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.
Guns and Mental Health by Walk the Talk America
Ep 153: GOALS, Advocacy, and More with Gun Owners of America
In this WTTA Guns and Mental Health podcast episode, hosts Michael Sodini and Kevin Berry engage with John Fahrner from Gun Owners of America (GOA). They discuss personal updates, John's journey in the firearms industry, the mission of GOA, and the importance of advocacy and community engagement. The conversation also covers legislative efforts, the 'Big Beautiful Bill' significance, collaboration among gun rights organizations, and the upcoming GOALS Show.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections
02:09 Understanding GOA and Its Mission
05:11 John Fahrner's Journey in the Firearms Industry
07:39 The Role of GOA in the Gun Community
10:19 The Big Beautiful Bill and Legislative Efforts
13:00 Challenges and Triumphs in Advocacy
15:54 The Importance of Compliance in the Firearms Industry
18:32 Community Support and Member Engagement
27:55 Collaboration Among Gun Rights Organizations
31:09 Reflections on the Goals Show
39:56 Overcoming Challenges in Event Planning
44:34 Future Goals and Legislative Aspirations
50:37 Supporting the Gun Community
55:40 Mental Health and Personal Well-being
