Episodes
Nov. 29, 2025
Smart Holiday Security: From Shopping Trips To Safe Homes And Travel Plans
Send us a text Holiday cheer shouldn’t come with preventable risks. We’re sharing the field-tested tactics we use with clients and students to stay safe while shopping, traveling, hosting, and running businesses during the busiest—and most tempting—time of the year for thieves and scammers. From th…
Nov. 1, 2025
From Domestic Violence To Self-Defense: Kas McGuire’s Journey And New Book
Send us a text A slow-burn relationship that turned into total control. Years of gaslighting, tracking, and violence. And then a plan strong enough to carry a mother and child into the night and toward safety. That’s the spine of our conversation with survivor, martial arts and firearms instructor,…
Oct. 25, 2025
Equip Responsibility: Thoughtful Gifts For Everyday Carriers
Send us a text The holiday rush doesn’t have to mean guesswork. We break down a clear, practical gift guide for the armed citizen in your life—focusing on gear that fits, skills that last, and storage that keeps everyone safe. From holsters to safes, we share how to choose confidently without falli…
Oct. 25, 2025
Fit To Carry with Aaron Cobb
Send us a text Most people plan their defense around a holster and a hope. We build it around breath, movement, and the split-second choices that actually decide outcomes. With defense instructor and security professional Aaron Cobb, we walk through a practical framework for making your body a tact…
Oct. 25, 2025
Season Wrap: Plans, Guests, Next Steps
Send us a text Ready for a clear roadmap of where Armed Guardian is heading next? We close the season by sharing what we learned, what resonated, and how we’re leveling up the show with a tighter cadence, sharper topics, and guests who’ve lived the stakes. It’s a grounded plan for anyone serious ab…
Oct. 25, 2025
Smart Carry: Choosing Belts And Holsters That Fit Your Life
Send us a text The most important piece of concealed carry gear might not be your holster at all—it’s your belt. We walk through the full carry system, starting with a sturdy EDC belt that resists sag and rollover, then compare leather, kydex, and hybrid holsters so you can balance comfort, retenti…
Oct. 25, 2025
How Hold My Guns,A Nonprofit, Helps Gun Owners Choose Safety Without Losing Their Rights
Send us a text A lot of responsible gun owners face the same quiet question: what do you do when life gets messy and access becomes a risk? Moving across states, checking into a hospital, hosting grandkids, navigating a foster placement, or just riding out a hard season can make temporary storage t…
Oct. 25, 2025
Holiday Travel Safety Essentials
Send us a text Crowded parking lots, long drives, and packed restaurants can turn small lapses into big problems. We break down a calm, practical approach to holiday safety that starts with the law, carries through your errands, and ends with a smart return home. No fearmongering—just clear steps t…
Oct. 25, 2025
Carrying Wheel Guns In A Semi-Auto World
Send us a text Capacity steals the spotlight, but at real defensive distances it’s access, control, and hits that decide outcomes. We sat down with trainer and gunsmith Brian Eastridge to unpack why a well-set-up revolver can still be the smartest choice for concealed carry and home defense. From p…
Oct. 25, 2025
Learn How To Choose, Carry, And Practice With Gear You’ll Depend On
Send us a text If your gear only works on paper, it won’t work when it counts. We break down a practical everyday carry you’ll actually keep on you, then scale it into vehicle and home readiness so you’re steady when life turns sideways. We start with the hard choices: the firearm you’ll truly carr…
Oct. 25, 2025
Bridging Guns And Mental Health with Walk The Talk America
Send us a text What if the most effective mental health leadership in America came from the firearms community itself? We sit down with Michael Sodini, a third‑generation industry insider and founder of Walk The Talk America (WTTA), to unpack how gun owners, trainers, and manufacturers are driving …
Oct. 4, 2025
We’re back—and we’re putting practical training, changing laws, and real-world readiness at the center of The Armed Guardian Podcast relaunch
Send us a text The mics are on again, and we’re coming back sharper: real training, clear laws, and honest talk about what responsible carry actually takes. Brian brings law enforcement and military experience from years of firearms and first aid instruction, while Crystal from I Got Her Six focuse…
Oct. 20, 2024
Empowering Young Marksmen: Rob Beckman and Becky Wetzel on Youth Shooting Programs, Safety, and Opportunities
Send us a text Curious about how youth shooting programs are shaping today’s young marksmen? Join us with special guests Rob Beckman, a passionate Boy Scouts advocate, and Becky Wetzel, a 4-H representative and former 4-H pis...
Sept. 23, 2024
Michael Seeklander on Elevating Firearms Training and Community Engagement Through the LiveFire App
Send us a text Can a single app revolutionize firearms training and community building? Tune in as we chat with Mike Seeklander, a seasoned firearms instructor with a rich background in the Marine Corps and law enforcement. O...
Aug. 26, 2024
Optimizing Lever Action Rifles for Modern Defense: Bryan Eastridge on Practical Upgrades, Pistol Caliber Carbines, and Home Defense Strategies
Send us a Text Message. Lever action rifles are making a comeback, but are they practical for modern self-defense? Join us as we welcome back Bryan Eastridge to unpack this intriguing trend. Discover how historical lever guns...
Aug. 19, 2024
Enhancing Personal Safety: Matt Mallory on Creative Self-Defense Solutions and Navigating the Use of Force Continuum
Send us a Text Message. Discover the incredible versatility of everyday objects for personal protection with Matt Mallory from PS&Ed. How can a modified magic marker become a tool for self-defense? Matt shares his extensive b...
Aug. 5, 2024
Enhancing Church Security: Steve Moses on Defensive Training, Team Formation, and Emergency Preparedness Strategies
Send us a Text Message. Discover the essential strategies for church security with our expert guest, Steve Moses from Palisade Training Group in Texas. Steve brings his extensive expertise in defensive firearms training, mart...
July 22, 2024
Empowering Mothers and Advocating for Gun Rights: Rebecca Schmoe's Journey and the Growth of One Million Moms Against Gun Control
Send us a Text Message. Rebecca Schmoe from One Million Moms Against Gun Control opens up about her transformative journey from a concerned mother to a key advocate for Second Amendment rights. Hear Rebecca's compelling story...
July 15, 2024
Robyn Sandoval's Mission to Educate and Empower Women in Firearms with A Girl & A Gun Women's Shooting League
Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered what could transform a staunch anti-gun advocate into a passionate supporter of firearm education? Join us as we sit down with Robyn Sandoval, President and CEO of A Girl and A G...
July 8, 2024
Building a Community of Preparedness: The Vision of Trampas Swanson and Armed Lifestyle Magazine
Send us a Text Message. Unlock the secrets to mastering self-defense from an expert who has lived it. Join us as we sit down with Trampas Swanson, the visionary behind Armed Lifestyle Magazine and founder of Swanson Training ...
July 1, 2024
Challenging Legislation and Empowering Advocates: Alicia Garcia on Upholding Second Amendment Rights and Grassroots Activism
Send us a Text Message. How can one person challenge state legislation and make a difference in the fight for Second Amendment rights? Meet Alicia Garcia, a dedicated advocate and civil rights activist from Colorado, who shar...
June 24, 2024
Comprehensive Firearms Training: Amy Lucas on Skill Development, Instructor Selection, and Enhanced Safety Awareness
Send us a Text Message. Enhance your firearms training journey with expert advice from Amy Lucas, a seasoned USCCA instructor from Michigan. Discover the importance of continuous education in firearms, from safety protocols a...
June 17, 2024
Summer Travel Security: From Home Safety to On-the-Road Preparedness
Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered if you're truly prepared for your summer vacation? On this episode, Crystal and I uncover the critical steps to keep your home and yourself secure during your travels. From the s...
June 10, 2024
Empowering Women and Children in Firearms Safety: Beth Alcazar on Tailored Training and Education Programs
Send us a Text Message. What motivates women to step into the world of firearms? Join us on The Armed Guardian Podcast as we uncover the inspiring evolution of the USCCA Women and Children's Program with our distinguished gue...