Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell continue their discussion on Second Amendment developments. They highlight the Department of Justice’s plan to restore gun rights to non-violent former convicts, emphasizing its potential to boost hunting participation by allowing individuals with old felonies to legally own firearms. They note that online hunter safety courses simplify access, though hands-on mentoring programs are emerging to teach practical skills. Campbell shares a childhood anecdote about acting as a “human hunting dog” to flush out squirrels, underscoring the need for real-world training.

The hosts address a Los Angeles incident where police fatally shot a man waving an airsoft rifle, mistaken for a real firearm due to its removed orange tip. They stress that brandishing any gun-like object in public can be treated as a real threat, citing Ohio’s concealed carry laws that prioritize perceived intent. In Raleigh, they discuss a student expelled for possessing a handgun near a high school after visiting a marijuana shop, debating the school’s authority versus parental objections, and questioning how the underage student acquired the firearm.

Suffecool and Campbell explore a Seventh Circuit ruling denying Second Amendment rights to illegal aliens, referencing a case involving a Mexican citizen arrested during the 2020 Chicago riots. The court clarified that constitutional protections apply only to those who swear allegiance to the U.S., aligning with historical disarmament practices. They also discuss a proposed Gun Safety Incentive Act offering a 10% tax credit for firearms and storage devices, suggesting Republicans could expand it to boost safe ownership. Finally, they note North Carolina’s push for permitless carry, vetoed by Governor Josh Stein, and South Dakota University’s reluctant policy change allowing concealed carry with enhanced permits, alongside Las Vegas’s 25% homicide drop attributed to increased defensive gun use.

Suffecool and Campbell tackle a range of Second Amendment developments. They discuss California Governor Gavin Newsom’s recent podcast appearance where he was gifted a SIG Sauer P365 XMacro, humorously questioning his newfound pro-gun stance as a political move. The hosts delve into issues with the SIG P320, noting reports of “unauthorized discharges” potentially due to tolerance stack-up in manufacturing, prompting some organizations to switch to Glocks. They highlight SIG’s manual update advising against carrying the P320 with a chambered round, impacting its use for concealed carry.

The conversation shifts to legislative changes, including the “Big Beautiful Bill” eliminating the $200 tax stamp for suppressors, short-barreled rifles, and shotguns, effective January 1, 2026. Gun rights groups, including the NRA and Second Amendment Foundation, are challenging the National Firearms Act’s constitutionality, arguing the tax’s removal undermines its paperwork justification. Suffecool notes a Silencer Central promotion covering the tax stamp until January. Internationally, they discuss the UK’s potential deregulation of “sound moderators” after a 2024 consultation showed 94% public support.

In Oregon, Suffecool and Campbell express concern over new restrictive gun laws, including Senate Bill 243 and Ballot Measure 114, which impose magazine limits, permits, and sensitive place restrictions, complicating compliance for residents. They also highlight a Fifth Circuit victory allowing 18-20 year-olds to buy pistols in Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi, though enforcement varies elsewhere. Finally, they discuss a Department of Justice proposal to restore gun rights to certain non-violent former convicts, excluding unlawful aliens from Second Amendment protections, signaling a nuanced shift in federal policy.

Broadcast live from the NRA Annual Meeting in Atlanta, Amanda Suffecool hosts with guest author Lizz Lazarus. Lazarus, a former engineer, discusses her thriller novels that blend Second Amendment education with entertainment. Her first book, Free of Malice, explores the line between self-defense and vigilantism, inspired by her own college attack. Her second, Plea for Justice, weaves in her concealed carry permit process, following a paralegal aiding a friend in prison. Her third, Shades of Silence (2021), set in Florida, involves a restaurant owner and a detective investigating a murder, incorporating Lazarus’ shotgun training. A forthcoming fourth book addresses stalking and elder abuse. Lazarus' books, available on Amazon and at LizzLazarus.com, combine factual firearms and legal details with twist-filled plots, resonating with groups like Armed Women of America.

Suffecool then interviews Dean Weingarten, a prolific AmmoLand writer with over 5,000 articles since 2013. Weingarten, also a co-host on The Russ Clark Show (KBLU 560, Yuma), shares his research debunking claims that pistols are ineffective against bears, citing 200 documented cases showing their efficacy due to accessibility. He recounts the 1953 story of Bella Twin, a Cree woman who killed a world-record grizzly in Alberta with a .22 single-shot rifle, highlighting her precision and the bear’s proximity. Weingarten’s upcoming book will compile bear defense stories.

Rob Campbell joins to discuss the NRA show, describing his role judging historical firearm collections and the challenge of ranking them. Suffecool shares her excitement over bidding on a commemorative shotgun at the Women’s Leadership auction, noting a $25,000 bidding war. They explore new firearms like Mossberg’s 990 and a CZ 50-caliber rifle with innovative recoil control. The episode emphasizes the vibrant NRA crowd as a sign of strong industry and Second Amendment support, promoting groups like the Realize Firearms Awareness Coalition.