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Pistol Ports & Airsoft Guns | SOTG 1362 Oct 16, 2026

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Should concealed carry and duty pistols have posts and/or compensators on them? Professor Paul was asked to weigh in on that issue and he wrote an article addressing it. During Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. Paul will explain his thoughts on this new trend.

For our Coffee Corner, Paul has a new book, yes, new-new book, "Airsoft and Airguns for Tactical Training" on Amazon as a paperback and Kindle. How and why did this come about? Drink coffee and support us at www.studentofthegun.com/blackout.

Once more, Bill Frady of Lock N Load radio and Paul get together for a conversation. When the two of them get going, any topic is on the menu.

Also, Adam Carolla went on a rant during one of his recent shows and Paul found it so spot on that it could have come from his own mouth. Listen in and see whether or not you agree.

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Huge thanks to our Partners: EOTech | Blackout Coffee
EOTech Talk - EOTechInc.com
- TOPIC: Why Barrel Porting and Compensators on Defensive Handguns is a Bad Idea www.shootingnewsweekly.com
Coffee Corner - studentofthegun.com/blackout [Use Code: STUDT20]
- TOPIC: Airsoft and Airguns for Tactical Training amzn.to/3VK1unE
SOTG Homeroom - SOTG University
- TOPIC: Paul and Bill Frady discuss P385 and airsoft guns

Concealed Carry Fashion & Brain Exercises | SOTG 1361 Oct 09, 2026

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We are joined by Bill Frady with his Lock and Load format. Paul and Bill will discuss concealed carry fashion and how to make good choices in your daily dress code. Also, Bill wants to talk about Gucci guns. Would you pay $4900 for a pistol that shoots 9mm ammunition?

The Professor will discuss neuroscience and how we can effectively strengthen our brain function and keep it sharp and strong. We will consider exercises that we can use for just that purpose.

During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. Professor Paul will consider the natural center fixation bias of human vision as well as eye dominance. How can we work with the natural tendencies of your vision to improve versus working against them? Please support us when you purchase coffee from www.studentofthegun.com/blackout.

Donut of Death & Iron Sharpens Iron | SOTG 1360 Oct 02, 2026

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There is a difference between "getting ready" and "being ready." Today Paul and Louis will consider the valuable lessons learned from the Nairobi terror attack and the new book "One Man In" by Christian Craighead. How can we apply the fundamental four to our lives?

For our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. we will consider some news in the rifle optics world. After our previous conversation regarding a "Close Quarter Battle" sight / reticle, a brand new optic has been made available with a Donut Only option. Could that be the wave of the future?

Iron Sharpens Iron, just and one man sharpens another man. How can we as students and disciples of the way help and encourage others? Are there tips or tricks or is it just a hit and miss affair? Paul and Louis consider how we can encourage our fellow man not to be a victim and to get on the path to agency and self-reliance.

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Huge thanks to our Partners: EOTech | Blackout Coffee
EOTech Talk - EOTechInc.com
- TOPIC: Will Rifle Donut of Death become a Thing?
Coffee Corner - studentofthegun.com/blackout [Use Code: STUDT20]
- TOPIC: Super Lab: Application of the Scientific Method to Firearms Training https://amzn.to/3VbeQcr
SOTG Homeroom - SOTG University
- TOPIC: Be Ready, So You Don't have to Get Ready
Lessons from the Bible
- Iron Sharpens Iron www.biblegateway.com
- Two are better than One www.biblegateway.com

One Man In & Double Action Pistols | SOTG 1359 Sep 25, 2026

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During this week's show we are joined by Sonny Puzikas and Louis Caras to discuss, among other things, the new book "One Man In" by Christian Craighead. This is the detailed retelling of the 2019 terrorist attack in Nairobi, Kenya and how one man was able to make a difference.

For our TechTalk from EOTech Inc. this week we will consider some old gun tech and how new guns are being produced based on much older action designs. Is the future of handguns going back to the past?

Don't forget to support Student of the Gun by supporting www.studentofthegun.com/blackout Blackout Coffee. Order some coffee and support your favorite show.

Just as we experienced with our review of the book "13 Hours" and the lessons learned from that incident, we find ourselves with much more to discuss than we have time for one week's episode.

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Huge thanks to our Partners: EOTech | Blackout Coffee
EOTech Talk - EOTechInc.com
- TOPIC: Why are pistol makers pushing DA/SA guns again?
- Steyr steyr-arms.us
- CZ Firearms www.czfirearms.com
Coffee Corner - studentofthegun.com/blackout [Use Code: STUDT20]
- TOPIC: How, When, What Now? The Brain's Role in Gunfighting https://amzn.to/4dRrIuv
SOTG Homeroom - SOTG University
- TOPIC: One Man In - Christian Craighead Nairobi Terror Attack Lessons Learned https://amzn.to/3TlY2P4
One Man In: The Explosive Firsthand Account of the Lone Special-Ops Commando Who Fought Off a Major Terrorist Attack in Kenya (Continued) https://amzn.to/3TlY2P4

In Defense of 'Hater Tots' & the Man in the Mirror | SOTG 1358 Sep 18, 2026

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Welcome to a fun-filled, thrill-packed, soon-to-be-award-winning episode of SOTG Radio. Joining us once more live via satellite from his headquarters in east Texas is Louis Caras of LCAR Concepts. First things first, National Hug Your AK Day is fast approaching. You should order your "RUN AKM" shirt from Faktory47 today, promo code "SOTG".

For our tech talk from EOTech Inc. today we will discuss "Hater Tots", the 1 ¾ inch 12 gauge shells and how they might be more useful and practical than you think. Professor Paul breaks down the history of hater tots and the guns that will run them.

Have you picked up the brand new book from the Professor, "How, When, What Now? The Brain's Role in Gunfighting"? If not, why not? Every person who carries a gun for self-defense needs to read that book.

Are you bored with your firearms practice? Do you feel that you are no longer being challenged? Well, Paul and Louis have some serious thoughts on the matter. Perk up your ears and listen a bit louder.

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Huge thanks to our Partners: EOTech | Blackout Coffee
Heraclitus 9 + 1 T-shirt from Faktory47 www.faktory47.com
EOTech Talk - EOTechInc.com
- TOPIC: Shotgun Mini Shells: In Defense of 'Hater Tots' www.shootingnewsweekly.com
Coffee Corner - studentofthegun.com/blackout [Use Code: STUDT20]
- TOPIC: How, When, What Now? The Brain's Role in Gunfighting https://amzn.to/3T1pS3d
SOTG Homeroom - SOTG University
- TOPIC: 3 Simple Ways to Make Training Less Boring www.shootingnewsweekly.com

The Brain's Role in Gunfighting & Rifle Donuts? | SOTG 1357 Sep 11, 2026

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We're back from our brief Labor Day break. Once more we are joined by our good friend Louis Caras. "HUG Your AK Day" is coming up soon, Oct. 18th. Our friends at Faktory47 have partnered with us to offer the "RUN AKM" shirts once more. Get yours now.

During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. Paul and Louis discuss the use of the circle-only "donut" reticle in handgun sights and whether or not the same reticle configuration would be useful and practical on a rifle optic?

For our Coffee Corner from www.studentofthegun.com/blackout the Professor has yet another book for you. This one is entitled, "How, When, What Now? The Brain's Role in Gunfighting." Paul and Louis discuss the origin of the book and how it came about.

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Huge thanks to our Partners: EOTech | Blackout Coffee
Louis Caras joins us today! www.lcar-concepts.com
HUG Your AK Day is coming soon. Order your RUN AKM t-shirt www.faktory47.com
EOTech Talk - EOTechInc.com
- TOPIC: Pistol Donuts and Rifle Donuts
Coffee Corner - studentofthegun.com/blackout [Use Code: STUDT20]
- TOPIC: How, When, What Now? The Brain's Role in Gunfighting https://amzn.to/4gUiUVk
SOTG Homeroom - SOTG University
- TOPIC: How does Occam's razor apply to training?

Twin Falls: Do the Right Thing & Occam's Razor | SOTG 1356 Sep 01, 2026

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Once more we are joined by Louis Caras of LCAR-Concepts for this soon to be award winning episode of SOTG Radio. Mr. Jordan Salinas, hailed as a hero during the Twin Falls, Idaho rampage killing attack, gave a short interview to an Idaho news channel recently. We have an audio clip to share with you. The moral of the story is simple; be a good person, do the right thing and help people in need. It truly is not more complicated than that.

Paul and Louis take a moment to consider the new CUAS reticle from EOTech Inc during our Tech Talk segment. Don't forget to support SOTG when you buy Blackout coffee. www.studentofthegun.com/blackout.

What is Occam's razor? How does that philosophy and advice apply to firearms training? Additionally, how does Occam's razor jive with the principle of using the fewest moving parts and Hick's Law? Our discussion gets deep during the bonus hour of today's show.

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Huge thanks to our Partners: EOTech | Blackout Coffee
EOTech Talk - EOTechInc.com
- TOPIC: CUAS
Coffee Corner - studentofthegun.com/blackout [Use Code: STUDT20]
- TOPIC: Super Lab book, buy it and read it https://amzn.to/4ghcL6H
SOTG Homeroom - SOTG University
- TOPIC: Man who fired back at Twin Falls In-N-Out shooter recounts harrowing encounter ww.ktvb.com

Jay "Nighttmare" Gibson & CUAS Reticle | SOTG 1355 Aug 21, 2026

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Once more we have yet another special episode for you all. Before we get into our interview, EOTech has just released a new reticle for their HWS line of optics. What is it and why is it?

Please consider picking up Professor Paul's latest book, "Super Lab; Application of the Scientific Method to Firearms Training" available in all formats on Amazon.com and, while you are at it, order some coffee and support SOTG by using wwww.studentofthegun.com/blackout.

Jay "Nighttmare" Gibson joins us today to take a deep dive into the world of firearms training. Why do we do what we do? How did we get here? Listen louder.

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Huge thanks to our Partners: EOTech | Blackout Coffee
EOTech Talk - EOTechInc.com
- TOPIC: New CUAS Reticle www.theoutdoorwire.com
To train with Jay "Nighttmare" Gibson www.BulletN.net
- Interested in training? Tex "TRAINING" to (850) 292-3694
- Tap Rack Ranch: taprackridge.com

Century Arms ALR .308 Rifle & Stopping Power | SOTG 1354 Aug 14, 2026

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Professor Paul got his hands on a precision bolt-action rifle from Century called the ALR. You will be shocked and surprised to learn that he mounted an EOTech Vudu riflescope onto it. We'll give you the details during our Tech Talk segment from EOTech.

We have a Coffee Corner from www.studentofthegun.com/blackout. When you order Blackout Coffee from the link or use the promo code: STUDT20 you save money and support SOTG. The Super Lab book is the #1 New Release. What are readers saying about it?

When it comes to handguns, what does stopping power really mean? Our good friend Bill Frady from Lock N Load Radio is with us again. He and Paul will consider stopping power and the search for magic bullets.

Louis Cara joins us once again for a detailed discussion of a recent deadly force incident at a gas station in Riverton, Utah. What is your responsibility as an armed citizen? Also, we have more information from the rampage killing incident in Twin Falls, Idaho. Are you walking around with a half-loaded gun?

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Huge thanks to our Partners: EOTech | Blackout Coffee
[0:02:05] EOTech Talk - EOTechInc.com
- TOPIC: Century Arms ATA ALR .308 and Vudu 3.5x18
[0:11:45] Coffee Corner - studentofthegun.com/blackout [Use Code: STUDT20]
- TOPIC: Super Lab: Application of the Scientific Method to Firearms Training https://amzn.to/4i1LTZz
[0:21:07] SOTG Homeroom - SOTG University
- TOPIC: Bill Frady & Paul talk Stopping Power and Magic Bullet podcasts.apple.com

In-N-Out Lessons & Gun-Fiddling Nearly Costs Life | SOTG 1353 Aug 07, 2026

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Today Professor Paul will be joined by his friends Bill Frady from Lock-N-Load Radio and Louis Caras of LCAR Concepts.

A 21 year old man almost lost his life due to needless gun fiddling performed in his car while his girlfriend videoed him. Fortunately for him, a trained first responder saved his life with a tourniquet. Paul and Bill discuss this at length as there are many lessons to be learned.

Once more, evil has appeared amongst us, not late at night in a bad neighborhood, but in the middle of the day in a shopping center. The rampage killing attack at the In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho is yet another example or reason why we train and carry.

Louis joins Paul and they will examine that situation at length and consider the many lessons that we can learn.

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Huge thanks to our Partners: EOTech | Blackout Coffee
Professor Paul joined Bill Frady on Lock N' Load Radio
Louis Caras joins the show to discuss the In-N-Out Rampage Killing apnews.com

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