There are lot of different flavors of content on GunTube, ranging from entry-level entertainment to deeply specialized nerd lore. Brass Facts manages to split the difference on a lot of topics, making complex topics accessible. We talk about he manages to pick his practical topics and test concepts in a practical way. Also, of course, his origin st…

Man cannot build a government too small to misbehave or big to be misused, so the question is how to put checks and balances in place to prevent injustices from happening. In a very basic way, Western Civilization is an attempt to solve this fundamental problem, and the American Constitution is the result of centuries of work to create a solution.…

Send us a text! In this episode, Ben, Eric, and Dan discuss the Longhouse, which Eric discussed in his talk at the recent Right Response conference in Texas. What is the Longhouse? How does it work? We talk about the problem with HR departments, which are run by hysterical women, and how women were so influential in shaping American society. We'll …

Aaron of Administrative Results joins us to talk about YouTube and firearms influencing, but as usual, Isaac can't stay on topic. The discussion quickly turns to law enforcement, sci-fi, the strengths of combat exoskeletons, longbows and yeomanry, the weak points of French knights, the best long-running book series about Napoleonic warfare, and oth…

When we talk about building community, and disaster preparedness, there is a mobility problem. How can you get to and from your people? How can you move supplies or gather intel? Joining the conversation is Christian Guzman, who has been experimenting with a lot of different vehicle types for different transportation needs.…

Send us a text! Pastor Dan Berkholder of Refuge Church sits down with Jase Reyneveld and David Reece to share the behind-the-scenes of building and investing in businesses, and why economic greenification is so pivotal in shaping the New Christendom. Yes, you need pastors overseeing reform in the ecclesiastical sphere, and politicians in the politi…

Tim is the founder of Hoffman Tactical. 0:00 - Intro 0:23 - How has 3D printing evolved compared to what Tim expected? 9:16 - Does 3D printing need a killer app? 14:22 - Opportunities in destructive devices 18:20 - Tim likes anti-materiel rifles 18:49 - Gun designs are dictated by their manufacturing technology 20:39 - Hoffman Tactical’s customers …

The last few weeks have been a furor of contention about tariffs, but there is a bigger conversation about the value of local manufacturing that needs to happen.

In Episode 122 of the She Shield Podcast, Sofia sits down with Michael Arterburn—retired law enforcement officer and the force behind Killer Bee Tactical. With 23 years of service, including roles as a Domestic Violence Detective, Internet Crimes Against Children Detective, and Bomb Technician, Michael brings a wealth of experience to our discussio…

We are coming up on the 250th Anniversary of Lexington and Concord, the battle that began the War for American Independence. This was the start a new nation, but it didn't happen overnight.

Send us a text! Waco. Ruby Ridge. The 1990s saw two of the great disasters of government overreach, and both the ATF and the FBI were close at the center of the problem. In this episode, we talk about the origins of the ATF, as well its role in today’s world. We’ll talk with Issac Botkin from TREX Arms about his recent series on the ATF. 2025 New C…

The last twenty years of technological development has given us an internet that is more centrally controlled, devices that gather more information about us, and a system that is generally more monolithic and restrictive. Mark37.com is a company that sells de-Googled phones, pre-Linuxed laptops, and helps you regain some control over your informati…

Since so many of our T.REX folks are military veterans and first responders, we're always eager to find out more about groups than can assist these individuals with their very specific struggles. In this episode, Jeremy Stalnecker, Executive Director of the Mighty Oaks Foundation, talks about his transition from Marine Infantry Officer to civilian …

Send us a text! Feminism has ruined not only society, but the church. Instead of correcting haughty and controlling women, we now celebrate what Paul calls in Titus 2, women who revile the word of God by disrespecting their husbands. Sadly, many men are trapped in marriages to reviling women. In this episode, we sit down to talk with David Edgingto…

Rob is the founder of Constellation Response, the store for gun culture 3.0. Timeline: 0:00 - Intro to Rob and Constellation Response 4:44 - Why modern civilian comms are changing from the old days 8:11 - The rise of Meshtastic and its applications 18:45 - Acceleration in radios 21:43 - Why Constellation Response is getting into drones 24:17 - Dron…

Paul Brown of the Wasson Watch company used to be a signals intelligence specialist with the NSA. He joins us to talk about large scale SIGINT, OPSEC, COMSEC, and the future of an AI-powered trustless internet. He also makes automatic field watches which you can preorder from Wassonwatch.com

In Episode 121 of She Shield, I sit down with competitive shooter and coach Joey Sauerland to talk about the power of dry fire and the tools that can take your training to the next level. Joey shares how using a shot timer, metronome, and structured drills can help shooters of all levels refine their skills and measure real progress. We also dive i…

Six years ago, T.REX ARMS managed to get a state ammunition tax repealed. Ever since, we've had a lobbyist working on 2A legislation every year. However, a small group of Tennesseans have taken the lessons learned from that first ammo tax fight and spun up a separate lobbying effort that had a surprising level of success. This is their story. https…

In Episode 120 Sofia interviews Tre’Von Barber is the owner and head firearms instructor at Barber Training Solutions, LLC, based in Fort Mill, SC. As an NRA-licensed, SLED-approved instructor and a USPSA Master Class competitor, Tre’Von brings a wealth of experience in both firearms training and competitive shooting. At Barber Training Solutions, …

Send us a text! Does Classical Christian education have an egalitarianism problem? We think so. Join us in the King’s Hall for a deep dive on the inherent tensions between universal education and the way God made the world. 2025 New Christendom Press Conference: https://www.newchristendompress.com/2025 Did you know supporters of the show get ad-fre…

Crafting your own weapons is a great American tradition. The learning curve has always been steep, but with modern software and hardware, it has gotten a lot easier. All kinds of new designs and manufacturing technologies are still waiting to be unlocked, even for the humble firearm. In today's conversation, Mr. Snow Makes walks us through some of …

With a new President, new Attorney General, new Acting Director of the ATF... what happens next? What is GOA doing to take advantage of opportunities to defend our liberties and reclaim some lost rights? And what are the things that you can be doing to help?

Send us a text! 2025 New Christendom Press Conference: https://www.newchristendompress.com/2025 In this episode of the King’s Hall Podcast, we’ll discuss the Post War Consensus, why we think it is dying—and why we think that’s a good thing. Out with the “weak gods” that have destroyed the West, and in with the “strong gods” that built the first Chr…

A little-known part of Henry Chan's backstory is that he grew up in colonial Hong Kong, an area almost devoid of privately-owned firearms. How did he go from anti-gun to owning five times more guns that the average Texan? And what is the effect of growing up in a culture where gun ownership is literally unthinkable?…

In Episode 119, Sofia interviews Marisa Laren, a multi-talented entrepreneur, artist, athlete, and advocate with a passion for living life to the fullest. A professional tattoo artist since 2012, she gained national recognition as a contestant on Ink Master Season 6 in 2015. In 2020, she launched her own private studio, Common Place, where she cont…

In the midst of all the latest news with Anduril and IVAS, let's check in on other Augmented Reality companies. Today we talk to Gage Galinger of Overmatch, a software/hardware team that has built an amazing training tool that allows for complicated team combat drills in any structure. Overmatch.com

In Episode 118, Sofia interviews Lucas Botkin! Lucas Botkin is an entrepreneur, innovator, and educator in the firearms industry. In 2013, with just $1,000 and an iPod Touch, he launched T.REX ARMS from a small garage, turning a passion for protection and a vision for innovation into a multi-million dollar manufacturing and retail company. What beg…

Send us a text! As we discuss in today’s episode—which features an interview with Dr. George Grant—the 5th through 9th centuries were marked by Guilds of Learning, which were the melding of craftsmanship with covenant succession. A student spent an entire lifetime being shaped by a master, who helped them become immersed in whatever trade they had …

Last week, the New York Times published a fascinating article "How YouTube is Changing American Gun Culture." Even more fascinatingly, it ended up on the front page. Today, Isaac talks to the reporter who researched and wrote the story. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/05/us/gun-youtube-firearm-videos.html…

In the first two weeks, the new administration has taken a perfectly normal course of action, such as new appointments, new executive orders, and executed it very quickly. However, they have combined this expected action with an unprecedented level of cost-cutting. Billions of dollars of grants, contracts, programs, and other spending have already …

In Episode 117, (Part 2 of Ep. 116) Sofia interviews Julie Willis, CEO and founder of Zendira, a company dedicated to designing stylish, functional bags specifically for carrying firearms. Julie takes us on her journey of creating Zendira, sharing how her personal experiences as a shooter and her deep understanding of women's unique needs in self-d…

Send us a text! In his first days in office, Donald Trump set about radically reshaping America with a long list of executive orders. He declared a national energy emergency in America, promised to "drill baby drill," renamed the Gulf of Mexico, and ended many national environmental engagements, including the Paris Accords. On the immigration issue…

Our long-running series of long explorations into past ATF activities finally makes it to current day! And what may surprise you are the ways that bad laws, bad assumptions, and deep ignorance continue to cause tension and resentment... in and out of the Bureau. We also finally address the question of what happens to good ATF agents trying to do th…

In Episode 116, Sofia interviews Julie Willis, CEO and founder of Zendira, a company dedicated to designing stylish, functional bags specifically for carrying firearms. Julie takes us on her journey of creating Zendira, sharing how her personal experiences as a shooter and her deep understanding of women's unique needs in self-defense led her to bu…

David is the founder of Canine Defense Technologies, which makes drones for defense professionals and serious civilians. Timeline: 0:00 - Intro 0:49 - Drone nomenclature 1:44 - Counterdrone tech and the competition between offense and defense 8:42 - Technological lessons from Ukraine 16:16 - Applying those lessons to civilian drone tech 19:16 - Wha…

After the horror of Ruby Ridge and the brutality of Waco, you might expect the newly elected Clinton Administration to blame their predecessors and walk back some of the abuses of the ATF. Instead, they launched an comprehensive coverup campaign, commended the Waco commanders, and rammed through a new Assault Weapons Ban. How did they get away with…

Send us a text! As the recent dustup on X over Christmas demonstrated, the ruling elites and techno-oligarchs aren't exactly in touch with American sentiment when it comes to the H-1B visa, a program that brings in foreign labor to replace American jobs. The program has existed for a long time, and one of its key users is Apple. Likewise, we'll tal…

Our last video made the case that the ATF, while built to crack down on criminals, was actually set on a collision course with regular Americans. In this video, we document 50 years of its trajectory from Prohibition to the deadly sieges at Ruby Ridge and Waco. Sources: https://historyheist.com/glossary/bureau-of-alcohol-tobacco-firearms-and-explos…

Drones are hot right now, and David Han Jr. joins us to describe his business startup, which designs and builds robust drone platforms for the American citizenry. Our conversation covers not just UAV technology and uses, but also the manufacturing and design mindsets needed to develop for a more resilient Citizen Defense Industry. https://www.k9def…

In Episode 115 of the She Shield Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Aimee Langdon, the President of Langdon Tactical Technology (LTT). Aimee is a seasoned global business professional with over 18 years of experience in business development, sales, and marketing. She has successfully led global sales and operations teams, demonstrating a steadfast…

This is a video on the T-Rex lab channel, but due to the number of requests, we're also posting it here for easier listening. The actions of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives don't get as much attention as they should, but most people are generally aware of their recent history. However, to get a better understanding of how t…

In this must-listen episode of She Shield, we welcome Scott Jedlinski of Modern Samurai Project, a leading voice in firearms training and tactical expertise. Known for his specialization in red dot-equipped pistols, Scott breaks down the advantages of this technology for both tactical professionals and civilian self-defense practitioners, sharing p…

Send us a text! What if the icons of conservative thought weren't who we believed them to be? This episode challenges preconceived notions as we unravel the complex tapestry of conservative politics and Christian nationalism. We start by examining why we did not endorse the Antioch Declaration, with a spotlight on William F. Buckley Jr.'s contentio…

Isaac sits down with our COO Bryan to talk about Christmas, and Bryan brings an interesting topic to the table. Merry Christmas from all of us at T.REX to you and your families!

Jon and Sarah run PHLster Holsters, makers of the Enigma, other holsters, and groundbreaking education about how to carry comfortably. Timeline: 0:00 - The journey to making holsters 7:58 - What was the need PHLster was responding to? 17:34 - When did Sarah know the Enigma was going to be good? 35:57 - How much of a breakthrough was the Enigma for …

In Episode 113, Sofia interviews Sam Ferguson! Sam Ferguson of Galo Combatives is a seasoned police officer with nearly a decade of service in Lexington, KY, and a skilled combat sports athlete specializing in grappling and striking. With extensive training in MMA, boxing, and Thai boxing, he brings a wealth of expertise to both sport and tactical …

In Episode 112, Sofia hosts the She Shield holiday special! In this episode, host Sofia shares her recommendations for personal safety and self-defense gift ideas to suit any budget. From concealed carry essentials to versatile training tools, this list has something for everyone. Whether you're shopping for a loved one or adding to your own wishli…

We've been talking a lot about American manufacturing tools and technologies over on the T.REX LABS channel, but there's a lot more to it than just the hardware. How do you get a new generation of folks involved in making stuff? How do you inspire them to pursue this as a discipline and a career. Today we've got an international guest giving us his…

Send us a text! In this episode of The King's Hall Podcast, we tell the story of a people who quite literally saved civilization—the Irish—remembering that the Lord loves to use small, backwoods communities to do great and mighty works. The Irish are a hardscrabble people who have suffered much and endured through tears and laughter. They fought in…

Creativity in film, television, and other fictional media seems to be at a pretty low ebb in the 21st century. Isaac and Ryan talk about their experiences in the film industry, and why some of the trends are not mere laziness but hostile ideologies at work. In some ways this is more dramatically visible and consequential in the video game space.…