Gun Talk

In This Hour: RE-BROADCAST -- Ryan Gresham, from Range Ready Studios and Gun Talk Media, steps in to co-host the show today. He's testing guns and has thoughts on where the firearms industry is going. -- Scopes and other optics just keep getting better, but what makes for a good optic? Trent Marsh from Riton Optics explains what they do to bring high-end glass to the market at reasonable prices. -- Training isn't the same as practice. Training can save your life. Gun Talk 01.19.25 Hour 1

In This Hour: RE-BROADCAST -- How do top gunsmiths make rifles more accurate? Todd Bonura, of Maniacal Arms, gives up some of his secrets. -- What makes Cerakote so good as a finish for gun? -- Reaching way out for long range shooting. Gun Talk 01.19.25 Hour 2

In This Hour: RE-BROADCAST - -- Hearing experts call for deregulation of suppressors. Matt Branch, an ENT doctor and surgeon, as well as a SWAT leader, explains the realities of gunfire and hearing loss. -- Why you absolutely must have a suppressor on an AR-15 you keep for home defense. -- A true tale of someone who left his essential gear in his truck and was stranded overnight in the mountains. Gun Talk 01.19.25 Hour 3

Looking to up your meat processing prowess? Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin is joined by Dustin Strickland of Strick’s Specialty Meats (Hattiesburg, MS). Learn more: https://www.stricksmeats.com/ This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Ruger, Range Ready Studios, and Silencer Central. For more content, subscribe to Gun Talk at guntalktv.com, on Gun Talk's Roku, Apple TV, iOS app, Android app, or find Gun Talk on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, X and guntalk.com. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you find podcasts. Copyright ©2025 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Hunt 01.18.25

Our good buddy and firearms industry veteran Nick Collier sits down with Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham to run through a list of guns, ammo, optics and gear that have launched prior to SHOT Show. Yep, it’s that time of year again folks! Nick and Ryan run through what’s hot, what’s not, and what’s pointless. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Smith & Wesson, Tipton, Range Ready Studios, Colt, and Silencer Central. For more content, subscribe to Gun Talk at guntalktv.com, on Gun Talk's Roku, Apple TV, iOS app, Android app, or find Gun Talk on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, X and guntalk.com. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you find podcasts. Copyright ©2025 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 01.16.25

What happens when KJ goes on the road with Ryan Gresham? A lot of gear discussion is ramping up on the road when headed to a cow elk hunt in New Mexico—KJ and Ryan detail what is needed to make this trip successful. This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Ruger, Range Ready Studios, and Silencer Central. For more content, subscribe to Gun Talk at guntalktv.com, on Gun Talk's Roku, Apple TV, iOS app, Android app, or find Gun Talk on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, X, and guntalk.com. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you find podcasts. Copyright ©2025 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Hunt 01.13.25

In This Hour: -- A new hunting rifle cartridge that features much higher internal pressures and higher velocity marks a turn for the ammunition industry. Mike Holmes, from Federal, runs down what this is and how it came about. -- The reformers have taken charge at the NRA. -- What's so special about the Winchester .270 cartridge after 100 years? Gun Talk 01.09.25 Hour 1

In This Hour: -- Ryan Gresham reports on his recent elk hunt with the new Federal 7mm Backcountry cartridge. -- While muzzle breaks reduce recoil, so do suppressors, with the added benefit of being quieter. -- The Ruger SFAR puts more power into the AR-15 size rifle. Gun Talk 01.09.25 Hour 2

In This Hour: -- Colorado is rushing to enact a law banning almost all semi-auto firearms, including rifles, pistols and many shotguns. NSSF's Larry Keane sounds the alarm. -- Range Ready Studios offers a special class featuring the Jacob Grey double stack 1911 pistol. -- Will your gun safe protect the contents in a massive fire like those in California? Gun Talk 01.09.25 Hour 3

In This Hour: -- The .270 Winchester rifle cartridge fills the sweet spot for most big game hunting in North America. -- Baby Boomers are aging out of shooting and selling their guns, which make for some great bargains. -- Tom and Jim get full auto BB guns, and the fun begins. Gun Talk : 01.09.25 After Show

What's the best gear to take on a road trip? Ryan Gresham is on the road with Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin, discussing the newest gear for 2025. In this episode, Ryan details the new Federal Premium 7mm Backcountry. Plus, find out why you shouldn't buy a Ford EV truck. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Caldwell, Colt, Range Ready Studios, Silencer Central, and Smith & Wesson. For more content, subscribe to Gun Talk at guntalktv.com, on Gun Talk's Roku, Apple TV, iOS app, Android app, or find Gun Talk on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, X, and guntalk.com. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you find podcasts. Copyright ©2025 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 01.10.25

What's it like to hunt along the Texas border? Josh Kinser of SecureIt comes clean about what happens along the southern border during hunting season. Plus, how do you lock up your valuables when you're away from camp? This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Ruger, Range Ready Studios, Savage Arms, and Silencer Central. For more content, subscribe to Gun Talk at guntalktv.com, on Gun Talk's Roku, Apple TV, iOS app, Android app, or find Gun Talk on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, X, and guntalk.com. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you find podcasts. Copyright ©2025 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Hunt 01.06.24

In This Hour: -- Lessons from the New Orleans Terror Attack. -- Should public shootings cause you to change your choice of carry gun? -- How to avoid innocent bystanders when defending yourself in public. Gun Talk 01.05.24 Hour 1

In This Hour: -- Jeff Hoffman, from Black Hills Ammunition, talks about special loads for defensive shooting. -- Why would you want to prepare for a 50-yard shot with your defensive handgun? -- How to prepare to hit the GO button for immediate action when attacked. Gun Talk 01.05.24 Hour 2

In This Hour: -- The first 1911 is a wonder when you discover that incredible trigger. -- Getting the correct vision correction for shooting. -- How good will Donald Trump be on gun rights? Gun Talk 01.05.24 Hour 3

In This Hour: -- Jim gets his full auto BB gun. -- It's important to try different loads and bullet weights in your carry gun. -- What happens when the lower courts ignore rulings from the Supreme Court? Gun Talk 01.05.24 After Show

Gun Talk Nation’s Ryan Gresham and trainer Chris Cerino of Range Ready Studios discuss the recent Bourbon Street, New Orleans event. How do we move forward, and what lessons do we take from this tragedy? This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Wheeler Tools, Smith & Wesson, Range Ready Studios, Colt, and Silencer Central. For more content, subscribe to Gun Talk at guntalktv.com, on Gun Talk's Roku, Apple TV, iOS app, Android app, or find Gun Talk on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, X, and guntalk.com. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you find podcasts. Copyright ©2025 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Nation 01.03.25

Want to trap more coyotes? Coyote Academy owner Colt Morris joins Gun Talk Hunt to chat with KJ about what it takes to harvest more than 100 coyotes in a year. Learn more: https://www.coyote-academy.com/ This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Ruger, Range Ready Studios, Silencer Central, Savage Arms, RCBS, and Hodgdon Powder. For more content, subscribe to Gun Talk at guntalktv.com, on Gun Talk's Roku, Apple TV, iOS app, Android app, or find Gun Talk on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, X, and guntalk.com. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you find podcasts. Copyright ©2024 Freefire Media, LLC Gun Talk Hunt 12.30.24

In This Hour: -- What are the 5 guns you want to have in 2025. Tom has his list, but others disagree. -- His handloads almost blew up his gun, and he thinks the published loads are wrong. Tom thinks the problem is on his loading bench. -- Is 2025 the year to go retro and get a revolver and lever-action rifle? Gun Talk 12.29.24 Hour 1

In This Hour: -- Lee Williams ... "The Gun Writer" ... on what we can win, and how we do that, in 2025. -- This year treat yourself to the "I've always wanted" item or experience. -- It's more than 110 years old, but Tom says everyone still should own a 1911 pistol. Gun Talk 12.29.24 Hour 2