The Primacy Effect & Steel Glock Mags | SOTG 1350
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What happens when one of the most popular carry pistols in America gets a new magazine that might change the conversation? In this episode of Student of the Gun, Paul and Jarrad dig into the primacy effect, Glock’s new steel magazines for the 43X and 48, and why “new and improved” doesn’t always mean what the internet thinks it means. From the debate over whether the Glock 19 is “dead” to the bigger lessons hidden inside firearms training, this episode connects gear, psychology, and real-world performance in a way that will make you rethink how shooters are taught, and what they...
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Groupthink & Practiscore vs Practicality? | SOTG 1349
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Wanna hear the FULL Episode? We have yet another special episode for you. Paul was invited to join Sonny, Louis and Josh on the Students of Violence podcast livestream. We decided to do a bit of co-branding and share the material here with you. CAUTION: May contain mature themes and smoking. For your Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. Professor Paul decided to build a rifle to celebrate Independence Day. He did so and will discuss the project here. Also, Paul has something that he needed to get off of his chest during our Coffee Corner. You can and should support us by buying some great coffee...
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Happy Birthday USA & Sneak Preview of Super Lab | SOTG 1348
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We have a very special episode for you here. Rather than to simply take the 4th of July holiday week off, Professor Paul sat down to record a heartfelt, personal message for you all. Additionally, the Professor has been diligently working on a brand new book entitled; Super Lab: Application of the Scientific Method to Firearms Training. Paul will take some time to address the impetus behind this project and his desire to correct many errors and misconceptions in what passes for firearms training these days. Please take the time to celebrate and appreciate the gift from God that is the...
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Quick Draw Consequences & Serving Two Masters | SOTG 1347
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We are once more honored to have Louis Caras as our special guest. Louis, the co-author of a Pipe Hitters Guide to Red Dots and Optics on Handguns will offer his thoughts about choosing an optic for your handgun and what you should be looking for during our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. During Coffee Corner brought to you by coffee, Louis and Paul will consider the new book and we have so great news to share with you all regarding a product that we once thought was gone. For our SOTG Homeroom from Paul and Louis will discuss the “quick draw” negligent shooting involving...
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Donut of Death & Definition of Insanity | SOTG 1346
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What in the world is the “donut of death?” Why should you know about it? During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. Paul and Jarrad will consider using the circle-only reticle aka the donut of death. Is this just a gimmick or could it benefit you? During our Coffee Corner from we will consider the Book of Five Rings Study Guide and what those who have read it have to say. Have you read it yet? Did you leave a review? Finally, what is the definition of insanity? We have witnessed a rash of negligent discharges during the last couple of weeks. Unfortunately, we are hearing...
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Special Guest: Nate the Blademaker & It’s Not Complicated | SOTG 1345
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Wanna hear the FULL Episode? Welcome to a new episode of SOTG Radio. We have a special guest interview, Nate Summers, aka Nate the Blademaker. Jarrad sat down with Nate to pick his brain about knife making, being a small business owner and more. During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. we’ll take a quick look at the latest pistol optic. Did you get your own EFLX CE yet? Also, Paul will revisit a previous question from our buddy, Ryne. In this week’s Coffee Corner from we will take a look at what people are saying about the new book from Nicholas Orr, “A Pipe Hitters Guide...
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New Red Dot Book & Gun Shop Desk Pop? | SOTG 1344
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Wanna hear the FULL Episode? We are joined today by our special guest, Louis Caras, the co-author of the new book “A Pipe Hitters Guide to Red Dots and Optics on Handguns”. Paul and Louis will consider the significance of the new book and how it might help both new and experienced shooters alike. During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. Professor Paul will discuss a new article published that features the EFLX CE optic. Louis was one of the first to take a close look at that. What is so special about this red dot? There was a desk pop at the gun shop. We report on a negligent discharge that...
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Super Labs & EFLX CE Report | SOTG 1343
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Wanna hear the FULL Episode? We have a very special episode of Student of the Gun Radio for you. This was recorded live in front of a studio audience. Next, we could not be more excited to bring you the news of the new EOTech EFLX CE “closed emitter” pistol mounted optic. Both Paul and Jarrad put hundreds of rounds down range using the new optic and will share their opinions and impressions with you. During our Coffee Corner from (Code STUDT20), we are pleased to announce that a brand new book is on the way from our friend Nicholas Orr. This one is called A Pipe Hitters Guide to Red...
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No Bear Spray & Long Range Gear | SOTG 1342
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Wanna hear the FULL Episode? Most long-range shooting myths are just that—myths. What you really need to hit long-distance targets isn’t a fancy laser level or a digital wind meter; it’s practical knowledge, quality gear, and consistent training. If you’re tired of wasting money on gadgets that promise perfection but deliver distraction, this episode is your wake-up call. Professor Paul dismantles the obsession with high-tech accessories, revealing how you can shoot confidently at a thousand yards with simple tools—like a solid scope, reliable ammunition, and disciplined practice....
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Human Vision & Elitist Gatekeeping | SOTG 1341
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Wanna hear the FULL Episode? How does human vision actually work and should the sights on our guns work with or against the natural tendencies of our eyes? Once more we are joined by our friend Louis Caras for a deep discussion about pistol sights. During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. Professor Paul considers the recent history of GWoT and how it affected and changed the firearms industry. Also, how did things change after GWoT? For this week’s Coffee Corner Paul and Louis will consider the book, Guns of the Cold War. How did we move from the steel and hardwood firearms of WWII to the...
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