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Gunfighter Cast Episode GC-139 VP9SK Testing Update, Debacle in Illinois and NRAAM
May 01, 2017 02:18 - 38 MBIn this LIVE episode of Gunfighter Cast, I spoke about my experience with the VP9SK, the cause of the problems and how the process continues. I also covered the Springfield Armory, Rock River,Illinois Firearms Manufacturers Association (IFMA) and SB-1657, debacle in Illinois. If you want to catch a live recording follow me at facebook/danielshaw0369 Nighthawk […]
GC-138 Rob Leatham | A Little on the New XDE and a Lot on Training
April 28, 2017 13:07 - 21 minutes - 15.7 MBIn Gunfighter Cast Episode GC-138, Rob Leatham and I talk about the new Springfield Armory XDE and get way sidetracked talking about training. Train with me at shawstrategies.com Follow me on Facebook Follow me on Instagram
GC-137 Rob Leatham | How to Practice Like a Champion
April 26, 2017 15:05 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBIn Gunfighter Cast Episode GC-137, Rob Leatham and I talk about how to detect and take and track your deficiencies and how to overcome them. Train with me at shawstrategies.com Subscribe to the Gunfighter Cast YouTube Channel Follow me on Facebook Follow me on Instagram
GC-136 Rob Leatham | Trigger Manipulation
April 25, 2017 12:38 - 34 minutes - 18 MBIn Gunfighter Cast Episode GC-136, Rob Leatham and I talk about the trigger press and prep or the jerk and reset. Stand by for more from Rob in the next few days. Train with me at shawstrategies.com Support Gunfighter Cast on Patreon Subscribe to the Gunfighter Cast YouTube Channel Follow me on Facebook
GC-135 Rob Leatham | Aiming
April 24, 2017 20:19 - 42 minutes - 30.2 MBIn GC-135 Rob Leatham and I talk about aiming techniques and what it actually means to aim. Rob and I have had some interesting discussions recently about some of the myths and concepts that are propelled more through institutional inertia than through actual effectiveness. Train with me at shawstrategies.com Follow me on Facebook Follow me on Instagram
GC-134 | Training from the Student’s Perspective
March 21, 2017 21:06 - 24 minutes - 17.6 MBIn Gunfighter Cast Episode GC-134, I spoke with habitual student, Cory Hupp. Cory has taken over 36 classes in the past two years, so we talked about taking training classes, what to bring and what to expect. Alliance Police Training Train with me at shawstrategies.com Follow me on Facebook Follow me on Instagram
GC-133 Joe Weyer: Safe Rooms | Ideas and Why You Need One
March 14, 2017 19:32 - 27 minutes - 19.8 MBIn Gunfighter Cast Episode GC-133, Joe and I talk about planning for and constructing a safe room that could provide your family protection from a variety of threats. Photo Credit Global Security Experts Alliance Police Training Train with me at shawstrategies.com Follow me on Facebook Follow me on Instagram
GC-132 Joe Weyer: Home Defense | Harden Your Home and Develop a Plan
March 13, 2017 08:46 - 44 minutes - 32.2 MBIn Gunfighter Cast Episode GC-132, Joe Weyer of Alliance Defense Training and I talk about developing a home defense plan and offer ways to harden your home based on historical criminal attacks and burglaries. Do you know what a good home defense plan looks like? Meyer recommends window and door preparation as well as an intentional layout of landscape and lighting. We also cover alarm systems and surveillance cameras. But beyond preparing the structure of your home against invasion, what d...
GC-131 Joe Weyer: Firearm Safety in the Home | Take Heed.
March 12, 2017 20:30 - 42 minutes - 31 MBIn Gunfighter Cast episode GC-131, Joe and I discuss firearms safety in the home for the defensive owner, but the concepts also apply to any type of owner of firearms. Alliance Police Training Train with me at shawstrategies.com Follow me on Facebook Follow me on Instagram
GC-129 Buying an NFA Item | What You Need to Know
March 02, 2017 18:56 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBIn Gunfighter Cast Episode GC-129, I spoke with Brandon Light from Thunderbird Firearms Academy about how to purchase an NFA item. I get a lot of questions about how one can obtain a suppressor or short barreled rifle, so we did our best to answer those here. Train with me at shawstrategies.com Follow me on Facebook Follow me on Instagram
GC-128 Andy Brown Part 3 | The Smell of Freshly Cut Grass
February 18, 2017 00:08 - 28 minutes - 20.2 MBIn Gunfighter Cast Episode GC-128 Andy and I finish up the 3 part series on his book Warnings Unheeded and the events that took place on June 20th 1994 at Fairchild Air Force Base. In this third and final part, Andy and I talked about the psychological effects of violence and ways to deal and overcome. Order Warnings Unheeded Warnings Unheeded Official Website containing radio traffic and pictures is here. Train with me at shawstrategies.com Follow me on Facebook Follow me on Instagram
GC-127 Andy Brown Part 2 | The Rampage and the Reasons Why So Many Survived
February 16, 2017 00:33 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBIn Gunfighter Cast Episode GC-127, Andy explains the events that took place on June 20th 1994 at Fairchild Air Force Base. Andy made an amazing shot to take the murderer down, but the most profound actions were taken by every day men and women who risked everything to save lives and were successful in doing so. There is a lot to be learned here from the inspiration to get training and taking action to recognizing opportunities to take action and save lives. Order Warnings Unheeded Warnings ...
GC-126 Andy Brown Part 1 | Mass Murder and Warnings Unheeded
February 14, 2017 19:59 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBIn Gunfighter Cast episode number GC-126, I spoke with Andy Brown about the events and unheeded warnings that led to the mass murder incident at the Fairchild Air Force Base hospital that Andy ultimately ended. We focus heavily on the mental health aspects of how the incident could have been prevented and the take aways therein. Order Warnings Unheeded Warnings Unheeded Official Website containing radio traffic and pictures is here. Train with me at shawstrategies.com Follow me on Facebo...
GC-125 Question Show | LIVE (was)
February 13, 2017 01:19 - 53 minutes - 40.2 MBIn Gunfighter Cast Episode GC-125 I answered questions that I have been getting from listeners of the show and addressed a few on the spot as I recorded this live on Facebook. I talked about AIWB, armor, holsters, purchasing and helping someone purchase their first defensive handgun and more. Raven Concealment Velocity Systems Infidel Body Armor Train with me at shawstrategies.com Follow me on Facebook Follow me on Instagram
GC-123 Shawn Herrin | We Like Shooting
January 30, 2017 00:04 - 47 minutes - 30.9 MBIn episode GC-123 I spoke with Shawn Herrin about his SHOT Show experience and his podcast "We Like Shooting." If you don't already listen to We Like Shooting, go check it out here. Check our Axelson Tactical Support Gunfighter Cast on Patreon Support We Like Shooting on Patreon Follow me on Facebook Follow me on Instagram
GC-122 The Firearms Industry Hates Innovation and How You Will Change That
January 26, 2017 00:59 - 33 minutes - 24.3 MBIn Gunfighter Cast Episode GC-122, I talk about how the firearms industry is shifting despite many influences that are counter productive. This was also my first live recording of Gunfighter Cast and I plan to do those much more. Maybe next time I will have to correct microphone selected too. Follow me on Facebook Follow me on Instagram
GC-121 The Hudson H9 | Everything You Want to Know
January 16, 2017 17:55 - 52 minutes - 37.2 MBIn GC-121 I got to speak with Cy and Lauren Hudson, the owners and designers of the Hudson H9. The H9 is easily the most talked about handgun so far for SHOT Show 2017 and it is the item that I am most excited about across all genres. Make sure you are following me on Facebook (here) so you can see my first thoughts after shooting the H9. Hudson MFG Facebook Hudson MFG Website Follow me on Facebook Follow me on Instagram
GC-120 Paul Carlson | Incorporating Decision Making In Training
January 10, 2017 20:56 - 52 minutes - 37.9 MBIn Gunfighter Cast Episode GC-120, Paul Carlson of Safety Solutions Academy And I discuss how we can incorporate decision making into training as well as what we are doing and how you can follow us next week at SHOT Show. Follow me on Facebook Follow me on Instagram
GC-119 Steve Fisher | I Don’t Hate 1911 Handguns
January 07, 2017 00:16 - 57 minutes - 41.7 MBIn Gunfighter Cast episode GC-119, Steve Fisher from Sentinel Concepts and I discuss everything one needs to know to enter the 1911 world. Contrary to what some people took from my video "4 Reasons I Don't Trust The 1911 with my Life" I don't hate 1911s. In fact, I am dedicating many hours, training sessions and classes to the 1911 platform to insure that my choice to not carry one is the correct one. I am interested to see what I find this year.
GC-118 Matt Landfair | Awesome Stuff from 2016
January 03, 2017 03:48 - 51 minutes - 38.5 MBIn Episode GC-118, Matt Lanfair from Primary and Secondary joins me to talk about the awesome stuff we liked in 2016. As usual, there was some additional discussion covering things you may care about. Thanks for being with me in 2017 and I can't wait to show you what I have planned for the year. Discussed Items Ukoala Bag Law Tactical PWS EBT MOD 2
GC-117 Massad Ayoob Talks Safety
December 30, 2016 20:16 - 35 minutes - 23.1 MBIn Gunfighter Cast Episode GC-117, I spoke with Massad Ayoob about safety. I have shot or helped or both on many occasions with Mas running classes. We do things differently in some ways and I don't see that as anything negative for either of us, because we have the exact same focus - student safety. Hear it from a man who has been teaching people to use deadly force longer than I have been alive. Proarms Podcast This episode of Gunfighter Cast was made possible by Bravo Concealment Hols...
GC-116 Chris Henderson | Responsible Training for Responsible Citizens [Explicit]
December 21, 2016 19:41 - 40 minutes - 26.2 MBChris Henderson of 3 Doors Down: that's the guest for episode 116 of Gunfighter Cast. ⚠️ Warning: Explicit In Gunfighter Cast episode GC-116, I spoke with Chris Henderson (@Chris3DoorsDown) from 3 Doors Down about the video he recently released of a training event he attended over a year ago. The release was not intended to call anyone out or put anyone down, it was to simply spread information in order to help students make more informed decisions in the quest for safe and effective train...
GC-116 Chris Henderson | -Explicit- Responsible Training for Responsible Citizens
December 21, 2016 19:41 - 40 minutes - 26.2 MBExplicit!!! In Gunfighter Cast episode GC-116, I spoke with Chris Henderson from 3 Doors Down about the video he recently released of a training event he attended over a year ago. The release was not intended to call anyone out or put anyone down, it was to simply spread information in order to help students make […]
GC-115 Tatiana Whitlock | Training for Everyone
December 15, 2016 22:08 - 50 minutes - 36.5 MBIn Gunfighter Cast episode GC-115, I interview Tatiana Whitlock who is a top-level firearms trainer in every sense of the phrase but also excels in reaching the fastest growing demographic in firearms training —Women. Tatiana breaks out of the typical schools of thought and practice and finds ways to truly reach ladies and get them excited about training. Listen in as Tatiana and I discuss women's-only training classes, how the attitude toward women is changing in the firearm industry, cali...
GC-114 Instructor Zero | What You Don’t Know About Him
December 01, 2016 17:08 - 56 minutes - 42 MBIn Gunfighter Cast Episode GC-114, I conduct the longest interview in Instructor Zero’s history. We talked about the 2nd Amendment through the eyes of an Italian and contrastingly, the defense challenges inside the EU. Zero also answered questions that many people have asked, like why he wears the Aussie flag and a lot more. This […]
GC-114 | Interviewing Instructor Zero
December 01, 2016 17:08 - 56 minutes - 42 MBInstructor Zero Jeco Biccelli: What you don't know. In Gunfighter Cast Episode GC-114, I conduct the longest interview Instructor Zero's history. We talked about the 2nd Amendment through the eyes of an Italian and contrastingly, the defense challenges inside the EU. Zero also answered questions that many people have asked, like why he wears the Aussie flag and a lot more. Instructor Zero and the Second Amendment "...basically, what I try to explain is that if you have a lot of shooters and...
GC-113 Aaron Cowan | LE and Citizen Response to an Active Shooter
November 29, 2016 22:19 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBAaron Cowan from Sage Dynamics and I discuss active shooter response concepts for the LE and the armed citizen as well as the two working together safely and effectively. If you enjoy podcasts, you should try audio books. To get two free audio books, start a trial at Audible.com today. Please leave a super awesome 5 star review on iTunes so other people can find Gunfighter Cast.
GC-112 Defensive Accuracy is an Excuse for Sucking and How to Not Suck at Shooting
November 17, 2016 23:49 - 22 minutes - 17.4 MBIn GC-112, I talk about why people typically shoot with less than desirable accuracy, how to train a proper trigger press and my thoughts on trends in defensive training that accept poor shooting. Give it a try and let me know what you think. The trainer I mentioned in Idaho is Houston Shaw and can be found at Shaw Shooting. If you enjoy podcasts, you should try audio books. To get two free audio books, start a trial at Audible.com today. Please leave a super awesome 5 star review on iTun...
GC-111 William Petty | Applying VCQB Principles
November 10, 2016 23:33 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBIn GC-111 I talk to William Petty from 88 Tactical about his VCQB program, use and selection of cover and problem solving under stress. Go watch Petty's 2 hour video on VCQB worth every bit of the $39.95 it costs HERE. Website photo credit Breach Bang Clear If you enjoy podcasts, you should try audio books. To get two free audio books, start a trial at Audible.com today.
GC-110 Matt Stagliano | How to Not be a Dangerous Instructor/Content Creator
November 07, 2016 21:36 - 1 hour - 46.1 MBIn Gunfighter Cast Episode GC-110 I spoke with Writer for Recoil Magazine Matt Stagliano who owns and operates Firelance Media about firearms instructors and video content creators doing stupid and dangerous things. The conversation was spurred by someone sending me a message asking if a certain unsafe behavior by an instructor was normal and accepted. If you enjoy podcasts, you should try audio books. To get two free audio books, start a trial at Audible.com today.
GC-109 Jaeson Rosa | The First Aid Steps You Need to Know
November 03, 2016 03:25 - 32 minutes - 24.1 MBThis episode, I talk to Jaeson Rosa former team medic and US Navy diver turned executive protection medical guru. We talked about the MARCH Algorithm, TCCC, clotting and keeping blood in bodies and as well as other life saving actions. The training company Jaeson mentioned out of Vegas is 2SRG TCCC info and course finder is HERE. If you enjoy podcasts, you should try audio books. To get two free audio books, start a trial at Audible.com today.
GC-107 Steve Fisher | On What’s Wrong with the Firearms Training Industry
October 26, 2016 22:18 - 1 hour - 5 MBSemi Explicit, Steve said a couple of bad works. The title doesn't do this episode justice. Steve Fisher of Sentinel Concepts and I discuss some negatives we are seeing, what it means to be a good firearms instructor and how the industry is beginning to police its own in a positive and productive way. If you enjoy podcasts, you should try audio books. To get two free audio books, start a trial at Audible.com today.
GC-106 Steve Fisher | You Need a Red Dot on Your Handgun
October 24, 2016 16:29 - 32 minutes - 5 MBIn GC-106, Daniel and Steve Fisher of Sentinel Concepts discuss RDS on handguns. Should you put a red dot on your pistol? Which kind? What mount? Listen up!
GC-105 EDC and a Good Patch Kit
October 20, 2016 05:29 - 22 minutes - 17.4 MBThis episode Daniel talks about what he carries every day and goes over some ideas for components of a good hemorrhage control kit. Items Discussed Vertx Principle EDC Briefcase CAT Tourniquet SWAT-T Tourniquet RATS Tourniquet Phokus Research LVD2 Trauma Kit Leatherman Signal Sure Fire X300 Ultra LED Sure Fire PX3 Fury Bastinelli RED Folder Bravo Concealment DOS and DOS-L Use code 'gunfighter' at checkout for 10% off your entire purchase. If you enjoy podcasts, you should try a...
GC-104 | Motivated with Byron Rodgers
October 09, 2016 19:36 - 42 minutes - 30.7 MBIn Gunfighter Cast Episode 104 Daniel interviews Combat Veteran, Author, Public Speaker and Executive Protection Specialist Byron Rodgers about motivation, habits, finding purpose and how those skill sets factor into living a safer life. Learn more about and from Byron and pick up his new book at Byronrodgersmotivation.com To listen to the books we spoke about, get two free audio books with a trial at Audible.com
GC-103 Townville | Love is the Most Important Lesson Learned
October 02, 2016 01:45 - 38 minutes - 24.4 MBUpdate! As I stated in this episode, I had based my assessment of the situation on information released by public officials and news reports. I am now beginning to learn more detail on the events that took place that dreadful day at Townville Elementary from first hand accounts. I will be following this episode up with detailed and factual information as soon as it is compiled. There are many inaccuracies in the released reports and many news sources have told a story that is simply not accur...
GC-102 Active Self Protection
September 28, 2016 16:00 - 28 minutes - 20.3 MBThis episode of Gunfighter Cast was made possible by Bravo Concealment Holsters. Use our coupon code "Gunfighter" at checkout for 10% off your entire purchase. Daniel talks with John Correia from Active Self Protection about the ASP principles and concepts that can help people live safer lives. Topics include Attitude and mindset in training and during a fight. Skills and how one should take a realistic look at his or her abilities. Developing a plan for, training, safety, awareness ...
GC-108 Kerry Davis | The Training and EDC Items You are Missing
September 28, 2016 13:00 - 41 minutes - 26.9 MBIn this episode: tools and skills, EDC, what's in a good medical kit, and find training with Dark Angel Medical founder Kerry "Pocket Doc" Davis.
GC-100 The Reunion Show
September 25, 2016 12:43 - 11 minutes - 5.68 MBIn this episode, Daniel and John finally get around to completing episode 100 as part of a re-launch of the Gunfighter Cast podcast. We catch up with the hosts and find out what is coming up in the future.
GC-101 The Toughest Soldiers
July 03, 2015 05:26 - 33.3 MBThis is the audio only version of a video Daniel posted on the Funker Tactical channel on Youtube. The original video can be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nh7ZrVtffM Two soldiers talking shop. An entertaining and candid discussion about the state of our industry by a United States Marine and US Army Paratrooper. Definitely worth a watch! Subscribe to […]
GC-99 — A H&K VP9 Review
May 04, 2015 06:57 - 1 hour - 29.8 MBRecently John had an opportunity to go spend a few hours at the range with Scott Ballard to review the H&K VP9 9mm striker-fired pistol. They covered all the details of the gun from the slide to the magazines. They also fired some test shots to get an idea of how it felt, what the sights were like, and what they thought about the ambidextrous magazine release. This review was recorded out in the field, so you'll be able to hear gun sounds (ahhhh, the sound of freedom!), wind blowing, and al...
GC-99 H&K VP9 Review
May 04, 2015 06:57 - 1 hour - 29.8 MBRecently John had an opportunity to go spend a few hours at the range with Scott Ballard to review the H&K VP9. The review was recorded out in the field, so you'll be able to hear realistic gun sounds, wind blowing, and all the fun stuff that make for less than ideal recording conditions. In addition to this review of the VP9, Daniel did a video review with Funker Tactical that you can check out. 1:54 John and Scott are at the Sig Sauer Academy with Scott Ballard to look at the VP9 by ...
GC-98 Magazine Questions
March 30, 2015 03:59 - 16.7 MBThe purpose of Gunfighter Cast is to discuss firearms equipment and training as it relates to self-defense from a military, law enforcement and responsible citizen perspective. Daniel Shaw, retired marine infantryman, current Director of Training for Thunderbird Tactical, 406 N Seneca, Wichita KS (316)613-2336. John McGregor, retired from full time law enforcement in 2014. Currently […]
GC-097 Active Shooter Response
March 16, 2015 03:15 - 19.8 MBThe purpose of Gunfighter Cast is to discuss firearms equipment and training as it relates to self defense from a military, law enforcement and responsible citizen perspective. Founder, Host and Producer: Daniel Shaw, retired marine infantryman, current Director of Training for Thunderbird Tactical, 406 N Seneca, Wichita KS (316)613-2336. [email protected] Host and Producter: John McGregor, […]
GC-096 The Absolutes of Firearms Safety
March 02, 2015 00:38 - 14.1 MBThe purpose of the Gunfighter Cast podcast is to discuss firearms equipment and training as it relates to self defense from a military, law enforcement and responsible citizen perspective. Daniel Shaw, retired marine infantryman, current Director of Training for Thunderbird Tactical, 406 N Seneca, Wichita KS (316)613-2336 John McGregor, retired from full time law enforcement in […]
GC-095 Dave Grossman with a Sense of Urgency
September 01, 2014 00:10 - 51.1 MBThis episode Daniel talks with Lt. Col. Dave Grossman about what motivates evil humans, threats, veterans, and more. You can sign up for the Wichita Sheep Dog Seminar for Churches or find one in your area HERE Join other Gunfighter Cast fans who are supporting us with reoccurring or one time donations HERE Take a […]
GC-094 Trek’s Trek for The Brian Terry Foundation
August 12, 2014 02:15 - 26.9 MBThis episode, Daniel talks with Erik “Trek” Utrecht about his upcoming 2000 mile bicycle ride to raise awareness as well as donations for the Brian Terry Foundation. I will no longer be placing the buckle on Ebay. I’m now giving away two Gunfighter Cast Aegis Enhanced buckles by Ares Gear, one to the person who […]
GC-093 Half Cocked
June 30, 2014 18:28 - 94.2 MBExplicit! Daniel speaks with two of the stars from the animated reality show Half Cocked by Primary Weapons Systems. Dean and Carrie then stepped out of character to talk about PWS reliability, company culture, and 2nd amendment responsibility. While you’re at the PWS YouTube Channel watching the Modern Musket Video, check out Half Cocked to […]
GC-092 We’re Back
May 22, 2014 17:47 - 56.1 MBJohn McGregor and Daniel Shaw return with this thought provoking and profound episode…just kidding, there is not much to it, but we have a heck of a lot coming so subscribe now and check back next week for the next episode. Take a few minutes and check out the products from FirstSpear and if you […]
GC-091 Silent Night Holey Night
December 13, 2013 21:19 - 45 MBGetting all Christmasy and taking a chapter from Kenn Blanchard’s podcasting book by singing carols in this episode of Gunfighter Cast. Just kidding, we talk about all things suppressors and attempt to dispel some myths and general misinformation surrounding these stocking stuffers. Support Gunfighter Cast by downloading Vitals of Defense HERE. Get the episodes you […]