Gun Talk

In This Hour:

-- Corey Beaudrea reveals the latest release from Smith & Wesson, and dodges questions about what Tom wants to see next.

-- What's a BCG? A Bolt Carrier Group? The most important part of an AR-15, and what are the differences in them.  Brownells' Caleb Savant explains all.

-- Winning the Second Amendment debate with story telling.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  05.28.23  Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- World Champion competitive shooter Rob Leatham gives the secrets on shooting better and also reveals the new Springfield Armory Saint Victor AR-15 with a folding stock.

-- The secret of shooting better is that there are no secrets. 

--  What's in your range bag?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  05.28.23  Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  Watching First Person Defender to recalibrate your real world threat awareness.

--   How do you find and identify a good firearms trainer?

--   There are times when you need to fire your trainer and walk away from a firearms class.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk    05.28.23   After Show

Our friend, and turkey hunter extraordinaire, Thomas Allen joins Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin to catch up on the waning days of turkey season throughout the US. Thomas has had a very successful season, and KJ…maybe not so much.

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Gun Talk Hunt 05.27.23

Gun Talk’s own Chris Cerino joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham to discuss a variety of training topics. Chris recently returned from the road, and notably, a Stoeger pistol event at Gunsite Academy. If you’ve never considered a Stoeger pistol, you might be surprised at Chris’s assessment. Plus, much more training talk. If you’re interested in training with Chris, book a class at www.rangereadystudios.com.

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Armscor/Rock Island Armory, HIVIZ, 4Patriots, Remington, Range Ready, SIG SAUER, Silencer Central and Ruger.

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Gun Talk Nation 05.26.23

In This Hour:

-- Winning gun rights back in the courts.  

-- Tom shoots his "new" rifles, with mixed results.

--  Why many women prefer shooting classes without men

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  05.21.23  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- You really don't need a magnum rifle for hunting.  John Barsness, gun writer, explains why.

--  Why have an AR-15 rifle? What's it good for?

--  Will your home defense rifle shoot through all the walls of your house?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  05.21.23  Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Erich Pratt, from Gun Owners of America, details what's happening with the ATF ban on pistol braces.

--  The myth that you don't know what you will do in an emergency.

--  One man's journey to shoot better and faster.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   05.21.23  Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  A report on the new Henry Homesteader 9mm semi-auto rifle.

--  The real value of serious defensive training is stress inoculation. 

--  Can you use a prepaid credit card to avoid being tracked when buying ammunition?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   05.21.23  After Show

JJ Reich of Federal Premium Ammunition joins Gun Talk Hunt’s Ryan Gresham on location in Illinois for this episode. JJ also represents Alliant Powder, CCI Ammunition, HEVI-Shot, and Speer Ammo. Federal Premium recently celebrated its 100th birthday, and JJ is discussing the history of the brand, its iconic status, new products and much more.

This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Ruger, Range Ready and Timney Triggers.

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Gun Talk Hunt 05.20.23

Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham is joined by Matt Rice of Bushnell Optics, and the pair are in rural Illinois for a “high-tech” turkey hunt. Ryan and Matt discuss the hunt, their loadouts and talk through many of the new products in the robust Bushnell product line.

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by 4Patriots, Range Ready, Silencer Central, Remington, Armscor / Rock Island Armory and SIG SAUER.

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Gun Talk Nation 05.17.23

Dustin Sanchez of Real Avid joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham on this episode and the guys are talking about being a “gun nerd’, Dustin’s competition background, Real Avid’s exceptional products and much more.

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Silencer Central, Armscor / Rock Island Armory, Remington, HIVIZ, Range Ready, 4Patriots, SIG SAUER and Ruger.

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Gun Talk Nation 05.16.23

In This Hour:

-- Robyn Sandoval explodes the myth that women want gun control.  How "A Girl And A Gun" became a national organization of women who just want to shoot guns.

--  He want to take his daughter shooting.  The range offered free access and shooting lessons.

--  A federal judge has ruled that the law preventing 18 to 21 year old adults from buying a handgun from a gun store is unconstitutional.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   05.14.23  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Best-selling author Jack Carr talks about how being a SEAL helped him write his latest novel, "Only The Dead."

--  He though his wife would want jewelry.  Instead, she opted for a Browning 1911 pistol in .380 automatic. 

--  Ken Campbell, CEO of Gunsite shooting school, reports record numbers of women attending classes.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   05.14.23 Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Illinois State Senator Neil Anderson reveals the inside story on how Illinois banned common firearms.

--  How to choose and use a revolver for defense.

--  Is the the .22 rimfire adequate for self defense.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.14.23 Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  Revolvers, once again.

--  Use a substitute gun for training.

--  Taking time to enjoy the wildlife in your area.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk 05.14.23  After Show

In This Hour:

-- Training teachers and staff to use guns to protect students.

-- How to clean, maintain, and care for your rifle to enhance accuracy and longevity.

--  Can you stop a mass murderer?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   05.07.23

In This Hour:

-- The 7 best revolvers you can buy.  Jason Cloesner,  from Lipseys, runs down his favorite wheel guns.

--  How to find a firearms instructor.

--  The gun ban in Illinois returns after a one-week time out.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   05.07.23   Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- The Second Amendment Foundation (saf.org) sues the Washington State Attorney General after his office targets the gun rights group.

--  His gun broke and was fixed.  Now he wonders if he can trust it.

--  A caller loves his new Mantis X dry firing system.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   05.07.23   Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  How to shoot accurately with a small pistol.

--  If you can't find .327 Federal Magnum ammo, try .32 H&R Magnum.

--  Use a holster for safety -- even at the range.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   05.07.23   After Show

Lifelong hunter Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is joined by another lifer, Mike Herne (Kifaru, Born Primitive, Bergara), to swap stories from the field. The guys are talking about Mike’s entry into the hunting/outdoors industry, his upbringing and military background, an Alaskan hunt they shared this last year, and much more.

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Gun Talk Hunt 05.06.23

If you’re a bird hunter, few topics are more important to you than sporting dogs. Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is joined by Purina’s Karl Gunzer to discuss why the food you give your dog is so important, this weekend’s upcoming DUX Expo (Ducks Unlimited Expo), and multiple other hunting and sporting dog topics.

Learn more about the DUX Expo here: https://www.duckexpo.com/

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Gun Talk Hunt 05.03.23

The DUX Expo (Ducks Unlimited Expo) is taking place this weekend, May 5-7 at Texas Motor Speedway, and Ducks Unlimited’s Logan Nevins joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham to discuss this unique event, and why if you’re a fan of the outdoors, you should check it out.

Learn more here: https://www.duckexpo.com/

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Remington, 4Patriots, Range Ready, Armscor / Rock Island Armory, Silencer Central, Ruger and SIG SAUER.

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Gun Talk Nation 05.03.23

In This Hour:

-- A judge blocks enforcement of Illinois' sweeping ban on semi-auto firearms recently passed into law.  Alan Gottlieb, of the Second Amendment Foundation, explains the impact of this important decision and how it may affect other bans.

--  Not every gun is right for every person.  How to pick the perfect pistol

--  He bought a shooting class for his wife's birthday, and now he's a hero!

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   04.30.23  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Blake Waldrop, from RMA Armament, explains the latest technology in body armor and addresses calls to ban this kind of personal protection.

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Tom Gresham's Gun Talk    04.30.23  Hour 2 

In This Hour:

-- The Gun Talk crew tries out several new guns and accessories. Ryan Gresham gives a rundown on what's new, and also announces gun safety new classes at www.rangereadystudios.com.

--   New TSS material for shot drastically changes turkey hunting.

--   The secret to shooting faster:  Shoot faster.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk    04.30.23  Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  What size dot should you set on your optic?

--  Tom goes face to face with a marauding porcupine

--  An Alaskan hunting guide uses his 9mm pistol to stop and kill an attacking brown bear. 

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  04.30.23  After Show

Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham is joined by Ruger’s Graham Rockwell on this episode. The guys are discussing multiple topics including: NRA’s Annual Meetings, the Western Hunting Expo, new guns from Ruger and Marlin and much more.

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by HI-VIZ, Remington, Armscor / Rock Island Armory, Silencer Central, 4Patriots, Vortex Optics, Ruger and Range Ready.

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Gun Talk Nation 04.26.23

Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is joined by GP Searle of KOR Cases, and they are talking about traveling for hunts and exploring KOR’s case technology. If you’re tired of cutting foam and are looking for a firearm transport system like no other, you’ll want to hear this one.

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Gun Talk Hunt 04.25.23

In This Hour:

-- Award-winning journalist Emily Miller reveals what she has learned about Donald Trump's views on gun ownership.

--  He didn't shoot his pistol for a decade, and now it doesn't work.  A discussion of firearm maintenance.

--  Nebraska becomes the 27th state with permitless carry. 

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk      |  04.23.23  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Boyd Metz reveals a new line of hunting ammunition from HSM Ammunition.  

--  He bought a used red dot optic that didn't work.  The maker surprised him with its response.

--  How do bullet makers improve the performance of projectiles?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk    |  04.23.23  Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Jeff Knox, from the Firearms Coalition, talks about the untold story (guns) in the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising.

-- Update on the internal fight at the NRA.

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Tom Gresham's Gun Talk     |  04.23.23  Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  With permitless carry in 27 states (counting Nebraska as the latest), many people who begin carrying don't know the laws or the best practices for safe gun carry and use.

--  Tom, Jim and Michelle begin to form a template for a program to reach new and existing gun owners through public outreach.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   04.23.23  After Show

In This Hour:

From the floor of the NRA Annual Meetings in Indianapolis

-- Ruger adds new handguns to its lineup.  CEO Chris Killoy give the what, why, and how.

--  Dianna Muller, from the DC Project, announces a march and protest for gun rights.

-- Chris Johnson, Senior Pistol Product Manager, FN America, shows off the new Reflex micro pistol.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   04.16.23  Hour 1

In This Hour:

From the Ruger Booth at the NRA Annual Meetings ...

-- Marlin reintroduces the beloved Model 336, and now it's even better.

-- Sig's Tom Taylor talks about that company's ammo, optics, rifles and handguns.

-- Putting the right bullet in the right load is the secret sauce in hunting and shooting.  Pat Mundy and Mason Payer describe how Nosler continues to push the ballistic envelope.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   04.16.23  Hour 2

In This Hour:

From the NRA Annual Meetings in Indianapolis

-- Paul Spitale, from Colt, details new growth from the iconic gun maker.

-- Brandon Maddox, announces new programs from Silencer Central for making the process easier to purchase suppressors.

-- How can you win a gun-building contest? Derrick Dumont describes how he came away on top in the first season of Build Box TV.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   04.16.23  Hour 3

Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is joined by Jordan Egli of Burris Optics / Steiner Optics  and the duo are swapping hunting stories. The guys are discussing Jordan’s industry background, new optics, questionable border crossings and much more.

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

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Gun Talk Hunt 04.15.23

Jordan Egli and Mic Otto of Steiner Optics join Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham to discuss a wide range of topics. The trio delve into Steiner’s history and wide product line, what differentiates their optical clarity, law enforcement acceptance, new releases and much more.

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Colt, Vortex Optics, Walther, Range Ready, Remington, HI-VIZ, Armscor, Silencer Central and Ruger.

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Gun Talk Nation 04.12.23

In This Hour:

-- Kevin Jarnagin describes a morning shooting new guns at the Gun Talk Range Ready Studios shooting range.

--  Can astigmatism cause problems shooting with a red dot optic?

--  Washington State rushes to pass gun bans, and citizens there are buying guns as fast as possible.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   Gun Talk Radio  | RELOADED from 03.12.23  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen explains why the AGs of several states have dived into the Second Amendment fight, and why blue states are determined to undermine the Supreme Court.

--  Will leaving your handgun in a leather holster make it rust? 

--  The case for a suppressed rifle as a home defense firearm.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk     Gun Talk Radio  | RELOADED from 03.12.23 Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Celebrity trainer Chris Cerino describes how to choose a handgun for concealed carry.

--  Use one home defense gun for husband and wife?

--  Ruger SFAR Range Report.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk    Gun Talk Radio  | RELOADED from 03.12.23  Hour 3

Special guests Trent Eichler and Caldwell’s Jarrod Grove join Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin from Covey Rise Plantation in Camilla, Georgia. The hunters are talking about their Georgia quail hunting trip to discuss Caldwell’s new Claymore Target Thrower, why hunting camp is so important, how Trent has become a Taurus pro shooter, gnat attacks, “luxurious beards” and a lot of laughs.

Learn more about the Claymore here: https://snp.link/46aeaedb

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Leupold’s Shawn Skipper joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham on this episode. The guys are talking about a recent wolf hunt, Shawn’s choice for turkey optics, why pistols are so hard on red dots, why the Custom Dial System is so great, choosing the right reticle for your needs and so much more. 

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Remington, Armscor / Rock Island Armory, Range Ready Studios, Colt, Silencer Central, Walther and Ruger.

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Gun Talk Nation 04.06.23

In This Hour:

-- Bucking the trend of lighter, faster bullets for hunting, John Barsness makes the case for heavier and slower bullets.

--  Florida passes permitless carry, making it the 26th state to remove the "May I?" aspect of gun rights.

--  To switch to left-handed shooting, Tom recommends 10,000 practice gun mounts.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   04.02.23  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Paul Valone, from Grass Roots North Carolina, unveils the backstory on how a historic racist gun law was overturned through an override of the governor's veto.

--  Immediate and decisive action by police in Nashville saves lives and stands in contrast to the debacle of non-response in Uvalde.

--  Decisions on carrying a handgun after surgery.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   04.02.23   Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Aaron Oelger, from Hodgdon Powders, explains high-technology advances in smokeless power.  Shooters get easier cleaning and reduced temperature sensitivity.--  

--  With 31 wins in the first six months after the Supreme Court Bruen decision, the Second Amendment is being strengthened weekly.

-- A copper penny can be used to remove rust from a firearm.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   04.02.23  Hour 3

In This Hour: 

--  When you leave out the gunpowder, your ammo just isn't as effective.

--  Training school employees to carry and use guns.  www.fastersaveslives.org. 

--  Some "improvements" to an AR-15 should be rejected.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk    04.02.23  After Show

One of our favorite guests, SIG SAUER’s Phil Strader joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham for a wide-ranging conversation and a lot of laughs. The guys are discussing Phil’s obsession with retro cars and RVs, new products from SIG SAUER, a peek at what goes into developing new guns and much more.

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Silencer Central, Walther, HI-VIZ Sight Systems, Armscor / Rock Island Armory, Vortex Optics, Colt, Ruger and Range Ready Studios.

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Gun Talk Nation 03.31.23

In a continued discussion, firefighter Jacob Stolzle joins Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin on this episode to discuss out-of-state hunting plans, selecting calibers for different hunts and much more.

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

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Gun Talk Hunt 03.27.23

In This Hour:

-- Chuck Michel, head of California Rifle and Pistol Association, announces the death of the famous "roster" of guns available in that state.

--  The various reasons people choose a particular defensive gun.

--  Tips on quickly reloading a revolver.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk    Gun Talk Radio  | 03.26.23   Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Uvalde, TX, police say they didn't save the students because the murderer had an AR-15.

--  How to carry a small pistol in a purse.

--  Congressman "mansplains" safety, saying guns don't protect women.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk    03.26.23   Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Update on Washington State gun bans

--  Making the commitment. Becoming a student of the gun. 

--  There's a time to talk and a time to shoot.  It's up to you to know the difference. 

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   03.26.23  Hour 3

In This Hour:

-- Disruptive bargain. A 9mm pistol that comes with 10 magazines. 

--  Tom found a used rifle in 7x57, a cartridge more than 100 years old.

-- Ammo prices will never get better.  Now is the time to stock up.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk    03.26.23  After Show

Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham sits down with Gun Talk’s own Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin for a comprehensive “after action report” on a recent Range Ready training course. KJ recently took some time away from the studio to get some serious training with Chris Cerino and a recent Range Ready ARCO1 AR15/Carbine Course.

Check out more Range Ready courses here: https://www.rangereadystudios.com/training-courses

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Colt, Walther, Armscor, Ruger, Silencer Central and Range Ready.

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Gun Talk Nation 03.22.23

Firefighter Jacob Stolzle joins Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin on this episode to discuss out-of-state hunting plans, selecting calibers for different hunts and much more.

This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Ruger, Leupold and Range Ready.

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Gun Talk Hunt 03.21.23

In This Hour:

-- Cody DeSomma explains how Patriot Ordnance Factory comes up with such interesting and innovative firearms.

--  A lightweight AR-15 in .308 may be the perfect deer rifle.

--  Shooting a Barrett rifle in .50 BMG.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   Gun Talk Radio  | 03.19.23  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Use a wide range of bullets to get the most our of your hunting rifle.  Author and hunting expert Ron Spomer explains how the .30-06 cartridge, and many others, can be "modernized" to maximum utility.

--  The 7x57 -- The ultimate classic rifle cartridge.

--  History and Guns -- Appleseed Project

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk    Gun Talk Radio  | 03.19.23  Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Stephen Halbrook, Second Amendment Scholar, talks about his book "America's Rifle - The Case For The AR-15."  Plus, what's the future for gun control laws after the Supreme Court's Bruen decision?

--   A 44 Magnum doesn't handle a particular brand of ammo.  What's going on? 

--   His .22 pistol doesn't work.  What can he do to get it shooting?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk    Gun Talk Radio  | 03.19.23  Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  Buying a classic Chilean Mauser rifle.

--   The danger of gun free school zones.

--   Tom's friend, Keith, shares some of his funny cop stories.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk     Gun Talk Radio  | 03.19.23  After Show

Armscor’s John McClain joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham for a discussion on a variety of gun topics. John shares a story about his first gun, competition pistol selection, why teaching firearms safety to children is so important, even beyond the obvious reasons, and much more.

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Colt, Walther, Armscor, Ruger, Vortex, Silencer Central and Range Ready.

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Gun Talk Nation 03.17.23

One of our favorite guests, Thomas Allen, joins Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin to discuss all things turkey hunting. The guys are talking about battling the weather, “finding the time”, public land access and much more.

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

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Gun Talk Hunt 03.13.23

In This Hour:

-- Kevin Jarnagin describes a morning shooting new guns at the Gun Talk Range Ready Studios shooting range.

--  Can astigmatism cause problems shooting with a red dot optic?

--  Washington State rushes to pass gun bans, and citizens there are buying guns as fast as possible.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   Gun Talk Radio  | 03.12.23  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen explains why the AGs of several states have dived into the Second Amendment fight, and why blue states are determined to undermine the Supreme Court.

--  Will leaving your handgun in a leather holster make it rust? 

--  The case for a suppressed rifle as a home defense firearm.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk     Gun Talk Radio  | 03.12.23 Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Celebrity trainer Chris Cerino describes how to choose a handgun for concealed carry.

--  Use one home defense gun for husband and wife?

--  Ruger SFAR Range Report.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk    Gun Talk Radio  | 03.12.23  Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  Finding a smaller shotgun for a tiny woman to use.

-- Shortages continue for certain ammo categories.

-- The strange story of the .41 Magnum, and its place in the revolver world.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   Gun Talk Radio  | 03.12.23 After Show

In This Hour:

-- Professional shooter Max Michel describes the secrets for traveling the nation and the world with guns.

--  Custom loads for reducing recoil on shotguns.

--  There are great deals -- sometimes -- at pawn shops, but you have to know what you are looking for.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk         03.05.23 Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Gun Rights are under attack in many states, but we are winning in the courtroom.  Alan Gottlieb of the Second Amendment Foundation delivers updates on several big decisions.

--   Today marks 28 years on the air for Gun Talk Radio.

--   Pros and cons of a .410 revolver for personal protection.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk          03.05.23 Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Rob Leahy from Simply Rugged Holsters explains the lure and possible advantages of leather holsters.

--  Can you hit if you don't aim? YES! It's called instinctive shooting.

--  Alaska Airline allows you to carry much more ammo than other airlines.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk       03.05.23 Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  How EDC guns have changed with the years, and how you might adjust on the weather.

--  Why leather? Because no one ever handed down a Kydex holster!

--  Despite the assurances, there's still a long wait for the paperwork on suppressors.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk         03.05.23 After Show

Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is sitting down with YouTuber Adam Weis (Who Tee Who) and Rob Gates of Savage Arms. The guys are on a hunt in Texas to check out some new products from Savage and the conversation covers a lot of ground. From what “media hunts” are all about, to hot new rifles and much more in between - this is a good one.

This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Ruger and Leupold Optics.

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Gun Talk Hunt 03.04.23

Gavin Gear of Ultimate Reloader was recently on set with Ryan Gresham while teaching a course at Range Ready Studios. You know Gavin for his reloading prowess, but he’s also a custom gun builder. He and Ryan discuss his entry into the process, why precision engineering is so important and why DIY gun projects are becoming more and more popular.

Learn more about Gavin’s rifles here: https://rifles.ultimatereloader.com/

Learn more about Range Ready here: https://www.rangereadystudios.com/

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Colt, Walther, Armscor/Rock Island Armory, Ruger, Vortex Optics and Range Ready.

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Gun Talk Nation 03.01.23

John Radzwilla of Hook & Barrel magazine and Brandon May of Silencer Central join Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin for a wide-ranging hunting chat. The trio are in Texas for a predator hunt and touch on a varied range of topics, with a lot of laughs in between.

This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Ruger.

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Gun Talk Hunt 02.28.23

In This Hour:

-- Tom Gresham's pulls back the curtain on the largely unseen battleground in the gun control fight.

--  Should a left-handed shooter buy a left-handed AR-15?

--  Language wars in gun rights

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk    Gun Talk Radio  | 02.26.23  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Shoot or don't shoot. How to know what to do. Rob Morse talks about this tricky and possibly life-saving decision.

-- Should his Sig P238 fire from the half-cock position? Probably not.

-- Road rage leads to shooting.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk     Gun Talk Radio  | 02.26.23  Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Recoil. What is it and how to manage it. Ryan Cleckner talks about shooting big rifles, and sometimes why smaller is better.

--  A trip to the Range Ready AR-15 class with Daniel Defense pays off big.

--  Taming the recoil of a 12-gauge shotgun.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk    Gun Talk Radio  | 02.26.23  Hour 3

In This Hour:

-- The police won't return his gun which was stolen.  How can he get it back?

--  A caller gets no help from Tom on his mystery ailment when shooting single-action revolvers.

--  Can you successfully use match bullets for hunting?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk    Gun Talk Radio  | 02.26.23  After Show

Gavin Gear of Ultimate Reloader was recently on set with Ryan Gresham while teaching a course at Range Ready Studios. The guys sat down to discuss Gavin’s entry into reloading, bringing “enough gun”, how you can get started in reloading and much more.

Learn more about Ultimate Reloader here: https://ultimatereloader.com/

Learn more about Range Ready here: https://www.rangereadystudios.com/

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Colt, Walther, Meprolight, Ruger and Leupold.

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Gun Talk Nation 02.24.23

Gun Talk’s own Matt Johnson joins KJ in this episode and they’re going “all over the map” on this one. From tag applications and turkey season to new gear and what they’re looking forward to this season, this one covers a lot of ground.

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Gun Talk Hunt 02.22.23

In This Hour:

-- Celebrate Second Amendment Day! Known as 2A day, Roy Hill, from Brownells, explains how anyone can join the celebration.

--  What are the best ways to learn to shoot?  

--  Comparing the .204 Ruger to the .22-250 Remington cartridge.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk  02.19.23    Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Shawn Skipper talks about new optics from Leupold and tackle the idea that today's rifle scopes are getting too powerful -- at least, for most hunting.

-- His wife's revolver sprays oil when she shoots it.  He's using too much oil.  

--   The fight for gun rights takes a lot of money.  Dollars are ammunition in this fight.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk      02.19.23   Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- Best-selling author Larry Correia explains how to defend the Second Amendment, as seen in his new book "In Defense Of The Second Amendment."

-- Become a firearms instructor after retirement.

--  Target shooting at 1000 yards

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk    02.19.23  Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  Should you sell a .45 Auto to get a 9mm? 

--  Should there be a new event combining driving and shooting? 

--  The Springfield Armory Prodigy 9mm 1911. 

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   02.19.23    After Show

Adam Kraut, the Executive Director of the Second Amendment Foundation joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham to discuss Adam’s background, how the SAF is working for your rights and how you can become a better voice for the 2A.

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Gun Talk Nation 02.15.23

Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is joined by Scott Melton of Gatorz Eyewear. Do you wear eye protection in the field? KJ and Scott enjoy a wide-ranging conversation to discuss this topic as well as what the guys are doing during their hunting offseason. If you like preparation, training and gear selection as a hunter, this is the episode for you.

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In This Hour:

-- Ryan Gresham delivers Range Reports on new guns being featured in his new videos, and talks about the reloading class he just finished.

--  Comparing 9mm loads for recoil.

--  Order a suppressor and have it mailed to you?  Yep!

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk     02.12.23  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Michael Cargill talks about his lawsuit challenging the ATF's bump stock ban.

-- The terrible, hopeless case of the NRA.

--  Pizza shop prints targets on its pizza boxes.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   02.12.23   Hour 2

In This Hour:

--  Trainer and author Massad Ayoob explains why the Castle Doctrine and Stand Your Ground laws can be traps that send good people to jail.

--  These days, is there any reason to own a lever action rifle?

--  Taking a real, multi-day, shooting class results in unexpected benefits.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk      02.12.23  Hour 3

In This Hour:

--  If you want or need to sell a number of guns, what's the best way to go about it?

--  Comparing lightweight AR rifles in .308 Winchester.

--  The joy of shooting with friends.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk     02.12.23  After Show

Pete Schreier of Vortex Edge joins Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham to discuss finding the optimal optics setup for your AR-15 carbine. Vortex Edge is the training experience arm of Vortex Optics and Pete gives a thorough overview of the courses they offer, their premium facility and much more.

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Gun Talk Nation 02.09.23

Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is joined by Aaron Oelger from Hodgdon Powders. The pair are swapping stories about the 2022 season, what products continue to remain popular, and a host of new products coming from Hodgdon.

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Gun Talk Hunt 02.08.23

In This Hour:

-- Dan Wos (Author of ""Good Gun, Bad Guy) explains the effective messaging of the gun ban industry and its underlying goal in the culture war.

--   Learning to shoot after a change in eyesight

--   Update on banks tracking credit card sales from gun stores.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk     02.05.23  Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Iain Harrison details how YouTube took down the channel for Recoil Magazine, and how public outrage turned around that decision -- for now.

--  Was it a dirty trigger that made his gun go off? There's one way to find out.

--  Tom's lightweight mountain arrived. Now the fun begins!

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   02.05.23 Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- New rule issued by ATF makes felons of millions of gun owners. Adam Kraut of the Second Amendment Foundation explains.

--  How much pressure can a handgun handle?

--  Why can a federal agency make rules that have the weight of criminal law?

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   02.05.23 Hour 3

In This Hour:

--   Where to find additional barrels for a Thompson/Center Contender handgun.

--   Tracking down info on an old rifle for a youngster

--  A rifle or carbine makes a good defensive weapon.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   02.05.23 After Show

Gun Talk’s YouTube page is under fire as is gun culture in general. Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham sits with Chris Cerino and Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin to discuss the latest moves by YouTube to restrict content. All Gun Talk videos are well-planned and shot in a safe environment to help educate enthusiasts as well as new gun owners to the fact that owning and using firearms is a great responsibility.

The Gun Talk Crew shares some of the backstory and what they’re doing to ensure viewers will be able to find the content that YouTube doesn’t want you to see. Gun Talk continues to do everything in its power to play by ever-changing and sometimes baffling posting rules, while offering entertaining and educational firearms videos. If you’d like to see more Gun Talk videos visit guntalktv.com or guntalk.com.

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Gun Talk Nation 02.01.23

Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is riding solo on this one and he’s rounding up the best new hunting products he found at SHOT Show 2023. From new cartridges and lightweight rifles to optics and gear, check out what you’ll be seeing in the marketplace this year.

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Gun Talk Hunt 01.30.23

Ryan Gresham sits down with Jens Krogh of Walther to discuss how involved the process is to produce Olympic-level guns. Plus, the two chat about firearms, which include the P99 Final Edition, and the new PDP F-Series designed specifically for women.

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Gun Talk Nation 01.30.23

In This Hour:

-- Best-Selling Novelist Stephen Hunter talks about "The Bullet Garden," his latest book featuring snipers.

-- New national organization dedicated to helping shooters is revealed.

-- Why does a cheap optic ruin shooting?  

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   Gun Talk Radio | 01.29.23 Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Australian firearms executive Rob Nioa talk about why he bought Barrett Firearms and what he plans to do with this iconic company.

--  Do slight variations in bullet diameter matter?

--  Winterize your guns for shooting in cold weather.

Tom Gresham's Gun Talk   Gun Talk Radio | 01.29.23 Hour 2