Gun Talk

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 Perkins of Whiskey and Windage about roller-delayed rifles, HK and CETME-style builds, firearms tinkering, FFL and SOT realities, and the legal line gun owners should understand before starting a custom project.  This Gun Talk Nation is brought...

-- Why do ammo companies use both small and large pistol primers, making it more difficult for reloaders? -- What changes are underway at CZ, Dan Wesson, and Colt now that they are under the same ownership? Tom Taylor runs down the news from these major gun makers.  --  It's okay to come in last at a shooting match if you are learning something. Gun Talk 03.22.26 Hour 1 Become a supporter of this...

-- Blake Miquez is not only a a world champion pistol shooter, but he's running for Congress. -- When you go to a shooting class or competition, it's okay to look stupid as long as you are willing to learn. --  Professional shooter and youngest member of a shooting dynasty family Lena Miculek returns to Smith & Wesson. Gun Talk 03.22.26 Hour 2 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.sp...

-- Do you own and shoot guns mostly for fun or for self protection? --  What can you do to prepare for terrorist attacks in the U.S.? --  Shooting through a pocket or purse can save your life. Gun Talk 03.22.26 Hour 3 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support .

-- Why buy a revolver when there are so many good autoloading pistols?   --  Tom recounts the time he was chased by elephants --  Women continue to buy guns, but there's a real need for education. Gun Talk, 03.22.26 After Show Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support .

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 the “internet is undefeated,” why 7mm Backcountry and PRCs will continue to thrive, and much more. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Vortex Optics , CZ Firearms , Silent Steel USA , Range Ready Studios , EOTech , Taurus USA , Remington...

In This Hour: --  Terrorists in the U.S. present a special threat.  Delta Force veteran Larry Vickers talks about how to prepare for these attacks. --  It's now easy and cheaper to buy a silencer.  Mike Aland of SilencerCo reveals what got him into suppressors and short-barreled rifles, and what to know when entering this market. -- You don't need a special purpose to buy a gun if you just like it...

In This Hour: --  Virginia Democrats pass reprehensible gun bans.   Philip Van Cleve of the Virginia Citizens Defense League gives the latest update. --  Cheryl Todd covers gun rights, with a strong focus on the role of women in protecting the Second Amendment. --  Many people carry a defensive gun they just like rather than because it's the latest technology and the height of practicality. Become...

In This Hour: -- What goes into making a good pistol magazine?  David Larson of Mec-Gar explains that there's a lot more to it than you might think. --  Shooters are worried that the fighting in Iran will drive up the price of ammunitiion. -- Practice your draw hundreds and thousands of times to build skill with no cost. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk...

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 veteran Randy Luth of Luth-AR about his run for the NRA Board of Directors, what went wrong under past leadership, and what real reform could look like moving forward. Luth shares his history as a longtime NRA life member, his criticism of the or...

In This Hour: -- Democrats tried to stop Second Amendment activist Amy Swearer from speaking against a gun ban, but public pressure won out. --  March 8 is "308 Day." The .308 Winchester rifle cartridge has been a standout for a quarter century for a good reason. --  When Assistant U.S. Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon posted online photos of her targets, some tried to shame her for not shooting b...

In This Hour: -- Why do Jews in Ameria generally resist the idea of self defense with guns? -- Yehuda Remer -- The Pew Pew Jew -- writes a new children's book featuring a gun store. --  A proposed ballot measure in Oregon would ban hunting and fishing. Gun Talk 03.08.26 Hour 2  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support .

In This Hour: -- Hunting guide and shooting instructor Cade Cole talks about what's important and why we tend to focus on the wrong things in hunting rifles. --  New shooters enjoy using suppressors.  Lower recoil and less noise.   --  Should you spend the money to put a new trigger in an old rifle? Absolutely! Gun Talk 03.08.26 Hour 3 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/p...

In This Hour: --  On 308 Day, it's worth a second look to find a lightweight AR platform, like the Ruger SFAR. --  What's the advantage of a revolver chambered for the 9mm cartridge? -- Did he say backup gun or backup wife?  It's an important distinction. Gun Talk 03.08.26 After Show Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support .

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 tactics from seasoned hunters Mike Hearn of Tricer and Colt Morris of Coyote Academy . Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned predator hunter, this episode breaks down everything from thermal scope selection and stand timing to trap placement...

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 wheel guns, from beginner-friendly safety and simplicity to advanced carry scenarios where revolvers can outperform semi-autos.  This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Taurus USA , Remington Ammunition , FN Firearms , Range Ready Studios , Si...

In This Hour: --  Did a SWAT team really stage a raid on a man because he had less than a box of ammunition? Cam Edwards of Bearing Arms exposes that story as well as reveals how Virginia has become a center for gun banning action. -- It's illegal to own a gun if you use marijuana, but the U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case challenging that law.  Second Amendment attorney Mark Smith, of the Four...

In This Hour: --  People worry about the wrong things in self defense.  Sheriff Jim Wilson explains what's important and what's not. -- Has New Mexico become the new California it its efforts to ban guns? Anthony Seguera of the New Mexico Shooting Sports Association reveals how gun banners manipulate the legislative process. --  When the stuff hits the fan, what firearm should you have?  Some opt...

In This Hour: -- Will gun owners show up for the midterm elections in 2026?  Justin Davis from the NRA details the plans.  -- How do you know when you are too old to carry a gun, and are there things you can do to stretch out that time?  --  Many people have won guns in sweepstakes and raffles, but you can't win if you don't play. Gun Talk  03.01.26 Hour 3 Become a supporter of this podcast: https...

In This Hour: --  Washington state mass stabbing prompts renewed interest in concealed carry guns. --  Saving weight to make guns easier to carry. --  It's not just guns.   Save up for quality when buying accessories, too. Gun Talk  03.01.26 After Show Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support .

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 compete in NRL Hunter matches. If you’re looking for pro-level insight on what gear these guys won’t compete without, this is the episode for you. This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Savage Arms and Range Ready Studios . About Gun Talk Hunt...

In This Hour: --  Mark Stone, of Nighthawk Custom, addresses the increased interest in high-end pistols, and what makes a handmade 1911 "worth it." --  Has the 9mm cartridge completely the 45 Auto in the pistol market? --  Tom heads to the range with friends and revisits the need to work on fundamental skills. Gun Talk 02.22.26 Hour 1 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/po...

In This Hour: -- Yet another person attempts to assassinate President Trump.  He was shot and killed, but there are lessons for anyone dedicated to personal protection. --  Noted security expert Wayne Black talks about "prefense" as well as the need to carry lights so you can identify threats and, if needed, shoot in the dark. --  What can we learn from the Nancy Guthrie case? Gun Talk 02.22.26 Ho...

In This Hour: -- What guns stand up to heavy shooting at Gunsite Acadamy? Dave Fink runs the "gunsmithy" at Gunsite, and he sees what works and what doesn't. Do shooters make their handguns less reliable by "tuning" them? -- What's the future of carry guns?  Custom gunsmith Dave Fink talks revolvers, pistols, and self defense. --  Shoot it or keep it unfired? What to do with a collectable firearm....

In This Hour: --  Is talking about expensive guns elitist? --  How to protect your hearing from loud gunshots in a gunfight. --  Ammo's expensive.  Consider buying used reloading equipment. Gun Talk 02.22.26 After Show Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support .