She Shield

How does concealed carry change when pregnancy, postpartum recovery, young children, and family responsibilities enter the picture?

In this episode, Sofia sits down with firearms instructor and Armed Parent/Guardian co-creator Melody Lauer to tackle the complicated realities of protecting a family. They discuss lead exposure and range hygiene, adapting carry methods throughout pregnancy, safely practicing new drawstrokes, securing f...

In this episode, Sofia sits down with Randy Hill, founder of High Risk Fitness and a strength coach with 16 years of experience working with professional athletes, SWAT officers, special operations personnel, competitive shooters, and everyday people who want to become more capable protectors.

Sofia and Randy examine the gaps that can develop when someone prioritizes shooting, martial arts, or physical fitness while neglecting the o...

Biometric firearms have been talked about for decades, but are they finally ready for real-world use?

In this episode of She Shield Podcast, Sofia sits down with Ginger Chandler, CEO and co-founder of Lodestar, to discuss the development of the LNK9, a biometric 9mm handgun designed to give firearm owners greater control over who can access their firearm. Drawing from decades of experience in engineering, product development, and le...

In this episode of She Shield Podcast, Sofia is joined by David Hyman of Stay Safe Martial Arts for a real-world breakdown of viral self-defense videos. Instead of simply reacting to shocking clips online, Sofia and David analyze what is actually happening, what people often miss, and how real martial arts, grappling, verbal commands, pepper spray, medical training, and space management apply in high-stress situations.

They discuss ...

In this episode of She Shield, Sofia sits down with Samantha Borgos of Sovereign Self Defense for a conversation about the part of self-defense that goes far beyond simply owning a firearm.

Samantha shares the origin of Sovereign Self Defense, how their training curriculum grew from one workshop into a multi-level program, and why personal protection has to include more than just technical shooting skills. Together, Sofia and Samant...

In this episode, Sofia sits down with Jackson Yeager, a graduate researcher in Kinesiology, Nutrition, and Health at Miami University, to explore the connection between physical activity, long-term health, and personal capability. Working under Dr. Paul Reidy on research funded by the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), Jackson studies how physical inactivity early in life can impact healt...

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! In this episode, Sofia interviews Matt Landfair. Matt has spent more than a decade behind the microphone as the host of Primary & Secondary, one of the longest-running podcasts in the firearms and training space. In this episode, Matt joins me to discuss what it's really like to be a podcast host, the evolution of the firearms industry over the years, and the lessons he's learned from cou...

On this episode of She Shield, Lena and Sofia sit down in person with Bridget Brown, founder of Bullet Bloom Jewelry. Bridget happened to be passing through Ogden, Utah on her way to Arizona, which gave us the rare opportunity to record this conversation face-to-face.

Bullet Bloom takes spent cartridge casings and transforms them into handcrafted jewelry, creating meaningful pieces that connect personal stories, memories, and the sh...

This week on the She Shield Podcast, Sofia and Lena Miculek switch things up for a more laid-back, reaction-style episode as they break down some of the most iconic female fight scenes in action movies and TV.

From the brutal close-quarters fights of Atomic Blonde to the over-the-top gun handling in Resident Evil, the tactical chaos of Black Widow, and scenes from Ballerina, they dive into what actually makes sense… and what&...

On this episode of She Shield, Sofia sits down with Lena Miculek for Part 1 of a two-part conversation diving into the world of competitive shotgun shooting, preparation, and what it really takes to compete on the world stage.

Lena shares her history with shotgun competition, how she developed as a shooter over the years, and what goes into qualifying for and preparing for the IPSC Shotgun World Shoot. From training structure and mi...

This week on She Shield, Sofia sits down solo to talk about what it actually looks like to become a creator in the self-defense, competition, outdoor, and preparedness space, without losing yourself in the process.

From figuring out whether content creation is simply a passion project or something you want to grow into a business, this episode breaks down the foundational steps creators often overlook: identifying your audience, bui...

In this episode of She Shield, Sofia sits down with David Heineman to break down a truth most people skip past: tools don’t replace skill.

With nearly 30 years of experience across Tae Kwon Do, Hapkido, boxing, Muay Thai, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, David brings a layered perspective on what real self-defense actually looks like. From competing on major stages like IBJJF Pans and Worlds to building Stay Safe Martial Arts from an ...

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! In this episode, Sofia interviews Bethany Taylor, founder of Iron Soul Trailblazers. As an outdoor educator, adventure trip host, and safety and preparedness advocate, Bethany has built her life around helping women step confidently into the outdoors. In this episode, she and Sofia dive into the intersection of adventure and responsibility, covering everything from trail safety and solo trave...

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! In this episode, Sofia sits down with Ryan Di Lello to explore a perspective most shooters overlook, movement as a true performance skill.

Coming from a background as a professional dancer, Ryan brings a completely different lens to competitive shooting, one rooted in body awareness, timing, and intentional movement. What might look like speed on the surface is actually built on precision, eff...

In this episode of She Shield Podcast, Sofia sits down with Madison Thompson to dive into the world of archery from two very different, but equally valuable, perspectives.

Madison, a competitive archer specializing in compound bows, shares her journey back into the competition space and how that transition has shaped her approach to both shooting and hunting. She breaks down how competitive archery actually works, from structure and...

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! In this episode, Sofia interviews Alastair Steward. Alastair shares a story that hits at the core of what it means to take ownership of personal safety and skill development.

Originally from outside the United States, Alastair didn’t grow up around firearms or the culture that surrounds them. But after becoming a U.S. citizen, he made a conscious decision: if he was going to carry, he wa...

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! In this episode, Sofia interviews Michelle Waterson-Gomez, widely known as the Karate Hottie, steps into a completely different kind of conversation, one that goes far beyond the cage. She opens up about where she’s at now after her professional fighting career, and the identity shift that comes with stepping away from something that once defined everything.

This episode dives into the r...

In this episode of She Shield Podcast, Sofia sits down with Caleb Giddings to break down one of the most common questions in the shooting sports world: USPSA or IDPA… and which one is actually right for you?

Caleb brings a no-BS perspective as they unpack the real differences between the two disciplines, beyond what you see on the surface. From stage design and scoring to gear choices and mindset, this conversation cuts throu...

Season 2 of She Shield Podcast is here! Sofia sits down with Jordynn of @Jordynnsoutside, a creator who documents life in a more secluded corner of the world while raising two kids and navigating the realities of rural living. What began as a practical need to protect her family quickly turned into a deeper journey into concealed carry, training, and taking responsibility for her own safety.

Jordynn shares how her environment shaped...