Active Self Protection Podcast
Active Self Protection Podcast shares true stories of self-defense encounters from the people who lived them. The show aims to help listeners protect themselves and their loved ones from criminal violence. Topics include the Second Amendment, defensive firearms use, martial arts, and less lethal tools. The podcast features real-life accounts of life-or-death situations.
Episodes
The Gutowski Files: NRA VS. The 1791 (NRA) Foundation
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss developments in the ongoing dispute between the NRA membership organization and the 1791 Foundation (formerly the NRA Foundation) regarding the distribution of funds donated to the foundation by NRA members as the Attorney General for the District of Columbia sides with
A Series Of VERY Unfortunate Events -Adrian
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender Adrian and discuss a series of very serious criminal events at his home in a very exclusive area of Los Angeles and how they led to him hardening his home defenses and arming himself as well.Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect th
The Gutowski Files: Survey Says 40 MILLION AR-15s In The Hands Of Private Citizens In The U.S.
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss a recent survey of Americans that shows that there are approximately 40,000,000 AR-15 pattern rifles in the hands of private citizens in the White States and shoes that the demographics of gun owners are changing as well.Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane,
Ohio Cop Earns Special Pants Patch During Insane Shootout! -Ali
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with Ohio Police Officer Ali and discuss the day he was working a special assignment to rid his city of nefarious ne'er-do-wells when the call came out that an armored car had been robbed at gunpoint and the chase was on. Little did he know that a multi-city, 130+ MPH chase and insane home invasion and gun battle was about to ensue.
The Gutowski Files: Will The NFA Reforms Stifle Legal Challenges?
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss the possibility that recent reforms to the National Firearms Act might make future legal challenges more difficult for plaintiffs and then we discuss a ruling in a federal court regarding a Massachusetts law banning possession and sales of semiautomatic firearms to perso
Road Rage Leads To Gun Battle! - Brandon
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender Brandon and discuss he and his wife were on their way to do some shopping when they found themselves in the sights of an angry, armed, wanted felon who decided that the appropriate response to their traffic disagreement was to pull a gun and start shooting at their car and how its spiraled out of control in a matter of
The Gutowski Files: Federal Judge's Ruling Questions SCOTUS' Decision On "Ghost Gun" Kits
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss a recent federal court ruling the legality of so-called "Ghost Gun' kits and we detail the rulings finer points.Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their l
Why I Walked Away From The Badge -B.J.
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with former Sheriff's Deputy B.J. and discuss his time as a law enforcement officer and why just prior to hitting the street as a patrolman he turned in his badge and gun and walked away and why he wants other cops to hear his story. Get your POM OC Spray here: get-asp.com/pomActive Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, m
The Gutowski Files: There is More To The NFA's Apparent Legal Defeat Than Meets The Eye
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss what the recent legal wrangling surrounding the National Firearms Act might mean and why it is important to understand who does and does not have legal standing in this case.Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of li
Defender ARRESTED For OC Use! -Funk
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender Funk and discuss the night he was attempting to break up a large fight at the restaurant where he worked when he deployed OC spray and events transpired that eventually lead to his arrest and processing for assault and battery charges. Get Your POM OC Spray Here: get-asp.com/pomActive Self Protection exists to help goo
The Gutowski Files: Federal Judge Strikes Down MOST Of the NFA
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss a recent ruling by a federal judge that calls into question the "non-tax" tax of the National Firearms Act and why it could spell the end of large portions of that act.Register for the Active Self Protection national conference here: https://fhftc.org/bullets-b
What If Pepper Spray Doesn't Work? -Woody
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender Woody and discuss the day he and his dog were suddenly attacked by a loose pit bull and what transpired after he tried to use OC spray to deter the attack and it proved ineffective.Hit this link to sign up for the Active Self Protection National Conference: https://fhftc.org/bullets-bibles-conference/Active Self Protect
The Gutowski Files: Is The VA AR-15 Ban Already Dead?
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss how the Virginia court injunction putting the AR-15 sale/transfer ban on hold has been extended to include prohibiting enforcement by all law enforcement agencies and how the VA Attorney General's office appears to have waved the white flag for now. Active Self Prote
Armed Defender Saves Lives And Gets FIRED For It -David
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender and former store manager David and discuss the night he was working as three men entered his cell phone store, pushed him to the back room implying that they had a gun, forced him to unlock the safe that held the unissued phones and started throwing them in a duffel bag when they lost sight of him as he remembered he ha
The Gutowski Files: 5th Circuit Takes On Possible Landmark Case
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss a Fifth Circuit Court Of Appeals case that has the potential to redefine federal gun control laws as they exist. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their loved one
Library Closed For Chaos! -Andrea
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with former librarian and self defender Andrea and discuss the night she and her coworkers were locking up for the night when an agitated man pushed past one of them as they were closing the door and demanded to be helped and how despite being the junior employee, Andrea took charge, talked the man down and restored calm. Active Self Pro
The Gutowski Files: Third Circuit Strikes Down New Jersey's AR Ban
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss a recent ruling out of the Third Circuit Court Of Appeals overturning New Jersey's ban on AR style rifles and high capacity magazines and how it might affect a case currently before the Supreme Court . Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, p
Draw To First Shot REALLY Matters: Defender Beats Bad Guy To The First Shot -Trey
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender Trey and discuss the night he was coming home late from work when a stranger approached his car and started to draw a gun and what Trey was forced to do in response. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their loved
The Gutowski Files: 8th Circuit Just Says No To Drugs
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss a recent 8th Circuit Court Of Appeals decision regarding a case similar to a recent SCOTUS case (U.S. v. Hemani) wherein the 8th circuit decided (unlike the Supreme Court) that an individual found to be a regular marijuana user could be stripped of their 2nd amendment ri
Justice Denied: Former Ranger On Trial For Attempted Murder! -Barry Todd
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with former U.S. Army Ranger, Author and self defender Barry Todd and discuss the night he was out with his wife and some friends when he was brutally attacked by two men and was forced to defend himself with his firearm The story recounts the events of that night and the ensuing months when he was fighting for his freedom against a crimi
The Gutowski Files: SCOTUS Takes AR-15 Ban Case!
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss the news that the SCOTUS has agreed to take up an AR-15 ban case that has the potential to decide the issue of "assault weapons" bans for good. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effective
Dad SHOOTS Charging Pit Bull Inches From His Child! -Jesse
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with father and self defender Jesse and discuss the day he was on his way to the park with his family and two small dogs when out of nowhere they were charged by a clearly agitated pit bull and how he had seconds to draw his snub nose revolver and react before his small daughter was potentially attacked. Jesse's encounter was caught o
The Gutowski Files: SCOTUS Strikes Down The Vampire And VA Court Stymies AR Ban
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss the recent SCOTUS decision striking down the so-called Hawaii "vampire law" that would require businesses to positively post signage indicating that CCW holders could carry firearms in their businesses and then the boys discuss the Virginia court injunction del
Carjacker Shot In The FACE! -Bert
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with South African self defender Bert and discuss the day he was stopped at a light when armed, masked baddies decided to try to rob him at knifepoint and what he did to cause them immediate regret and why the South African police were worse than useless.https://youtu.be/GApg0TI2kTM?si=qxHQe1u0OzMn30jMActive Self Protection exists to help
The Gutowski Files: SCOTUS Ruling Appears To Pave the Way For Gun Owners To Partake In The Devil's Lettuce
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss the recent SCOTUS ruling in which the court held 9-0 that simple regular marijuana use in and of itself should not equal disqualification for individuals to possess firearms. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of l
Supermarket Kerfuffle! -Nickolas
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with CCW holder and self defender Nickolas and discuss the night he made a midnight trek to his local grocery store when a distant produce section kerfuffle quickly became and approaching brouhaha and then eventually very nearby fracas and what he did in response. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent pe
The Gutowski Files: Should Multiple DUIs Mean Losing 2A Rights?
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss a recent ruling in the Washington State Supreme Court regarding the removal of gun rights from people with multiple convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol and then we talk about the Florida Attorney General's approach to defending their arm guns laws.
Active Shooter STOPPED By Prepared Defender! -Humberto
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with armed self defender Humberto and discuss the day a resident at the building he works at decided to start shooting in the lobby and how he responded. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their loved ones from criminal violence. O
The Gutowski Files: Is There A Divide In The NRA?
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss a rather complicated series of events involving the NRA and it's various component parts and how those parts might be splitting up and what that might mean moving forward.Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of l
Unfortunate Burglar Picks WRONG HOUSE! John Correia and James Correia
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with ASP founder John Correia and his son James Correia and discuss the night a crook (with terrible target selection) decided to scale a ladder and break into their home through a second story balcony door where he was swiftly met with far more (and less clothed) resistance than his drug-addled mind could have anticipated.Active Self Pro
The Gutowski Files: What Happened To The DOJ Gun Rights Restoration Plan?
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss the slow, halting progress of the DOJ's promised gun rights restoration plan and then the guys talk football for way too long. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves a
Road Rager SURPRISED By Red And Blue Lights! -Danny
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with Danny and discuss the day he witnessed a driver road rage another driver only to realize that it was an unmarked police car. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their loved ones from criminal violence. On the ASP Podcast you wi
The Gutowski Files: Do Voters Care About Guns Going Into The Midterms?
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss what role if any gun rights or gun politics might play in how people vote in this year's midterm elections. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their loved ones
Methew Madness In Maine! -David
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender David and discuss the night he was wrapping up his night when loud banging at his door alerted him that something was amiss, a frantic woman running into his house confirmed it and THEN things got weird. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectiv
The Gutowski Files: VA Gov. Spanberger SIGNS New Gun Restrictions Into Law
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss the new restrictive gun laws that Virginia Governor Spanberger just signed into law and the many legal challenges that are sure to follow.Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect thems
Yes, Alaska Is Still Weird -Wes
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender and Alaska resident Wes and discuss two incidents that happened weeks apart where his fellow Alaskans prove that Alaska, while ruggedly beautiful and independent is still populated with some rather interesting personalities. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of
The Gutowski Files: Is The ATF Is HELPING Gun Owners?
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss some of the new rules laid out by the BATFand explain how they could actually streamline the gun buying process and fundamentally change the way people purchase firearms. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life
Delivery Leads To A Nightmare -Jerrell
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender Jerrell and discuss the day his delivery shift led to him being involved in a simple non-injury accident that devolved into him running for his life from a group of dysfunctional, violent losers. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively pr
The Gutowski Files: New ATF Director And A Slew Of New Rules
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss President trump's newly minted permanent BATF director and the recent batch of new rules released by the agency and why (this time at least) it's not bad news for gun rights folks. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in
A Day In The Park Goes Terribly Wrong -Jason
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with father and self defender Jason and discuss the day he took his young daughter to Balboa Park on a beautiful day in San Diego to ride her E-Bike when the day turned ugly as she was accosted by a stranger and things went terribly wrong. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life
The Gutowski Files: VA House REJECTS Some Of Gov. Spanberger's Gun Restrictions
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and follow up on last week's discussion of Virginia's bill proposing expansive firearms restrictions and discuss the legislature rejecting some of the key changes that Governor Spanberger requested when she sent the bills back. Also Stephen and Mike talk about the DOJ's
They Call Them "Danger Tacos" -Craig
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender Craig and discuss the day he went out for tacos with friends and ended up in the middle of a violent dispute with a former employee and his rather large, violent friend. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their l
The Gutowski Files: Virginia Gun Ban Bill Sent BACK To State House By Governor
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss the recent controversial anti-gun legislation in Virginia that Governor Spanberger sent back to the legislature with recommendations for further restrictions. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effe
First Amendment Auditor Blesses Grandma With the Hot Sauce! -Liberty Troll (Zach)
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with first amendment auditor Zach (Liberty Troll) and discuss the day he was outside a cannabis dispensary filming the comings and goings when a patient/customer took umbrage at his presence and decided to accost him and how he opted to use OC spray to dissuade her from her assault. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober
The Gutowski Files: The Confusing Stance Of The DOJ On Gun Policy
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss what The Reload calls the schizophrenic nature of the DOJ's current stance on guns and the 2nd Amendment. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their loved ones f
Prepared Father Protects Family From Charging Dog! -Nathan
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with father and self defender Nathan and discuss the day he was out walking with his wife and infant child when they were attacked by a large angry dog and what he did to protect himself and his family. get-asp.com/pomActive Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively p
The Gutowski Files: AG Bondi Dismissal 2A Implications
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss the recent dismissal of Attorney General Pam Bondi and what her replacement might mean for the Trump administration's gun policy moving forward. Then we discuss a recent brief filed by the North Carolina chapter of the ACLU on behalf of a criminal defendant in a proh
Cop Races To STOP Active Shooter! -Dylan
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with police officer Dylan and discuss the night he was working patrol when the relative peace was shattered when he was just a block away as dispatch reported shots fired at the local Walmart. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and thei
The Gutowski Files: Texas Gun-Free Zone Law Upheld
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss a recent ruling in Texas where a Trump-appointed judge upheld a law enacting gun free places and we delve into why the state didn't even send a representative to defend the law. Additionally, Stephen talks about his recent experience instructing journalism students o
When A Stranger Calls -Brian
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender Brian and discuss the night he was relaxing with his wife and children when a random stranger began beating on his door in what appeared to be an attempt to break into his house and what Brian did in response.Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effe
The Gutowski Files: Biden Pistol Brace Rule Gone...Or Is It?
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss the rather confusing recent series of events surrounding the Biden era SBR pistol brace rule issued by the ATF.Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their loved ones
Neighbor Threatens To Shoot Dogs! -John
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender and U.S. Navy veteran John and discuss two incidents involving an angry neighbor and how he responded when the neighbor threatened to shoot and kill his dogs. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their loved ones f
The Gutowski Files: New VA AR-15 Ban Will Be Tough To Reverse
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss why it will be a tough road for Virginians who are hoping to see the state's new AR-15 ban reversed for a number of reasons and why it's possible that it could be decided by the Supreme Court eventually. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, mo
He Threatened To "Pop" Everyone -Tyler
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender Tyler and discuss the day he was in a store minding his own business when an angry man made himself known, threatened to start shooting people and then went to his car and started digging around in his trunk. This episode delves into third party encounters and whether we should stay or go when given the option.Active Se
The Gutowski Files: 3 BIG 2A Stories
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss several news stories involving the second amendment. D.C.'s high court struck down magazine capacity limits while Virginia is poised to restrict them AND ban the sale or transfer of many popular firearms including AR-15s. We also discuss the SCOTUS oral arguments reg
The Carjacking That Wasn't -Andrea
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with firearms instructor Andrea and discuss the day she was driving to work when a young man she had seen around the neighborhood suddenly opened her passenger door and got in her car and what she did next and what lessons were learned in the process. . Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all
SWAT Commander Talks Active Shooter Prevention
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with retired SWAT commander and trainer Gene Patrino and discuss personal safety and active killer identification and prevention,https://www.survivalresponsellc.comActive Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their loved ones from criminal vi
The Gutowski Files: The Reload Dives Deep Into The Epstein Files
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss The Reload's recent deep dive into the files released by the DOJ regarding Jeffrey Epstein and how there is a tie-in to the firearms world and then we talk about pending gun legislation in the state of Virginia.Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober,
Trooper Gets SHOT IN AN AMBUSH But FIGHTS BACK! -Tpr. Tye Simcox
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with Colorado State Trooper Tye Simcox and discuss the day he was finishing up some paperwork in his patrol car when out of nowhere he came under withering gunfire in an ambush, was shot through his shooting arm and how he gathered himself, grabbed his patrol rifle and got to work. https://youtu.be/9fxP4tPpF_Y?si=vkTRz9QAXbtx3rS9Active S
The Gutowski Files: New York State FORCED To Grant CCWs For Non-residents
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss an ongoing legal battle involving a Florida lawyer and 3D printed firearms details on the internet and then we discuss an encouraging series of wins for out-of-state or non-resident CCW issuance. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent peo
Knock knock (Only He DIDN't Knock) -Clark
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender Clark and discuss the day a man walked into his home unannounced and how Clark reacted and then what went down the second time it happened! . Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their loved ones from criminal viol
The Gutowski Files: Trump's ATF Nominee Sails Through
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss President Trump's ATF nominee and US Attorney Pirro's controversial statements about guns in D.C.Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their loved ones from c
My Ex-stepdad Tried To EXECUTE My Mom! -Kegan
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender Kegan and discuss the day his mother was eating at a restaurant when her ex-husband appeared, walked up to her, drew a gun from his pocket, pointed it at her head and pulled the trigger. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themse
Road Rage In The Company Truck! -Mike
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender Mike and discuss his recent commute home in his company truck and how it was interrupted when a very angry man in HIS company truck and trailer decided to follow him home and strongly express his displeasure at Mike's driving abilities. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people i
The Gutowski Files: Virginia Looks To BAN Popular Rifles and Magazines
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss legislation that is making it's way through the halls of the Virginia state house that would ban large swaths of popular rifles and shotguns and would also ban magazines with more than 10 rounds capacity AND include provisions that would require residents to turn in
Bail Bondsman Talks Bail, Bounty Hunting & Domestic Violence -David Stuckman
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with bail bondsman and former bounty hunter David Stuckman, President of the Professional Bail Agents of the United States (PBUS) and discuss topics ranging from how bail and bond works to how to spot and deal with possible problems in your own home and family. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233Active Self Protection exist
The Gutowski Files: Potato Silencers and HUGE SCOTUS Cases Pending
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss a Maryland appeals court case and a Hawaii SCOTUS case both regarding the so-called "Vampire Rule" and a man successfully registered a potato as a silencer with the BATFE. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life
Officer Shoots Suspect Who Stole His Gun! -Jay
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with former police officer Jay and discuss the day he was confronting a group of suspects when one that he was patting down turned on him, disarmed him and attempted to shoot him, forcing him to shoot the suspect with his backup gun and about the community outcry that ensued.https://www.fastest4seconds.com/Active Self Protection exists to
Gun Pulled During Robbery In A Parking Lot! -Dave
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with armed self defender Dave and discuss the day he and his family were on vacation getting groceries when a woman approached his family, drew a gun and demanded money and how he was forced to act. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves an
The Gutowski Files NYE Extravaganza!
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss the Hawaii SCOTUS case and some goings-on at DOJ surrounding switchblades.Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their loved ones from criminal violence. On the ASP Po
Armed Defender Gets GUN PULLED On Him! -Justin
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender Justin and discuss the night he was going to visit a friend when he pulled into the wrong driveway and was greeted by a man holing a pistol and why pulling his own gun wasn't the best course of action. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectivel
Halloween Nightmare: STABBED In The Chest! -Aaron
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with Aaron and discuss the Halloween night when one minute he was handing out candy in front of his home and the next he was stabbed him in the chest and fighting for his life. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their loved ones f
The Gutowski Files: 5th Circuit: Are Silencers Covered Under The 2nd Amendment?
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss a recent update to a case in the 5th Circuit regarding an appeal in which the defendant is asserting that silencers are covered by the Second Amendment.Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively
CCW Holder And POM User Meets Real Life "Methew" At The Lake! -David
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender David and discuss the day he went to his usual spot to workout and go for a run when his routine was interrupted by an angry man (who appeared to be under the influence of something) who challenged David to a fight and began to assault him. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people
The Gutowski Files: New DOJ Civil Rights Division 2A Office
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss a recent DOJ announcement of a new office within the civil rights division dedicated to protecting the gun rights of "law-abiding" citizens.https://www.justice.gov/crt/second-amendment-sectionActive Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, pruden
POM OC Averts Possible Assault! -Andrew
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender Andrew and discuss the day he had a run-in with a neighbor where he used POM pepper spray to deter an attack. watch.activeselfprotection.comget-asp.com/pomActive Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of life to more effectively protect themselves and their loved ones from c
The Gutowski Files: Inside The DOJ Gun Rights Restoration Battle
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss deliberations surrounding the formation of the DOJ's proposed process for gun rights restoration for certain convicted felons and what gun control and gun rights groups have to say about it .Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent peop
Gun Shop Robbery STOPPED COLD! -Shep
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with former federal agent and current reserve police officer Shep and discuss the day when a customer at his gun shop asked to be shown a firearm and then decided to try to make a break for it with the gun in hand! Annual App Deal here: https://watch.activeselfprotection.com/checkout/new?o=217810&d=BFANNUALMonthly App Deal Here: http
The Gutowski Files: DOJ And The Second Amendment
On this installment of the Gutowski Files we sit down with investigative reporter Stephen Gutowski of thereload.com and discuss a couple of articles on his site about the DOJ and the Second Amendment. One involves Hawaii's so-called "Vampire Rule" and how the DOJ filed a brief in support of gun rights while at the same time supporting the existence of the NFAActive Self Protection e
STALKED With Kids In The Car! -Austin
This week on the Active Self Protection Podcast we sit down with self defender and former correctional officer Austin and discuss the night he was driving home with his young niece and nephew when a car started following him turn for turn and what he did when the police said they couldn't help them. Active Self Protection exists to help good, sane, sober, moral, prudent people in all walks of
