The Gun Experiment

We experiment with concepts in guns, gear and training; all while having conversations about interesting things, with interesting people. Yes, we will talk about guns, but not just guns because humans weren’t meant to be one dimensional. The gun is merely a tool and we believe the person is the true weapon. We want to explore different ways to make this “weapon” better in mind, body and spirit. Experiment...everyday.
We experiment with concepts in guns, gear and training; all while having conversations about interesting things, with interesting people. Yes, we will talk about guns, but not just guns because humans weren’t meant to be one dimensional. The gun is merely a tool and we believe the person is the true weapon. We want to explore different ways to make this “weapon” better in mind, body and spirit. Experiment...everyday.
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Sep 3, 2024
Sep 3, 2024
1hr 18 min
We release new content every Tuesday morning so be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode. Subscribe here Tonight’s in-studio guest co-host is a regular on the show and our go to second amendment lawyer; it’s my pleasure to welcome back Peter Tilem of Tilem and Associates law firm. Ways to support the show:1. Join our mailing list: Thegunexperiment.com 2. Subscribe, Leave us 5 stars and comment on Apple or Spotify3. Follow us on instagram and/or FB: Instagram Facebook4. Be a part of our private community, join our Discord page!5. Be sure to support the sponsors of the show. They are an integral part of making the show possible!Ask us anything at AskMikeandKeith@gmail.comGet Your Gun Experiment Merch HereToday’s show is brought to you by Cooper’s Cask Coffee. Cooper’s makes barrel aged coffees with hints of your choice of rum, rye, whiskey or bourbon. They source single origin roasts from around the world and you can get yours by going to CoffeewithMikeandKeith.comTonight’s Topics of DiscussionI. Intro: a. Catch up with Peter b. NY Tac Defense (Discount code TheGunExperiment2023)Mo Modern, Mo ProblemsII. AI Running for Mayor in Wyoming CityIII. Drivers Hate the Tech in Their CarsBeyond an UN-Reasonable Doubt:IV.NYC Changes Gun Rules; Allows Non Resident Permits V. Maryland AWB Case Headed to SCOTUS?Zucker-PunchVI. Zuckerberg Regrets bowing to Covid PressureVII. Broncos Preseason Fan Fight (Mike’s Fight Break Down)Rules for Thee, but Not the DNCVIII. Edwin at the DNCIX. Just Change the Word Abortion to FirearmsX. Outro That’ll do it for this episode. We want to thank all of our listeners for tuning in and a very special thanks to Peter for hanging out with us, if you live in NY be sure to check out NY Tac Defense. If anyone out there has any opinions or thoughts on tonight's conversation, feel free to reach out to us on Instagram, Discord or Spotify and let your voice be heard.We may earn a small portion of the sale from some of the product/service links discussed in our show and provided in these notes. It doesn’t come at a cost to you, but helps us to grow the show, buy gear to review and continue to create great content. We will never affiliate ourselves with companies or products that we do not personally stand behind. Thank you for your support.



Aug 27, 2024
Aug 27, 2024
40 min
Welcome to The Gun Experiment. On this episode we sit down with a retired Navy SEAL sniper and discuss what it actually takes to be a special operations sniper.We release new content every Tuesday morning so be sure to subscribe and share the show with friends. Subscribe hereToday’s episode is brought to you by Onsight Firearms Training. We have been working with Onsight for almost 4 years now and they are second to none in the training space. If you are looking to level up your shooting ability, check out their course offerings and take a class today! Visit oftllc.us and get trained by the same outfit that trains The Gun Experiment. Ways to support the show:1. Join our mailing list: Thegunexperiment.com 2. Subscribe and leave us a comment on Apple or Spotify3. Follow us on all of our social media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Facebook4. Be a part of our growing community, join our Discord page!5. Be sure to support the sponsors of the show. They are an integral part of making the show possible.Ask us anything at AskMikeandKeith@gmail.comGet Your Gun Experiment Merch HereToday’s Interview is brought to you by Flatline Fiberco. Flatline makes soft goods for the shooting community and we have personally tested out all of their gear so we know it's quality kit. Keith and I have been working with Chad and his team for a long time and the people are as good as the products. All of their products are hand made in the USA, and have a lifetime warranty, and you can use the discount code “gunexperiment10” at checkout for 10% off. Check them out at Flatlinefiberco.com. I. Interview Today’s guest is a retired Navy SEAL who served three deployments before eventually becoming the Lead Chief Petty Officer of Sniper School. After 26 years of service he would retire and start Charlie Mike Precision and join forces with G2 Precision, companies dedicated to long range shooting; please welcome Charlie Melton to the show.Run and Gun is sponsored by Cooper’s Cask Coffee. Keith and I love great coffee as much as we like a day at the range. Coopers has single origin coffees from all around the world with a rich taste that is sure to please your palate. Check out their Barrel Aged Coffee with notes of your favorite spirits like Rum, Rye, Bourbon and Whiskey. Head to CoffeewithMikeandKeith.com and place your order of Coopers Coffee!II. Run and Gun III. Let’s Mix It UpToday on Let’s Mix It Up, we have an in depth conversation on what it takes to actually be a special operations sniper.IV. Outro Website Facebook Youtube InstagramTo everyone listening we want to thank you again for taking time out of your day to tune into our show; You can find links in the show notes to all of our social media, so be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Discord and Spotify so we can keep the conversation going. We may earn a small portion of the sale from some of the product/service links discussed in our show and provided in these notes. It doesn’t come at a cost to you, but helps us to grow the show, buy gear to review and continue to create great content. We will never affiliate ourselves with companies or products that we do not personally stand behind. Thank you for your support.



Aug 20, 2024
Aug 20, 2024
1hr 23 min
We release new content every Tuesday morning so be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode. Subscribe here Today’s show is brought to you by Cooper’s Cask Coffee. Cooper’s makes barrel aged coffees with hints of your choice of rum, rye, whiskey or bourbon. They source single origin roasts from around the world and you can get yours by going to CoffeewithMikeandKeith.com Ways to support the show:1. Join our mailing list: Thegunexperiment.com 2. Subscribe, Leave us 5 stars and comment on Apple or Spotify3. Follow us on instagram and/or FB: Instagram Facebook4. Be a part of our private community, join our Discord page!5. Be sure to support the sponsors of the show. They are an integral part of making the show possible.Ask us anything at AskMikeandKeith@gmail.comGet Your Gun Experiment Merch HereTonight’s in-studio guest co-host has joined us multiple times and is back to chop it up with us. Please welcome back the father of modern Army combatives, the one and only Matt Larsen.Tonight’s Topics of DiscussionI. Intro: Catch up with MattThe US MessII. Kamala’s Creative HeadlinesIII. Secret Service Apologizes for Break InSticking to Their Guns:IV. Letitia James Fights Back after Court Forces Her HandV. Each 2024 Candidate’s 2A Stance (Notes) Ask Us AnythingVI. Ban on MasksVII. Ask Us Anything (AskMikeandKeith@gmail.com)It’s The End of the World as We Know ItVIII. Men with Terrorist Ties Detained at BorderIX. “War is Coming Home”X. Outro That’ll do it for this episode. We want to thank all of our listeners for tuning in and a very special thanks to Matt for hanging out with us. If anyone out there has any opinions or thoughts on tonight's conversation, feel free to reach out to us on Instagram, Discord or Spotify and let your voice be heard.We may earn a small portion of the sale from some of the product/service links discussed in our show and provided in these notes. It doesn’t come at a cost to you, but helps us to grow the show, buy gear to review and continue to create great content. We will never affiliate ourselves with companies or products that we do not personally stand behind. Thank you for your support.



Aug 13, 2024
Aug 13, 2024
1hr 2 min
Welcome to The Gun Experiment. On this episode we sit down with the Senior Marketing Officer at Gun Owners of America and discuss the importance of a “No Compromise” philosophy.We release new content every Tuesday morning so be sure to subscribe and share the show with friends. Subscribe hereToday’s episode is brought to you by Onsight Firearms Training. We have been working with Onsight for almost 4 years now and they are second to none in the training space. Check them out at oftllc.us and get trained by the same outfit that trains The Gun Experiment. Ways to support the show:1. Join our mailing list: Thegunexperiment.com 2. Subscribe and leave us a comment on Apple or Spotify3. Follow us on all of our social media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Facebook4. Be a part of our growing community, join our Discord page!5. Be sure to support the sponsors of the show. They are an integral part of making the show possible.Ask us anything at AskMikeandKeith@gmail.comGet Your Gun Experiment Merch HereToday’s Interview is brought to you by Flatline Fiberco. Flatline makes soft goods for the shooting community and we have personally tested out all of their gear so we know it's quality kit. All of their products are hand made in the US and have a lifetime warranty, so check them out at Flatlinefiberco.com. Use the discount code “gunexperiment10” at checkout for 10% off.I. Interview Today’s guest has worked in various capacities within the firearms industry for the past decade. Specializing in sales, client relations and marketing, he currently serves as the Senior Development and Marketing Officer at Gun Owners of America. He is also the co-host of the State of the Second Podcast; please welcome John Fahrner to the show.Tell us how you first got into firearms? (How did you get into the Industry?) GOA is hosting the first annual GOALS event. Tell us what the goal (haha) of the event is? I'm also particularly interested in hearing about the technology and innovation panel discussion. (M - You are the moderator of this panel, what would you like to accomplish in this role?)A lot of your time in the gun industry was spent dealing with retail products. What made you decide to join Gun Owners of America? How has working for a pro gun lobby organization been different from retail? What are some of the unique challenges in this part of the industry?With all the challenges in appealing to pro 2A Americans through marketing and social media strategies. What should we pay attention to being restricted sooner, SEO and social media being restricted for firearms industry folks or the same style restrictions on the individual users? Who will be banned first, the industry or the people?You co-created the State of the Second podcast for GOA. What was the catalyst for its creation? Any particularly memorable guests or conversations?What have been some of the challenges you have faced creating this type of content?Where do you see the 2A industry in 10 years? You think we will be over this next hump of individual state challenges (assault weapons bans, constitutional carry, background checks on ammo, and private sales.)Where can people find youRun and Gun is sponsored by Cooper’s Cask Coffee. Keith and I love great coffee as much as we like a day at the range. Coopers has single origin coffees from all around the world with a rich taste that is sure to please your palate. Check out their Barrel Aged Coffee with notes of your favorite spirits like Rum, Rye, Bourbon and Whiskey. Head to CoffeewithMikeandKeith.com and place your first order of Coopers Coffee.II. Run and Gun What is your favorite gun in your personal collection?What gun would you buy if money was no object?If you could have a drink with one person living or dead who would it be?Favorite caliber?Favorite hobby not gun related?If you could have one superpower what would it be?All hell breaks loose, is it better to be armed or trained?Is it better to be loved or feared?Rifle, pistol or shotgun You’re in the worst scenario imaginable, who do you want to have your back other than your spouse.III. Let’s Mix It UpToday on Let’s Mix It Up, we are going to discuss GOA's “No Compromise” Philosophy and why it’s important in the fight for the second amendment.The GOA bills itself as the country's only “No Compromise” gun lobby organization. Can you tell us where that philosophy came from? I understand this idea at face value, but can you give an example where another organization might compromise where GOA wouldn’t? IV. Outro John, thank you for coming on and discussing Gun Owners of America and all that they are doing as an organization to help bolster our second amendment rights. It’s nice to know that there is a “no compromise” organization such as GOA fighting for all of us in the firearms community. I’m a fan of the podcast and I love that you started GOAL and can’t wait to make it out there in the future. John, keep doing what you’re doing because you and your team are definitely moving the cultural needle in gun culture. Website Facebook X Youtube InstagramTo everyone listening we want to thank you again for taking time out of your day to tune into our show; You can find links in the show notes to all of our social media, so be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Discord and Spotify so we can keep the conversation going. We may earn a small portion of the sale from some of the product/service links discussed in our show and provided in these notes. It doesn’t come at a cost to you, but helps us to grow the show, buy gear to review and continue to create great content. We will never affiliate ourselves with companies or products that we do not personally stand behind. Thank you for your support.



Aug 6, 2024
Aug 6, 2024
1hr 2 min
We release new content every Tuesday morning so be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode. Subscribe here Today’s show is brought to you by Cooper’s Cask Coffee. Cooper’s makes barrel aged coffees with hints of your choice of rum, rye, whiskey or bourbon. They source single origin roasts from around the world and you can get yours by going to CoffeewithMikeandKeith.com The Winner of our Aero Precision Solus Competition Rifle contest is Matt L. from Harrisburg PA.Ways to support the show:1. Join our mailing list: Thegunexperiment.com 2. Subscribe, Leave us 5 stars and comment on Apple or Spotify3. Follow us on instagram and/or FB: Instagram Facebook4. Be a part of our private community, join our Discord page!5. Be sure to support the sponsors of the show. They are an integral part of making the show possible.Ask us anything at AskMikeandKeith@gmail.comGet Your Gun Experiment Merch HereTonight’s guest co-host is currently the Senior Public Relations Director for Swanson Russell and a board member for the Special Operations Wounded Warriors Foundation. It’s been a while since we spoke last, but I’m pleased to welcome back Roy Hill.Tonight’s Topics of DiscussionI. Intro: Catch up with RoySwanson RussellSpecial Operations Wounded Warrior FoundationControlling the NarrativeII. Mass Shooting In Upstate NY (Resource)III. Professor under Fire for Assination Comments Full Court Press:IV. LaPierre Handed 10 Year BanV. Biden/Harris to overhaul Supreme CourtGoing for Gold:VI. Paris Opening CeremonyVII. XY Boxers Beats Female Boxer in 46 SecondsVIII. China Wins Gold in Olympic Air Rifle IX. US First Country to 3,000 MedalsX. Outro That’ll do it for this episode. We want to thank all of our listeners for tuning in and a very special thanks to Roy for coming on as our guest host. If anyone out there has any opinions or thoughts on tonight's conversation, feel free to reach out to us on Instagram, Discord or Spotify and let your voice be heard.We may earn a small portion of the sale from some of the product/service links discussed in our show and provided in these notes. It doesn’t come at a cost to you, but helps us to grow the show, buy gear to review and continue to create great content. We will never affiliate ourselves with companies or products that we do not personally stand behind. Thank you for your support.



Jul 30, 2024
Jul 30, 2024
1hr 15 min
We release new content every Tuesday morning so be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode. Subscribe here Today’s show is brought to you by the Second Amendment Foundation. There is no better ally to have in your corner than The Second Amendment Foundation. They are constantly fighting anti 2A legislation in court and they’ve been doing so for the past 50 years. Head over to SAF.org and become a part of the most effective pro-gun rights group in the country.Ways to support the show:1. Join our mailing list: Thegunexperiment.com 2. Subscribe, Leave us 5 stars and comment on Apple or Spotify3. Follow us on instagram and/or FB: Instagram Facebook4. Be a part of our private community, join our Discord page!5. Be sure to support the sponsors of the show. They are an integral part of making the show possible.Ask us anything at AskMikeandKeith@gmail.comGet Your Gun Experiment Merch HereTonight’s guest co-host is an author, fellow podcaster and an expert in bushcraft. The last time he was on the show he helped us build out our modern Minuteman Bags and tonight he’s back to chop it up. I'm pleased to welcome back Kevin Estella .Tonight’s Topics of DiscussionI. Intro: Catch up with KevinLet him plug any projectsOne thing Keith and I have in common is our love for good bourbon and amazing coffee. Thanks to Coopers Coffee Company, we get the best of both worlds. Cooper’s makes barrel aged coffees with hints of your choice of rum, rye, whiskey or bourbon. They source single origin roasts from around the world and you can get yours by going to CoffeewithMikeandKeith.com Road to the White House: Drone and Groans AdditionII. Trump Shooter: Drone Surveillance III. Dems Crown Kamala Their NomineeHelp Me, Help You:IV. How Did America Fall in Love With Guns?V. Ask Us Anything (AskMikeandKeith@gmail.com)VI. Top Bushcraft Skills Civilians Should Focus On?Back In My Day:VII. Deputy Charged In Fatal Shooting: 6 Agencies in 4 YearsVIII. Strengths and Weaknesses: By Generation ListIX. Dealing with Public LewdnessX. Outro That’ll do it for this episode. We want to thank all of our listeners for tuning in and a very special thanks to Kevin for coming on as our guest host. If anyone out there has any opinions or thoughts on tonight's conversation, feel free to reach out to us on Instagram, Discord or Spotify and let your voice be heard.We may earn a small portion of the sale from some of the product/service links discussed in our show and provided in these notes. It doesn’t come at a cost to you, but helps us to grow the show, buy gear to review and continue to create great content. We will never affiliate ourselves with companies or products that we do not personally stand behind. Thank you for your support.



Jul 23, 2024
Jul 23, 2024
1hr 15 min
Welcome to The Gun Experiment. On this episode we sit down with a Special Forces SERE Instructor and discuss Escape and Evasion techniques.We release new content every Tuesday morning so be sure to subscribe and share the show with friends. Subscribe hereToday’s episode is brought to you by Onsight Firearms Training. We have been working with Onsight for almost 4 years now and they are second to none in the training space. Check them out at oftllc.us and get trained by the same outfit that trains The Gun Experiment. Ways to support the show:1. Join our mailing list: Thegunexperiment.com 2. Subscribe and leave us a comment on Apple or Spotify3. Follow us on all of our social media: Instagram Twitter Youtube Facebook4. Be a part of our growing community, join our Discord page!5. Be sure to support the sponsors of the show. They are an integral part of making the show possible.Ask us anything at AskMikeandKeith@gmail.comGet Your Gun Experiment Merch HereToday’s Interview is brought to you by Flatline Fiberco. Flatline makes soft goods for the shooting community, and all of their products are hand made in the US with a lifetime warranty. Check them out at Flatlinefiberco.com. To sweeten the deal use the discount code “gunexperiment10” at checkout for 10% off.I. Interview Today’s guest is a former Army Ranger and Green Beret who retired after 21 years of service. Since retirement he has served in a civilian capacity as a SERE instructor in North Carolina, where he also runs his custom knife company, HoboForge; please welcome Jason Smith to the show.Run and Gun is sponsored by Cooper’s Cask Coffee. Coopers has single origin coffees from all around the world with a rich taste that is sure to please your palate. Check out their Barrel Aged Coffee with notes of your favorite spirits like Rum, Rye, Bourbon and Whiskey. For fantastic coffee, head to CoffeewithMikeandKeith.com and place your first order of Coopers Coffee.II. Run and Gun III. Let’s Mix It UpToday on Let’s Mix It Up, we are going to discuss escape and evasion techniques from more populated environments.IV. Outro Whether it's wilderness or urban survival it’s always a good idea to have a plan and I hope that having these conversations will help ignite a spark in our listeners to become better prepared citizens.Website Facebook X YoutubeTo everyone listening we want to thank you again for taking time out of your day to tune into our show; You can find links in the show notes to all of our social media, so be sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Discord and Spotify so we can keep the conversation going. We may earn a small portion of the sale from some of the product/service links discussed in our show and provided in these notes. It doesn’t come at a cost to you, but helps us to grow the show, buy gear to review and continue to create great content. We will never affiliate ourselves with companies or products that we do not personally stand behind. Thank you for your support.



Jul 16, 2024
Jul 16, 2024
1hr 18 min
We release new content every Tuesday morning so be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode. Subscribe here Ways to support the show:1. Join our mailing list: Thegunexperiment.com 2. Subscribe, Leave us 5 stars and comment on Apple or Spotify3. Follow us on instagram and/or FB: Instagram Facebook4. Be a part of our private community, join our Discord page!5. Be sure to support the sponsors of the show. They are an integral part of making the show possible.Ask us anything at AskMikeandKeith@gmail.comEnter to Win an Aero Precision Solus in 6.5 Creedmoor (Ends 7/17) Get Your Gun Experiment Merch HereTonight’s guest co-host is no stranger to the show and is best known for traveling the country interviewing people in his modern “stagecoach”. I'm pleased to welcome back the host of Riding Shotgun with Charlie, Charlie Cook.Tonight’s Topics of DiscussionI. Intro: Catch up with CharlieOne thing Keith and I have in common is our love for good bourbon and amazing coffee. Thanks to Coopers Coffee Company, we get the best of both worlds. Cooper’s makes barrel aged coffees with hints of your choice of rum, rye, whiskey or bourbon. They source single origin roasts from around the world and you can get yours by going to CoffeewithMikeandKeith.com Road to the White House:II. M - Road to the White House: Cognitive Testing for Biden III. F - Dems Try to Link Trump Project 2025TGE Talking Points:IV. Frank’s Firearms History: The Winchester “Widowmaker”V. Ask Us Anything (AskMikeandKeith@gmail.com)VI. The Rise of Youtube LawyersModern Problems:VII. M - Space Force Commander Loses Pension: Criticizes DEIVIII. F - US and Allies Take Down AI Bot Farm IX. M - Gen Z Turned off By Sex Scenes in MoviesX. Outro That’ll do it for this episode. We want to thank all of our listeners for tuning in and a very special thanks to Frank for filling in for Big Keith and Charlie for coming on as our guest host; be sure to check them out at Wallkill River Small Arms and Riding Shotgun for Charlie. If anyone out there has any opinions or thoughts on tonight's conversation, feel free to reach out to us on Instagram, Discord or Spotify and let your voice be heard.We may earn a small portion of the sale from some of the product/service links discussed in our show and provided in these notes. It doesn’t come at a cost to you, but helps us to grow the show, buy gear to review and continue to create great content. We will never affiliate ourselves with companies or products that we do not personally stand behind. Thank you for your support.

