Jody Picou
Jody Picou is the host of Behind the Holster, a podcast dedicated to the real stories, hard lessons, and leadership principles behind responsible firearm ownership, personal protection, and modern American gun culture.
A father of five and a nationally recognized leader in firearms education, Jody serves as the Managing Director of Concealed Coalition, one of the largest concealed-carry training organizations in the United States. Over the course of his career, he has personally trained and certified more than 100,000 students across 40 states through online and in-person training, helping everyday Americans responsibly exercise their Second Amendment rights through education, accountability, and lawful carry.
Known for blending real-world experience with clear, practical instruction, Jody has worked alongside instructors, range owners, retailers, and industry leaders nationwide to modernize how firearms training is delivered at scale—both in-person and online.