There are lots of newfangled calibers on the market, but what about those "oldies but goodies" — the standard cartridges that have been around since metallic cartridges were invented and are still being used today? Roy Huntington joins host Brent T. Wheat to talk about why you might want to try out one of these "obsolete" and "old-fashioned" loadings. EPISODE SPONSOR The GUNS Magazine Podcast is presented by Rock Island Armory and Armscor. The STK series blends the advantages of a striker-fired pistol with everything you love about your 1911. The STK100 Ultra has an updated frame, with more aggressive side grip panels and checkered front and back straps. But they didn’t stop there. You’ll see that the optic footprint is now larger – which means even more options for your favorite red dot. The new STK from Rock Island Armory. Experience the power and precision of the rock today. https://www.armscor.com/stk-series
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#290- Guns to Kill Artificial Intelligence
2025 is the year Artificial Intelligence is becoming mainstream. It's already affecting our daily lives and even shooting sports. Unfortunately, recent research shows that the old science fiction trope of computers turning on their masters is a real possibility. American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale and AmericanCOP.com Editor Erick Gelhaus join host Brent T. Wheat to chat about the implications. Related Link • https://www.anthropic.com/research/agentic-misalignment EPISODE SPONSOR The GUNS Magazine Podcast is presented by Rock Island Armory and Armscor. The STK series blends the advantages of a striker-fired pistol with everything you love about your 1911. The STK100 Ultra has an updated frame, with more aggressive side grip panels and checkered front and back straps. But they didn’t stop there. You’ll see that the optic footprint is now larger – which means even more options for your favorite red dot. The new STK from Rock Island Armory. Experience the power and precision of the rock today. https://www.armscor.com/stk-series
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#289- What's It Like to Shoot Someone (Reboot!)
For those who have ever wondered if they could really shoot someone in self-defense or questioned how they’d handle it psychologically, Brent T. Wheat revisits his favorite episode of the GUNS Magazine Podcast. Capt. Tyson Warmoth candidly shares his experiences and what it’s like to live with the aftermath. EPISODE SPONSOR The GUNS Magazine Podcast is presented by Rock Island Armory and Armscor. The STK series blends the advantages of a striker-fired pistol with everything you love about your 1911. The STK100 Ultra has an updated frame, with more aggressive side grip panels and checkered front and back straps. But they didn’t stop there. You’ll see that the optic footprint is now larger – which means even more options for your favorite red dot. The new STK from Rock Island Armory. Experience the power and precision of the rock today. https://www.armscor.com/stk-series
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#288- Survival Rifles: Toys or Tactical?
They're intriguing, but are they practical? Survival rifles, such as the Armalite M7, are interesting special-purpose guns, but do they have a place in today's shooting world? Roy Huntington joins host Brent T. Wheat to discuss this unique niche in firearms. EPISODE SPONSOR The GUNS Magazine Podcast is presented by Rock Island Armory and Armscor. The STK series blends the advantages of a striker-fired pistol with everything you love about your 1911. The STK100 Ultra has an updated frame, with more aggressive side grip panels and checkered front and back straps. But they didn’t stop there. You’ll see that the optic footprint is now larger – which means even more options for your favorite red dot. The new STK from Rock Island Armory. Experience the power and precision of the rock today. https://www.armscor.com/stk-series
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#287- The Three-Gun Battery: Yesterday and Today
The "three-gun battery" was a staple topic of yesteryear, long before 3-Gun competitions came along. Roy Huntington joins host Brent T. Wheat to discuss the typical three-gun battery of decades ago and offer choices for today. EPISODE SPONSOR The GUNS Magazine Podcast is presented by Rock Island Armory and Armscor. The STK series blends the advantages of a striker-fired pistol with everything you love about your 1911. The STK100 Ultra has an updated frame, with more aggressive side grip panels and checkered front and back straps. But they didn’t stop there. You’ll see that the optic footprint is now larger – which means even more options for your favorite red dot. The new STK from Rock Island Armory. Experience the power and precision of the rock today. https://www.armscor.com/stk-series
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