State of the Second

Mar 04 2025 75 ep. 56 mins 23
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The State of The Second, an interview-style podcast focusing on the impact that legislation and activism are having on the firearms industry, and the Second Amendment community. Our Hosts, Kailey Nieman and John Fahrner, each bring years of experience and expertise in the firearms industry and Second Amendment advocacy. Episodes will feature interviews with a wide variety of companies and individuals from across the firearms industry and community. The goal is to discuss the effects of policy from multiple industry perspectives and give insight into how the community can move forward in defending and restoring the Second Amendment.

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Why Big Gun Companies Are Cutting Corners & How to Fix It – Michael Cox

Mar 04 2025 52 mins  
Join John this week as he chats with Michael Cox of Cox Arms USA to dive into the BEST Rifle Warranty in the Market, the Every Man’s Rifle, and the loopholes the ATF uses to track your gun purchases.Special thanks to our sponsors for supporting this season!Blackout Coffee – Try GOA’s “No Compromise” roast at https://www.gunowners.org/ or https://www.blackoutcoffee.com/Pat

Yeeting The Haters – The People Behind Hi-Point (ft Hi-Point Firearms)

Feb 26 2025 54 mins  
Season 2, Episode 4 is here!This week, John sits down with Dave Kiwacka of Hi-Point Firearms to tackle Hi-Point myths, buying & selling ammo, their legendary customer service, and the insane torture tests their guns endure. Don’t miss it!Special thanks to our sponsors for supporting this season!Blackout Coffee – Try GOA’s “No Compromise” roast at https://www.gunowners

Hollywood's Closet Gun Owners, LEGAL Exploding Targets, & It's NOT Alec Baldwin's FAULT?!

Feb 19 2025 58 mins  
This week join John as he sits down with Ton Jones of Firebird Targets. T They dive into Firebird’s reactive targets and take a hard look at Hollywood’s stance on firearms, internally and externally, along with California as a whole.Special thanks to our sponsors for supporting this season!Blackout Coffee – Try GOA’s “No Compromise” roast at https://www.gunowners.o

Why can't Optics Companies innovate? (ft. Gideon Optics)

Feb 12 2025 61 mins  
In this episode, John sits down with Jordan Vinroe of @GideonOptics2023  to talk about firearm optics, gun rights, and industry trends.  From starting an optics company to fighting unconstitutional ATF rulings, this conversation is a must-watch for anyone passionate about the Second Amendment. Topics Covered: The Gideon Optics story & their be

Why Does Palmetto State Armory Keep Winning?

Feb 05 2025 48 mins  
Kicking off Season 2 with a powerhouse guest, Cameron Tapler, Director of Branding and Product Management at Palmetto State Armory!Join the conversation as they dive into in-house gun part manufacturing, changes in gun laws under the new administration, product expansion, and navigating TSA regulations when traveling with a firearm.

ATF tries to Silence FREE SPEECH? (ft. AmmoLand)

Jan 29 2025 46 mins  
Join John and Kailey this week as they sit down with John Crump, writer for AmmoLand. They dive into gag orders by the ATF, Foya requests, journalism, and what is going on with big tech.

What do Gold and Guns have in common?

Jan 22 2025 41 mins  
Join John and Kailey as they sit down with Trey, a precious metals expert, as they talk about the significance of gold and silver as alternatives to traditional currency. Trey outlines the essentials for anyone considering investing in precious metals, advocating for starting small and gradually building a collection that can serve both as an investment and a means of trade.

This is Why We Don’t Trust Politicians (ft. @stones2ndsense)

Jan 15 2025 69 mins  
Join John and Kailey as they sit down with Kaydi Stone of Stones 2nd Sense to discuss all things political. From the importance of getting educated and taking action to the elections and why the “small guys” matter.

Carrying on Campus: Rights or Risks? (ft. Cheryl Todd)

Jan 08 2025 64 mins  
This week, join John and Kailey as they sit down with Cheryl Todd, to discuss the polka-dots are my camo movement, carrying on college campuses, and apathy on all levels of government.

Are We Losing the Fight for Gun Rights? (ft. XTech)

Dec 18 2024 59 mins  
This week, join John and Kailey as they chat with Jeremy Deadman from XTech. They explore innovation, tackle mag capacity bans, and dive into XTech’s new Freedom Series. Plus, don’t miss it when Jeremy calls out the entire industry!