Ep 124: Recapping GOALS with Mike and Kenny

Ep 124: Recapping GOALS with Mike and Kenny

Author: Walk the Talk America September 5, 2024 Duration: 1:12:30
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 in uncertain times and the positive reception they received at the conference. They also touch on attending firearms shows and the challenges manufacturers face in managing their budgets for these events. The conversation then shifts to the impo...

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