The MeatEater Podcast Ep. 797: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CXCII
Nov 26, 2025
Nate Mason, a MeatEater contributor and trivia contestant, joins a lively panel led by Randall Williams. They tackle intriguing trivia questions ranging from norovirus hospitalizations to the ecological significance of bunchgrass. Ryan Callaghan announces his new CEO role at BHA, emphasizing conservation. The panel humorously debates the cultural impact of the film Deliverance, while competing fiercely for a $500 donation prize. A highlight is the fun moments revealing the animal kingdom's quirks and outdoor knowledge!
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Trivia Funds Conservation
- MeatEater Trivia donates $500 to a conservation group chosen by the winner, tying entertainment to conservation funding.
- The format blends hunting, fishing, conservation, and cooking to engage outdoor audiences around stewardship.
Callaghan's New Conservation Role
- Ryan Callaghan announces he's leaving to become CEO of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers starting January 1.
- He frames the role as protecting public lands, waters, and wildlife and building broad coalitions.
Norovirus Leads Food Hospitalizations
- Norovirus causes the most hospitalizations from foodborne illness despite lower profile than E. coli or salmonella.
- High-case counts, not just severity, drive hospitalization statistics according to the CDC.