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Firearm Trainer's Podcast For American Firearm Instructors

Concealed Carry Inc
Firearm Training
Second Amendment
Firearms Training
Self-Defense
Firearm Safety
NRA
Firearm Trainers Association
USCCA
NRA Annual Meeting
Mental Health
Brandon Fisher
Suicide Prevention
Gun Safety
Church Security
Law Enforcement
Gun Alert
Force Science Institute
School Safety
Business Development
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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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Latest Episodes

In this week’s episode we talk with Ken Campbell about the 50th Anniversary celebration at Gunsite 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 ... more

In this week’s episode we be talking with Seth Swerczek about pistol bullets from Hornady

For listeners of this podcast I want to give you an advance heads up on a new product from MantisX called the Tor-X available the first week of August 2024. ... more

In this week’s episode, we will be talking with Kevin Dixie “KD” about his property his Greenwood property and how he uses it with Kids to Kings KSG Holsters are professional-grade Kydex hand-crafted in the USA and are available for a large variety o... more

In this week’s episode, we will be talking with Scott Meyer about his new company, Resolution Tactics, in Mason, Ohio This episode is brought to you by the ConcealedCarry.com firearm instructor network. ConcealedCarry.com is always looking for qualit... more

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Recent Guests

Seth Swerczek
Ammunition expert from Hornady Manufacturing
Hornady Manufacturing
Episode: Hornady Bullets
Kevin Dixie
Founder of No Other Choice Training
No Other Choice Training
Episode: Kevin Dixe and Greenwood
Scott Meyer
Founder/Owner of Resolution Tactics
Resolution Tactics
Episode: Resolution Tactics
Ron Andring
NRA reform advocate and member who speaks about governance changes and member engagement
NRA Members Take Back Our NRA
Episode: NRA Reform Background
Buck Steele
Representative/guest from Anechoic Suppressors
Anechoic Suppressors
Episode: Anechoic Suppressors
Mike Harris
Director of Public Policy, Gun Owner Action League (GOAL)
Gun Owner Action League (GOAL)
Episode: Gun Owner Action League
John Green
Director of Education and Training, Gun Owner Action League (GOAL)
Gun Owner Action League (GOAL)
Episode: Gun Owner Action League
John Howard
Director of Education and Training at NRA Education and Training Department
NRA Education and Training Department
Episode: NRA Education and Training Update 2026
Ed Zhou
Project Manager for Education and Training
NRA Education and Training Department
Episode: NRA Education and Training Update 2026

Host

Rob
Host of the show, often guiding interviews and delivering practical training and industry context.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • The host loves listening to himself. He can't be quiet long enough for the guests to say anything.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    patient1212
    2 months ago
  • Great Host and Podcast

    Rob does an amazing job on this podcast!! Super informative and entertaining!! A must if you are a 2nd amendment supporter!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kelley Defense
    United Statesa year ago
  • Nice one rob!

    The uncle is strong with this one. ACAB

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maxlwwl
    United States3 years ago
  • A must for instructors

    Great podcast to keep up to date of what others and the industry is doing. Thanks Rob

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TecGuy77
    United States3 years ago
  • Thank you

    Thank you! I learn something new with EVERY show. Again I say thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coachsean702
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise the host's practical focus and up-to-date industry insights.
The show is seen as essential listening for firearms instructors seeking business and training best practices.
Instructors value the practical, actionable training content and guest expertise.
Audience appreciates guest variety, from policy to technology to training tactics, and sponsor integrations.

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Hornady Bullets
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about what Hornady's got in the pistol line with their critical duty, critical defense?
Seth explains that critical defense and critical duty are Hornady's flagship pistol ammo lines, with critical defense aimed at self-defense and critical duty designed for duty carry. He notes that critical defense is the top-selling SKU and emphasizes the features like terminal performance, the FTX/ flex tip, and the FBI testing accolades that underpin the product's reliability and effectiveness.
NRA Reform Background
Q: What is somebody alive or dead that you would be interested in meeting and why?
Ron explains an interest in figures from Revolutionary War through World War II history, citing George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and George Patton as individuals whose lessons could inform today's organizational resilience and leadership challenges.
Gun Owner Action League
Q: What is somebody alive or dead that you would like to meet and why?
John Green would like to meet his great grandfather, a hunter, to discuss hunting and family history, and to reflect on the passage of tradition across generations.
NRA Education and Training Update 2026
Q: Can you summarize the major program updates coming from the Education and Training Department?
The department implemented a fee increase for non-members to balance cost with members, revised suspension and revocation policies, is updating the BIT curriculum and Trainers Guide, and is expanding the Range Safety Officer ratings to include youth-focused pathways, while finalizing an optics chapter for pistol-related curricula with standardized terminology for civilian training.
HatPoint Target Stands
Q: Tell us about the six-foot stick and shipping considerations.
There is a two-piece stick with a coupler system in development to achieve six-foot height while keeping shipping costs down. This design aims to reduce long, bulky shipments and improve logistics for instructors who travel or ship gear to multiple ranges.

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A show focused on helping firearm instructors grow successful training businesses while improving teaching skills across civilian, law enforcement, and military contexts. Episodes cover curriculum updates, regulatory impacts, gear and training tech, and industry events, often featuring policy experts, manufacturers, range owners, and educator advocates. Notable strengths include hands-on gear demos, practitioner-focused insights, and a clear emphasis on safety, mentorship, and community building for instructors. This mix makes it useful for instructors seeking practical tips, policy context, and connections to sponsors or brands that support training programs.

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1. Seth Swerczek
2. Kevin Dixie
3. Scott Meyer
4. Ron Andring
5. Buck Steele
6. Mike Harris
7. John Green
8. John Howard

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