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TAKING AIM

Aimpoint
Aimpoint
Red Dot Sights
Turkey Hunting
Red Dot Sight
Long Range Shooting
Ballistics
Uscca
Gabby Franco
The Tactical Games
Self-Defense Law
Mental Performance
Close Quarters Combat
Silencers/suppressors
Bone Collector
Bone Collector Podcast
Claude Werner
Concealed Carry
Self-Defense Liability Insurance
Top Shot
Olympic Games

The official Aimpoint podcast. For more than 5 decades, Aimpoint has pioneered electric red dot sighting technology used by hunters and competitive shooters around the world. Now, we’re bringing you insights from influential voices in firearms culture. Dive into the 2A lifestyle with hunters, veterans, tactical experts, instructors, law enforcement, and even celebrities. The show is hosted by Rich... more

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In this episode of Taking Aim, some of the most impactful conversations from the podcast with renowned firearms instructors like Mike Pannone and Scott Jedlinski, as well former Navy SEAL Andy Stumpf are revisited. Together, they explore the mindset ... more

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In this episode of the Taking Aim Podcast, host Rich Nance sits down with Ken Good — Navy SEAL veteran, low light combat pioneer, and founder of Shooter First — to explore the principles behind operating and fighting effectively in low light environm... more

In this episode of Taking Aim, host Rich Nance sits down with Scott St. Clair — Marine Corps veteran, BJJ black belt, former 14 year law enforcement sergeant and SWAT team leader, and now full time head instructor for Effective Fitness Combatives — f... more

In this episode of the Taking Aim podcast, host Rich Nance sits down with Jeff Siewert, a recently retired ballistics engineer with 40 years of experience and the author of Ammunition Demystified, for one of the most genuinely educational conversatio... more

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Jeff Siewert
Ballistics engineer, founder of Bulletology
Bulletology
Episode: What Actually Happens Inside a Cartridge Case in the Milliseconds After You Pull the Trigger (w/ Jeff Siewert)
Michael Waddell
The Bone Collector, hunter and media personality
Bone Collector / Bone Collector TV
Episode: The Bone Collector on Turkey Calling, Red Dots and Why Hunters Are the Original Self Reliant Americans (w/ Michael Waddell)
Michelle Waterson
Professional MMA fighter and actress
Former Invicta FC Adam Waite champion; UFC/Strike Force veteran
Episode: The Karate Hottie Reveals What Nobody Sees Before She Walks Into the Octagon
John Enloe
Technical Services Manager, Aimpoint
Aimpoint
Episode: 20 Years at Aimpoint With the World's Most Trusted Red Dot (w/John Enloe)
John Snow
Outdoor Life shooting editor
Outdoor Life
Episode: The Truth About Long Range Hunting Nobody Wants to Admit with Outdoor Life’s Editor John Snow
Gabby Franco
Olympic shooter, Top Shot competitor, mental performance coach
None specified
Episode: From Venezuelan Teen to Olympian: How Gabby Franco Conquered Shooting With Her Mind
Nick Irving
Avid shooter, former U.S. Army Ranger and Sniper, author of The Reaper
Former U.S. Army, author, public speaker
Episode: He Was Colorblind… And Became One of America's Deadliest Snipers (w/ Nick Irving)
Erick Gelhaus
Law enforcement veteran, firearms instructor, founder of Cougar Mountain Solutions
Cougar Mountain Solutions
Episode: Expert Erick Gelhaus Explains How to Master a Pistol with Red Dots
Ryan Cleckner
Attorney, firearms law expert, author, and educator; testified before Congress on ATF matters
Attorney at firearms law practice; former Remington and NSSF staff; founder of Rocket FFL, FFL Safe, Gun University
Episode: From Ranger Sniper to Testifying About ATF in Congress – Ryan Cleckner Details His Experience

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Richard Nance
Host of TAKING AIM; lifelong martial artist and retired Police Sergeant with law enforcement experience including SWAT leadership and defensive tactics supervision

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Kelly McCann episode

    Kelly is a true living legend. Rich Nance sums up Kelly’s importance at the close when he says that Kelly is a victim of his own success; having innovated so many practices and ideas that have become industry standard, then taught to successive generations of instructors to the point they don’t even know to attribute the idea to Kelly.

    It’s true; all of it.

    Listen carefully to Kelly’s hard won wisdom, and ignore it at your peril.

    The episode should be considered foundational.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JohnFitzpatrick3
    United States8 months ago

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Guests are described as highly credible experts whose insights translate into actionable advice.
Listeners likely value the host's credibility and the practical, no-nonsense approach to firearms training and gear.
The show is perceived as foundational by some listeners for advanced ballistics and tactical training concepts.

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Will Brantley Reveals Why Red Dots Are Secretly Taking Over Deer & Turkey Hunting
Q: What are your thoughts on using red-dot sights for hunting, especially in wooded, close-range environments?
Red dots provide an intuitive aiming point that helps you keep the gun on the target quickly, which is especially valuable at close ranges or in timber where long sight pictures are impractical. They reduce the chance of missing due to momentary misalignment and let you focus more on the target rather than lining up traditional sights.
Inside the Mind of a Backcountry Hunter Who’s Seen It All
Q: How did you get started writing about hunting and what kept you going?
A combination of natural writing ability and a long reading background; college helped refine fundamentals, but authentic passion and topics you love kept the career thriving.
Bronze Star Medal Marine’s Transition to Mossberg - Jeremy Stafford’s Wild Journey
Q: You were awarded the Bronze Star with the V device—what are some key lessons you took from combat that still apply to policing and teaching today?
The core lesson is that you are only as good as how hard you train and how well you manage stress; fear is real in combat, but with training and the right mindset you push through and execute. You must be willing to place yourself in position to win, not just stay safe, and you must operate with a clear decision to act when necessary.
Expert Erick Gelhaus Explains How to Master a Pistol with Red Dots
Q: Can you talk about the role of visualization and training aids (like occluded optics) in improving accuracy under stress?
Gelhaus covers training methods that keep the shooter's attention on the target while using the dot as a guide, and explains how occluded optics help shooters develop the skill of using the optic and sight line with both eyes open, improving retention and adaptability.
Expert Erick Gelhaus Explains How to Master a Pistol with Red Dots
Q: What prompted the shift from iron sights to red dots in your training, and how do you teach the transition?
He describes the feedback the dot provides for speed and precision, the importance of stable sight picture, and building from foundational dry-fire to live-fire practice with emphasis on eye focus, target transitions, and keeping both eyes open.

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TAKING AIM centers on firearms culture, training, and real-world applications of red-dot optics and shooting technique. Episodes frequently feature elite instructors, military veterans, law enforcement professionals, competitive shooters, and hunting media personalities who share technical insights, gear evaluations, and practical storytelling. The show tends to blend deep-dive tutorials with behind-the-scenes perspectives on training philosophy, gear selection, and the realities of high-stakes shooting, making it a strong fit for professionals seeking credibility, and enthusiasts chasing actionable tactics and industry context. A notable strength is its roster of subject-matter experts and veterans who translate complex concepts into acces... more

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1. Jeff Siewert
2. Michael Waddell
3. Michelle Waterson
4. John Enloe
5. John Snow
6. Gabby Franco
7. Nick Irving
8. Erick Gelhaus

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