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In my book "Seconds to Live or Die, Life-saving Lessons from a Former CIA Officer" I included a chapter discussing how to protect our...

As concealed carriers we have a responsibility that comes with the right to bear arms. Most deadly force encounters can be avoided...

In the words of OSS legendary instructor, William E. Fairbairn, "In close-quarters fighting there is no more deadly weapon than the knife....

While the advent of the internet posses its share of problems and can arguably be described as a culprit in the dumbing down of society...

How to remain calm under duress? It takes discipline, experience, and training. Discipline in putting knowledge into action. ...

Tim Larkin of Target Focus Training recently put out two videos featuring Ed Monk discussing facts about active shooters. I found his...

In the world of intelligence operations, we hold in high regard the officer who has good situational awareness. It's a rather broad term...

Your car. It can be your haven--or your grave. Situational awareness in your car is just as important as when you are walking down the...

Ever try to kick down a door locked with a deadbolt? It's easier than you would think. Anywhere between one and five kicks and you can...

"To be prepared for war is one of the most effectual means of preserving peace." --George Washington in his first annual address to the...

Tragedy struck this week in Arveda, CO when police mistakenly shot a Good Samaritan who had just shot a gunman who murdered another...

I heard a news story a couple of days ago about a father who accidentally shot his son. They were at the range and a hot piece of brass...

I do a good deal of traveling, domestically and overseas. Many times I have to travel to a city where I cannot carry a firearm or even a...

Ok, I am biased. I really like Headhunter Blades, and specifically, the Rat Training Package which I have reviewed in the past. I've...

What the hell is an AFAK? Easy, it's an "ankle first aid kit." The next question is why would you wear one? And that depends. You...

The International Spy Museum in Washington D.C. features "Spy Cast" which is a weekly podcast with various intelligence professionals....

Sometimes just a few seconds of situational awareness can obviate a huge problem. In this clip we can see how not paying attention can...

It can happen to you. You are on your commute and unexpectedly witness a violent act before your eyes. Do you intervene? What if the...

I saw this clip in the news. An 11 year-old girl was the target of a kidnapping. She resisted and the kidnapper was later arrested. He...

When we say the words "self-defense" we are already lagging in the OODA loop (Observe; Orient; Decide; Act). Self-defense by definition...