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This video from The Gun Dungeon discusses the challenges faced by firearm content creators on YouTube, including arbitrary strikes, demonetization, and inconsistent policy enforcement. The speaker expresses frustration with YouTube's platform while also detailing personal content creation plans and experiences with alternative platforms like Rumble.

This video discusses reloading 10mm ammunition with 180-grain FMJ bullets from Rocky Mountain Reloading, using Hodgdon Longshot powder. The speaker also touches on the toxicity within the gun community, the pros and cons of short-barreled rifles, and personal preferences regarding red dot sights on handguns. The core message emphasizes unity and avoiding internal community division.

The video touches on the acquisition of a new Frankford Arsenal Intelli-Dropper 2.0 automatic powder measure dispenser, highlighting its utility for reloaders. The speaker humorously contrasts his own limited knowledge of reloading specifics with that of dedicated 'reloading nerds,' while also sharing a lighthearted anecdote about being called a 'Star Wars nerd.'

This video debunks the myth of the .38 Special being solely a low-power round, highlighting its historical development and continued relevance. It explores its effectiveness, especially with modern +P ammunition, and its enduring popularity for concealed carry due to reliability and simplicity. The discussion also touches upon the practical advantages for reloaders and its trusted status in self-defense and law enforcement.

This podcast episode touches on various firearm-related topics, including a knife giveaway for charity, discussions on magazine capacities and potential unconstitutional assault weapon bans, and brief mentions of different handgun types like a new Beretta and revolvers in various calibers. The speaker also notes issues with internet connectivity during the broadcast.

This video addresses a viewer's question about finding a handgun caliber between 9mm and .357 Magnum. The speaker, with high authority, explains the mechanical differences between revolvers and semi-automatic firearms regarding recoil and cycling. He suggests .40 Smith & Wesson and 10mm as viable alternatives for those seeking a balance between less recoil than .357 Magnum and more power than 9mm.

This head-to-head accuracy test compares the Ruger 10/22 and Marlin Model 60 .22 LR rifles. Both rifles demonstrated tight groups at 25 yards with various ammunition types. The Marlin Model 60 features a 17-round tube magazine and last-shot bolt hold-open, while the Ruger 10/22 is known for its extensive aftermarket support and 10-round rotary magazine.

This .38 Special ballistics gel test evaluated five different loads fired from a Smith & Wesson 642 snub-nose revolver. Only the Federal HST Micro and Hornady Critical Defense demonstrated reliable expansion, with the HST Micro showing a significant wound track despite shallower penetration. Lighter, expanding bullets appear more effective in short-barreled revolvers.

This ballistic gel test compares 9mm +P and .40 S&W HST ammunition. The .40 S&W demonstrated more dramatic expansion, while the 9mm +P achieved greater penetration. The host notes that .40 S&W offers superior terminal ballistics, but 9mm provides advantages in capacity and recoil management, especially in compact firearms.

This video provides a first look at the .50 Beowulf cartridge fired from an AR-15 platform rifle. It demonstrates the loading process, live fire, and the significant impact on steel targets. The footage highlights the rifle's side-charging mechanism and a Vortex red dot optic, showcasing the raw power of this big bore round.