Best Ryan Cleckner Podcasts (2025)

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Trigger Words 032 – Concealed Carry Insurance 23:33

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5y ago23:33

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In this episode, Ryan covers a really important topic, concealed carry insurance (ccw insurance), including what it actually is (hint, it’s not insurance) and the three main things to look for when choosing a provider. Complete show notes here! For individual ccw insurance reviews, check out GunUniversity:USCCA ReviewCCW Safe ReviewSecond Call Defe…

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Trigger Words 031 – California Mag Ban 18:58

5y ago18:58

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Ryan Cleckner follows up on his recent article – CA Mag Ban Explained. The ruling that the Cali mag ban violates your 2nd and 5th amendment rights. But, does that mean it’s now technically legal to buy magazines in California? Maybe not. Complete show notes here! Recent GunUniversity articles to check out: FFL License Types […] The post Trigger Wor…

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Trigger Words 030 – SOT Registration 19:34

5+ y ago19:34

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In this episode, Ryan talks about what an SOT is, what it can do, and how to register. He covers the 3 classes of special occupational taxpayers for making, importing, and/or selling NFA firearms like silencers, machine guns, etc. June is the time of year for SOT renewals and registering to become an SOT because […] The post Trigger Words 030 – SOT…

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Trigger Words 029 – Online Concealed Carry Permits 19:03

5+ y ago19:03

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Wondering if online Concealed Carry Permits are legitimate? Good news, they are! But you have to be mindful of where they are, and are not, valid. Learn more from Ryan by listening in as he explains what options are available to you and regardless of the method you choose to get your ccw, or the […] The post Trigger Words 029 – Online Concealed Car…

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Trigger Words 028 – ATF Licensed FFL Premises Letter & ITAR Changes 24:52

5+ y ago24:52

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Despite everything going on right now, there’s been a lot of great news for our industry! Tune in with Ryan as he gets into some of the highlights. The ATF recently sent out a letter addressing concerns and questions many have right now about operating during this pandemic. Ryan delves into what they had to […] The post Trigger Words 028 – ATF Lice…

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Trigger Words 027 – 80% Receivers 22:33

6y ago22:33

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80% receivers / Learn from Ryan Cleckner – what are they, how can you legally make them, marketing requirements and how to be careful with what you’re doing. Complete show notes here! The post Trigger Words 027 – 80% Receivers appeared first on Firearms Radio Network.By Jackie

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Trigger Words 026 – New ATF AR-15 Pistol Guidelines 17:40

6y ago17:40

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If you want to know more about the new ATF guidance regarding AR-15 pistols, tune in. Ryan Cleckner provides in-depth explanations along with seasoned tips to help you stay compliant. Please check out my Instagram Just kicked off a new veteran-owned venture, this time with my wife, Musket & Hatchet! If you want to help […] The post Trigger Words 02…

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Trigger Words 025 – Foreign Persons 23:21

6+ y ago23:21

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Ryan delves into how we can deal with foreign persons and firearm possession, as well as foreign persons and information. Links included to the specific laws discussed. Complete show notes here! The post Trigger Words 025 – Foreign Persons appeared first on Firearms Radio Network.By Jackie

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Trigger Words 24 – Is Benchmade Anti-Gun? 15:32

6+ y ago15:32

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Ryan discusses the latest online outrage, Benchmade destroying guns and contributing to anti-gun Democrat politicians. A few points are discussed about the issue including: Is destroying guns always bad? Was a felony committed by making a short barreled shotgun? Where are Benchmade’s campaign contributions going? Do we lose when we turn on ourselve…

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Trigger Words 023 – Bump Stock Ban Summary 23:59

7y ago23:59

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Bump Stock Ban Summary “Bump-fire stocks” have effectively been banned for average gun-owners. The Trump administration has “re-defined” these devices as machine guns and is giving American citizens 90 days to turn them in or destroy them or they will be felons! Tune-in as Ryan explains: What bump-firing is What a bump-stock is What a […] The post …

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Trigger Words 022 – NFA Definitions 30:28

7y ago30:28

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Do you know all about the National Firearms Act of 1934 (NFA)? It was legislation started after the attempted assassination of President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1933, which attempted to reduce prohibition-era gang violence. Tune in as Ryan breaks down all the definitions as they apply to this act! Silencers / Short Barreled Shotguns (SBS) / Short …

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Trigger Words 021 – The 3D Firearms Prohibition Act H.R. 7115 17:14

7y ago17:14

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Do you know what the H.R. 7115 bill is proposing? If not, tune in for an in-depth explanation of the proposed house bill which Ryan believes prohibits too much and is overbroad. He provides you with a breakdown of the 3 major changes it proposes to current gun laws. Complete show notes here!! The post Trigger Words 021 – The 3D Firearms Prohibition…

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Trigger Words 020 – How to Own a Machinegun 23:59

7y ago23:59

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http://traffic.libsyn.com/gunguyradio/TW_020_-_How_to_Own_a_Machinegun.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: RSS HOW TO OWN A MACHINE GUN They’re actually legal for most Americans to own! Listen in as Ryan explains all the details of how it’s legal, what is legal and all the steps to take in order to ensure you’re in compliance with…

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Trigger Words 019 – Traveling with Firearms 21:05

7y ago21:05

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Ryan gives the all the insight you need when it comes to traveling with firearms and ammunition including flying and driving out-of-state. Complete show notes here! The post Trigger Words 019 – Traveling with Firearms appeared first on Firearms Radio Network.By Jackie

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Trigger Words 018 – 3D Gun Printing Controversy 24:11

7y ago24:11

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Ryan gives you the breakdown on the latest gun controversy, 3-D printing with insight on ITAR and the Export Control Reform Initiative! Complete show notes here! https://firearmsradio.tv/trigger-words/ The post Trigger Words 018 – 3D Gun Printing Controversy appeared first on Firearms Radio Network.By Jackie

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Trigger Words 017 – Shipping Firearms 30:57

7+ y ago30:57

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Helpful suggestions from Ryan on shipping firearms both in-state and across state lines including tips about the major carrier options. Complete show notes here! The post Trigger Words 017 – Shipping Firearms appeared first on Firearms Radio Network.By Jackie

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Trigger Words 016 – Justiciability and Levels of Scrutiny 32:08

7+ y ago32:08

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Ryan doubles back and dives into a topic from last episode: how a court looks at consitutional law cases to include standards of reveiw for different types of cases and when a court has the authority to hear a case. The post Trigger Words 016 – Justiciability and Levels of Scrutiny appeared first on Firearms Radio Network.…

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Trigger Words 015 – AWB 2018 and Dicks Lawsuit 28:13

7+ y ago28:13

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Ryan discusses the newly proposed Assault Weapons Ban and the lawsuit against Dick’s and Walmart for banning long-gun sales to those under 21 years old. The post Trigger Words 015 – AWB 2018 and Dicks Lawsuit appeared first on Firearms Radio Network.By cleckner

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Trigger Words 014 – NFA Trusts 21:38

7+ y ago21:38

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Ryan explores what NFA trusts are and whether you should use one. The post Trigger Words 014 – NFA Trusts appeared first on Firearms Radio Network.By cleckner

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Trigger Words 013 – Armor Piercing Ammunition 30:47

7+ y ago30:47

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Based on the recent news of an ammunition vendor being arrested and charged in connection with the Las Vegas shooting, Ryan discusses the federal laws on Armor Piercing Ammunition. The post Trigger Words 013 – Armor Piercing Ammunition appeared first on Firearms Radio Network.By cleckner

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Trigger Words 012 – Franklin Armory Reformation 36:47

7+ y ago36:47

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If you’ve been wondering how you’re going to apply all of this new firearms legal information from this podcast to the real world….this episode is for you! Franklin Armory broke the firearm-related internet last week with the announcement of their Reformation firearm. They claim that it isn’t a rifle, shotgun, nor NFA firearm. However, the […] The …

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Trigger Words 011 – CA Ammo Law, Foreign Persons, Background Checks 29:59

7+ y ago29:59

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Ryan talks about California’s brand new ammunition law which bans internet ammo sales and requires all ammunition transactions to occur “face-to-face.” It also requires most sellers of ammunition to obtain a special ammunition seller’s permit. Gun dealers (FFLs) in California are exempt from this. For more, see: https://rocketffl.com/california-amm…

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Trigger Words 010 – Machine Guns and Bump-Fire Stocks 32:51

7+ y ago32:51

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Ryan explores the federal definition of machine guns and how the ATF is seeking to include bump-fire stocks within the definition. Ryan’s newest project: Mayday Safety, a program for family, business, and church safety. The post Trigger Words 010 – Machine Guns and Bump-Fire Stocks appeared first on Firearms Radio Network.…

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Trigger Words 009 – ITAR, State Dept. 26:26

8y ago26:26

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Export controls – everyone’s favorite topic. 🙂 Ryan covers the very basics of export controls, including the differences between State Dept. and Dept. of Commerce, and he explains how you might unwittingly be part of an illegal export without ever sending anything out of the country! He also explains some good news about an initiative […] The post …

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Trigger Words 008 – Judicial Review, Marbury v. Madison 32:11

8y ago32:11

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You wanted Ryan to dive a little deeper into the Constitutional law weeds and you got it! Ryan gives a tiny sample of a lecture that he normally gives his college students about how the Supreme Court made a creative power-grab. We hope that you enjoy this brief history lesson in American politics – we […] The post Trigger Words 008 – Judicial Revie…

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Trigger Words 007 – Infringing on Rights and NICS Checks 32:21

8y ago32:21

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Ryan reviews the last episode’s topic of Constitutional rights and explains how the government can, and does, infringe upon our rights. As a recent example, Ryan discusses a recent Florida case that the Supreme Court decided not to hear – and what that might mean. Ryan also explains what NICS checks are and how they […] The post Trigger Words 007 –…

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Trigger Words 006 – Bill of Rights 36:28

8y ago36:28

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Ryan dives back into the basics of firearms law by explaining our Bill of Rights. Most important, he explains how the Constitution does NOT give us any rights. Instead, we already have our rights and our Constitution protects our rights from government intrusion. The various branches of the federal government are discussed. Ryan also talks about [……

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Trigger Words 005 – Firearms as Gifts 28:05

8y ago28:05

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It’s the time of year where people start wanting firearms as gifts and, hopefully, people start thinking about giving firearms as gifts. Contrary to what some believe, it is perfectly legal to purchase a firearm from a gun store/FFL as a gift for someone else. But, there are a couple of important nuances to buying […] The post Trigger Words 005 – F…

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Trigger Words 004 – Prohibited Persons 27:07

8y ago27:07

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Continuing with the basics of firearms laws, we dive into the definition of Prohibited Persons – those who can’t possess firearms nor ammunition. Ryan goes through the definition, explains some of the nuances of certain parts (it can get tricky) and uses it as an example to show how multiple parts of federal firearms laws […] The post Trigger Words…

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Trigger Words 003 – Good Motivation Bad Judgment 32:05

8y ago32:05

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We start with a review of the basic legal definitions from the last episode then we apply them to real world scenarios. First, a primer on the definition of silencers (yes, silencers and not suppressors) and then we explore how products like the SilencerCo Maxim50 and the Springfield Armory Saint AR-15 Pistol were created with […] The post Trigger …

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Trigger Words 002 – Firearm Definitions 31:59

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We’re starting with the basics – federal firearm definitions. What is a firearm, what isn’t technically considered a firearm, and what makes a rifle, shotgun, and handgun unique? Live broadcast of this show are available on the the Trigger Words FaceBook Page This episode brought to you by RocketFFL, your best source for getting an […] The post Tri…

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Trigger Words 001 – Voir Dire 16:19

8y ago16:19

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Former special operations (1/75) sniper, bestselling author, firearm industry executive and attorney Ryan Cleckner discussing all things guns, law and politics. Ryan's engaging demeanor and straight talk on complex topics will have you instantly hooked on this great podcast! The post Trigger Words 001 – Voir Dire appeared first on Firearms Radio Ne…