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073 Live from Clearwater, Florida!
3/22/2012
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Duration: 45:31

We had most of the gang down to shoot the Florida State IDPA match at Wyoming Antelope Club in Clearwater, Florida so we decided to record a podcast. We were down there without the intrepid Steve to guide us but we muddled along and somehow got this together. We talk about the match, shooting when injured or [...]
072 LIONS AND TIGERS AND BEARS, OH MY!
1/15/2012
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Duration: 81:21

It was world news a few months ago when a crazed man released his menagerie of wild animals upon his community, and then committed suicide. It was left to the Muskingum County, Ohio Sheriff’s Department under Sheriff Matt Lutz to contain the dangerous animals before they could maul or kill citizens. A link is provided here [...]
Closing Remarks – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 20
10/27/2011
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Duration: 5:06

Alan Gottlieb Joseph Tartaro ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
Open Carry, Concealed Carry and “Constitutional Carry” – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 19
10/27/2011
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Duration: 26:54

Charles F. Heller Rev. Kenn Blanchard Nik Clark ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
Where are the Women on the Front Lines? – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 18
10/27/2011
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Duration: 38:58

Genie Jennings Valinda Rowe Colleen Lawson Dr. Paula Bratich ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
Knife Rights: Second Front in Right to Keep and Bear Arms – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 17
10/27/2011
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Duration: 27:13

Doug Ritter Tom Gresham David Jensen Esq. ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
The Fight Over Patient Privacy and Medical Practices – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 16
10/27/2011
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Duration: 25:56

Timothy Wheeler MD John Wipfler MD ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
What Supreme Court History Tells Us – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 15
10/26/2011
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Duration: 33:00

David T. Hardy Esq. David Kopel Esq. ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
New Perspectives on Establishment Media Bias – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 14
10/26/2011
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Duration: 35:03

Brian Patrick Malia Zimmerman Don Irvine ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
Concealed Carry and Gun Free School Zones – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 13
10/26/2011
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Duration: 39:39

Alan Korwin David Gross Mark Walters David Burnett ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
What ATF and Government Regulations Mean to Gunowners – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 12
10/26/2011
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Duration: 33:30

Mark Westrom Andre Queen Robert Lesmeister ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
The Obama Administration’s “Fast and Furious” Fiasco – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 11
10/26/2011
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Duration: 33:19

David Codrea David Workman ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
Gun Fight: The Battle over the Right to Keep and Bear Arms – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 10
10/26/2011
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Duration: 21:43

Adam Winkler ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
Personal Defense and the Justice System – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 09
10/26/2011
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Duration: 32:11

Massad Ayoob Kathy Jackson Chris Bird ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
Post McDonald Litigation to Regain Lost Rights – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 08
10/26/2011
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Duration: 54:29

Alan Gura Esq. Donald Kilmer Esq. David Jensen Esq. David Sigale Esq. ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
Awards Luncheon – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 07
10/26/2011
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Duration: 70:16

Tom Gresham Joe Walsh Plaintiffs of Various SAF Lawsuits Award Presentations ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
US Sovereignty, the UN and the Hidden International Gun Control Agenda – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 06
10/26/2011
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Duration: 36:22

Alan Gottlieb Silvia Gentile Gary Burris D. Allen Youngman Sheldon Clare ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
State Legislative Affairs Briefing II – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 05
10/26/2011
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Duration: 39:20

Joe Waldron Gene Hoffman Hon. Phillip Journey Andy Allen Jeff Nass ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
State Legislative Affairs Briefing I – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 04
10/26/2011
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Duration: 42:41

Hon. Sam Slom Richard Pearson Jim Wallace John Cushman Jim Irvine ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
Federal Affairs Briefing – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 03
10/21/2011
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Duration: 32:02

John M. Snyder Larry Pratt Chris Knox Mark Barnes ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
Federal Courts and Your Future Liberties – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 02
10/21/2011
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Duration: 16:53

Sandra Froman ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
State of the Gun Rights Battle – Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 – 01
10/21/2011
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Duration: 15:03

State of the Gun Rights Battle The Road Traveled – Joseph Tartaro The Road Ahead – Alan Gottlieb ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2011 in Podcast form.The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio.
071 The Gun Dudes’ Wives!!!
10/19/2011
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Duration: 51:37

Finally our long anticipated visit with the Gun Dude’s Wives. Listen while the women dish the dirt about Carl, Stan, Tom and Travis. Join us as we get the rest of the story from Christy, Cheryl, Danica and Sherri. The Gun Dudes will never be the same. The Gun Dudes
070 Talking About Concealed Carry Purses with Kathy Jackson of the Cornered Cat.
9/11/2011
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Duration: 67:44

It’s another ProArms Broadcast!! Links for this BroadCast: Firearms Academy of Seattle The Cornered Cat What are you compensating for? Rangemaster Gun Rights Policy Conference Purse Companies: The Concealment Shop Coronado Designer Concealed Carry Galco Gun Totin Mamas Ladies Protection
069 Technology Jon
8/28/2011
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Duration: 72:48

Gail and Jon Hodoway talk about technology in the gun world and more. We’re back with new editing software, please be patient, there’s a learning curve. Thanks to all the listeners for your support during this break, now hopefully we will ba back on track with our fortnightly podcasts.
068 JOE ZAMUDIO, ARMED CITIZEN HERO
5/1/2011
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Duration: 53:45

You heard about Joe Zamudio, the armed citizen hero who helped stop the Tucson Massacre last January, and heard clips of his comments on TV and YouTube. Now, for the first time, hear his whole story in his own words, at a Massad Ayoob Group class hosted by Dan Southard’s Gator Farms Tactical in Sierra Vista, [...]
067 The Two Jon Podcast
4/30/2011
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Duration: 79:25

After a loooong break, with many excuses for not posting a Podcast. Honest… I ran out of gas. I… I had a flat tire. I didn’t have enough money for cab fare. My tux didn’t come back from the cleaners. An old friend came in from out of town. Someone stole my car. There was an earthquake. A terrible flood. Locusts! IT WASN’T MY FAULT, [...]
066 ProArms BroadCast meets the Practical Defense Podcast
2/11/2011
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Duration: 76:11

Alex Haddox and Gail interview Martial Arts Champion Graciela Casillas-Tortorelli. Graciela is living proof that strength and femininity are not mutually exclusive attributes. The holder of world championships in multiple fighting forms, from boxing to kick-boxing, Graciela discusses her famous incident on the Pacific Coast Highway when a rapist became a classic example of what [...]
Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 – 17
1/28/2011
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Duration: 33:10

ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 in Podcast form. The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio. For More Information or to purchase a CD containing this and past conferences visit the Second Amendment Foundation’s Website.
Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 – 16
1/28/2011
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Duration: 32:25

ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 in Podcast form. The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio. For More Information or to purchase a CD containing this and past conferences visit the Second Amendment Foundation’s Website.
065 JOHN HANLON REMEMBERS
1/10/2011
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Duration: 96:20

The ProArms crew is proud to bring you an interview with one of the survivors of the cataclysmic gunfight that occurred in a southern Miami suburb now known as Pinecrest, 25 years ago this coming April 11. New information continues to emerge from this extremely complicated engagement. It had been reported that Hanlon had passed out [...]
Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 – 15
12/28/2010
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Duration: 28:07

On Campus Safety: The Battle Continues David Burnett, president and director of public relations, Students for Concealed Carry on Campus Rick Walker, western regional director, Students for Concealed Carry on Campus Jim Manley, staff attorney, Mountain States Legal Foundation ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 in Podcast form. The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller [...]
Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 – 14
12/28/2010
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Duration: 41:42

Countering the Establishment Media Bias Tom Gresham, host of Gun Talk radio show, board member, CCRKBA Declan McCullagh, chief political correspondent, C-NET / CBS Interactive Malia Zimmerman, editor, Hawaii Reporter Don Irvine, president, Accuracy in Media ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 in Podcast form. The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio. For More [...]
Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 – 13
12/28/2010
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Duration: 40:08

Knife Rights – The Second Front in Defense of the Second Amendment Doug Ritter, founder and chairman, KnifeRights.org Todd Rathner, NRA director and KnifeRights.org director of legislative affairs Les deAsis, founder and president, Benchmade Knife Company Tom Gresham, host of Gun Talk radio show, board member CCRKBA ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 in Podcast [...]
Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 – 12
12/20/2010
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Duration: 23:36

The Progressive Right to Keep and Bear Arms Movement Joseph Tartaro, editor of Gun Week, president, Second Amendment Foundation Zakariah Johnson, former chair, Blue Steel Democrats Gary Mauser, Professor Emeritus, Institute for Canadian Urban Research Studies, Simon Fraser University ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 in Podcast form. The recordings are courtesy of [...]
Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 – 11
12/20/2010
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Duration: 40:59

Diversity Among Pro-Gunners Paxton Quigley, firearms trainer – author, Armed and Female Nicki Stallard, representing Pink Pistols Timothy Wheeler MD, director, Doctors for Responsible Gun Ownership David Theroux, president, Independent Institute ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 in Podcast form. The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio. For More Information or to [...]
Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 – 10
12/19/2010
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Duration: 32:30

Gun Rights and the Mid-Term Elections Alan Gottlieb, chairman, American Political Action Committee John Fields, executive director, California Rifle and Pistol Association John Velleco, legislative Director, Gun Owners of America ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 in Podcast form. The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio. For More Information or to [...]
Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 – 09
12/19/2010
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Duration: 23:31

States Rights vs. Federalism: The Firearms Freedom Movement Gary Marbut, president, Montana Shooting Sports Association Michael Boldin, director, Tenth Amendment Center Nick Dranias, legal director, Gun Owners of America ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 in Podcast form. The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio. For More Information or to purchase [...]
Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 – 08
12/19/2010
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Duration: 28:35

The Success and Future of Concealed Carry Massad Ayoob, SAF board member, Massad Ayoob Group Bill Caffrey, editorial adviser, Handgun Club of America Alan Korwin, author and president, Bloomfield Press ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 in Podcast form. The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio. For More Information or to [...]
Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 – 07
12/19/2010
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Duration: 44:00

Building on the McDonald Decision. Alan Gura, Esq. Lead counsel in Heller and McDonald Supreme Court Cases Gene Hoffman, President, CalGuns Foundation Donald Kilmer, Esq. constitutional issues litigator, attorney in Nordyke Case ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 in Podcast form. The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio. For More Information [...]
064 ProArms Broadcast – Women in the Gun Media Part Deux
12/3/2010
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Duration: 78:52

First off we visit with Suzi Huntington the Editor of American Cop Magazine. Suzi shares with us her vast experience of being a police officer especially being a woman in a “mans” world. Then we talk about her newest career, since she “retired” (as if anyone who works so hard can be considered “retired”), as [...]
063 Rhino? Why, yes!
11/19/2010
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Duration: 1:45:54

The Rhino is a homely beast but you should try one, at the least. – With apologies to Ogden Nash. This is a long episode. First the ProArms team was charged with testing a Chiappa Rhino and we found a lot to like about this new revolver of revolutionary design. In the second part we talk with Grant [...]
062 Training Roundtable
10/24/2010
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Duration: 35:44

We get a bunch of friends, students, instructors, podcasters, listeners and our contest winner, together at a recent MAG40 class to talk about the class, training in general and having a good time. Links from this episode: United States Concealed Carry Association The Cornered Cat Gun Rights News Podcast Back Row: Mas, Steve, Gary, John, Mike, Norm, Middle: Gail, Terri Front: [...]
Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 – 06
10/20/2010
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Duration: 80:10

Bob Barr Tom Gresham ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 in Podcast form. The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio. For More Information or to purchase a CD containing this and past conferences visit the Second Amendment Foundation’s Website.
Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 – 05
10/20/2010
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Duration: 23:38

Julianne Versnel Sheldon Clare Wiliam McGrath Alan M. Gottlieb ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 in Podcast form. The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio. For More Information or to purchase a CD containing this and past conferences visit the Second Amendment Foundation’s Website.
Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 – 04
10/20/2010
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Duration: 47:19

John R. Lott Eugene Volokh ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 in Podcast form. The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio. For More Information or to purchase a CD containing this and past conferences visit the Second Amendment Foundation’s Website.
Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 – 03
10/20/2010
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Duration: 38:57

Sam Slom Tom Pederson Richard Pearson Jim Wallace ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 in Podcast form. The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio. For More Information or to purchase a CD containing this and past conferences visit the Second Amendment Foundation’s Website.
Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 – 02
10/20/2010
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Duration: 36:26

Federal Affairs Briefing John M. Snyder Larry Pratt Jeff Knox ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 in Podcast form. The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio. For More Information or to purchase a CD containing this and past conferences visit the Second Amendment Foundation’s Website.
Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 – 01
10/20/2010
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Duration: 28:56

Call To Order – Julianne Versnel Pledge of Allegiance – Mark S. Towber Invocation – John M. Snyder The Road Traveled – Joe Tartaro The Road Ahead – Alan Gottlieb ProArms is bringing you the entire Gun Rights Policy Conference 2010 in Podcast form. The recordings are courtesy of Charles Heller of Liberty Watch Radio. For More Information or to purchase a [...]
061 The IDPA Nationals 2010
10/19/2010
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Duration: 72:08

We get most of the ProArms crew together, in our round-table format, to discuss the recent IDPA Nationals. Including what you need to do in order to qualify to go to the National Match, our equipment choices and some lessons learned. International Defensive Shooting Association U.S. Shooting Academy
060 Protecting Yourself on the Street and in Court
10/3/2010
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Duration: 67:47

We’re back with another set of interviews for your listening pleasure. First we will hear from Tom Givens of Rangemaster in Memphis, an excellent training facility who probably has the dubious distinction of have trained the largest number of armed citizens that have been involved in a self-defense incident that required them to draw a [...]
059 Proarms Broadcast – Shooting Stars
8/30/2010
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Duration: 74:24

It’s another ProArms Broadcast. This episodes theme is “Shooting Stars” First, we visit with Joanna Lenczewska a true Star Shooter. We met up with Joanna and her husband Ken Ortbach last January at the SHOT Show, where we talked with them about all the shooting sports they are involved in and a lot more. Next it’s [...]
058 The ProArms Team Talks Politics
8/15/2010
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Duration: 61:43

We got (most of) the gang together for a little round table discussion of politics. You’re not going to hear any shouting or name calling or endorsements of one candidate over another. We talk about how you choose a candidate once you identify the issues that are important to you. Links for this episode: Go to Meeting NRA [...]
057 It’s a ProArms BroadCast! With Kathy Jackson and Jennie Van Tuyl
8/2/2010
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Duration: 83:30

Another (almost) all girl Podcast, we visit one again with our friend Kathy Jackson to talk about her upcoming book based on her fabulous Cornered Cat Website we also get some news from Concealed Carry Magazine of which Kathy is the Managing Editor. We also Talk to Jeannie VanTuyl who runs a “Gun Boutique” catering to [...]
056 The Urban Shooter and the Tactical Doctor
7/25/2010
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Duration: 1:09:23

Once again we go into the vault for 2 segments too good to allow them to languish there any longer. First we visit with our brother from a different Mother; Kenn Blanchard, the Urban Shooter, the Black Man with a Gun our brother Podcaster on GRRN. We met up with him at the last SHOT Show [...]
055 “We’re Getting the Band Back Together” to discuss the .357SIG cartridge
7/11/2010
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Duration: 83:45

It's been a long time since we had the whole Band together, this time we have everyone but Mike (he was up "nort") to discuss our experiences with the .357SIG cartridge. The topic was by listener request. Learn how many state police departments have adopted it, why it can be an ideal personal protection round in rural areas, and why some of our podcast team members carry that caliber [...]
054 Jeff Hall and The Firefight at Manley Hot Springs
6/20/2010
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Duration: 74:14

Our series of interviews with those who have prevailed in gunfights continues. In this gripping episode, famed Alaska State Trooper Jeff Hall discusses the cataclysmic gunfight in which he killed the serial murderer who had just mortally wounded Jeff’s partner. Jeff offers deep insights into the mindset required for winning a gunfight, and explains why [...]
O53 On the Road Again, with Grant Cunningham and Rob Pincus
6/7/2010
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Duration: 62:31

Another “On the Road” Episode, this time Gail Interviews Grant Cunningham and Rob Pincus. Grant Cunningham: Grant Cunningham’s website and blog: http://www.grantcunningham.com/blog.html Grant’s Facebook business page and personal page. Rob Pincus: I.C.E. Training Personal Defense Network The Best Defense SWAT TV Armed American Radio And more links to the topics Steve & Gail Discussed: Flagler Gun Club Flagler IDPA Pro Arms Store in Live Oak, FL Massad Ayoob Group
052 Interview with Bob Stasch of the Chicago Police Department
5/23/2010
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Duration: 64:11

Another “On the Road” Episode, this time we talk to a 30 year veteran of the Chicago Police Department, who shares a wealth of his experience with us. We caught up with Bob Stasch at the ILEETA conference in Illinois last month and in this episode Mas talks to him about his many years “on [...]
051 Dr. Paula Bratich on Concealed Carry in Illinois and Kathy Jackson
5/17/2010
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Duration: 72:05

Links from the show: Flyer for the Will County Town Hall Meeting on May 25, 2010 Flyer for the Cook County Town Hall Meeting on May 27, 2010 Illinois State Rifle Association ISRA’s YouTube Channel Illinois Carry Second Amendment Sisters Massad Ayoob Group (for the Class Paula was talking about) The Cornered Cat – How to Make Your Wife Hate Guns First Shots
050 Interviews with David Lawson and Adam Orlov, Two of the Plaintiffs in the McDonald v Chicago Case
5/10/2010
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Duration: 54:36

This week we wrap up our series of interviews with the Plaintiffs in the McDonald v Chicago case. First we talk with David Lawson and then we speak with Adam Orlov, both interviews were obtained on our recent visit to Chicago. Please see previous episodes with interviews with Otis McDonald and Colleen Lawson.
049 A Conversation with Otis McDonald
4/29/2010
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Duration: 35:15

Anyone who has been following Massad Ayoob’s Blog knows that we have been working on a series of interviews with the Plaintiffs in the McDonald v Chicago Case presented before the Supreme Court. First he presented an interview with Otis McDonald, then Colleen Lawson. We are providing you with the live interviews. First we interviewed [...]
048 ProArms Broadcast: McDonald v Chicago – Colleen Lawson & Kathy Jackson “Nothing Happened”
3/22/2010
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Duration: 33:24

We bring you two strong, intelligent women who are both very involved in the Right to Keep and Bear Arms. First is Kathy Jackson, who you have heard on our Podcast before, this time we present a recording of a talk about situational awareness that she gave during a class at the Firearms Academy of Seattle [...]
047 Ed Brown and Jared Reston
3/15/2010
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Duration: 51:00

This week we have two very different interviews both recorded at the SHOT show in January. First we have Mas interviewing Ed Brown of Ed Brown Custom about his fine 1911 pistols in general and the model that Mas designed for them as the most recent gun in their signature series. Here’s a review of the [...]
046 McDonald v Chicago
3/1/2010
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Duration: 54:45

I light of the upcoming McDonald v Chicago Supreme Court Case we present a recording made at a Press Conference recorded at the last SHOT Show. Participating in the Press Conference are Joe Tartaro and Alan Gottlieb of the Second Amendment Foundation, Rich Pearson of the Illinois State Rifle Association, Alan Gura, the attorney for the [...]
045 – The ProArms Broadcast, Two Great Books
2/22/2010
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Duration: 32:56

This week Terri and Gail take over the Podcast, there has been way too much testosterone around here lately so we thought we would bring you two books by female authors that we recommend highly. You have heard them both on the ProArms Podcast before and we’re always glad to get them on the show. First [...]
044 Rangelog, HoJutSu & Federal Ammunition
2/15/2010
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Duration: 86:22

This week we’re back with a trio of interviews from the SHOT Show. First we talk with Tim Brandt from Federal Premium about new ammunition they are developing and some old ammunition. Next we talk to Jeff Hall who is the founder of Hojutsu, the art of gunnery. Our third segment brings you one of the developers of [...]
043 The 2010 SHOT Show episode
2/1/2010
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Duration: 86:55

Steve, Mas and Gail attended this years SHOT Show in Las Vegas and John attended a distributor show, they get together and discuss some of the new products they found. Everyone has pictures of the new Gen 4 Glock so we are showing you the new double captive recoil spring that is supposed to reduce the [...]
042 Two from the Vault
1/15/2010
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Duration: 52:48

For the first episode on our new website we are presenting two great interviews that we were saving for just the right moment and that right moment is now. First the good news and the then the other news. First, we have a new website, second we have the same feed at least temporarily. This episode features [...]
041 Gifts for the Gun Enthusiasts in Your Life
1/3/2010
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Duration: 48:21

Some of the ProArms Team gathered this week to talk about gift ideas for the gun lovers in your life and a little wackiness ensued. Some of the items we mentioned: EOTAC tactical clothing (Follow ProArms on Twitter for a discount code) Wilderness Tactical Makers of the great belt we were talking about. Lee Valley Tools for Gail’s favorite [...]
040 After Action Reports
12/7/2009
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Duration: 55:57

the ProArms Team reports on three of the most recent matches they attended; The Blackwater Shootout, First Coast IDPA BUG Match and the High Liability Conference Service Pistol Match.
039 The ProArms Broadcast from the IDPA Nationals.
11/30/2009
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Duration: 59:04

Interviews from the IDPA National Match in Tulsa OK. Featuring Joyce Wilson, Nikki Pinto, Randi Rogers and Cyndi Dalena.
038 IDPA Nationals
11/23/2009
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Duration: 65:59

Interviews from the 2009 IDPA National Match. Featuring John Sayle, Curt Nichols and Robert Ray.
037 Revolver Roundtable
11/2/2009
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Duration: 64:57

The ProArms Team Discusses Revolvers.
036 The Story Behind the Story
10/12/2009
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Duration: 54:24

An Interview with Paul Barrett of Business Week Magazine the Lead Author of this week’s cover feature on Glock. This episode was originally posted in Sept 2009.
035 The Bison King
10/12/2009
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Duration: 56:50

This is a story of justice gone wrong. It doesn’t include guns or shooting but there are many lessons to be learned here. If you spend any time on the various internet fora you will come across many discussions of what would happen if one is involved in a self-defense shooting. You will hear people state [...]
034 Women in the Gun Media
9/28/2009
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Duration: 64:48

Roundtable discussion with Gila Hayes, Kathy Jackson, Diane Walls on Women in the “Gun Media” and more.
033 The Fairchild Incident – Andy Brown
9/14/2009
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Duration: 53:36

When Andy Brown was a 25 year old Airforce Security Policeman at Fairchild AFB in Washington he single-handedly stop an active killer who had already killed or injured injured over 25 people. Andy shared his story with a recent LFI class and gave us permission to share his story with our listeners. This is a [...]
032 “Mirror Image”
8/31/2009
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Duration: 74:54

We shoot a match “mirror image” meaning that everything is done exactly opposite of what you usually do. In this case we were all right handed, meaning we had our holsters on the left and magazines on the right, revolver shooters had their speedloaders on the left since they usually carry them on their gun [...]
031 A Conversation with Keith Jones
8/17/2009
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Duration: 59:43

Mas and Gail have a conversation with Keith Jones.
030 Ruger SR-556 Review
8/3/2009
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Duration: 46:57

This week we travel up to New Hampshire and are joined by the recently retired Chief of Police of Grantham, Russ Lary. Together we visit the Ruger plant where they make all of the long guns and revolvers. Our focus is mainly on the SR-556 but we also check out where the other guns are [...]
029 A Tale of Two Gunsmiths
7/20/2009
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Duration: 63:20

This week we talk to two excellent Gunsmiths. First is Denny Reichard who specializes in the Smith & Wesson revolver. He is the owner Sand Burr Gun Ranch in Rochester, Indiana. A great place to shoot, buy guns, get guns fixed or just hang out. This interview was done in an open barn so please [...]
028 The Browning High Power
7/6/2009
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Duration: 81:47

Hi, folks – To fill in our podcast notes on the Hi-Power episode, #28, the first thing we have to tell you is that we neglected something so basic to Browning Hi-Power shooters that all the experienced people who fit that description on the podcast forgot to mention it. While the gun has always been listed [...]
027 Interview with Ron Borsch and Lou Ann Hamblin
6/22/2009
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Duration: 60:47

Another Episode from the road, This time at the ILEETA conference in Wheeling IL We have 3 interviews. First we talk to Lou Ann Hamblin a police trainer who, we found out the next day after we did our interview, won the Iron Cop Competition. She discusses a couple of women Police Officers that she uses [...]
026 A Pioneering Pundit, a Pistol Purveyor, and a Petite Powerhouse Potpourri
6/8/2009
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Duration: 74:40

This week some of the ProArms Team is on the road gathering new and exciting interviews. So, we went into the file of choice interviews that we save for special occasions. We start off with a great interview Gail did with Tom Gresham last June when they were in Hannibal Mo, filming segments for Personal [...]
025 Review of the Ruger LCR
5/25/2009
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Duration: 50:30

We got our hands on a Ruger LCR and put it to the test in this episode of the ProArms Podcast. To see a picture of a dismantled LCR check out our pictures from episode 19. In addition check out Steve’s article on the LCR at Officer.com A 21st century revolver amid some 21st century accoutrements. The [...]
024 ProArms Training Tips
5/11/2009
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Duration: 68:19

Each member of the ProArms Podcast Team shares some of their training regimen with the listeners. There’s not too much text for this episode; first the links and then on to the videos. The targets you see Steve and Gail shoot are available at: RTKBA Targets The target Herman is shooting is the Optional USPSA Target from: Target [...]
023 High Quality for Your Caliber
4/27/2009
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Duration: 72:53

A discussion about ammunition selection for personal defense. Each member of the ProArms team talks about what ammo they have chosen to carry and why. Also a sneak peek at a new gun under development by Ed Brown, too bad we didn’t have this one for episode 014, our discussion of the high quality 1911 [...]
022 Light Triggers
4/12/2009
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Duration: 75:46

The ProArms Team discusses trigger pull weight and the issues that may come up with a too light and/or modified trigger on your personal protection firearm.
021 Zombie Wars!!
3/29/2009
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Duration: 39:39

The ProArms Podcast Team takes on Kenn Blanchard’s Zombie Targets.
020 TALKING TO THE INDUSTRY
3/16/2009
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Duration: 74:39

Woo-hoo! Here’s our second and final podcast out of the 2009 SHOT Show in Orlando, Florida. Good news: we got some GREAT, exclusive interviews with heavy hitters in the firearms world! Listen to Scott O’Brien, head of Safariland’s combined products group, explaining why an era has ended and Bianchi holsters, that once competed with Safariland holsters, will [...]
019 The 2009 SHOT Show
3/2/2009
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Duration: 33:47

The ProArms Podcast Team visits the SHOT Show in Orlando Florida and review some of the new products.
018 Crimson Trace Laser Grips and Laser Sights Review
3/2/2009
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Duration: 60:35

Finally we present our much awaited, much requested episode on Crimson Trace Laser Grips and Sights. We all use them for a variety of purposes and hope we can answer some of our listener questions here. First we’ll start off with a link to crimson trace so you can see just what we are talking about: http://www.crimsontrace.com/ Chris [...]
017B Homing in on the Defensive Shotgun
2/23/2009
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Duration: 54:15

This is Part 2 or our episode on the Home Defense Shotgun. If you are reading this check back later for pictures and video The Books and videos we talked about: Mas’ Stressfire books and videos are available from all the usual sources plus Police Bookshelf: Mas’ shotgun primer/refresher from Backwoods Home Magazine.
017A Homing in on the Defensive Shotgun
2/2/2009
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Duration: 54:26

It’s our last episode of the year and it is Magnum sized, so big that we had to divide it into two parts so be sure that you get both parts! (A double-barreled podcast, so to speak.) In response to lots of listener feedback and questions we thought that we would discuss the shotgun for home [...]
016 Giving Gifts
1/19/2009
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Duration: 53:47

The ProArms team discusses giving gifts for the holiday season and beyond. First Herman talks about how to legally give a firearm as a gift to a friend, relative or a minor. The whole team discusses some of their gift suggestions for people who loves to shoot. One of our current big selections is an NRA [...]
015 The 10mm and the Harold Fish Case
1/5/2009
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Duration: 52:23

The ProArms Team discusses the 10mm. Mas covers the History of the 10mm and the group discusses the various guns and cartridges available. Next we listen to a gentleman who was involved with the Harold Fish case from Arizona. Harold Fish defended himself from an irate attacker, while walking on the Arizona Trail, with a 10mm [...]
014 the “High-End” 1911
12/22/2008
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Duration: 44:33

The ProArms Podcast Team Reviews the “High-End” 1911 Pistols
013 The “Snubby” Revolver
12/8/2008
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Duration: 76:11

The ProArms team tries something different for this episode. Normally our producer (me) spends a lot of time editing each podcast, taking out the umms, ahhhs, creaks and any bad words that might occur. This time we are presenting it to you in all its unedited glory. Don’t worry; it still has a PG rating. [...]
012 Arizona Byways
11/24/2008
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Duration: 60:53

ProArms is on the road again, this time in Arizona. First a couple of friends join Gail on a visit to Robar. Then Gail visits with a Galco representative and finally we hear a young man who has overcome great medical and physical challenges to become a champion shooter.
011 The Glock Pistol and Chris Edwards talks about GSSF
11/10/2008
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Duration: 78:33

The ProArms Team takes a look at the ubiquitous Glock pistol in all its incarnations. Present for this Discussion are: John, Terri, Mas, Steve, Herman, Mike, Gail and Claudette the Rottweiler. Since its inception the Glock has proven itself to be a very popular pistol in the Military, Law Enforcement and civilian markets. All the participants [...]
010 Save The Blue Trail Range and a Conversation with Bill Allard
10/27/2008
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Duration: 57:16

The ProArms podcast is on the road again. This time we visit the Blue Trail Range in Connecticut. The range has been in existence for over 60 years and now they have been under siege by a developer who wants to shut down the range. Gail talks with range owner David Lyman about the problems they [...]
009 Smith & Wesson M&P Autopistols and one revolver
10/13/2008
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Duration: 61:17

Steve is back and in this episode the ProArms Team runs the Smith & Wesson M&P auto pistols through their paces at a local IDPA match. Mas gives us a history of the M&P and other polymer pistols made by S&W. Chris, who has been a big M&P fan for quite some time, gives us [...]
008 A visit with Gila Hayes & Kathy Jackson
9/29/2008
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Duration: 84:50

Gail interviews Gila Hayes and Kathy Jackson at the Firearms Academy of Seattle.
007 A visit with Ruger
9/15/2008
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Duration: 43:37

Gail & Mas visit the Ruger plant
006 Shooting IDPA & and Maurizio Lai
9/1/2008
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Duration: 61:05

Since we started the ProArms Podcast we seem to have mentioned IDPA, the International Defensive Pistol Association, in almost every episode. So, we figured that it was time we did an episode where we talk about IDPA. All of us compete in a variety of the shooting disciplines but the one we all have in [...]
005 The SIG P250
8/18/2008
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Duration: 35:14

The Proarms Podcast reviews the SIG P250
004 Springfield XDm & Interview with John Farnam
8/4/2008
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Duration: 40:05

We review the new Springfield Armory XDm and an interview with John Farnam
003 The IDPA Classifier
7/20/2008
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Duration: 49:43

The ProArms Podcast Team shoots the IDPA Classifier
002 Ruger SR9 Review
7/6/2008
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Duration: 45:07

The ProArms Podcast Team reviews the new Ruger SR9
001 Why We Carry
6/30/2008
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Duration: 46:03

The ProArms Podcast team discusses why the choose to carry concealed weapons.
000 Introductions
6/23/2008
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Duration: 21:24

The ProArms Podcast Team introduces themselves.

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