Special Episode: Gun CuriousDr. David Yamane joins Kirk to discuss his new book Gun Curious and share some of his personal barrel select of Buffalo Trace! /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/31472292
Heaven Hill JerseysThe guys tuck into some Heaven Hill Bottled in Bond and discuss the tribes we adopt and whether we really fit in.... /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/29249238
12 months outThe guys talk about the potential for politcal violence and how to approach it, given that we have some time. /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/28272617
The Burning Chair of WillThe guys talk about overcoming mental obstacles to performance while sipping on The Burning Chair bourbon. We missed you guys and ladies! /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/27361194
Freaky FridayThe guys take a moment to discuss the reversal of roles when Damon assumes the lead instructor role in training. /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/25900884
The Reject LogThe guys tuck into some Longbranch and Moonshine and discuss the ideas that could have become episodes...but wisdom prevailed. /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/25423101
Texas Showdown and CommunicationThe guys tuck into Still Austin Cask Strength and Balcones Baby Blue while discussing communication styles. /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/24837435
Sparking Their InterestThe guys talk about maintaining student interest through the initial stages of understanding while trying some Knob Creek 12 year /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/24407694
Carleen and HarperThe inimitable Carleen joins the guys for a night of talking about her training journey with Rising Tide Defense. Somehow, they also wind up talking about bourbon, values, and life. /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/24338766
5,000 Downloads and THANK YOU!!!The guys celebrate 5,000 downloads by fighting about what an instructor is and comparing Buffalo Trace bourbons. AND THANK YOU ALL for staying with us! /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/24265317
JW Dant's Community ServiceThe guys sip some JW Dant and discuss how to be a better member of the community, communicate better, and shout of some longtime friends of the show. /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/23895372
The Bubblegum EpisodeThe guys tuck into some Davies County bourbon and talk about some lighter things, to include gilmore girls, selling sunset, and music. /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/23764778
Expect To Self Rescue- The Tarnished TruthKirk did some research on what level of obligation the police REALLY have when a crime is occurring...and he chose to depress Damon with his findings, accompanied by Tarnished Truth Bourbon. /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/23695751
Damon's Rant that Wasn'tThe guys started off worried that Damon was going to rant, and then Kirk came out of left field. Bourbon: Broken Barrel Cask Strength Sponsors Rising Tide Defense The Aura Home Rebellion on the Pike Red Hill Tactical /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/23536148
Meet Them Where They AreThe guys get into the difference between a reasonable person and a good person with an eye toward self defense while sipping on Coopers' Craft 100 Proof and congratulate Robert on his recent promotion! /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/22964753
To the gucci, To the Floor!The guys talk about how and when to realistically spend your resources on self defense, and Kirk tells a story from his past where he got absolutely owned by an H&K Engineer. Happy Birthday, Travis Weiss! Bourbon: Bare Knuckle Barrel Proof from KO Distiller /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/22503074
Real World Gunfight TrainingThe guys sit down for a conversation with Mike Ochsner about his new book Real World Gunfight Training. We're lucky to have one of the greats with us! /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/22262765
AAR-Holes: Home Defense ShotgunThe guys get into some 1792 and talk about Rising Tide Defense's recent shotgun class- performing an AAR and explaining what goes into preparing a class. If you saw Cocktail and thought you could be a bartender, this is for you. /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/22176563
Crystal Skull and Prepping"I had a great time recording this episode, but none of us should be proud of it." - Damon, 1 January 2022 Says all you need to know. RIP Betty White /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/21650192
Devil's Cut and Christmas!The guys tuck into some Devil's Cut whiskey, talk about the year ahead, and then get into some gift-giving scenarios. Bourbon: Jim Beam Devil's Cut Sponsors: The aura Home Rising Tide Defense www.redhilltactical.com /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/21569519
Jefferson's Ocean and RetrospectionThe guys open a bottle of Jefferson's Ocean and discuss lessons learned from 2021 and plans for 2022. Shoutouts: Cecil Burch, Craig Douglas, Megan Ashley, John Murphy, Tim Chandler, Ashton Ray, Tom Givens, Tae Reed, Memphis Beech, Travis Weiss, and more! /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/21515558
Jefferson's Christmas Wish ListThe guys tuck into some Jefferson's Reserve and Bookers while they discuss their Christmas wishes. SPONSORS The aura home Rebellion on the Pike /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/21306221
The Rittenhouse EpisodeThe guys drink some Bookers and talk about the Rittenhouse verdict- and how both of the most vocal sides are probably wrong. No sponsors this episode- it's just two guys opinions. /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/21232556
Wild Excuses 101The guys tuck into some Wild Turkey 101 and discuss excuses and their impact on self defense. SPONSORS: The Aura Home Rebellion On The Pike /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/21127649
It's a Trap!The guys tuck into some E. H. Taylor Small Batch and Kirk explains why he thinks constitutional carry is a trap. SPONSORS: Rising Tide Defense www.unmaskedmaskreviews.com The Aura Home (use code 3rdMonkey for 10% off) Rebellion On The Pike /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/20995121
Absolutes, Movies, and ReverendThe guys take a diversion from talking about absolutes in the firearms training industry and talk about their favorite movie and TV guns, shootouts, and music. Note- This includes post-wrap commentary for those that are interested! Bourbon: Reverend /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/20916731
Nuance and Lack ThereofThe guys get into a discussion of nuance in firearms training while tucking into a bottle of Makers Mark 46. Sponsors: Rising Tide Defense The Aura Home Red Hill Tactical Unmaskedmaskreviews.com Rebellion Shoutout to Off the Range Podcast! /episode/index/show/bourbonandbarrels/id/20840540