She Goes Beyond

EP 70: She's a passionate hunter, storyteller, and independent woman who's carving out her own path in the outdoors. Through every hunt, every challenge, and every story she shares, she's inspiring more women to step outside their comfort zones, chase adventure, and prove there's no one way to belong in this industry. Today we're talking hunting, social media, personal growth,...

EP 69: You heard her on Episode 55, so you already know Audrey Wikan doesn't do anything halfway. So naturally, she spent 39 days this spring chasing gobblers across 20 states,  punching 16 tags and making unforgettable memories. We're breaking down the highs of her season, the lows, and the beautiful stories from the road... and yes, we also get into the love life updates everyone is wait...

EP 68: What if I told you today's guest can decorate a house, shoot a bow, raise a family, grow a brand, and still make the rest of us wonder where she finds the time? She's built a life that blends motherhood, the outdoors, creativity, and ambition in a way that a lot of women aspire to. But behind the beautiful home projects, hunting content, and social media posts is a real woman naviga...

EP 67: She didn't grow up as the stereotypical outdoorswoman. In fact, she'd be the first to tell you that not too long ago, she would have described herself as a city girl. But somewhere along the way, fishing, adventure, and life in the outdoors became a huge part of who she is now. Today we're talking about that evolution, the pursuit of muskies, and everything she's learned alo...

EP 66: Today’s guest spent years working inside Canada’s federal penitentiary system as a crisis negotiator and mental health nurse, helping people through some of the most intense and traumatic moments imaginable. But after years of carrying the emotional weight of that work, she found herself facing her own battle with PTSD. What ultimately became part of her healing journey wasn’t just traditio...

EP 65: Most people will never know what it feels like to hook into a fish that feels more prehistoric than real—but today’s guest does. She’s built a strong presence in the outdoor world and showcases her adventures paddlefishing- sharing the adrenaline, the grit, and the reality behind a sport. Beyond the fish itself, she represents a new wave of women in the outdoors—showing up authentically, wo...

EP 64: There’s a narrative out there that hunting is something you have to be born into… that if you didn’t grow up in it, it’s not for you. But today’s guests are breaking that wide open. They’re creating a space where women can show up exactly as they are—no experience, no background—and leave stronger, more confident, and fully capable of doing hard things. Today’s episode is about women who re...

EP 63: Today's guest built a life around fishing and she doesn't just show up- she puts in the work, from trapping her own minnows, to really understanding what's happening on the water. We also get into what it looks like to bring her son along for all of it! How she's introducing him to fishing, minnow trapping and the outdoors in a real hands on way. Please welcome Susie Busta!!...

EP 62: This isn’t your typical ‘girls weekend’ energy. We’re talking discomfort, connection—and the kind of experiences that actually change you. And today, we’re also getting into a side of the outdoors that not everyone understands… bear hunting with hounds—the strategy behind building a pack, the discipline it takes to run dogs, and the split-second decisions when a bear is treed. I’m sitting d...

EP 61: Some people hunt... others, chase the hardest version of it. Today's guest is the woman behind PNW Huntress- an entrepreneur, a leader, someone who's always asking "what' s next". While most stick to the compound bow, she picked up a recurve, stripped it back, made sure it was hard and that tells you everything you need to know about her. From owning multiple businesse...

EP 60: Starting a business is hard. Starting a business in the hunting industry? Even harder. Starting a camouflage company as two women in a male-dominated space? We call that grit. Today I’m sitting down with Lori and Mary Caitlyn, the founders behind GreeneCo — a brand built by female hunters, for female hunters, with a focus on gear that actually fits us in and out of the woods. We talk about...

EP 59: Today I'm joined by Nicole Elfmann and we're diving into her 2025 season- the hunts that shaped her, the mental battles she faced, and what she plans to do to take her 2026 season up a notch. We talk about patience, strategy, overcoming fears and the internal dialogue that happens when you know a shot opportunity is seconds away. We also get into gear- including why she chose to run...

EP 58: The outdoor industry is changing and it's changing fast- social media has made dog training, hunting, and guiding look easier and more glamorous than ever before. But what people don't always see is the experience, ethics, and responsibility that should come with it . Today I'm joined by the owner of Wild Acre Kennels, a girl who has build her life around dogs, breeding, the out...

EP 57: Imagine the scent of pine in the air, a fire popping in the background, and a mug of hot coffee warming your hands while you're sitting on the most perfect, aesthetically pleasing couch... and then you meet the woman who turns those cabin dream moments into real life. Today I sit down with Shanyn Hart- once a major face in the outdoor industry, now an avid outdoorswoman and the creative...

EP 56: Some people grow up visiting special places… others step into the responsibility of protecting and leading them. Today’s guest is someone who’s doing exactly that— taking a resort in the middle of nowhere Reindeer Lake and getting it into tip top shape, crushing big fish out on the water as a guide. This girl is nothing short of HILARIOUS, kick ass and full of energy. we basically yelled an...

EP 55: Today’s guest is someone I’ve been really excited to sit down with. She’s the kind of woman who leads with heart, faith and grit. She’s the owner of DNA Social, a marketing agency that’s doing incredible work elevating blue-collar and outdoor brands and she’s also a spokeswoman for Drake Waterfowl — a role that fits her authenticity perfectly. Beyond the business and the brand partnerships,...

EP 54: Ask and you shall receive! Kyle and I had a huge influx of questions and interest about what we were doing on our annual spear fishing trip so we figured we'd use this week to chat about what spear fishing is, our set up and what you need to get started. It's a quick, easy listen with all of our how-tos and must haves! :) ENJOY! Connect with Kyle: @kylefriedges @beyondthe8outdoors O...

EP 53: Today's episode is for the girls who aren't afraid of recoil, muddy boots or a 4am wake-up call! Today's guest is a southern outdoorswoman who goes from dog days to duck blinds on repeat. She brings grit, skill and passion to anything bird related. Let's dive in and meet the sweetest, Hannah Hall! Connect with Hannah: @hannahhall126 Connect with Victoria: @shegoesbeyondthe8...

EP 52: Today’s episode is for the women who feel most alive with dirt on their boots, wind on their face, and a calling to something bigger than themselves. I’m sitting down with a woman who didn’t just fall in love with the outdoors — she built a movement around it. My guest is the founder of Her Outdoor Journey , a community that has become a home for women who want to learn, grow, challenge the...

EP 51: Today’s guest is redefining what fishing content looks like for us. She’s not just chasing fish — she’s building community, making people laugh, and she tells us today what it’s like partnering with resorts and local communities to bring experiences to life. With a rapidly growing and highly engaged audience, she’s mastered the art of blending authenticity, adventure, and strategy, all whil...

Today’s guest doesn’t follow a script — she writes her own. She's a pheasant guide, a free spirit, and an absolute force in wild places. She’s built a life around grit, independence, fire and doing hard things on her own terms. This episode is about confidence, freedom, and what it really takes to live bold and unapologetic. Buckle up — this one’s going to hit. Connect with Reggie: @wildland_gypsy...

Today’s guest is the definition of camo and couture . She’s Miss Illinois Volunteer, a passionate hunter, a leader rooted in service, and proof that women don’t have to choose just one lane. She’s redefining what it looks like to be strong, feminine, service-driven, and unapologetically yourself. We  talk confidence, conservation, femininity, and doing it all. Please welcome, Nicole Taylor!! Conne...

Motherhood didn’t pull today's guest out of the woods—it pushed her deeper into them. She is redefining what motherhood in the outdoors looks like. Refusing to let motherhood slow her down, she’s letting it fuel her. With two girls under two years old, she’s hiking, hunting, and building a thriving business while showing her daughters that the outdoors belongs to them too. We talk about how sh...

This week's guest joins from the lovely WISCONSIN! We talk about what her typical year looks like, being a woman of many traits- musky fishing, whitetail hunting in multiple states and so much more! We talk about choosing a bow, how she practices to feel confident when a buck walks in and she tells us all about her 2025 Kansas Archery buck! Please welcome Lauren Zipperer! Connect with Lauren:...

Today's guest is someone who can read a dog before the dog even knows what it's about to do... she's a professional trainer, a canine behaviorist, an upland and waterfowl fanatic and honestly? Probably the reason half of the dogs in the midwest have their life together! She has spent years turning chaos into confidence. Taking everyday family dogs and shaping them into steady, focused,...