Ignite Podcast

Class of 2024 scholarship recipient, Andrea Bouwman shares her experience applying and being selected for Women Hunts Field to Fork course. As a hairdresser and mom of 3, Andrea only had her husband as any connection to the world of hunting. Shortly after returning home her husband fell ill but she had her faith and a whole new family to support her. 

Where did you meet your best friend? Danny Henderson and Laura Carter were part of the first Women Hunt Field to Fork class in 2021. Even before they went to Texas for Field to Fork, they met and have been close ever since. They share the personal reasons they applied, what they learned at FTW Ranch, and how their hunting journeys have continued to grow since that first class.

Dana Dykema sits down with Kelli Poole, Partner Account Manager for Global Rescue. The two talk about how Global Rescue is more than insurance; it's a peace of mind membership designed to help wherever you are in the world. Kelli also shares about her recent hippo hunt in Africa. 

This episode explores how wildlife veterinarians and conservationists challenge stereotypes, blend science with field experience, while building bridges across different viewpoints. From zoo medicine to wild sheep health, friends and colleagues, Helen Schwantje and Dr. Peregrine Wolff share stories of collaboration, conservation funding, and the changing future of wildlife care and protection.

Emily Richett went from the newsroom as a reporter, living a vegan lifestyle, to applying for the Women Hunt course and being selected! That experience launched her to embark on a journey to write a book and open up an opportunity in her state for adult women and female youth to learn to hunt.

Two inspiring women from Wyoming and Colorado reveal how everyday community effort, mentorship, and passion can make a real difference. When Bralli Clifford and Jann Demaske share their stories, they prove that leadership isn’t about titles; it’s about creating space for others, building family-like communities, and fighting for our outdoor heritage — one step at a time.

This week's episode features Sue Skold, treasurer on the Women Hunt committee, and Rachel Rossiter of Hudson farm, located in New Jersey. There is an exciting new partnership happening with their Griffin & Howe Academy and Women Hunt. Tune in to hear about it!

This week's episode dives into the culinary side of hunting. Chef Shelly Meyer is a passionate wild game chef that is fascinated by limitless flavor combinations and cooking techniques. She dives into her start as a foodie, restaurant ownership and her line of spices created to elevate any dish without the fillers most spices have. Shelly is an advocate for conservation which pairs well with her skills as a chef to honor the harvest from field to fork. 

Cheyenne Hoy was the second recipient of the Rubye Mayflower Blake Legacy Fund. Dana and Cheyenne discuss the incredible man her husband, Clayton, was and his love for the outdoors. Dana compliments Cheyenne on her optimistic outlook as she looks to the future with her two young children and keeping her husband's legacy alive for them to continue to pursue the outdoors in his honor. 

Dana and Derek discuss the Hunt Fish Podcast Summit at Pintail Hunting Club, Texas. They reflect on the event's growth, the importance of networking, and the joy of in-person connections. The conversation highlights their shared passion for conservation, podcasting, and the impact of community-building initiatives.

In this episode, Dana Dykema sits down with Michael Shearer of Fishing's Future. They explore the importance of mentorship in conservation, share personal fishing stories, and highlight the organization's mission to connect families through fishing. Michael's passion for education and community shines throughout.

Most of us have no idea how deeply rivers influence our daily lives—yet they’re the backbone of communities, ecosystems, and economies. Matt Rice, Southwest Regional Director at American Rivers, reveals how even small changes in river systems ripple into profound impacts on water security, agriculture, and wildlife conservation.