Behind the Holster

About Behind the Holster

Behind the Holster is the official Concealed Coalition podcast hosted by nationally recognized firearms instructor Jody Picou, with regular appearances from cohosts Yates Crawford and Matt Wheeler. Each episode delivers practical, real-world insight into responsible gun ownership, concealed carry training, firearms safety, CCW laws, and everyday protection strategies—told by the instructors who train thousands of Americans each year. Whether you’re preparing for your first concealed carry class, want to understand your state’s CCW requirements, or simply want to become a more confident and capable protector, this podcast breaks down the topics that matter most: holster safety, defensive mindset, de-escalation, generational gun misinformation, parenting and firearms, common CCW mistakes, home-defense fundamentals, and real stories from the training range. Our mission is to educate, equip, and empower citizens with the knowledge and skills needed to carry responsibly. Each episode is designed to cut through confusion, debunk myths, and provide clear, actionable guidance on how to train smarter and stay safer—whether you carry daily or are just beginning your journey. If you're searching for concealed carry tips, firearms training advice, CCW law insights, or expert-backed gun safety information, you've found your home. Tune in, learn from the best, and get Behind the Holster. New episodes available on YouTube and all major podcast platforms.

Publisher

Concealed Coalition

Category

education · education · leisure

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

14 Jan 2026

Latest episode

5 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

10 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Oct 2026

   Concealed Carry and Bathroom Breaks: Where Does Your Gun Go?

   Every concealed carrier eventually faces the same question: where does the gun go when you have to use the bathroom? In this episode of Behind the Holster, host Jody Picou, a Concealed Coalition master trainer with more than 13 years of experience, is joined by Austin Davis, Concealed Coalition's National Director of Training, to talk through one of the most routine and least planned parts of carrying a firearm every day. Austin treats bathroom breaks as a system rather than a list of tips, ...

2. 

   14 Sept 2026

   Alcohol and Firearms: What Happens If You Use Your Gun After Drinking

   Host Jody Picou is joined by Austin Davis, Concealed Coalition's National Director of Training, for a conversation on one of the most frequently asked questions in concealed carry classes: what happens when alcohol and firearms intersect. Davis has been a commissioned police officer since 1995, holds more than 45 instructor certifications, and has spent over 30 years teaching crime prevention to law enforcement, corporations and private citizens. State law on carrying with alcohol in your sy...

3. 

   18 May 2026

   Open Carry vs. Concealed Carry — Why Carrying Concealed Is the Safer Choice

   Behind the Holster Episode 8 with Jody Picou and Matt Wheeler tackles the open carry vs. concealed carry debate. Concealed Coalition trains on concealed carry, and both hosts come into the conversation skeptical of open carry as a civilian choice. They also open the episode with a real invitation. If you carry open and have an argument they haven’t heard, you can come on the show as a guest to make the case directly with them. Matt builds the case for concealed carry across several angles. A...

4. 

   27 Apr 2026

   Is the Legal Justice System Designed for the Good Guy?

   In this episode of Behind the Holster, Jody Picou and Matt Wheeler take on one of the most consequential questions in concealed carry: is the legal justice system designed for the good guy? Matt — a former law enforcement officer with years of experience training concealed carriers — gives a direct answer: no. And the reasoning behind that answer is something every person who carries a firearm should understand long before they ever need to use it. Matt opens with Blackstone’s formulation, t...

5. 

   13 Apr 2026

   Carrying with or without a Round in the Chamber: What You Need to Know

   In episode 6 of Behind the Holster, Jody Picou and Yates Crawford — both Concealed Coalition trainers — tackle a common concealed carry question: should you carry with a round in the chamber? The hosts offer differing views, making for an engaging and candid discussion. This episode is sponsored by Kangaroo Carry Holsters, makers of U.S.-made shoulder holsters. The conversation begins with historical context. Israeli carry — no round in the chamber, or Condition Three — was adopted by the Is...

6. 

   24 Mar 2026

   Concealed Carry in New York: Permits, Legal Risks, and Why Gun Owners Need to Vote

   In this episode of Behind the Holster, Jody Picou is joined by New York-based concealed carry instructor KC Brown — along with fellow trainers Matt Wheeler and Yates Crawford — to challenge one of the most common assumptions in the firearm community: that New York is impossible to navigate as a gun owner. KC Brown has trained hundreds of students across New York State, and he brings a grounded, experience-backed perspective on what the permit process actually looks like, what the legal risks ...

7. 

   25 Feb 2026

   What Every Gun Owner Should Understand About Reciprocity and Permits

   In this episode of Behind the Holster, Jody Picou, Matt Wheeler, and Yates Crawford break down one of the most misunderstood topics in firearm ownership: reciprocity. They explain what reciprocity means, how concealed carry permits are recognized across state lines, and why gun owners must stay informed about changing laws when traveling. The discussion also explores the differences between constitutional carry and permitless carry, and why obtaining a permit – even in states where it’s not r...

8. 

   11 Feb 2026

   Firearm Laws and Drug Use: Understanding the Legal Gray Area

   In this episode of Behind the Holster, Jody Picou, Matt Wheeler, and Yates Crawford tackle a complex and timely legal issue: a Supreme Court case examining whether habitual drug users should be allowed to possess firearms under federal law. The conversation centers on 18 USC 922(g)(3) and the core problem surrounding it – “habitual user” has never been clearly defined. Our team explores how that ambiguity affects lawful gun owners, especially those prescribed pain medications or other control...

9. 

   29 Jan 2026

   School Safety and Firearms: What Training Should Teachers Have?

   Welcome back to Behind the Holster, the official Concealed Coalition podcast. This week, we’re discussing a controversial topic – should teachers be allowed to carry firearms in schools? In this episode, Jody Picou and Matt Wheeler dive into North Carolina’s House Bill 193, which allows teachers in private schools to carry concealed firearms. Using their real-world training experience and perspective as parents to young children, they break down what the bill does and the important questions ...

10. 

    14 Jan 2026

    Introduction to Behind the Holster – A Concealed Coalition Podcast

    Welcome to the very first episode of Behind the Holster, a podcast dedicated to practical firearm training, concealed carry, and responsible gun ownership – without the politics. In this inaugural episode, host Jody Picou, a 13-year veteran in the firearm training industry, is joined by Concealed Coalition leaders Matt Wheeler and Yates Crawford to explain the purpose of the podcast and who it’s designed for. Together they draw from years of real-world safety training and experience educating...

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.7 / 5

3 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

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