Former Army Ranger, Narcotics Officer, and Jedi Master Craig Douglas teaches me (John Lovell) all about retention firing. This means how to handle my pistol when things get up close and personal wi … read more

How likely is it that we’ll face an economic doomsday? It’s not a fun thing to think about but it’s important, and it’s wise to plan ahead—without going insane of course. Michael Brooks of Sentar … read more

Two fields often stand out prominently in the vast landscape of self-defense training: firearms training and combatives. While many enthusiasts take the weekend route, perfecting shooting techniques o … read more

Even when things are at their worst (which they're not—yet—of course) there's always plenty to celebrate. Afterall, there's a higher kingdom at work than those we build for ourselves. But it's also … read more

I (John Lovell) love to watch movies, but not simply for entertainment. In fact, I rarely watch movies for their ability to amuse me. I’m more interested in watching thought-provoking movies as an … read more