Hi folks – As sort of a “side project” I recently released a new book, The Practical Guide to Becoming the Least Borning Person in the Room.

The goal is to solve an age-old question: How do some people know so many interesting things to talk about?

It’s chock full of interesting and surprising stories. You know, the big stuff like…

Why do tennis players grunt?

Do hangovers get worse as you get older?

Does the world’s largest building really have its own weather systems inside?

I’m looking for your help! I invite you to give it a read. If you like it, I kindly ask you to leave a review on Amazon saying why. If you don’t, just respond to this email and let me know how I can make it better.

I’ve temporarily reduced the price of the eBook version to just $4.99. Or, if you’re a Kindle Unlimited member, you can read it for free.

On to this week’s stories…

The late Tiger McKee always had solid advice for self-defense and concealed carry. Here are some great thoughts on the importance of communication during a defensive encounter. It’s not at all a natural thing to do and requires planning, training and practice.

Cowboy gun enthusiast Alan Garbers joins Tom McHale on Insider to take a look at the new line of Premier Series single-action revolvers from Pietta. Genuine bone case-hardened, these are beauties to look at!

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Massad Ayoob has some interesting thoughts on why, after all these years, the J-frame (snubnose) revolver continues to be a primary defensive tool, even with the advent of higher-capacity wonder 9s…