Episodes

Topic: Shooting and Moving with Purpose Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster tackle the subject of shooting and moving. Sometimes the terminology “get off the X” is used when describing what defensive shooters should do. What does this mean? Is it really as simple as taking a sidestep on the draw, or is there more to it than that? Two Options to Listen/View: Press PLAY on the player above to listen to the audio. Press PLAY on the video below to watch the live recording! & Sponsors Guardia...

Topic: Handling Traffic Stops With Law Enforcement Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster revisit a topic from WAY back in episode 3 of the Concealed Carry Podcast–we talk about how to handle yourself as a concealed carrier during traffic stops. There’s a lot of talk lately about law enforcement stopping people for various reasons during these community lockdowns across the nation. So if you are stopped, what do you do? How do you protect yourself and your rights during a traffic stop? Two Opt...

Topic: Defending Yourself During Civil Unrest or Societal Collapse Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss talk about tactical and legal considerations for situations for defending you and your family when societal unrest and potential collapse are creating security problems. This episode is not so much about COVID-19, but the recent pandemic is a great opportunity to look at this type of situation because it could happen again. Let’s be ready for it! Two Options to Listen/View: Press ...

Topic: Bugging In – Are You Prepared? Matthew and Jacob discuss a range of topics relating to bugging in. Being prepared to sustain your family for a long period and defend your home from exterior threats. Two Options to Listen/View: Press PLAY on the player above to listen to the audio. Press PLAY on the video below to watch the live recording! –& Resources and Links: Click Here for the Home Defense Conference Click here for Jacob’s Favorite handheld Ham Radio Click here for Jacob’s Favorite...

Topic: New Gun Owner’s Checklist So…you bought a gun…now what? Today, Riley Bowman, Jacob Paulsen, and Matthew Maruster get the whole gang together to talk about where and how to get started as gun owners. Even if you’ve owned guns your entire life, chances are there’s something in this episode you didn’t think of or know about. Two Options to Listen/View: Press PLAY on the player above to listen to the audio. Press PLAY on the video below to watch the live recording! ’& Sponsors Guns.com – A...

Topic: COVID-19’s Effect on Gun Rights Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster discuss legislative news and updates across the U.S. especially where COVID-19 is having an impact on citizens’ 2nd Amendment rights. These are interesting times, uncharted waters really, and it’s important we stay on top of these issues. We also talk about the latest Shooter Ready Challenge and how to use transitions effectively to shoot multiple targets like a plate rack! Two Options to Listen/View: Press PLAY on t...

Topic: Buying Guns Online When was the last time you bought a gun online. Thinking about Jacob’s most recent experience we discuss the legal considerations and how buying online can still support local gun dealers. Two Options to Listen/View: Press PLAY on the player above to listen to the audio. Press PLAY on the video below to watch the live recording! –& Sponsors Guardian Nation – The premier membership for today’s defensive-minded gun owners. Learn more here: Gun Membership Guns.com – A n...

Topic: 27 Stats on How Criminals Get Guns A recent report from the department of justice provides some insights about how effective gun laws are at preventing criminals from obtaining firearms. Riley and Matthew review those stats and an article from an anti-gun website… Two Options to Listen/View: Press PLAY on the player above to listen to the audio. Press PLAY on the video below to watch the live recording! & Resources and Links: 27 STATISTICS THAT DESCRIBE HOW CRIMINALS USE AND OBTAIN ILL...

Topic: To Safety or Not To Safety Riley and Matthew tackle the topic of handgun safeties. Different styles both active and passive and when and how to leverage them appropriately. Based on several submitted questions by listeners this topic is important both for the novice and experienced CCWer! Two Options to Listen/View: Press PLAY on the player above to listen to the audio. Press PLAY on the video below to watch the live recording! & WANNA SUBMIT A TOPIC OR COMMENT? Shoot us a message here...

Topic: 10 Tips on Carrying Concealed With Rich Brown Today we host Rich Brown, of The American Warrior Society and discuss a recent article he published about 10 core Tips to Carrying Concealed. Don’t be deceived by the title, there are some great and critical insights hidden in the dialogue! Two Options to Listen/View: Press PLAY on the player above to listen to the audio. Press PLAY on the video below to watch the live recording! Here is the link to Rich’s article we reference during this ep...

Topic: Justified or Not Justified. You Decide Today’s justified segment will leave you wondering if all these gun owners are indeed justified. Jacob and Matthew tell the story and leave it up to you to decide! Two Options to Listen/View: Press PLAY on the player above to listen to the audio. Press PLAY on the video below to watch the live recording! WANNA SUBMIT A TOPIC OR COMMENT? Shoot us a message here at the Concealed Carry Podcast by emailing us at: podcast at concealedcarry.com CHECK O...

Topic: Drawing the Gun in Compromised Positions Have you ever cleared your gun and worked through drawing it from your holster in various compromised positions? Today, Riley and Jacob review some of the safety and tactical considerations relating to those kinds of holster draws. Two Options to Listen/View: Press PLAY on the player above to listen to the audio. Press PLAY on the video below to watch the live recording! WANNA SUBMIT A TOPIC OR COMMENT? Shoot us a message here at the Concealed C...

Topic: Trauma Care Summit Wrapups Today we playback a live Q&A broadcast that was aired in February 2020 as a wrapup to a 2-week long Trauma Care Summit. Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen discuss what makes up a good med kit, how they made the decisions about what is included in the Mountain Man Medical Trauma Kits and take questions from the live audience. Two Options to Listen/View: Press PLAY on the player above to listen to the audio. Press PLAY on the video below to watch the live recording! ...

Topic: SHOT Show Roundup – Winners & Losers Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew give you their thoughts on the winners and losers at this year’s SHOT Show. Two Options to Listen/View: Press PLAY on the player above to listen to the audio. Press PLAY on the video below to watch the live recording! –& WANNA SUBMIT A TOPIC OR COMMENT? Shoot us a message here at the Concealed Carry Podcast by emailing us at: podcast at concealedcarry.com CHECK OUT THE CONCEALED CARRY APP!!! – www.concealedcarry.com/...

Topic: You Carry a Gun…But What About Medical? Today, Riley Bowman talks with ConcealedCarry.com’s new Director of Training – Medical, Brian McLaughlin, a former Navy Corpsman, EMT, and ER Tech. Brian is well acquainted with stopping up holes and patching people up having done it on the battlefield in Afghanistan. We talk about medical training, trauma kits, and mindset as it relates to being ready for the physical trauma aftermath of being in a deadly force encounter. Tune in! Two Options to Li...

Topic: When a Navy SEAL Writes a Novel… with Jack Carr Today is the FINAL in a marathon of power-packed podcast episodes Riley Bowman had the opportunity to record while at SHOT Show 2020. This one features Jack Carr, retired Navy SEAL and author of the bestselling books, “The Terminal List” and “True Believer.” He has a new book being released on April 14, 2020 called “Savage Son.” Tune in to another fantastic episode! Two Options to Listen/View: Press PLAY on the player above to listen to the ...

Topic: Evolution of Handgun Design – The Grayguns Story with Bruce Gray Today is Day 5 in a marathon of power-packed podcast episodes Riley Bowman had the opportunity to record while at SHOT Show 2020. This one features Bruce Gray of Grayguns. Bruce is one of the most highly-respected gunsmiths in the U.S. having built, worked on, and customized handguns for over forty years. He’s also a highly skilled shooter and practical pistol competitor. We dive into how his business came to be, some of the...

Topic: Product Development & Testing with Daniel Horner of Team SIG SAUER Today is Day 4 in a marathon of power-packed podcast episodes Riley Bowman had the opportunity to record while at SHOT Show 2020. This one features Daniel Horner of Team SIG SAUER. Daniel is a multi-discipline World Champion shooter, was a Sergeant First Class in the U.S. Army and recruited to join the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit where he became one of the most decorated shooters in team history. We get into one of his pas...

Topic: EDC Tools to Carry on the Road with Lena Miculek of Team SIG SAUER Today is Day 3 in a marathon of power-packed podcast episodes Riley Bowman had the opportunity to record while at SHOT Show 2020. This one features Lena Miculek, Pro-shooter and World Champion with Team SIG SAUER. We talk about concealed carry, other EDC options including for non-permissive environments, and we get into some tips, tricks, and techniques for shooting at an elite, world-class level. Tune in! Two Options to L...

Topic: Busting Female Shooting Stereotypes with Hana Bilodeau of SIG SAUER Today is Day 2 in a marathon of power-packed podcast episodes Riley Bowman had the opportunity to record while at SHOT Show 2020. This one features Hana Bilodeau, a former Federal Air Marshal, law enforcement officer, SIG SAUER Academy Instructor, and current Director of Training and Special Events. We talk about concealed carry friendly guns, concealed carry and holster tips, and some excellent tips for female CCWers as ...

Topic: Carry Optics Tips with Max Michel, SIG SAUER Team Captain Today begins a marathon of power-packed podcast episodes Riley had the opportunity to record while at SHOT Show 2020. This one features Max Michel, 8-time world champion and 19-time national champion in action pistol shooting. We talk about getting started in Carry Optics division shooting with loads of tips sprinkled throughout the episode. Tune in! To Listen/View: Press PLAY on the player above to listen to the audio. WANNA SUBM...

Topic: Texas Church Shooting Analysis Today Riley, Jacob, and Matthew break down and discuss the shooting that took place at the West Freeway Church of Christ in White Settlement, Texas. We talk about the moments leading up to it, the response by Jack Wilson and others, and the aftermath. What can we all learn from this to make ourselves, our families, and our churches safer and strong… Two Options to Listen/View: Press PLAY on the player above to listen to the audio. Press PLAY on the video bel...

Topic: News and Gear Reviews – Compensators, Boots and the P365XL Today Riley and Matthew talk about the latest industry news and “goings-on” in the world of guns. New products, stuff going on in Virginia, plus gear reviews of the 5.11 Tactical Apex Wedge boots, the Tyrant Designs Glock Compensator, and an update on the SIG P365 XL. Join in and listen! Two Options to Listen/View: Press PLAY on the player above to listen to the audio. Press PLAY on the video below to watch the FB Live recording!...

Topic: Professional Firearms Education and Veteran’s Training Program with Brannon LeBouef Today, Riley talks with Brannon LeBouef of NOLATAC Firearms Training about a new Professional Firearms Education Program that not only provides professional instructors a “Bachelor’s Degree-level” education but is also able to be utilized by veterans and paid for with GI Bill funds. Brannon, an experienced instructor and law enforcement officer, is very knowledgable on other firearms and training topics, s...