The CIA, NSA and the DIA trained us to develop a vast array of highly specialized skills that required intense, structured training by experienced, success-proven operatives. But there are essential spy skills that we had to master that you can develop within yourself – without attending a top-secret government training facility. Moving rapidly through crowds …

In this week’s mailbag… I’ll discuss dry firing with pistols… If talking to Alexa is safe… A concern to consider when building a fire… How to attend Shot Show… What to teach your daughters for self defense… And how to remain situationally aware even in the bathroom… Let’s dive in… Are most pistols safe to dry fire? …

In 2016, a Pensacola, FL teenager allegedly shot and killed a man near the Chow Tyme buffet, however, the teenager wasn’t arrested until over two years later. In 2018, authorities arrested Marquist Alvin Vincent Page, 18, in connection to the murder of Wes Burkhalter, 47. Page was charged with second-degree murder after a lengthy investigation …

The Best Identity Theft Protection Services One Friday, Laura Shin had just arrived home from work when she received a call from a major credit card company asking her to call them back as soon as possible. Of course, Laura thought it was just a scam, but she decided to call the company back on a …

What to look out for at SHOT Show 2019 At the end of January each year, the biggest gun manufacturers in the world gather at an annual trade show in Las Vegas known as SHOT Show. This stands for Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade and it is the biggest event of its kind in world. Attendance …

How often does your cell phone ring and you see a number you don’t recognize and you just ignore it? You probably think if it’s an important call they will leave a message. Chances are that strange phone number that keeps calling you is a robocall scam. Recently, a Massachusetts woman, who declined to be …

In this week’s Must-Read articles you will see how the CIA trains agents to blend in, how China’s hacking is on the rise, teaching your child self-defense, what mistakes to avoid when purchasing land and how apps are tracking you even after you uninstall them. Let’s dive in… How the CIA Trains Agents to Blend …

3 Ways to Keep Hackers Out of Your House These days, a majority of electronic devices you purchase for your home, from TV’s to baby monitors, come with the ability to connect to the Internet so you can control them from your smartphone or tablet. In 2017 alone, worldwide sales of baby monitors reached almost …

It was a Sunday night when George Grier went to his car only to find 5 gang members of the dreaded “MS13” in front of his house, allegedly ready to invade his Uniondale, NY home. He quickly ran into his home, told his wife to call the police, and grabbed a legally-owned AK-47 to confront …

In this week’s Must-Read articles you will learn ways you can overcome personal tragedy, how to prevent the spreading of germs, how you can use your watch for a compass, ways to avoid and treat hypothermia and frostbite, and also, how to create home heat when your electricity is out. Let’s dive in… 7 Ways …

Most people are familiar with the name Robert Hanssen, a man who was an FBI agent, and one of the most devastating traitors in American History. Not too long ago, new information revealed the source that finally exposed Hanssen and provided the FBI with the evidence to arrest him for espionage. In 1979, only three …

In talking with convicted home invaders and burglars, studies show that they fear two animals over everything else… The first is dogs. A Doberman, Rottweiler or German Shepherd are great guard dogs and will give any home invader a fight for his life… but their large size can also make them more difficult to handle …

Last year, Gary Gross and his family were sound asleep at 3:15 A.M. when they were startled awake by noises in their home. The family, who lives in Columbia Township, Ohio, heard intruders inside their home on a Saturday morning when Gary grabbed a hammer and confronted the men. A struggle between Gary and the …

In this week’s mailbag I’ll discuss rifle options, air pistols, self-defense for children, frangible ammunition, wellness checks and more. Let’s dive in… I’m surprised you didn’t mention a .22 caliber rifle. I used to have a Beeman .177/.22 switchable. The .22 worked so well, I never switched them out.  –Ken G Answer: .22 caliber rifles are great …

My reasons for why a machete is better than an AR-15 are explained in this “combat machete” training video…  But to sum it up, here are just a few reasons: Proven Lethality – It’s been estimated that about 600,000 people were killed with machetes during the genocidal Rwandan war in the 1990s. Essentially, the machete …

The M-16 (essentially the same as your civilian AR-15) saw its first days in service during Vietnam. The design of the AR-15 was unlike any other rifle ever issued, so American GI’s had to quickly learn what worked and what didn’t in real combat. It was a proving ground of sorts, and the first issued …

The military understands this one fact when it comes to surviving on the battlefield… … an out of shape soldier is a dead soldier! In order to survive life-or-death combat, your body must be up to the task. That’s why the military places so much emphasis on a total health & fitness program like the …

In this week’s Must-Read articles you will discover important things to consider in case of a winter power outage, how you can clear your home in case of an intruder, learn about a potentially more effective reality drivers ed course, how to effectively layer clothes to keep warm and a breakdown of the strengths and …

A recent report revealed one of the most troubling examples of Chinese espionage targeting the U.S., or more specifically, U.S. companies. It all begin to unravel when Amazon starting looking into acquiring a company called Elemental Technologies. This company was suppose to help Amazon expand its video streaming service known as Amazon Prime Video. While …

In this week’s mailbag we’ll discuss doorstoppers, concealed carry permits, detecting listening devices, hackers and more Let’s dive in… What doorstopper do you recommend? – David T Answer: The doorstopper that I personally use is the GE Doorstopper Alarm. This is perfect for using in a hotel room, dorm, or basically anywhere that you don’t …

This is going to seem offensive, but I have to say it… …97% of gun owners are NOT cut out to protect their loved ones with their firearm. And yes, I’m even talking about those “expert” shots down at the gun range in their 5.11 pants, Glock tactical cap, and expensive shooter glasses. Why do …

If you would like to know the 3 accessories that practically EVERY special ops soldier agrees you need on your fighting rifle, then this article will tell you. The truth is, the AR and AK platform have been around so long there are practically hundreds (if not thousands) of accessories for them — and if …

In this week’s Must-Read articles you will learn the 7 skills to learn from hikers, why a cheap safe is not reliable, how to conceal carry while backpacking, understanding and dealing with insulin, and the major difference between being a leader vs. being a boss. Let’s dive in… 7 Survival Skills Hikers Learn on the …

How many times have you been getting ready for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner and you realize you need milk, eggs, butter or some other staple? Since grocery stores frequently change their hours during the holidays, a lot of folks end up running to a local convenience store to buy last minute items. This is exactly …