Steve reflects on recent comments from California Governor Gavin Newsom, who appeared on the Shawn Ryan Show, where he claimed to be “not anti-gun” while receiving a California-compliant SIG Sauer P365 X-Macro as a gift. Newsom expressed support for the Second Amendment but reiterated his opposition to “large-capacity magazine clips” and “weapons of war,” sparking debate about his stance. Steve analyzes these remarks, delving into their implications for gun rights and safety, alongside a nuanced discussion on how socioeconomic factors, gun trafficking, and safety measures influence homicide rates.Join host Steve Zimmermann (@RangeMinded) for a 45-minute deep dive in Episode 284 of the Range Minded Podcast, titled “A Wolf in Sheepdog’s Clothing.” This episode tackles accidental deaths from swimming pools and firearms, plus a detailed look at firearm homicide rates in U.S. cities. Steve breaks down per capita death rates—0.58 for pool drownings vs. 0.16 for firearm accidents. He explores why a full top 100 city list for 2023 firearm homicides isn’t feasible yet, offering a sample of 10 high-rate cities, their mayors’ political affiliations, and the presence of “common-sense gun laws.”Engage with Steve on X (@RangeMinded) by sharing your safety measures or thoughts on Newsom’s comments—updates on 2023 data will follow there too.Host: Steve Zimmermann (@RangeMinded)Topics: Accidental pool drownings, firearm accidents, firearm homicides, city safety, gun laws, Gavin Newsom’s Second Amendment comments

Here we go again, shooters! The GOP promised to unshackle law-abiding gun owners from the NFA’s outdated red tape with the Hearing Protection Act and the SHORT Act. They had their shot in H.R. 1, the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” but on June 27, 2025, Senate Republicans rolled over as the Parliamentarian gutted these pro-2A provisions. Another betrayal, another range day stuck with ringing ears and $200 tax stamps. Join [Your Name] as we unpack how the GOP’s capitulation left suppressors and short-barreled rifles in bureaucratic limbo, why gun owners keep falling for empty promises, and what we can do to fight back. This is Range Minded—no fluff, just the truth for America’s shooters.Subscribe, share, and sound off in the comments! Have you been burned by GOP 2A promises?

Get ready for a hard-hitting episode of the Range Minded Podcast! In Ep. 281, host Steve dives deep into the latest on the Hearing Protection Act (HPA) and SHORT Act—two bills that could revolutionize suppressors and short-barreled rifles for gun owners. Will we finally ditch the NFA red tape? Plus, we unpack the shady talk of merging the ATF with the DEA—what’s the deal, and should we be worried about this bureaucratic power grab? From protecting your ears to dodging sleazeballs in suits, this episode is loaded with 2A insights, 10 pros, 10 cons, and a call to action for every shooter, hunter, and freedom-lover. Lock and load and join the fight for your rights!