Gun Freedom Radio

Our guest today is Adam Kraut. Adam is the Executive Director of the Second Amendment Foundation. He is an attorney who has been practicing law in firearms related matters since the Fall of 2014 and has represented individuals, industry members, and pro-rights organizations in state and federal courts, as well as administrative matters. #1) Congratulations on your new position as Executive Director at Second Amendment Foundation! How this came about? #2) What will this position entail? #3) What challenges and opportunities does the SAF face in the near future? #4) How much does the recent Supreme Court decision in the Bruen v NY State Rifle & Pistol Association factor into those challenges and opportunities? #5) The SAF is one of the most active Pro-2A Organizations that litigates anti-2A laws. For a Member-Based Organization the cost of pressing these suits forward is tremendous. How can people help with the important work you and the SAF are doing?

Our guest today is Alan Myers. Alan Myers is a San Diego CPA and forensic accountant. For over a decade, he has dedicated himself to researching, studying and analyzing the Federal Reserve System, banking and the national debt. 1) We are hearing more and more about a Federal Digital Monetary system. This could lead to a cashless Society and having every purchase, like the guns and ammo we buy, scrutinized by a Big Brother-esque system. What are your thoughts on this? 2) You teach classes on both Basic Natl Debt Education and Basic Climate Education. Can our nation move to a Digital Monetary system and not be impacted by the ESG social credit system? Or have ESG “morality police” checking in on our personal credit scores? ESG stands for Environmental Social and Governance, and refers to the three key factors when measuring the sustainability and ethical impact of an investment in a business or company. Most socially responsible investors check companies out using ESG criteria to screen investments. 3) Let’s

Our guest today is Jared Raman. Jared is the owner of "Got Your 6" - a mobile app designed to assist gun owners with organizing with like-minded people in their community to help push back on tyranny in all of its forms. Jared has been a 2A lobbyist/activist in the state of Nevada and created the Got Your 6 company when the Nevada State legislature passed the Red Flag Law in 2019 (Assembly Bill 291). Got Your 6 is unapologetically pro-civilian and unapologetically pro-2A. 1) Bringing people together is how we get things done! The anti-rights side definitely understands this concept, and it is encouraging to see someone who values our Individual Liberties working to use collaboration to our advantage. How does the app work? 2) What hurdles have you and your company overcome? 3) Who uses this app and who needs this app, but isn’t yet using it? Give us some examples of how ordinary people, like you and me, have used the Got Your 6 App? Gain lists of trusted 2nd Amendment attorneys throughout the country, a nati

Our guest today is Michael Gibbs. Michael is the President of AzCDL and a registered lobbyist for the organization, as well as the Arizona Director of the Tenth Amendment Center. Michael Gibbs is a Systems Engineer in the aerospace industry, a patented inventor, instrument-rated pilot, published author of numerous technical and political publications, rescue diver, and a highly involved advocate for our rights and freedoms. 1) What is your political background? 2) Tell us about your relationship with Dave Kopp 3) What AzCDL accomplishments are you most proud of? 4) The AzCDL annual meeting is coming up, can you tell us about that? 5) What does the future hold for AzCDL?

Our guest today is Eli Crane. Eli is a Former Navy SEAL and is running for elected office as the Congressional U.S. House of Representatives in AZ-2 to unseat Democrat Representative Tom O’Halleran. Eli is an America First candidate who is pro-life, pro-second amendment, and has the courage to take a stand against cancel culture and the radical left. Eli is a husband, a father, a veteran, an entrepreneur and a man of faith. 1) You have won the AZ Primary in your run for the Congressional U.S. House of Representatives in AZ-1 to unseat Democrat Representative Tom O’Halleran. What is the current state of the 2022 Race? 2) By many assessments things across the US are a mess. Inflation, porous borders, pronoun issues. But, it can’t be all bad news, can it? From your perspective, what is the state of the nation? 3) What is your take on the FBI raid on Mar-a-lago? If the Feds will raid a former President’s home, what could they do to ordinary families? 4) Piggybacking on the previous question. The Government wanti

Our guest today is Melanie Sturm. Melanie is the founder of Engage2Win where she aims to change communication for good, and The Win Coach for leaders of all stripes – elected officials, political candidates, corporate executives, advocates, and non-profit and movement leaders. Because persuasion involves winning people over to common ground they instinctively share Melanie teaches how to inspire an audience, including skeptics, to follow your lead, not based on what you say, but of what your audience hears you say. Based on the truism that people don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care, Melanie teaches how to become more “hearable” by cultivating Six Powers of Persuasion. 1) What are the Six Powers of Persuasion? 2) What does it mean to Engage to Win? Can we really win over people who are hostile to our message? 3) Currently the main divide in the nation is between Conservatives and Marxists. If, as some believe, conservative ideas and values are the best for the most people, and Marxis

Our guest today is Austin Smith. Austin is a proud 5th-Generation Arizonan and Conservative Republican who is campaigning for election to be an AZ State Representative in LD 29. 1) What drove you to put your hat in the ring? And what key issues are you eager to positively impact? 2) What would you say to other people who are hesitant to dive into the rough and tumble world of politics? 3) Through your work with Turning Point Action you have helped to develop leadership among thousands of young people. And we have titled this episode, “Next Gen Leadership”. Based on your experience, what would you say about the outlook of the future? 4) How did you choose your running mates, Steve Montenegro & Janae Shamp? 5) What uniquely qualifies you to be fill one of the seats in the Arizona State House as a Representative for LD29?

Our guest today is Doug Ritter. Doug is the founder and Chairman of Knife Rights. He is an award-winning writer and subject matter expert on survival gear, which led to developing his own acclaimed line of Doug Ritter RSK knives. Doug currently spends the majority of his time rewriting knife law in America to benefit Individual Liberties. Knife Rights has proven beyond a shadow of a doubt that we are building that Sharper Future™ as we Rewrite Knife Law in America™. As of August 2022, Knife Rights is responsible for 39 bills repealing knife bans in 25 states and over 150 cities and towns. 1) So, briefly, please explain to our audience who may not be familiar, what is Knife Rights? 2) What are some of your most impactful “wins”? 3) What are ethe current issues you are working on? 4) Does the recent SCOTUS decision on Bruen V NYSRPA impact the work you do at Knife Rights? - New York State Rifle & Pistol Association (NYSRPA) v. Bruen is an influential Supreme Court case in the field of constitutional law

Our guest today is Kari Lake. Kari is the Trump-Endorsed Candidate for Governor of Arizona. She walked away from her career as the most highly-respected and most-watched Anchor in Arizona to protest the fake, corporate media. Kari is committed to returning Arizona back to traditional American Values, embracing our Western Heritage, and creating a strong, safe, and prosperous place to raise a family. Her brand of common sense conservatism is committed to lowering taxes, securing our border, medical freedom, election integrity, and preserving individual liberties. 1) We are only a couple of weeks away from Primary Election day here in AZ, and the field has narrowed in just the past few days. You have never not had the lead in the polls. How are things looking as we come into August? 2) You come from the world of Corporate Media, and one of your biggest adversaries during your campaign has been members of the Media. What accounts for this contentious attitude they seem to have for you? 3) This past legislativ

Our guest today is Tiffany Shedd. Tiffany is a conservative Republican candidate for Attorney General to defend Arizonans’ Second Amendment rights, secure our southern border, and fight back against federal overreach. Tiffany is a water and business attorney, small business owner and lives on a 4th generation Pinal County farm in the middle of 3 major border smuggling routes. If elected, Tiffany will work to stop the invasion at the southern border, stand up for life, the second amendment and parental rights, prosecute election fraud, fight government overreach and ensure Arizona’s water and energy future. Tiffany is a mom and a 4-H certified pistol and shotgun coach. In that capacity, she has taught children the basics of firearm safety and competitive shooting for over 15 years. 1) Since we last spoke the ballots have been mailed out. It seems that AZ can’t get through an election without dealing with some major errors – what is currently happening in your race? 2) Why is protecting the 2A important to you

Our guest today is Matt Salmon. Matt is a front runner in the AZ Gubernatorial Race. Matt has previously served in both the Arizona State Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives. In his previous elected positions, Matt earned a reputation for standing on principle and challenging the status quo, ultimately becoming a co-founder of the conservative House Freedom Caucus alongside leaders like Jim Jordan, Ron DeSantis, Mark Meadows, and Mick Mulvaney. During his time in Congress, Matt earned awards for being a “Defender of Liberty,” for being the “Taxpayer Hero” from Citizens Against Government Waste. 1) The AZ Primary Election is quickly approaching and will be hld on Tuesday, August 2nd, 2022. Do you feel that the voters have had opportunities to know you and what sets you apart from the other Republican candidates? 2) One issue that is very top of mind for citizens in every state right now is School safety. You are the father of several grown children who have blessed you with grandchildren. How do we k

Our guest today is Christy Kajiwara Gusman. Christy is a wife to and mother of four. She is the Hawaii State Director to The DC Project and A Girl And A Gun Facilitator, the Maui Aloha Chapter. Christy also is the Hawaii Firearms Coalition Maui Director, Hawaii Rifle Association Maui Director, and the Founder Hawaii Youth Livestock Association. Christy and her husband, Kimo own the Circle L Ranch LLC in Maui. And Christy is a plaintiff in a Pro-2A Lawsuit in Hawaii. 1) Talk to us about this lawsuit and the general temperature of the Second Amendment in Hawaii? - Are there more and less 2A friendly islands or cities? - Hawaiian Elected Officials have actually tried to have the 2A appealed in the past. 2) You and your husband are active in two major Industries...Agriculture and Gun Culture. How do those two things impact one another? 3) Many people come to the realization of needing be their own First Responder unfortunately after they have been a victim of assault or robbery or some other form of violence.

Our guests today are Kim Miller & Alison Furno. Kim Miller is the President and Founder of Arizona Women of Action (AZWOA). Alison Furno is an America-loving patriot born and raised in Arizona. She earned her Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration from Arizona Christian University. Alison is also the Social Media Director for AZWOA. AZWOA is a grassroots organization that aims to revive American freedoms. The members engage in critical issues of education, culture, and politics, and provide clear, effective actions so you can make a difference - on your schedule. 1) Kim, we will start with you and then Alison. What was the tipping point that caused you to dive into this kind of Grassroots work? 2) Alison, you are the social engagement director. Your Membership growth has been phenomenal. How are you able to reach so many women and get them engaged in activism and advocacy? 3) Kim, why are women (specifically) important to getting solid candidates to run and win elections? 4) Alison, what has A

Our guest today is Paloma A Capanna. Paloma has been speaking and writing about the Second Amendment as the modern civil rights movement for nearly fifteen years. In more than 25-years in state and federal courtrooms, Paloma has represented plaintiffs in ground-breaking civil rights litigation. An award-winning activist and writer, Paloma chases truth until it’s treed. The truth she has been hunting down most recently is what really happened on January 6th 2021. And her latest work is a book titled "January 6 x 20 Things You Need to Know". 1) Before we dive into your newest book, can you help us better understand the significance of some breaking news from last week? One of the “J6” defendants was acquitted of the charges against him. Could this be a good sign of other acquittals coming? 2) Now let’s dive into your newest book. How does this book differ or expound on your previous work? Synopsis: Walk through the twenty most important aspects of January 6 that the media and the prosecution and the FBI don’t w

Our guest today is Stacy Washington. Stacy is the host of ‘Stacy on the Right” on SiriusXM The Patriot Channel 125. Stacy is a decorated Air Force Veteran (and the fourth generation to serve in the armed forces in her family). In 2018 Stacy earned the Second Amendment Foundation’s Journalist of the Year award. And Stacy just authored a new book titled “Eternally Cancel Proof: A Guide for Courageous Christians Navigating the Political Battlefront”. 1) Let’s dive right into your new book. The title alone sounds like it is perfectly timed for the challenges many across the nation are facing. Cancel Culture is real, and while it often backfires, it causes too many people to stay silent. 2) We are in a time of Spiritual Warfare – figuratively, the Spirit of our Nation is being battled over, and the literal meaning of Spiritual Battle is so thick we can feel it in the air around us. What words of encouragement or wisdom do you have for us about the ways in which Cultural wars are impacting our daily lives and re

Our guest today is Kari Grayson. Kari owns License2Kari, is the Texas State Director to the DC Project and is a firearms instructor at Buck & Doe’s Mercantile in San Antonio, TX. Kari is a wife and mother to 3 children as well as a Boot Camp Instructor, a Department of Public Safety License-to-Carry Instructor and is the Membership Drive Director for the Texas Handgun Association. 1) How did you get started in this journey into the Firearm Industry and being a Firearms Instructor? - How important is training? - What classes do you enjoy teaching? 2) In the 2nd Amendment Community we often talk about “knowing our why”. Why did you become involved with The DC Project? 3) What are the top three most important things you do as the TX State Director to the DCP? 4) What has been your biggest frustration and your greatest triumph since bringing DCP to your State?

Our guest today is Lucretia Free. Lucretia is a mom, a small business owner, and publisher of The Vail Voice and The American Woman Shooter Magazine. Prior to moving to Tucson (in the early 90's) Lucretia was one of the first marketing directors for large corporate law firms in the country. In 2001 she moved to AZ with her family and founded The Vail Voice, the hometown newspaper for SE Tucson, Vail and Corona de Tucson. Using her understanding the needs of a rural and often over-looked area of a State, Lucretia has been serving the needs of southeast Pima County, AZ for over 20 years and is running for US Congress in the 2022 Election. 1) Many people can relate to feeling over-looked and either ignored or out-right “cancelled”, not just in AZ but all over the nation. Was that a driving force behind founding the hometown newspaper The Vail Voice? 2) You are also the Publisher of The American Woman Shooter Magazine. Talk to us about how that came about. 3) Running for Elected Office is like jumping into a sna

Our guest today is Dan Wos. Dan is a nationally recognized 2nd Amendment advocate and Author of the "Good Gun Bad Guy” - book series. He is a contributing writer for AmmoLand News, Daily Caller, Truth About Guns and several other publications. Dan can be found on radio stations across the Country speaking on behalf of gun-rights and exposing the strategies of the anti-gun crowd. Dan is also the Host of "The Loaded Mic" and has been a guest on the Sean Hannity Show, Armed American Radio, NRATV and many others. 1) You are a busy and talented guy! Tell us about your new gig with AmmoLand News doing their 2nd Amendment Updates! 2) One of the stories you covered is the failure of FL - “The Freedom State” according to Governor Desantis – to pass Constitutional Carry...yet AGAIN! What is the hold up? 3) You are the author of three books in the “Good Gun, Bad Guy” series. Tell us about your inspiration to write these and are there any more in the works?

Our guest today is Lauren Snyder. Lauren "Liberty" Snyder is a differently-abled model and political activist from Long Island, New York who now resides in Arizona with her husband and two dogs. Lauren is the 2nd Vice Chair and Communications Director of the AZ Libertarian Party. Lauren also is a Member of The DC Project: Women who are dedicated to safeguarding our Second Amendment. On March 3, 2022 Lauren offered testimony at an AZ State Senate Judiciary Committee Hearing. After Lauren's emotional testimony about having been sexually assaulted and also being a survivor of domestic violence, AZ District 19 Senator Lupe Contreras (D) made a statement saying that if citizens feel the need to be Responsibly Armed outside their homes then, quote..."Why even walk around at that point. Stay at home behind closed doors". 1) Can you give us brief synopsis how things went on the day you testified? 2) There’s a saying that “when someone tells you who they are you should believe them”. What should Senator Contreras’s

Our guest today is Michael Findlay. Michael is the Director of Government Relations for the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF). As the trade association for America’s firearm, ammunition, hunting, and recreational shooting sports industry, the National Shooting Sports Foundation seeks to promote, protect, and preserve hunting and the shooting sports. NSSF has a membership of more than 9,000 manufacturers, distributors, firearm retailers, shooting ranges, sportsmen’s organizations and endemic media outlets, including more than 300 members in Arizona alone. 1) The AZ FIND Act is good for business and good for the Second Amendment, yet is struggling to get the votes it deserves by some of Arizona's Senators, who profess to be Pro-2A. Can you help us understand what this Bill is? The FIND Act is the Firearm Industry Non-Disclosure Act HB 2473 Nothing in the measure actually would force banks to do business with the firearms industry. Instead, it is designed to financially penalize those who do not: No