In this episode, we sit down with our new friend Steve from the band Tractor Boy. Steve reached out to us with the generous offer to write us a new theme song for the podcast, and without knowing him or the band, we were honestly a bit skeptical. Fast forward a bit and he's a guest on our show because not only did we say yes, but it turns out he's a super cool dude with an absolutely rad backstory. Join us as we discuss Steve's 20-year career as a Green Beret, music to get you pumped, the origins of Tractor Boy, and more. We had a great time with Steve and it had absolutely nothing to do with the fact that we were slowly getting drunk throughout the episode.

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In this episode we sit down with Cozz Actual (@cozz_actual) to talk about his place in the gun community. This dude was an MP in the Army, has taught cops how to not suck at shooting, worked with Colin Farrell on a movie and more. We've been following Cozz for a quite some time and we think you're going to get a kick out of this one!

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In this episode, Jordan is outed as having no idea who Ian was when they first met in Vegas. Luckily for Jordan, Ian is a really nice dude and thanks to his above average reasoning skills, did not get mad at Jordan for that. We discuss Canadian firearms laws and how they suck, as well as specific self defense cases and Ol' Boy George. That's George Orwell for anyone who didn't know. Sick back, relax and listen to the soothing sounds of The A Better Way 2A Podcast.

(Unless you're driving or operating heavy machinery in which case you should remain attentive)

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In this truly insightful episode with Professor David Yamane of Wake Forest University, we dive into the concept of Gun Culture 2.0 and the transformation of America's gun culture. The conversation explores the shift from hunting and collecting firearms to self-defense, gun ownership as a hobby, and the tactical world of gun ownership. David emphasizes the importance of civil conversations and the challenges of emotional arguments, as well as the need for open and nuanced conversations that focus on shared values and common ground. We discuss David's upcoming book, Gun Curious and Jordan talks about how he actually read it. (we're all shocked) It's rare to get someone as eloquent and knowledgeable on the topics from the "other side", and David's perspectives are invaluable to the conversation about gun rights, gun control, and more.

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Mark Okunyansky, President of the California chapter of the Liberal Gun Club, joins The A Better Way 2A Podcast. Our conversation covers Mark's background in shooting, the role of the Liberal Gun Club, and how they contribute to the gun community. We discuss the hierarchy of values, the dilemma of voting for anti-gun candidates and the concept of choosing the lesser evil. We als0 get into the perceptions of disability, disabled shooters, and misconceptions and politicization of the term "liberal."

We had a great time with Mark and hope you dig the episode!

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In this episode, we dive into Cornell Lewis's journey as a community activist in Hartford, Connecticut. Lewis has most recently begun conducting armed patrols in Hartford as a response to the city's rising crime. He shares his struggles with mainstream Democratic reactions and the challenge of advocating for gun ownership for self-defense among skeptics.

Lewis champions self-defense in protests, and highlights instances where it has been crucial, especially for women. He critiques the idealization of peaceful protests, calling for a more assertive resistance against injustice and stressing the need for solidarity across communities to achieve social justice. It was an honor to have Cornell on the show and we're sure you're going to enjoy this one.

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In this episode, we are joined by Hunter Cayll, also known as @nohandedshooter on IG. Hunter gives us the play by play on how he transitioned to a competitive gamer to the world of shooting like an absolute boss. We also touch on the lack of accessibility in the firearms industry and the need for representation in the gun community. We talk about skinwalkers in Maine, shooting with night vision, and the romanticization of an American Civil war.

We remember Harambe and the discuss why we should make the most of every opportunity.

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In this episode, we sit down with Warren Stoddard to discuss everything from how he got into building and riding custom motorcycles, to what made him volunteer to fight in Syria and Ukraine. He tells us about going through the airport with a bullet inside of you, fighting for freedom in two countries, about inheriting his motorcycle from his dad, and more.

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In this episode with just the two of us, we discuss a myriad of topics like the newly proposed anti-militia bill, dealing with toxicity, and how to handle a divisive and sometimes hostile gun community. We talk about Aaron Bushnell, the history of self-immolation, and the attempts to discredit someone by tarnishing their reputation. We get into Helldivers 2 and the fight for Super Earth, how Andrew is going to have another kid and why it's so great being a #girldad.

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In this episode, Eddie "E.J." Jeffreys from Unity Gun Club and the hosts discuss the motivations behind starting the club, the importance of creating a welcoming space for all enthusiasts, and tackling challenges like prejudice and discrimination. The conversation underlines the role of organizations like Unity Gun Club in fostering community, offering support, and promoting inclusivity to counteract racism and exclusion. We discuss whether it's possible for other races to be racist, and what Eddie's perspective is. The three advocate for dialogue, understanding, and the opportunity for change while maintaining respect for oneself and one's beliefs. The episode wraps up with personal anecdotes, including Jordan's humorous mishap at a Dunkin' Donuts, to underscore the power of stories in connecting with others.

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