Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discuss straw purchases, highlighting cases where individuals buy firearms for prohibited persons, leading to severe penalties like 12 to 25 years in prison for a Philadelphia man who acquired 14 guns between 2018 and 2023. Suffecool emphasizes gun shops' role in identifying such transactions, underscoring risks in Second Amendment advocacy amid bulk purchases for criminals.

The hosts examine the ATF's bump stock ban reversal by the Supreme Court, noting Justice Clarence Thomas's clarification that bump stocks do not convert semi-automatic rifles into machine guns, protecting constitutional gun rights. Campbell critiques semantic games in regulations, urging vigilance in firearms education to counter overreach.

Suffecool and Campbell debate concealed carry in bars, advocating personal responsibility over blanket prohibitions, as alcohol impairs judgment in self-defense scenarios. They reference surveys in battleground states showing 89% of voters seek congressional action for safety, warning of impending gun control pushes versus criminal accountability to preserve uninfringed Second Amendment freedoms.

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell recount Suffecool's participation in the Women's Wilderness Escape at the Whittington Center in Raton, New Mexico, where 40 women from across the country gathered for firearms education and outdoor activities. Suffecool describes shooting bows, rifles, pistols, and shotguns, alongside wildlife sightings like elk and partridges, emphasizing historical archery techniques and modern adaptations for Second Amendment advocacy.

The hosts highlight instructors such as Julie Golob, Tatiana Whitlock, Becky Yackley, Diane Walls, and Jessica Hooks, who led sessions on safe handling, self-defense, and precision shooting. Golob focused on rifle fundamentals, while Whitlock covered concealed carry and situational awareness, fostering responsible gun ownership among participants.

Campbell and Suffecool discuss broader gun rights issues, including the Rod of Iron Freedom Festival's speakers like General Michael Flynn and Sebastian Gorka, addressing government overreach and constitutional protections. They critique ATF classifications of forced reset triggers as machine guns, urging vigilance in defending Second Amendment freedoms amid evolving legal battles.

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell explore Second Amendment infringements, focusing on a New Hampshire teenager's lawsuit against school officials for searching his car without permission after overhearing he owns a firearm. The over-18 student denied consent, as did his parents via speakerphone, yet administrators proceeded, finding no gun and violating Fourth Amendment rights amid gun-free zone policies.

The hosts criticize California's push to restrict Glocks, citing criminal modifications as justification, urging prosecution of offenders rather than limiting law-abiding citizens' access to popular firearms. They emphasize joining organizations like the NRA, Firearms Policy Coalition, and Second Amendment Foundation for advocacy, highlighting court standing requirements where individuals must face direct harm to challenge laws.

Suffecool and Campbell detail Dmitri Avissar's Washington, D.C., arrest for 3D-printed forced reset triggers, misclassified as machine guns despite court rulings, illustrating federal overreach in gun rights enforcement.

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell broadcast from Salt Lake City at the Gun Rights Policy Conference, joined by John Richardson, blogger at Only Guns and Money and NRA board member, and Charlie Cook of Riding Shotgun with Charlie. The event drew over 500 Second Amendment advocates, including prominent lawyers, bloggers, and state representatives from Arizona, Florida, Kansas, Colorado, and South Carolina, fostering networking and discussions on gun rights.

Richardson highlights key speakers, including Joe Greenlee for litigation insights, Doug Hamlin for collaborative NRA efforts in firearms advocacy, and Bobby Cox for aiding North Carolina's push for constitutional carry amid legislative hurdles. The hosts note Arizona's Quang Nguyen, known as "the shredder" for blocking unconstitutional bills, underscoring commitment to Second Amendment protections.

Cook and Suffecool recount awards: Joe Laporta received Grassroots Activist of the Year, though his trophy shattered post-ceremony. Connecticut Citizens Defense League, led by Holly Sullivan, earned Grassroots Organization of the Year for robust activism. Mike Harris was honored as Defender of Liberty for legal battles in Massachusetts. Cheryl Todd claimed Lifetime Achievement for her work with Gun Freedom Radio, Women for Gun Rights, and Arizona's FASTER Saves Lives program, advancing firearms education and constitutional defense.

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell continue their joint episode with Michael Sodini of Mike on the Mic, engaging in roundtable discussions on Second Amendment history and self-defense strategies. Suffecool recounts informal conversations at events like the Rod of Iron Festival, featuring figures such as Alan Gottlieb and Sebastian Gorka, highlighting collaborative insights into gun rights advocacy. The hosts explore age restrictions on firearms, noting the 1934 National Firearms Act as the first federal limit, contrasting it with 1791 traditions under Bruen to argue for broader youth access in constitutional defense.

Campbell emphasizes historical texts like the Federalist Papers, advocating for 16-year-olds' rifle ownership amid evolving gun control debates. Sodini stresses practical training, including backward movement drills to enhance situational awareness and avoid obstacles in low-light scenarios. The conversation underscores the value of training with skilled partners to build effective habits, fostering responsible gun ownership and firearms education.

Suffecool and Campbell promote Sodini's podcast on Buzzsprout, celebrating its contributions to close-quarters self-defense and Second Amendment awareness.

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell host a joint episode with Michael Sodini of Carry Trainer, exploring everyday carry items for self-defense and Second Amendment advocacy. Suffecool shares her minimal carry, including a TDI Lady Finger knife, while explaining clothing constraints for concealed firearms. Campbell details his setup with a Sig P365, Emerson wave knife, and multi-tool, emphasizing versatility in responsible gun ownership.

Sodini prompts discussions on preferred firearms, such as Campbell's Walther PPS 40 and FN Reflex, highlighting reliability and fit for personal protection. The hosts compare notes on ammunition preferences and extra magazines, noting gender differences in carry habits and statistical realities of altercations requiring few rounds.

The conversation shifts to training aids like laser cartridges for dry fire practice and reactive targets for skill building. They underscore situational awareness, advocating comprehensive preparedness beyond firearms, including flashlights and pepper spray to enhance constitutional defense strategies.

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discuss the upcoming deadline for NRA Board of Directors nomination petitions, set for October 7, emphasizing the need for candidates with strong business acumen to guide the organization's $300 million operations. Suffecool outlines voting eligibility, requiring lifetime membership or five continuous annual years, urging members to engage in the February balloting process. The hosts highlight the NRA's transformation, crediting New York's scrutiny for exposing mismanagement and fostering reforms in Second Amendment advocacy.

Campbell reflects on urban crime surges in San Francisco, Chicago, and Washington, D.C., attributing declines in arrests to defunding police and lenient policies, which undermine public safety and gun rights. They praise former President Trump's executive order directing federal agencies to eliminate infringing regulations, potentially easing burdens on firearms owners. The conversation explores post-Bruen implications, questioning 1968 mandates like FFL requirements for interstate shipments, advocating a return to historical freedoms under constitutional protections.

Suffecool and Campbell envision broader open carry rights, noting recent Florida advancements and predicting challenges in restrictive states like New Jersey. They underscore generational shifts in perceptions of gun ownership, stressing education to restore uninfringed Second Amendment access for responsible citizens.

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discuss the Supreme Court's decision to hear Wolford v. Lopez, a pivotal Second Amendment challenge originating from Hawaii. Attorneys Alan Beck and Kevin O'Grady represent plaintiffs alongside the Hawaii Firearms Coalition, targeting the state's "Vampire Rule," which mandates express permission from property owners for concealed carry in private venues open to the public. This Ninth Circuit-upheld restriction echoes similar barriers in New York and Maryland, potentially reshaping gun rights nationwide.

Campbell notes the Court's selective docket, reviewing only about 70 of 7,000 annual petitions, with Mark Smith of Four Boxes Diner predicting two to three Second Amendment cases this term. The hosts explore implications for sensitive places, including public transportation, while cautioning against expansive rulings absent direct questions. They reference Susannah Warner Kipke's Maryland case, Kipke v. Moore, as a parallel effort challenging carry prohibitions near demonstrations and in bars.

Shifting to open carry, Suffecool and Campbell highlight victories like Florida's recent affirmation of the practice, leaving New Jersey, Connecticut, Illinois, New York, and California as holdouts. They emphasize behavioral cues in concealed carry—subtle discomfort often draws more attention than the firearm itself—advocating responsible ownership to normalize Second Amendment protections.

The conversation underscores collaborative advocacy through organizations like Florida Carry, reinforcing constitutional carry as a cornerstone of self-defense rights.