The TTPOA Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

On this episode we sit down with SOLGW and find out what is new with the the guys...!!!

https://www.sv3solutions.com/

On this episode we sit down with John Stamatopoulos and Peter Buchanan from SV3 Solutions.  SV3 Solutions began with a commitment to excellence in explosive breaching—a commitment that has evolved into groundbreaking training innovations over the past 18+ years. With a collective experience of 85 years in law enforcement and 70 years in SWAT operations, our three partners bring unparalleled expertise, having successfully executed over 3,800 tactical operations.

​Inspired by our mentor Rus Hart, founder of Rapid Entry Systems Technology Corp (R.E.S.T.) 1989, we embarked on a mission to continue the legacy of bringing explosive entry techniques to the law enforcement community. Rus Hart's encouragement upon his retirement fueled our growth, and since then, we have expanded our offerings to address evolving needs within the tactical and explosives community.

​With a strict adherence to excellence, SV3 Solutions caters to a global audience, providing specialized training to law enforcement, military, government agencies, and private industry partners. Our courses empower individuals to navigate high-risk situations with skill, precision, and confidence.

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On this episode we sit down with the TTPOA Sniper Cadre and discuss SNIPING and all things Sniper.  Mark Lang, Sean Harris, Mike Saxion and "The GOAT" Kelley Pirkle... These guys were a blast to sit down with and by far this was one of our favorite episodes to record.   

On this episode we sit down with Matt Pranka and Ben Stoeger.....  You just got to listen to the "Shit Show"....   Seriously on this episode Matt and Ben dive into competitive shooting in the tactical community and why we should be doing it.   Enjoy..!!

Sean Coldiron, served 15 years of his 21 years with the United States Border Patrol as a key leader with the full-time tactical team (BORTAC) in Tucson, Arizona.  Sean served the latter years of his service with BORTAC as the Deputy Commander.  Prior to the U.S. Border Patrol, Sean is a veteran of 2nd Bn / 75th Ranger Regiment.

https://www.ironclad-cs.com

On this episode we sit down with Ben Stoeger and discuss shooting and life.  Practical Shooting is still his life. He travels, trains, competes, teaches and improves both his own skills and his training methods. Things change fast in the competitive shooting scene and he like to stay on top of the changes in order to shoot his best and teach his students to be the best.

In 2005 he discovered the sport of Practical Shooting. This sport instantly became an addiction for him. He started training like it was his full time job and he got proficient quickly. He used dry-fire as his primary source of training and was able to make USPSA GM almost right away after starting competition.

By 2007 h started attending USPSA Nationals in an effort to learn how to shoot better and improve his skills. This is the most challenging event in USPSA to win and it took him years more of training to do so.

H began teaching other people to shoot in 2008. This started as a side gig at first but eventually it became his only occupation. In a few short years he was a traveling shooter/instructor and had published many of my ideas into a book series.

https://www.triarcsystems.com

On this episode we sit down with the Chris Reeves from TriArc Systems.  With a fervent interest for American war and weapons history, Chris Reeves founded TRIARC in September of 2013. As a former paratrooper, unit 1/505PIR in the 82nd airborne division, Chris’ military service of 14 years included two one-year combat tours in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Chris was specifically trained and developed a strong talent for problem solving and working with mission specific equipment. Leadership skills were acquired during his deployments to Iraq as Chris was a squad leader and platoon sergeant in the 4th infantry division. Faced with battleground hardships, he had to ‘charlie mike’ (continue mission), many times when challenges seemed insurmountable.
After being wounded overseas and receiving a Purple Heart, Chris retired from the military and remained in Texas to work in the firearms industry. He was finally able to converge all of his values to a specific task: fine tuning the modern AR weapon system. 

A RIFLEMAN’S WORK GUN IS HIS CLOSEST COMPANION AND EXTENSION OF SELF— IT IS THE MAINSTAY OF PAST AND PRESENT WARS. AND THE GREAT MEN OF AMERICAN HISTORY REALIZED THAT IN WAR, THERE ARE NO RULES. ONE MUST GO INTO DEADLY GROUND WITH NO-HOLDS-BARRED IF HE WANTS TO COME OUT ALIVE. WHEN SEEMINGLY INSURMOUNTABLE FORCES STOOD IN THEIR WAY, THEY KNEW THERE WAS NO WHERE TO GO BUT FORWARD. TRIARC CONVERGES THESE TRADITIONS WITH EXTENSIVE TRIAL AND RESEARCH TO ARM USERS WITH FUNCTIONALLY INNOVATIVE WEAPON SYSTEMS. ULTIMATELY, TRIARC BUILDS TOOLS THAT EMPOWERS INDIVIDUALS TO KEEP PUSHING FORWARD.

On this episode we sit down with The Former TTPOA President Graham Smith and totally embarrass him.  Graham as been a mentor, brother and leader to so many people throughout his long TTPOA career.  Thank you for everything you've done for us and we love you...

Graham has been with the Irving Police Department since 1990. He worked in the Patrol Div, Gang Unit and in 2001 he transferred to the Tactical Unit/SWAT where he served full-time for 18 years.  He is currently assigned as an academy training coordinator and serves as a Team Leader on SWAT.
He holds a BSCJ from Texas A&M Univ. Commerce, Master Peace Officer Certification. Completed TTPOA Basic and Advanced Swat Schools, FBI Basic SWAT School. Certified TTPOA Tactical Rifle Instructor, CRTC Urban Tactical Rifle Instructor, AR-15 & M-16 Colt Armorer, TTPOA Explosive Breacher, TCOLE Instructor and Firearms Instructor, Wall Banger Instructor, Ballistic Shield Instructor, Def-Tec :Less Lethal, Chemical Munitions, NFDD, O.C. Instructor.

PS....  Don't Be a Ding Dong

On this episode we sit down with new TTPOA board member Jake Labhart.  Jake is a former Army Infantryman, who upon leaving the military founded In Extremis Performance where he worked with law enforcement special operations units at the federal, state, and local level. Over the last 5 years he has worked exclusively with law enforcement special operations units to build human performance programs to optimize performance, readiness, and longevity.  He began developing research backed physical fitness tests and shooting assessments for operational units, as well as training pipelines.

Jake holds a Doctorate from Campbell University, and has continued to work with prior and active-duty military and law enforcement special operations units in an effort to deliver science and human performance in a way that enhances the end user’s combat effectiveness. He continues to work alongside some of the leading experts in the tactical industry, as well as human performance, to educate and maximize potential in the special operations community. 

Jake is currently on the Training Advisory Board for the TTPOA, and is initiating a human performance initiative across the state of Texas. Human performance subject matter experts with backgrounds in strength and conditioning, physical therapy, recovery, and diet are being brought in to teach specific to the job function of a LE special operations officer. Please check out the links below for more information on the courses, the sponsors, and contact Jake for any other questions. 

Event: https://www.ttpoa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1621074&group=  

Sponsored by: Hoist

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Jake Labhart: 

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @inextperformance

On this episode we sit down with Matt Smith of Dallas SWAT and discuss "No Knock and Knock & Announce" warrant service.  We understand that this is a hot topic in the current climate facing Law Enforcement and SWAT Teams across the country and we would like for you to make your own decision.

Matt has been with DPD for 22 years and a part of Dallas SWAT for over 17 years.  Matt has taught Basic SWAT, Advanced SWAT, Hazardous Warrant Entry, Hostage Rescue CQB, Advanced Hostage Rescue CQB, Tactical Firearms Training for the TTPOA.