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Cal of the Wild

MeatEater
Outdoor Recreation
Legislation
Public Lands
Clean Energy
Wildlife Management
Hunting Regulations
Wildlife Protection
Wildlife Legislation
Environmental Conservation
Animal Rights
Fishing
Mushroom Foraging
Self-Defense Bill In Florida
Massachusetts Hunting Laws
Walleye Fishing
Elver Poaching
Black Bears
Kansas City Goose Hunting
New York Squirrel Painting Incident
Wildlife Conservation

Welcome to “Cal of the Wild” where you can join Ryan “Cal” Callaghan each week for his unique brand of outdoor news and interviews designed for folks who need to know what’s going on and those who want to pretend they do. Also, get your dose of dog and dog training tips from Tony Peterson’s Houndations podcast. Both part of The MeatEater Podcast Network.

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This week, Cal covers some fascinating new stats from Florida's bear hunt, an update on Snorticus, and the Wyoming Wombat Woman.

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This week, Tony breaks down some bad dog owner behaviors, and how we should all try to do better with our four-legged counterparts.

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This week Cal talks about cat-proofing your windshield, extinction-proofing your native birds, and trophy elk decline theory.

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This week, Cal covers the worst duck call, a cheating "kayak" angler, gator poachers, Colorado bison, and so much more.

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Recent Guests

Bob St. Pierre
Marketing Director for Pheasants Forever, upland hunting enthusiast, and podcast host.
Pheasants Forever
Episode: Ep. 431: Houndations - Wherever the Bird Dogs Roam with Bob St. Pierre
Gabe Vasquez
Representative from New Mexico
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Ep. 420: Urban Catfishing and New Mexico with Rep. Gabe Vasquez
Julie Lucas
Executive Director of Mining Minnesota
Mining Minnesota
Episode: Ep. 411: Mining and the Environment with Julie Lucas
Jenny Lesieutre
Former Bureau of Land Management official with 20 years of experience managing the Wild Horse and Burro program
Bureau of Land Management
Episode: Ep. 408: Wild Horses and the West with Jenny Lesieutre
Ted Koch
CEO of the North American Grouse Partnership and a retired endangered species biologist.
North American Grouse Partnership
Episode: Ep. 403: Grasslands and Grouse with Ted Koch
Tate Morgan
Founder of Sons of Smokey and organizer of Gambler 500 events
Sons of Smokey
Episode: Ep. 400: Gas-Powered Conservation with Tate Morgan of Sons of Smokey
Chris Wittman
Captain and co-founder of Captains for Clean Water
Captains for Clean Water
Episode: Ep. 396: Rock Mines in the Everglades with Chris Wittman
Ben Jones
CEO of the Ruffed Grouse Society and the American Woodcock Society.
Ruffed Grouse Society
Episode: Ep. 381: Ruffed Grouse and Forest Health with Ben Jones
Preston Theony
Owner of Wren House Brewing
Wren House Brewing
Episode: Ep. 379: Public Lands, Listener Mail, and Beer

Hosts

Ryan Cal Callaghan
Host known for bringing a unique brand of outdoor news, and engaging storytelling drawn from personal hunting experiences and wildlife management updates.
Tony Peterson
Co-host specializing in dog training through the Houndations segment, providing valuable insights into training methods and canine behavior for hunting enthusiasts.
Ryan Callaghan

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 12.3k ratings
  • Good

    The amount of commercials/adds to actual product is way off. Don’t waste your time to hear 12 minutes of ads.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CowanesqueDan
    United Statesa month ago
  • Average podcast, poor host. He takes positions centered on his own well-being, which is natural but exclusionary and inconsistent with conservationism and federalism

    Podcast Addict
    3
    TomBazemore
    4 months ago
  • Good stuff

    Intelligent, insightful, and entertaining. A great, and informative pod with a genuinely likable guy. This dude is legit.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ryan in KY
    United States4 months ago
  • Keeping listeners informed

    Thank you Cal for being consistently pro-public lands no matter the political agenda.

    Public lands are more valuable than the loud voices of a few disgruntled people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Griffin4321
    United States6 months ago
  • Weekend review!

    Idahoan here…thanks for making space to discuss this horrifying land sell-off. We are calling on Crapo and Risch to not allow this. So far only Mike Simpson has taken any stand from our delegation. The majority of us here, no matter how we voted, do not want to see our backcountry or front country sold. Many lost their minds when the Wilks brothers bought a few parcels, blocking access. I don’t know how our delegation thinks they’ll get re-elected if they don’t take a stand as yours has in MT. O... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CMP- Idaho
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

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There is some criticism about the ad load, with listeners expressing frustration at commercial interruptions.
Several reviews reflect a divide in political stances regarding the host's views on conservation and public land management.
Listeners appreciate the humorous and engaging storytelling style, often highlighting outdoor news and legislation changes that affect wildlife management.
The dog training segments are particularly praised, providing practical advice and personal anecdotes that resonate with pet owners.

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Talking Points

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Ep. 435: Feral Cats, Muzzleloaders, and Legislation
Q: What is the best way to keep your powder dry in 100% humidity?
Listeners are invited to share tips on maintaining dry gunpowder conditions, particularly with flintlocks.
Ep. 426: Crime, Anti-Hunters, and Corner Crossing
Q: What can local trappers do to combat animal rights activists trying to ban trapping?
Local trappers should gather support to attend City Council meetings to express their views on trapping and influence decisions against bans, rallying fellow hunters for numbers.
Ep. 424: Alpha-Gal, the Feds, and a Bear Attack
Q: How should I address my dad who doesn't care much about game laws?
Communicate openly and express the importance of legality in hunting activities while seeking a respectful resolution to the issue.
Ep. 420: Urban Catfishing and New Mexico with Rep. Gabe Vasquez
Q: What are some of the challenges you face in DC regarding land management?
The transition from the wide open spaces of New Mexico to the compact nature of DC can be tough, especially relating to public land access.
Ep. 420: Urban Catfishing and New Mexico with Rep. Gabe Vasquez
Q: How did you get into hunting and fishing?
I grew up fishing the Rio Grande with family and learned about conservation and hunting traditions from my grandfather.

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1. Bob St. Pierre
2. Gabe Vasquez
3. Julie Lucas
4. Jenny Lesieutre
5. Ted Koch
6. Tate Morgan
7. Chris Wittman
8. Ben Jones

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