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Welcome to "MeatEater Conservation," where you can join Ryan “Cal” Callaghan each week for his unique brand of outdoor news and interviews designed for folks who need to know what’s going on and those who want to pretend they do. Also, tune into our brand new show "Future Wild" with Mark Kenyon, where he dives in one-on-one with world-class subject-matter experts, exploring topics relevant to conservation. Both part of The MeatEater Podcast Network.

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  • July 8 · 1 hr 19 min

    Ep. 480: Future Wild - A Brighter Future for Trout, Salmon, and Anglers with Chris Wood

    This week on the show I'm joined by Chris Wood, the president and CEO of Trout Unlimited, to explore what lies ahead for trout and salmon in America and reasons why that future could be bright. Thanks to our sponsor, Conservation First Bank. Follow Future Wild on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, iHeart, Pandora, Amazon. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • July 6 · 19 min

    Ep. 479: Trash Bandits, Trojan Trout, and Very Old Dad Jokes

    This week Cal tackles shark fishing in California, Sunday hunting in Massachusetts, land exchanges in Montana, and much more. Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • June 29 · 20 min

    Ep. 478: Scout Pythons, Public Land Funding, and Bear-Dar

    This week, Cal digs into a successful python removal effort in Florida, the broader math of public land funding, an AI-powered system of reducing bear conflict, and more. Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • June 24 · 1 hr 24 min

    Ep. 477: Future Wild - The Triumphant Return of the American Buffalo and Prairie with Scott Heidebrink

    In this week's episode of Future Wild I'm joined by Scott Heidebrink, Director of Landscape Stewardship at American Prairie, to discuss his on-the-ground work to restore bison and other wildlife to the great plains, and broader efforts to bring this spectacular landscape back to its former glory. Thanks to our sponsor, Conservation First Bank. Follow Future Wild on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, iHeart, Pandora, Amazon. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • June 22 · 2 hr 14 min

    Bonus Drop: Ryan Callaghan on Public Lands and Conservation on The MeatEater Podcast 892

    Steven Rinella talks with Backcountry Hunters and Anglers President and CEO Ryan Callaghan. Topics discussed: Cal’s life as a new dad and new CEO; the BHA mission; creating coalitions, community, and giving a shit; how our natural resources are not guaranteed; politicians claiming to carry TR’s torch; throwing the baby out with the bathwater in regards to regulation; approaching rollbacks and management changes with clarity; motivation behind scrapping the Roadless Rule; the pitfalls of absolutism; corner crossing; being engaged in the minutiae; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • June 22 · 22 min

    Ep. 476: Deer Dives, Screwworm, and a New Lab Puppy

    This week, Cal covers updates to Montana’s mountain lion policy, threats to recommended Wilderness, vultures hungry for python eggs in the Everglades, and a new new addition to the family. Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • June 15 · 22 min

    Ep. 475: Policy Chaos, a Record-Breaking Hunting Access Expansion, and a Beaver in the Big Apple

    This week, Cal breaks down a slew of legislative proposals with outsized impacts on outdoorsmen, increased access at national wildlife refuges and hatcheries, and the largest wild rodent in Manhattan. Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • June 10 · 1 hr 19 min

    Ep. 474: Future Wild - A Case for Wildness with David Quammen

    In this week's episode of Future Wild I'm joined by renowned science writer and best-selling author David Quammen to discuss wildness, why it matters, and what the future might hold for this ambiguous yet essential quality in the world. Thanks to our sponsor, Conservation First Bank. Follow Future Wild on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, iHeart, Pandora, Amazon. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • June 8 · 30 min

    Ep. 473: City Rat Hunting, Mini Bunnies, and a Dog Fires Off a Shotgun

    This week, Cal covers Washington D.C. rat control efforts, the conservation status of the world's smallest rabbit, a surprising firearm accident, and a whole lot more. Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • June 1 · 24 min

    Ep. 472: A Foxy Stowaway, Public Land Controversies, and Baby Boy Callaghan

    This week, Cal tells the story British fox who hitched a ride across the pond, several clashes over public land management, and a bit of personal news you don't want to miss. Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • May 27 · 57 min

    Ep. 471: Future Wild - The Simplest Approach to Fishing, Adventure, and Saving Our Home Planet with Yvon Chouinard

    In this inaugural episode of Future Wild, we kick off this new show exploring the future of our wild world with a discussion with Yvon Chouinard - angler, activist, and founder of Patagonia - about his ethos of simplicity and how it might apply to fishing, adventure, and the fight to redeem the natural world. Thanks to our sponsor, Conservation First Bank. Follow Future Wild on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, iHeart, Pandora, Amazon. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • May 25 · 21 min

    Ep. 470: Alcatraz Coyotes, Meat Allergies, and Testicle Brokers

    This week, Cal tells you about the Michael Phelps of coyotes, the worst nightmare of meat lovers, and the Mountain King of testicle dealers. Buckle up. It's going to be a wild one. Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • May 20 · 1 min

    Introducing: Future Wild

    Future Wild is a one-on-one interview podcast pairing host, author, and outdoorsman Mark Kenyon and world-class subject matter experts to explore topics relevant to the future of wildlife and wild places, hunting and fishing, and other outdoor pursuits. Future Wild is here to answer the questions being asked by the deeply curious and passionate in the hunting, angling, and outdoor communities. Follow now for the first episode, featuring Patagonia's Yvon Chouinard, dropping on Wednesday, May 27th on the Cal of the Wild podcast feed, soon to be called MeatEater Conservation. Thanks to our sponsor, Conservation First Bank. Follow Future Wild on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, iHeart, Pandora, Amazon. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • May 18 · 28 min

    Ep. 469: Crime, Cutlery, and Just Say H2nO

    On this week's episode, Cal covers some duck hunters who killed over 200 birds in one morning, why we now think ancient humans used knives before we previously thought, and why scientists just can’t stop giving drugs to fish. Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • May 11 · 22 min

    Ep. 468: Catfish and Chips, Zombie Trout, and Record Duck Decoys

    This week, Cal talks a British catfish scam, deer hunting regulations in New York and Wyoming, and proof that in duck hunting, you can always spend more. Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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