Ruger Drops Iconic Firearms; Give The Bend Good Guy A Medal; Mental Health And Concealed Carry

In This Hour:-- In a surprise move, Smith & Wesson announced it has purchased the storied gun maker Savage Arms.  Smith's CEO, Mark Smith, explains the thinking behind this move and what it means to both companies.--  After a man with a carry permit shot and killed the murderer in a school shooting, there has been a rush of people seeking concealed carry permits in Bend, Oregon.--  With Ruger dropping its revolvers, will any company pick up the slack and enter the wheelgun market?Gun Talk 10.25.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Shooting drills at home and the range.  John Hearne, noted firearms instructor, shares his thoughts.--  Can you shoot too fast? Are you shooting faster than you think?--  Most people want to spend money on new gear rather than on improving their shooting skills.Gun Talk 10.25.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Secrets of gun cleaning.   Paul Reggio of Barrel Buddy has tips.--  Reviews on shooting schools in Louisiana and Ohio.--  Is it possible that the purchase of Savage by Smith & Wesson will bring back the classic Model 99 rifle?Gun Talk 10.25.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- How do you choose the right carry gun for you?--  Utah teachers can carry guns in schools without permission.--  Several states now have official state guns.Gun Talk 10.25.26 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

Todd Bonura pulled a gator line for the first time and got a wide-open nine-foot mouth launched straight at his face. KJ was in a Canadian bear stand watching a big black bear act nervous — until a nine-foot grizzly walked out of the tree line at dusk. Tom Stevenson got knocked down by a sow hog at six years old and still can’t explain how the black bear knew that grizzly was coming before he ever saw it. This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Vortex Optics, Savage Arms, Range Ready Studios, Smith & Wesson, Dead Air Silencers, Shooting Sports Life, and ZEISS.About Gun Talk HuntGun Talk Media's Gun Talk Hunt, with Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin, pairs decades of experience with today’s latest tools and technology to help you succeed in the field. Whether it runs or flies - no matter what game you pursue - Gun Talk Hunt is a multi-platform podcast that gives today’s hunters a voice in the digital world.For more content from Gun Talk Media, visit guntalk.com or subscribe on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, and X. Catch First Person Defender on the new Official FPD YouTube channel. Watch Gun Talk Nation on its new YouTube channel. Catch Gun Talk Hunt on the new dedicated YouTube Channel. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you find podcasts.Copyright ©2026 Freefire Media, LLCGun Talk Hunt 10.24.26Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

You saw the headline. Now hear what actually happened. Richard O'Lenick of Gun For Hire in New Jersey was on a flight when a passenger started choking the guy next to him — and Rich and his store manager Juan, a retired cop, didn’t hesitate. What followed was 20-plus minutes of biting, fighting, zip ties, and an entire roll of duct tape. Ryan Gresham and Rich break down the full story, the mindset that got them moving, what you can legally carry on a plane, and why situational awareness at 35,000 feet is completely different from anywhere else.This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Leupold, Ruger, Remington Ammunition, Shooting Sports Life, Savage Arms, 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 Talk Nation is available as an audio podcast or in video format.For more content from Gun Talk Media, visit guntalk.com or subscribe on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, and X. Catch First Person Defender on the new Official FPD YouTube channel. Watch Gun Talk Nation on its new YouTube channel. Catch Gun Talk Hunt on the new dedicated YouTube Channel. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you find podcasts.Copyright ©2026 Freefire Media, LLCGun Talk Nation 10.21.26Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- A school shooting in Oregon is stopped when a father who was driving by broke the law, went on school grounds with his gun, followed and killed the murderer.-- What does it take to become effective at armed defense? Noted trainer Gabe Suarez describes the process and the mental adjustments required to become a protector.--  Many people travel to California, and now you can get a nonresident carry permit.Gun Talk 10.18.26 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:--  Ruger shocked the firearms world when it announced it was ceasing production of many iconic firearms.  President and CEO Todd Seyfert explains what's behind this move.--  Should President Trump give the Bend, Oregon, good guy with a gun the Presidential Medal of Freedom?--  Following a family or personal crisis, it's worthwhile to review your mental state before carrying a gun.  It might be a good idea to put that on pause until things are better.Gun Talk 10.18.26 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- To be effective at defending yourself and others you must learn to be dangerous.  Paul Markel talks about the mindset needed.--   Dee Dee hated guns until she was forced to use one to save herself.--  Once again the legacy media ignores the fact that a mass shooting was stopped by a citizen with a gun.Gun Talk 10.18.26 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Making the commitment to carry a gun every day.--  Even a deer hunt without success is a chance to go for a walk with your rifle.--  Flipping on the "Mean Gene" means responding to violence.Gun Talk 10.18.26 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.