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Firearm Trainer's Podcast For American Firearm Instructors

298 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 days ago - ★★★★★ - 72 ratings

A podcast dedicated to all firearm instructors in Military, Law Enforcement, and Civilian contexts. Content focuses on building a business as well as being a better instructor and helping more American Gun Owners become better prepared for active armed defense. Part of the ConcealedCarry.com network.

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Episodes

S5E20 Modern Guns School

July 18, 2023 01:34 - 43 minutes - 35.3 MB

In this week’s episode we talk with Zeke Stout from MGS (Modern Gun School) about their gun smith training and why instructors might consider augmenting their income with gunsmithing. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: This episode is brought to you by LASR Classic trainer.Break the 180-degree plan by using LASR… The post S5E20 Modern Guns School first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E19 Train and Learn Recap 2023

July 11, 2023 14:05 - 5 MB

In this week’s episode we talk with Patrick Collins from The Gun Food Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: This episode is brought to you by POM pepper spray.POM has been the innovator in pepper spray technologies for several generations and continues to deliver the best formula in the best delivery… The post S5E19 Train and Learn Recap 2023 first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E18 Suicide and Volunteering

July 04, 2023 13:27 - 48 minutes - 38.8 MB

In this week’s episode we talk with Brooke Cheney Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: This episode is also brought to you by MantisXI’ve been a long time Mantis user from their original MantisX to the Mantis X10 and now excited about their most recent product Mantis Blackbeard X.The Mantis BlackBeard… The post S5E18 Suicide and Volunteering first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E17 Printing 3D Training Aids

June 27, 2023 02:14 - 33 minutes - 27.2 MB

In this week’s episode we talk with David Sherman about the training aids that he prints with his 3D printer. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: KSG Holster are professional grade kydex hand-crafted in the USA and are available for a large variety of firearms.  Each one is purpose built for… The post S5E17 Printing 3D Training Aids first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E16 Contextual Training

June 20, 2023 02:30 - 45 minutes - 36.8 MB

In this week’s episode we talk with Todd Fossey about contextual training Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: This episode is brought to you by LASR Classic trainer.I use the LASR Classic system in classroom because it allows me to teach first time gun owner proper site alignment and trigger control… The post S5E16 Contextual Training first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E15 Integrating Handgun Drills Into Classes

June 13, 2023 02:04 - 45 minutes - 36.9 MB

In this week’s episode we talk with Bill Long and Steve Burnett talking Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: This episode is brought to you by POM pepper sprayPOM has been the innovator in pepper spray technologies for several generations and continues to deliver the best formula in the best delivery… The post S5E15 Integrating Handgun Drills Into Classes first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E14 Women Holster Choices

June 06, 2023 01:42 - 43 minutes - 35.2 MB

In this week’s episode we talk with Erick Gelhaus about his red dot training course. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: This episode is also brought to you by MantisXI’ve been a long time Mantis user from their original MantisX to the Mantis X10 and now excited about their most recent… The post S5E14 Women Holster Choices first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E13 Addiction and Instructors

May 30, 2023 00:25 - 49 minutes - 40 MB

In this week’s episode we talk with Chief Tom Synan from the Newtown Police Department and Hamilton County Addition Response Coalition. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: This episode is also brought to you by the team at Mountain Man Medical. Responsible Firearm Instructors have trauma medical gear on the range and are trained… The post S5E13 Addiction and Instructors first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E12 Intermediary Instructor Training

May 23, 2023 01:53 - 48 minutes - 39 MB

In this week’s episode we talk with Brent Dicks from Bravo Tactical about a course he developed called Intermediary Instructor Training Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: This episode is brought to you by LASR Classic trainerBreak the 180-degree plan by using LASR to setup a realistic shooting scenario for yourself… The post S5E12 Intermediary Instructor Training first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E11 Credit Card Charge Backs

May 16, 2023 02:32 - 42 minutes - 33.9 MB

In this week’s episode we talk with Adam Yaras from Elite Data Solutions about credit card charge backs. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: This episode is brought to you by POM pepper sprayPOM has been the innovator in pepper spray technologies for several generations and continues to deliver the best… The post S5E11 Credit Card Charge Backs first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E10 Red Dots

May 09, 2023 03:16 - 42 minutes - 34.3 MB

In this week’s episode we talk with Erick Gelhaus about his red dot training course. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: This episode is also brought to you by MantisXI’ve been a long time Mantis user from their original MantisX to the Mantis X10 and now excited about their most recent… The post S5E10 Red Dots first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E09 Pistol Practice

May 01, 2023 21:08 - 41 minutes - 33.1 MB

In this week’s episode we talk with Jon Kolis about the book he recently published call Pistol Practice. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: KSG Holster are professional grade kydex hand-crafted in the USA and are available for a large variety of firearms.  Each one is purpose built for comfort and… The post S5E09 Pistol Practice first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E08 Instructor Improvement

April 25, 2023 02:24 - 46 minutes - 37.8 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Steve Moses from Palisades Training Group about Instructor Improvement. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: This episode is brought to you by LASR Classic trainer.I use the LASR Classic system in classroom because it allows me to teach first time gun owner proper site alignment… The post S5E08 Instructor Improvement first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E07 Instructor Business

April 18, 2023 01:58 - 52 minutes - 42.3 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Doreen and Jim Hankins from CloudBedrock about their instructor offerings. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: This episode is brought to you by POM pepper sprayPOM has been the innovator in pepper spray technologies for several generations and continues to deliver the best formula in… The post S5E07 Instructor Business first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E06 Spotting Danger for Travelers

April 11, 2023 00:26 - 43 minutes - 34.8 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Gary Quesenberry about his new book, ‘Spotting Danger for Travelers’ Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: This episode is also brought to you by MantisXI’ve been a long time Mantis user from their original MantisX to the Mantis X10 and now excited about their most… The post S5E06 Spotting Danger for Travelers first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E05 YouTube for Instructors

April 04, 2023 02:14 - 50 minutes - 41 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Will Workman talking about how he uses YouTube to promote his business and build a following. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: KSG Holster are professional grade kydex hand-crafted in the USA and are available for a large variety of firearms.  Each one is purpose… The post S5E05 YouTube for Instructors first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E04 Continuing Education

March 28, 2023 13:25 - 45 minutes - 36.2 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Bryan Eastridge about areas where instructors should seek additional education. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Use LASR classic to reach students who may not have a firearm or when a range is not close.  Use LASR to help break students anticipating a shot.  How… The post S5E04 Continuing Education first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E03 Hand To Gun

March 20, 2023 19:51 - 40 minutes - 32.4 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Steve Tarani about his Hand To Gun course he teaches with Rob Leatham Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: KSG Holster are professional grade kydex hand-crafted in the USA and are available for a large variety of This episode is brought to you by POM… The post S5E03 Hand To Gun first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E02 Feedback From A New Shooter

March 14, 2023 02:56 - 28 minutes - 22.7 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Stacey who recently completed her first firearms class to get her CCW license. We learn about what her assumptions were before the class and the knowledge she came away from the class. All this information is great to help instructors better connect with their students and give them what… The post S5E02 Feedback From A New Shooter first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S5E01 Modern Gun Culture

March 07, 2023 03:36 - 1 hour - 50.5 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Ashley Hlebinsky about Modern Gun Culture. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: KSG Holster are professional grade kydex hand-crafted in the USA and are available for a large variety of firearms.  Each one is purpose built for comfort and concealability and can be customized to… The post S5E01 Modern Gun Culture first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E26 Speaking In Support Of Legislation

February 28, 2023 01:25 - 44 minutes - 35.7 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Jon Anderson from Sandhill Media and Nebraska Firearm Owner Association. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students. Podcast listeners can receive 10% off by… The post S4E26 Speaking In Support Of Legislation first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E25 ShotShow Review and NRA BOD

February 21, 2023 03:41 - 49 minutes - 39.7 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Amanda Suffecool about what she saw at ShowShow and why she is running for the NRA Board of Directors. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also… The post S4E25 ShotShow Review and NRA BOD first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E24 Networking for Instructors

February 13, 2023 22:52 - 42 minutes - 33.9 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Charlie Cook from Riding Shotgun With Charlie about how to network with people in a genuine manner to help get your message out and meet people Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a… The post S4E24 Networking for Instructors first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E23 The Way Is In Training

February 07, 2023 22:01 - 44 minutes - 35.9 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Matthew Little from Grey Beard Actual about his new book The Way Is In Training and how trainers can use this in their classes and personal development. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from… The post S4E23 The Way Is In Training first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E22 What You Need To Know About Credit Card Processing

January 31, 2023 02:50 - 34 minutes - 27.9 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Adam Yaras from Elite Merchant Solutions about the MCC coding for firearm business and also impacts to trainers. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your… The post S4E22 What You Need To Know About Credit Card Processing first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E21 Gang Mentality

January 24, 2023 01:36 - 52 minutes - 42.3 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Rob High about his experience in dealing with gangs while he was assigned to the gang unit as a police officer. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself… The post S4E21 Gang Mentality first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E20 Cardiac Arrest

January 17, 2023 02:26 - 27 minutes - 21.8 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Brian McLaughlin about responding to critical medical situations like cardiac arrest in the classroom or on the range. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your… The post S4E20 Cardiac Arrest first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E19 Train and Learn Event

January 10, 2023 03:59 - 47 minutes - 38.2 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Kevin Dixie from No Other Choice about Train and Learn event coming up over Memorial Day weekend. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students.… The post S4E19 Train and Learn Event first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E18 Creating A Shooting Club

January 03, 2023 02:04 - 41 minutes - 5 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Lisa Ludwig about how she became an instructor and that led to her creating a shooting club. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students.… The post S4E18 Creating A Shooting Club first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E17 Instructing In New Jersey

December 28, 2022 21:50 - 49 minutes - 39.5 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Tony Simon from Second Amendment is For Everyone (2A4E) and Simon Says Train about Instructing in New Jersey. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your… The post S4E17 Instructing In New Jersey first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E16 Walk The Talk American Partnership

December 19, 2022 20:22 - 54 minutes - 43.6 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Michael Sodini from Walk The Talk American (WTTA) about their new partnership. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students. Podcast listeners can receive 10%… The post S4E16 Walk The Talk American Partnership first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E15 What is Gunsmithing

December 12, 2022 21:15 - 50 minutes - 5 MB

In today’s episode we talk with AJ Zitto from Practical Performance to talk about Gunsmithing Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students. Podcast listeners can receive 10% off by using… The post S4E15 What is Gunsmithing first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E14 Instructor Gift Ideas

December 06, 2022 03:16 - 45 minutes - 36.7 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Mathew Maruster about some ideas for gift for the instructor or firearm enthusiest out there. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students. Podcast listeners… The post S4E14 Instructor Gift Ideas first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E13 Who Does Constitutional/Permit-less Carry Help

November 29, 2022 00:53 - 35 minutes - 5 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Chad Baus from Buckeye Firearms about Who Does Constitutional/Permit-less Carry Help? Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students. Podcast listeners can receive 10% off… The post S4E13 Who Does Constitutional/Permit-less Carry Help first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E12 Instructing In California

November 21, 2022 23:17 - 41 minutes - 33.1 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Mike Pettengil from Personal Protection Academy about Instructing in California. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students. Podcast listeners can receive 10% off by… The post S4E12 Instructing In California first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E11 Enter-Train-Ment

November 14, 2022 23:18 - 46 minutes - 37.3 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Bryan Eastridge from EDC Belt Company about balancing training and enter-train-ment. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students. Podcast listeners can receive 10% off… The post S4E11 Enter-Train-Ment first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E10 Identifying Friendlies

November 08, 2022 01:20 - 52 minutes - 41.9 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Mike Lessman from DSM Safety about a innovative ways to make sure you don’t get shot during while responding to a violent situation in public. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality… The post S4E10 Identifying Friendlies first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E09 Low Round Count Training

November 02, 2022 02:50 - 35 minutes - 28.8 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Samuel Middlebrook from Red Hawk Firearm Training talking about how to make a low round count course work for your students. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself… The post S4E09 Low Round Count Training first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E08 Using Throom Targets In Training

October 25, 2022 01:34 - 45 minutes - 36.7 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Erin Mihalik from Throom Targets on how their targets support unique training opportunities for students. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students. Podcast listeners… The post S4E08 Using Throom Targets In Training first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E07 Program Versus Course Development

October 18, 2022 16:51 - 49 minutes - 40 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Rob Pincus from I.C.E. Training about a program versus course development. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students. Podcast listeners can receive 10% off… The post S4E07 Program Versus Course Development first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E07 Program Verses Course Development

October 18, 2022 16:51 - 49 minutes - 40 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Rob Pincus from I.C.E. Training about a program versus course development. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students. Podcast listeners can receive 10% off… The post S4E07 Program Verses Course Development first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E06 Meeting Students Where They Are

October 11, 2022 02:45 - 41 minutes - 33.6 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Mark Okynyansky about his disabilities and how instructors have helped him in his training journey. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students. Podcast listeners… The post S4E06 Meeting Students Where They Are first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E05 Active Shooter Training and Mentality

October 03, 2022 16:56 - 55 minutes - 44.9 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Ed Monk about Active Shooter Training. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students. Podcast listeners can receive 10% off by using code FTP10. This… The post S4E05 Active Shooter Training and Mentality first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E04 Engaging The Jewish Community

September 26, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes - 30.8 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Yehuda Reamer the Pew Pew Jew about engaging the Jewish community. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students. Podcast listeners can receive 10% off… The post S4E04 Engaging The Jewish Community first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E03 After The Bell Rings

September 20, 2022 00:44 - 33 minutes - 27.2 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Bill Dalpe about the book he authored called, After The Bell Rings. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students. Podcast listeners can receive 10%… The post S4E03 After The Bell Rings first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E02 New York Changes for Instructors

September 12, 2022 17:13 - 50 minutes - 40.7 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Matt Mallory with PSandEd in New York state and we will be talking with him about recent law changes in New York which instructors need to know to prepare for the increase in training by the state. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers… The post S4E02 New York Changes for Instructors first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S4E01 Range Medicine

September 05, 2022 13:13 - 45 minutes - 36.6 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Brian McLaughlin about range medicine and what’s new at Mountain Man Medical. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students. Podcast listeners can receive 10%… The post S4E01 Range Medicine first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S3E26 Training Instructors

August 30, 2022 19:12 - 57 minutes - 46.5 MB

In today’s episode we talk with George Harris talking about Training Instructors. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students. Podcast listeners can receive 10% off by using code FTP10. This… The post S3E26 Training Instructors first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S3E25 Instructor Insurance Coverage

August 23, 2022 16:25 - 42 minutes - 34.1 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Alex Ooley from the Ooley Law Firm about insurance coverages instructors should be familiar with. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students. Podcast listeners… The post S3E25 Instructor Insurance Coverage first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

S3E24 Improving Your Shooting and Your Students

August 16, 2022 02:27 - 45 minutes - 36.8 MB

In today’s episode we talk with Mike Ochsner about how to improve your shooting and your student’s. Today’s episode is also brought to you by the following: Firearm Trainers Association (FTA) FTAProtect.com – In today’s world you need the backing from a quality organization to protect yourself and also your students. Podcast listeners can receive 10% off… The post S3E24 Improving Your Shooting and Your Students first appeared on The Firearm Trainer Podcast.

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