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Qualified Immunity Explained: Law, Limits, and Misconceptions
Qualified immunity is a civil-damages doctrine for individual government officials. Learn its limits, the clearly established law test, and common misconceptions in police use-of-force cases.
Read articleP&S ModCast 446 – Staying on Message
P&S ModCast 446 — Staying on Message Clear communication matters when firearms, training, public policy, and online conversation overlap. In this ModCast, Matt Landfair and a diverse panel…
Read articleP&S ModCast 445 — Thunderstick Summit AAR 2025
P&S ModCast 445 is an after-action discussion of the 2025 Thunderstick Summit, a shotgun-focused training event. Darryl Bolke, Steve Fisher, Cody Stewart, Boone Walker, and Matt Landfair discuss…
Read articleP&S ModCast 444 — The AR15 in 2025
P&S ModCast 444 surveys the AR-15 platform in 2025: prior trends, current configurations, and where the platform may be headed. Brass Facts, Ash Hess, Hop, and Matt Landfair…
Read articleP&S ModCast 443 – CoolFire Trainer
P&S ModCast 443 — CoolFire Trainer Training tools can make repetition more accessible, but useful practice still depends on a clear purpose and honest feedback. In this ModCast,…
Read articleP&S ModCast 442 — The Allure of Single Action Revolvers
P&S ModCast 442 examines the enduring appeal of single-action revolvers with a panel of experienced enthusiasts and practitioners. The conversation ranges across history, handling, cartridge versatility, configuration, and…
Read articleModCast 441: ACE VR Firearms Training
ModCast 441 examines ACE VR firearms training, including repetition, performance data, deliberate practice, simulation limitations, and transferring virtual improvement to live fire.
Read articleP&S ModCast 440 — On/Off Duty Critical Response
ModCast 440 examines on- and off-duty critical response, including awareness, priorities, judgment, communication, legal responsibilities, coordination, and post-incident considerations.
Read articleP&S ModCast 439 — Wristbreaker Handcannons
ModCast 439 explores big-bore magnum revolvers, cartridge and platform choices, recoil management, historical context, recreational and field use, and practical limitations.
Read articleP&S ModCast 438 — YouTube Ballistics: Misinformation or Ads
P&S ModCast 438 examines ballistic misinformation and advertising presented as education on YouTube and similar platforms. Mark Fricke, Chuck Haggard, Steve Shields, and Matt Landfair discuss how viewers…
Read articleP&S ModCast 436 — Ammo Selection and Zeroing
Mike Canfield, Jon Canipe, Bryan Eastridge, Steve Fisher, Steve Shields, and Matt Landfair discuss ammunition selection and zeroing.
Read articleThe Nuance of Defensive Firearms
When we discuss the nuance of defensive firearms for the individual we can get into the weeds and 8 dimensions of considerations to weigh. Conversely, it is even…
Read articleRecognizing A Multi-faceted Approach
Effective self-defense is a continuing, multi-faceted process built on judgment, relevant training, usable skills, and appropriate equipment—not a firearm or mindset alone.
Read articleP&S ModCast 424 — Author Larry Correia
P&S ModCast 424 features author Larry Correia in a long-form conversation about writing, creative process, and firearms. Larry is best known for the Monster Hunter International series; he…
Read articleP&S ModCast 405 — SPR Refinement Q&A
Alex Hartmann, Sean Murphy, and Matt Landfair refine Special Purpose Rifle concepts and answer live audience questions about configuration, training, and practical employment.
Read articleP&S ModCast 404 — Defense Against Wild Animals
P&S ModCast 404: Matt Landfair, Darryl Bolke, Steve Fisher, and Fred Lucas discuss practical considerations for defense against wild animals.
Read articleP&S ModCast 402 — Dugan & Eric Discuss Explosives
Dugan Ashley, Eric Zurface, and Matt Landfair discuss foundational explosives concepts, terminology, safety, professional competence, risk, and legal considerations.
Read articleP&S ModCast 399 — Dispelling Gun Myths: Women’s Edition
An experienced panel examines misconceptions about women, firearms, training, concealed carry, and personal defense.
Read articleP&S ModCast 398 — Informal Leadership
Doug Deaton, Chuck Haggard, and Matt Landfair discuss informal leadership, professional influence, credibility, and leading without formal authority.
Read articleThe Mobile Office
Rolling offices take different shapes and sizes. This Ford F150 is definitely a larger one than others I have had in the past. Seatbelt access is simple. The…
Read articleP&S ModCast 397 — Explosive Breaching
Forest Hickman, Chris Palmer, Eric Zurface, and Matt Landfair discuss professional explosive-breaching roles, training, planning, and risk management.
Read articleDon’t Copy the Technique—Understand the Why
A technique, piece of gear, or recommendation only makes sense in context. Learn why understanding the “why” matters more than copying what influential people do.
Read articleP&S ModCast 395 — Field Training
Matt Landfair, Jake, Brad Trittipo, and Warren Wilson discuss police field-training programs, coaching, evaluation, and organizational responsibility.
Read articleThe Exception Is Not the Rule
Exceptional performers and isolated examples can mislead when copied without context. Understand the purpose, requirements, and tradeoffs before adopting a technique or equipment choice.
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