The GUNS Magazine Podcast

The GUNS Magazine Podcast

One of America's favorite gun podcasts talks to the interesting folks who make up the world of shooting, hunting, Law Enforcement and the firearms industry.

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July 10, 2025 38 mins


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. 

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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. 

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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The .32 H&R Magnum has a small but devoted following; it offers .38+P power in a smaller package, but lots of folks don't even consider it as a concealed carry option. Roy Huntington joins host Brent T. Wheat to discuss why it's a good choice for self-defense carry. 

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May 30, 2025 36 mins

Did you know silencers are legal in most of the U.S., and they're easier to buy than ever before? American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale joins us to discuss how you can get one and reasons why every shooter should consider a "snuffer." 

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May 23, 2025 39 mins

Is "accidental discharge" or "negligent discharge" a more accurate term? American COP Editor Erick Gelhaus joins a discussion of why unintended shots happen and who is to blame. 

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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 s...

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Roy Huntington joins host Brent T. Wheat to take on a viewer question: Why are there so many new cartridges on the market, and do we really need them? 

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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 checker...

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May 9, 2025 31 mins

It's the biggest misconception on YouTube: No, we don't hate the AR! In this episode, Roy Huntington joins host Brent T. Wheat to address our complicated feelings about the AR platform. 

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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 aggr...

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Today is a bit off track, but entirely on point! Roy Huntington joins us to talk about dogs and the shooters who love them!

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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. Bu...

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April 25, 2025 31 mins

Internet commandos say the .38 Special has outlived its usefulness and should be consigned to the ash heap of history. Host Brent T. Wheat and Roy Huntington disagree, and they explain why!

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April 18, 2025 44 mins

Host Brent T. Wheat is joined by Roy Huntington for a no-holds-barred discussion on one of the industry's most pressing issues: the slow decline of great gun companies. From hiring outsiders who don’t “get” gun culture, to losing institutional knowledge through generational transitions, and the devastating influence of venture capital — they break down the three biggest threats to the firearms industry.

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April 11, 2025 38 mins

New shooters, especially those on the progressive end of the political spectrum, tend to worry about things that might not be a real threat and ignore the actual dangers in life! American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale joins host Brent T. Wheat to discuss a recent New York Times article about "America's new gun owners." 

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Meet Some of America's Newst Gun Owners via New York Times 

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April 4, 2025 45 mins

People buy revolvers and immediately want to start customizing them, but is it even necessary? Roy Huntington talks about what you need — and don't need — on your carry sixgun. 

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March 28, 2025 39 mins
It seems like today's shooters who came of age in the past 20 years are significantly different in their outlook toward firearms than their predecessors. Is this true or just another "boomer" myth? Host Brent T. Wheat is joined by Roy Huntington to examine how things are different — and still the same — when it comes to today's firearm enthusiasts.

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March 21, 2025 40 mins

Younger shooters who enjoy revolvers often ask: what was revolver training like for cops "back in the day?" Darryl Bolke of American Fighting Revolver joins us to talk about the police academy days of "load six and holster!" 

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RevolverFest | Oct. 11-13, 2025, https://revolverfest.com

Pat Rogers Memorial Revolver Round-Up | Nov. 22-24, 2025, https://www.gunsite.com/classes/pat-rogers-memorial-revolver-round-up/

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March 13, 2025 35 mins

The legendary John Taffin passed away earlier this week. A longtime writer for GUNS Magazine and American Handgunner, he was considered one of the most knowledgeable experts about revolvers who has ever lived. Roy Huntington joins Brent T. Wheat to celebrate the life and times of the “singular sixgunner” with insider stories and memories of Mr. Taffin.

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Is Roy Huntington selling his guns?!? Well, maybe just a couple! In this episode, Roy talks about reasons to sell your guns and how to plan for the day when you — or your family — need to get rid of them. 

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You can carry a single-action pistol for self-defense, but should you? Roy Huntington joins host Brent T. Wheat to analyze this contentious topic.

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