She Shield

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. 

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Resources mentioned in this episode: 

1. Hold My Guns® Website: https://holdmyguns.org/#blog
2. HMG Donation link: https://holdmyguns.networkforgood.com/projects/133506-test-campaign
3. HMG Linktree: https://linktr.ee/HoldMyGunsOrg
4. 2ADoc: https://www.2adoc.com/
5. QPR Training Inquiries email: [email protected]
6. Link to instagram post for “The Largest-Ever Survey of American Gun-Owners…” https://www.instagram.com/p/Ci_gRAYLRAT/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY=

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. 

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Resources mentioned: 
1. Phlster website: https://www.phlsterholsters.com/
2. John Murphy: https://www.fpftraining.com/fpf-instructors
3. Gun's Guide to Liberals: https://gunsguidetoliberals.libsyn.com/
4. National Firearms Policy Coalition: https://www.firearmspolicy.org/

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. 

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Resources mentioned: 

1. Knight Jiu-Jitsu on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KnightJiuJitsu
2. Eli Knight’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/knight_jiu_jitsu_/?hl=en
3. Knife Control Concepts: https://endeavordcf.thinkific.com/courses/knife-control-concepts-module-1

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. 

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Resources mentioned in this episode: 
1. Tatiana Whitlock's Social Links: https://www.instagram.com/tatianawhitlock/?hl=en
2. Tatiana Whitlock's website (for online training and more): https://tatianawhitlock.com/
3. Annette Evans' social media: https://www.instagram.com/blastingbeauty/?hl=en
4. 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-RM09
7. 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.ds
10. 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

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.

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Resources mentioned in this episode: 
1. Justine's Links:  https://instagram.com/justine_williams_shooting?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

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 
@cannon762

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Resources 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 Dots
Use 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/

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! 

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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 incredibly important concealed carry topics. 

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Mike's Links:
Instagram: @eighteenzulu
Website: https://www.cedarvalleyoutfitters.org/

Resources mentioned:
1. https://darkangelmedical.com/pocket-d-a-r-k-mini-trauma-kit/
2. https://tacmedsolutions.com/collections/trauma-ifak-medic-mass-casualty-kits/products/tacmed-pocket-medical-kit
3. https://tacmedsolutions.com/collections/m-a-r-c-h-tccc/products/sof-tourniquet?variant=40626596610247

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 work has been influenced by Craig Douglas with Shivworks. Aaron currently travels across the states to teach Knife Control Concepts and shares his knowledge on the topic, along with other self-defense topics. 

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Resources mentioned in this episode: 
1. Knife Control Concepts: https://taplink.cc/jannettiaaron
2. Aaron Jannetti Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jannettiaaron/?hl=en
3. Craig Douglas (Shivworks): https://shivworks.com/

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!

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Resources Mentioned in this episode: 
1. https://endeavordcf.thinkific.com/collections