Episodes

In this week’s episode we talk with Mark Kelley about what Kelley Defense does and our time at the NRA AM in 2026 For listeners of this podcast I want to give you an advance heads up on a new product from MantisX called the Tor-X available the first week of August 2024. The TOR-X is the sublime marriage of the military-grade Steiner laser and the power of the MantisX. The MantisX hardware is now integrated inside a Steiner laser. Pair it via Bluetooth to your smartphone or tablet, and you’re t...

In this week’s episode we talk with Charlie Cook about the Gun Rights Policy Conference (GRPC) in Salt Lake City on Sept 27, 2025 This episode is also brought to you by the Instructor Alliance. Whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, the Instructor Alliance is where like-minded instructors come together to grow, connect, and succeed. Get support from your peers, learn from others, and build the business you want no matter where you are in your journey. With weekly polls, e...

In this week’s episode we talk with Harrison Benton about his book Firearm 101: For Beginners This episode is also brought to you by the Range Tech Shot Timer. A shot timer is a critical tool to measure performance, and no credible firearm instructor hosts a class without one. The Range Tech timer is the BOTH the most affordable AND most feature-rich shot timer on the market. Connect it via Bluetooth to a tablet on the firing line to simplify recording times and sharing them with your students....

In this week’s episode we talk with Darrel Schenk from the NRA LE division about their training program. This episode is brought to you by LASR Classic trainer I use the LASR Classic system in classroom because it allows me to teach first time gun owner proper site alignment and trigger control without stepping on the range. Saving me time and the student money by not firing rounds down range. When the student is ready, they know what to do because of the classroom training. LASR classic is ea...

In this week’s episode we talk with Mike Hughes from Next Level Training about Off Range Practicing with your SIRT For listeners of this podcast I want to give you an advance heads up on a new product from MantisX called the Tor-X available the first week of August 2024. The TOR-X is the sublime marriage of the military-grade Steiner laser and the power of the MantisX. The MantisX hardware is now integrated inside a Steiner laser. Pair it via Bluetooth to your smartphone or tablet, and you’re ...

In this week’s episode we talk with Mike “Ox” Ochner about understanding more about how the brain understands red dots Sponsor for this week is – KSG Holster are professional grade kydex hand-crafted in the USA and are available for a large variety of firearms. Each one is purpose built for comfort and concealability and can be customized to fit your exact needs. You can find more information about our guest https://www.dryfiremag.com/?ref=ADTAdmin Check out all of our episodes at: https://p...

In this week’s episode we talk with Gary Kief from Dillion Precision about reloading This episode is brought to you by the ConcealedCarry.com firearm instructor network. ConcealedCarry.com is always looking for quality firearm instructors across the country to join their network. As a network instructor you can take advantage of ConcealedCarry.com’s advertising platform to fill your classes. Visit class dot concealedcarry.com and click on Instructor to learn more and see if it would be a fit fo...

In this week’s episode we talk with Di Muller from Women for Gun Rights This episode is also brought to you by the team at Mountain Man Medical. Responsible Firearm Instructors have trauma medical gear on the range and are trained to use it. Mountain Man Medical provides the highest quality, name brand, medical gear on the market at a guaranteed lowest price. Check out the Wind River kit, especially designed for firearm instructors to have at the range. The Yellowstone is perfect to have on you...

In this week’s episode we talk with Kirsten Day from Laser Ammo This episode is also brought to you by the Concealed Carry business directory. You can find gun friendly businesses and also get your business listed in this nationally searchable database by going to Biz.ConcealedCarry.com. Check out all of our episodes at: https://podcasts.concealedcarry.com/the-firearm-trainers-podcast/ Email comments, topic suggestions, or questions to us at FTP@ConcealedCarry.com Follow us on Facebook: https:...

In this week’s episode we talk with Ken Hackathorn about the need for the basic skills with your firearm This episode is brought to you by LASR Classic trainer I use the LASR Classic system in classroom because it allows me to teach first time gun owner proper site alignment and trigger control without stepping on the range. Saving me time and the student money by not firing rounds down range. When the student is ready, they know what to do because of the classroom training. LASR classic is ea...

In this week’s episode we talk with Dave Jenkins about putting the USCCA DPP program into practice For listeners of this podcast I want to give you an advance heads up on a new product from MantisX called the Tor-X available the first week of August 2024. The TOR-X is the sublime marriage of the military-grade Steiner laser and the power of the MantisX. The MantisX hardware is now integrated inside a Steiner laser. Pair it via Bluetooth to your smartphone or tablet, and you’re training package...

In this week’s episode we talk with Matt Hickman from DryFire Mag Sponsor for this week is – KSG Holster are professional grade kydex hand-crafted in the USA and are available for a large variety of firearms. Each one is purpose built for comfort and concealability and can be customized to fit your exact needs. You can find more information about our guest https://www.dryfiremag.com/?ref=ADTAdmin Check out all of our episodes at: https://podcasts.concealedcarry.com/the-firearm-trainers-podca...

In this week’s episode we talk with Mike Sodini about what is happening at WTTA This episode is brought to you by the ConcealedCarry.com firearm instructor network. ConcealedCarry.com is always looking for quality firearm instructors across the country to join their network. As a network instructor you can take advantage of ConcealedCarry.com’s advertising platform to fill your classes. Visit class dot concealedcarry.com and click on Instructor to learn more and see if it would be a fit for you...

In this week’s episode we talk with John Farnum from DTI on comparing what’s new versus old at the NRA AM in Atlanta, GA. This episode is also brought to you by the team at Mountain Man Medical. Responsible Firearm Instructors have trauma medical gear on the range and are trained to use it. Mountain Man Medical provides the highest quality, name brand, medical gear on the market at a guaranteed lowest price. Check out the Wind River kit, especially designed for firearm instructors to have at th...

In this week’s episode we talk with Jeremy Gill about a cool app he’s created called Range Buddy This episode is brought to you by the ConcealedCarry.com business directory – find resources you are looking for in the business directory or get your business listed for free by going to biz.concealedcarry.com What is your focus for training this year as an instructor Be more intentional in reaching students at where they are at. Be better listener and what the students need and want. You can fi...

In this week’s episode we talk with Jake Hollenbeck from Mantis This episode is also brought to you by MantisX I’ve been a long time Mantis user from their original MantisX to the Mantis X10 and now excited about their most recent product Mantis Blackbeard X. The Mantis BlackBeard X combines the MantisX10 and the Mantis Blackbeard into one platform for the AR15. It unleashes a completely new capability with in-depth dynamic shooting analysis. Including motion-based analysis and multi-target en...

In this week’s episode we talk with John Howard the Director of NRA Education and Training department Sponsor for this week is – KSG Holster are professional grade kydex hand-crafted in the USA and are available for a large variety of firearms. Each one is purpose built for comfort and concealability and can be customized to fit your exact needs. You can find more information about our guest NRAInstructors.org Check out all of our episodes at: https://podcasts.concealedcarry.com/the-firearm-...

In this week’s episode we talk with David Yamani about his experiences at the NRA Annual Meeting This episode is also brought to you by the Range Tech Shot Timer. A shot timer is a critical tool to measure performance, and no credible firearm instructor hosts a class without one. The Range Tech timer is the BOTH the most affordable AND most feature-rich shot timer on the market. Connect it via Bluetooth to a tablet on the firing line to simplify recording times and sharing them with your studen...

In this week’s episode we talk with Doug Hamlin the CEO and Executive Vice President of the NRA This episode is also brought to you by the team at Mountain Man Medical. Responsible Firearm Instructors have trauma medical gear on the range and are trained to use it. Mountain Man Medical provides the highest quality, name brand, medical gear on the market at a guaranteed lowest price. Check out the Wind River kit, especially designed for firearm instructors to have at the range. The Yellowstone i...

In this week’s episode we talk with Rob Chadwick from the USCCA about their new non-lethal instructor trianing This episode is also brought to you by MantisX I’ve been a long time Mantis user from their original MantisX to the Mantis X10 and now excited about their most recent product Mantis Blackbeard X. The Mantis BlackBeard X combines the MantisX10 and the Mantis Blackbeard into one platform for the AR15. It unleashes a completely new capability with in-depth dynamic shooting analysis. Incl...

In this week’s episode we talk with Candy Petticord from North Pointe Training. Sponsor for this week is – KSG Holster are professional grade kydex hand-crafted in the USA and are available for a large variety of firearms. Each one is purpose built for comfort and concealability and can be customized to fit your exact needs. What is your focus for training this year as an instructor Heavily investing in Ron Dodge in 5 pistol classes. Modular pistol classes. You can find more information abou...

In this week’s episode we talk with Amanda Suffecool about the upcoming NRA Annual Meeting. This episode is also brought to you by the Range Tech Shot Timer. A shot timer is a critical tool to measure performance, and no credible firearm instructor hosts a class without one. The Range Tech timer is the BOTH the most affordable AND most feature-rich shot timer on the market. Connect it via Bluetooth to a tablet on the firing line to simplify recording times and sharing them with your students. R...

In this week’s episode we talk with Fred Mastison from Force Options This episode is also brought to you by the team at Mountain Man Medical. Responsible Firearm Instructors have trauma medical gear on the range and are trained to use it. Mountain Man Medical provides the highest quality, name brand, medical gear on the market at a guaranteed lowest price. Check out the Wind River kit, especially designed for firearm instructors to have at the range. The Yellowstone is perfect to have on your b...

In this week’s episode we talk with Tyler Tharp with Synergy Shooting This episode is brought to you by LASR Classic trainer I use the LASR Classic system in classroom because it allows me to teach first time gun owner proper site alignment and trigger control without stepping on the range. Saving me time and the student money by not firing rounds down range. When the student is ready, they know what to do because of the classroom training. LASR classic is easy to setup and tear down because a...