Mike'd Up! The CMMG Podcast - Guns and Gadgets

Published on October 22, 2021
Duration: 67:19

This episode of CMMG's "Mike'd Up" podcast features Jared from Guns and Gadgets, discussing the intricacies of firearms content creation, the importance of accuracy in reporting, and the evolving landscape of Second Amendment advocacy. Jared shares insights into his extensive background in law enforcement and how it informs his approach to delivering factual, well-researched information to his audience. The conversation also touches upon the challenges of content moderation on social media platforms and the broader fight for gun rights.

Quick Summary

Jared from Guns and Gadgets emphasizes the significant effort behind firearms content creation, with a 7-10 minute video often requiring 4-6 hours of research, verification, and communication. He prioritizes accuracy, taking time to ensure factual reporting, and draws upon his extensive law enforcement background to provide insightful analysis on Second Amendment issues.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction to Mike'd Up Podcast
  2. 00:33Guest Introduction: Jared from Guns and Gadgets
  3. 01:48The Fight for Second Amendment Rights
  4. 02:02Appreciation for Accurate Information
  5. 03:00Verifying Information and Three Sides to a Story
  6. 04:09Managing Information Overload
  7. 05:20The Effort Behind Content Creation
  8. 06:01Jared's Approach to Scripting and Delivery
  9. 07:13Transitioning to YouTube Content
  10. 08:31Challenges of YouTube Scripting vs. Ad-libbing
  11. 09:49Legal Writing vs. Conversational Speaking
  12. 10:08Connecting with People Through Honest Communication
  13. 11:12Valuing Sincerity and Integrity
  14. 11:40Developing Tact with Brutal Honesty
  15. 12:04Manufacturer's Perspective on Public Statements
  16. 13:10Freedom of Working for Oneself
  17. 13:34Jared's Law Enforcement Background and Injury
  18. 14:21Career in Law Enforcement: Rewarding and Difficult
  19. 14:40The 'Most Constitutional Cop Ever'
  20. 15:05Pro-2A Stance and Pushing Back Against Policies
  21. 15:52Interactions with Law Enforcement: The Golden Rule
  22. 17:11Dealing with Difficult Law Enforcement Encounters
  23. 18:09Changes in Law Enforcement Climate
  24. 19:26The Flip Side: Being on Top of Your Game
  25. 20:11Returning to Show Prep and Connections
  26. 20:39Types of Contacts and Network
  27. 21:17Staying Ahead of the News Cycle
  28. 21:46Daily Video Output and Channel Milestones
  29. 22:39Origins of Guns and Gadgets YouTube Channel
  30. 23:54Audience Demand for Second Amendment Information
  31. 24:27Fluency in Old English for Legal Interpretation
  32. 24:47Preventing the Spread of Anti-Gun Legislation
  33. 25:31Getting Everyone on the Same Page
  34. 25:52Unity Within the Second Amendment Community
  35. 26:34Fighting Behind Enemy Lines: California Examples
  36. 27:31California's Influence on Firearm Manufacturing (Glock Gen 3)
  37. 28:03Realizing Common Ground as Gun Owners
  38. 28:32Fractured Community and Generational Gaps
  39. 29:22Appreciation for Modern vs. Classic Firearms
  40. 30:44Resistance to Change and Generational Differences
  41. 31:11Willingness to Fight for More
  42. 31:42The Slippery Slope of Firearm Bans
  43. 32:33The Brace Rule and ATF Comment Periods
  44. 33:40Anticipating ATF Actions
  45. 34:00America's Individualistic Mindset
  46. 34:22People Are Waking Up
  47. 34:57Selectively Waking Up
  48. 35:19Shifting Mindset and Relationship Impact
  49. 36:13Preparing for the Worst: Legal Battles vs. Civil War
  50. 36:53The Information and Propaganda War
  51. 37:17Pushing a Divide: Medical Choices and Family
  52. 37:35Shifting to Lighter Topics
  53. 38:04Where to Find Jared (Guns and Gadgets)
  54. 39:05Alternative Career Paths if Not a Guntuber
  55. 39:55YouTube as Divine Intervention
  56. 40:10Desire to Visit Historic Sites
  57. 40:41Appreciation for History
  58. 41:04Brilliance of the Founding Fathers
  59. 41:21Parallels Between Founding Era and Today
  60. 41:30Historical Sites in Massachusetts
  61. 42:13Decline in Freedom's Meaning
  62. 42:39Wealthy and Lazy Society
  63. 43:04What Guntubers Learn: Impact on Audience
  64. 43:32Meeting Influential Figures in the Industry
  65. 44:15Humbling Experience of Audience Recognition
  66. 45:01Deep Impact of Information Dissemination
  67. 45:28Trusted Source for Second Amendment News
  68. 45:43Building Friendships Within the Community
  69. 46:19Guns and Gadgets Name vs. Content Focus
  70. 46:48Consideration of a Second Channel for Reviews
  71. 47:16Challenges of Running a One-Man Show
  72. 47:47Wife's Assistance with Emails
  73. 48:47Breakout Creator Award at The Gundy's
  74. 49:44Manufacturer's Social Media Management
  75. 50:27Information Overload and Gratitude
  76. 51:04Viewer Question: Izzy the Editor?
  77. 51:50Izzy's Question: Do You Like Tacos?
  78. 52:05Crunchy vs. Soft Tacos
  79. 52:41Izzy's Question: SHOT Show Cancellation?
  80. 52:51Analysis of SHOT Show 2022 Prospects
  81. 53:53Signs Pointing Towards SHOT Show Cancellation
  82. 54:19CMMG's Official Withdrawal from SHOT Show
  83. 54:31CMMG's Mutant and Upcoming Aesthetic Changes
  84. 55:14Company Stance on Mandates and Individual Choice
  85. 55:51Navigating Employee Mandates
  86. 56:45Pride in Working for CMMG
  87. 57:10Leaning Towards No SHOT Show Happening
  88. 57:27Exciting New Products Coming from CMMG
  89. 57:48Viewer Question: Trash Gun Turned Fantastic?
  90. 57:58CMMG Mk47 and S&W Shield as Examples
  91. 59:10Preferred Carry Guns: Glock 43X and Zev OZ-9
  92. 59:46Interest in Shadow Systems and PSA Dagger
  93. 1:00:41Law Enforcement Background and Fun Photos
  94. 1:01:15Taser vs. Pepper Spray Experience
  95. 1:02:02Choosing Between Taser and Pepper Spray
  96. 1:03:19Dream Guns: Full Auto AK-47 and MP5
  97. 1:04:13CMMG's Expansion: New Range and Factory
  98. 1:05:06Fun with CMMG Products and Other Firearms
  99. 1:05:28Gratitude for the Conversation
  100. 1:05:52Where to Find Jared (Guns and Gadgets) Recap
  101. 1:06:08Premier Source for Second Amendment News

Frequently Asked Questions

How much time does it take to create a firearms content video?

Creating a typical 7-10 minute firearms video can require 4-6 hours of work. This includes extensive research, phone calls, late-night conversations, and managing direct messages before even recording the content.

What is Jared's approach to reporting firearms news?

Jared from Guns and Gadgets prioritizes accuracy and thoroughness. He often takes several days to verify information, consults with agencies when possible, and aims to present the 'raw truth' rather than immediate, unverified reports.

What are Jared's preferred carry guns?

Jared typically carries a Glock 43X in warmer weather. As temperatures drop and more layers are worn, he switches to a full-size Zev Technologies OZ-9, which he finds to be one of the flattest shooting firearms he owns.

Why did CMMG withdraw from SHOT Show 2022?

CMMG withdrew from SHOT Show 2022 due to concerns over mask mandates, potential vaccine requirements, and the ability for casinos to designate themselves as gun-free zones, reflecting a broader trend of industry participants reconsidering their attendance.

What is Jared's experience with law enforcement training tools like tasers and pepper spray?

Having been pepper sprayed over a dozen times, Jared finds it manageable. However, he describes being tased as an incapacitating five-second experience and would prefer pepper spray over being tased again, despite its longer-lasting effects.

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