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Outdoor Life has been publishing hunting, fishing, and conservation stories since 1898. Its flagship podcast brings deep-dive journalism to the issues that are most important to sportsmen and women. Hosted and produced by the editors with field reporting from our best contributors.
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- 3 weeks ago58 min
Elk Aren’t Really Tough and Cartridge Selection Doesn’t Matter
For more than a hundred years, hunters have sought out the optimal cartridge for taking elk efficiently and effectively. If you're already killing elk with a time-proven classic, you don’t need any convincing about their effectiveness — or need to change anything. But if you’re looking for the best options today, there are several modern cartridges that are quite appealing when compared to the old breed. This episode is brought to you by Smith & Wesson. Hosted by editor-in-chief Alex Robinson. Guest is senior staff writer Tyler Freel. Produced by executive editor Natalie Krebs. Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 4 weeks ago27 min
The Most Remote Wilderness in the Lower 48 Has an Overcrowding Problem
It's getting busy in the Thorofare, the farthest spot from a road in the Lower 48. But still, contributor Christine Peterson and her family were determined to dodge other fishermen and horsepackers in search of the iconic Yellowstone cutthroat. This episode is brought to you by Bob Rich Books. Reporting by Christine Peterson, in partnership with Re:Public Lands Media. Hosted and produced by executive editor Natalie Krebs. Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Oct 7, 202627 min
The Public Waters Rollback That 'Should Be Avoided at All Costs'
Public lands have (rightly) gotten plenty of attention recently . The waters of the U.S. are facing similar risks, with potentially disastrous consequences for native fish, wildlife, and the sportsmen who cherish them. Adam Schellhammer of American Rivers explains what's at stake this week for, well, everyone. This episode is brought to you by Bob Rich Books. Public comment, closes Oct. 9: https://www.regulations.gov/docket/EPA-HQ-OW-2025-0322 EPA to Reopen Comment on Clean Water Act Rewrite That Could Leave 80 Percent of U.S. Wetlands Unprotected: https://www.outdoorlife.com/conservation/epa-wotus-public-comment/ Hosted and produced by executive editor Natalie Krebs. Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio. Guest is Adam Schellhammer, Mid-Atlantic regional director for American Rivers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Sep 30, 202646 min
They Built a Rifle Cartridge That Could Change Hunting and Shooting Forever
Brad Abramowski, the lead engineer behind Peak Alloy, and Josh Vickers, Federal's rifle product line manager. These guys have been working on Peak Alloy for years. They'll talk about how the technology has improved since the introduction of the 7mm Backcountry, and where it might go next. Related: https://www.outdoorlife.com/guns/first-elk-65-plus-peak/ Hosted by editor-in-chief Alex Robinson. Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio. Produced by executive editor Natalie Krebs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Sep 23, 202644 min
Here's Why We’re Moving Toward Grizzly Hunting and Wolf Delisting
Recently, the Trump administration directed the Interior Department to turn over more predator management to the states. Hunting and conservation editor Andrew McKean, who has been interviewing folks across the West, explains what state-led management might look like. This episode is brought to you by Ruger. Hosted by editor-in-chief Alex Robinson. Guest is hunting and conservation editor Andrew McKean. Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio. Produced by executive editor Natalie Krebs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Sep 16, 202655 min
A Guide's Secret Tips and Lures for River Smallmouth
Jake Villwock of Relentless Fly Fishing offers a jam-packed crash course in the best lures, flies, and techniques for river smallies — right now. This episode is brought to you by Bob Rich Books. Hosted by executive gear editor Scott Einsmann. Guest is Jake Villwock / Relentless Fly Fishing. Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Sep 9, 202643 min
Why There's No Such Thing as the Best Broadhead
To separate bowhunting lore from fact, and gear editor Scott Einsmann spent a week shooting nine popular mechanical broadheads while testing them for durability, accuracy, wound channel size, and out-of-the-box sharpness. Here's what he found. This episode is brought to you by Ruger. Best Mechanical Broadhead Test: https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-mechanical-broadheads/ Video: https://youtu.be/mG83E95hdSc?si=i8dULz4N5QUW8iqS Hosted by editor-in-chief Alex Robinson. Guest is executive gear editor Scott Einsmann. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Sep 2, 202657 min
Are New Hunting Rifles Really Better Than the Old Ones?
Have ergonomics and accessories from the precision rifle world actually made modern hunting rifles more effective, or do they just get in the way? Senior staff writer Tyler Freel put old and new models to the test. This episode is brought to you by Victorinox. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ed9vyRFB2Z8 Story: https://www.outdoorlife.com/guns/new-vs-old-hunting-rifles/ Hosted by editor-in-chief Alex Robinson. Guest is senior staff writer Tyler Freel. Edited by Mike Pedersen / Eighty Five Audio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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