HOUSTON, TEXAS – (January 7, 2015) –The popular television show “Stop the Threat” debuted on Sportsman Channel (DirecTV Channel 605/Dish Network 395HD and 395) last week at 9:30 pm (CST). “Stop The Threat” is a round-table discussion featuring guest experts in firearms, law enforcement, self-defense, law or other professional fields that can offer insight into crime situations.
“Sportsman Channel is the leader in lifestyle TV for the American sportsman. Its outdoor TV shows include the shooting sports, making ita perfect forum for us to reach fellow gun enthusiasts,” said James B. Towle, host and moderator of “Stop the Threat”.
Each episode of “Stop The Threat” features a reenactment of a real crime story as it occurredthroughout the US. A panel of law enforcement experts offer viewers sound information to better protect themselves and their family. Towle often asks viewers to consider, “when to shoot or when to retreat.”
Sportsman Channel, known for its “Amazing America with Sarah Palin,”“Iditarod Unleashed” and other programs that showcase outdoor adventure, hunting and fishing and illustrate it through authentic storytelling, was launched in 2003. Sportsman Channel/Sportsman HD is a television and digital media company fully devoted to honoring the outdoor lifestyle celebrated by millions of Americans. A division of KSE Outdoor Group, Sportsman Channel reaches more than 36 million U.S. television households.
According to Towle, since joining the Sportsman Channel lineup, “Stop The Threat” can reach fans as well as new viewers through more local cable providers across America.”
Towle is a writer, director, producer and host of shooting films. He is also a shooting competitor and Second Amendment advocate. Towle has worked in the security and law enforcement community for 25 years and presently maintains his license as a private investigator. Towle may be best known for augmenting the Secret Service on President Reagan’s California ranch before becoming president of the California Sheriff’s Council. After, Towle transitionedto radio and television and has appeared on the “Today Show” in addition to local television.
“Stop The Threat” also airs on the Pursuit Channel.
For more information about Stop the Threat or James B. Towle, please visit www.StopTheThreat.tv.
About James B. Towle:
•Private Security Contractor who augmented the Secret Service whenever President Ronald Reagan came to his California Ranch.
• President of Sheriff’s Council, CA
• Licensed Private Investigator #12024
• Appeared on Today Show as an expert guest
• Deployed with Red Cross in all five 2004 Hurricanes that made landfall in Florida
• Deployed with Red Cross in 2005 to Louisiana during Katrina
• Canine Cadaver Search Certified Handler with “Benga”
• Competitor in Shotgun, Rifle and Pistol events
• Advanced Diver, Rescue
• ROTC Allen Military Academy
• Contributing writer to Gun Sports Publications
• Licensed Concealed Carry
• Life Member NRA Golden Eagles
• 7-time Telly Award Winner for Television Series