774 Leah Andersen "The Backwoods Blonde"

Working Class Bowhunter2h 35mApril 16, 2026

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In this compelling and spirited episode of the Working Class Bowhunter podcast, hosts Kurt Geyer, Doug Schmidt, Lee Herr, Eric, and Curtis welcome Leah Andersen, a trailblazing female bowhunter known for her raw, authentic YouTube content and fearless personality. Leah shares her journey from rifle hunting with her father to embracing archery in 2023, highlighting the physical and social hurdles women often face in the sport. She recounts her emotional and legal battle to recover a massive 170-inch Oklahoma buck after a neighbor refused to allow retrieval, underscoring the ethical and legal responsibilities of recovering wounded game. The conversation dives into her philosophy on all-day sits, the value of hunting with outfitters for learning and mentorship, and her candid approach to storytelling—documenting both triumphs and failures to build trust with her audience. Leah also shares wild tales from the field, including a miscommunication with a power company worker that spiraled into a misunderstanding, her thrilling python hunts in the Everglades, and the unique challenges of balancing her career as a trauma nurse with her passion for hunting. Throughout, she champions authenticity, self-confidence, and the importance of not conforming to outdated gender norms in the hunting world.

Key Takeaways
1

Authenticity in hunting content—showing real moments, failures, and emotions—builds trust and credibility with audiences.

2

Hunting with outfitters is a legitimate and valuable way to gain experience, especially for new or underrepresented hunters.

3

Mental grit and commitment to all-day sits are more important than convenience or social media image for successful hunting.

4

Miscommunication and gossip can escalate minor incidents into major conflicts, highlighting the need for clarity and empathy.

5

Women in hunting are often judged for appearance, but their passion, skill, and ethics should be the focus, not their makeup or style.

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Chapters
0:00
2 min

Sponsor Intro & Podcast Launch

The episode opens with sponsor ads for FishingBooker.com, Grizzly Coolers, Alp Pouch, and other partners. The hosts introduce the episode’s theme: a deep dive into the world of female bowhunting through guest Leah Andersen.

1:40
5 min

Leah Andersen’s Journey & First Hunt

I'm like, yep. I'm gonna do this and having that like to be a successful bow hunter you have to have kind of like the mental drive because you just had to be out there more.

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6:40
3 min

Hunting Ethics & Neighbor Disputes

He went and got the deer for sure. He did because that next morning he's like, get the fuck out of here. Like don't ever like, don't ask again. You're not getting permission like over my dead body, whatever.

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10:00
4 min

Outfitters, Crossbows & Community Culture

I don't give a fuck. I think it's rad to do it with a fucking vertical bow. Correct. Personally because it's just dude crossbows are so gay.

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1:19:04
5 min

The Power Worker Misunderstanding

It's like the game of telephone. Literally, it's like why did that guy all of a sudden after that?

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High-Impact Quotes
He went and got the deer for sure. He did because that next morning he's like, get the fuck out of here. Like don't ever like, don't ask again. You're not getting permission like over my dead body, whatever.
Doug Schmidt68:56
Viral: 90.0
I don't give a fuck. I think it's rad to do it with a fucking vertical bow. Correct. Personally because it's just dude crossbows are so gay.
Lee Herr48:08
Viral: 88.0
I'm like, yep. I'm gonna do this and having that like to be a successful bow hunter you have to have kind of like the mental drive because you just had to be out there more.
Leah Andersen22:29
Viral: 85.0
Speakers

Hosts

Kurt GeyerDoug SchmidtLee HerrEricCurtis

Guest

Leah Andersen
Topics Discussed
miscommunication and gossip90%female bowhunting journey90%female empowerment in male-dominated spaces90%unapologetic self-expression and identity88%social media toxicity88%deer recovery and landowner disputes88%invasive species hunting85%outfitter hunting ethics85%playful humor and community building75%
People & Brands

Leah Andersen

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36xPositive

Doug

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13xPositive

Doug Schmidt

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10xPositive

Kurt Geyer

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8xPositive

Eric

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8xPositive

Pope and Young

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7xNegative

Everglades

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6xPositive

Lee Herr

person

6xPositive

Top Ramen

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5xPositive

Buck and Bull Skulls

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5xPositive

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