Best Self Defense Radio Network Podcasts (2025)

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 371: the Post-Thanksgiving Round Table 1:31:02

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In this Round Table episode, Weer'd, Erin, and David discuss: Thanksgiving activities; the shooting of National Guard troops in DC; a Virginia Assistant Principal arrest for plotting to kill ICE agents; how Stand Your Ground is discussed between pro-gun and gun-prohibitionist circuits; California crossing a major line with requiring ID for gun acce…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 370: Reasons For Concealed Carry Insurance 1:03:58

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: a friend of the show is in a legal jam and wishes he had concealed carry insurance; a woman working nights at 7-11 had to defend herself with a pistol, and was fired because of it; a doorman in New York City also defended himself with a pistol, but because it wasn't registered that means jail time; Trump nom…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 369: 2A4E 1:17:48

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: a Utah law where K-12 students get lessons in firearm safety; Giffords pushing gun control laws on Veterans Day in the most insensitive way possible; Giffords' campaign against concealed carry reciprocity, and it's as laughable as you'd think; a former SIG Sauer machinist has been arrested for selling guns h…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 368: Bought Elections and Scattered Minds 58:03

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: Bloomberg throwing a ton of gun prohibition money at the election, and its payoff; Maine's new red flag law, which has deep flaws; a UK Man sent to prison just for possessing the recipe for gunpowder; and predictably, Everytown is now pressuring Ruger to change their guns now that Glock's new V-series are ou…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 367: NFA, NRA, FRT, and PUG 1:33:46

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the latest development in the story of the Wyoming Airman who killed his friend and blamed it on his SIG M18; the Ad Council using tax money to push gun control; the US Navy Sailor who was sentenced to 20 years for possessing demilled guns and legal-to-own parts, and why his appeal will affect all gun owners…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 366: Beware of Frauds 1:02:22

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: David Hogg's endorsement of a politician with a racist and literal, capital-N Nazi history; the death of the Airman charged with the SIG M18 death; the dubious legitimacy of Everytown's Train Smart program. David talks about revolver cylinder gaps; and Weer'd tells you what to do when you get cut. Did you kn…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 365: Hunting for a Crown 1:01:58

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirming that background checks for ammunition purchases in New York state are constitutional; SCOTUS taking up a case on marijuana use and gun ownership; Chicago police arresting people for carrying guns without a permit (even though they did have valid permits), and the…

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This Week in Guns 467 – Glock Rumors, California’s Impact, and Supreme Court Gun Rights Updates 1:25:35

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Hello everyone and welcome back to This Week in Guns, brought to you by Patriot Patch Company, FFLPayments, Traditional Arms, and MAF Corporation. This show offers commentary on the latest firearms industry news, information and buzz. I’m your host Matthew Larosiere and I’m joined by the ratman. The End of an Era? The Glock Schism […] The post This…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 364: Beware of Prohibitionists and Fire 1:11:06

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: a federal judge's ruling that the ban on post office carry is unconstitutional — but not for everyone; the DOJ declining to force gun rights groups to release membership information in the under-21 handgun case Reese v. ATF; California banning the new sale of Glocks and Glock-compatible pistols; Everytown qu…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 363: Please Stop Making It Worse 1:17:29

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the murder and arson at the LDS church in Michigan; the Dallas ICE facility murderer and the media's continued demonization of bolt action rifles; the ATF's ruling on the Franklin Armory Antithesis; new information about the Everytown for Gun Safety's firearms training program, and reactions from inside the …

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 362: SnakeShot and Second Thoughts 1:04:11

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the ABC affiliate station shooter and his ties to gun control; gun prohibitionists within the Democrat Party calling for a relaxation of gun control rhetoric; the press going insane over sniper rifles bolt-action hunting rifles because one was used to assassinate Charlie Kirk. Weer'd interviews Kent Brown of…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 361: We Specifically Asked for the Opposite of This 1:04:54

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: open carry becoming legal in Florida; the murder of Charlie Kirk and the consequences it will likely bring. Xander shares his Independent Thoughts on ghoulish post-tragedy blood dancing; and Weer'd fisks Manuel Oliver and Jim Acosta as they "interview" an AI mockery of the slain Joaquin Oliver. Did you know …

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This Week in Guns 466 – Anthithesis Fiasco, And Florida Man Open Carries

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Hello everyone and welcome back to This Week in Guns, brought to you by Patriot Patch Company, FFLPayments, Traditional Arms, and MAF Corporation. This show offers commentary on the latest firearms industry news, information and buzz. I’m your host Matthew Larosiere and I’m joined by the ratman. The Franklin Armory Antithesis Saga: An emotional rol…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 360: The People Unite Against a Trans Gun Ban 1:03:42

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: Maine families suing the US Army for not stopping the Lewiston Shooter; New York being ordered to pay $800K for the house of worship gun ban; the DOJ asking to speak against Assault Weapon Bans in the Illinois court challenge. Rather then Weer'd or Erin, Lara Smith of the Liberal Gun Club discusses the probl…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 359: A Quick Take on the Minneapolis Shooting 45:46

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This episode was tossed together at the last minute. Most of the crew had a busy Labor Day weekend and was unavailable (except for Erin, who recorded a segment), so Matt from Geeks, Gadgets and Guns jumped in to help Weer'd. In This Episode Weer'd and Matt discuss: California attempting to ban all Glocks, and why this is a big deal for all of Ameri…

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This Week in Guns 465 – Gun Laws, Mental Health, and Media Myths: Insights with Steven Gutowski

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Hello everyone and welcome back to This Week in Guns, brought to you by Patriot Patch Company, FFLPayments, Traditional Arms, and MAF Corporation. This show offers commentary on the latest firearms industry news, information and buzz. I’m your host Matthew Larosiere and I’m joined by the ratman and special guest Steven Gutowski. There was a […] The…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 358: 357, Plus One in the Chamber! 1:27:33

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Before you say anything: Erin is fully aware of the nomenclature sin she committed. She did it just to make Weer'd and other gun purists twitch. In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the Air Force returning M17 and M18 pistols to service; a Federal Court of Appeals rejecting New Mexico's waiting periods for firearm purchase; Michael Bloomberg's …

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 357: the GOALS Round Table 1:50:31

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In This Episode It's an ACP Round Table! Join Oddball, David, Erin, and Weer'd as they discuss: the SIG P320 saga getting even more complicated now that an Airman present at the fatal shooting has been arrested and charged; the Giffords gun control lobby showing that there will never be enough gun control for them; the plaintiffs in Duncan v. Bonta…

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This Week in Guns 464 – P320 Hysteria, NFA Lawsuit Foibles, Rare Breed, and Market Trends

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– Firearm myths continue to persist, such as the belief that M14 rifles were used during the Korean War, despite historical evidence showing otherwise. – The controversy surrounding Sig Sauer’s P320 handguns highlights the complexity of firearm safety issues, including the phenomenon of sympathetic movement and the challenges of consistent manufact…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 356: Defects and Dulcimers 46:48

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the gun rights groups that are challenging the legality of the NFA with a lawsuit; the McCloskeys of St. Louis finally getting their rifle back; and SIG Sauer managing to avoid paying damages in a P320 lawsuit, but the jury findings might be worse in the long term. David discusses optimal barrel length for g…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 355: the Sig Souring Round Table 1:59:25

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In This Episode: It's another ACP Round Table! In this episode, Weer'd, Erin, Oddball, and David are joined once again by Matt and Heinrich from Geeks Gadgets and Guns and LFD Research to discuss: several spree attacks across the country; a proposed law to adjust the NFA tax for inflation; California's background check for ammunition purchases law …

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 354: Ignorance is Weakness, but Knowledge is Bliss 1:05:54

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the DoJ abandoning the Pistol Brace Ban, making them legal once again; the 2nd Circuit allowing New York to continue to sue gun makers because of advertisements; Everytown trying to crack down on 3D printers by violating our civil rights. Xander explains how ignorance is not bliss; and David pays his respect…

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This Week in Guns 463 – Ammo Law Rulings, ATF Budget Cuts, and the Quiet Ammo Revolution

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Hello everyone and welcome back to This Week in Guns, brought to you by Patriot Patch Company, FFLPayments, and MAF Corporation. This show offers commentary on the latest firearms industry news, information and buzz. I’m your host Matthew Larosiere and I’m joined by the ratman. Congressman tries to add bill amendment to increase NFA Tax […] The pos…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 353: Would Jesus Give His Disciples Suppressors? 1:22:49

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The answer is yes, because Jesus is the Prince of Peace and silence is peace and quiet. In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss a professor in Maine who seems to hate Christians as much as she hates the right to keep and bear arms; David explains the NFA portions of the Big Beautiful Bill; and Tiny gives us ways to prep a vehicle for any emergency.…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 352: ATF, NFA, AWB, CLP, RMX, ID4 1:27:01

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the recent ambush on Idaho firefighters; the fate of NFA items in the Big Beautiful Bill; Rhode Island's new Assault Weapon Ban; and the ATF relaxing regulations on Simunition and dual-use barrel importation. David reviews Shooter Shine CLP; Myles reviews the new Ruger RMX pistol; Weer'd talks to Kerry Slone…

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This Week in Guns 462 – The Big Bill, Reactions to $0 tax, Streamlight vs. Harbor Freight, & More

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Hello everyone and welcome back to This Week in Guns, brought to you by Patriot Patch Company, FFLPayments, and MAF Corporation. This show offers commentary on the latest firearms industry news, information and buzz. I’m your host Matthew Larosiere and I’m joined by the ratman. One large, mid, bill Anderson goes off to the […] The post This Week in…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 351: The Dodd LibertyCon Round Table 54:00

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In This Episode David and Oddball are back from LibertyCon with stories to tell (and Erin was stuck in traffic and needed a well-deserved night-off). Besides LibertyCon stories, the gang discusses: a would-be spree killer at a Michigan Church thwarted by church security; the Fifth Circuit is revamping their argument against suppressors being "Arms"…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 350: RIP NFA? TBD 1:05:02

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the murder and attempted murder of Minnesota Representatives and their spouses in what may (or may not) be a political assassination; a New Jersey Town refunding $150 of concealed carry permit fees back to its citizens; the US Department of Justice writing an Amicus Curiae brief against Illinois' ban on "ass…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 349: Better Segues Than a Mall Cop Movie 1:06:14

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the plea deal given to Scott Hayes of Massachusetts, who was arrested after defending his life against an assailant; credit card companies finally deciding to do business with gun shops and firearm manufacturers again; the Supreme Court's 9-0 ruling to block Mexico's lawsuit against S&W and other gun compani…

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This Week in Guns 461 – Rare Breed Making a Mess Again

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Hello everyone and welcome back to This Week in Guns, brought to you by Patriot Patch Company, FFLPayments, and MAF Corporation. This show offers commentary on the latest firearms industry news, information and buzz. I’m your host Matthew Larosiere and I’m joined by the ratman. – Rare Breed’s aggressive litigation tactics and questionable patent cl…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 348: Mostly Bad News. Mostly. 1:09:09

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: LFD Research's release of a new safety video about the SIG P320; SCOTUS denying cert on Snope and Ocean State Tactical; the terror attack in Colorado where Molotov cocktails were used instead of guns; the Trump Administration's long list of reforms for the ATF, all of which are very good; the potential mergi…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 347: Cautiously Optimistic 1:05:16

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: The potential removal of suppressors from the NFA; Concealed carry reciprocity has returned to the House of Representatives; A new internal ATF document reveals that not only is it hiding an illegal firearm registry, but also that it has several hundred million 4473s that it's shared with other LE agencies; …

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 346: the SIG P320 Round Table 1:40:27

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The Assorted Calibers Podcast is a variety show, but in this very special episode we discuss just one topic of critical interest to gun owners: the uncommanded discharges of the SIG Sauer P320. Why do SIG P320 pistols fire without the trigger being pulled? How do you keep your SIG P320 from doing this? Matt and Heinrich from LFD Research and the Ge…

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This Week in Guns 460 – Ruger 10/22 Myths, Force Reset Trigger Legalities, and Hawaii’s Assault Weapon Ban Defeat

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Hello everyone and welcome back to This Week in Guns, brought to you by Patriot Patch Company, FFLPayments, and MAF Corporation. This show offers commentary on the latest firearms industry news, information and buzz. I’m your host Matthew Larosiere and I’m joined by the ratman. Rare DWEEBS and NAGR take a big big L President […] The post This Week …

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 345: Hope and Despair 1:19:50

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: Washington state's magazine ban having been upheld by the WA supreme court; some 2A bills that have stalled in House committees; Delaware possibly repealing their ban on automatic knives; Tennessee protecting the lawful commerce of firearms manufactures inside its borders; and the House introducing a bill to…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 344: Recovering from NRAAM 1:25:52

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: The Human Behavior Podcast's take on the Nashville shooter; Donald Trump addressed the NRA in a video, and it was underwhelming; Pam Bondi restored the gun rights to 10 people; California is moving to ban Glocks because of switches; Adam Schiff has introduced a new assault weapons ban, and Weer'd fisks it; a…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 343: The DODD Beard Goes Down to Georgia 1:39:37

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No golden fiddles were found, but Weer'd, David, and Oddball all went down to Atlanta for the NRA Annual Meeting. Join us as we discuss the things we saw! Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) and you'll get to listen to our podcast on Friday instead of Mondays, as well as patron-only co…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 342: Angeled Eggs & Devilish Deeds 1:09:13

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: what we know so far about the shooting at Florida State University; the Attorney General of New Jersey being shocked to find that shootings have dropped to historical levels now that citizens can easily carry; the Massachusetts Supreme Court rejecting a case against Assault Weapons due to "Public Safety"; an…

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This Week in Guns 459 – The ATF Takes Center Stage in Pants Shiddoff

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Key Points: – ATF’s shifting policies and leadership changes signal potential impacts on gun regulations, with mixed reactions from the community. – The debate over the 1986 machine gun ban highlights ongoing tensions between historical legislative intent and current interpretations of Second Amendment rights. – Economic struggles and potential mis…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 341: The "No Ice Cream For Weer'd Beard" Round Table 2:22:57

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It's been another busy week of news, so Weer'd and Erin (Breyers' Snickers Vanilla) once again call upon the help of David (Tillamook Chocolate Peanut Butter) and Oddball (Vanilla ice cream sandwich) to help cover it all in another Round Table episode! Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcas…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 340: Is the 2A Glass Half Empty, or Half Full? 1:18:24

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: the DOJ reversing the ATF's zero tolerance policy towards revoking FFLs; Oliver North's lawsuit against the NRA for malicious prosecution; the coalition of State Attorneys General urging SCOTUS to grant cert for the case against Washington, DC's assault weapons ban; an Illinois judge's ruling that Smith & We…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 339: The "So Much News That We Needed Reinforcements" Round Table 2:37:36

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A round table usually only happens when we don't have enough segments for the weekly show, but that's not the case for this episode. Too much has happened over the past week, and so Erin and Weer'd are joined by David and Oddball to discuss it all. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low cost of $4/month (that's $1/podcast) a…

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This Week in Guns 458 – Vanderstok, ATF Rules & the Future of 80% Receivers

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Key points: The Supreme Court’s decision in Vanderstock v. ATF upheld the ATF’s ability to regulate “buy, build, shoot” kits as firearms, but it did not establish a clear test for what constitutes a firearm, leaving open the possibility for future challenges. Colorado’s new legislation aimed at regulating “gas-operated” semiautomatic handguns is so…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 338: The 9th Circuit Giveth, and the 9th Circuit Taketh Away 1:36:49

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: Henry Repeating Arms joining the many gun companies who have fled anti-gun states; the 9th Circuit's ruling that Hawaii's handgun purchase permit and police inspection is unconstitutional; the 9th Circuit's ruling that California's magazine ban is constitutional, and one pro-gun judge's amazing dissent; the …

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 337: Florida is the Australia of America 1:06:45

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: Florida's governor calling for the repeal of post-Parkland gun laws... ...but the Florida Supreme Court has upheld those laws' ban on adults under 21 from buying firearms. and Australia, unhappy with the results of their gun bans, is now seeking to ban machetes. David tells us the best way to police your bra…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 336: New Mexico, Old Mexico, Same Shenanigans 1:26:33

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: Massachusetts taking its sweet time in renewing Weer'ds gun permit renewed, and it's well over the promised 60 days; The best new gun publication in 2025 is … The New York Times? SCOTUS hearing petitions regarding (the nation of) Mexico's lawsuit against Smith & Wesson; and (the US state) New Mexico's Suprem…

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This Week in Guns 457 – Big Federal Gun Law Updates & States Being Silly

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Key Points: Arkansas is requiring public and charter schools to provide annual gun safety education to all students, with parental consent needed for hands-on training. The Eleventh Circuit’s recent decision in NRA v. Bondi upholding Florida’s ban on firearm sales to individuals aged 18-20 has been criticized for ignoring historical context and rel…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 335: More 2A, Any Way We Can 1:09:33

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: an attempted mass stabbing in Boston; transgender people embracing the Second Amendment; KE Arms winning their lawsuit against GWACS. Xander gives us his thoughts on red flag laws; and Myles tells us how spent the weekend training new shooters. Did you know that we have a Patreon? Join now for the low, low c…

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Assorted Calibers Podcast Ep 334: Beatings Will Continue Until the Second Amendment is Observed 1:17:23

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In This Episode Erin and Weer'd discuss: Operation Blazing Sword has joined with other 2A orgs to file a Petition for Certiorari in Antonyuk v. James; Democrats expressing regret for electing David Hogg toe the DNC; Kash Patel has been sworn in as FBI Director... and is also ATF Acting Director? Maine's new firearm waiting period law being blocked …

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This Week in Guns 456 – The Double Edged Trump DOJ. Weird things happening in gun law 56:28

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Key Points: – The Montgomery County Maryland Circuit Court dismissed with prejudice a suit brought by the Attorney General’s offices of Maryland and the District of Columbia against three Montgomery County firearms dealers, reinforcing that dealers can’t be held responsible for criminal acts by third parties. – The Fifth Circuit ruled that suppress…