Gun Talk

What does it look like when a regular guy with a phone, a homemade tripod, and a golf ball accidentally builds one of YouTube's most beloved firearms channels? Ryan Gresham sits down with 22plinkster to trace the wild journey from a friendly bet in 2011 to shooting 321 rimfire guns in a single day to celebrate one million subscribers.This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by FN Firearms, Silencer Central, Archon Firearms, and Range Ready Studios.About Gun Talk NationGun Talk Media's Gun Talk Nation with Ryan Gresham is a weekly multi-platform podcast that offers a fresh look at all things firearms-related. Featuring notable guests and a lot of laughs. Gun Talk Nation is available as an audio podcast or in video format.For more content from Gun Talk Media, visit guntalk.com or subscribe on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, and X. Catch First Person Defender on the new Official FPD YouTube channel. Watch Gun Talk Nation on its new YouTube channel. Catch Gun Talk Hunt on the new dedicated YouTube Channel. Li

-- Col. Jeff Cooper developed what's called the modern technique of the pistol and created a school for gunfighting.  On what would have been his 106th birthday. Gun Talk broadcasts live from Gunsite and examines the lasting impression of this Renaissance Man.  --  How has Gunsite, often called "The Harvard Of Gunfighting," evolved over the 50 years it has operated.  Ken Campbell is CEO of this world-famous training facility in Arizona, and he is in the middle of a revamping of the physical facility as well as updating what and and how students are trained.--  At its core, a holster just needs to hold a handgun.  Seems simple, and in a way it is.  But the small things make a difference.  Rob Leahy of Simply Rugged holsters has lived a life with guns, and that experience helps him design and build leather holsters that are comfortable and practical.Gun Talk 05.10.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

--  Now what? You're trained and you carry a gun, and now you had to draw it in self protection or to help someone.  How do you let the responding police know you are a good guy before they shoot you?  Mike Lessman at DSM Safety Products came up with an answer.--  Is the media really biased against guns and gun owners or is it just matter of ignorance?   Katie Pavlich has been at the forefront of national media, including Fox News, for years.  She's also highly trained in the use of firearms for defense.  She shares what she learned about how the media approaches things that go bang.--  Guns for women.   On Mother's Day it's a chance to revisit what guns work for women, and is there really a need to even have different handguns for the sexes?Gun Talk 05.10.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

-- Who actually was behind the fight to throw out the leaders, replace board members, and redirect the  NRA to its core values?  Buz Mills, owner of the famous gunfighting school Gunsite, pulls back the curtain.--  Sometimes you want to conceal a handgun, and sometimes you don't.  What goes into making a good holster to fit the particular need.   Mike Barham explains the process they use at Galco Holsters.--  What really happens at a multi-day class in gunfighting?Gun Talk 05.10.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

-- The Department of Justice announces big changes in administrative rules which remove many restrictions on lawful gun ownership and purchasing.  Acting Attorney General gives the details in a Washington, DC, press conference.-- The new ATF director, Rob Cekada, explains the most significant changes facing gun owners, gun stores, and manufacturers under the new and proposed rule changes.-- Professional shooter Jalise Williams continues to bring home trophies from around the world.  She started shooting at age 4, and entered the competition world at 10.  She's been winning almost from the beginning.Gun Talk 05.03.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

-- Jack Carr's latest novel, The Fourth Option, has a new hero, and he's dishing out SEAL-level justice in the steamy quarters of New Orleans.--  Capturing family stories through the guns you pass along.--  It may seem small, but with modern TSS loads the 28-gauge shotgun works great for turkeys.Gun Talk 05.03.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

--  Pete Brownells takes a team of former special forces warriors to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro.--  He went sleep walking with his pistol a year ago and thought he had thrown it away.  He found it in the file cabinet drawer where he keeps his tax records!--  Looking for trouble is a good idea, if you make it part of your "see and avoid" practice.Gun Talk 05.03.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

--  How safe are publiic shooting ranges?--  Should food delivery people carry guns for protection?--  Don't juggle your gun!Gun Talk 05.03.26 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

At the 2026 NRA Annual Meeting, Ryan Gresham sits down with Brandon Maddox of Silencer Central to talk about what’s really happening in the suppressor world right now.Big takeaway? Things have changed—a lot.Wait times that used to stretch close to a year are now down to days or weeks, the $200 tax is gone, and the process is getting more streamlined by the minute. Maddox also shares what he’s seeing from inside the industry, including potential regulatory changes, easier purchasing options, and how companies are working directly with agencies to simplify the process.They also break down:What silencers people are actually buying right nowWhy rimfire suppressors are exploding in popularityDirect thread vs. QD setupsSimple cleaning tips most people overlookIf you’ve ever thought about getting a suppressor—or just want to understand how much the landscape has shifted—this is worth your time.This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Silencer Central, Vortex Optics, Archon Firearms, and Range Ready Studios.About Gu

In This Hour:-- Everyone has seen the video of the attacker rushing past security at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.  What lessons can we each learn from that?--  Todd Blanche, acting Attorney General of the U.S., talks with Tom about gun rights, his plan to help the Second Amendment, and his surprise that his mother has a carry permit!--  What are the real-world takeaways from this most recent attack on President Trump?Gun Talk04.26.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:--  Jarrod Grove from Calwell reveals the latest in the line of Claycopter launchers for wingshooters.--  What's the advantage of sticking with just one gun for carrying versus trying different models?--  Even when you can't get to the shooing range you can still practice.  Here's how.Gun Talk 04.26.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Assistant U.S. Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon chats with Tom about what the DOJ is doing to protect the Second Amendment and where she now practices with her Glocks.--  Cam Edwards delivers an update on the assaults on gun owner rights in Virginia.--  What's the difference between training and practiciing with your gun?Gun Talk 04.26.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- When a father looked for help with security for his daughter and other nursing students, the Second Community stepped up with volunteers.--  While the 1911 may be the "classic car" of the pistol world, it still "drives" just fine.--  Justice Department's Harmeet Dhillon attracts new fans with her talk of target shooting.Gun Talk 04.26.26 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

Is your rifle kit missing something? Ryan Gresham is on the floor of the 2026 NRA Annual Meetings in Houston with EOTech veteran John Bailey, and they're covering everything from why NODs and IR lasers have gone mainstream to the wave of new products EOTech dropped at SHOT Show. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Archon Firearms, Range Ready Studios, Silencer Central, and FN Firearms.About Gun Talk NationGun Talk Media's Gun Talk Nation with Ryan Gresham is a weekly multi-platform podcast that offers a fresh look at all things firearms-related. Featuring notable guests and a lot of laughs. Gun Talk Nation is available as an audio podcast or in video format.For more content from Gun Talk Media, visit guntalk.com or subscribe on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, and X. Catch First Person Defender on the new Official FPD YouTube channel. Watch Gun Talk Nation on its new YouTube channel. Catch Gun Talk Hunt on the new dedicated YouTube Channel. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker, iHeart, App

At the 2026 NRA Annual Meetings, Gun Talk’s Tom Gresham is joined by Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon to discuss the Department of Justice’s aggressive push to defend Second Amendment rights—and the legal battles unfolding across the country.Dhillon breaks down the DOJ’s response to controversial firearm legislation, including recent actions in Virginia, challenges to so-called “assault weapon” bans, and efforts to protect gun manufacturers from state-level overreach. She also shares insight into ongoing cases that could shape future Supreme Court rulings and what gun owners should expect moving forward.From federal lawsuits to training and advocacy, this conversation highlights the DOJ’s evolving role in protecting gun rights nationwide.DOJ lawsuits targeting state gun restrictionsLegal challenges to semi-auto firearm bansFederal vs. state conflicts on gun lawsEncouraging responsible firearm ownership & trainingFor more content from Gun Talk Media, visit guntalk.com or subscribe on YouTube, Rum

“My mom, for the first time, just told me she has a concealed carry permit! That’s okay, I love it!” ~ Todd Blanche, Acting U.S. Attorney GeneralAt the 2026 NRA Annual Meetings, Gun Talk’s Tom Gresham is joined by Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche to discuss major developments affecting the Second Amendment—and what gun owners can expect next.Blanche shares insight into sweeping regulatory changes currently in the works at the Department of Justice, aimed at restoring Second Amendment rights and rolling back burdensome restrictions on gun owners, manufacturers, and FFLs. He also discusses ongoing legal battles, potential Supreme Court implications, and the administration’s long-term strategy to create lasting change.From regulatory reform to defending gun rights nationwide, this conversation offers a rare inside look at what’s happening behind the scenes in Washington—and what it means for the firearms community.DOJ regulatory overhaul underwayPotential major changes for FFLsSupreme Court battles impa

Live from the Ruger booth at the 2026 NRA Annual Meetings--  Ruger re-enters the shotgun market with the iconic Red Label, plus new rifles from a new factory.--  After getting rid of the rascals, the NRA is back and stronger than ever in the fight for the Second Amendment.  John Commerford, head of the ILA, provides updates on the legal and legislative activities.--  The pistols and revolvers from Taurus are miles ahead of only a few years ago.  Caleb Giddings explains what's new, and what's different.Gun Talk 04.19.2026 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

Live from the Ruger booth at the 2026 NRA Annual Meetings.-- Ruger stretches the lines of the RXM pistol and the American Gen II rifle, including left handed models!--  Mark Keefe, long-time editor at the NRA, talks about his favorite guns, including historic one.--  What's behind the constant offering of discount guns from Palmetto State Armory?Gun Talk 04.19.2026 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

Live from the Ruger booth at the NRA Annual Meetings. --  Gun Talk launches a new all-guns TV channel, available on smart TVs. Ryan Gresham explains what Shooting Sports Life is and how to get it.--  Serious people know a good flashlight is part of your self defense package.  Andrew Wright, from Surefire, explains how to choose the right light.--  Tom reveals some of the guns which caught his attention on the show floor at the 2026 NRA Show.Gun Talk 04.19.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

The legendary Kyle Lamb of Viking Tactics joins Ryan Gresham for this episode of Gun Talk Nation. In this wide-ranging discussion, Kyle and Ryan discuss the NRA-ARC matches, where competition shooting and tactical shooting overlap, how to select the right gear - and what gear really matters, tips to combat nervousness, and so much more.This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Archon Firearms, Silencer Central, FN Firearms, EOTech, Taurus USA, Vortex Optics, CZ Firearms, and Silent Steel USA.About Gun Talk NationGun Talk Media's Gun Talk Nation with Ryan Gresham is a weekly multi-platform podcast that offers a fresh look at all things firearms-related. Featuring notable guests and a lot of laughs. Gun Talk Nation is available as an audio podcast or in video format.For more content from Gun Talk Media, visit guntalk.com or subscribe on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, and X. Catch First Person Defender on the new Official FPD YouTube channel. Watch Gun Talk Nation on its new YouTube channel. Catch Gun Tal