The Wild Journey – Details, episodes & analysis

The Wild Journey is the official Calgary WILD FC podcast, hosted by midfielder and proud community ambassador Farkhunda Muhtaj.

Think you know your favourite WILD player? Think again.

Behind every jersey is a story, one of grit, grace, and togetherness. This podcast goes beyond the game, diving into the lives of Calgary WILD FC players and supporters to uncover the experiences, values, and passions that shape who they are. Because when you know the player, you feel the game differently.

With a mission to build a deeper connection between the club and its community, The Wild Journey gives fans a front-row seat to powerful, purpose-driven stories that inspire and uplift. Every journey tells a story, and at Calgary WILD FC, those stories define who we are.

New episodes drop every other Wednesday on your favourite podcast platforms. Subscribe, like, and don’t forget to join us on YouTube for the full experience.

Let’s get WILD.

In this episode of The Wild Journey, host Farkhunda Muhtaj sits down with Calgary Wild FC athletes Jenaya Robertson and Christie Gray to talk about grit, resilience, and scoring historic goals in the Northern Super League. Plus, hear from Georgia Simmerling, 4x Olympian and Calgary Wild FC Director of Corporate Partnerships, on how she’s helping shape the future of women’s soccer in Calgary and across Canada.

Discover how these athletes are breaking barriers, inspiring the next generation, and leading Calgary into the era of professional women’s soccer.

Follow Calgary Wild FC & Our Guests:

• Calgary Wild FC Instagram: @calgarywildfc
• Host: @farkhundamuhtaj
• Christie Gray: @christiegray_
• Jenaya Robertson: @jenayarobertson
• Georgia Simmerling: @gsimmerling

The Wild Journey is proudly brought to you by: The 51

A venture platform and financial ecosystem created by women for women, investing in bold ideas and bold leaders.

Unleash your Wild side at calgarywildfc.com! Dive into the roster, lock in the schedule, snag your tickets, and rep the squad with official merch. Everything Wild, all in one place.

Subscribe, rate, and share to support women-led stories in sport and beyond!

This episode of The Wild Journey is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration, courage, and clarity on how to lead with purpose. Host Farkhunda Muhtaj professional footballer and community leader welcomes Calgary Wild FC defenders Caleigh Boeckx and Mijke Roelfsema, alongside Director of Brand Kelly Mannix, for a powerful, personal, and purpose-filled conversation.

Whether you're an athlete, a student, a leader, or simply someone who’s navigating big life choices, this episode delivers profound insight. You’ll hear how Caleigh left a corporate career to pursue football in Europe, how Mijke turned injury into self-discovery, and how Kelly helped design a sports brand rooted in empowerment and equity.

This is more than a football / soccer podcast—it’s a conversation about identity, leadership, spirituality, growth, and what happens when you say yes to the unknown.

Follow Calgary Wild FC & Our Guests:

• Calgary Wild FC Instagram: @calgarywildfc
• Host: @farkhundamuhtaj
• Mijke Roelfsema: @mijkiee
• Caleigh Boeckx: @caleighboeckx
• Kelly Mannix: @kbreem

The Wild Journey is proudly brought to you by: The 51

A venture platform and financial ecosystem created by women for women, investing in bold ideas and bold leaders.

Unleash your Wild side at calgarywildfc.com! Dive into the roster, lock in the schedule, snag your tickets, and rep the squad with official merch. Everything Wild, all in one place.

Subscribe, rate, and share to support women-led stories in sport and beyond!

In this first episode of The Wild Journey, host Farkhunda Muhtaj welcomes Calgary Wild FC’s goalkeeper Sarah Keilty-Dilling, defender Grace Stordy, and Founder + Chair Deanna Zumwalt for a dynamic conversation about sport, leadership, and community.

You’ll hear raw and real stories from the field—and beyond. Sarah shares how she transitioned from teaching to professional football. Grace talks about what it means to play with resilience and represent her hometown. And Deanna offers an inspiring look at building a pro women’s football team from the ground up.

This episode is for anyone who believes sport is about more than the scoreboard. It’s about purpose, people, and powerfully showing up—even when no one’s watching.

Whether you're a young athlete, a leader in business, or a fan of women’s sports, this episode will ignite your belief in what’s possible when community comes first.

Follow Calgary Wild FC & Our Guests:

• Calgary Wild FC Instagram: @calgarywildfc
• Host: @farkhundamuhtaj
• Sarah Keilty-Dilling: @sarahkeilty_dilling26
• Grace Stordy: @grace.stordy
• Deanna Zumwalt: LinkedIn

The Wild Journey is proudly brought to you by: The 51

A venture platform and financial ecosystem created by women for women, investing in bold ideas and bold leaders.

Unleash your Wild side at calgarywildfc.com! Dive into the roster, lock in the schedule, snag your tickets, and rep the squad with official merch. Everything Wild, all in one place.

Subscribe, rate, and share to support women-led stories in sport and beyond!

In this episode of The Wild Journey, host Farkhunda Muhtaj sits down with Serita Thurton and Kahli Johnson, two standout athletes from Calgary Wild FC. Also appearing is Alix Bruch, the club’s Sporting Director. Together, they explore the foundation of leadership, discipline, and personal growth in sport.

This episode highlights the human side of high-level competition—and the mission to elevate women’s soccer in Canada.

Follow Calgary Wild FC & Our Guests:

• Calgary Wild FC Instagram: @calgarywildfc
• Host: @farkhundamuhtaj
• Serita Thurton: @seritathurton
• Kahli Johnson: @kahlijohnson
• Alix Bruch: @alixbruch_

The Wild Journey is proudly brought to you by: The 51

A venture platform and financial ecosystem created by women for women, investing in bold ideas and bold leaders.

Unleash your Wild side at calgarywildfc.com! Dive into the roster, lock in the schedule, snag your tickets, and rep the squad with official merch. Everything Wild, all in one place.

Subscribe, rate, and share to support women-led stories in sport and beyond!

The Stewart twins prove that parallel paths can thrive together. In this episode of The Wild Journey, host Farkhunda Muhtaj welcomes Taegan Stewart (attacker, Calgary Wild FC), Keelyn Stewart (midfielder, Calgary Wild FC), and Olympic champion Erica Wiebe.

Discover how these incredible athletes utilize passion, work‑ethic, and humility to inspire the next generation of female athletes.

Follow Calgary Wild FC & Our Guests:

Calgary Wild FC Instagram: @calgarywildfc

Host: @farkhundamuhtaj

Taegan Stewart: @taeganstewart07

Keelyn Stewart: @keelynstewart

Erica Wiebe: @eweebz

The Wild Journey is proudly brought to you by: The 51

A venture platform and financial ecosystem created by women for women, investing in bold ideas and bold leaders.

Unleash your Wild side at calgarywildfc.com! Dive into the roster, lock in the schedule, snag your tickets, and rep the squad with official merch. Everything Wild, all in one place.

Subscribe, rate, and share to support women-led stories in sport and beyond!

What does it mean to play for something bigger than yourself? In this episode of The Wild Journey, host Farkhunda Muhtaj welcomes Madison “Maddie” Wilson (midfielder, Calgary Wild FC), Tilly James (defender, Calgary Wild FC), and Ashley Fraser (Head Coach of Team Canada at the Homeless World Cup).

Together, they share stories of strength, purpose, and identity through sport.

Follow Calgary Wild FC & Our Guests:

• Calgary Wild FC Instagram: @calgarywildfc
• Host: @farkhundamuhtaj
• Madison Wilson: @mads_wilson10
• Tilly James: @tillyjameszy
• Ashley Fraser: LinkedIn

The Wild Journey is proudly brought to you by: The 51

A venture platform and financial ecosystem created by women for women, investing in bold ideas and bold leaders.

Unleash your Wild side at calgarywildfc.com! Dive into the roster, lock in the schedule, snag your tickets, and rep the squad with official merch. Everything Wild, all in one place.

Subscribe, rate, and share to support women-led stories in sport and beyond!

This episode of The Wild Journey offers a multi‑continental narrative of elite athletes finding a new home in Calgary. Host Farkhunda Muhtaj is joined by teammates Ally Green and Meikayla Moore of New Zealand, as well as Sonia O’Neill and Michelle Romero from Venezuela. 

Discover how the Wild’s commitment to diversity and community delivers actionable inspiration for aspiring players and fans alike.

Follow Calgary Wild FC & Our Guests:

Calgary Wild FC Instagram: @calgarywildfc

Host: @farkhundamuhtaj

Ally Green: @allygreeen

Meikayla Moore: @meikaylamoore

Michelle Romero: @michellerc32

Sonia O’Neill: @soniaoneill_

The Wild Journey is proudly brought to you by: The 51

A venture platform and financial ecosystem created by women for women, investing in bold ideas and bold leaders.

Unleash your Wild side at calgarywildfc.com! Dive into the roster, lock in the schedule, snag your tickets, and rep the squad with official merch. Everything Wild, all in one place.

Subscribe, rate, and share to support women-led stories in sport and beyond!

In this episode of The Wild Journey, we delve into what it’s like to take on a brand new opportunity. Host Farkhunda Muhtaj is joined by teammates Meggie Dougherty Howard, Jorian Baucom, Stephanie Bukovec, and Danielle Steer.

Learn all about how the opportunity to create a legacy in a brand new league drives these amazing athletes. 

Follow Calgary Wild FC & Our Guests:

Calgary Wild FC Instagram: @calgarywildfc

Host: @farkhundamuhtaj

Meggie Dougherty Howard: @meggiedh

Jorian Baucom: @jorianbaucom

Stephanie Bukovec: @scbukovec

Danielle Steer: @danielle_steer

The Wild Journey is proudly brought to you by: The 51

A venture platform and financial ecosystem created by women for women, investing in bold ideas and bold leaders.

Unleash your Wild side at calgarywildfc.com! Dive into the roster, lock in the schedule, snag your tickets, and rep the squad with official merch. Everything Wild, all in one place.

Subscribe, rate, and share to support women-led stories in sport and beyond!

We’re back for another episode of The Wild Journey! In this episode, we learn about what it’s like to transition from university to the pro game. Host Farkhunda Muhtaj speaks with teammates Jaclyn Sawicki, Talia White, Jackie Burns, and Kathryn Harvey.

This episode will teach you all about the grind to perform at the highest level, and what it takes to make it in the NSL. 

Follow Calgary Wild FC & Our Guests:

Calgary Wild FC Instagram: @calgarywildfc

Host: @farkhundamuhtaj

Jaclyn Sawicki: @jackiesawicki

Talia White: @taliawhite5

Jackie Burns: @jackieb555

Kathryn Harvey: @kathryn9h

The Wild Journey is proudly brought to you by: The 51

A venture platform and financial ecosystem created by women for women, investing in bold ideas and bold leaders.

Unleash your Wild side at calgarywildfc.com! Dive into the roster, lock in the schedule, snag your tickets, and rep the squad with official merch. Everything Wild, all in one place.

Subscribe, rate, and share to support women-led stories in sport and beyond!