11 episodes
With Deadly Force Podcast International Tactical Training Seminars, Inc.
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Scott Reitz, former member of LAPD SWAT, co-founder and lead firearms instructor for ITTS, Inc., and both a state and federal court qualified "use of force" expert, conducts interviews with firearms industry leaders to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of when you can and can not use a firearm in defense of your life and the lives of your loved ones. Scott has been involved in five officer involved shootings that were ruled justifiable with not a single resultant lawsuit. He has taught hundreds of officers that have subsequently been involved in gunfights and to his knowledge, not a single one has resulted in an out of policy shooting. On an average year, Scott conducted the accelerated and advanced firearms and tactics training for over 7,000 officers a year and he did this for fifteen years with a perfect safety record. He has established training programs for numerous entities which have proven to be imminently successful.
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Episode 11: Guns in Movies | Rust Shooting | Interview with Hollywood Prop Masters
Episode 11 covers a timely subject matter following the tragic shooting that occurred recently during the filming of Alec Baldwin's movie 'Rust'. We have an in-depth conversation with two highly experienced Hollywood Prop Masters and Armorers about how guns are used in movies and TV shows. Karl Weschta, VP of Independent Studio Services (ISS prop house) and Donnie Bruno, a highly experienced armorer who has worked on countless films including John Wick and Transformers, offer their industry knowledge about the vast, complex and challenging world of using guns in movies as well as their open and honest views about safety on Hollywood sets.
Among the many topics discussed are industry firearms safety protocols in prop houses and on production sets, how prop guns, blanks and dummy rounds are designed, function and used in films, whats the difference between a prop master and armorer, what training/level of experience is required to become a prop master and armorer, what is currently known about the 'Rust" shooting, details about the 1993 Brandon Lee (Bruce Lee's Son) shooting that resulted in his death, as well as many more firearms-specific film industry insights. This episode is an absolute must listen for anyone who wants to better understand how firearms are used in Hollywood.
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Episode 10: Interview with Neuroscientist, Philosopher and NY Times Best Selling Author Sam Harris
Sam Harris has a fascinating background, hosts the acclaimed "Making Sense" podcast and has authored five New York Times best selling books. Sam is a long time student of Scott Reitz, and has much to say about the value of gaining the ability to defend oneself. We will also thoroughly inspect all sides of the "gun debate" amongst many other related topics.
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WDF Podcast inquiries: podcast@withdeadlyforce.com
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Episode 9: Part 2 with LAPD SIS Detective III John Helms (Ret.)
This episode concludes our conversation with LAPD Detective John Helms. Helms shares details about the famous Bomar hostage rescue incident as well as a thorough explanation of the unique, challenging and critical function of the highly regarded SIS unit (Special Investigation Section). In total, Helms spent 36 years policing the streets of Los Angeles and has numerous valuable anecdotes as only he can tell tell them.
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WDF Podcast inquiries: podcast@withdeadlyforce.com
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ITTS Firearms training inquiries: info@internationaltactical.com
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Episode 8: Interview with LAPD SIS Detective III John Helms (Ret.)
This is a unique opportunity to learn from a legendary member of LAPD. Detective John Helms is widely considered amongst his peers to have been among those responsible for bringing modern firearms techniques and tactics to the LAPD at a critical time for the department. Helms spent 36 years policing the streets of Los Angeles, rising in ranks from a patrol officer to the SWAT team and then finishing his career with the heralded SIS unit (Special Investigation Section). Helms and Scott Reitz worked SWAT together and in this episode they share many unique insights into how firearms and techniques have developed over the years, in addition to a discussion on the importance of mindset.
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WDF Podcast inquiries: podcast@withdeadlyforce.com
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ITTS Firearms training inquiries: info@internationaltactical.com
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Episode 7: Interview with a Member of the First LAPD SWAT Team c.1967, Sgt. Ron McCarthy (Ret.)
In Episode 7 we have the unique honor of interviewing LAPD SWAT Sgt. Ron McCarthy, who was one of LAPD SWAT's original members when it first formed in the 1960s, and was involved in the famous SLA shootout, amongst many other notable SWAT incidents. He is widely regarded as being instrumental in shaping LAPD SWAT's success, which has influenced all future generations of Law Enforcement. WDF Podcast host, Scott Reitz, was a member of LAPD SWAT under Sgt. McCarthy's leadership and has always deeply revered him. This is a special episode as we cover numerous topics including LAPD SWAT history, what makes a successful LAPD SWAT officer and what makes a successful leader. Sgt. McCarthy is truly a living legend and we are very fortunate to be able to learn from him.
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Episode 6: LAFD, Public Safety and Bringing Military Experience to Local Units with Dave Danielson
In Episode 6 we interview LAFD firefighter Dave Danielson who has used his 25+ years of experience in the United States NAVY (2 tours in Iraq) as a hospital corpsman, helicopter crew chief and gunner, to help support his current position within the LAFD and to serve his community.
Dave shares details about LAFD and how they've grown over the years from primarily a firefighting outfit to being a complex and highly capable "All emergency department" with an abundance of modern resources. Dave also discusses the the development of the TEMS team (Tactical Emergency Medical Services) and how they have helped support LAPD SWAT as well as other local Police Departments in providing rapid medical support during critical incidents such as active shooter events. And finally, Dave touches on the LAFD drone program that he has helped develop and how this innovative approach not only helps with firefighting, but that drone technology is becoming much farther reaching in broader public safety efforts.
Here's a link to LAFD's website for more information on educational and other resources to help keep you and your family safe: www.lafd.org
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WDF Podcast inquiries: podcast@withdeadlyforce.com
WDF Podcast website: www.withdeadlyforce.com
ITTS Firearms training inquiries: info@internationaltactical.com
ITTS Firearms training website: www.internationaltactical.com
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