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Being a Student of the Gun is not about being a novice or beginner. Student of the Gun represents a life’s journey of education, enlightenment and the enjoyment of firearms. Each week Student of the Gun will introduce our listeners to all manner of firearms related topics be they sport, recreation or personal defense.

Unlike the television format, through the magic of digital radio, we will have the opportunity to explore topics more deeply rather than just give them a quick glance. Discussions will address both that which is current news in the firearms world as well as traditions and foundational principles. Student of the Gun, a beginner once, a student for life.

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Being a Student of the Gun is not about being a novice or beginner. Student of the Gun represents a life’s journey of education, enlightenment and the enjoyment of firearms. Each week Student of the Gun will introduce our listeners to all manner of firearms related topics be they sport, recreation or personal defense.

Unlike the television format, through the magic of digital radio, we will have the opportunity to explore topics more deeply rather than just give them a quick glance. Discussions will address both that which is current news in the firearms world as well as traditions and foundational principles. Student of the Gun, a beginner once, a student for life.

    You are the Operating System & Brian w/ Tactical Response | SOTG 1208

    You are the Operating System & Brian w/ Tactical Response | SOTG 1208

    We continue our interview with the guys from Tactical Response. This week Brian gets his turn to answer some of Jarrad’s questions. 
    During our SOTG Homeroom from CrossBreed Holsters, we will consider the value of physical fitness and strength from the perspective of being a gun carrier. A firearm is just a tool, you are the operating system.
    Also, during our Brownells Bullet Points feature we will discuss their information and education tool; The Trigger Times. Before you decide to spend money, you might want to watch a few of their videos and get some answers to your questions.   
    Thanks for being a part of SOTG! We hope you find value in the message we share. If you’ve got any questions, here are some options to contact us:
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    You’re a Beginner Once, a Student For Life!
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    Martial Application of the Pistol 201 Class: Sign Up Today  www.ShopSOTG.com Huge thanks to our Partners:
    Brownells | Crossbreed Holsters | FrogLube | Hi-Point Firearms [0:07:53] Brownells Bullet Points - Brownells.com TOPIC: Are you taking advantage of The Trigger Times? Instrument of Liberty from Spike’s Tactical www.spikestactical.com [0:20:23] SOTG Homeroom - CrossbreedHolsters.com TOPIC: You are the Operating System What is the difference between two men with guns? www.shootingwire.com [0:42:58] Interview with Brian of Tactical Response This week on Student of the Gun University Podcast TOPIC: Why Do Some Instructors Hate Dry-Fire? Go to SOTGU.com for all links and to support the show FEATURING: The Shooting Wire, Spikes Tactical, Trigger Times, Madison Rising, Jarrad Markel, Paul Markel, SOTG University
    PARTNERS: Brownells Inc, Crossbreed Holsters, FrogLube, Hi-Point Firearms
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    • 1 hr 30 min
    More Bear Attacks & Tactical Response | SOTG 1207

    More Bear Attacks & Tactical Response | SOTG 1207

    We are pleased to have our friends from Tactical Response back on the show. Jarrad conducted an in depth interview with the boys while they were on the road conducting training.
    Our SOTG Homeroom from CrossBreed Holsters is all about being dangerous on demand. Despite what you have been told by the Bambi Police, more people used handguns to defend themselves against bear attacks during the previous ten years than during the previous 30.
    Are you ready to build your own black rifle? Brownells has their new BRN-15 upper receivers ready to ship. Listen louder to our Brownells Bullet Points segment.
    Thanks for being a part of SOTG! We hope you find value in the message we share. If you’ve got any questions, here are some options to contact us:
    Send an Email Send a Text Call Us Enjoy the show! And remember…
    You’re a Beginner Once, a Student For Life!
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    Huge thanks to our Partners:
    Brownells | Crossbreed Holsters | FrogLube | Hi-Point Firearms [0:07:41] Brownells Bullet Points - Brownells.com TOPIC: New BRN-15 uppers www.brownells.com/gun-parts [0:21:43] SOTG Homeroom - CrossbreedHolsters.com TOPIC: More Bear attacks not Fewer. So much for “It almost never happens” www.ammoland.com/2023 [0:34:31] Interview with Joey & Louis from Tactical Response FEATURING: AmmoLand, Madison Rising, Jarrad Markel, Paul Markel, SOTG University
    PARTNERS: Brownells Inc, Crossbreed Holsters, FrogLube, Hi-Point Firearms
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    SOURCES
    From www.ammoland.com:
    As the research into how effective pistols are when used as a defense against bears has progressed, a startling progression has been observed. The recorded use of pistols in defense against bears has grown by two orders of magnitude in recent decades.
    As pistols came into common use, they were almost certainly used in defense against animal attacks. Portable, reasonably reliable pistols, which could be used as a defensive weapon against an unexpected attack, were unavailable until about 1534 when wheellock pistols became available.  They were relatively expensive.
    Arms of the period were commonly privately owned. Some were likely used in defense against animals. Europe, at the time, had much wild land. Bears, except for those in captivity, had been eliminated from England. Wild bears still existed in the mainland of Europe. While the use of wheellock pistols against bears probably happened, this correspondent has not seen any records documenting it.
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    • 1 hr 42 min
    New Mexico Tyrant & Instrument of Liberty | SOTG 1206

    New Mexico Tyrant & Instrument of Liberty | SOTG 1206

    The Democrat Governor of New Mexico has decided that she has the authority to override both the Constitution of the State of New Mexico and the US Constitution. Will her orders stand? Who is standing up to this tyrant?
    SOTG and Spikes Tactical have partnered to create the Lexington & Concord rifle, an Instrument of Liberty. During our Brownells Bullet Point segment we will talk about the gun and potential optics for it. 
    Also, for our SOTG Homeroom from CrossBreed Holsters, we consider the out of control crime in Minneapolis. A member of the Minnesota communist party, the same party that wants to defund the police, was the victim of the crimewave she helped create.
    Thanks for being a part of SOTG! We hope you find value in the message we share. If you’ve got any questions, here are some options to contact us:
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    You’re a Beginner Once, a Student For Life!
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    Run AKM Shirts - ShopSOTG.com Have You Hugged Your AK Today? www.thetruthaboutguns.com Huge thanks to our Partners:
    Brownells | Crossbreed Holsters | FrogLube | Hi-Point Firearms [0:03:27] Brownells Bullet Points - Brownells.com TOPIC: EOTech 552 Optic & L&C Rifle www.brownells.com/optics Lexington & Concord; An Instrument of Liberty www.spikestactical.com [0:43:23] SOTG Homeroom - CrossbreedHolsters.com TOPIC: DFL Second Vice Chairwoman injured after alleged carjacking in Minneapolis kstp.com/kstp-news [1:02:35] The Tyrant of New Mexico N.M. tyrant-in-chief a canary in coal mine for anti-gun Democrats www.washingtontimes.com Deprivation of Right Under Color Law www.justice.gov Outrage intensifies over New Mexico governor’s temporary gun ban as sheriff vows not to enforce it apnews.com/article Albuquerque DEFUND the POLICE movement www.koat.com State lawmakers call for impeachment of New Mexico's governor over gun ban komonews.com Grisham admits criminals won’t listen twitter.com/bennyjohnson FEATURING: Madison Rising, Jarrad Markel, Paul Markel, SOTG University
    PARTNERS: Brownells Inc, Crossbreed Holsters, FrogLube, Hi-Point Firearms
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    • 1 hr 41 min
    Should NJ Have Insurance? w/ Rick Lindsey | SOTG 1205

    Should NJ Have Insurance? w/ Rick Lindsey | SOTG 1205

    Should NJ firearms retailers and wholesalers have insurance? Will they be able to afford it? We bring back our friend, Rick Lindsey from XInsurance to discuss the current situation in the People’s Republik of New Jersey.
    Who will protect your children while they are in school from evil monsters? During our SOTG Homeroom from CrossBreed Holsters, we consider who is best suited to be dangerous on demand.
    What is a “doober” and how should you secure one to your rifle? For our Brownells Bullet Points segment, we will consider the importance of properly securing add-ons and accessories to your guns.
    Thanks for being a part of SOTG! We hope you find value in the message we share. If you’ve got any questions, here are some options to contact us:
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    You’re a Beginner Once, a Student For Life!
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    Galco SLC Strap available on ShopSOTG.com Huge thanks to our Partners:
    Brownells | Crossbreed Holsters | FrogLube | Hi-Point Firearms [0:02:30] Brownells Bullet Points - Brownells.com TOPIC: Hardware Discussion: Loctite your Doobers or they will fall off at the worst possible time [0:24:45] SOTG Homeroom - CrossbreedHolsters.com TOPIC: Christian School Security: Volunteers or Hired-Guns?  Knights of St. Nicholas: https://amzn.to/3sI8Rxv [0:51:18] Should NJ gun companies have Insurance? Featuring Rick J. Lindsey New Jersey can sue gun companies under public nuisance law, federal appeals panel rules www.politico.com/news XINSURANCE Official Website - www.xinsurance.com FEATURING: Rick J. Lindsey, Xinsurance, Politico, Madison Rising, Jarrad Markel, Paul Markel, SOTG University
    PARTNERS: Brownells Inc, Crossbreed Holsters, FrogLube, Hi-Point Firearms
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    SOURCES
    From www.politico.com/news:
    New Jersey can sue the gun industry under a “public nuisance” law, a federal appeals court ruled Thursday, handing a major victory to the state after last year’s U.S. Supreme Court decision loosening public carrying restrictions.
    The Third Circuit Court of Appeals’ dismissal of a challenge brought by the National Shooting Sports Foundation last year comes as New Jersey and other states look for novel ways to balance public safety with gun rights under the high court’s June 2022 ruling in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association, Inc. v. Bruen.
    New Jersey’s public nuisance law, signed by Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy a month later, may offer a template to other states following Thursday’s ruling, which said the shooting foundation “jumped the gun” in its challenge and did not justify the court’s intervention. Other blue states, such as Delaware and California, have enacted similar measures designed to open the gun industry to legal action.
    (Click Here for Full Article)

    • 1 hr 33 min
    War w/ Russia: What Will It Cost? | SOTG 1204

    War w/ Russia: What Will It Cost? | SOTG 1204

    The criminal regime in DC is pushing the United States into a war with Russia. What will the cost be of such an action to the people of the USA? Can we even win a war against Russia? Before you answer, take a listen.
    What do you need to buy first for your AR build project? During our Brownells Bullet Points we will tell you how to save money and get the parts you need.
    Another bear attack? Say it isn’t so. During our SOTG Homeroom from CrossBreed Holsters, we have yet another bear attack to report on. This one happened in the People’s Republik of Massachusetts.
    Thanks for being a part of SOTG! We hope you find value in the message we share. If you’ve got any questions, here are some options to contact us:
    Send an Email Send a Text Call Us Enjoy the show! And remember…
    You’re a Beginner Once, a Student For Life!
    TOPICS COVERED THIS EPISODE
    ShopSOTG.com Labor Day Sale! All out great medical supplies Huge thanks to our Partners:
    Brownells | Crossbreed Holsters | FrogLube | Hi-Point Firearms [0:08:40] Brownells Bullet Points - Brownells.com TOPIC: Labor Day Sale, Save Money at https://bit.ly/3YWMf8d [0:30:00] SOTG Homeroom - CrossbreedHolsters.com TOPIC: Black Bear Attack Stopped with .38 Caliber Handgun www.ammoland.com/2023/ [0:45:18] Lies and More Lies World Leaders Get Covid Post-Getting Shot instagram.com/reel/CwOzQU3psjE/ We’re Not Safe Until Everyone instagram.com/reel/CwIZSXEpGhu/ Tucker Carlson interviews Col. Douglas MacGregor twitter.com/TuckerCarlson/ FEATURING: Ammoland, Tucker Carlson, Madison Rising, Jarrad Markel, Paul Markel, SOTG University
    PARTNERS: Brownells Inc, Crossbreed Holsters, FrogLube, Hi-Point Firearms
    FIND US ON: Juxxi, MeWe.com, Gettr, iTunes, Stitcher, AppleTV, Roku, Amazon, GooglePlay, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, tumblr
    SOURCES
    From www.ammoland.com/2023:
    On August 25, 2023, near Kingston, Massachusetts, a bear attack was stopped with a pistol.  The bear started by attacking a goat. Bear attacks against animals that depend on people for their protection are much more common than direct attacks against people. From Kingston Police on Facebook:
    Shortly before 3pm this afternoon KPD responded to Hawthorne Road for a report of a black bear attacking a resident’s livestock (goat). Initial investigation appears to reveal the following:
    Upon the bear attacking the resident’s goat, the resident attempted to scare the bear away, the bear postured up towards the resident and the resident reported he was in fear of being attacked. The resident then shot the bear with his lawfully owned firearm.
    At that time, the bear fled into the wood line. Upon police arriving, we were unable to locate the bear. KPD contacted the Massachusetts Environmental Police who are conducting an investigation and have been unable to locate the bear as of this time.
    (Click Here for Full Article)

    • 1 hr 24 min
    NJ Enacts Backdoor Gun Control & The .260 Remington | SOTG 1203

    NJ Enacts Backdoor Gun Control & The .260 Remington | SOTG 1203

    The People’s Republik of New Jersey has attacked lawful commerce again with a backdoor gun control scheme that allows them to sue gun companies when criminals use guns. Will the firearms industry fight this or just lie down and comply?
    During our Brownells Bullet Points, we will consider more hardware; rifles and optics. The Professor installed an MPO scope onto a .260 Remington chambered rifle.
    Also, for your SOTG Homeroom from CrossBreed Holsters, we will consider a new organization; The Rittenhouse Foundation. What is that all about?
    Thanks for being a part of SOTG! We hope you find value in the message we share. If you’ve got any questions, here are some options to contact us:
    Send an Email Send a Text Call Us Enjoy the show! And remember…
    You’re a Beginner Once, a Student For Life!
    TOPICS COVERED THIS EPISODE
    [0:03:00] YEET Cannon is Out of Stock! Huge thanks to our Partners:
    Brownells | Crossbreed Holsters | FrogLube | Hi-Point Firearms [0:09:46] Brownells Bullet Points - Brownells.com TOPIC: MPO on a Savage Model 11 .260 Remington - Geeking Out with Rifle Cartridges [0:30:46] Good Reading: AK47 Survival and Evolution of the World's Most Prolific Gun amzn.to/3sd0qK7 [0:56:33] SOTG Homeroom - CrossbreedHolsters.com TOPIC: Kyle Rittenhouse Starts Up a New Gun Rights Org Focused on Supporting Individuals Who Have Defended Themselves www.thetruthaboutguns.com [1:06:23] New Jersey can sue gun companies under public nuisance law, federal appeals panel rules www.politico.com/news/2023/ FEATURING: The Truth About Guns, Politico, Madison Rising, Jarrad Markel, Paul Markel, SOTG University
    PARTNERS: Brownells Inc, Crossbreed Holsters, FrogLube, Hi-Point Firearms
    FIND US ON: Juxxi, MeWe.com, Gettr, iTunes, Stitcher, AppleTV, Roku, Amazon, GooglePlay, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, tumblr
    SOURCES
    From www.politico.com/news/2023:
    New Jersey can sue the gun industry under a “public nuisance” law, a federal appeals court ruled Thursday, handing a major victory to the state after last year’s U.S. Supreme Court decision loosening public carrying restrictions.
    The Third Circuit Court of Appeals’ dismissal of a challenge brought by the National Shooting Sports Foundation last year comes as New Jersey and other states look for novel ways to balance public safety with gun rights under the high court’s June 2022 ruling in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association, Inc. v. Bruen.
    New Jersey’s public nuisance law, signed by Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy a month later, may offer a template to other states following Thursday’s ruling, which said the shooting foundation “jumped the gun” in its challenge and did not justify the court’s intervention. Other blue states, such as Delaware and California, have enacted similar measures designed to open the gun industry to legal action.
    (Click Here for Full Article)

    • 1 hr 24 min

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