Episodes

  • Rising Stars Spotlight
    Oct 22 2025

    It’s the final episode of season one of The Wild Journey! We get to hear from the Wild’s newest signing, and some future football stars. Host Farkhunda Muhtaj is joined by teammate Andersen Williams, as well as Wild Youth Permit Players Clara Monck and Reese Kincaid.


    Listen to this episode to uncover the stories, challenges, and triumphs that shape Canadian women’s football!


    Follow Calgary Wild FC & Our Guests:


    Calgary Wild FC Instagram: @calgarywildfc

    Host: @farkhundamuhtaj

    Andersen Williams: @andersen.w

    Clara Monck: @claramonck

    Reese Kincaid: @reese_kincaid13


    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!



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    51 mins
  • University Accolades to Pro Contracts
    Oct 8 2025

    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!



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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Joining a New League
    Sep 24 2025

    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!



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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • From The World to Calgary
    Sep 10 2025

    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!



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    1 hr and 29 mins
  • Parallel Passions
    Aug 27 2025

    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!




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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • From Purpose to The Pitch
    Aug 13 2025

    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!



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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Fueling the Fire
    Jul 30 2025

    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!



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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Trusting the Process
    Jul 16 2025

    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!



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    1 hr and 11 mins