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Listening to America

#1568 The American Buffalo: a New Documentary by Ken Burns

Oct 10, 2023
Ken Burns, a documentary filmmaker, discusses his latest documentary on the American Buffalo. Topics include William Hornaday's role in buffalo conservation, Theodore Roosevelt's involvement, and the significance of the buffalo to America's heritage. The speaker also shares personal encounters with buffalos and their longstanding collaboration with Ken Burns.
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  • Preservation of the buffalo population in America was successful due to the efforts of figures like Theodore Roosevelt and William Hornaday.
  • The American Prairie Reserve in Montana aims to create a large buffalo pasture, but faces controversy from heritage ranchers.

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Historical Importance of Buffalo Preservation

The podcast discusses the historical significance of preserving the buffalo population in America. It highlights how the buffalo came close to extinction due to systematic slaughter, but efforts led by figures like Theodore Roosevelt and William Hornaday were successful in saving the species. The buffalo is seen as a symbol of America and the frontier, and its preservation is viewed as essential for maintaining the country's natural heritage.

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