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Episode 1: Welcome to the very first episode of She Goes Beyond with Victoria Friedges. Today we are kicking things off by talking shop. I give you a brief run-through of my life and why I’m so into this little thing we call the outdoors. I tell a few stories that end up in me giving my dad a hard time but trust me, you’ll agree he deserves it once you listen. Most importantly, this episode covers exactly why I’m here, my vision for She Goes Beyond and how we’re going to create a space for women living a life full of hunting and fishing without letting the crown slip. Thank you so much for being here. I hope you enjoy every second of this!

Connect with Me:

Podcast Instagram: @shegoesbeyondthe8

Personal Instagram: @victoria_friedges

Taylor and Co: (use Victoria10 for a discount!)
https://taylorandco.boutique

Instagram: @taylorandco.apothecary

Headwaters Hat Co:

www.headwatershatcompany.com

Instagram: @headwatershdtco

Alliance for Wildlife and Conservation:

Email: AWConservation@gmail.com

Facebook: AWConservation

Beyond the 8:

Youtube: @cabbagedragonmedia

Episode 2: On this episode I have my husband, Kyle Friedges joining us to give us a little insight on what it's like to live with someone who loves the same things he does. We dive into how he found his love for the outdoors and where that's taken him. We talk YouTube and how he grew his community through that platform. He even shoots a couple questions back at me! Listen to find out the deets.

Connect with Kyle Friedges:

Instagram: @kylefriedges

FaceBook: Kyle Friedges

Connect with Me:

Podcast Instagram: @shegoesbeyondthe8

Personal Instagram: @Victoria_Friedges

Taylor and Co: (use Victoria10 for a discount!)

https://taylorandco.boutique

Instagram: @taylorandco.apothecary

Heatwaters Hat Co:

www.headwatershatcompany.com

Instagram: @headwatershatco

Alliance for Wildlife Conservation:

Email: AWConservation@gmail.com

Facebook: AWConservation

Beyond the 8:

YouTube: @cabbagedragonmedia

Part two, we go deeper into Jessie's love for Suick lures. We talk more about fishing with our husbands and how to get your wife into fishing. We make fun of our husbands a little and dive into Jessie's Marketing business and stuff you likely don't know about her! Tune in...Connect with Jessie:Insta- @jjessiebaker or @outthere_socialConnect with Victoria:Insta- @shegoesbeyondthe8 or @victoria_friedges

Jessie Baker dishes out what it's like being a woman in the musky industry, fishing on Pipestone and her journey in the resort industry. This episode and the following one (releasing April 1) have multiple takeaways for anyone listening and interested in musky fishing or running your own business... or being a boat partner to your spouse. Jessie CRUSHES it!Connect with Jessie:Insta- @jjessiebaker or @outthere_socialConnect with Victoria:Insta- @shegoesbeyondthe8 or @victoria_friedges

This week on She Goes Beyond, I sit down with the one and only Leah Andersen. The infamous adorable blonde, badass huntress who pushes past the negative comments because she knows her why. Leah has a good head on her shoulders and talks us through how she has navigated her tough go with social media. She also tells us all about her wild trips she's taking in 2025. We reminisce about past hunts and gab about bikinis and travel must haves.

Watch this Episode on YOUTUBE! @shegoesbeyond

Connect with Leah-

Instagram: @Leah.andersen18

Youtube: The Backwoods Blonde

Connect with Victoria-

Instagram: @shegoesbeyondthe8

Instagram: @victoria_friedges

In this episode I meet up with Taylor Tix and Cris Bickman, a mother-daughter nurse duo who takes life by the horns!

Taylor and Cris have found an ever lasting love for clean, affordable and effective products. They've built their company Taylor and Co from the ground up, have huge aspirations for women and children in the outdoors and know what it's like to need to turn to self care.

Cris is on the board of directors as the Youth Program Coordinator for Alliance For Wildlife Conservation and Taylor was raised under her wing to hunt and live off the land. Honestly, what more can I say to make them sound any cooler?

This episode will allow you to learn about how to donate to get kids involved in initiatives that make a huge impact for our wildlife, clean products and the mission behind Taylor and Co, but really most of all, you get to learn about two strong, beautiful souls living life to the fullest; and their life is surrounded by all the right things. Let's get to it...

Connect with Taylor and Cris:

https://taylorandco.boutique

https://allianceforwildlifeconservation.org

Instagram:

@TaylorTix

@taylorandco.apothecary

Facebook:

Cris Bickman

Taylor Tix

Connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoria.friedges

My first official solo episode! Chatting house remodel, turkeys, 2025 hunting/fishing goals and answering questions from the Instagram question box!

Rugged Custom Calls (turkey calls used by Tyler):

Email: ruggedcustomcalls@hotmail.com

Facebook: Rugged Custom Calls

Get in touch with Victoria:

Instagram:

Personal- @Victoria.Friedges

Podcast- @shegoesbeyondthe8

Episode 7- In this episode, Brittany Streu and I talk in depth about the training program her and her husband put their duck dog Willow through. We get personal about therapy and the meaning behind their new podcast, The Trophy Life and how Brittany crushes life as a duck hunter and a business owner in the beauty industry.

Get in touch with Brittany:

Instagram- @brittstreu, @jeremy_streu, @thetrophylifepod

Get in touch with Victoria:

Podcast Instagram: @shegoesbeyondthe8

Personal Instagram: @victoria_friedges

Episode 6: Ashley Holmgren, one of two behind Devoted Outdoors, gets personal with me as we dive into what makes her tick! From face products to her favorite reel, we hear it all on this podcast! Before we go there though, we cover how Devoted Outdoors came to fruition, her love for being outside and how her and her husband John keep their two daughters revved up to crave more with each outdoor adventure.

Connect With Ashley:

Instagram @Devoted.Outdoors

Face Oil Ashley loves: @Justdandyboutique

Connect With Victoria:

Podcast Instagram: @shegoesbeyondthe8

Personal Instagram @victoria_friedges

Episode 5: This episode is rapid fire questions with Carolyn James! Carolyn and her husband Alan started Alpha Customs, a custom mud boat business because of their love for waterfowl hunting. We talk birds, business and tell a few stories. Hit play to meet Carolyn!

Connect with Carolyn: @crjamess

Connect with Alpha Customs: @alphacustoms22

Connect with Victoria:

Personal- @victoria_friedges

Podcast- @shegoesbeyondthe8

Episode 4: This episode I dig deep into what we don't already know about Renee. We get nitty gritty about coyote hunting; what it entails, what you need to get started and how to conquer your first hunt. We discuss how she grew her knowledge around firearms and the strong company that Scheels is. We dive into her background and find out that they just built a new home on a very special piece of property. Towards the end we switch directions and discuss health and fitness and what has been her driving force the last year. Don't miss it!

Follow Renee on Instagram: @renflatland

Follow Victoria on Instagram:

@shegoesbeyondthe8 or @victoria_friedges

Find the women’s seminars with Scheels at www.Scheels.com

Episode 3: The first girly to join the pod! Sarah Kozlowski and I yapped for over an hour about her favorite outdoor line of clothing for women, what musky bait she typically tosses around, 'influencing', cameras and so much more. I literally had to cut us off or we would have talked for hours. I cannot wait for ya'll to hear this!

Connect with Sarah:

Instagram: @skozlowskiii or @kozlowski.co

Connect with Me:

Podcast Instagram: @shegoesbeyondthe8

Personal Instagram: @Victoria_Friedges

Taylor and Co: (use Victoria10 for a discount!)

https://taylorandco.boutique

Instagram: @taylorandco.apothecary

Heatwaters Hat Co:

www.headwatershatcompany.com

Instagram: @headwatershatco

Alliance for Wildlife Conservation:

Email: AWConservation@gmail.com

Facebook: AWConservation

Beyond the 8:

YouTube: @cabbagedragonmedia

Today's guest is someone who truly lives where the adventure is. She's a travel and outdoor photographer who's carved out her own lane by capturing spaces that make you want to pack a bag and disappear for a weekend... or a month! From rustic Airbnbs tucked in the woods to wild landscapes most of us only dream of, her lens tells stories that feel both rugged and deeply intentional. We dive into how she built her brand from the ground up, how her time in nature shapes her creativity, the realities of working with Airbnbs and what it means to be a woman confidently blazing her own trail in the outdoor space. Please welcome, Breanne Jada Nichol!

Connect with Breanne:

@breannejada

Connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges

Taylor and Co:

https://taylorandco.boutique

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Victoria10 for 10% off any order, any time

If you don't take anything else away from this episode, I hope you remember that the world wants you to always be, YOU. Our guys today is the most authentic, real girly out there. She gives us life advice, elk hunting tips, and explains to us why her favorite place in the world is right in her backyard. She talks trapping lines and her typical trapping strategy. But what originally drew me to this guest was her business! She is a true artist and if you want to find out just what it is that she does, you better listen in! Please welcome, Laura Groesbeck!

Connect with Laura:

@lauras_outdoorlife

@westernskies_skullsandjewelry

Connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges

This guest just published her first YA novel, Rapid City Summer, a book about a teen girl who moves from one state to another mid high school and meets a boy who teaches her many life lessons, but one in particular is fly fishing. You can find this book anywhere books are sold online! Connie found a passion for fishing with her husband and loves anything outdoors that can keep her moving! From running to fly fishing to muskies, this girl enjoys it all. Please welcome Connie Richardson!

Connect with Connie:

@connierichardsonwrites

Connect with Victoria:

@victoriafriedges

@shegoesbeyondthe8

Today's guest is a total baddy! She's a passionate outdoorswoman with trout streams running through her veins, a kayak rigged like a battleship, and has a love for Wisconsin's wild places. Whether she's on the ice or just chasing the next perfect cast, her energy is contagious. But today, we also go beyond the fishing gear and the fun to talk about something deeply personal. She's currently in the middle of a fight that requires more grit, more faith and more strength than any backcountry adventure. She's facing breast cancer head-on and she's doing it with grace, humor and the heart of a warrior. I'm honored to share the mic with her today. Welcome Taylor Cunningham!

Connect with Taylor:

@taylortello

Connect with Victoria:

@victoriafriedges

@shegoesbeyondthe8

This episode feels like a warm hug- because I'm joined by the incredibly kind, genuine and all around lovely Dori Sell! Dori is the type of woman you instantly feel at home with - the kind of friend we all need in our lives. She's a true girls-girl who's just as comfortable getting her hands dirty on the boat or in the woods... or out with her chickens and bees, as she is showing up with heart and authenticity in everything she does. We talk about life, walleye fishing, her long-anticipated bear hunt, chicken momming, beekeeping and much more! If you need a breath of fresh air and a convo that's good for the soul- this one's for you.

Connect with Dori:

@Dorii_Sell

Connect with Victoria:

@victoriafriedges

@shegoesbeyondthe8

Spending the next 50 minutes of your life yapping about my new Mathews Lift RS and how I made the decision to switch from my Mission Craze that I've been shooting for 13 years!! I give my why, the specs and exactly how I accessorized and built my personal new Mathews Lift RS. At the end I chat about recent 'favs' and discuss bra shopping at Nordstrom (you must do this), tongue scraping (LOL) and all about the protein powder I am drooling over (see link below!!). Let's jump in-

AND if you prefer to watch my experience at Schaffers Archery picking up my bow, dialing it in, target practice and discussing my personal build, head over to our YouTube channel Beyond The 8 to see it for yourself!

My fav clear protein: https://1stphorm.com/products/phormula-1-clear/?a_aid=SheGoesBeyond&a_aid=SheGoesBeyond&a_bid=60961e8d

Connect with me:

@victoriafriedges

@shegoesbeyondthe8

In this episode I sit down with Macey Bundt, someone who's carved out her own path in the outdoor and photography/creative space - from getting her first break at 15 shooting for the MN Wild, to now working alongside Cameron Hanes and having a background with MTN OPS. We unpack her story- how she got her foot in the door, the moments that shaped her career, and what it's really like behind the scenes of some of the industry's biggest names. Macey shares how fitness plays a role in her life, what a typical day in the life looks like for her and where she's inspired to head next. Whether you're chasing a creative dream or grinding through your own journey, there's something in this episode for you.

Stephanie is someone whose heart is rooted deep in both storytelling and the soil. She’s the author behind a series of charming children’s books that open the barn doors letting young readers peek in to the real, down-to-earth life on the farm. In this episode, we dive into the heart of farm life, why it matters, and why it's often misunderstood. Stephanie shares how most farmers are simply too busy doing the hard, honest work of feeding the world to explain that they’re not part of some big, scary system — they’re families. Real people. Just like yours and mine.Stephanie also gives us some fun tips on how to get innovative in the woods for whitetail hunting and she shares some great hunting stories that might get you thinking on how to trend and track your deer to ensure you have a successful season. Whether you’re a parent, a hunter, or someone who’s just curious about where your food comes from, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.Connect with Stephanie:Instagram: the.whitehousefarmWebsite: www.welcometoourfarmlife.comConnect with Victoria: @victoriafriedges@shegoesbeyondthe8

Sarah was a blast to have on the pod! We chat all about her big game hunts over seas and how her and Josh give back to the communities after taking an animal. We dive into her special bracelet she wears every day, how she went from vegan to badass bow hunter and so much more. We dive into hormone health and Sarah gives many takeaways on recovery/post-workout and how she starts and ends her day. TUNE IN to find out more!

Connect with Sarah:

@Sarah_bowmar

Connect with Victoria:

@victoriafriedges

@shegoesbeyondthe8

This episode had me in my feels! Madi is not only beyond knowledgable about what rifle she chooses and why and ammunition in general, but she also has so much knowledge on bettering yourself inside and out. This podcast episode teaches you so much about rifles, long range shooting, and much more... but one of my favorite parts is how Madi teaches us to separate work from play and simple ways to feel more feminine while changing your life for the better.

Connect with Madi:

@madiiiwoodward

Connect with Victoria:

@victoriafriedges

@shegoesbeyondthe8

Buckle up because this episode delivers BIG TIME. I'm joined by none other than Taylor Drury Land from the legendary Drury Outdoors Team. We dive into her current Mathews bow setup- what she's shooting, how it's tuned and the gear she trusts when it's time to get serious. but that's just the start. Taylor also shares how she and the rest of the Drury crew prepare for whitetail season- from food plots and trail cams to mindset and strategy. Whether you're a seasoned bowhunter or just getting your boots muddy, you'll walk away from this episode with real, actionable tips to help you prep smarter and hunt harder!

Connect with Taylor:

@taylordrury

Connect with Victoria:

@victoriafriedges

@shegoesbeyondthe8

Connect with Taylor and Co:

https://taylorandco.boutique

Instagram: taylorandco.apothecary

Connect with Hartung Taxidermy:

Phone: 715-416-4008

Facebook and Instagram: @hartungtaxidermy

Kyle and I take the next hour to talk about my 4 weeks of turkey season in 3 different states and how I'll probably be sad about the way it ended until spring season of 2026, but also how many lessons it taught me and major takeaways to being a better hunter. We also touch on Kyle's sick eat at the boat on a glide bait on day one of Musky Opener in WI! Tune in and learn some major takeaways!

Today's guest is going to wow you with her ambition. Her husband chose to participate in the PMTT which left her with a tough choice... fish a lot less... or... get a kayak and fish a lot more. She chose the latter! And boy is she glad she did. She comes with tips and tricks on musky fishing from a kayak, her set up and why, and what baits she tosses regularly. And I highly suggest listening close... she has been a hammer on the water this year! Please welcome, Kayla Frome!

Connect with Kayla:

@kastingwithkayla

Connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges

In this episode Kaitlin discusses how she helps her husband run a fishing guide business where they specialize in catching walleye and bass in the northern WI areas. She does a great job talking us through preferred bait depending on the season, why AFTCO is her favorite fishing apparel brand and she gives us a few stories of her best time on the water! Please welcome Kaitlin Woodward!

On this episode we talk about moving from Ohio to Montana, fly fishing, mentorship and ultramarathons, Jess Suvak is a go-getter!! This episode has so many heartfelt moments and takeaways. We talk about being mentally tough when your body says it can't take any more, how important it is to be a kind human and obviously, fly fishing and some hunting! Welcome, Jess!!

Connect with Jess: @jessicasuvak

Connect with Victoria: @shegoesbeyondthe8 or @victoriafriedges

Gabby + fishing rods = recipe for a great class!

Gabby found a creative gap in the school system and followed her heart. She now teaches a course specifically on rod building, fishing techniques, safe handling and much more. The kids at her school get the opportunity to learn from a passionate fisher-woman. Little do they know she's teaching them more about finding themselves and their passions than just about rod building.

In this episode we also talk musky fishing with tubes, we giggle and talk fav movie quotes so... give er a listen!

Connect with Gabby:

@badmedicineoutdoors

Connect with Victoria:

@victoriafriedges

@shegoesbeyondthe8

The Net Buddy:

@netbuddy

Kayla is the girl everyone loves! The midwest outdoor community adores her. She is one of the most genuine women out there who just lives for any moment outdoors. A mom to two littles, she packs a punch when it comes to getting her kids set up and prepared to have action and success in the woods. In this episode she talks to us about their 2025 turkey season thus far, how they prep and choose properties to sit on between the four of them, tips on asking private land owners to hunt on their property and we giggle about girl questions at the end. Welcome, Kayla!

How to reach Kayla:

@kjlaitinen

How to reach Victoria:

@victoriafriedges

@shegoesbeyondthe8

Taylor and Co Boutique:

@Taylorandco.apothecary

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Hartung Taxidermy:

@hartungtaxidermy

In this episode we meet Melissa Lindsay, the turkey queen. Melissa went from mastering the bird with a shotgun, to mastering the hunt with a bow. We talk scouting, blind set up, our reasoning behind fixed vs expandable broad heads, why you should wear black inside your blind and so much more! This episode is full of fantastic takeaways to help anyone on their turkey hunting journey, especially if you're hoping to shoot one with your bow someday. Let's go meet our next bff , Melissa!

Connect with Melissa:

@melissaalindsay

Connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoria_friedges

Connect with Hartung Taxidermy:

@hartungtaxidermy

Connect with The Net Buddy:

@thenetbuddy

Welcome Lexi Quinn, everyone! Let's just say, she is not afraid to do hard things. From firefighting, working a chainsaw, spot/stalk/shoot elk trips basically on her own, and so much more. Lexi and I dive into the beautiful state of Colorado, fly fishing, tips on elk and mule deer hunting and even a little gardening. We also chat about making our own dog food and what it's like being a girl trying to make friends in your 30's. You can expect to see Lexi back later this summer to talk more on what they do with their meat and all holistic living. Enjoy this one for now!

Kyle spent two weeks up in Canada in August and our buddy Levi Kuehn and myself joined him on week two. We had a fantastic week up there, though, if you ask Kyle, the trip wasn't the trip of a lifetime. Listen in to hear about or 2025 Canada adventure and what we have going on this fall!!

Connect with Kyle:

@kylefriedges

Connect with Victoria:

@victoriafriedges

Well I'm sorry to all the ladies leading up to today's episode who have been on the podcast, but this week I talk to two of the CUTEST girlies in the outdoor industry. I'm talking 8 and 11 years old, musky obsessed, cute as can be. These two have been in the boat since the pack and play days and now they're out-fishing their dad on certain occasions! They both caught their first musky this year and they're here to tell us all about it. Please welcome Braelyn and Brynlee Holmgren and of course, on of our favs, Ashley Holmgren.

Connect with the Holmgren's:

@devoted.outdoors

Connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges

Today’s guest has carved out her own path in the hunting world — from chasing elk out West, to climbing high into the timber with her saddle setup, to building strength in the gym that carries over into every hunt she takes on. In this episode, we dive into why she’s so passionate about saddle hunting, how lifting has shaped her time in the woods, and the story behind her unforgettable elk hunt last fall... with her dad! We also get into her journey of discovering the outdoors and what keeps her coming back for more. If you’re curious about new ways to hunt, or just love hearing from women who are pushing boundaries in the outdoor space, you’re going to love this one.

Connect with Jaylyn:

@jaylyn_luciano_

Connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges

Honestly one of my fav episodes this year. Autumn is an absolute hammer when it comes to understanding the ins and outs of trapping. She gives us SO much info on how to get involved, how to start trapping, what to use for bait/lure/traps, and so much more. She is beyond passionate about trapping and what the industry has done and will do as it grows; or should I say, hopefully grows. Trapping is so important for conservation and Autumn tells us all about it. Welcome, Autumn McEntee!!

Connect with Autumn:

@pa.trapper.girl

Connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges

This conversation is with Camryn Shoffner. We discuss how she got into hunting and the outdoor world, along with her goals and much more! We discuss her connection to MTN OPS and how she uses training in the gym to prep for her hunts. Please welcome, Camryn!

Connect with Camryn:

@camryn_nickelle

Connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges

Michelle Morey from WAM joins us today to give a run down of how to get involved, what a membership can do for you and all of the amazing events that they put on each year as a group. She gives us so many great insights to this group and I truly enjoyed this conversation so much. I can' t wait to hear what you think and make sure you head to our instagram page to view the clip of my favorite part of the episode :)

Connect with WAM:

https://womenanglersmn.com

Connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges

This episode was so fun and you're going to learn a bunch of info about how Ricca and her hubby prep their land for fall deer season here in the Midwest. Ricca gives us some tips and tricks to getting deer to travel a certain way, and how her and her husband pattern the bucks on their property. We also talk about photography and her passion for working with outdoor brands. She’s actually a powerhouse when it comes to working with outdoor brands! She already has some dream brand connections- think Lund Boats and more! Something I didn’t expect us to talk so deep about was a question I asked "what is something she would tell her younger self?" This ended up in a sweet conversation about how you should just go out there and do it, regardless of how nervous you are! Enjoy!

Connect with Ricca:

@rretzloff

Connect with Victoria:

@victoriafriedges

@shegoesbeyondthe8

Part two with Maggie Carsello! We talk all things bass fishing, fishing in tournaments, how to be a good co-angler, her love for Morgan Wallen and so much more. Thanks for joining in on the fun with us for a second week!!

Connect with Maggie:

@maggiejo_outdoors

Connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges

This week on the podcast, I’m joined by someone whose name has been echoing across the outdoor world specifically in the bass world but don't you know, she's making her mark in the woods too. Just days after knocking down an incredible archery buck, she’s here to relive that moment with us— the rush, the emotion, and the story behind the hunt that has everyone talking. But this guest's story doesn’t stop there. From her days at UW–Stevens Point to building a platform that’s changing how women show up in the outdoors, we’re diving deep into how she’s built her voice and earned her seat at the table in a space still dominated by men. This is raw, inspiring, and full of passion — and little Busch light, so let’s get into it with the one and only Maggie Carsello with episode one of two.

Connect with Maggie:

@maggiejo_outdoors

Connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges

Sixteen days alone in the mountains — just her, her bow, and the 340 inch bull elk stalk that would shake the hunting world. Today's guest is a force of nature. She’s an artist who pours her soul into every stroke, a mustang trainer who finds freedom in patience and the untamed, and a solo hunter who faced one of the toughest hunts of her life — and an even tougher storm online. After an unforgettable 16 day solo archery hunt that ended in the bull of a lifetime, she faced a wave of criticism that would have made most people go silent. But instead, she chose to stand tall and stay grounded in the same strength that carried her through the mountains. She's using her story to shed light on solitude and authenticity in the outdoors. Today we're diving into the hunt, the heartbreak, the backlash and how Lydia continues to blend wildness and art into everything she touches. Please welcome, Lydia Smith!

Connect with Lydia:

@lydiasmith00

Connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges

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:

@Lauren.zipperer

Connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges

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, powerhouse hunting partners. From first retrieves to breaking stubborn habits to prepping dogs for cold water, cattails, gunfire and more. She's done it all! And she does it with a blend of science-backed behavior work, instinct, patience and that no-nonsense energy that dogs instantly respect.

Tune in for the woman behind the whistle, the retrieves, and the iconic Eukanuba-fed dog squad, Sami Strutz!

You know her from YouTube where she has grown a tremendous following and shared many personal hunting stories. This guest shares her journey, her grit and finally gives us a little look into the personal side of things and dare I say she's the girly girl we all hoped she was!? Please welcome, Kaitlyn Maus!

Connect with Kaitlyn

@kaitlynmaus

Connect with Victoria

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges

Today I have a very special guest... and her fiance... and my husband joining on the pod!! We chat about what it's like fishing musky's out in Washington State, how Lynn got into fishing, what it means to be a known as a 'Master' in musky fishing and we talk about the 2025 Musky Battle. It's such a fun episode. Ryan and Lynn are good people and we had a blast sharing our boat on Leech Lake this fall with them, taking home the win at the Musky Battle!

Connect with Lynn:

@chi_girlat_hrt

Connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges

Today's guest is one of those women who makes you want to lace up your boots, grab your bow and hit the mountains!

She's a hunter, an outdoorswoman, and a 1st Phorm Outdoors Pro Staff badass who is out here showing that strong, feminine, and fearless absolutely belong in the same sentence .

We talk about her 2025 Oregon elk season, tell each other some hunting stories, discuss how she fuels for her hunts with 1st Phorm, and what it's like being a woman chasing big goals in the outdoors. But something that stuck out the most to me in this conversation was the way she puts community on a pedestal that's our kinda girl, ladies!! there's so much packed into this episode you will for sure be leaving with knowledge for a future hunt.

This episode feels like sitting around a campfire with your best friend - lots of laughs, good stories and wisdom. let's get into it with the coolest, Jess Crane!!

Connect with Jess:

Youtube/Insta: @_jessicacrane_

Find some of her videography work here- Youtube: Her Outdoor Journey

Connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges

Today's guest has devoted her education, career and hear to understanding one of themes elusive fish in Canada... The mighty musky! She's a Fisheries Technician working with Fisheries and Oceans Canada and a recent masters graduate from the fish ecology and conservation physiology lab where she studied musky movement and post release behavior deep within a remote lake in the Algonquin Provincial Park. But beyond the data and telemetry tags, Erin runs her own online bakery business, loves ice fishing and all things winter and is a real girls girl. Her passion for muskies is bridging the world of science and sport in a way few people ever have. We're diving into her fieldwork, her journey and the wild balance between being a researcher, a hard-core angler and a girl. This one's a perfect mix of science, adventure and pure heart. Please welcome Erin Wilson!!

Connect with Erin:

@wilsonerin27

Connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges

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!!

Connect with Nicole:

@nicoleataylor2004

@shopcamocouture

@missilvol

Connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges

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 she makes it happen, scent control, her 2025 archery buck, and what it really looks like to live an entrepreneurial life in the woods and at home. Please welcome, Samantha Nicoletta!

connect with Samantha:

@samantha.nicoletta

connect with Victoria:

@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges

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 while staying true to the water and the people who make these places special. In this episode we dive into how passion, consistency, and connection can turn a love for fishing into a platform with real impact. If you’re into fishing, hunting stories, content creation, or building meaningful partnerships, you’re going to love this conversation. Please welcome Krysten Potega.

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@krystenpotega

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@shegoesbeyondthe8

@victoriafriedges