Gun Talk

Can virtual reality actually make you a better hunter? This episode of Gun Talk Hunt explores how cutting-edge tech like GAIM VR is being used in hunter education, why habitat management is key to upland bird success, and how competitive shooting translates to field performance. From 15-acre whitetail strategies to run-and-gun matches, this is a wide-ranging look at the evolving world of hunting and training.This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Savage Arms and Range Ready Studios.About Gun Talk HuntGun Talk Media's Gun Talk Hunt, with Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin, pairs decad...

In This Hour:SHOT Show 2026 From The Banish Suppressors Booth-- Immediately after the $200 tax on silencers went away tens of thousands of buyers jumped in the market.  Brandon Maddox explains how Silencer Central keeps up and how the line of Banish suppressors now are available everywhere.--  The Shoot Like A Girl organization keeps growing and continues to introduce women and girls to shooting.--  Ruger keeps expanding, now adding RXM threaded barrels, RXD suppressors, and a vital update to the classic 10/22 rifle.  Gun Talk 02.01.26 Hour 1Become a su...

In This Hour: SHOT Show 2026 From The Banish Suppressors Booth-- Formerly available only through Silencer Central, the entire line of advanced Banish suppressors now can be purchased at gun stores.  Joe Kurtenbach breaks that welcome news.--  Austin Knudson, the attorney general of Montana, not only fights for gun rights, but he loves to shoot and hunt.--  Timney Trigger's squirrel hunting champion Chris Ellis introduces the company's new CEO, John Trull.Gun Talk 02.01.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/supp

In This Hour:SHOT Show 2026 From The Banish Suppressors Booth--  Young Camdyn Powers wins a world championship with her .22 rimfire rifle.--  The reformers are in at the NRA, and Executive Vice President Doug Hamlin encourages those who dropped out to come back.-- Springfield Armory and Smith & Wesson announce new guns in collaboration with Lipseys. Jason Cloussner explains the new...and the old.Gun Talk 02.01.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

The Gun Talk Media crew returns triumphantly from SHOT Show 2026, and Ryan Gresham, Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin, and Chris Cerino sit down to share stories, discuss what’s new, what content is coming up, behind-the-scenes “inside baseball,” and much more.This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Taurus USA, Silent Steel USA, CZ Firearms, Remington Ammo, and Range Ready Studios.About Gun Talk NationGun Talk Media's Gun Talk Nation with Ryan Gresham is a weekly multi-platform podcast that offers a fresh look at all things firearms-related. Featuring notable guests and a lot of laughs. Gun...

In This Hour:SHOT SHOW 2026 From the Caldwell Booth-- Gun Talk regular Jarrod "Box" Grove announces new Clay Copter throwers for shotgunners, including a manual model and a multi-bird thrower.--  What's going on with reloading powders? Some of the hard-to-get types are coming back.  Plus, RCBS brings out a precision brass trimmer.  Aaron Oelger of Hodgdon runs down the new products.--  Check out Remington's new subsonic loads, plus new bullets and even old standards in factory ammunition.  Michael Holm sorts out the various options. Gun Talk 01.25.26  Hour 1<b...

In This Hour:SHOT SHOW 2026 From the Caldwell Booth-- New tripods, bipods and clamps from BOG. Zach Smith explains how they help shooters.--  Range USA has 50 shooting ranges across the country, and they plan even more.-- Tom Gresham runs down just a few of the new guns and accessories being shown at the 2026 SHOT Show in Las Vegas.Gun Talk 01.25.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:SHOT SHOW 2026 From the Caldwell Booth--  No Tax Stamps! Fast approvals. And 3D printing of silencers.  Dave Matheny of Silencer Shop reveals what's going on in the world of suppressors.--  Sonoran Desert Instutute offers correspondence classes in gunsmithing.  --  The U.S. Supreme Court hears an important case about Hawaii banning concealed carry on private property unless the owner invites armed patrons.Gun Talk 01.25.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

What happens when the shooting range becomes as accessible as your local gym — and the suppressor industry leapfrogs a decade of innovation in just two years?In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham sits down with Mark Hanish — competitive shooter, industry veteran, and current suppressor expert at SIG Sauer — to explore the shifting landscape of firearms culture. From building the first high-end gun club experience in Scottsdale to leading suppressor development using 3D printing, Hanish shares insights that bridge decades of change in how we shoot, train, and compete.This Gun Talk Nation is brough...

In This Hour: REBROADCAST - of 11.23.25 -- How do you choose a bullet for your rifle?  Whether handloading or buying factory ammuntion, it's the bullet that counts.  Galen Geer of Ultimate Reloader walks us through the process. -- While everyone thinks about accuracy in loading rifle ammunition, reducing recoil might be an even bigger benefit. --  Have you ever had a Kydex holster break?  How do you deal with that? Gun Talk 01.18.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour: REBROADCAST - of 11.23.25 --  U.S. SOCOM awards a contract for a new rifle.  Mike Milhalski explains how a Texas gun company, Sons Of Liberty Gun Works, got this coveted contract and reveals whether those outside the military will be able to buy one. --  How to survive a road rage attack. --  Lightweight rifles are popular, but they require special techniques for full accuracy.  Gun Talk 01.18.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour: REBROADCAST - of 11.23.25 -- Why is U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi supporting the National Firearms Act, which regulates silencers and short barrel rifles? -- The Post Office pushes back on concealed carry.  John Petrolino has the secret memo sent to employees.    --  The U.S. Supreme Court is considering more Second Amendment cases when it has already accepted two this session.  What's going on here? Gun Talk 01.18.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

How much gear is too much when chasing whitetails? This episode of Gun Talk Hunt dives into the real-world investment hunters make in rifles, optics, muzzleloaders, thermal tech, and everything in between. Host KJ talks with Jeff Puckett and Todd Bonura about the evolution of hunting setups, what gear trends are rising in 2026, and why some tools are changing the way we approach the woods—from reloading to high-tech tracking.This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Remington Ammo, CZ Firearms, Range Ready Studios, and Ruger.About Gun Talk HuntGun Talk Media's Gun...

You think you know gun stuff...until you talk with Ashley Hlebinsky, historian and firearms expert. She joins Gun Talk Nation to explore the evolving role of history in U.S. gun law, museum policy, and public education. From curating major firearms collections to testifying in landmark Second Amendment cases, Hlebinsky shares insights on how historical context influences today’s legal and cultural debates about guns.This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Remington Ammunition, CZ Firearms, Silent Steel USA, and Taurus USA.About Gun Talk NationGun Talk Media's Gun Talk Nation wit...

How much accuracy should we expect from our firearms? Gun Talk Nation welcomes Paul Markle of Student of the Gun to explore the myths around firearm accuracy, overlooked Cold War firearms, and the mindset needed for concealed carry. From humorous real-world examples (like a police captain blaming Glock sights) to serious talk on preparedness and the importance of consistent training, this episode balances history, self-defense philosophy, and sharp commentary.This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Taurus USA, Remington Ammo, NRA-ARC, CZ Firearms, Silent Steel USA, and Range Ready Studios.About Gun T...

In This Hour:-- New Guns For 2026.  Ryan Gresham reveals some of the new gun announcements coming in before the SHOT Show.-- How To Choose A Gun Class.  Different classes for different shooters and varied needs.  -- Fighting About Ammo.  If you want to start a social media brawl, just post that any cartridge is the best.Gun Talk 01.11.26 Hour 1.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Mike Barham, of Galco Gunleather, explains why some shooters still prefer leather holsters.--  Firearms often carry stories passed down through families.--  What guns work best for older shooters?Gun Talk 01.11.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Why do experienced shooters often like leather holsters? Mike Barham, of Galco Gunleather, explains what goes into a quality holster.--  Steve Tarani's new book, "The Sword And The Quill," covers how to protect yourself from a physical attack as well as from the legal assault following a self defense shooting.--  Yes, you can "shoot out" a rifle barrel, but you have to shoot it a lot.Gun Talk 01.11.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- After 26 years the lawsuit against gun companies filed by the city of Gary, Indiana, has ended.  Larry Keane, of the National Shooting Sports Foundation, explains the history of a coordinated effort to destroy America's gun industry not only failed, but brought together the gun rights movement.--  Wilson Combat makes great pistols and much more.  Sabastian Mann runs down some of the "one of these days" objects of gun owner lust.--  If you want a more expensive gun, one option is to sell several guns you aren't shooting.<br...

In This Hour:-- What new guns should you be getting in 2026?--  Tom just bought a rifle in .30-06, a 120-year old cartridge.  Is that cartridge obsolete?--  A police officer reports many bad guys are wearing bulletproof vests.  He's carrying a 10mm pistol as a result.Gun Talk 01.04.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.