The A Better Way 2A Podcast
Episodes
Jim Nason of Pipehawk Consulting
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim from Pipehawk Consulting joins the show for one of those episodes that goes everywhere and still somehow works. We bounce from workplace stories a...
Alexandria Augustine
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we talk with Alexandria Augustine, an organizer who’s been on the ground protesting ICE in Los Angeles and Minnesota, building mutual aid...
Jake Hanrahan
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jordan speaks with Jake Hanrahan, founder of Popular Front, about independent journalism, censorship, and political division. He expl...
Andrew and Jordan
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of A Better Way 2A, Andrew and Jordan pick back up after an unplanned break that included SHOT Show, a necessary hair cut. We get into...
Greg Lickenbrock of Everytown For Gun Safety's TRAIN SMART
23 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jordan talks with Greg Lickenbrock, Senior Firearms Analyst and Technical Advisor at Everytown for Gun Safety, who has also spent yea...
Ben Spangler of Tactical Forge
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Andrew and I sit down with Ben Spangler from Tactical Forge and Spangler Forge a firearms instructor, competitive shooter, knife make...
Ashley Hlebinsky
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the A Better Way 2A Podcast, Jordan and Andrew are joined by firearms historian and researcher Ashley Hlebinsky for a deep dive int...
Leroy Voyles aka The Liberal Trucker
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Leroy “The Liberal Trucker” Voyles, a Marine Corps veteran, longtime truck driver, and outspoken left-leaning cr...
Zach from Panther City Tactical
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jordan and Andrew sit down with Zach from Panther City Tactical for a candid conversation about building a small firearms-industry bu...
Geoffrey Asmus
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian Geoffrey Asmus joins Jordan and Andrew for a chaotic, brutally honest, and surprisingly thoughtful episode that covers everything from dark h...
Bill Braski
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A lot of people are tired of hearing “a few bad apples” when the problem feels built into the system itself. This episode does not defend that sys...
Kenzie Fitzpatrick
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Women in firearms - Gear and budgets - Community and cultureIn this episode of A Better Way 2A, Jordan sits down with Kenzie “3 Gun Kenzie” Fitzpa...
David Kiwacka - Hi-Point Firearms
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jordan talks with Dave Kiwacka from Hi-Point Firearms. The discussion covers the launch of the HP 15 AR platform, the evolution of th...
Danielle Campbell - Protect Peace
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Danielle Campbell, firearms instructor, community organizer, and co-founder of Protect Peace. Danielle explains how her ...
J Drago
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jordan and J Drago dive deep into conversations about life, politics, and community. From humorous takes on Shot Show memories to mor...
Jose Diaz III aka Gastronomichedonist
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AKs - Pizza - E-BikesIn this episode, we have a lively chat with Jose Diaz III, aka gastronomichedonist. We dive into everything from competitive shoo...
Kris Chanski From The Range 702
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Double Standards - Content Creation - Being a BossIn this episode, we sit down with Kris Chanski, the COO of the Range 702 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Kris ...
Dustin Fagnani from Fagnani Firearms
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Inclusive Gun Culture - Running a Shop - SpidersIn this episode, we sit down with Dustin Fagnani, owner of Fagnani Firearms in Throop, Pennsylvania. W...
Larry Rosen - The Enemies Project
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bridge-Building - Weaponized Morality - The Profit of DivisionIn this episode, Jordan sits down with Larry Rosen, founder of The Enemies Project, to t...
Brynn Woods
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dark Humor - Social Media - Gun CultureJoin us as we chat with Brynn Woods, an army vet and gun enthusiast, for an enlightening and candid conversatio...
Jack Jones
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Survival - Politics - Epic AdventuresJoin us for a deep dive with Jack Jones, known as QuadZilla on Instagram, as he shares his journey from hiking th...
John Jackson
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ukraine - Gun Rights - Political TransformationOn this episode, we sit down with John Jackson to discuss a range of topics from the heart-wrenching re...
Jacki Billings - Pew Pew Tactical
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kids and Guns - Memes - Reviews and NewsJoin us as we chat with Jacki Billings, the editor-in-chief of Pew Pew Tactical, for a discussion about their ...
Thomas Gibbons-Neff
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Media Bias - War Reporting - Changing The NarrativeJoin us as we chat with Thomas Gibbons Neff, a reporter for The New York Times and a former Marine....
Jim - Pipehawk Consulting
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nazi Furries - Social Media - ActivismIn this episode, we engage with Jim in a wide-ranging discussion covering Instagram engagement, uncomfortable ni...
JB The School Counselor
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Root Causes - Practical Safety - Mental HealthIn this episode, Andrew and I sit down with JB, a school counselor who brings a unique perspective on gu...
Punk With A Camera
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mutual Aid - Kickass Propaganda - Acta Non VerbaIn this episode, we are joined by Punk With A Camera. We discuss the origins of his business, which st...
Emily Stanley - Princess And The Pistol
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SHOT Show - Online trolls - Carrying as a cutie patootieIn this episode, we interview Emily from 'Princess and the Pistol.' We discuss her rise in soc...
Kyle Clark
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Accountability - Parenting - Honest reporting In this episode, we welcome Kyle Clark from 9 News, Colorado. We discuss Kyle's approach to moderating p...
The Revolutionary Rhetoric Podcast
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Leftist Internet Friends - Purity Testing - Sad KaraokeIn this episode, Jordan and Tali tackle various socio-political issues with guests Tyler and Ke...
YZY PRINTS
03 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cancelling CEOs - SHOT Show plans - Dropping gunsIn this episode, we are joined by our previous guest and CURRENT friend, YZY PRINTS to discuss a rang...
Alex - Ctrl + Pew
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
DIY guns - Buyback hacks - Learning from mistakesIn this episode, Jordan is joined by Alex from Ctrl+Pew to dive into the world of 3D printing, gun ri...
Upstate New York SRA
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Big Tents - Untrustworthy Institutions - Tragedy+Time=ComedyIn this episode, we sit down with "Smedley Butler's Ghost" and "Leo" from the Upstate New ...
Justin and Meghan - Off Color Decals
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Propaganda - Community defense - Self care |||In this episode, I head up to Vermont to chat with our friends, Megan and Justin from Off Color Decals t...
Artemis Tactical
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Race guns - Pangaea - Stardew Valley |||In this episode, we interview our friend, Artemis, a competitive shooter, who shares insights into IDPA and US...
Maryam Abolfazli
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gun control - Mental health - Finding common ground |||In this episode, we chat with Maryam Abolfasli, a Democratic congressional candidate for Tennes...
Will Hancock - Sapper Gentleman
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Being a good steward - Cowboy action shooting - Voting against your best interests |||In this episode, the lads sit down with Will Hancock, also known...
John Correia - Active Self Protection
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Religious fitness - Defensive education - Being a good person |||In this episode, John Correia, founder of Active Self Protection, shares his journey ...
Texas Dane
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
European gun ownership - The Danish military - Dude's obsession with Norse runes |||In this episode, we interview our friend, @Texas_Dane, a former me...
Matt Larosiere - Fuddbusters Part 2
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Goofy gun marketing - Patreon questions - Keeping your sense of humor |||Join us for the second episode in out 2 episode hangout with Matt from Fuddbu...
Matt Larosiere - Fuddbusters Part 1
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Good work - Bad laws - Every finger on the trigger |||In this episode, Matt Larosiere from Fuddbusters joins us for part one of two as we talk about h...
Jonathan Wild - Wild Arms Research and Development
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
GO FAUST YOURSELFIn this episode, the lads sit down with self-taught rocket surgeon, Jonathan Wild. Jonathan is the brains behind Wild Arms Research a...
Karl Kasarda and Russell Phagan - InRange TV
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Woodland Brutality and more!Check out Panther City Tactical for AR parts, accessories, gear and more! Don't forget to use code: ABETTERWAY for 10% off...
April Wong
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Online training - Women's EDC - Letting the meat rest |||In this episode, we sit with our friend April Wong, co-founder of the Training Arena, to disc...
Steve - Tractor Boy
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rock and roll - Green berets |||In this episode, we sit down with our new friend Steve from the band Tractor Boy. Steve reached out to us with the gen...
Cozz Actual
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Movie consulting - Teaching cops - Disparities in the gun community |||In this episode we sit down with Cozz Actual (@cozz_actual) to talk about his p...
Ian Runkle
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Firearms law - Self defense |||In this episode, Jordan is outed as having no idea who Ian was when they first met in Vegas. Luckily for Jordan, Ian is...
David Yamane
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bridging the divide in the gun debate |||In this truly insightful episode with Professor David Yamane of Wake Forest University, we dive into the conc...
Mark Oknyansky - Liberal Gun Club
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The myth of voting against your best interests |||Mark Okunyansky, President of the California chapter of the Liberal Gun Club, joins The A Better Way...
Episode 53: Cornell Lewis
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Armed community patrols - Activism - Knowing when not to turn the other cheekIn this episode, we dive into Cornell Lewis's journey as a community acti...
Episode 52: Hunter Cayll
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cryptids - Conspiracies - Shooting with no hands |||In this episode, we are joined by Hunter Cayll, also known as @nohandedshooter on IG. Hunter gives...
Episode 51: Warren Stoddard
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Motorcycles - Volunteer warfighting |||In this episode, we sit down with Warren Stoddard to discuss everything from how he got into building and ridin...
Episode 50: Andrew and Jordan
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anti-militia bills - Girl dads - Diving into hell |||In this episode with just the two of us, we discuss a myriad of topics like the newly proposed an...
Episode 49: Eddie Jeffries - Unity Gun Club
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Challenging stereotypes - Improving the community - Being inclusive around prejudices |||In this episode, Eddie "E.J." Jeffreys from Unity Gun Club an...
Episode 48: Dan - Grizzly Medical
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stopping the bleed - Getting quality training - No pants room clearing |||In this episode, we sit down with Dan from Grizzly Medical to learn the "how...
Episode 47: Scott - Modern Samurai Project
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Red dots - Jiu-Jitsu - Training for when it counts |||In this episode we get to sit down with Scott Jedlinski from Modern Samurai Project to talk abou...
Episode 46: Tyler - Dark Winter Concepts
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Skills and gear - Having the right mindset - Neighborhood prepping |||In this episode, Tyler from @darkwinterconcepts joins us to delve into the nuanc...
Episode 45: Andrew and Jordan
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chest rigs - Lessons learned - Finding time to train after having kids |||We discuss Jordan's first time shooting competitively at InRange TV's Woodla...
Episode 44: Alissa Azar
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gonzo Journalism - Right-wing violence - The risks of reporting |||Alissa Azar is an independent journalist in the Pacific Northwest who is not only w...
Episode 42: Chris - Hoodneck
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Breaking stereotypes - Hunting hogs - Dealing with haters |||HoodNeck was one of the first pages we found in this space so we were super pumped to get...
Episode 42: Leah Del Castillo - The Tactical Unicorn
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Women in airsoft - Double standards - Bathrooms in the woods |||In this episode, we sit down with the one and only Leah Del Castillo aka The Tactical ...
Episode 41: Margaret Killjoy
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Honor - Responsibility - Arming those who benefit the most |||Join us as we sit down with host of Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff and Live Like The Wor...
Episode 40: British Eddy
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shady hotels - Drone Scares - Providing aid to the Ukrainian front |||In this episode, Jordan drives to Rhode Island to hang out with Eddy, a friend o...
Episode 39: Andrew and Jordan
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Spanking - Our first public event - Kids seeing your gun for the first time |||Join Jordan and Andrew as they discuss A Better Way 2A's first public ...
Episode 38: Stephen Gutowski - The Reload
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Emotional reporting - Skewed gun stats - Keeping the media reliable |||Join us as we sit down with writer, CNN contributer, and founder of The Reload:...
Episode 37: Queer Armorer
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Getting up to speed - Temporary wound cavities - Hating us 'cuz they ain't us |||Join us this week as we sit down with Queer Armorer to talk about bei...
Episode 36: Annette Evans - On Her Own
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jiu-Jitsu - Living a full life - Safety as an independent woman |||Join us as we sit down with Annette Evans from @onherownlife to talk about gun owne...
Episode 35: Tom Nguyen - LA Progressive Shooters
15 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The gun owner boom - Teaching out of necessity - Hate from within |||In this episode, we sit down with Tom Nguyen from L.A. Progressive Shooters to ch...