The Women Who Hunt Podcast

In this episode of the Women Who Hunt Podcast, we explore what it really means to stay calm when it counts. Hybrid athlete and podcaster Monique McCreanor joins us to talk about competing in high-pressure hybrid events that combine endurance, strength, and precision — including shooting and other outdoor skills. We dive into how athletes learn to control breathing, focus the mind, and trust themselves under fatigue, and why those same skills are critical for women stepping into shooting and hunting for the first time. This episode covers: • Staying calm under pressure • Shooting with a high heart rate • Building self-trust and confidence • The crossover between hybrid sport and hunting • Why women don’t need permission to take up space If you’re a woman interested in shooting, hunting, or pushing past self-doubt, this conversation will leave you feeling grounded, capable, and inspired. 🎧 Listen now and join the Women Who Hunt community.

This special collaboration brings together independent hunting and outdoor podcast hosts from across Australia for a calm, evidence-based discussion on proposed changes to firearms legislation in New South Wales and beyond. We begin by acknowledging the tragic events that have reignited public debate, and we extend our sincere condolences to the victims, their families, and affected communities. These losses deserve thoughtful, respectful consideration — and policy responses grounded in facts, not fear. Across this roundtable, the hosts share a common position: law-abiding firearms owners are not responsible for acts of terrorism or violent extremism, and changes to lawful ownership would not have prevented such acts. The conversation explores what the proposed reforms could mean in real terms — for safety, due process, conservation, sport, regional economies, and family traditions. Topics include humane hunting practices, competition disciplines, ownership limits, appeal rights, registry proposals, and the practical impacts on small businesses and rural communities. Industry experience, historical context, and lived realities are examined without sensationalism or division. This is not a culture-war discussion. It is a unified call for rational policy, accountability, and integrity in public discourse — and for Australians to engage respectfully, act locally, and support one another. Featuring voices from: Wild Origins Australia, Get Outdoors with Drew and Cam, Australian Hunting Podcast, Into the Dark Podcast, Australian Hunting Backcountry Podcast, Hunting Connection Podcast, Nature’s Perks, and The Hunting Republic Podcast. If this conversation resonates, share it thoughtfully, communicate respectfully with decision-makers, and check in on your community. Calm, informed voices — together — matter.

Most people think you need to start young. Donna Hobden proves them wrong. Her journey is fearless, grounded, and full of the kind of honesty that hits home. This episode dives into the remarkable moment Donna decided to step onto the range for the very first time — not in her twenties, not in her forties, but at sixty! What followed wasn’t just learning how to shoot. It was confidence. It was community. It was a rediscovery of courage, curiosity, and personal power. Donna opens up about what it feels like to be a complete beginner later in life, the hurdles she pushed through, the small wins that became turning points, and how shooting has reshaped the way she sees herself today. If you’ve ever told yourself “I’m too old” or “I’ve missed my chance,” Donna’s story will rewrite that belief in real time. This is growth. This is grit. This is what starting again truly looks like. If you’re looking for a story that challenges the rules about age, growth, and what’s possible — this is the one.  

In this special edition of Women Who Hunt, I sit down with Christie Green — land and water steward, landscape architect, educator, hunter, and author of the powerful memoir Moonlight Elk: One Woman’s Hunt for Food and Freedom. I first discovered Christie through her book on Audible, and the moment I pressed play, I couldn’t stop listening. Her voice, her honesty, and the way she moves through the wild with intention and courage resonated deeply — and this conversation is every bit as powerful. Christie shares how learning to hunt transformed her life across the landscapes of New Mexico and Alaska. From harvesting her own food to shedding the expectations placed on women, her journey is a raw and inspiring exploration of freedom, place, and identity. We dive into: how Christie learned to hunt elk, deer, and turkey the connection between food, land, and belonging navigating a male-dominated hunting culture transforming fear into intuition and confidence the themes behind Moonlight Elk her upcoming books, Salmon Dreaming and The New Meridian This episode goes deep — into instinct, courage, womanhood, wilderness, and the profound lessons that hunting offers. If you’re a woman who hunts, wants to hunt, or loves powerful stories from the outdoors, this conversation will stay with you long after it ends. Connect with Christie Green: Get your copy of Moonlight Elk — available in print, e-book, and Audible. https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0FG8D28HT/?tag=guntradersaus-22   Connect with Women Who Hunt: Instagram: @womenwhohunt.au Website: womenwhohunt.com.au

In this episode, we sit down with Aleesha Comley, a leading voice in the modern muzzleloading community and a powerful inspiration for female hunters across Australia and beyond. As the driving force behind KNO3CS, Aleesha shares her passion for traditional muzzleloaders, black powder shooting, and her incredible experience firing replica cannon — a rare and exciting part of the sport that sets her apart. Aleesha opens up about how she began her journey, the support she draws from her family, the challenges she sets for herself, and why she’s become such an influential mentor for women like Rachel Hobden. This episode is a deep dive into tradition, resilience, and the tight-knit world of the muzzleloader community. Follow Aleesha on Instagram: @Aussie_annies_got_a_gun  Explore KNO3CS: https://kno3cs.square.site/ Watch their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Kno3cs_TML_Inc If you're passionate about women who hunt, traditional gear, and stories that ignite inspiration — you’ll love this conversation.