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PDN Training Talk: April 2nd, 2020

March 31, 2020 By Barret Kendrick & filed under Blog, PDN Training Talk.

Join Barret Kendrick of Bearco Training and Deryck Poole of Echo Five Training at 6 pm Pacific/9 pm Eastern on Thursday, April 2nd, for their discussion with special guest Jeffrey Abraham. Jeff is a competitive shooter in many disciplines, a certified Intuitive… Read More

PDN Training Talk: February 6th, 2020

February 4, 2020 By Barret Kendrick & filed under Blog, PDN Training Talk.

Join Barret Kendrick of Bearco Training and Christopher Keller, tactical medic and instructor in the New Orleans area, at 6 pm Pacific/9 pm Eastern on Thursday, February 6th in their discussion on gunshots, stabbings, and emergency trauma care. What questions would you like to see answered?… Read More

Personal Defense Network’s Top 5 of 2019

December 30, 2019 By Barret Kendrick & filed under Blog.

These articles and videos were the most read and viewed of 2019! We are always interested in what our audience finds the most useful. If you missed these pieces, take a look now! If your favorite article or video is not on this list, let us know what it is… Read More

PDN Training Talk: December 5th, 2019

December 3, 2019 By Barret Kendrick & filed under Blog, PDN Training Talk.

Join Deryck Poole of Echo Five Training and Barret Kendrick of Bearco Training at 6 pm Pacific/9 pm Eastern on Thursday, December 5th. in their discussion on personal defense for the holidays. Of course, if you miss the live show, you can… Read More

PDN Training Talk: November 7th, 2019

November 5, 2019 By Barret Kendrick & filed under Blog, PDN Training Talk.

Join Deryck Poole of Echo Five Training and Barret Kendrick of Bearco Training at 6 pm Pacific/9 pm Eastern on Thursday, November 7th in their discussion on Concealed Carry, Guns, Cover Garments, and Training Considerations. Of course, if you miss the live… Read More

PDN Training Talk: October 3rd, 2019

September 30, 2019 By Barret Kendrick & filed under Blog, PDN Training Talk.

There are many cliches and sayings when it comes to personal defense training. Some are misapplied/misunderstood, and some need to stop being used altogether. Join Deryck Poole of Echo Five Training and Barret Kendrick of Bearco Training at 6 pm Pacific/9 pm… Read More

PDN Training Talk: September 5th, 2019

August 30, 2019 By Barret Kendrick & filed under Blog, PDN Training Talk.

While it likely isn’t the primary defensive firearm for most, the AR15 is a popular choice as a staged defensive firearm. Join Deryck Poole of Echo Five Training and Barret Kendrick of Bearco Training at 6 pm Pacific/9 pm Eastern on Thursday,… Read More

PDN Training Talk: August 1st, 2019

July 29, 2019 By Barret Kendrick & filed under Blog, PDN Training Talk.

Career law-enforcement officer and Taser instructor Jamie Onion will join Barret Kendrick and Deryck Poole on Thursday, August 1st at 6 pm Pacific/9 pm Eastern to discuss less-lethal tools for personal defense. We will cover items like the Taser, pepper spray, and more. Of course, if you miss the live… Read More

PDN Training Talk: July 11th, 2019

July 9, 2019 By Barret Kendrick & filed under Blog, PDN Training Talk.

Are you training for real-world self-defense? Are you evaluating your ability to apply those skills on demand? Join Deryck Poole and Barret Kendrick at 6 pm Pacific/9 pm Eastern on Thursday, July 11th for their discussion about reality-based training, the true meaning, and what to look for when signing up… Read More

PDN Training Talk: June 6th, 2019

June 4, 2019 By Barret Kendrick & filed under Blog, PDN Training Talk.

Join Deryck Poole and Barret Kendrick at 6 pm Pacific/9 pm Eastern on Thursday, June 6th for their discussion with special guest Jamie Onion. Jamie is a career law enforcement officer and instructor in the Ohio area. This week’s show is all about interacting with law enforcement while carrying a… Read More