Best Buffalo Bisons Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 221: "How Charles 'Buffalo' Jones and Key Conservationists Saved the American Bison: A Yellowstone Success Story 10:44

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In this episode of the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, we delve into the fascinating history of the American bison's near extinction and remarkable recovery, with a focus on the pivotal role played by Charles "Buffalo" Jones. Once a notorious buffalo hunter, Jones later became a passionate conservationist determined to save the very species he had once …

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The Great Buffalo Restoration on the American Prairie, with ‘world’s top bison wrangler’ Pedro Calderon-Dominguez 1:21:22

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Send us a text Pedro Calderon-Dominguez is regarded as an extraordinary horseman. Though as fate would have it, his life took a series of unexpected turns, through wildlife ecology as the first to further Aldo’s Leopold’s work with black bears, into holistic management with some of the legends in Mexico and beyond, and ultimately into working with …

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Ep 227: Waterfowl Conservation: Protecting Habitats and Ensuring Sustainable Harvests 10:55

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In this episode of the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, we dive into the early conservation movement in North America, focusing on the urgent need to protect waterfowl populations. As overhunting and habitat destruction led to a sharp decline in waterfowl numbers by the late 19th century, sportsmen and naturalists like George Bird Grinnell and Theodore R…

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CSU Gets Rammed, Better Luck Next Year Lil Bro 52:09

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Comment "Jimmy Johns is so yummy" on today's instagram post for a chance to win a free sandwich. Don't forget to drop your hottest takes into the comments section so we can read them on the air. Today were talking the incredible game that was the Rocky Mountain Showdown, Adair spills the tea on the drama CSU caused off the field, and we’ll preview …

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Resurgent Land, Culture & Food Systems on the Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation, with Lakota Woman Kelsey Scott 1:29:06

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Send us a text Kelsey Scott is a 4th generation cow producer and 125th generation land steward at DX Ranch, on the Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation in South Dakota. Kelsey is a Lakota woman and citizen of the Cheyenne River Sioux tribe, and Chief Strategy Officer for the Intertribal Agriculture Council, owner of a direct-to-consumer regenerative be…

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Ep 226: How the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972 Transformed Conservation: Key Figures, Battles, and Ongoing Challenges 11:20

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In this episode of the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, we dive into the landmark legislation that transformed marine conservation—the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972. This crucial law, passed in response to the rapid decline of marine mammal populations, protected whales, dolphins, seals, and more from overexploitation. Learn about the critical bat…

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Ep 225: Seals & Sharks: The Stunning Wildlife Comeback on Cape Cod's Coastlines 11:42

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In this episode of the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, we dive into the remarkable return of seals to the coastlines of Cape Cod. Once nearly driven to extinction due to overhunting and human conflict, harbor and gray seals have made a triumphant comeback thanks to vital conservation efforts like the Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972. We explore the …

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Ep 224: Nothing Has Changed in the Conservation Movement in Over 100 Years 12:51

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In this episode of the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, we dive into the lasting impact of Theodore Roosevelt's 1908 speech, "Conservation as a National Duty," and its relevance to today's environmental challenges. Roosevelt's call for federal responsibility and wise resource management was a turning point in the early conservation movement, addressing t…

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A Good Ole Nebraskan Butt Shuck 53:11

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The first five people to follow us on Instagram and comment on this episode's post “I Love Jimmy John’s” will win a free sandwich from the Jimmy John’s on Arapahoe Ave in Boulder! The WTB gang looks at CU's brutal defeat by the Corn Huskers, we hear some hilarious stories from Lincoln in Lincoln, NE, and we continue our new tradition of bashing on …

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Restoring Dairy Farming with Family, Food & Festival: At Churchtown Dairy, with Judith Schwartz, Eric Vinson & Steffen Schneider 28:25

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Send us a text The extraordinary Churchtown Dairy in New York is restoring dairy farming in a context where such farms are still closing around them. They are doing it with nature, family, food and festival at its heart. With organic and biodynamic methods, they are keeping cattle together in their families to amazing benefit, cultivating myriad fa…

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Ep 223: Gifford Pinchot’s Role in the White House Conference on Conservation 10:31

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In this episode of the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, we dive into the pivotal role Gifford Pinchot played in shaping American conservation during the White House Conference on Conservation in 1908. As the Chief Forester of the United States and a close advisor to President Theodore Roosevelt, Pinchot was instrumental in organizing this historic gather…

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Ep 222: Conservation as a National Duty 35:49

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In this episode of the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, we dive into Theodore Roosevelt's iconic 1908 speech, Conservation as a National Duty. Delivered during the White House Conference on Conservation, Roosevelt called for the wise management of America’s natural resources, warning against the dangers of overexploitation. His emphasis on the importance…

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Buffs Trample the Bisons, Is Deion the New Marlboro Man? 52:39

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The first five people to follow us on Instagram and DM us “I Love Jimmy John’s” will win a free sandwich from the Jimmy John’s on Arapahoe Ave in Boulder! The WTB gang breaks down a mediocre win over NDSU, previews the upcoming game against Nebraska, pokes fun at CSU’s embarrassing loss, and discusses the new cowboy culture Coach Prime has brought …

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Reflecting On the Good, Bad and Ugly…Podcast Update 2024 27:32

7d ago27:32

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A little bit of reflection and appreciation for how things have gone and where they have gone so far with The Airgun Podcast brand and an update on the podcast and social media posting for all who care to listen. No excuses, just leveling with you all. Love you all. Thank you for your support and friendships.…

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Out Among the Buffalo, with Pedro Calderon-Dominguez 20:15

8d ago20:15

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Send us a text The evening before we recorded the main episode with Pedro, we went out on the Plains to shepherd the buffalo to their next patch. This is a rare chance to hear one of the world’s most respected bison wranglers – and the animals themselves – at work. And there were some very special moments too, in this condensed 20-minute special ex…

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Jerry Schwab (Polo Grounds 1946-1957) 30:35

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Send us a text Jerry Schwab is my guest on this months Lost Ballparks podcast. From 1946-1957, Jerry and his family lived in an apartment underneath the LF grandstands at the Polo Grounds. His Dad, Matty was the head groundskeeper for the New York Giants. His story is a rare glimpse into a world that few have ever seen; personal relationships with …

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Ep 220: Bone Black and the Unthinkable: How the Buffalo Slaughter Led to the Consumption of Native American Remains 8:13

10d ago8:13

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In this eye-opening episode of the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, we delve into one of the darkest chapters of American history—the mass slaughter of buffalo in the late 19th century and the shocking aftermath that followed. As the buffalo were hunted nearly to extinction for their hides, the plains became littered with their bones. These bones, along …

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Ep 219: Protect Your Right To Hunt: Are Hunters Ruining Hunting? 10:27

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In this episode of the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, host Paul Fuzinski dives deep into the vital role that hunters and anglers play in conservation efforts across North America. Drawing from the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation, Paul discusses how a small group of dedicated outdoor enthusiasts are shouldering the majority of the financia…

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The Mail Run: From Churchtown Dairy 12:36

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Send us a text This week we’ve got some special news, and a mail run. That is, I reply to some of the text messages coming from you through the new link in our episode show notes. And I’m coming to you from the extraordinary Churchtown Dairy in New York, after attending an event last night at their amazing barn venue, with guest-of-honour, the glob…

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Ep 218: Chester Moore and the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation 43:25

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In this episode of the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, host Paul Fuzinski is joined by renowned conservationist Chester Moore for an insightful conversation about the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation. As they drive through the scorching heat of Texas, Chester and Paul delve into their recent experiences in Yellowstone National Park, where t…

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A PAC 12 Funeral and Big 12 Bonanza 50:15

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In our first episode of "What the Buff?", hosts Lincoln Roch and John Santos bid farewell to the Pac-12 and dive into the excitement of CU Boulder’s entry into the Big 12. They break down the latest headlines from Deion Sanders including the Denver Post blackout and Saudi Arabia NIL scandal. They also discuss the Buffs’ revamped offensive line and …

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Ep 217: Yellowstone National Park: A History of Near Misses with Private Interests 11:59

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In this episode of the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, we delve into the fascinating history of Yellowstone National Park and the numerous times it narrowly escaped being opened to private interests. Learn how Robert E. Carpenter, then superintendent of Yellowstone, attempted to push through the controversial "segregation bill," which aimed to carve out…

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The Stories We Tell about Ourselves with Anthony Wood 1:03:02

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We sat down with Anthony Wood to talk about his research focus on Black history in the west. We talk about his new research along with his book, Black Montana: Settler Colonialism and the Erosion of the Racial Frontier, 1877–1930. We dive into storytelling, history-making, and the stories that we tell about ourselves and what those stories and hist…

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Ep 216: Henry William Herbert and His Impact on Hunting and Fair Chase in North America 10:05

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In this episode of the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, we dive into the fascinating life and enduring legacy of Henry William Herbert, better known by his pen name Frank Forester. As a 19th-century writer and sportsman, Herbert played a pivotal role in shaping the culture of hunting in North America. Through his vivid literary works, he introduced the c…

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Ep 215: Why Hunting Saves Wildlife: Brant MacDuff on The Shotgun Conservationist & The North American Model 1:25:27

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In this episode of the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, host Paul Fuzinski welcomes Brant MacDuff, the author of The Shotgun Conservationist, for an engaging conversation that challenges common misconceptions about hunting and its role in conservation. Brant, who began his journey into hunting later in life, shares his insights into how hunting is not on…

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Disturbing the Sleeping Buffalo with Sally Thompson 1:00:44

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Join us as we speak with author Sally Thompson about her new book, Disturbing the Sleeping Buffalo: 23 Unexpected Stories That Awaken Montana's Past. The past still lingers along old trails, and among the people who live here today. Some, such as anthropologist and storyteller Sally Thompson, are better equipped to notice the traces of history lurk…

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Visiting Aldo Leopold’s Shack: On the 75th anniversary of A Sand County Almanac, with Dr Katie Ross 39:43

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Send us a text Aldo Leopold has profoundly influenced the modern conservation and regeneration movement. He affected nearly every national conservation initiative in the US during the 1930s and 40s, and this year marks the 75th anniversary of his classic book A Sand County Almanac. Hard to believe now that it was rejected many times before being fi…

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Ep 214: The Early Formation of Wildlife Conservation and the Introduction of Game Laws by the American Sportsmen Club 9:22

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In this episode of the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, we delve into the fascinating history of wildlife conservation in America, focusing on the pivotal role played by the American Sportsmen Club in the late 19th century. As market hunting drove species like the passenger pigeon and American bison to the brink of extinction, a group of forward-thinking…

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Ep 213: “Americanitis” and the Rush to the Great Outdoors 10:00

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In this episode, we delve into the fascinating history of neurasthenia, a diagnosis that gripped the urban middle and upper classes in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Coined by American neurologist George Miller Beard, neurasthenia was seen as a byproduct of modern life, particularly affecting "brain workers" who were overwhelmed by the dem…

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Ep 212: The Role of the Farm Bill in Wildlife Habitat Protections 12:53

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In this episode, we delve into an often-overlooked aspect of the U.S. Farm Bill: its significant impact on wildlife conservation. While the Farm Bill is typically associated with agriculture and food policy, it also includes a variety of conservation programs that play a crucial role in preserving and restoring wildlife habitats across the country.…

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Imagining a Society to Match the Scenery: Cole Mannix on founding Old Salt Co-op, Festival & food system revolution 1:15:39

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Send us a text Cole Mannix was featured in the New York Times a couple of months ago as part of a series called ‘Making It Work’, about ‘small-business owners striving to endure hard times’. The title read: Montana Has More Cows Than People. Why Are Locals Eating Beef From Brazil? The by-line followed: ‘Cole Mannix, [co-founder] of Old Salt Co-op, …

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Ep 211: Grizzly Bears Out West: Conservation Success and Management Challenges 9:34

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Welcome to another exciting episode of the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, where we dive deep into the fascinating world of wildlife conservation. In this episode, we explore the remarkable resurgence of grizzly bears in the western United States, a testament to the power of dedicated conservation efforts. Once roaming vast stretches of North America, g…

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Ep 210: Icons of a Wild America: The History of the Bison 10:21

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In this episode of the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast, we dive into the remarkable story of the American Bison, tracing their journey from the brink of extinction in the 19th century to their resurgence as icons of the wild. These magnificent creatures once roamed North America in vast herds, but by the late 1800s, their numbers had plummeted dramatical…

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Ep 209: Fishing the Wild Waters of Yellowstone for Yellowstone Cutthroat 12:21

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Join us on this thrilling episode as we embark on an adventure through the breathtaking landscapes of Yellowstone National Park. I recount my first-ever fishing trip in grizzly country, where the towering peaks, endless streams, and grazing bison create a backdrop like no other. Amidst the beauty, he pursues the elusive Yellowstone cutthroat, shari…

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Denny Matthews (HOF 2007) 33:58

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Send us a text Denny Matthews, the Royals Hall of Fame Voice, has been calling games in Kansas City since the team's first game in 1969! This is his 56th year with the Royals. He joins me on this month's episode of the Lost Ballparks podcast to talk about K.C.'s Municipal Stadium, The "K", all things Royals, the first MLB game he ever attended and …

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Allan Savory: On holistic management, scaling & a sense of survival 1:16:15

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Send us a text Allan Savory is a legend of regenerative agriculture - the ongoing force behind holistic management, a movement that has featured in so many stories on the podcast. Indeed, as we’ve travelled across the US / Turtle Island, we continue to hear such stories (including in last week's episode). Longer-term listeners might remember my con…

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Ep 208: Colorado’s Reckless Anti-Wildlife Management Ballot Initiatives Initiative 91): A Case Against Emotion-Driven Policies 11:16

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In this episode of Aptitude Outdoors, we delve into the contentious debate over Colorado's recent anti-wildlife management ballot initiatives. These measures, aimed at prohibiting the hunting and trapping of mountain lions and bobcats, are driven by emotional appeals rather than scientific evidence. We explore the potential consequences of these in…

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Ep 207: The Role of Hunting and Fishing Licenses in Funding Conservation in America 6:30

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In the United States, hunting and fishing are not only popular recreational activities but also crucial elements of the country's wildlife management and conservation efforts. The sale of hunting and fishing licenses plays a significant role in funding these initiatives, providing essential financial support for a wide range of conservation project…

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Ep 206: The Lacey Act and Its Impact on Wildlife Conservation in North America 7:58

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The Lacey Act and Its Impact on Wildlife Conservation in North America Introduction The Lacey Act, enacted in 1900, is one of the earliest and most significant pieces of legislation in the United States aimed at wildlife conservation. Initially intended to curb illegal hunting and trafficking of wildlife, the Act has evolved over the years to addre…

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Stories of Transformation from Next Generation Leaders: The CREATE Program's Global Impact 1:10:10

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Send us a text In episode 164 with Nicole Masters and Meagan Lannan (the infamous ‘armoured butts’ episode) we talked about the new ‘train the trainers’ program in agroecological systems thinking they’d created, called CREATE. This time, we visit them at home, as they gather for the first reunion of the program. Fifteen highly accomplished alumni f…

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Ep 205: The 7 Pillars of the North America Model Of Wildlife Conservation 12:30

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The North American Model of Wildlife Conservation is a cornerstone of wildlife management and conservation efforts in the United States and Canada. This model, developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, is based on seven key principles or "pillars." Each pillar plays a crucial role in ensuring the sustainability and responsible management…

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Ep 204: The History and Founding of Yellowstone National Park 9:23

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Yellowstone National Park, established on March 1, 1872, holds the distinction of being the first national park in the world. Its creation marked a pivotal moment in the conservation movement, setting a precedent for the preservation of natural landscapes and wildlife for future generations. Historical Context and Founding Figures The journey towar…

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Ep 203: Wild Turkey Conservation with Kyle Hand of Texas Parks and Wildlife 18:02

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In this episode of Aptitude Outdoors, we sit down with Kyle Hand, the Statewide Game Bird Specialist for Texas Parks and Wildlife. Kyle delves into the intricacies of wild turkey conservation, explaining the roles of various program leaders and his mission to facilitate on-ground conservation efforts. Kyle sheds light on the fascinating behavioral …

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One of the Great Ones: With Nina Simons & Kenny Ausubel 24:43

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Send us a text A number of you have said last week’s episode was one of the best, with legendary Bioneers founders Nina Simons and Kenny Ausubel. So in honour of that, and in case you missed it, or haven’t heard through to the end, this week’s release is an excerpt of the last 20 minutes or so of a very rare public conversation with the two of them…

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Ep 202: The Whitetail Deer: A Tale of Near Extinction and Remarkable Recovery 5:08

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In the early 20th century, the whitetail deer, an iconic symbol of North American wildlife, faced the brink of extinction. Overhunting, habitat destruction, and a lack of effective wildlife management had decimated their populations. However, the story of the whitetail deer is not just one of loss but also of an incredible recovery, driven largely …

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Ep 201: Aldo Leopold and His Contributions to Wildlife Conservation, Ethics, and the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation 6:29

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Aldo Leopold and His Contributions to Wildlife Conservation, Ethics, and the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation Learn More Here: https://youtu.be/CEtnD__ol14 Aldo Leopold, often regarded as the father of wildlife ecology and a pioneering figure in the American conservation movement, made significant contributions that have shaped our und…

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Ep 200: The North American Model of Wildlife Conservation 8:10

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The North American Model of Wildlife Conservation is a cornerstone of wildlife management and conservation efforts in the United States and Canada. This model has played a critical role in the conservation and sustainable management of wildlife populations, shaping conservation policies and practices not only in North America but also influencing g…

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A Life's Wisdom, Transformation & Romance: With legendary Bioneers founders Nina Simons & Kenny Ausubel 1:16:31

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Send us a text This treasured and unique conversation is with the legendary founders of Bioneers, Nina Simons and Kenny Ausubel. Bioneers is a cultural phenomenon - an innovative nonprofit organization that has been highlighting breakthrough solutions for restoring people and planet - for 34 years. What started as a somewhat reluctant conference in…

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Ep 199: Conservation vs Preservation: What is the Difference? 6:41

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I’ve noticed that the terms "conservation" and "preservation" are often used interchangeably, however, these concepts represent two distinct philosophies and approaches to managing natural resources and protecting the environment. Understanding the difference between conservation and preservation is essential for developing effective strategies for…

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Ep 198: The Dingell-Johnson Act: A Pillar of American Wildlife Conservation 5:03

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The Dingell-Johnson Act: A Pillar of American Wildlife Conservation Introduction The Dingell-Johnson Act, officially known as the Federal Aid in Sport Fish Restoration Act, is a cornerstone of wildlife conservation in the United States. Enacted in 1950, this legislation has played a crucial role in the management and preservation of fish and aquati…

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