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Armed Insights

Armed Insights

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The Armed Insights Podcast brings real conversations from inside the tactical world. Hosted by Ryan Patete, a 20+ year law enforcement veteran, SWAT operator, K9 handler, and firearms instructor. This show cuts through the noise with authentic stories, training insights, and lessons learned on the job.

Each episode dives into firearms training, tactics, gear, and the mindset it takes to excel in law enforcement and the public safety professions. Guests include police officers, firefighters, instructors, and industry leaders making an impact in the world of public safety. Our guests will share how they became masters of their craft, and what it really takes to perform under pressure.

If you’re looking for a podcast that blends experience, education, and the raw conversations about the realities of training and tactical work, you’ve found it. Subscribe to Armed Insights and join us for episodes that will inform, challenge, and inspire you.

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Episodes
  • Raising Standards in Law Enforcement Training | Episode 1
    Sep 1 2025

    Episode 1 features Rick Crawley, founder of Achilles Heel Tactical and former Marine/LEO. Rick opens up about a near-fatal heart attack that forced a hard pivot, building AHT into a team of high-level instructors, and why process-focused training beats “outcome-based” quals.

    We break down the DOPE Drill (using hit factor to track accuracy at speed), the Man Card Drill standard, and practical ways law enforcement, military, and serious civilians can measure progress and perform under pressure.

    Topics: building a training business, logistics and travel, creating a curriculum that scales, culture in the tactical community, and setting real standards officers can trust on the job.

    Guest: Rick Crawley — Achilles Heel Tactical

    Host: Ryan Patete — Rifle & Pistol Defense Training

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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • Introducing the Armed Insights Podcast
    Aug 31 2025

    The Armed Insights Podcast is almost here. Hosted by Ryan Patete, a 20+ year law enforcement veteran, SWAT operator, K9 handler, and firearms instructor, this show brings you raw conversations from inside the tactical world.

    In this trailer, Ryan shares what you can expect: guests from law enforcement, military, and the tactical industry, intimate conversations about how they became masters of their craft, and insights into firearms training, tactics, gear, and mindset.

    Subscribe now so you don’t miss the first full episode when it drops.

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    1 min
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