State of the Second

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State of The Second 88 – Would YOU Trust Your Life to This Mag? (ft. KCI USA) May 28, 2025

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This week on State of the Second, John and Kailey sit down with KCI USA for a raw and honest conversation about rebuilding trust, improving quality, and standing strong for the 2A community. They talk about brand redemption, product quality, and the fight to restore trust in the gun community—all while tackling big-picture 2A issues […]

State of The Second 87 – How a Shot Show Rant Led to a Whole New Gun (ft. Faxon) May 21, 2025

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In this episode John and Kailey sit down with Bob Faxon and Dustin Wallace of Faxon Firearms to dive deep into the roots, innovation, and unwavering mission behind Faxon Firearms. You’ll hear how a TV show ignited a furious spark that led to the creation of the legendary ARAC rifle, and how a legacy of […]

State of The Second 86 – This Gen Z Entrepreneur Is Changing How the Marines Train (ft. Infinite Defense) May 14, 2025

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In this episode, John and Kailey sit down with Elijah, founder of Infinite Defense, to talk about how his startup went from a garage concept to becoming a go-to solution for military, law enforcement, and civilian shooters alike. Whether you’re military, law enforcement, a trainer, or a weekend shooter—this is the episode that might just […]

State of The Second 85 – Hollywood Guns That Changed Gun Culture (ft. Gun Broker) May 07, 2025

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This week, Kailey and John sit down with Allen Forkner from GunBroker.com to talk movie guns, auction madness, and the current state of Second Amendment rights in America. From Harrison Ford’s iconic firearms to the myth-busting reality of buying guns online, this episode dives into the cultural power of pop culture weapons — and why […]

State of The Second 84 – Disarming Americans One Law at a Time (ft. Krate Tactical) Apr 30, 2025

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In this episode of the State of the Second Podcast, John and Kailey sit down with Chris from Krate Tactical to talk about defending your rights, one tool at a time. From out-the-front knives to the future of self-defense laws, Chris shares his journey from the USCCA to Krate Tactical, why quality matters, and how […]

State of The Second 83 – Would You Switch Your Coffee to Save Your Rights? (ft. Caliber Coffee) Apr 23, 2025

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This week, John and Kailey sit down with Brian from Caliber Coffee to talk about how every cup supports American-made products and the Second Amendment. Caliber Coffee is more than great coffee, it’s about putting “Freedom in Every Cup.” Brian shares what makes the brand different, how your purchases help protect your rights, and what’s […]

State of The Second 82 – Self-Defense Myths That Will Get You Locked Up (ft. Armed Attorneys) Apr 16, 2025

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This week on State of the Second, John is joined by Richard D. Hayes, ll, and Emily Taylor, Armed Attorneys, for a breakdown of what happens after a self-defense shooting. From what not to say on a 911 call to how your social media could be used in court, this episode is packed with real-world […]

State of The Second 81 – The Bro Culture Behind GoonTape (and why it works) (ft. GoonTape) Apr 09, 2025

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This week on State of the Second, John sits down with Adam from GoonTape to talk about building a brand, breaking norms in the firearms industry, and bringing fresh energy into the 2A space. From launching GoonTape with 10,000 rolls in his apartment to revolver EDCs and wild marketing, Adam shares his journey and mission […]

State of The Second 80 – The Unfiltered HONEST Truth About the Firearms Community (ft. Whiskey & Windage) Apr 02, 2025

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Join John as he sits down with Adam, Mike, and Matt from Whiskey & Windage for a no-holds-barred conversation. They dive into the power of unbiased podcasting and how new gun owners are shifting the culture. Then it gets real, they tackle hot-button issues like Hunter Biden, the VA infringing on veterans’ rights, and the […]

State of The Second 79 – This Marine Built a Better AR – And Got Banned from Advertising It (Ft. Devil Dog Concepts) Mar 26, 2025

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Join the conversation with John and Cameron Hillman, CEO of Devil Dog Concepts, who explore the innovation behind their AR side charge handle system. Cameron shares how his law enforcement and military background led to founding the company, and the challenges of marketing firearm products in a restrictive legal and social media climate—especially in states […]

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