She Shield

In Episode 30, Sofia interviews Tatiana Whitlock on various concealed carry topics including women's carry, carrying during pregnancy, discussion of firearms in one's home, and more. Mrs. Whitlock is the National Director of training for "A Girl and Gun" Shooting League, the Director of her home-range, Howell's Gun Shop, and a Full-Time Professional Firearms Instructor and...

In Episode 29, Sofia interviews Justine Williams to discuss her journey as a competition shooter. Justine lets us in on what it is to be a competitive shooter of her caliber and tells of her plans as a woman who can now legally conceal carry! Justine began competing in shooting sports when she was nine years old and in the past five years, has earned 9 World Records, 26 National Titles, and multip...

In Episode 28, Sofia interviews Chris Long, the Communications and Content Manager at Walther Arms USA concerning the Walther PDP F-Series. This version of the PDP firearm was made to fit the contour of a woman's hand and has many favorable features such as the reduced trigger reach, reduced grip circumference, and reduced slide force. These are only a few aspects that made the PDP-F an incre...

In Episode 27, Sofia will introduce you to Arlena, a purple belt Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, competitor, and referee. I will interview Arlena on various topics concerning women in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and will share some stories from our training days together! Arlena is also married to a BJJ practitioner, instructor, and referee- offering the unique perspective of someone who is partners with a BJJ pr...

In Episode 26, Grace and Sofia interview Mike McElmeel.  Mike is a Veteran Green Beret of 22 years and currently practices as a Paramedic, Reserve Police Officer, Concealed Carry Firearm Instructor, and Knife Control Concepts Instructor. In this Episode, Mike shares his journey practicing in his multiple professions and answers interview questions based in firearm safety, first-aid, and other incr...

In Episode 25, Grace and Sofia interview Aaron Jannetti from Knife Control Concepts. Aaron is an instructor in Columbus, Ohio where he instructs strength and conditioning, BJJ, Krav Maga/Hybrid Defense, Heavy bag classes, and Kickboxing. Aaron began his journey by teaching Krav Maga and then found a passion for grounded defense, firearms training, and edged-weapons training. Much of Aaron's w...

In Episode 24, Sofia recounts her experience at Knife Control Concepts by instructors Aaron Jannetti and Eli Knight while Grace tells her stories of BJJ Kid's Camp and her most recent BJJ competition. Tune in for stories and updates! If you are interested in exclusive content, become a Patreon via the linktree. Thank you to Ciguera Gear for sponsoring this episode. Use the code "SHESHIEL...

In Episode 23, Sofia covers her most frequently asked questions concerning concealed carry. For those of you who have asked a question on her page or are wanting to learn more about holsters, CCWs, and purse carry, this episode is for you! If you are interested in exclusive content, become a Patreon via the linktree. Thank you to Ciguera Gear for sponsoring this episode. Use the code "SHESHIE...

In Episode 22 Grace and Sofia interview Doug Johnson, the Primary Firearms Trainer at Big Tex Ordinance Range and Training Center.  Mr. Johnson shares his experience as a former LEO and current firearms instructor. Mr. Johnson has a passion for introducing women to the world of firearms as a self-defense and safety tool. If you are interested in exclusive content, become a Patreon via the link tre...

In Episode 21, Grace and Sofia interview Jason Clarke concerning multiple self-defense topics ranging from training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to the best self-defense practices for women and men. Jason Clarke has over 35 years of martial arts experience as a practitioner, competitor and instructor. He is one of the few Americans to hold Black Belts in both Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo and is also the...

In Episode 20, Sofia and Grace have the honor of interviewing Craig Douglas from Shivworks concerning multiple women's self-defense topics.  Thank you all for your encouragement and support. Craig Douglas (a/k/a “SouthNarc”) is the founder of ShivWorks, a consortium of like-minded professionals devoted to training and product development in the emerging field of interdisciplinary problem-solv...