Ep 125: Exploring Gun Laws and Ranges in All 50 States with Heather Allen

Ep 125: Exploring Gun Laws and Ranges in All 50 States with Heather Allen

Author: Walk the Talk America September 12, 2024 Duration: 47:13
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 experiences with firearms. She shares how she got into shooting and became an advocate for Second Amendment rights. Heather also talks about her work as an instructor, teaching women how to shoot and obtain concealed carry permits. She discusses the import...

At a time when discussions around firearms often turn polarized, Guns and Mental Health by Walk the Talk America offers a different kind of space. This podcast deliberately bridges two worlds that are deeply interconnected yet rarely discussed together with genuine openness. You’ll hear from mental health clinicians, researchers, and people who own and use firearms, all sitting down for conversations that prioritize understanding. Episodes tackle difficult subjects like suicide prevention within the community, the cultural dimensions of gun ownership, and actionable steps toward safety and well-being. The approach here is built on a foundation of education and nuance, steering clear of sensationalism to foster meaningful collaboration. By focusing on shared goals rather than divisions, the dialogue moves toward practical solutions and reduced stigma. Tune in for a series that handles complex topics with the care and honesty they require, proving that constructive talk is possible. Walk the Talk America hosts this essential podcast as part of their broader mission to facilitate these connections.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Guns and Mental Health by Walk the Talk America
Podcast Episodes
Ep 157: Bulletproof Clothing with CIVILIAN’s Kami Kay Kirschbaum [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:16:32
Michael Sodini and Kevin Berry sit down with Kami Kay Kirschbaum, founder & CEO of CIVILIAN, a bulletproof clothing brand built to blend in. From growing up with active-shooter drills to a literal dream that sparked the…
Ep 153: GOALS,  Advocacy, and More with Gun Owners of America [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:10
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,…
Ep 152: Dwayne Edwards on Changing Veteran Mental Health [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:37:31
What happens after the mission ends? In this episode, we sit down with Marine Corps veteran and founder of VMHA, Dwayne Edwards, for an honest conversation about life after service, the identity crisis many veterans face…
Ep 151: I Was Almost a School Shooter Part 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:23:42
In this unfiltered conversation, Aaron Stark returns to continue a story: how he went from the brink of committing a school shooting to becoming a national voice for prevention and mental health reform. Host Jake Wiskerc…
Ep 150: I Was Almost a School Shooter Part 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:45
Jake Wiskerchen and Michael Sodini sit down with Aaron Stark, a man who once nearly became a school shooter, to explore the roots of despair, the systemic failures that allow trauma to fester, and the moments of compassi…