Guns and Mental Health by Walk the Talk America
An honest and comprehensive discussion about guns and mental health. Two highly stigmatized cultures that have long stood across from each other, refusing to collaborate whenever tragedy strikes. That trend ends now. For firearms owners, clinicians, and the curious public.
Episodes
145 episodes
Ep 145: A Veteran’s Mental Health Crisis and the Woman Who Stood By Him
Jake Wiskerchen and Michael Sodini sit down with Tom Cruz — not that Tom Cruz — to talk about the moment that changed everything. A 26-year Army veteran, Tom shares his harrowing story of a seven-hour mental health crisis in which he t...
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Season 6
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Episode 12
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1:15:23
Ep 144: Why Doctors Need to Understand Gun Owners with Dr. James Bigham
In this episode of the Walk the Talk America podcast, host Michael Sodini talks with Dr. James Bigham, a family physician who emphasizes the importance of understanding firearm ownership within the context of mental health. The conversation exp...
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Season 6
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Episode 11
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1:21:11
Ep 143: Inside the Mind of a School Shooter with Jon Romano
In this episode of the Guns and Mental Health podcast, host WTTA Founder Michael Sodini and Patrick Bertagna, CEO of GunAlert, engage in a profound conversation...
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Season 6
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Episode 10
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1:21:10
Ep 142: The Mind-Body Connection Explained with Dr. Bob Smith
Dr. Bob Smith discusses his extensive experience in primary care mental health and the importance of patient-centered interviewing skills. He highlights the crisis in mental health care, particularly the lack of training for primary care doctor...
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Season 6
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Episode 9
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1:18:40
Ep 141: Innovative Technological Solutions with William Sandoval
Jake Wiskerchen and Michael Sodini talk with William Sandoval about the innovative technology developed by Ocufii to enhance firearm safety. William shares his journey from a technology background to creati...
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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1:30:26
Ep 140: Confidentiality Concerns in Military Mental Health with Christopher Jachimiec
Christopher Jachimiec joins us to talk about a recent
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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1:03:51
Ep 139: How Gun Owners Can Change the Narrative on Firearms & Mental Health
In this episode, Michael Sodini and Kevin Berry explore the misconceptions surrounding firearms and the gun community. They address common arguments against gun ownership, the effectiveness of gun laws, and the importance of communication ...
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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1:12:05
Ep 138: The Role of the Firearms Industry in Mental Health Solutions with Brandon Roper
In this conversation, Michael Sodini and Brandon Roper, the President of Camfour, discuss the critical intersection of mental health and the firearms industry. Brandon also takes us through his journey in th...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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1:26:02
Ep 137: Kenny Barlow Recaps National Research Conference for the Prevention of Firearm-Related Harms
In this episode of the Guns and Mental Health podcast, host Michael Sodini and Kenny Barlow discuss their experiences at the National Research Conference for the Prevention of Firearms-Related Harms. They explore the diverse perspective...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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1:18:14
Ep 136: Rob Pincus Recaps National Research Conference for the Prevention of Firearm-Related Harms
In this conversation, Michael Sodini and Rob Pincus discuss their experiences at a recent gun violence prevention conference in Seattle. They reflect on the interactive nature of the event, the importance of engaging with researchers, and the c...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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58:17
Ep 135: Engaging with Researchers: Mike Goes to Seattle
In this conversation, Michael Sodini shares his experiences from the recent firearm violence prevention research conference in Seattle, where he made a historic presentation as a representative of the firearms industry. He discusses the positiv...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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1:24:15
Ep 134: Comedy Meets Mental Health with Roy Wood Jr.
In this episode of the WTTA Guns and Mental Health podcast, hosts Michael Sodini and J. Hood talk with comedian Roy Wood Jr. about the intersection of comedy, mental health, and firearms. Roy shares his unique approach to using humor to address...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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46:40
Ep 133: Insights from the ER on Firearms and Mental Health with Dr. Emmy Betz
Join hosts Jake Wiskerchen and Michael Sodini as they sit down with Dr. Emmy Betz, an emergency physician specializing in suicide prevention and firearm safety. Together, they navigate the intricate relationship between mental health and gun ac...
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1:30:24
Ep 132: Opening Conversations on Mental Health in the 2A World with Katie Gardner
In this episode of the WTTA podcast, Michael Sodini and co-host Kevin Berry talk with Katie Gardner, a passionate advocate for the Second Amendment and mental health awareness. They discuss Katie's journey into the 2A community, her experiences...
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50:49
Ep 131: Faith and Firearms with Jeremy Van Winkle
Jeremy Van Winkle, the founder of GunLox, a new technology-driven firearm safety product, joins Jake Wiskerchen and Mike Sodini. The conversation explores the importance of integrating technology into firearm s...
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1:17:23
Ep 130: Empowering Youth Through Firearms Education with Kevin Dixie
The conversation focuses on the Kids to Kings program, which aims to provide firearms education and emotional intelligence training to youth in underserved communities. Kevin Dixie, the lead instructor in Atlanta, Georgia, shares insights on th...
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1:09:07
Ep 129: Why We Should Address Mental Health Over Gun Control
Jake Wiskerchen, Michael Sodini, and Kevin Berry discuss the recent US News article that attributes high firearm deaths in the U.S. to gun prevalence rather than mental health issues. They critique the research methodology, explore the complexi...
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1:33:45
Ep 128: Addressing Misconceptions in Gun Culture and Mental Health
In this conversation, Michael Sodini and Kevin Berry discuss the misconceptions surrounding guns and mental health. They touch on topics such as the prevalence of guns, the misconceptions about AR rifles, and the need for education and understa...
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1:28:22
Ep 127: The Role of Technology in Responsible Gun Ownership with Patrick Bertagna
The conversation discusses the potential Gun Alert, a technology that can notify gun owners if their firearm has been moved or removed from its usual environment. The technology aims to address issues such ...
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Season 4
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Episode 61
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1:33:53
Ep 126: Harnessing Anxiety: Dr. Chloe Carmichael on Free Speech, Groupthink, and Mental Health
In this episode, Jake and Mike sit down with Dr. Chloe Carmichael, clinical psychologist and author of Nervous Energy: Ha...
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Season 4
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Episode 60
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1:37:14
Ep 125: Exploring Gun Laws and Ranges in All 50 States with Heather Allen
Heather Allen, a 2A advocate and author, joins the podcast to discuss her book, '50 States in My Sights,' where she traveled to all 50 states to shoot and learn about each state's gun laws and ranges. She also talks about her background and exp...
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Season 4
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Episode 59
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47:13
Ep 124: Recapping GOALS with Mike and Kenny
In this conversation, Michael Sodini, Kevin Berry, and Kenny Barlow discuss Mike and Kenny's experiences at the inaugural Goals conference held by Gun Owners of America (GOA). They talk about the importance of organizations like GOA stepping up...
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Season 4
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Episode 58
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1:12:30
Ep 123: Joe Bartozzi, President and CEO of NSSF
Joe Bartozzi, the president and CEO of the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), joins Mike and Jake to discuss his history working in the firearm industry, suicide prevention, and the NSSF's role and activities in advocating the gun indu...
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Season 4
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Episode 57
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1:21:59
Ep 122: Paul Santilli
Paul Santilli, a clinical social worker, discusses his paper on the utilization of gun principles and gun handling in psychotherapy. He explains how he integrated gun principles into everyday life and how they can be applied in mental health co...
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Season 4
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Episode 56
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52:31
