In this episode, we sit down with our new friend Steve from the band Tractor Boy. Steve reached out to us with the generous offer to write us a new theme song for the podcast, and without knowing him or the band, we were honestly a bit skeptical. Fast forward a bit and he's a guest on our show because not only did we say yes, but it turns out he's …

In this episode we sit down with Cozz Actual (@cozz_actual) to talk about his place in the gun community. This dude was an MP in the Army, has taught cops how to not suck at shooting, worked with Colin Farrell on a movie and more. We've been following Cozz for a quite some time and we think you're going to get a kick out of this one! Check out Pant…

In this episode, Jordan is outed as having no idea who Ian was when they first met in Vegas. Luckily for Jordan, Ian is a really nice dude and thanks to his above average reasoning skills, did not get mad at Jordan for that. We discuss Canadian firearms laws and how they suck, as well as specific self defense cases and Ol' Boy George. That's George…

In this truly insightful episode with Professor David Yamane of Wake Forest University, we dive into the concept of Gun Culture 2.0 and the transformation of America's gun culture. The conversation explores the shift from hunting and collecting firearms to self-defense, gun ownership as a hobby, and the tactical world of gun ownership. David emphas…

Mark Okunyansky, President of the California chapter of the Liberal Gun Club, joins The A Better Way 2A Podcast. Our conversation covers Mark's background in shooting, the role of the Liberal Gun Club, and how they contribute to the gun community. We discuss the hierarchy of values, the dilemma of voting for anti-gun candidates and the concept of c…

In this episode, we dive into Cornell Lewis's journey as a community activist in Hartford, Connecticut. Lewis has most recently begun conducting armed patrols in Hartford as a response to the city's rising crime. He shares his struggles with mainstream Democratic reactions and the challenge of advocating for gun ownership for self-defense among ske…

In this episode, we are joined by Hunter Cayll, also known as @nohandedshooter on IG. Hunter gives us the play by play on how he transitioned to a competitive gamer to the world of shooting like an absolute boss. We also touch on the lack of accessibility in the firearms industry and the need for representation in the gun community. We talk about s…

In this episode, we sit down with Warren Stoddard to discuss everything from how he got into building and riding custom motorcycles, to what made him volunteer to fight in Syria and Ukraine. He tells us about going through the airport with a bullet inside of you, fighting for freedom in two countries, about inheriting his motorcycle from his dad, a…

In this episode with just the two of us, we discuss a myriad of topics like the newly proposed anti-militia bill, dealing with toxicity, and how to handle a divisive and sometimes hostile gun community. We talk about Aaron Bushnell, the history of self-immolation, and the attempts to discredit someone by tarnishing their reputation. We get into Hel…

In this episode, Eddie "E.J." Jeffreys from Unity Gun Club and the hosts discuss the motivations behind starting the club, the importance of creating a welcoming space for all enthusiasts, and tackling challenges like prejudice and discrimination. The conversation underlines the role of organizations like Unity Gun Club in fostering community, offe…

In this episode, we sit down with Dan from Grizzly Medical to learn the "how" and the "why" of what he does. We discuss the need for basic medical training in the general public, as well as the minimum amount of medical equipment everyone should be carrying. Our conversation touches on the importance of medical vs tactical training and the use of t…

In this episode we get to sit down with Scott Jedlinski from Modern Samurai Project to talk about the benefits of using a red dot on your pistol, We discuss learning from YouTube versus learning in person and how both have their benefits if you can filter out the bad info. Scott explains the Dunning-Kruger effect in regards to instructors and conte…

In this episode, Tyler from @darkwinterconcepts joins us to delve into the nuances of preparedness and the value of planning from a community standpoint. We discuss a measured approach to prepping, underscoring the importance of starting with small steps to avoid burnout and excess stress, as well as acquiring fundamental skills. The conversation a…

In this captivating episode, our hosts Jordan and Andrew delve into a candid conversation about Jordan's recent two-gun competition adventure. Despite Jordan's self-deprecating humor about his performance, they both agree that the real victory lay in the friendships forged along the way. They further explore their plans for future competitions, lik…

Alissa Azar is an independent journalist in the Pacific Northwest who is not only well-known by those who share her sentiments, but also by those who disagree. We are super pumped to share this conversation with y'all about her experience as a gonzo journalist, covering right-wing violence and police brutality, as well as what she's had to deal wit…

HoodNeck was one of the first pages we found in this space so we were super pumped to get Chris on the show. We talked about everything from helping kids in the inner city, his big break at SHOT Show, dealing with Karen's, and more. Chris is cool as hell and his organization is breaking the stereotypes so many people still unfortunately have about …

Join us and we sit down with the one and only Leah Del Castillo aka The Tactical Unicorn to discuss her presence in the airsoft world, and what it's like as a woman in a historically male-dominated sport. We question how to transition to a culture where women are valued for their merits over their bodies, while also supporting those who wish to exp…

Join us this Friday as we sit down with host of Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff and Live Like The World Is Dying, and founder of the black metal band, Feminazgûl, Margaret Killjoy. We discuss the responsibility we have as gun owners not only to ourselves, but our fellow gun owners, building a culture that doesn't rely on laws to prevent gun violence…

In this episode, Jordan drives to Rhode Island to hang out with Eddy, a friend of A Better Way 2A, and the reason behind all of that rad Bakhmut swag we fundraised with a while back. We initially met Eddy (as an internet person) while he was en route to Ukraine to volunteer, and have always wanted to share his story with you all. We discuss how and…

Join Jordan and Andrew as they discuss A Better Way 2A's first public event, and the importance of touching grass to get an accurate view of the world around you. We talk about road rage and de-escalation, choosing to use privilege to your advantage, and how spanking is for adults, not kids. Andrew also tells us about his experience the first time …

Join us as we sit down with writer, CNN contributer, and founder of The Reload: Stephen Gutowski. We chat about his experience writing in the 2A space, and discuss the "what" and the "why" behind mainstream media getting so much wrong when it comes to guns. We talk about the benefit of unbiased reporting, being honest even when it hurts, the future…

Join us this week as we sit down with Queer Armorer to talk about being a resource for people looking for gun content without the "baggage". We talk about the aftermath of the Covenant School shooting when Tucker Carlson used an interview clip of them to gaslight Trans folks, and why people like him feel so threatened by "different" people arming t…

Join us as we sit down with Annette Evans from @onherownlife to talk about gun ownership as a single woman and how women don't need kids as justification for it. We discuss other forms of protection, like Jiu-Jitsu and what a minimum level of skill can do for someone. Annette reminds us that you should continue to learn but not to let paranoia run …

In this episode, we sit down with Tom Nguyen from L.A. Progressive Shooters to chat about how he started out and turned it into what it is today. He tells us what it was like getting into the instructor scene in 2020 with the massive influx of new gun owners, and why it was so important for him to do so. We also get into what it's like being pro-gu…

In this episode, Andrew and Jordan chat with security professional and overall great guy, Deviant Ollam to discuss gun safes, breaking into buildings, how to fly with guns, and more. If you like what we're doing, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Show Links: Deviant Ollam's YouTube Deviant Ollam's Instagram…

Join us as we sit with Ahmad and Garrett from Lead & Steel to discuss how they got started, why they did, and what their plans for the future are. We get into the ethics of the industry, whether or not it's possible to stay out of politics, and Andrew blames a man for being eaten by a shark. Ahmad tells us about his experience being raised by first…

In this episode, we sit down with the extremely talented, loveable, and based YZY Prints. He walks us through some of his 3D-printing achievements and discusses how even plebs like us can get into printing baby Groots. Andrew gets a little drunk. We talk about the resourcefulness of humans, and how YZY gets Liberals and Conservatives to yell at him…

Join us as we sit down with Karl Kasarda (InRangeTV) and Russell Phagan (Sinistral Rifleman) to discuss the ins and outs of Woodland Brutality 2023! We get into the motivations and goals of these matches, plans for the future, and Jordan's impressions as a first-time participant, even with his "nervous chihuahua energy" (Thanks Russell) As expected…

Join Andrew and Jordan for a very special episode as they take an in-depth look at the mini horrors of nature that are spider crickets after one tries to become intimate with Jordan. They discuss the complex relationship between recognizing our biases in the effort to maintain our principles, as we see longtime gun-rights supporters across the coun…

In this episode, we are joined by Emily Wilder to talk about her experience as a domestic abuse survivor, how it shaped her life as a gun-owner, and what her thoughts are on self-protection and red-flag laws. We discuss the dilemma of protecting DV victims while maintaining the rights of innocent people, what precautions to take with guns when kids…

Join us for this episode with Chris Cheng! We're still fangirling over this one but we promise we were professionals😂 Chris is the Season 4 champ of Top Shot, a huge advocate for our gun rights, and just a really cool dude. We discuss how to reach anti-gun people on a personal level and why it's so important, Chris talks about his time on Top Shot,…

Join us as we talk all things "gear" with Nylon Theory We discuss how companies convince people to buy things they don't really need, how people seem to ignore the things they do, and how to end up somewhere in the middle. We talk about how the "best" gear might not be the best for you, whether or not you should buy inexpensive gear first or save f…

Join us as we chat with our friendly neighborhood psychologist, Dr. Holly about mental health as it pertains to not only gun owners but this whole country. We discuss HOW to talk to your therapist as a gun owner, the anti-gun blind spot with red flag laws, and why people seem to be afraid of mental illness. We talk about why the US has the highest …

Join us in this episode as we chat with Our Wars Today about everything OSINT! We talk about the modern age of war coverage and what the future holds with AI, as well as the issues with misinformation and fake news. We discuss the media's role in bad things happening, what is, or isn't "war porn" and how unhappy people are louder than the happy one…

Join us as we sit down and chat with the legendary @sinistralrifleman Russell Phagan about the apparent complexity involved in taking the stance that gun rights are for everyone, and how some people really don't like that. We discuss how he got involved with @inrangetv and shooting Brutality matches, whether furries or weebs make better employees, …

Join us as we hang out with Robert "Edgar" Mills from Osprey Shooting Solutions out of Rome, Georgia and talk about everything from being a decent person to personal fitness and training to stay alive. We go into his experience in Special Forces and how he brings his skills to the civilian world so that we can all benefit from them. We discuss the …

Join us in Episode 22 as we discuss recent shootings, why it's so difficult to talk to some gun control advocates, and what we're doing wrong. We talk about how saying "it's a mental health issue" means we have to actually do something about it, the possibility that we are living in a computer, and why judging people based on intent is super cash m…

Join us this week as we sit down to chat with modern day Yukon Cornelius, Clay from @firing_device_electrical_m57 We finally get to discuss the things the three of us have been meaning to for the last year and a half like having our kids, staying mentally and physically strong, and how we plan to talk to parents and our kids about guns in the home.…

In this episode, Andrew and Jordan fangirl over one of their favorite YouTube personalities, Karl Kasarda. We discuss his "Brutality" series of shooting competitions, what it's like to compete at them, and how they fit into the larger sphere of shooting sports. The three of us get into the newest flavor of "moral panic", how to remain consistent wi…

In this episode, Jordan and Andrew sit down with none other than the infamous and loveable Print Shoot Repeat. We discuss what it's like being the only 3D-printing aficionado who is recognizable with his shirt off, the issues surrounding YouTube and making a living as a guntuber, and making your neck THICC like Joe Rogan. PSR talks about being a go…

Join us this week as we sit down with our friend Brandon Antone from Black ATX Tactical out of Austin, TX. Brandon chats with us about gun culture in the city, how he got started advocating for black gun ownership, and why it's important to have multiple tools in the toolbox. We discuss the benefits of being part of a community, being kind to yours…

Join us this week as we sit with the one and only, Tacticool Girlfriend. In this episode we discuss how she began creating content, why it's so beneficial to the community and how we can improve gun culture ourselves. TGF schools us on the nitty gritty of getting into NODs and the benefits of doing so. We also chat about community-based prepping an…

In this episode, the lads sit down with the man who goes by @the_irish_antipoacher on Instagram. Our friend talks about why he got involved in poaching prevention and how he ended up in South Africa doing it. He discusses the tribulations of training an underequipped and underfunded force, as well as the strengths of one that has had to adapt for s…

In this episode, Jordan and Andrew revisit the equation of "Time + Tragedy + Alcohol = Humor" with a late night discussion about infidelity, tobacco products, and how to improve your organization by making small incremental changes. We talk about navigating the depths of internet arguments, whether or not everything will be okay in the end, and the…

In this episode, we're joined by @StarlitDeath, who is a probation officer by day, and DOOM Girl and competitive shooter by night. We discuss whether policing is broken, or if the system ever "worked" in the first place, and if something of that magnitude can actually be fixed from the inside. How do you teach your kids about cops? Is there such th…

In this episode, we had the awesome opportunity to sit down with Jim, a 15-year SOF veteran who reached out to us to discuss the concern of fascism in the military. We get into his experience with the events surrounding January 6th, the reaction of his peers, and how opposition to it has been perceived. We also disparage Italians, talk about our pr…

Join Andrew and Jordan as they sit down with Mitch from @CBRNArt and The Art and War Podcast and discuss everything from the male perspective of childbirth to throwing entire police departments in the trash. We talk about whether or not there is a balance between unlimited free speech and censorship for the "greater good", and Hoplite Armor trying …

We get a chance to sit down with Nathan and BR from CBRN Art, and The Art and War Podcast in the first part of a 2-part segment. We talk about the end times, conversations with anti-gun people, and the conflation of pedophiles with the LGBTQIA+ community among some Christian Conservatives. We discuss whether or not someone can be a benefit to the g…

On this episode of the A Better Way 2A Podcast, the lads are joined by Tex and Bubble from the Elm Fork John Brown Gun Club down in Texas. We discuss the benefit of marginalized groups being armed and organized, and the repercussions of being defenseless. Our friends tell us that they prefer to emphasize "club" instead of "gun" and how important co…

We were super pumped to sit down with our friend not only because he’s a rad dude, but also because of what a huge proponent he is for mental health awareness in the gun community. We talk about the origins of Radical Is Calm and our own experiences with mental health, going to therapy, and how that shapes our message for others in this space. We d…