Knox Williams | Why Suppressors Are Critical for Hearing Safety

Steve Gruber welcomes Knox Williams, Executive Director of the American Suppressor Association, to break down why hunting season is the perfect time to talk about real hearing protection. As firearm seasons open across the country, Knox explains how suppressors are not Hollywood silencers; they’re essential safety tools that dramatically reduce the dangerous noise levels hunters face every time they pull the trigger. They discuss the science, the safety benefits, ongoing misconceptions, and how suppressors can protect hunters, kids, and future generations from lifelong hearing damage. With hunting season underway, Knox lays out why more states, and more hunters, are embracing suppressor technology as a smart, responsible step forward.