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State of the Second

by Gun Owners of America

"State of the Second isn’t your typical 2A podcast—it’s a backstage pass into the firearms industry. Hosted by Kailey Nieman and John Fahrner, we sit down with the real people behind the brands, builds, and big ideas shaping the gun world. From shop owners to social media legends, each episode dives into how they got started, what keeps them going, and what it really takes to make it in the firearms industry, plus the battles they face along the way. If you’ve ever wondered how to break into the industry or what it’s like behind the scenes, this is your front-row seat."

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State of the Second hosts John and guest Trey from EAA Firearms discuss the economics and pricing mechanics of the firearms industry. The episode promises to explain why gun components and accessories carry significant markups—specifically why a $25 magazine becomes a $70 purchase, why a $100 optic cut costs $300 to…

Worth it if you're a gun owner curious about why firearms and accessories cost what they do, or interested in how tariffs and platform policies affect the industry.

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