Being a Student of the Gun is not about being a novice or beginner. Student of the Gun represents a life’s journey of education, enlightenment and the enjoyment of firearms. Each week Student of the Gun will introduce our listeners to all manner of firearms related topics be they sport, recreation or personal defense. Unlike the television format, through the magic of digital radio, we will have the opportunity to explore topics more deeply rather than just give them a quick glance. Discussi ...
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We all can learn better and more practical ways on how to be safer. The School of Preparedness delves into many different aspects of our daily lives and explores realistic strategies and best practices to make you safer and a more aware and prepared individual. No BS, no filler, just the realistic truth.
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Fighting Revolvers & Country Folks Can Survive | SOTG 1301
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1:23:15A former FBI terrorism expert is sounding the alarm regarding Iranian “sleeper cells”, members of which were allowed to walk into the country when the Meat Puppet was in charge. He also fears that these terror cells will attack “rural America” because it is not protected. What do you think? Can country folks survive? During our Tech Talk from EOTec…
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Counterfeit Optics & Pro Gun Vegas [Best Of] | SOTG 1300
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1:12:51Enjoy this Best Of, and if you wanna hear something brand new tomorrow, join the Grad Program! Where Jarrad will be having a discussion with our buddy and pal, Jeff Kirkham! Despite the efforts of US Customs, counterfeit optics are making their way into the USA. During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc, Professor Paul will discuss how to spot a counter…
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Shooter in McAllen, Texas & Your Left Hand | SOTG 1299
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1:16:58Well, we have more peaceful protesting in Texas down near the Mexican border this week. A man, who seemed to be following the marching orders of Democrat politicians to “fight harder” and “get shot”, opened fire on a US Border Patrol building in McAllen, Texas. During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. Professor Paul discovered what might just be a use…
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Israeli Carry is a Bad Idea & Another Police ND | SOTG 1298
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1:30:22Yet another police officer had a negligent discharge with a gun that was supposedly just sitting in a holster. This incident occurred in Ceres, California. How and why does this keep happening? Is there a common denominator? During our SOTG Homeroom brought to you by www.SOTGU.com we witnessed an example of the failure of the “Israeli Carry” method…
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Negligent Homicide & Church Security Win in Wayne, MI | SOTG 1297
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1:21:51Yet again, we are forced to address negligent homicide, the needless loss of life that occurred when someone was attempting to “teach firearms safety”. How did this happen? What could have been done to prevent it and what can we learn? During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc we will consider whether red dot sights on pistols are for advanced shooters …
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AR Varmint Killer & Lone Wolves | SOTG 1296
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1:30:29Are you a “lone wolf”? During our SOTG Homeroom from SOTGU.com we consider the lone defender. Are you the only one in your peer group or your family who carries a gun? If so, why? Is that a good plan? During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc, Professor Paul will discuss the recent field outing with his custom built AR pistol. What game did he take and …
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Farewell to a Mentor & It’s Riot Season | SOTG 1295
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1:12:02Professor Paul says farewell to one of his mentors this week. Wiley Clapp, USMC veteran and long time gunwriter has completed his journey here on earth. During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc, we will consider what we can and should expect from a home defense gun. We lay out a checklist to follow when choosing a firearm for the gravest extreme. Also,…
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Rapid Tourniquet In Action: Alumnus Saves a Life | SOTG 1294
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1:28:11An SOTGU alumnus recently saved a life by using his training and a Rapid Tourniquet. We bring the gentleman on to discuss the incident and consider how his training made a difference. There are many lessons to be learned. During our SOTG Homeroom we will examine the recent terror attack in Boulder, Colorado. A missionary from the Religion of Peace …
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DoorDash Shooting & Leftist Killers | SOTG 1293
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1:18:20The Liberal Left, the Democrats, the Socialist, all one in the same want you to be disarmed and left helpless while at the same time being the most violent and dangerous in our society. Witness once again, a leftist killer has committed a double homicide in the name of “Free Palestine”. What are some of the benefits of using a Holographic Weapon Si…
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FRTs are Legal & What the Hell are Unguns? | SOTG 1292
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1:23:20For our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc this week we have a question. What is an FRT? After a years-long criminal campaign to target an American gun company, the Federal government has ceased their unlawful persecution of Rare Breed Triggers and been forced to admit what we have known all along, FRTs are NOT machineguns. Also, are Americans preparing for…
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Science of Sight & Rifle BZO | SOTG 1291
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1:02:25During our SOTG Homeroom from www.SOTGU.com we pose the question; do you understand the science of sight? How does your vision work with the sights or optic on your firearm? Does color matter? Also, for our Tech Talk from EOTech this week, Professor Paul discusses BZO or zeroing your gun. At what distance should you zero a mini-red dot? What is a p…
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Building a Varmint Pistol & Should Democrats Buy Guns? | SOTG 1290
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1:16:37Should Democrats buy guns? Such was the topic of a recent New York Time OpEd piece. We will examine the premise, the assertions by the NYT “ethicist” and then Professor Paul will chime in. What pieces, parts, and components should be assembled when building a varmint pistol? During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. Paul will discuss his experience era…
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NRA 2025 After-Action w/ Isaac Demarest | SOTG 1289
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1:46:26Today we have a special guest to help us with our NRA Annual Meeting after-action. Former and Future NRA Board Member, Isaac Demarest joins us to discuss the current state of the NRA, as well as a number of other topics. During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. Professor Paul will address an inquiry about putting a mini red dot on a PCC? We also have …
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Talking 10: 10mm that is & Strength and Wellness | SOTG 1288
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1:05:47What’s up with the 10mm Auto cartridge? Professor Paul will discuss the history of the 10mm Auto in the United States, where it was and where it is today. How can you choose the right ammunition for the job? During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc, we will consider building the “perfect” prairie dog rifle. From what kind of distances can we really exp…
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John Willis from SOE & “Professional Citizens” | SOTG 1287
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1:40:51Today we have none other than John Willis from Original SOE Gear as your guest. Never a person to hold back, John will talk about preparation, resilience, business, rabbit poop, chickens and more. During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. Professor Paul will discuss zeroing red dots and magnified optics as well as answering one of your questions on air…
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Night Shooting & What’s It Going to Take? | SOTG 1286
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1:07:43Paul and Jarrad are back from their extended training trip to Texas, Ohio, and Tennessee. During that time they had the opportunity to conduct some low light / night shooting. What was unique and what lessons were learned. We dive in during the Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. During our SOTG Homeroom, we had a sad story to report. Nonetheless, the lesso…
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Deadly Force Checklist & Protecting Houses of Worship [Best Of] | SOTG 1285
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1:51:38No intellectually honest person can argue that we have allowed the United States of America to be put into a terrible, dangerous position. Hard times are coming. The question we address is what can each person do about that? We will talk about controlling those things that we can control. Knowing and understanding the Deadly Force Checklist could b…
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.22 Rimfire for Self Defense & Paul Glasco [Best Of] | SOTG 1284
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1:11:15During our TechTalk from EOTech Inc. Professor Paul will address the use of a .22 rimfire cartridge as a primary self-defense tool. Is the .22LR the “best choice” for women or older Americans? Additionally, SOTG Homeroom from www.SOTGU.com, we will discuss in detail the 4 Rules + 1 safety briefing. How could this save your life or that of another p…
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VUDU Super Short Scope & Training Ammo is Back | SOTG 1283
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1:14:43Training ammo, particularly 9x19mm, is back and it is available and affordable. During our SOTG Homeroom from SOTGU, Professor Paul will discuss the ammo situation in the United States and address the lies people tell themselves. During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. we will take a close look at the new VUDU 3-9x32 “Super Short” riflescope. What is…
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Games are Not Tactical & Red Dot Fever | SOTG 1282
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1:17:11Everyone has Red Dot Fever now. Are optics on handguns the end all be all? During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. we will consider the ins and outs of modern optics on handguns. Recently, Shooting New Weekly published an excerpt from an article written by Professor Paul regarding shooting games and whether or not playing games prepares us for the re…
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Kentucky Teen Stops Home Invaders & Fantasy Gunfights | SOTG 1281
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1:18:18During our SOTG Homeroom we have a positive story. Rather than become yet another in the ranks of long forgotten victims of crime, a 14-year-old Kentucky Teen defended his family's home when two armed home invaders broke in. Also, for our Tech Talk this week from EOTech Inc, Professor Paul will discuss a fast way to get on paper when you need to ze…
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Franklin Armory and FRAC Discussion & Compact Revolvers | SOTG 1280
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1:47:39An important court decision and a victory for Americans versus an overreaching government bureaucracy was just handed down. Franklin Armory and FRAC were plaintiffs. We have Jay from Franklin Armory and Travis from FRAC as our special guests to discuss that decision and much more. During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc, Professor Paul will consider t…
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Beyond the Boo Boo: Team Tactics & Oh Canada! | SOTG 1279
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1:17:54Student of the Gun University has a Beyond the Boo Boo Traumatic Medicine and Team Tactic class coming up in east Texas. During our SOTG Homeroom, we will once more address the importance of being properly trained to save a life. During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. we will examine something a bit different. Today we consider the “sharp” part of t…
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Liberal Gun Owners & Mid-Range Rifles | SOTG 1278
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1:21:49Inspired by the Kris Paronto interview with Shawn Ryan, Professor Paul read the book “13 Hours” by Michael Zuckoff. As usual, Paul read the book with a pen and highlighters close at hand. We began the discussion on Wednesday’s public hour and now we will continue addressing this topic in depth. Paul took four pages of notes regarding lessons that c…
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Cutting Slides for Red Dots & Robbers Killed in Chicago and Argentina | SOTG 1277
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1:15:01For our weekly SOTG Homeroom, we will consider two separate situations where being dangerous on demand was critically important and saved the lives of two citizens; one in Chicago and one in Buenos Aires, Argentina. During our Tech Talk segment from EOTech Inc. Professor Paul and Zach will discuss and consider the best options for mounting a mini r…
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