Failed CCW: Tyler vs. the Combat Vet

About this episode

Hosts discuss a clash between a CCW instructor and a combat veteran, exploring themes of experience versus credentials in policing.

Hosts unpack a classroom clash where a young CCW instructor fails a combat veteran over his stance, questioning credentialed ego versus real-world experience. The episode then explores federal surplus gear sent to police—MRAPs, rifles and armor—that sits unused due to policy and accountability, and discusses how gear, training, and attitudes shape modern policing. https://10thwhiskey.com/ Enter dearshooter at checkout for 15% off https://www.lucidoptics.com/ https://www.wyotac.com/ Disclaimer: The statements and opinions expressed here are our own and may not represent those of the companies we represent, or any entity affiliated to it. Hosts: Jason Crotteau Brandy Crotteau Jason Wilson Producer: Dear Shooter LLC

People in this episode

Hosts: Brandy Crotteau, Jason Crotteau, Jason Wilson

Topics covered

• CCW instructor
• combat veteran
• policing
• federal surplus gear
• training
• real-world experience

Keywords

• CCW
• combat veteran
• policing
• federal surplus gear
• training
• MRAPs
• accountability

Sponsors

10th Whiskey, Lucid Optics, Wyotac

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Organizations: Dear Shooter LLC

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