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    <title>BYRNA BROS PODCAST WITH JOSH SCHIRARD</title>
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    <description>Josh Schirard, the Director of Law Enforcement for BYRNA,  covers the news of the day, the rise in crime &amp; real life testimonials about their product. Josh also covers current events and news stories, touching on the latest events and situations from the around the nation.

BYRNA'S MISSION:

To provide civilians, law enforcement officers and security professionals with a safe, reliable &amp; effective non-lethal alternative to traditional firearms that will allow Byrna’s customers to protect &amp; defend themselves, their families &amp; their community without the need to resort to deadly force.</description>
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    <itunes:summary>Josh Schirard, the Director of Law Enforcement for BYRNA,  covers the news of the day, the rise in crime &amp; real life testimonials about their product. Josh also covers current events and news stories, touching on the latest events and situations from the around the nation.

BYRNA'S MISSION:

To provide civilians, law enforcement officers and security professionals with a safe, reliable &amp; effective non-lethal alternative to traditional firearms that will allow Byrna’s customers to protect &amp; defend themselves, their families &amp; their community without the need to resort to deadly force.</itunes:summary>
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<p>BYRNA'S MISSION:</p>
<p>To provide civilians, law enforcement officers and security professionals with a safe, reliable &amp; effective non-lethal alternative to traditional firearms that will allow Byrna’s customers to protect &amp; defend themselves, their families &amp; their community without the need to resort to deadly force.</p>]]>
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      <title>EP. 45 - SAVE LUCY - THE BRENDAN &amp; DOLLY JONES STORY</title>
      <description>Most of us assume our rights are protected — until a simple neighborhood incident snowballs into a legal nightmare. Dolly and Brendan Jones share their harrowing story of fighting for Lucy, a rescue dog wrongly labeled dangerous after a freak collar mishap. Their experience exposes the unseen dangers of overregulation and highlights how quickly ignorance and local laws can threaten your freedom, even on your own property.In this eye-opening episode, you'll discover how a deployment in the Middle East led to rescuing Lucy — a story filled with daring logistics, acts of kindness, and ultimately, a fight against unjust legal charges. Dolly and Brendan break down the true power of understanding local laws and the importance of proactive advocacy. They reveal the behind-the-scenes details of fighting animal control, navigating a legal system stacked against them, and the lessons every homeowner and pet owner must learn to protect their rights.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 03:52:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Most of us assume our rights are protected — until a simple neighborhood incident snowballs into a legal nightmare. Dolly and Brendan Jones share their harrowing story of fighting for Lucy, a rescue dog wrongly labeled dangerous after a freak collar mishap. Their experience exposes the unseen dangers of overregulation and highlights how quickly ignorance and local laws can threaten your freedom, even on your own property.In this eye-opening episode, you'll discover how a deployment in the Middle East led to rescuing Lucy — a story filled with daring logistics, acts of kindness, and ultimately, a fight against unjust legal charges. Dolly and Brendan break down the true power of understanding local laws and the importance of proactive advocacy. They reveal the behind-the-scenes details of fighting animal control, navigating a legal system stacked against them, and the lessons every homeowner and pet owner must learn to protect their rights.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Ep. 44 - The Hidden Divide Within the FBI That’s Destroying Public Trust</title>
      <description>In this episode of "BYRNA Bros," host Josh interviews Nicole Parker, a former FBI agent and author of "The Two FBI's: The Bravery and Betrayal I Saw in My Time at the Bureau." Nicole shares her journey from a finance career to joining the FBI after witnessing the 9/11 attacks. She discusses the internal shifts within the FBI, highlighting the division between agents committed to justice and those influenced by political agendas. Nicole emphasizes the need for strong leadership and community involvement to restore trust in federal law enforcement. The conversation underscores the importance of awareness and proactive engagement in societal issues.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 03:38:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>In this episode of "BYRNA Bros," host Josh interviews Nicole Parker, a former FBI agent and author of "The Two FBI's: The Bravery and Betrayal I Saw in My Time at the Bureau." Nicole shares her journey from a finance career to joining the FBI after witnessing the 9/11 attacks. She discusses the internal shifts within the FBI, highlighting the division between agents committed to justice and those influenced by political agendas. Nicole emphasizes the need for strong leadership and community involvement to restore trust in federal law enforcement. The conversation underscores the importance of awareness and proactive engagement in societal issues.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Tijuana Alex Meets BYRNA</title>
      <description>Alejandro Lares is the former Chief of Police of Tijuana, Mexico, known for leading major public safety reforms and coordinating cross-border security efforts. With extensive experience in law enforcement and international collaboration, he has been a key voice on policing strategies, crime reduction, and public security in high-risk urban environments.</description>
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      <itunes:summary>Alejandro Lares is the former Chief of Police of Tijuana, Mexico, known for leading major public safety reforms and coordinating cross-border security efforts. With extensive experience in law enforcement and international collaboration, he has been a key voice on policing strategies, crime reduction, and public security in high-risk urban environments.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>EP. 42 - Public School Funding Excels While Students Fail </title>
      <description>In this episode of "Byrna Bros," host Josh welcomes Chris Papst, a reporter for Fox 45 News in Baltimore and author of "Failure Factory." The discussion centers on the critical issue of public education, particularly the lack of funding and quality in Baltimore City Public Schools. Chris shares insights from his book, highlighting how increased funding has not translated into better educational outcomes. The conversation explores the broader implications of failing public education systems, including high crime rates and economic challenges. Chris emphasizes the need for community involvement and accountability in local school systems to drive meaningful change.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:21:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>In this episode of "Byrna Bros," host Josh welcomes Chris Papst, a reporter for Fox 45 News in Baltimore and author of "Failure Factory." The discussion centers on the critical issue of public education, particularly the lack of funding and quality in Baltimore City Public Schools. Chris shares insights from his book, highlighting how increased funding has not translated into better educational outcomes. The conversation explores the broader implications of failing public education systems, including high crime rates and economic challenges. Chris emphasizes the need for community involvement and accountability in local school systems to drive meaningful change.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>EP. 41 - THEY ARE COMING FOR THE GUNS IN VIRGINIA </title>
      <description>In this show, Byrna Bros. host,  Josh discusses the current legislative landscape in Virginia, focusing on new weapons bills awaiting the governor's signature. The discussion highlights the potential impact of these bills on Virginians' rights to self-defense and the broader implications for other states. Special guest, Virginia Senator Bryce Reeves, shares insights from his extensive legislative experience and emphasizes the importance of civic engagement and voting to protect personal freedoms. The conversation also touches on the role of less-lethal defense options and the need for public awareness and action to preserve constitutional rights.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 22:49:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>In this show, Byrna Bros. host,  Josh discusses the current legislative landscape in Virginia, focusing on new weapons bills awaiting the governor's signature. The discussion highlights the potential impact of these bills on Virginians' rights to self-defense and the broader implications for other states. Special guest, Virginia Senator Bryce Reeves, shares insights from his extensive legislative experience and emphasizes the importance of civic engagement and voting to protect personal freedoms. The conversation also touches on the role of less-lethal defense options and the need for public awareness and action to preserve constitutional rights.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Ep. 40 - The Space Safe - The New Way To Safe</title>
      <description>In this episode, Josh interviews Oscar Hedaya, founder of SpaceSafe, about innovative connected safes designed to enhance security for valuables and firearms. They discuss the importance of technology in safety, features of the SpaceSafe, and its applications across various industries.



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      <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 03:02:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>In this episode, Josh interviews Oscar Hedaya, founder of SpaceSafe, about innovative connected safes designed to enhance security for valuables and firearms. They discuss the importance of technology in safety, features of the SpaceSafe, and its applications across various industries.



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      <title>Ep. 39 - Congressman Fitzgerald and the Path to Less Lethal</title>
      <description>In this episode, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald discusses House Resolution 2189, known as the 'Innovate to Deescalate' bill, exploring its implications for law enforcement and the public. Learn how this legislation aims to improve de-escalation tools, address misconceptions, and promote bipartisan support.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:17:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>In this episode, Congressman Scott Fitzgerald discusses House Resolution 2189, known as the 'Innovate to Deescalate' bill, exploring its implications for law enforcement and the public. Learn how this legislation aims to improve de-escalation tools, address misconceptions, and promote bipartisan support.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>MARDI GRAS - A WALK THROUGH WITH COPS ON THE GROUND </title>
      <description>Ever wonder what goes into making big events safe and secure for the attendees? What about fairs, football games, and concerts? What about Mardi Gras? Josh goes on the ground to get a first-hand look at what goes into handling and protecting the crowd.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 04:07:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Ever wonder what goes into making big events safe and secure for the attendees? What about fairs, football games, and concerts? What about Mardi Gras? Josh goes on the ground to get a first-hand look at what goes into handling and protecting the crowd.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Ep. 37 - NANCY GUTHRIE - WHY SELF DEFENSE MATTERS FOR SENIORS </title>
      <description>In this episode, Josh discusses the high-profile case of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance and its implications for public safety, particularly for seniors. He highlights the vulnerability of older adults to violence and abuse, emphasizing the importance of social connections, home security, and practical safety measures. The conversation provides actionable advice for seniors and their families to enhance safety and preparedness in daily life.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 01:11:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>In this episode, Josh discusses the high-profile case of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance and its implications for public safety, particularly for seniors. He highlights the vulnerability of older adults to violence and abuse, emphasizing the importance of social connections, home security, and practical safety measures. The conversation provides actionable advice for seniors and their families to enhance safety and preparedness in daily life.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>EP. 36 - WITH DREW ALLEN - WHERE DID THE RADICALS COME FROM?</title>
      <description>In this episode, Josh and Drew Allen discuss the escalation of political violence in the United States, examining the rhetoric of the left and its consequences. They explore the historical context of political violence, the tactics used by the Democrat Party, and the role of organizations like ICE. Drew emphasizes the need for accountability and productive dialogue to enact change, while also highlighting the importance of understanding the motivations behind political actions.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 04:01:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>In this episode, Josh and Drew Allen discuss the escalation of political violence in the United States, examining the rhetoric of the left and its consequences. They explore the historical context of political violence, the tactics used by the Democrat Party, and the role of organizations like ICE. Drew emphasizes the need for accountability and productive dialogue to enact change, while also highlighting the importance of understanding the motivations behind political actions.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Ep. 35 - Part 2 - Secrets of the Secret Service - Gary Byrne With An Insider's Perspective</title>
      <description>Gary Byrne continues his conversation with Josh Schirard about the threats that law enforcement faces daily, and even more so now with the mob mentality set up by the left.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 17:59:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Gary Byrne continues his conversation with Josh Schirard about the threats that law enforcement faces daily, and even more so now with the mob mentality set up by the left.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Ep. 34 - IS A CAR A WEAPON? FORMER SS AGENT GARY BYRNE TELLS US </title>
      <description>In this episode of Byrna Bros, host Josh discusses current events surrounding law enforcement incidents, particularly focusing on a recent shooting involving ICE in Minneapolis. He is joined by Gary Byrne, a former Secret Service agent and author, who shares his insights on law enforcement practices, the challenges faced by officers today, and systemic issues within the Secret Service. The conversation delves into the complexities of use of force, the intent behind actions taken by individuals in confrontational situations, and the impact of political rhetoric on public perception of law enforcement. Byrne emphasizes the importance of understanding the totality of circumstances in law enforcement encounters and reflects on the historical challenges faced by the Secret Service.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 21:48:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>In this episode of Byrna Bros, host Josh discusses current events surrounding law enforcement incidents, particularly focusing on a recent shooting involving ICE in Minneapolis. He is joined by Gary Byrne, a former Secret Service agent and author, who shares his insights on law enforcement practices, the challenges faced by officers today, and systemic issues within the Secret Service. The conversation delves into the complexities of use of force, the intent behind actions taken by individuals in confrontational situations, and the impact of political rhetoric on public perception of law enforcement. Byrne emphasizes the importance of understanding the totality of circumstances in law enforcement encounters and reflects on the historical challenges faced by the Secret Service.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Ep. 33 - BYRNA GOES AFTER GAVIN - LUAN PHAM X HANNITY</title>
      <description>Luan Pham joined Sean Hannity on his radio show to discuss BYRNA's suit against the state of California.  California legislators are working to take away self-defense rights even when using less lethal products. From the California Globe:



In 2021, with the well-funded George Floyd protests across the country, police  were confronted with violent riots and protesters, and forced to use crowd control measures. Assemblywoman Gonzalez claimed that her bill was in response to the unwarranted force used by law enforcement against protestors, journalists and others in the George Floyd protests. She objected to the injuries caused by rubber bullets, beanbag rounds, foam rounds, and other projectiles, the Globe reported in 2021.

The California Legislature claimed AB 48 only applied to law enforcement crowd control measures, yet they banned the use of kinetic energy projectiles or chemical agents, which extended beyond law enforcement, as Byrna found out.

“Plaintiffs bring this lawsuit to challenge California’s ban on the possession and sale of pepper projectile launchers,” the lawsuit states (below). “Pepper projectile launchers are a commonly-used arm that many Americans choose as a non-lethal alternative to firearms. California doesn’t just deny its citizens this choice; it criminalizes the act of selling or possessing such an arm. This inexplicable ban violates the Second Amendment. In Caetano v. Massachusetts, a unanimous Supreme Court held that non-lethal stun guns are “arms” protected by the Second Amendment. 577 U.S. 411, 412 (2016) (per curiam). The non-lethal arms at issue here are similarly protected.”

It is important to note that the U.S. Supreme Court ruled: The Second Amendment covers all weapons that may be defined as “bearable arms,” even if they did not exist when the Bill of Rights was drafted and are not commonly used in warfare.

Bottom line: Byrna’s “pepper projectile launchers” are protected under the Second Amendment, according to their lawsuit, filed last week in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California.

This is the newest Byrna, the CL for “Compact Launcher,” a “next-generation less-lethal self-defense tool designed for true concealability.”



https://californiaglobe.com/fr/byrna-files-lawsuit-against-ca-for-blocking-ammunition-sales-of-less-lethal-weapons/</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 22:32:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Luan Pham joined Sean Hannity on his radio show to discuss BYRNA's suit against the state of California.  California legislators are working to take away self-defense rights even when using less lethal products. From the California Globe:



In 2021, with the well-funded George Floyd protests across the country, police  were confronted with violent riots and protesters, and forced to use crowd control measures. Assemblywoman Gonzalez claimed that her bill was in response to the unwarranted force used by law enforcement against protestors, journalists and others in the George Floyd protests. She objected to the injuries caused by rubber bullets, beanbag rounds, foam rounds, and other projectiles, the Globe reported in 2021.

The California Legislature claimed AB 48 only applied to law enforcement crowd control measures, yet they banned the use of kinetic energy projectiles or chemical agents, which extended beyond law enforcement, as Byrna found out.

“Plaintiffs bring this lawsuit to challenge California’s ban on the possession and sale of pepper projectile launchers,” the lawsuit states (below). “Pepper projectile launchers are a commonly-used arm that many Americans choose as a non-lethal alternative to firearms. California doesn’t just deny its citizens this choice; it criminalizes the act of selling or possessing such an arm. This inexplicable ban violates the Second Amendment. In Caetano v. Massachusetts, a unanimous Supreme Court held that non-lethal stun guns are “arms” protected by the Second Amendment. 577 U.S. 411, 412 (2016) (per curiam). The non-lethal arms at issue here are similarly protected.”

It is important to note that the U.S. Supreme Court ruled: The Second Amendment covers all weapons that may be defined as “bearable arms,” even if they did not exist when the Bill of Rights was drafted and are not commonly used in warfare.

Bottom line: Byrna’s “pepper projectile launchers” are protected under the Second Amendment, according to their lawsuit, filed last week in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California.

This is the newest Byrna, the CL for “Compact Launcher,” a “next-generation less-lethal self-defense tool designed for true concealability.”



https://californiaglobe.com/fr/byrna-files-lawsuit-against-ca-for-blocking-ammunition-sales-of-less-lethal-weapons/</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Luan Pham joined Sean Hannity on his radio show to discuss BYRNA's suit against the state of California.  California legislators are working to take away self-defense rights even when using less lethal products. From the California Globe:</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>In 2021, with the well-funded George Floyd protests across the country, police  were confronted with violent riots and protesters, and forced to use crowd control measures. Assemblywoman Gonzalez claimed that her bill was in response to the unwarranted force used by law enforcement against protestors, journalists and others in the George Floyd protests. She objected to the injuries caused by rubber bullets, beanbag rounds, foam rounds, and other projectiles, the Globe <a href="https://californiaglobe.com/fr/new-standards-for-crowd-control-tactics-signed-into-law-by-gov-newsom/">reported</a> in 2021.</p>
<p>The California Legislature claimed AB 48 only applied to law enforcement crowd control measures, yet they banned the use of kinetic energy projectiles or chemical agents, which extended beyond law enforcement, as Byrna found out.</p>
<p>“Plaintiffs bring this lawsuit to challenge California’s ban on the possession and sale of pepper projectile launchers,” the lawsuit states (below). “Pepper projectile launchers are a commonly-used arm that many Americans choose as a non-lethal alternative to firearms. California doesn’t just deny its citizens this choice; it criminalizes the act of selling or possessing such an arm. This inexplicable ban violates the Second Amendment. In <em>Caetano v. Massachusetts</em>, a unanimous Supreme Court held that non-lethal stun guns are “arms” protected by the Second Amendment. 577 U.S. 411, 412 (2016) (per curiam). The non-lethal arms at issue here are similarly protected.”</p>
<p>It is important to note that the U.S. Supreme Court <a href="https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/577/411/">ruled</a>: The Second Amendment covers all weapons that may be defined as “bearable arms,” even if they did not exist when the Bill of Rights was drafted and are not commonly used in warfare.</p>
<p>Bottom line: Byrna’s “pepper projectile launchers” are protected under the Second Amendment, according to their lawsuit, filed last week in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California.</p>
<p>This is the newest Byrna, the CL for “Compact Launcher,” a “next-generation less-lethal self-defense tool designed for true concealability.”</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>https://californiaglobe.com/fr/byrna-files-lawsuit-against-ca-for-blocking-ammunition-sales-of-less-lethal-weapons/</p>
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      <title>EP. 32- Randy Sutton, The Wounded Blue - Who Helps Hurt Cops? </title>
      <description>Randy Sutton is here with some interesting updates on police and the many struggles they face. One that does not get enough attention is the abandonment they often face from their departments when they are hurt on the job. What happens when you get knocked down and the department says, too bad? Randy and Josh discuss in this episode.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 22:47:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Randy Sutton is here with some interesting updates on police and the many struggles they face. One that does not get enough attention is the abandonment they often face from their departments when they are hurt on the job. What happens when you get knocked down and the department says, too bad? Randy and Josh discuss in this episode.</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Randy Sutton is here with some interesting updates on police and the many struggles they face. One that does not get enough attention is the abandonment they often face from their departments when they are hurt on the job. What happens when you get knocked down and the department says, too bad? Randy and Josh discuss in this episode. </p>]]>
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      <title>Ep. 31 - Active Defense Strategies with Josh for Safer Communities </title>
      <description>Josh talks about BYRNA's efforts to empower communities against attacks. A recent Newsweek article reads as follows about the initiative:

https://www.newsweek.com/company-offers-non-lethal-self-defense-option-to-schools-houses-of-worship-10979170

One company is looking to get its non-lethal self-defense device, the “Byrna,” into schools and house of worship as a means of increasing safety and deterring potential shootings.

“In most cases, if somebody pulls out a Byrna to stop an assailant, they don't even need to fire a projectile,” Bryan Ganz, CEO of Indiana-based Byrna Technologies, told Newsweek in an interview. “Just indicating that they're prepared to defend themselves is generally sufficient.”

School shootings have risen virtually year-over-year, hitting a peak of around 351 shootings in 2023, and around 336 in 2024, according to the K-12 School Shooting Database. This year, so far, has seen 208 incidents, including the shooting at the Annunciation Catholic Church school in Minnesota in August where two children were killed and over 30 people were injured.</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 22:20:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>BYRNA</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Josh talks about BYRNA's efforts to empower communities against attacks. A recent Newsweek article reads as follows about the initiative:

https://www.newsweek.com/company-offers-non-lethal-self-defense-option-to-schools-houses-of-worship-10979170

One company is looking to get its non-lethal self-defense device, the “Byrna,” into schools and house of worship as a means of increasing safety and deterring potential shootings.

“In most cases, if somebody pulls out a Byrna to stop an assailant, they don't even need to fire a projectile,” Bryan Ganz, CEO of Indiana-based Byrna Technologies, told Newsweek in an interview. “Just indicating that they're prepared to defend themselves is generally sufficient.”

School shootings have risen virtually year-over-year, hitting a peak of around 351 shootings in 2023, and around 336 in 2024, according to the K-12 School Shooting Database. This year, so far, has seen 208 incidents, including the shooting at the Annunciation Catholic Church school in Minnesota in August where two children were killed and over 30 people were injured.</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Josh talks about BYRNA's efforts to empower communities against attacks. A recent Newsweek article reads as follows about the initiative:</p>
<p>https://www.newsweek.com/company-offers-non-lethal-self-defense-option-to-schools-houses-of-worship-10979170</p>
<p>One company is looking to get its non-lethal self-defense device, the “Byrna,” into schools and house of worship as a means of increasing safety and deterring potential shootings.</p>
<p>“In most cases, if somebody pulls out a Byrna to stop an assailant, they don't even need to fire a projectile,” Bryan Ganz, CEO of Indiana-based Byrna Technologies, told <em>Newsweek</em> in an interview. “Just indicating that they're prepared to defend themselves is generally sufficient.”</p>
<p>School shootings have risen virtually year-over-year, hitting a peak of around 351 shootings in 2023, and around 336 in 2024, according to the <a href="https://k12ssdb.org/all-shootings">K-12 School Shooting Database</a>. This year, so far, has seen 208 incidents, including the shooting at the <a href="https://www.newsweek.com/what-we-know-about-annunciation-school-shooting-suspect-2120180">Annunciation Catholic Church school in Minnesota in August</a> where two children were killed and over 30 people were injured.</p>]]>
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      <title>Ep. 30 - STOP THE GLOCK - California's Self Defense Issues with Steve Hilton </title>
      <description>Today, we talk to gubernatorial prospect Steve Hilton about what is happening on the ground in the state of California. What can people do to protect themselves as California politicians take away the rights of their constituents?  A little bit about this bill:



California's new law, AB 1127, bans the sale of new Glock and Glock-style handguns that can be easily converted into automatic weapons by a "cruciform trigger bar". The law, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, takes effect on July 1, 2026, and applies to both Glock-manufactured and similar pistols that have this specific component. The ban does not apply to existing Glock ownership, law enforcement sales, or private party transfers of pre-existing firearms. </description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 17:01:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>BYRNA</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Today, we talk to gubernatorial prospect Steve Hilton about what is happening on the ground in the state of California. What can people do to protect themselves as California politicians take away the rights of their constituents?  A little bit about this bill:



California's new law, AB 1127, bans the sale of new Glock and Glock-style handguns that can be easily converted into automatic weapons by a "cruciform trigger bar". The law, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, takes effect on July 1, 2026, and applies to both Glock-manufactured and similar pistols that have this specific component. The ban does not apply to existing Glock ownership, law enforcement sales, or private party transfers of pre-existing firearms. </itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Today, we talk to gubernatorial prospect Steve Hilton about what is happening on the ground in the state of California. What can people do to protect themselves as California politicians take away the rights of their constituents?  A little bit about this bill:</p>
<p><br></p>
<p><em>California's new law, AB 1127, bans the sale of new Glock and Glock-style handguns that can be easily converted into automatic weapons by a "cruciform trigger bar". The law, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, takes effect on July 1, 2026, and applies to both Glock-manufactured and similar pistols that have this specific component. The ban does not apply to existing Glock ownership, law enforcement sales, or private party transfers of pre-existing firearms. </em></p>]]>
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      <itunes:duration>1278</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Ep. 29 - Round Two with Seamus Bruner - Show Me the Money!</title>
      <description>Seamus Bruner takes some time for a deeper dive into the No Kings folks and where all of their money is coming from - and it is beyond shocking who is investing in this chaos.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 19:19:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>BYRNA</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Seamus Bruner takes some time for a deeper dive into the No Kings folks and where all of their money is coming from - and it is beyond shocking who is investing in this chaos.</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Seamus Bruner takes some time for a deeper dive into the No Kings folks and where all of their money is coming from - and it is beyond shocking who is investing in this chaos. </p>]]>
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      <title>Ep. 28 - Follow the Money - A Conversation with Seamus Bruner</title>
      <description>Seamus Bruner is the Director of Research at the Government Accountability Institute (GAI). He is the author of the book 'Controlicharchs,' along with two bestsellers, 'Compromised' and 'Fallout.' He has worked with Peter Schweizer since 2011 and at GAI since 2013, providing research and support for numerous blockbuster investigations and books. He joined the President and several members of his cabinet to discuss funding for the Antifa outfit. Who exactly is bringing in the money and why?</description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2025 14:22:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>BYRNA</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Seamus Bruner is the Director of Research at the Government Accountability Institute (GAI). He is the author of the book 'Controlicharchs,' along with two bestsellers, 'Compromised' and 'Fallout.' He has worked with Peter Schweizer since 2011 and at GAI since 2013, providing research and support for numerous blockbuster investigations and books. He joined the President and several members of his cabinet to discuss funding for the Antifa outfit. Who exactly is bringing in the money and why?</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p><em>Seamus Bruner is the Director of Research at the Government Accountability Institute (GAI). He is the author of the book 'Controlicharchs,' along with two bestsellers, 'Compromised' and 'Fallout.' He has worked with Peter Schweizer since 2011 and at GAI since 2013, providing research and support for numerous blockbuster investigations and books. He joined the President and several members of his cabinet to discuss funding for the Antifa outfit. Who exactly is bringing in the money and why? </em></p>]]>
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      <title>Ep. 27 - Unmasking Antifa with Andy Ngo - The Rise of Political Violence </title>
      <description>Andy Ngo is a journalist best known for reporting on Antifa and far-left extremism. He is a senior editor at The Post Millennial and runs the Ngo Comment substack. His book, "Unmasked: Inside Antifa's Radical Plan to Destroy Democracy," was a New York Times bestseller.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 02:45:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <itunes:author>BYRNA</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Andy Ngo is a journalist best known for reporting on Antifa and far-left extremism. He is a senior editor at The Post Millennial and runs the Ngo Comment substack. His book, "Unmasked: Inside Antifa's Radical Plan to Destroy Democracy," was a New York Times bestseller.</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Andy Ngo is a journalist best known for reporting on Antifa and far-left extremism. He is a senior editor at The Post Millennial and runs the Ngo Comment substack. His book, "Unmasked: Inside Antifa's Radical Plan to Destroy Democracy," was a New York Times bestseller.</p>]]>
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      <title>EP.26 - VIOLENCE IN AMERICA - Rescuing 911 - The Fight for America’s Safety with Lt. Randy Sutton </title>
      <description>In this episode, Josh talks to Lt. Randy Sutton, who is a 33-year law enforcement veteran and the Founder of The Wounded Blue. (A national organization to assist injured cops, modeled after The Wounded Warrior Foundation during the war on terror.)

The discussion covers, among other things, mass shootings, the pressure on police, and the steps we need to take as a nation to make improvements.</description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 02:59:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>BYRNA</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>In this episode, Josh talks to Lt. Randy Sutton, who is a 33-year law enforcement veteran and the Founder of The Wounded Blue. (A national organization to assist injured cops, modeled after The Wounded Warrior Foundation during the war on terror.)

The discussion covers, among other things, mass shootings, the pressure on police, and the steps we need to take as a nation to make improvements.</itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Josh talks to Lt. Randy Sutton, who is a 33-year law enforcement veteran and the Founder of The Wounded Blue. (A national organization to assist injured cops, modeled after The Wounded Warrior Foundation during the war on terror.)</p>
<p>The discussion covers, among other things, mass shootings, the pressure on police, and the steps we need to take as a nation to make improvements. </p>]]>
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      <title>Ep. 25 - The FBI Take - A Conversation with Chris Piehota</title>
      <description>Following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, many people are asking questions - they want to know what happened and why, and how law enforcement, from local police to the FBI, handled everything; and how they are still handling everything. 



Chris Piehota is a Retired Executive Assistant Director of the FBI - oversaw the technology and science division (5k+ employees)-- He is also the author of Wanted: The FBI I Once Knew.

ABOUT CHRIS:

—Retired Executive Assistant Director of the FBI - oversaw the technology and science division (5k+ employees) 

—Served as FBI Buffalo, NY’s Special Agent In Charge 

—Spent 25 total years with the FBI 

—Served as the Director of the U.S. Govt's 24hr global terrorist screening center 

—Has been active participant in National Security Council deliberations </description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 20:20:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>BYRNA</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, many people are asking questions - they want to know what happened and why, and how law enforcement, from local police to the FBI, handled everything; and how they are still handling everything. 



Chris Piehota is a Retired Executive Assistant Director of the FBI - oversaw the technology and science division (5k+ employees)-- He is also the author of Wanted: The FBI I Once Knew.

ABOUT CHRIS:

—Retired Executive Assistant Director of the FBI - oversaw the technology and science division (5k+ employees) 

—Served as FBI Buffalo, NY’s Special Agent In Charge 

—Spent 25 total years with the FBI 

—Served as the Director of the U.S. Govt's 24hr global terrorist screening center 

—Has been active participant in National Security Council deliberations </itunes:summary>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, many people are asking questions - they want to know what happened and why, and how law enforcement, from local police to the FBI, handled everything; and how they are still handling everything. </p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Chris Piehota is a Retired Executive Assistant Director of the FBI - oversaw the technology and science division (5k+ employees)-- He is also the author of Wanted: The FBI I Once Knew.</p>
<p><strong>ABOUT CHRIS:</strong></p>
<p>—Retired Executive Assistant Director of the FBI - oversaw the technology and science division (5k+ employees) </p>
<p>—Served as FBI Buffalo, NY’s Special Agent In Charge </p>
<p>—Spent 25 total years with the FBI </p>
<p>—Served as the Director of the U.S. Govt's 24hr global terrorist screening center </p>
<p>—Has been active participant in National Security Council deliberations </p>]]>
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      <title>Ep. 24 - Josh Schirard - Director of Law Enforcement for BYRNA on School Shootings </title>
      <description>Josh Schirard is not just the Director of Law Enforcement for Byrna, he is also a 30-year veteran of the police force, and was on scene for the 2018 Sante Fe High School shooting in  Texas. He understands what is happening in Minneapolis, during, after, and now in the investigation process of the crime scene and terrorist. 



@ByrnaNation</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2025 16:28:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>BYRNA</itunes:author>
      <itunes:subtitle></itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Josh Schirard is not just the Director of Law Enforcement for Byrna, he is also a 30-year veteran of the police force, and was on scene for the 2018 Sante Fe High School shooting in  Texas. He understands what is happening in Minneapolis, during, after, and now in the investigation process of the crime scene and terrorist. 



@ByrnaNation</itunes:summary>
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<p><br></p>
<p>@ByrnaNation </p>]]>
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      <title>EP. 23 - Bryan Ganz &amp; Josh Schirard join Sean Hannity on Safety in America</title>
      <description>Josh and Bryan take on self-defense in a nation of turmoil, while a President tries to protect the people who are not allowed to defend themselves, especially in blue states. They joined Sean Hannity live on his radio show to talk through the federalization of Metro DC and potentially other cities, like Chicago, NY and California.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 04:03:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:author>BYRNA</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Josh and Bryan take on self-defense in a nation of turmoil, while a President tries to protect the people who are not allowed to defend themselves, especially in blue states. They joined Sean Hannity live on his radio show to talk through the federalization of Metro DC and potentially other cities, like Chicago, NY and California.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Ep. 22 - Crime, Crisis, and Courage with Anna Giaritelli</title>
      <description>In broad daylight in 2020, Anna was violently attacked and sexually assaulted by a repeat offender who was released five separate times before finally being sentenced to prison. Despite the conviction, her case never appeared in the city’s public crime database. She’s now revealing how D.C. police systematically omit certain violent crimes from official stats—painting an artificially rosy picture of public safety.

Her full commentary piece detailing the attack, the city’s cover-up, and the policy implications will be published by the Washington Examiner at 5:00 AM tomorrow.

As President Trump moves forward with his promised federal crackdown on crime in D.C., Anna argues that without accurate crime reporting, policymakers and the public are being misled about the true scale of violence in the nation’s capital.</description>
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Her full commentary piece detailing the attack, the city’s cover-up, and the policy implications will be published by the Washington Examiner at 5:00 AM tomorrow.

As President Trump moves forward with his promised federal crackdown on crime in D.C., Anna argues that without accurate crime reporting, policymakers and the public are being misled about the true scale of violence in the nation’s capital.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Ep.21 - Fighting for Justice in Cincinnati</title>
      <description>The tragedy that unfolded in Cincinnati following a jazz festival this past week has the nation on edge. The brutal beating of two innocent people by an angry group with no regard for life or humanity of any kind, and the response by the officials and police, are giving cause for a closer look at the folks in charge. Former Sheriff and Ohio State Rep. Phil Plummer joins Josh to discuss all of the above.</description>
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      <itunes:summary>The tragedy that unfolded in Cincinnati following a jazz festival this past week has the nation on edge. The brutal beating of two innocent people by an angry group with no regard for life or humanity of any kind, and the response by the officials and police, are giving cause for a closer look at the folks in charge. Former Sheriff and Ohio State Rep. Phil Plummer joins Josh to discuss all of the above.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Ep.20 - Good Gun, Bad Guy - School Safety - An interview with Dan Wos </title>
      <description>In this episode, we have Dan Wos on board, and Josh asks him the tough questions about what we can do to protect our children, and ourselves, when we come under attack. We have seen far too many shootings in so called "gun free zones."  Schools are one of the easiest targets for people who have one agenda, which is to take innocent lives in the name of their hatred. What can we do? Josh and Dan discuss the options.</description>
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      <itunes:summary>In this episode, we have Dan Wos on board, and Josh asks him the tough questions about what we can do to protect our children, and ourselves, when we come under attack. We have seen far too many shootings in so called "gun free zones."  Schools are one of the easiest targets for people who have one agenda, which is to take innocent lives in the name of their hatred. What can we do? Josh and Dan discuss the options.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Ep. 19 - Cha Ching- Get Your Money Back While Shopping</title>
      <description>Luan and Josh are joined this week by Cha Ching  Founder and CEO Max Sugrue, https://chaching.me/us - 



A quick description:



Big Tech has turned e-commerce into a pay-to-play arena — where sellers can lose up to 50% of every sale to fees and commissions. Now, ChaChing, a new platform, is teaming up with Mike Tyson to fight back — by putting money back in the hands of shoppers and lifting up the merchants who’ve been left behind.

Price Fighter™ powered by ChaChing is officially open to all U.S. merchants — offering a radically different alternative to Amazon, Meta, and Google. It helps sellers cut costs, protect margins, and win back customers by turning Big Tech’s fees into up to $500/month in cash back per shopper. It’s free to join, takes under 10 minutes to onboard, and merchants only pay after a sale is made.

Price Fighter powered by ChaChing aims to help sellers stay price-competitive. Unlike Amazon, Meta, and Google, ChaChing ditches the commission model and gives sellers full control with a transparent structure. It also introduces a crowd-powered discount engine: the more people buy from a store, the bigger the savings for everyone — even retroactively.



@byrnanation



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A quick description:



Big Tech has turned e-commerce into a pay-to-play arena — where sellers can lose up to 50% of every sale to fees and commissions. Now, ChaChing, a new platform, is teaming up with Mike Tyson to fight back — by putting money back in the hands of shoppers and lifting up the merchants who’ve been left behind.

Price Fighter™ powered by ChaChing is officially open to all U.S. merchants — offering a radically different alternative to Amazon, Meta, and Google. It helps sellers cut costs, protect margins, and win back customers by turning Big Tech’s fees into up to $500/month in cash back per shopper. It’s free to join, takes under 10 minutes to onboard, and merchants only pay after a sale is made.

Price Fighter powered by ChaChing aims to help sellers stay price-competitive. Unlike Amazon, Meta, and Google, ChaChing ditches the commission model and gives sellers full control with a transparent structure. It also introduces a crowd-powered discount engine: the more people buy from a store, the bigger the savings for everyone — even retroactively.



@byrnanation



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<p>A quick description:</p>
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<p>Big Tech has turned e-commerce into a pay-to-play arena — where sellers can lose up to 50% of every sale to fees and commissions. Now, <a href="https://78004199.streaklinks.com/CfyAy-SvLzmNqwC9qQXr5D5k/https%3A%2F%2Fchaching.me%2Fus">ChaChing</a>, a new<a href=""> platform</a>, is teaming up with Mike Tyson to fight back — by putting money back in the hands of shoppers and lifting up the merchants who’ve been left behind.</p>
<p>Price Fighter™ powered by ChaChing is officially open to all U.S. merchants — offering a radically different alternative to Amazon, Meta, and Google. It helps sellers cut costs, protect margins, and win back customers by turning Big Tech’s fees into up to $500/month in cash back per shopper. It’s free to join, takes under 10 minutes to onboard, and merchants only pay after a sale is made.</p>
<p><a href="https://78004199.streaklinks.com/CfyAy-W8PENIp0S3NgPBZmE8/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.price-fighter.com%2Fus">Price Fighter powered by ChaChing</a> aims to help sellers stay price-competitive. Unlike Amazon, Meta, and Google, ChaChing ditches the commission model and gives sellers full control with a transparent structure. It also introduces a crowd-powered discount engine: the more people buy from a store, the bigger the savings for everyone — even retroactively.</p>
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<p>@byrnanation</p>
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      <title>EP. 18 - CHICAGO - THE ONCE BLUE CITY IS TURNING RED</title>
      <description>P. Rae Easley is here with her story of her beloved Chicago as a lifelong resident. Why is it that there is nothing ever really done for the people? And how can the everyday person better protect themselves in the midst of so much violence?</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 04:47:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>P. Rae Easley is here with her story of her beloved Chicago as a lifelong resident. Why is it that there is nothing ever really done for the people? And how can the everyday person better protect themselves in the midst of so much violence?</itunes:summary>
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      <title>EP.17 CAM HIGBY - THE LA RIOTS, BEING ATTACKED FOR TELLING THE TRUTH</title>
      <description>Cam Higby told the truth about what was really happening in the streets of LA and Portland. As a result, he was attacked and sent to the hospital. Fortunately, this citizen journalist is not giving up.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 04:45:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Cam Higby told the truth about what was really happening in the streets of LA and Portland. As a result, he was attacked and sent to the hospital. Fortunately, this citizen journalist is not giving up.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Border Woes with Immigration Expert Jessica Vaughan</title>
      <description>Jessica Vaughan from the Center for Immigration Studies talks about the very real threats our Border Patrol faces every day across the nation. Luan also takes a moment to share his story, as he was an immigrant to this country as well and came here legally.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2025 21:28:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Jessica Vaughan from the Center for Immigration Studies talks about the very real threats our Border Patrol faces every day across the nation. Luan also takes a moment to share his story, as he was an immigrant to this country as well and came here legally.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>BYRNA &amp; AMY ROBBINS OF ALEXO ATHLETICS</title>
      <description>Luan and Josh sit down to chat with Amy about her athletic wear and its allowable compartments for firearms and self-defense devices. Now you can exercise outside in peace.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 18:28:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Luan and Josh sit down to chat with Amy about her athletic wear and its allowable compartments for firearms and self-defense devices. Now you can exercise outside in peace.</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>1790</itunes:duration>
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      <title>THE CL - BYRNA's Compact Launcher </title>
      <description>Bryan and Luan talk about the nuts and bolts of this brand-new launcher, the CL. BYRNA is revolutionizing self-defense, perfecting power with punch in a launcher small enough for your yoga pants.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 04:22:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Bryan and Luan talk about the nuts and bolts of this brand-new launcher, the CL. BYRNA is revolutionizing self-defense, perfecting power with punch in a launcher small enough for your yoga pants.</itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:duration>1119</itunes:duration>
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      <title>Krystal Mitchell, Her Murder and Her Mother's Quest for Justice</title>
      <description>Krystal Mitchell was murdered, leaving behind her young children and a devastated family. Her mother never gave up, and fought to find her killer; and she finally did.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 18:04:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>Krystal Mitchell was murdered, leaving behind her young children and a devastated family. Her mother never gave up, and fought to find her killer; and she finally did.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Ep. 12 - The Border, Cartels and BYRNA</title>
      <description>Jaeson Jones gives us the low down on what's really happening at the border and what we don't know about the system of the cartels.</description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:54:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>BYRNA and Border Intelligence Expert, Jaeson Jones Cover the Border Now</itunes:subtitle>
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      <title>Ep. 11 - 2A &amp; BYRNA -CAN WE BE FRIENDS </title>
      <description>Bryan and Luan speak to John Lott author of "More Guns, Less Crime and discussion the misconception that less lethal and guns can't work together. They in fact can do just that.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 12:41:00 -0000</pubDate>
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      <itunes:subtitle>Why BYRNA is a compliment to the gun owner's collection</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:summary>Bryan and Luan speak to John Lott author of "More Guns, Less Crime and discussion the misconception that less lethal and guns can't work together. They in fact can do just that.</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Ep. 10 The Armed Attorneys talk Safety, Legality and Deadly Force with Luan and Josh </title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 14:22:03 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Emily Taylor and Richard Hayes of Walker and Taylor take us down the path of the aftermath of self -defense.</itunes:title>
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      <title>Ep.9 - Roseanne Barr Takes on BYRNA </title>
      <description>Roseanne and Bryan talk self defense, alternative options and why BYRNA is the right choice for less lethal.</description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 14:16:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>Bryan Ganz heads out to meet with Roseanne and introduce her to the less lethal firearm, BYRNA. </itunes:title>
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      <description>Sara Carter, an award winning reporter and investigative journalist, talks to Bryan and Luan about the state of the border and what's to come with our new incoming border czar Tom Homan.</description>
      <pubDate>Sun, 08 Dec 2024 15:39:00 -0000</pubDate>
      <itunes:title>BYRNA ON THE BORDER </itunes:title>
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      <description>Bryan Ganz and Luan Pham talk to radio host Joe Pags about their company and their visit to Texas. Joe Pags was able to meet Luan, try out the products and use the BYRNA guns with his producers to see how the products work.</description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2024 23:06:00 -0000</pubDate>
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