The A Better Way 2A Podcast

Bridge-Building - Weaponized Morality - The Profit of Division In this episode, Jordan sits down with Larry Rosen, founder of The Enemies Project, to talk about what it takes to actually hear people we disagree with. Larry, a longtime mediator, shares how he helps people from completely different backgrounds have honest, difficult, and sometimes transformative conversations—not to “win” debates, b...

Dark Humor - Social Media - Gun Culture Join us as we chat with Brynn Woods, an army vet and gun enthusiast, for an enlightening and candid conversation covering everything from the intricate world of OnlyFans, modern firearms, and dark humor to the complexities of social media and mental health. Brynn shares her unique insights on balancing the demands of her job with the pressures of public perc...

Survival - Politics - Epic Adventures Join us for a deep dive with Jack Jones, known as QuadZilla on Instagram, as he shares his journey from hiking the Appalachian Trail to facing the regime's AI surveillance. Explore his unique perspective shaped by his early life in China, his remarkable hiking adventures, and his stance on current politics. In this highly engaging episode, Jack opens up about...

Ukraine - Gun Rights - Political Transformation On this episode, we sit down with John Jackson to discuss a range of topics from the heart-wrenching reality of the war in Ukraine to the journey of political transformation. John shares his personal stories, highlighting the horrors and resilience witnessed in Ukraine, the corruption in the Russian military, and the tactical gear industry boom amids...

Kids and Guns - Memes - Reviews and News Join us as we chat with Jacki Billings, the editor-in-chief of Pew Pew Tactical, for a discussion about their experiences at SHOT Show, the balance between gun safety and parenting, and how memes and social media influence gun rights. The conversation explores the importance of inclusive gun culture, the challenges of connecting with industry leaders, and t...

Media Bias - War Reporting - Changing The Narrative Join us as we chat with Thomas Gibbons Neff, a reporter for The New York Times and a former Marine. We explore various topics including Thomas' experiences covering wars in Ukraine and Afghanistan, his journey into journalism, and his current focus on gun culture and policy. The conversation also touches on mental health, the challenges faced by...

Nazi Furries - Social Media - Activism In this episode, we engage with Jim in a wide-ranging discussion covering Instagram engagement, uncomfortable nicknames, personal identity, and the rehabilitation of felons. We explore systemic issues in the prison system, the importance of critical thinking in education, and RFK Jr.'s theories. We share personal stories about DUIs, talk about political activ...

Root Causes - Practical Safety - Mental Health In this episode, Andrew and I sit down with JB, a school counselor who brings a unique perspective on gun violence in schools. We dive into real, practical solutions to mitigate school shootings without relying on legislation. We explore threat assessment programs, social-emotional learning (SEL), and the broader role of community support. JB shares i...

Mutual Aid - Kickass Propaganda - Acta Non Verba In this episode, we are joined by Punk With A Camera. We discuss the origins of his business, which started with YouTube videos and evolved into designing thought-provoking t-shirts. The conversation covers his involvement with mutual aid organization Food Not Bombs, highlighting his passion for social justice and community action. We discuss into t...

SHOT Show - Online trolls - Carrying as a cutie patootie In this episode, we interview Emily from 'Princess and the Pistol.' We discuss her rise in social media popularity for practical gun carry outfits for women, her experience at SHOT Show, and how she deals with online negativity. Emily shares advice for women entering the gun community and emphasizes the importance of being authentic and resi...

Accountability - Parenting - Honest reporting In this episode, we welcome Kyle Clark from 9 News, Colorado. We discuss Kyle's approach to moderating political debates, emphasizing accountability and truth over softball questions. Kyle explains his philosophy of holding politicians to tough questions and fact-checking in real-time, which resonates with the public's desire for transparency. He also...

Leftist Internet Friends - Purity Testing - Sad Karaoke In this episode, Jordan and Tali tackle various socio-political issues with guests Tyler and Kenan from the Revolutionary Rhetoric Podcast . The conversation covers a wide array of topics, such as the importance of mutual aid, the problems with purity testing in political movements, and the complexities of gun ownership and legislation. Delvi...

Cancelling CEOs - SHOT Show plans - Dropping guns In this episode, we are joined by our previous guest and CURRENT friend, YZY PRINTS to discuss a range of topics from the fun and challenges of 3D-printed guns to the impact of social media on mental health and community building. The conversation delves into the ethics and technology behind 3D-printing firearms, the implications of a recent CEO's...

DIY guns - Buyback hacks - Learning from mistakes In this episode, Jordan is joined by Alex from Ctrl+Pew to dive into the world of 3D printing, gun rights, and personal liberty. Together, they unpack the challenges of building firearms at home, especially in restrictive states, and the critical role of community support in the 3D printing journey. The conversation covers troubleshooting prints, t...

Big Tents - Untrustworthy Institutions - Tragedy+Time=Comedy In this episode, we sit down with "Smedley Butler's Ghost" and "Leo" from the Upstate New York chapter of the Socialist Rifle Association. We discuss the broad goals of the SRA, the role of gun ownership in community safety, involvement in local politics, and "productively criticize" the DNC. If you like the show and want to support us,...

Propaganda - Community defense - Self care ||| In this episode, I head up to Vermont to chat with our friends, Megan and Justin from Off Color Decals to explore their journey in creating a unique business that aligns with their values. We discuss the challenges and successes of running a left-of-center business in a niche market, their commitment to community engagement, and the importance of ethi...

Race guns - Pangaea - Stardew Valley ||| In this episode, we interview our friend, Artemis , a competitive shooter, who shares insights into IDPA and USPSA competitions, the evolution of equipment, and changing rules. We discuss how competition shooting skills can benefit self-defense, and topics like homesteading, video games, and memes (obviously). The conversation covers diverse topics, includi...

Gun control - Mental health - Finding common ground ||| In this episode, we chat with Maryam Abolfasli, a Democratic congressional candidate for Tennessee's fifth district. Maryam is a single mother and daughter of Iranian parents who after a spending her earlier years working in Afghanistan rebuilding water infrastructure, decided to run for office. Being a Democrat and for "gun safety for kids",...

Being a good steward - Cowboy action shooting - Voting against your best interests ||| In this episode, the lads sit down with Will Hancock, also known as Sapper Gentleman on Youtube. Will is a self-proclaimed liberal gun owner who enjoys Cowboy Action Shooting, getting others into guns, and long walks on the beach. We discuss dealing with online trolls and setting a good example. We also talk abo...

Religious fitness - Defensive education - Being a good person ||| In this episode, John Correia, founder of Active Self Protection, shares his journey from being a pastor to becoming a leading self-defense educator on YouTube. He reflects on the challenges of balancing family life and content creation, emphasizing that his mission is to promote responsible self-defense education, not glorify viole...

European gun ownership - The Danish military - Dude's obsession with Norse runes ||| In this episode, we interview our friend, @Texas_Dane , a former member of the Danish military who now resides in the US. We discuss gun ownership and regulations in Europe, particularly in Denmark, and why even the countries with high rates of gun ownership have significantly lower crime numbers. We discuss his t...

Goofy gun marketing - Patreon questions - Keeping your sense of humor ||| Join us for the second episode in out 2 episode hangout with Matt from Fuddbusters where he answers questions from our Patrons, we discuss why anyone would ever need a single-shot 6.7 pistol, talk about AI and more! Check out Panther City Tactical for AR parts, accessories, gear and more! Don't forget to use code: ABETTERWAY...

Good work - Bad laws - Every finger on the trigger ||| In this episode, Matt Larosiere from Fuddbusters joins us for part one of two as we talk about his experience as a firearms attorney and the importance of having knowledgeable and passionate advocates in the field. We discuss his history at Firearms Policy Coalition, why it's important to vet organizations before giving them money, and how mos...

GO FAUST YOURSELF In this episode, the lads sit down with self-taught rocket surgeon, Jonathan Wild. Jonathan is the brains behind Wild Arms Research and Development and has been spending his time LEGALLY building rocket launchers, recoilless launchers, and other things that you didn't know you could build without the ATF shooting your dog. We discuss how Jon got started doing this, the effort beh...

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