Halfway Feral

Kim Palmer-Nicks & Austin Bell

HALFWAY FERAL: WHERE WILD STORIES MEET UNTAMED WOMEN "Our mission is to empower women to break the mold, get dirty, and live their adventure through real-life stories.”

  1. FEB 2

    S2 Episode 3: Sam Zeher | Underwater Hunting in the Florida Keys and Life Below the Surface

    Underwater Hunting & Life Below the Surface: Sam Zeher on Marine Science, Spearfishing, and the Florida Keys In this episode of the Halfway Feral Podcast, Kim sits down with Sam Zeher, a boat captain in the Florida Keys who lives and works in what feels like a modern-day Jurassic World—just underwater. Sam shares what it’s really like to be an underwater hunter, blending spearfishing, conservation, and science. With a Master’s degree in Biology focused on Marine Sciences, she brings a rare perspective on ocean ecosystems, responsible harvesting, and why understanding the environment matters if you’re going to participate in it. They also talk about Sam’s work running ecological tours in the Florida Keys, her path into fish taxidermy, and how she documents the process through Salty Skulls Taxidermy—preserving the story behind each fish, not just the trophy. 🎙️ In this episode, you’ll hear about: What underwater hunting actually looks likeMarine biology and ethical harvestingLife as a female boat captain in the Florida KeysEcological tourism and ocean educationFish taxidermy and honoring the catchThis episode is for outdoorswomen who believe participation should come with knowledge—and who are curious about the wild world beneath the surface. You can follow Sam on Instagram at @keyz_charters and check out her taxidermy: @saltyskullztaxidery Got an outdoor adventure story to share? We'd love to hear it! Email us at halfwayferal@gmail.com to be a guest on the show. Follow us on Instagram: @halfwayferalpodcast Follow Kim: Instagram, YouTube Follow Austin: Instagram Brands we love👇🏼 Spear Strength: Download the FREE Woman Built Wild Blueprint Adventures: Her Outdoor Journey (CODE HOJ-KPN-15) Nutrition: 1st Phorm Digi-Scope: Ollin Co Preparedness: Uncharted Supply Co

    1h 1m
  2. JAN 19

    S2 Episode 2: Aubree Cook with Pack Out Taxidermy | Archery, Hunting, and Motherhood: Finding Confidence and Purpose Again

    Episode 2 – From Stay-at-Home Mom to Hunter: Aubree Cook on Archery, Identity, and Finding Joy Again In Episode 2 of the Halfway Feral Podcast, Kim and Austin sit down with Aubree Cook, a mom, hunter, and taxidermist, to talk about how hunting changed her life during one of its hardest seasons. Aubree shares how the struggles of being a stay-at-home mom led her to discover archery—and how picking up a bow gave her back a sense of power, confidence, and joy she didn’t even realize she had lost. What started as curiosity turned into a deep connection to hunting, personal responsibility, and eventually a career in taxidermy. This episode explores identity, motherhood, mental health, and why hunting can be more than a hobby—it can be a lifeline for women searching for purpose, strength, and themselves again. 🎙️ This episode covers: Motherhood and losing (and reclaiming) your identityHow archery builds confidence and mental strengthFinding empowerment through huntingWomen carving their place in the outdoor worldTurning passion into purpose through taxidermyPerfect for moms, hunters, and outdoorswomen who’ve ever felt stuck—and are ready to feel capable again. Follow Aubree on instagram at @packouttaxidermy Got an outdoor adventure story to share? We'd love to hear it! Email us at halfwayferal@gmail.com to be a guest on the show. Follow us on Instagram: @halfwayferalpodcast Follow Kim: Instagram, YouTube Follow Austin: Instagram Brands we love👇🏼 Spear Strength: Download the FREE Woman Built Wild Blueprint Adventures: Her Outdoor Journey (CODE HOJ-KPN-15) Nutrition: 1st Phorm Digi-Scope: Ollin Co Preparedness: Uncharted Supply Co

    36 min
  3. 08/12/2025

    S1- Episode 16: Kamrin Peterson | Biking the 1,730-Mile Baja Divide & Founding She Thrives Outside

    In this episode of the Halfway Feral Podcast, we sit down with Kamrin, founder of She Thrives Outside, to hear about her latest adventures and her mission to mentor women in the outdoors. Kamrin takes us behind the scenes of her incredible experience biking the Baja Divide—a 1,730-mile bikepacking routeacross Baja California that connects the Pacific Ocean to the Sea of Cortez through rugged desert tracks, historic Spanish missions, remote ranchos, fishing villages, bustling towns, and wild mountain ranges. She also shares her vision for She Thrives Outside and how she’s helping women build confidence, gain outdoor skills, and thrive in wild places. If you’re craving stories of adventure, empowerment, and connection, this episode is packed with inspiration to help you embrace your own outdoor journey. 🚴 Inside This Episode: Kamrin’s story of biking the Baja DivideWhat it’s like to take on a 1,730-mile bikepacking routeHow She Thrives Outside is mentoring women in the outdoorsWhy adventure builds confidence, resilience & connectionFollow Karmin on Instagram👉🏼 @shethrivesoutside Email: kamrin@shethrivesoutside.com Got an outdoor adventure story to share? We'd love to hear it! Email us at halfwayferal@gmail.com to be a guest on the show. Follow us on Instagram: @halfwayferalpodcast Follow Kim: Instagram, YouTube Follow Austin: Instagram Brands we love👇🏼 Spear Strength: Download the FREE Woman Built Wild Blueprint Adventures: Her Outdoor Journey (CODE HOJ-KPN-15) Nutrition: 1st Phorm Digi-Scope: Ollin Co Preparedness: Uncharted Supply Co

    1h 13m

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HALFWAY FERAL: WHERE WILD STORIES MEET UNTAMED WOMEN "Our mission is to empower women to break the mold, get dirty, and live their adventure through real-life stories.”