We Da People Podcast

What if the power grid went down, the roads became unsafe, and you had to walk 140 miles to get your family to safety—with only one rifle and whatever ammunition you could carry? In this episode of We Da People, Shelton, Fred, Colin, and guest Lawrence take on a fictional grid-down survival scenario. Twelve days after the lights go out, their homes are no longer safe. The destination is family pro...

How much food can you really grow in your backyard, and could your neighbors be the key to becoming more self-reliant? On this episode of We Da People, Nature Boy of Seals Family Farm challenges the idea that preparedness means doing everything alone. After serving two tours in Iraq as a combat medic, Nature Boy found a new direction through gardening. What began as a personal journey in 2010 beca...

A father drove past his daughters’ elementary school and witnessed an unfolding nightmare. When gunfire erupted at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Oregon, he intervened. But what happens when an armed civilian makes the decision to enter an active shooter situation? In this episode of We Da People, Shelton, Colin, and Fred examine the Oregon school shooting, the courage of an armed parent, and a t...

Black Rambo has millions of followers, massive reach, and one of the most recognizable personalities in firearms content. So why does he still feel like parts of the gun industry refuse to give him his respect? In this episode of We Da People, Black Rambo sits down with Shelton, Fred, and Colin of Gunplay TV for a raw conversation about gun industry gatekeeping, creator hate, authenticity, brand r...

What does it actually mean to be a capable man, and can you be dangerous without being reckless? In this episode of We Da People, Dr. Sam joins the crew for a direct conversation about masculinity and emotional control, martial arts mindset, confidence, ego, and what happens when pressure exposes who you really are. The discussion starts with the difference between looking tough and actually havin...

Want to start hunting but feel like you need thousands of dollars in gear before you can even step into the woods? This episode of We Da People breaks down what beginner hunters actually need, what they can skip, and how to get started without overcomplicating it. Eric Morris joins the crew to walk through how to start hunting, from hunter education and getting a hunting license to choosing public...

The Lindsay Clancy mistrial has become bigger than one courtroom. In this episode of We Da People, the crew debates the case, the lone holdout juror, postpartum psychosis, media framing, and a much harder question: does justice look different when money, resources, race, and public sympathy enter the picture? We break down the Lindsay Clancy trial from the perspective of criminal responsibility, n...

A 72-hour emergency kit is a great starting point, but a long-term blackout changes everything. Water pressure can disappear, refrigeration becomes a problem, communication gets harder, fuel may become difficult to access, sanitation starts breaking down, and even basic routines become complicated. We break down practical blackout preparedness, power outage survival, two-week emergency preparednes...

How many guns are too many—and when does a firearms hobby start costing you more than money? In this episode of We Da People, the crew gets into gun addiction, gun consumerism, relationship problems, and the line between enjoying the culture and letting it control your life. The conversation starts with a simple question: can buying guns, optics, gear, training, and range time become unhealthy? Th...

Suppressors are changing fast, and the recent NFA developments could reshape how American gun owners buy, transfer, and think about them. In this episode of We Da People, we sit down with Evan from Exigent Defense to break down what’s happening with suppressor regulations, 4473 transfers, and the technology pushing modern suppressors forward. We get deep into 3D-printed suppressors, additive manuf...

Life can change fast. Money dries up, relationships shift, careers end, identities get stripped away, and suddenly the version of yourself you depended on no longer works. In this episode of We Da People, Shelton and the crew sit down with retired Special Forces veterans Renford Ligon and Quojuante Moreland for a raw conversation about men navigating life transitions. They unpack what happens when...

A gunfight erupts in public. You are armed, your family is nearby, and every second matters. Do you move toward the threat, protect the people around you, or get out and call the police? The We Da People crew is joined by Quojuante Moreland and Renford Ligon, both retired Green Berets and former Special Forces, for a direct conversation about active shooter response, concealed carry, truck guns, a...

Artificial intelligence is already changing how people work, communicate, create, shop, and consume information. But is it helping us think more clearly—or teaching us to stop thinking for ourselves? In this episode of We Da People, Shelton, Colin, and Fred explore the tension between AI’s benefits and its growing risks. They break down the difference between today’s large language models and true...

Your firearm is only the beginning of a dependable carry setup. In this episode of We Da People, Shelton, Colin, and Fred break down why the right EDC gun belt or battle belt can improve comfort, retention, consistency, and your draw—and why a regular department-store belt may be holding your entire setup back. The crew compares rigid concealed carry belts, ratcheting systems, Cobra buckles, inner...

Hunting is about far more than carrying a rifle into the woods. It requires patience, fieldcraft, sound decision-making, respect for the land, and the ability to remain calm when a situation goes wrong. In this episode of We Da People, experienced hunter, outdoor educator, and television producer Eric Morris joins the crew to discuss hunting for beginners, Black representation in the outdoor indus...

Digital night vision is changing fast — and GoodNiteGear is helping make that technology more accessible for everyday shooters, prepared families, and people who want real capability without jumping straight into a $10,000–$15,000 analog setup. In this episode of We Da People, the crew breaks down the real-world pros, cons, costs, and use cases behind digital NVGs, analog night vision, thermal, an...

When do Black lives really matter? In this episode of We Da People, the crew gets into a raw conversation about Black Lives Matter, community accountability, culture, family, education, and what it really means to move the culture forward. This is not just a conversation about police brutality, politics, or slogans. The hosts unpack the difference between supporting the idea that Black lives matte...

Buying your first gun sounds simple until you realize the firearm is only the beginning. In this episode of We Da People, the crew breaks down the real cost of gun ownership, what new shooters need to think about, and why training matters more than internet opinions. Shelton, Colin, and Fred get into the things people usually skip when talking about first-time gun ownership: holsters, safes, ammo...

Everybody talks about having a bug out bag, but most people never ask the real question: can you actually carry it, use it, and survive with it when things go bad? In this episode of We Da People, Shelton, Colin, and Fred break down the real-world difference between a bug out bag, get home bag, vehicle survival kit, and everyday preparedness setup. This isn’t fantasy prepper talk. The crew gets in...

Suppressors are more popular than ever, but choosing the right one can get confusing fast. In this episode of We Da People, the crew breaks down what actually matters when buying your first suppressor or upgrading your current setup. We talk through the big questions: 5.56 suppressor vs 300 Blackout suppressor, why subsonic ammo matters, how 9mm PCCs fit into the conversation, and why a suppressor...

Suppressors are more popular than ever, but choosing the right one can get confusing fast. In this episode of We Da People, the crew breaks down what actually matters when buying your first suppressor or upgrading your current setup. We talk through the big questions: 5.56 suppressor vs 300 Blackout suppressor, why subsonic ammo matters, how 9mm PCCs fit into the conversation, and why a suppressor...

Long range shooting is not just about buying an expensive rifle, throwing a big scope on it, and hoping for the best. In this episode of We Da People, Coach Glue comes back to break down what actually matters when you want first-round impacts at distance. We get into long range rifle basics, .308 vs 6.5 Creedmoor, wind calls, ballistic coefficient, muzzle velocity, match grade ammo, dope, scope se...

What does it take to build confidence, community, and real advocacy in the firearms space? In this episode of We Da People, we sit down with the founder of Naturally Armed to talk about gun ownership, civic engagement, women in firearms, and what it means to create space where people feel seen. This conversation goes beyond just talking about guns. We get into the realities of living as a gun owne...

Bullpup vs AR-15 is one of those debates that always sparks opinions, but this episode goes deeper than internet arguments. On this episode of We Da People and Big Al breaks down what really matters: barrel length, terminal ballistics, recoil, ergonomics, manual of arms, and what each platform is actually best at. We get into why a bullpup gives you a longer barrel in a shorter overall package, an...

n this episode of We Da People, the crew sits down with Paul from ATL Gun Club for a real conversation about what it means to build an outdoor gun range that puts safety, education, and community first. They get into how the range got started, the challenges of finding the right location, zoning, and building something practical for shooters who want more than a static lane. The conversation also...