Carrying a firearm is a responsibility that goes well past range day.

In this episode, Dave Weiner sits down with his good friend Joel Persinger, founder and Chief Instructor at Practical Defense Systems in San Diego, to talk about what responsible gun ownership looks like in the real world.

Joel and his team have spent almost 20 years training more than 32,000 students in CCW, guard card, firearms, and defensive tactics. His background spans executive protection, physical security penetration testing, and church security operations. He also hosts GunGuyTV, a security and protection YouTube channel with more than 200,000 subscribers.

In this conversation:

The gap between what new CCW holders expect from training and what they need The emotional weight of carrying, apart from the mechanics of shooting

Why shooting is a perishable skill, and the daily habits that keep you ready

Thinking through the legal aftermath of a self-defense shooting before it ever happens Building church security that keeps doors open and people safe

Training volunteer church security teams versus paid professionals

Whether you just bought your first handgun or you've carried for years, this one will make you rethink how you train.

Connect with Joel -

Practical Defense Systems: https://pdsclasses.com

GunGuyTV: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealGunGuyTV

GGTV Crew on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/gunguytv

GGTV Crew on Locals: https://gunguytv.locals.com

About The Resilient Edge The Resilient Edge is the Secure Measures podcast on resilience in safety, security, crisis intervention, and leadership. Host Dave Weiner brings you expert insights, real-world stories, and practical strategies to stay prepared in an unpredictable world.

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