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What is "parallax" and how does it affect optics on rifles? During this week's Tech Talk from EOTech, Inc. Louis and Paul will consider both magnified and non-magnified optics and whether or not parallax is the boogeyman we have been led to believe it is.

For our Coffee Corner, we will discuss our recommended reading, "How, When, What Now? The Brain's Role in Gunfighting." Drink coffee and support us at www.studentofthegun.com/blackout.

Michael Mann was in the news this week, but not for a reason he might have wanted. Mr. Mann had a negligent discharge and was injured. We wish Mr. Mann a speedy recovery. Are there any lessons we can learn from that incident? What is the leading cause of NDs when holstering a handgun?

You might have heard that "If it's SUL, it's cool." Is it cool to point a pistol at all of your students while demonstrating how to go "muzzle down?" We'll consider that.

Are your work habits and behaviors sabotaging your productivity? The OSS put out a book instructing readers in the art of sabotage in 1944. Today the book reads like the SOP for just about every big corporation and business.

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The Professor has finished reading the book, "One Man In" by Christian Craighead. Louis Caras will join us to discuss some of the lessons that we can learn from that incident.

For our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. we will go to the SOTG Mail Bag to answer a question; "Dear Paul, why do you always BZO our red dot optics at 25 meters for your rifle?" Great question and we are going to get into that in detail.

For our Coffee Corner, we will discuss our recommended reading, the One Man In book and then we will go right into our consideration of some of the lessons learned. Drink coffee and support us at www.studentofthegun.com/blackout.

How much realism should we expect from Hollywood television shows or movies? Louis and Paul will consider Fact vs. Fiction. When "military veterans" are involved as "technical advisors" for a show or a movie, should we hold them to a higher standard?

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Our friend Louis Caras is back from his training trip. For this episode we are going to discuss a myriad of training and skill enhancement topics. During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. we are pleased to inform you that the testing phase for the "Rifle Donut" has begun. What have we done and what do we have planned for the future?

For our Coffee Corner, Paul has a new book, yes, new-new book, "Airsoft and Airguns for Tactical Training" on Amazon as a paperback and Kindle. Louis just conducted Force on Force training using airsoft tools and has some serious thought regarding their use.

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During our Fighting Fitness discussion, we consider the seemingly ongoing battle between Strength and Cardio. Recently, the Professor listened to an interview with Mr. Christian Craighead where that topic was examined. Is this a one or the other topic? Do you need to forego cardiovascular training in order to strength train? Does great cardio make up for a lack of strength?

Also, we dive into the transformative aspects of engaging in voluntary hardship and forcing yourself to park your ego and learn new skills. How can we unlock the brain's true potential and get the most out of our time or the best "return on investment." Don't miss this episode.

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Should concealed carry and duty pistols have posts and/or compensators on them? Professor Paul was asked to weigh in on that issue and he wrote an article addressing it. During Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. Paul will explain his thoughts on this new trend.

For our Coffee Corner, Paul has a new book, yes, new-new book, "Airsoft and Airguns for Tactical Training" on Amazon as a paperback and Kindle. How and why did this come about? Drink coffee and support us at www.studentofthegun.com/blackout.

Once more, Bill Frady of Lock N Load radio and Paul get together for a conversation. When the two of them get going, any topic is on the menu.

Also, Adam Carolla went on a rant during one of his recent shows and Paul found it so spot on that it could have come from his own mouth. Listen in and see whether or not you agree.

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We are joined by Bill Frady with his Lock and Load format. Paul and Bill will discuss concealed carry fashion and how to make good choices in your daily dress code. Also, Bill wants to talk about Gucci guns. Would you pay $4900 for a pistol that shoots 9mm ammunition?

The Professor will discuss neuroscience and how we can effectively strengthen our brain function and keep it sharp and strong. We will consider exercises that we can use for just that purpose.

During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. Professor Paul will consider the natural center fixation bias of human vision as well as eye dominance. How can we work with the natural tendencies of your vision to improve versus working against them? Please support us when you purchase coffee from www.studentofthegun.com/blackout.

There is a difference between "getting ready" and "being ready." Today Paul and Louis will consider the valuable lessons learned from the Nairobi terror attack and the new book "One Man In" by Christian Craighead. How can we apply the fundamental four to our lives?

For our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. we will consider some news in the rifle optics world. After our previous conversation regarding a "Close Quarter Battle" sight / reticle, a brand new optic has been made available with a Donut Only option. Could that be the wave of the future?

Iron Sharpens Iron, just and one man sharpens another man. How can we as students and disciples of the way help and encourage others? Are there tips or tricks or is it just a hit and miss affair? Paul and Louis consider how we can encourage our fellow man not to be a victim and to get on the path to agency and self-reliance.

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During this week's show we are joined by Sonny Puzikas and Louis Caras to discuss, among other things, the new book "One Man In" by Christian Craighead. This is the detailed retelling of the 2019 terrorist attack in Nairobi, Kenya and how one man was able to make a difference.

For our TechTalk from EOTech Inc. this week we will consider some old gun tech and how new guns are being produced based on much older action designs. Is the future of handguns going back to the past?

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Just as we experienced with our review of the book "13 Hours" and the lessons learned from that incident, we find ourselves with much more to discuss than we have time for one week's episode.

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Welcome to a fun-filled, thrill-packed, soon-to-be-award-winning episode of SOTG Radio. Joining us once more live via satellite from his headquarters in east Texas is Louis Caras of LCAR Concepts. First things first, National Hug Your AK Day is fast approaching. You should order your "RUN AKM" shirt from Faktory47 today, promo code "SOTG".

For our tech talk from EOTech Inc. today we will discuss "Hater Tots", the 1 ¾ inch 12 gauge shells and how they might be more useful and practical than you think. Professor Paul breaks down the history of hater tots and the guns that will run them.

Have you picked up the brand new book from the Professor, "How, When, What Now? The Brain's Role in Gunfighting"? If not, why not? Every person who carries a gun for self-defense needs to read that book.

Are you bored with your firearms practice? Do you feel that you are no longer being challenged? Well, Paul and Louis have some serious thoughts on the matter. Perk up your ears and listen a bit louder.

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We're back from our brief Labor Day break. Once more we are joined by our good friend Louis Caras. "HUG Your AK Day" is coming up soon, Oct. 18th. Our friends at Faktory47 have partnered with us to offer the "RUN AKM" shirts once more. Get yours now.

During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. Paul and Louis discuss the use of the circle-only "donut" reticle in handgun sights and whether or not the same reticle configuration would be useful and practical on a rifle optic?

For our Coffee Corner from www.studentofthegun.com/blackout the Professor has yet another book for you. This one is entitled, "How, When, What Now? The Brain's Role in Gunfighting." Paul and Louis discuss the origin of the book and how it came about.

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Once more we are joined by Louis Caras of LCAR-Concepts for this soon to be award winning episode of SOTG Radio. Mr. Jordan Salinas, hailed as a hero during the Twin Falls, Idaho rampage killing attack, gave a short interview to an Idaho news channel recently. We have an audio clip to share with you. The moral of the story is simple; be a good person, do the right thing and help people in need. It truly is not more complicated than that.

Paul and Louis take a moment to consider the new CUAS reticle from EOTech Inc during our Tech Talk segment. Don't forget to support SOTG when you buy Blackout coffee. www.studentofthegun.com/blackout.

What is Occam's razor? How does that philosophy and advice apply to firearms training? Additionally, how does Occam's razor jive with the principle of using the fewest moving parts and Hick's Law? Our discussion gets deep during the bonus hour of today's show.

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Once more we have yet another special episode for you all. Before we get into our interview, EOTech has just released a new reticle for their HWS line of optics. What is it and why is it?

Please consider picking up Professor Paul's latest book, "Super Lab; Application of the Scientific Method to Firearms Training" available in all formats on Amazon.com and, while you are at it, order some coffee and support SOTG by using wwww.studentofthegun.com/blackout.

Jay "Nighttmare" Gibson joins us today to take a deep dive into the world of firearms training. Why do we do what we do? How did we get here? Listen louder.

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Professor Paul got his hands on a precision bolt-action rifle from Century called the ALR. You will be shocked and surprised to learn that he mounted an EOTech Vudu riflescope onto it. We'll give you the details during our Tech Talk segment from EOTech.

We have a Coffee Corner from www.studentofthegun.com/blackout. When you order Blackout Coffee from the link or use the promo code: STUDT20 you save money and support SOTG. The Super Lab book is the #1 New Release. What are readers saying about it?

When it comes to handguns, what does stopping power really mean? Our good friend Bill Frady from Lock N Load Radio is with us again. He and Paul will consider stopping power and the search for magic bullets.

Louis Cara joins us once again for a detailed discussion of a recent deadly force incident at a gas station in Riverton, Utah. What is your responsibility as an armed citizen? Also, we have more information from the rampage killing incident in Twin Falls, Idaho. Are you walking around with a half-loaded gun?

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Today Professor Paul will be joined by his friends Bill Frady from Lock-N-Load Radio and Louis Caras of LCAR Concepts.

A 21 year old man almost lost his life due to needless gun fiddling performed in his car while his girlfriend videoed him. Fortunately for him, a trained first responder saved his life with a tourniquet. Paul and Bill discuss this at length as there are many lessons to be learned.

Once more, evil has appeared amongst us, not late at night in a bad neighborhood, but in the middle of the day in a shopping center. The rampage killing attack at the In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho is yet another example or reason why we train and carry.

Louis joins Paul and they will examine that situation at length and consider the many lessons that we can learn.

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Words mean things. Today we have a very special guest, Louis Caras of LCAR Training. What is our accepted definition of training? How does that differ from the word "practice?" When we go out and shoot on our own, are we training, or practicing, or are we just turning money into noise?

How can we learn and improve our skills, tactics and our overall mindset? Which is more important, repetitions or rehearsals? Is there a difference between the two? Should we be going fast or should we be working on the method? This is a show not to be missed by those who are on the path toward martial enlightenment.

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What is mindset all about? How does it apply to our pursuit of true enlightenment in the martial application of firearms? Paul is joined by his friend Bill Frady of Lock N Load radio to do a deep dive into the topic of mindset.

Professor Paul has a new book out; Super Lab: Application of the Scientific Method to Firearms Training. What is the scientific method and how can we use it to improve what we are teaching?

The second half of the Bill Frady discussion about mindset. We trust you'll enjoy it.

We are constantly amazed by what passes as a news story in our modern era. Some soldiers in Hawaii had to go six days without air conditioning. That crisis was the topic of a feature news story. Our thoughts and prayers are with these brave warriors as they battle the tropical weather of Hawaii.

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What happens when one of the most popular carry pistols in America gets a new magazine that might change the conversation?

In this episode of Student of the Gun, Paul and Jarrad dig into the primacy effect, Glock's new steel magazines for the 43X and 48, and why "new and improved" doesn't always mean what the internet thinks it means.

From the debate over whether the Glock 19 is "dead" to the bigger lessons hidden inside firearms training, this episode connects gear, psychology, and real-world performance in a way that will make you rethink how shooters are taught, and what they remember first.

Along the way, you'll hear sharp observations about training scars, habit formation, and why the first lesson can shape everything that follows.

If you care about concealed carry, firearms instruction, or simply understanding why some ideas stick harder than others, this is an episode worth your time.

Play the episode now and find out why the first lesson may be the most important one of all.

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We have yet another special episode for you. Paul was invited to join Sonny, Louis and Josh on the Students of Violence podcast livestream. We decided to do a bit of co-branding and share the material here with you. CAUTION: May contain mature themes and smoking.

For your Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. Professor Paul decided to build a rifle to celebrate Independence Day. He did so and will discuss the project here.

Also, Paul has something that he needed to get off of his chest during our Coffee Corner. You can and should support us by buying some great coffee from studentofthegun.com/blackout.

Paul, Louis, Sonny and Josh will ponder the question; what is a barricade? As well as, how is a barricade different from cover? The boys will consider the plague of groupthink as well as examining some of the symptoms of groupthink. We have a new term for influencers; "Mindguards." Which is more important: a Practiscore or Practicality?

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We have a very special episode for you here. Rather than to simply take the 4th of July holiday week off, Professor Paul sat down to record a heartfelt, personal message for you all.

Additionally, the Professor has been diligently working on a brand new book entitled; Super Lab: Application of the Scientific Method to Firearms Training. Paul will take some time to address the impetus behind this project and his desire to correct many errors and misconceptions in what passes for firearms training these days.

Please take the time to celebrate and appreciate the gift from God that is the United States of America. From all of us, God bless you and God bless the USA.

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We are once more honored to have Louis Caras as our special guest. Louis, the co-author of a Pipe Hitters Guide to Red Dots and Optics on Handguns will offer his thoughts about choosing an optic for your handgun and what you should be looking for during our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc.

During Coffee Corner brought to you by www.studentofthegun.com/blackout coffee, Louis and Paul will consider the new book and we have so great news to share with you all regarding a product that we once thought was gone.

For our SOTG Homeroom from www.SOTGU.com Paul and Louis will discuss the "quick draw" negligent shooting involving the Pasadena CA Police Department as well as other similar incidents. How does such a thing happen when trained professionals are involved?

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What in the world is the "donut of death?" Why should you know about it? During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. Paul and Jarrad will consider using the circle-only reticle aka the donut of death. Is this just a gimmick or could it benefit you?

During our Coffee Corner from Studentofthegun.com/blackout we will consider the Book of Five Rings Study Guide and what those who have read it have to say. Have you read it yet? Did you leave a review?

Finally, what is the definition of insanity? We have witnessed a rash of negligent discharges during the last couple of weeks. Unfortunately, we are hearing people say that the solution to the ND problem is to keep on doing what we have been doing, despite that fact that it has failed.

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Welcome to a new episode of SOTG Radio. We have a special guest interview, Nate Summers, aka Nate the Blademaker. Jarrad sat down with Nate to pick his brain about knife making, being a small business owner and more.

During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. we'll take a quick look at the latest pistol optic. Did you get your own EFLX CE yet? Also, Paul will revisit a previous question from our buddy, Ryne.

In this week's Coffee Corner from Studentoftheugun.com/Blackout we will take a look at what people are saying about the new book from Nicholas Orr, "A Pipe Hitters Guide to Red Dots and Optics on Handguns."

Finally, for our SOTG Homeroom from SOTGU.com we will consider what it means to live in a "safe area" or a "quiet little town." There was quite the dust up in a small town in Wyoming, a place where you might not think that you need to carry a gun.

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We are joined today by our special guest, Louis Caras, the co-author of the new book "A Pipe Hitters Guide to Red Dots and Optics on Handguns". Paul and Louis will consider the significance of the new book and how it might help both new and experienced shooters alike.

During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. Professor Paul will discuss a new article published that features the EFLX CE optic. Louis was one of the first to take a close look at that. What is so special about this red dot?

There was a desk pop at the gun shop. We report on a negligent discharge that took place at a large sporting goods store in Ohio last week. Both gentlemen will consider the details of the incident and examine how and if the negligent discharge could have been prevented.

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We have a very special episode of Student of the Gun Radio for you. This was recorded live in front of a studio audience. Next, we could not be more excited to bring you the news of the new EOTech EFLX CE "closed emitter" pistol mounted optic. Both Paul and Jarrad put hundreds of rounds down range using the new optic and will share their opinions and impressions with you.

During our Coffee Corner from www.studentofthegun.com/blackout (Code STUDT20), we are pleased to announce that a brand new book is on the way from our friend Nicholas Orr. This one is called A Pipe Hitters Guide to Red Dots and Optics on Handguns. It is available as a pre-order as this show drops.

For our SOTG Homeroom from www.SOTGU.com we will consider the concept of the Super Lab for firearms training. What are the qualifications for a Super Lab? What are some historical examples of the Super Lab being put into practice?

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Most long-range shooting myths are just that—myths. What you really need to hit long-distance targets isn't a fancy laser level or a digital wind meter; it's practical knowledge, quality gear, and consistent training. If you're tired of wasting money on gadgets that promise perfection but deliver distraction, this episode is your wake-up call.

Professor Paul dismantles the obsession with high-tech accessories, revealing how you can shoot confidently at a thousand yards with simple tools—like a solid scope, reliable ammunition, and disciplined practice.

No more chasing the latest "must-have" gadgets that distract from what truly matters. Instead, learn how to leverage real skill over shiny gear, and why the person behind the rifle is the ultimate variable.

We break down:

The truth about scope leveling and why analog bubbles and digital laser levels are often overkill

The matching importance of wind at the shooter and target, and how flags can deceive even seasoned shooters

How to avoid the trap of automatic reflexive firing by engaging your brain—because safety and accuracy depend on purposeful decisions

The misconception that extensive gear equals better performance and how training and mindset are the real game changers

Why you — yes, you — can shoot farther and more precisely than you think, with less money and fewer gadgets

You'll discover the critical importance of mental focus, deliberate training, and understanding your own physiology—especially the role of the prefrontal cortex and habit formation—in long-range shooting success. Ignoring this leaves you vulnerable to complacency, missed opportunities, and even deadly mistakes.

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