Tom Gresham's Gun Talk is the original national radio show about guns and the shooting sports. Airing coast to coast for more than two decades, Gun Talk runs on more than 255 stations each week. Call 866-TALK GUN (866-825-5486) to talk with Tom.


Tom is a nationally-known firearms expert, author and television host. His entire life has prepared him to be the host of Gun Talk. He has been shooting since the age of 6, and at 13 he was taking photographs for the best selling book The Complete Book of Bass Fishing, written by his father, Grits Gresham. Tom was co-author, with his famous father, of a syndicated newspaper column. Click here for more information on Gun Talk.

BANNED From Gun Gathering; Get A Bigger Gun; Political Realities Collide With Passion: 06.29.25 Hour 1

Unneeded Rifle Accuracy; The Bugout Rifle; GunTubers Kicked Out Of Event: 06.29.25 Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- How much accuacy do you really need? Noted rifle maker Charlie Sisk says many worry about accuracy more than is necessary.

--  Call it a bugout option or a SHTF gun, but there's an argument for a bolt action rifle as a general purpose, go-anywhere protection option.

--  Legally Armed America's Paul Glasco shares the crazy story of him getting kicked out of Gun Con, a gathering of gun rights activists.  The owner of the venue didn't like the political views of three speakers and demanded that they be removed.  

Gun Talk 06.29.25  Hour 2

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Why Did The GOP Fail Gun Owners?; Are We Winning?; Rhode Island Passes Gun Ban: 06.29.25 Hour 3

In This Hour:

-- Why did the Republicans allow a non-elected official kill the effort to take silencers and SBRs out of the NFA? John Commerford, of the NRA-ILA, explains what happened and where we are as of this moment.

-- Are we winning or losing on gun rights.  Is "compromise" a failure or a partial win?

--  Rhode Island passes a sweeping gun ban.

Gun Talk 06.29.25 Hour 3

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"Shooting Out" A Rifle Barrel; How About A .380 Carbine?; What Does Winning Look Like? :06.29.25 After Show

In This Hour:

-- How do you know if you have shot out a barrel?

--  Is there a case for a .380 carbine?

--  Is getting part of what you want still winning?

Gun Talk 06.29.25 After Show

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Custom Guns in the Wild Pt. 2 | Gun Talk Hunt

In Week 2 of our 4-part Gun Talk Hunt series, host KJ sits down again with Todd Bonura of Maniacal Arms to talk precision, purpose-built rifles, and the truth about building the ultimate backcountry hunting rifle.

From spiral fluting to suppressor compatibility, barrel length debates, and lightweight vs. performance balancing—this episode covers it all. Whether you're hiking the steep mountains of Colorado or headed to a local stand, this is the gear conversation hunters need to hear.

Topics Covered:
  • What makes a rifle truly backcountry ready?
  • The problem with going “too light” on your rifle setup
  • Barrel length, suppressors, and velocity loss—what you should know
  • Why scope rings matter more than you think
  • How to lighten your load without compromising accuracy
  • Real-life fails: Todd and KJ share stories of missed shots, overbuilt setups, and what NOT to do
  • Listener Question: What would your “do-it-all” hunting rifle look like?

This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Leupold, First Person Defender, Timney Triggers, Ruger, FAB Defense, and Range Ready Studios.

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Get 10% off any order of $150 or more at Brownells with code GUNTALK10.

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About Gun Talk Hunt
Gun Talk Media's Gun Talk Hunt, with Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin, pairs decades of experience with today’s latest tools and technology to help you succeed in the field. Whether it runs or flies - no matter what game you pursue - Gun Talk Hunt is a multi-platform podcast that gives today’s hunters a voice in the digital world.

For more content, subscribe to Gun Talk at guntalktv.com, on Gun Talk's Roku, Apple TV, iOS app, Android app, or find Gun Talk on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook,

Importing Hunting Trophies the RIGHT Way | Gun Talk Nation

Discover the behind-the-scenes world of international hunting logistics in this episode of Gun Talk Nation. Host Ryan Gresham sits down with Ian Bradley Johnson of Safari Specialty Importers to explore the complex process of bringing your hunting trophies home — and how doing it wrong could cost you everything.

From bonded warehouses and CITES permits to wild hunts in Africa and Australia, this episode is packed with pro tips, trophy import horror stories, and insights on navigating customs and conservation regulations effectively.

This Gun Talk Nation is brought to you by Black Hills Ammunition, Leupold, First Person Defender, Ruger, Winchester Optics, Safari Specialty Importers, Colt, and Military Armament Corp.

Be sure to check out the Gun Talk / Ammunition Depot Collab page for great deals:ammunitiondepot.com/guntalk

Get 10% off any order of $150 or more at Brownells with code GUNTALK10.

Check out the NEW First Person Defender YouTube channel HERE.

About Gun Talk Nation
Gun Talk Media's Gun Talk Nation is a weekly multi-platform podcast that offers a fresh look at all things firearms-related. Featuring notable guests and a lot of laughs. Gun Talk Nation is available as an audio podcast or available in video format.

For more content, subscribe to Gun Talk at guntalktv.com, on Gun Talk's Roku, Apple TV, iOS app, Android app, or find Gun Talk on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, X and guntalk.com. Catch First Person Defender on the new Official FPD

Custom Guns in the Wild Pt. 1 | Gun Talk Hunt

Todd Bonura of Maniacal Arms sits down with Gun Talk Hunt’s Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin for the first of a four-part series on hunting with custom rifles. In this episode, the guys cover why you should consider a custom rifle build, why extreme accuracy is what matters most, tips on moisture-proofing your gun, how the swamp can be the best and worst kind of hunt, Todd’s “nastiest” hunt story, and more.

This Gun Talk Hunt is brought to you by Timney Triggers, Ruger, Leupold, First Person Defender, FAB Defense, and Range Ready Studios.

Get 5% off any order at Optics Planet with code GUNTALK.

Be sure to check out the Gun Talk / Ammunition Depot Collab page for great deals:ammunitiondepot.com/guntalk

Check out the NEW First Person Defender YouTube channel HERE.

About Gun Talk Hunt
Gun Talk Media's Gun Talk Hunt, with Kevin “KJ” Jarnagin, pairs decades of experience with today’s latest tools and technology to help you succeed in the field. Whether it runs or flies - no matter what game you pursue - Gun Talk Hunt is a multi-platform podcast that gives today’s hunters a voice in the digital world.

For more content, subscribe to Gun Talk at guntalktv.com, on Gun Talk's Roku, Apple TV, iOS app, Android app, or find Gun Talk on YouTube, Rumble, Facebook, Instagram, X and guntalk.com. Catch First Person Defender on the new Official FPD YouTube channel. Listen to all Gun Talk Podcasts with

Gun Bans Pass But Courts Reverse; Women Gun Owners March On Washington; 5.56 Versus .308: 06.22.25 Hour 1

In This Hour:

-- Noted 2A journalist AWR Hawkins delivers the update on big Second Amendent developments of the week.

--  Women For Gun Rights hits DC to lobby officials. Dianna Mueller describes the action,.

--  How to choose between two popular rifle calibers. The new Gun Talk Scout Rifle comes in 5.56 and .308, and the sales between the two surprised Tom. 

Gun Talk 06.22.25 Hour 1

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Inside Story On Gun Talk Scout Rifle; Holding Politicians Accountable; The Battle Of The Bunny: 06.22.25 Hour 2

In This Hour:

-- The inside story on the new Gun Talk Scout Rifle.  A call that started out with Jason Cloesner, from Lipseys, but ended up with a suprise interruption by Ryan Gresham.

--  North Carolia legislators, constitutional carry, and the need to remind them who voted them in.

--  Rabbits are eating his apples.  What gun to get?

Gun Talk 06.22.25 Hour 2

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Pro-Gun Win In 9th Circuit!; Best Upgrade For AR-15; Deacon Runs Over Church Shooter: 06.22.25 Hour 3

In This Hour:

-- Incredibly, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals strikes down California's gun rationing (only 1 gun in 30 days) law.

--  What's the best upgrade for an AR-15?

--  A man shoots up a Michigan church only to be run over by a deacon and then shot to death by a church security guard.

Gun Talk 06.22.25 Hour 3

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