Best TRex A Podcasts (2025)

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A New Tactic for Local Political Activity With David Tucker 59:21

4h ago59:21

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Six years ago, T.REX ARMS managed to get a state ammunition tax repealed. Ever since, we've had a lobbyist working on 2A legislation every year. However, a small group of Tennesseans have taken the lessons learned from that first ammo tax fight and spun up a separate lobbying effort that had a surprising level of success. This is their story. https…

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TLS11E03 T. rex slugfest! 54:57

2h ago54:57

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This time out we are joined by palaeontologist Andre Rowe to talk about his research into the skulls of giant carnivorous dinosaurs and what this means for their biology. This turns into a debate with Dave about how evidence can be interpreted in different ways and trying to piece together the often limited data we have to work out what these anima…

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Military SIGINT, Mass Surveillance, and Field Watches - with Paul Brown 1:19:15

1d ago1:19:15

1:19:15

Paul Brown of the Wasson Watch company used to be a signals intelligence specialist with the NSA. He joins us to talk about large scale SIGINT, OPSEC, COMSEC, and the future of an AI-powered trustless internet. He also makes automatic field watches which you can preorder from Wassonwatch.com

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121: Mastering Dry Fire & Defining Success with Grandmaster Shooter and Coach Joey Sauerland 1:07:58

7h ago1:07:58

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In Episode 121 of She Shield, I sit down with competitive shooter and coach Joey Sauerland to talk about the power of dry fire and the tools that can take your training to the next level. Joey shares how using a shot timer, metronome, and structured drills can help shooters of all levels refine their skills and measure real progress. We also dive i…

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Conversation with Jan Sbarbaro, Lyric 16:52

3h ago16:52

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On this episode of Women @ RopesTalk hosted by IP transactions and licensing partner Megan Baca, IP transactions partner Emily Karlberg returns for another engaging conversation, this time with Jan Sbarbaro, the chief legal & compliance officer and corporate secretary of Lyric, a platform-based healthcare technology company, committed to simplifyin…

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120: Push Your Limits: Competition Shooting and Firearms Mastery with Tre’Von Barber of Barber Training Solutions 1:06:14

1h ago1:06:14

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In Episode 120 Sofia interviews Tre’Von Barber is the owner and head firearms instructor at Barber Training Solutions, LLC, based in Fort Mill, SC. As an NRA-licensed, SLED-approved instructor and a USPSA Master Class competitor, Tre’Von brings a wealth of experience in both firearms training and competitive shooting. At Barber Training Solutions, …

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The Next Step of Weapon Manufacture with Mr. Snow Makes 1:26:29

15d ago1:26:29

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Crafting your own weapons is a great American tradition. The learning curve has always been steep, but with modern software and hardware, it has gotten a lot easier. All kinds of new designs and manufacturing technologies are still waiting to be unlocked, even for the humble firearm. In today's conversation, Mr. Snow Makes walks us through some of …

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How Gun Owners of America are Defending Your Rights - with Ben Sanderson 1:05:55

8d ago1:05:55

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With a new President, new Attorney General, new Acting Director of the ATF... what happens next? What is GOA doing to take advantage of opportunities to defend our liberties and reclaim some lost rights? And what are the things that you can be doing to help?

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TLS11E02 Dinos and Dragons 1:06:31

27d ago1:06:31

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This month’s episode is a sort of follow-up to that from the start of the year, looking at some of the more problematic areas of dinosaurs and palaeontology when it comes to online discussions. There is an online fandom of dinosaurs that treats them like monsters or superheroes, and can fixate on what is and isn’t the biggest / strongest / fastest …

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How to Escape a Gun-Free Culture with Henry Chan 1:41:56

15d ago1:41:56

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A little-known part of Henry Chan's backstory is that he grew up in colonial Hong Kong, an area almost devoid of privately-owned firearms. How did he go from anti-gun to owning five times more guns that the average Texan? And what is the effect of growing up in a culture where gun ownership is literally unthinkable?…

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119: From Survivor to Advocate: Marisa Laren’s Mission with War Party Ranch 1:33:41

15d ago1:33:41

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In Episode 119, Sofia interviews Marisa Laren, a multi-talented entrepreneur, artist, athlete, and advocate with a passion for living life to the fullest. A professional tattoo artist since 2012, she gained national recognition as a contestant on Ink Master Season 6 in 2015. In 2020, she launched her own private studio, Common Place, where she cont…

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Conversation with Katy Motiey, Extreme Networks 27:40

1M ago27:40

27:40

On this episode of Women @ RopesTalk hosted by health care and data partner Christine Moundas, IP transactions and licensing partner Megan Baca is joined by Katy Motiey, the chief legal, administrative and sustainability officer at Extreme Networks. Katy shares her inspiring journey from her early life experiences during the Iranian Revolution to h…

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Augmented Reality for Combat Training - With Overmatch 41:18

1M ago41:18

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In the midst of all the latest news with Anduril and IVAS, let's check in on other Augmented Reality companies. Today we talk to Gage Galinger of Overmatch, a software/hardware team that has built an amazing training tool that allows for complicated team combat drills in any structure. Overmatch.com

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118: Real Talk with Lucas Botkin: The Story Behind T.REX ARMS 1:32:34

23d ago1:32:34

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In Episode 118, Sofia interviews Lucas Botkin! Lucas Botkin is an entrepreneur, innovator, and educator in the firearms industry. In 2013, with just $1,000 and an iPod Touch, he launched T.REX ARMS from a small garage, turning a passion for protection and a vision for innovation into a multi-million dollar manufacturing and retail company. What beg…

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How the New York Times Covers GunTube - With Thomas Gibbons-Neff 1:10:03

1M ago1:10:03

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Last week, the New York Times published a fascinating article "How YouTube is Changing American Gun Culture." Even more fascinatingly, it ended up on the front page. Today, Isaac talks to the reporter who researched and wrote the story. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/05/us/gun-youtube-firearm-videos.html…

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15 Days of Trump - Speed, Surprise, and Violence of Action 34:34

2M ago34:34

34:34

In the first two weeks, the new administration has taken a perfectly normal course of action, such as new appointments, new executive orders, and executed it very quickly. However, they have combined this expected action with an unprecedented level of cost-cutting. Billions of dollars of grants, contracts, programs, and other spending have already …

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117: The Realities of Concealed Carry in a Bag: Julie Willis Talks Function, Training, and Zendira Part II 59:02

2M ago59:02

59:02

In Episode 117, (Part 2 of Ep. 116) Sofia interviews Julie Willis, CEO and founder of Zendira, a company dedicated to designing stylish, functional bags specifically for carrying firearms. Julie takes us on her journey of creating Zendira, sharing how her personal experiences as a shooter and her deep understanding of women's unique needs in self-d…

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TLS11E01 Say My Name 52:38

1M ago52:38

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Series 11, eh? We don’t think we, or anyone else reading this, expected that. Nor did we expect issues with Dave’s microphone (apologies)… Still, here we are and with more dinosaur goodness coming. We say ‘coming’ because this episode is far less about dinosaurs and pterosaurs than usual, but more about the mechanisms of science. In this case it’s …

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History of the ATF 4: Learning all the Wrong Lessons 1:01:23

1M ago1:01:23

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Our long-running series of long explorations into past ATF activities finally makes it to current day! And what may surprise you are the ways that bad laws, bad assumptions, and deep ignorance continue to cause tension and resentment... in and out of the Bureau. We also finally address the question of what happens to good ATF agents trying to do th…

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116: The Realities of Concealed Carry in a Bag: Julie Willis Talks Function, Training, and Zendira Part I 53:32

2M ago53:32

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In Episode 116, Sofia interviews Julie Willis, CEO and founder of Zendira, a company dedicated to designing stylish, functional bags specifically for carrying firearms. Julie takes us on her journey of creating Zendira, sharing how her personal experiences as a shooter and her deep understanding of women's unique needs in self-defense led her to bu…

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History of the ATF 3: Doubling Down on Disaster 34:48

2M ago34:48

34:48

After the horror of Ruby Ridge and the brutality of Waco, you might expect the newly elected Clinton Administration to blame their predecessors and walk back some of the abuses of the ATF. Instead, they launched an comprehensive coverup campaign, commended the Waco commanders, and rammed through a new Assault Weapons Ban. How did they get away with…

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History of the ATF 2: Ruby Ridge and Waco 44:03

2M ago44:03

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Our last video made the case that the ATF, while built to crack down on criminals, was actually set on a collision course with regular Americans. In this video, we document 50 years of its trajectory from Prohibition to the deadly sieges at Ruby Ridge and Waco. Sources: https://historyheist.com/glossary/bureau-of-alcohol-tobacco-firearms-and-explos…

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Building Drone Platforms for Citizens - with Canine Defense 1:03:06

2M ago1:03:06

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Drones are hot right now, and David Han Jr. joins us to describe his business startup, which designs and builds robust drone platforms for the American citizenry. Our conversation covers not just UAV technology and uses, but also the manufacturing and design mindsets needed to develop for a more resilient Citizen Defense Industry. https://www.k9def…

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115: Aimee Langdon: Breaking Into the Gun Industry, Partner Training, and Family Gun Safety 1:24:41

2M ago1:24:41

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In Episode 115 of the She Shield Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Aimee Langdon, the President of Langdon Tactical Technology (LTT). Aimee is a seasoned global business professional with over 18 years of experience in business development, sales, and marketing. She has successfully led global sales and operations teams, demonstrating a steadfast…

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History of the ATF - Part 1: How Prohibition Built the Bureau 29:37

2M ago29:37

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This is a video on the T-Rex lab channel, but due to the number of requests, we're also posting it here for easier listening. The actions of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives don't get as much attention as they should, but most people are generally aware of their recent history. However, to get a better understanding of how t…

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114: Modern Efficiency: Red Dot Mastery and Tactical Training with Modern Samurai Project 1:01:27

2M ago1:01:27

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In this must-listen episode of She Shield, we welcome Scott Jedlinski of Modern Samurai Project, a leading voice in firearms training and tactical expertise. Known for his specialization in red dot-equipped pistols, Scott breaks down the advantages of this technology for both tactical professionals and civilian self-defense practitioners, sharing p…

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TLS10E12 End of Year Megasode! 53:02

3M ago53:02

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Thanks to Kyle, Tom, Ashley, Aurous, Wayne, Paleo Pete, Tyler, Will, Israel, Charles, James and Edward Support us on patreon.com/terriblelizards and be rewarded with extra content! We are planning on going live on isztube at 16:00 GMT on Friday 26th December. (Time may change)By Dr David Hone and Iszi Lawrence

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The True Meaning of Christmas 34:08

3M ago34:08

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Isaac sits down with our COO Bryan to talk about Christmas, and Bryan brings an interesting topic to the table. Merry Christmas from all of us at T.REX to you and your families!

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113: Law Enforcement Lessons: Two Point Control and Tactical Training with Sam Ferguson of Galo Combatives 1:08:08

3M ago1:08:08

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In Episode 113, Sofia interviews Sam Ferguson! Sam Ferguson of Galo Combatives is a seasoned police officer with nearly a decade of service in Lexington, KY, and a skilled combat sports athlete specializing in grappling and striking. With extensive training in MMA, boxing, and Thai boxing, he brings a wealth of expertise to both sport and tactical …

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112: Last-Minute Holiday Gift Guide for the Safety Enthusiast and Gun Owner 19:14

3M ago19:14

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In Episode 112, Sofia hosts the She Shield holiday special! In this episode, host Sofia shares her recommendations for personal safety and self-defense gift ideas to suit any budget. From concealed carry essentials to versatile training tools, this list has something for everyone. Whether you're shopping for a loved one or adding to your own wishli…

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How to Build a Future-Proof Manufacturing Industry 1:09:56

3M ago1:09:56

1:09:56

We've been talking a lot about American manufacturing tools and technologies over on the T.REX LABS channel, but there's a lot more to it than just the hardware. How do you get a new generation of folks involved in making stuff? How do you inspire them to pursue this as a discipline and a career. Today we've got an international guest giving us his…

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Hostile Ideologies in Movies and Video Games 52:52

3M ago52:52

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Creativity in film, television, and other fictional media seems to be at a pretty low ebb in the 21st century. Isaac and Ryan talk about their experiences in the film industry, and why some of the trends are not mere laziness but hostile ideologies at work. In some ways this is more dramatically visible and consequential in the video game space.…

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111: Concealment Principles and Holster Manufacturing for On and Off-Body Carry with Andrew Henry of Henry Holsters 1:10:46

3M ago1:10:46

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In Episode 111, Sofia interviews Andrew Henry of Henry Holsters! Andrew Henry is the owner of Henry Holsters, a cutting-edge holster company in Spencer, Indiana. Originally a trained luthier with college degrees in Viola Performance and Violinmaking, Andrew has brought his handcrafting skills to the world of kydex. Since 2008, Andrew has been metic…

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TLS10E11 Skiphosoura - the pterosaur of the gaps 56:21

4M ago56:21

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Skiphosoura – the pterosaur of the gaps So last week Dave had a new paper out and this time it’s a new pterosaur, named Skiphosoura bavarica (the sword tail of Bavaria) and it is both really interesting and really important for pterosaur research. It tells us a lot about the key transition of pterosaurs from the early forms through to the derived p…

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Happy Thanksgiving from T.REX ARMS! 11:47

4M ago11:47

11:47

As the year is wrapping up, we have a lot to be grateful for. Whatever your circumstances, whenever your situation, you have things to be grateful for, even if that gratitude is hard work. Here's a short podcast episode about only a few of the things we are thankful for this year.

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Tribal Culture and the Death of the Manosphere with Will Spencer 1:50:41

4M ago1:50:41

1:50:41

New Zealand has been in the news last week, as protests against equal rights produced many viral video clips. To discuss this, we called on Will Spencer, who has traveled the world, spending four years on the road and some of the world's most remote cultures and communities, in search of religious truth. Today, we talk talk not only about Maori cul…

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110: Competition, Personal Protection, and Adaptive Defense with Michaela Rososky 1:37:49

4M ago1:37:49

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In Episode 110, Sofia interviews Michaela Rososky! Michaela grew up in Massachusetts, and her medical journey has been anything but straightforward-- but despite these challenges, Michaela’s story is one of triumph over adversity. In 2022, Michaela discovered a passion for firearms training—a pursuit that not only gave her a means of self-protectio…

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Conversation with Veronica Lei, Eli Lilly 20:49

4M ago20:49

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On this episode of Women @ RopesTalk hosted by health care and data partner Christine Moundas, litigation & enforcement partner Sarah Walters is joined by Veronica Lei, the associate vice president and assistant general counsel for Eli Lilly's Diabetes Alliance. Veronica shares her diverse career journey from being a federal prosecutor to her curre…

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Weapons, Tech and Politics with Open Source Defense 1:04:14

4M ago1:04:14

1:04:14

Our favorite tech-centered gun rights organization (and newsletter, thinktank, VC group, etc) has just started a podcast to interview folks who are at the crossover of weapons, technology, and business. Kareem joins us to talk about it, and how the group wants to get deeper into the future of self-defense. https://opensourcedefense.com/…

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109: Disarming and Defense Tactics with Kato Murakami of Rectitude Training 1:34:45

4M ago1:34:45

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In Episode 109, Sofia interviews Kerry "Kato" Murakami! In this episode, Sofia interviews Kato Murakami, a retired law enforcement officer with 28 years of patrol experience in Illinois. As the founder of Rectitude Training, LLC, Kato is dedicated to equipping both officers and civilians with practical, effective defensive tactics. At the Combative…

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What Happens After the 2024 Election Sweep 31:38

4M ago31:38

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The 2024 election night upset was a red wave for the presidency, State governors, the Senate, and possibly the House. It wasn't an overwhelming landslide but it was a comprehensive failure of Democratic politicians and the mainstream media as a whole. Let's walk through some of the most interesting points and what they mean.…

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108: Training for Real-World Encounters: BJJ, Tactical Catch Wrestling, and Vehicle Extractions with Cliff Byerly 1:40:21

4M ago1:40:21

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In Episode 108, Sofia interviews Cliff Byerly! We’re thrilled to have Cliff Byerly, owner of Hill Country Combatives, on the She Shield Podcast. Cliff is a former Marine with over 20 years of military service, including 12 years on active duty as a reconnaissance team leader with deployments to Somalia and Iraq. After his military service, Cliff jo…

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TLS10E10 Uncovering Dinosaur Behaviour 46:54

4M ago46:54

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Dave has a new book out next week and it’s the culmination of several years work. Longtime listeners will know the major themes already from the episode title – a lot of stuff in the literature on dinosaur behaviour is badly framed, overstated, contradictory or contains major over extrapolations. Happily, you can listen to all of this again as Dave…

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Why To Get Involved in Local Politics with Jody Barrett 1:08:03

5M ago1:08:03

1:08:03

We are days away from one of the most heated presidential elections in American history. However, there's a lot more on the ballot than just the president. Jody Barrett, our local Tennessee Representative joins us in the studio to talk about why he got in politics (against his will), and why we need to send the right people to represent us, not jus…

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Building Libraries and Digital Tools that Inspire Others with Gridbase 1:01:38

5M ago1:01:38

1:01:38

Today's guest is Jake from Gridbase, a company that builds digital library tools, creates educational content for radios, and tries to inspire people to have a greater understanding of their tools and grow in their capabilities.

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107: Combatives Summit Recap & Tactical Games Journey with Lisa Hamilton Part II 31:33

5M ago31:33

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In Episode 107, Sofia interviews Lisa Hamilton. Don't miss this two-part episode of the She Shield Podcast, where Sofia and Lisa take you on a double adventure! First, they share their unique experiences at the 2024 Combatives Association Summit—a three-day event filled with world-class self-defense training. With Sofia’s 13 years of combatives exp…

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106: Combatives Summit Recap & Tactical Games Journey with Lisa Hamilton Part I 55:00

5M ago55:00

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In Episode 106, Sofia interviews Lisa Hamilton. Don't miss this two-part episode of the She Shield Podcast, where Sofia and Lisa take you on a double adventure! First, they share their unique experiences at the 2024 Combatives Association Summit—a three-day event filled with world-class self-defense training. With Sofia’s 13 years of combatives exp…

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Preparing for Disasters with S2 Underground 1:20:47

5M ago1:20:47

1:20:47

As we've watched the disaster recovery and response to recent hurricanes, and the mad scramble to get the right stuff in the right places after the chaos arrived, most of us have had disaster preparedness on our minds. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, and who better to talk about some of the planning requirements of preparation than…

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High-Altitude Spy Missions and Low-Level Community Building 1:03:18

6M ago1:03:18

1:03:18

Our friend Ray Simmons comes on the podcast to talk about his past work flying the U2 spy plane for military intelligence purposes, and his present work building church and community infrastructure in small-town Iowa.

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Cultural Shifts and Moral Injuries - with Forrest Cooper 1:18:47

6M ago1:18:47

1:18:47

Forrest Cooper of the [redacted] podcast joins us to talk about his observations of the gun community in general and veteran cultural specifically, and their recent trend toward Christian foundations. As he has journeyed from Ranger Battalion to contractor to gun industry writer to academia, he has seen all those different groups undergo significan…

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