Videos tagged with Tony Cowden

This entry synthesizes insights from Tony Cowden, a former CIA Operator and Special Forces veteran, on his approach to Everyday Carry (EDC), self-defense tools, and preparedness. He details his preferred firearms, including a modified Glock 43X with extended capacity magazines and the Sig Sauer P365-XMacro, emphasizing their balance of concealability and capacity. Cowden also discusses the utility of specialized tools like the SOCP Dagger and Outdoor Edge knives for self-defense, alongside non-lethal options such as bear spray. The content highlights the critical importance of combatives training and community building for overall preparedness, drawing from his extensive real-world operational experience.

This entry details advanced pistol handling techniques, including rapid magazine changes, as demonstrated by Tony Cowden, a veteran with extensive combat experience. The guide emphasizes proficiency under stress, drawing from real-world combat scenarios and range practice. It also touches upon the geopolitical and economic impacts of military deployments in regions like Afghanistan and Iraq.

This entry synthesizes insights from a discussion featuring former CIA Ground Branch operator Tony Cowden, detailing his experiences in Iraq and reflecting on U.S. foreign policy. It covers tactical equipment like the M249 SAW and M4 Carbine, personal combat accounts, and broader geopolitical critiques. The content emphasizes the high-stakes nature of clandestine operations and the complexities of modern warfare, drawing on Cowden's extensive first-hand experience.

Ben Stoeger discusses his Instagram suspension, attributing it to recent online disputes with figures like Tony Cowden and others regarding shooting techniques and paradigms. He criticizes public call-outs and defends his approach to instruction and community engagement, emphasizing transparency and direct communication. Stoeger also announces upcoming content, including a new book, 'Adaptive Rifle,' and developments with PSTG Training Group.

This video features U.S. Army Special Forces Veteran and Congressional candidate Tony Cowden discussing his campaign for North Carolina's 4th District with Tom Gresham on Gun Talk Radio. Cowden, who also runs a shooter training range focused on pre-fight preparation, details his reasons for entering politics and his platform. The conversation also touches on other veterans running for office. The video highlights Cowden's background and his transition from military service and civilian training to the political arena.

This video emphasizes the principle that 'efficient is fast,' contrasting it with the adage 'slow is smooth.' Instructor Jimmy B. Rodriguez, referencing insights from Mike Glover, Frank Proctor, JJ Racaza, and Tony Cowden, demonstrates how to reduce overall time by performing multiple actions concurrently. Key techniques include prepping the trigger during the draw, aligning sights as the firearm extends, and focusing on an immediate trigger reset after each shot, rather than waiting for the gun to settle or for an audible confirmation.

This episode of Practical Shooting After Dark discusses the alleged cheating incident involving USPSA competitor Tony Cowden. The hosts, Ben Stoeger, Tyler Turner, and Matt Frank, delve into the evidence of score tampering, the USPSA's investigation and subsequent board vote, and the broader implications for the sport. They also touch upon the importance of instructor demonstration in training classes.