In this episode of Behind the Holster, Jody Picou, Matt Wheeler, and Yates Crawford tackle a complex and timely legal issue: a Supreme Court case examining whether habitual drug users should be allowed to possess firearms under federal law.

The conversation centers on 18 USC 922(g)(3) and the core problem surrounding it – “habitual user” has never been clearly defined. Our team explores how that ambiguity affects lawful gun owners, especially those prescribed pain medications or other controlled substances, and why proving intoxication or impairment from drugs is far more complicated than it is with alcohol.

Drawing on law enforcement experience, firearm training backgrounds, and personal stories, the discussion expands into broader concerns about medical privacy, enforcement challenges, and constitutional rights. Should lawful prescription use be treated the same as illicit drug use? How does impairment get measured fairly? And where should the balance lie between individual rights and public safety?

This episode doesn’t aim to give simple answers – it aims to ask the right questions. If you care about responsible firearm ownership, concealed carry law, and the real-world gray areas that affect everyday Americans, this is a conversation worth hearing.

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Behind the Holster is educational, approachable, and judgment-free – focused on protection, not politics. Whether you’re brand new to firearms or have years of experience carrying, this podcast is here to help you better understand gun safety, personal protection, and the responsibilities that come with owning and carrying a firearm.

For more information, as well as in-person and online training options and additional firearm safety resources, visit the Concealed Coalition website: https://www.concealedcoalition.com/?c=17405&s1=firearmpossession

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Welcome back to Behind the Holster, the official Concealed Coalition podcast. This week, we’re discussing a controversial topic – should teachers be allowed to carry firearms in schools?

In this episode, Jody Picou and Matt Wheeler dive into North Carolina’s House Bill 193, which allows teachers in private schools to carry concealed firearms. Using their real-world training experience and perspective as parents to young children, they break down what the bill does and the important questions it raises about school safety and preparedness.

The conversation centers on one key issue: training. Jody and Matt discuss why minimal annual training requirements may fall short for teachers carrying firearms in a classroom environment, and why active shooter response, decision-making, and mindset are just as critical as firearm proficiency.

They also explore broader school security considerations, including the role of technology, access control, and prevention strategies that focus on stopping threats before they enter school buildings. Alternative approaches—such as the potential use of tasers—are discussed as part of a larger conversation about layered, realistic security measures.

This episode isn’t about fear or politics. It’s about responsibility. If firearm safety, student protection, and practical training standards matter to you, this is an important conversation to hear.

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Behind the Holster is educational, approachable, and judgment-free – focused on protection, not politics. Whether you’re brand new to firearms or have years of experience carrying, this podcast is here to help you better understand gun safety, personal protection, and the responsibilities that come with owning and carrying a firearm.

For more information, as well as in-person and online training options and additional firearm safety resources, visit the Concealed Coalition website: https://www.concealedcoalition.com/?c=17405&s1=teachersandfirearms

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Welcome to the very first episode of Behind the Holster, a podcast dedicated to practical firearm training, concealed carry, and responsible gun ownership – without the politics.

In this inaugural episode, host Jody Picou, a 13-year veteran in the firearm training industry, is joined by Concealed Coalition leaders Matt Wheeler and Yates Crawford to explain the purpose of the podcast and who it’s designed for. Together they draw from years of real-world safety training and experience educating tens of thousands of students to discuss who firearm ownership, gun safety, and personal protection should be approached in a practical, responsible, and approachable way.

You’ll hear conversations around:

• Everyday concealed carry questions and where new gun owners should start
• The role of situational awareness and mindset in effective self-defense
• Why fear-based narratives can hurt responsible firearm ownership
• What truly matters when it comes to safety and preparedness

Behind the Holster is educational, approachable, and judgment-free – focused on protection, not politics. Whether you’re brand new to firearms or have years of experience carrying, this podcast is here to help you better understand gun safety, personal protection, and the responsibilities that come with owning and carrying a firearm.

New episodes will continue to dive deeper into training topics, legal basics, listener questions, and real-world stories from instructors nationwide.

For more information, as well as in-person and online training options and additional firearm safety resources, visit the Concealed Coalition website: https://www.concealedcoalition.com/?c=23186&s1=behindtheholsterintro

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