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Black Man With A Gun

683 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago - ★★★★★ - 422 ratings

Discover American history, gun training tips, product reviews and interviews with great people on the responsible, family friendly, gun owners podcast hosted by Kenn Blanchard (since 2007).

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Episodes

Back To School

August 25, 2018 00:55 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

As I remembered the stuff I had to do to get my kids ready to go back to school I went back to the Batman of the 1960's.  This is a light episode 20 min. Michael reviews the Propper.com Tactical shirt.  And I talk about who we are in the gun community.  And have an proven plan to increase your students if you are a trainer but I want to see if you are interested.  If you are email me at [email protected] Use my link ammo.com/blackmanwithagun to save $20 off of your $200 order. h...

Five Things You Need To Know About EDC

August 18, 2018 16:14 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MB

Five Things You Need To Know About EDC   Michael and I talk about concealed carry every day.  When and where to carry is a little like walking around naked.  Some places its comfortable, and other times its inappropriate, offense and even illegal.  Mike says you need: Mindset Skills Tactics Gear  Insurance (we suggest the United States Concealed Carry Association https://uscca.blackmanwithagun.com )    Save $20 off of your $200 order using my link: https://ammo.com/blackman...

5 Things you should know about shotguns

August 11, 2018 18:31 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

I was listening to a conversation between two men, (younger than myself that were) saying how boring shotguns were. I decided not to interrupt. Instead I engaged Michael J. Woodland about it. Michael J. Woodland wanted us to try something different on this week where we chatted online as we share this conversation about shotguns. I spoke outside Let me know what you think of our dialogue. If you were involved in a self defense shooting and had the choice between a rifle and a shotgun, would...

3D Gun Printing is BS

August 02, 2018 01:44 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MB

Back from the mental break with a renewed sense of focus.  Decided to change up the podcast just a little and tighten up a few things.  I have a rant about 3D gun printing.  Last week, I married a couple of great people under the Speak Life Church banner at Duke University Chapel but before that I went to the largest podcasters convention in the world.  Michael J. Woodland reviews Break Thru Cleaning  Working on revamping our Patreon.com/blackmanwithagun community and plan to send a patch ...

Why We Love History (and you should too!)

July 10, 2018 02:27 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB

A look back over the past 25 years as a gun rights activist and a company I started called African American Arms & Instruction, Inc. (A3i)   Michael reviews some tactical pants.   Shoot don't Shoot scenario.   Happy Summer.   http://patreon.com/blackmanwithagun    

5 Things You Need to Know Before Shooting Naked

June 29, 2018 23:57 - 1 hour - 54.8 MB

5 Things You Need to Know Before Shooting Naked Active Shooter in Annapolis, MD in the News Facts about the Declaration of Independence Tactical Flashlight review from Michael J. Woodland The American Dream by Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr   this show is around 80 min  Wearing protective clothing while shooting (Butt Naked Shooting Tips)   http://inforce-mil.com   New podcast:  http://motorcycletalk.us   Contact Michael:  http://m-wtactical.com   Get insuranc...

574 - Celebrating Juneteenth and Dick Heller

June 22, 2018 18:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MB

This week on the Black Man With A Gun Show Podcast episode 574 I have an conversation with the guy in whom the Heller Decision is named, Dick Heller.  He is funny.  I also share some back story that it originally had a black woman and friend of mine, Shelly Parker as the plaintiff.  The history of Juneteenth  and the importance of it relating to gun rights.  Michael Woodland talks about the community project.  you can support it at http://gofundme.com/m-wtactical   Personal announcemen...

573 - What Is Use of Force to Law Enforcement

June 18, 2018 02:15 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MB

Use of Force Continuum as a police officer sees it.  A little Old Testament law about using force in the home.  (Exodus 22:2-4) Michael J. Woodland interviews and talks to the owners of https://jm4tactical.com .  thanks to the new http://patreon.com/blackmanwithagun supporters;  YOU ROCK!

572 - What is freedom to you?

June 10, 2018 20:21 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MB

eluetheromania -a mania or frantic zeal for freedom   On this episode,  thoughts about the YouTube thing, freedom of speech and freedom from slavery. And things that are FREE.      Michael J. Woodland on https://www.gofundme.com/m-wtactical   Law of Self Defense from Atty. Andrew Branca   The Price of Liberty is Eternal Vigilance.  the right to keep and bear arms is similar to the abolitionist movement.   Why we fight   If you need to speak to me confidentially becau...

571 - Send Lawyers, Guns and Money

June 03, 2018 09:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MB

 B2B with Shanyn K. Stewart - Gun Business, Accounting, and Taxes  Michael J. Woodland introduces us to the Womens Defense Network Atty. Andrew Branca with the Self Defense Case of the Week

570 - You Need This Air Gun In Your Life

May 29, 2018 12:14 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

On this weeks Black Man With A Gun Show Podcast #570, I will share my review of the Airforceairgun.com Condor SS, .22 cal.  Michael J. Woodland introduces us to “Kimo” Moya of Moyatactical.com.  Attorney Andrew Branca gives us a new case in his feature from the Law of Self Defense. and we have a new sponsor from PuroTrader.com   like cigars? Join PuroTrader.com now and use promo code “BMWAG” for 25% off the PuroTrader fee.  http://blackmanwithagun.com/2018/05/why-you-need-this-air-g...

569 - The Zen of AirGuns, part 1

May 19, 2018 22:33 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MB

This week on the podcast I want to introduce a gun that is not a firearm.  Introducing the AirForceAirGuns.com Condor SS that I will be reviewing and the history of airguns.  Remember the Daisy Red Ryder?  This is the beginning of a project I am working on for folks in the urban environment to get one of these pro airguns.  Andrew Branca’s feature on the Law of Self Defense is from a 2014 case talking use of force and our martial arts.  Michael talks about how important fitness is to one tha...

568 - What Does Stand Your Ground Really Mean?

May 13, 2018 18:29 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MB

I think spring is finally here.  How are you?  It’s Black Man With A Gun Show podcast time and this week, Attorney Andrew Branca explains Stand Your Ground law, misconceptions in his Law of Self Defense feature on the show.  Michael > Woodland shares his adventure attending the NRA annual Meeting, and Barbara Baird of Women’s Outdoor News gives us an “inside baseball” tip for gun bloggers on how a professional gun writer does a gun review for the major publications.    blackmanwithagun.c...

567 - Gun Control Is When They Push Laws They Know Won’t Work But Do It Anyway

May 06, 2018 22:27 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

Wishing all my friends and family safe travels back home from the NRAAM in Texas. Episode 567 Black Man With A Gun Show Podcast  Kenn on stopping the division using the race card. Michael J Woodland on voting, training and more Andrew Branca’s law of self defense case of the week.  (Idaho)  The anti-rights and gun phobic hit the same old tired arguments that are not logical, practical, real or possible. Same tricks different day Universal background checks N I C S  Punishing the...

566 - Kevin Dixie of No Other Choice Firearms Training

April 29, 2018 16:55 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MB

Back in November 2017, my patient co-host Michael J. Woodland, interviewed St. Louis, MO firearms trainer and holistic community activist Kevin Dixie.  I apologize in advance for the lateness and the quality of the show.  I just got a chance to process the audio and present it this week for the Black Man With A Gun Show Podcast.  (For the record don’t use a Bluetooth device for an interview) And there are some sounds I couldn’t get rid of when a little girl does a drive by but please stick w...

565 - Ways Parents Can Save The Children

April 21, 2018 16:56 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MB

The facts about children and guns. Michael J. Woodland interviews April Cayce of @Rebound911   The Law of Self Defense with Andrew Branca,  Admonition to parents.     www.projectchildsafe.org   

564 - Did You Know I Do This Out of Love

April 15, 2018 19:58 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MB

Interview with John Krotec of GreenZone Hero, Law of Self Defense’s Andrew Branca with another one of his cases of the week, Michael is attending the USCCA concealed carry expo but let us with his thoughts on Smart Guns for you.  I realized that what gets me going is love.  I really care about the vets, the LEO's, and the gun community that you are a part of and that listen to this show.  Thank you and God bless.   Pro For Sho - Ear Pro on Amazon   Thank you for supporting this podca...

563 - How To Say the Right Thing

April 07, 2018 03:16 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MB

We are talking effective communication for the new gun rights activist.  The struggle is real and you can win this thing if you are properly prepared to do battle.  The opportunity to make a difference can come at any time and I want to share some stuff I have learned over the years about communicating.  The USCCA is having a three day expo next week and I got a chance to snag my friend Tim Schmidt for an interview.  http://uscca.blackmanwithagun.com to join up.  Michael J. Woodland has a co...

562 - Lies, and Damn Lies About Gun Reform

March 31, 2018 01:14 - 50 minutes - 23.1 MB

Going to share some facts that have been omitted in the rush to pimp little kids and protest something in this millennia.  How can we be so mean to these kids?  Its easy when its stupid.  It’s easy when adults, politicians, lawyers and professionals Google everything except the truth.     Michael J. Woodland on cleaning your rifle, and Andrew Branca with the Law of Self Defense Tip of the Week   In honor of Easter, I want to share with you some background for the Christians that have...

561 - Shotguns for self defense, Gun Rights and Porn in the Afternoon

March 24, 2018 01:43 - 33 minutes - 19.2 MB

At the time of this podcast episode there is a huge march in Washington, DC funded by the super rich against gun owners. Kenn Blanchard talks about the shotgun in self defense, Michael J. Woodland on a survivors mindset, Andrews Branca gives a tip on the judicial system, and Kenn shares the news of the tragedy in Maryland with a school shooting. Kenn inspires and tries to encourage. Gun control, gun rights, civil rights, and civil liberties explained. http://blanchard.media http://patreo...

560 - Why Does This Black Man Want An AR-15

March 16, 2018 03:03 - 54 minutes - 25 MB

Its been a heck of a week for the pastor of patriots, pistoleros and paladins.  I’ve been doing little ministering, a lot of writing and organizing the new blackmanwithagun.com site.  Check out the posts by David B. Cole, and the products being reviewed. Why Would This Black Man Want An AR-15? Which gun organization should you join? What Happened on YouTube -  Michael j. Woodland interviews Hank Strange   Thank you for your awesome support.  You can join us at http://patreon.com/b...

559 - Gun Control is bearing false witness against a neighbor

March 07, 2018 03:11 - 1 hour - 30.1 MB

Kenn Blanchard explains the subtle difference of a republic vs a democracy.  There is a rant in there about how the gun control argument is basically lying on the good people.  There is a "Shoot Don't Shoot scenario" for you to ponder.  Andrew Branca from the Law of Self Defense provides a case study.  Kenn and Michael talk a little (a lot).  And this show goes just over an hour because of it. Let us know what you think of the scenario on http://facebook.com/blackmanwithagun1 and this episod...

558 - 3 Things Everyone Knows About Mass Shootings That You Don't

February 27, 2018 04:21 - 30 minutes - 13.8 MB

The Truth about Gun Control Gun control is as old as gun powder itself.  There has always been one side in favor of controlling who can get a gun.  Gun control is great for politicians and the media because it is easy to sell.  It’s about money.  It’s good for corporations and celebrities in need of tax write offs.  Its good for politicians because you can’t offend a mechanical device.  It’s good for organizations because you can look like you are doing something socially correct.  It is g...

557 - Black Panthers, a School Shooting, and the AR15

February 16, 2018 17:42 - 41 minutes - 18.8 MB

This week on the BMWAG show podcast I share the history of the Black Panther Party for Self Defense, Andrew Branca returns with his segment on the Law of Self Defense, my cohost Monster, aka Michael Woodland, talks about a guy that destroyed his AR-15 over the media fallout from the tragedies.  We got news, as there was a horrific shooting of young people, and the gun control people are on a roll.  I will share what went down in Orlando, FL at the Podfest Multimedia expo I attended that made...

556 - Lift Every Voice & Sing

February 04, 2018 22:41 - 56 minutes - 26 MB

History On Christmas Day 1951, Harry T. Moore and his wife, Harriette, had just finished celebrating their silver anniversary when a bomb blew up their home in Mims, Fla. The explosion killed the couple, and they became the first martyrs from civil rights movement the 1950s. For seventeen years, in an era of official indifference and outright hostility, the soft-spoken but resolute Moore traveled the back roads of the state on a mission to educate, evangelize, and organize. On Christmas nig...

555 - Remembering the 54th Massachusetts Black Infantry

January 30, 2018 22:06 - 43 minutes - 20 MB

  On this, the 555th episode of the Black Man With A Gun Show Podcast I share the history of the US Army 54th Colored Regiment Unit.  For those that like to hear good guys with guns story I have some this week for you.  Introducing Andrew Branca of the Law of Self Defense Podcast this week.  And I have a little monologue about my son, the state of Maryland and how do you get a gun in Maryland. The 54th Massachusetts Infantry was formed  January 26,  1863 History of Company B, Organized at Re...

554 - Old Guys Like Me

January 22, 2018 10:00 - 22 minutes - 10.2 MB

George Burton Adams said: “There is no such thing as a 'self-made' man. We are made up of thousands of others. Everyone who has ever done a kind deed for us, or spoken one word of encouragement to us, has entered into the make-up of our character and of our thoughts, as well as our success.” Armed Citizens News, Michael J. Woodland on bore sighting, what is it? I have a new project coming, and encouraging the old guys, the OG’s   Crossbreed Holsters dot com and the United States Conc...

What’s Going on With The Black Man With A Gun Show Podcast

January 15, 2018 03:22 - 12 minutes - 5.55 MB

This has been a season of challenges.  I lost blackmanwithagun.com website twice (Jan 1 & 2) and Michael J. Woodland has been encouraging me to do video.  You’ll find two videos on our YouTube Channel, please subscribe to blackmanwithagun.tv.      https://youtu.be/USydAXxm5Y4   https://youtu.be/K4ldaI3dcnM   I have launched and started a ministry and podcast called http://SpeakLifePodcast.com.  You may have heard me mention it a few times already that I started in Oct 2017.  I am...

549 - What Does A Reasonable Man Sounds Like

January 05, 2018 23:28 - 32 minutes - 14.7 MB

As I listen and watch what others have been putting out in the media I realize that I am not trying to compete with that.  I am here to remind you that communication of our way of life, the American way, truth, justice, freedom is in your hands.  Communication is a powerful tool.  It helps online and in your home life.   This episode I take some bits from episode 134 and put a new spin on communication for us pro-rights folks. Michael J. Woodland defines MOA for us.

550 - Gun Buy Backs at Christmas Time

January 05, 2018 23:27 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MB

Gun Back Backs, tips for the new gun owners, "Purity Test" from David B Cole from blackmanwithagun.com Shoot Don’t Shoot http://articles.baltimoresun.com/1993-09-21/news/1993264006_1_intruder-slaughter-shotgun Interview with conservative political tv mogul Tucker Carlson taken from an episode 353 And a whole lot of old Christmas era commercials that I grew up with to put you in the holiday mood.

551 - Christmas Blues and Building an AR

January 05, 2018 23:27 - 55 minutes - 25.4 MB

Tis the season of feeling blue, and contemplating futures at the same time of celebrating the birth of Jesus and commemorating the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. (Hanukkah)  Going to whet your whistle in building your own AR platform rifle. Michael J. Woodland and I have a great conversation that you are welcome to join.

552 - Christmas Day Message

January 05, 2018 02:30 - 31 minutes - 14.3 MB

Enjoying the day which is Christmas 2017 and put together a episode with bits from 2010 you may have forgot about. episode 196 Barbara Baird from Womens Outdoor News and the Women's Gun Show podcast talks about buying a gun for someone else. Yo Mama Jokes.  Historical account of the year 1968 with things from Rev. Dr Martin Luther King, Jr.  Old ad from Mark Craighead of Crossbreedholsters.com Michael J. Woodland on bore sighting. And a Christmas message in the style of the Speak Life Podcast.

553 - Free Men Own Guns, Slaves Do Not

January 05, 2018 02:16 - 37 minutes - 17.1 MB

Happy New Year and thank you for listening to the Black Man With A Gun Show Podcast.  In response to feedback that you liked when I did a little history, I am going to share some bullet points of the history of slavery in America up until the Emancipation Proclamation.  There was a old celebration of freedom that has been perverted called “Watch Night.”  It involved my ancestors and I want to share that with you.  Michael J. Woodland, talks about cleaning your rifle and you might here a few o...

548 - 10 Years of Podcasting, 3 Gun and More

November 27, 2017 06:30 - 1 hour - 30.4 MB

This episode marks exactly ten years of podcasting for me.  It is bitter sweet as I ponder where I go from here.  I get some help from going back to episode 187 where I got the chance to be on the red carpet in Hollywood with some pro-gun stars at a fundraiser for the City of Hope.  You'll hear my thoughts then which came out in 2007.  You'll hear my conversations with actors Keith David, Ernie Hudson, and Patrick Kilpatrick along with some products from vendors at the event.  There is even ...

547 - Black Hunters and Black Friday

November 18, 2017 16:00 - 32 minutes - 25.9 MB

Happy Thanksgiving. Interview with a new black hunter, joking about Thanksgiving and Black Friday, Michael talks about a new company DelphiTactical.com

546 - What You Should Know About Fear

November 13, 2017 02:28 - 27 minutes - 12.4 MB

NRA Wayne LaPierre interview (c. 2009) Fear as it relates to gun ownership, life and marketing, a journey of a podcaster that has been doing it for ten years.  Tip from Michael J. Woodland.  The enemy is fear. We think it is hate; but, it is fear. Gandhi   thank you for supporting me through http://patreon.com/blackmanwithagun   Check out and support me through http://uscca.blackmanwithagun.com     

545 - A Christian Response to the Church Shooting

November 06, 2017 02:22 - 34 minutes - 16.2 MB

Being aware of surroundings, a Christian response to the church shooting in Texas and the incident in Walmart.  And a brief look back at my ten years of podcasting interrupted by the news.  

544 - Lessons from The Walking Night of The Living Dead

October 29, 2017 20:20 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MB

Halloween themed show with what I learned that applies to gun owners.  A little on the origin of Zombies and the Mozambique / Failure drill.  Michael J. Woodland talks about practicing while concealed.  A Tip on what’s important in shooting.  Tried to cram a lot into a short time.  Let me know if it worked.  Thanks for listening.  Launched a new graphics and design biz at kennblanchard.com, check out the new blanchardministries.com and sign up.  visit and consider supporting http://gofundme....

543 - Best Gun For Concealed Carry

October 21, 2017 14:46 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MB

This is a short show but hits on concealed carry advice for the new person. Book recommendations, event calendar, Advice from Marcus Weldon on the justice system, Michael J Woodland on training vs competition, Respect Yourself Want inspiration, subscribe to the SpeakLifePodcast.com Need graphics, go to KennBlanchard.com

542 - Have You Considered Hunting?

October 14, 2017 13:02 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MB

Have you considered hunting?  The importance of training, by Michael J. Woodland.  Training tip from Kenn on why your stance is important. In our history segment, we remember the Fugitive Slave Act, and how many things haven't changed in the psyche of America.  We wrongly accuse people and allies.  We should be one America.   Stop the hate. Go back to the basics. thanks for the support on patreon.com/blackmanwithagun Welcome to all the new app subscribers.  its free why don't you hav...

541 - Ten Steps For 2A Folks To Win On Anti-rights Interviews

October 07, 2017 19:44 - 27 minutes - 12.8 MB

How Not to Fall For The Banana Tailpipe  Media Interview tips for pro-gun people. Michael J. Woodland on hunting with Johnny King Commentary from Rob Morse. https://slowfacts.wordpress.com/2017/10/07/after-las-vegas-the-gun-grabbers-are-serious-but-dishonest      https://www.facebook.com/groups/SpeakLifePodcast 

540 - Church Security, Shooting Tips and Salvation

September 29, 2017 03:00 - 48 minutes - 22 MB

Spotlight is on the church shooting in Tennessee, thinking about the three mass shooting events, reminding you to master one gun, training tip is about the trigger. Talking a little Old Testament / New Testament and getting into the preaching mode with a music piece from my group the DC Gospel Stars.  And a plea to get right with God.

539 - How To Get More Black People Into Your Club or Range

September 21, 2017 04:42 - 1 hour - 39.2 MB

Pistol Shooting Tip - The Grip Interview with Rhonda Ezell from Chicago Guns Matter How To Get More Black People Into Your Club or Range Michael J. Woodland interviews friends and snipers from the US Army and new company OSOK Introducing Fitness, Fuel and Fire  Super long show this week about 90 minutes with conversations with Rhonda Ezell, Michael J. Woodland introduces us to a new company called OSOK, Firearms and fitness trainers called FitnessFuelFire.com, handgun training tip, a...

538 - Ida B. Wells, Philando Castile, Pistol Mastery, and Rifle Precision

September 15, 2017 01:54 - 29 minutes - 13.7 MB

It's a short show this week but in it our history feature:  Ida B. Wells, is my woman honoree of the week.  Ida B. Wells was an African-American journalist and activist who led an anti-lynching crusade in the United States in the 1890s.  The importance of training with one system.  Commentary from blogger of Daddys-gun.com about Philando Castile, Michael J. Woodland talks about how he became a precision shooter in the US Army.   Thank you for listening, downloading and sharing the pro-gu...

537 - When They Bombed A Church

September 07, 2017 16:00 - 45 minutes - 20.8 MB

Michael J. Woodland discusses getting back into the art of long range precision.  Our history segment remembers the four little girls murdered by domestic terrorist on Sept 15, 1963 in a church in Alabama.  Aaargo Jay, shares his project called Black Ops coming soon. BLACK OPS, The Documentary is set to break stereotypes and oust the negative perception of Black males and firearms in America. Can the stereotypes be broken? Can these men bear the weight of an entire Race?   BLACK OPS, T...

536 - Five Things Nobody Told You About Willie Lynch

September 01, 2017 01:34 - 41 minutes - 19 MB

Five things and more that nobody has ever told you about Willie Lynch Syndrome, Michael J. Woodland on Black Women in the Shooting Sports, remembering 9/11, unboxing the AirForce airgun Condor SS, first thoughts as an urban thing, Shout out from Maj Toure, a prayer

535 - You Survived The Solar Eclipse Now What Do You Do

August 24, 2017 10:49 - 36 minutes - 16.6 MB

Welcome to a new episode of black man with a gun show podcast, this week  I’m still trying to get on the schedules of some of the leaders of the gun community to share what they are doing with you.  Its a work in progress, folks don’t know what to do with me.  Thank you for understanding.     Phil Smith on The future of National AA Gun Association, goals and visions Marcus Weldon starts his series with advice on what really happens after you defend yourself Intro to our focus next ...

534 - Where There Is Unity, There Is Strength

August 17, 2017 12:00 - 33 minutes - 15.3 MB

Phillip Smith, president and founder premiers this week as a contributor representing NAAGA.  Marcus A.Weldon aka the Santa Shooter also introduces himself here.  The historical account of SNCC.   The show is back with a new mission.  It will focus on the contributions of gun clubs, trainers and people making a difference in the black gun community in addition to American history, product reviews with love from  Kenn in these changing times.

533 - Stressed Spelled Backwards is Desserts

July 28, 2017 00:53 - 9 minutes - 4.57 MB

Kenn Blanchard is taking a creative break for a couple of weeks to refresh and add some new content to the show.

532 - Three Reasons To Buy A LWRCI Rifle and What I Learned

July 21, 2017 12:38 - 46 minutes - 21.3 MB

Three Reasons To Buy A LWRCI Rifle and What I Learned in Cambridge, MD. I got a chance to tour the LWRCI plant in Cambridge, MD on the Eastern Shore of Maryland and learned a lot. I saw some good stuff. Little known American history about Harriet Tubman. Michael J. Woodland on building an AR. Thanks to my special supporters of this show. You can be one too at http://patreon.com/blackmanwithagun Get the free app for the podcast for your phone