Talking Lead Podcast

https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_390_LEVIATHAN_CHRIS_WOOD.mp3 Happy Easter Lead Heads! The Bunny has put Chris Wood with Leviathan Group in our basket for this episode. We are talking movie guns and props with Chris. Leviathan has provided Hollywood's biggest blockbusters with the arsenals that made them millions like John Wick, Captain America & Winter Soldier, The Fast and Furious, The Walking Dead and numerous others. Chris and Lefty also take care of some Jackwagons and honor some Heroes. Plus we get a little lesson on when it is appropriate to fly the American Flag at half staff or mast. Leviathan Group bridged the gap between firearms/tactical/outdoor companies and your favorite entertainment outlets. From Movies and TV shows to Video Games and Social Media. Power Without Equal. Leviathan Defense Marketing Group was formed to deliver unsurpassed knowledge and innovation to companies in the defense, firearms, and outdoor industries. Chris Wood - Leviathan Group Hard Ready Knife and Trainer

https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_389_WTTA_Zephyr_Wellness.mp3 We are back Lead Heads! In this episode we tackle some important topics, Mental Health, Guns and Laws. Joining Lefty on this episode is Mike Sodini, Founder of Walk The Talk America and Jake Wiskerchen, Founder - C.E.O. of Zephyr Wellness. We discuss how gun laws are purposely discriminatory, inherently racist and undeniably unconstitutional. In particular we discuss the H.R.127 - Sabika Sheikh Firearm Licensing and Registration Act bill that was introduced January 4 2021 by Democratic Texas State Representative Shelia Lee Jackson. Jake educates us on the mental health therapy side of things and Mike talks about how WTTA has been instrumental in bridging the communication gap between the firearms industry and the mental health industry. Subscribe to Talking Lead on Facebook, Instagram, Parler, give us feedback on iTunes or your favorite podcast app "Leaducating The Unleaducated' since 2012 Jake Wisherchen - Zephyr Wellness Talking Lead 388: Lefty, Mike, Jake

https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP389_akk_s3_ep3.mp3 Who's ready for a little friendly competition? In this AK Korner episode Lefty has a mixture of amateur and professional competition shooters on to talk about their experiences with shooting the AK-47 in competitions. Our special guest this episode is Brian Nelson. Brian is the creative mind behind the most anticipated AK-47/Com Block shooting competition in the Nation, Red Oktober. Brian is also a USPSA Grand Master in 4 divisions and winner of multiple Regional, National and World Championship practical shooting titles and awards. Also joining in on this episode are Kyle Moore, Jared Seagraves, Aaron Keener and Brian Keeney. Red Oktober is a AK (AK-47, AK-74, AKM) shooting match and gun show festival blending 3-Gun style shooting with AK type rifles. The competitions are practical-style providing a fun opportunity to compete using the AK-pattern rifle in a style that is typically slanted towards more modern AR-style designs. Red Oktober is NOT intended to be a tactics and doctrine-based exercise, just a fun celebration of Mikhail Kalashnikov’s rifle. "Leaducating The Unleaducated" since 2012

https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_387_TN_RANGERS.mp3 In this "Leaducation" filled episode we introduce you to the Tennessee Rangers. Lefty is joined by Colonel Bryan M. Seaver Commander, 1st Volunteer Tennessee Ranger Squadron Nashville, Tennessee. The Tennessee Rangers provide specialized volunteer assistance to federal, state or local law enforcement agencies within the State of Tennessee, as well as support for community and civic organizations. The Tennessee are a Certified 501(c)(3) Non-Profit. Bryan and Lefty take care of some Jackwagons and honor some Heroes. Bryan has a new "Fact To Fight The Myth" and Lefty hits Bryan with the "New Guy" questions. Plus we find out that Bryan is the nephew of one of the most famous people in the world!! Listen to find out who She is. "Leaducating The Unleaducated" since 2012

https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_386_AK_Concepts_To_Reality_pt_2.mp3 This is the AK Koncepts' class "After Action Report" episode. Following our 2 day AK-47 defensive rifle and armorer's course at Royal Range USA with 212° Training Group & Occam Defense Solutions we gathered the Instructors and a few of the Students to review everyone's experiences first hand. We answer unanswered questions and discuss how we can improve the class for the next go around. The instructors give some great gear and equipment suggestions. Brain Keeney gives some great lubrication tips too! Be sure you listen to Episode TLP 385 - AK Concepts to Reality Part 1 before you listen to this episode.

https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_385_AK_Concepts_to_Reality_Pt1.mp3 Lead Heads! We are back, fresh from our AK Koncepts rifle class at Royal Range USA in Nashville Tennessee! In this episode Lefty has the gang from 212° Training Group, Jared, Aaron & Kyle, to go over the 2 day training course outline and the 'Whys" behind it. We invite a few of the students on to get their perspectives on the class. Next up is Brian Keeney with Occam Defense Solutions to talk about his Armorer's portion of the AK Koncepts 2 day curriculum. Joining Brian is our good friend and long time Lead Head James Yeager with Tactical Response who shares some of his personal AK-47 stories with us and Jeff Carmichael, Royal Range's top armorer. "Leaducating The Unleaducated" since 2012 -Talking Lead  Day 1 * Brief discussion on ballistics, the zero, and the prone position* Discussion on most effective stance relative to recoil mitigation* Range- Zero and baseline performance testing (up drills and manipulations)* Break Out Session- Classroom with Brian* Range session- Reloads: Speed and Proactive/Tac Reloads; Various methods and efficiency discussion* Lunch* Rhythm and Cadence* Quick rundown of relationships of stance, grip, sights, trigger, and follow-through* Discussion of trigger; Placement of finger, articulation of trigger and finger (fulcrums and forces), 3 phases of trigger (pre-travel, wall, break), follow-through, and reset. Speed formula* End of day competition: Greatest drill ever (1 shot speed load 1 on timer) And Joe won... Day 2: * Zero and prone work on shot timer. 10 sec PAR time for 5 rounds from standing to prone. We shot at 1" squares * Break out session: Brian in class on fire control group* Range session: Basic movement off line. (front, back, right, left). Just enough to get gun on target then STOP and send some love. Hips and shoulders remain squared to target* Move and shoot. Maintain cadence and rhythm.* Lunch* Handgun draw work (Working down from 5 sec PAR to 1.5 sec)* Primary to secondary transitions. * Quick, Careful, Precise * 22422 Prep and Competition

https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/tlp_384_ak_korner_s3_ep2_Meaux_Guns.mp3 We continue season 3 of the Talking Lead AK Korner with some good ole down-to-earth AK-47 talk with the gang from Aklys Defense. Joe Meaux and Charles Watson joins Lefty and Brian (Occam Defense Solutions) for this camp-fire style AK-47 discussion. We flash back to earlier times for everyone to share their stories about their first experiences with the AK-47. The guys touch on some suppressor and mounting options for the AK-47. Joe talks about their new AK suppressor called the Sabre 360. The Sabre 360 is a titanium, 36 caliber bore can with a delta baffle style design and the new Meaux Guns retail gun shop! We answer listener questions and reward two lucky Lead Heads with some awesome prizes from SEAL 1 & Mission First Tactical! Get exclusive Lead Head Brigade special deals from our sponsors by using code: "leadhead" at Faktory 47 Mission First Tactical & SEAL 1 TLP 384 - AK KORNER S3 Ep2: Meaux AK Talk with Meaux Guns "Leaducating The Unleaducated" since 2012 - Talking Lead Occam Defense Hex 2.0 AK Stock Remington Type 4 Single Shot .22LR Help Zach's Stage 4 Colon Cancer Fight Go and help our friend and fellow Lead Head Zach Hall. Zach is one of the firearm industry's foremost weapons designers and has been with Aklys Defense for over 9 years designing innovative silencers and guns pushing competitive designers to think outside the box to help keep our industry progressing and improving. Zach has been a regular on the Talking Lead Podcast over the years and is a good friend Zach was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer recently. There is a go-fund-me page (Zach's Stage 4 Colon Cancer) you can visit and donate to join Zach's fight. If you prefer pay-pal or VENMO it is under sxb1623@gmail.com.

https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_383_armor_concepts.mp3 Welcome back Lead Head Brigade! In this episode we add another layer to the steps you can take to better protect your home and family. Alan Young with Armor Concepts talks about their product, "Door Armor", that will reinforce your dwelling's doors, buying you more time and piece of mind when intruders try to penetrate your home defenses. The Jackwagon Train and Lead Force 1 stop by for the Trains & Planes segment. Alan busts a myth about police response times on the "Facts To Fight The Myth" segment. Lefty hits Alan with the "New Guy" questions. Use code "talkinglead25" at www.armorconcepts.com to get your exclusive Lead Head Brigade 25% discount when ordering from Armor Concepts directly! And a Big Lead Head Welcome To Talking Lead's Newest Sponsor NEMO ARMS!!! Who Is Armor Concepts? We don’t sell doors.  Since 2004, we have created the world’s most effective door security, door repair and personal security solutions. In other words,  we make your existing doors more secure.  More than 400,000 doors secured and counting...Door Armor, our most popular product, is a patented door security device that reinforces your existing doors. Our solutions are police tested & recommended and can be installed yourself, using only a drill, in under 30 minutes (you don’t need to remove your door)   Alan Young - Founder of Armor Concepts Alan Young Graduated From Vanderbilt University, Where He Received A Bachelor Of Science Degree With A Dual Major In Organizational Development And Economics And A Masters Of Business Administration From Vanderbilt’s Owen School Of Management. Allan was a defensive end on Vanderbilt Commodores' Football Team, Where He Earned All-Conference Honors.  Single Season And Career Sack Records, Those Records Still Stand Today After 25 Years. Alan Also Had A Brief Professional Football Career With The New York Jets. After Several Years As A Property Investor, Alan Started Armor Concepts. He Has Been Named One Of Nashville's Most Admired CEOs Three Times By The Nashville Business Journal.  The Nashville Business Journal Has Also Listed Mr. Young On The "Nashville Power 100" As One Of The 100 Most Influential People In Nashville. Expertise borne out of frustration What Separates Alan From Other “Security Experts” Is The Fact That His Expertise Was Borne Out Of Necessity, Frustration And Concern For His Family. Alan Is Not A Carpenter, Locksmith Or Former Police Officer. For Years, Police, Alarm Companies, Door Manufacturers, Apartment Owners And Thieves Have Known That Kicking In A Door Is The Easiest Way To Get Into A House So Why Had No One Ever Developed A Way To Stop It? Now, After Listening To Thousands Of Customer Horror Stories, Alan Has Given Numerous Talks To Police Forces And Police Academies On How They Can Help Homeowners Secure Their Homes.

https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_382_Shoot_Like_A_Girl.mp3 Welcome back to the Talking Lead Podcast! Special guest host Amy Hall of Her Wild Outdoors Podcast, joins Lefty in welcoming in Karen Butler the founder of Shoot Like A Girl. We talk about how Karen started SLG2 Inc and how it has evolved into the amazing Women-Centric-Educational-Shooting-Convoy it is today. But first, as is customary, the gang has The Gunny bring in the Talking Lead Jackwagon Train to haul off a load of Jackwagons and then they honor a few deserving Lead Head Brigade Heroes with a ride on Lead Force 1. Karen "Leaducates" us with a new "Fact-To-Fight-The-Myth" and she survives Lefty's "New Girl" question barrage. The Shoot Like A Girl experience is truly unique, giving women the opportunity to shoot a pistol, rifle and bow in a safe, controlled environment with the guidance of female NRA-certified instructors and archery coaches. In 2020, the tour included stops at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s, conservation event stand with several events having lines out the door and record numbers of attendees. Looking ahead to the 2021 Home of the Brave Tour, Shoot Like A Girl is anticipating continued momentum from the previous year. The tour will begin in early February, and a full event schedule is available online. Shoot Like A Girl is committed to growing the number of women who participate in the shooting sports by empowering them with confidence. The Shoot Like A Girl trailer travels to cities all across the United States, hosting an interactive experience that gives attendees an opportunity to shoot pistols, rifles and bows in a fun, safe and comfortable atmosphere. The event is free to each guest. 

https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_381_OFFICER_SMITH_2.mp3 Thanks for tuning in Lead Heads! On this episode our special guest is Social Media Comedian COP, Officer Smith. Officer Smith is the alternate persona of real life Ohio Deputy Sheriff, Rick Smith. We get to know the real Rick Smith. Lefty and Rick talk about everything from the “no win” position our police officers are being put into today by the political powers, to the best flavor of Kill Cliff to mix your Vodka with, to Eddie Murphy & Dennis Miller, to his family life. We read the hard hitting questions you, the listener, posted on our social media posts for Officer Smith and get his unfiltered answers. "Leaducating The Unleaducated" since 2012 Officer Smith on Talking Lead Officer Smith on Talking Lead Officer Smith on Talking Lead

https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/AK_K_S3_EP_1_-_Paul_Markel.mp3 Welcome to Season 3 of the Talking Lead AK Korner Lead Head Brigade! Everything you want to know about the iconic AK-47, it's variants and other Eastern block firearms is covered in this educational series. Coming back for another season to help Lefty co-host is Brian Keeney with Occam Defense Solutions and Jared Seagraves with 212 Training Group. Our special guest this episode is Paul Markel with Student Of The Gun. We touch on the Vietnam Era AK-47 (Chinese type 56) and some other firearms implemented during this time, tactics used and we answer listener questions. Plus we kick off Season 3 with 3 awesome giveaways from Mission First Tactical, SEAL1 & Guardian Target! TALKING LEAD AK KORNER"Leaducating The Unleaducated" since 2012 BRIAN, PAUL & LEFTY PAUL MARKEL "SIAGON REPORT SERIES" PAUL MARKEL 'MERICA! PAUL MARKEL "SIAGON REPORT SERIES"

https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_379_Kel_Tec_P50_FiveSeven.mp3 Hey Hey Hey Lead Heads! In this episode we discuss Kel-Tec Weapons' new 50 round 5.7x28mm (fiveseven) pistol, the P50. Joining Lefty this episode to answer all your questions and "Leaducate" us on everything from concept to production of the P50 is Kel-Tec's very own, Chad Enos. But before we get our "Leaducation" on the guys take care of some much needed "Jackwagons" and honor some deserving "Heroes" in the "Trains & Planes" segment. Plus we announce the winner of the Red Army Standard 1000 rounds of ammo! "Leaducating The Unleaducated" since 2012Kel-Tec P50 5.7x28mm Pistol Kel-Tec P50 Pistol 5.7x28mm Kel-Tec P50 Pistol 5.7x28mm Kel-Tec P50 Pistol 5.7x28mm Stats for the Kel-Tec P50 5.7x28mm Pistol CALIBER: 5.7 x 28mm WEIGHT UNLOADED: 3.2lbs - 1.43kg MAGAZINE CAPACITY: 50 rounds OVERALL LENGTH: 15″ - 380mm Kel-Tec P50 5.7x28mm Pistol BARREL LENGTH: 9.6″ - 244mm BARREL THREADS: 1/2-28 TPI HEIGHT: 6.7″ - 170mm WIDTH: 2″ - 50mm TRIGGER PULL: 5lbs - 22N

https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_378_WILD_GAME_COOKING.mp3 Happy New Year Lead Heads! As the hunting season is coming to a close for some, your freezers are filling up and you are wandering, "What am I going to do with all this meat?" No worries, Lefty has brought in 3 excellent wild game chefs that will give you some ideas on how to prepare tasty dishes with your wild game harvests. Whether it's quail, salmon, venison, elk, bear or wolf, Lefty's panel of expert hunters/chefs have you covered with great ideas on what to do and what not to do when preparing your wild game to cook. Guests include: Amy Hall with Her Wild Outdoors, Amanda Lynn Mayhew with Just Hunt and That Hunting Girl & Jonathan Hayes with Deerliverance. Amy Hall - Her Wild Outdoors Jonathan Hayes - Deerliverance Amanda Lynn Mayhew - That Hunting Girl Amy Hall - Her Wild Outdoors "Leaducating The Unleaducated" since 2012

https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_377_RICHARD_XMAS_2.mp3 Merry Christmas Lead Heads! Want to get 1000 rounds of Ammunition? Want to laugh your a** off? Want to get some real world insight into the current status of the Firearms industry? This is the show! Lefty gathers the RICHARDS for a special Christmas episode. After a few minutes of getting the shenanigans out of our systems and gathering our composure we really get serious and discuss the hard hitting factors that are affecting the firearms industry and what's to come. Inside information you will only get from the Talking Lead Podcast! Our panel of RICHARDS include: Rafael with Eagle Imports, Corey with Glock Inc., Mike with Walk The Talk America, Adam & Andrew with Century Arms/Canik USA "Leaducating The Unleaducated" since 2012

https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_376_SEAL1_TAZ_FAB.mp3 Welcome back to the official home of the Lead Head Brigade! We have a good time this episode. Our special guests are Dwight Settle with SEAL1 Inc (use code NEW for 25% off) and Kirk Mickelsen with TAZ Fabrication / Guardian Target (use code gogear10 for 10% off the Guardian Target System). Dwight Settle served 20 years as a Navy Seal working in the most extreme environments and Kirk Mickelsen has 26 years of military experience as an Army Field Artillery Officer so you can bet your ass the stories are going to be good! The Talking Lead Jackwagon Train gets rocked with a new load of Jackwagons and Lead Force 1 get's a Hero passenger list second to none. Don't forget to enter our "Christmas Ain't Canceled Giveaway" SEAL 1's mission is to develop and manufacture archery and gun care products that exceed the expectations of their customers. SEAL 1 products are “Green Engineered” utilizing American made materials.  SEAL 1 Products are Proudly Manufactured in the U.S.A.   TAZ FABRICATION LLC: The Guardian Target System is 100% USA made and can adapt to any terrain to ensure your targets are perfectly level. The innovative X-Pod base allows for different targets to be placed on top truly creating a one of a kind all inclusive target system. "Leaducating The Unleaducated" since 2012