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Guns and Mental Health by Walk the Talk America

Walk the Talk America
Mental Health
Suicide Prevention
Community Engagement
Firearm Safety
Walk the Talk America
Firearms Industry
Gun Safety
Gun Ownership
Gun Culture
Firearms
Gun Rights
Second Amendment
Firearms Education
Gun Violence
Red Flag Laws
Gun Control
Kids To Kings
Youth Gun Safety Education
Mental Health Awareness
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The Walk the Talk America Podcast is where firearm culture and mental health meet with curiosity, not confrontation.

Each episode brings together voices from the firearm community, mental health professionals, researchers, and everyday gun owners to have honest conversations about suicide prevention, culture, and practical solutions.

We focus on education over outrage, nuance over noise, and c... more

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Latest Episodes

In this deeply human episode of the WTTA Guns and Mental Health Podcast, Michael Sodini sits down with Nelba Márquez-Greene, mother of Ana Grace, who was murdered in the Sandy Hook shooting.

This conversation is not about politics or taking sides. I... more

Michael Sodini recaps his experience last fall at Rutgers University, where he was invited to close out a summit hosted by the New Jersey Gun Violence Research Center. 

In this conversation, Michael and Kevin break down what happened when Walk the T... more

Firearm storage is not just about what you buy, it’s about what you know. In this episode, Mike and Nicky Zabetian from Kinisium join Mike to break down Kini Safe Alert, a small, discreet motion/tamper notification device that texts (or app-notifies)... more

In this conversation, Seth Hendricks shares his transformative journey from a decade-long career in law enforcement to becoming a financial advisor. He discusses the impact of mental health on police officers, the importance of self-reflection, and t... more

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Recent Guests

Nelba Márquez-Greene
Mother of Ana Grace, Sandy Hook survivor; licensed clinician; advocate for community-based solutions
Sandy Hook family / Yale School of Public Health collaborator
Episode: Ep 169: Listening Through Loss: Nelba Márquez-Greene on Grief, Community, and Humanity
Mike Anestis
Keynote speaker at a research conference and founder/leader of Walk the Talk America
Walk the Talk America
Episode: Ep 168: From the Firearms Industry to the Research Stage
Mike Zabetian
Co-founder of Kinesium / Kini
Kinesium / Kini
Episode: Ep 167: If It Moves, You’ll Know: How Kini Helps You Monitor Firearm Access at Home
Nicky Zabetian
Co-founder of Kinesium / Kini
Kinesium / Kini
Episode: Ep 167: If It Moves, You’ll Know: How Kini Helps You Monitor Firearm Access at Home
Seth Hendricks
Financial planner and former law enforcement officer
Northwestern Mutual
Episode: Ep 166: Financial Freedom for First Responders
Dr. Chris Knoepke
Expert in reducing negative outcomes related to firearms and a social worker.
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Episode: Ep 165: Beyond the Boogeyman, A Nuanced Talk on Colorado ERPOs With Chris Knoepke
Kerri Raissian
Senior Research Scientist at the Yale School of Public Health, focusing on firearm injury prevention
Yale School of Public Health
Episode: Ep 164: Bridging the Gap: A Yale Researcher, Gun Owners, and What Actually Reduces Harm
Waco Hoover
Former infantry Marine, founder of multiple businesses, and involved in veteran advocacy and suicide prevention initiatives.
American Legion and MCON
Episode: Ep 160: Waco Hoover on American Legion and MCON
RG Stitt
President of the Scott Sippel Foundation
Scott Sippel Foundation
Episode: Ep 159: From Loss to Leadership: The Scott Sippel Foundation’s Fight for Suicide Prevention

Hosts

Mike
Primary host variations across episodes, likely Mike Sodini / Michael Sidini ties.
Kevin Berry
Co-host specializing in firearms safety and mental health intersections.
Michael Sidini
Guest/host with focus on safety tech narratives and community impact.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Primary care mental health.

    My January 31 interview with Jake and Michael was a fantastic experience, particularly their knowledge about mental health and its shortcomings. Jake is a great interviewer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Has Medicine lost its mind?
    United Statesa year ago
  • Rational voices

    Thank you for the varied, and passionate stories and observations.

    Im trying to catch up and listen to all the past episodes

    Glenn Boies

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    glenn boies
    United States5 years ago
  • Something different!

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael Sodini
    United States5 years ago
  • Get your head on straight

    Perspective and context are everything. WTTA brings so many voices to the table that it has sharpened my thinking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SlowFacts
    United States5 years ago

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Guests bring varied perspectives on guns and mental health.
Thoughtful, solution-oriented discussions are common.
Positive impact on reducing stigma around firearm safety.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 167: If It Moves, You’ll Know: How Kini Helps You Monitor Firearm Access at Home
Q: How did you come up with the name Kini?
Kini is based on kinetics and movement; it was chosen for its brevity and motion-related connotations, leading to the formation of Kinesium around it.
Ep 159: From Loss to Leadership: The Scott Sippel Foundation’s Fight for Suicide Prevention
Q: How do you tend to your mental health these days?
RG mentioned that he takes long walks for about an hour each day to relieve stress and stay active.
Ep 157: Bulletproof Clothing with CIVILIAN’s Kami Kay Kirschbaum
Q: How do you tend to your mental health?
I need to go outside, I journal, I read a lot, and I live one minute away from the water.
Ep 148: Meet the Pressers: A Journey Through Firearms and Mental Health
Q: How do you tend to your mental health?
Matt Mallory shares that he tends to his mental health by engaging in hobbies such as gardening, working with animals, and getting outside when feeling frustrated. Klint Macro emphasizes having a supportive network of friends and being proactive in seeking help when needed.
Ep 153: GOALS, Advocacy, and More with Gun Owners of America
Q: If you had unlimited funds, what is the top thing you would do for gun policy?
Repeal the NFA completely, so everyone can have what they want as envisioned by the Founding Fathers.

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A podcast that bridges firearm culture and mental health through nuanced, solution-focused conversations. Episodes frequently explore safety technology, responsible ownership, ERPOs, suicide prevention, and collaboration between gun owners, clinicians, and researchers. Notable themes include practical safety devices for homes, industry transparency, and strategies to normalize safety without stigma. The show often features guests from safety tech, gun rights groups, veteran and law-enforcement communities, and public health researchers, delivering thoughtful discussion aimed at reducing harm while respecting Second Amendment rights.

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1. Nelba Márquez-Greene
2. Mike Anestis
3. Mike Zabetian
4. Nicky Zabetian
5. Seth Hendricks
6. Dr. Chris Knoepke
7. Kerri Raissian
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