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Synergy Shooting Mar 31, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with Tyler Tharp with Synergy Shooting

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What is your focus for training this year

Refining consistency in pistol performance. Goal is to make master class in USPSA. Shoot more QP (quantified performance) matches with carbine

Where can instructors find out more information

Tyler Tharp – Synergy Training Group
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Your Stark Reality Mar 26, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with Jamie Stark from Your Stark Reality

This episode is also brought to you by MantisX

I’ve been a long time Mantis user from their original MantisX to the Mantis X10 and now excited about their most recent product Mantis Blackbeard X. The Mantis BlackBeard X combines the MantisX10 and the Mantis Blackbeard into one platform for the AR15. It unleashes a completely new capability with in-depth dynamic shooting analysis. Including motion-based analysis and multi-target engagement. Something no one has done before. Mantis BlackbeardX connects to your smartphone via bluetooth and you can easily download the MantisX application that gives you all the drills and history from previous sessions. MantisX changed the way I train and I think you’ll find the Mantis BlackbeardX it a great training aid for yourself and your students.

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What is your training focus this year?

Jamie and her husband training focus will be long range rifle classes

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Trace Armory Mar 18, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with John Boyette from the Trace Armory

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.

What are you training on this year to become a better instructor

Time management

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Trace Armory Group
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Force Science Course Reivew Mar 11, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with Josh Logan from Guardian Training and Consulting to talk about his Force Science Course review

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What have you changed you mind about?

Changed his temperament over the year. Bill Campbell from NRA-LE who has been influencer and the IALEFI board. Change his mind on what fight he wants to fight and which ones aren’t worth it.

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Guardian Training and Consultant
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The WHY Behind Range Rules Mar 04, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with Brian Hill from the Complete Combatant.

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What have you changed you mind about?

Change his mind on certainty and creativity thrives in uncertainty. Area where he’s uncertain about are the areas where he needs to focus. Be better question asker.

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TheCompleteCombatant.com

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Defenders USA Feb 25, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with Adam Winch with Defenders USA

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What have you changed you mind about?

You need to teach civilians differently than you would cops. You ‘chameleonize’ yourself to your audience.

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Church Security and Christian Warrior Training Feb 19, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with Keith Garnes from Christian Warrior Training about his approach to church security

This episode is also brought to you by MantisX

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What have you changed you mind about?

Changed his mind about the lord. Grew up as a believer and lost faith being a cop in Berkley and did not go to church. His daughter and son in law saved him.

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christianwarriortraining.com

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Shot Show 2025 Recap Feb 11, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with Matthew Mallory about what he saw at Shot Show 2025

What have you changed you mind about?

Changed his mind about aliens in New Jersey. Oct 7th in Israel hit him and came to a statement. We live in a civilized world but not everyone is civilized.

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NRA Elections for 2025 Feb 04, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with John Richardson about the current state of the NRA and the NRA election for their board of directors.

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What have you changed you mind about?

First wife died from breast cancer. Would have forced her to see doctor sooner rather than later

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Handling A Training Accident Jan 29, 2025

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In this week’s episode we talk with Steve Mosese from the Firearm Trainer Association on how to handle a training accident.

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What have you changed you mind about?

Lots of concerns for our countries tearing at each other during confirmation hearings. Not sure the country will be able to come together with the current state of politics.

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