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Making Shooters Better is where real shooter stories turn into smarter training and preparation for everyone. Each episode dives into the journeys, wins, and lessons of competitors, instructors, and innovators from across the firearms world.
Hosted by Terry Vaughan—former British Royal Marine Commando, Top Shot competitor, and firearms instructor—this show delivers more than talk. You’ll get the mindset, methods, and motivation to train sharper and perform better, on and off the range!
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Recent Episodes
S1E15 17 Years Old. World Record Holder. Here’s How She Trains.
In this episode of Making Shooters Better, host Terry Vaughan interviews Olivia Albertson, a 17-year-old collegiate shooter who has made significant strides in the competitive shooting world. Olivia…
S1E14 Before Chaos Unfolds: Inside the Mind of a U.S. Army Intelligence Officer
In this episode of Making Shooters Better, Terry Vaughan sits down with Jay Graves, former U.S. Army HUMINT and SIGINT Intelligence Officer, to unpack what real situational awareness actually looks…
S1E13 Breaking the Fear Barrier: Helping Women Take Their First Shot
In this episode, Terry Vaughan speaks with Michelle Camp, the head of Armed Women of America, about her journey from a casual shooter to a leader in the firearms community. They discuss the…
S1E12 Why Self-Defense Tools Won’t Save You—and What Actually Will
In this episode of Making Shooters Better, host Terry Vaughan speaks with Brian Martin, a former paratrooper and 30-year law enforcement officer, about the critical importance of preparedness in…
S1E16 From 5th Special Forces to the White House: Before Delta, There Were Men Like John Allen
In this episode of Making Shooters Better, host Terry Vaughan interviews John Allen, a seasoned expert in threat assessment and personal safety. They discuss John's extensive experience advising…
S1E11 What TOP SHOT Didn’t Show You: Pressure, Personality, and the Breaking Point of Shooters
In this episode of Making Shooters Better, host Terry Vaughan is joined by Colin Gallagher, a fellow TOP SHOT competitor. They discuss their early experiences with shooting, the motivations behind…
S1E10 He Didn’t Hesitate: Inside a Life-Saving Moment at the ALERRT Conference
In this episode, Terry Vaughan sits down with D. Austin-Johnson, a patrol officer he personally witnessed taking decisive action to help save a life during a medical emergency at this year's ALERRT…
S1E9 Accuracy Under Fire: What Policing, Trauma, and Real Stress Reveal About Survival
In this episode of Making Shooters Better, Terry Vaughan sits down with Tim Pearce, a former law enforcement officer whose career in South Central Los Angeles placed him face-to-face with violence,…
S1E8 From Flat Range to Real Life: Training Shooters for Chaos
In this conversation, Terry Vaughan and Mike Willis delve into the critical aspects of instinctive response training for shooters, particularly in high-pressure situations. They discuss the…
S1E7 The US Pilot Who Bought a Russian Jet... And Reinvented Firearms Training
In this engaging conversation, Terry Vaughan speaks with Mike Farrell, an airline pilot and firearms training innovator. They discuss Mike's late start in shooting, the impact of 9/11 on aviation and…
S1E6 Conquering Self-Doubt in Competition
When pressure hits, even champions get shaky. Olympic shooter Gabby Franco opens up about battling nerves, self-doubt, and the moment that changed how she measures success. In this conversation with…
S1E5 Empowering Women in Firearms Training
In this engaging conversation, Candy Pedicord shares her journey into the world of firearms training, emphasizing the importance of empowering new shooters, especially women. She discusses the…
S1E4 Always Forward: Strategies for Resiliency & Personal Growth
In this episode, Terry Vaughan, Kristen Wilson Day, and Michael DeGraeve discuss Michael's journey from military service to overcoming addiction and finding purpose through fitness and community.…
S1E3 The Importance of Dry Fire Training for Shooters
In this episode of Making Shooters Better, host Terry Vaughan, co-host Kristen Wilson-Day, and guest Matt Hickman discuss a range of topics, including Matt's journey from law enforcement to his role…
S1E2 Honoring the Fallen – Eric Torres' Mission
In this second episode, Terry Vaughan and Kristen Wilson Day welcome Eric Torres, a retired Green Beret and co-founder of the Memorial Valor Foundation. They discuss Eric's journey from military…
S1E1 How to Develop Your Shooting Skills with Kristen Wilson Day
In this debut episode of Making Shooters Better, former Royal Marines Commando and TOP SHOT Season 4 competitor Terry Vaughan sits down with Kristen Wilson Day — competitive shooter, firearms…
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Making Shooters Better has published 15 episodes since October 2025, covering topics in Education, Self-Improvement.
Making Shooters Better is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 58m.
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