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Episode 104 was a fun one. We were joined by our friend Rob from @madsciencetactical and kicked things off with some New Business, catching up on what everyone has been shooting, testing, building, and messing with lately. Darius gives his thoughts after getting more time behind his M&P with the Dimebag porting and, maybe even more importantly, his Staccato is finally back. Josh talks about testing Staccato remanufactured ammo, a simple but awesome 3D-printed paster dispenser, and the TandemKross Manticore X lower receiver. Rob jumps in with some of what he has been working with too, including Spec Mud lube and his experiences with new pistols from Tisas and BUL Armory. Of course, Episode 104 was also the night of our big MacBroz giveaway. Huge thanks to @welikeshooting, @madsciencetactical, @otistechnology, and @osightworld for helping us put together some awesome prizes, and congratulations to @amazingjsports on the win! We also threw out an idea that could be a lot of fun for 2027: Should @macbroz host a competition shoot after @guncon? A chance to get creators, brands, friends, and the community together after the convention for some friendly competition sounds pretty damn good to us. Let us know if you’d be interested. Support the Companies Supporting Our Journey Get your Civ Medical Training at: https://l1nq.com/g8k601h (Coupon Code: MACBROZ) Store your pews and protect your investment with Pew.Locker: https://l1nq.com/59160yg Save with BOP10 at Brownells Save with JAYWETH15 at Tag Precision Save with JAYWETH at Gideon Optics Save with JAYWETH at Leisure Carry Belts Save with MACBROZ at Mad Science Tactical

The MacBroz are taking it back to the ’90s with a little Pokémon talk—because who didn’t grow up trying to catch ’em all? Then Josh and Darius break down their latest United States Concealed Carry League match results. They discuss what went well, where they struggled, what they learned, and the areas they need to improve before the next competition. Darius shares an update on his new M&P featuring Dime Bag porting from Monsoon Tactical and a special custom Cerakote finish. Josh also gives the latest on his Staccato CS project, including porting from Pew Pew CNC and a new optic from Gideon Optics. The guys also get into the practical value of competition shooting. Matches provide a real litmus test for your skills, expose weaknesses that may not appear during normal range sessions, and force you to perform outside your comfort zone. Improvement requires staying humble, accepting where you fall short, and putting in the work instead of remaining comfortable. Plus, we explain how to enter the MacBroz giveaway. You have two chances to win: Enter for one prize through www.themacbroz.com, or join us LIVE for Episode 104 on August 7, 2026, for another chance to win. You must be watching the live show to claim the live giveaway prize. Support the Companies Supporting Our Journey Get your Civ Medical Training at: https://l1nq.com/g8k601h (Coupon Code: MACBROZ) Store your pews and protect your investment with Pew.Locker: https://l1nq.com/59160yg Save with BOP10 at Brownells Save with JAYWETH15 at Tag Precision Save with JAYWETH at Gideon Optics Save with JAYWETH at Leisure Carry Belts Save with MACBROZ at Mad Science Tactical Pokémon, ported pistols, match lessons, and plenty of unapologetically authentic conversation—it’s Episode 103 of The MacBroz Podcast.

This week, the MacBroz are running on fumes—but that might actually make the episode better. We put our handgun opinions to the test with a blind-ranking pistols game, forcing ourselves to place each pistol before knowing what was coming next. As expected, there were questionable decisions, instant regret, and plenty of arguments over where each gun belonged. We also catch up on a few of Darius’ projects that are finally headed home, including his M&P with Dime Bag porting from Monsoon Tactical and his Staccato C, which has been with the Doctor at Mad Science Tactical for some much-needed triage and maintenance. Plus, we explain how to enter the MacBroz giveaway. You have two chances to win: Enter for one prize through www.themacbroz.com, or join us LIVE for Episode 104 on August 7, 2026, for another chance to win. You must be watching the live show to claim the live giveaway prize. We’re two tired dads recording at the end of a long workweek, so the laughs get a little loopy—but that’s part of the fun. Sit back, enjoy the chaos, and let us know how badly we messed up the pistol rankings. Support the Companies Supporting Our Journey Get your Civ Medical Training at: https://l1nq.com/g8k601h (Coupon Code: MACBROZ) Store your pews and protect your investment with Pew.Locker: https://l1nq.com/59160yg Save with BOP10 at Brownells Save with JAYWETH15 at Tag Precision Save with JAYWETH at Gideon Optics Save with JAYWETH at Leisure Carry Belts Save with MACBROZ at Mad Science Tactical

MacBroz Show 101 – New Guns, Medical Gear & Your Questions Answered Episode 101 is all about Ask The MacBroz! You submitted the questions, and we’re answering them. Did Jay really buy a Stealth Arms Platypus? What did Darius do to his Staccato C with the Mad Scientist? We also got our hands on Pew.Locker and Civilian Medical 1 gear—thanks to Shawn from We Like Shooting—and share our initial thoughts. We also get into: • When we’re finally going to shoot USPSA • The ammo we use and recommend • The different porting setups we’ve tried • Why we continue trusting Monsoon Tactical • The one gun Jay wanted most from GunCon Authentic opinions, questionable decisions, and plenty of MacBroz nonsense. Drop your next question in the comments and it may make the next Ask The MacBroz episode. Support the Companies Supporting Our Journey Get your Civ Medical Training at: https://l1nq.com/g8k601h (Coupon Code: MACBROZ) Store your pews and protect your investment with Pew.Locker: https://l1nq.com/59160yg Save with BOP10 at Brownells Save with JAYWETH15 at Tag Precision Save with JAYWETH at Gideon Optics Save with JAYWETH at Leisure Carry Belts Save with MACBROZ at Mad Science Tactical

This week we’re celebrating 100 episodes of the MacBroz Podcast with one of our favorite conversations yet. Shawn Herrin joins us to talk about far more than firearms. We dive into what success actually looks like, why money isn’t the best measure of achievement, and what it takes to build something that genuinely serves the Second Amendment community. We also discuss: * Why every responsible gun owner should pursue medical training * Smarter ways to track and organize your firearm inventory * Creating tools and resources that help others * Building a brand with purpose instead of chasing views * Lessons learned from years in the firearms industry * Our Episode 100 giveaway announcement Whether you’re a new gun owner, competitive shooter, content creator, or simply passionate about the 2A community, this episode is packed with practical advice and honest conversation. Support the Companies Supporting Our Journey Get your Civ Medical Training at: https://l1nq.com/g8k601h (Coupon Code: MACBROZ) Store your pews and protect your investment with Pew.Locker: https://l1nq.com/59160yg Save with BOP10 at Brownells Save with MACBROZ at NDZ Performance Save with JAYWETH15 at Tag Precision Save with JAYWETH at Gideon Optics Save with JAYWETH at Leisure Carry Belts Save with MACBROZ at Mad Science Tactical

In Episode 99 of the MacBroz Show, Josh and Darius dive into the world of competition shooting and have an honest conversation about where they are right now as competitors, content creators, and gear nerds trying to keep the momentum going. We talk through the highs and lows of competing, whether we are starting to feel burnout, and what it has been like switching between USCCL, USPSA, and everything in between. From stage planning and performance expectations to gear changes, pistol setups, mistakes, lessons learned, and trying to figure out what actually matters, this episode is a real look at the journey. We also get into what we are competing for, what motivates us to keep showing up, and whether anything needs to change moving forward. Are we chasing placement? Skill growth? Content? Community? Or just trying to stay consistent while still enjoying the process? This one is for anyone who competes, wants to compete, has felt stuck, or has ever wondered if changing gear, divisions, matches, or mindset is the answer. As always, we are just two best friends talking life, firearms, competition, and the journey of getting better.