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Welcome back to the Talking Lead AK Korner 12 part series presented by Pioneer Arms Corp. Part 7 Shwell is back to help Lefty host another information packed AK Korner episode. Our guests this week include CJ Johnson president of Pioneer Arms Corp USA and Andrew Breneman with Century Arms (Drew is an all around gun guru). We embark on discussing 922r compliance: Section 922r of US Code, Title 18 is a regulation which pertains to building or modifying a semiautomatic rifle or shotgun from imported parts. This law impacts importers, manufacturers, gunsmiths and consumers who assemble their own firearms. (r) It shall be unlawful for any person to assemble from imported parts any semiautomatic rifle or any shotgun which is identical to any rifle or shotgun prohibited from importation under section 925(d)(3) of this chapteras not being particularly suitable for or readily adaptable to sporting purposes except that this subsection shall not apply to— (1) the assembly of any such rifle or shotgun for sale or distribution by a licensed manufacturer to the United States or any department or agency thereof or to any State or any department, agency, or political subdivision thereof; or (2) the assembly of any such rifle or shotgun for the purposes of testing or experimentation authorized by the Attorney General. We also discuss go/no-go gauges, what they are for and how to use them. And we giveaway another Pioneer Arms Corp. AK-47!

It's time for another episode of the Talking Lead Podcast! We live up to our reputation as being the podcast the Firearms Industry goes to for their exclusive releases of new products. Chad Enos with Kel-Tec Weapons drops some sweet news on the Lead Head Brigade by telling us about their new 22lr pistol the CP33 and their new bullpup shotgun the KS7. But before we get the low down on these new offerings from Kel-Tec the Gunny storms in with the Talking Lead Jackwagon Train. Jackwagons this week include: Dianne Feinstein and her underhanded crew of Senators. The legacy seeking witch is back at it with her new "Assault Weapons Ban", an Ohio man steals a gun from a man dying at the scene of a motorcycle accident, Trolls on social media and more. We give away our second Talking Lead-Buck Knives-Streamlight-FLEOA EDC Pocket Dump Reward! We still have 8 more to give away so listen up and take part!

TLP 278 - New Year, New Gun Bans, Same Old BS Happy New Year Lead Head Brigade! Talking Lead is back with our first episode of 2019. Helping Lefty bring in the show is fellow Lead Head and friend, Bill Hampstead with FLEOA. Before Lefty kicks off the show he gives a big "Thank you!" to all the support and participation you listeners have given Talking Lead over the past 6 years. The first Talking Lead Jackwagon Train of 2019 rolls in with the Gunny ready to haul off our new batch of Jackwagons. A teen shoots her foot off with a stolen AK-47. A want-to-be celebrity named Tom Arnold gets lashed by Dana Loesch and a new ban on bump stock devices slaps us in the face to start off our New Year. We discuss some initial plans and activities for SHOT Show.. We hint at a few guests that will be dropping by the Buck Knives booth, which is the Official 2019 SHOT Show"Leadquarters" Studio. One very special interview that is confirmed will be with the last living member of Easy Company's Band Of Brothers... All this and more, listen now!

TLP 277 - Light Up Your EDC With Streamlight Merry Christmas Lead Heads! Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast! We are making your Christmas bright this episode with our guest Brian Osborn of Streamlight Inc. A former Olympian and S.W.A.T. sniper Brian talks about the importance of implementing a flashlight into your every-day-carry kit and your firearms training. Lefty and Brian also discuss the right light for the right situation, the benefits of having more than one flashlight, the benefits of duel fuel lights and the variety of lights Streamlight offers to meet your needs. House-to-house magazine searches in New Jersey? Harvard student kicked out of her home for legally owning firearms? Banning Christmas song classics? What is going on? Find out as the guys take care of a new load of Jackwagons during the The Talking Lead Jackwagon Train segment. You'll see infrared in a whole new light during this episode's Talking Lead Facts To Fight The Myth segment. Casey Betzold joins us to talk about the upcoming Anteris Alliance Try and Buy event at the Progun Club in Las Vegas, more on the EDC Pocket Dump Listener Rewards Program and lots more so tune in, relax and enjoy!

TLP 276 - THE AK KORNER PART 6: Travis Haley, Jim Fuller & Brian Keeney It is that time of month again when we talk all things AK-47 on the Talking Lead AK Korner presented by Pioneer Arms Corp. Part 6 is all about training with your AK-47. Joining Lefty this episode is Brian Keeney of OCCAM Defense. Brian brings with him two of the industry's most revered AK-47 experts Travis Haley of Haley Strategic Partners and Jim Fuller of Rifle Dynamics to talk philosophies of training. After we get some great training tips from Travis, Jim and Brian, Lefty hits the guys with some Lead Head submitted questions. Next Brian talks about OCCAM Defense's new ODS-1775 AKM pattern rifle and his journey that ultimately led him to building this beast of a rifle that is capable of shooting 1 MOA and better at ranges not typical for an AK-47. Haley Strategic Partners (HSP): Bringing together the leading tactical, strategic and design professionals in the world, HSP harnesses experience and passion to raise the bar and drive action leading to greatness in every project the Company undertakes. Led by Special Operations Forces veteran CEO Travis Haley, the Haley Strategic team delivers a wealth of services, from dynamic hands-on live fire training to high-level product stress testing and development, to precision-targeted experiential marketing and PR. Rifle Dynamics (RD): Over a decade ago Jim Fuller fell in love with the AK. It was simple, reliable, and the most produced rifle in the world. It was also far from perfect and not well liked in the U.S. RD was founded in 2007, in Jim Fuller's garage, with the express purpose of producing a line of "…fighting rifles anyone could count on." Jim's mission is to help popularize the AK platform in the United States by taking away the "bad guy" gun stigma it has carried over the decades in America . Jim builds AK's that handle with ease, are supremely reliable, incredibly accurate, beautifully crafted, and always deliver. Occam Defense Solutions Inc.(ODS) : ODS was born out of a desire to make simple, reliable, and practical weapons for the American Rifleman. We look for real problems and design elegant solutions for them. Our name comes from the scientific principle of Occam's Razor: "All things being equal, the simplest answer is the correct one". ODS is located in Idaho– one of the most free states in the union. ODS loves liberty, and firmly believes that individual access to quality weapons supports liberty on a personal and national level.

TLP 275 - The SHOT Show "Leadquarters" Royal Announcement Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast! We hope you all had an enjoyable Thanksgiving Holiday. This episode we reveal where the 2019 SHOT Show LEADQUARTERS will be hosted. To help with the big announcement Lefty brings back a guest from episode 273??? Listen to find out the big news. Also this episode Lefty interviews Art Cason from Royal Range USA, the premier indoor gun range and retail store for the Southeast United States. Joining in on the conversation is our friendly neighborhood Squatch and Master Of Arms host Zeke Stout. We take care of a whole train load of listener submitted Jackwagons as The Gunny races in with the Talking Lead Jackwagon Train. Next Lefty and his guest host re-announce the new LEAD HEAD BRIGADE EDC Pocket Dump Rewards Program and clarify what you need to do to participate.

TLP 274 - 4th Annual Black Friday/Cyber Monday Hot Dish Of Deals Happy Thanksgiving! The show you Lead Heads have been waiting for all year has finally arrived! We are serving up the hottest deals from the best companies. This is our biggest Black-Friday-Cyber-Monday-End-Of-Year deals show ever. Enough reading, now listen to the show, get the codes and take advantage of the hot-dish-deals these companies have cooked up exclusively for the Lead Head Brigade: Sheep Dog IA Tactical Shit Occam Defense Royal Range USA Aklys Defense Modern Spartan Systems Obsidian Arms X-Steel Targets Night Fision Tactical Rx Operator Coffee RITON Optics Palmetto State Armory Altai Boots Prym1 Camo Dipstick Coatings 1776 United

TLP 273 - Chris Spence Horse Soldier & EDC Pocket Dump Rewards Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast Lead Heads! Joining Lefty this episode is Bill Hampstead with the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) to help make an announcement that you will not want to miss. Also along to help with the big announcement & co-hosting is Chris Brooks Director of Brand Management for Buck Knives Inc. Before the guys drop the good news Lefty has Master Sergeant Chris Spence on the show. Chris was part of The Special Forces team (Task Force Dagger) deployed to Afghanistan just weeks after 9/11, known now as the "horse soldiers," made famous by Doug Stanton's book Horse Soldiers. We talk about their mission and learn more about Chris with the Talking Lead "New Guy" questions. The Talking Lead Jackwagon Train rolls in to pick up a new batch of Jackwagons that includes a trio that stole over $400k by using stolen valor, a day care that doubles as a "fight club" and some Canadians that one of you Lead Heads nominated. Talking Lead, FLEOA, Buck Knives and Streamlight are pleased to announce a new Listener appreciation rewards opportunity for you Civilian & Sheep Dog Lead Heads. Listen to the podcast to find out the details!

TLP 272 - THE AK KORNER Part 5: Jim Fuller Rifle Dynamics It's time for Part 5 of the Talking Lead AK KORNER presented by Pioneer Arms Corp. Grab a comfy seat fill a glass with your favorite adult beverage because we have the legend of the American AK-47 build, Jim Fuller! Lefty has the privilege of picking Jim's brain on everything AK. Jim tells us how he was first exposed to the AK and what really hooked him on this tough-as-nails rifle. We go into the history of Rifle Dynamics and talk about some of their newest projects. And we go to you, the Lead Head listener, and ask Jim your questions you sent in via email and social media posts.

TLP 271 - Mental Illness & Firearms: Bridging The Gap Welcome to another episode of the Talking Lead Podcast! We are talking mental health and firearms this episode with fellow Lead Head, President of Eagle Imports and founder of Walk The Talk America (WTTA), Mike Sodini. On the heals of the recent mass shooting murders at the Borderline Bar and Grill in California this is a timely topic you do not want to miss. The guys discuss misconceptions about the roles that both the mental health system and firearms play in problems of gun violence, negligence and suicide. Mike talks about how he was inspired to bring the mental health industry and the firearms industry together by creating the non-profit organization called Walk The Talk America - WTTA. Historically, both industries care deeply about this issue but have never been connected. WalktheTalkAmerica.org is a way to bring our industries together. The professionals and academics from both industries are moving forward with combining efforts, information, and resources to achieve our vision for the future. The Talking Lead Jackwagon Train makes its rounds to haul off another batch of deserving jackwagons. Making the TLJW Train this week is a Former US Supreme Court Justice, a SNL cast member & a host from The View. All this and more so tune in Lead Heads!

TLP 270 - Master Of Arms: Behind The Scenes Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast! In this episode we go behind the scenes and get to know the judges of Discovery's new competition weapons building show Master Of Arms. Lefty is joined by his former Talking Lead co-host and now the host of MOA, Zeke Stout, Historian and curator of the Cody Firearms Museum Ashley Hlebinsky and Nick Irving, author and former special operations sniper in the 3rd Ranger Battalion for the U.S. military. The gang has a "phenomenally" great time talking about the funny behind the scenes antics both on and off set, the contestants and answering a few "new guy" questions. You don't want to miss this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast so "Get On It!" download and listen now.

TLP 269 - Optics 101: Which Scope Do I Need? Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast! We continue our Optics 101 segment by answering the question: "Which scope do I need...?" Jeremiah "J-Mack" Alexander with Riton Optics joins Lefty to talk about which type of optic is right for different types of firearms, certain situations and different scenarios. We start with home defense and work our way to long-range precision shooting. J-Mack gives the Lead Head Brigade an exclusive on Riton's release of their new Mod7 4-32x56IR scope, talk about long range! Of course the Gunny comes to the rescue with the Talking Lead Jackwagon Train to haul off a "man-sized" load of Jackwagons. Making the TLJWT this time is Kleenex, Long Island University & Socialist Ocasio-Cortez. And one lucky Lady Lead Head get's rewarded for just letting us know she is a Subscriber! If you have Jackwagon nominations send them to [email protected] Subject: Jackwagon Train.

TLP 268 - Shooting Stances & Cracked Ray-Bans Welcome back to another episode of the Talking Lead Podcast! Lefty's guest host is Bill Hampstead with the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA). Bill has a couple of special announcements to make to the Lead Head Brigade you don't want to miss. Joining Bill and Lefty this episode is special guest, competition shooter, columnist, teacher & trainer, Michelle Cerino. Before we find out more about Michelle through the "New Guy/Girl" questions the Gunny rolls in with the Talking Lead Jackwagon Train, Ray-Bans are not for real shooters. Michelle also has a new "Fact To Fight The Myth" dealing with shooting stances...don't be the "poopy-stance" shooter! Michelle is the president of Cerino Consulting and Training Group , a firearms training company she built with her husband Chris in 2011. She runs the Princess Gunslinger, is the Managing Editor & Columnist at womensoutdoornews , she is a Columnist for Gun World Magazine & NRA Shooting Sports USA. Michelle is a contributor in The New Pioneer Magazine & Combat Handguns We continue our Watches For Heroes awards and Bill drops some great news bombs on us about an upcoming giveaway campaign coming soon!

TLP 267 - THE AK KORNER Part 4: Spetsnaz Sniper It's that time again for another edition of the Talking Lead AK Korner presented by Pioneer Arms Corp! In Part 4 of our 12-part series on the AK-47 our special guest is a former member of the elite Soviet Spetsnaz sniper unit, Historian, Author & Trainer Marco Vorobiev! Marco shares his unique perspective on the iconic AK-47 and his experiences with it in the field. He also shares what it was like going through the Spetsnaz selection process and his take on the SVD Dragunov sniper rifle. We get Marco's perspective on the history of Russia's development and adoption of Kalashnikov's rifle in addition to his take on current Russian military rifles in use and lots more. We talk about Marco's books, Gun Digest Shooter's Guide to AKs & AK-47 - Survival and Evolution of the World's Most Prolific Gun. These books are essential for every AK enthusiast. Marco details the similarities and differences between the AK-47 and its variants and we fight a few myths along the way. In this episode we also give away another Pioneer Arms Corp. Hell Pup AK-47! This one comes with a special cerakote done by Blackout Custom Cerakote...are you the winner? Listen to find out!

TLP 266 - Gun Ownership Responsibilities Welcome back to another information pack episode of the Talking Lead Podcast! Joining Lefty this week is Firearms Training Guru, Author & 2A-Avenger Rob Pincus. We take Rob off his leash and let him run wild to share his knowledge and opinions on many current 2nd Amendment issues. Rob talks about the "RSO & Selfie Guy Video" and breaks it down and explains stage by stage. We take listener submitted questions from social media just for Rob. And one lucky Lead Head gets to ask their questions to Rob and Lefty LIVE! We get an update on the Avidity Arms PD10 single stack 9mm. More Hollywood Jackwagons, More Watches For Heroes, The Second Amendment Organization, Professor Lefty assigns homework for the Lead Heads & more....

TLP 265 - Discovery Channel's "Master Of Arms" Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast Lead Heads! We are honored to be the first podcast to announce Discovery Channel's new competition show called "Master Of Arms". To help us make this big announcement, Lefty is joined by the host of "Master Of Arms", Zeke Stout! That's right Talking Lead's very own Squatch is a TV star! Zeke tells us about the journey leading up to this tremendous opportunity of being selected as the host on one of television's most popular networks. But, of course, not until Lefty and Zeke throw some Jackwagons on the Talking Lead Jackwagon Train! DISCOVERY TO PREMIERE ALL-NEW COMPETITION SERIES 'MASTER OF ARMS' Premieres Friday, November 2 at 10 PM ET/PT on Discovery Channel (LOS ANGELES) – Over the course of history, skilled craftsmen helped shape the fate of mankind by constructing the most iconic weaponry known to man. Inspired by age-old traditions, Discovery Channel is gathering the best builders to battle it out in a head-to-head competition to re-create the armaments that have changed the course of history. MASTER OF ARMS premieres Friday, November 2 at 10 PM ET/PT on Discovery. Centuries ago, the greatest empires leaned on the backs of weapon craftsmen to create the blades, bows and ballistics that would win wars and alter history forever. Now, modern weapons smiths will put their technical knowledge and ingenuity to the test giving insight into age-old building techniques — and the traditions, methods and craftsmanship that define them. Each episode, three builders will face-off in two historical challenges that call upon era-specific weaponry, from the firearms of the frontier to the blades of the Vikings. But these aren't just quickly fabricated weapons – each tool will be heavily researched and crafted pieces of art. Weapons will be tested by a decorated military marksman and judged by three experts: Ashley Hlebinsky, one of the leading firearms historians in the country. Ashley has dedicated her life and career to the study of weaponry. She is currently the Chief Curator of one of the largest firearms collections in the country, the Cody Firearms Museum, in Wyoming. Nicholas Irving, a former Sergeant within the Special Operations unit, 75th Ranger Regiment 3rd Ranger battalion, served as an assaulter, machine gunner, designated marksman and sniper. He is also The New York Timesbestselling author of The Reaper, Way of the Reaper andReaper: Ghost Target. Zeke Stout, a certified firearms specialist. He has served as an executive at one of the largest firearms, technology, and gunsmithing schools in the country. In that role, he was certified as a higher education professional in leadership, an Armorer in several platforms, including the 1911 and Penn arms grenade launcher. Trenton Tye, a professional blacksmith with over 20 years' experience. His specialties include casting, gunsmithing, knife making, and ancient arms and armor. In each episode, blade, ballistic and bow weapons will be rigorously tested as well as judged on their design, historical accuracy, and abilities. With an elimination after each challenge, only one smith will walk away with the grand prize of $10,000 and be crowned the "Master of Arms."

TLP 264 - It's A Gun World Welcome to another episode of the Talking Lead Podcast Lead Heads! Prepare yourselves for a great episode that will remind you of the early days at the Talking Lead Leadquarters' Studio. Our guest this week is the editor of Gun World Magazine, Robb Manning. Lefty and Robb talk about everything from the American Medical Association, crappy guns, The Walking Dead, the books he authored, to busting myths about print magazines. Rob gets hit with the "New Guy" questions. A big celebration is coming next year, 60 years of Gun World Magazine! Another load of Jackwagons get their ass-igned seats on the Talking Lead Jackwagon Train. We announce another recipient of the Defi Watches/Talking Lead/FLEOA/ watches for Heroes program 14 Watches for 14 Vets and we award one lucky member of the Lead Head Brigade with a swag pack! All this and more coming to you in this episode!

Thanks for tuning in for another episode of the Talking Lead Podcast! Lefty's guest this episode is Lead Head regular, Jerommie Smith with Defi Watches/Smith Bradley LTD to talk about their Big Screen début (hint Bruce Willis), their new TV series (hint Discovery Channel) and the long-awaited release of the one of a kind, premium monthly watch club, ZEW BOX. The Gunny hauls off a load of new Jackwagons. Lefty & Jerommie award a special watch to a very deserving WWII Veteran continuing our 14 Watches for 14 Vets program.

TLP 262 - THE AK KORNER Part 3: AK-47 Ballistics We are back with the 3rd installment of our 12 part series called The Talking Lead AK Korner presented by Pioneer Arms Corp! Ballistics is the topic of the day and to help Lefty and Shwell talk about the AK-47 round and more the guys call in the man who literally wrote the book on the AK-47, BOOK OF THE AK-47, Mr. David Fortier with Firearms News Magazine. David brings decades of experience to this episode of the AK Korner. After a decade in the Military Aerospace industry David began a writing career in the firearms industry penning articles for dozens of popular titles. He is the recipient of the prestigious Carl Zeiss Outdoors Writer of the Year award. David has expertise on foreign small arms, ammunition and optics. In 2007 during the Iraq War he was embedded with the U.S. Army as a war correspondent. David starts off by telling us about the famous AK-47 ammunition, the 7.62x39mm round. The 7.62×39mm round is a rimless bottlenecked intermediate cartridge of Soviet origin that was designed during World War II. As the discussion progresses we learn about the AK-74 round, the 5.45x39mm round and the Dragunov's 7.62x54mmR round. David also enlightens us on some rounds that were directly derived from the 7.62x39mm round the 6.5mm Grendel and the 9x39mm. Lefty and Shwell read some listener submitted comments, suggestions and David fields some of your questions. We also announce the winners of the Pioneer Arms Corp. AK parts kit and the AK-47 Hellpup!

TLP 261 Disaster Preparedness Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast gang! Are you prepared? In this episode Lefty's guest is, Lead Head favorite, Andrew Breneman. With Hurricane Florence storming in on the East Coast and on the sobering 17th Anniversary of 9/11 we thought it would be a good idea to give ourselves a refresher on what we should be doing to be proactive before disaster strikes. Andrew and Lefty talk about the top items you need to be stocking up on, how much you need and how to store and maintain them for optimal effectiveness. This episodes Talking Lead Jackwagon Train finds no shortage of passengers. Ridding the TLJWT this week are Lead Head submitted Jackawagons that loose their limbs, "Smart" Gun "logic" that is just plane dumb, Lefty continues the Talking Lead - Defi Watches - Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association 14 Watches for 14 Vets program by awarding two more stylish Defi watches to deserving Sheep Dogs.

TLP 260 - European Vacation: Talking Lead Style AKA: Planes, Jackwagon Trains & Tanks! We are back Lead Heads! The Talking Lead crew is fresh off the plane from our trip to Poland and the Czech Republic. This episode we recap our grand adventures touring the Pioneer Arms Corp factory, PA-KO Military Surplus facility and Excalibur Army. Joining Lefty this episode to talk about all the adventures experienced while in Europe are his traveling companions: Daniel and Brian with Pioneer Arms Corp USA, David Fortier Editor with the Outdoor Sportsman Group Integrated Media, Robb Manning Editor with Gun World Magizine. Also joining the group is our host Mike Michalczuk owner of Pioneer Arms Corp. and the President of Firearms United, Tomasz Stepien. Before we kick off the European Vacation, Lefty has to take care of some Jackwagons as the Talking Lead Jackwagon Train rolls in! We also announce another lucky recipient of a Defi Watch from the Talking Lead/Defi Watches/FLEOA 14 Watches for 14 Vets program.

TLP 259 - Kit Cope, ANTIFA Explosions & Defi Deals! Thanks for tuning in to another episode of the Talking Lead Podcast! We have an explosive show for you Lead Heads. MMA/ Muay Thai champion and ATIFA-Squasher Kit Cope joins Lefty to talk about Spikes Tactical's new binary product called Spike-O-Myte! David with Inland Mfg drops in to tell us about their new enhacned M1-Carbine called the M30-P .30 caliber pistol. Blowing our minds, again! Lefty is joined by Jerommie Smith of Smith & Bradley Ltd / Defi Watches to offer more Lead Head Brigade ONLY deals on S&B and Defi Watches! Defi Deals for the Lead Heads The new Sans 13 2.0 watch has started shipping so if you were one of the smart Lead Heads that preordered yours it will arrive soon! Jerommie is offering a limited time discount on some great watches from Defi Watches and Smith & Bradley Ltd. You have to listen to find out what the deals are and how to get them! Hurry these special Talking Lead ONLY deals end September 17th, 2018. Spike's Tactical Binary Boom to ANTIFA! Joining Lefty from Spikes Tactical is Kit Cope, Marketing Manager, and Cole LeLeux, General Manager, to talk about their controversial (to leftist) "Not Today ANTIFA" poster and all of the laughable snowflake reactions they received from it. But this being Spikes Tactical we also get in to some nitty-gritty gun and explosive talks. Spike-O-Myte is their new binary product that packs a whallop! The guys also talk about some new sub sonic rounds Spike's is working on, the .440 and .420 sub sonic rounds and more! Inland Mfg & Hi Point Carbines David gives us the low down on the new 10mm carbine from Hi Point and the new M30-P .30cal pistol from Inland. In 1941, with the US being pulled into one of the greatest conflicts in world history, a division of General Motors was tasked to support the war effort. The result was firearm history with Inland Manufacturing becoming one of the largest gun manufacturers in the US, producing nearly 3 million firearms in less than 5 years. The most notable of Inland's firearm production was the .30 Caliber M1 carbine and the folding stock variant, the M1A1 Paratrooper model.

TLP 258 - THE AK KORNER Part 2: AK-47 Parts & Components Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast's AK Korner presented by Pioneer Arms Corp! In Part 1 of the AK Korner we hit you with the history of the AK-47 rifle. In our Part 2 episode we will disassemble the AK-47 and break down the components. Lefty's and Shwell's special guest expert is Vincent (Vince) Buckles of Mesa Kinetic Research LLC. In addition to schooling us on the parts that make up an AK-47 Vince gives us a lesson on Cast and Forged parts and the characteristics of each. He teaches us the difference between Milled and Stamped receivers. Vince also answers some questions sent in by our Lead Head listeners. All of this and...the first 2 recipients of the Pioneer Arms Corps' firearms are announced. Was it you? You will have to listen to find out!

TLP 257-Red White & Mindy Robinson! Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast Lead Heads! Hold on to your seats for an action-packed, full-speed-ahead, no-holds-barred episode with Mike Sodini (Eagle Imports Inc.) and the sensational Mindy Robinson! Actress, Patriotic Blogger, Host of Red White and F You! Mindy brings an amazing energy to this week's episode talking about her amazing Hollywood career, unbelievable dealings with extreme liberal fanatics, her candidates for the Talking Lead Jackwagon Train, new Facts To Fight The Myths and lots more! The Talking Lead Jackwagon Train This week's culprits include the liberal Facebook page, and all their followers, Occupied Democrats, liberal feminist that DOX conservatives, Senator Bill Nelson and his stance on 3D printed guns, Peter Fonda and his encouragement for voter fraud and the teacher that expelled a student for wearing an NRA t-shirt! To counter all this "Jackwagonness" a hero with a gun stops a mass murder during a back-to-school event attended by over 150 people in Florida. Mindy in the Movies Coming to a theater near you! Mindy talks about how she serendipitously got a boost into the movie biz. Her first film experiences and her latest projects. We talk about The hilarious Mat Best movie Range 15 directed by Ross Patterson. In her most recent film, Roe V Wade, Mindy talks about the major misconceptions that people associate with the Roe V Wade case. Mindy talks in detail about her character, Ellen Mccormack, one of the first female candidates for president, and some of her on-set antics with cast members like Jon Voight, Jamie Kennedy, William Forsythe, and John Schneider. Facts To Fight The Myths & 10 Watches For 10 Vets Mindy hits us with some new Talking Lead Facts To Fight The Myths specifically related to Hollywood. We continue the Taking Lead/Defi Watches 10 Watches For 10 Vets campaign by presenting our military, law enforcement & first responders with Defi Watches. 2 more watches get presented to 2 more deserving Veterans!

TLP 256 - Schotzy, Benchmade Knives & Boston Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast episode 256! This episode Lefty and his guest Bill and Goody talk about their recent trip to Massachusetts honoring the memory of Chris Schoppmeyer. We also have Brian Montgomery with Benchmark Knives join us to talk about a few of their new offerings. And it wouldn't be a complete show with out the Gunny dropping in with Talking Lead Jackwagon Train to haul off a new group of Jackwagons! More giveaways for our Defi Watches 10 Watches for 10 Vets campaign! Schoppmeyer Christian "Chris" Schoppmeyer was many things to many people, a husband, a father, a grandfather, a federal marine law enforcement agent, a member of FLEOA, active in his town's politics, and a volunteer who helped many kids learn to love and respect the outdoors. Chris was dedicated to his career, but first and foremost he was a family man. He loved fishing with his son Travis, 33, hunting with his daughter Erin, 27, walking with his golden retriever Shadow, going to baseball games, spending time as "Pop-pop" with his grandchildren, and sharing his life with Terri, his wife, along with his many other family members and friends. Benchmade Knives Also during the trip and dedication events honoring Chris, we run into Brian with Benchmade Knives. Brian does not disappoint when he makes an appearance on the show. We talk about the newest line of knives and tools from Benchmade and the importance of learning how to use them. Shop for Talking Lead Swag at 1776 United Click Here

TLP 255 - Optics Class 101 Part 3: Components Of A Rifle Scope Thanks for tuning in for another episode of the Talking Lead Podcast! We continue our Optics education with RITON USA. In Part 3 Lefty is joined by Jerimiah Alexander (J-Mack) to discuss the parts and components that go into the makeup of a rifle scope and how they all work together. But! Before Class is called to order The Gunny trucks in with the Talking Lead Jackwagon Train! Making the TLJWT this episode: Stand Your Ground Shooting in Florida; Fatal Church Shooting in Nevada; Sacha Baron Cohen & we give an update on a past Jackwagon! We giveaway 2 Defi Watches as part of the 10 Watches for 10 Vets campaign with Talking Lead & Defi Watches. We also pick a Lead Head from Instagram at random to win some swag from the Talking Lead Swag Vault! J-Mack talks about what is coming soon from RITON Optics. 2 new MOD 7 1-8x28 scopes (Hunting version & Tactical Version). Don't forget to grab your Talking Lead Black Assault Mugs at www.dip123.com/talkinglead

TLP 254 - Lanxang Tactical 1 Million Elephants Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast! This episode the Ryan and Travis from Lanxang Tactical join Lefty from the Big 3 East Media event in Daytona Beach. The guys talk about the history of Lanxang, their precision line of rifles and how Lanxang rifles dominate in sniper challenges across the country. Riton Optics kicks off their "Summer Of Color" Promotion! We extend the 10 Watches for 10 Veterans Giveaway and one lucky Lead Head wins some Lead Head Loot! RITON OPTICS Summer Of Color Promotion From Monday, July 16 through Friday, August 31 when you place an order for a Riton Red Dot or rifle scope, you will be eligible to select from 1 of 3 available Cerakote finishes. Magpul FDE, OD Green or Sniper Grey. Visit Riton's website for terms and conditions. www.ritonusa.com Lanxang Tactical Lanxang Tactical's owners fled the communist revolution of Laos and found their way to the states in the late 70's. They started with nothing, and now own their own machine shop, having worked as technicians and machinists in the aerospace industry for years. Their belief that a society can and should defend itself from a predatory and oppressive government is based in hard experience, and led them to begin the process of making superior firearms. The name Lanxang came about as a tribute to one of the owners' warrior heritage. It translates from Laotian as "one million elephants," a phrase that related the military dominance of the ancient kingdom. Naturally, they liked the elephant as a symbol and it looked damn good on the rifle. Lanxang is 100% American owned and operated, their products are designed, manufactured and assembled in Conyers, Georgia, USA.

TLP 253 - THE AK KORNER Part 1: AK-47 HISTORY Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast Lead Heads! The Talking Lead AK Korner kicks off this episode with our 1st part of this 12 part series about all things AK-47 presented by Pioneer Arms Corp. Ancel Robinson, Shwell11 on Youtube and social media, is joining Lefty as your Co-Host for this educational journey. During this 12 part AK-47 educational series we will cover the history of this 71 year old rifle. We will dissect the rifle and talk about all of the parts and components. We will discuss the milled and stamped manufacturing processes along with the difference in cast and forged parts. We will get in to ballistics and the different variations of the AK-47. Each episode we will bring in experts of their fields to bring you the facts. By the end of this 12 part series (1 episode each month) you will have gained a deeper understanding and appreciation of this engineering marvel developed by Mikhail Kalashnikov over 71 years ago which is still being used by militaries and enjoyed by civilians today. Enjoy this episode of The Talking Lead AK Korner Part 1: The History of the AK-47. Pioneer Arms Corp. will be giving away 12 firearms during this series. In Part 2 we will be giving away 2 firearms. Listen to find out what you need to do to qualify.

TLP 252 - Student Of The Gun & The Defi Watches For Veterans Giveaway Happy 4th of July double weekend Lead Heads! This episode Talking Lead celebrates big with Jerommie Smith of Defi Watches. Jerommie and Lefty have 3 HUGE announcements to drop. Also this episode Lefty is joined by the gang over at Student Of The Gun Paul G Markel and Jarrad Markel. SOTG talks about their recent move out West and Paul's latest books: Examining the Armed Citizen: the Historic Struggle Between Man and the State for the Control of Small Arms , Morning Mindset: a 30 Day Plan for a More Positive and Productive Life & Cigar Etiquette for Barbarians Talking Lead Jackwagon Train! Before Lefty and Jerommie drop the big announcements the Talking Lead Jackwagon Train rolls in to haul off this weeks load of Jackwagons. Welcome to the TLJWT Maxine Waters (D-CA)! Democratic Rep. Maxine Waters is inciting "mob violence" with her call for protesters to confront Trump officials in public. The Talking Lead Jackwagon Train gets it's final load of the day from Lefty and the Markels with Rhino Poachers on Sibuya Game Reserve, The guy that took Maxine's advice and got his ass kicked, & the McDonald's hammer attack in Near North Chicago. ZEW Box Big announcement 1: ZEW Box is coming! ZEW Box is a one of a kind membership club, where members receive a premium watch every month -- right to their door! With 3 different tiers you can pick and choose based on your level of interest. To celebrate our launch, we're giving away a couple of premium watches to our earliest supporters. Go to ZEW Box now to enter! 10 Watch Giveaway Big announcement 2: To say thank you for being a Lead Head and your support of the Talking Lead Podcast and Defi Watches listen to this episode for a huge limited time DISCOUNT just for you Lead Heads on all Defi Watches! Big announcement 3: Veterans that listen to the show or if you are a listener and want to nominate a Veteran, Talking Lead & Defi Watches is giving away 10 Defi Watches to 10 Veterans that either listen to the show or a listener nominates to receive one. Tell us about you and your service and why you listen to the Talking Lead Podcast. Send your submissions to [email protected] put in the Subject/Heading "I Want The Watch" Student Of The Gun Paul and Jarrad join Lefty to talk about their decision to move from the hot humid climate of Mississippi to the cooler and majestic climates of Wyoming and Utah. They talk about the pros and cons and life at their new digs Paul tells us about his latest book: Examining the Armed Citizen: the Historic Struggle Between Man and the State for the Control of Small Arms and his thoughts that went into writing it. We also talk about his other recent books: Morning Mindset: a 30 Day Plan for a More Positive and Productive Life & Cigar Etiquette for Barbarians Other topics the guys discuss: DALLAS MOM STOPS CARJACKING BY SHOOTING SUSPECT IN THE FACE, COPS SAY , The police are not there for your protection, Gun bans in other countries, Does the Flat Earth Society believe in UFOs & more!

TLP 251 - Eliminating Terrorists, Stern Defense & Pioneer Arms Corp Still bringing you Lead Heads spectacular interviews weekly! Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast. This episode we have Staff Sergeant Paul Martinez, Ranger Sniper with the 75th Rangers & Author to talk about his book When the Killer Man Comes: Eliminating Terrorists As a Special Operations Sniper. Stern Defense brings us their new MAG-AD series of pistol caliber adapters for your AR-15. The Big 3 training facility crew joins Lefty to talk about all the new features of their facility & Pioneer Arms Corp makes a big announcement for a new sponsored Talking Lead Podcast monthly segment...The Talking Lead AK Korner Stern Defense Sisters, Kristin and Andrea join Lefty during the 2018 Big 3 East Media Event to introduce their MAG-AD series. Convert your standard AR 15, M4, M16 lower assembly to use Glock or M&P Magazines in seconds. Features a last round hold open mechanism, made of aircraft grade aluminum, lightweight with ergonomic design. Stern Defense offers complete 9mm and 40 S&W conversion kits for your ARs. Bolts carrier groups, barrels and most other components you will need to fully convert your AR-15. The Killer Man SSG(RET) Paul Martinez former Army Ranger Sniper, Sniper Instructor, Author, Cattleman and Veterans Advocate drops by the "Leadquarters" to talk about his book When the Killer Man Comes: Eliminating Terrorists As a Special Operations Sniper America has one force with the single mission of direct action to capture or kill the enemy. That force is the 75th Ranger Regiment. Staff Sergeant Paul Martinez was a Ranger Sniper with the 75th Rangers during the desperate fighting in Afghanistan in 2011 when the United States made the decision to try to withdraw from Afghanistan. Paul Martinez was one of the deadliest snipers assigned to this unit, dubbed "Team Merrill," after the Marauders of World War II fame. Martinez and his fellow Rangers faced near-impossible odds taking on an enemy who knew they were coming and who employed every conceivable tactic to kill these Rangers. In When the Killer Man Comes, Martinez tells the harrowing true story of how he and his team hunted America's enemies in an operation that would have repercussions that are still felt today. The Talking Lead AK Korner Presented by Pioneer Arms Corp! We have Vice President of Pioneer Arms Corp CJ Johnson on to announce Talking Lead's up-coming segment called the Talking Lead AK Korner presented by Pioneer Arms Corp. With this new segment we will discuss all things Ak. We'll discuss history, design, use, variants, maintenance, people and more in this 12-episode monthly segment. Coming soon!

TLP 250 - Prym1 Camo, Charlie Melton & Drop Leg "Knee-Brace" Holsters Welcome to the 250th episode of the Talking Lead Podcast! 5 1/2 years and over 250 episodes and STILL bringing you Lead Heads new information, fun entertainment and great personalities each week. This week we deliver again. Joining Lefty is Stacie Walker, creator of Prym1 Camo. Navy SEAL sniper, Charlie Melton and developer of the Tejas round Brad Stair to talk about their next world record breaking longest rifle shot. Talking Lead Jackwagon Train This episode's Jackwagon is brought to you courtesy of a fellow Lead Head. Drop Leg "Knee-Brace" holsters do not exist. Learn how to properly wear your riggs before going out in public. Stacie and Lefty talk about the proper way to wear a drop leg holster. Charlie Mike Precision World Record Shot During our time at the 2018 NRAAM we did many interviews from the Official "Leadquarters" studio at the Eagle Imports Inc. booth. Charlie Melton, Charlie Mike Precision, and Brad Stair, Tejas cartridges /owner inventor Performance Guns, drop by to talk with Lefty and Mike Sodini about their upcoming attempt at a 7000 yard rifle shot shattering Charlie's previous record of 5025 yards! While there Mike and Lefty have some fun with the guys and hit them with some off-the-wall questions. Prym1 Camo Stacie Walker, creator/owner, of Prym1 Camo is Lefty's guest this episode. Stacie talks about how her love of hunting, the outdoors and painting inspired her creation of the Prym1 Camo pattern. We learn more about Stacie from the "Talking Lead New Guy" line of questions. PRYM1 is a series of patterns that utilize the colors and tones of nature combined with the organic shapes and motion of wildlife to effectively imitate a predator in the wild.

TLP 249 - Trick Shots, Alpha Foxtrot & Gun Safety for Kids Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast! During Talking Lead's coverage of the 2018 NRAAM event we did a lot of interviews so this week we are giving you more of those! This episode we talk trick shooting with Rick Rehm, children's' firearm education and safety with Yehuda Remer, aluminum lower frames for your glock 19 with Alpha Foxtrot and more! Trick Shots with shooter1721 Rick Rehm, trick shooter extraordinaire, stops by the Eagle Imports Talking Lead "Leadquarters" studio to talk about his wildly entertaining YouTube channel, shooter1721. Rick is a very talented trick shot artist using rimfire, centerfire, airguns but what makes Rick's channel even more entertaining is he performs amazing acts of precision with bladed instruments as well. Listen in as Rick talks about how he got started in Trick shooting and who his inspiration to be the best is. The ABC's of Guns Next up is author and 2nd Amendment advocate Yehuda Remer. Yehuda brings by his latest book titled SAFETY ON. SAFETY ON is a unique book catered to children that delves into the subject of proper gun safety protocol as well as teaching kids what to do if they find a firearm somewhere it is not supposed to be. Whether you own a gun or not, whether you are pro-gun or anti-gun, gun safety is not something to be taken lightly. Built Alpha Foxtrot Joe and Kenny with Alpha Foxtrot bring something by the "Leadquarters" that will excite the most discerning gun enthesitis. The AF-C is a forged aluminum lower frame for your Glock 19. With features like steel rail inserts, machined thumb index rest, bite-proof beaver tail you can take your G19 to the next level. Also coming soon from Alpha Foxtrot is a AF1911 and AF15...stay tuned! Get your Talking Lead ASSAULT MUG here!

TLP 248 Night Hunting, Lacey Caroline, Life Jackets for Guns Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast Lead Heads! We have Nick and Bill with Beastmaster Hunting to talk about their recent productive, but hilarious, night varmint hunt. Country Music recording artist Lacey Caroline talks about her new EP release and MSE Worldwide introduces the Life Jacket gun lock. The Talking Lead Jackwagon Train has a load to haul off this week as well! Talking Lead Jackwagon Train This week's Jackwagon Train was much needed. The dancing FBI agent definitely earns his seat on the TLJWT. A "mountain man" has his day in court to explain why he we fishing without a license...whos the Jackwagon here, the Judge or the Mountain Man? Life jacket Gun Lock Alan Teichelman of MSE Worldwide stops by the Eagle Imports "Leadquarters" during the 2018 NRAAM to tell us about the Life Jacket. The Life Jacket provides a safe secure storage option for your pistol during transportation. It provides full action coverage and a heavy-duty locking mechanism that impeds tortuous attempts to break it. The Life Jacket is designed to be mounted wherever you need quick access: in closets, under a bed, in an automobile or your motorcycle. When mounted properly, the Life Jacket device becomes a virtual gun safe, without the bulky size and allows you the quick access you need, when you need it. Lacey Caroline Up and coming Nashville Country Music recording artist Lacey Caroline joins Lefty & Mike Sodini at the "Leadquarters" next. Lacey talks about her new release "Ain't That Girl", what it was like singing the National Anthem in front of President Trump, the music business and much more about Lacey. Go show Lacey the Lead Head Brigade support by helping her promote her songs at www.laceycaroline.com Hunting with the Beastmaster You don't want to miss this hunting adventure story! Nick Atkinson, Beastmaster Hunting, and LeadHead-Bill tell us about their recent hog and predator hunt in South Texas. We talk about their gear, guns and ammo. We find out what it means to do a "Billdo". And of course we get side tracked and talk about leopards, crocodiles and more!

TLP 247 - BDH 1911, Wilder Tactical, Warne Scope Mounts Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast! We have a great show this episode from the Kel-Tec SHOT Show "Leadquarters" featuring Big Daddy Hoffman 1911, Jody Baucom with Weapons Junkie , Josh Van Heusen with Wilder Tactical, Leilani, Cory & Justin with Warne Scope Mounts & my Co-Host Chad Enos! Big Daddy Hoffman 1911 Jody Baucom and Big Daddy come by to share some cool things they've seen at SHOT. The Kel-Tec RDB-S and the Sig Sauer P365 being among them. Big Daddy talks about his restaurant called RO's BBQ, best Curb-Service BBQ in North Carolina! Big Daddy talks about some of his shooting range upgrades he's done using ground concrete as backstops. Video with range overview coming soon from Big Daddy! Chad drops a knowledge bomb on us about Kel-Tec's P11 9x19mm subcompact semi-auto pistol they released over 15 years ago. Wilder Tactical Josh Van Heusen, former Army Ranger Medic, joins the show next. Josh brings his field experience in designing his gear. Using a bungee cord retention system with his kydex magazine holsters sets Wilder apart from others you've seen. By implementing the bungee system their holsters are flexible for use with magazines, first aid equipment, walkies/radios, handcuffs, pepper spray or even recording devices. Wilder's articulating drop leg holster system moves when you move or bend. Compatible with most holster manufacturers. Their low profile belt systems features vertical laser-cut slots that accommodate ANY belt (up to 1.75"). The textured neoprene interior creates a comfortable non-slip system that eliminates the need for a velcro inner Belt. Warne Scope Mounts Leilani, Cory & Justin drop by the Leadquarters to talk about what's new. Warne's fabled bipod is getting closer to market. Legs are easily manipulated with one hand. It features ball and socket for full adjustment and movement. The gang talks long range precision shooting which Warne's Mountain Tech billet aluminum rings were made specifically for precision shooting. All product backed by Warne's Lifetime warranty. Lefty hits the Warne gang with some "New Guy" questions. John Wick, Jerry Miculek, Pre 1964 Winchester model 1894, Glock 41, Aluminum Frames for Glocks, Mystery Ranch and more come up during this segment.

TLP 246 Defi Deal, Gnat Warfare, CP Tactical & Republic Forge Welcome back to the award winning Talking Lead Podcast! Just in time for your Memorial Weekend festivities. Joining Lefty this week is Pepper to talk about her recent European Vacation and Jerommie Smith with Defi Watches dropping another spectacular Lead-Head-only-deal on his new "Classic" Field Watch. Also this episode is Gnat Warfare, CP Tactical Solutions and Republic Forge. Pepper's European Mis-Adventure! Fresh from her tour of Paris, Athens & Rome Pepper shares some of her adventures with us...and mis-adventures...watchout for grabby cabbies! Defi "Classic" Jerommie Smith of Smith and Bradley/Defi Watches drops by to hit you Lead Heads with another astonishing deal on Defi's newest watch the Springfield "Classic" Field Watch. You have to listen to get this limited time Lead-Head-Only-Deal!! The Classic is under the Defi brand, but is the S&B manufacturing answer to the classic American field watch that has donned the wrists of men for almost 100 years. Inspired by the same watch US infantry was issued standard during World War II, the Classic is a tribute to the heroes of the greatest generation. Gnat Warfare, CP Tactical Solutions & Republic Forge We continue Talking Lead's coverage of the 2018 NRAAM in Dallas at the Official "Leadquarters" Studio from Eagle Imports Inc. booth in this episode. Joining Lefty is George Ford, CEO, of Gnat Warfare. Chance Paris, Owner, CP Tactical Solutions and Robert Maw, President, Republic Forge LLC. Gnat Warfare: GNAT WARFARE was started by three friends who wanted more than fixed targets and clay pigeons to shoot at. Several cases of beer later, they devised a system of aerial and ground targets, powered by remote control. ​They now manufacture and sell ground & aerial tactical targets for purchase by military, law enforcement, and shooting ranges. And they host shooting events for groups. CP Tactical Solutions: An advanced certified Cerakote applicator, CPTS offer a wide range of designs and patterns from the exotic to the clean and simple. CPTS can cerakote just about any surface except rubber. There are about 90 different colors to choose. CPTS also has trained and certified gunsmiths on staff for all your gunsmithing needs. Republic Forge LLC: RF builds world-class 1911 pistols made by Americans for the Republic. Their pistols are truly made in the USA, by hand, with American-made parts, one gun at a time, not by ten assembly line workers. RF pistols are not built for beginners. They are built for shooters. RF puts a lot of rounds through each gun to make sure everything functions properly. They include a target from this first test firing to show you the incredible accuracy of their 1911s. RF pistols deliver a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and custom craftsmanship. Get your Talking Lead "Evil Black" Tumblers while they last at www.dip123.com/talkinglead

TLP 245 Kris "Tanto" Paronto Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast Lead Heads! This episode we get to talk with the legendary Kris "Tanto" Paronto. Broadcasting live on Talking Lead's social media from the Eagle Imports Inc. booth the Official "Leadquarters" of Talking Lead during the 2018 NRAAM (go to our Facebook page to watch the live feed). Much to the chagrin of Tanto's publicist what was supposed to be a 15 minute interview turns into a fun-filled full hour with this warrior. With a standing room only audience we talk about everything from running to post traumatic stress (not a disorder: Kris explains) to Gangsta Rap, to Musicals, to being the best you can be to his new training company Battleline Tactical and much more! We also get an exclusive #TantoTwerk Kris "Tanto" Paronto Former Ranger, 2nd Battalion, 75th Regiment Security and Military Consultant Hero of Benghazi Attack Tanto was part of the CIA annex security team that responded to the terrorist attack on the US Special Mission in Benghazi, Libya, September 11th, 2012, helping to save over 20 lives while fighting off terrorists from the CIA Annex for over 13 hours. His and his 5 surviving team members story is immortalized by the book and movie "13 Hours" written by Mitchell Zuckoff Before he was a security contractor, Tanto was a US Army Ranger from 2nd Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment. Rangers are trained to lead by being pushed to their physical and mental limits so that they can perform against impossible odds in punishing situations. In his book, THE RANGER WAY, Tanto shares stories from his training experiences that played a role in his team's heroic response in Benghazi as he explains the importance of demanding excellence when you commit to improving your life.

TLP 244 NRAAM 1-2 Full Conceal, Aklys, Inland, Hi-Point Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast. This episode we bring you part 2 of our first day coverage of the 2018 National Rifle Association Annual Meeting & Exhibits in Dallas, Texas. from the Official "Leadquarters" at Eagle Imports Inc. booth. Lefty and Mike Sodini host great guests like Aklys Defense, Full Conceal, Bersa Chat, Inland Mfg & Hi-Point. Aklys Defense Friends of the show, Joe Meaux and Charles Watson stop by to talk to us about their recently released AKSV Integrally Suppressed AK Rifle "Velociraptor" and some new suppressors they have in the works. Pilum M modular pistol can, Atlas 30 caliber user serviceable suppressor & the Kopis TI (titanium version of Aklys's proven .22LR suppressor). MKS Supply Bringing the firearms industry great products from Hi-Point Firearms and Inland Manufacturing, LLC, Charlie and David sit down at the "Leadquarters" to talk about 10mm carbine, Pistol Caliber Competitions (PCC) and Era correct shooting competitions. Full Conceal New guy to the show but fit right in from the start, Trey Gingles with Full Conceal brought over their new M3D and M3S super concealable pistols for Mike and Lefty to gawk over. Full Conceal has taken the popular G19 & G43 pistols and vastly improved concealability, comfort, safety, and firepower through their innovative reengineering process. Trey walks us through that process and the benefits of their pistols. Bersa Chat Eagle Imports Inc brings America great firearms from around the globe. Bersa, Grand Power, Metro Arms Corp, Comanche, SPS, Llama and more. With that many brands it just stands to reason you are going to have a large user and fan base. Enter TuxAir owner and administrator of Bersa Chat the largest Bersa forum on the Internet. JL shares his story of how and why Bersa Chat started and the great information available from this tight-knit fan forum. Bonus question for you Lead Heads: If you could be President for the day what would be your first Presidential act?

TLP 243 NRAAM 2018 1-1: TriStar, Ammo Inc., Ultradyne, SnagMag, MagFix Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast! This is our Kickoff episode to the 147th National Rifle Association's Annual Meetings and Exhibits. With 87,154 patriots and 800+ exhibitors it is the biggest Annual Meeting yet! All these great interviews took place at the Official Talking Lead "Leadquarters" studio from the Eagle Imports Inc. booth #5921. Our guest Co-host all week was Michael Sodini, President of Eagle Imports Inc. TriStar Arms Ryan Bader joins us at the "Leadquarters" to tell us about a new 12ga bullpup shotgun called the TriStar Compact that is compatible with Saiga AK style magazines. TriStar, known for their shotguns, offers a wide selection of quality firearms for hunters and recreational shooters alike. SNAGMAG Christine Rogers, President, of SNAGMAG LLC is up next with their innovative product that helps the everyday conceal carry person carry extra magazines in their pockets. The SNAGMAG was invented by a plain clothes LEO who wanted a better option for carrying a spare magazine while off duty. Listen to the interview to get a special Lead Head Brigade discount! Ultradyne Ultradyne has made utilizing barrel mounted front sights easier by pairing together their C-4 Dynamount folding Front Sight with their line of Compensators (.223/5.56). By mounting the Front Sight to the barrel, the user cuts down on movement making for consistent aim every time. The C-4 Dynamount Folding Front Sight is available with any of the three compensators from the Compensator line, including Athena, Mercury, and Apollo. Don't miss the Talking Lead exclusive deal offered by Ultradyne AMMO INCORPORATED Jay Grdina, CMO/Genius, drops by the "Leadquarters" with a non-incendiary solution to tracer ammo. STREAK visual ammunition is the answer. STREAK is safe for indoor and outdoor use. STREAK rounds are non-flammable phosphor material that utilize light emitted during the discharging of the round to make STREAK glow. The glowing material used is applied only to the aft end of the projectile, making it only visible to the shooter and those within a 30-degree viewing window. MagFix Paul Carlson introduces us to the MagFix. The MagFix is a performance enhancing part for your Smith & Wesson M&P Shield. The MagFIX is carefully designed to do these 3 things: locks your extended magazine sleeve and the base pad firmly together to make sure the sleeve stays in place so that your reloads are smooth and fast. provides enhanced gripping steps on your oversized base pad to make sure you have a solid grip on the gun while shooting and an improved purchase should you need to deal with a malfunction. features an enhanced profile which helps your empty 8 round magazine to drop free, ensuring that your reloads will be as fast and efficient as possible.

TLP 242 The Sodini, Abe & Moe, Geissele & NRAAM Welcome back to another loaded episode of the Talking Lead Podcast Lead Heads! This week Lefty's co-host is Mike Sodini, President of Eagle Imports. Eagle will be the "Official Leadquarters" for the 147th NRA Annual Meetings in Dallas. Mike and Lefty talk about all the exciting and fun events, giveaways and interviews they have planned for NRAAM. The Talking Lead Jackwagon Train screams in to haul off a big load of Jackwagons. Guest this week is Diego Muya with Geissele Automatics. Diego joins the show to talk about Geissele's new complete uppers, SSP single stage trigger and introduces us to a new knife company called Abraham & Moses Survival Equipment. The Talking Lead Jackwagon Train The Gunny can't wait to haul off this week's bunch of Jackwagons on the TLJWT. First up; Nashville, TN (Lefty's neck of the woods) had a mass murder by a complete nut-job at a Waffle House. The firearm he used was previously taken from him by the FBI but his father gave it back to him, WTF!? Mike and Lefty talk details about it. Joining the Waffle House nut-job is the acting Mayor of Nashville, TN David Briely because of his leftist mentality of "never let a crisis go to waste" using this tragedy, blatantly, as a platform for his mayoral election campaign. Mike's friend Mindy Robinson actress, model and huge 2A proponent (girlfriend of Randy Couture) has been going head-to-head with a hollywood-socialite-butterfly-social-media-troll, Lysa Heslov. Find out what happens! Geissele Uppers and Abraham and Moses Knives There is no such thing as too much Diego. Diego Muya joins us at two different events to keep us updated on all the great new products Geissele Automatics is offering. Don't miss the new complete upper by Geissele called the URGI or their new Super Speed Precision single stage triggers. Diego tells us all about them during the 2018 SHOT Show at the Kel Tec booth. Next we catch up with Diego during the Spring Big 3 East Media Event to talk about Giessele's new knife company called Abraham and Moses (Abe & Moe). Diego tells us about their full line of survival knives and sheaths. Eagle Imports is the Official Leadquarters for the 2018 NRAAM Lefty and Mike talk about all the reasons you need to plan on being at the 147th NRA Annual Meetings in Dallas, Texas May 3-6. The main reason is WE WILL BE THERE and we will be giving aways firearms and Talking Lead swag! Make plans to join us at booth 5921 The Official Leadquaters!

TLP 241 Godspeed To Gunny, DEFI Watches & Southpaw Tactical Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast! This episode is dedicated to The Gunny, R. Lee Ermey. May he rest in peace. Semper Fi Godspeed Gunny. Bringing you LEAD HEADS amazing deals this week from my special guests former SWAT guy Jerommie Smith, now President/CEO of Smith & Bradley Watches & Joe Dasilva from Southpaw Tactical. Listen for deals ONLY available to you the Lead Head listener! We also announce the release of our new Talking Lead Tumblers: Pre order by clicking this link. Talking Lead Jackwagon Train This week's Talking Lead Jackwagon Train is a somber one as we mourn the loss of R. Lee Ermey, The Gunny. Lefty and Jerommie make Gunny proud with a well deserving load of Jackwagons that includes snowflakes, country music artists and pneumonia. Southpaw Tactical Joe Dasilva of Southpaw Tactical drops by the Kel Tec Weapons "LEADQUARTERS" during the 2018 SHOT Show. Southpaw specializes in offering the left-handed shooter the latest and greatest in firearms' accessories available on the market. Lefty and Chad talk to Joe about what products caught his eye at SHOT and the difficulties they have to overcome by being a California based firearms accessories business. Joe offers an exclusive LEAD HEAD Discount, listen to find out how you can get it. DEFI Watches Jerommie joins Lefty this week to talk about a new company under the Smith & Bradley banner called DEFI Watches. Jerommie wanted to get back to his roots and give back to those who selflessly serve or have served at home and abroad. The objective: build a mission quality watch, load it up with technology & features and set a game changing affordable price. Enter the BATTLEFIELD and the SCOUT. Get super special LEAD HEAD pricing on these watches and more by listening to this episode. PRE ORDER YOUR EXCLUSIVE TALKING LEAD TUMBLERS HERE

TLP 240 No Other Choice Welcome back to the Talking Lead Show Lead Heads! This episode's special guest is Kevin Dixie owner of No Other Choice (NOC) Firearms Training. Lefty and Kevin start of the show having a good time throwing Jackwagons on the Talking Lead Jackwagon Train. This episode's TLJWT is dedicated to crazy chicks. That thug-wanna-be facebook live chick in Texas that shot her friend in the head, the crazy exercise chick that shot up the YouTube headquarters because they censored her account and that whinny, cowardly, disrespectful, child-puppet chick from Parkland Florida David Hogg. Since this is Kevin's first time on the show of course Lefty hits him with the Talking Lead New Guy Questions. As we find out more about Kevin we also learn more about N.O.C. in the process. N.O.C. Firearms Training is much more than a firearms and self-defense training company; they are a change agent for all communities. N.O.C. provides a much-needed sledge-hammer to break down barriers to get all good people to understand that freedom, prosperity, and liberty is for ALL; N.O.C. executes this by promotion and preservation of the Second Amendment and will do all we can to make sure our freedoms to be armed remains intact. "We are more than guns; we are a community" Aiming For The Truth Another great initiative Kevin has started is "Aiming For The Truth". "Aiming for the Truth" helps enrich lives to grow equity. Once people have equity, it's easy to teach them to defend it. This is the platform that has been missing from our communities including the 2A community. "The goal is to show people we care about them and can relate to their struggles, assist, invest, and then of course hold people accountable for their actions moving forward." "We have to do more than say guns are cool, Merica, and bacon! If we want to win the fight, we have to invest in lives! The most important capital is HUMAN capital!"

TLP 239 James Reeves, Targetize & Sonic Gun Cleaning Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast! Coming back strong from a long Easter break we bring you powerful and informative interviews at the 2018 SHOT Show "Leadquarters" from the Kel-Tec booth. Joining Chad Enos and Lefty first this week is our 2018 SHOT Show man on the street, James Reeves of The Firearms Blog, bringing us his report on all the coolest products at SHOT. Some highlights include the Franklin Armory Reformation, IWI Tavor 12ga shotgun and the new lighter Hudson h9a (34oz to 26oz). Also joining in the pow-wow is Mat Rogers from DAC Technologies bringing us an awesome dry-fire training tool called "Targetize". For our next round of interviews Lefty has long time Lead Head Nick Dooley of Dooley Defense. Nick brings his buddy Calvin Christie of River City Arsenal to talk about his mobile sonic gun cleaning service. Nick and Calvin share a couple of funny stories during their service in Iraq over a round of Talking Lead "New Guy" questions...homemade Gun Trucks anyone!? Support Sheep Dog Impact Assistance Today!

TLP 238 RUNENATION, Carbon Fiber Barrels & 3D Suppressors Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast episode TLP 238. This episode we have special guests John Arron Jones with Thermal Defense Solutions, Ian Strimbeck with Runenation, Adam Kraut with The Gun Collective and Darrel with Tactical Kinetics. The Legal Brief Guy & The Barrel Guys: Tactical Kinetics, aka "The Barrel Guys", is bringing a carbon fiber barrel to the market. Weighing in at 8 ounces with an 850 degree plus fail heating point where most others crap out around 650 degrees. Adam Kraut talks to us about his upcoming run for the National Rifle Association board. You can find out more about Adam and why you should vote for him at www.adamkraut.com RUNENATION LLC & Thermal Defense Solutions: Ian Strimbeck joins Lefty to talk about his new company Runenation LLC. Ian is a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. During that time he attained experience in combat and security operations and held every position in a fire team from SAW Gunner to Team Leader. Runenation is a consulting and education company specializing in the constant growth of the multidisciplinary tactician. Wrapping up this episode we have John Aaron Jones representing Thermal Defense Solutions. TDS uses the physics-based approach of making suppressors through the use of advanced 3D modeling and simulation tools. By using this approach, TDS can not only predict, but manipulate the speed and direction of expanding gases throughout a suppressor. The result is suppressors with complex designs that are not always feasible to produce through traditional manufacturing methods.

TLP 237 The "Riesenator", Less Lethal KEDS & Gun Locks Thanks for tuning in for another episode of the Talking Lead Podcast! This episode we talk about a new less-lethal KSG shotgun from Kel-Tec. Senior Team Leader Joseph Garcia, of US C-SOG talks about his Giant Schnauzers & Santa Cruz Gun Locks introduces their gun lock system to the civilian market. Talking Lead Jackwagon Train Before we continue our interviews from the Kel-Tec LEADQUARTERS at the 2018 SHOT Show, The Gunny roars in with the Talking Lead Jackwagon Train. This week Lefty goes solo but has plenty of Jackwagons to throw on the TLJWT. Listen in to find out who earns a seat this episode. 2018 SHOT Show LEADQUARTERS Interviews This round of interviews starts off with Chad Enos, of Kel-Tec, and Lefty talking with STL Joseph Garcia about Kel-Tec's new less lethal line of KSG shotguns, only available to the US C-SOG team. The Kinetic Energy Deployment System or KEDS, offers Law Enforcement and Special Operations Teams a quickly identifiable and readily deployable Less Lethal Shotgun. Listen in as STL Garcia explains... A Legend Retires: Max The "Legend" Riesenschnauzer With more than 10 years of service Maximus (Max), STL Garcia's number 1 Riesenschnauzer, retires. STL Garcia shares some heartfelt "best-of-time worst-of-times" stories about Max, how Max came to join the team and Max's after-service plans. If you don't shed a tear you're not human, grab your tissues and listen to a great farewell salute to Max! Check out Kilo1k9.com for more on Garcia's "Riesenators"! Santa Cruz Gun Locks David Tanos of Santa Cruz Gun Locks joins the conversation next. David tells us about his "sexy" rapid access weapon retention devices. This is the product to keep your guns secure and accessible wherever you need them - your truck, UTV, under your bed, in your closet. Easily assembled and installed their modular system is ready to configure how it bests serves you. Great for those that like to display their gun collections as well.

TLP 236 Michael Bane, Vanquest & MODWalls Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast Lead Heads! Our guests this week are Chris & Tim of Tactical Walls. We continue our 2018 SHOT Show interviews with Michael Bane and VANQUEST from the Kel-Tec "Leadquarters". This is a first. Tim & Chris, the owners of Tactical Walls, join Lefty together for the first time. Since the release of the MODWall mounting system last year at NRA they have been busy. But before we get into the latest and greatest with Tactical Walls The Gunny streaks in with the Talking Lead Jackwagon Train. The guys have a good time loading up the TLJWT this week. More from the Kel-Tec Leadquarters at the 2018 SHOT Show My next guest very well might be "The Most Interesting Man In The World". Michael Bane of Down Range TV joins Chad and Lefty for a great conversation about his illustrious TV, Podcasting, Writing & Hunting career and adventures. Michael talks about some interesting and innovative products he ran across during his visit to the 2018 SHOT Show. We talk about the gun culture in Hollywood and Michael also shares some of his personal Hollywood stories...one involving the Walking Dead! Next up we have Alex with VANQUEST tell us about some of their new offerings for 2018. The KATARA-16, the MARKHOR-45 and the IBEX-35 backpacks. The MARKHOR-45 (45 liters) is VANQUEST's largest and most advanced pack for hiking, camping, and hunting. Its double-sided beavertail panel & DAM (Durable Arms Management) system can be used for external gear carry. The main compartment of the MARKHOR-45 is lined with orange high-viz 210-D ripstop nylon for low-light environments and the ergonomically molded PC (polycarbonate) frame with "virtual stays" curves and flexes with your body makes this the perfect Lead Head backpack. We wrap up this episode with Tim and Chris hitting us with some new Talking Lead Facts To Fight The Myths. Don't forget to use your discount code LEADHEAD when shopping at www.tacticalwalls.com.

TLP 235 LaRue Carbon, Ryker USA, Huntress Divine & The Kraken Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast! This week we talk...a lot! Guests this week include Chad Enos of Kel-Tec, Chuck LaRue of LaRue Carbon, Josh & Ron of Ryker USA, Jim & Annaliese Erwin Professional Hunters. Make sure you listen to the entire show because we announce a couple of lucky Lead Heads that will get some cool swag! With all the unease from the recent school massacre in Parkland Florida we had to break the Talking Lead code of not talking politics. Lefty invites Chad Enos and Chuck LaRue to join in and discuss the chaos that has ripped through our country about firearms and our Constitutional, and specifically our Second Amendment, Rights. ... but not before The Gunny ushers in the Talking Lead Jackwagon Train. This episode the TLJW Train gets loaded up with Baseball players, Wal-Mart, Kroger and Big Ole Dick's! LaRue Carbon Chuck LaRue has developed a new super lightweight and durable carry case using carbon fiber. Called the CarbonBox it is absolutely the lightest, strongest and most stylish case on the market. After years of studying the market, it was easy to see the selection of cases are all too similar. Why not have a case that is as original as the owner and their tools? LaRue Carbon's CarbonBox gives you the security, the strength and just as important the style to transport your equipment. Ryker USA Ron & Josh drop by the Kel-Tec Leadquarters during the 2018 SHOT Show to tell us about their innovative product. The Ryker FIST Grip™ is the first in a new class of side mounted, forward grips. It is biomechanically optimized that has been proven on the battlefield and on the range. By offsetting the operator's support hand, Ryker FIST Grip enables the shooter to engage targets faster and move naturally. The Ryker FIST Grip is engineered and developed with the input and support of Special Operations Professionals, Special Operations Physicians, Law Enforcement Professionals, and Professional Competitive Shooters. The Kraken and the Huntress Divine Jim & Annaliese Erwin join Chad and Lefty at the Kel-Tec Leadquarters during the 2018 SHOT Show to talk about some amazing hunts. You can catch Jim & Annaliese on the Prime Evolution on the Sportsman Channel. When Jim is on you know we had a good time and cut up a lot. We also learn that Jim is offering firearms training courses now. Learn from the best, visit Jim & Annaliese at www.krakenultimus.com

TLP 234 New Scopes, New Ammo, New Gun Imports Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast Lead Heads! This episode is full of awesome new guns, new glass, and new (and affordable) ammo you can expect to hit the market this year, 2018. Starting off the show Lefty has one of his favorite regular guests on to talk about a mega lineup of new guns coming this year. President of Eagle Imports, Mike Sodini, joins us. Eagle brings the US firearms from around the world, brands like, Bersa, Grand Power, Metro Arms Company (MAC), LLAMA, Comanche, American Classic and more. One you really don't want to miss is The Stribog, a new carbine pistol from Grand Power. Featuring a dual mass slide, that significantly reduces recoil and improves overall control of the firearm. As always when Mike and Lefty get to talking, anything goes! They manage to work Steven Seagal into one of their discussions. Pure energy! 2018 SHOT Show from the Kel-Tec "Leadquarters" Moving on with Talking Lead's coverage of the 2018 SHOT Show from the Official "Leadquarters" at the Kel-Tec booth, Lefty and Chad welcomes Brady of RITON Optics and Jeremy of Freedom Munitions. Brady tells the guys all about RITON's new MOD 7 1-8x28 rifle scope that will have first focal plane (FFP) and two different reticles available. The tactical reticle and big game hunting reticle designed in conjunction with hunting legend Craig Boddington. Brady gives us a quick lesson on FFP vs SFP before he has to jet and also drops a big discount for you Lead Heads, use code LEADHEAD at www.ritonusa.com and get 25% off your order. Freedom Munitions is bring the market new ammo at amazing prices. Jeremy tells us about some of the new Big Grains, Hush, Boar Buster and Pro Match lines. A new ballistic hollow point, a new 50 round count box of self defense ammo for the same price as most 20 count boxes, a new 199grn plated 30cal ( a subsonic 300 blackout round), and the SPECIAL EDITION HUSH STI 2011 9MM PISTOL are all coming from FM. The Inevitable Rabbit Hole & New Guy Questions The conversation strays off topic, as usual, and the guys start going down the Las Vegas restaurant rabbit hole with Jeremy as he tells us about his Las Vegas Chinatown experience. Since this was Jeremy's first time on the show...NEW GUY questions! Always a funny Talking Lead segment.

TLP 233 Industry Icon George Kellgren & No Sweat Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast! This episode our guests include the guys behind No Sweat the innovative hat, visor & helmet liner and long time firearms industry innovator, designer & Icon George Kellgren of Kel-Tec Weapons. Joining Lefty to start the show is Mike Sodini president of Eagle Imports and he brings along a new business partner, Jon Marshalla, to talk about their new product and company called NO SWEAT. But before we find out about No Sweat, the Gunny roles in with the Talking Lead Jackwagon Train. The Talking Lead Jackwagon Train This weeks Talking Lead Jackwagons include MORE nonsensical anti-gun laws being proposed in Washington State, A clueless firearms sponsored (not anymore) Gun Bunny (Rochelle Hathaway) and College Football's anti-gun Southeastern Conference. Stop The Sweat! Jon tells about why and how No Sweat came to be. People wearing hats, helmets and hard hats sweat. No Sweat came up with a simple solution for controlling this sweat and the negative side effects it has like burning your eyes, moisture causing masks/shields to fog up, sweat stains ruining your favorite hat and even helmet acne, the patented, the disposable Performance Liner! NoSweat's patented technology wicks away sweat by pulling it into the product, keeping the user sweat free with a clean dry surface. 2018 SHOT Show From The Kel-Tec "Leadquarters" Our second guest this week is one of Lefty's all time favorite interviews. He had the unique privilege to interview one of the most innovative minds in the firearms Industry, Mr. George Kellgren of Kel Tec Weapons. Mr. Kellgren talks about his early days with Swedish gun manufactures Husqvarna and Interdynamic AB. He talks details about his design of one of the most used firearms in pop culture history, the Intratec TEC-9, and much more! Lefty could not resist hitting George with the Talking Lead "New Guy" questions. The gang has a great time in this interview with George.

TLP 232 Triggersafe, Body Armor & Jurassic AK47s Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast episode TLP 232 Triggersafe, Body Armor & Jurassic AK47s. Continuing our coverage of the 2018 SHOT Show from the Official Leadquarters, Kel-Tec Weapons. The Ranger Supply Room guys, Dennis & Dustin, join Lefty to kick off this episode. RSR talks about their new battle bag designed specifically around the Kel-Tec Sub 2k which has a slot for body armor. Ranger Bags were designed and developed by Army Rangers to make America safe again. Each bags is equipped with their patented 2 Second Release System. Also coming soon from RSR, the Clutch Bag for women! Frank Stewart with Premier Body Armor and Joe Meaux with Aklys Defense sit down at the Leadquarters to talk bulletproof vests and AK-47s. Premier is known to make the lightest and thinnest Level 3 hard plates (5mm at 6.9 pounds) on the market, defeating rounds that travel up to 3100 fps. Premier's Level III-A executive vest is light, comfortable and conforms to the body defeating threats up to .44 mag at 1430 fps. The AKSV aka the Velociraptor! The newest offering from Joe Meaux and the Aklys Defense crew. An integrally suppressed AK47 that utilities as much of the gas before it makes the bang while maintaining a velocity window in excess of 2100 fps to keep the 7.62 x 39 round's reliability. The recoil on the AKSV is merely a light impulse due to the gas regulation and braking effect of the suppressor. Just when you thought you didn't need a holster for your AR-15, enter TRIGGERSAFE. Vincent and Jim introduce a sleek, tough, minimal but effective cover for your AR-15 trigger. TRIGGERSAFE not only adds another level of safety but it also adds a level of protection to your trigger. Competition shooters spend hundred of dollars on precision triggers, modifications and tuning. Why not protect that investment?! Coming soon covers for shotguns, hunting rifles and more. RITON USA the OFFICIAL OPTICS of TALKING LEAD! GET A 20% DISCOUNT BY USING CODE: "LEADHEAD" WWW.RITONUSA.COM

TLP 231 Ejection Seats, Flame Throwers & Tactical SH*T! Thanks for 5 years of the best Lead-Head-Talk and excitement anywhere around! 2018 is Talking Lead's 5th year anniversary and we are keeping the 2A information, fun & shenanigans coming like never before. This episode kicks off our coverage of the 2018 SHOT Show. Kel-Tec was the Official Leadquarters this year and they did not disappoint! Chad Enos joined Lefty as special guest host and together they are bringing you, the Lead Head Brigade, hours of exciting, informative & exclusive interviews from this years 40th Anniversary SHOT Show. The ION Productions Team & Tactical Rx First up, our guests are The Ion Productions Team to tell us about the world's first commercially available handheld flamethrower, the XM42-M! Founded in 2004 IPT is a small company in metro Phoenix, Arizona that focuses on bringing exciting and unique products to the world. Chris Beyers talks about this innovative company and the impact the XM42 has had on the pop-culture scene. You may have seen Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson using it in Jumanji Also joining us this round is Bret Hunter with Tactical Rx. Chad's world is drastically improved as Brett introduces him to prescription shooting glasses. Lucky Shot USA Our second interview is one of my favorites this year. I love innovation and I love history, Lucky Shot USA brings both of these criteria to the table, pun intended. Lynn & Brook tell us about Lucky Shot's unique concept in drinkware, glassware and leisure accessories. Doug Ingalls, the owner, collects military antiques and is inspired by Trench Art from the WWI, WWII, Korean & Vietnam Wars to recreate these historical items from real repurposed war artifacts. Their bomb tables are a must for every man-cave! Also check out their Stuck In Glass website for other genre themed glassware and items! Lefty has a few ideas of his own. Tactical Sh*t & the American Hunting Challenge Our third interview this episode gets ramped up a few hundred notches when good friend and fellow Lead Head Nick Atkinson rolls in with, none other than, the creator of Tactial SH*T himself TJ Kirgin. TJ tells us about how he came up with the name Tactical SH*T for his company, of course there was a beer or three involved. He shares the ironic but hilarious story behind the TS logo, made with liberal tears. TJ announces a new internet based 2A friendly "YouTube-like" network called TacticalShit.TV coming soon! Join Tj and some other #badasseryness type dudes on an upcoming aerial hog hunt in texas click here to find out how! Speaking of hunting and new shows, Nick makes the huge announcement for our upcoming hunting competition series, American Hunting Challenge! Kalani Laker, Nick Atkinson and yours truly, Lefty, will be kicking off this 3-hunt-6-episode series later this year. In a nutshell, two professional hunters (Kalani & Nick) will each be paired with an amateur outdoorspreson. The two teams will compete against one another for points during special hunts. The winning amateur gets to take the losing professional's gear...all of it!