The final episode of our 4 part series dedicated to new gun owners.  Your #1 defense against criminal attacks is situational awareness and a defensive mindset built to pickup on the cues criminals display.  You will learn that criminal activity follows predictable patterns and that our behavior can impact if we become a victim of crime.  If you decide to use a gun for personal defense then your mindset must change - what was acceptable before, isn't any longer if you are to be a responsible gun owner. Comments or Questions?  Shoot us an email [email protected]   Visit Our Website www.latentforce.com   Links to Items Mentioned This Episode   Top 6 Methods to Avoid Becoming a Victim of a Criminal Attack 1. Make yourself a less attractive target - Look like a sheep and be eaten by wolves 2. You don't pick your attacker, they pick you.  Make them rethink their selection. 3. Trust your gut or intuition/feelings 4. Be prepared to react to the approach of a criminal - Request, Command, Compel, Win 5. Make it a habit of really looking at people - Hands, Eyes, Shirt, Shoes, Hat and Tats 6. Don't create a second crime scene - Fight.  Cheat.  Win.   Master Ken - Enter the Dojo https://youtu.be/daHQTH5TmAc   Demolition Ranch https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBvc7pmUp9wiZIFOXEp1sCg   Ockham's Razor - Latent Force Article http://www.latentforce.com/styled-48/blog/files/d7389f94c1ba4ed169fa9019c6b625ee-11.html   Bill the Kid Gun Up for Auction https://www.npr.org/2021/07/22/1019391848/gun-killed-billy-the-kid-auction-2-million   Lobster Diver Swallowed by Whale Off Cape Cod https://www.npr.org/2021/06/12/1005918788/humpback-whale-swallowed-lobster-diver-cape-cod-michael-packard   Slapfish Restaurant - Lobster Roll https://www.slapfishrestaurant.com/menu   Gift of Fear - Gavin De Becker https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/gift-of-fear-gavin-de-becker/1100820299   I, Psychopath - Documentary https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxRwDFmjXKU   Don't Talk to the Police - Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-7o9xYp7eE   Detroit Man Has Gun Stolen While At The Register https://www.fox2detroit.com/video/903067   Guy Has Gun Stolen While At The Counter In McDonald's https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hs0I6B3n1Nc   TEDD - Time, Environment, Distance and Demeanor https://www.police1.com/police-products/radios/surveillance/articles/watching-for-watchers-the-warning-signs-of-terrorist-behavior-rjMqS51cOdfdoKX9/   Power Company Scam - Homes Burglarized https://www.tustinca.org/504/Utility-Worker-Scams   Knives Are Dangerous - Look For Hands Atlanta Woman and Dog Stabbed and Killed https://abcnews.go.com/US/woman-dog-fatally-stabbed-atlanta-park-fbi-investigating/story?id=79187967   Victim Selection - Stride Determines Vulnerability https://www.ffri.hr/~ibrdar/komunikacija/seminari/Gunns,%202002%20-%20Victim%20selection%20and%20kinematics.pdf   Determinants of Victim Selection https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/2516606920927258   Col. John Boyd - OODA Loop https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/boyd-robert-coram/1100303959#   The Art of War - Sun Tzu https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-art-of-war-sun-tzu/1126864424   Survival Mindset Video - Jeff Cooper https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RDaErsPXqcY   Mental Conditioning Video - Jeff Cooper https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gffEqMytRtg   Principles of Personal Defense - Col Jeff Cooper https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/principles-of-personal-defense-jeff-cooper/1002978712   Watch Stolen Off Wrist By Bike Riding Criminal https://nypost.com/2018/10/18/man-says-bike-riding-crooks-swiped-95k-watch-off-his-wrist/   Limits to Using Both Sides of Your Brain Simultaneously https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/10/121030161416.htm   65 Year Old Women Attacked, Security Guard Locks Door - Video https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2021/03/30/asian-american-attack-newyork-condo/   Shot, Tortured, and Left to Die - Story of Survival - Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjdhqIENelI    

This episode is Part 3 of our 4 part series dedicated to new gun owners.  You will find out that not all ammunition, belts and holsters are created equal.  The guys discuss the basics of ammunition and explain how to identify and inspect the proper ammunition for your firearm.  They also  breakdown the main types and calibers of handgun ammunition and make recommendations on the most tested and best performing defensive rounds.  Gear is a critical part of your safety and comfort with every day carry and is often times overlooked.  Mike and Jay separate the good from the bad and help you discover that there is more to a proper gun belt and holster than you thought.   Comments or Questions?  Shoot us an email [email protected]   Visit Our Website www.latentforce.com   Links to Items Mentioned This Episode   Jetpack Dude at LAX https://abc7.com/jetpack-los-angeles-lax-man-la/10915846/   Military Use of Jetpacks https://taskandpurpose.com/news/royal-marine-gravity-jet-pack-ship-seizure/   Tony Stark - I Can Fly https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PZlL5gZeGDI   Girl Hit By Seagull On Ride https://myfox8.com/offbeat/caught-on-camera-seagull-smacks-girl-in-face-on-amusement-park-ride/   Otis the Town Drunk - Andy Griffith Show https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVJfXBCddbI   Info on the NFA https://www.atf.gov/rules-and-regulations/national-firearms-act   ATF Form 5 - Transfer of an NFA Item https://www.atf.gov/firearms/docs/form/form-5-application-tax-exempt-transfer-and-registration-firearm-atf-form-53205   Oppose the idiot, David Chipman, for ATF Director https://www.firearmspolicy.org/oppose_atf_nominee_chipman   ATF To Add 80 New Agents https://www.justice.gov/jmd/file/822101/download#:~:text=Enforcement%2C%20Inspection%20and%20Regulatory%20Support,and%20120%20industry%20operations%20investigators.&text=Funding%20supports%20additional%20personnel%20and,ballistic%20imaging%20hardware%20and%20software.   New York Public Nuisance Law - Opposed by the NSSF https://www.nssf.org/articles/nssf-to-challenge-new-york-public-nuisance-lawsuit-law/   NSFW Dave Chapelle - Buck Shot vs Bird Shot https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLT5ZADZCeI   Lucky Gunner - Ammo Performance Labs https://www.luckygunner.com/labs/   Child Access Laws by State https://giffords.org/lawcenter/gun-laws/policy-areas/child-consumer-safety/child-access-prevention/   FBI Ballistic Gel Test Protocols https://www.luckygunner.com/labs/self-defense-ammo-ballistic-tests/   Worn Leather Holsters Can Cause an Accidental Discharge https://www.itstactical.com/warcom/firearms/safety-warning-worn-leather-holsters-can-cause-accidental-discharges/   A Few Words On Holster Cant https://aliengearholsters.com/blog/fbi-cant-holster/   Instructor Zero - Sock Holster https://www.breachbangclear.com/instructor-zeros-field-expedient-sock-holster/   Ammo Recommendations - 9mm Referenced *we are not sponsored by any of the companies below, we only provide links to the best product info Federal Premium HST https://www.luckygunner.com/9mm-147-grain-jhp-hst-federal-premium-le-50-rounds Speer Gold Dot https://www.luckygunner.com/9mm-147-grain-jhp-speer-gold-dot-le-50-rounds Hornady American Gunner XTP https://www.hornady.com/ammunition/handgun/9mm-luger-115-gr-xtp-american-gunner#!/ Hornady Critical Defense FTX https://www.luckygunner.com/9mm-115-gr-jhp-ftx-hornady-25-rounds Winchester Defender https://winchester.com/Products/Ammunition/Handgun/Defender Winchester Ranger https://winchesterle.com/Ammunition/Products/Handgun/Ranger/RA9MMJHP   Training Ammo Recommendations American Eagle https://www.federalpremium.com/handgun/american-eagle/ PMC Bronze https://pmcammo.com/ammo/bronze/ Magtech https://magtechammunition.com/products/ammunition/category/handgun-ammunition/?bullet_style%5B%5D=fmj Blazer https://www.cci-ammunition.com/handgun/blazer/   Belts Ares Gear - Aegis https://www.aresgear.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=99 Wilderness Tactical https://www.thewilderness.com/belts/ Nextbelt https://www.nexbelt.com/collections/nylon-gun-belt-series Beltman https://www.thebeltman.net/collections/gunbelts Crossbreed https://www.crossbreedholsters.com/belts/gun-belts.html Hanks Leather https://www.hanksbelts.com/collections/leather-gun-belts   Holsters Safariland https://safariland.com/collections/holsters?gclid=CjwKCAjw3riIBhAwEiwAzD3TiaV5IhhMd8jJ_poSQz062XJnId8dUJ65XQa_lXUfdrrbBSBlu7m9uxoCdYIQAvD_BwE Bianchi https://safariland.com/collections/holsters/filter-brand_bianchi%C2%AE?gclid=CjwKCAjw3riIBhAwEiwAzD3TibU1Y7RU2e2sn5giF6YEu0MBNpU5fAoW-MOKUbXT8QG886PsSK5uRhoCS8UQAvD_BwE Crossbreed - Belly Band https://www.crossbreedholsters.com/modular-belly-band-package.html Comfort Tac - Belly Bands https://comforttac.com/collections/concealed-carry-holsters-by-comforttac/products/belly-band-holster Bravo Concealment https://www.bravoconcealment.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjw3riIBhAwEiwAzD3TidMA11gprZzqRoanTN4_GygDSvzbqn13-O2faHtc6qvYoFpbZ_0joRoC7sMQAvD_BwE Alien Gear https://aliengearholsters.com/holsters/alien-gear-products.html Galco https://www.galcogunleather.com/holsters_8_1.html?product_sort_by=popular&pcf_manufacturer=0&pcf_model=0&p=8&catid=1&all=0&product_search= Blackhawk! https://blackhawk.com/holsters/ Blade Tech https://www.blade-tech.com/collections/all-holsters  

This episode is Part 2 of our 4 part series dedicated to new gun owners.  The guys discuss and breakdown the 3 types of firearms classes that defensive shooters should be familiar with, and what to expect when signing up.  A critical part of the training process is the quality of instruction and this means that new shooters need to know how to navigate the sea of instructors and how to separate the good from the bad.  You will learn the questions to ask, and the things to look for, when vetting the instructors for your next class.     Comments or Questions?  Shoot us an email [email protected]   Visit Our Website www.latentforce.com   Links to Items Mentioned This Episode   Judge Overturns California's Assault Weapon Ban https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2021/06/04/assault-weapons-ban-federal-judge-overturns-california-law/7558823002/   9th Circuit Court Block Judge's Ruling https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2021/06/22/california-assault-weapons-ban-blocked/   Georgia Man Paid in 91,000 Pennies https://nypost.com/2021/04/02/georgia-man-paid-in-91515-pennies-finally-gets-real-payment/   Space Laundry Issues https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2021/06/23/nasa-and-tide-work-together-create-space-laundry-detergent/5319579001/   District of Columbia vs Heller Gun Ruling https://www.law.cornell.edu/supct/html/07-290.ZS.html   Armalite Rifle (AR) not Assault Rifle - Learn the History https://www.armalite.com/Armalite/History   Idiot Colorado Rep Diana DeGette and Her Remarks on Magazines https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mxtu228bYFw   NRA Instructor Certification https://firearmtraining.nra.org/become-an-instructor/   USCCA Instructor Certification https://www.usconcealedcarry.com/training/become-an-instructor/   Firearm Instructor Shoots the Ceiling on the Range https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKhOAqhXMhA   Yes, Man - Shotgun Scene https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SWQ0N9FsQ40   Hangfire and Guy Looks Down the Barrel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Za2ezCNvBeU   Guy Shoots Hand While Checking That His Laser Is Working https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qVHexdOeN0   Dummy Training Rounds https://www.dillonprecision.com/saf-t-trainer-dummy-training-ammo_8_27_25225.html   Snap Cap Training Rounds https://www.dillonprecision.com/a-zoom-ammo-premium-metal-snap-cap_8_27_24311.html   Ockham's Razor http://latentforce.com/styled-48/blog/files/d7389f94c1ba4ed169fa9019c6b625ee-11.html   Rushing Back to the Holster http://latentforce.com/styled-48/blog/files/753ad007306e1d1d2e0c19c28a402dcd-7.html   World's Worst Tactical Trainer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1bm3GgDxPOM   Firearms Trainers We Think You Should Check Out   Clint Smith - Thunder Ranch https://thunderranchinc.com/the-founders/   Ron Avery - Tactical Performance Center https://tacticalperformancecenter.com/   Aaron Cowan - Sage Dynamics https://www.sagedynamics.org/   Matt Graham - Graham Combat http://grahamcombat.com/   Frank Proctor - Frank Proctor Shooting https://www.frankproctorshooting.com/   Chis Costa - Costa Ludas https://costaludus.com/   Kyle Lamb - Viking Tactics https://www.vikingtactics.com/   Dave Spaulding - Handgun Combatives https://handguncombatives.com/   Book: Practical Shooting: Essays on Shooting, Tactics and Training from a Grandmaster by Ron Avery 2019 https://g.co/kgs/bLc2YC

In 2020, 46% of gun purchases were by first time gun buyers.  Those new folks need a place to get the rundown on how to be a responsible gun owner.  This is part 1 of 4 in our new gun owner series.  We discuss the 4 Cardinal Rules of Gun Safety and dig in one by one.  Finding the right handgun for personal defense can be tricky so we break down the types of actions in the modern pistol and give the pros and cons of each so a better purchase choice is made.   Questions or Comments?  Shoot us an email [email protected]   Visit our website www.latentforce.com   Links to Items Mentioned in this Episode   Firearms Safety Links http://latentforce.com/styled-2/styled-26/   I Am Legend Movie - Infected Encounter https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sWEvLBzMpYE   Matt Damon - Gun Confiscation Support https://www.businessinsider.com/matt-damon-on-gun-regulations-2016-7   Tom Cruise - Mask Meltdown https://www.rollingstone.com/movies/movie-news/tom-cruise-covid-19-rant-1104720/   Cat Jumps From 5 Story Building - Chicago https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iaw5EJeoddU   Cat Jump - Sail Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Awf45u6zrP0   4th of July Crime - Chicago https://chicago.suntimes.com/crime/2021/7/3/22561910/chicago-weekend-shootings-july-2-5-homicide-gun-violence   Pope Meets with Spiderman https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/adeonibada/spider-man-pope-vatican   Minnie and Mickey Brawl in Las Vegas https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PCFtTnVpEwI   Naked KISS on Fremont Street - Las Vegas https://www.vegasbright.com/2016/11/29/blonde4ever-poses-fremont-street-characters/   Instructor Zero - Sock Holster https://www.breachbangclear.com/instructor-zeros-field-expedient-sock-holster/   Montana Firearms Freedom Act This info comes from Wikipedia, be sure to do your own research https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montana_Firearms_Freedom_Act   7 Texas Gun Bills Signed Into Law https://thetexan.news/heres-a-list-of-the-gun-bills-approved-by-the-87th-texas-legislature/   Hunter Biden and His Questionable Gun Purchase https://www.politico.com/news/2021/03/25/sources-secret-service-inserted-itself-into-case-of-hunter-bidens-gun-477879   Hunter Biden Lies on BATFE form 4473 https://www.nraila.org/articles/20210405/hunter-biden-incident-shows-that-gun-laws-are-for-the-little-people   Second Amendment Sanctuary Counties - Please do your research, things change every day https://sanctuarycounties.com/   Gun Safety - NRA Eddie Eagle Program https://eddieeagle.nra.org/

In this episode, the guys go over the 2020 data on violent and property crimes in America based on FBI and BJIS reports.  There are some very surprising results on where actual violent crime is happening compared to how it is reported in the media.  This information helps armed citizens understand how to adjust their personal defense plans. Police policy is created on the local level and the future of law enforcement over the next 5-10 years will be driven by changes in leadership approaches and the use of technology.  Reduced budgets mean remote monitoring and data collection which creates privacy issues, higher dependency on data, and fewer officers on the street.  The guys discuss how this can impact your personal protection plan.   Questions or Comments [email protected]   Website www.latentforce.com   Links to Items Mentioned in the Episode   Woman Collides with Turtle in Florida https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/e2-80-98the-worst-luck-e2-80-99-woman-hit-in-the-head-by-turtle-after-it-smashes-through-windshield-on-i-95/ar-BB1fWjUo   FBI - Criminal Justice Information Service https://www.fbi.gov/services/cjis/ucr/   Bureau of Justice Statistics - Crime Reports https://bjs.ojp.gov/topics/crime?tid=3&ty=tp   Gallup - Crime Surveys https://news.gallup.com/poll/1603/crime.aspx   NSSF - Gun Sales Report https://www.nssf.org/articles/gun-sales-reach-record-highs-in-2020-especially-among-african-americans-and-first-time-gun-buyers/   NSSF - First Time Gun Buyers https://www.nssf.org/articles/first-time-gun-buyers-grow-to-nearly-5-million-in-2020/   Armed Home Invasion - Tucson https://youtu.be/gnG_Esclhmg   Ferguson, MO - Civil Unrest https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2019/08/08/ferguson-missouri-riots-5-years-since-shooting-race-tensions-worse/1952853001/   2021 Law Enforcement Trends https://www.fusus.com/blog/8-law-enforcement-trends-to-watch-out-for-in-2021   Moneyball - Movie https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1210166/   Minority Report - Movie https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0181689/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1   GEO Trackers for Law Enforcement https://www.gpstrackingjournal.com/news/law-enforcement-gps-tracking/   Auto Vehicle Locators https://www.dhs.gov/publication/automatic-vehicle-locating-avl-systems   Realtime Crime Centers https://constanttech.com/real-time-crime-centers-rtcc/   London Police Without Guns https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/why-london-won-t-arm-all-police-despite-severe-terror-n737551   Dallas Police Use Robot to Eliminate Gunman https://www.wsj.com/articles/dallas-police-believed-to-be-first-to-use-robot-lethally-1468001810   Robotic K9 Officers https://www.theblaze.com/news/massachusetts-state-police-show-off-robotic-k-9-officers-and-people-are-nervous   City to Propose Unarmed Police Force https://www.wweek.com/news/city/2018/11/29/portland-mayor-will-bring-proposal-for-unarmed-police-officers-to-city-council-next-week/   Drones Deliver AED's in Sweden https://www.uavexpertnews.com/2020/05/drones-delivering-aeds/   License Plate Readers (LPR) in Law Enforcement https://www.police1.com/police-products/police-technology/articles/the-truth-about-police-use-of-lprs-what-citizens-need-to-know-PczUR86RLug1se1o/   Dubai - Police Hovercraft https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/watch-dubai-police-fly-crazy-star-wars-like-hoverbike/   Memo of Understanding https://www.lawteacher.net/free-law-essays/contract-law/memorandum-of-understanding.php   Starlink - WiFI https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/starlink-is-elon-musks-new-internet-provider-worth-dollar99-month/ar-BB1eJk7b   Officer Holster Monitor - Reporting When Drawn https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/article244740102.html

In episode 11, Mike decides to leave Jay to find a fill in while he does what he apparently considers "Important".  31 year veteran Deputy Rich steps up and answers the call.  Jay and Rich discuss the recent increase in violence against police, the Defund the Police movement, and how it impacts public safety.  The current call to eliminate Qualified Immunity leaves communities with fewer police on the streets and reduced recruitment numbers.  With extended call response times, or limited response in some areas, citizens are left to deal with increased crime rates and learning how to manager their own personal safety in an increasingly dangerous world.  Let's not forget it is National Donut (Doughnut?) Day.  Jay asks Rich about his affinity for the deep fried delight and the cop/donut stereotype.    If you have comments or questions, shoot us an email [email protected]   Visit our website www.latentforce.com   Be sure to Like and Follow us on Facebook, Youtube and Instagram   Here are links to the items discussed in this episode   National Donut (Doughnut?) Day https://nationaltoday.com/national-donut-day/   Christopher Sign - Clinton Suicide https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona/2021/06/13/former-phoenix-reporter-who-broke-clinton-lynch-tarmac-story-dies/7679503002/   Storm Area 51 - Rachel, NV https://www.vox.com/culture/2019/9/27/20879010/storm-area-51-alienstock-event-photos   UFO Disclosure 2021 https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/experts-weigh-in-on-pentagon-ufo-report/   Columbus, OH officer shoots knife wielding teenager https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0mnaktDK_nw   Qualified Immunity - Cornell Law School https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/qualified_immunity   State bans Qualified Immunity for Government officials, including police https://www.forbes.com/sites/nicksibilla/2021/04/07/new-mexico-prohibits-qualified-immunity-for-all-government-workers-including-police/?sh=45f5bdac79ad   Police recruiting down, crime going up https://dailycaller.com/2021/05/19/police-recruitment-down-crime-up/   Police Officer Retirement Issues in Philadelphia and Beyond https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2021/may/1/police-faces-see-recruitment-struggles-surge-in-re/   Police Dispatch and 10 Codes - LVMPD Example https://www.lvmpd.com/en-us/ProtectTheCity/Documents/IDF%20Code%20Card.pdf   Overview of Police Use of Force https://nij.ojp.gov/topics/articles/overview-police-use-force  

n episode #10 Jay and Mike discuss ghost guns, suppressors, machine guns, and the NFA.  They take a dive into the the newly drafted Raskin (D-MD) Cicilline(D-RI) legislation designed to stop the home manufacture of the uber scary "Ghost Gun" - guns made from 80% frames and receivers - and the machines that make them.  This only starts the conversation about the ignorance of lawmakers when it comes to guns.  Mike gives a tour of the ATF rules regarding NFA items and how tax stamps are obtained and collect

in episode #9 Jay and Mike discuss foundational shooting stances and how they play a role in defensive and competitive shooting.  They welcome special guest David Laird from Dynamic Combative Solutions LLC to breakdown the defensive shooting involving champion racer BJ Baldwin. How does competition can play an important role in preparation for real-life defensive situations?  Why did New England Patriots rookie kicker Justin Rohrwasser cave and remove his three percenter tattoo? Listen in to find out.

In episode #8 Jay and Mike discuss a recent broad daylight shoot-out in suburban Washington DC.  As a result of the recent "defund the police" movement, the guys talk about the nebulous concept of de-escalation and how things move along the Force Continuum during dynamic lethal force situations.  For the armed citizens, the guys get into "Totality of Circumstance", cessation of threat, and disparity of force to detail the requirements that must be met during a lethal force encounter with a criminal threat

In episode #7, Jay and Mike take a deep dive into the guns and ammunition that criminals carry.  Do you know how much time criminals spend on training?  The answer will surprise you.  We spend some time on trigger control and how, or if, trigger finger placement can impact accuracy and why trigger control and sight alignment are the most critical elements of marksmanship.  Finally, we get into some little known facts about bourbon and the difference between whiskey and whisky,  Yes, there is a differen