Best Cqb Podcasts (2025)

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Day 3, 2025 TTPOA SWAT Competition " New Teams Competing and Lessons Learned" 40:24

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16d ago40:24

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I sat down with Tanner and Coy. They and their teams are competing in this or any competition for the first time. We discuss lessons learned, equipment, training, and key takeaways to enhance your team's performance in real-world operations.By TTPOA Host

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Day 2, 2025 TTPOA SWAT Competition " The Greatest Show in SWAT" 1:07:38

17d ago1:07:38

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On day two of the 2025 SWAT competition, I sat down with the competition's directors: John Agnew, Sean Harris, and Jeff Kranz. We discussed the details of the event, pulling back the curtain on how the competitions are organized, where they will be held, lessons learned, ways to improve, the reasons behind the Competition, and the future of the SWA…

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Day 1, 2025 TTPOA Swat Competition. The "Old Guys" Still Got It. 43:27

18d ago43:27

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On Day 1 of the 2025 SWAT Competition, I sat down with two veteran competitors, Dave and Shaun. In this episode, we discuss the challenges of competing at a high level in our 50s. We also share lessons we've learned and explore how competition impacts and enhances our daily work and SWAT activities.By TTPOA Host

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Kim Pastore " The Beautiful Badass" 2:10:14

2M ago2:10:14

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We had the honor of sitting down with Kim Pastore, the resilient wife of fallen Officer Jorge Pastore. Jorge, who served as a dedicated SWAT officer with the Austin Police Department, tragically lost his life while responding to a hostage rescue call on November 11, 2023. In this heartfelt and powerful podcast episode, Kim shares her story of that …

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Sean Griffith "Speed, Accuracy, and Consistency" 1:31:39

5M ago1:31:39

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In the episode, we discussed the practical aspects of pistol shooting with Sean Griffith and how that applies to law enforcement. Sean began his shooting career in the United States Marine Corps in 2008 and has been involved in the fields of training and firearms since then. From 2010 to 2012, Sean served as a martial arts instructor for the USMC, …

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#166 After Dark - The Unicorn Chief, Bryan Williams, Goes Full Send: Why Law Enforcement Leadership Continues to Fail 2:05:57

6M ago2:05:57

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Welcome to a first-time collaboration between the Iron Sights Podcast and the TTPOA Podcast. Recorded during the Texas Tactical Police Officers Association (TTPOA) Annual Conference, this episode brings together TTPOA hosts Brandon and Matt, Chief Bryan Williams, and myself, Scott Howell, for an unfiltered and brutally honest conversation. We get i…

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Hwansik Kim " Vison FUCKUS" 1:20:36

7M ago1:20:36

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In the episode, we discussed the practical aspects of pistol shooting with Hwansik Kim. Hwansik talks about how important it is to be Vison Focus during shooting and other practical training methods.By TTPOA Host

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Iron Sights podcast host Scott Howell " You guys are gonna need a bigger boat" 1:13:42

7M ago1:13:42

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We sat down with Scott Howell, a veteran health & Fitness Industry expert with over 25 years of hands-on experience as a Business Leader, Innovator, Educator, and Operator of hundreds of US health clubs, CEO of Red Dot Fitness, and host of Iron Sights Podcast.By TTPOA Host

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TTPOA Train-Up's Series - "CQB Marksmanship " with Lead Faucet Tactical, Dan Brokos and Gabe Rivera 37:56

7M ago37:56

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In this episode, we sat down with Lead Faucet Tactical owner Dan Brokos and Lead Faucet Tactical Instructor Gabe Rivera to discuss CQB Marksmanship.By TTPOA Host

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TTPOA Train-Up's Series - "CQB Training Methodology " with Lead Faucet Tactical, Dan Brokos and Gabe Rivera 38:29

8M ago38:29

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In this episode, we sat down with Lead Faucet Tactical owner Dan Brokos and Lead Faucet Tactical Instructor Gabe Rivera to discuss CQB Training Methodology. https://leadfaucettactical.com/home-6362By TTPOA Host

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TTPOA Train-Up's Series - "Principles of CQB" with Lead Faucet Tactical, Dan Brokos and Gabe Rivera 37:37

9M ago37:37

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In this episode, we sat down with Lead Faucet Tactical owner Dan Brokos and Lead Faucet Tactical Instructor Gabe Rivera to discuss the Principles of CQB, Surprise, Speed, and Violence of Action. https://leadfaucettactical.com/home-6362By TTPOA Host

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Tactical Tuesday Episode Thirty-Four - Advanced CQB TTPs for Breaching and Clearing Adjacent Rooms: Facing the Long Angle Threat 17:21

9M ago17:21

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In this episode of Tactical Tuesday with Modern Milsim, we continue our discussion concerning more advanced CQB TTPs. Specifically, we discuss: Holding Cover (2:43) Holding Cover on Multiple Doors/Entry Points (7:54) Clear and Hold (9:23) Clear on the Move (12:28) and more. A new episode of Tactical Tuesdays is typically uploaded on the first and t…

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Michael Castillo and Dan Jarecke " Precision Rifle from a Practical Approach" 1:25:20

10M ago1:25:20

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In this episode, we discussed the practical aspects of precision rifle shooting. We also honor the life and service of fallen Austin SWAT Officer Jorge Pastore. https://www.jpastorefoundation.org/ Daniel Jarecke: Daniel Jarecke is a professional long range shooter that has been competing professionally since 2017. He has 4 national championship eve…

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Tactical Tuesday Episode Thirty-Three - Advanced CQB Tactics, Techniques and Procedures: Becoming More Lethal in Close Quarters 18:51

10M ago18:51

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In this episode of Tactical Tuesday with Modern Milsim, we discuss begin our discussion concerning more advanced CQB TTPs. Specifically, we discuss: Set-Snap Technique (2:52) Plating (4:29) Rolling Cover (7:25) Flooding Room (9:29) Push-Out/Coverman (11:17) Push-Up Security (12:38) Clearing Obstacles in Target Room (14:05) and more. A new episode o…

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TTPOA "Train-Up's" - Ben Stoeger Discuses Dry Fire Training 25:12

11M ago25:12

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In this TTPOA Train-Up Series I sat down with practical shooting instructor Ben Stoeger. Ben is an IPSC World Champion and multiple time USPSA National Champion. He travels all over the United States and the world teaching shooting classes. This Train-Up Podcast will Focus on dry fire training. This is a 6 part series over shooting fundamentals…

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Chris Palmer "You’re the Damn Police, Go Do Police Shit" 1:24:41

11M ago1:24:41

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On this episode we sit down with Chris Palmer. We talk about police training, police culture and use of force. Chris has served on a large full time SWAT team and has years of experience. Chris is one of the most respected and wisest Officers serving. Chris was the keynote speaker at the 2024 TTPOA Conference. Chris Palmer: 1999 to 2001 Patrol offi…

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Tactical Tuesday Episode Thirty-Two - Clearing Straight and Commercial Stairways: This is no Stairway to Heaven 21:37

11M ago21:37

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In this episode of Tactical Tuesday with Modern Milsim, we discuss maneuvering through and clearing hallways. Specifically, we discuss: Angles of Attack/Angles of Exposure (2:08) Essential Elements of Stairway Clearing (6:26) Definition of Stairway Types (7:32) Clearing Straight Stairway (8:10) Clearing Commercial Stairway (10:58) Entry Team Moveme…

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TTPOA "Train-Up's" - Ben Stoeger Discuses Training Issues 25:35

11M ago25:35

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In this TTPOA Train-Up Series I sat down with practical shooting instructor Ben Stoeger. Ben is an IPSC World Champion and multiple time USPSA National Champion. He travels all over the United States and the world teaching shooting classes. This Train-Up Podcast will Focus on the training issues. This is a 6 part series over shooting fundamentals.…

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TTPOA "Train-Up's" - Ben Stoeger Discuses Trigger Control 15:14

11M ago15:14

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In this TTPOA Train-Up Series I sat down with practical shooting instructor Ben Stoeger. Ben is an IPSC World Champion and multiple time USPSA National Champion. He travels all over the United States and the world teaching shooting classes. This Train-Up Podcast will Focus on the fundamental shooting principles of trigger control. This is a 6 part …

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TTPOA "Train-Up's" - Ben Stoeger Discuses Vision 20:26

12M ago20:26

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In this TTPOA Train-Up Series I sat down with practical shooting instructor Ben Stoeger. Ben is an IPSC World Champion and multiple time USPSA National Champion. He travels all over the United States and the world teaching shooting classes. This Train-Up Podcast will Focus on the fundamental shooting principles of vision. This is a 6 part series ov…

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TTPOA "Train-Up's" - Ben Stoeger discuses Indexing the Handgun 15:11

12M ago15:11

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In this TTPOA Train-Up Series I sat down with practical shooting instructor Ben Stoeger. Ben is an IPSC World Champion and multiple time USPSA National Champion. He travels all over the United States and the world teaching shooting classes. This Train-Up Podcast will Focus on the fundamental shooting principles of grip. This is a 6 part series over…

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Reticence Group " If you want them to be wow shooters, you better be able to pull some wow sh*t out of your a$$ 1:23:53

12M ago1:23:53

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On this episode we sat down with Chancey & Brian of The Reticence Group. We discuss firearms training in Law Enforcement. These boys are crushing the old “Red Shirt" way of teaching officers how to shoot a firearm. They take a practical and inductive style of teaching students how to train and shoot. They are pushing shooting with combining speed a…

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TTPOA "Train-Up's" - Ben Stoeger discuses Grip 23:49

1y ago23:49

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In this TTPOA Train-Up Series I sat down with practical shooting instructor Ben Stoeger. Ben is an IPSC World Champion and multiple time USPSA National Champion. He travels all over the United States and the world teaching shooting classes. This Train-Up Podcast will Focus on the fundamental shooting principles of grip. This is a 6 part series over…

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Chuck Pressburg "If Your Not Clearing a Shitter in a Single Wide" 1:16:37

1y ago1:16:37

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On this episode we sit down with third time guest Chuck Pressburg from Presscheck Consulting. During our conversation we talk with Chuck about Sons Of Liberty Gun Works 6 max rifle, rifle set up, performance shooting, training issues, OIS, Force on Force Training and Team Culture. https://presscheckconsulting.com/2024-courses SGM(R) Pressburg retir…

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"Do You Want to Feel Good, Or Do You Want To Be Good" - Day 3 Of the SWAT Competition. 1:13:00

1y ago1:13:00

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In this episode we sat down with a young first time competitor Chris Martin. Chris talks about his shooting journey, how he trains practical shooting, his experiences at this SWAT competition and his OIS.By TTPOA Host

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New Teams and Out of State Teams- Day 2 of the SWAT Competition. 53:29

1y ago53:29

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In this episode we sat down with The Colony SWAT, Allen SWAT, Lakeland, FL SWAT and Stanislaus SO, CA SWAT. We discussed training for the SWAT Comp as a new team and an out of state team.By TTPOA Host

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Like Father, Like Son 58:42

1y ago58:42

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In this episode we sat down with the winner's of the 2023 TTPOA SWAT Competition and the 2024 TTPOA Kelley Pirkle Sniper Competition. We discussed training for competitions, team culture, and spent time honoring Kelley Pirkle.By TTPOA Host

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Tactical Tuesday Bonus Episode Four - U.S. Army Doctrine: Deep Diving into Operations on the MILSIM Battlefield 19:48

1y ago19:48

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In this bonus episode of Tactical Tuesday with Modern Milsim, we discuss Army Doctrine including TTPS and the interplay between Tactics, Operations and Strategy as they pertain to the MILSIM battlefield. Specifically, we discuss: Creation, Formation and Utilization of TTPs (1:25) Tactics (4:34) Techniques (5:38) Procedures (7:24) US Army Doctrine (…

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Tactical Tuesday Episode Thirty-One - Maneuvering Through Hallways: Clearing the Way to the Target Room 16:02

1y ago16:02

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In this episode of Tactical Tuesday with Modern Milsim, we discuss maneuvering through and clearing hallways. Specifically, we discuss: Hallway Danger Areas and Dead Space (1:38) Single Team Online Hallway Formation (3:28) Single Team Offset Hallway Formation (4:19) Single Team Power-I Hallway Formation (4:56) Dual Entry Team Hallway Formation (6:0…

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Sons of Liberty Gun Works "The TTPOA Conference Sponsor" 49:47

1y ago49:47

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On this episode we sit down with SOLGW and find out what is new with the the guys...!!!By TTPOA Host

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SV3 Solutions "$0 cost, Advanced Counter Terrorism Training Courses" 1:03:10

1+ y ago1:03:10

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https://www.sv3solutions.com/ On this episode we sit down with John Stamatopoulos and Peter Buchanan from SV3 Solutions. SV3 Solutions began with a commitment to excellence in explosive breaching—a commitment that has evolved into groundbreaking training innovations over the past 18+ years. With a collective experience of 85 years in law enforcemen…

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Tactical Tuesday Episode Thirty - Limited Penetration Room Entry: Taking Them Down From the Door - Part Two 14:38

1+ y ago14:38

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In this episode of Tactical Tuesday with Modern Milsim, we discuss Limited Pentration (LimPen) Room Entry Method. Specifically, we discuss: Use of 45-90-45 Technique to Diminish Sectors (2:01) Wingman Formation (4:05) Single Man Engagement Technique (5:51) Room Peek Technique (8:13) Dual Man/Two Stage Room Clearing Technique (8:57) Potential Issues…

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Tactical Tuesday Episode Twenty-Nine - Limited Penetration Room Entry: Taking Them Down From the Door 20:54

1+ y ago20:54

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In this episode of Tactical Tuesday with Modern Milsim, we discuss the Deliberate Room Entry Method. Specifically, we discuss: Characteristics of Limited Penetration (LIMPEN) Room Entry (1:35) Advantages of Limited Penetration Room Clearing (3:14) Disadvantages of Limited Penetration Room Clearing (4:54) Individual Entry Team Movement into Center F…

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Tactical Tuesday Bonus Episode Three - Tactical Gear: Facilitating Your Effectiveness on the MILSIM Battlefield 18:00

1+ y ago18:00

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In this bonus episode of Tactical Tuesday with Modern Milsim, we discuss the use of various tactical gear and how it can help you be more effectuve on the MILSIM battlefield. Specifically, we discuss: Attachment Options for Load Bearing Gear (2:02) MOLLE Attachment System (2:23) ALICE Attachment System (2:39) Tactical/Load Bearing Vest (4:08) Chest…

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Chris "Dutch" Moyer "Cook, Chaplain Assistant or Infantryman" 1:47:34

1+ y ago1:47:34

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“Dutch” has served 31 years in the United States Army, 26 of which were in Special Operations Command, with experience with the 19th Special Forces Group, 1st/75th Ranger Battalion, culminating with 14 years as a USASOC Operator. His unique perspectives and experiences make him a valuable Subject Matter Expert at Tactical Hyve. During his career he…

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Chris Palmer and Gabe Rivera "Training Matters" 1:30:01

1+ y ago1:30:01

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On this episode we sit down with Chris Palmer and Gabe Rivera. Both Chris and Gabe have served on full time SWAT teams and have years of experience. Chris Palmer: 1999 to 2001 Patrol officer. 2001 to 2006 N.E.T. Neighborhood Enforcement Team. We were a directed enforcement position within the precincts. Basically we would be tasked by the commander…

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Tactical Tuesday Episode Twenty-Eight - Deliberate Room Entry: Clearing the Immediate Danger Area Before Breaching the Room 20:33

1+ y ago20:33

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In this episode of Tactical Tuesday with Modern Milsim, we discuss the Deliberate Room Entry Method. Specifically, we discuss: Characteristics of Deliberate Room Entry (1:34) Individual Entry Team Movement into Center Fed Room (5:14) Individual Entry Team Movement into Corner Fed Room (15:40) Negative and Positive Corner Fed Rooms (15:58) Individua…

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Tactical Tuesday Episode Twenty-Seven - Dynamic Room Entry: Surprise, Speed and Violence of Action: Part Two 29:10

1+ y ago29:10

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In this episode of Tactical Tuesday with Modern Milsim, we continue our discussion regarding Dynamic Room Entry Method. Specifically, we discuss: Eight Essential Steps of Dynamic Room Entry (2:07) Individual Entry Team Movement into Center Fed Room (6:46) TTPs tp Avoid Common Mistakes While Performing Dynamic Room Entry (16:04) Squaring Off (16:12)…

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Matt Little "He's Back for More" 1:27:45

2y ago1:27:45

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On this episode we sit down with return quest Matt Little of GreyBeard Actual. Matt Little, is a US Army Special Forces combat veteran who has extensive law enforcement experience, including serving as training coordinator and an operational supervisor on a major metropolitan SWAT team, and has worked as a government contractor in non-permissive en…

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Tactical Tuesday Episode Twenty-Six - Dynamic Room Entry: Surprise, Speed and Violence of Action - Part One 22:55

2y ago22:55

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In this episode of Tactical Tuesday with Modern Milsim, we begin our discussion regarding Dynamic Room Entry Method. Specifically, we discuss: Least Resistance/Crossover Technique (1:40) Buttonhook Technique (3:09) Step Center Technique (4:23) Criss-Cross Technique (6:47) Principles of Dynamic Room Entry (7:25) Entry Team Member Movement (9:20) No …

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Bryan Williams "The Unicorn Chief" 1:14:22

2y ago1:14:22

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On this episode we sit down with Bryan Williams. Bryan worked for the MCKINNEY Police department from 1985- 2004 and served 18 years on SWAT. He taught a number of in service and travel courses to include basic sniper, advanced handgun, patrol rifle and basic SWAT. Bryan is a USPSA Grandmaster in Limited Division and later achieved a second Grandma…

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Tactical Tuesday Episode Twenty-Five - You Must Crawl Before You Walk then Walk Before You Run: Principles, Tenants and Techniques Common to CQB 33:27

2y ago33:27

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In this episode of Tactical Tuesday with Modern Milsim, we discuss Principles, Tenants and Techniques Common to CQB. Specifically, we discuss: Crawl-Walk-Run (1:13) Basic Room Clearing Decision Making (3:00) Priority of Work (8:18) Mental Flexibility (9:30) CQB TTPs Common to Room Clearing Methods (10:30) CQB Communications (19:44) Target Room Dang…

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Tactical Tuesday Episode Twenty-Four - Stacking Up: Making Ready to Breach the Room 38:32

2y ago38:32

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In this episode of Tactical Tuesday with Modern Milsim, we discuss CQB Entry Team Stacking and related Tactics, Techniques and Procedures. Specifically, we discuss: Room Entry Methods (1:20) Entry Team Member Roles (3:33) Entry Team Stack Formations (5:31) Linear Stack (5:37) Mobile/Stackless Formation (7:17) Offset Stack (9:53) Dispersed Stack (11…

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Tactical Tuesday Bonus Episode Two - Vehicular Tactics as Part of a Combined Arms Assault 16:24

2+ y ago16:24

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In this bonus episode of Tactical Tuesday with Modern Milsim, we discuss vehicular tactics in the context of a combined arms assault. Specifically, we discuss: Definition of Technicals (1:46) Types of Technicals (2:59) Technical Crew Roles (3:46) Advantage of Maneuverability (5:00) Technical Standard Operating Procedures (5:07) Hull Down (8:22) Wor…

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Krystal Dunn "I'm the Captain Now" 1:43:49

2+ y ago1:43:49

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On this episode we sit down with Krystal Dunn. Krystal is a seemingly unlikely combination—part competitive shooter and part brow and skin care salon owner. Krystal grew up in a military family and spent her childhood all around the country shooting pistols with her dad, mom and uncles. However, she’d never even heard of competitive shooting until …

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Sons of Liberty Gun Works "I'm not a Customer, I'm a Competitor" 1:24:29

2+ y ago1:24:29

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On this episode we sit down with Mike Mihalski, Kyle Grouthes and Chuck Pressburg of Sons of Liberty Gun Works. Mike Mihalski is the co-owner and founder of Sons of Liberty Gun Works in San Antonio, Texas. In 2014, with just one workbench in the basement of a lumberyard, Mihalski founded Sons of Liberty Gun Works alongside current co-owner, Kyle Gr…

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Tactical Tuesday Episode Twenty-Three - Room and Hallway Anatomy: The Language of CQB 26:10

2+ y ago26:10

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In this episode of Tactical Tuesday with Modern Milsim, we discuss CQB Room and Hallway Anatomy. Specifically, we discuss: Definitions of Center and Corner Fed Rooms (1:59) Room Shape Characteristics (4:29) Describing Interior of Rooms (6:28) Fatal Funnel (9:50) Partial View Zone (11:53) Blind Zones/Dead Space (12:20) Immediate Danger Area (12:46) …

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Sandy Wall "The Long Road Home" 1:12:12

2+ y ago1:12:12

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On this episode we sit down with “Sandy” Wall. Sandy is a retired Master Peace Officer and a 28-year veteran of the Houston Police Department. He has worked in Patrol, Narcotics, and has served 22 years on the HPD SWAT Detail. He served as a Team Leader for more than 12 years. After Law Enforcement he worked for Safariland Group as Director of Trai…

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Sal Hernandez "Man Bun & Guns" 1:06:49

3y ago1:06:49

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On this episode we sit down with Sal Hernandez. Sal is currently a full time SWAT Officer for a large agency in Texas. He is a firearms instructor and part of our sniper team. I’ve been a Police Officer for 9 years. Prior to LE, he played D-1 college baseball. He's competed in several SWAT competitions prior to The Tactical Games and he comes from …

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TTPOA Sniper Round Table "Math Disguised as Shooting" 2:20:54

3y ago2:20:54

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On this episode we sit down with the TTPOA Sniper Cadre and discuss SNIPING and all things Sniper. Mark Lang, Sean Harris, Mike Saxion and "The GOAT" Kelley Pirkle... These guys were a blast to sit down with and by far this was one of our favorite episodes to record.By TTPOA Host