Best Lets Roll Texas Podcasts (2024)

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An Audience With… (Featuring Billy Reeves) 1:04:33

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Send us a text This episode was recorded at the end of August 2024! In this week's episode of Clang: The Podcast, hosts Smiley and Pete sit down with the multi-talented Billy Reeves. Known for co-founding The Audience with Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Billy's career has spanned music, radio production, and football commentary—often mixing the worlds of pop…

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Episode 67 - Gun Control, Mental Health, And Finding Common Ground, With Maryam Abolfazli 2:00:50

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In this episode, we chat with Maryam Abolfasli, a Democratic congressional candidate for Tennessee's fifth district. Maryam is a single mother and daughter of Iranian parents who after a spending her earlier years working in Afghanistan rebuilding water infrastructure, decided to run for office. Being a Democrat and for "gun safety for kids", we we…

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Clang Gold (Featuring Steve Norman) 59:54

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Send us a text NEW VERSION UPLOADED... Previous version cut off at 40 mins In this engaging episode of Clang: The Podcast, Steve Norman, the legendary saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist from Spandau Ballet, takes us on a vivid journey through the defining moments of his career. From the raw energy of the punk scene to the glamorous rise of the N…

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Episode 66 - Being A Good Steward, Cowboy Action Shooting, And Voting Against Your Best Interests With Sapper Gentleman - Will Hancock 2:20:37

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In this episode, the lads sit down with Will Hancock, also known as Sapper Gentleman on Youtube. Will is a self-proclaimed liberal gun owner who enjoys Cowboy Action Shooting, getting others into guns, and long walks on the beach. We discuss dealing with online trolls and setting a good example. We also talk about the criticism we face from both th…

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Pick A Clang! (Featuring The Magic Mod) 59:35

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Send us a text In this episode, Smiley and Pete talk to The Magic Mod, aka Ben Taylor, a modern-day magician and friend of the stars. They discuss Ben's connections to famous musicians like Paul Weller, Liam Gallagher, and The Libertines as well as his experiences meeting them. Ben shares stories of performing magic tricks for Liam and teaching Pau…

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Episode 65 - Religious Fitness, Defensive Education And Being A Good Person With John Correia From Active Self Protection 2:05:12

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In this episode, John Correia, founder of Active Self Protection, shares his journey from being a pastor to becoming a leading self-defense educator on YouTube. He reflects on the challenges of balancing family life and content creation, emphasizing that his mission is to promote responsible self-defense education, not glorify violence. John discus…

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The Highlights (With Smiley and Pete) 50:02

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Send us a text In this highlights package of Season One of Clang, hosts Smiley and Pete reflect on their favorite moments and guests from the podcast. They discuss the memorable stories shared by guests like Gaz Top, Ian McNabb, Dylan White, Shelley Blonde, Mark Butcher, James Stevenson, Griff Griffiths, Steve Lillywhite, Baz Warne, Ryan Hamilton, …

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Episode 64 - European Gun Ownership, The Danish Military, And Dudes' Obsession With Norse Runes With Texas Dane 1:39:02

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In this episode, we interview our friend, @Texas_Dane, a former member of the Danish military who now resides in the US. We discuss gun ownership and regulations in Europe, particularly in Denmark, and why even the countries with high rates of gun ownership have significantly lower crime numbers. We discuss his transition to living in the United St…

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Clang the DJ (Featuring Jamie Taylor) 56:17

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Send us a text In this episode of Clang the Podcast, Smiley and Pete are joined by superstar DJ Jamie Taylor. They discuss Jamie's experiences DJing at the Rewind festivals, his approach to reading the crowd and playing the right songs, and his love for music from the Britpop and alternative eras. They also share surreal moments from their own DJin…

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Episode 63 - Goofy Gun Marketing, Patreon Questions, And Keeping Your Sense Of Humor with Matt Larosiere From Fuddbusters 1:18:13

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Join us for the second episode in out 2 episode hangout with Matt from Fuddbusters where he answers questions from our Patrons, we discuss why anyone would ever need a single-shot 6.7 pistol, talk about AI and more! Check out Panther City Tactical for AR parts, accessories, gear and more! Don't forget to use code: ABETTERWAY for 10% off your first …

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Texas Clang Massacre (Featuring Ryan Hamilton) 50:43

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Send us a text In this episode of Clang: the Podcast, host Smiley Barnard interviews singer songwriter, radio presenter and podcaster Ryan Hamilton, who discusses his experiences in the music industry and his transition to podcasting and DJing. He shares stories about his connection with Little Steven and Bruce Springsteen, as well as his radio sho…

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Episode 62 - Good Work, Bad Laws, And Every Finger On The Trigger With Matt Larosiere Of Fuddbusters 1:53:54

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In this episode, Matt Larosiere from Fuddbusters joins us for part one of two as we talk about his experience as a firearms attorney and the importance of having knowledgeable and passionate advocates in the field. We discuss his history at Firearms Policy Coalition, why it's important to vet organizations before giving them money, and how most of …

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Clanging Around (Featuring Baz Warne) 53:45

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Send us a text In this episode of Clang: the Podcast, host Smiley Barnard interviews Baz Warne lead singer with The Stranglers. They discuss Baz's experience joining the band, filling in for the injured drummer, and rehearsing for their tour. They also talk about the band's performance at the Royal Albert Hall and their interactions with other musi…

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Episode 61 - Go Faust Yourself With Jonathan Wild Of Wild Arms Research And Development 1:24:47

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In this episode, the lads sit down with self-taught rocket surgeon, Jonathan Wild. Jonathan is the brains behind Wild Arms Research and Development and has been spending his time LEGALLY building rocket launchers, recoilless launchers, and other things that you didn't know you could build without the ATF shooting your dog. We discuss how Jon got st…

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Sparkle in the… CLANG! (Featuring Steve Lillywhite) 1:04:31

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Send us a text In this episode of Clang the Podcast, hosts Smiley and Pete interview legendary music producer Steve Lillywhite. They discuss Steve's early experiences in the music industry, his approach to producing, and his work with iconic artists such as U2, The Rolling Stones, and Talking Heads. Steve shares insights into his creative process, …

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Episode 60 - Woodland Brutality And More With Karl And Russell 2:18:37

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In this episode, we're joined by Karl and Russell from InRange TV. We discuss our experience at Woodland Brutality this year and the unique aspects that make it so popular. They also talk about the importance of designing stages that are both fun and realistic, incorporating real-world skills into the competition, and we discuss some of the lessons…

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In the Driving Seat (Featuring Griff Griffiths) 50:56

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Send us a text In this episode of Clang: the Podcast, Smiley and Pete are joined by 365 Radio’s Drive Time host and all round entertainer, Griff Giffiths. They discuss various topics, including a bunch of Griff’s off the wall experiences with famous personalities (including getting in a fight with Rick Astley) and his radio show. The conversation i…

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Episode 59 - Online Training, Women's EDC, And Letting The Meat Rest With April Wong 2:03:12

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In this episode, we sit with our friend April Wong, co-founder of the Training Arena, to discuss the creation of a digital platform for firearms and prepping education. The goal of the Training Arena is to provide a welcoming space for individuals to learn and prepare, while also vetting instructors to ensure quality education. April emphasizes the…

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Rock n Roll for Hire (Featuring James Stevenson) 45:19

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Send us a text In this conversation, Smiley talks to legendary guitarist James Stevenson about his experiences playing with various bands and musicians. They talk about their time in the same bands, their friendship, and their shared love for music – as well as Smiley's penchant for Marmalade in Spag Bol! James shares some memorable moments from hi…

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Episode 58: Rock And Roll And Green Berets With Steve From Tractor Boy 3:00:27

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In this episode, we sit down with our new friend Steve from the band Tractor Boy. Steve reached out to us with the generous offer to write us a new theme song for the podcast, and without knowing him or the band, we were honestly a bit skeptical. Fast forward a bit and he's a guest on our show because not only did we say yes, but it turns out he's …

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Beefy's Middle Stump (Featuring Mark Butcher) 47:11

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Send us a text In this episode, former England cricketer and singer-songwriter, Mark Butcher joins Smiley and Pete. They discuss Butch's experiences as a cricketer and his interactions with legendary players like Viv Richards and Ian Botham. They also talk about the crossover between sports and music, and Butch shares his encounters with Mick Jagge…

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Episode 57: Movie Consulting, Teaching Cops, And Disparities In The Gun Community With Cozz Actual 2:17:02

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In this episode we sit down with Cozz Actual (@cozz_actual) to talk about his place in the gun community. This dude was an MP in the Army, has taught cops how to not suck at shooting, worked with Colin Farrell on a movie and more. We've been following Cozz for a quite some time and we think you're going to get a kick out of this one! Check out Pant…

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Blonds Have More Fun (Featuring Shelley Blond) 48:51

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Send us a text In this episode, Smiley and Pete are joined by voiceover artist Shelley Blond. Shelley talks about her career and her role as the original voice of Lara Croft in the Tomb Raider games, as well as her recent experience presenting an award at BAFTA. She also shares stories about her encounters with famous celebrities, including Fred As…

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Episode 56: Firearms Law, Self Defense, And More With Our Upstairs Neighbor, Ian Runkle 2:08:46

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In this episode, Jordan is outed as having no idea who Ian was when they first met in Vegas. Luckily for Jordan, Ian is a really nice dude and thanks to his above average reasoning skills, did not get mad at Jordan for that. We discuss Canadian firearms laws and how they suck, as well as specific self defense cases and Ol' Boy George. That's George…

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Breaking Oasis (Featuring Dylan White) 49:03

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Send us a text Dylan White, an internationally acclaimed music plugger, talks to Smiley and Pete about his experiences in the music industry, including his role as the man who broke Oasis onto the radio! He discusses the pressure and challenges of getting records on the radio in the 90s as well as the intense competition between Oasis and Blur. Dyl…

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Episode 55 : Bridging The Divide In The Gun Debate With David Yamane 1:07:28

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In this truly insightful episode with Professor David Yamane of Wake Forest University, we dive into the concept of Gun Culture 2.0 and the transformation of America's gun culture. The conversation explores the shift from hunting and collecting firearms to self-defense, gun ownership as a hobby, and the tactical world of gun ownership. David emphas…

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Clang is a Wonderful Colour (Featuring Ian McNabb) 46:56

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Send us a text In this episode of Clang: The Podcast, Smiley and Pete talk to Ian McNabb, the lead singer of the Icicle Works. They discuss their experiences touring with other musicians, meeting famous artists, and the excitement of being in the music industry. Ian shares some hilarious stories of meeting legends like Ringo Starr, Sir Paul McCartn…

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Episode 54 - The Myth Of Voting Against Your Best Interests With President Of The California Liberal Gun Club - Mark Oknyansky 1:46:17

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Mark Okunyansky, President of the California chapter of the Liberal Gun Club, joins The A Better Way 2A Podcast. Our conversation covers Mark's background in shooting, the role of the Liberal Gun Club, and how they contribute to the gun community. We discuss the hierarchy of values, the dilemma of voting for anti-gun candidates and the concept of c…

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Reach for the stars! (Featuring Gaz Top) 51:42

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Send us a text In this episode, former 1980s Saturday Morning TV star Gareth Jones (AKA Gaz Topp) tells Smiley and Pete about some of his best clangs. His top one is truly out of this world… tune in to find out more Follow us on Instagram at ClangPodcast and share your own personal clangs! Check us out on YouTube Follow us on TikTok Sponsored by DR…

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Episode 53 - Armed Community Patrols, Activism, And Knowing When Not To Turn The Other Cheek - With Cornell Lewis 1:48:07

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In this episode, we dive into Cornell Lewis's journey as a community activist in Hartford, Connecticut. Lewis has most recently begun conducting armed patrols in Hartford as a response to the city's rising crime. He shares his struggles with mainstream Democratic reactions and the challenge of advocating for gun ownership for self-defense among ske…

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Gordon's Alive 46:05

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Send us a text In the first episode of the first series of Clang: The Podcast Smiley introduces his cost-host Pete Roythorne and tries to explain why doing a Clang podcast seemed like a good idea at the time! You can send your clangs or challenges to: clangpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at ClangPodcast and share your own personal clangs! …

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Episode 52 - Cryptids, Conspiracies, And Shooting With No Hands, With Hunter Cayll 1:16:19

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In this episode, we are joined by Hunter Cayll, also known as @nohandedshooter on IG. Hunter gives us the play by play on how he transitioned to a competitive gamer to the world of shooting like an absolute boss. We also touch on the lack of accessibility in the firearms industry and the need for representation in the gun community. We talk about s…

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Episode 51 - Motorcycles And Volunteer Warfighting With Warren Stoddard 1:28:49

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In this episode, we sit down with Warren Stoddard to discuss everything from how he got into building and riding custom motorcycles, to what made him volunteer to fight in Syria and Ukraine. He tells us about going through the airport with a bullet inside of you, fighting for freedom in two countries, about inheriting his motorcycle from his dad, a…

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Episode 50 - Anti-Militia Bills, Girl Dads, And Diving Into Hell With Jordan and Andrew 1:09:59

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In this episode with just the two of us, we discuss a myriad of topics like the newly proposed anti-militia bill, dealing with toxicity, and how to handle a divisive and sometimes hostile gun community. We talk about Aaron Bushnell, the history of self-immolation, and the attempts to discredit someone by tarnishing their reputation. We get into Hel…

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Episode 49 - Challenging Stereotypes, Improving The Community, And Being Inclusive Around Prejudices With Eddie Jeffries Of Unity Gun Club 1:38:11

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In this episode, Eddie "E.J." Jeffreys from Unity Gun Club and the hosts discuss the motivations behind starting the club, the importance of creating a welcoming space for all enthusiasts, and tackling challenges like prejudice and discrimination. The conversation underlines the role of organizations like Unity Gun Club in fostering community, offe…

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Episode 48 - Stopping The Bleed, Getting Quality Training, And No Pants Room Clearing With Dan From Grizzly Medical 2:03:05

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In this episode, we sit down with Dan from Grizzly Medical to learn the "how" and the "why" of what he does. We discuss the need for basic medical training in the general public, as well as the minimum amount of medical equipment everyone should be carrying. Our conversation touches on the importance of medical vs tactical training and the use of t…

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Episode 47 - Red Dots, Jiu Jitsu, And Training For When It Counts With Scott From Modern Samurai Project 1:38:39

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In this episode we get to sit down with Scott Jedlinski from Modern Samurai Project to talk about the benefits of using a red dot on your pistol, We discuss learning from YouTube versus learning in person and how both have their benefits if you can filter out the bad info. Scott explains the Dunning-Kruger effect in regards to instructors and conte…

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Episode 46 - Skills And Gear, Having The Right Mindset, And Neighborhood Prepping With Tyler Of Dark Winter Concepts 1:59:22

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In this episode, Tyler from @darkwinterconcepts joins us to delve into the nuances of preparedness and the value of planning from a community standpoint. We discuss a measured approach to prepping, underscoring the importance of starting with small steps to avoid burnout and excess stress, as well as acquiring fundamental skills. The conversation a…

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Episode 45 : Chest Rigs, Lessons Learned, And Finding Time To Train After Having Kids, With Jordan And Andrew 1:11:21

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In this captivating episode, our hosts Jordan and Andrew delve into a candid conversation about Jordan's recent two-gun competition adventure. Despite Jordan's self-deprecating humor about his performance, they both agree that the real victory lay in the friendships forged along the way. They further explore their plans for future competitions, lik…

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Episode 44 - Gonzo Journalism, Right-Wing Violence, And The Risks Of Reporting, With Alissa Azar 1:10:26

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Alissa Azar is an independent journalist in the Pacific Northwest who is not only well-known by those who share her sentiments, but also by those who disagree. We are super pumped to share this conversation with y'all about her experience as a gonzo journalist, covering right-wing violence and police brutality, as well as what she's had to deal wit…

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Episode 43 - Breaking Stereotypes, Hunting Hogs, And Dealing With The Haters With Chris From HoodNeck 1:38:35

12M ago1:38:35

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HoodNeck was one of the first pages we found in this space so we were super pumped to get Chris on the show. We talked about everything from helping kids in the inner city, his big break at SHOT Show, dealing with Karen's, and more. Chris is cool as hell and his organization is breaking the stereotypes so many people still unfortunately have about …

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Episode 42 - Women In Airsoft, Double Standards, And Bathrooms In The Woods, With The Tactical Unicorn 1:21:52

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Join us and we sit down with the one and only Leah Del Castillo aka The Tactical Unicorn to discuss her presence in the airsoft world, and what it's like as a woman in a historically male-dominated sport. We question how to transition to a culture where women are valued for their merits over their bodies, while also supporting those who wish to exp…

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Episode 41 - Honor, Responsibility, And Arming Those Who Benefit The Most, With Margaret Killjoy 1:17:50

1y ago1:17:50

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Join us this Friday as we sit down with host of Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff and Live Like The World Is Dying, and founder of the black metal band, Feminazgûl, Margaret Killjoy. We discuss the responsibility we have as gun owners not only to ourselves, but our fellow gun owners, building a culture that doesn't rely on laws to prevent gun violence…

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Episode 40 - Shady Hotels, Drone Scares, And Providing Aid To The Ukrainian Front, With Our Friend Eddy 55:21

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In this episode, Jordan drives to Rhode Island to hang out with Eddy, a friend of A Better Way 2A, and the reason behind all of that rad Bakhmut swag we fundraised with a while back. We initially met Eddy (as an internet person) while he was en route to Ukraine to volunteer, and have always wanted to share his story with you all. We discuss how and…

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Episode 39 - Spanking, Our First Public Event, And Kids Seeing Your Gun For The First Time with Andrew and Jordan 2:29:16

1y ago2:29:16

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Join Jordan and Andrew as they discuss A Better Way 2A's first public event, and the importance of touching grass to get an accurate view of the world around you. We talk about road rage and de-escalation, choosing to use privilege to your advantage, and how spanking is for adults, not kids. Andrew also tells us about his experience the first time …

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Episode 38 - Emotional Reporting, Skewed Gun Stats, And Keeping The Media Reliable With Founder Of The Reload: Stephen Gutowski 1:28:27

1y ago1:28:27

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Join us as we sit down with writer, CNN contributer, and founder of The Reload: Stephen Gutowski. We chat about his experience writing in the 2A space, and discuss the "what" and the "why" behind mainstream media getting so much wrong when it comes to guns. We talk about the benefit of unbiased reporting, being honest even when it hurts, the future…

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Episode 37 - Getting Up To Speed, Temporary Wound Cavities, and Hating Us Cuz They Ain't Us, with Queer Armorer 1:02:34

1y ago1:02:34

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Join us this week as we sit down with Queer Armorer to talk about being a resource for people looking for gun content without the "baggage". We talk about the aftermath of the Covenant School shooting when Tucker Carlson used an interview clip of them to gaslight Trans folks, and why people like him feel so threatened by "different" people arming t…

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Episode 36 - Jiu Jitsu, Living A Full Life, and Safety As An Independent Woman, with Annette Evans from On Her Own Life 58:48

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Join us as we sit down with Annette Evans from @onherownlife to talk about gun ownership as a single woman and how women don't need kids as justification for it. We discuss other forms of protection, like Jiu-Jitsu and what a minimum level of skill can do for someone. Annette reminds us that you should continue to learn but not to let paranoia run …

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Episode 35 - The Gun Owner Boom, Teaching Out Of Necessity, And Hate From Within with LA Progressive Shooters' Tom Nguyen 1:20:54

1+ y ago1:20:54

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In this episode, we sit down with Tom Nguyen from L.A. Progressive Shooters to chat about how he started out and turned it into what it is today. He tells us what it was like getting into the instructor scene in 2020 with the massive influx of new gun owners, and why it was so important for him to do so. We also get into what it's like being pro-gu…

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Episode 34 - Flying With Guns, The Safety Of Safes, and Bootleg Body Armor, with Deviant Ollam 1:51:14

1+ y ago1:51:14

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In this episode, Andrew and Jordan chat with security professional and overall great guy, Deviant Ollam to discuss gun safes, breaking into buildings, how to fly with guns, and more. If you like what we're doing, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Show Links: Deviant Ollam's YouTube Deviant Ollam's Instagram…

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