# TFB Behind the Gun #217: A Chat With Caleb Giddings

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Podcast: [TFB Behind the Gun Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/tfb-behind-the-gun-podcast-695359)
Published: 2026-05-14T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://thefirearmblog.libsyn.com/tfb-behind-the-gun-217-a-chat-with-caleb-gidding
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## Resource

Caleb Giddings joins us on this episode of TFB Behind the Gun for a wide-ranging conversation about competition shooting, training, gear, and what it takes to keep improving in the firearms industry, no matter what you're doing. We, of course, also take some time to talk about Taurus' new product lineup, how Caleb's time at the company has deepened his appreciation for firearms, and some of his opinions on a few of the trends shaping the firearms world right now. X / Twitter: https://x.com/radicaleb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radicaleb/ YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@MrRevolver/videos Substack: https://radicaleb.substack.com Facebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/caleb.giddings.14/ Personal bio / mentions page: https://firearmsnation.com/caleb-giddings/

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