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With Deadly Force Podcast

By: International Tactical Training Seminars Inc.
  • Summary

  • Scott Reitz, former member of LAPD SWAT, co-founder and lead firearms instructor for ITTS, Inc., and both a state and federal court qualified "use of force" expert, conducts interviews with firearms industry leaders to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of when you can and can not use a firearm in defense of your life and the lives of your loved ones. Scott has been involved in five officer involved shootings that were ruled justifiable with not a single resultant lawsuit. He has taught hundreds of officers that have subsequently been involved in gunfights and to his knowledge, not a single one has resulted in an out of policy shooting. On an average year, Scott conducted the accelerated and advanced firearms and tactics training for over 7,000 officers a year and he did this for fifteen years with a perfect safety record. He has established training programs for numerous entities which have proven to be imminently successful.
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Episodes
  • Episode 11: Guns in Movies | Rust Shooting | Interview with Hollywood Prop Masters
    Nov 9 2021

    Episode 11 covers a timely subject matter following the tragic shooting that occurred recently  during the filming  of Alec Baldwin's movie 'Rust'.  We have an in-depth conversation with two highly experienced Hollywood Prop Masters and Armorers about how guns are used in movies and TV shows.   Karl Weschta, VP of Independent Studio Services (ISS prop house) and Donnie Bruno, a highly experienced armorer who has worked on countless films including John Wick and Transformers, offer their industry knowledge about the vast, complex and challenging world of using guns in movies as well as their open and honest views about safety on Hollywood sets.

    Among the many topics discussed are industry firearms safety protocols in prop houses and on production sets, how prop guns, blanks and dummy rounds are designed, function and used in films, whats the difference between a prop master and armorer, what training/level of experience is required to become a prop master and armorer, what is currently known about the 'Rust" shooting, details about the 1993 Brandon Lee (Bruce Lee's Son) shooting that resulted in his death, as well as many more firearms-specific film industry insights.  This episode is an absolute must listen for anyone who wants to better understand how firearms are used in Hollywood.

    Enjoy the episode!

    WDF Podcast inquiries: podcast@withdeadlyforce.com
    WDF Podcast website: www.withdeadlyforce.com

    ITTS Firearms training inquiries: info@internationaltactical.com
    ITTS Firearms training website: www.internationaltactical.com

    Copyright 2021 International Tactical Training Seminars, Inc.

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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Episode 10: Interview with Neuroscientist, Philosopher and NY Times Best Selling Author Sam Harris
    Oct 11 2021

    Sam Harris has a fascinating background, hosts the acclaimed "Making Sense" podcast and has authored five New York Times best selling books.  Sam is a long time student of Scott Reitz, and has much to say about the value of gaining the ability to defend oneself.  We will also thoroughly inspect all sides of the "gun debate" amongst many other related topics.

    Enjoy the episode!

    WDF Podcast inquiries: podcast@withdeadlyforce.com
    WDF Podcast website: www.withdeadlyforce.com

    ITTS Firearms training inquiries: info@internationaltactical.com
    ITTS Firearms training website: www.internationaltactical.com

    Copyright 2021 International Tactical Training Seminars, Inc.

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    1 hr and 45 mins
  • Episode 9: Part 2 with LAPD SIS Detective III John Helms (Ret.)
    Aug 20 2021

    This episode concludes our conversation with LAPD Detective John Helms.  Helms shares details about the famous Bomar hostage rescue incident as well as a thorough explanation of the unique, challenging and critical function of the highly regarded SIS unit (Special Investigation Section).  In total, Helms spent 36 years policing the streets of Los Angeles and  has numerous valuable anecdotes as only he can tell tell them.

    Enjoy the episode!

    WDF Podcast inquiries: podcast@withdeadlyforce.com
    WDF Podcast website: www.withdeadlyforce.com

    ITTS Firearms training inquiries: info@internationaltactical.com
    ITTS Firearms training website: www.internationaltactical.com

    Copyright 2021 International Tactical Training Seminars, Inc.

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    53 mins

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