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The Wild Idea

Wild Idea Media
Public Lands
Conservation
Endangered Species Act
Wolverines
Alaska National Petroleum Reserve
Wildlife Management
Department Of Interior
National Park Service
Climate Change
Grizzly Bears
Colorado
Wilderness Management
Apache Stronghold
Roadless Area Conservation Act
Human-Wildlife Conflict
Latino Outdoors
Wildfire Management
Defenders Of Wildlife
Virginia
Budget Reconciliation

The Wild Idea is an exploration of the intersection of wild nature and our own human nature. The hosts, Bill Hodge and Anders Reynolds, through conversations with experts and thought leaders will dive into the ways that humans have both embraced and impact the function and vitality of our remaining wild places.

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This week on The Wild Line, we cover major developments affecting public lands, national forests, tribal sovereignty, water protections, national parks, and conservation policy—plus what to watch in Congress in the coming days.

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As The Wild Idea concludes Roadless Month, hosts Bill Hodge and Anders Reynolds turn their attention north — to Southeast Alaska and the Tongass National Forest, the largest national forest in the United States and the world’s largest intact temperat... more

This week’s Wild Line tracks a fast-moving series of decisions on Capitol Hill and inside federal agencies that could reshape protections for wilderness, public lands, and conservation efforts nationwide. Bill Hodge and Anders Reynolds cover the Hous... more

As The Wild Idea continues Roadless Month, hosts Bill Hodge and Anders Reynolds turn their focus to one of the most culturally and ecologically significant landscapes in Montana: the Badger–Two Medicine.  Situated along the Rocky Mountain Front, just... more

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Dale Bosworth
Former chief of the United States Forest Service
United States Forest Service
Episode: The Wild Line: Tongass Old-Growth Logging Advances, Alabama Reconsiders Water Quality, NPS Removes Signage Nationwide
Andrew Thoms
Executive Director of the Sitka Conservation Society
Sitka Conservation Society
Episode: Andrew Thoms: The Tongass - America's Largest National Forest and a Key Roadless Landscape
Terry Tatsey
Member of the Blackfeet Nation, dedicated to conservation and education about the Badger–Two Medicine region.
Blackfeet Nation
Episode: Peter Metcalf and Terry Tatsey: Blackfeet Nation Stewardship and a Living Landscape in the Badger–Two Medicine
Peter Metcalf
Executive director of the Glacier–Two Medicine Alliance, involved in grassroots conservation efforts in the region.
Glacier–Two Medicine Alliance
Episode: Peter Metcalf and Terry Tatsey: Blackfeet Nation Stewardship and a Living Landscape in the Badger–Two Medicine
Ingrid Lyons
Executive Director of Save the Boundary Waters
Save the Boundary Waters
Episode: The Wild Line: Boundary Waters Under Threat (Again), Cumberland Islands Considers Visitor Use, 25 Years of the Roadless Rule
Danny Purvis
Representative from Wild Cumberland
Wild Cumberland
Episode: The Wild Line: Boundary Waters Under Threat (Again), Cumberland Islands Considers Visitor Use, 25 Years of the Roadless Rule
Bjorn Fredrickson
Conservation Director for New Mexico Wild and former Wilderness Resource Manager for the Forest Service
New Mexico Wild
Episode: Bjorn Fredrickson & Raul Turrieta: The Roadless History of the World's First Designated Wilderness
Raul Turrieta
Deputy Chief Assessor for Grant County and host of two radio shows, emphasizing local connections to the Gila Wilderness.
Episode: Bjorn Fredrickson & Raul Turrieta: The Roadless History of the World's First Designated Wilderness
Kristin Gendzier
Manager of the Southern Environmental Law Center's program to protect Virginia's National Forest
Southern Environmental Law Center
Episode: Kristin Gendzier: The Roadless Rule's Southern Roots

Hosts

Bill Hodge
Co-host known for his engaging discussions on environmentalism and conservation.
Anders Reynolds
Co-host and good friend of Bill Hodge, he brings a blend of knowledge and personal anecdotes to discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • You’ve gotta listen to this podcast!

    Every week, you’re going to be learning something new… well, sometimes actually you might be learning something old… from Bill, Anders, and their guests.

    You never know what’s going to be around the next bend.

    Regardless, you’ll be both entertained and better informed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Wild Tberrys
    United States5 months ago
  • Timely and timeless

    This is the most important conversation happening right now about public lands, and I only wish we had been having it sooner. I look forward to every episode drop and I enjoy feeling like I’m in the room with friends. The hosts have great chemistry and even greater passion for our shared public lands. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Meeeeeee is me
    United States7 months ago
  • Excellent

    Timely, highly relevant digestible deep dives into the past, present, and future of America’s wild public lands.

    Grade A podcast.

    Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ellen StuHae
    United States8 months ago
  • Informative

    Great guests and insightful topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bob0828
    United States8 months ago
  • Excellent information!

    This podcast is as entertaining as it is important.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SeeingTrails
    United States10 months ago

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Many value the expert guests, noting the show's ability to present complex environmental issues in an accessible way.
Listeners appreciate the informative and engaging nature of the discussions, often finding the content both enlightening and entertaining.
The hosts' chemistry and passion for public lands resonate with the audience, fostering a sense of community among listeners.

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#71
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#210
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#200
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Andrew Thoms: The Tongass - America's Largest National Forest and a Key Roadless Landscape
Q: How would removing roadless production change the forest's role in national climate goals?
Removing roadless protections would adversely affect the Tongass' ability to store carbon and mitigate climate change.
Andrew Thoms: The Tongass - America's Largest National Forest and a Key Roadless Landscape
Q: What does the roadless rule actually mean on the ground in the Tongass?
The roadless rule limits activities such as logging in certain areas and supports the community model by ensuring that natural resources are managed sustainably.
Peter Metcalf and Terry Tatsey: Blackfeet Nation Stewardship and a Living Landscape in the Badger–Two Medicine
Q: What message do you want lawmakers and the general public to take away about the importance of preserving roadless areas like the Badger–Two Medicine for future generations?
The roadless rule is vital for maintaining the integrity of backcountry landscapes and prevents environmentally damaging development that could disrupt ecosystems.
Bjorn Fredrickson & Raul Turrieta: The Roadless History of the World's First Designated Wilderness
Q: Why was the Gila chosen as the first landscape to be protected under a wilderness designation in the world?
Bjorn explained that the Gila's designation stemmed from its significant ecological attributes and the early recognition of the need for wild areas as highlighted by Aldo Leopold.
Bjorn Fredrickson & Raul Turrieta: The Roadless History of the World's First Designated Wilderness
Q: Raul, could you talk a little bit about when and how your connection to the Gila began?
Raul shared that his connection to the Gila Wilderness is deeply rooted, having grown up in Grant County where it served as a primary source of entertainment and family bonding.

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Recent guests on The Wild Idea include:

1. Dale Bosworth
2. Andrew Thoms
3. Terry Tatsey
4. Peter Metcalf
5. Ingrid Lyons
6. Danny Purvis
7. Bjorn Fredrickson
8. Raul Turrieta

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