Loading...

PODCAST

The Country Woman Podcast

Rhiannon Stevenson

The Country Woman Podcast is a celebration of the women behind the sporting and rural countryside.Hosted by Rhiannon, each episode features relaxed conversations with women from every corner of country life, sharing their stories, experiences and passion for the countryside. From working dogs and deer stalking to horses, game and clay shooting, farmers, gamekeepers, artists, conservation, country businesses and beyond, no two journeys are the same.Honest conversations. Inspiring women. One shared

leisure hobbies

All Episodes

00:51:49

#12 - How a Coin Toss Led to a Career in Field Sports...

The Country Woman Podcast ·

2026/10/05

Cara Hutchens reveals the real behind-the-scenes world of hunting, shooting, and fishing in Scotland, and why the countryside is so much more than a backdrop. From a sunset duck flight on the Buffalo River in South Africa to running a business that arranges bespoke sporting experiences around the UK and beyond, this conversation is packed with stories, insight, and a deep love of the land.Rhiannon sits down with Cara, director of hunting and shooting at International Hunting Scotland, to trace the

en

00:45:00

#11 - Just Have a Go: Jackie on Field Sports,...

The Country Woman Podcast ·

2026/09/28

This week on The Country Woman Podcast, I'm joined by Jackie. A mum, clay and game shooter, deer stalker, and the woman behind The Barn at Beal on the beautiful Northumberland coast.What started as a conversation about field sports quickly became a conversation about saying yes to new opportunities, building confidence, and not letting self-doubt hold you back.We chat about how Jackie found her way into shooting, what she's learnt through deer stalking, and why she believes field sports are far more

en

00:41:58

#10 - From Anti-Hunt/Shooting to Gun Dog Training...

The Country Woman Podcast ·

2026/09/21

The advice around your first gundog is often varies. More training, more pressure, more comparing yourself to the polished dogs on Instagram and it can leave you wondering if you are simply not cut out for it. Leanne gets brutally honest about what it really looks like to start from zero, lose confidence, and rebuild both your dog training and your own belief in yourself.From her life as a vegetarian who was once anti-hunt and anti-shooting to becoming a gundog owner, Leanne shares the unexpected

en

01:00:35

#9 - What Is Farming Really Like? with Eden Hill from...

The Country Woman Podcast ·

2026/09/14

Britain’s farming story is more complicated and more misunderstood than most people realize. Eden Hill - first-generation farmer, shepherdess, and co-owner of Meatbox Family - opens up why she sells meat directly to customers, and what she wishes more people understood about animal welfare, sustainability, and life on a hill farm.Eden and host Rhiannon dig into the reality behind the headlines: a 550-acre farm in Lancashire, cattle, sheep, pigs, a direct-to-consumer meat box business, and the

en

00:11:49

Tea Break #5: The Truth Behind The Shooting Industry...

The Country Woman Podcast ·

2026/09/10

What if the animal in the photo isn’t the whole story?In this week’s Tea Break, I’m talking about why conversations around shooting are so often reduced to a single photograph, a single sentence and an emotional reaction, particularly on social media.Compassion for animals absolutely matters, but so does looking at the bigger picture. What happens to the habitat? The songbirds, butterflies and other wildlife? The people managing the land? And what happens if that management disappears?I’m briefly

en

00:42:03

#8 - How One Spaniel Changed Her Life: From Town to...

The Country Woman Podcast ·

2026/09/07

A town-raised woman, a spaniel called Harley, and one life-changing first day beating. Georgia Devan shares how she went from anti-hunting family, to deer stalking, wildfowling, and hunting abroad - all after a working cocker spaniel pulled her into the countryside.Georgia opens up about the animals and places that shaped her path, from her beloved first working dog Harley to the heavy rifle she learned on, the gear every beginner actually needs, and the unforgettable trips that took her to South

en

00:05:58

Tea Break #4 - Can Complete Beginners Hit Their...

The Country Woman Podcast ·

2026/09/03

What happens when two complete beginners take on clay pigeon shooting? Rhiannon brings her long-suffering friends Vic and Rachel to the range for a first attempt filled with nerves, excitement, and very low expectations. Rachel has some distant rifle-shooting experience from her cadet days, while Vic has never fired a gun before. Together, they get kitted out, meet Sandy, and find out whether confidence, past experience, and good coaching is enough to hit a moving target. Expect first-timer nerves,

en

00:40:20

#7 - Experience Builds Confidence with Katie from...

The Country Woman Podcast ·

2026/08/31

This week on The Country Woman Podcast, I'm joined by Katie from Dog & Field for a conversation all about confidence, working dogs, and encouraging more women into the shooting world.Katie shares how her own experience has helped build confidence over time and why you don't need to know everything before getting involved. We talk about the many different ways to be part of a shoot day, the vital role that pickers up and their dogs play, and just giving something new a go can open so many

en

00:36:45

#6 - Building a Countryside Wardrobe & Challenging...

The Country Woman Podcast ·

2026/08/24

The English countryside isn’t just a backdrop, it’s a mindset. Isabel reveals how a childhood split between the outskirts of Coventry and family life in the country shaped her love of golden-hour fields, timeless tweed, and the confident, practical style that now defines her Instagram. If you’ve ever wanted to build a wardrobe that feels more intentional, more wearable, and more you, this conversation is full of ideas you can actually use. Rhiannon and Isabel get into the rise of country fashion,

en

00:05:24

Tea Break #3 - Community in the Countryside

The Country Woman Podcast ·

2026/08/20

This Tea Break reflects on the sense of community and connection found in country life and country sports. From shared experiences and friendships to the hard days that become the best stories.In an increasingly digital world, there’s something special about turning up, getting outside and finding people who share your passions. This week, I’m talking about why that sense of belonging matters, and celebrating it with a YETI mug giveaway. Details within the episode!

en

00:28:12

#5 - Life on an Australian Family Farm with Seanna

The Country Woman Podcast ·

2026/08/17

This week on The Country Woman Podcast, I'm joined by Seanna from South Australia for a conversation that proves country life has so much in common, no matter where in the world you call home.Seanna shares what it's like growing up and working on a multi-generational family farm, the traditions that come with it, and why farming is about so much more than producing food. It's also about family and community.We also chat about the things that keep her grounded away from the farm, from running to her

en

00:35:25

#4 The Truth About Gamekeeping with Fione, The...

The Country Woman Podcast ·

2026/08/10

This week on The Country Woman Podcast, I'm joined by Fione also known as The Scottish GamekeepHER.Gamekeeping is often one of the most misunderstood roles in the countryside, so in this episode we're lifting the lid on what the job really involves. From wildlife and habitat management to conservation and the day-to-day realities of estate life, Fione shares the work that happens behind the scenes that many people never get to see.We also talk about the misconceptions surrounding gamekeeping, what

en

00:44:06

#3 - From the Military to Deer Stalking, Fishing and...

The Country Woman Podcast ·

2026/08/03

Jessica's enthusiasm for the countryside is impossible not to catch.In this episode, Jessica shares how an adventurous childhood and a career in the military first sparked her love of shooting, before leading her into game shooting, deer stalking, fishing and a life immersed in the sporting countryside.We talk about the importance of understanding where our food comes from, why confidence often comes from simply saying yes to new opportunities, and why women shouldn't feel intimidated about stepping

en

00:04:34

Tea Break #2 - Why This Matters

The Country Woman Podcast ·

2026/08/01

Launching this podcast has taught me far more than I expected.In this Tea Break, I talk about the response to The Country Woman Podcast, overcoming self-doubt, why kindness and encouragement matter more than we realise, and the recurring lesson every guest seems to share: don't be afraid to be a beginner.If you've been waiting for permission to try something new, consider this your sign.

en

00:05:00

Tea Break #1: Is This Podcast About Killing Animals?

The Country Woman Podcast ·

2026/07/27

A comment on social media 'You're obsessed with killing animals' got me thinking… where does our food really come from, and how connected are we to it?In this first Tea Break, I share how my own relationship with food has changed since becoming involved in the countryside. We talk about eating wild game, supporting local butchers and farm shops, why I'd rather know my food's story than pretend it doesn't have one, and how learning more about deer management has challenged my own assumptions.This

en

00:17:08

#2 - Meet the Host: Saying Yes to the Sporting...

The Country Woman Podcast ·

2026/07/27

Before we dive into the stories of the incredible women joining me on this podcast, I thought it was only fair to introduce myself.I certainly didn't grow up in the sporting countryside. Outside of horses, this world was completely new to me. But one working cocker spaniel, a few unexpected invitations, and a habit of saying "yes" to opportunities I knew very little about completely changed the direction of my life.In this first episode, I share how I found my way into shooting, working dogs and

en

00:32:47

#1 - Mountain Lions, Moose & Shooting Season in...

The Country Woman Podcast ·

2026/07/26

This week I'm joined by Elsa Laver, or Elsa Outdoors on Instagram, who swapped eventing for an incredible career in the game and clay shooting industry.We chat about how starting a new hobby to spend more time with her Dad turned into a life travelling the world, what it's really like working on driven shoots in America, and the differences between British and American shooting traditions. From loading guns beneath mountains to sharing drives with moose, bears and even the occasional mountain lion,

en

17 results

Similar Podcasts

Expres Ráno

Expres FM

Conversaciones en el Desván | Javier López Olmos

Javier López Olmos

Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast

Kinda Funny

Los Hijos de Tuta

FourMedia

My Car Guru Podcast

My Car Guru...Lennie Lawson