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She Shield

Sofia Espina
Self-Defense
Firearms Training
Concealed Carry
Personal Safety
USPSA
Competition Shooting
Hunting
Competitive Shooting
Self-Defense Training
Martial Arts
Mental Health
Tactical Games
Women Empowerment
Shooting Sports
Firearms Industry
Situational Awareness
Combatives Summit
Firearms
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Gun Safety

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.

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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 ... more

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 compl... more

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 journ... more

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... more

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Recent Guests

Madison Thompson
Competitive archer and hunter
Independent athlete / Archery competitor
Episode: 2.21 From Targets to the Hunt: Inside Competitive Archery with Madison Thompson
Alastair Steward
USPSA competitor, Grandmaster in Limited Optics
USPSA competitor
Episode: 2.20 From First Shots to Fast Tracks: How USPSA Builds Real Skill with Alastair Steward
Michelle Waterson-Gomez
Professional MMA fighter, coach, and entrepreneur
Karate Hottie / Invicta/UFC veteran
Episode: 2.19: Michelle Waterson-Gomez (Karate Hottie): The Fight Doesn’t End- Motherhood, Mindset & Self-Defense
Jordyn (Jordynn)
Creator of Jordynn's Outside, focuses on Concealed Carry from a newbie perspective
Jordynn's Outside (Instagram)
Episode: 2.17: From the Woods to Everyday Life: @Jordynnsoutside’s Journey Into Carrying for Her Family
Caleb Quanbeck
Walther Arms representative, Drift Car program advocate
Walther Arms
Episode: 2.16: From Drift Tracks to the Defensive Mindset with Walther Arms’ Chris Long & Caleb Quanbeck
Chris Long
Marketing Manager, Walther Arms
Walther Arms
Episode: 2.16: From Drift Tracks to the Defensive Mindset with Walther Arms’ Chris Long & Caleb Quanbeck
Jade Struck
A passionate firearms instructor and advocate for women's firearm education and safety.
Episode: 2.14 You’re Allowed to Evolve- An Unfiltered Conversation with Jade Struck
Julie Golob
Professional competition shooter, consultant, and author
Episode: 2.13 The Woman Behind the Wins: A Candid Conversation with Julie Golob
William Kirk
An attorney with over 30 years of experience and founder of Washington Gun Law
Washington Gun Law
Episode: 2.11 William Kirk of Washington Gun Law: The Legal Truth Behind Use-of-Force & Self-Defense

Host

Sofia
Host of She Shield

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 111 ratings
  • Love this pod!

    Thank you for creating a place where these conversations happen 🫶

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    austin-trvls
    United Statesa year ago
  • She Shield is incredibly informative and empowering!

    I really enjoy listening to Sofia’s podcast! She brings in so many different experts in the field, and provides helpful and applicable advice on how best to stay vigilant and safe as woman. I look forward to learning something different from her every week! Take a listen if you haven’t already!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jadeey Mic
    United Statesa year ago
  • Highly Recommend!

    She Shield is an excellent podcast for anyone interested in personal safety, offering a wealth of knowledge on topics like concealed carry, martial arts, and self-defense. Hosted by Sofia, the show features a diverse lineup of guest speakers each week, providing valuable insights and practical advice. I love how consistent and informative the episodes are, making it an engaging listen for both women and men. The fact that it's woman-led adds a unique and empowering perspective to the discussions... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoelleHS
    United Statesa year ago
  • Informative guests

    This show has a mix of information from martial to awareness.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PtrSctt
    United States2 years ago
  • She gives sound advice

    Listen all the time, great episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tupperware Torpedo!
    United States2 years ago

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Audiences value the host's focus on mentorship, inclusivity, and practical training over hype.
Listeners appreciate the practical safety guidance and actionable tips.
Experiences and diverse guest lineups are consistently described as informative and empowering.

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Talking Points

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2.16: From Drift Tracks to the Defensive Mindset with Walther Arms’ Chris Long & Caleb Quanbeck
Q: What advice would you give to someone entering the firearm space about protecting their home and learning safely?
Discusses buying a quality handgun first, finding credible instructors, and building a plan with realistic timeframes; emphasizes foundational training and avoiding poor, flashy gear purchases.
2.16: From Drift Tracks to the Defensive Mindset with Walther Arms’ Chris Long & Caleb Quanbeck
Q: Please introduce yourself to the listeners.
Chris Long introduces himself as the Marketing Manager of Walther Arms, in his fifth year, highlighting his shift from photography to a role focused on training and education within the brand.
2.14 You’re Allowed to Evolve- An Unfiltered Conversation with Jade Struck
Q: What would you say to a woman who is entering the industry and is kind of getting excited by all the lights, but is also wanting to stay true to who she is?
I'd ask her why she's doing it first. That there's a place for everything, and to find what makes her unique.
2.12 The Part of Self-Defense Most People Don’t Prepare For with Frank, the President of Right to Bear
Q: How do you navigate state to state legal differences as well as national law for a member?
They have legal counsel in every state to advise members appropriately, and they allow members to choose their own attorneys based on local expertise.
2.12 The Part of Self-Defense Most People Don’t Prepare For with Frank, the President of Right to Bear
Q: What separates a membership with Right To Bear from a policy that is kind of strictly an insurance policy?
Right To Bear operates as a membership association where funds are pooled to protect members' risks and offer flexibility that traditional insurance policies cannot, including coverage for various forms of self-defense.

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Content centers on personal safety, self-defense, and concealed carry with a focus on practical education and empowerment. Episodes feature instructors, athletes, legal experts, and safety advocates who share training tips, mindset, and real-world scenarios, with an emphasis on women's representation, responsible ownership, and holistic well-being. Noteworthy throughlines include training over gear, cross-industry partnerships for education, and the intersection of safety with health, mental wellness, and community support. The show often blends actionable how-tos with candid conversations about barriers, mentorship, and creating inclusive spaces in typically male-dominated domains.

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She Shield launched 4 years ago and published 126 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on She Shield include:

1. Madison Thompson
2. Alastair Steward
3. Michelle Waterson-Gomez
4. Jordyn (Jordynn)
5. Caleb Quanbeck
6. Chris Long
7. Jade Struck
8. Julie Golob

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