This episode Eric and Aaron discuss some unique gear not normally reserved for a Gear and Mindset show.  

Eric then tells a story about a contentious confrontation with a colleague at a work training event.  This builds around basic managing unknown contacts, but we sometimes have to manage known contacts that could turn into an actual self defense situation.  

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The Tactical Twins, Jason Bieler and The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra and Tim Alexander/Fata Morgana

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EVOSEC Originusa.com AFFILIATE LINK

Tenicor – www.tenicor.com they are educators, and innovators in the holster market.  They are firearms instructors themselves, pressure testing their gear in multiple force on force events every year.  We support those who do the work.  

Please visit our new sponsor Training Ground at https://thetrainingground.life  Training Ground offers top notch trianing in Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Tang Soo Do and Firearms.  An environment where learning is paramount for both students and instructors.  

Again, patronizing our sponsors helps us greatly. 

This episode we have Sarah Hauptman from PHLSTER holsters.  Sarah and her husband John have created some of the most innovative concealment gear in the industry.  PHILSTER is most well-known for their market disrupter – the Enigma deep concealment system.  But they offer many more brilliantly designed holsters and accessories.  Further, they teach courses in Concealment Mechanics in person and they offer videos and resources on their website with a breadth of knowledge to help ANYONE conceal their pistol better and more comfortably. 

See all they have to offer at:

https://www.phlsterholsters.com

Intro and Outro Music by:

The Tactical Twins, Jason Bieler and The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra and Tim Alexander/Fata Morgana

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EVOSEC Originusa.com AFFILIATE LINK

Tenicor – www.tenicor.com they are educators, and innovators in the holster market.  They are firearms instructors themselves, pressure testing their gear in multiple force on force events every year.  We support those who do the work.  

Please visit our new sponsor Training Ground at https://thetrainingground.life  Training Ground offers top notch trianing in Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Tang Soo Do and Firearms.  An environment where learning is paramount for both students and instructors.  

Again, patronizing our sponsors helps us greatly. 

Aaron Jannetti   KCC – Knife Control Concepts - 

Knife Control Concepts | Defensive Training | Self Defense | Endeavor Defense and Fitness, Ohio

@knifecontrolconcepts

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This show is a long time coming, Eric has been tracking what awesome work Aaron has been doing for several years, and frankly we should have had him on the show a long time ago.  Just recently Eric was able to attended his instruction module at the storied Combatives Summit back in Sep 2023.  Aaron teaches people how to deal with a knife attack using methods that are reductionist in nature, they stand up to legitimate pressure testing and are based on proven wrestling techniques that everyone should add to their tactical acumen.  In addition to his work with knife defense, he is also a JiuJitsu coach, a fitness coach, and an accomplished firearms instructor as well, Owner/Lead Instructor at Endeavor Defense and Fitness.  For everyone looking to improve in their personal safety, Aaron's coursework should be at the top of your list.  

Per the show Aaron has a special code for his:

KCC1: Foundations of Control

Coupon code. 25% off, use evosec at checkout. Link to the course is below. 

https://endeavordcf.thinkific.com/courses/kcc1foc 

Intro and Outro Music by:

The Tactical Twins, Jason Bieler and The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra and Tim Alexander/Fata Morgana

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EVOSEC Originusa.com AFFILIATE LINK

Tenicor – www.tenicor.com they are educators, and innovators in the holster market.  They are firearms instructors themselves, pressure testing their gear in multiple force on force events every year.  We support those who do the work.  

Please visit our new sponsor Training Ground at https://thetrainingground.life  Training Ground offers top notch trianing in Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Tang Soo Do and Firearms.  An environment where learning is paramount for both students and instructors.  

Again, patronizing our sponsors helps us greatly. 

This episode we're excited to have Aaron's Jiu Jitsu coach Mat Reyna on from Training Ground in Tulsa, OK.  We had a great conversation about humility, ministry, and the continuing EVOLUTION as a student and instructor.  We're excited to introduce Training Ground as our new show sponsor and to announce the official partnership of EvoSec and Training Ground - bringing firearms, weapons integration and combatives into Training Ground's multiple martial disciplines. 

Please visit https://thetrainingground.life for more information.  

Intro and Outro Music by:

The Tactical Twins, Jason Bieler and The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra and Tim Alexander/Fata Morgana

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Origin/Jocko Fuel – Bringing back American manufacturing, producing the best Jiu-Jitsu Gis on the market, Jeans, rash guards, and world class supplements to help you on the path.  Use EvoSec10 at checkout for 10% off, this helps us greatly. 

EVOSEC Originusa.com AFFILIATE LINK

Tenicor – www.tenicor.com they are educators, and innovators in the holster market.  They are firearms instructors themselves, pressure testing their gear in multiple force on force events every year.  We support those who do the work.  

Please visit our new sponsor Training Ground at https://thetrainingground.life  Training Ground offers top notch trianing in Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Tang Soo Do and Firearms.  An environment where learning is paramount for both students and instructors.  

Again, patronizing our sponsors helps us greatly. 

Evolution Security is Eric Davis and Aaron Davis specializing in self-protection education, defensive pistol and carbine, consulting, and weapons based grappling.  Their mission is to help those serious about protecting themselves and their loved ones become more capable though filtered information, recommended study, and highlighting their mentors who are the best in the field.  In addition, Eric and Aaron (twins) are musicians keeping with Musashi’s adage that martial artist should focus on art outside of the martial. 

This Gear and Mindset episode Eric and Aaron disuss their path accountability, gear recommendation follow ups, and the alarming effort by anti-armed citizen attorneys general to make Lake City manufactured ammunition off limits to civiilians.  

Intro and Outro Music by:

The Tactical Twins, Jason Bieler and The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra and Tim Alexander/Fata Morgana

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Origin/Jocko Fuel – Bringing back American manufacturing, producing the best Jiu-Jitsu Gis on the market, Jeans, rash guards, and world class supplements to help you on the path.  Use EvoSec10 at checkout for 10% off, this helps us greatly. 

EVOSEC Originusa.com AFFILIATE LINK

Tenicor – www.tenicor.com they are educators, and innovators in the holster market.  They are firearms instructors themselves, pressure testing their gear in multiple force on force events every year.  We support those who do the work.  

Please visit our new sponsor Training Ground at https://thetrainingground.life/locations.  Training Ground offers top notch trianing in Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Tang Soo Do and Firearms.  An environment where learning is paramount for both students and instructors.  

Again, patronizing our sponsors helps us greatly. 

Evolution Security is Eric Davis and Aaron Davis specializing in self-protection education, defensive pistol and carbine, consulting, and weapons based grappling.  Their mission is to help those serious about protecting themselves and their loved ones become more capable though filtered information, recommended study, and highlighting their mentors who are the best in the field.   In addition, Eric and Aaron (twins) are musicians keeping with Musashi’s adage that martial artist should focus on art outside of the martial. 

Sam Ferguson is a highly experienced Police officer with six years of service in Lexington, KY. He has been a combat sports enthusiast throughout his life, having trained in MMA, boxing, and Thai boxing.

While well-rounded in striking, he has made a name for himself as a skilled grappler. His journey began at 8 when he started wrestling, which he continues to coach at a high school level.

In addition to wrestling, Sam has also earned a blue belt in judo and a 1st-degree black belt in BJJ. Additionally, he has proven himself a top competitor, having medaled at No Gi Worlds as a purple, brown, and black belt.

As Sam shifted his focus to his career in law enforcement, his attention moved towards combatives and arrest tactics. As a patrol officer on the third shift, he earned a black belt in combatives.

He trained with renowned experts such as Paul Sharpe, Larry Lindeman, Craig Douglas, and Aaron Janetti. Thanks to his extensive combat sports background, he has been able to translate his knowledge and skills into practical and effective combatives training for his work as a police officer.

For more info and to check for classes from Sam @galocombatives on IG or their website:

Galo Combatives Group

Intro and Outro Music by:

The Tactical Twins, Jason Bieler and The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra and Tim Alexander/Fata Morgana

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EVOSEC Originusa.com AFFILIATE LINK

Tenicor – www.tenicor.com they are educators, and innovators in the holster market.  They are firearms instructors themselves, pressure testing their gear in multiple force on force events every year.  We support those who do the work.  

Again, patronizing our sponsors helps us greatly. 

Evolution Security is Eric Davis and Aaron Davis specializing in self-protection education, defensive pistol and carbine, consulting, and weapons based grappling.  Their mission is to help those serious about protecting themselves and their loved ones become more capable though filtered information, recommended study, and highlighting their mentors who are the best in the field.   In addition, Eric and Aaron (twins) are musicians keeping with Musashi’s adage that martial artist should focus on art outside of the martial. 

This show we have two extremely pivotal guest, Sarah Adams and Dave “Boon” Benton.  They are both survivors of the 2012 Benghazi, Libya attacks and are authors of the book, Benghazi Know Thy Enemy, A Cold Case Investigation.   Many will recall the book “13 Hrs in Benghazi” and the Benghazi attacks themselves.  Boon was one of the CIA GRS contractor whom went to the aid of Ambassador Chris Stevens and his staff at the Benghazi Consulate, and later defended the CIA Annex against al-Qa’ida terrorist.  Sarah was a CIA analyst and the on the ground targeter for the Benghazi CIA Annex.  Sarah was also a Senior Advisor to the US House of Representatives Select Committee on Benghazi. 

Contrary to popular media accounts, these attacks were not the result of an anti-Islam YouTube video per the Obama administration, these attacks were planned by hardened al-Qa’ida terrorist, with the Consulate attack ordered by the leader of AQ Dr. Ayman al-Zawahiri.  

In these attacks we lost four patriotic Americans:  Ambassador Stevens, Sean Smith, Tyrone “Rone” Woods, and Glenn “Bub” Doherty.  This investigation is to help bring these terrorist to justice. 

Links to book, audio book, how to train with Boon and more…

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The Tactical Twins, Jason Bieler and The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra and Tim Alexander/Fata Morgana

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EVOSEC Originusa.com AFFILIATE LINK

Tenicor – www.tenicor.com they are educators, and innovators in the holster market.  They are firearms instructors themselves, pressure testing their gear in multiple force on force events every year.  We support those who do the work.  

Again, patronizing our sponsors helps us greatly. 

Evolution Security is Eric Davis and Aaron Davis specializing in self-protection education, defensive pistol and carbine, consulting, and weapons based grappling.  Their mission is to help those serious about protecting themselves and their loved ones become more capable though filtered information, recommended study, and highlighting their mentors who are the best in the field.   In addition, Eric and Aaron (twins) are musicians keeping with Musashi’s adage that martial artist should focus on art outside of the martial. 

Merry Christmas Everyone!

This episode we have Chuck Haggard on for a long overdue 3rd time. We revisit the NPE Counter Robbery Class taught by Chuck, Cecil Burch, and Darryl Bolke.  Aaron attended this incredible class and we highly recommend you seek it out or contact them to host it in your town.  With Chuck’s decades long LE career he has up-to-date and deep knowledge regarding the terrible shape police retention, recruitment, and Training is in. He offers important actionable intel on this.  And for fun, just a little gun gear talk. 

Chuck’s world class instruction can be found at https://agiletactical.com

Chuck’s previous EvoSec episodes:

Episode 29 https://evosec.libsyn.com/ep-29-chuck-haggard-agile-training-and-consulting

Episode 34  https://evosec.libsyn.com/ep-34-chuck-haggard-2-riots-use-of-force-history

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The Tactical Twins, Jason Bieler and The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra and Tim Alexander/Fata Morgana

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EVOSEC Originusa.com AFFILIATE LINK

Tenicor – www.tenicor.com they are educators, and innovators in the holster market.  They are firearms instructors themselves, pressure testing their gear in multiple force on force events every year.  We support those who do the work.  

Again, patronizing our sponsors helps us greatly. 

Evolution Security is Eric Davis and Aaron Davis specializing in self-protection education, defensive pistol and carbine, consulting, and weapons based grappling.  Their mission is to help those serious about protecting themselves and their loved ones become more capable though filtered information, recommended study, and highlighting their mentors who are the best in the field.   In addition, Eric and Aaron (twins) are musicians keeping with Musashi’s adage that martial artist should focus on art outside of the martial. 

We spent this gear and mindset episode going over last minute gift ideas to get with Christmas cash or if someone asks what they should overnight you before the Christmas get together.  They also give a shout out to their friend and mentor Mike Brown for his excellent performance at the 2023 No Gi World Championship.  And we gave some long overdue accountability for our health and self defense paths.  

Links to gear discussed:

Carhartt Men's Storm Defender Relaxed Fit Lightweight Packable Jacket:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C4V5MC3C/?coliid=I1XLW5YOMYGNL1&colid=58MFP8P37WWM&ref_=list_c_wl_lv_ov_lig_dp_it&th=1&psc=1

Sordin Gel Cups:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084Q4D8D9?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

Howard Leight Ear Pro:

https://www.amazon.com/Howard-Leight-Honeywell-Amplification-Electronic/dp/B01G8POKMY/ref=sr_1_5?crid=KU64BQ7LO8SK&keywords=howard+leight+ear+protection&qid=1702522813&sprefix=%2Caps%2C178&sr=8-5

Howard Leight Gel Cups:

https://www.amazon.com/PROHEAR-Howard-Leight-Honeywell-Earmuffs/dp/B0822RGZH8/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=KU64BQ7LO8SK&keywords=howard%2Bleight%2Bear%2Bprotection&qid=1702522813&sprefix=%2Caps%2C178&sr=8-2-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1

Tenicor Zero Heavy belt:

https://tenicor.com/collections/apparel/products/zero-heavy-belt

Oakley Gas Can Standard Issue eye pro/sunglasses:

https://www.oakleysi.com/en-us/product/W0OO9014OGC?variant=888392558923

Car Gun Safe:

https://www.amazon.com/SnapSafe-Portable-Lock-Guns-Valuables/dp/B00W85Q9F0/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=1J0DLB3H9M7OL&keywords=car%2Bgun%2Bsafe&qid=1702523638&sprefix=car%2Bgun%2Bsafe%2Caps%2C126&sr=8-2-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1

Intro and Outro Music by:

The Tactical Twins, Jason Bieler and The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra and Tim Alexander/Fata Morgana

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WE ARE PUMPED TO HAVE A NEW AFFILIATE LINK FOR ORIGIN AND JOCKO FUEL!!!  Help support this show by purchasing any of your JiuJitsu gear, Jocko Supplements, books clothing and more... link below.

Origin/Jocko Fuel – Bringing back American manufacturing, producing the best Jiu-Jitsu Gis on the market, Jeans, rash guards, and world class supplements to help you on the path.  Use EvoSec10 at checkout for 10% off, this helps us greatly. 

EVOSEC Originusa.com AFFILIATE LINK

Tenicor – www.tenicor.com they are educators, and innovators in the holster market.  They are firearms instructors themselves, pressure testing their gear in multiple force on force events every year.  We support those who do the work.  

Again, patronizing our sponsors helps us greatly. 

Evolution Security is Eric Davis and Aaron Davis specializing in self-protection education, defensive pistol and carbine, consulting, and weapons based grappling.  Their mission is to help those serious about protecting themselves and their loved ones become more capable though filtered information, recommended study, and highlighting their mentors who are the best in the field.   In addition, Eric and Aaron (twins) are musicians keeping with Musashi’s adage that martial artist should focus on art outside of the martial. 

This episode we have the Jerry Wetzel on the show.  This is long overdue!  Eric has been interfacing with Jerry for close to 20 years via online forums like Total Protection Interactive and social media.  He is a wealth of knowledge in weapons integration into the combat sports model yet completely from the context in the street environment.  Jerry is a preeminent expert in reductionist solutions for dealing with a knife in the real world.  Some of our most important mentors credit him with building a lot of what they do, Paul Sharp, Cliff Byerly and many more, yet Jerry humbly states that the exchange was mutual. 

Just recently Eric finally was able to meet and train under Jerry at the Combatives Summit in Florida.  The material was outstanding, life saving information that is changing Eric’s approach to knife defense. 

For more info on Jerry:

Knife and Self Defense Training - Red Zone Threat Management (rzthreatmanagement.com)

centerlinegym.com

Intro and Outro Music by:

The Tactical Twins, Jason Bieler and The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra and Tim Alexander/Fata Morgana

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Origin/Jocko Fuel – Bringing back American manufacturing, producing the best Jiu-Jitsu Gis on the market, Jeans, rash guards, and world class supplements to help you on the path.  Use EvoSec10 at checkout for 10% off, this helps us greatly. 

EVOSEC Originusa.com AFFILIATE LINK

Tenicor – www.tenicor.com they are educators, and innovators in the holster market.  They are firearms instructors themselves, pressure testing their gear in multiple force on force events every year.  We support those who do the work.  

Again, patronizing our sponsors helps us greatly. 

Evolution Security is Eric Davis and Aaron Davis specializing in self-protection education, defensive pistol and carbine, consulting, and weapons based grappling.  Their mission is to help those serious about protecting themselves and their loved ones become more capable though filtered information, recommended study, and highlighting their mentors who are the best in the field.   In addition, Eric and Aaron (twins) are musicians keeping with Musashi’s adage that martial artist should focus on art outside of the martial.