https://greyhive.com/videos/watch/40adda7f-223c-40e1-8103-d34ed7f7da11 #podcast #entertainment #news https://ontherangepodcast.com On The Range Podcast with Mark Kelley and Rick Hogg. Straight from the Floor of NRA 2025 Atlanta Welcome to another powerhouse episode of On The Range Podcast, where we help you be 1% better every day through expert insights, real talk, and actionable advice. This time, we're taking you straight to the heart of the action: a live recording from the 2025 NRA Annual Meeting in Atlanta, during the inaugural Voices of the Second Amendment event. Hosts Rick Hogg, founder of War HOGG Tactical and a 29-year US Army Special Operations veteran, and Mark Kelley, founder of Kelley Defense, sat down with Conor Donahue, CEO and Co-Founder of ACE Virtual Shooting. A former Navy SEAL, Conor brings a unique blend of combat experience and tech savvy to the table, making this episode a must-listen for anyone passionate about firearms, training, and innovation. Conor's Journey: SEAL to VR Pioneer The episode opens with Conor sharing his backstory, from elite military service to pioneering VR shooting tech. "Ace started simply as a way to enjoy sport shooting more conveniently and affordably," Conor revealed, as echoed in episode notes and related interviews. Early demos drew raves from diverse groups: competition shooters honing precision, law enforcement practicing scenarios, and military pros maintaining readiness. Now, ACE boasts over 100 stages, from fun mini-games to intense tactical simulations, with customizable accessories that make it feel like the real deal. Inside the Tech: Realistic Handsets and Immersive Features Rick and Mark dove deep into the tech, asking about the handsets that replicate firearms like the Staccato P and SIG SAUER models. Conor explained, "We strive to replicate the core aspects of shooting that make it thrilling and immersive," including recoil, sights, and environmental factors. For podcast listeners, this means vivid descriptions that paint a picture of zombie-shooting fun or urban combat drills—all from your living room. The live NRA setting added energy, with audience questions on integrating ACE with real gear, like optics or holsters, for hybrid training. Making Training Accessible to Everyone A key theme was accessibility. Conor emphasized how ACE lowers barriers: no need for expensive ammo or travel to ranges. "It's for recreational plinkers to dedicated skill builders," he said, aligning with our podcast's mission to empower everyday enthusiasts. We discussed tactical benefits, like de-escalation training for LEOs or muscle memory for operators—drawing from Rick's combat deployments and Mark's defense expertise. Future plans? More firearm models, smarter integrations, and even multiplayer modes to train with buddies virtually. Broader Discussions on Rights and Responsibility The conversation broadened to Second Amendment advocacy, fitting the Voices event. Surrounded by NRA attendees, we explored how tech like ACE supports responsible ownership by promoting safe, effective training. Conor shared SEAL stories, illustrating VR's role in preparing for chaos, while Rick and Mark offered tips on combining it with tools like our Firearms Training Notebook for data-driven improvement. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS JOIN The OTR “CREW” !!! 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