Bear Arms Podcast
82 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 224 ratingsThe Bear Arms Podcast is about anything and everything related to the firearms industry. The goal of the show is to bring an interesting, engaging, fun, and lighthearted podcast to all types of gun lovers out there regardless of skill level, ownership, or preferences. We are all supporters of the second amendment and it's time we acted like it.
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Episodes
EP 33 - NFA E-Form System Back Online
October 12, 2018 11:00 - 53 minutes - 60.7 MBThe Whataburger and In and Out debate rages on this week! We also take time to talk about guns including affordable hunting rifles and why buying a cheap pistol may not be the best idea.
EP 32 - Do I Need To Carry My Tax Stamp?
October 05, 2018 11:00 - 48 minutes - 66.4 MBAfter taking a week off we're back with a jam-packed episode full of listener questions, a new Space Force gun being built in a man's garage, and a Florida Man story involving a tractor. It's good to be back in the office!
EP 31 - Cool Kids Know First Aid
September 21, 2018 11:00 - 56 minutes - 77 MBJace had a mishap at the range over the weekend. So in today's episode, Tom and Jace discuss the importance of first aid when it comes to shooting guns. They also answer several listener questions regarding scopes, AR builds, and suppressor mounting options.
EP 30 - NFA Wait Times May Decrease
September 14, 2018 11:00 - 50 minutes - 69.3 MBThere's some buzz going around that the ATF may be trying to reduce NFA wait times down to 90 days for a tax stamp. Also, those pesky Russians are at it again with their new anti drone gun, so keep an eye on your friendly UAVs!
EP 29 - Pants On Fire
September 07, 2018 11:00 - 50 minutes - 69.1 MBThe denim overlords over at Levi Strauss have committed to donating 1 million dollars to anti gun groups. Tom tries to convince Jace that cleaning your guns actually matters, and they also discuss one of the most interesting pistols ever made, the Guycot Chain Pistol.
EP 28 - Say Hello To Sportswoman Courtney
August 31, 2018 11:00 - 49 minutes - 67.4 MBWe finally managed to get some studio time with Courtney Sweetser Smith, known on social media as @sportswomancourtney. She's genuinely well-versed in firearms and hunting without taking the cheap "sex sells" shots we often see in the industry. Follow her journey from Tom Boy to Sorority Girl to Sportswoman — and how she believes hunting plays an important role even in a vegan diet.
EP 27 - Hybrid, Chimera, Omega, Oh My.
August 24, 2018 11:00 - 45 minutes - 62.6 MBTom and Jace do their best to help a listener decide which suppressor is right for them. They also discuss the topic of bullpup AK's showing up in Syria, as well as a brand new budget optic from Vortex sporting first focal plane as one of its main features.
EP 26 - 16 In The "Clip"
August 17, 2018 11:00 - 54 minutes - 75 MBIn the song "Regulate", Warren G famously sings the words "Sixteen in the clip, and one in the hole". Have you ever thought about what gun he's talking about? We do our best to solve the riddle. We also talk about budget precision rifle builds, how to shoot with both eyes open, and of course some news out of the great state of Florida in this week's episode of the Bear Arms Podcast.
EP 25 - Don't Be Afraid of Muzzle Devices
August 10, 2018 11:00 - 59 minutes - 81.4 MBConcerned that adding a suppressor or muzzle brake to your precision rifle is going to bork everything up? Fear not listeners, because the least accurate part of your precision rifle setup is you. We also bring you two Florida man stories this week, so hang onto your 'gators tightly!
EP 24 - 3D Hysteria
August 03, 2018 11:00 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MBThe world has officially come to an end. At least that's what some would have you believe due to a recent ruling regarding 3D printed guns. Find out what Tom and Jace think regarding this topic and more on this week's episode of the Bear Arms Podcast.
EP 23 - Guns Vs. Dinosaurs
July 27, 2018 11:00 - 1 hour - 71.1 MBWhat gun would you take with you if you had to trek across Jurassic Park for two days? Hear the guys argue about the best load-out for such a scenario. They also discuss their gun picks in a world where you can only own three firearms total! This and more in Episode 23 of The Bears Arms Podcast.
EP 22 - Gun Laws In Canada Eh?
July 20, 2018 11:00 - 43 minutes - 60.4 MBHave you ever wondered what the gun laws in Canada are like? Neither had we! That is until we received a listener email asking us to explore the topic. This week we check out what it's like to be a gun owner in Canada and the differences you'd find compared to the U.S.
EP 21 - I Spy
July 13, 2018 11:00 - 54 minutes - 62.7 MBThis week's episode is all about the world of espionage. Tom and Jace discuss a handful of weaponry used by members of the OSS, CIA, and KGB. These include favorites such as the integrally suppressed High Standard .22LR, a lipstick gun, exploding rats, and plenty more.
EP 20 - Happy Birthday America!
July 06, 2018 11:00 - 43 minutes - 59.7 MBIt's that time of year again. The week that we celebrate the birth of this great nation. In Episode 20 we discuss Andrew Jackson's strange duel against Charles Dickenson, some Fourth of July fun facts and hear from Miami officials as they plead with their community to not shoot guns into the sky... "because the bullets come back down". Finally, join us this week for our very first Canada Man?
EP 19 - SPACEFORCE JACEFORCE
June 29, 2018 11:00 - 57 minutes - 79.3 MBSpaceforce, schmaceforce, Jaceforce, Chris’ Spacegirls, and Tom-force. Join us as we assign hypothetical roles to all the positions in our imaginary Spaceforce. We each assign theoretical captain roles (Elon Musk for the win). We also discuss mandatory Spaceforce outfits, as well as guns (of course), and whether or not Star Trek’s beam technology is reliable (it’s not).
EP 18 - Listener Questions + SPACEFORCE!
June 22, 2018 11:00 - 1 hour - 78.6 MBIt’s not us, it’s you. This week it’s all about you, the listeners. We tackle some listener questions regarding ballistic coefficient, reloading ammo, the joys of hunting, and more. We also talk about President Trump's proposed 6th branch of the government, SPACEFORCE.
EP 17 - Vaporware Firearms
June 15, 2018 11:00 - 58 minutes - 80 MBIt's happened before and it will happen again. A new gun gets announced and we start drooling over the concept and ideas surrounding it, but years later it still remains lost in development hell. This week on Bear Arms we talk about vaporware guns. What are they, and more importantly where are they?
EP 16 - The Wild Wild West
June 08, 2018 11:00 - 49 minutes - 56.2 MBThe west was indeed a wild, wild place. Towering red cliffs, cowboys, horses, and loads of iconic firearms. This week on the Bear Arms Podcast, Tom and Jace discuss a few of their favorite western guns. Revolvers, lever actions, and Tom Sellek's long-range Sharps rifle from the film “Quigley Down Under".
EP 15 - The Guns of World War II
June 01, 2018 11:00 - 51 minutes - 70.2 MBOne of the most definitive moments in history, World War II, was the deadliest modern war. Fatality counts range from 50 million to over 80 million people; almost 2 billion soldiers were deployed to fight in the battle worldwide — 16 million from America. Guns played a vital role in every aspect of this global battle. In this episode, we discuss iconic firearms like the M1 Garand and the Colt 1911, which were common in the war. We also delve into the British Sten and even Hitler's personal Wa...
EP 14 - We're Back! Again.
May 25, 2018 11:00 - 48 minutes - 65.9 MBAfter a three week break, Jace and Tom are back inside your earholes for another episode of the Bear Arms Podcast! This week we also have Chris Conran of SilencerCo joining us. We discuss why a Democrat wants archery classes removed from New York schools, how a flying pistol impaled someone's car on the freeway, and check in on our favorite Florida Man. This and more!
EP 13 - The Guns of WWI
April 27, 2018 11:00 - 1 hour - 56 MBKnown as the great war. WWI was set off by a single gun shot. It also sparked technologies that are still in use today in the firearms world. We talk about a few of these iconic guns, and how they came to be.
EP 12 - Fascinating Firearm Facts
April 20, 2018 11:00 - 53 minutes - 73.3 MBDid you know the first firearm evolved from something called the "fire lance"? Or have you ever thought about where the term "jumping the gun" comes from? We explore these topics and more on this weeks episode of the Bear Arms Podcast.
EP 11 - The Ins and Outs of Concealed Carry
April 13, 2018 11:00 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBEpisode 11 has arrived and with it we answer a couple of listener questions such as what to think about when choosing a concealed carry pistol as well as why shooting long range is just plain fun. We also check in with Florida Woman. Find out what the wind blew into her purse this week.
EP 10 - Let's Get Suppressed
April 05, 2018 11:00 - 1 hour - 84.5 MBThis week is all about suppressors. We take a detailed look into their uses in all sorts of shooting situations. We also find out what Florida Man has been doing with all the batteries in your house.
EP 09 - Firearm Technology
March 30, 2018 11:00 - 48 minutes - 66.3 MBIt seems we might be on the cusp of the firearms world going through some interesting changes due to technologies such as 3D printing and Smart Optics. This week we explore the impact that technology has had in the past as well as what it might hold for us in the future.
EP 08 - You "Don't" Tube
March 23, 2018 11:00 - 55 minutes - 76.3 MBInternet censorship cranked it up a notch this week as we have started to see new gun policies roll out from the likes of YouTube, Reddit, and others. We also talk about a bolt action rifle that costs more than most people's vehicle. Also find out what Florida Man is trying to do this week with a bottle of Ragu Sauce.
EP 07 - Assault Weapons Ban 2018
March 16, 2018 11:00 - 43 minutes - 59.4 MBIt's no secret that our second amendment rights are at risk of being chipped away at once again. A new bill by the name of H.R. 5087 otherwise known as the Assault Weapons Ban of 2018, has been gaining momentum. Make sure to reach out to your state representatives to let them know you do not support any legal action that restricts the right to bear arms. To easily find your representatives and their contact information go to www.usa.gov/elected-officials.
EP 06 - Eli Crandall of Gallant Bullets
March 09, 2018 12:00 - 48 minutes - 66.3 MBThis week we sit down with special guest Eli Crandall who owns and operates Gallant Bullets and is prepping to launch a brand new ammo company called American Made By Vets. Hear his story and learn all about what goes into the ammo manufacturing business. Florida man also has some explaining to do after ordering 24 hamburgers and stabbing his brother in the back.
EP 05 - Movie Guns That Killed The Bad Guy
March 02, 2018 12:00 - 48 minutes - 66.9 MBHey listeners! Episode 05 is all about the movie guns that dispatched some of the most ruthless bad guys/monsters on the silver screen. Also, find out why Sheriff Scott Israel of Broward County Florida is our Brasshole of the week, and Florida Man shows us what not to yell out just before being executed.
EP 04 - Gun Violence In America
February 23, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 94.1 MBThis week we tackle the insanely complex topic of gun violence in America. Can all of our problems be solved by banning guns, or are the issues much deeper on a social and cultural level? This episode is a bit heavier than most, but don't worry Florida Man drops by to ease the tension!
EP 02 - Civil Disobedience
February 09, 2018 10:21 - 47 minutes - 64.6 MBWelcome back to EP 02! In today's episode we cover several noteworthy news articles from around the firearms industry, we also discuss why a sponsored shooter at shot show was our "Brasshole" of the week, and Florida man teaches us how not to rob a bank!
EP 01 - We're Back + Shot Show 2018
February 01, 2018 07:18 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MBWelcome to the very first episode of the Bear Arms Podcast! We just got back from Shot Show 2018 and discuss some of the products that stuck out most to us for better or worse. Also Florida Man makes his glorious return!