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The 2nd is For Everyone (2A4E) podcast

The 2nd is For Everyone (2A4E) podcast

By Tony Simon

We welcome all people regardless race, gender, political party, sexual orientation or background to learn about your 2nd Amendment civil rights and many facets of firearms ownership. We discuss legislation, gear, guns, training and gun culture while having a good time.
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Episode 71: Not My Apocalypse

The 2nd is For Everyone (2A4E) podcast Mar 29, 2020

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Episode 98 The Long Awaited Episode

Episode 98 The Long Awaited Episode

Welcome to 2024 and the new season of the 2A4E Podcast. We discuss SHOT SHOW 2024, the Great American Outdoor Show and the Ambassador Academy. I give a introduction to the Ocaso Knives Solstice. I give advice on what rifle to choose a your first one, I give a Mad Minute rant and Shout Outs.
Mar 18, 202401:07:52
Fired Up! Ep 97

Fired Up! Ep 97

I'm laughing this episode without any more tweaks, delays or issues.
Enjoy the interview with Justin from Fenix Ammunition and more.
Sep 30, 202302:11:15
Arizona 2A Rally experience Ep96

Arizona 2A Rally experience Ep96

This episode we chronicle the adventure that is me traveling to Phoenix AZ to disk at the 10th Annual 2nd Amendment Rally. I interviewed fellow speaker, podcaster, content creator and advocate Rhonda Mary and interview with 2nd Amendment advocate, new mom and pin up model Lauren Liberty. I also have a Tactical Concepts about the open carrying of firearms at the rally and a Shout Out.
Feb 20, 202301:22:22
Episode 95 The Great American Outdoor Show 2023

Episode 95 The Great American Outdoor Show 2023

I visit the NRA'S Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg PA, the State of the Union Address, an interview with Dave from Hipoint Firearms and more.
Feb 16, 202301:50:03
SHOT Show 2023

SHOT Show 2023

This is SHOT Show 2023 the firearms industry trade show in Las Vegas NV. I discuss as much as I can about the trip to LV, who we saw, what we did with two interviews. We also discuss legislation that happened while I was at SHOT and the 2 weeks afterward. I hope you enjoy the podcast
Feb 08, 202301:34:05
Episode 93 Massive Non-compliance

Episode 93 Massive Non-compliance

We're discussing the ATF's pistol brace ruling, a defensive gun use that went viral and we're going to SHOT Show 2023.
Jan 15, 202301:11:55
Happy Holidays/New Year 2023 ep 91

Happy Holidays/New Year 2023 ep 91

This episode spans the end of 2022 and the first week of 2023. It covers a lot of news that happened and is happening now. I also give an update on the Ruger SR22 22lr pistol. We have the usually rants and a shout out to 2A advocacy organizations that are winning in court on a weekly basis.
Jan 09, 202301:45:49
Episode 90 Gun control's racist roots

Episode 90 Gun control's racist roots

We're encompassing the month of November in this episode. It includes election results, run down of the work done in October and November, an interview with Joe Morse of "The Shooting in the Woods" podcast and "Shooting Gallery NE" on YouTube. We also discuss training with Joe during Training Concepts. In Gun Culture I discuss the firearms community's need to beware of false advocates and more. It's a fun show. Enjoy.
Nov 27, 202201:49:40
Man on Fire : Episode 89

Man on Fire : Episode 89

This took forever to drop. I apologize. It contains rants about gun reviews and reviewers that lie to viewers, review of the SIG P320 line of handguns, the upcoming election, legislation and a Shout Out to 2A heavy lifters.
Nov 08, 202201:16:19
Episode 88 Are you ready to fight?

Episode 88 Are you ready to fight?

In this episode I ask if Americans are ready to fight against their civil rights bring taken using the lie of "for your safety" by politicians and anti-gun advocates. We discuss bipartisan support for 2A rights, review the Kershaw Shuffle 2 folding knife, discuss trends in the firearms industry, a Mad Minute and a Shout out to our 2A4E volunteers.
Aug 14, 202258:08
Episode 87 Bamboozled!!!

Episode 87 Bamboozled!!!

This episode has been delayed being released for too long. It's been months since episode 86 and episode 87 was recorded multiple times. I included those in this episode. We're discussing the government of the Ukraine giving firearms to citizens, recent active shooters, the SCOTUS ruling on the 2nd Amendment and more.
Jul 04, 202201:31:30
Episode 86 SHOT Show/GAOS

Episode 86 SHOT Show/GAOS

This episode is about what I did and saw at the 2022 SHOT Show, firearms industry trade show in Las Vegas and the Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg PA. I have an interview with FN America about their new Browning Hi Power. Thank you all that support us and the work we do.
Mar 06, 202202:01:12
Episode 85 Happy New Year!! 2021 year in review

Episode 85 Happy New Year!! 2021 year in review

Happy New Year! I'm going to have segments that were recorded but not released in this episode. In this podcast I interview with Jon Anderson, media director of the Nebraska Firearms Owners Association after the first 2A4E Diversity Shoot in Omaha. Discuss what you need when selecting an "Apocalypse Gun", discussion on the Kyle Rittenhouse case, Alec Baldwin shooting and the Kim Potter shooting, Shout outs to many organizations and people and more.
Jan 01, 202202:11:24
Episode 83 Independence Day

Episode 83 Independence Day

Happy Independence Day! On this episode we are discussing America's birthday, the people that signed the Declaration of Independence, my recent purchase of a Bear Creek Arsenal 7.62x39 AR upper, jumping to conclusions before asking questions, why should you train and more. Also another Mad Minute that's wel over a minute (I've got to buy a watch.).
Jul 05, 202101:18:50
Episode 82: Road Head, 3,000+ miles of rolling commentary
Jun 06, 202101:39:22
Episode 81 Rise up!

Episode 81 Rise up!

We discuss the announcements from anti-gun politicians and how their proposed legislation would have little to no effect on mass shootings, gang violence or suicides. Divisiveness inside the 2A movement and the firearms community. Run down of recent 2A4E Diversity Shoots and shout outs to our volunteers.
Apr 25, 202101:32:39
Cowboy Up! Episode 80

Cowboy Up! Episode 80

It's time to Cowboy up, take the reins and start advocating for your civil rights. We discuss upcoming legislation, fighting divisiveness from outside the firearms community and divisions in the firearms community. Why should the firearms community reach out to the non-stereotypical firearms owner? I review the Henry Repeating Arms Big Boy Steel .357 Magnum lever action carbine, discuss firearms manipulation and give shout outs. This episode also contains what may be the longest Mad Minute I've ever recorded.
Feb 22, 202101:25:13
Episode 79 It's a Trap!

Episode 79 It's a Trap!

This week we're discussing recent events, the NRA's bankruptcy, crazy 2A legislation, I review the Winchester 1300 and a Shout Out to my friends at CNJFO.
Feb 13, 202101:33:24
Episode 78 Join the Resistance

Episode 78 Join the Resistance

This episode was recorded post election and is about what firearms owners can do to ensure that their rights aren't taken away. It is also post January 6th and the breach of the Capitol. I also review the Pre B CZ75 9mm handgun. Do not panic. Don't believe everything you read or hear. Fight for your rights regardless of political affiliation.
Jan 11, 202101:07:07
Episode 77 Super Woke

Episode 77 Super Woke

We discuss the newest fallout from the pandemic, being Super Woke. Talk about the choosing of Amy Coney Barrett as a Supreme Court justice. Discuss the virtual 2nd Amendment Rally and I review the Honey Badger folding knife. I also launched the November Giveaway! The Vickers Guide AR15 Vol. 2 limited edition.
Nov 03, 202001:20:43
Episode 76 Civil War

Episode 76 Civil War

In this episode I discuss America's next Civil War, Kyle Rittenhouse and Breonna Taylor. I review the High Tower Armory 90/22 bullpup chassis for the Ruger 10/22. I announce our "Lovetron" tee shirt contest. And a shout out goes to all of the volunteers that have made the 2A4E Diversity Shoots possible.
Oct 17, 202001:42:51
Episode 75 Divide and Conquer

Episode 75 Divide and Conquer

There is more divisiveness being pushed upon Americans through politicians, the mainstream media and social media networks. I discuss some of the issues that have been used to weaken our country. I discuss Grandmaster Jay and the NFAC militia and his ridiculous assessment of the AR15. I review a Kershaw knife and I give a Shout Out to The Locked & Loaded Latinos podcast.
Aug 29, 202001:00:04
Episode 74 Haters gonna hate

Episode 74 Haters gonna hate

I discuss upcoming Federal antigun legislation, pro freedom win in Oklahoma and the murder of an unarmed citizen in Georgia. I start the hater's parade with a Gear Whore review on the Hi Point 995WC 9mm carbine and follow it with a discussion of American Gun Chic's album and gun bunnies.
May 29, 202056:06
Episode 73 The AR15 for Home Defense

Episode 73 The AR15 for Home Defense

This episode I discuss using the AR15 ,"America's Rifle ", as a defensive firearm to protect you and your family. I discuss the "just as good" mentality versus anything other than the best "will get you killed in the streets " mentality. I discuss ammo, barrel length and stocks. I also recommend where to find training material you can view at home. I compare a Bravo Company BCM Mk2 upper to a Palmetto State Armory Premium build and give a shout out to Matador Arms and all our Canadian friends who believe in the right to keep and bear arms.
May 03, 202001:21:20
Episode 72 Snitches get stitches

Episode 72 Snitches get stitches

I discuss how a side effect of the Coronavirus is it reveals the snitches in your social circle. It also reveals the true nature of local, state and federal officials and their feelings about the Constitution. I review my Glock 19 Gen 2 9mm handgun. I discuss firearms training while quarantined and a shout out to Anthony Colandro.
Apr 13, 202001:10:40
Episode 71: Not My Apocalypse

Episode 71: Not My Apocalypse

I refuse to accept the current crisis as my Apocalypse. Episode 71 is about what we can do as firearms owners to welcome new people, use available resources during the quarantine to educate ourselves and others while stopping current anti-gun legislation. I discuss firearms and ammo choices, blogs, YouTube channels and podcast that are useful and more. Enjoy the show.
Mar 29, 202001:27:22
Episode 70: The Return

Episode 70: The Return

The podcast is back! The 2019 Minuteman Challenge Chip Holder Championship results,, the DC 2A Rally, SHOT Show 2020, mad minutes, The Yankee Marshal collaboration, new sponsors and more.
Feb 20, 202001:15:29
Episode 69 "Fight Back"

Episode 69 "Fight Back"

We are tired of the victim mentality and helplessness the media and politicians propagandize after every mass shooting. We aren't lambs waiting for the government to save us. We're Americans, people that have done amazing things when we stand against evil. We talk about how to fight back this episode even against "pro gun" people that want to placate both sides.
Aug 23, 201901:14:08
WE'RE BACK.... AGAIN!

WE'RE BACK.... AGAIN!

Quick update on what's happening with us and the our absence. New episodes coming this week.
Aug 21, 201909:49
Ep 68 Happy Birthday America! You Racist!

Ep 68 Happy Birthday America! You Racist!

"Happy birthday America, you racist!" is episode 68. We're addressing the attempts in social media and mainstream media to get Americans to lash out at each other based on race, gender, sexual orientation and gender. We're also addressing normally anti-gun media attempts at redirecting the racist history of gun control in America without ever mentioning the burden that the Democratic party must bare. Our Gear Whore segment is about the Hunting Tactical Super Sixty and more.
Jul 14, 201901:48:21
Episode 67 "FN Timber Creek "

Episode 67 "FN Timber Creek "

"FN Timber Creek" is episode 67 of the 2nd is For Everyone podcast. Join us and Matt from Timber Creek Outdoors as we talk about the firearms accessories they produce.I talk about the FN America range day, why some people only want combat veterans as their self defense firearms trainer our Mad Minute and more.
Jul 07, 201901:26:42
Ep 66 "YEET CANNON!"

Ep 66 "YEET CANNON!"

We tell you about the latest 2nd is For Everyone: Diversity Shoot, talk about legislation in Washington state that will effect many other states, the NRA and it's issues. We introduce you to Hunting Tactical's Super Sixty 22 LR rifle, talk about the internet phenomenon "the Yeet Cannon " and the mass shooting that wasn't.
Jun 27, 201901:38:58
Episode 65 "FU New Jersey "

Episode 65 "FU New Jersey "

Episode 65 is entitled "FU New Jersey " because the Garden State is stomping on our civil rights all the while telling citizens they are making us safer. We're interviewing the 2018 Minuteman Challenge Chip Holder Champion, Jesse Stratowski, we review the Force X Design Venom grip and more.
Jun 20, 201901:34:29
Episode 64 "The Poors"
Jun 17, 201901:22:38
Ep 63 " But did you die?"

Ep 63 " But did you die?"

In this episode we are back at Cobra One Tactical in Great Meadows NJ interviewing Vincent from Gunsitters. I also talk about the health emergency that I suffered while training in St. Louis Missouri with NOC Training. We talk about training above your skill level and I give feedback on the High Tower Armory MBS 95 chassis for the Hi Point 995 9mm carbine.
Jun 06, 201958:49
Hi Point will rule them all Ep 62

Hi Point will rule them all Ep 62

We discuss the High Tower Armory MBS chassis for the Hi Point 9mm carbine, new firearms legislation, lessons about the use of force, the place budget firearms have in the firearms community and give away a knife from our newest podcast sponsor.
May 19, 201901:32:35
Ep 61 Celebrity Firearm Trainers

Ep 61 Celebrity Firearm Trainers

We're discussing last weekend's Costa Ludas CET1 carbine class ,with Chris Costa, at Cobra One Tactical in Great Meadows NJ. I review the Modern Materiel MOD MAT ACE AR15 I used in the class. What would your loadout be if your went to Venezuela? A Mad Minute and more.....
May 14, 201901:59:26
Episode 60 Post NRAAM 2019

Episode 60 Post NRAAM 2019

Episode 60 is our post NRAAM 2019 show. Sean and I discuss the people, places and things that we saw in Indianapolis at the National Rifle Association Annual Meeting.
May 12, 201945:45
Episode 59 Why is the AR15 America's rifle

Episode 59 Why is the AR15 America's rifle

If you are going to the NRAAM in Indianapolis please take time out to vote for Anthony Colandro for NRA Board of Directors in Rooms 201 and 202. In this episode we talk about the AR15 and what's the difference between AR lowers, how to set up ARs for home defense. We talk about chicken franchises and more.
Apr 21, 201901:31:47
episode 58 If you aren't adding you're subtracting

episode 58 If you aren't adding you're subtracting

We discuss upcoming legislation, using YouTube as a training aid, I review the Aim Surplus BDG EXO bolt carrier group for the AR15 and we talk about gun owners that are slacking. That and more on this episode.
Apr 16, 201901:19:47
episode 57 Live from Cobra One Tactical

episode 57 Live from Cobra One Tactical

We are live at Cobra One Tactical in Great Meadows NJ. We talk to Dan from Cobra One about their range, review the Kabar BK3 Tactical knife, discuss recent firearms legislation, talk about what would be out 80s Miami Vice firearms loadout (stolen from Handgun Radio) and more.
Apr 09, 201956:05
2nd Amendment heavy lifters -ep56

2nd Amendment heavy lifters -ep56

We discuss 2nd Amendment rights advocates that continuously fight for our rights. I review the GI charging handle for AR15 rifle and compare it to other more expensive charging handles. The Mad Minute is about online patriotism compared to 2A heavy lifters, we have a knife discussion and more.
Apr 01, 201901:33:37
Security is a feeling Ep 55

Security is a feeling Ep 55

We talk about security being a feeling more than an absolute. I review a Surefire Sidekick keychain flashlight, we discuss lessons learned from the New Zealand massacre, learning how to operate various firearms and more.
Mar 24, 201901:31:42
Thinking makes my head hurt- ep 54

Thinking makes my head hurt- ep 54

We discuss critical thinking in firearms purchases and training, talk about the recent attacks in New Zealand and the book "Praying Safe " by Grant Cunningham and Joshua Gideon. I review the famous Kabar utility knife and we talk about recent positive firearms legislation.
Mar 18, 201901:47:03
Your Go Bag will get you killed in the streets ep 53

Your Go Bag will get you killed in the streets ep 53

We discuss why anyone would need a Go Bag/Get Home bag. We talk about this in general terms and discuss some of the basics about putting one together, this isn't a class or a "everything you ever need to know" episode. We discuss upcoming firearms legislation and more. Enjoy the show.
Mar 10, 201901:26:01
Episode 52 - Diversity Shoot Live

Episode 52 - Diversity Shoot Live

Today's podcast is the preshow to the February 28th 2nd is For Everyone: Diversity Shoot at Gun For Hire range in Woodland Park NJ. We have Rob Bermudez from the " March on Murphy " in the studio to talk about the upcoming rally and Anthony Colandro, owner of Gun For Hire range, host of Gun For Hire Radio who is running for NRA Board of Directors.
Mar 01, 201947:48
Episode 51 Your EDC Sucks!!!!

Episode 51 Your EDC Sucks!!!!

We discuss the Benchmade and Surefire political donations to certain anti-gun legislators, a ridiculous article in Recoil magazine about your carry gun, discuss our Every Day Carry and more.
Feb 26, 201901:38:06
Episode 50 Great American Outdoor Show

Episode 50 Great American Outdoor Show

We discuss our trip to the Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg PA, the Mad Minute is about the NRA and being a 2A advocate, shout out to REAL public servants and more.
Feb 25, 201901:30:22
Road Rules - Harrisburg

Road Rules - Harrisburg

Day one at the Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg PA. Talking about Timber Creek Outdoors, Cold Steel, Hi Point, SIG, NRA-ILA and more.
Feb 04, 201913:43
ep49 Winter Warriors

ep49 Winter Warriors

We're discussing positive firearms legislation, review the Streamlight Pro Tac HLX, talk about med training, a heroic nurse and more.
Feb 03, 201901:20:58