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Building the Basics

Building the Basics

By: JM
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This podcast is dedicated to helping prospective and first-time firearm owners in the decision-making journey by defining and discussing the terms and concepts that you will encounter in the firearms community to empower you to ask the right questions and determine what works best in your scenario. We want to make the process much more consumable while removing any and all anxiety or uncertainty from your perspective.2024
Episodes
  • Kenrick Illidge - Home Based FFL, owner of On Point Arms LLC
    Mar 5 2026

    We're back! We are grateful to be joined by Kenrick Illidge, owner of On Point Arms LLC. He is an FFL who also conducts CHP, pistol, and rifle/carbine training at all levels. With 7 years in the industry as well as being an Air Force veteran, Kenrick brings his personal and professional experiences to this discussion of the what a home based FFL is and why working with a home based FFL might be the right choice for you to buy your next firearm.

    You can browse the inventory of On Point Arms at: www.onpointarmsllc.com
    You can check out On Point Arms on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/on_point_arms_llc

    To email us or provide feedback: info@buildingthebasicspodcast.com

    To visit us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildingthebasicspodcast/

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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • Kate Giddins - New Hampshire State Director for Women for Gun Rights
    Oct 1 2025

    Join us today as we talk with Kate Giddins, New Hampshire State Director for Women for Gun Rights. Learn about Kate's background and her firearms journey coming from Australia, the outreach opportunities that exist in Women For Gun Rights, the importance of women being involved in the firearms community, and so much more!

    To learn more about Kate, listen to her podcast "Gun Stories for Girls", and explore Women For Gun Rights, visit the below links:

    www.joanofarms.com


    www.womenforgunrights.org

    To email us questions or provide feedback:

    info@buildingthebasicspodcast.com


    Visit us on Instagram:

    https://www.instagram.com/buildingthebasicspodcast/

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Introduction To Hunting
    Aug 20 2025

    In this episode, we are joined by Andrew Kappel to discuss the many facets of hunting. With more than 15 years of experience, Andrew will help new hunters understand the process of getting your hunter certification, get you thinking about different types of prey, what gear you need on different types of hunts, dressing the animal, and more!

    To email us questions or provide feedback:
    info@buildingthebasicspodcast.com


    Visit us on Instagram:
    https://www.instagram.com/buildingthebasicspodcast/

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    1 hr and 28 mins
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