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TFB Behind the Gun Podcast
The Behind The Gun podcast from The Firearm Blog is a recurring series of conversations with influential individuals within the firearms community. TFB Editor In Chief Pete Interviews industry leaders about their successes, failures and glimpses into the future of firearms and equipment development. The Behind The Gun podcast series is politically non-partisan and is a free-flow of information regarding a wide range of topics including self defense, sport shooting, firearms technology and more…
Episodes
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #241: FAST Idaho After Action w/ SinistralRifleman
Russell Phagan, founder and match director of Firearms Action Shooting Trials (FAST), returns to the show following FAST Idaho, held October 9-11 at the Parma…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #240: Inside PSA with Cameron Tapler
Cameron Tapler, Director of Branding and Product Management at Palmetto State Armory, joins TFB Behind the Gun for a look inside one of the busiest companies…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #239: Gemtech to Gutting the NFA w/ Owen Miller
In this episode of TFB Behind the Gun, Owen Miller, Vice President of the American Suppressor Association, joins the show to break down the August 2026 ruling…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #238: Jacob & Mike of Tenet Suppressors
Jacob Albaugh and Mike Herne of TENET join Luke to talk about building hunting suppressors that cut recoil without the weight and length penalty of a…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #237: Tom Willingham of Range USA
Tom Willingham, founder and CEO of Range USA, joins TFB's Behind the Gun to talk about how a career in commercial real estate turned into building the largest…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #236: Dan Wolgin of Ammunition Depot
Dan Wolgin of Ammunition Depot returns to TFB's Behind the Gun to talk about AmmoVault, the company's new reserve-and-storage service that lets shooters buy…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #235: Slovakian Gunleather w/ Martin of FALCO
Martin from FALCO Holsters joins TFB's Behind the Gun to talk about the company's 1989 founding in a small Slovakian garage, where it got its start making…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #234: Sports Commentary Meets Shooting w/ Mocka
Aryan, known online as Mocka or @mockashoots, joins me on this week's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun for a conversation about competitive shooting, content…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #233: Keeping Britain's Guns Alive in America
In this episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, I'm happy to welcome Evan Murdoch, founder of Murdoch & Co, the first company producing a fully stamped…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #232: FAST Auto Rifle Division ft. Russell Phagan
On today's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, Russell Phagan — founder of FAST and a longtime fixture of the Brutality match series — joins us again to…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #231: Derrick Ratliff of Horizon Firearms
On today's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, we sit down with Derrick Ratliff, founder of Horizon Firearms and VP of Kaspar Outdoors — the same…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #230: Ian & Will of Stuff & Things Inc. (STIncUSA)
On today's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, we sit down with Ian and Will of Stuff & Things Inc. (STIncUSA) — familiar faces from TFBTV's GunCon…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #229: Going Supersonic w/ Johnny of Wild Arms R&D
On today's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, we welcome back Jonathan Wild, founder of Wild Arms Research and Development, to talk about his newest…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #228: Harrison w/ Double Tap Coalition
On today's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, I'm happy to welcome back Harrison Benson, founder of Double Tap Coalition, a USCCA-certified firearms…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #227: Earle Pope w/ Chestnut Mountain Manufacturing
On today's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, I'm happy to welcome Earle Pope, founder and owner of Chestnut Mountain Manufacturing, a new company out of…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #226: Jeremy & Drew of One Horse
In this episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, I'm happy to welcome Jeremy Hammons and Drew Markel, the founder and co-owner of One Horse Firearms, a 100%…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #225: Safariland IncogXS w/ Dave Higginbotham
This week, Dave and I dig into how the Safariland and Haley Strategic partnership actually works behind the scenes, and he shares some stories from a recent…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #224: Scott Ergas of Petersen's Hunting
Scott Ergas of Petersen's Hunting joins the show this week to recap the NRL Hunter Leupold Relentless Rifleman match in Madras, Oregon, break down North…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #223: Learning NRL Hunter w/ Founder Travis Ishida
Born from a drive to build upon the success and fun of the original NRL Series, the NRL Hunter is a national series focused on real hunting skills, time…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #222: From Balkans to Babylon w/ TFB's Vladimir O.
Vladimir Onokoy returns to Behind the Gun to discuss his new book From Balkans to Babylon: Zastava AKs of Yugoslavia, Serbia, and Iraq — and more importantly…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #221: The Fellowship of the Kalash
Emmanuel Barron of American Steppe, Kyle (@molasses_marmot), and Kalen of Rotating Bolt Industries (Colorado FFL and boutique AK builder) sit down for an…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #220: FM-9D Belt-Fed w/ Adam | Freedom Ordnance
Adam from Freedom Ordnance joins us this week to discuss the company's background and the rise of their FM-9D. The FM-9D, a recent addition to the Freedom…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #219: Jarrod "Box" Grove w/ Caldwell Shooting
Jarrod "Box" Grove from Caldwell Shooting Supplies joins us after Plinka Palooza at Range Ready Studios, where he put on a clinic with the new Claycopter…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #218: New Beginnings w/ TCHP's Kevin & Bryce
Kevin Moore and Bryce Bishop from The Carry Handle Podcast return to Behind the Gun to talk new beginnings. Kevin dives into launching The Carry Handle Range…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #217: A Chat With Caleb Giddings
Caleb Giddings joins us on this episode of TFB Behind the Gun for a wide-ranging conversation about competition shooting, training, gear, and what it takes to…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #216: Hush-Points, Hot Dogs & Hand Grenades
We're excited to bring back Dave K. from Hi-Point Firearms for some genuine shop talk on their innovative DMLS 3D-printed suppressors, plus whatever else is on…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #215: Moons Out 2026 w/ Pegasus Tests | Les Winner
In this episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast we have brought on Les Winner of Pegasus Tests to talk about a Night Vision Carbine match I recently attended…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #214: Rafael Del Valle of Bersa Firearms
On this episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, Rafael Del Valle from Bersa Firearms breaks down their evolving lineup. For decades, Bersa Firearms has…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #213: Jordan Vinroe - CEO of Gideon Optics
In today's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast we get to hear the origin story of Gideon Optics, what actually goes into designing and testing a pistol red…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #212: Riley Hart of Romeo Hotel Engineering
In this episode of TFB's Behind the Gun podcast I've brought on Riley Hart, a previous guest on TFBTV Show Time, current design Engineer at Heckler & Koch USA…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #211: The Proving Grounds Returns
On this episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, Matt and Dan from The Proving Grounds return for an in-depth discussion. The Proving Grounds hosts a lineup of…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #210: XTech's Expansion w CEO Jeremy Deadman
Catch the full, unfiltered return of Jeremy Deadman, CEO of XTech Tactical. Today, we break down the SHOT Show 2026 official launch and giveaway of the LDR2000…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #209: Ryan w/ Atrius Development Group
Join us this week on TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast for a fun, technical deep dive with the CEO of Atrius Development Group, Ryan Spadafore, as we unpack how…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #207: Hot or Not w/ TFB's Doug E.
Doug E. joins us this week on TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast for a no-holds-barred "Industry Hot or Not" showdown straight off the high of SHOT Show 2026. We'll…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #206: Ryan Van Aken w/ Frytech
Ryan shares the real-world story of Frytech's magnetic system, from customizable magnet strengths for newbies to pros, to the added stability that keeps your…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #205: Fast Matches w/ Russell Phagan
What happens when one of the masterminds behind the Brutality shooting matches decides to go bigger, faster, and nationwide? In today's episode of TFB Behind…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #204: A Fresh SHOT Show Perspective
Kevin and Bryce from the Carry Handle Podcast join us on the show today after attending SHOT Show for the very first time, and they're bringing their raw…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #208: Razor Sharp Progression w/ Vortex Edge's Chris Urrutia
Vortex Edge instructor/RSO Chris Urrutia, a Marine vet, ex-SWAT sniper, SPECtrain founder, unpacks razor-sharp training at Vortex Optics HQ with us today in…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #203: Drue of Re-Nine Safety
Today's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast highlights a frequently overlooked part of the firearms industry: targets. Drue Addis joins the show to…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #202: The Vortex "Skunkworks" NPD Division
On today's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, we get to pick the brains of the guys behind the latest and greatest that comes out of the doors of the…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #201: James from Zer0 & Sons 3D Printed Suppressors
Today's guest is James from Zer0 & Sons, a new crew that's using 3D printing to squeeze way more performance out of modern suppressors and way less money out…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #200: Recovering from Blackout w/ Emmanuel B
For TFB Behind the Gun #200, Emmanuel and I dive deep into what it means to "recover from blackout" — but in the sense that being so busy, sometimes you just…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #199: Raiders Arms & the Temple of the AK
The AK might be one of the most recognizable rifles on the planet, but that does not mean it has to stay stuck in the past. On this New Year's episode of TFB's…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #198: All We Want for Christmas
Merry Christmas from all of us here at TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast! In our fifth year, we're grateful to have you both as an audience and as our direct…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #197 Machine Guns & Meltdowns w/ GoldenWebb
Today, I'm pleased to bring on a fellow content creator I met at a recent trip out to the nice new Smith & Wesson facility out in Tennessee. Ben Webb is the…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #196: From Comps to Knives - Jason w/ Backup Tactical
In today's episode, I've brought on Jason B, the owner of Bakcup Tactical. While Backup Tactical started its life off as an aftermarket parts manufactuer for…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #195: Hi-Points of Authority w/ Dave
On today's episode, we're welcoming back our good friend Dave from Hi-Point Firearms to talk about upcoming competitions, fun season-appropriate movies, and…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #194: TFB Thanksgiving Special | Josh Centers
Today on the TFB Behind the Gun Podcast, we've got Josh Centers, who leads The Firearm Blog, one of the most respected platforms in the firearms community if…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #193: Print the Future | Hammy3DPrints
We've welcomed "Hammy" on the podcast before, and he's also made a guest appearance on TFBTV Show Time. Now that summer is winding down and people are settling…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #192: Textile Thoughts from Kurt | Blue Alpha Belts
If you're familiar with this channel, you probably know Blue Alpha Belts—a brand closely connected to the TFBTV YouTube community. Founded by Kurt and Jessie…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #191: Žiga Polajnar on Brutality
Today, I'm excited to welcome a long-time friend of both the blog and the TFBTV YouTube Channel, Žiga Polajnar, CEO of Polenar Tactical. Despite the…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #190: The Future of FRTs with Desk Pop
In today's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, we've brought back Joe from the YouTube Channel Desk Pop to talk a bit about one of the hottest topics…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #189: Alex Whiteside w/ TANDEMKROSS
In this episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, I sit down in person with Alex Whiteside to talk about anything and everything TANDEMKROSS. TANDEMKROSS was…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #188: Colton Kyle - The American Sniper Story Continues
In this episode, I'm happy to have not just one, but two awesome guests, both with powerful stories and real connections to American military life. Today…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #187 Hush Holsters & the SKS Renaissance
Today on this episode of TFB's behidn the Gun podcast, we're back in the studio with the founder of HUSH Holsters, Specner Gottleib, to talk about some of his…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #186: Curio Encoutners w/ Bryce
This week on TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, returning guest Bryce from The Carry Handle Podcast shares insights into some exceptionally rare and fascinating…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #185: Thunder Ranch UPR First Impressions w Jordan of Meprolight
Thunder Ranch stands out as one of the top choices for practical, in-depth firearms training, thanks to its highly skilled instructors, real-world course…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #184: The Hypervelocity Rocket w/ Wild Arms
On today's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun podcast, we welcome back Jonathan Wild from Wild Arms Research and Development to discuss his latest—and…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #183: Alex & Luke of TANDEMKROSS
On today's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun podcast, I'm joined by Alex Whiteside and Luke Diamond of TANDEMKROSS. Known for their huge lineup of over 250…
TFB Behind the Gun PodcastTFB Behind the Gun #182: Firearms Accuracy in Media
Today's episode of TFB's behind the podcast features Kevin and Bryce from The Carry Handle Podcast, as well as a new guest, Scout Trooper. Today we'll be…