The Gun Cranks Podcast

Last year, we started out with the Chinese spy balloon. This year, we're ending things with some unidentified flying objects. Sightings of mysterious "SUV-sized" drones have been dominating the news for more than a week, and there are still no answers. Are they spying on you? Are they the next big government plot? The Gun Cranks dive deep into the wildest drone theories buzzing around and, more importantly, what not to do if you spot one in your airspace. Spoiler: Shooting them down is NOT the answer! Tune in for a dose of humor, common sense, and practical advice on handling the drone drama without landing yourself in a heap of trouble. Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters) to get it delivered straight to your inbox.  --  You can find past Gun Cranks episodes in their former home: https://www.youtube.com/@GunCranks

The Gun Cranks dive into the immediate reactions and implications following the 2024 election. Join us as we discuss how the results may impact Second Amendment rights, gun laws, and the firearms industry overall. We'll also explore how the political landscape might shape the attitudes and choices of gun owners across the country. Expect a lively, no-holds-barred conversation as we break down the election’s outcomes, what they mean for our community, and what the future might hold.

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, the Gun Cranks reassessed their emergency preparedness gear. From power banks and solar chargers to lighting solutions and emergency water supplies, the Gun Cranks (plus our digital editor, Ashley McGee) provide practical insights on essential gear. Whether you're in the Southeast or beyond, it's time to be prepared for whatever Mother Nature throws your way. NOW AVAILABLE “The Insider”: 20+ Years Of Indiscriminate Deliberations On Timely Topics by Roy Huntington Order now on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DF2PR1RY Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters) to get it delivered straight to your inbox. 

In this episode of Gun Cranks, we dive into the controversial topic of firing a warning shot from both a law enforcement perspective and for private citizens in self-defense situations. Is it a smart strategy or a legal nightmare? Our experts break down the risks, legal implications and real-world scenarios to help you decide if a warning shot is ever the right move. Stay informed and stay safe with insights every responsible gun owner needs to know! NOW AVAILABLE “The Insider”: 20+ Years Of Indiscriminate Deliberations On Timely Topics by Roy Huntington Order now on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DF2PR1RY Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters) to get it delivered straight to your inbox.  --  You can find past Gun Cranks episodes in their former home: https://www.youtube.com/@GunCranks

Who doesn't love a little show-and-tell? Especially when it involves rifles and revolvers! From a miniature AR-15 to a modern take on the classic Colt Python, there's a little something for everyone in this episode of the Gun Cranks. But, before they dive in, the Cranks share their excitement over reaching some significant milestones, discuss the importance of community engagement, and tease an exciting new project you won't want to miss. NOW AVAILABLE “The Insider”: 20+ Years Of Indiscriminate Deliberations On Timely Topics by Roy Huntington Order now on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DF2PR1RY Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters) to get it delivered straight to your inbox.  --  You can find past Gun Cranks episodes in their former home: https://www.youtube.com/@GunCranks

Before the involuntary manslaughter case against Alec Baldwin was dismissed, the Gun Cranks convened to discuss whether they thought Baldwin was an idiot, a criminal or both. You might find their take surprising.  Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters) to get it delivered straight to your inbox. 

Since everyone else is throwing in their two cents, you know the Gun Cranks couldn't resist — except we actually waited for some of the facts to come out (what a wild concept, right?) Drawing on their law enforcement experience and firearms knowledge, GUNS Magazine Editor Brent T. Wheat, American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale and Special Projects Editor Roy Huntington assess the assassination attempt on former President Donald J. Trump at his campaign rally in Butler, Pa. • How could this have happened? • Did the Secret Service respond appropriately? • What was local law enforcements role? • Thoughts on all the conspiracy theories • And where do we go from here?

You never know what the Gun Cranks are going to talk about next, and this episode is proof. The Cranks reconvene to talk about the recent bump stock decision, the loss of Mike Venturino and Mark Hampton, and the new Angry Baboon Oracle. Be sure to stick around 'til the end for a patriotic "Hold My Beer" video in honor of the 4th of July ... just disregard the sheer look of panic and frustration on Ashley's face over the technical difficulties. The show must go on!

We've all heard the theory: Gun owners must be overcompensating for something — or rather, their lack of "something." The bigger the gun or the more guns a guy has, the smaller his ---- must be, right? There's even a hypothesis called the “psychosexual theory of gun ownership”.  Well, a team of sociologists from The University of Texas at San Antonio, Texas A&M University, and Florida State University finally decided to put the theory to the test. Earlier this month, they published their findings in the American Journal of Men's Health. The results may or may not surprise you... Read the full study:  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38819006/ --  Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters) to get it delivered straight to your inbox.  --  You can find past Gun Cranks episodes in their former home: https://www.youtube.com/@GunCranks

When Brent's away, the Gun Cranks will play. Join American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale, American COP Editor Erick Gelhaus and "America's Grandpa" Roy Huntington as they share some of their favorite (and not-so-favorite) new products.   RELATED LINKS   • Lipsey's S&W Ultimate Carry J-Frame, https://lipseys.com/crm/ultimatecarry  • Garmin Xero C1 Chronograph, https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/771164   • Staccato 9mm Range Ammo, https://staccato2011.com/products/staccato-9mm-range-ammo   • Staccato 9mm Match Ammo, https://staccato2011.com/products/staccato-9mm-match-ammo  • Trijicon RCR Reflex Sight, https://www.trijicon.com/products/subcategory/trijicon-rcr-reflex-sight  --  Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters) to get it delivered straight to your inbox.  --  You can find past Gun Cranks episodes in their former home: https://www.youtube.com/@GunCranks

While Tom McHale took some well-deserved and long-overdue time off, Brent Wheat and Roy Huntington made the trek to Dallas for the 2024 NRA Annual Meeting. Tune in to hear what products caught their attention and what you need to know about the organization's newly elected president, Bob Barr.

Legislators may not be calling for an all-out ban on all firearms, but they are taking a death-by-a-thousand-cuts approach. Case in point: The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) recently extended the "temporary" ban on exporting firearms, ammunition, and related components to non-governmental end users in select countries. The Gun Cranks sound off on the impacts we've already seen and what the extension could mean for the future of the firearms industry. 03:12 - Welcome 01:52 - News & Views 13:47 - Mailbag 34:25 - "Hold My Beer" Awards Related Link: • https://www.commerce.gov/news/press-releases/2024/04/department-commerce-restricts-export-all-firearms-non-government -- Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsle...) to get it delivered straight to your inbox. -- You can find past Gun Cranks episodes in their former home: https://www.youtube.com/@GunCranks

Watching the old become new again is a constant in life. We see it with clothing trends, music, and yes, even guns. Two recent examples come to mind: The resurgence of leverguns and how new, younger shooters are "discovering" revolvers. In this episode of Gun Cranks, Brent T. Wheat and Roy Huntington share another example — the return of the M16A2-style rifle. But, does new and updated mean better? 0:00 - Welcome 01:10 - News & Views 10:16 - Mailbag 19:48 - "Hold My Beer" Awards -- Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsle...) to get it delivered straight to your inbox. -- You can find past Gun Cranks episodes in their former home: https://www.youtube.com/@GunCranks

The Browning Hi-Power is one of the most revered pistols of all time, and for good reason. But that fact alone apparently isn't enough to stop American Handgunner Editor Tom McHale from committing heresy, prompting the Gun Cranks to dive into the changes and innovations seen in modern high-power firearms and challenging the notion that classics should remain untouched. Also in this episode, learn how you can find out exactly how old your Buck knife is and see the "Hold My Beer" Award video that left the Cranks begging producer Ashley to hit the stop button. Related Links: • Girsan MCP35 LW OPS, https://americanhandgunner.com/discover/first-look/girsan-mcp35-lw-ops/ • Date Your Buck Knife, https://www.buckknives.com/about/behind-the-blade/how-old-is-my-knife/ -- Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsle...) to get it delivered straight to your inbox. -- You can find past Gun Cranks episodes in their former home: https://www.youtube.com/@GunCranks

From a new American-made 9mm and an established brand's first foray into the handgun market to an update on Garland v. Cargill — the Supreme Court case regarding bump stocks — the Gun Cranks share their views on the latest industry news. Plus, viewer letters and the ever-popular "Hey, hold my beer!" segment. 00:00 - Welcome 02:20 - News & Views 29:50 - Mailbag 44:50 - "Hold My Beer" Awards -- RELATED LINKS • Rost Martin, https://www.rostmartin.com • Daniel Defense, https://danieldefense.com • Garland v. Cargill (case no. 20-51016), https://www.supremecourt.gov/docket/docketfiles/html/public/22-976.html • Jack Link's Cup, https://quailcreeksportingranch.com/jacklinkscup/ • Lipsey’s Exclusive Smith & Wesson Ultimate Carry J-Frame, https://americanhandgunner.com/discover/lipseys-smith-wesson-ultimate-carry-j-frame/ • S&W Ultimate Carry J-Frame Ballistic Testing, https://americanhandgunner.com/our-experts/sw-ultimate-carry-ballistic-testing/ -- EPISODE SPONSOR The Gun Cranks Podcast is presented by 4Patriots. Prepare for the ‘just-in-case’ with delicious and long-lasting emergency food kits from 4Patriots. These survival meals will give your family the energy they need to get through an emergency. Our survival food kits infuse a combination of taste and shelf-life, making them perfect for any situation. Visit www.4Patriots.com/GUNMAG for free shipping and to check out today’s great deals! -- Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsle...) to get it delivered straight to your inbox. -- You can find past Gun Cranks episodes in their former home: https://www.youtube.com/@GunCranks

The Gun Cranks are back! Yes ... for real this time. After a brief hiatus and a little reformatting, the Three Stooges of the gun world return to dish on the latest news, weigh in on controversial issues, and share what's in their mailbags. And make sure you stick around until the end to find out what rendered all three Cranks nearly speechless. 00:00 - Welcome 02:20 - News & Views 15:13 - Mailbag 28:17 - "Hold My Beer" Awards -- EPISODE SPONSOR The Gun Cranks Podcast is presented by 4Patriots. Prepare for the ‘just-in-case’ with delicious and long-lasting emergency food kits from 4Patriots. These survival meals will give your family the energy they need to get through an emergency. Our survival food kits infuse a combination of taste and shelf-life, making them perfect for any situation. Visit www.4Patriots.com/GUNMAG for free shipping and to check out today’s great deals! -- Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsle...) to get it delivered straight to your inbox. -- You can find past Gun Cranks episodes in their former home: https://www.youtube.com/@GunCranks

There's one thing more essential to survival than food, and that's water. It makes up about 50% to 70% of your body weight afterall. This week, the Gun Cranks continue their series on emergency preparedness. How much water should you store per person in your household? Where else can you find potable water if you're really in need? What filtration/purification gear do the Cranks keep in their kits? We dive into these questions and more.  Hit the subscribe button to get notified when part three of our six-part series — "Be Prepared: Power/Electricity for the Next Emergency" — is live. Better yet, subscribe to our free Guncrank Chronicles newsletter to get it delivered straight to your inbox: https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters EPISODE SPONSOR The GUNS Magazine Podcast is presented by 4Patriots. When things go sideways, will you be prepared? 4Patriots has you covered with preparedness products you can use NOW … and that could save your life later. Their NEW solar generator, the Patriot Power Generator 2000X, uses the endless free power of the sun to power lights, your TV, medical equipment, and even run your fridge. Plus, it’s expandable and comes with a free solar panel. Or pick up one of 4Patriots’ best-selling survival food kits. Delicious-tasting and designed to last for 25 years. They even have kits with real meat. And if the power’s out, no worries. Just boil water over a fire, simmer, and serve. You’ll enjoy a hot meal and stay safe in a crisis. Visit 4Patriots.com/GUNMAG to view this week’s discounts and deals.

The Cranks are back! This time, for a multi-part series on emergency preparedness. Let's kick things off by talking about food. How much land does one person need to produce enough food to survive year-round? Is canning food underrated? How much backstock should the average person keep in case of emergency? We dive into these questions and more.  Hit the subscribe button to get notified when part two of our six-part series — "Be Prepared: Water for the Next Emergency" — is live. Better yet, subscribe to our free Guncrank Chronicles newsletter to get it delivered straight to your inbox: https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters EPISODE SPONSOR The GUNS Magazine Podcast is presented by 4Patriots. When things go sideways, will you be prepared? 4Patriots has you covered with preparedness products you can use NOW … and that could save your life later. Their NEW solar generator, the Patriot Power Generator 2000X, uses the endless free power of the sun to power lights, your TV, medical equipment, and even run your fridge. Plus, it’s expandable and comes with a free solar panel. Or pick up one of 4Patriots’ best-selling survival food kits. Delicious-tasting and designed to last for 25 years. They even have kits with real meat. And if the power’s out, no worries. Just boil water over a fire, simmer, and serve. You’ll enjoy a hot meal and stay safe in a crisis. Visit 4Patriots.com/GUNMAG to view this week’s discounts and deals.

How custom should your carry gun be? This week, the Cranks tackle yet another controversial topic — this time, at the suggestion of Roy Huntington.  Where do you fall on the spectrum: factory gun, fully custom or somewhere in between? Let us know in the comments. EPISODE SPONSOR The Gun Cranks Podcast is presented by 4Patriots. Hurricane season is here, and the time to prepare is NOW. Create your own stockpile of the best-selling 4Patriots Survival Food Kits. Handpacked in the U.S.A. They have different delicious breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. Right now, go to 4Patriots.com and use code GUNMAG to get 10% off your first purchase. Start building your own stockpile today! — Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters) to get it delivered straight to your inbox.

What the heck is happening in Albuquerque? The Governor of New Mexico just outlawed carrying guns despite the U.S. and State Constitution, along with countless instances of case law. Has she lost her mind, or is this the precursor of things to come? The Gun Cranks dissect the end game of this unbelievable move. EPISODE SPONSOR The Gun Cranks Podcast is presented by 4Patriots. Hurricane season is here, and the time to prepare is NOW. Create your own stockpile of the best-selling 4Patriots Survival Food Kits. Handpacked in the U.S.A. They have different delicious breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. Right now, go to 4Patriots.com and use code GUNMAG to get 10% off your first purchase. Start building your own stockpile today! — Hit the subscribe button to be notified when the next Gun Cranks episode is live, or sign up for the Guncrank Chronicles weekly email newsletter (https://americanhandgunner.com/newsletters) to get it delivered straight to your inbox.