The hosts discuss AI-based gun-detection systems that are being installed in some schools as an alternative to traditional metal detectors. These systems are intended to distinguish regular metal objects from firearms, but real-world performance has been problematic.

A school in Baltimore had major false positives, including an incident where police drew guns on a student because the AI flagged a bag of Doritos as a weapon. Another event involved officers pulling guns on multiple students, only to later find no firearm at all. The hosts argue that such technology creates a false sense of security, wastes public money, and may lead to dangerous overreactions by law enforcement.

They highlight concerns that relying on AI for critical decisions—when everyday devices like phones and GPS frequently glitch—is risky. They also joke about how students would intentionally test or defeat the system with items shaped like guns.

The conversation shifts to "smart guns" and automated tech in firearms, expressing distrust in systems that could malfunction, require updates, or depend on connectivity—especially when lives depend on them.

Next, the hosts cover a news story from Iowa, where gangs have developed a "lending library" of shared firearms used across multiple crimes. Two gang members received long prison sentences after investigators connected several shootings to the same shared guns. The hosts question the reliability of forensic claims about matching bullets or casings to a specific gun, noting variables like barrel temperature, ammunition type, and mechanical differences.

Throughout, the tone mixes serious critique with humor, skepticism about technology, and commentary on overregulation and the unintended consequences of tech-dependent policing and firearms restrictions.

The hosts of Eye on the Target Radio, Amanda and Rob, open the show with light banter about AI describing Rob as "unenthusiastic," which leads to humorous discussion about their personalities. They then shift to a local controversy in their small rural township, where proposed zoning changes attempted to restrict gun use, hunting, and even home and building designs. The proposals triggered strong community pushback, especially from gun owners, resulting in many of the controversial provisions being struck from the document. A newspaper article reported these rollbacks, but concerns remain because officials hinted that some regulations might be revisited in the future. Amanda describes ongoing civic engagement and upcoming township meetings.

The discussion then moves to national firearm policy, particularly the NFA (National Firearms Act). Rob explains confusion around current regulations, how firearms classifications have evolved, and the possibility that some NFA restrictions (like those on suppressors and short-barreled firearms) might be removed depending on court or legislative outcomes. They explore historical firearms, regulatory complexity, and lingering issues about what could realistically be deregulated versus what will likely remain heavily restricted.

The segment also includes ads and promos for firearms-related organizations, training programs, and safety initiatives.

Themes: Self-defense rights • Gun control laws • Public safety • Supreme Court cases

🔹 Self-Defense on Public Transit

• The show opens with a discussion about violent attacks on public transportation, referencing a Ukrainian woman killed on a bus and a recent stabbing of a pregnant couple in St. Louis.

• Debate centers on whether citizens should be allowed to carry firearms on buses and trains for protection.

• Missouri and Illinois legislators are reportedly considering changes to self-defense laws for public transport, pushed by activists Susan Myers and Rhonda Zell.

• Amanda reads an op-ed suggesting that if one lawful citizen on the bus had been armed, the tragedy might have been prevented.

🔹 Debate Over Defensive Gun Use

• The hosts highlight a Giffords Foundation article criticizing the rise in defensive gun uses (DGUs).

• Amanda and Rob argue that self-defense is a fundamental human right, contrasting this with what they see as attempts to shame lawful defenders.

• They reference the Daniel Penny case in New York (subway restraint death) as an example of punishing citizens who intervene.

• The hosts express frustration that people defending themselves are increasingly treated as criminals.

🔹 Gun Industry and Regulation

• Discussion shifts to Glock firearm lawsuits in California and potential design changes due to illegal weapon modifications.

• They speculate about a new "Gen 6 or 7" Glock, while questioning whether safety issues could repeat problems like those seen with the Sig P320.

• The conversation underscores broader concerns about liability and anti-gun activism in the legal system.

🔹 Media and Anti-Gun Messaging

• Amanda criticizes Psychology Today and the Ad Council for promoting "anti-gun propaganda," arguing they distort statistics.

• She points out that many studies define "children" as ages 0–24 to inflate firearm-related death numbers.

• The hosts accuse such organizations of agenda-driven manipulation, saying they use misleading data to support disarmament efforts.

🔹 Supreme Court Watch

• The segment closes with updates on two Second Amendment cases granted certiorari by the U.S. Supreme Court:

  1. Wolford v. Lopez (Hawaii's "vampire rule") – challenges restrictions on carrying firearms on private property without explicit permission.

  2. U.S. v. Himani – questions whether individuals who use marijuana or other controlled substances can legally possess firearms.

• The hosts emphasize these cases could significantly shape national gun-carry and drug-use laws under the Second Amendment.

🔹 Overall Takeaway

• The episode portrays a strong defense of personal safety and constitutional rights, expressing distrust of media narratives, government regulation, and anti-gun organizations.

• Tone: Outspoken, defensive, and advocacy-oriented, blending news, commentary, and calls for vigilance about Second Amendment freedoms.

Topics: Remembering Shirley Wattrell • NRA restructuring • Trends in gun culture and policy • Firearms safety advocacy

🔹 Tribute to Shirley Wattrell

• The show opened with the hosts mourning Shirley Wattrell, a domestic-violence survivor who became a firearms instructor and author of Heels to Holster.

• Her life story was being adapted into a film produced by Dean Cain, scheduled for release in 2026. She passed away on November 1, 2025 while the movie was in post-production.

• Amanda described Shirley's deep creative involvement, from writing the script to coordinating music and on-set details.

🔹 NRA Restructuring and Industry Changes

• Major focus on the NRA's announced reorganization, revealed late October 2025.

• Key motivations: ongoing financial strain and fallout from NY Attorney General Letitia James's legal actions since 2018.

• NRA plans include:

  • Launching a member mobile app (Q1 2026) with event listings, digital content, and discounts.

  • Consolidation of print and digital magazines under "NRA Media."

  • Renewed investment in education, clubs, competitions, and training.

  • A chief operating officer role to manage day-to-day operations in Fairfax.

  • Streamlined communication and reduced mass mailings.

  • Continued legal advocacy through the Institute for Legislative Action (ILA).

• Discussion also touched on declining gun sales (down ~40%), the industry's lack of innovation, and possible resurgence if short-barreled rifle regulations change.

🔹 Broader Second Amendment and Firearms News

• Mention of Realize Firearms Awareness Coalition, Project ChildSafe, Locked-In Grip, and other safety or training organizations.

• The hosts praised efforts to promote responsible gun ownership, especially among women.

• Later in the show, they criticized a New York City Council bill mandating gun-store warning signs, comparing it to past tobacco-labeling laws that were struck down as government overreach.

🔹 Overall Tone and Themes

• The episode balanced tribute, advocacy, and critique:

  • Remembering a 2A icon.

  • Analyzing NRA reforms and industry direction.

  • Promoting safety, education, and self-reliance.

  • Questioning bureaucratic or symbolic regulations.

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discuss straw purchases, highlighting cases where individuals buy firearms for prohibited persons, leading to severe penalties like 12 to 25 years in prison for a Philadelphia man who acquired 14 guns between 2018 and 2023. Suffecool emphasizes gun shops' role in identifying such transactions, underscoring risks in Second Amendment advocacy amid bulk purchases for criminals.

The hosts examine the ATF's bump stock ban reversal by the Supreme Court, noting Justice Clarence Thomas's clarification that bump stocks do not convert semi-automatic rifles into machine guns, protecting constitutional gun rights. Campbell critiques semantic games in regulations, urging vigilance in firearms education to counter overreach.

Suffecool and Campbell debate concealed carry in bars, advocating personal responsibility over blanket prohibitions, as alcohol impairs judgment in self-defense scenarios. They reference surveys in battleground states showing 89% of voters seek congressional action for safety, warning of impending gun control pushes versus criminal accountability to preserve uninfringed Second Amendment freedoms.

Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell recount Suffecool's participation in the Women's Wilderness Escape at the Whittington Center in Raton, New Mexico, where 40 women from across the country gathered for firearms education and outdoor activities. Suffecool describes shooting bows, rifles, pistols, and shotguns, alongside wildlife sightings like elk and partridges, emphasizing historical archery techniques and modern adaptations for Second Amendment advocacy.

The hosts highlight instructors such as Julie Golob, Tatiana Whitlock, Becky Yackley, Diane Walls, and Jessica Hooks, who led sessions on safe handling, self-defense, and precision shooting. Golob focused on rifle fundamentals, while Whitlock covered concealed carry and situational awareness, fostering responsible gun ownership among participants.

Campbell and Suffecool discuss broader gun rights issues, including the Rod of Iron Freedom Festival's speakers like General Michael Flynn and Sebastian Gorka, addressing government overreach and constitutional protections. They critique ATF classifications of forced reset triggers as machine guns, urging vigilance in defending Second Amendment freedoms amid evolving legal battles.