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Can climate change explain gun violence—and what conclusions should readers draw from research on lead ammunition? Mark Walters welcomes Lee “The Gun Writer” Williams to Armed American Radio’s Daily Defense for a spirited examination of The Trace’s reporting, its framing of gun ownership and the arguments shaping the gun control debate. First, Lee discusses his response to coverage of lead ammunition, children’s potential exposure and hygiene after shooting. Mark and Lee question the assumptions behind the reporting and how those findings are presented to readers. Then the conversation turns to climate change, rising temperatures and gun violence. From Chicago crime figures to urban cooling programs and planting trees, the two challenge the coverage with pointed questions, sharp commentary and plenty of humor. In the final segment, Mark and Lee discuss gun storage mandates, armed citizens stopping violent attacks and why they believe public officials should focus on criminals and accountability. Plus, Mark shares an update on his recent California filming with Valorous TV and upcoming television work. Visit armedamericanradio.com for more Armed American Radio. Listen weekdays, 4–5 p.m. ET / 1–2 p.m. PT, and Sundays, 8–11 p.m. ET / 5–8 p.m. PT. #ArmedAmericanRadio #MarkWalters #LeeWilliams #SecondAmendment #GunRights The post 10-23-26: Harvard Anti-Gun Researchers KNOW You do NOT Wash YOUR Hands After a Day at the RANGE! appeared first on Armed American Radio.

Mark Walters is back behind the Armed American Radio microphone after a whirlwind trip through Savannah, Arizona, and California—and the biggest story isn’t the travel. It’s what he witnessed inside a Beverly Hills gun shop. After delivering the keynote address at the Arizona Citizens Defense League annual meeting, Mark shares his warning about Arizona’s political future and why protecting Second Amendment rights requires involvement long before Election Day. He also recounts a memorable welcome from the Arizona State Rifle and Pistol Association and broadcasting from the Gun Freedom Radio studios. Then it’s off to Beverly Hills, where filming began for television episodes with Valorous TV. Mark takes listeners behind the scenes of the project and explains how Beverly Hills Guns owner Russell Stuart helped bring the first episode to life. Inside the shop, Mark encountered what he calls California’s “walk of shame”: a hallway of mandatory notices, posted licenses, and warnings, alongside audio and video recording requirements. He describes what he saw firsthand and argues that the cumulative burden discourages lawful firearm ownership and makes life harder for dealers. Finally, Mark reacts to reporting linking higher temperatures with shootings, challenging the conclusions and questioning how that research could influence future gun-control proposals. A road report, a television preview, and a passionate defense of the right to keep and bear arms—all in one edition of AAR Daily Defense. Follow Armed American Radio, share this episode, and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. More at armedamericanradio.com. #ArmedAmericanRadio #MarkWalters #SecondAmendment #CaliforniaGunLaws #AZCDL #ValorousTV The post 10-22-26: I Went to California to Film TV. What I Saw Inside a Gun Shop Stunned Me. appeared first on Armed American Radio.

What does the campaign trail have to do with your right to keep and bear arms? According to guest host Andy Hooser, everything. Sitting in for Mark Walters on Armed American Radio’s Daily Defense, Andy opens the broadcast by spotlighting the connection between election season and the Second Amendment. With gun rights becoming a campaign talking point in battleground areas, he sets the stage for a discussion about political rhetoric and why gun owners should pay attention to the candidates seeking their votes. Andy also checks in with producer Greg in Dallas for some spirited Kansas-versus-Texas weather banter, jokes about escaping the heat for Alaska, and looks ahead to Mark Walters’ anticipated return to the microphone after traveling. Stay connected with Armed American Radio at armedamericanradio.com, and follow the podcast for more conversations about gun rights, personal freedom, and the issues affecting America’s gun owners. #ArmedAmericanRadio #SecondAmendment #GunRights #MidtermElections #AndyHooser #MarkWalters #DailyDefense The post 10-21-26: Your Gun Rights Are on the Ballot—Are You Paying Attention? appeared first on Armed American Radio.

ARMED AMERICAN RADIO DAILY DEFENSE | OCTOBER 20, 2026 | TEXAS VOTERS ARE FLOODING THE POLLS! TRUMP RALLIES ARE PACKED! AND THE SECOND AMENDMENT IS BACK IN THE MIDTERM SPOTLIGHT! Guest host Andy Hooser takes command of Armed American Radio’s Daily Defense for an explosive discussion of the 2026 midterm elections, record-breaking Texas early voting, Donald Trump’s massive campaign rallies, and the political battles that could shape the future of American gun rights. Fresh off a whirlwind 22-stop Republican campaign bus tour across Kansas, Andy brings firsthand stories from the campaign trail, including his experience attending a packed Donald Trump rally in Wichita featuring Ted Nugent. IN THIS HOUR: TEXAS EARLY VOTING EXPLODES! Record-setting turnout in Dallas County raises questions about which voters are driving the surge. KEN PAXTON VS. JAMES TALLARICO: A heated discussion of the Texas U.S. Senate race, voter registration growth, and the changing political landscape. TRUMP’S RALLY EFFECT: Can massive campaign crowds translate into actual votes on Election Day? THE SECOND AMENDMENT AND THE MIDTERMS: Why gun rights, gun control, and constitutional freedoms remain major issues on the campaign trail. REPUBLICANS EMBRACE EARLY VOTING: How voting strategies are changing heading into November 3. IS TEXAS CHANGING? Population growth, expanding suburbs, and the political future of the Lone Star State. Andy and Greg deliver the fast-paced, outspoken political commentary Armed American Radio listeners expect, examining the campaign developments and constitutional issues dominating the national conversation. Gun rights. Constitutional freedom. Election 2026. The fight for America’s future. This is Armed American Radio’s Daily Defense, broadcasting from the CZ Studios. MORE FROM ARMED AMERICAN RADIO: Visit ArmedAmericanRadio.com for the latest shows, podcasts, Second Amendment coverage, and exclusive content. Subscribe to Armed American Radio on Apple Podcasts and follow our YouTube channel for additional gun rights news, political analysis, and AAR Short Shot updates. ARMED AMERICAN RADIO — BECAUSE THEY DON’T WANT ME TO, THAT’S WHY I DO IT! The post 10-20-26: 2026 MIDTERM SHOWDOWN! Texas Voting SURGES, Trump Rallies & Gun Rights | Andy Hooser appeared first on Armed American Radio.

Parkland father Ryan Petty breaks down the minute by minute sequence of events as they unfolded in Bend, OR when a kawfully armed father entered the schook with his firearm after witnessing the shooter at the start of his rampage. It ended with the armed bystander killing the murderer and in the process, ending another argument for unarmed, defenseless school staff, yet again. Unarmed shop owners in France are defenesless against hordes of rioters and the importance of the mid-terms were on the days agenda! The post 10-19-26 Ryan Petty sits in for Mark Today, Bend OR, France, Mid-Terms, and much MORE appeared first on Armed American Radio.