Aaron Snyder — Marine veteran, founder, and lead designer behind Tracer Tactical — joins us for a deep dive into the world of tactical gear design and soft goods manufacturing. From his early days as a skate punk to serving in the Marines, and ultimately building one of the most innovative and niche soft goods companies in the tactical industry, Aaron shares how that journey shaped his approach to gear, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

This week, we break down Alex Garland’s Warfare—a rare war film that actually nails the realism. Kato and Brian dig into what the movie gets right, discussing everything from set design to radio jargon. Then we shift gears into the pursuit of rifle accuracy, exposing the myths around “sub-MOA” expectations and unpacking real-world data from the field. We close it out with a sharp take on the growing trend of AI girlfriends and what that means for the future of relationships and onlyfans.Another packed episode—let’s get into it.

Pat Tozzi is back, and this time, we’re diving even deeper.In his first episode, we talked about his journey from the SEAL Teams to running Green Devil Garage, where he builds custom motorcycles and hot rods that are nothing short of rolling works of art. But behind the craftsmanship and the adrenaline-fueled lifestyle, there’s another side to the story—one that many veterans face but few openly discuss.Today, Pat opens up about the mental health challenges of transitioning out of the Teams, the identity shifts that come with leaving a high-stakes environment, and how he found purpose in his new mission. From the struggles of reintegration to the mental resilience required to forge a new path, this conversation is raw, real, and a must-listen for anyone navigating their own transition—whether from the military, a high-performance career, or any life-altering chapter.If you’ve ever wrestled with what comes after the thing that once defined you, this episode is for you.Pat, welcome back to the show.https://www.instagram.com/greendevil_garage/⁠⁠https://www.greendevilgarage.com/

Welcome back to the channel and join us for the first episode of 2025!Today Kato gives you a Shot Show recap being attached to the folks at BCPrecision Ballistics and all things 6Max. Brian updates us on the current state of affairs in the Ukraine conflict from his first hand experience on the ground, as well as expose the Trump foreign policy decisions that will exacerbate the future of war as we see it.

Today’s guest is a true American Badass - Pat Tozzi. Before he was building custom choppers and hot rods at his shop, Green Devil Garage, Pat was a frogman—spending nearly two decades in the SEAL Teams in an ACTUAL leadership role. Upon retiring, Pat transitioned full time into the world of custom motorcycles, channeling his passion for craftsmanship into unique, one-of-a-kind bikes that are as much works of art as they are machines.But it doesn’t stop there. Pat’s dedication to giving back is equally inspiring. He creates custom art pieces to auction off for veteran nonprofits and foundations, using his talents to support those who have served and continue to serve. His journey is one of transformation, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to both his craft and his community.In today’s conversation, we’re going to dive into Pat’s incredible story—from the SEAL Teams to the garage—and explore the ways in which he’s honoring his fellow veterans while building a legacy of his own.Pat, welcome to the show.https://www.instagram.com/greendevil_garage/https://www.greendevilgarage.com/

In this episode, we sit down for a long awaited Part 2 with Bryan Pickens, a retired Army Special Forces veteran who after 20 years of service has transitioned from an elite military career to Hollywood consulting and building custom hot rods and motorcycles. As the founder of Gas & Garters, Bryan shares his journey from the battlefields of Iraq, Afghanistan, and most recently Ukraine to advising on major film productions, and finally, crafting some of the most jaw-dropping custom vehicles on the road. From combat to creativity, this conversation is packed with insight, inspiration, and stories of resilience. Don’t miss it!

This week on Weapons Free Wednesday,  We return from Asia kick things off with a nod to Peanut and Harambe—two icons that made us pause, reflect, and laugh. From there, we dive into the general sense of disconnection that’s running through the U.S. right now and the personal sense of malaise caused by how we as Americans continue to fall behind in quality of life and global infrastructure.And we close it out with a simple, but crucial reminder: get out and vote—because it matters.

This week we had the pleasure of siting down with Mike Pappas in the Dead Air studio out in beautiful Heber, Utah. We get the origin story on one of the industries most prolific silencer companies. From redesigning products for the additive manufacturing space, to the current state of suppressor sound testing standards, we get info straight from the founder himself. We had a great time with the Dead Air team, more to follow in 2025.  Grab your favorite beverage and pull up a chair, this one you don't want to miss!

Fresh after the grand opening party at Piece Of Mind Guns, Kato is back! We break down some questions about ghost guns, drones and the evolution of warfare. Other topics include increased provocations by the PRC in the Pacific. 

WHAT IS UP. Its been a while friends. Summer of 24 has been a crazy whirlwind of movie sets and adventure. Here is a little channel update and wee rant about Gen Z for you.