The Urban Defense Podcast
Welcome to the Urban Defense Podcast, featuring discussion on firearms, concealed carry, self-defense, the law, and much more. Designed to inform, educate, and increase your success in a critical incident; with your hosts Duane Urban and Andrew Saller.
Duane is a veteran law enforcement officer, police/civilian firearms instructor, firearms enthusiast and collector (with many years of experience), and the owner of Urban Defense LLC. His bio can be found on the Urban Defense website
https://urbandefense.org/staff
Andrew is a criminal defense attorney and partner at Saller, Lord, Ernstberger, and Insley; handling all forms of criminal defense, including firearm self-defense cases. Additionally, Andrew is an executive member of Maryland Shall Issue. His bio can be found on the firm’s website https://www.sallerlaw.com/andrew-saller
Episodes
25 episodes
2025 Maryland Gun Laws - Did We Survive??
Duane and Andrew give a final update on the 2025 Maryland Legislative Session; what passed and what to look out for next session. This is Season 2 Episode 8.2A Maryland link for info and language on all bills.https://2a...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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3:58
Breaking Down the Maryland Glock Lawsuit - What it Means for You
Duane, Andrew, and Vinnie discuss the lawsuit that Maryland has filed against Glock. This is Season 2 Episode 7.Glock USA Websitehttps://us.glock.com/enGlock Austria Website (Model 18c)https://eu.glock.com/e...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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13:43
Maryland's 2025 Legislative Session: Key Changes and Implications
Duane, Andrew, and Vinnie give an update on the 2025 Maryland Legislative Session; what has changed and what to be wary of. This is Season 2 Episode 6.2A Maryland link for info and language on all bills.https://2a...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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21:25
Edged Weapons - Why 21 Feet?
Duane, Andrew, Vinnie, and Gevenny discuss the "21 Foot Rule" in law enforcement, and its applicability to self defense when confronted with an attacker with an edged weapon. This is Season 2 Episode 5._______________...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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9:38
Rapid Fire Trigger Activators - Are they LEGAL?
Join Duane, Andrew, Vinnie, and Gevenny, as they discuss the law in Maryland as it applies to "Rapid Fire Trigger Activators." This includes Bump Stocks, Binary Triggers, Switch/Auto Sears, etc. This is Season 2 Episode...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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11:30
Long Gun Open Carry Incident in Maryland - What the Law Says
Join Duane, Andrew, Vinnie, and Gevenny, as they discuss the recent AR-15 open carry (in vehicle) incident/audit in Hagerstown, Maryland on January 11, 2025. Pay attention! Knowing the law is critical. This is Season 2 ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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36:12
Maryland HQL and Assault Weapon Ban case UPDATES
Join Duane and Andrew, as they discuss the Maryland HQL and "Assault Weapon" Ban litigation. This is Season 2 Episode 2More info:HQLhttps://www.nraila.org/articles/20240823/en-banc-fourth-circuit-uphol...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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9:38
New Gun Laws Maryland- PAY ATTENTION!
Join Duane and Andrew, as they go through several relevant NEW gun laws proposed in the 2025 Maryland Legislative Session. (Links Below)This is Season 2 Episode 1HB171https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2025RS/bills/hb/hb0171F...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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26:40
Maryland Firearm Laws and Deadly Force Discussion - Responding to Viewer Questions & Comments
Join Duane, Andrew, Vinnie, and Gevenny, as they respond to viewer questions/comments discussing the law, self defense, and other gun related topics. This is Season 1 Episode 16._______________________________________...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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53:36
Reacting to Internet Videos - Happy Halloween!
In this very special Halloween episode we react to several internet use of force videos and some funny ones as well. We also discuss the proper use of self defense as it applies to Maryland law.Happy Halloween. Keep those great comments...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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32:31
The BEST Carry Handgun | Is the Luger BETTER than the 1911... What else should I consider??
In this episode we discuss carry handgun choice.With all the options and misconceptions out there, it's important to be well informed when it comes to the handgun/caliber you intend to carry for self defense.This is Season 1 Epi...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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57:37
Maryland State Police Legal Advisory Email - May 2, 2024
Duane and Andrew discuss the advisory email sent by the Maryland State Police with an effective date of October 1, 2024.To learn more about Urban Defense LLC, please visit the Urban Defense website https://urbandefense.org/_________...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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9:09
Everyday Carry Essentials: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Duane and Andrew are again joined by special guests Vincent Noto and Gevenny Gamboa. In this episode we discuss everyday carry items; such as: holsters, flashlights, tasers, and much more. This is information you need to know if you intend to c...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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53:58
Baltimore Security Guard Gets Carjacked / Thieves Get Free Gun
Duane and Andrew are again joined by special guests Vincent Noto and Gevenny Gamboa. In this bonus episode we discuss the recent carjacking of a Security Guard in Baltimore City, resulting in the theft of her car and firearm. A link to the news...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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9:48
Road Rage Shooting Incident: Taneytown, Maryland - July 4, 2024
Duane and Andrew are again joined by special guests Vincent Noto and Gevenny Gamboa, to discuss the tragic July 4th road rage shooting/deadly force incident in Taneytown, Maryland.Vincent is the owner of On Site Protection, which provid...
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54:14
Maryland Deadly Force/Self Defense Pro Tips and Discussion
Duane and Andrew, along with guests Vinnie Noto and Gevenny Gamboa, discuss the law as it applies to deadly force and self defense in Maryland.To learn more about Urban Defense LLC, please visit the Urban Defense website https://urbande...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:02:51
What is the Urban Defense Podcast
Duane and Andrew discuss the importance of the Podcast and staying informed to protect yourself physically and legally.To learn more about Urban Defense LLC, please visit the Urban Defense website https://urbandefense.org/__________...
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Season 1
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2:18
Supreme Court Bump Stock Ruling! What does it mean for Maryland?
Duane and Andrew briefly discuss the recent Supreme Court Bump Stock ruling, with a cautionary note for Marylanders.To learn more about Urban Defense LLC, please visit the Urban Defense website https://urbandefense.org/_____________...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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3:55
Survival Skills Series: Protecting Yourself After A Deadly Force Incident
Duane and Andrew are joined by special guest Vincent Noto, to discuss what to do and how to protect yourself after a shooting/deadly force incident. Vincent is the owner of On Site Protection, which provides security services in Ma...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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55:55
Maryland State Police Legal Advisory Email - May 2, 2024
Duane and Andrew discuss the advisory email sent by the Maryland State Police on May 2, 2024.To learn more about Urban Defense LLC, please visit the Urban Defense website https://urbandefense.org/____________________________________...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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18:58
2024 Maryland Legislative Session: Video 3 - Live Seminar with Senate Bill 1 & HQL Litigation Update
Duane and Andrew film the podcast for re-broadcast in front of a live audience during one of our Legislative Update Seminars. In this episode, we discuss the end of the 2024 Maryland Legislative Session; what passed, what did...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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1:04:31
2024 Maryland Legislative Session & HQL Update: Episode 2
Duane and Andrew, joined by regular guest Andre McDonald, discuss the 2024 Maryland Legislative Session post Crossover Day and give an update on the Maryland HQL litigation.Special guests; MD National Committeewoman, political analyst ,...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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1:10:51
The Fight for the Second Amendment - National Litigation and Maryland Update
Our returning guest attorney Andre McDonald talks about national Second Amendment Litigation, as well as joins in on the discussion about the 2024 Maryland Legislative Session.Andre is the founder and principal attorney at the McDonald ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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1:07:17
Maryland Legislative Session Series: 2024 MD Legislative Session Video 1 and HQL Litigation Update
Our returning guest attorney Andre McDonald talks about the current status of the HQL litigation, as well as joins in on the discussion about the 2024 Maryland Legislative Session.Andre is the founder and principal attorney at the McDon...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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44:35
Survival Skills Series: The Importance of Emergency Trauma Care
Our special guest Jerry Heins talks about the importance of Emergency Trauma Care in a critical incident and in general.Jerry is a military veteran, retired police officer, and retired career firefighter/paramedic. During his time in la...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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49:24