Making Shooters Better
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!
Making Shooters Better
From 5th Special Forces to the White House: Before Delta, There Were Rare Men Like John Allen
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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 presidents, his insights into the evolution of politics, and the importance of awareness and training in personal safety. John shares anecdotes from his time with President Reagan, the challenges faced by law enforcement, and the pressing issue of human trafficking. The conversation emphasizes the need for contingency planning, understanding vulnerabilities in public spaces, and the role of technology in training. John concludes with practical advice on becoming a hard target and the significance of being aware of one's surroundings.