The Brown Duke Gun Show

JP Garcia and Brandon Elias are recording remote, deep in the misery of a Southern summer, and they're tackling the question every competitive shooter is asking right now: how do you keep improving when it's too hot to train outside? The answer isn't "tough it out." It's smarter than that. You'll hear the complete match-day fueling formula — a bottle of water per stag...

Put your headphones in for this one — Episode 78 is a masterclass in the mental game of practical shooting, recorded raw and remote with JP Garcia on the road in Kentucky and Brandon Elias calling in straight from the range. The core question: why do so many shooters dominate classifiers but fall apart on field courses? JP and Brandon dig into the answer across nearly an hour of unfiltered convers...

Big news first: BDGS is officially on Patreon. Head to patreon.com/bdgs and at minimum grab the free tier — episode alerts, regular posts, and a direct line to JP and Brandon that doesn't depend on YouTube's policy roulette. (YouTube pulled their last episode with no real explanation. Appealed it. Denied in three hours. Patreon is the answer.) If you want more: $10/month gets you one shoot...

We've got a lot this episode. Brandon's AR safety post set Instagram on fire, so we kick things off with the actual conversation: elite-level operators don't all run the same protocol, "big boy rules" are a real thing at certain training levels, and the honest takeaway is to get the training first, then decide. From there we get into the dry fire vs. live fire debate — Brando...

JP and Brandon are back, and this one's different. Two recent shootings sparked a real conversation — the Press Corps Dinner incident and a 17-year-old girl killed at a Baton Rouge mall on senior skip day. Austin's out on daddy duty, so it's just the two of them, and they're not holding back. This episode is the personal defense framework you need whether you carry or not. JP and B...

Put your headphones on — this one’s all about what actually makes you a better shooter. In this episode of The Brown Duke Gun Show , JP Garcia and Brandon Elias break down the reality of firearm training, competition shooting, and the habits that separate casual shooters from serious competitors. You’ll hear firsthand insights on why fundamentals never go away, how top shooters structure their pra...

Throw this one on in your headphones—because this is real-world gun ownership talk. JP Garcia and Brandon Elias sit down and unpack something every shooter is starting to feel again: ammo prices are creeping up… and shortages may not be far behind . They break down what’s happening behind the scenes—from rising material costs to supply chain pressure—and why waiting to stock up could put you in a...

Throw this one on in your headphones—this episode hits both the mindset and mechanics of better shooting. JP Garcia and Brandon Elias unpack a topic that sparked serious debate: pistol red dot size . But instead of arguing online, they break it down the right way—through experience, competition, and practical application. You’ll hear how a simple conversation about MOA turned into a bigger discuss...

In this episode of The Brown Duke Gun Show , host JP Garcia and co-host Brandon Elias of Sentry Defense dive into practical shooting, firearm training, and the gear choices that matter for both competition shooters and responsible gun owners. The conversation starts with an announcement about a new practical shooting training class designed for shooters who want to step into their first USPSA-styl...

Throw this one on during your drive to the range. This episode of The Brown Duke Gun Show is a deep, honest conversation about what eight years of competition shooting really teaches you—about discipline, safety, mindset, and growth. JP and Brandon recap the 8th anniversary match at Lafayette Practical Shooters and dive into lessons that matter whether you’re a brand-new competitor or chasing GM:...

SHOT Show 2026 is in the books, and this episode of The Brown Duke Gun Show is the full debrief you’ve been waiting for. JP Garcia, Brandon Elias, and Austin Menard sit down after the dust settles to talk through what actually mattered at SHOT Show—from major product launches to subtle industry shifts you wouldn’t notice from highlight reels alone. A major focus is Daniel Defense’s new DD4 X1 plat...

This episode of The Brown Duke Gun Show comes to you straight from the SHOT Show booth—late night, boots on the floor, and real industry talk. JP Garcia and Brandon Elias recap the first several hours of SHOT Show, sharing what’s surprised them, what people are asking about most, and what’s standing out beyond the usual expectations. From strong interest in Sentry Manufacturing’s Deadlock and Gas...

SHOT Show Range Day hits different when you’re actually there—and in this episode of The Brown Duke Gun Show , the crew gives you the unfiltered, post-range-day breakdown. JP Garcia sits down with Brandon Elias and Austin Menard after a long day in the desert, reflecting on first impressions, standout ranges, and some moments that genuinely caught them off guard. From the massive Staccato / Prairi...

If you’re serious about shooting—whether for competition, training, or personal development—this episode is packed with value. JP Garcia is joined by Brandon Elias (Sentry Defense) and Austin Menard (Sentry Manufacturing) for a wide-ranging, no-nonsense discussion on Glock Gen 6 , smarter training habits, and the role of modern tools like ACE VR . You’ll hear an in-depth breakdown of the Glock Gen...

JP and Brandon close out 2025 with an unscripted conversation about why continuous training matters (even for elite operators), the suppressor tax stamp elimination strategy, and staying safe during the holidays. 🎉 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: The Brown Duke Gun Show is officially in the TOP 20% of all video podcasts on Spotify! Thank you for two incredible years of support. We're just getting started....

JP, Brandon, and Austin are back for an unscripted conversation covering the competition vs. tactical shooting debate that's breaking the internet, new gear releases, and what's coming at SHOT Show 2026.🔥 MAJOR TOPICS:World Champion shooter roasted for "competition doesn't translate" takeWhy muscle memory matters more than your tactical fantasyGlock Generation 6 full breakdo...

JP Garcia welcomes special guests Luke (Lafayette Police Officer) and Jonas (German Federal Police Officer) for a fascinating conversation about policing, gun culture, and competition shooting across the Atlantic. Jonas shoots his first USPSA match at Sentry Defense and shares his eye-opening perspective on American gun culture. What Makes This Episode Special:🇩🇪 German Federal Police Officer's fi...

JP Garcia returns with the full crew - Brandon Elias (Sentry Defense) and Austin Menard (Sentry Manufacturing) - for a packed Halloween episode covering major industry announcements, hunting rifle reviews, and the partnership everyone's been asking about. MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENTS: 🎯 Sentry Manufacturing + Daniel Defense Mile Team partnership officially revealed 🔫 CAT CACM rifle features Deadlock...

Viewer Discretion Advised: This episode deals with sensitive topics related to school violence and mass shootings. The discussion is solution-focused but may be triggering for some viewers. JP Garcia and Brandon Elias (Sentry Defense) tackle one of the most challenging topics in America today: how to actually reduce mass school shootings. Using AI analysis of 323 sources including FBI, Secret Serv...

Join JP Garcia, Austin Menard (Sentry Manufacturing), and special guest Andrew Theisen from Dry Creek Arsenal for an in-depth conversation about the suppressor industry, NFA changes, and the future of firearm technology. Andrew shares his journey from full-time farming to running one of the Midwest's premier NFA dealers. What You'll Learn:🔇 Which suppressor mounting systems to AVOID (cont...

Join JP Garcia for a truly special episode featuring Nicky Billou, New York Times bestselling author, podcast host, and Iranian immigrant who escaped the Islamic Revolution. This isn't your typical gun show episode - it's a powerful conversation about freedom, tyranny, and the mental frameworks that create champions. Nicky's Incredible Story:🔥 Survived the Iranian Islamic Revolution a...

JP Garcia, Brandon Elias (Sentry Defense), and Austin Menard (Sentry Manufacturing) dive deep into the recent SIG P320 ND case that had the firearms industry in an uproar - and why everyone jumped to the wrong conclusions. Plus, fresh updates from the Rocky Mountain Tactical Team Association (RMTTA) trade show and Sentry Showdown championship preparations. What We Cover:🔫 SIG P320 ND case breakdo...

Join JP Garcia, Brandon Elias (Sentry Defense), and Austin Menard (Sentry Manufacturing) for another episode packed with practical shooting wisdom and controversial hot takes! This week we dive deep into dry fire training techniques, the reality of switching between guns/divisions, and why one of our previous hot takes about safe queen guns absolutely broke the internet. What You'll Learn: 🎯...

Join JP, Brandon Elias, and Austin Menard as they dive into the latest gun industry news and hot takes! 🔥 This Episode Covers: Senator Chris Murphy's proposed $4,700 silencer tax stamp bill Why the "mass legalization" claim is completely wrong ATF processing updates and faster disapprovals Red dot shooting tips: One eye vs. two eyes open Recent tragic events and the failure of gun b...

JP Garcia sits down with Brandon Strayer, the mastermind behind Infinity Firearms, for an in-depth conversation about precision manufacturing, competition shooting, and what separates hand-fitted 2011s from mass-produced alternatives. In this episode, we dive deep into: 🔧 Why making your own parts gives Infinity a massive reliability advantage 🎯 The difference between hand-fitted and mass-produc...