Green Ops Podcast

Send a text In this episode of the Green Ops Podcast we have on "Wang" a cyber security expert and hacker to discuss what you can do to stay safe in the digital world.  They discuss current supply chain issues, how state actors can take down the US through cyber attacks and how you as an individual can protect yourself in the internet age. Please leave us a 5 star review and share with a...

Send a text The crew has taken a couple weeks off from recording and a lot has happened.  A packed house talks about competing in the VA State USPSA match, taking some training from Arcane Group and competing in the light fighter challenge.  If you want to train with us check us out at www.green-ops.com.  If you want to host us at your location or for a private lesson send an e mail to info@green-...

Send a text Keeping your gun ready and well maintained is essential for every responsibly armed citizen.  In this episode Luke is joined by Josh and Steph to talk about how often you should be cleaning your pistol, rifle, precision firearm and also how ofter you should be replacing parts like springs and ejectors.  Check out our sponsors; F3 tactical https://f3tactical.com   Sons of Liberty Gun Wo...

Send a text The year is coming to a close.  Luke, Dex and Brian go over some of the classes that are still available in 2021 and some of the classes that are scheduled for early 2022. Check out our sponsors; F3 tactical https://f3tactical.com   Sons of Liberty Gun Works https://sonsoflibertygw.com Spotter Up https://spotterup.com Come train with us at Green Ops.  https://www.green-ops.com Follow u...

Send a text Do you want an AR that's going to work?  Do you know how to maintain your AR to make sure it's in tip top shape?  In this episode of the Green Ops Podcast Luke, and Josh sit down with Steph Martz (Gunsmith for the Federal Government) to talk about what to look for in an AR.  What parts need to be replaced most often and how to maintain your AR so it works when you need it to....

Send a text Carrying a firearm is a big responsibility and it requires attention to detail.  Luke, Brian and Dex discuss what they consider the minimum requirements are for a citizen to be considered responsibly armed and how to be a professional with a firearm. Check out our sponsors; F3 tactical https://f3tactical.com   Sons of Liberty Gun Works https://sonsoflibertygw.com Spotter Up https://spo...

Send a text Everybody wants to travel and more importantly, get back home safe from a trip. In this episode we have on Chris Alvarez, former Army Ranger, to discuss tips and tricks you can use to be safer while traveling.  We go over the pre-planning that should be done, what you should be doing during your trip and putting together an AAR and lessons learned after the trip.  Check out our sponsor...

Send a text The last pillar in our 5 pillar series is video analysis.  If you are not recording yourself and then looking at the video and honestly critiquing yourself you are not going to improve as much as possible.  Luke, Dex, Brian, Josh and Chris hang out and discuss video analysis and how they are using it to become better as well as a little bonus mental talk. Check out our sponsors; F3 tac...

Send a text We continue on our 5 pillars of performance series with the #4 pillar Shot Timer.  Luke Brian and Dex discuss the benefits of a shot timer, how to use one in live fire and dry fire and how this small investment pays major dividends to your shooting performance.  Check out our sponsors; F3 tactical https://f3tactical.com   Sons of Liberty Gun Works https://sonsoflibertygw.com Spotter Up...

Send a text Pillar #3 of our 5 pillar series.  Every competition is not a gun fight but every gun fight is a competition.  Getting comfortable being uncomfortable with a gun is a thing.  Luke and Josh discuss how competition can make you a better shooter all around by driving stress and learning how to perform at your peak under stress.   Check out our sponsors; F3 tactical https://f3tactical.com ...

Send a text Pillar #2 of our 5 pillar series.  Live fire is crucial to becoming a better shooter.  Luke, Dex and Brian go over how to make the most out of every round when you get to the range to live fire.  Having a schedule and a plan are paramount. The guys discuss what they do during their live fire sessions to keep them at peak performance. Check out our sponsors; F3 tactical https://f3tactic...

Send a text Bonus Episode of the Green Ops Podcast.  Luke, Brian and Dex goof off and discuss the latest Tactical Games Team event that Dex competed in.  Also we discuss geography and geology. Check out our sponsors; F3 tactical https://f3tactical.com   Sons of Liberty Gun Works https://sonsoflibertygw.com Spotter Up https://spotterup.com Come train with us at Green Ops.  https://www.green-ops.com...

Send a text Episode 2 of our 5 pillar series.  In this episode Luke and Brian discuss everything you need to know about dry fire.  They go over how to properly dry fire, how to come up with a plan and the different gear you need to have a great dry fire routine.  Some of the gear discussed int he show: Dry Fire targets https://gofastdontsuck.net/swag-store/Green-Ops-R&R-Kit-p157723857 SIRT Las...

Send a text If you want to get better at shooting this is how it is done.  We tell all of our students, we want you to come back and take more training from us but we also want this to be the last training class you may need to take if you follow these simple steps.  We talk in every class about these 5 pillars. If you follow these 5 simple steps you are only HOURS away from obtaining your shootin...

Send a text Want to take a pistol class with Green Ops?  Luke, Dex and Brian discuss one of the latest Red Dot pistol classes that Green Ops ran as well as the other pistol classes that are offered, the differences between Defensive Pistol 1, Defensive Pistol 2, Advanced Application of Pistol fundamentals and which class is right for you. If you liked this episode please consider sharing and leave...

Send a text Are you looking into getting a red dot optic for your rifle?  Luke and Brian go over what they look for in a red dot optic. They discuss the different tiers of optics and what optics they personally use from each one of those tiers. Check out our sponsors; F3 tactical https://f3tactical.com  Sons of Liberty Gun Works https://sonsoflibertygw.com Come train with us at Green Ops.  https:/...

Send a text We had a bunch of comments and e mails asking questions specifically for women, so we had Karla back on to give us the answers.  Small and pink guns are super cool but they may not be the best pistol for you. In this episode Luke, Dex and Karla go over what to look for in a pistol specifically for women.   Check out our sponsors; F3 tactical https://f3tactical.com  Sons of Liberty Gun...

Send a text Are you in the market for your first pistol?  Luke and Brian (Green Ops Instructor and Gun salesman) discuss what you should be looking for in your first pistol, figuring out your why, and what guns are reliable and worth looking into.  Go see Brian at All Shooters Tactical in Woodbridge, VA if you're in the area.   Check out our sponsors; F3 tactical https://f3tactical.com  Sons...

Send a text A good carry set up isn't just having a good holster.  Having a solid belt is often overlooked but is one of the most essential pieces for a concealed carry setup.  In this episode Luke and Dex go over what they are looking for in a belt as well as a few companies that they personally use. Belts mentioned in the episode; https://www.farageprecision.com https://www.koreessentials.c...

Send a text Are you fit enough to survive a deadly encounter? Luke and Dex discuss how to get strong, how to get into shape and how it will help you not only during a life threatening event but also in life. Strength Standards .75x bodyweight Overhead press 1x bodyweight Bench 1.25x bodyweight Squat 1.5x bodyweight deadlift Linear progression Programing Starting Strength - https://startingstrength...

Send a text Are you a lady trying to get into firearms and firearms training? Or maybe you want your Mother/Wife/Sister/Daughter to start shooting and training? In this episode Luke and Dex sit down with adjunct Green Ops women's instructor Karla to talk about getting started in the world of firearms as a female.   Karla's background How Karla got into shooting Who not to learn to shoot...

Send a text Do you want to test yourself and your shooting ability under stress and physical exertion? Luke and Dex discuss a recent Tactical games event that Dex participated in.  They go over what to expect in a Tactical Games event as well as compare it to other shooting competitions. https://thetacticalgames.com Check out our sponsors; F3 tactical https://f3tactical.com Sons of Liberty Gun Wor...

Send a text Finding the right CCW holster takes a little time and knowledge.  Luke and Dex go over what they look for in a concealed carry holster and what makes a bad CCW holster.   Things that make a good holster Material construction features What is a bad holster Add ons to your holster List of holster that we use and reccomend Holsters mentioned on the podcast Tenicor  https://tenicor.com  Ph...

Send a text Which is better, AR-15 or AK47? Luke and Dex discuss a recent Defensive AK course run by Green Ops, some of the lessons learned and if the chips where down which rifle they would choose.   Check out our sponsors; F3 tactical https://f3tactical.com  Sons of Liberty Gun Works https://sonsoflibertygw.com Come train with us at Green Ops. https://www.green-ops.com Follow us on Instagram: Gr...

Send a text Having a few extra items in your gear bag during a training or range day could be the difference between thriving and just surviving.  In this episode Luke and Dex go over a handful of items that they bring to every range trip to be as comfortable as possible. H2O and snacks Extra clothes, shoes and rain gear Sunscreen, bug spray, chapstick etc. Notebook and pens Spare gun and loaded m...