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Richard Helppie's Common BridgeEpisode 217- Exploring Firearm Regulation: A Conversation with Ryan Busse, Author of 'Gunfight'Ever wonder how the proposed assault weapons ban might reshape our society? Or question how common sense could be applied to the Second Amendment? Join us as we welcome back Ryan Busey, author of "Gunfight", for a compelling discussion on these topics and more. We reflect on the societal norms set by the 1994–2004 ban and explore bipartisan-supported policies such as universal background checks and setting a higher minimum purchase age for semi-automatic rifles. Exploring the intricacies of firearm regulation, we draw insightful parallels between car and gun ownership. We scrutinize the NRA's surprising history of supporting regulations aki...2023-07-2346 minRichard Helppie's Common BridgeEpisode 216- Unpacking America's Gun Culture: A Conversation with Ryan Busse, Author of 'Gunfight'Peel back the curtain on the divisive discourse around guns and gun laws in America with my captivating conversation with Ryan Bussey, author of the book Gunfight. As an experienced outdoorsman, hunter, conservationist, and influential figure in the firearms industry, Ryan’s insights promise to reshape perceptions and prompt critical thinking. His rural upbringing on a ranch has deeply shaped his views on gun responsibility, providing him a unique vantage point to discuss the breakdown of norms within the firearms industry.We crack open the tactical firearms market, exploring its rise and the targeted demographic — largely young men...2023-07-1646 min