Westrn Radio

Nicole Qualtieri
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From public lands to hunting stories to outdoor adventures and misadventures, Westrn Radio is a mixed media podcast covering audio narratives, long reads read aloud, educational moments, and wide-ranging conversations. Westrn Radio is a product of The Westrn, a multimedia publication. Find us at thewestrn.com.

Episodes

  1. 10/14/2025

    Ep. 3: Ignoring the Identity Marketplace with Kestrel Keller

    In this conversation, Nicole Qualtieri and Kestrel Keller discuss the journey of building their outdoor publication, The Western. They explore themes of community, identity, and the challenges faced in the media landscape, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and craft. The discussion also touches on the impact of the pandemic on community connections and the aspirations for the future of their publication. Keywords: outdoor publication, community, identity, storytelling, media challenges, writing as a blue collar craft, cash hamsters vs cash cows,

    1h 13m

  2. 10/01/2025

    Ep. 2: How to Become a Hunter, Pt. 1

    In the second episode of Western Radio, Nicole Qualtieri shares her experiences at Rabbit Stick, a primitive skills gathering, and discusses the journey of becoming a hunter. She explores the personal and legal tracks involved in hunting, emphasizing the importance of education, emotional skill sets, and understanding regulations. Nicole also highlights various resources available for new hunters, including Game and Fish organizations and nonprofit programs, while encouraging a community approach to learning and hunting. Part two in this short series will explore the personal implications of becoming a hunter, from the emotional landscape of taking a life to building the skills you need to hunt successfully. Find more resources for new hunters at thewestrn.com. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Rabbit Stick and Primitive Skills Gathering 02:50 Exploring the Primitive Skills Gathering Experience 09:12 The Journey to Becoming a Hunter 12:37 Navigating the Personal Track of Hunting 17:37 Understanding the Legal Track of Hunting 31:17 Exploring Gun Training and Local Resources 38:07 Understanding Resident vs Non-Resident Hunting 43:13 Public vs Private Land Hunting Dynamics 54:23 Navigating Tags and Licenses 58:20 Resources for New Hunters 01:03:04 Conclusion and Future Insights

    44 min

  3. 09/10/2025

    Ep. 1: On Killing Animals — Our First Award-Winning Piece

    To kick off our very first episode of Westrn Radio, we thought going back to the beginning wouldn't be such a bad idea, especially since our debut story "On Killing Animals" recently won First Place for the Hunting Blog category at the Outdoor Writers of America Association's annual conference. Nicole reads the story aloud, then riffs a bit on the state of media today, and why Westrn Radio is part of The Westrn's way forward.

    34 min
  • 3 Episodes

About

From public lands to hunting stories to outdoor adventures and misadventures, Westrn Radio is a mixed media podcast covering audio narratives, long reads read aloud, educational moments, and wide-ranging conversations. Westrn Radio is a product of The Westrn, a multimedia publication. Find us at thewestrn.com.

Information

  • Creator
    Nicole Qualtieri
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Nicole Qualtieri