Student of the Gun Radio
Wanna hear the FULL Episode? GLOCK has been in the news quite a bit recently, so we brought on somewhat of an expert in that topic: Ken Hackathorn! It’s always a treat to have him join us, and when he talks, you better listen. Additionally, what the heck do we mean by “Shoot the Naked Man”? Is that a metaphor? Is that literal? Well, listen up and find out! Team Honey Badger 10th Anniversary The team discussed the 10th anniversary of Professor Paul Markel's book "Team Honey Badger," which reached number one in the parenting category on Amazon in 2015. The group then moved on to their...
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Wanna hear the FULL Episode? Today we have a special guest; Louis Caras, a Tactical Response Small Arms & Tactics instructor who will join us to discuss a troubling situation. Why is it in the year of Our Lord, Two-thousand and Twenty-Five, that there are still so-called experts in the world of firearms who ignore the importance of traumatic medical training and gear? We have a question from an audience member that plays right into our Tech Talk segment from EOTech Inc. What is the difference between target focus and sight focus? Also, can an optic on a handgun be beneficial while moving...
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Wanna hear the FULL Episode? Shooting Range Hearing Protection Guide The discussion focused on hearing protection at shooting ranges, where the professor emphasized that earplugs alone are insufficient due to bone-conductive noise, and recommended using both earplugs and muffs, particularly the . Jarrad inquired about shoulder and cheek weld issues with large muffs, and the professor confirmed that smaller electronic muffs like the work well for shooting. OEG Vision and Shooting Accuracy The meeting focused on discussing vision issues and their impact on shooting accuracy, particularly...
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Wanna hear the FULL Episode? Audiobooks Now Available on Amazon The meeting discussed the availability of audiobooks for Nicholas Orr's fiction books, including the Pipe Hitters Novel Series, now accessible on Amazon. The professor explained the process of creating audiobooks, noting the previous complexities and the recent simplification by Amazon, making it more affordable for independent authors. They also mentioned a brief technical issue with Amazon's website, which affected access to the audiobooks. The discussion concluded with an announcement of an upcoming tech talk, focusing on a...
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Wanna hear the FULL Episode? Radio Show Planning and Content The team discussed the latest news, including a peace deal brokered by their president between Hamas and Israel, and prepared for their radio show. The team also addressed a recent question submitted about charcoal chimneys and decided to include it in the show for fun. Firearms Training and Vision Challenges The episode of Student of the Gun Radio discussed upcoming events, including National Hug Your AK Day on October 18th, and highlighted the importance of vision issues in firearms training. The hosts shared their recent...
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Wanna hear the FULL Episode? Today we bring you THREE interviews orchestrated and conducted by Professor Paul & Jarrad at the GRPC (Gun Rights Policy Conference). We have Rebecca Schmoe, Clark Aposhian, & Bill Sack, all coming from different corners of the industry, but providing their own unique and equally valuable takes on the current state of both the world and the industry. [0:01:15] Rebecca Schmoe [0:38:06] Clark Aposhian [1:15:58] Bill Sack from Second Amendment Foundation PARTNERS: EOTech, Spikes Tactical
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Wanna hear the FULL Episode? Paul and Jarrad have returned from the annual Gun Rights Policy Conference held this year in Salt Lake City, Utah. The boys recorded several interviews with special guests, one of which was with Jared Yanis, of Guns & Gadgets 2A News. What exactly is “pink pandering” and how does that mentality affect women in the shooting community? We asked Kerry Slone of We the Female to join us and discuss that situation. During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc, we will consider the useful life of Tritium sights. When you purchase an LE Trade-in pistol with “night...
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Wanna hear the FULL Episode? Shooting Training and Optics Discussion The hosts announced upcoming training events in Texas and Nevada, promoting classes in pistol and rifle fundamentals. They discussed the benefits of using optics like the EOTech for better visibility and accuracy, especially for those with aging eyes or vision issues. The conversation touched on personal experiences with shooting and the advantages of using modern sights compared to traditional iron sights. EOTech Optics Vision Issues The discussion centered around the use of EOTech optics, particularly a story about a...
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"Anarcho-Tyranny is a political theory that describes a government that is simultaneously oppressive toward law-abiding citizens while being lax or ineffective at controlling criminal behavior." Sounds familiar, doesn't it? We live in a country where 14-time convicted felons can walk the streets unmolested by authorities, yet we constantly have to live in fear of a government bureaucracy suddenly deciding a random piece of plastic will get you arrested. Is this all a big coincidence, or is this a carefully orchestrated set of circumstances? Well, listen up. Wanna hear the FULL Episode? ...
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Before anything else, we felt we had to address the Charlie Kirk situation, with what happened to him, why it most likely happened, and what kind of a man Charlie was. This was disgusting anf reprehensible, and we can’t just pretend that now is the time for love and togetherness with our foes… Wanna hear the FULL Episode? Book Announcement Professor Markel announced that Nick Orr’s new novella, "Mockingbird," in the Pipe Hitters Novel series, is available for pre-order on Amazon Kindle and will be released on September 15th. The conversation ended with the introduction of the show...
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Shooting Range Hearing Protection Guide
The discussion focused on hearing protection at shooting ranges, where the professor emphasized that earplugs alone are insufficient due to bone-conductive noise, and recommended using both earplugs and muffs, particularly the Walker Razor electronic muffs.
Jarrad inquired about shoulder and cheek weld issues with large muffs, and the professor confirmed that smaller electronic muffs like the Walker Razors work well for shooting.
OEG Vision and Shooting Accuracy
The meeting focused on discussing vision issues and their impact on shooting accuracy, particularly with the use of an occluded eye gun sight (OEG) and prescription glasses.
The Professor shared his research findings and experiments conducted with students, demonstrating how the OEG can improve accuracy for shooters with different vision conditions. Jarrad and Zach participated in the discussion, sharing their personal experiences with the OEG and its effectiveness.
Larry Vickers SOTG Exclusive
More content from the previous interview with Larry Vickers to include an exclusive story made available to SOTG. What was Larry originally going to do when he got out of the Army?
Hybrid Firearms Training Discussion
The group discussed Student of the Gun University, a hybrid firearms training school that offers online home study and in-person residency programs.
They reviewed the benefits of the program, including flexible learning options and accessibility for students worldwide. The conversation then shifted to recent rifle training at Pro Gun Vegas, where they expressed gratitude to the hosts and instructors for a successful event.
TOPICS COVERED THIS EPISODE
- Huge thanks to our Partners: EOTech | Spike’s Tactical
- [0:12:25] EOTech Talk - EOTechInc.com
- TOPIC: EFLX = OEG Testing Results
- [0:29:18] Warrior of the Week - James Yeager’s “Virtues of a Warrior”
- TOPIC: Vicker’s Interview Bonus
- [1:02:33] SOTG Homeroom - SOTG University
- TOPIC: MAR R201 After-Action