Practi-Cast
21 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsThe place for the combative and competitive application of firearms training and technology. A.J. Zito and Seth Blair discuss various topics about competitive shooting, concealed carry, survival, defensive training, professional practice, and much much more within the firearms world.
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Episodes
The Lost Episodes: Nats Recap
April 27, 2020 16:53 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBIn this previously unreleased episode, A.J. Zito and Seth M. Blair talk about Seth's experience at the 2019 Nationals. Produced by Spencer Meyer. "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s
We're Back!
September 09, 2019 17:51 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this episode, A.J. Zito and Seth Blair talk about what's been going on during the show's hiatus. Produced by Spencer Meyer. "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s
Modality
July 01, 2019 13:28 - 30 minutes - 21.5 MBWe're back! Sort of... In this episode, recorded in April of 2019, A.J. and Seth discuss Steve Anderson's modes of shooting, A Modern Samurai Project class, and how to get MAD GAINZ!!! Produced by Spencer Meyers "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s
Evolution of a Shooter
April 23, 2019 04:00 - 35 minutes - 16.4 MBIn this episode, A.J. and Seth discuss evolving as a shooter. We cover some thoughts on how to evaluate new techniques, how to keep making gains, and some pitfalls in training. "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s
Matt Little of Greybeard Actual
April 02, 2019 13:31 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBIn the this episode, A.J. Zito and Seth Blair talk to Matt Little of Greybeard Actual. Matt is a former Special Forces soldier and full-time SWAT Officer. We discuss training, growth, and the future. Don't miss it!
Path to Success
February 18, 2019 13:32 - 32 minutes - 45 MBIn this episode, A.J. and Seth talk about the different paths to success when it comes to shooting, and how shooters achieve the same end goal through different means. "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s
Emotionless Shooting
January 21, 2019 12:33 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MBIn this episode, A.J. and Seth discuss the importance of shooting without emotion. "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s
Building a Training Plan
January 14, 2019 06:00 - 38 minutes - 53.6 MBIn the this episode, A.J. Zito and Seth Blair discuss how to set up a basic practice session plan. Lots of things you probably aren't doing that are holding your practice back! "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch
Scott Jedlinski Interview
January 07, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 117 MBIn the this episode, we talk to our friend Scott Jedlinski of Modern Samurai Project. We discuss his origins, the pursuit of the red dot, the development of his Black Belt Standards, as well as why competition is so important for all shooters! "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s
Common Shooting Misconceptions
December 03, 2018 14:11 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MBIn this episode, A.J. and Seth give their takes on some common shooting techniques and mantras that are often misunderstood. Grip strength, trigger reset, and front sight focus as well as others. "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s
Making Shooting a Priority
November 19, 2018 14:00 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MBIn the this episode, A.J. Zito and Seth Blair discuss what it takes to make shooting a priority in their lives. Also discussed is level of participation, discipline over motivation, and sacrifice in the name of shooting better. "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s
Handgun Mods
November 12, 2018 09:00 - 45 minutes - 63.4 MBIn the this episode, A.J. Zito and Seth Blair discuss common pistol modifications, as well as the modifications they perform to both their carry and competition guns. "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s
Match Prep
October 29, 2018 08:00 - 28 minutes - 40.1 MBIn the this episode, A.J. Zito and Seth Blair talk about match prep. Guns, gear, nutrition, and hydration. "It’s what the body craves!" "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s
Carry Gear Considerations
October 23, 2018 15:47 - 42 minutes - 58.5 MBIn the this episode, A.J. Zito and Seth Blair discuss their carry gear. Guns, holsters, knives, lights, and medical gear are all mentioned here as well as why certain items are selected over others. "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s
Intro to Red Dots
October 15, 2018 21:08 - 34 minutes - 48.3 MBIn the this episode, A.J. Zito and Seth Blair introduce you to the world of pistol mounted red dots. Some topics include dot size, focal points, and types of red dot sights. "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s
The 1-Second Draw
October 12, 2018 17:22 - 32 minutes - 44.6 MBIn the this episode, A.J. Zito and Seth Blair answer some listener questions regarding concealment and the 1-second draw. Included are some tips to speed up your draw. "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s
Comparison, Losing, and Motivation
October 05, 2018 12:35 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MBComparison is a thief. In the this episode, A.J. Zito and Seth Blair debate the use of comparison with one's self and others. Also, the importance of losing and the use of metrics. "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s
Buying Skill
September 23, 2018 18:27 - 24 minutes - 34.7 MBIn this episode, A.J. Zito and Seth Blair talk about the concepts of "buying skill" vs. chasing skill with things like gear and gun changes. Also discussed are ways to make gear work if need be. "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s
Performance Tracking
September 22, 2018 23:31 - 28 minutes - 39 MBA New Hope: In this episode, A.J. Zito and Seth Blair discuss performance tracking, its benefits, and how to employ it as well as using video analysis as a shooter. "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s
The Ego
September 18, 2018 00:26 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBIn the this episode, A.J. Zito and Seth Blair talk about the ego, and how it relates to performance and training. We get a little existential in this one... "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s
Who We Are
September 17, 2018 17:16 - 28 minutes - 39.9 MBWelcome to Practi-Cast: The Podcast for Practical Performance Training and Technologies. In the this episode, A.J. Zito and Seth Blair talk about their backgrounds and the formation of Practical Performance. "Drifter" Courtesy of ©NADA Copyright Free Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIhvAThPer8&list=WL&index=85&t=16s