GO Beyond Podcast RD2023: Charneta Samms

Published on November 10, 2023
Duration: 18:58

Charneta Samms, head of the Baltimore chapter of 'Girl in a Gun,' discusses the growing trend of black women embracing firearm ownership for self-defense. She emphasizes the importance of a supportive, women-only training environment that starts at a comfortable pace, often with smaller calibers to manage recoil. Samms highlights that new shooters often have fewer bad habits to unlearn, making the initial training process smoother.

Quick Summary

Black women are leading the charge in firearm ownership, driven by a need for self-protection. Organizations like 'Girl in a Gun' offer specialized training in supportive, women-only environments, helping new shooters build confidence and proficiency, often starting with smaller calibers to manage recoil.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Range Day 2023 Podcast
  2. 00:40Introducing Charneta Samms of 'Girl in a Gun'
  3. 01:51Black Women Leading Firearm Ownership Trends
  4. 02:09Reasons for Increased Firearm Ownership Among Black Women
  5. 03:40The Importance of Female Instructors for Women
  6. 04:08Natural Accuracy in New Female Shooters
  7. 04:43Training New Shooters vs. Experienced Shooters
  8. 05:14Baltimore Chapter of 'Girl in a Gun'
  9. 06:06African-American Women in Gun Ownership Discussion
  10. 07:11Advice for Women Considering Gun Ownership
  11. 08:21The Value of a Supportive Training Environment
  12. 09:40Importance of Spaces for Black Women with Black Women
  13. 10:52Listener Call: Terry from Georgia
  14. 11:51Motorcycle Riding and Firearm Training
  15. 12:34Recommendation: My Sister's Keeper Defense
  16. 13:26Training for Unique Scenarios
  17. 14:29Charneta Samms' Personal Journey into Firearms
  18. 15:35Facilitating a Shooting Competition
  19. 15:46Competition Reactions and Equalizers
  20. 16:25Intimidation Factor in Competitive Shooting
  21. 17:06John's 'Dairy Queen' Experience
  22. 18:37Break for SiriusXM

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are black women increasingly interested in firearm ownership?

Black women are becoming the fastest-growing group in firearm ownership due to concerns for personal safety and a desire to protect themselves and their families. They are actively seeking training and exercising their Second Amendment rights.

What makes 'Girl in a Gun' training effective for women?

'Girl in a Gun' provides a women-only, supportive environment where participants can learn at their own pace. This setting helps overcome intimidation and allows for focused training, often starting with smaller calibers to manage recoil effectively.

Are there specific reasons for women's natural accuracy with firearms?

Yes, women may exhibit natural accuracy due to smaller body movement arcs and better diaphragm control, which minimizes body disruption during firing. This can lead to a more stable shooting platform compared to some male shooters.

What advice is given to new female shooters?

New female shooters are advised to try firearms in a supportive environment, start with smaller calibers to manage recoil, and focus on learning without the pressure of prior experience. Many find the initial experience less intimidating than expected.

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