51026 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This episode of Eye on the Target Radio featured two very different but compelling conversations. The first half focused on the NRA Whittington Center and its role as one of the premier shooting and outdoor recreation facilities in the country. Host Amanda Suffecool interviewed Nate Brown about his journey from Wyoming and the oil and gas industry into nonprofit conservation work and eventually into the NRA. Brown explained that his passion for preserving Second Amendment freedoms and America’s outdoor heritage led him into fundraising and nonprofit work before relocating to New Mexico to...
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51026 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
In this episode of Eye on the Target Radio, hosts Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discussed a wide range of Second Amendment issues, focusing heavily on recent developments involving the ATF, federal firearms regulations, and ongoing constitutional battles over gun rights. Broadcasting from different parts of the country, the hosts opened with commentary about the appointment of a new permanent ATF director and what that could mean for gun owners. Rob joked about the ATF director acting like a “scapegoat,” while Amanda explored the broader role of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco,...
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50326 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
In this episode of Eye on the Target Radio, the hosts Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell broadcast from the NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits and focus on both internal changes within the National Rifle Association and the broader culture surrounding it. A major portion of the discussion centers on Ron Andring, a retired member who launched the Facebook group “Members Take Back Our NRA.” After reviewing court records tied to the NRA’s legal troubles in New York, Andring became frustrated with what he saw as long-standing mismanagement and lack of accountability. His page grew...
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50326 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This episode of Eye on the Target Radio is broadcast from the NRA convention floor, capturing the energy and activity of the event. The hosts Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discuss the Gun Collectors Committee, explaining how collector groups display rare and historical firearms and memorabilia, and how judges evaluate exhibits for awards. Highlights include unique collector pieces like antique Colt firearms, historically preserved items, and a D-Day paratrooper display, emphasizing both the guns and their historical context. The show also features interviews and discussions on broader...
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42626 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The hosts Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discuss several recent gun policy developments across the United States, focusing on states and jurisdictions they view as increasingly restrictive. They begin with New York’s proposed Senate Bill 9215, which would classify BB guns and air rifles as “imitation weapons,” raise the legal age to 18, and require bright coloring and barrel plugs—rules that critics argue would make such devices unusable and blur distinctions between low-powered BB guns and high-powered air rifles. They frame this as part of a broader trend of tightening regulations...
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42626 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This episode of Eye on the Target Radio features hosts Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell recapping their recent trip to the NRA Annual Meeting in Houston and discussing current developments in the firearms world. They begin by sharing highlights from the event. Rob was particularly interested in a new, more affordable reproduction of the classic Luger pistol, which could make historically significant firearms accessible to everyday shooters. Amanda’s standout moment was receiving the NRA’s Sybil Ludington Award, recognizing her contributions to Second Amendment advocacy. They also discuss...
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41926 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The episode focused heavily on current Second Amendment legal battles, including the case involving Susanna Kipke and another case involving Tyler Izagirre. The hosts Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell explained how these cases are slowly moving through the courts and how legal standing can disappear over time as laws change or plaintiffs move away. Tyler Izagirre remains the last active plaintiff in a case challenging District of Columbia restrictions on magazines over 10 rounds after being denied the ability to register a Sig Sauer P365 with a 12-round magazine. The discussion then...
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41926 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The radio segment focused heavily on recent legal and political developments surrounding gun rights. Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discussed a proposed change by the United States Postal Service that could allow private individuals to mail handguns for the first time since 1927. They argued that current restrictions force gun owners to use more expensive private carriers like UPS and FedEx, increasing costs for consumers and gun shops. They also noted that the Department of Justice has reportedly signaled that the longstanding postal restrictions may be unconstitutional under the framework...
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41226 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
In this hour of Eye on the Target Radio, the hosts Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discuss several major Second Amendment-related issues, starting with criticism of the ATF’s rulemaking process. They argue that public input is often ignored and focus on the 2022 rule redefining “frames and receivers,” which expanded regulation to unfinished or partially completed firearm components. The hosts question the logic behind the rule, particularly how “ghost gun” statistics increased largely due to changes in definitions rather than actual crime trends. They also suggest that criminals...
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41226 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The episode of Eye on the Target Radio opens with hosts Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discussing their upcoming trip to the NRA Annual Meeting in Houston. They describe the event as a massive gathering featuring firearms, gear, training sessions, collectors’ exhibits, and industry personalities, noting its size, rotating locations, and importance within the Second Amendment community. They also highlight their involvement in the “Voices of the Second Amendment” media row, where numerous content creators will interview guests and produce live content. The conversation shifts to legal...
info_outlineThis (2nd hour) episode of Eye on the Target Radio features multiple interviews from SHOT Show, highlighting practical, community-driven approaches to school safety and responsible firearm ownership.
First, the hosts speak with representatives from the Allegiance Project Foundation, a Texas-based 501(c)(3) that hires military veterans to provide armed security in schools. Their nonprofit owns a security company, creating a self-sustaining funding model that reduces reliance on donations and helps schools comply with Texas House Bill 3, which requires an armed presence on campus. The program aims to both protect students and provide veterans with meaningful employment and renewed purpose. In addition to staffing, they offer emergency planning support and tactical medical training (TCCC) for school personnel. They encourage supporters nationwide to replicate the model in other states.
Next, Bill Romanelli discusses Project ChildSafe, a long-running initiative of the National Shooting Sports Foundation. The program promotes responsible firearm storage and safety education, emphasizing keeping guns secured from unauthorized access. Over 27 years, Project ChildSafe has distributed more than 41 million free gun locks through partnerships with law enforcement and community organizations. They also host “Project ChildSafe Communities” events in cities across the country, focusing efforts where data shows higher rates of firearm accidents, thefts, or suicides.
Finally, Sarah Joy Albrecht of Hold My Guns explains her nonprofit’s mission to partner with FFLs to provide voluntary, no-questions-asked temporary firearm storage. Founded after the loss of a young friend to suicide, the organization offers a private, rights-respecting option for individuals facing difficult life circumstances—such as mental health crises, domestic transitions, deployment, or housing issues. Hold My Guns works carefully with legislators to ensure voluntary storage programs protect privacy and do not create registries or barriers that would discourage use. The group has stored hundreds of firearms and distributed tens of thousands of personal safety plans.
Overall, the episode emphasizes proactive, industry-supported solutions—veteran-led school security, free safety resources, and voluntary storage options—aimed at protecting children, preventing tragedy, and preserving Second Amendment rights through responsible action.