Gun Talk

In This Hour: -- Hunting guide and shooting instructor Cade Cole talks about what's important and why we tend to focus on the wrong things in hunting rifles. --  New shooters enjoy using suppressors.  Lower recoil and less noise.   --  Should you spend the money to put a new trigger in an old rifle? Absolutely! Gun Talk 03.08.26 Hour 3 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/p...

In This Hour: --  On 308 Day, it's worth a second look to find a lightweight AR platform, like the Ruger SFAR. --  What's the advantage of a revolver chambered for the 9mm cartridge? -- Did he say backup gun or backup wife?  It's an important distinction. Gun Talk 03.08.26 After Show Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support .

Want to target more coyotes this offseason? Learn how to hunt coyotes day and night using thermal optics, predator calling strategies, and expert trap line tactics from seasoned hunters Mike Hearn of Tricer and Colt Morris of Coyote Academy . Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned predator hunter, this episode breaks down everything from thermal scope selection and stand timing to trap placement...

Revolvers get dismissed as outdated—until you actually run one. Ryan Gresham sits down with Caleb Giddings of Taurus USA to unpack the real-world value of wheel guns, from beginner-friendly safety and simplicity to advanced carry scenarios where revolvers can outperform semi-autos.  This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Taurus USA , Remington Ammunition , FN Firearms , Range Ready Studios , Si...

In This Hour: --  Did a SWAT team really stage a raid on a man because he had less than a box of ammunition? Cam Edwards of Bearing Arms exposes that story as well as reveals how Virginia has become a center for gun banning action. -- It's illegal to own a gun if you use marijuana, but the U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case challenging that law.  Second Amendment attorney Mark Smith, of the Four...

In This Hour: --  People worry about the wrong things in self defense.  Sheriff Jim Wilson explains what's important and what's not. -- Has New Mexico become the new California it its efforts to ban guns? Anthony Seguera of the New Mexico Shooting Sports Association reveals how gun banners manipulate the legislative process. --  When the stuff hits the fan, what firearm should you have?  Some opt...

In This Hour: -- Will gun owners show up for the midterm elections in 2026?  Justin Davis from the NRA details the plans.  -- How do you know when you are too old to carry a gun, and are there things you can do to stretch out that time?  --  Many people have won guns in sweepstakes and raffles, but you can't win if you don't play. Gun Talk  03.01.26 Hour 3 Become a supporter of this podcast: https...

In This Hour: --  Washington state mass stabbing prompts renewed interest in concealed carry guns. --  Saving weight to make guns easier to carry. --  It's not just guns.   Save up for quality when buying accessories, too. Gun Talk  03.01.26 After Show Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support .

Ben Fabre of Roaming Shot and Kyle Lamb of Viking Tactics join Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin for a thorough rundown on the guns and gear they use to compete in NRL Hunter matches. If you’re looking for pro-level insight on what gear these guys won’t compete without, this is the episode for you. This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Savage Arms and Range Ready Studios . About Gun Talk Hunt...

In This Hour: --  Mark Stone, of Nighthawk Custom, addresses the increased interest in high-end pistols, and what makes a handmade 1911 "worth it." --  Has the 9mm cartridge completely the 45 Auto in the pistol market? --  Tom heads to the range with friends and revisits the need to work on fundamental skills. Gun Talk 02.22.26 Hour 1 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/po...

In This Hour: -- Yet another person attempts to assassinate President Trump.  He was shot and killed, but there are lessons for anyone dedicated to personal protection. --  Noted security expert Wayne Black talks about "prefense" as well as the need to carry lights so you can identify threats and, if needed, shoot in the dark. --  What can we learn from the Nancy Guthrie case? Gun Talk 02.22.26 Ho...

In This Hour: -- What guns stand up to heavy shooting at Gunsite Acadamy? Dave Fink runs the "gunsmithy" at Gunsite, and he sees what works and what doesn't. Do shooters make their handguns less reliable by "tuning" them? -- What's the future of carry guns?  Custom gunsmith Dave Fink talks revolvers, pistols, and self defense. --  Shoot it or keep it unfired? What to do with a collectable firearm....

In This Hour: --  Is talking about expensive guns elitist? --  How to protect your hearing from loud gunshots in a gunfight. --  Ammo's expensive.  Consider buying used reloading equipment. Gun Talk 02.22.26 After Show Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support .

In This Hour: -- Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon shares insights into the U.S. Department of Justice and how it's working to support gun rights.  --  Is the 30-06 rifle cartridge obsolete? --  Why do people not get training?  Possibly because they don't understand what they don't know. Gun Tallk 02.15.26 Hour 1 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-tal...

In This Hour: -- Music legend Ted Nugent visits with Tom at the SHOT Show, talking guns, hunting, and freedom. --  What are revolvers good for these days? Gun writer Dave Workman talks about his favorite wheel guns and the excellent but neglected 41 Magnum cartridge. --  How to maintain flexibility and strength needed for shooting. Gun Talk 02.15.26 Hour 2 Become a supporter of this podcast: https...

In This Hour: -- Best selling author Mark Greaney, who created the Gray Man series, talks about how he gets guns right in his novels and where he does his research. --  The Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case offers lessons for home security. --  The Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0 is a great pocket pistol Gun Talk 02.15.26 Hour 3 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun...

In This Hour: --  The strange story of finding hidden pistols in soft cases at a gun store. --  It's not for everyone, but bright colors on pistols certainly appeal to many. -- New guns and high performance ammunition make thje .380 ACP a worthwhile option for personal protection.  Gun Talk 02.15.26 After Show Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/s...

What if the difference between “gamey meat” and a meal your friends beg for is simply what you do in the first 30 minutes after the shot? In this Gun Talk Hunt episode, KJ talks with Montana’s Joe Ferronato and Oklahoma’s Greg Ray ( Outdoor Solutions & From Field To Table ) about real-world field-to-table skills—gutless method breakdowns, saving more usable meat (including neck meat), and how...

What are you doing for gun rights today? Gun rights aren’t lost overnight—they erode when people stop paying attention. In this episode of Gun Talk Nation , Ryan Gresham sits down with Tom Gresham to break down what’s really happening behind the scenes with gun legislation, political pressure, and cultural battles in the U.S. and abroad. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by CZ Firearms , Rang...

In This Hour: SHOT Show 2026 From The CZ Booth --  Things are happening fast at CZ, and old world gun maker turning out cutting edge firearms.   Tom Taylor talks about the line of exceptional hunting rifles. --  NRA Board Member Amanda Suffacool pulls back the curtain on what has been going on at the country's oldest gun rights group. --  Gun and hunting writer and online creator Ron Spomer embrac...

In This Hour: SHOT Show 2026 From The CZ Booth --  In a ground-breaking move, the German army adopts a CZ pistol for its troops. --  Long a standard for hunters, the Savage 110 rifle is being revamped.  RJ Contorno lists the upgrades and the benefits.  --  A leading retailer of components for reloaders, Powder Vally had a massive fire which burned tens of thousands of pounds of gunpowder.  Willie...

In This Hour: SHOT Show 2026 From The CZ Booth -- Gun Talk trainer and Top Shot contestant Chris Cerino explains why shooting stance doesn't matter. --  Smith & Wesson brings back the Night Guard revolvers and introduces cutting edge tech in a new pistol.. -- Best selling author Jack Carr drops in, where he and Tom basically goof off and have a good time. Gun Talk 02.08.26 Hour 3 Become a supp...

"You can do everything right—and still end up in the ER." In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Jahred Gamez of SDS Arms and Okayest Shooter , shares the unexpected ricochet injury that landed him in the hospital. It's a gripping, first-hand story about range safety, complacency, and the importance of preparedness—even when you're experienced and careful. From gun culture myths to medical response t...

Can virtual reality actually make you a better hunter? This episode of Gun Talk Hunt explores how cutting-edge tech like GAIM VR is being used in hunter education, why habitat management is key to upland bird success, and how competitive shooting translates to field performance. From 15-acre whitetail strategies to run-and-gun matches, this is a wide-ranging look at the evolving world of hunting a...

In This Hour: SHOT Show 2026 From The Banish Suppressors Booth -- Immediately after the $200 tax on silencers went away tens of thousands of buyers jumped in the market.  Brandon Maddox explains how Silencer Central keeps up and how the line of Banish suppressors now are available everywhere. --  The Shoot Like A Girl organization keeps growing and continues to introduce women and girls to shootin...