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WWDLD? (What Would Dave Landis Do?)

Matt asked me to start a series of short articles on leadership, and specifically leadership in the law enforcement world. Frankly, some of the issues are unique to the field, but mostly quality leadership is quality leadership. My first SGT after getting off of FTO (Field Training) status as a young rookie copper was Dave… read more »

Knowing your lane – introducing Caleb Giddings

I’m Caleb Giddings, I’ve been in the firearms industry for over a decade now. I’ve held almost every job you can imagine in the gun industry; paid professional shooter, writer, gun store owner, online provacatuer, magazine publisher, marketing guru, advertising salesman, and even failed reality TV show contestant. I’m also an NCO in the USAFR… read more »

Greetings from Primary & Secondary.

This is the first of what equates to a regular column here from me. I will be putting up articles every couple week on a variety of subjects but focusing on running a gun. I will do my best not to get too much into equipment as there are a thousand other people who can… read more »

‘Violence of Mind’ at the Macro Scale

I’ve been reading Varg Freeborn’s excellent Book ‘Violence of Mind’ recently. And have enjoyed this thought-provoking text. The author does not pull punches, he tells it like it is. And in so doing, he has created a book illustrating how to notice, avoid, and prepare for situations involving extreme violence. One of the prime tennants… read more »

P&S 164 – Finding the Right Info Sources

Primary & Secondary PodCast The panel discusses sources of information and how to navigate them. Host: Matt Landfair Panel: Lee Gullett Chuck Haggard Jon Hauptman Mike Hueser Jack Lewis   Episode sponsor: Faxon Firearms – http://faxonfirearms.com/ Phlster Holsters – https://www.phlsterholsters.com/

P&S 163 – Cognitive Load

Primary & Secondary PodCast How does the increase in information systems we have in this modern world affect our decision-making process? The panel discusses streamlining cognitive ability. Host: Matt Landfair Panel: John Brady Varg Freeborn Ash Hess Michael Hueser Raymond Miller Joseph Plandowski Chuck Pressburg Scott Wolf Episode sponsor: Faxon Firearms – http://faxonfirearms.com/ Phlster Holsters… read more »

P&S ModCast 162- Open Mic August 2018

Primary & Secondary PodCast Open mic night! We discussed armor, influences, being a good student, finding a Jiu Jitsu gym, food, and philosophy. Host: Matt Landfair Panel: Jordan Bowles Steve Fisher Alex Hartmann Mike Hueser Scott Jedlinksi Ray Miller Nate Osborne Dave Simerly Pat Tarrant Episode sponsor: Faxon Firearms – http://faxonfirearms.com/

P&S 161 – Tales From The Gun Counter

Primary & Secondary PodCast Despite the rumors, there are actually some good guy gun store people. We discuss the behind the scenes aspects of the gun store. Host: Matt Landfair Panel: Neil Batelli – Gun Gallery Terry David Russell Allen – FMJ Armory Ash Hess – Knight’s Armament Nate Osborne David Simerly – DNA Guns… read more »

P&S 160 – Developing Shooters

Primary & Secondary PodCast The panel discusses developing good practices as a shooter. Host: Matt Landfair Panel: Phil Axelrod Steve Fisher Mike Green Ash Hess Mike Lewis Chuck Pressburg Episode sponsor: Faxon Firearms – http://faxonfirearms.com/

P&S Year 1: SITREP 2: Law Enforcement Mindset (Audio)

Primary & Secondary SITREP Originally broadcast Feb 18, 2016. Discussion about Law Enforcement issues and mindset. (Yes, Bill’s audio is horrible). When I was trying to figure out our format, early on we tried a structure that is much closer to what we do now – SITREP. Focused discussions versus the then scattered random discussions without… read more »

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