Student of the Gun Radio

Author: Student of the Gun

Being a Student of the Gun is not about being a novice or beginner. Student of the Gun represents a life's journey of education, enlightenment and the enjoyment of firearms. Each week Student of the Gun will introduce our listeners to all manner of firearms related topics be they sport, recreation or personal defense. Unlike the television format, through the magic of digital radio, we will have the opportunity to explore topics more deeply rather than just give them a quick glance. Discussions will address both that which is current news in the firearms world as well as traditions and foundational principles. Student of the Gun, a beginner once, a student for life.
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Why 'Shoot Faster Than You Think' is Deadly | SOTG 1336
Friday, 3 April, 2026

Wanna hear the FULL Episode? Sign up for the Grad Program today! Most firearms trainers emphasize shooting faster, but what if that very rush is what's killing your skills? In this eye-opening episode, Prof. Paul, Jarrad Markel, and Louis Caras crack open the myth that speed alone makes you effective under stress. They reveal that rushing your shot not only leads to bad habits but can directly cause negligent discharges and deadly mistakes. Discover why mindset, tactical awareness, and deliberate skill-building outweigh mere speed. Learn how the brain perceives time differently in high-pressure moments and why training your body to automate actions is crucial for survival. The guys break down the hidden dangers of focusing on shot times and how to develop true decision-making 'white space', the mental bandwidth vital for shooting accurately when it counts. You'll explore practical tactics for retaining knowledge, confronting bad training habits, and using pressure tests, force-on-force drills, and cue-based instruction to elevate your performance. Plus, get an inside look at the latest optics innovations, like the new EOTech EFLX CE, and how to zero your sight for real-world use. TOPICS COVERED THIS EPISODE Huge thanks to our Partners: EOTech | Blackout Coffee Louis Caras joins us today! EOTech Talk - EOTechInc.com TOPIC: Circle vs Dot? Coffee Corner - studentofthegun.com/blackout [Use Code: STUDT20] TOPIC: New Book Release: Book of Five Rings Study Guide from Nic Orr SOTG Homeroom - SOTG University TOPIC: Speed Kills; Think before you shoot shoot-on.com