T.REX TALK

This episode unpacks the necessity for a wide array of radios, tailored to your distinct communication demands. It's a new year, and time for a new focus on radio communications, from cheap FRS radios and simple plans for your local neighborhoods, to encrypted business band HTs for your more trusted circle, and the need for longer-range amateur HF networks that cover multiple states.       Ra...

A few weeks ago, Matthew Nowlin and Shawn Graham interviewed Isaac Botkin on the Faith in Action radio show.  Hopefully you have better things to do this Christmas than listen to podcasts, but here is that conversation, going from T.Rex's early goals to developments in the gun culture, but also spending a lot of time on plugging into community and building community. 

Christmas cheer is everywhere, raising sprits, stress, and sometimes uncomfortable topics of conversation. When you sit down with your family next week, is the turmoil of late-2023 America going to cause division?      With Civil War Reconciliation statues being torn down, and Civil War provoking movies being marketed, it's a fractious start to an election year. You need to prepare yourself w...

When a Dutch conservative visits America, what are his main observations and takeaways? How is the USA different from Europe? Our guest Ricardo, a seasoned business and wealth consultant at Solari , joins us for an enlightening discussion on weapons and martial culture in the Netherlands, as well as land ownership, education, and a candid conversation around the American Dream, and the distinct mi...

Have you ever wondered why the most productive people catch the most flak? Open your mind to fresh perspectives as we navigate through last week's headlines about controversial public figures like Elon Musk and Doug Wilson. We'll be dissecting the power of persistence, focus, and dedication towards work, shedding light on the types of people who orbit around effective doers - the posers,...

We had a great Black Friday sale, with the largest number of products discounted, and subsequently the largest number of products to make and ship! In this episode Isaac goes into the warehouse to take customer questions which range from camouflage, radios, thermal, and explains why body armor sales may be the best takeaway for the year. Stay connected to us here: trex-arms.com/newsletter/        ...

Last month, U.S. District Judge Roger Benitez of San Diego struck down California’s Assault Weapon Ban , for the second time. His decision is being appealed to the 9th Circuit, which will probably overturn his ruling, for the second time. While we wait to see if this thing makes it to the Supreme Court, let's go over some of the best arguments in his excellent ruling , the unhinged response t...

To celebrate our 10-year anniversary, we hosted an event for T-Rex customers. You can check out a YouTube video that gives you a visual look at how that went, but this podcast has some more conversations with attendees.      We hope you enjoy, and we are grateful to you for 10 years of support.      Stay connected to us here: trex-arms.com/newsletter/           

If you want one simple and quick tip on how to get more involved in your local community AND more aware of local politics, check out the political fundraisers of your local representatives. Fall is the time when a lot of those are happening, and to get you middle Tennessee listeners started, I'll just invite to one right here:      John Rich and Jody Barrett     Tuesday, November 7th.    at t...

We aren't the only folks who believe that political positions require firm foundation. Let's check in on some non-Christian right-wingers,  see how they are coming on their new mythology, and talk about its serious implications for 2A advocates. Building a Mythos for the Non-Christian Right by Richard Hanania Technically, this might be Neo-Neo-Pagan-Nietzscheism... it's hard to keep...

Noah Botkin just got back from a little light tourism in Switzerland, the Czech Republic, and the UK, so he's joining the podcast to discuss a few observations. Learn what Cambridge professors think of the American War for Independence, how the British Museum demonstrates power, and how a crazy Czech general invented tank warfare in the 1400s.         Stay connected to us here: trex-arms.com/...

We've had a bunch of episodes talking about folks involved in the Gun Freedom movement, so lets take some time to examine the Gun Control movement, thanks to sone interesting observations from a 2022 article by Micah L. Sifry, a gun control advocate who is frustrated by the forced uniformity of Everytown and its related organizations.           Stay connected to us here: trex-arms.com/newslet...

Why has Hollywood made so few movies that are critical of the Soviet Union? Western filmmakers pumped out mountains of anti-Nazi films during the few short years of WWII, but very few anti-USSR movies over the long Cold War. The reasons for this are fascinating, and so are these few films. In this episode we will discuss "White Nights," which pits the KGB against ballet and tap dancers,...

We in the "Gun Community" talk about community a lot, and it's time to dig into that on this podcast once more! This episode compares on-line and real-life community groups, and discusses six community building blocks (in no particular order): Shared Mission     Shared Experiences     Shared Growth     Shared Hardships     Shared Resources     Shared Proximity    Stay connected to u...

When New Mexico's Governor banned firearm carry in Albuquerque last week in a sweeping executive action, she admitted that crime would not be affected by it, she bragged that the constitution forbade it, and she complained that law enforcement wouldn't uphold it. So why do it? Stay connected to us here: trex-arms.com/newsletter/           

Deeper analysis of the conflict in Tennessee over gun rights reveals some deeper problems. The ideological differences and separations between our different political tribes has made even basic conversations really difficult. Fortunately, there is a way out.        Check out our final Special Session recap here: youtu.be/PoD0Xl3DsSE           Stay connected to us here: trex-arms.com/newsletter/  ...

Tennessee's Special Session didn't have quite as many as protestors as planned, but there is still a lot of drama going on internally! We've got news, fun stories from behind the scenes, and lessons for other states who are going to experience this same drama soon. See the video here: youtube.com/watch?v=MmMmjjYW2Oo       Stay connected to us here: trex-arms.com/newsletter/         

The Tennessee Special Session is just wrapping up its second day. We've got an interview with Jody Barrett, the infamous 7th courageous rep, clips of moral outrage from people who aren't into solutions, and more.  See the video here: youtube.com/watch?v=W7Q4KeSY3es       Stay connected to us here: trex-arms.com/newsletter/        

We're doing livestreams on YouTube again, because even as we speak, Tennessee Lawmakers are discussing various "public safety" measures that include various forms of gun control, including Red Flag Laws. We will be doing daily shows for a while to show you what is happening, and why you should pay attention, whether you live in Tennessee or not.              See the video here: yout...

We are 178 episodes in, and it's time for you guys to chime in and let us know what YOU want from this podcast!     Quick update on all the action that is unfolding here in Tennessee: Next week, gun control advocates from all over America will converge on Nashville to push for new weapon confiscation laws. We have a powerful new tool that will help you counteract legislators in just a couple...

The tech world is highly focused on "disruptive" technology, especially in places like Silicon Valley, where that focus is largely business. But technology has the ability to disrupt far more than just the economy, and there are four big technological advances on the horizon that you need to start thinking about right now.      Stay connected to us here: trex-arms.com/newsletter/        

With only a few weeks until the Governor of Tennessee calls a special session so he can try to pressure the legislators to pass a Red Flag law, you should check out our latest YouTube video " Everything Wrong with Red Flag Laws ," sign up for the  trex-arms.com/newsletter/   and watch what happens next.        Stay connected to us here: trex-arms.com/newsletter/        

A surprisingly animated Instagram conversation sparks some thoughts about the last 40 years of homeschooling and the last 150 years of government schooling.  Stay connected to us here: trex-arms.com/newsletter/        

Take control of your own data, don't just rely on other people to preserve it for you, and share the information that should not be lost.   The Official T.REX ARMS 3D Scan Library        The New Radio Scan Files         From Sigint.systems         and Great Plains Creations         The server shutdown at InfluxDB           SOF magazine at Archive.org        Stay connected to us here: trex-arm...

We just released all the of 3D scans of all of the firearms and weapon lights that we have used to develop holsters for the last 5 years. We also released a bunch of new Sidecar files and a nylon pattern that you can sew at home. Now let's talk about why.  The Official T.REX ARMS 3D Scan Library       Sidecar Spine System Files        The Sidecar Dual Wield Adapter       The all-new Sidecar E...