Amateurs and Experts
Amateurs and Experts is brought to you by Erica Chin and Jessica Adanich from the Women’s Outdoor Media Association (WOMA). WOMA is dedicated to encouraging women in the outdoor endeavors of shooting sports, archery, fishing, and hunting. In this podcast, Erica and Jessica share their experience in outdoor sports as well as interview female experts. The goal of this podcast is to educate and empower women who are beginners, hobbyists, and competitors in a fun and relaxed setting.
Amateurs and Experts
Season 4 Kickoff: Maggie Reese Joins the Mic!
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Season 4 kicks off with Erica Chin welcoming professional shooter Maggie Reese as the new official co-host. The duo reflects on their recent success filming at SHOT Show 2026 within the Otis Technology booth and the incredible quality of guests they’ve hosted.
They announce a major milestone: the podcast will be heading to the NRA’s "Voices of 2A" Radio Row to capture new content. The conversation highlights upcoming WOMA events, such as the "She Never Quit" shooting camp and new hunting and fishing initiatives.
Erica and Maggie share personal stories about their own "amateur" beginnings—Erica as a massage therapist and Maggie as a reluctant fisher. The episode emphasizes the "Mama Bear" culture of the industry and the power of saying "yes" to new adventures.
It concludes with a call to action for women to join the WOMA team and sign up for the 2026 events.
Links
Otis Technology: otistec.com — Hosting the podcast booth at SHOT Show (01:10).
The WOMA: thewoma.org — The main organization website for membership and events (25:15).
NRA Ladies Luncheon: Mentioned as a bucket-list event for networking and auctions (06:52).
Key Takeaways
Mentorship is key: Most leaders in this space were "roped in" by other women who saw their potential.
Safe environments foster growth: Women-only training leads to massive confidence shifts in record time.
The industry is a lifestyle: It’s not just about products; it’s about community, organic living, and "mama bear" support.
Professionalism matters: High-quality media (like the Otis booth) elevates the entire message of the 2A community.
Key Words WOMA, SHOT Show, NRA, She Never Quit, Mentorship, Radio Row, Otis Technology, Female Empowerment, Shooting Sports, Hunting, Fishing, Leadership, Adventure.