Forrest Cooper is a former Army Ranger, writer, and gun culture enthusiast. Forrest is well read, intelligent, and able to discuss a wide array of topics. On this episode we talk about the recent Supreme Court 2nd Amendment decision, his upbringing, his journey to the Rangers, deployments, homeschooling, philosophy, theology, upper receivers, riding a motorcycle with night vision, and more. Instagram: @GroupCoalitionTikTok: @GroupCoalitionYouTube: Group Coalition

On this episode I am talking with former Delta Force operator, Tom Satterly, and his wife, Jen Satterly. Tom spent 20 years with Delta Force, and like some of the other guests I have had on, Tom was part of the Battle of Mogadishu, which many people know as the Black Hawk Down incident. Jen was a photographer assigned to document special operations when she met Tom. The two were eventually married. Together, they run the All Secure Foundation, which helps victims of PTSD in various ways, including retreats; which we get into on the episode. Tom has written a book called All Secure, and Jen has written a book called Arsenal of Hope, both of which I highly recommend you check out. Instagram: @GroupCoalition TikTok: @GroupCoalitionYouTube: Group Coalition Spotify: Group Coalition

On this episode I am talking with someone quite special: Jason Beighley. Jason served in the most elite special operations unit in the US Army, where he took part in the Battle of Mogadishu (Black Hawk Down), and was later project lead for designing the Heckler & Koch HK416. Jason talks about his service and his work with HK in helping design the 416. Jason is mellow, understated, and a joy to talk to. Sit back, enjoy the episode, and learn a thing or two from an elite soldier. GroupCoalition.comInstagram: @GroupCoalitionTikTok: @GroupCoalition

Kyle Lamb is a Delta Force veteran, notably of the “Black Hawk Down” mission. He now runs his company Viking Tactics, where he offers firearm products and training to the shooting community. Kyle is also an instructor for the Sig Sauer Academy. On the episode, Kyle talks with me about his family lineage, history, his experiences in the military, and Viking Tactics. Kyle is a fantastic and highly intelligent gentleman, and I am beyond grateful that he was on the podcast. @vikingtacticsvikingtactics.com Instagram: @groupcoalitionTikTok: @groupcoalitionGroupCoalition.com

On this episode I talk with Kyle Defoor: a Steve McQueen fan, watch aficionado, Navy SEAL sniper, and Blackwater weapons instructor, who is now a shooting instructor with his own company, Defoor Proformance Shooting. We talk about Steve McQueen movies, watches, his upbringing, his path to becoming a SEAL, his weapons as a sniper, his gear, the War on Terror, companies like Arc’teryx and Patagonia (and why he now likes Mountain Hardwear), his time with Blackwater as a shooting instructor, and Defoor Proformace Shooting. This was a great talk and I hope you enjoy it. www.kyledefoor.comdefoor-proformance-shooting.myshopify.comInstagram: @defoorproformanceshooting

On this episode of the podcast I am talking with Brad Thomas, a veteran of the 75th Ranger Regiment and Delta Force. Brad served in the Battle of Mogadishu, made famous by the book and movie Black Hawk Down, and later did several deployments with Delta in the Global War on Terror. Growing up on the East Coast playing guitar, Brad thought that his original path would be music. But like many young adults, he ended up joining the Army to pursue a high adrenaline job (he even told the recruiter flat out that he wanted to try out for Delta). Brad would eventually get what he wanted and joined Delta. And he eventually would get to pursue his other passion: music, with his band Silence and Light. On the episode Brad talks about his upbringing, the difference in kids back in the day versus the kids today, his time in the Army (including, of course, the Battle of Mogadishu, where he actually witnessed the “This is my safety” incident), and he talks about his band, Silence and Light. Brad is intelligent, clear, and super interesting to listen to. Brad Thomas Instagram: @bradthomas_officialSilence & Light Band Page: silenceandlightmusic.comSilence & Light […]

On this episode of the Group Coalition podcast I talk with my friend Byron Rodgers, a US Marine Corps veteran of the War in Iraq, author, and private security specialist. Byron talks about his experience joining the Corps and in the War, his near death experience while there, private security (including his event, the Protector Symposium), some stories from his time working, and things to be aware of while out and about. Be sure to check out Byron’s websites, various social media pages, podcast and book: Finding Meaning After the Military. Byron’s Podcast: Executive Protection Lifestyle Byron’s Instagram: @byron_rodgers and @executive_protection_lifestyle

SAN Imports is able to bring any Swiss made SIG 550 series firearm into the USA. On this episode I talk with Dave, the man behind the company, to find out more. We talk about how he started the company, the rise in popularity of Swiss firearms, the exclusive imports from Sig Switzerland, the closure of Sig Germany, the recent speculation surrounding the ATF, and we talk a bit about Swiss gun laws too. SanSwissArms.comSAN Imports FacebookInstagram: @swissarmsusa GroupCoalition.comInstagram: @groupcoalition

Casca from B&T Firearms Switzerland (formerly Brügger & Thomet) sits down with me and talks about the B&T APC9, APR, USW, suppressors, terrorism, counterterrorism, and the gun that was created as a response to the Charlie Hebdo attacks. We also talk about Swiss gun culture. This is definitely an episode you do not want to miss. B&T Firearms GroupCoalition.comYouTubeInstagram: @groupcoalition

Denny Ducet is a YouTuber with a cultlike following in the firearms community. He is also a recently retired SWAT team medic, hunter, flintlock enthusiast, avid reader, and family man. You can find Denny’s YouTube channel here: Folk Firearms Collective

On this episode I interview Baret Fawbush, a.k.a. Truexodus. Both a preacher and shooting instructor, Baret is quickly becoming famous for his extremely fast draw and precise shooting. Follow Baret on Instagram here. Find out more about Baret and his courses at trustandard.net (Cover photo by Baret Fawbush.)

When it comes to photographers few can touch the authentic aesthetic of Ben Christensen. A film photographer, family man, adventurer and fellow shooter, Ben Christensen is exactly the type of guy I love having on the show. It was super cool hearing what Ben had to say, and like my other guests he is no different when it comes to how open and friendly he is. Listen to this interview with Ben Christensen to hear from a pro with positive vibes. Thanks for the being on the show, Ben! Ben Christensen Photography Ben Christensen’s Instagram Photographs by Ben Christensen. Intro and outro music by SandWho

Dugan ended his popular firearms YouTube channel, Carnik Con, in March 2015. Since then people have been wondering if he is going to start up Carnik Con again, or if it is done for good. I decided to ask him myself. In this podcast interview Dugan talks how he got into guns, his time in the Army, Carnik Con, SEO and video work, and his plans for SHOT Show 2016. I would like to thank Dugan for taking the time to do the interview and for his service in the United States Army. Carnik Con YouTube Channel Intro and outro music by SandWho. Photo by Carnik Con/Dugan Ashley. Hear more of the Group Coalition Podcast on iTunes.

I met up with skateboarder Geoff Rowley in the Civilware shop, where his team makes knives and outdoor gear by hand. While most people know him from skateboarding lore, Geoff has also been an avid hunter and outdoorsman since a young age, culminating now with his presence as a hunting guide for Kika Worldwide. In the interview Geoff talks dedication, growing up in England, the mountain lion in Extremely Sorry, and his love for Smith & Wesson .357 Magnum revolvers. This podcast is also available here on iTunes to download and subscribe!

In this episode I chat with Nicholas Coleman, a renowned Western and wildlife artist from Provo, Utah. Nicholas spent his youth trapping and hunting with his father Michael Coleman, and those experiences gave him a better understanding of the wildlife around him. On the podcast we chat about that upbringing, African big game hunting, and his favorite firearms. You can find Nicholas on his website here, on Instagram and on Facebook. Scroll to the bottom to listen to the podcast. (All photos and paintings are by Nicholas Coleman. Podcast music by SandWHO.)

It has finally arrived. After weeks of work the first Group Coalition podcast is finally live. For Episode 1 of the Group Podcast I decided to invite John McPhee, aka The Sheriff of Baghdad, onto the show. A former US Army Special Operations Sergeant Major, John is one of the most respected men in the firearms community. His handgun classes are extremely well respected and he is regarded as one of the best teachers in the industry. John tells it how it is and has years of real world experience to back up every word. Listen to the episode to find out more about John and how a real operator thinks. Find out more about John’s firearms classes and openings here: Gunfighter University John’s Condom Holster: Condom Holster (Photo of John McPhee by shootersmagazine.com. Podcast intro and outro music by SandWHO.)