021526 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
Broadcast live from the floor of the SHOT Show, this (2nd hour) episode of Eye on the Target Radio finds hosts Amanda Suffolk and Rob Campbell immersed in the heart of the firearms industry, sharing highlights from Media Day and Range Day while exploring the newest gear, products, and innovations. From hands-on demos to conversations with manufacturers, they discuss emerging trends in firearms technology, accessories, and training tools, along with the overall atmosphere of SHOT Show and how it reflects both consumer demand and industry resilience in the face of continued political...
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021526 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
On this episode of Eye on the Target Radio, hosts Amanda Suffolk and Rob Campbell take listeners along on their latest industry travels, starting with highlights from the SHOT Show and the Great American Outdoor Show. They recap everything from dock-dog competitions and impressive taxidermy exhibits to cutting-edge targets and new firearms products hitting the market. The hosts share firsthand impressions from Range Day and Media Day, discussing emerging trends, standout manufacturers, and how the industry continues to innovate despite ongoing political pressure. The conversation then shifts...
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020826 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
Eye on the Target Radio broadcasts live from SHOT Show, where Rob and Amanda interview William Sandoval of OccuFi, a technology company focused on firearm safety and real-time movement detection. Sandoval explains that OccuFi began three years earlier after he personally left a firearm behind at a second home, inspiring him to create a small tracking device—often compared to an AirTag for guns—that alerts owners if their firearm is moved, accessed, or stolen. The company developed a quarter-sized “FlexiTag” with long battery life and partnered with major lock manufacturers to embed the...
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020826 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
Eye on the Target Radio broadcasts live from the SHOT Show floor in Las Vegas, where hosts Rob and Amanda cover the massive firearms industry event while walking several miles a day to explore new products and connect with Second Amendment advocates. They describe SHOT Show as a centralized hub for manufacturers, media, and innovators, showcasing everything from rifles and pistols to optics and accessories. Much of the discussion focuses on emerging trends, including modular rifle chassis systems that allow easy caliber and configuration changes, ultra-lightweight firearms, and compact folding...
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020126 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
Hour Two opens with Rob and Amanda highlighting a major Second Amendment case before the U.S. Supreme Court: the Wolford (aka “Vampire Rule”) case from Hawaii. The law effectively bans carrying firearms anywhere unless explicitly permitted. Attorney Alan Beck argued the case, with financial and logistical support ultimately provided by the NRA-ILA, which the hosts praise as a concrete example of the NRA backing serious litigation. They expect a ruling by late June and believe Hawaii lawmakers are already scrambling to work around an anticipated loss—potentially impacting restrictive laws...
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020126 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
Hosts Amanda Suffolk and Rob Campbell open the show by returning from SHOT Show in Las Vegas, joking about weather contrasts before diving into current Second Amendment news and commentary. They discuss what they see as a bizarre political moment, noting gun-control groups like the Giffords Foundation selectively quoting and reframing the Second Amendment, and left-leaning commentators echoing long-standing pro-2A arguments about resisting tyranny. The hosts criticize proposals and social media commentary they view as illogical—such as calls for women to open-carry firearms as a political...
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012526 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This episode of Eye on the Target Radio features an in-depth interview with bestselling author and former Navy SEAL Jack Carr at SHOT Show. Carr discusses his background, his lifelong love of reading, and how his military experience shapes the realism and emotional depth of his fiction. He talks extensively about his Vietnam-era novel Cry Havoc, explaining the intense research required to authentically write from a 1968 perspective, and how real-world special operations history influenced the story. Carr also outlines his writing process, creative freedom with publishers, and his approach to...
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012526 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This episode of Eye on the Target Radio is broadcast from the SHOT Show in Las Vegas, where hosts Amanda and Rob discuss the energy, scale, and evolution of the firearms industry. They reflect on how SHOT Show has grown over decades into a major gathering of Second Amendment advocates, manufacturers, media, and educators, noting increased diversity, improved treatment of women, and changing industry culture. Much of the conversation focuses on trends in firearms and ammunition, including shifts toward subsonic calibers, short-barreled platforms, suppressors, evolving bullet design, and the...
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011826 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
Hour Two of Eye on the Target Radio finds hosts Amanda Suffolk and Rob Campbell broadcasting from Las Vegas during SHOT Show week, diving into new firearms, gear, and industry trends ahead of Range Day. A major early discussion centers on KelTec, a company known for unconventional designs and clever marketing. The hosts talk through KelTec’s history of innovation—integral magazines, high-capacity .22 pistols, folding firearms, and designs that often seem odd at first but later influence the entire industry. While KelTec’s fit and finish may not be “premium,” they’re praised for...
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011826 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This episode of Eye on the Target Radio features hosts Amanda Suffolk and Rob Campbell broadcasting from Las Vegas during SHOT Show week, where they discuss the show’s role as the industry’s biggest showcase for firearms, gear, and innovation. They describe Industry Day at the range, where attendees can test everything from machine guns to high-powered rifles, and highlight how SHOT Show gives small, creative companies a rare chance to be seen alongside major manufacturers. The conversation dives into unusual and innovative firearms designs, including ultra-compact and disguised carry...
info_outlineBroadcast live from the floor of the SHOT Show, this (2nd hour) episode of Eye on the Target Radio finds hosts Amanda Suffolk and Rob Campbell immersed in the heart of the firearms industry, sharing highlights from Media Day and Range Day while exploring the newest gear, products, and innovations. From hands-on demos to conversations with manufacturers, they discuss emerging trends in firearms technology, accessories, and training tools, along with the overall atmosphere of SHOT Show and how it reflects both consumer demand and industry resilience in the face of continued political pressure.
Amanda sits down with Craig and Ken from the Frugal Firearms Podcast, who explain their mission of helping everyday gun owners make smart, value-driven choices. Rather than chasing the cheapest equipment, they emphasize finding reliable products and effective training options that truly perform. The discussion covers practical storage solutions, distributed safes, and affordable ways to build shooting skills, including tools like the Mantis system, which allows shooters to practice through dry fire and live fire with real-time feedback—saving ammunition while improving accuracy and consistency.
The conversation then turns to suppressors and federal regulation, including recent developments tied to the National Firearms Act. Craig and Ken argue that suppressors should be viewed as safety equipment rather than luxury items, explaining how reduced noise and recoil can benefit shooters and bystanders alike. Amanda and Rob expand on the broader legal implications of current challenges to firearms regulations, noting that some of these cases could eventually land before the Supreme Court of the United States, potentially reshaping the landscape for gun owners nationwide.
Later in the episode, Amanda welcomes firearms historian Ashley Hlebinski, who shares insights from her work with the Firearms Research Center. Ashley discusses a newly awarded federal education grant designed to help teachers better understand Second Amendment history through primary source documents, webinars, and classroom resources. She emphasizes the importance of accurate historical context, responsible ownership, and informed civic engagement, highlighting how education can play a key role in preserving constitutional rights.
Together, the guests and hosts deliver a wide-ranging episode that blends product innovation, training strategies, legal updates, and historical perspective. The result is a comprehensive look at today’s firearms culture—grounded in practical advice, thoughtful advocacy, and a shared commitment to empowering gun owners with knowledge, skills, and confidence in an ever-changing regulatory environment.