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Are you tired of one-sided environmental narratives? Simplified takes that ignore the nuance and complexity of matters? This show brings diverse perspectives on every environmental story and examines their ecological, social and political dimensions. Listen and become a well-rounded environmental voice, empowered to influence change. I'm Tommy Serafinski and this is the Conservation and Science podcast, where we take a deep dive into topics of ecology, conservation and human-wildlife interac ...
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Join me in conversation with my friends on topics such as wildlife, animals, biology, cryptozoology, space, the universe, camping, the outdoors, and more. If you enjoy the content of the podcast feel free to support it by following and hitting the notification button. You can also find me @epyonexplores on Instagram and Nature’s Epyon on YouTube.
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The 3-Gun Show is created for you, the weekend warrior 3-Gunner. Whether you shoot local or national matches, learn and laugh with the world’s best 3-Gun Podcast featuring the top personalities from the world of 3-Gun Nation, USPSA Multigun and Outlaw 3Gun such as Jerry Miculek, Keith Garcia, Taran Butler, Greg Jordan, Tommy Thacker, Jesse Tischauser, Rick Birdsall Janna Reeves and Hunter “Nubs” Cayll. In each episode we walk through our guest’s journey into the sport of 3-Gun, breakdown the ...
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It was March 22, 2017 when I last interviewed Jana for episode 179 about her Alaska Moose Hunt, I can’t believe it’s been that long! Jana Waller joins me in the virtual studio from her new home in Utah – we chat about her show Skullbound Chronicles, and how she’s making the shift from traditional network tv to an all-digital platform on Carbon TV. …
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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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In this 15 minute solocast I share my experience at the Wounded Warriors United Wisconsin Warriors on the Water Event in Oshkosh, Wisconsin over the weekend, and then I share my thoughts on a few organizations that put on veterans hunting and fishing trips. And my biggest regret with discovering these organizations. Links: Wounded Warriors United W…
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In this episode we celebrate the benchmark episode 50! We brought Tommy & Scott back on the podcast to discuss some recent news and on goings regarding the town of Jasper and my recommendations for forest fire protect going forward in the future, for not only it but other towns as well. We discuss some outdoor recreational activities that we've bee…
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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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The HuntFishTravel Podcast Episode #238 - Deschutes River, Oregon with Dave from the Wet Fly Swing Podcast In this episode of the Hunt Fish Travel podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dave Stewart, the host of the Wet Fly Swing podcast. We dove deep into the world of fly fishing, particularly focusing on the stunning Deschutes River in Orego…
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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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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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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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“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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Happy Solar Storm Weekend Everyone! I hope everyone enjoyed the Aurora Borealis aka the Northern Lights this weekend! In this episode I discuss Colossal Biosciences Cane Toad resistant Quolls, Orangutans using plants to treat their injuries, and puppy dog eye in wild canines! Also a little bit about my weekend adventures.…
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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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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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Happy Earth Day Everyone! In this episode I discuss Colossal Biosciences new company "Breaking" and how they plan on using Microbe X-32 to help remove plastics from the environment. I also discuss dogs attacking tapirs in Columbia, and the discovery of a fossil in India of the largest snake to ever had lived! Plus I close off the podcast by discuss…
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237 In this Throwback episode of the HuntFishTravel Podcast, host Carrie Zylka interviews Gary Cornam, the marketing manager for Easton Archery. They discuss the different types of arrows and their benefits for bow hunting. They also talk about the new products for 2013, including the injection arrows and the Deep Six technology. Cornam explains th…
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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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In this episode I discuss some current news regarding wildlife cruelty as well as some stories from my own personal adventures. I go into depth about the recent occurrence of the boss waking up from its hibernation and subsequently a paparazzi event unfolding for the animal ~ and why its kind of gross.…
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236 In this episode, host Carrie Zylka interviews Joe Ponessa, the category manager for Omnia Fishing, about the Omnia Fishing app. They discuss the background of Omnia Fishing and its online store, as well as the features and benefits of the app. They also talk about using the app for fishing on Lake Mille Lacs and other bodies of water, and the d…
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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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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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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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Please enjoy this interview with outdoorsman Grant Ferneyhough. I have known Grant for the better part of a decade, he's an extremely avid and proficient outdoorsman and hunter. He has endless stories involving wildlife and the outdoors. I hope you enjoy some of his stories that he told during the podcast. Grant is also working hard to promote a ne…
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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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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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235 Location: Central Georgia Where to Watch: Waypoint TV, YouTube, Sling, Peacock Introduction: In this episode, we delve into the world of “The Challenge”, a documentary style show following Brad Frost & Scott Carrol. Brad is a seasoned television host with a passion for adventure. Joined by co-hosts Scott Carol and Dave Moore, Brad shares his jo…
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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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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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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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234 Andrew, owner of Gauthier’s Fishing Guide Service, stops by to chat about ice fishing on Lake Minoqua & the Bay of Green Bay. We chat about the odd weather and ice conditions, we chat about the different areas and why he chose to guide for panfish instead of the species everyone else guides for. And then we chat about a new bait he discovered, …
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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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Hey everyone, in this episode I talk about a Kangaroo that escaped in Canada and had a weekend on the loose, as well as a research paper exploring genetic modification in nature through electricity such as eels or lightning, and we talk about some baby dinosaurs.By Epyon
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233 Curt McAllister, the Midwest Public Relations Manager at Toyota Motor North America, recently discussed various aspects of Toyota's involvement in the outdoor industry. Covering 14 states in the South from Tennessee to the West Dakotas, Curt oversees the Outdoor Communications at the national level and is a key figure in the Association of Grea…
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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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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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If you've been listening to this podcast you'll know I'm an Elon Musk fan, electric vehicles are good for the environment so it contrasts well with the overarching theme of nature & wildlife for this podcast. In this episode I review the Tesla Cybertruck delivery event and I make some general assessments of the vehicle so far and compare the announ…
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In this episode I discuss some nature news that stood out to me as either interesting or semi-interesting. This includes neural peptides in nematodes, the evolution of skunk stripes, and the only known mammal to breed without penetration. At roughly 5:20 into the podcast I discuss ways the X platform can add additional revenue streams which also be…
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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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