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The Weekly Reload Podcast

Stephen Gutowski
Second Amendment
Gun Rights
NRA
Gun Control
Supreme Court
Gun Policy
Kamala Harris
National Firearms Act
ATF
Donald Trump
Trump Administration
Department Of Justice
National Rifle Association
Assault Weapons Ban
Biden Administration
Gun Sales
Virginia
Glock
Gun Violence
Hawaii

A podcast from The Reload that offers sober, serious firearms reporting and analysis. It focuses on gun policy, politics, and culture. Tune in to hear from Reload Founder Stephen Gutowski and special guests from across the gun world each week.

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Latest Episodes

Contributing writer Jake Fogleman and I discuss the latest injunction issued by a state court judge against Virginia's "assault firearms" ban which would block its enforcement across the entire commonwealth. We also cover resurfaced video of Texas Se... more

The Supreme Court has taken up a Second Amendment challenge to a pair of AR-15 sales bans. It's one of the most consequential in the Court's history of gun cases.

To discuss it, we have someone who has been around for that entire history and played ... more

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Contributing writer Jake Fogleman and I discuss the US Supreme Court finally agreeing to review the constitutionality of bans on AR-15s and similar rifles next term. We also provide a status update on Virginia's new ban on those same weapons, which o... more

This week, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) struck down Hawaii's broadest gun-carry restriction.

To discuss the outcome of the case, we have the lawyer who won it on the show. Wolford v. Lopez was Alan Beck's first case at SCOTUS, and... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Mittendorf
Professor of Accounting, Ohio State University
Ohio State University
Episode: NRA Faces New Financial Peril (Ft. OSU's Brian Mittendorf)
Matt Larosiere
Gun rights lawyer
Fuddbusters / NRA litigation efforts (plaintiff attorney in Florida case)
Episode: Florida Waves White Flag on Gun Waiting Periods (Ft. Matt Larosiere)
Matthew Hoy
Reload member who shares his background and discusses his book
The Reload member
Episode: Virginia Denies Individual Right to Arms in AR-15 Ban Case; DOJ Investigates Philly Over Gun-Carry Permit Revocations
John Gramlich
Associate Director at Pew Research Center
Pew Research Center
Episode: Gun Murder Slides as Gun Suicides Surge (Ft. Pew's John Gramlich)
Aymann Ismail
Senior writer at Slate Magazine
Slate Magazine
Episode: Is New Jersey Discriminating Against Minority Gun Owners? (Ft. Slate's Aymann Ismail)
Jeff Asher
Crime data analyst, frequent guest on the show
Datalytics
Episode: Murder Rate Continues Plummet; NY Governor Signs 3D Printer, Glock Bans
Ayman Ishmael
Writer for Slate
Slate
Episode: Murder Rate Continues Plummet; NY Governor Signs 3D Printer, Glock Bans
Larry Keane
Representative of the National Shooting Sports Foundation
National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF)
Episode: How ATF's New Regulations Change the Gun Industry (Ft. NSSF's Larry Keane)
Larry Keene
Spokesperson, National Shooting Sports Foundation
National Shooting Sports Foundation
Episode: ATF Publishes Full Details of Rule Proposals; DOJ Sues Colorado Over AR-15, Magazine Bans

Hosts

Stephen Gutowski
Founder and host focused on serious firearms reporting and gun policy analysis.
Jake Fogleman
Host and contributing writer on gun policy and politics; provides newsroom-style reporting and analysis.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 141 ratings
  • Liberty minded 2A

    Great show for those wanting to keep up on news and legislation affecting our sacred Second Amendment.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iPhone0772
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    A very interesting podcast about what’s new in guns and gun politics.

    I will say I find the sports banter completely boring.

    I wish you would stop wasting so much time talking about your home sports teams

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Docduracoat
    United States3 years ago
  • SPORTS TALK

    PLEASE STOP THE SPORTS TALK BANTER. Your podcast is EXCELLENT. You are more informed and insightful than any attorney you have on. But, when you talk about the eagles, I swerve off the road to hit the fast forward button. Other than the useless sports banter your podcast is the best on gun issues. Thanks for all the time and research you do.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    High G Flyer
    United States3 years ago
  • Informative and refreshing take on firearms news

    Stephen does a fantastic job making complex and often misunderstood firearms and legal topics understandable with zero excess hype or drama. He has a very professional and business like demeanor but also clearly has a passion for the topics he covers. I really enjoy the news segments, as he also has a very good cast of news analysts to keep the topics and discussions fresh and relevant.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gorilla2k
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent show but….

    …please invest in a better microphone and some sound treatment. The sibilance is killing my ears!

    Aside from that, great work! Carry on.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bogachiel Cambuza
    United States3 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Very informed and balanced analysis of gun policy and legal developments.
Some listeners want less sports banter and more focus on policy and law.
Appreciate the no-drama, professional reporting style and strong guest lineup.

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Virginia Denies Individual Right to Arms in AR-15 Ban Case; DOJ Investigates Philly Over Gun-Carry Permit Revocations
Q: Can you tell us about your forthcoming book and how it ties into gun reporting and fact checking?
Hoy discusses his book Fact Checking Frauds, which critiques the process of fact checking and argues for journalism grounded in beat reporting and verifiable data, including sections on how firearm reporting is covered by the media and the importance of evidence-based claims.
Virginia Denies Individual Right to Arms in AR-15 Ban Case; DOJ Investigates Philly Over Gun-Carry Permit Revocations
Q: Tell us a little bit about your background with firearms and how you got involved in gun reporting.
Matthew Hoy explains he didn't grow up around guns but became motivated to carry after personal threats and a desire for self-defense; his journalism background and blog led him toward firearms reporting, and he later joined The Reload where he discusses gun policy and safety.
Is New Jersey Discriminating Against Minority Gun Owners? (Ft. Slate's Aymann Ismail)
Q: What happened when you tried for a second permit and how did it change your view?
After the second application, there were more procedural oddities, including address-related requests, but ultimately the permit was issued, which highlighted how variability in who reviews applications can influence outcomes even when the law supports eligibility.
Is New Jersey Discriminating Against Minority Gun Owners? (Ft. Slate's Aymann Ismail)
Q: Why did you decide to go through the process of buying a gun?
I wanted to get closer to the story and write about what people experience, so I opted to go through the process to understand what it feels like and what barriers are actually in place, beyond what I read in articles.
What Does ATF's New Gun Rule Package Do? (Ft. SAF's Kostas Moros)
Q: Absolutely. So first off, let's just start with, from the Second Amendment Foundation point of view, why did you guys accept the invitation?
Kostas Moros explains that attending was a cautious, optimistic choice by SAF, given the uncertainty of the announcements and the value of being in the room to assess the package against SAF's mission and legal interpretations.

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A sober, policy-focused show that centers firearm regulation, politics, and the gun-rights landscape, featuring in-depth analysis of new rules, court decisions, and legislative developments. The hosts pair rigorous reporting with practical commentary from industry insiders, attorneys, and advocacy groups, offering nuanced perspectives on how changes at the federal and state levels affect dealers, manufacturers, and gun owners. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on legal frameworks (Bruin, NFA, Brady Act) and regulatory developments, along with a steady stream of expert guests across the gun-policy world. This podcast is especially useful for listeners who want clear, data-driven breakdowns of policy actions and their real-world implicati... more

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6. Jeff Asher
7. Ayman Ishmael
8. Larry Keane

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