WTTA in the Media
Outdoor Wire: “Derya Arms Renews Commitment to Walk the Talk America”
Derya Arms, a leading manufacturer of high-quality firearms, is thrilled to announce the renewal of its partnership with Walk the Talk America (WTTA), a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting mental health awareness and suicide prevention within the firearms community. Building on the success of our 2025 collaboration, Derya Arms is committed to continuing this vital initiative into 2026.
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WTTA Guests on Firearm Trainer’s Podcast — S3E01
Michael Sodini was a guest on Firearm Trainer’s Podcast. He talks about Walk the Talk America, his visit to the White House, and the importance of opening a dialogue between the firearm community and the world of mental health.
Lipsey’s® Renews Support of Walk the Talk America
For the second consecutive year, Lipsey’s, a leading national shooting sports distributor, donates $10K to help WTTA further its mission to bridge the gap between mental health awareness and the firearms industry.
Sturm, Ruger and Co., Inc. Donates $25K
Walk The Talk America announces the donation of $25,000 from Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc., a leader in American-made firearms for over 70 years.
WTTA Guests on AAPI GO’s Podcast: Ep 19
Join us on APPI GO’s podcast Episode 19 where we discuss guns and mental health.
SJSU center confronts gun violence
Walk the Talk America was mentioned in an SJSU News article by Bryanna Bartlett on the “Day of Action Against Gun Violence” event.
BearingArms.com Article Featuring Walk the Talk America
Walk the Talk America was highlighted in an article by John Petrolino on BearingArms.com. In it, Petrolino brings up the need for an important conversation about methods to safely and legally store firearms during a period of crisis.
Guns 101 & Firearm Storage — Webinar with BulletPoints Project
Jake Wiskerchen presented a webinar for BulletPoints Project on the basics of firearms and ways to responsibly store them to help clinicians have informed conversations and make appropriate harm reduction recommendations.
Suicide affects everyone — Feature on FOX 11 News, Reno
“Suicide affects everyone. That’s why it’s imperative that mental health resources are available to all, this includes gun owners. The non-profit Walk the Talk America’s mission is to save lives.”
Talking Lead Podcast 389
Mike Sodini and Jake Wiskerchen guest on the Talking Lead Podcast. They discuss how gun laws are purposely discriminatory, inherently racist and undeniably unconstitutional. Jake educates us on the mental health therapy side of things and Mike talks about how WTTA has been instrumental in bridging the communication gap between the firearms industry and the mental health industry.
Vara Safety Partners with Walk The Talk America
Vara Safety, the handgun safe made for protection, has joined up with WTTA to help spread WTTA’s message of “Mental Health, it’s ok to talk about it” with a commitment to explore new technologies to help save lives.
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