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In this special episode of the Talking Lead Podcast: The Greatest Big Game Hunter and Conservationist of all time, Jim Shockey joins Lefty for a very personal and intimate conversation about his new book CALL ME HUNTER, the recent passing of his loving wife, his Hand Of Man Museum in British Columbia, his life full of adventures and much more. Before we get into talking about his new book, CALL ME HUNTER, Jim shares some loving memories of his wife Louise Shockey including a funny story that involves a famous mustached 1980's actor that drove a red Ferrari. CALL ME HUNTER: 25 years in the making, Jim Shockey's debut into the fiction mystery/thriller novel world is a bullseye! Jim talks with Lefty about how a life full of adventure, international art collecting and world traveling lead to this mind boggling, interactive work of art. Next we get into some great hunting stories and strange encounters that Jim experienced during his extensive World travels. One story may or may not involve a Sasquatch. Plus we get a hint of what's to come from Jim's next book, his TV shows, his Hand Of Man Museum and much more!

In this World Record episode of the Talking Lead Podcast: Our special guests Ton Jones (Airforce Air Guns), Tyler Patner (Pyramyd Air) and Jason Wilson (Lucid Optics) give us play-by-play of Ton’s World Record Breaking 2058 yard (1.17 mile) Airgun Rifle Shot. Using a custom Airforce Air Guns’ Texan 308 with a Shaw Barrel 1-14 twist and Lucid Optics MLx 4.5-18×44 scope at the NRA Whittington Center in New Mexico. We go into the details of everything leading up to this impressive feat and events that transpired after. Jason shares a hilarious video of Ton running a 3-Gun stage with a cringe-worthy wipe out! Tyler and Jason give some news on the latest products from Pyramyd Air and Lucid Optics’ 40% Off sale going on now!

In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast: Lefty talks with celebrity bodyguard (Kid Rock) and former Special Forces Green Beret, Daniel Fielding, THE ASSET MINDSET: A Special Forces Perspective for Achieving Success (on-sale now) is a must-read for anyone who wants to reprogram their thought processes in order to obtain elite levels of success. Daniel Fielding’s motivational words offer an accessible, actionable path to positivity and success. We get to know Daniel on a more personal level with the “New Guy” round of questions and we call out this week’s Jackwagons and honor the Heroes of September 11th, 2001. Plus one lucky participant get’s a copy of Daniel’s Book The Asset Mindset

In this episode of the Talking Lead AK KORNER: AK Shotguns! Author, former Spetsnaz & historian Marco Vorobiev along with Paul Markel (Student Of The Gun) and Evan Floodman (Firearms Enthusiast & Star of Ultimate Marksman) join Lefty to bring you another look into the history, features, magazines and little known facts about shotguns based off the proven AK-47 design. In addition to discussing the obvious Izmash Saiga-12 and Molot VEPR-12 we discuss some Chinese (Catamount) and Turkey (Tiaga) made shoties and a little know Italian Berretta Pump/Semi box-fed shotgun. Plus we answer listener questions and award some cool prizes form Mission First Tactical and SEAL 1.

Talking Lead's Monumental 500th Episode is coming in hot! Recorded from the KELTEC facilities in Cocoa, Florida, Lefty is joined by Chad Enos and Adrian Kellgren to make the big announcement for the Talking Lead & Friends FREEDOM GIVEAWAY! To celebrate Talking Lead's 10 years, 500 episodes and the official release of our new logo we are giving you the chance to win the most Badass-Freedom-Loving-Firearms package of a life time (starting in September). We have teamed up with KELTEC, Mission First Tactical, Kraken Case Company, Walker's Ear, Tactical RX, SEAL 1, Vortex, Inforce, STA Blades, Firebird Targets, Defiant Munitions, Dipstick Branding & Black Tie Digital Marketing to bring you everything needed to exercise your 2nd Amendment Freedom! Adrian Kellgren is a former Navy Pilot and now Director of Industrial Production at KELTEC. Adrian served for 15 years, deployed twice (North Arabian Seas and Afghanistan). He flew E-2 Hawkeyes and C-40 Clippers. During one of his missions he and his crew witnessed a UFO / UAP (Unidentified Flying Object / Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon) We get the full unedited story! We also get the exclusive on KELTEC's new SBR Firearm in 5.7x28mm, Adrian goes through the "New Guy" gauntlet of questions and we get some great personal George Kellgren stories.

Ton Jones joins Lefty on this Talking Lead episode to wish the 1984 Iconic movie Red Dawn a Happy 39th Birthday and oh, by the way it’s Ton’s Birthday too! We are all over the map with this episode. Lefty and Ton talk about all the sudden wild fires occurring throughout the World and who could be behind them…OWO? What happened to the Boy Scouts Of America? Ear infections, how to cure them. Trick shots with airguns, building a 458 SOCOM AR, new bags from Mission First Tactical and much more…Grab a cold adult beverage and enjoy the ride!

Let Freedom Ring! The Talking Lead & Friends #FREEDOM Giveaway has begun. Over 6k in prizes 1 Winner GETS IT ALL! Link and full details in Instagram Bio. Or here: https://gleam.io/1d7ru/talking-lead-friends-freedom-giveaway?fbclid=PAAaaVFHYf9gfpQDT6eX161SnqYXUIrYe6LX9Rb_Gm-2DxHdzpiHhfHHJwyR8 **Listen to all the Talking Lead Podcast episodes in September for the special secret code to earn 500 additional entries!!! Powered by: @missionfirsttactical @keltec.official @blacktiedigital @seal1_ @vortexoptics @inforce01 @defiantmunitions @dipstickbranding @tacticalrx @walkersgsm @sta_blades @krakencasecompany @firebird_targets @tonjonesofficial

In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast we talk sharp, pointy, slashy, stabby things…Knives! Custom blade maker Jerod Johnson owner of STA Blades out of Texas joins Lefty to talk about his style of knife making. Jerod shares his stories of how he got into knife making, his influences, (which includes Chuck Stone of Masters Forge), the first knife he ever made, and Jared’s particular knife making style. Lefty and Jerod discuss everything from metals, to heat treating, to to grinds, to testing a knife’s strength, to tips for the beginning knife maker. We also talk about Jerod’s time as a USMC Sniper and his experience with iconic K-Bar Knife. Jerod also Busts some knife making related Myths. Jerod tell us about a great non-profit organization American Snipers.org which STA Blades supports and an upcoming fund raiser he is putting together with them involving his knives. Plus we answer all of the questions posted on Talking Lead’s Instagram post and reward the best question with an STA Blades Shivvy!

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On this episode of Talking Lead: The God of Political-Action-Thriller-Thunder, Brad Thor joins the show to talk about his next #1 best selling novel, DEAD FALL. Brad's newest book, featuring his battle proven action hero Scot Harvath, takes place in the war-ravaged borderlands of Ukraine. Without spoilers, Brad gives us a tease of what we can expect in his 23rd Scot Harvath novel. But wait! There's more! After the DEAD FALL tease, Brad shares some interesting views on Artificial Intelligence and he talks about his time serving with the Department of Homland Secuity's elite group, "RED CELL" . Lefty and Brad delve into some "behind-the-books" stories and talk about Brad's favorite family vacations. Brad reminisces about some funny encounters with George Clinton and Marcus Luttrell. Plus, we talk about Brad's well appointed Gun Room! All this and more with #1 New York Times bestselling author, Brad Thor. PRE-ORDER NOW!

Give a big Lead Head Brigade welcome back to New York Times Best Selling Author Stephen Hunter! Stephen joins Lefty to talk about his new book The Bullet Garden: An Earl Swagger Novel. The long-anticipated origin story of legendary Marine and father of literary icon Bob Lee Swagger. Stephen gears us up for war and takes us to the European battlefields of World War II as Earl Swagger embarks on a top secret and deadly mission. We discuss Stephen’s motivation in bringing the spotlight of his writings to the 1940’s WWII era. We discuss the research that went into bringing the realistic details to the landscapes, weapons and characters of The Bullet Garden. On the lighter side of the conversation Lefty and Stephen talk about SHOT Show, Dirty Martinis (why the 3rd Olive is the best!), Stephen’s appreciation of firearms, Ernest Hemingway, and much more! Stephen Hunter has written over twenty-five novels. He retired as the chief film critic for The Washington Post, where he won the 2003 Pulitzer Prize for Distinguished Criticism, he has also published two collections of film criticism and a nonfiction work, American Gunfight. His book Point Of Impact was made into the hit 2007 movie Shooter staring Mark Wahlberg

Dave Biggers with Ed Brown Products drops their new custom services for the Smith &; Wesson M&P 2.0 that only Ed Brown can produce called the EB FUELED Series. Kayla and Heather of Tactical Response (James Yeager's Daughters) talk James's new book The Four Pillars Of Fighting.

John Bailey with EOTECH drops by the Talking Lead "LEADQUARTERS" to give us a quick history of EOTECH and talk about some of their new products. Paul Markel with Student Of The Gun guest hosts. POWERED BY: 4PATRIOTS www.4patriots.com Code: "LEADHEAD" 10% OFF your 1st purchase

Post your questions now for Brad Thor!! Brad Thor joins Lefty this month to tease his new novel DEAD FALL staring the lethal operative Scot Harvath. Dispatched to avenge the killing of American citizens abroad will Harvath be able to find the men in question and, more importantly, will he be able to stop them before they can kill again?

In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast we are joined by “The Worlds Most Deadly Author” , “The Prince Of Prime”, multiple time New York Times Best Selling Author, Jack Carr. Only The Dead releases May 16th, 2023 and you Lead Heads get an exclusive (no spoilers) pre-look into this 6th book, Only The Dead, in the James Reece series of Novels with Jack and Lefty. “With more action, more twists and more unleashed fury than we have seen from James Reece yet, Jack Carr delivers a masterfully crafted tale of spartan avengement” – Marty “Lefty” Holder host Talking Lead Podcast In Only The Dead we pick up where In The Blood left us anxiously waiting to find out James Reece’s fate. With the odds stacked against him, James Reece is on a mission generations in the making. Unfortunately for his enemies, the former SEAL is not concerned with odds. He is on the warpath. And when James Reece picks up his tomahawk and sniper rifle, no one is out of range.

Have you ever wanted to win something so incredible you'd be willing to do nearly anything for it!? Same here! . To win this @aklysdefense Kopis .22 Silencer, all you have to do is go listen or watch "Talking Lead 491: AK KORNER 5-5 Romanian AKM" and you will find out how to get entered to win!!! You must also be following @talkinglead and @aklysdefense You can find all our episodes on our website www.talkinglead.com or just search for us on your favorite podcasting platform. Be sure to have a fun and safe Fourth of July 4th and stay tuned for the July episode of the Talking Lead AK Korner where we will announce the winner! . ** This giveaway is not affiliated with RUMBLE, and this is our only account. You will not be contacted through RUMBLE to be notified of winning . All Federal, State and Local Laws apply. If you are not eligible you will not win** . #giveaway #aklysdefense #kopis #silencers #suppressors #22 #soquite #winnerwinner #akkorner #listentowin #subscribe #staytuned #newepisode #leaducation #leaducate #talkinglead

**This was a "live" video, the audio is not in sync** Teaser (Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast app) In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast, brought to you by KelTec, our special guests included Mark Romano co-host of History's Ultimate Marksman, Ton Jones star of Auction Hunters and Amber Hargrove 6 time contestant on Naked and Afraid. Amber Hargrove is a US Army Veteran. Amber served 12 years with 2 combat tours in Iraq as a 74D Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Specialist. Amber has been a contestant on 6 different seasons of Discovery Channel's Naked and Afraid. Mark Romano is Guitarist and vocalist for The Ploughboys, Co-Host of the History Channel's "Ultimate Marksman" and Co-host of The Gunslinger Hour, on KRLA 870 AM Los Angeles. Ton Jones is the Co-host of Spike's TV Auction Hunters. Ton is an accomplished animal handler and wrangler, Ton has handled some of the Worlds most venomous snakes, wrestled the biggest crocodiles and faced down the meanest bobcats, mountain lions and Hollywood personalities on the planet.

In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast: Valiant Dynamics tells us about their EvolvR Combat Stock. Charlie and Todd explain how the EvolvR was born out of the body armor industry. It is a buttstock featuring a first-in-class, patented, eight-position, rubberized spur-catch that rotates and locks in place to grip the shoulder strap of the tactical plate carrier, body armor vest, chest rig or any other tactical gear for superior and stable placement in the pocket of the shoulder. Joining us to give his hands-on evaluation of the EvlovR is, special guest, Ron Holmes with Ryker USA. Tune in for this and much more as Lefty and the gang take care of some Jackwagons, honor some Heores and the Guests get hit with the NEW GUY QUESTIONS. Ron tells us more about the MantisX Training System…Plus, learn more about how to get entered in the Aklys Defense Kopis .22 silencer giveaway!

In this episode of the Talking Lead AK KORNER Season 5: The Romanian AK. Our expert guests: Joe Meaux with Aklys Defense, Marco Vorobiev (Author, Historian) and Paul Markel with Student Of The Gun. We discuss the history, variants, markings, parts kits and more. Plus we answer listener questions and award prizes to the best questions asked. Don't miss the announcement for the BIG prize for next month's AK KORNER...shhhh!, it's a silencer.

Joe Meaux and Zach Hall with Aklys Defense join Lefty to talk about several new projects they are working on. The ZLM (Zach's Lil' Monster) is an 8 inch barreled Saiga 12ga open bolt, full auto shotgun that screams out 1100 rounds per minute. The Dead Ringer is AD's new 3 pronged flash hider that is tuned perfectly. And of course we can not have Joe on without talking AK-47s!

Lefty had the opportunity to sit down with David Foster, owner of FOSTECH to discuss their innovative products. Known for their light weight magnesium/aluminum mix AR-15 Rifles, Fostech has developed several other interesting products. The Origin 12 Semi-Automatic shotgun is one of the fastest semi-auto shotgun on the planet. Taking advantage of a patented infinite gas system, 3-point operational finger position, and quick-change barrel system makes this shotgun a racer's dream. The Echo Trigger is a groundbreaking drop-in design. The Echo trigger gives the ability to fire once on the trigger pull and once on the trigger release. Follow Talking Lead: Facebook.com/talkinglead Instagram: @talkinglead Twitter: @talkinglead

Made In the USA or Not aT ALL! In this Talking Lead episode, continuing our Great Americans Series, Lefty welcomes the owner and CEO of Henry Repeating Arms Mr. Anthony Imperato. Lefty talks with Anthony about how he started Henry Repeating Arms over 25 years ago in New York City and how they have evolved into one of the most popular Lever Action firearm manufactures. Anthony describes what his childhood was like growing up in the firearms industry, he talks about his passion for cooking and wine, his favorite sports teams and his love of racing by being a title sponsor of the NASCAR Xfinity Series Henry 180 race... plus many more topics with Lefty. Anthony and HRA are heavily involved with supporting charitable organizations (Guns For Great Causes) that benefit wildlife conservation, gun rights, children's hospitals and more. Henry is pledging to donate one-million-dollars (1,000,000) towards these kinds of non-profits to ring in their 25 year anniversary celebration!

Mike Pappas with Dead Air Silencers and Ron Holmes with Ryker USA sit down with Lefty during the 2023 NRAAM Convention in Indy to updates us on their latest and greatest for 2023!

In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast our special guest is New York Times best selling Author John Gilstrap. John is the author of award-winning action novels including the Jonathan Grave Thrillers and the Victoria Emerson post-apocalyptic series. A master of action-driven suspense, John is touted as one of the most accomplished thriller writers on the planet and his books have been translated into more than 20 languages. Lefty and John have a great “get-to-know-you” conversation. Lefty and John talk about everything from favorite movies, to an heirloom Colt Bisley, to hog hunting, to blowing things up, to favorite adult beverages. We learn that John is a strong 2nd Amendment advocate and lives the life he writes about. John tells us about his latest book Blue Fire, the second in his Victoria Emerson post-apocalyptic series and teases us with his next book in his Johnathan Grave’s action thriller series that will hit the shelves in June. John Gilstrap is a nationally recognized weaponry and explosives safety expert. He is a former firefighter and EMT with a master’s degree in safety from the University of Southern California and a bachelor’s degree in history from the College of William and Mary in Virginia.

Lefty had the opportunity to talk with the UFC Heavyweight Champion Andrei Arlovski during the 2023 NRA annual meeting in Indianapolis.