
Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their loved ones from criminal violence. On the ASP Podcast you will hear the true stories of life or death self defense encounters from the men and women that lived them. If you are interested in the Second Amendment, self defense and defensive firearms us... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 398 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | True Crime | |||

On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss the possibility that recent reforms to the National Firearms Act might make future legal challenges more difficult for pla... more
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender Brandon and discuss he and his wife were on their way to do some shopping when they found themselves in the sights of an angry, armed, wanted felon who decided that the ap... more
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss a recent federal court ruling the legality of so-called "Ghost Gun' kits and we detail the rulings finer points.
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This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with former Sheriff's Deputy B.J. and discuss his time as a law enforcement officer and why just prior to hitting the street as a patrolman he turned in his badge and gun and walked away and... more
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Watched the YouTube for years and listened to the podcast for a short time. I have learned a lot from ASP. I know I am better prepared. God Bless the ASP team
Florida man was great - hearing his story was very useful ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
May 2025 edit: Jesus Saves! The episode with Kim on was very educational
June 2026: Humberto is a champ!
Me and the boys at the junkyard love your show. We have it playing 24/7 through the speakers at the junkyard. Even the junkyard dogs stop chewing tires and chains to listen in. Good work.
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This program focuses on real-life self-defense narratives, practical safety guidance, and the legal/policy contexts surrounding firearms and personal protection. Episodes blend first-hand accounts of home invasions, road rage incidents, and on-the-ground confrontations with analyses of decision-making under stress, de-escalation, and the role of training and non-lethal tools. A recurring thread is how laws, court outcomes, and regulatory changes intersect with everyday safety choices, making it helpful for listeners who want actionable lessons, risk assessment tips, and updates on gun-rights policy. A standout aspect is the mix of survivor perspectives, trained instructors, and policy commentary, which together offer both tactical and civic... more
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Recent guests on Active Self Protection Podcast include:
1. Stephen Gutowski
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3. Ilya Stoneman
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5. Barry Todd
6. Stephen Halbrook
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