She Shield

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! In this episode of She Shield Podcast, Sofia sits down with Chris Long of Walther Arms and Caleb Quanbeck, professional drift car driver and Walther-sponsored athlete, for a conversation that goes far beyond horsepower.

Caleb shares his unconventional journey into the firearms world, one that wasn’t exactly welcomed with open arms by major social media platforms. Early on, he faced pushback an...

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! In this episode, Sofia sits down with former Olympian and current world-level competitor Lanny Barnes.

Known for her grit, discipline, and elite-level performance on the world stage, Lanny sits down to share the story behind the strength, starting with the woman who shaped it all: her mother.

Lanny reflects on what it meant to be raised by a woman who embodied service, resilience, humility, and...

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! In this episode, Sofia sits down with Jade Struck for a real, unfiltered discussion about growth, evolution, and having the courage to try something new.

Known for her presence in the shooting sports world, Jade opens up about what it actually looks like to pivot, to step into unfamiliar territory, and to stay curious even after you’ve built a name for yourself. The conversation dives into her...

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! In this episode, Sofia sits down with Julie Golob for a conversation that went far beyond competition stats and industry accolades.

Julie reflects on what it was like coming up as a shooter in the early days of the industry, before social media, before visibility looked the way it does now, and what it’s been like to watch the space evolve in real time. She opens up about the pivots she’s made...

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! In this episode, the conversation centers on Frank, President of Right To Bear, and the path that led him into leadership.

Frank shares his personal story, how he came into the role, the experiences that shaped his perspective, and the responsibility he feels in leading an organization focused on legal preparedness. The discussion explores what people often misunderstand about legal protection...

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! In this episode, host Sofia Espina sits down with William Kirk of Washington Gun Law for a clear, fact-driven conversation on the legal realities of self-defense.

Known for his apolitical, statute-based approach, William breaks down how use-of-force laws are actually evaluated, the most common legal misconceptions responsible individuals make, and why relying on internet commentary or social m...

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! In this episode, Sofia sits down with health and mindset coach Vicky DiSanto to explore the often-overlooked concept of the defense of self, the physical foundation that supports confidence, capability, and personal safety.

With over a decade of experience in functional health and mindset coaching, Vicky has helped hundreds of clients work through complex challenges such as weight loss resista...

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! This episode takes you inside a ShivWorks ECQC course through the voices of the people who lived it. 

Recorded during my most recent Extreme Close Quarters Concepts (ECQC) course, this episode features interviews with Craig Douglas, founder of ShivWorks, alongside his assistant instructors and students from the class.

You’ll hear from:

• Craig Douglas (ShivWorks) on why ECQC is structured the ...

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! In this episode of the She Shield Podcast, I sit down with Joey Sauerland to break down why dry fire is one of the most powerful, and most misunderstood, tools in training.

We dive into what dry fire actually does for skill development, how to approach it with intention instead of mindless reps, and the common misconceptions that stop people from ever stepping into competition shooting. Joey s...

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! In this episode, Will Workman, the voice behind The Modern Protector and Self‑Defense Encounters.

Will brings a true citizen-to-citizen perspective to safety and preparedness. He isn’t coming from a tactical fantasy or professional duty role, he’s a husband, a father, and an everyday concealed carrier who made a deliberate decision to take responsibility for his own safety and the safety of th...

Ready to start carrying but overwhelmed with where to begin? This episode breaks down the real path to getting started with concealed carry, the way that actually builds skill, confidence, and responsibility.

I walk you through the entire process from square one: defining your mission, choosing the right training, selecting a firearm that fits your needs, and building a training plan that goes beyond “stand and shoot.” We talk dry f...

This week on She Shield, Sofia is joined by Alyssa Seymour, a powerhouse competitor and creator known for her dedication to The Tactical Games, USPSA, and concealed carry education. After a hike filled with deep conversation, Alyssa and Sofia sit down to unpack her journey in the shooting sports world, her approach to training, and how she uses her platforms to help others grow in fitness, mindset, and gear knowledge.

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In this first-ever Entertainment Corner episode of the She Shield Podcast, Sofia takes a deep dive into some of the most popular and trending Instagram reels that have recently caught her attention, breaking them down from a self-defense and training perspective.

This isn’t about criticism or “calling anyone out.” Instead, Sofia uses these real-world clips as teaching moments to highlight what went right, what could have gone differ...

In this powerful first installment of Women’s Corner, Sofia sits down with Thea Von Syoc, known online as @vanleethea, a firearms instructor, competitive shooter, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu blue belt, and dedicated weightlifter.

Thea shares her journey from stepping onto the mats for the first time to stepping onto the range with confidence, breaking down what it really means to build strength—physically and mentally—as a woman in self-def...

In this fun and upbeat episode of She Shield Podcast, Sofia sits down with professional shooter Jalise Williams for an exciting Season 2 catch-up! Jalise has been doing incredible things in the competitive shooting world, and this conversation was filmed just before her journey to Africa for the IPSC World Shoot, where she made history as the first woman to qualify for the overall team.

The two had just wrapped up a shotgun world qu...

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! In this premiere episode, Sofia takes you Behind the Shield to share her personal journey and the mission driving this show. From earning a black belt in Mu Sool Won at just thirteen, to training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and concealed carry, Sofia has built her life around the layers of self-defense.

This episode is a chance to hear her story first-hand,how she went from ma...

In Episode 123 of She Shield Podcast, Sofia sits down with Lanny Barnes—a three-time Olympian in biathlon, professional shooter, artist, and all-around force of nature. Lanny offers an unfiltered look at what the Olympic experience is really like, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from her years competing in one of the most demanding sports on earth.

Now preparing for the Pistol Caliber Carbine (PCC) World Shoot, Lanny opens up abou...

In Episode 122 of the She Shield Podcast, Sofia sits down with Michael Arterburn—retired law enforcement officer and the force behind Killer Bee Tactical. With 23 years of service, including roles as a Domestic Violence Detective, Internet Crimes Against Children Detective, and Bomb Technician, Michael brings a wealth of experience to our discussion. 

We delve into his transition from law enforcement to becoming a prominent voice on...

In Episode 121 of She Shield, I sit down with competitive shooter and coach Joey Sauerland to talk about the power of dry fire and the tools that can take your training to the next level. Joey shares how using a shot timer, metronome, and structured drills can help shooters of all levels refine their skills and measure real progress.

We also dive into what it truly means to define success in shooting. Is it about speed, accuracy, co...