How can sharing stories help people enter, learn and thrivein the hunting community?

In this episode of Hunting Heart, Cass sits down withCarly Parker, creator and host of Women Who Hunt, to explore her journey into the hunting community. What began as a family pursuit has grown into a passion for bringing people together, sharing stories and helping more women find their way into hunting.

The conversation explores how everyone starts as a beginner,and the value of a community willing to share its knowledge and celebrate each other's wins. Carly also shares how a simple idea on the drive home from the grocery store became Women Who Hunt, creating the space she had once been searching for herself.

They unpack some of the misconceptions surrounding hunting, the connection between wild food and the people who harvest it, and how open, friendly conversations can help bridge the gap between hunters and those withlittle exposure to the lifestyle.

Whether you're an experienced hunter, standing on the sidelines wondering how to begin, or simply curious about the people behind the pursuit, pull up a chair and join us for the conversation.

How do we pursue a passion like hunting without letting it consume our whole identity?

In this episode of Hunting Heart, Cass sits down with Chris Waters, creator of The Huntsman and President of the Australian Hunters Club, for a candid conversation about the deeper layers of the outdoor lifestyle. The episode explores Chris’s hunting origins, tracing his path from coastal spearfishing to harvesting game as his family's primary meat source.

The discussion moves into a raw reflection on identity and the critical importance of being able to separate who we are from what we do, drawing from Chris's personal real-life experiences.

They also explore the hunting community, highlighting the empathetic connections formed around the campfire and the importance of supporting one another. By choosing curiosity over combativeness, they discuss how hunters can turn initial skepticism from non-hunters into honest, meaningful dialogue.

Whether you're a seasoned hunter or someone curious about the connection between nature and the dinner table, pull up a chair and join us for the conversation.

Whether you're a seasoned hunter or someone curious about the connection between nature and the dinner table, pull up a chair and join us for the conversation.

What does it mean to live a hunting lifestyle when you aren’t the one pulling the trigger?

In this episode of Hunting Heart, Cass sits down with Tania, the creator behind the popular Instagram page @TheHuntersWife_AU, to explore her journey as a supportive partner in a hunting household.

After marrying her husband, Noel, Tania transitioned into a lifestyle she had never known. Recognising that hunting is essential to Noel's well-being, Tania has fully leaned into supporting his passion. Today, their family lives almost exclusively on wild game, a lifestyle deeply integrated into their daily family rhythms.

Whether you are a seasoned hunter, a partner looking for kitchen inspiration, or just curious about the workings of a hunting lifestyle, this episode is packed with heart and practical advice.

In this episode, we discuss:

Building Community: How Tania uses her Instagram page to connect with other women and partners, providing inspiration and a relatable look at life in a hunting household.

The Learning Curve: Tania’s journey from early cooking fails to mastering wild game.

The Power of the Non-Hunter: Why you don't need to hunt to be a core, valuable part of the community.

Family & Ethics: How Tania and Noel are raising their kids with a deep respect for their food source.

Kitchen Secrets: Beginners' tips for cooking game meat.

The Unseen Reality: The early mornings and intense labor that go into filling the freezer.

Challenging the Stigma: How sharing a great meal can change preconceptions about hunting.

In this episode of Hunting Heart, Cass sits down with chef, hunter and author Ross O’Meara for a conversation that explores far more than hunting itself. Ross shares his journey from working in high end international kitchens to harvesting wild game as a primary source of food.

Together they discuss and how food is something deeply tangible that people can connect through without overcomplicating it. They explore the philosophy and practicality of wild meat, how hunting reconnects people more deeply with food and nature, and the many unexpected benefits hunting brings beyond the harvest itself.

An introduction to who I am, the mindset and curiosity that shaped Hunting Heart, and the deeper purpose behind the podcast.

This short prelude explores why hunting resonated so deeply with me, my fascination with people and connection, and why I believe honest conversations help us better understand the people and lifestyles we may not always fully see from the outside.