Stop The Threat

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  • 1969
  • 8 Seasons

Stop The Threat is an engaging and informative television show available on the American Trigger Sports Network. Hosted by James B. Towle, a renowned home and personal defense trainer, the show features real-life scenarios that help viewers understand how to better protect themselves and their families from violent crime.

Each episode of Stop The Threat begins with an expert panel discussing a video clip that depicts a dangerous and potentially deadly event. The event could be anything from a home invasion to a carjacking, and the panel breaks down the actions of the victims and perpetrators involved, examining what was done correctly and what could have been done differently.

The expert panel is made up of a diverse group of individuals with backgrounds in law enforcement, self-defense, and firearms training. They provide valuable insights and offer practical advice on how to recognize and avoid threatening situations, as well as what to do if you find yourself in one.

After analyzing the video clip, the panel then goes through a detailed reenactment of the event with actors. Viewers can see the event unfold in real-time and evaluate the choices made by the victim, as well as the perpetrator. This segment of the show is particularly helpful because it provides viewers with a real-life perspective on how a situation can escalate quickly and the importance of being mentally and physically prepared.

Stop The Threat also features instructional segments where James B. Towle demonstrates various techniques for self-defense and home protection. In one of the episodes, Towle shows viewers how to properly and effectively use a home defense shotgun. He provides step-by-step instructions on how to load and fire the weapon, as well as what to do in different scenarios, like a home invasion or a burglary.

Overall, Stop The Threat is an excellent show that provides valuable information for those interested in protecting themselves and their families. It's a must-watch for anyone who wants to be mentally and physically prepared in case of a violent attack. With a combination of real-life scenarios, expert analysis, and instructional segments, the show offers a comprehensive and practical approach to self-defense and personal protection.

Stop The Threat is a series that ran for 8 seasons (50 episodes) between and on American Trigger Sports Network

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Forced Flat
13. Forced Flat
September 21, 2016
A young woman, driving home late after work, is targeted for a robbery. Followed by thieves, they shoot out her tire and approach her where she pulls over. Totally unaware and dazed, the victim exposes herself to harm, not prepared for the unexpected. On foot, she seeks shelter and assistance. Host, James B. Towle and guests Wes Doss PhD, Patrolman Rich Portwood, and Sgt. Duncan Stewart discuss.
Back Door Shootout
12. Back Door Shootout
September 14, 2016
A teen, home sick, is surprised by someone trying to break in. He goes for the weapon in the house . Realizing he is dealing with two thieves, one at each door, he shoots. Adrenaline gets the best of him as he pursues, guns blazing at the getaway car. Guests Sgt Duncan Stewart, Garett Bush, Demetrios Pulas, Jr. with host James B. Towle discuss deadly force and self defense.
Party Crashers
11. Party Crashers
September 7, 2016
A typical friendly get-together goes wrong when a "friend of a friend" is invited. The party-giver may have regretted his decision to drop his defense. Host James B. Towle and guests Wes Doss, Tammy Hunter, James Marovich discuss concealed carry and complacency.
Utility Workers
10. Utility Workers
August 31, 2016
A homeowner answers the knock at the door and is confronted with two men "from the gas company." Asking to read the meter, the owner lets them into the back yard. Suspicious, the homeowner takes precaution. The "Utility Workers" plan is to re-approach from the front door and jump the owner. Guests Sarah Cortez, Tim Shepard, Dan Marcou join host, James B. Towle to discuss.
A Car to Die For
9. A Car to Die For
August 24, 2016
A rendezvous to make a late night car purchase goes bad when the sellers' intent is to keep the cash and the car. Guests Wes Doss, James Marovich and Tammy Hunter with host James B. Towle, discuss self-protection and identifying dangerous situations to avoid.
The Need to Act
8. The Need to Act
August 17, 2016
A family dispute plays out in a public shopping center parking lot. The Gun Store employees witness the threat as a distraught man waving his pistol. Family members pleading with the suspect get nowhere. An armed citizen is confronted with the draw or retreat decision, and makes his choice. Guests Sgt. Duncan Stewart, Garett Bush, and Demetrios Pulas, Jr, with host James B. Towle.
Driveway Theft
7. Driveway Theft
August 10, 2016
A husband waiting for his wife to dress, goes out to "warm" the car and returns inside. Looking out the window he notices someone stealing the car from his driveway. He runs out and takes aim at the car as the thief drives down the street. Protecting property or stopping the threat with deadly force? Today's guests Wes Doss, Tammy Hunter, and James Marovich discuss the question with James Towle.
DVD to Death
6. DVD to Death
August 3, 2016
On his way home, a man stops by the "red box" to rent a movie for a night at home. Tasked with his mission and seemingly unaware, the man is ambushed. Sgt Duncan Stewart, Garett Bush, and Demetrios Pulas, Jr. with host James B. Towle discuss deadly force and self-protection.
Foiled Robbery
5. Foiled Robbery
July 27, 2016
A store keeper is warned of suspicious activity in the back alley and takes her handgun to confront the threat. She holds two men at gun point waiting for the police to arrive, who were called by a fellow store keeper. Wielding the gun and firing a "warning" shot, host James B. Towle and guests Wes Doss, PhD, Tammy Hunter, and James Marovich discuss this dangerous situation.
Crime Spree
4. Crime Spree
July 20, 2016
On a rampage, this car thief tries to stay one auto theft ahead of the law. Running out of options, he breaks into a house. Host James B. Towle and guests Sgt. Duncan Stewart, Garett Bush, and Demetrios Pulas, Jr. discuss this wild crime spree and offer their opinions. Stop the Threat reenactments are based on a real event.
Knock Kick
3. Knock Kick
July 13, 2016
Three "burglars" target a house for a daytime home invasion. The thieves knock and when no one answers, they begin to kick in the door. Inside the stunned couple, call 911. After several kicks the armed husband exits the back door and circles around to stop the threat. James B. Towle and the panel of Lt. Dan Marcou, Sarah Cortez, and Tim Shepard discuss this senseless crime.
Knife to Gunfight
2. Knife to Gunfight
July 6, 2016
A deranged individual accuses two men of "looking at me" while they are standing by their truck making plans for the evening. The two try to defuse the situation and "calm" the accuser. Upset and confused the unstable man confronts the men with deadly force. What happens next is discussed by host James B. Towle and expert contributors Tammy Hunter, James Marovich and Wes Doss.
Rolling Robbery
1. Rolling Robbery
June 29, 2016
An evening walk turns deadly when a car pulls up and the driver asks for directions. Seemingly innocent, the walker complies with his request only to be confronted with a gun. Host James B. Towle and the panel of Sgt. Duncan Stewart, Garett Bush, and Demetrios Pulas, Jr. discuss this quick action crime and how it played out. Be safe, be trained, be alert!
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Where to Watch Stop The Threat
Stop The Threat is available for streaming on the American Trigger Sports Network website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Stop The Threat on demand at Amazon.