Shooting Left of Center Podcast (09AUG18)

This podcast episode features The Yankee Marshal discussing significant hard drive failures that resulted in the loss of video assets, necessitating a rebuild from scratch. He encourages viewer support through Super Chats, Patreon, and merchandise purchases while also detailing upcoming giveaways and new product ideas. The host emphasizes audience interaction and maintains a casual, informative tone, characteristic of his experienced approach to firearms content.

The Yankee Marshal is launching a new podcast format, "The 'MURCA! Guns & Freedom Podcast!", to expand content beyond individual gun reviews. The channel has been renamed for better searchability and to foster a broader community focus. The podcast will feature guest interviews, current events, gun news, and historical discussions, aiming for common-sense perspectives on firearms and freedom.

TheYankeeMarshal hosts the Merka Guns and Freedom podcast, offering a live chat Q&A format where viewers drive the conversation. This interactive session encourages community knowledge sharing, allowing participants to ask questions on any topic and benefit from collective expertise, especially when the host lacks specific experience.

This YouTube video is an announcement for a live podcast session titled "Shooting Left of Center Podcast!". The description promotes an upcoming live stream at 6 pm Pacific time. Additionally, it includes a promotional link for StreamYard, a streaming platform, offering a $10 discount for new users or those looking to upgrade their streaming setup.

This video announces an upcoming live stream from Paramount Tactical to discuss SHOT Show highlights and current events, including weather in Minnesota. A podcast with J Witt is also mentioned for deeper discussion. The speaker, identified as the owner of Paramount Tactical, aims to engage the community and share industry insights.

This episode of the Shawn Ryan Show features Nick Shirley discussing his rapid viral success. Shirley attributes his overnight fame to his investigative journalism, particularly his work on medical transportation fraud. He highlights the risks involved, including physical confrontations and equipment theft, and the role of social media amplification, mentioning Elon Musk's retweet.

This review identifies five of the worst firearms for concealed carry, excluding specific models like the Remington R51 and small Kel-Tecs. The Bersa Thunder is criticized for poor metallurgy, single-action revolvers for slow operation, the Taurus Judge for poor accuracy/penetration, the Desert Eagle for size and reliability, and the Kel-Tec PMR-30 for extreme unreliability and a suboptimal caliber.

This review covers five new handguns available for under $200, focusing on budget-friendly options for self-defense and concealed carry. The Hi-Point CF380 is noted for reliability despite its bulk, while the SCCY CPX-2 offers a refined 9mm option. The Taurus 709 Slim is praised for concealability, and the original Ruger LCP is a proven pocket pistol. The Taurus PT111 Millennium G2 is highlighted as the best overall value with its 13-round capacity.

This video outlines critical 'don'ts' for concealed carry, focusing on safety and accessibility. It strongly advises against methods like Mexican carry, pocket carry without a holster, and small-of-back carry due to risks of accidental discharge, poor retention, and injury. The speaker also critiques ill-fitting or overly complex holsters, off-body carry in bags, and ankle carry, emphasizing the importance of proper gear and secure, accessible firearm placement for effective self-defense.

This review breaks down the best 1911 pistol options across different price points and intended uses. It recommends the Springfield Armory GI series for beginners, Kimber Pro Carry and Para Slim Hawg for concealed carry, and the Springfield Armory Loaded for feature-rich value. The Colt Combat Commander is highlighted as the best overall choice due to its quality, finish, and potential for customization.