With Deadly Force Podcast

About With Deadly Force Podcast

With Deadly Force explores firearms, training, use of force, and the judgment required when lives are at stake. Hosted by Scott Reitz—a former LAPD SWAT officer, co-founder and lead firearms instructor of International Tactical Training Seminars (ITTS), and a use-of-force expert qualified in state and federal courts—the podcast brings together candid conversations with firearms industry leaders, law enforcement professionals, and other guests with exceptional experience and perspectives. Drawing on decades of instruction and his own experience in five officer-involved shootings ruled justifiable, Scott examines the practical, legal, and human dimensions of armed encounters. Episodes explore lessons learned, the responsibility of carrying a firearm, and the stories behind the people who train, serve, and lead. Learn more at WithDeadlyForce.com

Publisher

International Tactical Training Seminars, Inc.

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

11 Apr 2020

Latest episode

30 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

1 of 24 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   30 Sept 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Episode 13: Interview with Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney Michael Michelena

   Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney Michael Michelena shares insights on deadly force realities, shooting investigations, and the emotional aftermath of justified shootings in this interview.

2. 

   8 Sept 2025

   Season 2, Episode 1: Interview with ITTS Co-Founders Scott Reitz & Brett McQueen

   We're back! After a long hiatus, we are happy to be bringing the Podcast back and we've got some great guests lined up. First up is a conversation with the co-founders of our Firearms and Tactics school. This episode is a great way to get familiar with who we are and what we do! Scott and Brett shed light into how ITTS got started, what our core principles are, who and how we teach, and what we're planning for the future. Enjoy the episode! WDF Podcast inquiries: podcast@w...

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   9 Nov 2021

   Episode 11: Guns in Movies | Rust Shooting | Interview with Hollywood Prop Masters

   Episode 11 covers a timely subject matter following the tragic shooting that occurred recently  during the filming  of Alec Baldwin's movie 'Rust'.  We have an in-depth conversation with two highly experienced Hollywood Prop Masters and Armorers about how guns are used in movies and TV shows.   Karl Weschta, VP of Independent Studio Services (ISS prop house) and Donnie Bruno, a highly experienced armorer who has worked on countless films including John Wick and Transformers, offer their industry knowledge about the vast, complex and challenging world of using guns in movies as well as their open and honest views about safety on Hollywood sets. Among the many topics discussed are industry firearms safety protocols in prop houses and on production sets, how prop guns, blanks and dummy rounds are designed, function and used in films, whats the difference between a prop master and armorer, what training/level of experience is required to become a prop master and armorer, what is currently known about the 'Rust" shooting, details about the 1993 Brandon Lee (Bruce Lee's Son) shooting that resulted in his death, as well as many more firearms-specific film industry insights.  This episode is an absolute must listen for anyone who wants to better understand how firearms are used in Hollywood. Enjoy the episode! WDF Podcast inquiries: podcast@withdeadlyforce.com WDF Podcast website: www.withdeadlyforce.com (http://withdeadlyforce.com/) ITTS Firearms training inquiries: info@internationaltactical.com ITTS Firearms training website: www.internationaltactical.com (http://internationaltactical.com/) Copyright 2021 International Tactical Training Seminars, Inc.

Inside a recent episode

Episode 13: Interview with Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney Michael Michelena

Published 30 Sept 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] And even though we're a very small unit, there's only five or six of us at a time, and If right now something really bad happened and an officer was shot, we would all text each other, hey, this just happened. You know, you get cleaned up, get dressed, and head out to the command post and meet up with the detectives. […]

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

80 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

8 ratings

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