Talking Lead Podcast

Talking Lead Podcast episodes:

• 04.23.2024

  TLP 530 – TEXAS: FIREBIRD TARGETS’ STYLE

  In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast: Lefty travels to Texas, south of Fort Worth to visit Ton Jones and the gang at Firebird Targets. A few episodes back Lefty challenged Ton to a Firebird Targets' "Kabloowey Club Challenge"...

  
• 04.15.2024

  TLP 529 – AK KORNER S6 Ep4: AK Magazines – Baked, Waffled & Slabbed

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/AKK_S6Ep4_Mags_Edited_SY.mp3 In the April edition of the Talking Lead AK KORNER presented by Pioneer Arms Corp USA - A brief history and evolution of the Russian AK-47/74 magazine. Slab-sided, spine-stamped, side-stamped, aluminum, waffle, flat-back, AG4 (Bakelite) we talk about them...

  
• 04.05.2024

  TLP 528 – Pistol Caliber Carbines & Side Charging ARs, Hate ‘Em? Love ‘Em?

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_528_Ton_Talk.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast presented by Mission First Tactical: Lefty and Ton Jones (Firebird Targets) talk PCCs (pistol caliber carbines) and side charging AR-15s. Whether or not you love them or hate them they both...

  
• 03.29.2024

  TLP 527 – The Southern Border, First-Hand: SSG Dooley & SGT Waylan

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/The_Border_Nick_and_Austin_Edited.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast we talk about the U.S. Border, specifically the southern border's of Arizona and Texas. Staff Sergeant Nick Dooley (The AR-15 Podcast) and Sergeant Austin Waylan tell us about their first-hand-accounts during...

  
• 03.22.2024

  TLP 526 – AK KORNER S6-3: PPS-43 Submachine Gun

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/AKK6-3_PPS43_Final.mp3 In March's edition of the Talking Lead AK KORNER (presented by Pioneer Arms Corp USA): Arguably the best submachine gun of World War Two (WWII) was the PPS-43 7.62x25. We discuss the history, design, usage during the Siege of...

  
• 03.11.2024

  TLP 525 – The Ultimate Truck Gun: LEO TAKEDOWN Quick Barrel Change

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_525_LEO_Takedown_edited.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast we discuss the benefits of the quick barrel change system by LEO TAKEDOWN. Joe Weir with LEO TAKEDOWN joins Lefty as the guys talk about how to configure the perfect "Truck...

  
• 02.15.2024

  TLP 524 – AK KORNER 6-2: CAMOUFLAGE WWII to Present

  For February's edition of the AK KORNER, presented by Pioneer Arms Corp USA, we get in to a very detailed discussion on the camouflages used during WWII to present day (we touch on some pre WWII camos as well). Designs,...

  
• 02.09.2024

  TLP 523 – Harm’s Way / White Smoke: John Gilstrap

  John Gilstrap is a New York Times and USA Today best selling Author. He is a returning guest to the Talking Lead Podcast. John has two new Novels out since his last appearance on the show. Harm's Way is his...

  
• 02.03.2024

  TLP 522 – Bar Brawls, Handcuffs & Roller Skates

  In this WILD Episode of Talking Lead: Stories from this year's largest gun show in the world SHOT SHOW aka The SH*T Show. Joining Lefty to tell us their first-hand tales: Stunt Professional/Operator Tracy Lee (@TracyGuns), Fitness Guru/Police Sergeant Ashley...

  
• 01.25.2024

  TLP 521 – Cooking Tips From The Pros

  Warning this episode may cause extreme hunger! In this episode Lefty has Whiskey River Beef's very own Prentiss Holt and every one's favorite griller-extraordinaire Ton Jones (Firebird Targets) on to give some pro cooking tips, recipes and equipment suggestions that...

  
• 01.15.2024

  Talking Lead 520 – AK KORNER S6 Ep1: The AK From Radom, Pioneer Arms Corp

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/AK_KORNER_S6_Ep1_PAC_USA_Edited.mp3 This season of the Talking Lead AK KORNER is presented by Pioneer Arms Corp USA. Lefty and Marco Vorobiev ( Author, Historian, former Soviet Spetsnaz Soldier) are back for our 6th Season of AK-47 "leaducation". To kick it off...

  
• 01.12.2024

  Talking Lead 519 – The New KELTEC Sub2000 Gen3 Carbine

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_519_KT_Gen_3_Sub2k_Edited.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast: Kris Hammer with KELTEC joins Lefty and Ton Jones (Firebird Targets) to talk about the new Generation 3 straight blowback Sub2000 9mm carbine. KELTEC has improved the Sub2K by adding new...

  
• 01.01.2024

  Talking Lead 518 – The “Kabloowey” Trick Shot Challenge

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_518_2024_KICKOFF_edited.mp3 Happy New Year Lead Head Brigade! In this New Year Kick-Off episode Lefty is joined by Expert Trick Shot Professional, Ton Jones. Ton is the brand manager for Firebird Targets. As the guys recap some of the show's brightest...

  
• 12.15.2023

  Talking Lead 517 – Stoner vs Kalashnikov Round 3

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/AK_VS_AR_round_3_Edited.mp3 In this Season 5 finale of the Talking Lead AK KORNER - Ding, ding, ding! It is time for Round 3 of the annual AK vs AR slugfest. In the red corner we have Team AK; Marco Vorobiev (former...

  
• 12.08.2023

  Talking Lead 516 – Blowback! New Bearing Delay System: MEAN Arms

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_516_MEAN_Arms.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast our special guest is David Lucas with MEAN LLC: Blowback! When it comes to shooting pistol caliber carbines (PCC) the key to a smooth, comfortable, reliable shooting experience is managing the...

  
• 12.01.2023

  Talking Lead 515 – Gifts That Don’t Suck

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_515_-_Holiday_Gift_Ideas_From_Gun_Guys.mp3 Tired of getting gifts from family and friends that don't quite meet your expectations and just plain suck? Would you like to know exactly what to get that someone that has everything?  In this episode Lefty and Ton Jones...

  
• 11.23.2023

  Talking Lead 514 – Ballistic Talk with TNOUTDOORS9

  Happy Thanksgiving Lead Heads! Get your big forks and knives ready!! To make your Turkey Holiday even more delightful Lefty is serving up a hearty helping of entertaining Leaducation with Tommy of TNOUTDOORS9 fame. Tommy is well respected in the...

  
• 11.15.2023

  Talking Lead 513 – AK KORNER S5 Ep10: Light Machine Guns

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_513_Edited.mp3 Light Machine Guns is the topic for this month's edition of the Talking Lead AK KORNER. Historian, Author and former Spetsnaz Soldier Marco Vorobiev joins Lefty and Andrew from Century Arms to talk about the history, development, use and...

  
• 11.10.2023

  Talking Lead 512 – Combat Dive Knife Pro: Buck Knives’ Buckmaster 2.0

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/511_Buckmaster_2_CDK.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast: We talk about the rebirth of the old Buck Knives' Buckmaster model 184 and 185 to the new Buckmaster Combat Dive Knife Pro (CDP) model 084. Nearly 40 years have past...

  
• 11.03.2023

  Talking Lead 511 – BERSA Stainless Steal 1911

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_511_Bersa_1911.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast: Rafael Del Valle with BERSA USA joins Lefty to tell us about their new stainless steal 45acp 1911 line of pistols. Starting off with four models each offered in standard mil-spec...

  
• 10.27.2023

  Talking Lead 510 – Range Day Madness Recap

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/IV888888_Recap.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast: We recap the highlights of our visit to the IraqVeteran8888 (IV8888) annual range day event. Lefty, Evan (@floodmunitions) and Danny (Dip-Stick Branding) talk about all the cool guns, gear and peeps...

  
• 10.17.2023

  Talking Lead 509 – AK KORNER S5 Ep9: Bayonets

  Hug Your AK Day is October 18th! Post your pics and tag @talkinglead & @studentofthe-gun Use #hugyourAKday https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/AKK_S5_Ep9_Bayonets.mp3 In this month's edition of the Talking Lead AK KORNER: Chaaarge! The feared Bayonet. The “Bayonne dagger” aka “bayonet” began it's life...

  
• 10.13.2023

  Talking Lead 508 – Jim Shockey: “Call Me Hunter”

  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...

  
• 10.07.2023

  Talking Lead 507 – Part 2 Greg Coker “Death Waits In The Dark: Six Guns Don’t Miss”

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/Coker_Part_2.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast: PART 2...Special guest – CW4 (R) Greg Coker served 22 years in the U.S. Army, 15 years as an AH-6 “Little Bird” attack helicopter instructor pilot who was specially recruited, assessed, and selected in the Army’s only Special...

  
• 10.06.2023

  Talking Lead 506 – Part 1 Greg Coker “Death Waits In The Dark: Six Guns Don’t Miss”

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/coker_pt1.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast: Special guest - CW4 (R) Greg Coker served 22 years in the U.S. Army, 15 years as an AH-6 “Little Bird” attack helicopter instructor pilot who was specially recruited, assessed, and...

  
• 09.29.2023

  Talking Lead 505 – World Record One Mile Airgun Shot: Ton Jones – Lucid Optics – Pyramyd Air

  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...

  
• 09.22.2023

  Talking Lead 504 – The Asset Mindset: Daniel Fielding

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_504_DAN_FIELDING_edited.mp3  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...

  
• 09.15.2023

  Talking Lead 503 – AK KORNER S5 Ep8: Saiga-12 & VEPR-12

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/akk_s5_ep_8_shotguns_edited.mp3 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...

  
• 09.07.2023

  Talking Lead 502 – Brazdo & Buck: Black Tie

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_502_Brazdo_and_Buck_Black_Tie_Code.mp3 In this old school style episode of the Talking Lead Podcast: During Lefty's visit to Cocoa Florida for the KELTEC factory tour Lefty and Chad Enos dropped by to see the creators of the new Talking Lead logo, Scott...

  
• 09.01.2023

  Talking Lead 501 – Are You Prepared For When Disaster Finds You?

  If you would like to help the families that were affected by the recent devastation that struck our brothers and sisters in Lahaina, HI go here: @lahaina_ohana_venmo... In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast we discuss the recent wildfires...

  
• 08.23.2023

  Talking Lead 500 – UFO Sightings & Big 3-Gun Giveaway

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_500_TL_Friends_GAW_Adrian_Kelgren.mp3 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!...

  
• 08.15.2023

  Talking Lead 499 – AK KORNER S5 Ep7: COMBLOC Sniper Rifles

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/AKK_s5_ep_7_Snipers.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead AK KORNER we dive into some of the better known sniper rifles used by COMBLOC countries. Joining the sniper "leaducation" is Marco Vorobiev (Former Soviet Spetsnaz Solidier), Professor Paul Markel (USMC and...

  
• 08.11.2023

  Talking Lead 498 – Happy Birthday RED DAWN The World Is Burning

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_498_The_World_Is_Burning.mp3 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....

  
• 08.05.2023

  Talking Lead 497 – STA Blades: Jerod Johnson

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_497_STA_Blades.mp3 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...

  
• 07.24.2023

  Talking Lead 496 – Brad Thor: DEAD FALL

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_496_2.mp3 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...

  
• 07.17.2023

  Talking Lead 495 – AK KORNER S5 Ep6: Reliability of AK-47/74 Ammunition

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/AKK_S5-6_AK_Ammo_Reliability.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead AK KORNER we give the answer to the Trivia Giveaway question from May's AK KORNER. "What is it about the AK ammunition that gives it it's inherent reliability?". Joe Meaux with Aklys...

  
• 07.09.2023

  Talking Lead 494 – Exotic Deer Hunt & Dirty Pirate Hooker Tricks

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_494_SCAMS_and_Axis_Deer.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast Lefty is joined by Ton Jones, star of Auction Hunters and Director of R&D for Airforce Airguns. Ton recently took two disabled veterans on an exotic hunt for Axis and Pere...

  
• 06.30.2023

  Talking Lead 493 – Ed Brown Products; CAA USA; Tactical Response & EOTECH

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_493_-_EoTech_Tact_Resp_CAA_Ed_Brown.mp3 Happy Independence Day Lead Heads! In this Talking Lead episode Lefty gives you plenty of content to get you through your 4th Of July pre and post celebrating. Aaron with COMAND ARMS ACCCESSORIES (CAA) tells us about the new...

  
• 06.23.2023

  Talking Lead 492 – Valiant Dynamics: EvolvR Combat Stock

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_492_Valiant_Dynamics_Ryker_usa.mp3 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,...

  
• 06.17.2023

  Talking Lead 491: AK KORNER 5-5 Romanian AKM

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/akk_s5_ep5-2.mp3 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,...

  
• 06.10.2023

  Talking Lead 490 – John Wick’s Shotgun, Dead Ringer Flash Hider & Pyramyd Air

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_490_Genisis_Aklys_Ton_Tyler.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast: Lefty has Genesis Arms (Teodor & Cody) on to talk about the TTI Dracarys Gen-12 (a collaboration with Taran Tactical Innovations) This short recoil, magazine fed 12ga beast of a shotgun...

  
• 06.02.2023

  Talking Lead 489 – 3D Printed Silencers; Bacon Vodka & SHOOTAH

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_489_SHOOTAH_FLP_APP_Tech.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast: SHOOTAH creators Jason and Tyler join Lefty and Evan to give an after action report on this years range day event and US Gear Co. drops a new discount code for...

  
• 05.26.2023

  Talking Lead 488 – Pistol Brace Update; Silencers, 2011s & UFC Champions

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_488_Pistol_Brace_2011s_Dead_Air_Ryker_UFC_Champ.mp3 Talking Lead™ is celebrating this Memorial Day Holiday by giving you a huge Leaducation™ filled episode.  We start off the show with reality TV star Ton Jones and Attorney Pearce Taylor to give you an update on the ATF...

  
• 05.19.2023

  Talking Lead 487 – Kevin Dixie, Chris Cheng & Mike Sodini

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_487_KD_CC_MS.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast: Lefty is joined by Kevin Dixie (owner-operator of No Other Choice Firearms Training (NOC) and the founder of Train & Learn), Chris Cheng ( History Channel's Top Shot Champion, Gun Rights Advocate...

  
• 05.16.2023

  Talking Lead 486 – AK KORNER S5 Ep4: Pioneer Arms Corp & M+M Ind.

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_486_AKK_S5_Ep3_Mand_M_Ind_PAC.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead AK KORNER: Lefty is joined by Pioneer Arms Corp US, CJ Johnson, to update us on their latest offerings. Also joining in on the conversation is Marco Vorobiev and Graham Riehart. PAC...

  
• 05.09.2023

  Talking Lead 485 – FOSTECH, JK Armament & Trident Concepts

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_485_Big_Rich_Markel_Marco_Jeff_Fostech.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast we launch Round 2 of our NRA 2023 batch of interviews. To help Lefty kick off the show and to announce another big promotion or two is Parker and Chad with...

  
• 05.05.2023

  Talking Lead 484 – Jack Carr: Only The Dead

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_484_jack_carr_edited.mp3 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...

  
• 04.28.2023

  Talking Lead 483 – HUXWRX Silencers, BERSA USA, Tactical Walls & SEAL-1

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_483_-seal1__bersa_huxworks.mp3 We launch Talking Lead's first round of interviews from the 2023 National Rifle Association's Annual Convention (NRAAM). Thanks to KELTEC for being the Official Leadquarters this year. In this episode: Auburn with HUXWRX Safety Co. introduces the new FLOW...

  
• 04.14.2023

  Talking Lead 482 – AK KORNER S5 Ep3: East German AK-47

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/akk_s5_ep3_east_german_ak.mp3 Welcome back to the Talking Lead AK KORNER. We talk East German AKs this episode with Author and former Soviet Union Spetznaz Marco Vorobiev; Owner of Faktory 47 and avid AK collector James Bialczak and: Owner of NINE-THREE-TACTICAL Nicolai...

  
• 04.07.2023

  Talking Lead 481 – African Buffalo Attacks & Motorcycle Wipeouts

  https://chtbl.com/track/118312/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/talkinglead/TLP_481_African_Buffalos_and_Moto_wrecks.mp3 In this episode of the Talking Lead Podcast: Ben Ryder with Kraken Case Company and Chad Enos with KELTEC joins Lefty to introduce our final round of interviews from the 2023 SHOT Show and a new BIG NRA Convention...