Evolution Security Podcast

  We're excited to have Kirk Clark on for a second time.  We asked Kirk what he considers the shooting skill priorities for the carrying citizen.  As expected, his answers were insightful and slightly different than one might assume.  You'll get a lot out of this discussion.   Kirk is one of the most accomplished shooters in the open enrollment training circuit.  Winning every high-level patch, pi...

Adam Scholl - Scholl Security Group   Current full time Combatives and firearms instructor for US Gov Agency. Deploys regularly in support of U.S. Gov in same role. Renzo Gracie BJJ black belt, Krav Maga black belt. 2 karate black belts, and Matt Larsen Combatives Black Belt.   Former LEO, Sgt w tactical unit in Philadelphia charged with investigating locating and apprehending fugitives from Phila...

This episode we have John Valentine back on to talk about the upcoming Combatives Summit 2, as Eric calls it "the TacCon of Combatives."  This event will be held at American Top Team of D'lberville Mississipi 20-22 Sep 2024.  There is no question, there is a movement inside self-defense and the typical firearms culture, the fully capable fighter with weapons is taking hold and this is the event to...

John Hearne has been a federal law enforcement officer since 1992, serving primarily in uniform patrol. He currently serves as an instructor (firearms, tactics, active shooter, & use of force), an armorer, and a field training officer for his agency. John's firearms instructor certifications include: – Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) (Pistol, Revolver, Shotgun, Rifle, Select-Fire)...

Combatives Summit - 20-22 Sep 2024  D'lberville Mississipi   https://combativessummit.com/ The Barbebell Prescription -   Book  Weight Belt -   Rogue Echo belt -   Get The Law of Self-Defense Book for free - https://lawofselfdefense.com/   Jocko Letter regarding Way of the Warrior Kid book influence; The Way of the Warrior Kid Book  Upcoming EvoSec Training Events: EvoSec Defensive Pistol 2 Course...

Finally we were able to have Tiffany Johnson on for a blast of an interview.  Tiffany is one of those people, if you're deep into the US training community, you know how much of an asset she is.  Not only does she have a broad knowledge and experience base, she has an infectious attitude that encourages investigation into what she's about and what organizations she's a part of.  Tiffany is an Inst...

Kelly McCann -   Kembativz Brand   https://www.kembativz.com/ Former Marine - Black Belt Magazine Hall of fame Master Instructor -   Founder and former owner of Crucible Security Specialist -  Columnist for Black Belt Magazine and Guns and Ammo - (aka Jim Grover)  Mr. McCann is a recognized subject matter expert in individual protective measures, anti-terrorism, counter- terrorism, high risk envir...

This Gear and Mindset episode Eric and Aaron discuss the traggic outcome of an armed citizen being murdered by his own truck.  In addition, we discuss the demonstrable reality of rogue DA's and prosicutors derilection of their sworn duties leading to increased  violent crime and death in the US.   Intro and Outro Music by: The Tactical Twins, Jason Bieler and The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra and Ti...

EvoSec Throwback Episode!   This episode we sit down with world champion shooter Mike Seeklander of Shooting Performance and the American Warrior Society.  If you did't hear our first interview with Mike please listen to Episode 14 .  In this episode We talk about his new exciting venture with Rob Leatham, The Bigger Circle were they co-teach classes assisting shooters gain exponential performance...

This Gear and Mindset episode Eric just got back from supporting troops in New York.  He details the bag and gear he always has ready for last minute work trips to US military bases.  Sometimes that means being careful about what items he travels with and how to compensate when the plane touches down.  We discuss important current events and for a bonus; a 1 star review of our podcast.   Intro and...

This show we have a very special guest, Chris Currie of Hold Fast JiuJitsu, and recent IBJJF PANs Gold Medalist.  In addition, Chris is a neighbor of Eric Davis and is the assistant coach at Hold Fast JiuJitsu where Eric's training home resides.   Chris has become a close friend, a consummate coach and one of the hardest working practitioners we know.    We talk about Chris's recent win at the 202...

This show we invite Lee Weems of First Person Safety back on the show.  We discuss what a 2nd War of Secession would look like, and also on the current state of our republic.  And lastly we pay tribute to Lee's Great Uncle Howard, he was a WW2 hero killed in action March 29th 1945.  Lee Weems is the owner and operator of First Person Safety and is also staffed with Rangemaster LLC where he assist...

Eric and Aaron, talk on their recent accountability on the path.  They also hit on NY Gov Hochul's decision to mobilize the National Guard to violate New Yorker's 4th amendment rights, and frankly their 2nd amendment rights in what has the optics of a police state.  Additionally, the left states that Walls don't work as it relates to the southern border, but the last three years, DC has erected fe...

This episode Eric and Aaron discuss some unique gear not normally reserved for a Gear and Mindset show.   Eric then tells a story about a contentious confrontation with a colleague at a work training event.   This builds around basic managing unknown contacts, but we sometimes have to manage known contacts that could turn into an actual self defense situation.   Intro and Outro Music by: The Tacti...

This episode we have Sarah Hauptman from PHLSTER holsters.  Sarah and her husband John have created some of the most innovative concealment gear in the industry.  PHILSTER is most well-known for their market disrupter – the Enigma deep concealment system.  But they offer many more brilliantly designed holsters and accessories.  Further, they teach courses in Concealment Mechanics in person and the...

Aaron Jannetti    KCC – Knife Control Concepts -   Knife Control Concepts | Defensive Training | Self Defense | Endeavor Defense and Fitness, Ohio @knifecontrolconcepts info@endeavordcf.com www.endeavordcf.com www.facebook.com/Endeavordcf www.twitter.com/endeavordcf This show is a long time coming, Eric has been tracking what awesome work Aaron has been doing for several years, and frankly we shou...

This episode we're excited to have Aaron's Jiu Jitsu coach Mat Reyna on from Training Ground in Tulsa, OK.  We had a great conversation about humility, ministry, and the continuing EVOLUTION as a student and instructor.  We're excited to introduce Training Ground as our new show sponsor and to announce the official partnership of EvoSec and Training Ground - bringing firearms, weapons integration...

This show we have two extremely pivotal guest, Sarah Adams and Dave "Boon" Benton.   They are both survivors of the 2012 Benghazi, Libya attacks and are authors of the book, Benghazi Know Thy Enemy, A Cold Case Investigation.   Many will recall the book "13 Hrs in Benghazi" and the Benghazi attacks themselves.   Boon was one of the CIA GRS contractor whom went to the aid of Ambassador Chris Steven...

Merry Christmas Everyone! This episode we have Chuck Haggard on for a long overdue 3rd time. We revisit the NPE Counter Robbery Class taught by Chuck, Cecil Burch, and Darryl Bolke.  Aaron attended this incredible class and we highly recommend you seek it out or contact them to host it in your town.  With Chuck's decades long LE career he has up-to-date and deep knowledge regarding the terrible sh...

We spent this gear and mindset episode going over last minute gift ideas to get with Christmas cash or if someone asks what they should overnight you before the Christmas get together.  They also give a shout out to their friend and mentor Mike Brown for his excellent performance at the 2023 No Gi World Championship.  And we gave some long overdue accountability for our health and self defense pat...

This episode we have the Jerry Wetzel on the show.  This is long over due!   Eric has been interfacing with Jerry for close to 20 years via online forums like Total Protection Interactive and social media.   He is a wealth of knowledge in weapons integration into the combat sports model yet completely from the context in the street environment.   Jerry is a preeminent expert in reductionist soluti...

This throwback episode we go back to Mike Seeklander's 2nd interview with us:  Enjoy  This episode we sit down with world champion shooter Mike Seeklander of Shooting Performance and the American Warrior Society.  If you did't hear our first interview with Mike please listen to Episode 14 .  In this episode We talk about his new exciting venture with Rob Leatham, The Bigger Circle were they co-tea...

This episode we welcome Dr. Sherman House as an EvoSec repeat offender.  Dr. House draws from a life of experience in many endeavors.  From multiple college degrees, trauma medicine, surgical dentistry to serious firearms training.  We covered the continued attacks on the Second Amendment in Washington state with the egregious H.B. 1240 signed into law this year.  For the time being, this means al...

This episode John Hearne joins Aaron Davis to present a scientific based conversation on the pathologies of violent criminals.  From anti-social street criminals to the worst among us; psychopathic serial killers and rapists.  This is a fascinating conversation full of novel viewpoints and novel commentary on this extremely concerning universe of those we work daily to defend against.   December 2...

This throw back episode we go back to show 38:  This episode we have the preeminent expert of Self Defense Law - Andrew Branca on the show. Arguably the only attorney in the nation that focuses purely on self defense law giving him expertise that all of us should seek. Andrew is also the author of the book, The Law of Self Defense, which will educate you on the principles needed to keep you out of...