Best Hunting Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 571: MeatEater Kids II 23:05

17h ago23:05

23:05

Welcome to our brand new podcast, MeatEater Kids! It's a fun, educational, and engaging podcast for all of you outdoor kids. Learn about science and history from Steve's "Why It's the Way It Is" segment and impress your friends with your newfound knowledge, develop your ear for animal vocalizations with our "Guess that Critter" segment brought to y…

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476 | Shoot Better in the Mountains (with Jon Pynch) — The Experience Project 1:25:38

20h ago1:25:38

1:25:38

Jon Pynch (@jonpynch) is one of the top precision rifle competitors in the country, and a very accomplished mountain hunter. He joins us on the podcast to discuss how we all, as hunters, can become more proficient rifle shooters in a mountain environment. This is a wide-ranging conversation that will cover everything from techniques and practice dr…

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Ep. 570: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CXX 41:58

3d ago41:58

41:58

Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Chester Floyd, Hanzi Deschermeier, Chilly Chleborad, Mackenzie Elmquist, Christine Sawicki, Alyssa Smith, Cory Calkins, and Logan Dove. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for…

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475 | Proven Training Methods for the Mountain Hunter — The Experience Project 1:41:11

3d ago1:41:11

1:41:11

Mark is joined by Scott Johnston, author of Training for the Uphill Athlete, owner of Evoke Endurance, and a dedicated outdoorsman and athlete with decades of experience. They discuss the physical demands of backcountry or mountain hunting, what hunters can learn from other outdoor athletes, and the best way to train for extended hunts in difficult…

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423 Dr. Bob Delmore meaty solutions 49:17

3d ago49:17

49:17

Dr. Bob Delmore is a professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at Colorado State University Listen as he talks about his students help make meat sticks for needy children

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474 | Final Hunt Prep (Don't Waste Time!) — The Experience Project 1:06:12

4d ago1:06:12

1:06:12

Steve & Mark discuss how to effectively use time in the final weeks leading up to a big hunt. They share what they are personally doing, as they find themselves 5 weeks out from their Alaskan Caribou Hunt, and they also provide general guidance for making the best use of the limited time available before any big hunt. If you want advice on finding …

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Ep. 569: The Musky Wars 1:59:45

5d ago1:59:45

1:59:45

Steven Rinella talks with Larry Ramsell, Ryan Callaghan, Chester Floyd, Brody Henderson, Seth Morris, Phil Taylor, and Corinne Schneider. Topics discussed: Books by the reel musky expert; the man at the end of the line; if we didn’t have catch and release for muskies, we’d have fried them all; all muskies all the time; two different species?; the b…

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Ep. 568: MeatEater Kids I 19:03

8d ago19:03

19:03

Welcome to our brand new podcast, MeatEater Kids! It's a fun, educational, and engaging podcast for all of you outdoor kids. Learn about science and history from Steve's "Why It's the Way It Is" segment and impress your friends with your newfound knowledge, develop your ear for animal vocalizations with our "Guess that Critter" segment brought to y…

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Ep. 567: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CXIX 47:45

10d ago47:45

47:45

Janis Putelis guest hosts MeatEater Trivia with Spencer Neuharth, Tony Peterson, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Max Barta, Christine Sawicki, Reva Hansen, and Chester Floyd. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…

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422 Steve Pitstick, Quentin Connealy, Don Bierman MyAgData 48:41

10d ago48:41

48:41

How's your crops look? Have you reported your acres yet? Listen as I talk with Steve Pitstick, Quentin Connealy, and Don Bierman from MyAgData

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MM 226 | Following Up on Footwear, Form's Podcast, and More... 48:02

11d ago48:02

48:02

Steve and Mark answer your listener questions on this Monday Minute episode. The answer to why Exo will not be starting a boot company, if they plan to try barefoot-style boots, their thoughts on Schnee boots, how to select the best length for a rifle barrel, how much ammo to pack on a backcountry hunt, and much more...Resources mentioned in this e…

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Ep. 566: Shooting Dogs and Stopping Hogs 1:47:20

12d ago1:47:20

1:47:20

Steven Rinella talks with Tony Peterson, Ryan Callaghan, Randall Williams, Brody Henderson, Janis Putelis, Phil Taylor, and Corinne Schneider. Topics discussed: Steve reads "A Vaquero of the Brush Country" so you don't have to; terrorizing the neighborhood with a slingshot; listen to our new HOUNDations podcast covering all things dog with Tony Pet…

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473 | Using Packrafts for Hunting (What You Need to Know) — The Experience Project 1:22:01

14d ago1:22:01

1:22:01

Join Steve and Mark as they speak with Thor Tingey of Alpack Raft and talk about using Alpacka Packrafts for their upcoming Alaskan Caribou hunt. They discuss how to select a pack raft for hunting, what to know about using a packraft, the additional gear needed with a raft, how to stay safe on the water, and much more...MORE INFO: https://the-exper…

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Ep. 565: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CXVIII 43:27

17d ago43:27

43:27

Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Tony Peterson, Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Seth Morris, Corinne Schneider, Hilary Byrne, Cory Calkins, and Hanzi Deschermeier. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Trivia Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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472 | Plan a Do-It-Yourself Fly-In Hunt in Alaska — The Experience Project 1:12:42

17d ago1:12:42

1:12:42

Join Steve and Mark as they speak with their pilot, Nick from Nick's Air Service, for their upcoming Caribou Hunt in Alaska. They discuss how to plan a fly-in hunt, how to find a pilot, how to pack for the hunt, what to know about weight limits, and much more...MORE INFO: https://the-experience-project.com/plan-a-fly-in-alaska-hunt/Subscribe via Em…

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421 David Hula 600 bushel corn 48:07

18d ago48:07

48:07

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Ep. 564: De-extinction: Can We Make a Mammoth, and Why Should We? 1:52:29

19d ago1:52:29

1:52:29

Steven Rinella talks with Matt James of Colossal Biosciences, Janis Putelis, Ryan Callaghan, Brody Henderson, and Randall Williams. Topics discussed: Explaining de-extinction; bringing back the woolly mammoth, dodo bird, and Tasmanian tiger; bringing back Mingus, or Mingus 2.0; watch our Bull Boat race video between Steve and Cal; gene editing with…

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471 | How To Select the Best Binocular For Your Hunt — The Experience Project 1:14:13

19d ago1:14:13

1:14:13

Do you need the best binoculars on the market, or can you hunt effectively with a budget-friendly bino? Is a 10x42 really the best "do it all" binocular size? What about range-finding or image-stabilizing binoculars for hunting? What is the best way to connect binos to a tripod? What are some common mistakes that hunters make when setting up binocu…

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470 | Why Smaller Calibers May Be Better For Big Game Hunting (Part 2) — The Experience Project 1:36:30

21d ago1:36:30

1:36:30

This is the second half of a conversation that explores how bullets kill and why smaller calibers may be better for big game hunting. Be sure to listen to Part 1 of this conversation (Episode 469) before listening to this 2nd-half of the discussion.In this episode we compare how different types of bullets create different types of wound channels, d…

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469 | Why Smaller Calibers May Be Better For Big Game Hunting (Part 1) — The Experience Project 1:31:41

23d ago1:31:41

1:31:41

This podcast will challenge decades of "common knowledge" about what type of rifle and bullet should be used for big game hunting. In fact, if you can't have an open mind about things you "know" to be true, you probably shouldn't listen to this. We don't say that to be dramatic, but because being willing to accept information that challenges widely…

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Ep. 563: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CXVII 40:26

24d ago40:26

40:26

Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Janis Putelis, Mark Kenyon, Justin Gaethje, Mark Healey, Josh Smith, Patrick Hanley, Luke Caudillo, Scottie Lago, and Troy Hellman. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Trivia Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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420 Elsie Risacher turnin wrenches 46:16

25d ago46:16

46:16

Here's a story of a young lady that has an incredibly supportive father, who helped her rent her first farm at 14. I'm sure this is commonplace... Have a listen as I talk with Minnisota farmer Elsie RisacherBy SharkFarmer

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Ep. 562: A Wyoming Grizzly Attack 1:58:43

26d ago1:58:43

1:58:43

Steven Rinella talks with Shayne Burke, Chloe Burke, Janis Putelis, Ryan Callaghan, Brody Henderson, and Randall Williams. Topics discussed: When your wife is an EMT and is there to help when you get mauled by a grizzly; when you go from catching and selling pigeons to raising baby pigeon chick pets; shed hunting and getting a stick in your eye; br…

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468 | A Backcountry Hunting Pack MUST Do This — The Experience Project 1:08:33

26d ago1:08:33

1:08:33

After footwear, which is the most important gear item for the backcountry hunter, the next most important thing to have is a comfortable, strong, and durable pack system.We have spent well over a decade obsessing about pack systems for backcountry hunting. But right now we are not talking specifically about our Exo Mtn Gear pack systems; we want to…

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467 | Planning our Alaska Caribou Hunt — The Experience Project 1:19:16

29d ago1:19:16

1:19:16

Join Steve, Mark, and Jeff as they have a planning call for their upcoming Caribou Hunt in Alaska. This is an unscripted, "behind the scenes" look at how they are planning their hunt, determining a hunting strategy, selecting gear, and more.More Information: https://the-experience-project.com/planning-our-caribou-hunt/Subscribe by Email to receive …

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466 | The Best Hunting Boot (Isn't What You Think It Is) — The Experience Project 1:53:17

1M ago1:53:17

1:53:17

Having the right footwear is the most important gear decision you can make as a backcountry hunter. And it is also one of the most difficult pieces of gear to get right.In this in-depth conversation, Steve & Mark discuss what they have learned over the past decade+, as they have hiked and hunted in dozens of footwear brands, models, and styles, ove…

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Ep. 561: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CXVI 52:00

1M ago52:00

52:00

Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Steve Rinella, Janis Putelis, Ryan Callaghan, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Seth Morris, Mackenzie Elmquist, and Max Barta. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Trivia Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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419 Brian Clarke September 11th Attack Survivor 54:00

1M ago54:00

54:00

Imagine being in the World Trade Center during the attacks of September 11th... imagine the plane hitting your floor. Listen to the incredible story of Brian ClarkeBy SharkFarmer

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Ep. 560: RFK Jr. on Polluters, Falconry, and Assassinations 2:18:39

1M ago2:18:39

2:18:39

Steven Rinella talks with independent presidential candidate for the 2024 election, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Topics discussed: Brain worms and bonding over parasites; getting mercury poisoning from eating all the fish you harvest; raising homing pigeons at age 7; being a master falconer; fighting polluters to keep water clean; making a list of every b…

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465 | The Experience Project 33:50

1M ago33:50

33:50

Welcome to The Experience Project. In this episode, Steve & Mark explain the vision for The Experience Project and how it will change the podcast over the next several months.The Hunt Backcountry Podcast isn't changing permanently, and we will continue to include listener stories, industry guests, and more types of episodes in the future, but The E…

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Ep. 559: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CXV 45:14

1M ago45:14

45:14

Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Seth Morris, Christine Sawicki, Max Barta, Alyssa Smith, and Logan Dove. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Trivia Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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418 Mark Kannmacher Talkin Turkey 47:35

1M ago47:35

47:35

Have a listen to how Mark Kannmacher was able to go from an Industrial Arts teacher to the turkey king of Clark County

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MM 225 | The Experience of Backpack Hunting 38:38

1M ago38:38

38:38

Join Steve and Mark for an unscripted discussion about the Experience of Backpack Hunting. Why they do it. What it means to them. And why it is such a valuable pursuit. Although this conversation isn't filled with tangible takeaways, we hope it inspires you to get out and experience an adventure unlike any other.EMAIL YOUR QUESTION — podcast@exomtn…

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Ep. 558: An Aldo Leopold Blowout Extravaganza 2:11:58

1M ago2:11:58

2:11:58

Steven Rinella talks with Doug Duren, Karl Malcolm, Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, and Randall Williams. Topics discussed: The Aldo Leopold Foundation; a diamond anniversary; how “A Sand County Almanac” remains powerfully relevant today; celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Gila Wilderness; Aldo Leopold quotes; the object and its shadow; get a…

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Ep. 557: Shooting with Sig 1:20:57

1M ago1:20:57

1:20:57

Steven Rinella speaks with Patrick Hanley and Daniel Horner from Sig Sauer, Janis Putelis, Garrett Long, and Corinne Schneider. Topics discussed: When a guy dares to do a "stick 'em up" robbery of your dad's veterinarian business; getting schooled at shooting competitions; the Sig Cross; the "man bun" caliber; left-handed Clovis hunters; how Steve …

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464 | Aziak Equipment, Ultralight Tripods, and More with Rydell Reinbold 1:09:40

1M ago1:09:40

1:09:40

As a trained engineer and experienced outdoorsman, Rydell Reinbold often modified the gear he used for hunting. Then he started designing and producing his own gear, for his own needs. And, eventually, he founded Aziak Equipment to share his work with other hunters. Today, Rydell is the owner, designer, and sole operator at Aziak.We speak with Ryde…

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Ep. 556: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CXIV 43:34

1M ago43:34

43:34

Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Janis Putelis, Randall Williams, Chester Floyd, Maggie Smith, Cory Calkins, Max Barta, and Reva Hansen. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Trivia Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By MeatEater

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417 Brandy Renshaw Levee Warrior 51:23

2M ago51:23

51:23

Have a listen as I talk with deep Southern Illinois Farmer Brandy Renshaw. She recounts what it was like growing up, on a farm, with a mother suffering from paranoid schizophrenia

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MM 224 | Ultralight vs Comfort & Other Deep Gear Thoughts 42:31

2M ago42:31

42:31

Steve & Mark answer your listener-submitted questions on this Monday Minute episode. They discuss choosing ultralight vs choosing comfort, the best (and worst) ways to save pack weight, how to spend money on gear upgrades, selecting a quilt, and some deeper or more philosophical thoughts on the debatable importance of gear in general.NEWSLETTER — h…

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Ep. 555: Cooking Beaver and Aging Fish with Brad Leone 2:04:21

2M ago2:04:21

2:04:21

Steven Rinella speaks with Brad Leone, Ryan Callaghan, Jordan Sillars, Spencer Neuharth, Randall Williams, Phil Taylor, and Corinne Schneider. Topics discussed: Boiling muskrats; recalling our episode on GMOs; Steve’s beaver blanket; Brad’s shows on YouTube; super salad; the cheek sleeve; a bag of dogs; when Brad and Cal cooked up trapping bait; Br…

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463 | John Barklow on Innovation, Skills, Priorities, and More... 1:16:48

2M ago1:16:48

1:16:48

We welcome John Barklow back to the Hunt Backcountry Podcast. This is a wide-ranging conversation that answers some of your listener questions and goes into some unexpected topics. We discuss...- Bowhunting Cape Buffalo in Africa.- Recovering from injury and surgery and injury as an aging mountain hunter.- Where has innovation in technical hunting …

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Ep. 554: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CXIII 47:49

2M ago47:49

47:49

Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Doug Duren, Karl Malcolm, Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Chester Floyd, Garrett Long, and Tressa Croaker. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Trivia Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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416 Joe Silar Sap Suckin Entrepreneur 50:27

2M ago50:27

50:27

This is just a great interview with a crazy entrepreneur farmer Listen as I talk with New York Farmer Joe Silar

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MM 223 | Headlamps, Rifle Tools, and "Clean" Food 26:11

2M ago26:11

26:11

Steve & Mark answer your listener-submitted questions on this Monday Minute episode. They discuss the upcoming Experience Project, Mark's headlamp, tools to fix issues with a rifle in the backcountry, and using "clean" food to fuel performance on long hikes.Resources mentioned in this episode:- Fenix HM50R v2.0: https://amzn.to/4dJGbag- 16340 USB-C…

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Ep. 553: EXCLUSIVE - The Otter Mauling Victims Speak Out 1:53:43

2M ago1:53:43

1:53:43

In this exclusive interview, Steven Rinella talks with otter mauling victims, Jennifer Royce, Stephanie Johnson, and Leila Pavolich. Janis Putelis and Spencer Neuharth join. Topics discussed: FTO and missing half your ear; the frequency of otter attacks over time; donate to the Bob Patten Endowment for the Kent State University Experimental Archaeo…

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462 | Backpacking Light & Hunting with Ryan Jordan 1:13:37

2M ago1:13:37

1:13:37

Ryan Jordan is a backpacker, hunter, engineer, researcher, and the Founder & Owner of Backpacking Light.We speak with Ryan about the benefits of a lighter total pack weight for backcountry hunting, the barriers and misconceptions about "going light", the differences between gear for a lightweight backpacker and the backcountry hunter, and a whole l…

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Ep. 552: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CXII 54:17

2M ago54:17

54:17

Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Brad Leone, Ryan Callaghan, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Corinne Schneider, Collin Fopma, and Mackenzie Elmquist. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Shop Trivia Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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415 Mary Kutter Devil's Money 45:13

2M ago45:13

45:13

Has social media helped the "average farmer" get an audience? It has completely changed the music world. Listen as I talk with Mary Kutter an independent artist that just hit #5 on the ITunes country chart

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MM 222 | Sitka vs First Lite vs ???, Glassing vs Moving, & Pillow Hacks 32:00

2M ago32:00

32:00

Steve & Mark answer your listener-submitted questions on this Monday Minute episode. They discuss "when to stay and when to go" on difficult hunts, how to keep your pillow in place when using a quilt instead of a sleeping bag, what is going on with hunting clothing brands changing their gear so often, and which clothing brands would be recommended …

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Ep. 551: Old School Methods vs. New-Fangled Gadgetry 1:33:21

2M ago1:33:21

1:33:21

Steven Rinella talks with Ryan Callaghan, Clay Newcomb, Randall Williams, and Phil Taylor. Topics discussed: Experiences had in and around The Wilma Theater; morels in moose tracks; “Ole Slew Foot” performed by Clay and Phil the Quiet Man of Talent on the harmonica; banning sonar in WI?; drones and hunting; traditional use vs. technological advance…

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