Tidal Wave Sight…the SHOT Show Cometh!

Tidal Wave Sight…the SHOT Show Cometh!

Author: Michael Bane January 14, 2026 Duration: 45:12

With the SHOT Show looming ahead like a massive tidal wave, Michael takes a a big breath to talk about the bizarre rise of radicalized middle-aged women, what's cool at SHOT…hopefully…and how the new suppressor market is emerging as Michael predicted.

MichaelBane.TV - On the Radio episode # 302.
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Host: Michael Bane
Producer: Flying Dragon Ltd.

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MTM Case-Gard

Luth-AR

Rock Island Armory

Hunters HD Gold

EchoCore Suppressors

Romancing the Resistance/Michael Smith, Unlicensed Punditry

Lifestyles of the Armed and Famished/MB

Diamondback Revolvers

Inland Manufacturing .22 Suppressor

Lyman Sonicore Suppressors

Ballistol Suppressor Cleaner

The Music of Smoove


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