She Shield
She Shield is your one stop pod for all things personal safety with weekly guest speakers. I’m your host, Sofia, and my goal is to help educate women and men on concealed carry, martial arts, and all topics self-defense.
Episodes
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...
In Episode 120 Sofia interviews Tre’Von Barber is the owner and head firearms instructor at Barber Training Solutions, LLC, based in Fort Mill, SC. As an NRA-licensed, SLED-approved instructor and a USPSA Master Class competitor, Tre’Von brings a wealth of experience in both firearms training and competitive shooting.
At Barber Training Solutions, Tre’Von focuses on firearms mechanics, manipulation, and efficiency, offering highly s...
In Episode 119, Sofia interviews Marisa Laren, a multi-talented entrepreneur, artist, athlete, and advocate with a passion for living life to the fullest. A professional tattoo artist since 2012, she gained national recognition as a contestant on Ink Master Season 6 in 2015. In 2020, she launched her own private studio, Common Place, where she continues to create custom tattoo work. That same year, she rekindled her love for painti...
In Episode 118, Sofia interviews Lucas Botkin!
Lucas Botkin is an entrepreneur, innovator, and educator in the firearms industry. In 2013, with just $1,000 and an iPod Touch, he launched T.REX ARMS from a small garage, turning a passion for protection and a vision for innovation into a multi-million dollar manufacturing and retail company. What began as a custom holster business has since evolved into a brand known for high-quality...
In Episode 117, (Part 2 of Ep. 116) Sofia interviews Julie Willis, CEO and founder of Zendira, a company dedicated to designing stylish, functional bags specifically for carrying firearms. Julie takes us on her journey of creating Zendira, sharing how her personal experiences as a shooter and her deep understanding of women's unique needs in self-defense led her to build a brand that seamlessly combines security with sophistic...
In Episode 116, Sofia interviews Julie Willis, CEO and founder of Zendira, a company dedicated to designing stylish, functional bags specifically for carrying firearms. Julie takes us on her journey of creating Zendira, sharing how her personal experiences as a shooter and her deep understanding of women's unique needs in self-defense led her to build a brand that seamlessly combines security with sophistication.
We dive into t...
In Episode 115 of the She Shield Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Aimee Langdon, the President of Langdon Tactical Technology (LTT). Aimee is a seasoned global business professional with over 18 years of experience in business development, sales, and marketing. She has successfully led global sales and operations teams, demonstrating a steadfast commitment to delivering exceptional results for both her customers and her business...
In this must-listen episode of She Shield, we welcome Scott Jedlinski of Modern Samurai Project, a leading voice in firearms training and tactical expertise. Known for his specialization in red dot-equipped pistols, Scott breaks down the advantages of this technology for both tactical professionals and civilian self-defense practitioners, sharing practical tips to overcome the learning curve.
Scott’s journey to becoming a Master cla...
In Episode 113, Sofia interviews Sam Ferguson!
Sam Ferguson of Galo Combatives is a seasoned police officer with nearly a decade of service in Lexington, KY, and a skilled combat sports athlete specializing in grappling and striking. With extensive training in MMA, boxing, and Thai boxing, he brings a wealth of expertise to both sport and tactical contexts.
Sam is the creator of Two Point Control: Arm Tie Techniques for Edged Weapons...
In Episode 112, Sofia hosts the She Shield holiday special!
In this episode, host Sofia shares her recommendations for personal safety and self-defense gift ideas to suit any budget. From concealed carry essentials to versatile training tools, this list has something for everyone. Whether you're shopping for a loved one or adding to your own wishlist, Sofia's curated guide covers five exciting categories: Firearms & Ac...
In Episode 111, Sofia interviews Andrew Henry of Henry Holsters!
Andrew Henry is the owner of Henry Holsters, a cutting-edge holster company in Spencer, Indiana. Originally a trained luthier with college degrees in Viola Performance and Violinmaking, Andrew has brought his handcrafting skills to the world of kydex.
Since 2008, Andrew has been meticulously crafting holsters, initially by hand and now with the help of CNC m...
In Episode 110, Sofia interviews Michaela Rososky!
Michaela grew up in Massachusetts, and her medical journey has been anything but straightforward-- but despite these challenges, Michaela’s story is one of triumph over adversity.
In 2022, Michaela discovered a passion for firearms training—a pursuit that not only gave her a means of self-protection but also reignited her competitive spirit honed during her figure skating days. Throu...
In Episode 109, Sofia interviews Kerry "Kato" Murakami!
In this episode, Sofia interviews Kato Murakami, a retired law enforcement officer with 28 years of patrol experience in Illinois. As the founder of Rectitude Training, LLC, Kato is dedicated to equipping both officers and civilians with practical, effective defensive tactics. At the Combatives Summit, he leads Fight to and Over the Gun: Disarming Techniques for Viole...
In Episode 108, Sofia interviews Cliff Byerly!
We’re thrilled to have Cliff Byerly, owner of Hill Country Combatives, on the She Shield Podcast. Cliff is a former Marine with over 20 years of military service, including 12 years on active duty as a reconnaissance team leader with deployments to Somalia and Iraq. After his military service, Cliff joined the LAPD, working across patrol, gangs, and narcotics divisions, which further sh...
In Episode 107, Sofia interviews Lisa Hamilton.
Don't miss this two-part episode of the She Shield Podcast, where Sofia and Lisa take you on a double adventure! First, they share their unique experiences at the 2024 Combatives Association Summit—a three-day event filled with world-class self-defense training. With Sofia’s 13 years of combatives experience and Lisa stepping into this world for the very first time, they offer two...
In Episode 106, Sofia interviews Lisa Hamilton.
Don't miss this two-part episode of the She Shield Podcast, where Sofia and Lisa take you on a double adventure! First, they share their unique experiences at the 2024 Combatives Association Summit—a three-day event filled with world-class self-defense training. With Sofia’s 13 years of combatives experience and Lisa stepping into this world for the very first time, they offer two...
In Episode 105, Sofia interviews Lena Miculek.
Lena is an idol for all women interested in gaining independence with firearms and a Professional shooter with eight world titles. Lena comes from a family of leaders in the firearms industry, as Lena's mother founded one of the original programs to teach women shooting. Lena joined forces with Sig Sauer to form the ROSE program, a complete firearms education program that includes ...
In Episode 104, Sofia interviews Guy Schnitzler.
Guy is a Rangemaster certified Master Handgun Instructor and Shotgun Instructor and holds several certifications including Red Zone Threat Management Empty Hand Knife Defense Instructor, Adaptive Striking Foundations Instructor, and Groundfighting Overview Foundations Instructor. He is also a certified Small Impact Weapons Instructor.
Guy Schnitzler is a highly skilled law enforcement ...
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