State of the Second

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State of The Second 98 – The Military Chose THIS Scope (ft. Vortex Optics) Aug 13, 2025

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Join John and Kailey this week for a jam-packed episode as we sit down with Mark from Vortex Optics to talk gear, hunting, and the Second Amendment. From his favorite all-around rifle scope to wild warranty stories, including optics run over by trucks and dropped off cliffs—Mark shares insider knowledge and real-world tips for choosing […]

State of The Second 98 – The Military Chose THIS Scope (ft. Vortex Optics) Aug 13, 2025

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State of The Second 96 – Why Home Ranges Are the Future (ft. TCRT) Jul 30, 2025

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This week on State of the Second, Kailey and John sit down with Kurt from TCRT Targets to talk about the future of range training, self-healing rubber targets, and why fun, flexible home setups are changing the game. Kurt shares his journey from firearms marketing to launching one of the most durable target lines on […]

State of The Second 95 – What It Takes to Become a Gunsmith in 2025 (ft. SDI) Jul 16, 2025

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Join us for a deep-dive conversation with Jarred from Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI) on the State of the Second podcast! From the future of gunsmithing to the importance of hands-on training, Jarred shares what it takes to succeed in the firearms industry today. We talk shop about AR platforms, and why trade education is more […]

State of The Second 94 – But is it Actually as Good as Live Fire Training? (Ft. Mantis) Jul 09, 2025

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In this episode of State of the Second, John and Kailey sit down with Grant from Mantis, the innovative minds behind some of the most advanced dry fire and training tools in the firearm world. From the Blackbeard AR trigger reset system to the upcoming Titan X training pistol and augmented reality environments, Mantis is […]

State of The Second 93 – What the Firearms Industry Gets Wrong About Women. (ft. Tracy Lee) Jul 02, 2025

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In this episode of State of the Second, Tracy Lee joins Kailey and John to share her wild origin story in the 2A space, why real training matters more than just posing with guns, and how to be taken seriously in this industry. She dives into the truth about censorship on social media, what it’s […]

State of The Second 92 – Meet the Founder who SOLVED Concealed Carry for Gym Shorts (ft. Arrowhead Tactical) Jun 25, 2025

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In this episode of the State of the Second Podcast, John and Kailey are joined by Alexander from Arrowhead Tactical — the brand that’s changing how we think about concealed carry apparel. From gym shorts to joggers, fanny packs to full-size pistols, Alexander breaks down what makes carry actually discreet… and where most people are […]

State of The Second 91 – How WD-40 Can Ruin Your Gun! (ft. Otis Technology) Jun 18, 2025

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In this episode of the State of the Second John and Kailey are joined by Bill Cleftis, CEO of Otis Technology, to dive deep into the world of gun cleaning, CCW training, and what it’s really like to be a gun owner in post-Bruen New York. Whether you’re a seasoned 2A advocate or a […]

State of The Second 90 – What Building Your Own AR Says About You…(ft. Brownells) Jun 11, 2025

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Pete Brownell of Brownells joins State of the Second to talk gun culture, DIY building, and why the firearms industry must stay politically engaged. From suppressors and the HPA to the rise of gunsmithing and trade schools, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who believes in the right to build, repair, and protect. […]

State of The Second 89 – Traveling Armed in America: Why is it so Complicated? (ft. Elite Tactical Systems) Jun 04, 2025

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What happens when your constitutional rights change the moment you cross a state line? In this episode of State of the Second, John and Kailey sit down with Eddie Loveday from ETS to talk about the wild reality of navigating America with a firearm. From literally rerouting his road trips through Memphis to avoid anti-gun […]

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