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Pocket Pistols

In this episode of the Defensive Skills Academy Podcast, host Joe discusses the pros and cons of carrying pocket pistols for self-defense. He shares personal experiences with various types of pocket pistols, such as the SCCY compact and the 380 Bursa, and outlines the benefits and drawbacks of using a .22 LR pocket pistol. 

How Often Should You Change Your Carry Ammo?

In this episode of the Defensive Skills Academy podcast, host Joe discusses the importance of regularly changing your carry ammo to ensure reliability and safety. Most experts suggesting every six months. Factors such as exposure to sweat, humidity, extreme weather, and repeated chambering can affect ammo quality.

Nurses Safety Week

In this episode of the DSA Podcast, host Joe discusses the critical issue of violence against nurses, coinciding with Nurses Week. The episode highlights recent incidents of nurses being attacked in MO, KY, FL, and PA. The discussion includes the need for changes to protect healthcare workers.

Identfying Public Threats

In this episode of the Defensive Skills Academy Podcast, host Joe explores the topic of identifying public threats. The discussion covers various types of threats, including physical, natural, health, and environmental hazards. Joe emphasizes the importance of recognizing early signs to mitigate risks and ensure a swift response. The episode highlights key indicators of different threats, such as unusual behavior, weather warnings, medical reports, and pollution alerts. 

What is Stop the Bleed campaign?

 What is STOP THE BLEED? It’s a campaign based on lessons learned by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) during the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan on how best to control severe bleeding.

Firearm Safety

 In this episode, we'll explore fundamental principles of firearm safety. The safe handling and storage of firearms, as well as legal and ethical considerations. Remember, we at DSA are not lawyers, and in no way should you take what we say as legal advice. 
 

Situational Awareness

In Season 1, Episode 4 of the DSA Podcast, host Joe delves into the importance of situational awareness. Situational awareness is defined as being alert to your surroundings, understanding the implications, and anticipating outcomes, which is crucial for personal safety, especially when carrying a firearm.

Church Security & Safety Teams

Church Security and Safety has become an important topic in the past few years, as churches have become targets for violent attacks.

Why Civilians Should Own Body Armor

Civilians are often in the first line of defense, so why shouldn't they own body armor?
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