In January, long-time board member Buz Mills penned an impassioned open letter to the National Rifle Association of America's board of directors, writing:

"We have an opportunity to carefully choose to correct the path we are on. We have the opportunity to recover all of the membership that has abandoned us over these issues (2 million members +/-). We have the opportunity to recover the trust of our most benevolent donors. We have an opportunity to recover the respect of our industry and of the American people. There is no downside to doing this correctly.

Let’s not squander this opportunity, we must move forward smartly and with all the courage of the champions of freedom."

But can the NRA really be saved? In this episode, Buz joins Host Brent T. Wheat to discuss what he thinks can be done.

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In this encore presentation, Massad Ayoob talks about after-action considerations for use-of-force by armed citizens.

Have a topic idea or guest you’d like to see in a future episode? Let us know. Email [email protected].

ABOUT MASSAD AYOOB

Ayoob has been a columnist for GUNS Magazine and American Handgunner since the 1970s, and has published thousands of articles in gun magazines, martial arts publications, and law enforcement journals. He is the author of some twenty books on firearms, self-defense, and related topics, including “In the Gravest Extreme” and “Deadly Force,” widely considered to be authoritative texts on the topic of the use of lethal force.

Additionally, he has received judicial recognition as an expert witness for the courts in weapons and shooting cases since 1979, and served as a fully sworn and empowered, part-time police officer for 43 years, mostly at supervisor rank. Ayoob founded the Lethal Force Institute in 1981 and served as its director until 2009, and now trains through Massad Ayoob Group. Learn more at MassadAyoobGroup.com.

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People are always asking us — the so-called "pros" — what we carry as everyday self-defense guns. Today, we put Suzi Huntington on the spot to find out her choices for concealed carry.  Suzi is saucy as always and offers some great insights for both men and women.

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The GUNS Magazine Podcast is presented by 4Patriots.

When things go sideways, will you be prepared? 4Patriots has you covered with preparedness products you can use NOW… and that could save your life later.

Their NEW solar generator, the Patriot Power Generator 2000X, uses the endless free power of the sun to power lights, your TV, medical equipment, and even run your fridge. Plus, it’s expandable and comes with a free solar panel.

Or pick up one of 4Patriots' best-selling survival food kits. Delicious-tasting and designed to last for 25 years. They even have kits with real meat. And if the power’s out, no worries. Just boil water over a fire, simmer, and serve. You’ll enjoy a hot meal and stay safe in a crisis.

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One of our most requested podcast guests is back! In this episode, Suzi Huntington reveals it wasn't all sun, fun, sand and surf when working the beach patrol in San Diego.

Have a topic idea or guest you’d like to see in a future episode? Let us know. Email [email protected].

EPISODE SPONSOR

The GUNS Magazine Podcast is presented by 4Patriots.

When things go sideways, will you be prepared? 4Patriots has you covered with preparedness products you can use NOW… and that could save your life later.

Their NEW solar generator, the Patriot Power Generator 2000X, uses the endless free power of the sun to power lights, your TV, medical equipment, and even run your fridge. Plus, it’s expandable and comes with a free solar panel.

Or pick up one of 4Patriots' best-selling survival food kits. Delicious-tasting and designed to last for 25 years. They even have kits with real meat. And if the power’s out, no worries. Just boil water over a fire, simmer, and serve. You’ll enjoy a hot meal and stay safe in a crisis.

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Roy Huntington and Erick Gelhaus join Host Brent T. Wheat to share stories about some of the unusual mannerisms and rituals of retired cops.

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For most folks, receiving their first gun under the Christmas tree is one of the most magical memories of life. Roy Huntington and Host Brent T. Wheat discuss their own "first, best Christmas gun."

Have a topic idea or guest you’d like to see in a future episode? Let us know. Email [email protected].

EPISODE SPONSOR

The GUNS Magazine Podcast is presented by 4Patriots.

When things go sideways, will you be prepared? 4Patriots has you covered with preparedness products you can use NOW… and that could save your life later.

Their NEW solar generator, the Patriot Power Generator 2000X, uses the endless free power of the sun to power lights, your TV, medical equipment, and even run your fridge. Plus, it’s expandable and comes with a free solar panel.

Or pick up one of 4Patriots' best-selling survival food kits. Delicious-tasting and designed to last for 25 years. They even have kits with real meat. And if the power’s out, no worries. Just boil water over a fire, simmer, and serve. You’ll enjoy a hot meal and stay safe in a crisis.

Visit www.4Patriots.com/GUNMAG to view this week's discounts and deals.

Every generation seems to think they've discovered something new. Roy Huntington joins host Brent T. Wheat to discuss the trend of younger shooters "finding" wheelguns.

Have a topic idea or guest you’d like to see in a future episode? Let us know. Email [email protected].

EPISODE SPONSOR

The GUNS Magazine Podcast is presented by 4Patriots.

When things go sideways, will you be prepared? 4Patriots has you covered with preparedness products you can use NOW… and that could save your life later.

Their NEW solar generator, the Patriot Power Generator 2000X, uses the endless free power of the sun to power lights, your TV, medical equipment, and even run your fridge. Plus, it’s expandable and comes with a free solar panel.

Or pick up one of 4Patriots' best-selling survival food kits. Delicious-tasting and designed to last for 25 years. They even have kits with real meat. And if the power’s out, no worries. Just boil water over a fire, simmer, and serve. You’ll enjoy a hot meal and stay safe in a crisis.

Visit www.4Patriots.com/GUNMAG to view this week's discounts and deals.

What if your pistol optic gets filled with mud or decides to stop working? AmericanCop.com Editor and trainer Erick Gelhaus discusses options for using backup iron sights with pistol optics.

Have a topic idea or guest you’d like to see in a future episode? Let us know. Email [email protected].

EPISODE SPONSOR

The GUNS Magazine Podcast is presented by 4Patriots.

When things go sideways, will you be prepared? 4Patriots has you covered with preparedness products you can use NOW… and that could save your life later.

Their NEW solar generator, the Patriot Power Generator 2000X, uses the endless free power of the sun to power lights, your TV, medical equipment, and even run your fridge. Plus, it’s expandable and comes with a free solar panel.

Or pick up one of 4Patriots' best-selling survival food kits. Delicious-tasting and designed to last for 25 years. They even have kits with real meat. And if the power’s out, no worries. Just boil water over a fire, simmer, and serve. You’ll enjoy a hot meal and stay safe in a crisis.

Visit www.4Patriots.com/GUNMAG to view this week's discounts and deals.

Use-of-Force Expert Massad Ayoob answers your legal concerns about using deadly force in the current legal landscape.

Have another topic you’d like to hear Mas weigh in on in a future episode? Let us know! Email us at [email protected].

About Massad Ayoob

Massad Ayoob has been a columnist for GUNS Magazine and American Handgunner since the 1970s, and has published thousands of articles in gun magazines, martial arts publications, and law enforcement journals. He is the author of some twenty books on firearms, self-defense, and related topics, including “In the Gravest Extreme” and “Deadly Force,” widely considered to be authoritative texts on the topic of the use of lethal force.

Additionally, he has received judicial recognition as an expert witness for the courts in weapons and shooting cases since 1979, and served as a fully sworn and empowered, part-time police officer for 43 years, mostly at supervisor rank. Ayoob founded the Lethal Force Institute in 1981 and served as its director until 2009, and now trains through Massad Ayoob Group. Learn more at https://massadayoobgroup.com.

EPISODE SPONSOR

The GUNS Magazine Podcast is presented by 4Patriots.

When things go sideways, will you be prepared? 4Patriots has you covered with preparedness products you can use NOW… and that could save your life later.

Their NEW solar generator, the Patriot Power Generator 2000X, uses the endless free power of the sun to power lights, your TV, medical equipment, and even run your fridge. Plus, it’s expandable and comes with a free solar panel.

Or pick up one of 4Patriots' best-selling survival food kits. Delicious-tasting and designed to last for 25 years. They even have kits with real meat. And if the power’s out, no worries. Just boil water over a fire, simmer, and serve. You’ll enjoy a hot meal and stay safe in a crisis.

Visit www.4Patriots.com/GUNMAG to view this week's discounts and deals.

Have one of those hard-to-shop-for people on your gift list? Need help answering when loved ones ask what’s on your wish list? We’ve got you covered! In this week’s episode, GUNS Magazine contributor Trent Marsh talks about what makes a great — and awful — gift for shooters.

Have a topic idea or guest you’d like to see in a future episode? Let us know. Email [email protected].

EPISODE SPONSOR

The GUNS Magazine Podcast is presented by 4Patriots.

When things go sideways, will you be prepared? 4Patriots has you covered with preparedness products you can use NOW… and that could save your life later.

Their NEW solar generator, the Patriot Power Generator 2000X, uses the endless free power of the sun to power lights, your TV, medical equipment, and even run your fridge. Plus, it’s expandable and comes with a free solar panel.

Or pick up one of 4Patriots' best-selling survival food kits. Delicious-tasting and designed to last for 25 years. They even have kits with real meat. And if the power’s out, no worries. Just boil water over a fire, simmer, and serve. You’ll enjoy a hot meal and stay safe in a crisis.

Visit www.4Patriots.com/GUNMAG to view this week's discounts and deals.