Episode 84. Pew Jitsu: Practical Firearms Training with Gabe New - The Forge of Freedom

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Episode 84. Pew Jitsu: Practical Firearms Training with Gabe New

Summary

In this episode, host Alex Ooley interviews Gabe New, a respected authority in the firearms industry and the creator of the Pew Jitsu YouTube channel. The conversation covers a range of topics, including the importance of finding good instructors, the role of stress inoculation in training, and the impact of Jiu Jitsu on mindset and self-defense. Gabe shares his journey in the firearms world and discusses the motivation behind his YouTube channel. The episode emphasizes the practical approach to training and the importance of being good enough rather than striving for mastery in every aspect of self-defense. The conversation with Gabe New from Pew Jitsu revolves around building a community and attracting subscribers to his YouTube channel and Facebook page.

Takeaways

• Finding good instructors is crucial for effective firearms training.

• Stress inoculation is important in training to prepare for real-life encounters.

• Jiu Jitsu can have a significant impact on mindset and self-defense.

• Being aware of one's surroundings and avoiding potential threats is key to personal safety.

• Being good enough in various aspects of self-defense is more practical than striving for mastery in every area. Building a community is important for content creators to foster engagement and create a sense of belonging.

• Sharing content from respected instructors and positive reviews can help attract subscribers.

• Having a large channel can elevate the community as a whole and bring more visibility to other content.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties

01:09 Introduction of Guest and Discussion of his Background

03:16 Description of the Guest's Life and Introduction to Firearms Training

06:09 Influential Instructors in the Guest's Development

07:54 Finding Good Instructors and the Importance of Continuous Training

10:34 The Importance of Stress Inoculation in Training

12:25 The Guest's Early Training Experiences and Realizations

13:46 The Effect of Training on Confidence and Awareness

16:53 The Role of Jiu Jitsu in the Guest's Training and Channel

19:45 Motivation for Starting the YouTube Channel

21:18 Accountability and Training with Palisade Training Group

22:57 Content and Purpose of the YouTube Channel

26:09 The Guest's Martial Arts Background and the Name Pugitsu

31:18 The Impact of Jiu Jitsu on Mindset and Self-Defense

34:46 The Importance of Awareness and Avoidance

41:53 The Guest's Practical Approach to Training

46:55 The 80-20 Rule and Being Good Enough

49:31 Closing Remarks and Future Plans for the Channel

50:28 Building a Community and Attracting Subscribers

Resources:

Pew Jitsu - YouTube 

https://www.youtube.com/@PewJitsu/videos

Pew Jitsu - Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/pewjitsu

Palisade Training Group, LLC

http://www.ptgtrainingllc.com/

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https://www.concealedcarry.com/podcast/s9e13-exploring-good-enough-with-special-guest-gabe-new/

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