Force Concepts with Dennis Root
Force Concepts is a show dedicated to helping you unlock and develop your inner warrior. We will explore the realities of force and what it takes to win!
Individual Podcast Episodes
The Hot Pot Exercise
The "Hot Pot Exercise" is a means of explaining how perception influences the decision-making process. This is especially...
The Rayshard Brooks Shooting: Looking Past The Media
The shooting of Rayshard Brooks is a situation that demands we look past the media coverage. The loss of life is tragic, especially when...
Scanning | The Art of Seeing
Scanning has become more of an exercise of action rather than a focused effort to see. Shooters must focus on developing this life saving skill.
Dummy Round Training
During this episode of Force Concepts, we will discuss the dummy round. We will consider what they are and how they can be...
Trigger Finger Discipline
During this episode, we will discuss trigger finger discipline. I am sure you've heard the horror stories about the person...
Cooper’s Colors | Levels of Awareness
Cooper's Colors is a concept developed by Lt. Colonel Jeff Cooper. He was a combat veteran of both WW II and the Korean War. Lt. Colonel Cooper also founded...
The O-O-D-A Loop | A Look into Boyd’s Cycle
The O-O-D-A Loop is a widely recognized and frequently discussed element of combat training. Military strategist and US Air Force Pilot Colonel John Boyd...
The Will to Kill – Dangerous or Required
The will to kill is a concept few want to discuss, but it's as important and your ability to recognize a threat. The...
The Hot Pot Theory | Explaining Perception
The Hot Pot Theory is a means of explaining the impact perception has on the decision making process. Force events are personal...