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The events that took place in our recent history draw attention once again that there's a difference between the ideal when it comes to law enforcement, and our current reality. And although the political battle is still making hay for this side or that, we as a community have some things to discuss when it comes to the recent shooting of a Utah citizen.

Even if it's not as simple as the pundits make it out to be, event of this sort have ramifications, even if it's not in the way our cultural detractors would like it to be.

More importantly, we as the community ought come together on this matter, if not to bring up moral and legal challenges against those responsible for what took place, than certainly about what it means to look out for one another.

Ethan "Gypsy" Walters has brought art and inspiration to a whole wave of the new Gun Culture, and joins this episode for his third appearance. To check out his work head to
the House of Wolves. Or follow him on Instagram at @gypsywalters

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The meme-ability of Blade Runner 2049 serves as a testament to the its grasp on the human condition at this time. The parallels between the film and the experiences of men concludes in a tragedy, and not one without consequences.

If the Literally Me meme continues to live on, as men depart from the emptiness of the prior cultural movement. As the New Atheist ideology steadily collapses under the weight of it's own demands, culture is returning to a pursuit in a life worth living, a precedent antithetical to the rote hedonism of the 90's and early 2000's. However, the need for greater can lead to dark roads, and pseudo religions and the worship of the state offer temptation.

Collin Underdahl can be found on Instagram at @collin_underdahl

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The pursuit of Knowledge is its own reward, or so the saying goes. And although this saying might have some immediate motivating value for those engaging in academics, it rarely receives the treatment it deserves. 

Clairvoyance is one of those words that, like enlightenment, receives more abuse than proper use. Particularly from hippies, fools, and pseudo-intellectuals. Alone, it comes to no good end, and might be a curse. 

A great terror which haunts me is the fear of one day being granted the ability to see clearly, only to discover that I have intentionally blinded myself to avoid the tasks set before me. 

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The funny thing about Gossip, is that, like murder or stealing, it's nearly a universally opposed activity, at least when others are doing it. While it may appear like one sharing confidence with another, it reveals that the intentions of the speaker are not all that moral, and takes wisdom to dismantle.

So, when we talk about news, or industry drama, we should ask ourselves if we are degrading ourselves and others by participating in Gossip. 

Collin Underdahl can be found on Instagram at @collin_underdahl

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The Fool Says in his heart "There is No God." With the slow collapse of the New Atheist movement in the background, we are made aware that the denial of God isn't as simple as some denial of a supernatural being. When one denies God, they defy the existence of anything that has power or authority over the consequences of one's actions. 

Denial of God is the denial of a metaphysical reality and it isn't without consequences. 

Denial of God is the denial of consequences, and can be easily understood as a child throwing a tantrum for getting caught. 

Although there might have been a time when the New Atheist movement was considered intellectual, that day has passed. There is no going back. 

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Beau Doboszenski returns to address what might be the greatest casualty of the contemporary world: Trust. While it goes hand-in-hand with the Post-Information Age, this subject looks differently for those inside the group, than it does for those outside.

As we see trust breakdown between the citizens and the government, we are also witnessing a dissolving of trust within Gun Culture. The first may be expected given the infringements, but with each new day comes a new reason to be skeptical of even those in our midst. 

Follow Beau and Defensive Mindset Training on Instagram at @dmtdefenders
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We've all likely heard it before: if you're not fit, you're going to die.
If that's the stick, what does the carrot of physical conditioning look like?
Some respond well to the stick, others to the carrot, so it can be argued that a good combination of both go a whole lot further.

Ian Strimbeck is the man behind RuneNation, providing training, philosophy, and if you search right, thought crimes.

Ian Strimbeck can be found on Instagram at: @runenationllc
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We're all familiar with the Rat Race in Gun Culture. Call it Keeping Up with the Jones if you want, but the effect extends beyond gear. Got a rifle? Now you need to train with it. Train with your rifle? Now you need a plate carrier, then NODs, then lock picks, then radios and on and on and on.   

At the same time, contentment can look an awful lot like complacency. Discernment will be necessary.

Ian Strimbeck can be found on Instagram at: @runenationllc
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Gypsy Walters in this episode that covers the breadth and depth of Gun Culture. So much has changed in the past decade within the circle: from people's participation, to gear, to personalities, to aspirations for the future. His work, from tattoos to illustrations can be found throughout.

He presents the idea of having "One Lap in the Arena" he addresses it from both looking forward, and backward. The classic microcosm in Gun Culture may be that day your skills will be tested, but when pulling back at one's life, the saying takes a deeper meaning.

Follow Ethan on Instagram at @gypsywalters
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Admittedly it can be a semantic game, but when it comes to gatekeeping, the conversation within Gun Culture has become almost entirely one-sided. Call someone's behavior out as gatekeeping and the conversation's over. We see this elsewhere in society: losing the argument? Call your opponent a racist. Didn't get the position you wanted? Patriarchy.

In order to maintain integrity, we ought observe the appropriate use of the term Gatekeeping, and be sure we're not tearing down the standards that serve as the foundation of our community. 

Closing Music: Genesee Avenue by Gost

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