Building on the belief that a deeper understanding of the natural world enriches all of our lives, host Steven Rinella brings an in-depth and relevant look at all outdoor topics including hunting, fishing, nature, conservation, and wild foods. Filled with humor, irreverence, and things that will surprise the hell out of you, each episode welcomes a diverse group of guests who add their own expertise to the vast world of the outdoors. Part of The MeatEater Podcast Network.
The MeatEater Podcast episode 943 opens with investigation into a controversial Wisconsin turkey hunting incident from spring involving a 3-year-old allegedly shooting another hunter—the title's central hook. The crew discusses the circumstances and implications of this tragic event. Beyond the headline story, the…
Worth it if you're interested in hunting safety, wildlife management, and conservation issues, or a regular MeatEater listener who enjoys the show's mix of serious and lighter outdoor topics.
The MeatEater Podcast presents its 942nd episode as a trivia special, hosted by Spencer Neuharth with a panel of six contributors: Janis Putelis, Mark Kenyon, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Reva Hansen, and Nick Glenn. The episode is framed as "Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CCXXXVII," suggesting this is part…
Worth it if you enjoy casual trivia games, friendly competition among MeatEater personalities, and don't need educational depth or novel insights.
Steven Rinella interviews Bob Stafford, a veteran alligator hunter with deep roots in Florida's gator hunting industry. The episode centers on Stafford's career arc from Florida's early days of gator hunting through to the present, offering a historical perspective on how the practice has evolved over decades. Key…
Worth it if you're interested in hunting history, Florida wildlife management, or the commercial side of game hunting, and enjoy long-form interviews with experienced practitioners.
This MeatEater Podcast episode features Janis answering YouTube listener questions about his 2026 high country mule deer hunt, which is documented in the accompanying film 'Mountain Muley Honey Hole 12 in '26.' The episode serves as a companion piece to the video content, diving into the practical and tactical details…
Worth it if you watched 'Mountain Muley Honey Hole 12 in '26' and want to hear Janis explain his gear choices, tactics, and preparation in detail.
The MeatEater Podcast episode brings together Randall Williams and the crew for a wide-ranging discussion centered on hunting, public lands, and wildlife encounters. The episode opens with what appears to be the most absurd topic of the day: a proposal to put a baseball stadium in a national park—a genuinely strange…
Worth it if you're a regular MeatEater listener who enjoys hunting anecdotes, casual crew conversation, and don't mind topic-hopping.
The MeatEater Podcast presents its 938th episode as a trivia special hosted by Spencer Neuharth with a panel of six participants: Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Laura Mascari, Brianna Stroebe, and Dane Williams. This is the 236th installment of the MeatEater Trivia series, suggesting a…
Worth it if you're a regular MeatEater listener who enjoys the hosts and casual trivia competition over hunting and outdoor topics.
Steven Rinella interviews Jason Sumners, director of the Missouri Department of Conservation, for a deep dive into chronic wasting disease (CWD) and its implications for American hunting and wildlife management. The episode promises honest updates on CWD's current state across the country, with particular focus on…
Worth it if you hunt deer, care about wildlife management policy, or want to understand CWD's real-world implications beyond headlines.
The MeatEater Podcast episode 936 covers a mix of hunting, fishing, and conservation topics with Steve Rinella and crew. The main segments include discussion of Trump's executive orders affecting hunting and fishing access—positioned positively in the title as something "we can all applaud." The episode also covers an…
Worth it if you follow hunting policy, conservation legislation, and record-setting achievements, and want insider perspective from Congressman Zinke on fishing and hunting access.
The MeatEater Podcast presents its 935th episode, a trivia-focused installment hosted by Spencer Neuharth featuring a panel of six participants: Seth Morris, Logan Dove, Sarah Delany, Alyssa Smith, Jon Montressor, and Jen Pierson. The episode is framed as "Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CCXXXV" (235 in Roman…
Worth it if you're already a MeatEater fan who enjoys the trivia series format and wants light entertainment with familiar personalities.
Steven Rinella hosts Paul Rosolie, an author and Amazon conservationist, for a wide-ranging 2-hour conversation about the Amazon rainforest, indigenous peoples, and wildlife. Based on the show notes, the episode covers Rosolie's work with uncontacted tribes in the Amazon, his book *Junglekeepers*, jungle fauna and…
Worth it if you enjoy adventure narratives and casual long-form conversation about the Amazon, indigenous affairs, and wildlife, and don't mind a meandering format.
The MeatEater Podcast's 932nd episode is a trivia special hosted by Spencer Neuharth featuring six participants: Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Seth Morris, Alyssa Smith, Reva Hansen, and Dane Williams. The episode is branded as "Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CCXXXIV" (234 in Roman numerals), indicating this…
Worth it if you're a MeatEater fan who enjoys competitive banter among the show's regular personalities and don't mind a lighter, entertainment-focused episode over deep-dive content.
Steven Rinella hosts an Ask Me Anything episode where he fields listener questions on a range of hunting and outdoor topics. Based on the show notes, the episode covers: recruitment challenges in hunting and whether the sport needs to attract more participants; Rinella's own career regrets and reflections; which game…
Worth it if you're a MeatEater listener curious about Rinella's personal views on hunting culture, career, and conservation, or if you have specific questions about guided hunts and game management.
