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Here's the second report from SHOT 2026, the year of the suppressor and some other stuff! Also, what Michael learned about the Minneapolis insurrection from an odd source, Vegas, the noisiest city on earth. MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 304. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: Ruger SBRs Mossberg SBS Franklin Armory Prevail Lipsey's 10-8 Performance/Hilton Yam Henry's 45-70 Bear's Leg/Luke C./TFB Howe Constant Noise Keeps Us Chronically Stressed/Samoon Ahmad M.D., Psychology Today The Soup/MB, MBTV Blog The Music of Assaf Ayalon The Music of Louis Adrien

...at least, weather-wise. Media Day for SHOT 2026 was a flawless Nevada day, and noticeably smaller. Still, Michael found several home runs, and two keepers! MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 303. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: Tyrant CNC RIA-USA Diamondback SDRa Revolver Franklin Armory Prevail Angstadt Arms Henry USA Kahr/Auto-Ordnance .50 BMG

With the SHOT Show looming ahead like a massive tidal wave, Michael takes a a big breath to talk about the bizarre rise of radicalized middle-aged women, what's cool at SHOT…hopefully…and how the new suppressor market is emerging as Michael predicted. MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 302. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: MTM Case-Gard Luth-AR Rock Island Armory Hunters HD Gold EchoCore Suppressors Romancing the Resistance/Michael Smith, Unlicensed Punditry Lifestyles of the Armed and Famished/MB Diamondback Revolvers Inland Manufacturing .22 Suppressor Lyman Sonicore Suppressors Ballistol Suppressor Cleaner The Music of Smoove

While 2026 has already proven to be an eventful new year, one of the big stories was, well, quiet. With the Unconstitutional $200 tax gone as of 1 January, more than 150,000 people  have signed up for silencers…and that's just the beginning!  MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 301. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: MTM Case-Gard Hunters HD Gold Shooting Glasses Rock Island Armory Luth-AR Streamlight The Year of the Suppressor/Paul Erhardt, Outdoor Wire Dead Air Primal Banish 30-V2 TRAIL SAFE: How To Stay Safe in the Backcountry (book)/MB The Incomparable, Inimitable Phil Schreier-1962-2025/Mark A. Keefe, American Rifleman The William Tell Overture The Music of Semo

It's the last podcast of the year, and Michael was hoping for some Christmas cheer…unfortunately, events demanded something different. Also, Michael reflects on his upcoming 76th year and, predictably, he wants to compete! MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 300. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: "Let's Globalize the End of the Leftist Fetish for Murderers/Steven Cruiser, PJ Media Facing the Active Shooter: Ed Monk and Tom Givens/MB, TRIGGERED SPECIAL PROJECTS On Active Shooters in Churches/MB, MB Blog John Farnam Quips/John Farnam, DTI https://defense-training.com/helpless-at-your-peril/ https://defense-training.com/the-unarmed/ Well-Being in Your 70s: 4 Tips to Age Gracefully/WesleyLife Shooting Sports for Seniors/Allen Fox, shootingclasses.com The Music of Reed Pittman The Music of Juanita Cohen Smith

The landscape for self defense is always changing, and it is up to us to avoid an escalation cycle that ends in your arrest. Know what you're "betting!" MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 252. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: Risk Assessment in Personal Defense (Podcast)/Michael Bane The Blue City Murder Problem/Heritage Foundation Ed Monk/Last Resort Firearms Training Experts Warn of Disturbing Trend on Random Attacks Across America…/Julia Bonavita, Fox KTVU George Soro's Prosecutors Wage War on Law and Order/Charles Stimson and Zack Smith, Heritage Foundation Salvation (book)/Kevin Creighton The Music of Bobby Coxx and the Righteous The Music of Amos Ever-Hadani

Well, not exactly…this week MB answers a question from a listener: "Could you do a segment on the differences between a hunting trip to Africa and hunting African game in Texas?" Turns out to be a question that goes to the core of why humans hunt. MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 298. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: Exotics in Texas https://tpwd.texas.gov/publications/pwdpubs/media/pwd_bk_w7000_0206.pdf https://wildlifepartners.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/The-History-of-the-Exotic-Industry-in-Texas.pdf Wildlife Systems Inc. Wildlife Systems H. Yturria Hunting Ranches History of H. Yturria Ranch Texas Parks & Wildlife licensing Other Texas Hunting Opportunities MB's personal favorite…train and hunt with the best! FTW Ranch The granddaddy of them all… Y.O. Ranch And next door to Yturria… King Ranch Hunting The Music of the Bullock Brothers The Music of the Canadian Scottish Regimental Pipers

This week Michael joins two good friends in South Texas at the Yturria Ranch search for scimitar-horned oryx and nilgai…sometimes, everything works out perfectly... MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 297. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: Scimitar Horned Oryx Wildlife Systems H. Yturria Hunting Ranches History of Yturria Ranch Mitchell's Smokehouse, Raymondville, TX The Music of Roy Dahan The Music of Anthony Vega

After months of equivocating, this week, Michael finally makes a decision on a rifle for his post-Thanksgiving Texas hunt, and, YES, the rifle is boring! Plus a shout-out to FPS Holsters for their fine work on the 9mm TAC ULTRA holster. MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 296. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: MTM Case-Gard Powder Keg FPS Holsters Ruger Guide Gun Steiner H6Xi 2-12 Dead Air Primal silencer Barnes VOR-TX TTSX .300 Win Mag Wildlife Systems The Music of Wing  

Ruger's Super Blackhawk .44 Magnum single action is a legitimate classic and lends itself to all manner of modification…you can make the gun truly your own. This week, we take a look at some of Michael's classics. MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 295. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: Thumper Redux/Michael Bane Blog RW Grip Frames Grashorn Gunworks D&L Sports Blackhawk Sights Bowen Classic Arms Rough Country Ruger Rear Sights Tyler Gun Works Fink's Custom Gunsmithing Brian Eastridge's Super Blackhawk .44 Magnum Lew Gosnell's Vaquero .44 Magnum The Music of Kathleen Martin The Music of the Moonshine Bandits

After the election of a whole slew of "reform" candidates for the NRA Board of Directors, that reform is now taking place. Michael Talks about his interview with Doug Hamlin. Also, retro AR Made easy by Luth-AR! MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 294. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: Luth-AR Retro Uppers Stag Arms NRA 2.0 Takes Control…/John Petrolino, Shooting News Weekly RIA-USA Rock Island Armory MTM Case-Gard PK-12 Powder Keg The Music of Ariel Shalom The Music of Donner & Tie

This week some thoughts on movement in defensive encounters and how there are more options than you think! Plus, what's up with Glock? MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 293. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: Active Response Training/Greg Ellifritz When Running Will get You Killed…/Caleb Lee, Prepared Gun Owners Suarez Tactics (paid link)/Gabe Suarez Defend Yourself! A Logical Look at Real Self-Defense Training/Mike Seeklander, Shooting Performance Defensive Shooting Fundamentals…(book)/Rob Pincus, USCCA Rock Island Armory, Now Made in the US/Michael Bane, Triggered Say Goodbye to Glock; Say Hello to Glock V/The Firearms Blog The Music of Jake Schlegel The Music of Ben Bostick

Michael has been agonizing over which gun to accompany him, Marshal Halloway and Robert Parker to South Texas to hunt exotics. The current favorite choice? How about the .458 SOCOM bolt gun? MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 292. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: The .458 SOCOM Refined/Michael Bane, TRIGGERED Fun at FTW/Michael Bane/TRIGGERED Beware the Beast: The .458 SOCOM AR/Patrick Sweeney, Gun Digest MDT LSS Gen 2 Chassis Dead Air Primal .46 Caliber Silencer Dead Air Silencers Fitment Chart Buffalo Bore .458 SOCOM The Music of Kyle Cox The Music of Retrophonic

Yeah, the Ruger PC Charger 9mm is a pig, but it's a very friendly pig! In fact, it may be one of the best choices for home defense in the new world after January 1. MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 291. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: Ruger PC Charger Ruger's PC Charger 9mm/TRIGGERED Dead Air Silencers Mojave 45 Sig Folding Adapter Gearhead Works Tailhook Pistol Brace The Music of Randy Sharp "Chinese Food"

This week, we see at least one big player, Taurus, joining in on the idea of a braced-mounted, threaded barrel handgun as the new model for home defense. Also, some thoughts on how "lag time" matters more than ever and how you can "speed up" your own reactions. MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 290. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: The GUNSITE/AMERICA'S RIFLE CHALLENGE Summit November 8 & 9, 2025 Sign Up Here Perfect Self-Defense Ammo?/Roy Huntington, American Handgunner Taurus GX4 Strike Bravo w/Brace B&T USW Dead Air Mojave 45 Silencer In All the Silencer Talk, Everyone Forgot about SBRs and AOWs/Open Source Defense Dead Air Silencers PRIMAL MTM Case-Gard Range Accessories The Music of Tomer Lavie The Music of Brooklyn Classical

Now that Michael is back at the Secret Hidden Bunker, it's time to start putting rounds though his brand new RIA 9mm TAC ULTRA, proudly made in Cedar City, Utah. Also, the Dead Air Primal, a silencer for big bores. MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 289. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: The GUNSITE/AMERICA'S RIFLE CHALLENGE Summit November 8 & 9, 2025 Sign Up Here Rock Island Armory TAC ULTRA 9mm RIA, Made in the USA/TRIGGERED Factory Tour Agency Optics System https://www.springfield-armory.com/aos/ https://chpws.com/product/agency-optic-system-to-trijicon-sro/ Trijicon SRO Dead Air Silencers PRIMAL Dead Air Fitment Chart MTM Case-Gard Range Accessories The Music of the American Quartet The Music of Hannah Marie Kelley

The assassination of Charlie Kirk has impacted the United States more than any other event in modern history. As always, the question we need to answer is how will this horrific event change our lives and the way we live. These are hard, hard questions. MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 288. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: My Response to the Left/Nick Freitas Dead Air Silencers Luth-AR MTM Case-Gard Hunters HD Gold shooting glasses Rock Island Armory NRA America's Rifle Challenge Sign up for the GUNSITE/ARC SUMMIT, November 8 & 9! Day One is training with the great GUNSITE instructors. Day Two is an ARC Level 1 match. You can sign up here. The Music of 8opus/Jeremie Lhomme

For years we've thought about the options for home defense as being handguns, shotguns and most recently carbines. But with the end of the $200 suppressor tax  in January, there will be a huge increase in silencer sales. Will the long maligned PDW or, in this case, a pistol caliber…pistol…become the home defense weapon of choice? MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 287. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: Rifles: The Long and Short of It/Steve Adelman, SHOOTING ILLUSTRATED Angstadt Arms KelTec Sub-2000 Dead Air Mojave 45 silencer Dead Air Mojave Front Cap MTM Case-Gard Hunters HD Gold shooting glasses The Music of the HillTopTrio Robert Shaw Sings in "The Buccaneers"  

This week Michael talks about the increasing unease that has seeped through the culture, using the vector of social media. Plus ARs, silencers and an old friend from competition days. MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 286. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: Something Wicked is being Loosed in the Online World/Jeffrey Blehar, National Review Back to School/James Howard Kunstler Blog Dead Air Silencers Luth-AR Rock Island TAC ULTRA 9mm HC RIA's Cedar City, Utah, Factory/Michael Bane, TRIGGERED The Music of Curtis Cole The Music of Tai Tamari

Well, sort of, but if you are going to carry a snub-nosed revolver on your belt, in a bag or in your pocket, there are no better people to learn from than Darryl Bolke and Bryan Eastridge. Last weekend Michael was in Wyoming for one of their two-day classes, and it was a great learning experience! Here's the low-down. MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 285. Scroll down for reference links on topics discussed in this episode. Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent or any entities affiliated to it. Host: Michael Bane Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd. More information and reference links: American Fighting Revolver AFR Official FaceBook Pat Rogers Memorial Revolver Round-Up @ GUNSITE Revolver Fest 2025 (East Coast) S&W Model 617 Lipsey's/S&W 617 .22 Mountain Gun Wilderness Tactical DB Force Option Pocket Holster Simply Rugged DB Force Options Pocket Holster Ruger LCR .22 .22s for Self Protection/Greg Ellifritz, Active Response Training The Music of Tomo Suzuki The Music of Isaku Kageyama