Podcasts by The GUNS Magazine Podcast

#134- How to Survive a Mass Shooting from 2022-06-03T17:00:13

School shootings and homicidal workplace violence seem to be on the rise. In this episode, learn the single most important concept — whether you're armed or unarmed — to survive a mass-shooting inc...

#133- How To: Shotgun Reloading from 2022-05-27T19:44:53

In this third and final episode of reloading 101, we talk to Shari Legate, director of marketing for Gunsite Academy, about how to get started reloading shotgun shells.

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#132- How to: Rifle Reloading from 2022-05-13T16:00:34

In part two of our reloading series, American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale talks about how to get started in rifle reloading, along with great tips — and what to do about spiders!

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#131- How to: Pistol reloading from 2022-05-06T19:45:25

In this episode, American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale discusses how to get started in pistol-caliber ammo reloading.

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#130- I Got Shot! from 2022-04-29T16:33:34

Our host Brent T. Wheat shares the day he became an official "Gun Shot Wound" patient. Part-humor, part-cautionary, it's a tale every shooter should hear.

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#129- How to Ship Firearms from 2022-04-22T15:00:31

Shipping a gun is a somewhat daunting process for those who haven't done it. In this episode, we talk to pro-gun photographer Rob Jones to learn the insider tips and tricks to make your gun shippin...

#128- Flying with your gun from 2022-04-15T13:00

Did you know you can bring your handgun along when you fly? In most cases and most places, you can — but you have to follow the rules. In this episode, we bring back Ken Campbell of Gunsite Academy...

#127- The Secrets of GunBroker.com from 2022-04-08T16:50:34

In this two-for-one episode, we talk to Fred Wagenhals, the owner of GunBroker.com and Ammo Inc. to learn his story of how the King of Die-cast Cars turns from NASCAR to the shooting industry. W...

#126- To Shoot or Not to Shoot: Safe Queens from 2022-04-01T17:27:43

A fun episode talking about "Safe Queens," those guns that live in storage 99.99% of their lives.  Some don't have any, many have a lot and American Handgunner editor Tom McHale and host Brent T...

#125- Are Gun Stores Doomed? from 2022-03-25T19:00:27

Barry Laws isn’t convinced gun stores will be around much longer.

Laws is the CEO of a shooting range and gun store and has lots of insight and controversial opinions about why the gun bu...

#124- Buying a used revolver from 2022-03-18T19:19:43

Buying a used revolver can seem complicated but in today's episode Roy Huntington gives his advice for making sure you don't end up with a blued-steel lemon!  He also offers advice on semi-auto ...

#123- Even Gun Writers Do It: the Negligent Discharge from 2022-03-11T13:37:24

Today we break the secret gun writer's code of silence and admit: even gun writers have Negligent Discharges (otherwise known as an "Accidental Discharge"). In this episode, the Gun Cranks talk ...

#122 - The Gun is Pure Fun: The Ruger Wrangler from 2022-03-04T19:58:02

Want to have some fun? If you're talking pistols, the Ruger Wrangler probably has the lowest cost/benefit ratio - and greatest fun factor - of any firearm currently in production.  In this episo...

#121- What It's Like to Shoot Someone: Part II from 2022-02-25T19:41:34

In this final installment of "What It's Like to Shoot Someone," Capt. Tyson Warmoth talks about bringing down a cop killer, his thoughts on PTSD and why the Warrior Ethos is so important.

#120 - What It's Like to Shoot Someone: Part I from 2022-02-18T18:08:23

Have you ever wondered if you could really shoot someone in self-defense?  Or questioned how you'd handle it psychologically?  In this hard-hitting episode, we talk with Capt. Tyson War...

#119 - You Killed Someone. What Now? from 2022-02-11T18:10:07

Surviving the legal morass following a justified use of deadly force in self-defense is difficult — and something most CCW holders never consider.  PJ Hermosa of U.S. LawShield talks about post-...

118 - World's Dumbest Idea: Defund the Police from 2022-02-04T16:09:12

Everybody is talking about Law Enforcement, usually arguing around "Defund the Police" while simultaneously asking "Why is crime going up?" In this episode, host Brent T. Wheat and AmericanCop.c...

#117 - Less-Lethal for Earth People from 2022-01-28T16:54:49

"Less-lethal" is a common term in Law Enforcement but more and more private citizens are seeing options such as pepper spray and electronic 'stun' guns on the market.  Are these technologies use...

#116 - I Was There: The North Hollywood Shootout from 2022-01-17T02:35:37

Det. Vince Bancroft was working for LAPD when two men in dark clothing were spotted entering a bank in North Hollywood.  Forty-four minutes later, both were dead, a dozen cops were injured and a...

#115 - Choosing the Best Micro 9mm Pistol from 2022-01-14T20:17:06

It's the hottest trend in firearms: "Micro" 9mm's.  These small, enhanced-capacity handguns —many with red dot optic-options — are taking the market by storm.  However, like all fads, the questi...

114 - Where the Mildew Grows: An Ode to Army Surplus Stores from 2022-01-07T21:09:18

If you're a guy (possibly a gal, but this was pretty much a guys-only thing) of a certain age, you undoubtedly have deep, fond memories for the corner Surplus and Gun Store.  In this episode, Br...

#113 - The Gun Industry Supply Chain Explained from 2021-12-31T17:40:09

Everybody is talking about "Supply Chain" issues today but have you ever wondered how a gun or ammo actually gets into your hand?  In today's episode, host Brent T. Wheat and Roy Huntington sepa...

#112 - The Gun Cranks ask: What gun would Santa pack? from 2021-12-22T15:50:19

In this fun special Christmas Eve edition, the Gun Cranks quibble over "What gun would Santa pack?" along with other timeless holiday questions such as "Is Lethal Weapon a Christmas mov...

#111 - The Bonnie&Clyde Ambush: Gun Geeks Got It Wrong! from 2021-12-15T13:45:17

Famed outlaws Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow met a bloody end on May 23, 1934 at the hands of former Texas Ranger Frank Hamer and his band of lawmen.  However, most of the gun lore you "know" ab...

#110 - Hardware Store Guns from 2021-12-10T22:53:36

Many guns in the early 20th century were sold through general merchandisers and hardware stores, often under the store's own brand name.  The big secret was J.C. Higgins, Ted Williams, Western F...

#109 - Go Long: How to Shoot a Pistol at 100 Yards from 2021-12-03T15:37:03

Impossible, right? Are you sure you can't hit with a typical defensive pistol at 100, 200 or even 300 yards? In this episode, Roy Huntington tells you how and why you should consider lo...

#108 - Revolver Action Jobs: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly from 2021-11-26T17:18:32

There are many myths and misconceptions about how to smooth up the internals of your revolver. Unfortunately, most of them are wrong.  To help you understand the right way to do a good action jo...

#107 - The Kyle Rittenhouse Trial from 2021-11-16T14:22:31

The country — or at least the mass media —has been transfixed by the Kyle Rittenhouse trial.

**UPDATE** Kyle Rittenhouse found NOT guilty on all charges 11/19/2021. Podcast recorded 11/18...

#106 - Getting Hired in the Gun Industry from 2021-11-12T20:58:43

Have you wanted to work in the gun industry as a sales or marketing person, product representative, technical expert or executive?  If so, you need to know Shaylene Keiner and her firm — Headhun...

#105 - "Are you deaf?!?" - Protect Your Hearing from 2021-11-05T20:49:05

Hearing loss is a common danger of shooting sports but it doesn't have to be.  In this episode we talk to Josh Lantz from Howard Leight Hearing Protection about what you can do to keep from losi...

#104 - Hi-Power Love and the Springfield SA-35 from 2021-10-29T16:18:49

The Browning Hi-Power has long been a favorite among shooters, especially among Special Operations teams.  Now, Springfield has released their take on this venerable classic with the SA-35, crea...

#103 - How to Transition to a Red Dot Optic from 2021-10-22T12:25

Red dot optics are the latest advancement in pistol sighting systems but if you're like us, you still have trouble finding the dot quickly. Firearms instructor Erick Gelhaus teaches students how...

#102- Shoot Like a Champion from 2021-10-15T21:29:18

Whether shooting in your local pick-up league or the final stage of a national match, there are plenty of great tips in this episode from internationally-known competitor Bruce Piatt. 

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#101- How to Kill Your Holster from 2021-10-08T18:03:33

Ever wonder what you can do to help — or harm — your fine leather holster?  In this episode we talk to well-known custom holster maker 'Doc' Barranti about how holsters are made, how to choose a...

#100 - Behind the Scenes: Gunwriting Stories from 2021-10-01T11:35:22

In a special show celebrating our 100th episode, the Gun Cranks get together and spill the dirt on all the behind-the-scenes antics of the gun writing world.  Whether it's a fake gun on the cove...

#99 - Facebook&Firearms: The Real Truth from 2021-09-24T18:42:08

In this episode we talk to Chuck Rossi, a former Facebook engineer  who served as a firearms subject matter expert for the company.  Chuck unveils the three factors shaping Big Tech's handling o...

#98 - Cape Buffalo with a BB Gun? from 2021-09-17T01:07:15

OK — it wouldn't be smart to hunt Cape Buffalo with a BB gun but some folks have done it — successfully — with an air rifle. In today's episode, we talk to Tom McHale about big-bore air...

#98 - Cape Buffalo with a BB Gun? from 2021-09-17T01:07:15

OK — it wouldn't be smart to hunt Cape Buffalo with a BB gun but some folks have done it — successfully — with an air rifle. In today's episode, we talk to Tom McHale about big-bore air...

#97 - The One Gun Everybody Should Own from 2021-09-10T20:03:49

Whether you're talking training, pest control or just sheer fun, a .22 pistol is arguably the one gun everyone should have. In today's episode, host Brent T. Wheat and Roy Huntington talk about ...

#96 Getting Started in Cowboy Action Shooting from 2021-09-03T16:51:28

Cowboy Action Shooting — some of the most fun you can have while wearing spurs, a saloon-girl outfit, or an undertaker's suit!  In this episode we talk with Alan Garbers about Cowboy Action Shoo...

#95 - BANNED: Russian Ammo from 2021-08-27T19:12:54

Last week President Biden signed an Executive Order effectively banning the import of Russian ammunition.  Listen as we talk to Charlie Brown, President of MKS Supply and the importer to Barnaul...

#94 - The 50 Rules from 2021-08-20T01:37:26

Are you familiar with the old saying, "In God we trust. Everyone else gets a criminal background check," and other such hard-earned 'street' wisdom?  In this episode, host Brent T. Wheat discuss...

#93 - How to Win Olympic Gold from 2021-08-13T14:55:19

Our USA Shooting Team did well in the recent Tokyo Olympics, but have you ever wondered how the team comes together? In this episode we talk to Buddy DuVall of USA Shooting (USAS) as he explains...

#92- Behind the Scenes of USA Shooting's Olympic Performance from 2021-08-09T19:39:43

Looking at behind the scenes and recapping the outstanding performance of the USA Shooting at the Olympics, host Brent Wheat talks with Olympic color commentator Shari LeGate about how the USA S...

#91- Fighting Words: What is a 'Custom' 1911? from 2021-07-30T18:47:27

It seems like every 1911 pistol nowadays includes the term 'custom' in the title, but what exactly does it mean?  In this episode, Host Brent T. Wheat talks with Roy Huntington as they cuss and ...

#90 - The Zen of Combat: Soft Skills from 2021-07-23T16:48:45

"Soft Skills" are the things we should be doing prior to combat, to perhaps avoid a fight altogether.  In this episode we talk to Steve Tarani, well-known author, trainer and real-world...

#89 - DIY Gunsmithing: What tools do you need? from 2021-07-16T19:26:50

Many people think you need a full machine shop to work on firearms but Roy Huntington disagrees. Though he owns lathes and milling machines, Roy points out that some of the greatest gunsmiths in...

#88 - The DIY Instructor from 2021-07-09T19:19

While professional firearms training is always preferable, most new shooters start their learning journey under the auspices of a friend or family member.

To help those non-professionals ...

#87 - Olympic Shooting Sports Coverage from 2021-07-02T15:36:52

Our own video producer Shari LeGate also doubles as the color commentator for NBC Sport's coverage of the upcoming Tokyo Olympic games.  In this episode Host Brent T. Wheat talks with Shari abou...

#86 - How to Build Your Own Gun Using an 80% Receiver from 2021-06-25T17:49:24

Have you ever wanted to literally build your own pistol or AR-platform gun at home but you don't have a CNC Machine or years of experience?  Tom McHale, editor of American Handgunner Ma...

#85 - DIY Gunstock Refinishing from 2021-06-18T16:41:46

We've all tried it sometime, or at least thought about it. DIY gunstock refinishing is one of those things that seems really simple but the end result is often lacking.

To help the next t...

#84 - Congress and Ammo Shortages from 2021-06-10T18:05:19

Have you ever wondered if your congressional representatives actually listen to you?  In this episode, we talk to Shooting Industry Magazine Editor Jade Moldae about his recent experien...

#83 - Snubbies&Small Frame Revolvers from 2021-06-06T23:39:36

Are you a fan of the small-frame revolver, aka "Snubby?"  If so, today's episode is for you as we talk to Roy Huntington about his love of — passion for, actually — for small-frame revolvers. Listen

#82 - Best of The Gun Cranks from 2021-05-28T02:14:09

Join the Gun Cranks - Roy Huntington, Tom McHale and Brent T. Wheat - during some of their favorite segments of their wildly popular YouTube Gun Cranks channel.

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#81- Wayne LaPierre: Go Away! from 2021-05-21T17:06:19

Firearms manufacturer Randy Luth has written an open letter to the gun industry which starts, "Wayne LaPierre - Go Away!"

Luth is calling on gun owners and the firearms industry to encour...

#80 - Rifle Competition with Serena Juchnowski from 2021-05-14T18:51:36

Have you ever wondered about the somewhat mysterious world of traditional rifle competitions such as Palma and Service Rifle?  If so, our chat with the newest member of the FMG Editorial Team Se...

#79 | So You've Been Shot — Now What? from 2021-05-07T19:26:14

Most shooters nowadays have some familiarity with the emergency treatment of gunshot wounds (GSW). Going further, Host Brent T. Wheat talks with Emergency Physician Larken Ware about general pri...

#78 | The Gun Cranks Are Back&BB Gun Self-Defense from 2021-04-30T19:00:43

As usual, the end of the month convenes with another meeting of your favorite trio, the Gun Cranks — Podcast Host and GUNS Magazine Editor Brent T. Wheat, American Handgunner E...

#77 | Did Derek Chauvin Get a Fair Trial? from 2021-04-23T17:52:13

The controversial Derek Chauvin case concluded this week in Minnesota, resulting in a guilty verdict for the former police officer in the death of George Floyd. However, among unbiased observers...

#76 | Wayne LaPierre Must Go! from 2021-04-16T19:49:25

The National Rifle Association's bankruptcy hearing in Texas started this week and all the organizational 'dirt' you've heard in the media before now has actually been tendered under oath.

#75 | To Restore or Not Restore? from 2021-04-09T19:49:41

One of the toughest decisions gun collectors face is the decision of whether or not to have a gun professionally restored. To help gun owners make those tough deci...

#74 | Training During an Ammo Shortage from 2021-04-02T19:16:29

Not only has the ammo shortage impacted shooters, but it's also affected firearm instructors and how training institutions, like the renowned Gunsite Academy, operate.

To learn more about...

#73 | Gun Cleaning Rights&Wrongs from 2021-03-26T18:38:02

A familiar task among gun owners, gun cleaning is often an enjoyed or dreaded exercise. But are you doing it right?

Back with the Guncranks, Host Brent T. Wheat, Tom McHale and Roy Huntin...

#72 | Back to the Future: Industry Doom&Gloom from 2021-03-19T19:35:58

Many believe right now is the most turbulent and politically-endangered moment in history for the firearms industry and the Second Amendment in general. But is it as bad as it seems?

To a...

#71 | Inside the World of Military Surplus from 2021-03-12T18:50:28

We know you love military surplus, so we called on one of the industry's leading experts in military collectibles and reproductions, Mark Petricevic of World War Supply, to learn more.

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#70 | Why Install Aftermarket Sights? from 2021-03-05T19:40:46

While red dots are all the rage, nearly all firearms still come standard with iron sights. But for those unsatisfied with the factory offering, aftermarket sights are a simple upgrade to get bet...

#69 | A Substitute for Your AR from 2021-02-26T18:15:36

If President Joe Biden gets his way, there's a good chance the federal government will soon do something to make AR-style rifle — or indeed, any "assault rifle" — ownership difficult, if not out...

#68 | Ain't Scared: Don't Fear Recoil! from 2021-02-19T19:14:38

Newton's third law of motion states, "For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction." In the context of firearms, that reaction is called recoil. Yet, seldom discussed, it's a dirty ...

#67 | DIY Gunstocks from 2021-02-12T18:16:27

Changing the stock on your long gun is enormously rewarding, but can also be a daunting challenge, as what type of stock, what material, how to bed the action and countless other questions must ...

#66 | Long Range Grad School from 2021-02-05T19:40:50

If you want a deep-dive into the esoteric world of long-range shooting, grab a pencil and get ready to take notes as host Brent T. Wheat goes back to school speaking with ballistic experts Bryan...

#65 | DIY Gun Refinishing from 2021-01-29T16:47:08

A follow-up to last week's "DIY Gunsmithing Tips & Tricks" episode (GMP #64), host Brent T. Wheat again talks to Roy Huntington about one of the most common, yet challenging, home gun projects —...

#64 | DIY Gunsmithing Tips&Tricks from 2021-01-22T22:15:20

If you're an inveterate tinkerer and do-it-yourselfer, working on firearms is a natural urge. But don't worry, you're not alone.

Host Brent T. Wheat talks with DIY gunsmith Roy Huntington...

#63 | Firearms Training in the Biden Era from 2021-01-15T23:07:59

With an influx of new gun owners of various political flavors, plus the challenges of COVID-19 and shortages of everything gun-related, firearms training changed dramatically in 2020. 

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#62 | Irrational EDC from 2021-01-08T22:10:03

Self-reliance practitioners typically carry a gun, knife and a light source, but when you start getting into the specifics, the arguments start. From carrying too much to not enough, Host Brent ...

#61 | Men, Women and Firearms from 2021-01-01T07:01:49

With millions of new gun owners, many of them women, added in the past year, we bring back longtime industry insider Suzi Huntington to discuss the often contentious world of men, women and fire...

#60 | The Greatest Hits of 2020 from 2020-12-25T17:00

After a year as long as this one, sometimes you just have to stop and smell the roses, which is what we do in this special Christmas Day episode.

Reminiscing on the past year, Gun Cranks ...

#59 | Everyone Needs A Custom Gun from 2020-12-18T22:01:38

Owner of Tyler Gun Works, Bobby Tyler runs one of the top custom firearm finishing businesses in the industry. From Ruger revolvers and Colt 1911s to Henry lever-actions, Bobby explains the proc...

#58 | "Top Secret" Handgun Tips from 2020-12-11T20:14:40

Shhh, don't tell anyone! With decades of shooting experience, resident Gun Cranks — Host Brent T. Wheat, Tom McHale and Roy Huntington — share their most helpful handgun shooting tips and techni...

#57 | No Free (Gun) Speech from 2020-12-04T20:35:59

The mass media says it isn't happening, but the gun industry has witnessed the all-out assault by big tech companies against online firearms content since the presidential election. American...