Girl Dad Outdoors Podcast

What does a little girl digging worms on a glacial lake in Michigan's Upper Peninsula have to do with changing lives in Southwest Florida? Everything. This week on the Girl Dad Outdoors Podcast, Greg sits down with Debbie Hanson — award-winning outdoor writer, former ESPN radio show host, professional freshwater fishing guide, and current Community Outreach Director for the Freedom Waters Foundati...

She was one of the first female saltwater fishing captains in Tampa Bay. She competed on the professional redfish tournament circuit as part of the first all-female team to qualify for a national championship — finishing in the top 10 out of nearly 250 mostly male teams. And after 30 years, she's still on the water. Captain Leiza Fitzgerald joins Greg at the stunning waterfront of  Farlow's on the...

In this episode of Girl Dad Outdoors, host Greg Thompson sits down with Karlee Winkelman — daughter of outdoor legend Babe Winkelman and a lifelong hunter, angler, and outdoor media personality in her own right. Karlee grew up with a fishing rod in hand almost from birth, tagging along on hunts as an infant and traveling across North America with her family for decades of wild adventures. But this...

In this episode of the Girl Dad Outdoors podcast, host Greg Thompson speaks with Christine Peterson, a seasoned journalist and outdoor enthusiast. Christine shares her journey from childhood camping trips in a Volkswagen bus to her current life as a mother and outdoor advocate. The conversation explores the importance of integrating children into outdoor activities, the balance of family adventure...

In this episode of the Girl Dad Outdoors podcast, host Greg Thompson speaks with Land Tawney, a dedicated conservationist and father, about his journey in conservation and the importance of instilling outdoor values in the next generation. Tawney shares personal stories of his upbringing in Montana, the influence of his parents, and how he has carried on their legacy with his own children. The con...

In this episode, Scott Mackenthun joins the podcast to share his path from growing up as a farm kid in Minnesota to building a career in fisheries and outdoor education. Scott talks candidly about fatherhood, raising daughters who love the outdoors, and finding the balance between teaching skills and giving kids the freedom to explore on their own. He reflects on how hunting, fishing, and camping...

In this episode of the Girl Dad Outdoor Podcast , host Greg Thompson sits down with Emmy award-winning journalist Kris Millgate to talk about her 20-year journey in outdoor storytelling. From leaving network news to founding Tightline Media, Kris shares what it means to own your narrative, build a career on passion, and tell meaningful stories about wildlife and natural resources. She offers candi...

In this episode of the Girl Dad Outdoors podcast, host Greg Thompson interviews Lindsay Persico, a veteran of Alone the Beast and a passionate advocate for outdoor experiences. Lindsay shares her journey of growing up in an outdoor-driven family, the importance of fostering a love for nature in her children, and the lessons learned from her own childhood experiences. The conversation delves into t...