Assorted Calibers Podcast (general)

In This Episode:

  • Erin and Weer’d discuss the controversy of Chris Cheng's appearance on the cover of Recoil Magazine, and Recoil's amazing response to complaints;
  • Xander brings us his independent Thoughts on Mark Serbu's breakdown of Kentucky Ballistics' blown-up RN-50 rifle;
  • David gives his thoughts on the ammo shortage and some of the potential causes for it;
  • and Weer'd sits down again with Tom Kubiniec of SecureIt Tactical, who shares some of his thoughts on college.

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Show Notes

Main Topic:

Independent Thoughts with Xander Opal:

Gun Lovers and Other Strangers:

Interview Tom Kubiniec:

 

Direct download: Assorted_Calibers_Podcast_Ep_158.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:00am EDT

In This Episode:

  • Erin and Weer’d discuss the recent Federal Court ruling on California's Assault Weapon Ban by judge Roger Benitez, as well as the ATF's proposed reclassification of pistols with stabilizing braces;
  • Xander brings us his Independent Thoughts on Gun Geekery and how it's perceived by less experienced people;
  • David gives us a deep dive on the history of the striker-fired pistol;
  • and Weer'd sits down with Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons again, this time to talk about the origins of his company Headstamp Publishing.

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Show Notes

Main Topic:

Gun Lovers and Other Strangers:

Ian McCollum interview:

 

Direct download: Assorted_Calibers_Podcast_Ep_157.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:00am EDT

In This Episode:

Erin and Weer’d are Joined by Oddball, David, Xander, and Adrian for a Round Table episode where we discuss:

  • Being a good ambassador for the Second Amendment;
  • David Chipman's Senate hearing for ATF Director;
  • Several recent shootings;
  • A story where an armed teacher saved the day
  • And Ian McCollum's wildly successful Kickstarter Campaign for his book Pistols of the Warlords;
  • Plus the usual unscripted shenanigans!

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Show Notes

 

Direct download: Assorted_Calibers_Podcast_Ep_156.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:00am EDT

In This Episode:

  • Erin and Weer’d discuss a bunch of news stories:
    • Leo Prinsloo, the driver of South African dashcam fame, gives his account of the harrowing attack on his transport vehicle;
    • Texas gets Constitutional Carry;
    • March For Our Lives activists cry some more as the media has topped giving them attention;
    • the Congressional hearing for anti-gun lobbyist David Chipman as ATF Director has been scheduled;
    • and we review an attempted spree killing that was stopped by a good man with a gun.
  • Next, Xander brings us his Independent thoughts on the Mark McCloskey campaign video;
  • and finally, Weer'd interviews Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons and Headstamp Publishing about his latest book, Pistols of the Warlords.

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Show Notes

Main Topic:

Independent Thoughts with Xander Opal:

Ian McCollum interview:

 

Direct download: Assorted_Calibers_Podcast_Ep_155.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:00am EDT

In This Episode:

  • Erin and Weer’d discuss the latest Supreme Court case involving gun rights, and yes it went 9-0 in our favor!
  • Both the ATF ruling on receiver definition and David Chipman's confirmation hearing as ATF director has yet to materialize.  Is the Biden Administration even prioritizing gun control?
  • A question was asked: How could Bill Maher could be fully vaccinated, yet test positive for COVID-19? Weer'd talks about what PCR is and how this might be possible.
  • Xander gives us his Independent Thoughts on food prep and impulse buying.
  • David talks about Pistol Caliber Carbines.
  • Finally, Matt from Geeks, Gadgets and Guns gives us some survival tips for the open road.

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Show Notes

Main Topic:

Gun Lovers and Other Strangers:

 

Direct download: Assorted_Calibers_Podcast_Ep_154.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:00am EDT

In This Episode:

  • Erin and Weer'd discuss both an amazingly tone-deaf statement by a politician before exploring the new ATF Memo about re-defining what constitutes a legal firearm;
  • Xander lists his Independent Thoughts on the importance of friendship when it comes to prepping;
  • David talks about some misconceptions common to new or uninitiated shooters pertaining to firearms;
  • finally, Weer'd interviews Tom Kubiniec of SecureIt Tactical about how he came to be the CEO of a gun safe company when he started as a professional guitar player.

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Show Notes

Main Topic:

Tom Kubiniec Interview:

 

Direct download: Assorted_Calibers_Podcast_Ep_153.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:00am EDT

In This Episode:

  • Erin talks about Operation Blazing Sword - Pink Pistols joining the Second Amendment Foundation in an Amicus Brief for New York State Rifle & Pistol Association Inc. v. Corlett;
  • Weer'd explores a Newsweek article lamenting that Gun Control has lost the support or 18-30 year olds;
  • Then Erin & Weer'd discuss a few videos where would-be thieves make poor choices in the victim selection process.
  • Next, Xander brings us his Independent thoughts on events where warnings of great tragedy weren't heeded;
  • and finally, Weer'd interviews Tom Kubiniec of Secure it Tactical on what makes a good gun safe.

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Show Notes

Main Topic:

Xander’s Independent Thoughts:

Tom Kubiniec Interview:

 

Direct download: Assorted_Calibers_Podcast_Ep_152.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:00am EDT

In This Episode:

  • Erin and Weer’d talk about an editorial written by yet another gun prohibitionist in deep despair, and then discuss the leaked ATF Document which shows just how ridiculous the current administration's attack on 80% kits is becoming.
  • Also, the US Supreme Court will again hear a Second Amendment case!
  • Weer'd Brings us a fisk whereine Brady Campaign encourages a minor to commit multiple felonies;
  • Xander celebrates his one-year anniversary on the show with some reflections on guns and the 2A Community;
  • and finally, David gives through instructions on how to inspect a used revolver for purchase.

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Show Notes

Main Topic:

Weer’d Audio Fisk:

Independent Thoughts with Xander:

Gun Lovers and Other Strangers:

 

Direct download: Assorted_Calibers_Podcast_Ep_151.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:00am EDT

In This Episode:

  • Erin and Weer’d discuss the hiring of Lee Williams by the  Second Amendment Foundation as an Investigative Reporter,  as well as the desperation that is popping up in recent anti-gun articles;
  • Xander brings us his Independent Thoughts on how the media coversa mass shootings;
  • David talks about the contents of his medical kit;
  • and listener & guest contributor Tiny gives us a segment on why he carries a trauma kit and why you should too!

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Show Notes

Show Notes:

Independent Thoughts With Xander:

Gun Lovers and Other Strangers:

 

Direct download: Assorted_Calibers_Podcast_Ep_150.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:00am EDT

In This Episode:

  • Erin and Weer’d discuss David Hogg "pillow fight" loss and Joe Biden's proposed Executive Actions on gun control;
  • Weer'd brings us a lengthy fisk of prospective ATF Director David Chipman;
  • and David gives us his reflections on Passover and what it means for gun owners.

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Show Notes

Show Notes:

Weer’d Audio Fisk:

Gun Lovers and Other Strangers:

 

Direct download: Assorted_Calibers_Podcast_Ep_149.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:00am EDT