The MeatEater Podcast Ep. 721: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CLXX
Jun 25, 2025
Seth Morris, a trivia aficionado and outdoor enthusiast, joins a lively group featuring Brody Henderson and Janis Putelis. They play a fun trivia game that intertwines wildlife conservation with personal anecdotes, from witnessing calving glaciers to duck hunting tales. The conversation takes a culinary turn with tips on blanching vegetables and gardening insights. The hosts tackle challenging outdoor gear questions, all while sharing lighthearted banter and humor, making for an engaging and informative experience.
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Lightning Distance Estimation Rule
- The timing between lightning and thunder helps estimate how far the lightning strike is.
- Specifically, divide seconds between thunder and lightning by five to get miles away.
Glacier Calving Camping Story
- Seth told a story about camping near a glacier while sheep hunting in interior Alaska.
- He described the loud, nightly sounds of chunks breaking off the glacier, called calving.
Merganser Ducks Taste Insight
- Merganser ducks have serrated beaks that help catch fish and amphibians.
- Despite being tasty to some, they are considered some of the worst-tasting ducks to hunters.
