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Building on the belief that a deeper understanding of the natural world enriches all of our lives, host Steven Rinella brings a deep and relevant look at all outdoor topics including hunting, fishing, nature, conservation and wild foods. Filled with humor, irreverence and things that will surprise t…

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    The MeatEater Podcast is an incredibly entertaining and educational listen that caters to a wide range of interests. Whether you're a hunter, outdoor enthusiast, or simply someone looking for thought-provoking content, this podcast has something for everyone. The hosts, Steve, Janis, Ryan, and the rest of the team at MeatEater, deliver engaging and insightful conversations with guests that cover topics such as hunting, conservation, history, current events, and more. The guests are always interesting and knowledgeable individuals who provide valuable perspectives on various subjects.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is its ability to educate while remaining highly entertaining. Each episode offers a wealth of information that can change your perspective on things and even teach you new things. From learning about animals and their habitats to exploring the importance of conservation efforts, this podcast goes beyond just hunting talk. It delves into historical context, geological factors, and current events that shape our understanding of the world we live in. The hosts manage to strike a perfect balance between being informative and keeping the audience entertained with their humor and engaging storytelling.

    However, there are some aspects of this podcast that may not appeal to every listener. One common complaint is the frequent mention or reference to videos posted alongside the episodes. Many listeners enjoy consuming podcasts while driving or doing chores where it's not feasible or convenient to stop and watch a video simultaneously. Additionally, some may find certain shameless plugs by the host Spencer as distracting or off-putting.

    In conclusion, The MeatEater Podcast is an exceptional listen that combines education with entertainment seamlessly. While there may be minor issues like video references or occasional plugs that may detract from the overall experience for some listeners, these are overshadowed by the wealth of knowledge and engaging conversations provided throughout each episode. If you love the outdoors or simply enjoy thought-provoking content delivered with humor and insightfulness, this podcast is definitely worth your time.



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    Ep. 851: The Promise and Controversy of American Prairie

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2026 101:16 Transcription Available


    Steven Rinella talks with Alison Fox, CEO of American Prairie. Topics discussed: The history of American Prairie and its aim to create one of the largest land preserves in the country; plains for buffalo; land acquisitions; funding structure; grazing permits and the BLM; block management, hunting on American Prairie lands, access; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 850: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CCVIII

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2026 43:27 Transcription Available


    Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Maggie Smith, Nate Mason, and Laura Mascari. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 849: Fur Bans, Gonad Jerky, and Connor “Bass Head” Hellebuyck

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 96:44 Transcription Available


    Steven Rinella and the MeatEater crew discuss: Mark Kenyon’s upcoming new podcast; Kimi Werner’s cookbook: Kimi's Kitchen; clarifying what a porterhouse cut is; how you can’t hunt turkeys close to church in Mississippi; gonad jerky; the multiple uses of Cornell University's e-Bird; beavers as fish; getting arrested for breaking a wooly mammoth tusk; Colorado's fur ban; South Atlantic states to manage red snapper; frog and toad surveys; getting "seal finger" from a grizzly bear; watch "Steve and Seth Get Rich on Bobcats"; the financial implications of the recreational economy; Save Tuckertown!; and more. Outro credit: "The Screaming Song" written by George Alan Sparhawk Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 848: How America Almost Lost Its Birds

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2026 84:46 Transcription Available


    Steven Rinella talks with writer James McCommons. Topics discussed: McCommon's new book, The Feather Wars and the Great Crusade to Save America's Birds; who did and didn't want The Migratory Bird Act; the commercial bird hunting era and how tweety birds were heavily exploited; the MeatEater office's punt gun; population level declines; the caviar and Marilyn Monroe pun; oology and nidology; just how small number 12 shot is; how some species disappeared; how many different groups came together to protect birds; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 847: Neanderthal Love, Mule Deer Eradication, and Mink Eyelashes

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 102:35 Transcription Available


    Steven Rinella and the MeatEater crew discuss: How Jani hasn't gotten a mountain lion this year, Brody's new tattoo and whether the tattoo industry faces a bleak future, Spencer's 2026 America The Beautiful Pass, MeatEater's Time Capsule Clovis Hunter hoody and tee, Corrections!, neanderthals getting it on and Randall as a neanderthal, Catalina Island mule deer eradication, Texas' Rattlesnake Roundup, mink eyelashes, and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 846: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CCVII

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 44:20 Transcription Available


    Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Seth Morris, Cory Calkins, Max Barta, and Hanzi Deschermeier. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 845: Can Ruffed Grouse and Woodcock Be Saved?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2026 135:17 Transcription Available


    Steven Rinella talks with Karl Malcolm of the Ruffed Grouse and American Woodcock Society and Brody Henderson. Topics discussed: Forest health issues; less and less access to good ruffed grouse and woodcock hunting; the story of population decline due to habitat; scaling up conservation work into outcomes; financial woes; technology and glowing woodcock; definitions of birders; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 840: The Grand Finale Extravaganza | MeatEater Radio Live!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 387:09


    For what it's worth, it was worth all the while. Watch the live stream on the MeatEater Podcast Network YouTube channel. Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 843: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CCVI

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 47:54 Transcription Available


    Brody Henderson guest hosts MeatEater Trivia with Spencer Neuharth, Janis Putelis, Randall Williams, Seth Morris, Alyssa Smith, and Cory Calkins. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 842: "12 in '26" - Jani's Hunt for a Manitoba Giant

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 70:43 Transcription Available


    Janis Putelis answers your questions and breaks down his archery Manitoba black bear hunt captured in MeatEater's brand new "12 in '26" film series. He hunts over bait for the very first time to see what the fuss is all about. Presented by @Moultrie.Products and @onXHunt Watch the film now on MeatEater's YouTube channel Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 841: Theodore Roosevelt on Love, Ladies, and Conservation

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2026 108:31 Transcription Available


    Steven Rinella talks with author of The Loves Of Theodore Roosevelt and CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, Ed O'Keefe. Joined by Randall Williams, Phil Taylor, and Corinne Schneider. Topics discussed: The ladies in Teddy's life; being a sickly child and powering through pain; hunting to study; a tremendous taxidermy collection; a family that founded so many museums; sisters as advisors and confidants; a life-altering Valentine's Day tragedy; when a thick manuscript in your front jacket pocket stops a bullet and saves your life; being the first president to embrace women's suffrage and the right to own property; one of the most beloved in American history; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 840: Polar Bear Jail and an Olympic Cheesemonger | MeatEater Radio Live!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2026 79:21 Transcription Available


    Hosts Spencer Neuharth, Randall Williams, and Seth Morris interview Sgt. Ian Van Nest about life as a conservation officer in the "Polar Bear Capital of the World," key into some listener Hot Tips, revisit 2018's The Legacy of a Whitetail Deer Hunter in the MeatEater Movie Club, and chat with cheesemonger Emilia D'Albero about taking home a different kind of Olympic gold medal. Watch the live stream on the MeatEater Podcast Network YouTube channel. Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 839: 2026 MeatEater Trivia Tournament, Round 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 48:26 Transcription Available


    Spencer Neuharth hosts the Final Round of Championship MeatEater Trivia with Steven Rinella, Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Seth Morris, and Cory Calkins. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 838: How To Translate Animal Language

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 141:32 Transcription Available


    Steven Rinella talks with naturalist, writer, and sculptor George Bumann, Brody Henderson, Phil Taylore, and Corinne Schneider. Topics discussed: George's book, Eavesdropping On Animals; Animal vocalizations; subscribe to the new Bear Grease YouTube channel; laws on game retrieval; just how pungent skunk odor really is; stay tuned for MeatEater TV's new "12 in 26" hunt series, starting with Jani's Manitoba bear episode; how absurd it is that guys called better than turkeys themselves; what various raven calls mean; how the birds gossip about everything; wolf howling and squirrel chirping translations; all the animals are talking about and know you; silence as the most important alarm that exists; The 2026 Yellowstone Summit; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 837: This Episode is Called "It's the Third-to-Last Episode" | MeatEater Radio Live!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 71:03 Transcription Available


    Hosts Randall Williams, Janis Putelis, and Seth Morris, talk about their recent travels to conventions and hunts, interview Scott Heidebrink of American Prairie about the BLM's recent decision to revoke the organization's bison grazing permits, impress the class with their super cool stuff in Show & Tell, and catch up with the Newcomb family to learn about the new Bear Grease YouTube channel. Watch the live stream on the MeatEater Podcast Network YouTube channel. Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 836: 2026 MeatEater Trivia Tournament, Round 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 47:15 Transcription Available


    Spencer Neuharth hosts Round 2 of Championship MeatEater Trivia with Steven Rinella, Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Seth Morris, and Cory Calkins. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 835: Attack Of The Screw Worms

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 121:51 Transcription Available


    Steven Rinella talks with Caleb Hubbard of the Hubbard Urban Entymology Lab at New Mexico State University and "Bubbly" Doug Duren. Topics discussed: Stay tuned for twice a week MeatEater Podcast drops starting in March; come to the Safari Club International 2026 Convention on Feb. 19th to see Steve and Morgan Potter; a correction on Colorado wolf recovery; sous vide rewarming for frostbite; the ins and outs of the New World screw worm; how all warm blooded critters are potential hosts; being eaten alive; Doug's Sharing the Land organization; and more. The New World Screwworm Threat Survey: https://acesnmsu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eLjo05717Wzz1em The New World Screwworm is a serious pest threat to livestock and wildlife, and New Mexico is taking steps to stay proactive—not reactive. The survey gathers input from ranchers, producers, hunters, land stewards, and community members across New Mexico. We’re studying what people know, believe, and need regarding screwworm prevention and response. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 834: Dr. Crayfish, Fox Collars, and Blue Tarps | MeatEater Radio Live!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 69:12 Transcription Available


    Hosts Spencer Neuharth, Maggie Hudlow, and Seth Morris talk with ecologist Dr. Zack Graham about some of the world's rarest crayfish, mull over some piping Hot Tips, learn about collaring foxes in the Grand Tetons with Emily Davis, and host another exciting round of MeatEater Price is Right. Watch the live stream on the MeatEater Podcast Network YouTube channel. Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 833: 2026 MeatEater Trivia Tournament, Round 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 51:27 Transcription Available


    Spencer Neuharth hosts Round 1 of Championship MeatEater Trivia with Steven Rinella, Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Seth Morris, and Cory Calkins. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 832: Osceola, Native American Slavery, and The Seminole Wars

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 113:52 Transcription Available


    Steven Rinella talks with author Jamie Holmes, Randall Williams, Brody Henderson, Phil Taylor, and Corinne Schneider. Topics discussed: Jamie's new book, The Free and the Dead: The Untold Story of the Black Seminole Chief, the Indigenous Rebel, and America's Forgotten War is out; deep archival research like a treasure hunt; the evidence base and when the notes section of the book is almost as long as the book itself; the complexity of stories about the Seminole Wars; turning what you know on its head; the environment of interior Florida; what enslavement meant to the tribes; who were the black Seminole people?; the relationship between Osceola and Abraham; and more. Feel free to donate to the recovery effort here: https://critfc.org/donate/ Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 831: A Wildlife Officer and Skier Walk Into a Bar | MeatEater Radio Live!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 97:03 Transcription Available


    Hosts Janis Putelis, Randall Williams, and Seth Morris interview Olympic biathlete Paul Schommer and his coach, Matt Emmons, about competing in the upcoming Winter Olympic Games, look back 20 years in another edition of Throwback Thursday, and chat with Wildlife Officer Deme Wright about life as a game warden and her work around the Fort Carson poaching investigation. Watch the live stream on the MeatEater Podcast Network YouTube channel. Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 830: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CCII

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 54:23 Transcription Available


    Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Doug Duren, Janis Putelis, Randall Williams, Seth Morris, Hanzi Deschermeier, and Reva Hansen. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 829: Who Will Save the Columbia River's Salmon?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 163:40 Transcription Available


    Steven Rinella talks with Donella Miller and Doug Hatch of the Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission (CRITFC), Brody Henderson, Janis Putelis, Seth Morris, Phil Taylor, and Corinne Schneider. Topics discussed: The Six Sovereigns restoration initiative of the Columbia River basin; having a holistic philosophy and viewing fish as a forever fixture; salmon runs; steelhead reconditioning; chinook recovery; sockeye and coho reintroduction; lamprey restoration; the sea lion crisis; and more. Feel free to donate to the recovery effort here: https://critfc.org/donate/ Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 828: Nonresidents, Wildlife Commissions, and the Boundary Waters | MeatEater Radio Live!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 88:03 Transcription Available


    Hosts Brody Henderson, Seth Morris, and Cory Calkins chat with Chef Lukas Leaf of Modern Carnivore and Sportsmen for the Boundary Waters about the recent threats to one of our county's most cherished wild places, stage a crew Hot Tip Off, talk with NWF's Jeremy Romero, and read some listener emails. Watch the live stream on the MeatEater Podcast Network YouTube channel. Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 827: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CCI

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2026 47:06 Transcription Available


    Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Seth Morris, Alyssa Smith, Cory Calkins, and Tressa Croaker. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 826: Like Nuts on a Cat

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 84:19 Transcription Available


    Steven Rinella talks with Kevin Murphy, Seth Morris, and Max Barta. Topics discussed: Fruit cakes; get ready for two drops per week from Steve and The MeatEater Podcast!; finding a mastadon's tusk in the shape of a penis; making a solution of fox piss, rain water, valerian root, and ore; cutting old growth; taking furs to the auction; human monogamy at the level of meerkats and beavers; how hazelnut butter could be the downfall of grey squirrels in the UK; traces of plant poison on projectile points dating back 60,000 years; join Kevin Murphy to plant cypress trees; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 825: Snowflake Man and the Cadaver Otter | MeatEater Radio Live!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 84:57 Transcription Available


    Hosts Spencer Neuharth, Janis Putelis, and Seth Morris speak with Sue Richardson about her great-great uncle, Wilson "Snowflake" Bentley, and his groundbreaking nature photography, talk some gear, share Top 3s, and chat with Peace River K9 Search and Rescue's Michael Hadsell about the world's only search-and-rescue otter, Splash. Watch the live stream on the MeatEater Podcast Network YouTube channel. Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 824: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CC

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 46:16 Transcription Available


    Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Cory Calkins, Maggie Smith, Alex Plachta, and Roman Schnobrich. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 823: Restoring Alaska's Wild Buffalo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2026 123:46 Transcription Available


    Steven Rinella talks withTom Seaton, lead biologist for the Alaska Department of Fish and Game Wood Bison Restoration Project. Topics discussed: Where and when buffalo are considered wildlife and not; how to bring wild buffalo to Alaska; how much habitat is really there for wild buffalo?; is there truly a conflict between agriculture and and bison, or is it just perceived?; the brucellosis red herring; what's wood bison?; when you end up with fewer animals alive than you introduced; how easy it is for bison to drown; the challenges to reintroduction; and more. Enter the raffle for an Alaska mountain goat hunt: https://ohfak.org/raffles/chugach-mountain-goat/ Enter the raffle for an Alaska buffalo hunt: https://ohfak.org/raffles/delta-bison/ Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 822: Public Lands and Weird Headlines | MeatEater Radio Live!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 74:42 Transcription Available


    Hosts Randall Williams, Brody Henderson, and Cory Calkins chat with Zach Lentsch and Chris Allen of the Protect Wyoming PAC about their new advocacy group, attempt to suss out Fake News, talk with Mark Kenyon about his new role as MeatEater's Director of Conservation and the latest news surrounding public lands, and cap off the show with another edition of Meat Poll. Watch the live stream on the MeatEater Podcast Network YouTube channel. Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 821: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CXCIX

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 39:49 Transcription Available


    Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Logan Williamson, Cory Calkins, and Nate Mason. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Ep. 820: Skunks Ruin A Marriage and Colorado's Wolf Plan In Trouble

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026 98:43 Transcription Available


    Steven Rinella talks with Brody Henderson, Janis Putelis, Randall Williams, Phil Taylor, and Corinne Schneider. Topics discussed: Canadian hunters helping Canadian hunters; Corrections!; go see Steve's talk about his first trip to hunt in Africa at Safari Club International's 2026 Convention; how skunks can ruin a marriage; a Massachusetts lobster heist; results from the Florida black bear hunt; Alaska's subsistence program under review; a mountain lion kills a hiker; Colorado's wolf program in trouble; and more. Enter the raffle for an Alaska mountain goat hunt: https://ohfak.org/raffles/chugach-mountain-goat/ Enter the raffle for an Alaska buffalo hunt: https://ohfak.org/raffles/delta-bison/ Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 819: $0 Tax Stamps and Mr. Bear Grease Himself | MeatEater Radio Live!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 65:45 Transcription Available


    Hosts Randall Williams, Seth Morris, and Cory Calkins interview Silencer Central's Brandon Maddox about all things suppressors and changes to the Tax Stamp in 2026, throw a Hot Tip Off, catch up with MeatEater's own Clay Newcomb, and help control the pet population in another round of MeatEater Price is Right. Watch the live stream on the MeatEater Podcast Network YouTube channel. Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 818: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CXCVIII

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 54:24 Transcription Available


    Nate Mason guest hosts MeatEater Trivia with Steven Rinella, Brody Henderson, Randall Wiliams, Seth Morris, Corinne Schneider, Cory Calkins, and Anthony Finissi. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 817: Conservation Wins and Losses with Senator Martin Heinrich

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 119:16 Transcription Available


    Steven Rinella talks with New Mexico Senator Martin Heinrich, Ryan Callaghan, and Randall Williams. Topics discussed: Corner crossing and the Supreme Court ruling; stream access; the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, mining, and caribou; the Roadless Rule; where to develop and not develop renewables; relative bipartisan support for nuclear energy; reintroducing pronghorn back to an area of New Mexico; the breadth of the coalition that came together around keeping public lands in public hands; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 816: New Year's Resolutions, Mutant Turkeys, and Goodbye (Sort Of) Cal | MeatEater Radio Live!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 80:39 Transcription Available


    Hosts Brody Henderson, Ryan Callaghan, and Cory Calkins go deep with Dr. Phil Lavretsky about turkey mutations and his latest citizen science project, throwback to their favorite hunts of 2025, make some New Year's resolutions, and answer listener questions. Watch the live stream on the MeatEater Podcast Network YouTube channel. Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 815: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CXCVII

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 41:39 Transcription Available


    Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Cory Calkins, Nate Mason, Max Barta, Sarah Delany Maggie Smith, and Jon Montresor. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 814: Photographing Wolf Kills, Underwater Beavers, and Other Impossible Shots

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 119:54 Transcription Available


    Steven Rinella talks with Ronan Donovan. Topics discussed: Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 813: Stolen Elk and the Best Fishing Lures of All Time | MeatEater Radio (Not) Live!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2025 70:48 Transcription Available


    Hosts Spencer Neuharth, Cory Calkins, and Max Barta talk with Guns and Ammo's David Faubion about a wild confrontation in the field, share a round of Top 3s, chat with MeatEater's own Mark Kenyon about his favorite books for whitetail hunters, and answer listener questions. Watch the live stream on the MeatEater Podcast Network YouTube channel. Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 812: The Best Grub in Texas

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2025 60:56 Transcription Available


    Steven Rinella talks with chef Jesse Griffiths, Janis Putelis, Clay Newcomb, Brent Reaves, and Randall Williams. Topics discussed: How everything is from around here; buying truck loads of ingredients in season; eating while podcasting; nilgai and hog hunting and field processing; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 811: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CXCVI

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 50:27 Transcription Available


    Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Seth Morris, Tressa Croaker, and Nate Mason. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ep. 810: The Perfect Country and Western Song

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 22:24 Transcription Available


    Steven Rinella talks with Reid Isbell, Dan Isbell, and Clay Newcomb. Topics discussed: Hosting MeatEater's God's Country podcast; Music Row and where music is made; yet another North vs. South thing; professional song-writing skills; a song about a mule; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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