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Jared sits down with Micah and they talk about Micah's recent trip to Montana with Project Refit. Project Refit provides peer support programs for veterans and first responders, with the aim of impro…

In this day and age of confusion, the use of symbols can still be an important means of communication. Prompted by a conversation Jared had with his youngest daughter, Jared and Abby sit down and tal…

Jared and Chris take some time during a very busy SHOT Show to talk and share some of their experiences. Despite the usual Vegas silliness, it was a productive time. It was a privilege to meet so man…

We are excited for the expanding number of classes and events we are running this year. Jared and Chris discuss some of them and also talk about the loss of liberty. You can never gain security by tr…

Chris and Audrey wrap up Season 7 of the Lodestone Training and Consulting Podcast. They talk about habits, health, and productive ways to improve yourself.

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2023 has been a busy one for Lodestone. Jared, Chris and Micah go through the year and talk about our ups and downs, major events, and everything in between. Thank you for all you do as part of the L…

Jared, Chris and Micah go through a list of questions submitted by different listeners. Questions ranging from 2A to parenthood, the most rewarding experience at a class to optic choice are discussed…

After recording the Rambo commentary, Jared and Chris had a conversation about the holiday season and gifts for loved ones. Too many of us end up getting frivolous things for them. They talk about gi…

Just in time for the holidays, Jared and Chris do a commentary on this Christmas-time classic. All this Vietnam-era Green Beret wanted was a hot meal.

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On the road, Jared, Flynn, and Ozz are joined by Eljay from Eaglehead Training Group. After Day Two of a recent CQC course, they talk training, trends, observations from class and a lot more.

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Jared and Abby talk about some of our recent and upcoming events and classes including the recent East Coast Night Shoot in Ohio,  They also talk about their upcoming, much-requested seminar, Parentc…

Jared and Flynn are on the road, teaching a three-day Close Quarters Clearing course. They review the day and talk principles and techniques. During the conversation, they drop a ton of knowledge.

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Jared and Chris talk about a recent training event in San Antonio. During the conversation, they talk about the role of faith and morals keeping you centered and giving you strength. 

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Jared and Chris finally get some free time and review the Pennsylvania Light Fighter Challenge III. They also talk about some current events.

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It’s less than a week until the Light Fighter Challenge and preparation is in full swing. Jared and Abby talk about some new classes that are in the works. They include classes that have been request…

October 3rd, 2023 marks the 30th anniversary of the Battle of Mogadishu.  Jared, Chris, and Kirk watched and recorded a commentary of Black Hawk Down in commemoration.  The historical events, and the…

After listening to some students in a recent class talking about Band of Brothers, Jared and Chris talk about some of the media that influenced them growing up and how media is being used to influenc…

Prior to the latest "Citizen Response to Active Shooter" Seminar, Jared and Flynn sat down to record this podcast. They talk about a wide range of topics and current events. It's always a good time w…

Jared & Chris talk about the recent SUT class and then get into principles of camouflage. It's not just wearing woodland camo and painting your face green. It is the  art of blending into your enviro…

Jared and Abby talk about the current state of the nation, inflation, rising crime... everyone is feeling it. They talk about the importance of training for real life and how understanding principles…