Gun Talk

The legendary Kyle Lamb of Viking Tactics joins Ryan Gresham for this episode of Gun Talk Nation. In this wide-ranging discussion, Kyle and Ryan discuss the NRA-ARC matches, where competition shooting and tactical shooting overlap, how to select the right gear - and what gear really matters, tips to combat nervousness, and so much more.This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Archon Firearms, Silencer Central, FN Firearms, EOTech, Taurus USA, Vortex Optics, CZ Firearms, and Silent Steel USA.About Gun Talk NationGun Talk Media's Gun Talk Nation with Ryan Gresham is a weekly multi-platform podcast that offers a fresh look at all things firearms-related. Featuring notable guests and a lot of laughs. Gun Talk Nation is available as an audio podcast or in video format.For more content from Gun Talk Media, visit guntalk.com or subscribe on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, and X. Catch First Person Defender on the new Official FPD YouTube channel. Watch Gun Talk Nation on its new YouTube channel. Catch Gun Tal

In This Hour:--  Violently attacked by a dozen people, a gun store employee shoots in self defense.  Michael Cargill describes what happened to his workers.-- In the world of fine firearms Wilson Combat stands out.  Founder Bill Wilson announces a new pistol and explains how they make such good guns.--  How does it happen that you buy a gun you don't need?Gun Talk 04.12.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:--  Timney Triggers now makes an upgraded trigger package for the Gen 6 Glocks.  -- West Virginia hunter Chris Ellis talks about spring turkey hunting.--  Comparing 1911 pistols.  How does the Gun Talk special edition from five years ago stack up?Gun Talk 04.12.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:--  Special limited-availability guns from Gallery Of Guns.  Kevin Wilson explains how it works and the process of buying these exclusive firearms.--  New 22 rimfire rifle explores the top end of that category.--  Some in the gun community like to badmouth President Trump and his Second Amendment efforts, and that online bashing might help gun banners win in the midterms.Gun Talk 04.12.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:--  A newbie gets welcomed to a shooting range.--  His scope ran out of adjustment for long range shooting, but there's a simple fix.--  Watching the Artemis II mission brings to mind the fastest space robot, which goes 200 times faster than a speeding bullet.Gun Talk 04.12.26 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

How do you choose a good firearms training class, and what should you do if the instructor is unsafe, unhelpful, or simply wastes your time? In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham and Chris Cerino break down how to evaluate pistol and carbine classes, what bad training looks like, how to test your gear in class, and why tight groups, reliable equipment, and practical gun handling matter more than internet myths.Train with Chris at Range Ready Studios. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Vortex Optics, CZ Firearms, Silent Steel USA, Range Ready Studios, EOTech, Taurus USA, Remington Ammunition, and FN Firearms.About Gun Talk NationGun Talk Media's Gun Talk Nation with Ryan Gresham is a weekly multi-platform podcast that offers a fresh look at all things firearms-related. Featuring notable guests and a lot of laughs. Gun Talk Nation is available as an audio podcast or in video format.For more content from Gun Talk Media, visit guntalk.com or subscribe on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, and

In This Hour: -- A gun rights activist in Australia gives his take on the mass murder event on Bondi Beach.  David Brown explains how the change in that country's gun culture may have affected the reaction. --  The ATF announced it's taking a 1-week "time out" on processing applications for suppressors before the $200 tax is removed.  Knox Williams, from the American Suppressor Association explains what's going on. -- He went to the gun store to buy one model, but everything changed when he handled a different one.  The joy of finding that pistol that just fits perfectly. Gun Talk 12.14.25 Hour1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour: --  Gun rights cases are winning in the courts, but will the U.S. Supreme Court confirm those wins?  Kostas Moros, from the Second Amendment Foundation handicaps the odds. --  Teaching a police officer to shoot, and wondering why the academy didn't do it right. --  In a mass murder attack, if you had an opportunity to shoot the killers, should you do it? Gun Talk 12.14.25 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour: -- Drake Clark announces Magpul's new grip modules for the Ruger RXM pistol. --  Is there a best plan for defense against terror attacks? --  Last-minute Christmas gift ideas -- visit your local gun store. Gun Talk 12.14.25 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

Steve Ellinger of Clay Target Legends joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham for a deep dive into the world (and history) of skeet shooting, sporting clays, trap shooting, shotgun fit, and so much more.This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Taurus USA, Remington Ammunition, EOTech, CZ Firearms, Silent Steel USA, Range Ready Studios, Vortex Optics, and FN Firearms.About Gun Talk NationGun Talk Media's Gun Talk Nation with Ryan Gresham is a weekly multi-platform podcast that offers a fresh look at all things firearms-related. Featuring notable guests and a lot of laughs. Gun Talk Nation is available as an audio podcast or in video format.For more content from Gun Talk Media, visit guntalk.com or subscribe on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, and X. Catch First Person Defender on the new Official FPD YouTube channel. Watch Gun Talk Nation on its new YouTube channel. Catch Gun Talk Hunt on the new dedicated YouTube Channel. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or whe

-- Even though we get frustrated with the Supreme Court putting off taking Second Amendment cases, there's reason for hope.  Bill Sack, of the Second Amendment Foundation, runs down a few of the active cases and handicaps the odds of winning.--  Ever seen the silly image of an entire cartridge flying through the air instead of a bullet? It can happen if you use the wrong ammo, sort of.--  Do you perform a press check on your automatic pistol?  Many experienced shooters do.  Was actor James Caan the first to do a press check in a movie? Perhaps, because he actually trained with Col. Jeff Cooper.Gun Talk 03.29.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

-- What really matters in self defense, and why much of what we hear today is nonsense.  Noted trainer Ken Hackathorn cuts through the marketing and BS to reveal what we should ignore and what we much pay attention to.--  A surprise answer when a professional is asked what pistol he carries.--  A new bill would expand the gun carry rights for former law enforcement officers. Why should there be a "special class" with expanded rights?Gun Talk 03.29.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

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--  A shooter who is transgender wants to get into competition but worries about the reception.--  The Spanish Star pistol from the 1970's hits the spot for a lightweight carry gun.--  Another reminder to double check the ammo is right for the firearm.Gun Talk 03-29-26 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

What did the Freestone, Texas NRL Hunter match teach Gun Talk Hunt before the show goes seasonal? In this final episode before the break, KJ looks back on the Freestone NRL Hunter experience with squad mates Randal, Reggie, and Sloan. They break down stage strategy, wind calls, tripod use, ranging problems, gear failures, and the lessons learned from one of the toughest matches of the season. Gun Talk Hunt is going seasonal and will return in August, making this a strong wrap-up to this portion of the season for hunters and shooters who want to sharpen their field skills.This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Savage Arms and Range Ready Studios.For more content from Gun Talk Media, visit guntalk.com or subscribe on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, and X. Catch First Person Defender on the new Official FPD YouTube channel. Watch Gun Talk Nation on its new YouTube channel. Catch Gun Talk Hunt on the new dedicated YouTube Channel. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spoti

What happens when a gun guy decides to build a belt-fed rifle from an HK-style platform? In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham talks with Mike Perkins of Whiskey and Windage about roller-delayed rifles, HK and CETME-style builds, firearms tinkering, FFL and SOT realities, and the legal line gun owners should understand before starting a custom project. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Remington Ammunition, CZ Firearms, EOTech, Taurus USA, Range Ready Studios, Silent Steel USA, FN Firearms, and Vortex Optics.Enter the Gun Talk "Copperhead Giveaway" for your chance to win a one-of-kind custom GLOCK 47 with upgrades from Ballistic Advantage, Riton Optics, Timney Triggers, and XS Sights. Enter HERE.For more content from Gun Talk Media, visit guntalk.com or subscribe on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, and X. Catch First Person Defender on the new Official FPD YouTube channel. Watch Gun Talk Nation on its new YouTube channel. Catch Gun Talk Hunt on the new dedicated YouTube Channel. Listen

-- Why do ammo companies use both small and large pistol primers, making it more difficult for reloaders?-- What changes are underway at CZ, Dan Wesson, and Colt now that they are under the same ownership? Tom Taylor runs down the news from these major gun makers. --  It's okay to come in last at a shooting match if you are learning something.Gun Talk 03.22.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

-- Blake Miquez is not only a a world champion pistol shooter, but he's running for Congress.-- When you go to a shooting class or competition, it's okay to look stupid as long as you are willing to learn.--  Professional shooter and youngest member of a shooting dynasty family Lena Miculek returns to Smith & Wesson.Gun Talk 03.22.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

-- Do you own and shoot guns mostly for fun or for self protection?--  What can you do to prepare for terrorist attacks in the U.S.?--  Shooting through a pocket or purse can save your life.Gun Talk 03.22.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

-- Why buy a revolver when there are so many good autoloading pistols?  --  Tom recounts the time he was chased by elephants--  Women continue to buy guns, but there's a real need for education.Gun Talk, 03.22.26 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.