Firearm Trainer's Podcast For American Firearm Instructors

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Personal Security Oct 28, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with author Rob Chadwick about his new book The Practice Guide to Personal Security

This episode is brought to you by the ConcealedCarry.com firearm instructor network. ConcealedCarry.com is always looking for quality firearm instructors across the country to join their network. As a network instructor you can take advantage of ConcealedCarry.com’s advertising platform to fill your classes. Visit class dot concealedcarry.com and click on Instructor to learn more and see if it would be a fit for you.

What is your one unknown talent?

Being willing to do any job. As a youth sold colostomy kits.

Where can instructors find out more information

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Remember we bring you this podcast to support the industry, the second amendment, and most importantly every firearm instructor in America that dedicates time and energy into making gun owners more knowledgeable.

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Mentoring Oct 23, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with Klint Macro about how mentoring is beneficial to the student and the instructor

Are you a new instructor… or maybe a seasoned pro looking to grow your business? Then listen up! The Instructor Alliance is where like-minded instructors come together to learn, connect, and succeed. You’ll get real support from your peers, fresh ideas from other pros, and the tools to build the business you want — no matter where you are in your journey. Every week, you can jump into polls, answer engaging questions, and join our private professional chat room — where you can ask anything and get answers from quality instructors who have your back. Start your 7-day free trial today… then use promo code FTP15 for 15% off your monthly membership. Check it out right now at InstructorsAlliance.com — Learn. Grow. Succeed. Together!

What is your one unknown talent?

Klint has a background in the recording industry as a sound engineer. His grandfather had a work shop that Klint worked in and still likes to do wood working.

Where can instructors find out more information

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Instructors Alliance Oct 15, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with Philip Bartolacci about a place he’s created where instructors can collaborate with other instructors

For listeners of this podcast I want to give you an advance heads up on a new product from MantisX called the Tor-X available the first week of August 2024.

The TOR-X is the sublime marriage of the military-grade Steiner laser and the power of the MantisX. The MantisX hardware is now integrated inside a Steiner laser. Pair it via Bluetooth to your smartphone or tablet, and you’re training package just got more complete. Combat-worthy lights and lasers, Mil-grade aluminum, built Steiner strong. Designed to expose, blind and target with maximum impact. Up to any challenge. Just like you.

The TOR-X features a Type III hard-anodized machined-aluminum housing and rail mount. It is dustproof, splash-proof to IP54 standards, and available with a green (520 nm) laser. The direct diode type laser operates in extreme cold weather. Other features include left and right fire buttons for ambidextrous use, constant power drive that ensures the laser output remains constant throughout the life of the battery, low battery indication, as well as windage and elevation bore sight adjustment screws.

The universal rail mount on the TOR-X will fit all pistols that have a Picatinny or Weaver style rail forward of the trigger guard. This design allows optimum positioning of the laser so that the fire buttons are easily accessible for a wide range of users.

I’ve been using the Tor-X for several weeks on my Glock17 and my Glock48 now and when paired with the MantisX app it’s taken my training to a new level.

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Getting Started in Competition Oct 07, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with Kirsten Day about how to get started in shooting competitions

This episode is also brought to you by the Instructors Alliance. Whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, the Instructor Alliance is where like-minded instructors come together to grow, connect, and succeed. Get support from your peers, learn from others, and build the business you want no matter where you are in your journey. With weekly polls, engaging questions, and a private professional chat room where you can ask anything and get answers from quality instructors, it’s perfect for new instructors or seasoned pros looking to grow or expand their business. Start your 7-day free trial today, then use promo code FTP15 for 15% off your monthly membership and check them out at www.InstructorsAlliance.com – Learn. Grow. Succeed. Together. (InstructorsAlliance.com/)

What is your one unknown talent?

Very organized person. Uses spreadsheets and organizes everything.

Where can instructors find out more information

Check out all of our episodes at: https://podcasts.concealedcarry.com/the-firearm-trainers-podcast/

Email comments, topic suggestions, or questions to us at FTP@ConcealedCarry.com
Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firearmtrainerspodcast/

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Church Security Sep 30, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with Bob Jewell about his article on Church Security

This episode is also brought to you by the Range Tech Shot Timer. A shot timer is a critical tool to measure performance, and no credible firearm instructor hosts a class without one. The Range Tech timer is the BOTH the most affordable AND most feature-rich shot timer on the market. Connect it via Bluetooth to a tablet on the firing line to simplify recording times and sharing them with your students. RangeTech also features Bluetooth integration with Practiscore and built in autoscoring based on USPSA, IDPA, Multigun, or Steel Challenge scoring schemas. Learn more at RangeTechTimer.Com.

What is your one unknown talent?

Likes to write articles

Where can instructors find out more information

Check out all of our episodes at: https://podcasts.concealedcarry.com/the-firearm-trainers-podcast/

Email comments, topic suggestions, or questions to us at FTP@ConcealedCarry.com
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Rimfire Self Defense Sep 24, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with Steve Moses from Palisades Training Group on using a rimfire for self defense

What is your one unknown talent?

Speak Communication Major – Come up with lesson on the spot

Where can instructors find out more information

9/20 Grandberry, TX Private Range
10/11 Dallas Pistol Club, Carolton, TX
10/18 CCWSafe/FTA Private Range
http://www.ptgtrainingllc.com/
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CCWSafe.com

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Rifle Renaissance Sep 16, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk about the upcoming Rifle Renaissance in March 2026

What is your one unknown talent?

AJ Zito – previous to firearm he was a set drummer
Brian Hill – professional break dancer
Adam Winch – plays ping pong and trained with a professional ping pong
Shane Kerwin – wood working and building things out of wood

Where can instructors find out more information

Rifle Renaissance – THE COMPLETE COMBATANT
Rifle Renaissance 2026 – THE COMPLETE COMBATANT
Defenders-USA.com
PersonalSurvivalSolutions.com
PracticalPerformance.org
CompleteCombatant.com
March 6, 7, 8, 2026
Win a HK556 rifle

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Kelley Defense Sep 09, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with Mark Kelley about what Kelley Defense does and our time at the NRA AM in 2026

For listeners of this podcast I want to give you an advance heads up on a new product from MantisX called the Tor-X available the first week of August 2024.

I’ve been using the Tor-X for several weeks on my Glock17 and my Glock48 now and when paired with the MantisX app it’s taken my training to a new level.

To Help Rob get nominated to the NRA Board of Directors please use this link to sign the petition: NRA Nomination for Rob Beckman

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2025 GRPC / AMM-CON Conference Sep 02, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with Charlie Cook about the Gun Rights Policy Conference (GRPC) in Salt Lake City on Sept 27, 2025

This episode is also brought to you by the Instructor Alliance. Whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, the Instructor Alliance is where like-minded instructors come together to grow, connect, and succeed. Get support from your peers, learn from others, and build the business you want no matter where you are in your journey. With weekly polls, engaging questions, and a private professional chat room where you can ask anything and get answers from quality instructors, it’s perfect for new instructors or seasoned pros looking to grow or expand their business. Start your 7-day free trial today, then use promo code FTP15 for 15% off your monthly membership and check them out at www.InstructorsAlliance.com – Learn. Grow. Succeed. Together. (InstructorsAlliance.com/)

What are you working on as an instructor to improve this year?

Recently purchased a SIG 365xl with a red dot and am working on learning how to efficiently use a red dot on my pistol.

Check out all of our episodes at: https://podcasts.concealedcarry.com/the-firearm-trainers-podcast/

Email comments, topic suggestions, or questions to us at FTP@ConcealedCarry.com
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Firearm 101 Aug 26, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with Harrison Benton about his book Firearm 101: For Beginners

This episode is also brought to you by the Range Tech Shot Timer. A shot timer is a critical tool to measure performance, and no credible firearm instructor hosts a class without one. The Range Tech timer is the BOTH the most affordable AND most feature-rich shot timer on the market. Connect it via Bluetooth to a tablet on the firing line to simplify recording times and sharing them with your students. RangezTech also features Bluetooth integration with Practiscore and built in autoscoring based on USPSA, IDPA, Multigun, or Steel Challenge scoring schemas. Learn more at RangeTechTimer.Com.

Check out all of our episodes at: https://podcasts.concealedcarry.com/the-firearm-trainers-podcast/

Email comments, topic suggestions, or questions to us at FTP@ConcealedCarry.com
Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firearmtrainerspodcast/

#FirearmTrainerPodcast

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#FTAProtect

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