Outside She Goes

Today we discuss the 1982 Alpine Meadows Avalanche disaster. A storm that took the lives of many people, but spared one, Anna Conrad. We discuss Anna's harrowing experience, and the amazing dog that saved her, Bridget. Sources: Buried: The Alpine Meadows Avalanche , https://static1.squarespace.com/static/59d2a0f0e9bfdf20d6d654b7/t/5a5fc99824a69456c83a670b/1516226975124/TAR+1-1.pdf https://unof...

Today, we discuss the Kentucky Derby! And how for the first time in history, a horse trained by a woman won! Just another way women are breaking down barriers in a male dominated world.

Unlock the incredible journey of Christina Koch, the first woman to travel beyond low Earth orbit and break the spacewalk record. From her childhood dream of Antarctica and space to living 328 days on the International Space Station, her story exemplifies relentless pursuit, resilience, and curiosity. Discover how she navigated extreme environments—from sub-zero Antarctic winters to the vacuum of...

Today we discuss two botanical baddies Elzada Clover and Lois Jotter who rafted the length of the Colorado River and mapped the flora they found along the way! SOURCES BOOK: Brave the Wild River: The Untold Story of Two Women Who Mapped the Botany of the Grand Canyon by Melissa L. Sevigny https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pE6g_MHtYxo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlXxoaia78M https://aadl.org/elzad...

Sorry for the month off! We are going to be back on our regularly scheduled programming for the foreseeable future! Today we discuss how Sephora is now the official beauty sponsor of F1 Academy. An academy set up to help women achieve racing greatness. Sources: https://newsroom.sephora.com/f1-academy-and-sephora-launch-partnership-ahead-of-2026-season/ https://www.lvmh.com/en/news-lvmh/sephora-and...

ESPN recently announced Women’s Sports Sundays, a new primetime block dedicated to women’s sports featuring marquee matchups from the WNBA and NWSL.  On one hand, more primetime visibility for women’s sports is long overdue and worth celebrating. But on the other, a nine-week summer showcase still feels like a small step in an industry that continues to treat women’s sports as a special feature ra...

Today we are discussing what has been exploding in the news this past week. The phone call the US Men's Hockey Team received to congratulate them on their big Gold win, and the belittlement of the US Women's Hockey Team, who also took home the gold.

Today we discuss Bessie Coleman, the first Black and Native American woman to earn her international pilot's license. When planes were still in their infancy, Bessie traveled all the way to France to learn how to fly. We discuss her journey through life. Sources https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Pxyfrd_1gA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4tgR3znEpNE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtuCpLQ8DCw h...

When we picture lighthouse keepers, we tend to imagine something romantic and solitary—a bearded man on a rocky shore, battling the elements. But in the United States during the 19th century, lighthouse keeping was deeply practical, deeply demanding work, and women were far more involved than most of us realize. In this episode, we take a closer look at female lighthouse keepers and the essential...

Monster is releasing women 's-specific energy drinks, and the internet is up in arms! Make sure you listen in to hear our thoughts about this new beverage. https://parade.com/news/backlash-erupts-monster-energy-drink-female-focused-flrt-line

Exploration of the history of stagecoach women, highlighting their bravery and resilience in delivering mail across treacherous terrains in the 1700s and 1800s. Recounts stories of remarkable women like Stagecoach Mary and Charlie Parkhurst, who defied societal norms and proved their strength in a male-dominated world. Highlights include Mary Fields and Charley Parkhurst. Sources Stagecoach Women...

Today we discuss Sarah Perry, the UK based runner who became the last woman standing at the Backyard Ultra and the ONLY person to finish the daunting Hill. https://www.espn.com/espn/story/_/id/46700309/british-runner-sarah-perry-sets-new-records-backyard-ultra-world-championships

In today's episode we discuss two women who are taking back the land and how we look and interact with our food. From foraging to community gardens we talk about it all. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMPT2ezbZs4 https://open.spotify.com/episode/4tdG8qMmQfGOXvBwPNWHDN?si=206a737cbc58476c https://now.tufts.edu/2025/11/04/black-forager-nibbles-campus https://www.npr.org/sections/codeswitch/2021/09/...

Happy 2026!! This was a little schedule rearrangement, so apologies for not acknowledging the new year or first episode back. Erin Jackson's journey to speed skating was unorthodox.. as it started on land! Tune in today and let us know what you think of her incredible journey to winning a gold medal! https://www.usspeedskating.org/profiles/erin-jackson https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSUxoZ9jLk...

Today we talk all things Outside She Goes, why we changed out name, why we started the podcast. Any of your juicy questions are probably answered here! So sit back, grab a drink, and get ready to chat with your besties.

In this episode, we explore the legacy of the Trimates — Jane Goodall, Dian Fossey, and Biruté Galdikas — three women who transformed primatology through empathy, long-term immersion, and a deep respect for primates as individuals. Their groundbreaking work reshaped how we understand our closest relatives and continues to guide conservation today. Sources: The Human Evolution Blog Celebrate Califo...

Today we dive into Marie Dorion's journey west. She was a translator, guide, and survivor against all odds. SAVE OUR SIGNS: https://sites.google.com/umn.edu/save-our-signs/home Sources: - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6rJXpSURKSvocutEGC0xC1?si=e1fba8febfa24245 - https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/marie-dorion.htm#:~:text=For%20three%20months%2C%20Marie%20and,with%20the%20Walla%20Walla%20peopl...

Caite Zeliff isn’t just a skier — she’s a mirror for anyone who’s ever had to start over. From the highs of winning Kings and Queens of Corbet’s to the lows of injury and identity loss, this episode digs into her story of resilience, reinvention, and what it really means to redefine the send. Sources: https://www.freeskier.com/qa-getting-real-with-caite-zeliff https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgQHs...

Today, we discuss Julie Brock and Jessica Guo. Julie Brock completed the fastest southbound trek of the PCT at 59! And Jessica Guo became the first woman to ever complete the CDT and GDT! SOURCES - https://www.instagram.com/reel/DNtqjI8WJAn/?igsh=MXZrYXpxdG1weG55bw== https://thetrek.co/pacific-crest-trail/partially-blind-grandmother-thru-hikes-pct-in-under-70-days/

That's right. Natalie Grabow did that. On October 16, 2025 she became the oldest woman ever to finish the Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii. This story radiates possibility and should inspire us all to continue to push boundaries. Sources: https://www.npr.org/2025/10/16/nx-s1-5575128/ironman-oldest-female-finisher-natalie-grabow https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6723502/2025/10/17/nata...

A little bit of a different episode for us! But with her death anniversary being today, we felt it could be nice to remember the incredible life store of Grizzly 399, the Queen of the Tetons. Sources https://www.mangelsen.com/grizzly/ Grizzly 399 Queen of the Tetons Movie  https://www.backpacker.com/survival/bears/grizzly-bear-399-death-accident/ https://wyofile.com/goodbye-399-jackson-hole-global...

Today we dive into the INCREDIBLE story of Celia Hunter and Virginia, Ginny, Wood. These two women were pioneer conservationists who shaped the course of Alaska's history. https://campdenali.com/blog/ginny-wood-celia-hunter https://campdenali.com/about/history https://www.adventure-journal.com/2022/12/conservation-legend-celia-hunter-on-alaskan-development-to-hell-with-that/?srsltid=AfmBOoqvqhFJtZ...

Today we discuss Carlie and her new approach to ownership!! A hands on method that we are super excited about. Let us know what you think about team owners being on the sidelines. https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/nfl/colts/2025/09/17/colts-owner-carlie-sidelines-carlie-irsay-gordon-headset/86198290007/ https://www.colts.com/news/carlie-irsay-gordon-ownership-owner-plan-vision-process-jim-irsa...

A fun little internal podcast collab!! We loved doing this! Each of us presents 2 stories of 2 different women who shaped Yosemite National Park's history. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3 Source 4 Source 5 Source 6 Source 7 Source 8 Source 9 Source 10 Source 11 Source 12 Source 13 Source 14 Source 15 Source 16 Source 17 Source 18 Source 19 Source 20 Source 21 Source 22 Source 23 Source 24 Source 25...

Tara Dower didn’t just hike Vermont’s Long Trail. A whole lot of grit and a little bit of suffering got her through to shatter the supported speed record.