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P&S ModCast 467: Small Batch Reloading
Matt Landfair, Nate Osborne, Jon of Wheel Gun Weekly, and Bryan of American Fighting Revolver discuss small-batch handloading, cast bullets, revolvers, equipment, and load development.
Read articleThe Biomechanical Reality of Incapacitation
An evidence-based overview of terminal ballistics, anatomical barriers, shot placement, penetration, and physiological incapacitation.
Read articleRapid Physiological Incapacitation and Torso Shot Priority
Rapid physiological incapacitation depends on interrupting blood flow. Why the heart area and great vessels matter in torso targeting.
Read articleThe Fragile Ecosystem of Good Information on Social Media
Social-media popularity does not establish expertise. Credible information survives when readers verify claims, examine sources, and reward responsible work.
Read articleP&S ModCast 86: Social Media — The Downfall of Humanity
Social media gives everyone a platform—but not necessarily credibility. The panel discusses critical thinking, instructor qualifications, online tribalism, negative engagement, and separating useful information from confident nonsense.
Read articleImproving Outcomes Through Preparedness and Training
Preparation cannot guarantee a defensive outcome, but training, practiced skills, sound judgment, and proven equipment can improve your available options.
Read articleP&S ModCast 464 — Tactical Anatomy Summit
Dr. Andy Anderson, Chuck Haggard, Shane Kerwin, and Matt Landfair discuss the Tactical Anatomy Summit, three-dimensional anatomy, defensive marksmanship, trauma medicine, and the realities of stopping violent threats.
Read articleP&S ModCast 463 — Mentally Building Survival Skills
P&S ModCast 463 brings Craig Caudill, Shane Kerwin, and Matt Landfair together for a discussion about outdoor appreciation and building outdoor survival skills. Rather than treating survival as…
Read articleP&S ModCast 462 — The 2011
P&S ModCast 462 examines the modern 2011 platform—how it has improved, how to keep it running, and how shooters can use it more effectively. Joe Chambers, Chris Palmer,…
Read articleP&S ModCast 461 — Open Enrollment ModCast
P&S ModCast 461 brings Chris Bean, Ben DeWalt, Caleb Giddings, Dave Simerly, and Matt Landfair together for an open-enrollment discussion from an instructor’s perspective. The episode shares experiences,…
Read articleP&S ModCast 460 — Understanding Misconceptions in Law Enforcement
Doug Deaton, John Hearne, and Matt Landfair discuss common practices and misdirected efforts in law enforcement, with a focus on training, judgment, policy, and professional improvement.
Read articleP&S ModCast 459 — Deciphering Armor Standards
Matt Landfair explains body-armor standards, including NIJ 0101.06 and 0101.07, armor ratings, testing, and practical factors in selection.
Read articleP&S ModCast 458 — Facts vs. Emotional Appeal
Dave Agata, Doug Deaton, and Matt Landfair discuss facts, emotional appeal, media framing, public narratives, source evaluation, and contextual evidence.
Read articleP&S ModCast 457 — Gun Nerds 21: Horrors From the Workbench
Chad Albrecht, Jon Canipe, and Matt Landfair discuss armorer and gunsmith problems, ammunition issues, maintenance, diagnostics, and the surprises that appear at the workbench.
Read articleP&S ModCast 456 — Women’s Insights for Teaching Women
Dakota Adelphia, Tammy Bartels, Jamie Green, Edwina Parker, and Matt Landfair discuss considerations for teaching women who are new to shooting.
Read articleP&S ModCast 455 – Entertainment Redefining Values
P&S ModCast 455 — Entertainment Redefining Values Entertainment does more than fill time: it can shape assumptions, normalize ideas, and influence the language people use to discuss values.…
Read articleP&S ModCast 454 – You Have Only Two Hours
P&S ModCast 454 — You Have Only Two Hours Training time is finite, and the best curriculum decisions start by identifying what matters most. In this ModCast, Chris…
Read articleP&S ModCast 453 — A Meaningful Training Foundation
Sofia Espina discusses her journey from new gun owner to sustained, purposeful firearms training and a meaningful long-term foundation.
Read articleP&S ModCast 452 – Tales of Old(er) and Lessons Learned
P&S ModCast 452 — Tales of Old(er) and Lessons Learned Experience is useful only when its lessons are carried forward. In this ModCast, Matt Landfair and Kurt Weber…
Read articleP&S ModCast 451 — Common Core Firearms Training
A discussion of institutional firearms standards, common-core training, qualification, and the development of meaningful baseline competence.
Read articleExpertise Explains; Insecurity Repeats Phrases
How many genuinely knowledgeable people rely on catchphrases? Most explain concepts instead. That is precisely what makes them valuable sources of information. Is there a time for a…
Read articleP&S ModCast 449 — Priority of Life & Emotional Intelligence
P&S ModCast 449 examines priority of life and emotional intelligence across several use-of-force applications. Chris Cypert, Doug Deaton, Erick Gelhaus, Michael V., Claude Werner, and Matt Landfair discuss…
Read articleP&S ModCast 448 — Foundational Concepts in Reloading
P&S ModCast 448 brings a six-person panel together for a wide-ranging discussion of foundational concepts in reloading. The conversation centers on the mindset, systems, and quality-control habits behind…
Read articleInformal Leadership
One of my favorite topics is leadership, more specifically, informal leadership. It can be a powerful means of strengthening an organization, and it might be more common than…
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