Training Like John Wick with Taran Butler

Colion and Crispy sit down to discuss a recent news story about a quadriplegic amputee that is accused of murder.

In this episode, we sit down with JJ Racaza to talk about what it really takes to stay sharp, physically and mentally, as you get older. From competition shooting and heart-rate management under pressure to fitness, injuries, and discipline, this conversation goes deeper than just guns. We also get into mindset, emotional control, training philosophies, and even detour into cars, lifestyle, and why performance in one area of life often reflects in others. It’s a raw, unfiltered conversation packed with insights for anyone looking to level up.

Colion breaks down his thoughts about how to train for a possible self defense situation with your firearm. Things that you might not have thought about.

Colion talks about the recent events in Austin and the thoughts about carrying if you've had a drink.

Colion Noir addresses comments that he only reviews "expensive" guns.

Colion tells his story when he first started to carry a firearm and how he didn't carry one in the chamber.

Colion talks about what it's like to goto SHOT SHOW. SHOT SHOW is the largest firearms and outdoor industry trade show in the world, where manufacturers, media, and professionals gather each year to debut new guns, gear, optics, and technology.

Multidisciplinary orthopedic Rehab specialist, Travis Mann talks with Colion about his time treating him and how shooters can make sure to take care of their bodies.

Colion talks with Taran Butler about what it was like training Keanu for his role as John Wick and what he's been up to since the last time.

In this episode, Colion Noir sits down with master bladesmith Josh Smith, founder of Montana Knife Company. Josh shares insane real-life stories of knife accidents. Josh also breaks down what truly separates a high-quality blade from cheap imports, the craftsmanship behind forging, heat treating, and making Damascus steel, and why American-made knives almost disappeared. He opens up about his own journey—from being the youngest master bladesmith in the world, to losing his house, to building a multi-million-dollar knife company out of his garage with zero investors. If you care about preparedness, American craftsmanship, or just love behind-the-scenes origin stories, this is one of the most fascinating and unexpectedly gripping conversations you’ll hear.