

The MeatEater Podcast
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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 an in-depth and relevant look at all outdoor topics including hunting, fishing, nature, conservation, and wild foods. Filled with humor, irreverence, and things that will surprise the hell out of you, each episode welcomes a diverse group of guests who add their own expertise to the vast world of the outdoors. Part of The MeatEater Podcast Network.
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Jun 7, 2023 • 45min
Ep. 447: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia LXIII
Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Cory Calkins, Hayden Sammak, Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Logan Dove, Mackenzie Elmquist, Alyssa Smith, and Austin "Chilly" Chleborad. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 5, 2023 • 2h 32min
Ep. 446: When an African Cape Buffalo Beats Your Butt
Experienced hunters and guides share thrilling stories from African hunts, encounters with wildlife, including a dangerous moment with an African Cape Buffalo, the significance of local trackers in Tanzania, the challenges of poaching, and the value of wildlife conservation in Africa and North America. The conversation delves into the pay-to-play hunting model, the role of professional hunters, and the impact of ethical hunting practices for conservation efforts.

May 31, 2023 • 43min
Ep. 445: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia LXII
Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Ryan Callaghan, Christine Sawicki, Chester Floyd, Hilary Byrne, and Randall Williams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 29, 2023 • 2h 15min
Ep. 444: When the Turtles Come For You
Steve Rinella talks with Kimi Werner, Cameron Kirkconnell, Errol “T” Thurston, Dirt Myth, and Justin Turkowski. Topics include: Debating what makes a good freeze dried meal; T's fear of snakes; pre-order our latest book, "Catch a Crayfish, Count the Stars"; a scientific paper on the high rate of flit knapping injuries; how Florida may Constitutionalize the right to hunt and fish; how soap can make humans more attractive to mosquitos; how burning coals inside an old, dry coconut is the best skeeter repellent; when Kimi rejected a job offer to be a mermaid; a Moulin Rouge outfit in Paris and claiming that snakes can't swim, when they can; corrections on the fastest wind speeds; ciguatera, the toxin found in large reef fish that makes you sick; when Kimi called Seth a liar; country fried turtle steak; is conch harvesting unsustainable in the Bahamas?; mushy meat; bonefish being too much work; flashlights in the hole; the elusive cubera; and more. Connect with Steve and MeatEater Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 24, 2023 • 43min
Ep. 443: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia LXI
Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Steven Rinella, Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Corinne Schneider, Ryan Callaghan, Seth Morris, and Dan Ahdoot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 22, 2023 • 1h 59min
Ep. 442: Comedy Isn't Easy with Dan Ahdoot
Comedian and author, Dan Ahdoot, discusses his book 'Undercooked' on a wild podcast with humorous anecdotes about cow milking, deer pets, and a near-grouse encounter. They chat about freewriting, fly fishing guide deceptions, and hilarious hunting tales. Dan's coastal-elite-comedian-hunter-foodie lifestyle, Food Network show, and speeding ticket escapes keep the laughs coming.

May 17, 2023 • 37min
Ep. 441: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia LX
Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Steven Rinella, Ben Dettamanti, Randall Williams, Seth Morris, Chester Floyd, Hayden Sammak, Phil Taylor, and Corinne Schneider.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 15, 2023 • 2h 24min
Ep. 440: Glassing for Sheds
Steve Rinella talks with Ben Dettamanti, Chester Floyd, Seth Morris, Phil Taylor, and Corinne Schneider. Topics include: Phil's flat top; Chester's "not a ballsack" tattoo; the best song ever written by man and tribute to Gordon Lightfoot; how Steve wants his remains to be consumed by wild animals; when you grease your boots with your own belly fat; Wisconsin's excessive drinking; more on hunting kangaroos in Australia; a real Chetiquette stumper; having the shed eye; illegal shed stash piles; Pennsylvania's laws against settling antlers; remembering Jim Phillip's shed antler castle; Shed Crazy's 50 state shed hunt; how Utah is number one in green jello consumption; "The Stuff in My Pockets" episode from Brent Reaves' "This Country Life" podcast; and more. Connect with Steve and MeatEater Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater MerchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 10, 2023 • 42min
Ep. 439: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia LIX
Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Steven Rinella, Brody Henderson, Janis Putelis, Seth Morris, Hayden Sammak, Randall Williams, and Mackenzie Elmquist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 8, 2023 • 2h 24min
Ep. 438: Big Bird Good to Eat
Steve Rinella talks with Craig Harper, Jason Phelps, and Seth Morris. Topics include: Tree stand accidents; season delays; the special little tree cuts and our Line One turkey call; managing habitat for hunting; the launch of The Element's "Buck Truck" series; MeatEater and Jani's new gear giveaway; Chat GPT's anti-hunting bias; the various turkey slams; tasing turkeys; when your uncle claims your deer as his own; adaptive resource management; long spurs and selectivity; when the the objective is the quality of the herd; the debate over early vs. later season; initiating the nest and when multiple hens lay in the same spot; being on the curve and turkey reintroduction; historic highs; the need to define "wildlife" and managing with specificity; the edge and the interior; being where they wanna go; and more. Connect with Steve and MeatEater Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop MeatEater Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.