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Gun Talk Podcasts include the live weekly Nationally-Syndicated Gun Talk delving into everything from Gun Rights and Second Amendment Issues to sport and target shooting, recreational shooting and more. Gun Talk Nation is a fast paced show covering the fun side of firearms. Gun Talk Hunt dives into the hunting side of guns. Become a supporter of this podcast: www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-t... more

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Ian McCollum has spent 15 years on YouTube explaining why weird guns matter — and it turns out he also shoots them in ice water in Finland.

Ryan Gresham sits down with the Forgotten Weapons host to talk about how he got into historical firearms, wh... more

In This Hour:

-- Will the Supreme Court crush state bans on AR-15s and similar firearms? Kostas Moros, of the Second Amendment Foundation. breaks down the worst legal briefs from the gun banners.

-- His wife hated guns until someone tried to break ... more

In This Hour:

-- There's great value in video simulator training for self defense scenarios.

-- Small guns require a different shooting technique.

-- Make sure your carry gun shoots reliabily by running your self defense loads through it.

Gun Tal... more

In This Hour:

-- Red dot sights are the rage, but there's still a good reason to have a laser on your gun.

-- More ways to stash a gun in your vehicle.

-- Ruger stopped making some guns. Will that make those models more valuable?

Gun Talk 11.1.26... more

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Recent Guests

Kostas Moros
Second Amendment Foundation representative who analyzes firearms litigation
Second Amendment Foundation
Episode: AR-15 Bans Face Final Court Test; She Hated Guns Until The Attack; Single Woman's Bear Gun
Mark Smith
CEO of Smith & Wesson
Smith & Wesson
Episode: Smith & Wesson Buys Savage Arms; School Shooting Hero Sparks More Concealed Carry; Are Revolvers Dead?
John Hearne
Retired law enforcement officer and firearms instructor
Rangemaster
Episode: Important Shooting Drills; Can You Shoot Too Quickly?; Buy Gear or Skill?
Paul Reggio
Founder of Barrel Buddy
Barrel Buddy
Episode: A Better Way To Clean Your Gun?; Gun Schools; Remember The Savage 99
Clark Aposhian
Utah radio host, lobbyist and firearms advocate
Utah Shooting Sports Council
Episode: Concealed Carry Guns; Teachers With Guns; An Official State Gun
Todd Bonura
Custom gunsmith, shooter and hunter at Maniacal Arms.
Maniacal Arms
Episode: Gators Coming Mouth-First, Grizzly Bears at Dark & Why KJ Won’t Spearfish | Gun Talk Hunt
Tom Stevenson
Retired Army infantryman, avid hunter and shooter, and gun shop owner.
Episode: Gators Coming Mouth-First, Grizzly Bears at Dark & Why KJ Won’t Spearfish | Gun Talk Hunt
Rich O'Lenick
Gun For Hire owner who intervened in an in-flight passenger assault
Gun For Hire
Episode: Man Duct Taped to His Seat at 35,000 Feet | Gun Talk Nation
Gabe Suarez
Former law enforcement officer and firearms self-defense trainer
Episode: Good Guy Stops School Shooting; Preparing For Disaster; California's Nonresident Carry Permit

Host

Tom Gresham
Host of Gun Talk (and Gun Talk Nation branding), with long-running presence as a central figure.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.8k ratings
  • Mixed

    Fudd Central

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Shitstick1
    United States2 months ago
  • Fan

    Tom is a legend. Shooter, story teller, industry insider, effective interviewer. Relaxing and informative listening while walking or biking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BuckeyeBillAZ
    United States5 months ago
  • Best Firearm Podcast

    Been listening to this Gun Talk for some time now and it is simply outstanding. A wide range of gun topics have done a lot to keep me better informed and involved in the world of firearms

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    martygreene
    United States5 months ago
  • Love this podcast

    Only one complaint. Maybe you can number them, this way we can listen to them in order. Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ColoradokdDesigns
    United States6 months ago
  • Used to be a good show!

    Too many commercials . Michelle and Kamala they could be hyenas at the zoo.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Frank Acavano
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the practical, no-nonsense gun-gear and training content.
Many praise in-depth legal and regulatory discussions and industry insights.
Some viewers note heavy advertising and mixed episode pacing but value the expertise and real-world focus.

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#4
United States/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#42
United States/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#9
Canada/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#97
Canada/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#133
Australia/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#2
South Africa/Leisure/Hobbies

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Revisiting Gun Safety; Collecting 22 Versions Of Big Guns; Vintage Guns
Q: Can old cartridges still do the job as well as newer modern cartridges?
Tom says established rounds such as the .30-06, .270, .257 Roberts, and 7x57 Mauser remain effective, emphasizing shot placement over cartridge novelty.
Revisiting Gun Safety; Collecting 22 Versions Of Big Guns; Vintage Guns
Q: What do you collect that is like .22 versions of centerfire rifles?
Chip collects rimfire rifles modeled after centerfire designs, including the MAS 45, Dakota, Winchester, Kimber, Cooper, and Marlin models.
Smith & Wesson M&P Metal Pistol; Activism Through Letter Writing; Tiny Guns Have Their Place
Q: Tell me about this letter to the editor.
Greg says he wrote a political poem and appeal urging readers to vote, and confirms that the local newspaper published it.
Smith & Wesson M&P Metal Pistol; Activism Through Letter Writing; Tiny Guns Have Their Place
Q: How is it that the Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 Metal pistol feels so much different from the polymer version?
Tom and Steve say the metal model fits the hand differently and feels different when shooting, even though it resembles the polymer model and fits the same holsters.
Are Lasers Still Useful?; Vehicle Gun Storage Secrets; Are Discontinued Guns More Valuable?
Q: What are the pros and cons of using a red dot sight as opposed to a laser sight for a home defense handgun?
The caller values lasers because they can be used without aligning the eye behind the gun and work in low light. Gresham says a laser can supplement iron sights and can also help identify movement during dry-fire practice.

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What is Gun Talk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, gear- and policy-forward program focused on firearms, Second Amendment issues, and real-world use. Episodes frequently cover legal developments affecting ownership (injunctions, NFA rules, licensing), self-defense philosophy, training, and industry updates, paired with product spotlights and interviews with manufacturers, trainers, and policy experts. The show stands out for its long-running, issue-driven coverage of gun rights, its mix of legal analysis and field-tested gear guidance, and a venue where industry insiders share both historical context and cutting-edge developments. For potential listeners, it's a deep-dly practical resource whether you're a gun owner seeking training tips, a dealer tracking regulatory changes, o... more

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1. Kostas Moros
2. Mark Smith
3. John Hearne
4. Paul Reggio
5. Clark Aposhian
6. Todd Bonura
7. Tom Stevenson
8. Rich O'Lenick

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