Best Sika Deer Podcasts (2024)

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Wildlife In The Balance with Simon Mustoe 1:05:35

5h ago1:05:35

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This is one of the most thought-provoking books I have read. Although I don’t agree with everything in the book, I can overlook my disagreements because of how brilliant some parts that I do agree with are. So I couldn’t wait to sit down with the author, expert ecologist, Simon Mustoe for a chat about his views and, of course, about the book. In hi…

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184: Novel Ecosystems and Nature-Based Solutions with Marcus Collier 59:49

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Are humans part of nature or separate from it? How do we define native species, and should we always strive to eradicate invasive ones? Can urban green spaces play a role in addressing climate change and biodiversity loss? And what is the Anthropocene anyway? These are only some of the questions I discussed with Dr. Marcus Collier, an Associate Pro…

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43 The Gamekeepers' Welfare Trust 23:43

6h ago23:43

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Send us a Text Message. Health is not something men talk about very well. I sat down with Helen from Gamekeepers welfare trust and we talked about how the trust can help if you or friends and family are in need. The check in with a Mate campaign has been seen around all the shows and is really important pick up that phone or pop in and see you frie…

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183: Nature Restoration Law - an Irish Farmer’s Perspective with Bill O’Keeffe 1:20:51

21d ago1:20:51

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Why was the farming community so opposed to the EU’s Nature Restoration Law? Doesn’t a healthy ecosystem benefit agriculture? Isn’t the availability of additional payments for alternative use of unproductive land a good thing? Aren’t the measures built into the law sufficient to protect the actively used agricultural land? To find answers to those …

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42 Hunting with Heart: How Women Are Changing the Face of Deer Stalking 1:25:38

4d ago1:25:38

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Send us a Text Message. The ever-growing world of deer stalking can be a daunting enough for a novice and especially if you are a female. Artemis Deerstalking group was created as safe space for ladies to chat on social media. They have events, training days and support each other with ideas and first hunts success. In this recording I chat to Heat…

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41 Exploring Hunting Heritage and Conservation with Robbie 50:52

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Send us a Text Message. How does one transition from an urban upbringing in Johannesburg to becoming a key voice in the global hunting and conservation community? Join us as we unravel the compelling journey of Robbie, the brain behind Blood Origins. Robbie dives into his personal story, sharing how his family's hunting heritage shaped his passion …

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182: Lead Ammunition and Health with Fredrik Widemo 1:04:36

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Should we worry about consuming venison from an animal harvested with lead ammunition? Will cutting out and discarding meat around the impact area solve the problem? And what are the best practices to keep us safe? Most of us have heard about the negative effects of lead on health. Not only on our health but also on the health of the ecosystems. In…

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181: Farming and Soil Biodiversity with Stuart Meikle 1:10:07

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What is sustainable agriculture? Does regenerative farming mean focusing primarily on the soil biome? Is farming a leading cause of biodiversity loss? …and do we really have only 60 harvests left? To get the answers to those and other questions about farming and biodiversity, join me for a conversation with an agricultural management and policy spe…

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40 Who is Faye? Immerse yourself in to the world of a female Gamekeeper and Deer stalking Guide 1:05:39

1M ago1:05:39

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Send us a Text Message. The world of gamekeeping and a professional deer guide. I chat to Faye Smith who take on both of these roles on in her day-to-day life as well as being the face of the Seeland clothing. I talk about her favourite deer to stalk and the upcoming game season. I find out how she started in the world of gamekeeping and field spor…

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39 The Last Keeper with Tom Opre 1:49:41

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Send us a Text Message. In this podcast I chat with the director of the Last Keeper Tom Opre who give us his back story as well as many other interesting topics along the they to do with conservation and management. You can see the Last Keeper in a digital format at https://www.shepherdsofwildlife.org/ If you have any feedback please dop me a messa…

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180: Hunters Just Are 34:05

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Not long ago I posted a tweet: “Hunters are not good or bad, they just are. Therefore, they must be managed just like, and as a part of, the wildlife they hunt.” It was an attempt to condense my thoughts about our relationship with wildlife and nature. I purposefully used the word “our” because I believe that we are all hunters; it's just that this…

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38 The questions you wanted answer too 23:21

2M ago23:21

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Send us a Text Message. So, throughout the years I get question from you the listener, I don’t always have time to answer, but do my best. However, I think a few are worth sharing so I have recorded a short podcast to let you listen to some of my answers please remember these are my points of view Hope you enjoy and if you have more question fire t…

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179: Sika Deer: Pest or Precious? 1:28:35

2M ago1:28:35

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Sika (cervus nippon) is a mid-sized deer that was introduced to Ireland in the 1860s to the Powerscourt Estate. Soon after that, it started spreading across Ireland. Today, the main concentrations of sika are in Kerry, Wicklow, Tyrone and Fermanagh. More recently, it has also been found in Waterford, Galway, Limerick, and Wexford. The National Biod…

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37 Rachel Carrie. Hunter, author and a mother 1:23:06

3M ago1:23:06

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Send us a Text Message. Rachel Carrie we get to find out a bit more about who she is. Rachel has been doing a great deal for countryside pursuits over the years and taken a lot of media attention. The TV show with Jodie Marsh was a fantastic look at how people given the correct information can change there opinions. Rachel is also a top shot in the…

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178: Why Biodiversity Matters with Nigel Dudley 58:26

3M ago58:26

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“Why Biodiversity Matters” is fundamentally a philosophy book. However, the author and our guest, Nigel Dudley, is not a philosopher but an accomplished conservation biologist who has accumulated an incredible wealth of knowledge and experience working on conservation projects across the world. He has worked as a consultant ecologist with internati…

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36 Kryptek, Butch Whiting explains all 1:09:05

3M ago1:09:05

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Send us a Text Message. Kryptek Camouflage... The new kid on the block in the UK market. However a band that has been around in the US for a number of years Butch Whiting tell his story of how he created and started out in the outdoor clothing market and we look at the journey it’s taken. We also discuss his recent visit to the UK and hunting trips…

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35 Tick Awareness and Protection from Rovince 37:54

3M ago37:54

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Send us a Text Message. So, it the warming up the grass is growing and all the insects have come out to play even the nasty little one called Ticks who want to find and nice warm place to suck you blood. They also carry a nasty little pay load called Lyme borreliosis, known as Lyme disease, not all tick carry it but we should be careful anyway I ta…

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34 Jonathan Ward talks about his time in the Gun Trade 42:05

3M ago42:05

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Send us a Text Message. I talk with a very old school friend of mine Jonathan Ward we go back to our time at Handcross Park school in west Sussex. Jonathan left school and went to work in the gun trade and has worked at some of the most prestigious places like Harrods and Holland and Holland He's now back in the family business at Ray Ward Gunsmith…

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33 The Future of Deer stalking with David McAuley 32:08

4M ago32:08

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Send us a Text Message. I talk to David McAuley the CEO of the British Deer Society at the Stalking Show 2024 We discuss how the future of deer stalking looks and how we all have a role to play. The future is bright but will require some serious alignment to do it Visit The British Deer Society link below https://bds.org.uk/ Any quetion about this …

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32 Lets Talk Gold Mining and Wilderness with Kayla Johanson 54:31

4M ago54:31

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Send us a Text Message. Every thought about what gold mining was like, well I talk to Kayla Johanson a real-life gold miner. We talk all about how she got started, to her mining style, even a close encounter with some wildlife Kayla was also on the hit TV show Gold Rush White water, but has now set up her own YouTube channel documenting her mining …

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177: Nature, Farming and Politics with Saoirse McHugh 1:02:17

4M ago1:02:17

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Join me for a conversation with Saoirse McHugh who is running as an independent candidate for the European Parliament to represent the Midlands-North-West constituency. During our discussion, we delve into a wide array of topics such as the connection between agriculture and environmentalism, sustainable land management practices and agricultural s…

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176: Invasive Ants Impact Lion Predation on Zebras, with Adam T. Ford 51:59

4M ago51:59

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The paper that we discuss in this episode describes how an invasive species of ants disrupts lion hunting behaviour. There are also acacia trees, elephants, zebras and buffalos involved in the whole chain of interactions between species. To talk about this incredibly interesting research I invited an Associate Professor, Adam Ford, Canada Research …

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175: SOTKA Wetlands with Veli-Matti Pekkarinen and Heikki Helle 58:54

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Finnish SOTKA is a large-scale habitat restoration project and a part of a larger Helmi Habitats Programme aimed at restoring Finland’s biodiversity. It is run by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry and the Ministry of the Environment. SOTKA’s objective is large-scale habitat restoration through wetlands rehabilitation, restoration of mires an…

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31 Jose Souto talks about Falconry, Deer and lots lots more 1:40:43

5M ago1:40:43

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Send us a Text Message. I talk to Jose and discuss many topics, from Bird of prey to deer stalking. To work he does as a teacher at a top London training school for new chefs. We also talk about the equipment Jose uses in the field. Don’t miss out on the Stalking show latest competition Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_outdoor_gibbon/…

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174: Not A Conservationist 11:01

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Many people claim they are conservationists. But are they really? Inspired by your comments and some discussions that I had in the past, I decided to talk about this subject. This episode was recorded outdoors, on the beautiful Irish coast of county Kerry. So, don’t be surprised to hear chough calling in the background or some occasional gusts of w…

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30 The Stalking show Sneak Peak with David Freer 34:10

6M ago34:10

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Send us a Text Message. If there is one show to goto in 2024 and your into deer stalking and everything that goes along with it then dont miss the stalking show We chat to David about how the show came about and what happening at the 2024 show. https://www.thestalkingshow.co.uk/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_outdoor_gibbon/…

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173: The Last Keeper with Tom Opre 1:23:06

6M ago1:23:06

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I have been waiting for Tom Opre’s new film “The Last Keeper” since I learned in July 2022 that he and his team are working on it. Well, the wait was over for me at the beginning of February 2024, as I was the only person in Ireland to screen the film. The wait will soon be over for you as well since the film premieres in mid-April in Edinburgh. Wh…

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29 Hunting in Sweden with Beatrice 1:02:24

6M ago1:02:24

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Send us a Text Message. Podcast looking at how hunting in Sweden is different to the UK, we talk over many topics including how post should be presented on social media in the challenging time we are in. We also discuss the problems of the introduction of wolves in Sweden and how hunters will hunt less with dogs in these area. Instagram: https://ww…

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172: Antidote to Screen Addiction with Emanuel Rose 46:35

6M ago46:35

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This episode is slightly different than usual when it comes to its subject. However, working with technology by day and creating digital content by night, I spend substantial time thinking about and grappling with this subject. So when I learned that a long-term supporter and a friend of the podcast, Emanuel Rose, wrote a book about it, I decided t…

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28 The Wild Order. 49:52

6M ago49:52

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Send us a Text Message. I talk to the owner and creator of The Wild Order a group passionate about sharing the knowledge of deer stalking and food production. Giving the participant a chance to experience something different. The run days in Sussex, Sufolk and the Highlands of scotland. They can be found at https://www.thewildorder.com/ Instagram h…

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171: Rewilding with Steve Carver 51:51

6M ago51:51

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It has been a considerable time since the last time we spoke about rewilding on the podcast. I feel that the discussion around the practice as well as understanding of the term has moved on in the last three to four years. So, I decided to get an update on the state of rewilding. To do so, I invited the Director of the Wildland Research Institute a…

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27 Katie Hargreaves Wildlife artist and deer stalker 1:06:29

7M ago1:06:29

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Send us a Text Message. Katie tells us about her journey in hunting after becoming a vegan but now a sustainable meat eater but only eating what she or close friends have harvested We also discuss her fantastic art, what the future looking like, maybe a return to colour from the black and white world. check out Katies web page https://www.katieharg…

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170: EU Biodiversity Strategy 2030 with Frank Vassen 55:14

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Currently, a lot is going on in the European Union concerning regulations that can impact nature and nature restoration. To get a better understanding of the current state of nature in the European Union and the future of nature conservation and restoration I talk with Frank Vassen. Frank works in the Nature Unit in the General Directorate for the …

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169: Species Reintroductions 30:20

7M ago30:20

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Species reintroductions, often in the context of rewilding, is a topic that we frequently discuss on this podcast. It is also fiercely debated on social media. I have been asked more than once about my views and opinions on this topic. Do I support species reintroductions? Well, it depends. In this episode, I’m going to break down my take on specie…

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26 The one stop shop for deer stalking equipment and training "Deercentral" 1:07:22

7M ago1:07:22

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Send us a Text Message. If you looking to get into stalking and need advice, training or some equipment then Ben at Deercentral is probable a good stop. He has the essential equipment for many stalkers as well as offering very good training and teaching They also make a fanstic leather 3 point sling Check out https://deercentral.co.uk/ or visit the…

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168: Coexistence with Wolves in Estonia with Helen Arusoo 57:29

7M ago57:29

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On my podcast, we talk a lot about coexistence with large carnivores and the challenges it poses. Some of those challenges might seem insurmountable to some. To shed some light on overcoming these hurdles, I contacted Helen Arusoo, an Estonian nature journalist and the leader of the National Animal Working Group. In this conversation, we talk about…

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25 Jason Doyle, Irish Deer stalker and Game shooter. 1:04:28

8M ago1:04:28

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Send us a Text Message. I caught up with Jason to discuss all things sika Deer and Irish stalking related. Jason was a professional hunter in Ireland for many years guiding people onto the famous ghosts of the forest Sika deer. He has a fantastic wealth of knowledge. We spoke about all thing stalking and shooting but there is so much more we did no…

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167: Conservation Detection Dogs with Caroline Finlay 49:49

8M ago49:49

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When we talk about dogs and conservation, it is usually in the context of wildlife disturbances caused by pet dogs and their inconsiderate owners. However, a specially trained dog can be an invaluable asset in conservation projects that require searches or detection. The subjects can vary from searching and finding carcasses to detecting nests and …

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24 Byron Pace, Podcasters, Film maker and Journalist 1:46:16

8M ago1:46:16

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Send us a Text Message. Its normally Byron who is the interviewer and one behind the microphone and camera but I managed to grab a moment with this very talented producer and find out what he's been up to. We discuss the Into the Wilderness podcast, some of the short films he's made over the years and look at his latest project "Paid in Blood" Chec…

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166: Conservation and Science in 2024 - Housekeeping 53:37

8M ago53:37

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The new year has just started and I’m quick to treat you to yet another episode of the Conservation and Science podcast. Since it is this early in the year, it’s a good opportunity to give you an update about my plans for 2024 and what you can expect from the podcast. Listen to find out about changes to the episode release schedule, my writing and …

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23 Taxidermy a highly prized skill, I chat to Tom Douglas about his profession 1:14:12

8M ago1:14:12

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Send us a Text Message. Tom tells us about his journey to become a fantastic taxidermist as well as how he got into shooting sport. His work is some of the best you will see. He has some impressive mounts from the UK. Rember to look up The Wiltshire Redneck on Instagram and be blow away by some of his work Instagram https://www.instagram.com/the_ou…

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165: Flicker in the Water with Bob Gonzalez 49:37

9M ago49:37

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A Flicker in the Water is a book about fishing I wish someone had written a long time ago. I gotta admit that due to its small size, I initially underestimated it. However, as I started reading it, I was immediately drawn to the series of fishing stories and captivated by original, real-life photos. In fact, reading this book was so pleasurable tha…

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22 Sarah Miles, social media influencer and shooter the real deal 1:07:02

9M ago1:07:02

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Send us a Text Message. It’s tough these day to be a female social media influencer and not be classed as a fake and you only do it for the attention, well Sarah is breaking the mould on this she is a shooter first and the social media stuff just come off that back of her shooting. If you haven’t seen her social media feeds go check them out. She w…

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164: Shotgun Conservationist with Brant MacDuff 1:15:55

9M ago1:15:55

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The story of Brant MacDuff, the author of the book under the title “The Shotgun Conservationist: Why Environmentalists Should Love Hunting” is in many ways similar to mine. We were both born and raised in the city without any contact or access to hunting. We overcame not insignificant obstacles to get into hunting later in life and both of us decid…

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163: The EU Review of Wolf Protection Status 1:23:05

10M ago1:23:05

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The European Commission is deliberating on lowering the protection status of wolves in the EU. It seems like this decision has been taken after the European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen’s pony was killed by wolves. Is this really the reason for what many have dubbed “a new European wolf hunt”? To unpack this issue I talked to environm…

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21 Richie Nankz Knivez - Knives and Deer Stalking 2:19:32

10M ago2:19:32

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Send us a Text Message. We get to have a listen to who the owner of Richie Nankz Knivez. He takes us on his journey from the a Military Caree to the Knife maker and Deer stalker he is today Richie tells us about the knife making process and fit and finish you get from him We also discuss his recent trip to Ireland to stalk Sika deer Get yourself co…

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162: Sheep, Soil and Biodiversity with Suzanna Crampton 1:30:24

10M ago1:30:24

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The impact of farming on nature is one of the most contested subjects. The negative impact on biodiversity and soil health is juxtaposed with food security and benefits to certain species of wildlife. But does it have to be one or the other? Join me for the conversation with Suzanna Crampton who is one of the most recognisable figures in Irish agri…

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161: Archery Insights with Jim Clark 1:01:30

10M ago1:01:30

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This episode is a real treat for all those who are interested in bowhunting, bowhunting culture and the ethics of bowhunting compared to rifle hunting. Everything sprinkled with a healthy dose of hunting stories. — It feels like I’m one of the only very few who talks about bowhunting with European listeners in mind. Indeed, I would like to see hunt…

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160: Safari Club International with Ben Cassidy 57:34

11M ago57:34

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Today, we continue the exploration of the public perception of hunting, the issue of social license to hunt and some current topics related to hunting. Certain issues such as the use of lead in hunting ammunition or the attempts to ban the import of certain animal parts, aka trophy import ban, often hit the headlines. And there is no better person …

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159: Polar Bears in a Warming World with Andrew Derocher 1:04:57

11M ago1:04:57

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This episode will answer all your questions about polar bears — including those you didn’t know you had. Our guest is Professor Andrew Derocher from the Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Alberta who specialises in ecology, conservation, and management of large Arctic mammals with a particular focus on polar bears. The subjects …

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