What does it mean to live wild, bold, and fully authentic? In Episode 6 of the Halfway Feral Podcast, we’re joined by Sam Krieg—an outdoor athlete and entrepreneur who’s part mountain lion, part ultra-runner, and 100% true to herself.

Sam shares her journey from solo fastpacking adventures to launching a purpose-driven business built around her passion for the outdoors. We dive into the mindset it takes to train with intention, live with courage, and build something meaningful without losing your wild edge.

This episode is packed with real talk on burnout, bravery, and chasing big dreams—and it’s a reminder that authenticity is the real trailhead to freedom.

🔥 Inside This Episode:

• How Sam discovered fastpacking and ultra-running
• The messy middle of building a purpose-led outdoor business
• Lessons on grit, burnout, and bravery from the trail
• Advice for women embracing their wild nature

If you’re into backpacking, trail running, outdoor entrepreneurship, or living more aligned with your true self, this conversation will light a fire for your next adventure.

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Episode 5 of the Halfway Feral Podcast dives into the power of grit with Heidi Thompson, founder of Gritty Habits—a women-owned outdoor lifestyle brand based in the Pacific Northwest.

Heidi shares her journey of creating a brand “for women, by women, in support of women,” and how Gritty Habits is empowering outdoor women to embrace their resilience, strength, and wild spirit. We explore what grit really means in the outdoors, the challenges of building a women-led brand in the hunting and adventure space, and why embracing discomfort is key to both personal growth and entrepreneurship.

If you’re passionate about women in the outdoors, love stories of bold adventure, and want to hear how grit can transform the way you approach challenges, this episode is full of inspiration and insight.

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Podcast Guest: Brooke Smith – @morethanahunt

Episode 4 of the Halfway Feral Podcast features Brooke Smith—a powerhouse businesswoman turned adult-onset hunter who is proving it’s never too late to chase adventure.

Brooke shares her journey of stepping into hunting later in life and how it’s transformed her perspective on the outdoors. We dive into the story of her hunt of a lifetime—a 10-day horseback expedition through the rugged Yukon wilderness in pursuit of moose and caribou. From the physical and mental challenges to the breathtaking highs, Brooke’s Yukon hunt redefined her limits and deepened her passion for wild places.

As the voice behind @morethanahunt, Brooke is redefining what it means to be a modern hunter—bringing grit, heart, and purpose to every pursuit. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to start hunting later in life, or dreamed of epic backcountry adventures, this episode will leave you inspired to step boldly into your own journey.

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Got an outdoor adventure story to share? We'd love to hear it! Email us at [email protected] to be a guest on the show.

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Episode 3 of the Halfway Feral Podcast is packed with adventure and inspiration! We’re joined by Alex Gentry, founder of Women’s Outdoor Collective—an “adventure mom” who’s as comfortable chasing black bears in the backcountry as she is surf perch fishing on the coast.

Alex shares her journey into hunting and fishing, the realities of balancing motherhood with outdoor pursuits, and her mission to help more women step confidently into the world of adventure. From backcountry bear hunts to building community, this episode is a deep dive into what it means to live wild, raise capable kids, and empower women through the outdoors.

If you’re passionate about hunting, fishing, and creating stronger connections with nature, this episode is filled with stories, advice, and encouragement to take your next step into the wild.

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On this week’s Halfway Feral Podcast, we sit down with Lia to talk about her bold career shift from the world of exercise science to becoming a full-time fly-fishing guide in Colorado. 🎣

Lia shares what inspired the transition, what it’s like guiding on Colorado’s rivers, and the lessons she’s learned about resilience, adaptability, and following your passion. From the science of the human body to the art of reading water, this conversation is all about finding your path in the outdoors.

Whether you love fly fishing, dream of guiding, or are curious about making your own career pivot, this episode will leave you inspired to chase what lights you up.

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In this kickoff episode of the Halfway Feral Podcast, get to know your hosts Kim and Austin as they share who they are, their outdoor backgrounds, and what inspired them to start this show.

From hunting and backcountry adventures to strength training, outdoor skills, and the mindset it takes to live fully in the wild, Kim and Austin open up about their vision for the podcast: creating a space where women can find stories, strategies, and inspiration to get stronger, more capable, and more connected to the outdoors.

Whether you’re here for hunting stories, backpacking tips, or conversations about resilience, grit, and adventure, this first episode lays the foundation for what’s to come.

🌲 Inside This Episode:

• Meet your hosts, Kim and Austin
• Why Halfway Feral was created
• What you can expect from upcoming episodes
• How this podcast will inspire women to get stronger, wilder & more capable outdoors

Got an outdoor adventure story to share? We'd love to hear it! Email us at [email protected] to be a guest on the show.

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Spear Strength: Download the FREE Woman Built Wild Blueprint

Nutrition: 1st Phorm

Digi-Scope: Ollin Co

Preparedness: Uncharted Supply Co