Aaron Cowan - Sage Dynamics - Bridging Military, Law Enforcement, and Firearms Instruction

The Big Tex Ordnance Podcast

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Join us for an enlightening session with Aaron Cowan from Sage Dynamics, as he shares his remarkable transition from the military to law enforcement, and finally to the world of firearms instruction. methods, enhancing self-defense shooting techniques for his students.
Discover the challenges and triumphs Aaron faces in revolutionizing advanced firearms training. Our conversation sheds light on the Red Dot Sight (RDS) instructor class he teaches, detailing the initial resistance from law enforcement students and the gradual acceptance as technology evolves. Aaron shares invaluable insights into the potential liabilities associated with inconsistent red dot adoption across departments and the impact of advancing optics on training methods. We emphasize the significance of foundational skills over complex maneuvers, backed by real-world feedback on the reliability of various firearm optics.
In a shift to personal reflection, Aaron shares his journey into the world of writing, detailing his experiences with self-publishing and his passion for the Rushing Winter book series. Learn about the creative process behind his writing, the challenges of the publishing industry, and the thematic intricacies that make his series unique.

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Chapters

1. Firearms Training and Self-Defense Podcast (00:00:00)

2. Advanced Firearms Training Curriculum Evolution (00:10:16)

3. Firearms Training and Optics Testing (00:19:29)

4. Life, Career, and Cars (00:27:41)

5. Vehicle Flipping and Writing Career (00:39:23)

6. Navigating the Publishing Industry and Writing (00:43:23)

7. Author Reflects on Writing Process (00:53:59)