BDGS: #038 - 2025 Spring Training Plans & Max Michel's Exclusive Class!

Welcome back to The Brown Duke Gun Show! In Episode 38, JP Garcia, Brandon Elias, and Austin Menard dive into their training plans for Spring 2025, prepping for upcoming major matches, and discussing how to fine-tune your skills whether you're a competitive shooter, hunter, or just looking to improve your marksmanship. 🔥 Special Guest: World Champion Max Michel 🔥 @MaxMichelTV drops in with an exciting announcement about his upcoming speed shooting class in Louisiana on March 8-9 at MIGZ Shooting Range in Jeanerette, LA! This is a rare opportunity to train with one of the best in the world. Spots are limited, so don’t miss out! 📌 In This Episode: ✅ How to structure your competition training schedule ✅ Ammo planning for matches, hunting, and general skill-building ✅ Why Max Michel’s class is a must-attend event ✅ The mental & physical demands of major USPSA matches ✅ Practical hunting preparation tips & why cleaning your gear is critical 📅 Sign Up for Max Michel’s Class: 👉 MaxMichel.com/shop 💬 Join the Conversation! How are you planning your training for 2025? Drop a comment below and let us know! 🛑 Don't Forget to Like, Subscribe & Hit the Bell Icon! 🔔 Chapters: 0:00 – Intro & Welcome Back! 0:21 – Post-SHOT Show Recap & Training Talk 0:33 – Why Spring 2025 Is the Best Time to Train 0:51 – USPSA Training Plans & Major Match Prep 1:16 – Ammo Planning for the Season 1:54 – Special Guest Max Michel Joins the Show! 2:32 – Max Michel’s Louisiana Class Details (March 8-9) 3:36 – Why Training With Max Is a Game-Changer 4:24 – Max’s Background & Achievements 6:02 – Who Should Take Max’s Class? (Hint: It’s Not Just Pros!) 8:06 – Why Max Is One of the Best Firearms Instructors 10:05 – The Value of Training With Elite-Level Shooters 12:01 – The Louisiana Experience: Food, Culture & Shooting 13:33 – Major Matches We’re Training for in 2025 16:23 – What Makes Dragon’s Cup So Special? 19:30 – Our Division Choices & Equipment Setup 22:10 – How to Ramp Up Training Without Burning Out 26:28 – International Matches & Future Shooting Plans 31:12 – Hunting Prep: What You Need to Know 39:10 – Why Most Hunters Don’t Clean Their Guns Properly 44:06 – Shotgun & Rifle Maintenance Tips for Hunters 52:01 – How to Set Up for the Best Hunting Shot 56:06 – Final Thoughts & Why You Should Train Year-Round 1:02:04 – One Last Plug: Take Max Michel’s Class! Full podcast episodes here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PwtKeiQ1YsKpPQDHCGZdu Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brown-duke-gun-show/id1735368514 YT: https://www.youtube.com/@thebrowndukegunshow/podcasts Social media: JP: https://www.instagram.com/jpgarc01/ Brandon: https://www.instagram.com/brandon.elias1/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/browndukegunpod Sentry Defense: @sentrydefense1061 JP Garcia Shooting: @ thebrowndukegunshow #2a #guns #firearms #sentryDefense #teamSentry #SelfDefenseFirearms #FirearmTrainingTips #DefensiveShooting #GunPurchaseGuide #SelfProtection #ConcealedCarryTraining #DefensiveTactics #PersonalSafety #FirearmsForDefense #SelfDefensePreparation