Dear Shooter

Dear Shooter

by Brandy Crotteau, CEO Co-Host, Jason Crotteau, Co-Host, Jason Wilson, Co-Host
Season 4

Maduro Nabbed, Pentagon Pizza & the 300 Blackout Build

The Dear Shooter crew returns sick but spirited, breaking down the U.S. capture and indictment of Nicolás Maduro and related narco-terrorism charges, and the odd Pentagon Pizza Index that supposedly predicts major global events. They discuss firearm projects and gear — a 300 Blackout build with a forced-reset trigger, a compact suitcase AR, and the practicalities of suppressors — plus the new paper-only NFA process and looming lawsuits that could reshape the suppressor market. Along the way they share light personal moments (a rescued beagle with an international past, holiday gifts) and close out with thoughts on the industry outlook for the year.
Season 3

The Duke and Howard Massingill

John Wayne in 'The Green Berets'—a masterpiece, right? Who wouldn’t be inspired by that Oscar-worthy performance? Howard Massingill Jr. SGM (Ret.) was so moved by John Wayne that he decided he wanted to become a Green Beret. Yeah, because that's a walk in the park. Today, we sit down with Howard to talk about the legendary John Wayne and his journey into the elite ranks of the military.

Storage Wars!

Oh, the dilemma of the century: what ever shall we do with those endless pistol cases? To store or not to store—such a profound question! At what point does a quaint collection become hoarding? Decisions, decisions!

Good Enough

Can you believe these prices? How can you possibly decide when to splurge on that big-ticket item or when to settle for something just good enough?

What's In Your Truck?

What you carry and where you carry it can be a real game-changer. Do you mix things up with the seasons or keep it constant? Around here, some folks switch things up like they swap underwear, while others are as predictable as a clock.

Lights OUT!!!

Last week, we had a little dress rehearsal for the whole power grid going kaput. In our neck of the woods, it was more of a minor inconvenience, like realizing you're out of coffee on a Monday morning. But imagine if the blackout bug decided to nibble at your circuit?

Thanks New York

Everytown Training Company: It's like they graduated from the School of No Credentials and Majored in Nonsense, giving Mayor Mamdani a run for his money. But hey, what else do you expect from the finest of New York?

10th Mountain Whiskey

Wrapping up the Ballistic Summit 2025 podcast series with a bang—who better to sign off than 10th Mountain Whiskey and Clover Tactical?

The Industry Gangs Up on Drew Husky

When you have that oh-so-special guest who just can't get enough of stuffing their face with monster cereal all October, you obviously must form a support group, right? Welcome to the family, Drew Husky.

State of the NRA

The NRA has rolled out the red carpet for some new leadership and their shiny new 2.0 Board Members. But what on earth is happening behind those closed doors, and what changes might be firing off next? Let's chat with a few Board Members.
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