What's REALLY happening inside the NRA?

NRA Board Member Anthony Colandro joins Gun Owners Radio to discuss the NRA reform movement, the ongoing battle with the NRA Foundation, Wayne LaPierre's departure, and why he believes the organization is finally moving in the right direction.

If you've been wondering what's happening behind the scenes at the NRA, this interview delivers an insider's perspective you won't hear in mainstream media.

🎯 FEATURED INTERVIEW: Anthony Colandro (Gun For Hire Radio / NRA Board of Directors)

In this conversation:

• The NRA reform movement explained

• Why the NRA Foundation dispute matters

• What changed after Wayne LaPierre

• How the NRA is rebuilding financially

• The future of the NRA and Second Amendment advocacy

• What gun owners need to know right now

ALSO IN THIS EPISODE:

🔹 Cheryl & Danny Todd (Gun Freedom Radio)

• Their incredible journey from gun shop owners to national advocates

• Why women are becoming one of the most influential forces in the firearms community

• The battle for gun rights in Arizona

• Lessons from Virginia's recent political shift

• Why every gun owner must stay engaged

🔹 Ed Monk – Active Shooter Response Expert

• Why the first 30 seconds matter most

• Active shooter response strategies for armed citizens

• Common mistakes schools and organizations continue to make

• Practical lessons that could save lives

Whether you're interested in NRA news, gun rights, concealed carry, self-defense, firearms training, or Second Amendment advocacy, this episode is packed with insights from leaders shaping the future of the firearms community.

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Gun Control Is Being Used Against Minorities
Why Gun Laws Hurt Minorities Most
The Civil Rights Issue Nobody Wants to Discuss: Gun Rights

Are gun laws really being applied equally?

NRA Board Member and Gun For Hire founder Anthony Colandro shares why he believes gun control disproportionately impacts minorities, working-class Americans, and law-abiding citizens.

Drawing from decades of experience in New Jersey's firearms community, Colandro discusses permit systems, carry permit denials, government bureaucracy, and why he views the Second Amendment as a civil rights issue.

In this interview:

• Why Anthony became a Second Amendment activist

• How New Jersey's firearm permitting system works

• Claims of unequal treatment in gun permit approvals

• The connection between gun rights and civil rights

• Why many minorities are discouraged from exercising their rights

• How restrictive gun laws affect working-class Americans

• The role of government, law enforcement, and due process

• Why the Second Amendment matters beyond politics

Whether you agree or disagree, this conversation offers a perspective rarely heard in mainstream discussions about firearms, civil liberties, and constitutional rights.

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California's governor race is shaping up to be one of the most important political battles in the country — but can a Republican actually win statewide in California anymore?

Political analyst Barry Jantz joins Gun Owners Radio to break down the hard numbers behind California voter registration, Republican turnout, independent voters, and why the GOP keeps falling short in statewide elections. The conversation dives into Steve Hilton, Chad Bianco, Eric Swalwell's collapse, Democrat strategy, and the reality behind the 2026 governor race.

Also in this episode:

13:53 California governor race math and why Republicans struggle statewide with Barry Jantz
40:46 Georgia congressional candidate Sean Harris on guns, Democrats, and the Second Amendment
01:22:26 California governor election polling shifts, Steve Hilton, Chad Bianco, and turnout strategy
01:40:10 San Diego mosque shooting analysis and how armed security stopped a larger tragedy
01:55:32 Stump My Nephew smokeless powder ammunition trivia challenge
02:01:07 Sam's concealed carry survey results and what gun owners are actually carrying
02:09:32 Curtain Call defensive gun use story where a pregnant mother hid her baby in a closet before stopping a home intruder

Why are major Second Amendment cases still dragging through the courts after Bruen? Adam Kraut from the Second Amendment Foundation and attorney Costas Moros break down the real status of Duncan, assault weapon bans, sensitive places litigation, California's handgun roster, and why Supreme Court "hardware cases" could reshape the future of gun rights nationwide.

The conversation also explores why lawsuits move so slowly, whether courts are deliberately delaying gun cases, the future of carry rights, DOJ and ATF policy changes, and why restoring constitutional rights is a long-term fight rather than an overnight victory.

Later in the show, Princess & the Pistol joins the conversation to discuss women's concealed carry, safe holster options, and why more women are entering firearms training than ever before. The episode wraps with O-Sight discussing rechargeable red dot technology, affordable optics, and the future of pistol-mounted optics.

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What happens when a state attorney general pulls back the curtain on federal gun policy, ATF rulemaking, and the political fights shaping the future of gun rights? Austin Knudsen joins the conversation with a blunt look at state sovereignty, federal overreach, and why gun owners cannot afford to get complacent.

San Diego CCW fees were nearly increased, local election fights are getting serious, and California's handgun roster keeps creating unequal rules for lawful gun owners. This conversation breaks down where those fights stand and what matters most right now.

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California gun owners are facing major legal changes, and the timeline matters. The deadline for Glock-pattern handgun sales under AB 1127 is now clear, and the fallout reaches far beyond one brand. Dealer inventory, private party transfers, CCW implications, and enforcement realities are changing fast.

John Dillon's analysis breaks down how California's red flag laws are being used, how temporary restraining orders can trigger CCW loss, and why getting firearms returned after legal clearance can still become a major fight.

The show also examines NRA reform, Supreme Court leak ethics, the Southern Poverty Law Center indictment, and political violence rhetoric.

Attorney Gary Gibson also joins the show to discuss the pitfalls and boobytraps threatening law abiding gun owners.

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NFA changes are finally happening, but the bigger fight is just getting started.
Jared from Guns & Gadgets breaks down what changed, why it matters, and what comes next.

Jared explains the real impact of the NFA tax reduction, why it opens the door to major legal challenges, and how incremental wins shape long-term Second Amendment strategy. The conversation expands into political realities, activism, and what gun owners should actually be paying attention to moving forward. Additional interviews cover NRA strategy, media engagement, and the continued growth of new gun owners across the country.

In this episode:

02:11 Jared from Guns and Gadgets on NFA tax reduction and legal impact
18:24 Justin Davis on NRA media strategy and institutional shift
44:39 Robin Sandoval on growth of women in firearms and training pathways
01:15:02 Dwight from Seal One on industry perspective and product growth
01:32:16 Huey Laugesen on young NRA leadership and Colorado legal battles

NRA leadership details a financial turnaround and internal reset while activists, media voices, and legal efforts show where gun rights strategy is heading next. Elections, lawsuits, and grassroots coordination are all converging into a new phase of Second Amendment advocacy.

From high-level leadership decisions to on-the-ground legal fights and cultural shifts, the conversation tracks how influence is being rebuilt and why new gun owners are reshaping the landscape.

In this episode:

00:00 NRA annual meeting Houston Media Row setup and format overview
05:39 NRA leadership interview on financial recovery and organizational direction
17:06 Charlie Cook interview on regional advocacy and gun culture trends
49:30 John Petrolino interview on New Jersey lawsuit and transparency fight
1:16:13 Amanda Suffecool interview on activism, media, and NRA reform efforts

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San Diego officials say crime is down, but daily experience tells a different story. Reported statistics don't reflect what residents are seeing with homelessness, mental illness, and underreported incidents across the city.

A closer look at how crime is measured, what gets excluded, and why perception and reality are drifting further apart. Additional discussion covers media narratives around firearm policy, concealed carry access, and the reliability of national gun violence data.

Also in this episode:

First Aid

Glock Switches

Interview with Mark Skoglund of the Warrior's Way Podcast on Chad Bianco

Gun Violence Archive Discovery