Gun Talk

In This Hour:

-- Louisiana State Representative Blake Miguez explains how he got Constitutional Carry passed and sounds the alarm for New Orleans wanting to declare much of the city to be "gun free."

-- Reports from taking an introduction to AR Rifles class.

-- Will designating home school households as "public schools" make them "gun free zones"?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  04.21.24  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Why do some gun stores and trainers support restrictions on gun rights? David Codrea has some ideas.

-- News stories about people who screwed up and used guns when they shouldn't have.  Unfortunate examples of the need for training.

-- You simply shoot better with guns that have less recoil.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.21.24 Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- How Tennessee gun owners are fighting for the Second Amendment. 

--  How one man listened to Gun Talk Radio and used what he learned to become a Second Amendment activist and firearm instructor.

--  Are "special" guns and commemoratives worth more than standard guns?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  04.21.24  Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  Most .22 rimfire ammunition is inexpensive, but not the highly-accurate match ammo.

--  The Biden administration continues to support banning marijuana users from owning guns.

--  Pepper spray should be considered by anyone wanting personal protection.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.21.24  After Show

You know them for their innovative slings, but Blue Force Gear is also a leader in tactical medical supplies. Brad Gilpin of Blue Force Gear joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham in the studio to discuss Brad’s background, Blue Force Gear’s mission with medical gear, the “essentials” you need in your kit, what medical skills you need to have, and much more.

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Gun Talk Nation 04.17.24

In This Hour:

-- Knowing how to shoot isn't enough when you want to teach others.  

-- Showing up with others and having a plan is the key to winning gun rights battles in state legislatures.  Clark Aposhian tells how he does that in Utah.

-- Joel Kolander reveals tips and secrets to winning auctions on regular and exceptional guns at Rock Island Auction Company.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  04.14.24 hour 1

In This Hour:

-- How to choose between a laser and a red dot optic for your defensive gun. Or, so you really need to choose? Brian Steere, from Crimson Trace, runs down the options.

-- Through body cams and security videos, we now can see what actually happens in deadly attacks.  John Correia, from Active Self Protection, explains some of the lessons most people get wrong.

-- An 85-year old woman in Idaho shoots and kills a home invader after he handcuffs her to a chair.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  04.14.24  Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- The new Ultimate Carry revolver from Lipsey's and Smith & Wesson.  What have they done to the iconic J-frame?

-- Is there a place for a revolver in your personal protection plan?  Darryl Bolke explains where the wheelgun fits.

-- ATF greatly speeds up processing applications for silencers and SBRs.  Dave Matheny, from Silencer Shop, explains what that means and that you can now get a silencer in a week!

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.14.24  Hour 3

Our good friend - and turkey hunter extraordinaire - Thomas Allen joins Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin for the second of a two part episode dedicated to all things turkey hunting. Well…maybe not “all things”...

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Gun Talk Hunt 04.12.24

EOTECH’s John Bailey joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham for this episode. They are discussing holographic vs. red dot sights, how EOTECH has released a line of riflescopes that are feature-rich - yet affordable, and much more.

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Gun Talk Nation 04.10.24

In This Hour:

-- AWR Hawkins counts down the most important gun rights stories of the year. 

--  It might sound crazy, but is a .22 rimfire rifle suitable for home defense?

--  Is the Supreme Court avoiding taking an "assault weapon" case?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  04.07.24  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- What's behind the rapid growth of precision and long range rimfire shooting competitions?

-- Paul Parrot explains how Vudoo Gun Works makes super-accurate .22 rifles.

-- Would you carry a $3000 pistol for protection? 

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.07.24  Hour 2

In This Hour:

--  Fun targets.  Playing Battleship at the range.

--  Should you shoot a highly-collectable firearm?

--  Resident shoots a naked man who broke through the wall of his apartment.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.07.24 Hour 3

 In This Hour:

--  While cleaning out his car, Jim found a magazine for a pistol he's never owned.  

--  The craze of long range rimfire shooting.

--  How accurate should your carry handgun be?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 04.07.24 After Show

Our good friend - and turkey hunter extraordinaire - Thomas Allen joins Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin for the first of a two part episode dedicated to all things turkey hunting. Well…maybe not “all things”...

Check out Part 2 with Thomas next week.

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Gun Talk Hunt 04.05.24

Meprolight’s Eric Suarez joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham for this episode. The guys are discussing Eric’s military background, his journey in the firearms industry and surprising things that you probably don’t know about Meprolight and their premium optics.

Learn more at: https://www.meprolight.com/

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Gun Talk Nation 04.03.24

In This Hour: REBROADCAST

-- Just days before a huge trial in New York, NRA EVP Wayne LaPierre announces his retirement.  Tom Gresham explains what it means for the NRA and for the gun rights movement.

--  Why the NRA isn't as important as it once was.  Other Second Amendment groups have picked up the slack.  

--  Finding parts for older guns. The internet often is the answer.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  01.07.24  Hour 1

In This Hour: REBROADCAST

-- A huge win in California, plus massive civil disobedience in Illinois.  Alan Gottlieb of the Second Amendment Foundation kicks off the new year's news on gun rights.

--  The Federal .30 Super Carry cartridge allows a gun to hold more cartridges, which could be important for self defense.

--  A judge rules the new Oregon gun control law -- Measure 114 -- is unconstitutional.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  01.07.24  Hour 2

In This Hour: REBROADCAST

-- Ken Campbell, from Gunsite, offers suggestions for ramping up your self defense skills in the new year.

--  When a gun trainer suggests you try something new, it's a good idea to get on board.  They know things.

--  A glowing Range Report on the new Garmin chronograph.  I

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   01.07.24 Hour 3

One of our friends - and favorite guests - Rob Cabrera of Outlier Knife Co. joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham to discuss knives, their deployment, knife training and more.

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Gun Talk Nation 03.28/24

In This Hour:

--  John Correia, of Active Self Protection, details some of the survival lessons he's gleaned from surveillance videos. 

--  Where did the term "gun control" go and why do gun banners keep changing the language?   

--  A guide to practicing at the range with a plan.  

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  3.24.24  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Ernest Langdon of Langdon Tactical talks about finding a good gun school and what it takes to be kicked out of class.

--  He bought a shotgun for home protection, but he doesn't know what to do with it or what ammunition to buy.

--  How much ammunition should you carry for self protection?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 3.24.24 Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Gun Talk's Kevin Jarnagin and Chris Cerino discuss the attractions of hunting often not talked about.

--  An executive is shot and killed by the ATF when it serves a nighttime warrant at him home.  Was this necessary?

--  A veteran of many SWAT raids and warrants says there is never a reason for a night time raid.  There are safer ways to do it, unless ego is driving factor.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  3.24.24  Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  Why didn't Savage reintroduce the Model 99?

--  Reboring a rifle barrel to a larger caliber.

--  Tom reveals his stupid stunt with gunpowder when he was a teen.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 3.24.24 After Show

Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is joined in the studio by EOTECH’s John Bailey, and they are discussing turkey hunting, iguana hunting, new products from EOTECH and much more.

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Gun Talk Hunt 03.23.24

Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham is joined by American Fighting Revolver’s Bryan Eastridge to discuss what the company does, their mission, and their quest to bring attention to the merits of the “fighting revolver.” 

Learn more about American Fighting Revolver here: https://americanfightingrevolver.com/

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Gun Talk Nation 03.20.24

In This Hour:

Live from the Hodgdon Powder headquarters in Kansas:

-- Aaron Oelger, from Hodgdon, explains the recent price increases in loading powders, and what it would take for them to come back down.

-- Moriah Day, Ex. Director of the Kansas State Rifle Association, talks about how state groups function and why it's vital for every gun owner to support these groups.

-- As Tom and the Hodgdon crew head out to hunt upland birds, it's a chance to talk about the social aspects of hunting.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 03.17.24  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- From the Hodgdon Powder HQ in Kansas, Chris Hodgdon explains where they get powders and why it's sometimes in short supply.

--  Modern shotshells are much more effective that those of a generation ago.  Joel Hodgdon, from Remington Ammunition, explains.

-- Shooting events in the Olympics.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  03.17.24  Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Gus Bader, from Tristar, runs down the various guns from this versatile company.

--  A judge in California gets the Second Amendment completely wrong.  Was it on purpose?

-- With the rising prices of reloading components many are asking if it's worth the effort to get into handloading.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   03.17.24 Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  Creating the 8mm OMG cartridge.

--  The importance of pressure limits and why faster isn't always better.

--  The difference between gunpowder and black powder.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  03.17.24  After Show

Gun Talk’s own Chris Cerino joins Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin for this episode of Gun Talk Hunt. Fresh off a successful season, where Chris renewed his love for hunting, the guys are discussing ‘making the time’, their experience running a recent hunter’s education course and much more. Check out this enjoyable and wide-ranging discussion.

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Gun Talk Hunt 03.16.24

Active Self Protection’s John Corriea joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham in the studio. John is a very interesting guest with a fascinating story and the guys cover his background, his entrance into the industry, his training background, the origins of Active Self Protection and much more.

Find John on YouTube here: 

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Gun Talk Nation 03.14.24

In This Hour:

-- This weeks marks 29 years on the air for Gun Talk Radio.  Alan Gottlieb, founder of the Second Amendment Foundation, was there at the beginning, and he talks about the changes in  the gun rights fight in almost 30 years.

-- Louisiana and South Carolina become states number 28 and 29 to remove restrictions on lawful adults carrying guns for personal protection.

-- The battle between lower courts and the U.S. Supreme Court on gun rights cases, and what SCOTUS will do about it.  Constitutional Attorney Mark Smith runs down a few of the options. 

-- Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  03.10.24 Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Why take serious firearms training, and what can you get from it.  Phil Strader runs down what's available at the Sig Sauer Academy.

--  Range report from Range Ready Studios.  When the instructor makes you want to shoot better ... for him

--  Learning to shoot through video games.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  03.10.24  Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Suddenly everyone seems to be talking about double stack 1911 pistols.  Buck Pierson, from Staccato, explains the advantages of this popular platform.

--  The case for a .22 rimfire rifle for self defense.

--  What's the best home defense gun?  Pistol, rifle, or shotgun?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  03.10.24  Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  A goofy revolver fires two shots at once, and one bullet tumbles. Is this a gun to keep?

--  Tom watches his friend's marked improvement in shooting, and Jim thinks she should become an instructor.

--  The Winchester Model 70 "Pre-64" cult, versus the quality of today's rifles.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 03.10.24 After Show

Our good friend Roy Hill of Swanson Russell joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham for this episode. Roy and Ryan are discussing Roy’s history as a longtime Gun Talk Radio listener, his background as an air rifle coach, his involvement with Special Operations Wounded Warriors (SOWW), the breadth of work that Swanson Russell executes and much more.

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Gun Talk Nation 03.05.24

In This Hour:

-- Are lasers still useful on defensive pistols?  Chris Cerino, from Range Ready Studios, tells why he still likes them and announces a new class built around lasers on firearms.

--  A Range Report on prescription shooting glasses and how they improve shooting.

-- The mental aspect of shooting.  "Shoot Without Fear" is about concentration.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  03.03.24  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Michael Cargill describes how it was to be in the courtroom when the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments on his challenge to the ATF ban on bump stocks.

--  Louisiana passes a "Permitless Carry" bill, making it the 28th state where citizens can carry self protection guns without asking permission.

--  For hunting big game, Tom is switching to heavier bullets.  He explains why.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   03.03.24  Hour 2

In This Hour:

--  Gun Owners Of America opposed Texas Senator John Cornyn's bid to replace Minority Leader Mitch McConnell.  

--  Ted Nugent talks about hunting, concealed carry, and his love of revolvers.

--  What loads are best for a home defense shotgun?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 03.03.24 Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  One caller offers that every state has "Constitutional Carry."

--  Fire extinguishers and guns.  The similarities of preparation.

--  Learn from news stories and those who don't seem to recognize or manage risks.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 03.03.24  After Show

On this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham sits down with Ernest Langdon of Langdon Tactical to discuss a variety of topics. A wealth of knowledge, Ernest dives into his vast background, covers the importance of instructor development, why multi-day training courses are so important, and much more. Sit back, listen and learn.

Learn more about Langdon Tactical here: https://langdontactical.com/

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Gun Talk Nation 02.26.24

In This Hour:

-- Champion shooter Bruce Piatt explains why shooting is a lifetime sport and how he keeps beating the younger shooters.

--  In an important victory, California's ban on speech about guns was struck down in the courts.  Chuck Michel runs it down.

--  Even while they deplore the Cancel Culture of The Left, the firearms community is often quick to turn on one of its own. This week's reaction to a Ken Hackathorn video serves as an example.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  02.25.24  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- USCCA revamps its training program.  Rob Chadwick details the improvements.

-- Gun Rights activist Jeff Knox explains why he told a recent rally they should "Thank A Fudd" for the work "old timers" have done to preserve the Second Amendment.

--  Tom shares thoughts about safety when driving through areas which don't have cell phone service.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  02.25.24  Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Carjackers and robbers are getting younger.  

--  What do older, experienced, firearm trainers have to offer?  Ken Campbell, CEO of Gunsite, uses his rangemasters as examples.

--  The lure of the double stack 1911, or 2011, pistol

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  02.25.24  Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  Is it possible to have natural shooting talent?

--Etiquette of concealed carry.  Don't draw your loaded gun to show it off.

--  A story of how teaching a young man to shoot paid off years later.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 02.25.24  After Show

Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin sits down with Aaron Oelger of Hodgdon Powder Company to swap some stories from an eventful deer season. Plus, the guys are sharing what hunting gear they never leave behind, what’s new with Hodgdon and much more.

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Gun Talk Hunt 02.24.24

In This Hour:

--  Louisiana state senator and top competitive shooter Blake Miguez explains his bill to make the Bayou State the 28th to enact Constitutional Carry.

--  A police officer shoots up his own cruiser because he thinks an acorn which fell on the roof was a gunshot.  Lessons we can all learn from this horrible example of dangerous incompetence. 

--  Surprising no one, the gun banners jumped on the tragedy of the Kansas City shootings to call for restrictions on those who did not shoot anyone.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 02.18.24 Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- "Big Green" comes through! Remington announces a big list of new ammunition offerings.  Joel Hodgdon run through just a few of the new loads for handguns, rifles and shotguns.

-- What lessons can be learned from being a firearms instructor?  Barrett Kendrick explains how his training has changed over the years.

--  The danger of credit card companies tracking gun sales.  When the government targets those who buy "too much."

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 02.18.24  Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Get a FREE gun with this training class.  Ryan Gresham announces this upgrade to the Taurus Experience, to be held at Range Ready Studios.

--  The multi-week trial is over in New York, and we wait for the jury to decide how much punishment the NRA must take. Will the oldest gun rights organization survive?

--  How many rounds of ammunition do you carry when you have a self protection handgun on you?  Tom's survey revealed a surprisingly high average number.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   02.18.24  Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  Tom, Jim and Michelle talk about the lessons to be learned from the story of "Acorn Cop,' the officer who shot up his cruiser when he thought an acorn hitting the roof was a shot being fired at him.

-- Don't store guns in their cases.  Fighting rust with regular cleanings.

-- What's the Bill Drill, and how do you shoot it?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  02.18.24  After Show

In This Hour:

-- New fighting revolvers from Smith & Wesson, plus "Safari" rifles from Ruger.  Jason Cloesner details some of the exclusives from Lipseys.

-- In the middle of the New York trial and the constant stream of revelations about misuse of money at the NRA, Jeff Knox is running for the board.  

-- The value of buying used gear -- guns and hunting clothing -- for youngsters.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  02.11.24  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Caleb Giddings explains how Taurus made such a comeback, and why they are moving into rifles.

-- Known as a premier maker of AR-style rifles, Stag Arms surprised everyone at SHOT Show with a new lever action.  Ryan Donahue explains the reasoning behind this move.

-- Should he trade in his .300 Weatherby for a newer .300 Winchester Magnum?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  02.11.24  Hour 2

In This Hour:

--  A new gun company and a new pistol.  Chris Toomer, from Rost Martin, introduces a new gun company and a striker-fired pistol

--  Palmetto State Armory breaks new ground with a bolt-action rifle.  Cameron Tapler explains that this is just the first of a string of new guns.

--  How to modify your holster for concealed carry.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  02.11.24  Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  A caller says there really are 50 Constitutional Carry states because that right is guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution.

--  In the Wacky World Of Hunting, Tom relates a story of charging a herd of Cape buffalo in Africa.

--  The new revolvers from Lipseys in .32 H&R Magnum may force people to re-examine just how effective this cartridge is.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  02.11.24  After Show

In This Hour: 

In This Hour:

From the Colt Both at SHOT Show 2024 --

-- Colt professional shooters Jalise and Justine Williams and Wyatt Gibson talk about the life of shooting for a living.

-- Austin Knudsen, Attorney General of Montana, loves to shoot, and he also fights for the Second Amendment.

-- What does it mean for shooters and hunters in the U.S. for a Czech group to buy several American ammunition makers?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  02.04.28  Hour 1

In This Hour:

From The Colt Booth At SHOT Show 2024:

-- Mark Redl announces the much-anticipated blued Colt Python revolver.

-- Willie Vernon, from Christiensen Arms, explains the history of this Utah-based company and the Made In America hunting rifles it builds.

-- Why would you put a peep sight on your rifle? Speed and accuracy.  Andy and Sheila Larson, from Skinner Sights, explain the advantages of this classic iron sight.

-- Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   02.04.24  Hour 2

In This Hour:

From the Colt Both at SHOT Show 2024 --

-- When Brandon Maddox bought his first suppressor, he was frustrated with the process. That lead him to create a better, easier, way to buy silencers through Silencer Central.

-- Joel Hodgdon announces new hunting ammunition from Remington featuring monolithic copper bullets. 

-- Reloading supplies were terrible, then they became more available, and now it looks like that might be turning around.  Bill Clinton from Powder Valley suggests not waiting.

-- Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   02.04.24  Hour 3

SHOT Show 2024 is in the books and Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham sits down to share his thoughts. Ryan is covering the size of the show, (you might be surprised), the various events put on by big brands, the pace of the show, a special Hall of Fame induction, and a roundup of some of the biggest product launches at SHOT.

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Gun Talk Nation 01.31.24

In This Hour:

From the Smith & Wesson booth at the 2024 SHOT Show:

-- Julie Golob, professional shooter for Smith & Wesson, details her recovery from shoulder surgery, the upcoming competition season, and how to become a better shot.

-- Matt Rice runs down the new scopes, binoculars and laser rangefinders from Bushnell.

-- Larry Keane, of the National Shooting Sports Foundation, talks about the 2024 national election season and a new political action committee committed to the Second Amendment.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 01.28.24  Hour 1

In This Hour:

From the Smith & Wesson booth at the 2024 SHOT Show ...

-- New revolvers and a lever action rifle from Smith & Wesson

-- Caldwell releases a ground-breaking radar chronograph

-- Pete Brownell of www.brownells.com explains the growth of this legacy company from a basic catalog to an online and social media powerhouse.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  01.28.24  Hour 2

In This Hour:

--  SHOT SHOW 2024, From The Smith & Wesson booth:

--  NRA Board Member Buz Mills says all NRA board members should go.

-- How are guns supplied to and handled in the movies?

-- Ammo, Inc.  The big ammo company you never heard of.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  01.28.24  Hour 3

Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham and Kevin “KJ”Jarnagin are talking builds, what can inspire them, how they can breed confidence, and why it can be so satisfying. KJ recently had a custom rifle built by Maniacal Arms, and this unique rifle is something to behold. 

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Gun Talk Nation 01.22.24

EOTECH’s John Bailey joins Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin from a recent hunt at Jumping Horse Ranch near Ennis, Montana. The guys are discussing the hunt, how KJ “blew it”, new riflescopes from EOTECH and more.

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Gun Talk Hunt 01.22.24

In This Hour: REBROADCAST

--  The U.S. Supreme Court accepts two new gun cases and hears an important Second Amendment Challenge.   Michael Cargill explains his challenge to the ATF.

--  Should he buy an older rifle or pay just a little more to get a new one that's probably better?

--  A flawed decision in the 7th Circuit upholds the Illinois ban on many semi-auto rifles, handguns, and shotguns.  Experts think this is destined to be decided by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  01.21.24  Hour 1

In This Hour: REBROADCAST

--  Chamber flags and muzzle flags from Muzlstik help others know if your gun is loaded.

--  He bought an AR-15 and then went to a class at Range Ready Studios.  He was shocked at how much he didn't know and how much he learned.

--  Tom's neighbor sees a large mountain lion in his driveway.  What's the best gun and load for predator protection?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 01.21.24  Hour 2

In This Hour: REBROADCAST

-- Security Consultant Wayne Black details how to prepare for the mass murder attacks he thinks are coming to the U.S.

-- His scopes were damaged, and he thinks his rifle rest was responsible.

--  When something breaks the companies in the firearms industry stand behind them.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 01.21.24  Hour 3

In This Hour:

-- Ron Spomer explains what's so special about 7mm rifle cartridges and why he wrote a whole book about them.

--  New numbers show Americans own almost 30 million semi-auto rifles and more than 400 million guns total.

--  Norma introduces a .22 Long Rifle round for shooting past 500 yards.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  01.14.24  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Michael Cargill's unlikely challenge to the federal ban on bump stocks makes it to the U.S. Supreme Court.

--  Should you replace your Remington 700 rifle for safety?

--  The strange case of the .38 Super cartridge and its history with Mexico.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  01.14.24  Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Philip Van Cleve calls for gun rights supports to attend the Lobby Day put on by the Virginia Citizen's Defense League.

--  He sees marks in the barrel, but doesn't know if that affects accuracy.

-- The New Mexico governor continues to push for more gun control.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 01.14.24  Hour 3

In This Hour: 

--  Is using a primer flash hole uniformer going too far in reloading?

--  Yes, there really was a semi-auto revolver

-- Making up conspiracy theories about the NRA

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  01.14.24  After Show

Beth Shimanski of Savage Arms sits down with Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin to discuss several new rifle options from Savage including the 110 Ultralite Elite, the Impulse Mountain Hunter and others. Plus, great hunting stories and much more.

This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Range Ready Studios.

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Gun Talk Hunt 01.09.24

In This Hour:

-- Just days before a huge trial in New York, NRA EVP Wayne LaPierre announces his retirement.  Tom Gresham explains what it means for the NRA and for the gun rights movement.

--  Why the NRA isn't as important as it once was.  Other Second Amendment groups have picked up the slack.  

--  Finding parts for older guns. The internet often is the answer.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  01.07.24  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- A huge win in California, plus massive civil disobedience in Illinois.  Alan Gottlieb of the Second Amendment Foundation kicks off the new year's news on gun rights.

--  The Federal .30 Super Carry cartridge allows a gun to hold more cartridges, which could be important for self defense.

--  A judge rules the new Oregon gun control law -- Measure 114 -- is unconstitutional.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  01.07.24  Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Ken Campbell, from Gunsite, offers suggestions for ramping up your self defense skills in the new year.

--  When a gun trainer suggests you try something new, it's a good idea to get on board.  They know things.

--  A glowing Range Report on the new Garmin chronograph.  I

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   01.07.24 Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  He injured his shoulder and had to learn to draw and shoot left handed.  The surprise was how much he didn't know about that.

--  One listener votes for the 200-grain Nosler Partition as the best bullet ever.

--  Savage lightweight rifle, new lever actions and revolvers

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 01.07.24  After Show

Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham and Chris Cerino are in the studio with a chance to reconvene after some time on the road. Ryan headed to Tennessee to visit Smith & Wesson and Chris to Vortex Optics in Wisconsin and they’re discussing what they saw, (well, what they can talk about at least), what they did, and what they learned.

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Gun Talk Nation 01.03.24

In This Hour:

-- Ryan Gresham, head of Gun Talk Media, on the growth of his firearm media empire, how Range Ready Studios became a destination, and the joy of taking his daughters hunting.

-- 2024 is the 75th anniversary for two major companied in the firearms industry.  Chris Killoy, President and CEO of Ruger Firearms, explains the history of the company -- started by Bill Ruger -- and a few of the guns we'll see brought to market.  Ruger will be celebrating with Hornady, which also has its 75th anniversary this year.

-- Tom Gresham looks back at 2023, which was the year of major advances in the courts as gun rights groups push back on the restrictions cities and states have imposed on gun owners.  He also talks about trends in guns and what we will see in the coming year.

-- Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 12.31.23 hour 1  

In This Hour:

-- Expect to see new revolvers and lever action firearms introduced in 2024.  Jason Cloesner, from Lipseys, hints at a few of the new  guns to be brought to market in the coming year.

--  Firearm classes around the country are filling. Chris Cerino, head of training for Gun Talk Media and Range Ready, runs down the new class schedule for the coming year.  Ladies classes, pistol, AR-15, and instructor classes.

-- Will 2024 be the year the Supreme Court finally slaps down lower courts which ignore the landmark Heller and Bruen decisions?

-- Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  12.31.23 Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Gun Talk's Kevin Jarnagin talks about trends in hunting, especially chassis rifles and silencers.

-- The new rifles and machine guns being adopted by the U.S. military forces.  Tom Taylor, from Sigsauer, talks about how advancements in guns for war fighters benefits those buying handguns and rifles for protection and hunting.

-- Tom Gresham offers New Year's Resolutions.  High on the list is inviting others to go shooting.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  12.31.23  Hour 3

Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is joined by Josh Ward of Gunpowder Inc. for the second of a two-part episode. They are discussing the ‘trials and tribulations’ of making memories in the field with young hunters.

This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Range Ready Studios.

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Gun Talk Hunt 12.30.23

Interested in getting body armor, but don’t know where to begin? Jason Mammano of Premier Body Armor sits down with Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham to cover the ins and outs of body armor basics, how to choose the right setup for yourself, traveling with body armor and much more.

Plus, find great deals from Premier Body Armor here: https://snp.link/dbf17e94

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Smith & Wesson, Ballistic Advantage, Franklin Armory, Build Box, Safariland, Range Ready and EOTECH.

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Gun Talk Nation 12.28.23

Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is joined by Josh Ward of Gunpowder Inc. for the first of a two-part episode. They are discussing the ‘trials and tribulations’ of making memories in the field with young hunters.

This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Range Ready Studios.

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Gun Talk Hunt 12.27.23

In This Hour:

A "Reloaded" show so that the Gun Talk Crew can spend Christmas Eve with their families.

-- Johnny Dury, from Dury's Guns, relates stories of Christmas hunts with the family, the tradition of introducing kids to the shooting sports, and his love of high-end guns.

-- Ruger's Chris Killoy shares tales of guns for Christmas, and the disappointment of guns not received.

-- Some guns are perfect for starting out youngsters.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   12.24.23 Hour One

In This Hour:

A "Reloaded"show from 2022 so the Gun Talk crew can spend Christmas Eve with their families.

--  After Christmas gift ideas. A brick of .22 ammo and an upgraded trigger.  

--  Chris Ellis, from Timney Triggers, remembers holiday hunts -- especially hunting squirrels with his dogs.

--  Tiger McKee, from Shootrite Academy, offers post-holiday shopping safety tips

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   12.24.23 Hour 2

In This Hour:

A "Reloaded" show from 2022, so the Gun Talk Crew can spend Christmas Eve with their families.

--  Shotguns and rifles and revolvers -- gifts that carry memories

-- Don Kilmer, noted Second Amendment attorney, explains the Bruen Decision from the Supreme Court, and what a gift it is for all gun owners.

-- Gun Talk's Ryan Gresham remembers guns he's gotten as gifts, and the warning about showing up at the range with a really nice shotgun.  Also. a new shooting destination where you can get great training.  

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 12.24.23  Hour 3

For this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham sits down with Jahred Gamez of SDS Imports. The guys are discussing a variety of topics, including how global the firearms industry truly is, all of the brands under the SDS Imports banner, Jahred’s personal interests in firearms and much more.

If you’re not familiar, SDS Imports includes Tisas USA, Tokarev USA, Spandau Arms, Military Armament Corporation, as well as new brands to be revealed soon.

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Safariland, Range Ready, EOTECH, Smith & Wesson, Build Box, Franklin Armory, Ballistic Advantage, and FN.

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Gun Talk Nation 12.21.23

Ever the gear junkie, Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is going through his “best-of” list for hunting gear that he’s personally used and abused this hunting season.

Including:

Leukotape: https://leukotape.com/

Peax Backcountry Duo Headlamp: https://snp.link/282b1a78

Tetra Hearing Protection: https://tetrahearing.com/

Buc-ee’s Honey Roasted Cashews: https://texassnax.com/products/honey-roast-cashews

Smith & Wesson Model 350: https://snp.link/1c060ade

Armageddon Gear Shooting Bags: https://armageddongear.com/

SIG SAUER ZULU6 16x42 Binos: https://snp.link/a5237593

ZeroTech Optics Thrive 10x42 Binos: https://zerotechoptics.com/p/10x42-thrive-binoculars/

Knives of Alaska: https://www.knivesofalaska.com/Home

Warthog Sharpeners: https://snp.link/58ffc655

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Gun Talk Hunt 12.19.23

In This Hour:

-- Andrew Wright, from Surefire, runs down last-minute gift ideas, from flashlights to suppressors.

-- A man wants to give a gun to his boss for Christmas. Is that legal?

-- In a gun store, he was asked for help on shotgun loads.  Did he give the right advice?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  12.17.23  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Lee Williams reports on a judge's legal opinion that threatens to release the private information on hundreds of thousands of gun owners.

--  Ruger's SFAR rifle surprises a new owner who discovers that the .308 cartridge will shoot a lot farther than he expected.

--  A fan of shooting blackpowder guns says the pungent smoke is "more addictive than cocaine."

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  12.17.23  Hour 2

In This Hour:

--  With billions of rounds fired every year, the .22 Long Rifle is the best cartridge in the world.

--  He fired a powerful revolver without hearing protection and permanently damaged his hearing.

--  Donating guns and ammunition to individuals or organizations for Christmas.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  12.17.23  Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  Would you pay someone at the range to load your magazines for you?

--  New guns are coming.  Tom throws out hints.

--  Why not a .380 pistol for personal protection? 

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 12.17.23 After Show

Charles Allen of Knives of Alaska sits down with Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin to discuss the importance of good quality knives in the field. Charles and KJ are on location at Trinity Oaks’ Thumbtack Ranch. An informative episode, and it might just change your outlook as to what you carry in your pack.

More on Knives of Alaska here: https://www.knivesofalaska.com/Home

This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Range Ready Studios.

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Gun Talk Hunt 12.13.23

Our good friend, Sig Sauer’s Phil Strader, sits down with Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham to discuss the weather. Just kidding. Although they do discuss the weather, they’re also discussing Phil’s car hobby, missed opportunities, and of course, what’s happening with Sig Sauer.

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Ballistic Advantage, Smith & Wesson, Build Box, Franklin Armory, FN, Range Ready, Safariland, and EOTech.

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Gun Talk Nation 12.12.23

In This Hour:

-- What can you get from a real firearms training school? Ryan Gresham and Chris Cerino, from Range Ready Studios, explain the part that many shooters don't understand.

--  Don't mock new gun owners when they get terms wrong.  It's a teaching opportunity.

--  Which is better: A red dot optic or night sights?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 12.10.23  Hour 1

In This Hour:

What makes the 6.5 Creedmoor cartridge so good, and so controversial?  John Snow, from Outdoor Life magazine delves into this popular rifle round.

--  Even an inexpensive pistol caliber carbine is a lot of fun.

--  Why does a cartridge become your favorite?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 12.10.23 Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Bill Clinton, from Powder Valley, talks about reloading and the availability of loading components.

--  The .25-06 Rifle Cartridge as an all-round hunting option.

--  In a strange twist, the ACLU is defending the NRA in court.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk       Gun Talk Radio 12.10.23  Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  Once again, the .223 versus the 5.56, and a vote to for the compromise chambering of the .223 Wylde.

--  The interesting story of the .257 Roberts and why it's still popular among a small number of hunters.

--  Last-minute gifts for shooters.  Cleaning kits, hearing protections, pepper spray, shooting lessons.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 12.10.23  After Show

Gun Talk’s Range Ready has released their 2024 training schedule, and Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham and Chris Cerino are discussing training and why it is so important. Chris is the Director of Training at Range Ready and the guys are delving into why REAL training matters, how we set up our courses and so much more. If you’re looking for a reality check for your own knowledge, mindset and skill, this one’s for you.

Find Range Ready courses here: https://www.rangereadystudios.com/

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by FN, Safariland, Range Ready, Ballistic Advantage, Rock River Arms, Build Box, Franklin Armory and Sig Sauer.

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Gun Talk Nation 12.05.23