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Season 1

  • S01E01 The Jogger

    • February 6, 2012

    This episode involves a jogger that is attacked when veering off a public path.

  • S01E02 Work Related

    • February 13, 2012

  • S01E03 Carjacking

  • S01E04 Fast Food

    • March 26, 2012

    This weeks' episode covers a "lunch break". Going to a fast food restaurant, a worker takes his lunch break in the parking lot and is accosted by a panhandler asking for money. The panhandler had ransacked a car previously and found a pistol under the seat. When the victim gave up some money but not as much as the robber wanted, he pulled the gun. The panel discusses the crime and offer suggestions to avoid being a victim of assault and robbery. Stop the Threat, hosted by James B. Towle, reviews recent crime scenes throughout the country. "Fast Food" guest panel experts include Rob Pincus, Personal Defense Trainer and Author, Kathy Jackson, Author and Editor of Concealed Carry Magazine and Rich Portwood, Senior Patrolman for Jerseyville, Illinois Police Department. Watch as they analyze the crime re-enactment and offer comments and suggestions on when to shoot not how to shoot.

  • S01E05 The Movie - Date Night

    • April 9, 2012

    This episode follows a couple on a date night at the movies. What takes place turns deadly. Panelists include Rob Pincus, Kathy Jackson, and Rich Portwood.

  • S01E06 The Office

    • April 23, 2012

    "The Office" panel includes Rob Pincus, Author and Personal Defense Trainer, Rich Portwood, Senior Police Officer in Illinois and Kathy Jackson, Author, Instructor and Editor of Concealed Carry Magazine as they discuss a crime scene with a lawyer working late at night when he discovers a thief in the office.

  • S01E07 Home Invasion

    • May 7, 2012

    "Home Invasion" features self defense expert panelists, Rich Portwood, Rob Pincus and Kathy Jackson.

Season 2

  • S02E01 Convenience Store Robbery

    In this week's crime re-enactment on ATSN's "Stop the Threat", a man and his pregnant wife shop in a convenience store, when a robber enters with a shotgun, demanding cash. Stop the Threat host, James B. Towle and guests Rob Pincus, Kelly Muir and Marc MacYoung analyze this incident and offer their expert comments and opinions in a lively discussion. Stop the Threat airs on the American Trigger Sports Network on the Pursuit Channel, with new episodes each week.

  • S02E02 Mall Incident

    In this crime re-enactment, entitled "Mall Incident", a man leaving the mall is knocked down by a gang of thieves in their haste to exit the store. Quick decisions result in trouble for the victim. The panel discusses whether one should engage or seek cover. Stop the Threat host, James B. Towle, and guests Rob Pincus, Kelly Muir and Marc MacYoung weigh in on this incident and offer their expert comments in a lively discussion.

  • S02E03 Road Rage

    In this week's episode of Stop the Threat, impatience and a bad attitude turn the table in Road Rage. Late for an appointment, a driver cuts off a car entering the highway, only to discover the car is filled with young gang members. It was the wrong group to provoke. Poor decisions result in tragedy and the driver, once feeling cocky and aloof, now becomes prey. Stop the Threat host, James B. Towle and guests Rob Pincus, Kelly Muir and Marc MacYoung analyze this incident and offer their expertise and suggestions in a lively discussion.

  • S02E04 The Apartment

    In this week's crime re-enactment on Stop the Threat, a group of college students, enjoying a sports show in their on-campus apartment, decide to head out for some fun. They witness thieves attempting to break into their car and shout out while making the decision to pursue. As peer pressure builds, what happens next leads to a tragic event. Stop the Threat host, James B. Towle and guests Rob Pincus, Kelly Muir and Marc MacYoung analyze the incident and offer their expert comments and opinions, in a lively discussion.

  • S02E05 Shotgun Robber

    James B. Towle and Stop the Threat panelists, Rob Pincus, Wes Doss and Michael Carrizales discuss this real crime reenactment. A man leaving a pharmacy is approached from behind by a shotgun robber. Quick-thinking and training help the victim reverse the situation as he protects himself from the would-be robber.

  • S02E06 Double Trouble

    A desperate robber attempts to enter a home and is met with a shotgun blast from an elderly homeowner. The wounded robber finds his way to another home and enters asking for help. When the female homeowner turns her back, the robber proceeds to make them his new victim. What happens next may surprise you. Host James B. Towle and guests Rob Pincus, Wes Doss and Michael Carrizales analyze the crime scene in a lively discussion and offer their expert comments and opinions.

  • S02E07 Midnight Robber

    A duo of experienced robbers use stealth and experience to enter a home late at night, only to find the home owner asleep on the couch. He awakes and quickly finds a knife at his throat. In a moment of daring, the homeowner decides to take action to stop the threat. Host, James B. Towle, and the panel of guests including Rob Pincus, Wes Doss and Michael Carrizales discuss the crime and the decisions made and share their knowledge and self defense expertise in a lively discussion.

  • S02E08 Home Alone

    On ATSN's Stop the Threat, a young girl is home alone when an unknown man attempts to enter the house. She calls her mom on the cell phone and gets advise to barricade and arm herself. Host, James B. Towle and guests, Rob Pincus, Wes Doss and Michael Carrizales discuss this incident and offer their expert opinions.

  • S02E09 Lunch Break

    A diner in a fast food restaurant notices a customer acting suspicious. As he moves closer to take a look he finds that the man at the counter is holding a knife, demanding money from the cashier. The diner pulls his weapon and this action is the discussion for this episode of Stop The Threat. Host, James B. Towle and guests Rob Pincus, Steve Vandermolen and Kelly Muir discuss the incident.

  • S02E10 Parking Lot Holdup

    After a grandmother drops off her grandson, the cell phone rings in her purse in the back seat. Unable to reach for it, the woman finds a parking lot. She exits the vehicle and is looking at the phone when approached by two armed robbers. The attempted car jacking or assault was neutralized when the woman fought back and used her concealed carry gun to fight the assailants. How it happens is the subject of this episode of Stop the Threat. Host James B. Towle and guests Rob Pincus, Kelly Muir and Steve Vandermolen discuss the incident.

  • S02E11 Garage Confrontation

    A couple enjoying an evening at home hear a noise in the detached garage. The husband decides to go out and "investigate". What happens next is the subject of this weeks' Stop the Threat. Host, James B. Towle, and guests Rob Pincus, Kelly Muir and Steve Vandermolen discuss this incident and the events that took place that night.

  • S02E12 Overwhelming Force

    Watching tv and enjoying a quiet evening, a man is startled by the sound of the front door being kicked in...stunned, he is suddenly overwhelmed by home invaders, armed with assault weapons. Demanding money, the intruders are surprised by the resistant homeowner. What happens next is the subject of this weeks' Stop the Threat. Host, James B. Towle, and guests Rob Pincus, Kelly Muir and Steve Vandermolen discuss this incident and the events that took place.

  • S02E13 The Accident

    A sudden stop causes a women to rear-end the car in front. The driver of the other car is agitated and annoyed, confronting the women. The confrontation turns to aggression and the women fears for her life. What happens next is the subject of this week's episode of Stop the Threat. Host, James B. Towle, and guests Rob Pincus, Kelly Muir and Steve Vandermolen discuss this incident and the events that took place.

Season 3

  • S03E01 Rude Awakening

    • July 1, 2013

    Rude Awakening: A sleeping woman awakes to the sound of the house alarm. Arming herself, she leaves the bedroom to investigate. The intruders are confronted on the staircase. What happens next is the subject of this week's episode of Stop the Threat.

  • S03E02 Change of Heart

    • July 8, 2013

    In this weeks crime re-enactment: A woman walks to her car alone in a deserted parking lot. It is a dark, muggy night and she is unarmed when she is attacked from behind. How would you be prepared? Host, James B. Towle, and the panel of guests including Wes Doss, Kathy Jackson & Rob Pincus discuss the crime and the decisions made and share their knowledge and self defense expertise in a lively discussion.

  • S03E03 Locked Door

    • July 15, 2013

    In this weeks crime re-enactment: An intoxicated man stumbles to the wrong house. Thinking he is home, he forces himself inside through a neighbor's locked door. Is deadly force justified? Host, James B. Towle, and the panel of guests including Wes Doss, Kathy Jackson & Rob Pincus discuss the crime and the decisions made and share their knowledge and self defense expertise in a lively discussion.

  • S03E04 Mugging Gone Wrong

    • July 21, 2013

    In this weeks crime re-enactment: In a world where the young feel confident, age and experience count. Stupidity is on the side of the losers in this mugging gone wrong. Host, James B. Towle, and the panel of guests including Wes Doss, Kathy Jackson & Rob Pincus discuss the crime and the decisions made and share their knowledge and self defense expertise in a lively discussion.

  • S03E05 Good Samaritan

    • July 29, 2013

    In this weeks crime re-enactment: In an age where there are often too few good samaritans, becoming one, costs one man his life. Host, James B. Towle, and the panel of guests including Wes Doss, Kathy Jackson & Rob Pincus discuss the crime and the decisions made and share their knowledge and self defense expertise in a lively discussion.

  • S03E06 Fighting Back

    • August 5, 2013

    In this weeks crime re-enactment: A family at home, enjoying video games, is suddenly overwhelmed when the father answers a knock at the front door. Host, James B. Towle, and the panel of guests including Don Clark, Kathy Jackson & Marc MacYoung discuss the crime and the decisions made and share their knowledge and self defense expertise in a lively discussion.

  • S03E07 Right Place/Right Time

    • August 12, 2013

    In this weeks crime re-enactment: Inserting oneself into a domestic altercation takes experience and the ability to control the situation. A decision is made whether to draw or retreat. Host, James B. Towle, and the panel of guests including Don Clark, Kathy Jackson & Marc MacYoung discuss the crime and the decisions made and share their knowledge and self defense expertise in a lively discussion.

  • S03E08 Caught in the Act

    • August 19, 2013

    In this weeks crime re-enactment: Glancing out the window, a man notices someone running across the lawn with a TV set. Knowing his neighbors aren't at home, he confronts the man. Host, James B. Towle, and the panel of guests including Don Clark, Kathy Jackson & Marc MacYoung discuss the crime and the decisions made and share their knowledge and self defense expertise in a lively discussion.

  • S03E09 Neighborhood Watch

    • August 26, 2013

    A couple is awakened by a noise. The husband leaves the bedroom with his handgun and is taken off guard when he confronts the intruder in the hallway. The homeowner, not fully prepared to engage, loses control of his weapon when a scuffle ensues.

  • S03E10 Bad Idea

    • September 6, 2013

    Bad Idea: Just finishing his target practice at the range, a man exits the facility and witnesses someone trying to break into his car. Pumped up with adrenaline, what happens next is the topic of this week's episode.

  • S03E11 On the Run

    • September 11, 2013

    On the Run: Small town buddies notice local law enforcement searching for a suspect on the run. Choosing to help catch the criminal, these armed citizens get involved in the hunt.

  • S03E12 Perceived Threat

    • September 11, 2013

    In this weeks crime re-enactment: It's dark and stormy when you are awaken from a deep sleep. Someone is prowling around outside the house with a weapon and you fear for your family. This is what happened to a "Stop the Threat" viewer who wrote in - an armed homeowner that confronted the threat when he stepped outside to investigate. Watch what happens in this real crime reenactment on "Stop the Threat".

  • S03E13 Quick Action

    • September 18, 2013

    In this weeks crime re-enactment: Two children watching TV hear someone attempting to break in to their house. The teen boy takes control of the situation and tells his younger sister to call 911 while he arms himself. Watch what happens next on "Stop the Threat".

Season 4

  • S04E01 Who's the Bad Guy

    • January 31, 2014

    Leaving the shopping Mall and heading towards the parking lot, a woman on the phone witnesses a man with a gun. Not knowing the circumstances, she dials 911 and a Detective near the area approaches the scene.

  • S04E02 Trailer Park

    • February 3, 2014

    This senseless crime is provoked by a dog. One Trailer Park resident confronts the other and after threats are exchanged, the angry victim proceeds to get his gun and kills his neighbors. A police officer arrives on scene and a gun battle ensues.

  • S04E03 Unexpected Company

    • February 14, 2014

    You arrive home after work and discover the front door is open. Uncertain as to the whereabouts of your family, you enter with your pistol drawn and your flashlight pointed. What happens next is the topic of this weeks episode.

  • S04E04 Kidnappers Part One

    • February 21, 2014

    This exciting two part Episode follows a bank employee through the horror of being forced to rob the bank where she works while her husband is kidnapped and held hostage. Well-armed and ruthless, the robbers have only one intention.

  • S04E05 Kidnappers Part Two

    • February 28, 2014

    Kidnappers Part Two brings us back to the terror of last weeks' episode where kidnappers forced a hostage to rob the bank where she was employed while her husband is held at gun point, in the getaway car.

  • S04E06 Point 'em Out, Knock 'em Out

    • March 7, 2014

    Two assailants, looking for an easy target, spot a man on the street corner. The man, unaware of his surroundings, seems like easy prey. One of the attackers approaches and tags the man with a Stun-Gun. What happens next is the topic of this week.

  • S04E07 Psycho Redux

    • March 14, 2014

    Reminesent of the Hitchcock Thriller, a woman showering is assaulted by a sexual preditor that has made his way into the house. Feeling empowered, the attacker asserts his strength on the woman and wrestles her to the bedroom.

  • S04E08 Parking Lot Carjacking

    • March 21, 2014

    An agressively determined man walking through a parking lot, jumps into the passenger seat of a car, startling the driver. The apparent carjacker stuggles with the driver, attempting to grab his keys.

  • S04E09 What's In Your Safe?

    • March 28, 2014

    Choosing an easy target, a burglar revisits a home where he had successfully intimidated the homeowner into opening her safe and giving him her valuables. When the homeowner recognizes him on the second visit, she insists there was nothing left.

  • S04E10 Facing the Tail

    • April 4, 2014

    Driving home, a man believes he is being followed. He avoids driving directly to his home so the tail won't know where he lives. Frustrated, he pulls over to confront the driver.

  • S04E11 Morning Surprise

    • April 11, 2014

    Just when you least expect it...Leaving the house on a typical workday, a man, walking to his car in the driveway, finds a thief reaching inside the window. Shocked, the man takes action. What happens next is the topic of this week's episode.

  • S04E12 Home Held Hostage

    • April 18, 2014

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