Micro Pistol
Don't be afraid to shoot a micro pistol, or to use two hands to shoot it. Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates his technique for these mighty mouse firearms...
Pistol Presentation - From Holster to Target
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates his shortcut technique for getting a defensive firearm drawn and into the plane of vision as quickly as possible, using the...
Finding the Best EDC Flashlight
SureFire's Andrew Wright discusses some things to consider when looking for the best flashlight for everyday carry.
How to Shoot with Both Speed & Accuracy
Trainer Chris Cerino heads to the range with the Ruger American Pro to discuss shooting with both speed and accuracy, and the importance of getting to know...
Good Grip Pressure for Shooting
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates a good grip pressure with both one- and two-handed operation, using the Smith & Wesson Shield EZ that offers a rear grip...
Try This Drill to Fix A Common Shooting Issue
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates a "Call Your Shot" drill to fix a common issue of shooting low, using the Springfield Armory XD-M Elite.
What to Look for In a Self-Defense Firearm
Trainer Chris Cerino discusses some features and options that he looks for in a firearm for self-defense.
Using Hidden Compartments for Firearms
Trainer Chris Cerino discusses placement and positioning of concealment or hidden compartment furniture like the In Plain Sight concealment shelf from...
Man Attacked in Parking Garage Last Night
In this episode: Our Defender is walking to his car one night when he encounters a threat.
Fight at Local Office Turns Deadly
In this episode: Our Defender confronts a fight in a parking lot.
Office Parking Lot Carjacking
In this episode: Our Defender is attacked in the parking lot outside of his office. For your special...
Quick Reload Drill for a Micro-Compact | First Person Defender Bonus
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates an easy way to train for a quick reload of a micro-compact pistol using the Springfield Armory Hellcat.
Easily Acquire Your Front Sight
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates a quick way to block your rear dot sights to quickly find the front sight, using Smith & Wesson's M&P Compact...
Armed Intruders Attack Father, Son in Home Invasion
In this episode: A day at home for a father and son is interrupted by armed assailants.
Child Abducted from Front Yard
In this episode: Our good guy has to fight off a stranger trying to abduct his son from the front yard. For your special...
Member Stops Gunman in Church Shooting
Our good guy is thrown into an active shooter situation while attending a church service. For your special...
Lasers are Great for Training, Defense
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates how he uses a laser to dry fire/live fire to learn the trigger on a new pistol, using Crimson Trace's CMR-201 Universal Fit...
Too Big to Carry a Small Gun?
Trainer Chris Cerino offers a few suggestions on carrying and training with a small gun, demonstrating with the Ruger LCP II.