TFB Behind the Gun #178: Phillip w/ GAIM Virtual Shooting
Release Date: 08/07/2025
TFB Behind the Gun #213: Jordan Vinroe - CEO of Gideon Optics
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In today's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast we get to hear the origin story of Gideon Optics, what actually goes into designing and testing a pistol red dot, and how Jordan thinks about trust, warranty, and long‑term support for customers who rely on their gear. Whether you’re optics‑curious, brand‑loyal, or still skeptical of newer or foreign-manufactured names in the space, this episode will give you a clearer picture of who Jordan is, what Gideon stands for, and why more shooters are starting to give them a serious look over legacy optics brands when it comes to every day...
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TFB Behind the Gun #211: The Proving Grounds Returns
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On this episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, Matt and Dan from The Proving Grounds return for an in-depth discussion. The Proving Grounds hosts a lineup of 2-gun competitions blending 70% marksmanship—rifle targets from 1 to 700 yards, rapid carbine transitions, and pistol stages—with 30% fitness elements like rugged obstacles, heavy plate carrier carries, and ruck marches constrained by 90-120 second par times. The diverse formats include Tactical Sniper series events, "Moons Out, Goons Out" nocturnal matches, Ruck divisions, regional showdowns, and specialty courses testing gear...
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TFB Behind the Gun #210: XTech's Expansion w CEO Jeremy Deadman
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Catch the full, unfiltered return of Jeremy Deadman, CEO of XTech Tactical. Today, we break down the SHOT Show 2026 official launch and giveaway of the LDR2000 loaders, 2,000 freebies that hada lot of people coming by the booth to try out the new product risk-free. We also take some time ot talk about the company’s first acquisition with Creature Grips, and the transition of the brand name to Thru-Flo Rail Covers. Jeremy also shares some fun facts behind what numbers and data drive his decisions, what he’d rather be doing if XTech didn’t exist, and, of course, how he’s become one of...
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TFB Behind the Gun #209: Ryan w/ Atrius Development Group
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Join us this week on TFB’s Behind the Gun Podcast for a fun, technical deep dive with the CEO of Atrius Development Group, Ryan Spadafore, as we unpack how their forced reset selector fire-control systems are changing the way shooters think about semi-auto performance. We cover how these selectors work with different rifle setups, what matters most for reliability and safety, and a simple checklist for diagnosing issues like poor reset or inconsistent cycling. If you’re building or tuning a rifle with enhanced selectors in mind, and want to stay clearly on the right side of federal...
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TFB Behind the Gun #207: Hot or Not w/ TFB's Doug E.
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Doug E. joins us this week on TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast for a no-holds-barred "Industry Hot or Not" showdown straight off the high of SHOT Show 2026. We'll dive into the hottest market currents, like suppressor sales surging, and all of the latest gadgets that people are strapping onto their guns. We'll also hit a few rapid-fire verdicts on standout innovations, like Glock's newest breed of handguns, FN's New SCAR variant, and of course, all of the latest marketing and selling tactics we're seeing in this growing market. Raw takes on what's sizzling, fizzling, or poised to stick through...
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TFB Behind the Gun #206: Ryan Van Aken w/ Frytech
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Ryan shares the real-world story of Frytech's magnetic system, from customizable magnet strengths for newbies to pros, to the added stability that keeps your barrel glued downrange no matter the caliber. Whether you're tweaking your setup or just geeking out on next-level firearm tech, today you'll get to hear from a guy who has spent a lot of time and effort trying to advance the AR-15 further than Stoner ever intended. Tune in this week to get the inside scoop on Frytech from owner Ryan Vaan Aken! Website: Instagram: Twitter/X: Pamax Tactical...
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TFB Behind the Gun #205: Fast Matches w/ Russell Phagan
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What happens when one of the masterminds behind the Brutality shooting matches decides to go bigger, faster, and nationwide? In today’s episode of TFB Behind the Gun, joins the show to unveil his latest competition project, Fast-Matches.org, a fresh, high-speed take on two-gun and rifle action shooting. Russell walks us through the thinking behind his new match divisions, from the fast and furious two-gun courses to the challenging Rifle Only categories. He shares what competitors should pack, how to train, and why this new series is built for everyone, not just guys with high-end...
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TFB Behind the Gun #204: A Fresh SHOT Show Perspective
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Kevin and Bryce from the Carry Handle Podcast join us on the show today after attending SHOT Show for the very first time, and they’re bringing their raw impressions straight to the mic. From overwhelming first looks to unexpected highlights and frustrations, the Carry Handle boys are here to share what stood out, what surprised them, and what they’d do differently next time. If you're looking for an honest and unfiltered first-timer’s look at the biggest firearms event of the year, this is one episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Pocdast you can't miss!
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TFB Behind the Gun #208: Razor Sharp Progression w/ Vortex Edge's Chris Urrutia
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Vortex Edge instructor/RSO Chris Urrutia, a Marine vet, ex-SWAT sniper, SPECtrain founder, unpacks razor-sharp training at Vortex Optics HQ with us today in reflection of a recent trip we had out to the Vortex HQ and Edge facility in Wisconsin. Today, Chris and I will discuss pistol fundamentals, training discipline, how he measures progress, and, of course, what some of his current favorite pieces of gear are in 2026.
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TFB Behind the Gun #203: Drue of Re-Nine Safety
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Today’s episode of TFB’s Behind the Gun Podcast highlights a frequently overlooked part of the firearms industry: targets. Drue Addis joins the show to represent his family’s company, Re-Nine Safety, and to talk about the company’s origins and the role that shooting and firearms have played in his family’s life. Drue also walks us through the design philosophy and unique features of Re-Nine’s , offers a behind-the-scenes look at the company’s new and their production, and hints at what shooters can expect from Re-Nine’s expanding product lineup in 2026 and beyond. ...
info_outlineOn today's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, we have the pleasure of speaking with Phillip Jones from GAIM Virtual Shooting. Like ACE VR, GAIM is a peripheral-enhanced virtual reality shooting simulator that has a heavy emphasis on training. However, unlike ACE, which is almost entirely focused on practical handgun shooting, GAIM is instead focused on the broader aspect of firearms training and familiarization. Interestingly enough, GAIM was originally developed by Aimpoint as a red dot training simulator for rifles and pistols. Today, combined with the Meta Quest VR system, GAIM makes use of a combination of Bluetooth trigger groups, Quest controllers, rifle or handgun handsets, and a lot of finely tuned software to give you one of the most realistic shooting simulators out there. GAIM covers everything from basic shooting on the flat range to competitive shooting like Steel Challenge, and virtually any type of hunting scenario you can think of. In addition to hunting, sport shooting, professional training, and casual enjoyment, GAIM also has real-world partnerships across the globe with prominent hunting, sport shooting, and firearms associations that help develop interactive online leagues you can compete in, as well as training for up-and-coming hunters and competitive shooters. Today, Phillip is going to help us get into the weeds of this incredibly complex software that I think has some impressive value for those who take their shooting and training seriously.