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Range Minded Podcast
Hosted by Steve Zimmermann, Host of the Range Minded Podcast · EN
A podcast dedicated to the 2nd amendment. We discuss current events, news from the firearms community and bring on guests to share their experiences within the world of firearms.
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Episode 312, When is it Enough?
Apr 1201:00:28Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Range Minded Podcast, we visit some of the tyrannical laws that keep coming up, talk about a couple of good things coming from the current administration, and I always have to monologue... that's what I do...eBay store: rmpshop on eBayhttps://linktr.ee/range_minded_podcast
Transcribe →Episode 311, Late-night Pontification; and Other Nonsense
Mar 2900:59:08Tap to summarizeJust a dude with a studio and a voice. I know that this description isn't enticing...but you could still watch...Range Minded Podcast eBay shop:https://ebay.us/m/3yMtFX
Transcribe →Episode 310, Are We Losing Our Virginiaity?
Mar 1600:51:42Tap to summarizeWell, the State of Virginia just decided to nuke many 2A liberties of citizens in their state. A slew of anti-gun laws were pushed through debate and signed by the governor, who many would call a tyrant. Let's talk about it. Don't worry, this conversation is not like others you may have heard.
Transcribe →Episode 309, When States Fight Back!
Mar 600:50:57Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we surf over three new state-level gun laws (West Virginia, Kentucky, and Idaho) that are meant to give their citizens access to full-auto firearms within the framework of the Hughes Amendment. We also read the new National Reciprocity law introduces mt Senator Mike Lee of Utah.West Virginia Full Auto Bill:https://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=sb1071%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=1071Kentucky Full Auto Bill:https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/26RS/hb749/orig_bill.pdfIdaho Full Auto Bill:https://legiscan.com/ID/text/S1349/2026Sen. Mike Lee's National Constitutional Carry Bill:https://www.gunowners.org/wp-content/uploads/National-Constitutional-Carry-Act-Sen-Mike-Lee-x-GOA.pdf
Transcribe →Episode 308, What The FRT?!
Feb 2000:56:06Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Range Minded Podcast, we talk a bit about the Hoffman v Rear Breed Trigger lawsuit... I have some concerns about it! We also take a quick look at what your state has in mind this year with firearms laws...so far anyway!https://givesendgo.com/hoffmantactical?utm_source=website_share&utm_medium=sharelink&utm_campaign=hoffmantactical
Transcribe →Episode 307, So Many Questions!
Feb 1101:09:14Tap to summarizeIn this video, we talk about the future director of the ATF (Robert Cekada). Our right to keep and bear arms is always hanging in the balance, and selecting an ATF director is a key part of where our liberty will end up. Tune in, tell me what you think in the comments. Stay Safe, Stay Armed, and Stay Range Minded!!
Transcribe →Episode 306, Deep Thoughts, With Range Minded.
Jan 3000:49:25Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I just lay out a candid convo on how I see the world. No show notes, no scruples, and no talent...Enjoy!
Transcribe →Ep. 305. Arms for Defense, Not For Intimidation: Founders' Intent vs. Modern Protests Then and Now.
Jan 2101:00:14Tap to summarizeIn this powerful episode of The Range Minded Podcast, we go deep on the Second Amendment's true purpose — straight from the Founding Fathers — and how it collides with real-world events in January 2026.We start with the Founders' own words and Sir William Blackstone’s influential commentary on the right to bear arms as a defensive tool for liberty, self-preservation, and resisting tyranny — never for threats or intimidation. Then we compare that vision to:The original Black Panthers' armed self-defense in the 1960sThe 2026 anti-ICE protests exploding nationwide after the Renee Nicole Good shooting in Minneapolis, including the armed Black Panther revival group open-carrying in PhiladelphiaIs modern armed protest a defensive necessity or crossing the line into intimidation? We break it down.
Transcribe →Episode 304; Foreign & Domestic: Stifling One Attack, Warning on the Other!
Jan 1300:35:58Tap to summarizeForeign & Domestic: Stifling One Attack, Warning on the OtherTrump just crushed another global gun control push: On Jan 7, 2026, he signed a presidential memorandum withdrawing the U.S. from 66 international organizations—including the UN Register of Conventional Arms—under Executive Order 14199. This builds on his 2019 unsigning of the UN Arms Trade Treaty (ATT). No more UN reporting on small arms that could fuel anti-2A pressure. Big sovereignty win for gun owners!We also cover the risks: Federal "prohibited persons" basics (felons, drug users—even state-legal weed—mental health adjudications, domestic violence, etc.) and why armed/violent protest rhetoric could backfire. One escalation, and it shifts public opinion, tightens court rulings, and fuels more restrictions. Gun violence dropped sharply in 2025—don't let hotheads undo it.Responsible path forward: Know your status, protest peacefully, support 2A restoration (like DOJ's new Second Amendment Rights Section), and fight smart via GOA/NRA courts.Foreign threats stifled—stay alert to domestic ones. The 2A wins with range-minded owners.What’s your take? Comment below! Follow @RangeMinded on X. Like, subscribe, share, and hit the bell.
Transcribe →Ep. 303, 2026 Is Here!
Jan 800:47:05Tap to summarizeLet's talk about the goals for this year!
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