Gun Freedom Radio

Our guest today is Ed Monk. Ed is the Owner of Last Resort Firearms Training. With experience as a law enforcement officer, schoolteacher, firearms trainer, and Army officer, Ed has researched and provided training on the Active Killer threat for nearly 20 years. He has trained School Resource Officers and other Law Enforcement Officers, armed staffs of public schools, and church security teams on countering the Active Killer. Ed has just published his new book, titled First 30 Seconds. 1) Why is the title of your book, “First 30 Seconds”? 2) What got you started in the Active Shooter topic? 3) What kind of training do you provide for those who want to be better prepared? 4) Where do you provide training? Originally Aired 8.22.25

Our guests today are Jan Ennenga & Beth Rees, of Armed Women of America. Jan Marie Ennenga is the executive director for Armed Women of America and Beth Rees is a Certified Meeting Professional and the founder of REES | The Event Runner™️. Beth specializes in creating memorable experiences for purpose-driven start-ups, corporations, small businesses, associations, and nonprofits, including Armed Women of America. 1) Jan, AWA is an amazing women's firearm training organization. What makes AWA unique and special? 2) Beth, AWA has partnered with POG Auctions for the second year to run a benefit auction. Tell us about the auction. (Tues, Aug 26th, 6:pm PT) 3) Jan, why are fundraisers important for the organization? 4) Beth, if anyone listening is wanting to support and donate to AWA, what is the best way to do that? 5) Jan, someone listening is thinking, “There's not a chapter near me, but I'd love to start one.” What do they do to get started? 6) Jan & Beth, how do people follow the work you do, both separat

Our guest today is Colonel Rob Maness. Rob is a retired Air Force Colonel, a former wing and squadron commander, a veteran of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, a survivor of the 9/11 Pentagon Attack, a Graduate of the U.S. Navy War College and Harvard Kennedy School, a former U.S. Senate Candidate, the Chairman of GatorPAC, CEO and Owner of Iron Liberty Group LLC, and the Host of The Rob Maness Show on WorldViewTube. 1) In addition to all of the other amazing things on your resume, you also serve on the Board of the Second Amendment Institute, and SAI has a big annual event coming up. Can you tell us about that? (https://www.sainational.org/champion) 2) As someone who has served in the Air Force, you have a unique perspective on the President of the United States’ role as Commander-in-Chief. In that vein, how do you see the impact of former President Biden's mental health issues? 3) President Trump just made a trip to the Middle East. What are some of your major takeaways from that? 4) We are just past the fi

Our guest today is Daniel Corbett. Daniel has served as an elite Navy SEAL operator, as part of SEAL Teams 5, 6, and 17. He’s now an entrepreneur and the author of American Mercenary. 1) People really need to read your book to get the whole story, but in a nutshell, how did a nice mercenary like you end up in a prison in Serbia? 2) Your story has been picked up by a production company. What can you tell us about that? 3) Is there a significance to your choosing the word Mercenary as opposed to “Contractor,” as many others in your line of work have used? 4) Throughout the book, your connection and dedication to your parents, especially your mom, stand out. The dangerous and secretive work you do must be hard on the family waiting at home. How does your family handle the unknown aspects of your life? 5) Your bio mentions that you have become an entrepreneur. Tell us what business ventures, besides finding “Unique Solutions To Unique Problems,” you are engaged in? 6) It might surprise people to hear that Americ

Our guest today is Zach Lauer. Zach is deeply committed to faith, family, and freedom, and believes the government should serve the people over special interests. He was actively involved in the RFK Jr. campaign and played a key role in the MAGA-MAHA alliance in Arizona during Donald Trump’s recent presidential campaign. He is running for Phoenix City Council in District 4 to Take Back Phoenix from out-of-touch politicians and special interests and return local government to the citizens it is supposed to serve. 1) Why did you decide to run for Phoenix City Council? 2) What is Take Back Phoenix's mission? 3) Where have we seen the biggest failures with the current council and mayor? 4) Why is the right to keep and bear arms important, and how can a City Councilperson impact that right (for better or for worse)? 5) How do you plan to be different and start serving the people? Originally Aired 5.26.25

Our guest today is Shirley Watral. Shirley is the author of Amazon bestseller Heels to Holster, a motivational speaker, and a firearms instructor. She serves as the Women for Gun Rights Florida state director; member of the Florida Carry Board. Heels to Holster is a memoir of how she discovered the warrior inside as she survived an abusive relationship and thrived in the aftermath. To reach more victims of domestic violence, she has written a movie script for Heels to Holster and has recently completed the filming of the movie. 1) Why did you to write and book Heels to Holster, and how did it become a film project? 2) Was there a difference in writing a movie script and a book? 3) What was it like watching actors act out your story? 4) What was it like being a part of making a movie of your story? 5) How involved were you in shaping the final product while the filming was being done? 6) Was any part of the filming emotional for you? Originally Aired 5.23.25

Our guest today is Ocean Rasso. Ocean is a dynamic 14-year-old voice in the fight for liberty and conservative values. At just 14 years old, this passionate advocate has already made waves as a speaker and champion of freedom, faith, and community involvement. Ocean inspires others to engage in local governance and stand firm in their beliefs. 1) What inspired you to become such a passionate advocate for freedom and liberty, and how has your faith shaped your mission? 2) You seem to truly understand that, “Freedom is always at risk of extinction.” What are the biggest threats to liberty you see today, and how can people actively counter them? 3) You’ve publicly supported US Congressman Andy Biggs for Arizona’s governor. What qualities or policies make him the right leader for the state, in your view? 4) Apathy is truly our biggest hurdle: How do you approach motivating people who feel disconnected or apathetic about political or civic engagement? 5) How can younger generations be encouraged to embrace the fig

Our guest today is Michael Anthony. Michael is an author, coach, entrepreneur, and full-time traveler on a mission to impact 100,00 lives! His new book, Life Is Dope: 15 Stories of Hard-Won Hope and the Power of Perseverance, is sparking a movement around resilience and real-world growth. 1) The title of this episode is from your book. Tell us why you say that “The Future Is a Fairy Tale”? 2) Many of our listeners invest time and money in preparedness, whether self-defense, bug-out bags, or growing their own food. But, you suggest that sometimes the real struggles to overcome and battles to win can be within ourselves. 3) What was the driving force for writing this book? Where does your passion to help others come from? 4) Being self-reliant and independent-minded resonates throughout your book. Tell us why you say that “Success Isn’t About Winning by Someone Else’s Rules”? 5) What do you say to people who feel like the success ship has sailed for them? They are too old or have made too many mis-steps or mi

Our guest today is Reverend Kenn Blanchard. Kenn was once known internationally as the Black Man With A Gun. Before Google and Facebook existed, he played a monumental role in laying the groundwork for national concealed carry, the Heller Decision, and HR 218, the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act. Today, he is a musician and caregiver for his wife. He has a new book called Finding Joy in the Blues available on Amazon. 1) You were our very first guest on GFR, and much has happened in the past ten years since we first met. But, one thing hasn’t changed, and that is that you have been Serving others your entire life. From your time in the Military, law enforcement, 2A Advocacy, and now your wife in her time of health needs. What drives you to show up in all of these roles? 2) Your wife is still recovering from a brain tumor. Your retirement years have not worked out the way you planned. Yet, you write a book about joy. Tell us about that. 3) One of the chapters in your book is called “A Preacher and a Rabbi

Our guest today is Daniel Butierez. Daniel Butierez is a Candidate for US Congress in AZ CD7 in the 2025 Special Election. Dan is a lifelong Arizonan with deep roots stretching back over a century. He is a small business owner dedicated to creating opportunity and offering second chances. His businesses focus on employing individuals recovering from addiction or transitioning out of incarceration. In just one summer, Dan provided jobs to 63 people, many of them coming directly from halfway houses and working to overcome fentanyl addiction—a crisis driven by the challenges at the southern border. 1) You have a compelling personal story and personal battle for freedom. Tell us about that. 2) The Special Election has just been announced, and already there is an Election Integrity issue brewing. What is that all about? 3) The District you are running in has a major homeless issue. What are the reasons for this, and how will you fix the homeless problem in CD7? 4) Federal Legislation impacts us here in AZ. What

Our guest today is John Gilstrap. John is the New York Times bestselling author of award-winning action novels, including the Jonathan Grave and Victoria Emerson Thrillers. A master of action-driven suspense, former firefighter and EMT, and a nationally recognized weaponry and explosives safety expert, John is set to release his latest work titled, Burned Bridges. What can weapons nerds expect to geek out about in your upcoming release, Burned Bridges? Any interesting weapons or compelling scenes that speak to marksmen that you can tease? Most of your professional career, outside of being an author, has centered around weapons and explosives safety. How does someone first become interested in that kind of career?  As a safety consultant in Washington DC, I’m sure many unique problems and solutions crossed your desk. Is there a particularly interesting job you’d be willing to talk about? What’s something the average person doesn’t expect that this job handles?    Certainly, these experiences have informed you

On-Location Interview with Bill Romanelli, NSSF's Project ChildSafe Program, from the 2025 SHOT Show in Las Vegas. Bill Romanelli is an outdoor writer and avid hunter, angler and ab diver. He is also a spokesperson on behalf of the NSSF National Shooting Sports Foundation’s Project ChildSafe Program, where he works with firearm manufacturers, law enforcement, conservation groups and gun owners to emphasize the sporting community’s commitment to safety and responsibility, and to promote storing firearms securely when not in use. In his work with the National Shooting Sports Foundation, and in particular, NSSF’s Project ChildSafe program, he helps show how the hunting and shooting sports community, together with firearms industry, is leading the way on genuine gun safety across the US. SHOT Show (Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade Show) is an annual event held in Las Vegas, primarily for professionals in the firearms, ammunition, and outdoor industries. The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) hosts this

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On-Location Interview with Trampas Swanson, Owner of Swanson Media Group, from the 2025 SHOT Show in Las Vegas. Trampas Swanson is the Owner of Swanson Media Group and the Owner / Editor of Armed Lifestyle Magazine. He is an NRA & USCCA Firearms Instructor, USCCA Training Counselor and the co-founder of the Swanson Training Group located just outside Jacksonville, FL. Trampas is a former Deputy Sheriff in which he served as a SWAT sniper, as well as patrol supervisor, narcotics and investigations experience for almost 12 years before taking early retirement. A father of two young daughters, Trampas and his wife, Candace (also an NRA & USCCA Instructor) volunteer their free time to the national not for profit organization, The Well Armed Woman both nationally and their home State of Florida in Feb of 2013. They now assist over 700 ladies statewide. SHOT Show (Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade Show) is an annual event held in Las Vegas, primarily for professionals in the firearms, ammunition, and outdoor ind

On-Location Interview with Larry Zanoff of ISS, from the 2025 SHOT Show in Las Vegas. Larry Zanoff is the co-host of Hollywood Weapons: Fact or Fiction? on the Outdoor Channel, and has what many of us would consider a dream job, working in the Weapons Department of Independent Studio Services Props (ISS) , the largest rental armory in the film and Television industry, providing custom weapons manufacturing, actor training, on set armorer services, safety training, and more. Larry has been involved with firearms his entire life. A combat veteran of the Israeli army, Larry is P.O.S.T. Certified, holds a college degree in law enforcement and the administration of justice, and has worked in U.S. Law enforcement, as well as the privet security industry. An additional college degree in gunsmithing and firearms technology led to Larry holding several positions in the firearms manufacturing industry. The above life experience has led Larry to a position at ISS. Larry continues to be active outside the entertainmen

Our guest today is Mark W. Smith. Mark is a constitutional lawyer, professor, and host of the Four Boxes Diner 2nd Amendment channel. A member of the Supreme Court Bar, his works have been cited by federal courts and the US Supreme Court. Has also authored 8 books, including “Israel Disarmed”. His scholarly articles are featured in top law journals like the Harvard Journal of Law and Public Policy. 1) How do we find ourselves in a circumstance where the 2nd Amendment is being endlessly litigated? And how are we doing in the courts on the 2nd Amendment? 2) What are some common mistakes lawyers and judges make in 2A cases in the courts? 3) What is the purpose of your Four Boxes Diner 2A channel? 4) Do you think President Trump will help 2A rights? 5) How do people follow you? Originally Aired 3.5.25

Our guest today is Seak Smith. Seak is a wife, mother of three, a Patriot, a fierce warrior for children and the Founder of MOM & DAD Army. 1) Tell us about the mission of MomArmy and DadArmy. 2) You have a exciting event coming up in Phoenix in early May 2025. Tell us about that. 3) With the 2025 Elections behind us, there seems to be a major culture shift across the nation. What new opportunities and challenges do you anticipate? 4) We often hear in the mainstream media that “good moms” don’t own guns. You disagree. Why is the 2A important to moms? 5) How do average people get behind bills that protect our kids and families? 6) We often talk about the power of collaboration. What efforts do you have underway to engage with groups and organizations that advocate for our freedoms and values? 7) How do people follow you? Originally Aired on 3.7.25

Our guest today is Michael Infanzon. Michael is the Chief Lobbyist for the Arizona Citizens Defense League and Managing Partner at EPIC Policy Group and handles Government Affairs for the Arizona Firearms Industry Trade Association (AZFITA). 1) Currently in the state of AZ we have a Republican Majority in both the House and the Senate, however, the Governor is a Democrat who has made herself famous for using her veto powers over bills that come to her desk. How do you navigate that when it comes to gun bills? 2) Truly understanding bills requires that we have a full grasp of what the current laws are and how changing things might have unintended consequences. Even people who consider themselves pro-gun can write and support bad legislation simply because they aren’t thinking of the full scope of implications. How do you navigate these kinds of things? 3) What are the top three best & worst Bills you’ve navigated in AZ? 4) You value collaboration and are a big supporter of groups like Women For Gun Rights. Ho

On-Location Interview with Chris Cheng, History Channel’s Top Shot Season 4 Champion, from the 2025 SHOT Show in Las Vegas. Chris is a self taught amateur turned pro after beating 17 competitors to win $100,000, the title of “Top Shot” and a pro shooting contract with Bass Pro Shops. He’s worked in Silicon Valley for 15 years and is passionate about bringing new shooters into the gun community. Chris serves on both NRA and NSSF Outreach committees, and is on the board for Operation Blazing Sword and Pink Pistols, a pro-LGBT, pro-2A organization, as well as on the board for the Asian Pacific American Gun Owners Association known by their acronym APAGOA. APAGOA and Operation Blazing Sword submitted an amicus brief for an upcoming Supreme Court case (Ocean State Tactical vs Rhode Island) to challenge RI’s AW and high capacity magazine ban. We also submitted an AB to the famous Bruen case. Chris is also in the process of writing a war novel about The Purple Heart Battalion, a group of courageous Americans of

On-Location Interview with Paige Roux, firearms instructor and owner Some Chick Who Shoots LLC, from the 2025 SHOT Show in Las Vegas. Paige Roux is a firearms instructor and owner of Some Chick Who Shoots LLC, a platform and training academy to help others become comfortable with guns. Paige’s family has owned one of the largest indoor shooting ranges in Arizona, Shooter’s World, since 2002. Not only is this is where she grew up, but where she found her passion to be the voice for women in the firearms industry. As a Contributor for Turning Point USA, Paige travels around the country to speak to TPUSA student chapters about the importance of the 2nd Amendment and educate them on current gun policies. She is also the host of TPUSA’s weekly show, Reloaded, where viewers get an exclusive inside look on her life and family, running three indoor shooting ranges, being a young business owner, while trying to save our right to keep and bear arms. SHOT Show (Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade Show) is an annual eve