State of the Second

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State of the Second 08 – Zero Tolerance Policy, Loopholes, and Guns in Hollywood. Dec 19, 2023

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This week’s episode of State of the Second features an insightful discussion between John, Kailey, and Chase Duffey, the National Sales and Import Manager at EAA Corp. The episode offers an in-depth exploration of the ATF’s Zero Tolerance Policy, uncovering its implications for gun stores and the potential loopholes it presents.

State of the Second 07 – Gun Confiscation, A Rogue Government Agency and Guns and Youtube? Dec 19, 2023

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In this episode, John and Kailey are joined by Clint “Mag Dump” Morgan, the Brand Engagement Manager at Classic Firearms, one of the largest online retailers for military surplus firearms in the United States.

State of the Second 06 – ATF’s Two-Faced Approach to Import/Export Dec 19, 2023

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This week on State of the Second, Kailey and John sit down with VP of sales, marketing, and product development of SAR Firearms, Jacob Phair. They address the full spectrum of issues and logistical considerations surrounding firearm imports, while also dissecting perceived inconsistencies within the ATF and deliberating on the potential consequences of the Safer Banking Act.

State of the Second 05 – Giving a Voice to a Silent Majority – Nine Line Apparel Dec 19, 2023

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In this episode, John and Kailey sit down with Nathan Kilburn, Senior Account Manager, and John Bohannon, Sales Director at Nine Line Apparel. Nine Line is a veteran-founded lifestyle brand, dedicated to giving back to the military and first responder communities that fought and died for our freedoms.

State of the Second 04 – How the Pistol Brace BAN Attacks Disabled Shooters Dec 19, 2023

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This week on State of the Second, Kailey and John sit down with Frankie Waddell, VP and Secretary at BattleBuddy3Gun, and Jack Smith, President at BattleBuddy3Gun. They break down the more compassionate side of the Second Amendment community and show how we can come together to make a difference for shooters who refuse to let any challenge—physical or otherwise—prevent them from bearing arms. They also dive into the war against firearms and how the ATF's ban on pistol braces is a direct assault on adaptive shooters.

State of the Second 03 – ATF’s War On Plastic, 1000% Gun Tax & Brace Ban Dec 18, 2023

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This week on State of the Second Kailey and John sit down with Adam Ruonala, the VP of Marketing and Business Development at Canik and Century Arms. They break down the latest on government overreach, import restrictions, ATF's War on Plastic, and the 1000% gun tax. Oh my!

State of the Second 02 – Exclusive Episode: SecureIt CEO on Feds Accessing Gun Safes & More Dec 18, 2023

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In the wake of safe-gate, we sat down with Tom Kubiniec, the CEO of SecureIt to talk about safes, privacy expectations, and how the industry could respond to consumer concerns.

State of the Second 01 – Origins of EOTech, Guns and Video Games Dec 18, 2023

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In this episode, we sit down with EOTech's VP of Marketing, John Bailey. We discuss guns and games, how policy affects EOTech, and how EOTech got its start! Introducing The State of the Second Podcast, presented by GOA. Join Kailey and John as they pull back the curtain of the firearms industry through conversations with the community and industry leaders. We will discuss, policy, activism, and industry insights.

State of the Second – What is the State of the Second Podcast? Dec 18, 2023

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Introducing The State of the Second Podcast, presented by GOA. Join Kailey and John as they pull back the curtain of the firearms industry through conversations with community and industry leaders. We will discuss, policy, activism, and industry insights.

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