She Shield

Sofia Espina
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Nov 15, 2022 • 1h 10min

36: Sustainable Health and Wellness with Hannah Osmon of HOFIT

In Episode 36, Sofia interviews Hannah Osmon, the CEO of Hannah Osmon Fitness (HOFIT). HOFIT is a group of coaches focused on promoting health and personal development in the form of sustainable, long-term practices. Personal health is personal safety. Listen to learn about how you can better balance your health and wellness journey and in turn, practice defense of self. 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 "SHESHIELD10" for 10% off your next Ciguera Gear order to save and support the pod!All links: https://linktr.ee/sheshieldpodResources mentioned in this episode:1. Hannah Osmon Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/hannahosmon?fbclid=PAAaYdxD4OKcWmIMcqkZyrEPGmT5l-rZV8L_6CuIuO6jnP4424yxVjhmIs18U2. Hannah Osmon Instagram: https://instagram.com/hannahosmon?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=3. Team HOFIT instagram: https://instagram.com/teamhofit?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
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Nov 1, 2022 • 1h 10min

35: Fit to Fight with Ryan Hoover and Amber Staklinksi

In Episode 35, Sofia interviews Ryan Hoover and Amber Staklinksi from Fit to Fight. Amber has done martial arts her entire life including Krav Maga, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jistu, and more. Ryan began learning self-defense in the form of wrestling and Krav Maga and began teaching in 1997. He then began Fit to Fight in 2008 as a training center for those who need it most in order to fill the gaps he experienced in the self-defense world. Amber and Ryan currently teach in Charlotte, NC and are constantly improving their teaching model to better serve their students. Fit to Fight also offers online training for those who are not able to travel. 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 "SHESHIELD10" for 10% off your next Ciguera Gear order to save and support the pod!All links: https://linktr.ee/sheshieldpodResources mentioned in this episode: 1. Fit to Fight links: https://linktr.ee/fittofightrepublic2. Ryan Hoover Social Media: https://instagram.com/ryanhooverftf?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=3. Amber Staklinski Social Media: https://instagram.com/amberthize?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
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Oct 18, 2022 • 1h 10min

34: Women's (Realistic) Self-Defense with Christun Erwin, the Healthy Buffalo

In Episode 34, Sofia interviews Chirstun Erwin, a women's self-defense instructor who's passion lies in teaching women to defend themselves from the moment pre-assault cues are noticed.  After Christun earned her second-degree blackbelt in karate, she began developing an interest in how women's self-defense should be taught due to common occurrences such the freeze response. Christun began training Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. She has also attended multiple Extreme Close Quarter Concepts courses with Shivworks, Craig Douglas and Knife Control Concepts (KCC) with Aaron Jannetti and Eli Knight, under which is now an instructor. Chistun has developed a program to teach women's defense in realistic manner and is now traveling to teach and empower women.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 "SHESHIELD10" for 10% off your next Ciguera Gear order to save and support the pod!All links: https://linktr.ee/sheshieldpodResources mentioned in Ep. 34: 1. Christun's Social Media links: https://instagram.com/healthy.buffalo?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= 2. Dead or Alive by Jeff Thompson: Dead or Alive - The Definitive Self-Protection Handbookhttps://www.goodreads.com › book › show3. Knife Control Concepts: https://endeavordcf.thinkific.com/courses/knife-control-concepts-module-14. Shivworks (Craig Douglas): https://shivworks.com/5. Fit to Fight (Ryan and Amber): https://fittofight.com/6. Rogue Methods: https://rogue-methods.com/training7. Field Craft Survival: https://fieldcraftsurvival.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjw-rOaBhA9EiwAUkLV4o82cn2Wq_5DfJPlyUSNkMq9JcX5HPrenHeZ9MmEqlAyNuP5QvnLLhoCPjgQAvD_BwE8. On Her Own: https://onherown.life/
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Oct 4, 2022 • 1h 38min

33: Sarah Albrecht from Hold My Guns on Mental Health Resources for Gun Owners

In Episode 33 Sofia interviews Sarah Albrecht, the Founder and Executive Director of Hold my Guns® (HMG). HMG is a non-profit organization that offers Crisis Awareness Training and partners with federal firearm licensed locations to provide off-site firearm storage for those who are struggling with mental health amongst other safety reasons.  You can help the cause by donating to Hold My Guns via this link: https://holdmyguns.networkforgood.com/projects/133506-test-campaign If you are unable to donate, you can help by reposting HMG on your social media and by telling your local FFLs about HMG so that more FFLs can join the team. 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 "SHESHIELD10" for 10% off your next Ciguera Gear order to save and support the pod!All links: https://linktr.ee/sheshieldpodResources mentioned in this episode: Hold My Guns® Website: https://holdmyguns.org/#blogHMG Donation link: https://holdmyguns.networkforgood.com/projects/133506-test-campaignHMG Linktree: https://linktr.ee/HoldMyGunsOrg2ADoc: https://www.2adoc.com/QPR Training Inquiries email: info@holdmyguns.orgLink to instagram post for “The Largest-Ever Survey of American Gun-Owners…” https://www.instagram.com/p/Ci_gRAYLRAT/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY=
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Sep 19, 2022 • 1h 27min

32: Jon and Sarah Hauptman from Phlster Holsters and Concealment

In Episode 32, Sofia interviews Jon and Sara Hauptman of Phlster. Jon and Sarah have transcended the holster industry from years of trials, research, and experience. They began selling the Enigma, an efficient and versatile concealment solution for all body types and training purposes while producing educational content for all topics concealed-carry. 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 "SHESHIELD10" for 10% off your next Ciguera Gear order to save and support the pod!All links: https://linktr.ee/sheshieldpodResources mentioned: 1. Phlster website: https://www.phlsterholsters.com/2. John Murphy: https://www.fpftraining.com/fpf-instructors3. Gun's Guide to Liberals: https://gunsguidetoliberals.libsyn.com/4. National Firearms Policy Coalition: https://www.firearmspolicy.org/
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Sep 5, 2022 • 1h 2min

31: Eli Knight of Knight Jiu-Jitsu and Knife Control Concepts

In Episode 31, Sofia interviews Eli Knight of Knife Control Concepts and Knight Jiu-Jitsu on Youtube. Mr Knight has trained BJJ for over thirty years and is known for connecting the sport aspect and self-defense aspect of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, including edged-weapons training. If you are interested in the exclusive content associated with this episode, become a Patreon via the linktree! Thank you to Ciguera Gear for sponsoring this episode. Use the code "SHESHIELD10" for 10% off your next Ciguera Gear order to save and support the pod!All links: https://linktr.ee/sheshieldpodResources mentioned: Knight Jiu-Jitsu on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KnightJiuJitsuEli Knight’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knight_jiu_jitsu_/?hl=enKnife Control Concepts: https://endeavordcf.thinkific.com/courses/knife-control-concepts-module-1
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Aug 22, 2022 • 1h 29min

30: Tatiana Whitlock, the National Director of Training for "A Girl and a Gun" and Professional Firearm Educator

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 Educator across the country and online. 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 "SHESHIELD10" for 10% off your next Ciguera Gear order to save and support the pod!All links: https://linktr.ee/sheshieldpodResources mentioned in this episode: 1. Tatiana Whitlock's Social Links: https://www.instagram.com/tatianawhitlock/?hl=en2. Tatiana Whitlock's website (for online training and more): https://tatianawhitlock.com/3. Annette Evans' social media: https://www.instagram.com/blastingbeauty/?hl=en4. Link to "On Her Own" by Annette Evans: https://onherown.life/5. Phlster Enigma: https://www.phlsterholsters.com/shop-enigma/ and Sport Belt: https://www.phlsterholsters.com/shop/enigma-sport-belt/6. Trijicon RMR Red Dot: https://www.trijicon.com/products/product-family/trijicon-rmr-RM06-RM07-RM097. Walther PDP F-Series: https://waltherarms.com/pdp-f-series/8. A Girl and A Gun: https://tatianawhitlock.com/a-girl-a-gun/9. Spanx Jean-Like Pant: https://spanx.com/products/jean-ish-ankle-leggings?variant=39774463754451&gclid=Cj0KCQjw0oyYBhDGARIsAMZEuMsxwUjVTnagH2oa6LH0vBkoEaxrfjhTMa6SK8gWUmjg825fZmaI88MaAke2EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds10. Off-body carry course: http://www.thegundivas.com/11. Babywearing and Carrying with Melody Lauer: https://www.facebook.com/LimatunesRangeDiary/photos/a.309345162431.149677.149344037431/10153051032337432/?type=1&theater
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Aug 8, 2022 • 1h 16min

29: Competition Shooting and Concealed Carry with Former and Future World and National Champion, Justine Williams

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 multiple World Titles in USPSA, IPSC, PCSL, IDPA, and Steel Challenge.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 "SHESHIELD10" for 10% off your next Ciguera Gear order to save and support the pod!All links: https://linktr.ee/sheshieldpodResources mentioned in this episode: 1. Justine's Links:  https://instagram.com/justine_williams_shooting?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
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Jul 25, 2022 • 1h 7min

28: PDP F-Series and Concealed Carry with Chris Long from Walther Arms (Guest Speaker)

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 incredible option for women's concealed carry.  Chris also discusses the ramifications of using a red-dot along with his experience as a Modern Samurai Project Instructor and Competitive Shooter. Chris Long On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cannon762/?hl=en @cannon762If you are interested in exclusive content, become a Patreon via the linktree.Thank you to Ciguera Gear for sponsoring this episode. Use the code "SHESHIELD10" for 10% off your next Ciguera Gear order to save and support the pod!All links: https://linktr.ee/sheshieldpodResources mentioned in this Episode: 1. Walther PDP F-Series https://waltherarms.com/pdp-f-series/2.  Modern Samurai Project: https://www.modernsamuraiproject.com/3. Steve Anderson Shooting (Books and Drills): https://www.andersonshooting.com/All links to Big Tex Ordnance Website for Red DotsUse code "FIT4FIA" for 10% off of your order and Free Shipping 1. Red dot Holosun 509t: https://www.bigtexordnance.com/product/holosun-509t-x2-moa-dot-or-65-moa-circle-miniature-red-dot-sight-he509t-rd-x2/OR Holoson 507: https://www.bigtexordnance.com/product/holosun-he507k-gr-x2-2-moa-dot-or-32-moa-circle-miniature-green-dot-sight-he507k-gr/2. Trijicon SRO:  https://www.bigtexordnance.com/product/new-trijicon-sro-specialized-reflex-optic/3. Trijicon RMR: https://www.bigtexordnance.com/product/trijicon-rmr-type-2-sight-adjustable-led-3-25-6-6moa-dots-rm06-rm07/4. Stiner MPS: https://www.bigtexordnance.com/product/steiner-mps-3-3-moa-micro-pistol-sight-8700-mps/
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Jul 20, 2022 • 50min

27: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Chat with Arlena Tran (Guest Speaker)

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 practitioner. I love Arlena and so will you all! 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 "SHESHIELD10" for 10% off your next Ciguera Gear order to save and support the pod!All links: https://linktr.ee/sheshieldpod

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