How Gun Laws are Really Made | Gun Talk Nation

Think you understand self-defense laws? Think again. In this episode of Gun Talk Nation, Ryan Gresham sits down with Dan Zelenka, President of the Louisiana Shooting Association, to pull back the curtain on what really happens behind the scenes at state capitols, how gun bills live or die in committee, and what "castle doctrine" doesn't actually protect you from. This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Hodgdon Powder, Safariland, Kimber, EOTECH, NRA ARC, 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 ©2025 Freefire Media, LLCGun Talk Nation 11.04.25Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

What do you do when brutal weather threatens your hunt? Gun Talk Hunt host KJ is joined by Field & Stream’s Will Brantley and outdoorsman Tom Stephenson to discuss how experienced hunters adapt to hot temps, swirling wind, heavy vegetation, and unpredictable weather. Learn how wind direction, seasonal shifts, terrain, and even lightning play critical roles in deer movement and stand strategy. From bowhunting in the Southeast to late-season muzzleloader tactics in Kentucky and Texas, get actionable tips for becoming a better woodsman—no matter the conditions.This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Remington Ammunition, Ruger, Range Ready Studios, 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 ©2025 Freefire Media, LLCGun Talk Hunt 11.03.25Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:--  Ruger revamps production to not only make new guns, but to give the quality control department control over production lines.  President and CEO Todd Seyfert explains what's going on behind the scenes.--  Oliver, a 12-year old, takes his first deer with the Gun Talk GT30 rifle.--  Why buy a custom-made pistol when there are good ones being made by many factories?Gun Talk 11.02.25 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Doug Hamlin, Executive Vice President of the NRA, announces changes to the iconic magazines American Rifleman and American Hunter.--  These sisters continue to win shooting competitions around the world.  A visit with Jalise and Justine Williams, members of the Colt shooting team.--  Another shooter thinks his sights are off, but it's really just his bad shooting.Gun Talk 11.02.25 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:--  Delta Force veteran and firearms trainer Larry Vickers explains the difference between professional gunfighters and the average person carrying a gun for defense.--  Jalise and Justine Willams, the shooting sisters, continue to win championships around the world.--  Your self defense gun is life-saving equipment, but you have to be competent with it.  That requires training (classes) and practice.Gun Talk 11.02.25  Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:--  The NRA is the only gun group funding critical campaigns in the midterm elections. --  The .45 GAP, the .30 Super, and other cartridges that failed in the marketplace.--  Looking for opportunities to help others.  Make a difference in someone's life.Gun Talk 11.02.25 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Best selling author Jack Carr delivers the backstory on his newest novel, Cry Havoc, which centers on the Vietnam war in 1968 and the secret special forces fighters of MACV-SOG.--  When a traditional holster won't work, consider carrying with a chest rig.--  From peep sights to optics, Skinner Sights makes guns shoot better.Gun Talk 10.26.25 Hour 1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- In a surprise move, Beretta buys 9 percent of Ruger's stock.  What's going on? Shooting Wire creator Jim Shepherd explains.--  Glock announces it is discontinuing most of its pistols and replacing some of them with a new series which can not be modified with the "switch," a device that illegally converts them to full auto.--  The AI powered security system at his school said his bag of Dorito chips was a pistol, so the cops rolled in, handcuffed him, and pointed guns at him. Gun Talk 10.26.25 Hour 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:-- Gun ban group Everytown launches a new firearms training effort.  Reporter Lee Williams took the course and reveals it to be pure anti-gun messaging.--  Gun rights supporters infiltrated a meeting of gun banners and were surprised at what they heard.--  Change the way you carry your gun with different clothes.Gun Talk 10.26.25 Hour 3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.

In This Hour:--  His pistol didn't feed reliably at first.  It often takes a few hundred rounds before a new gun breaks in and functions correctly.  .--  Especially on smaller pistols an optical sight really improves accuracy.--  Why do some ammunition companies make .45ACP brass with small pistol primers?Gun Talk  10.26.25 After ShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gun-talk--6185159/support.