May 07, 2025

Raul Mendez on Stopping a Mass Shooter after being shot in the head, Showing Courage in the Face of Adversity, Why Gun Control Doesn't Work, and Trusting Your Gut

49 minutes

This week, Raul Mendez shares his harrowing experience of surviving a mass shooting in July 2022. Mendez, who took swift action despite being severely wounded, recounts the events of that night where he saved his family and others by neutralizing the shooter. The discussion emphasizes the importance of firearm preparedness and carrying a weapon responsibly. Mendez talks about the psychological aftermath of the incident, the vital role of training, and the impact of his story on promoting self-defense awareness.

Episode Highlights:

29:00 Facing Fears and Preparing for the Future

29:34 Emotional Challenges and Tough Love

32:58 Media Attention and Social Media Challenges

36:01 Advocating for Gun Rights

42:18 The Importance of Self-Defense

Raul Mendez is a mass shooting survivor, a husband, and a proud advocate for the Second Amendment. Born and raised in California, Raul moved to Arizona in 2009 in pursuit of a better life. A lifelong supporter of the right to bear arms, he is a trained and responsibly armed citizen who used his firearm in self-defense to save lives during a violent attack. Today, Raul shares his story to raise awareness and remind others of the importance of protecting our constitutional freedoms. He stands as living proof that responsible gun ownership can make all the difference.

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