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Pocket Pistols Are Forever! Sep 21, 2026

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Over the years numerous gun scribes have predicted the demise of pocket pistols. Yet pocket pistols are more popular than ever. Michael has some thoughts as to why.

MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 338. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode.

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Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd.

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Simply Rugged Holsters Pocket Protector

Ruger SP-101 Revolvers

Charter Arms Walker Series

.22 Magnum for Self-Defense (video)/22 Plinkster

The Music of Colonel Mustard

The Music of Jonathan Hadas

Do Suppressors Tilt the Balance for .45 ACP? Sep 15, 2026

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Here's a thought…the 9mm has risen to the top of defensive cartridges, partly because it was simply easier to shoot than the .45 ACP. However, with the rise of silencers, does the .45 deserve a new look? Also, Taurus' great 692 .357 revolver gets a dot upgrade.

MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 337. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode.

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Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd.

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9mm vs 45ACP: The Greatest Pistol Caliber Debate/Wes Littlefield, Ammo.com

9mm vs .45…Suppressed/1911 Forum

Taurus 692 .357 Trapper/MB

Taurus 692 Executive Grade

Allchin Gun Parts

The Music of Kashido

The Music of Ty Simon

The Grocery Store Dilemma Sep 08, 2026

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So what happens if you're at the supermarket looking at all the different varieties of kale when dozens of "teens" swarm in for an informal dance party and robbery? Well, exactly that scenario has been happening, as in Aurora, CO last week. Here's what you need to know.

MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 336. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode.

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Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd.

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The Scourge of Teen Takeovers/Heather MacDonald, City Journal

Understanding the Teen Takeover Phenomenon/Pete Saunders, The Corner Side Yard

Stoeger STR-9 Combat

Banish 45

Spartan Precision

The Music of Ian Post

The Music of Young Rich Pixies

Michael's M.U.L.E. Comes Home! Sep 01, 2026

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And the Franchi general purpose M.U.L.E. came with a Dead Air ultralight Nomad XC silencer! This should keep Michael busy for awhile.

MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 335. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode.

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Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd.

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Training With a .22 Long Rifle/Matthew Williams, RECOIL Off-Grid

Training With a .22 (video)/MB, Tom Yost Panteo Productions

Franchi M.U.L.E.

Spartan Precision Equipment

Burris Scout Scopes

Dead Air Silencers Nomad XC

The Music of the Bottlesnakes

The Music of Ben Bostick

Short Barrels Rule! Aug 25, 2026

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This week is a look at some upcoming products and projects, plus we revisit the "Get Off Me Gun!"

MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 334. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode.

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Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd.

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Violent Crime Falls at Historic Rate/FBI Stats

Spartan Precision Equipment

G-Force Jawbone .45ACP

Banish 45 Ti Suppressor

Taurus 692

Allchin Gun Parts

N.A.A. Recluse

Charter Arms Walker series

The Music of Curtis Cole

The Music of O.P. Baron

2A Rising! Aug 18, 2026

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This week Michael talks about a day he never thought he'd see — the NFA in flames and sinking fast! What does it mean for all of us? Well, we don't know…but big changes are under way! Also, Michael shows how NOT to spend a weekend…

MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 333. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode.

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Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd.

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Landmark Suppressor Ruling Leaves Gun World With More Questions Than Answers/Jordan Boyd, The Federalist

American Suppressor Association

Firearms Policy Coalition

Gun Group SeeksClarity from ATF, DOJ…/Mark Chestnut, TTAG

The Music of Guy Dagan

A Gun for All 50 States! Aug 11, 2026

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From our Wayback Machine all the way from 2021, one of Michael's favorite projects — the 50 State Rifle, a Browning Lever Action in .223. BTW, what would change if we were doing this project today? How about starting with a Henry LASR lever gun in .223? Interested?

MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 332. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode.

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Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd.

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Browning BLR https://www.midwayusa.com/s?userSearchQuery=Browning%20BLR&searchTerm=Browning%20BLR https://www.browning.com/products/firearms/rifles/blr.html

MPI Fiberglass Stocks

Negrini Gun Cases

1895 Winchester https://www.midwayusa.com/s?userSearchQuery=1895%20Winchester&searchTerm=1895%20Winchester https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winchester_Model_1895

Skinner Sights

Henry .410X https://www.midwayusa.com/s?userSearchQuery=Henry%20.410&searchTerm=Henry%20.410 https://www.henryusa.com/shotgun/lever-action-x-model-410-shotgun/

The Music of Casey Parnell

ARC's First Major Match! Aug 04, 2026

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The spectacular Pete Lien and Sons Shooting Sports Complex in Rapid City, South Dakota, hosted the first ARC Regional Championship. It went GREAT! Plus, some thoughts for the armed citizen.

MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 331. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode.

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Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd.

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America's Rifle Challenge

Pete Lien and Sons Shooting Sports Complex

GLC Shooting AcademyTrain with Randi Rogers and Gordon Carrell

Ryan and Dianna Muller Pro 3-Gunners

Interview With Ed Monk/ACLDN

THE FIRST 30 SECONDS: The Active Shooter Problem (book)/Ed Monk

The Music of Title Holder

The Music of Deadbolt

More CCW Means Lower Crime Rates Jul 28, 2026

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Makes sense, doesn't it? Secondly, the .22 LR, when combined with modern suppressors and short barrels, changes the equation for home defense.

MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 301. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode.

Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it.

Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd.

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Violent Crime Dropping https://www.yahoo.com/news/us/articles/homicide-rate-dropped-historic-lows-113047039.html https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2026/07/24/crime-rates-many-offenses-are-plummeting-across-us-for-reasons-that-arent-simple/ https://www.npr.org/2024/12/25/nx-s1-5230782-e1/the-carjacking-rate-has-started-to-drop-after-a-disturbing-jump-in-previous-years

Crime Prevention Research Center/John Lott

.22s for Self Protection?/Greg Ellifritz, Active Response Training

Why Carry a .22?/Greg Ellifritz, Active Response Training

.22 for Home Defense/USCCA Forums

Top 5 Best .22LR for Self-Defense/Cassandra McBride, Ammo.com

MTM Case-Gard HLST Shooting Table

The Music of Paradise Husky

The Music of Randy Sharp

Tooling Up For the Scout Rifle Shoot! Jul 21, 2026

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With the Scout Rifle World Championships only a few months away, it's time for Michael to try and remember how to actually shoot a Scout Rifle!

MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 329. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode.

Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it.

Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd.

Colorado's New Gun Laws!

Franchi M.U.L.E. .308 Tested/Richard Mann, Field & Stream

The Best Scout Scope You Can No Longer Buy!

Steve Clifford on the General Purpose Rifle

Cade Cole on Hunting

Why I Hate the X5i elevation turret

MTM Case-Gard HLST

The Music of Rex Banner

The Music of Danpun