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SOTG 944 - My First Gun: Helping the Recent Gun Buyer

Student of the Gun Radio

Release Date: 04/19/2020

Election 2024 Lessons & Nick from Office Joe | SOTG 1267 show art Election 2024 Lessons & Nick from Office Joe | SOTG 1267

Student of the Gun Radio

We have a special guest for you, Nick Palmisciano of Ranger Up clothing and Range 15 fame, now the man behind the new Amazon TV series “Office Joe”. Nick joins up for a lively conversation about making movies, being a veteran in today’s world and Hollywood flops. The 2024 Presidential Election is over and the productive people of the United States have saved the country, for the time being. What lessons can and should we take away from this miraculous situation? As always, we have a Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. as well as a Pro Tip from Froglube. Additionally, we have an SOTG Homeroom....

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Justice for P’nut & Fight Back | SOTG 1266 show art Justice for P’nut & Fight Back | SOTG 1266

Student of the Gun Radio

Thugs from the New York government raided an animal sanctuary, treated the homeowners like terrorists ransacking their house for 5 hours and then murdered P’nut the squirrel and Fred the raccoon. How much more state sponsored abuse and tyranny are we going to put up with? If they will raid a home to kill a squirrel, what would they do to you? Our friend, Nicholas Orr has just released Book 4 of the Pipe Hitters Novel series, “Fight Back!” Will this book be as prophetic as the previous Blood Trail? Let’s hope not. There are lessons interlaced in these books for the astute and...

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Vote for America & Armed Citizen Stops Terrorist | SOTG 1265 show art Vote for America & Armed Citizen Stops Terrorist | SOTG 1265

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The choice on Nov 5 is not a difficult one; vote for a party that hates America and has been destroying it for years or vote for a party that wants to preserve the America into which we were born. If you are still unsure, go grocery shopping before you vote. During our SOTG Homeroom from SOTGU, we will consider a recent terror attack in Israel. The terrorist used a truck and knife, so our media is essentially ignoring the story. However, armed Israeli citizens used their guns to stop the attack.  Also, we have a Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. Are you equipped to shoot in the dark? What gear...

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Presidential Election is in 2 Weeks! [2020 Election - Best Of] | SOTG 1264 show art Presidential Election is in 2 Weeks! [2020 Election - Best Of] | SOTG 1264

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The Presidential Election is coming and coming fast, the fate of our country is going to be decided in just two weeks! Do you remember what happened last time, and are you prepared for what might come next? Professor Paul & Jarrad are on the road this week, so we’re gonna take a look back in the past, at the aftermath of the 2020 Biden v. Trump election, to give us all a nice mental refresher as to the feces spectacle that we very well could be in for this time around as well. This includes the various counts of Election Fraud, the Capitol Building, and Project Veritas. TOPICS COVERED...

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How Did Terrorists Get M-16’s? | SOTG 1263 show art How Did Terrorists Get M-16’s? | SOTG 1263

Student of the Gun Radio

Israel recently eliminated and captured jihadi terrorists who were in possession of M-16 rifles. How did American assault rifles end up in the hands of Middle Eastern terrorists? Where is the American media on this story? During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc and our SOTG Homeroom, Professor Paul will discuss the pros and cons of operating with a Field Protective Mask on your face. How can the Holographic Weapon Sight aid you in this endeavor?  Sadly, yet another American citizen has been murdered by one of the millions of foreign invaders brought in by the criminal Harris-Biden regime....

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HAM Radios to the Rescue & FBI Corruption | SOTG 1262 show art HAM Radios to the Rescue & FBI Corruption | SOTG 1262

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News out of North Carolina is confirming what we all have known, radios are important pieces of emergency gear. During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. we will relate a new story that addresses how HAM radio operators have been instrumental in the post-hurricane relief effort. Another FBI whistleblower has testified before Congress regarding the corruption of that government agency. This man was harassed and targeted by the FBI for speaking out. Why isn’t every media outlet in the USA reporting on this?  We have another ProTip from Froglube as well as an SOTG Homeroom from . A recent...

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Hurricane Helene Lessons & FL Chief Violates Constitution | SOTG 1261 show art Hurricane Helene Lessons & FL Chief Violates Constitution | SOTG 1261

Student of the Gun Radio

A Police Chief in the Florida city of Okeechobee decided that he had the authority to override the United States Constitution because it was an “emergency”. Tune in to see how well that went for him and the city. During our SOTG Homeroom from we will consider the value of being dangerous on demand. Where should you not go in the aftermath of a natural disaster?  Also, we have a Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. How important are portable radios during this time in our history? Can’t you just rely on your phone? During our Froglube Pro Tip Professor Paul discusses a frozen pistol. Thanks...

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Only Cops Need Guns & Boy Stops Bear Attack | SOTG 1260 show art Only Cops Need Guns & Boy Stops Bear Attack | SOTG 1260

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You know how the left says only the police should have guns because they are professionals? We’ll consider some of the “professional” behavior of cops with guns and you make up your own mind.  Do you really need “suppressor height sights” to use a silencer on a pistol? During our Tech Talk form EOTech Inc. Professor Paul will address that question. During our Froglube ProTip, we have some feedback from one of you, an SOTG listener. A 12 year old Wisconsin boy saved his father from a vicious bear attack. What happened and what lessons are there for us to take away from this...

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Farewell Ed Brown & National Concealed Carry | SOTG 1259 show art Farewell Ed Brown & National Concealed Carry | SOTG 1259

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We are saddened at the passing of yet another master gunsmith and icon in our industry. Ed Brown, master 1911 pistolsmith and founder of Ed Brown Products, recently lost his battle with cancer and his journey has ended.  US House Rep. Thomas Massie has introduced The National Constitutional Carry Act (HR 9534). What would the passage of this bill mean, particularly to those who live in “blue states” run by organized criminals? Listen louder.  During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc we will consider the difference between an SKS and an AKM rifle. We have a FrogLube Pro Tip and an...

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Vote for Charlie Brown & 9/11: a Somber but Bright Day | SOTG 1258 show art Vote for Charlie Brown & 9/11: a Somber but Bright Day | SOTG 1258

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“Members Take Back our NRA” is the FB group you can go to and help support Charlie Brown and other NRA reform candidates. Our good friend, Charlie joins us to discuss the state of the NRA and his candidacy for the Board of Directors. We have a Tech Talk from EOTech Inc this week where we consider learning how to use your precision optic. Froglube has a new product to help you clean your can. Also, during our SOTG Homeroom, we will revisit the embarrassing US Navy “backwards optic” story. It is 9/11, but Professor Paul is celebrating a positive anniversary. It has been five years since...

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Many people are going through the, my first gun, experience and purchasing a defensive firearm for the very first time in their lives. We dedicated this show to helping those people and helping out long time listeners educate the first time gun buyer in their lives.

Our Warrior of the Week shares a scary experience with us; catching a burglar in the act while at home. What can we learn from this situation and what ammunition is right for personal defense against all predators? 

Remember, we are still running the Duracoat Badass Finish challenge. Start working on your projects and you could be a winner. 

Thanks for being a part of SOTG! We hope you find value in the message we share. If you’ve got any questions, here are some options to contact us:

Enjoy the show! And remember…
You’re a Beginner Once, a Student For Life!


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From washingtontimes.com:

Two gun rights groups filed a lawsuit Thursday against a Georgia judge who suspended concealed carry permit applications in his county, arguing that the decision violates the Second Amendment.

The Firearms Policy Coalition and the Second Amendment Foundation filed the lawsuit in U.S. District Court in Atlanta against Cherokee County Probate Judge Keith Wood, the county itself and Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp, a Republican.

The lawsuit was filed on behalf of Lisa Walters, a member of both gun groups. She said she was barred from applying for a new concealed carry license, locally known as a Georgia Weapons License or GWL. Ms. Walters had let a previous GWL lapse.

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From www.studentofthegun.com:

#1 Choosing Your First Gun: Handguns
Picking your first gun can be a daunting task. By the time you reach the gun store counter you’ve likely received more advice from friends and family than you can remember. Unfortunately, much of that advice might have been contradictory.”My First Gun” is aimed at helping you by delivering real, true information, arming you with facts to make your next gun purchase a success.

Your Uncle Jim said to buy a revolver, the guy at work said to buy a “compact. 22”, your buddy from the gym said “get a Glock”. What’s a person to do?

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