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

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