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Cal of the Wild

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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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United States

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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.

Language:

English


Episodes
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Ep. 363: Terry Baker CEO Society of American Foresters

4/2/2025
In this week's interview episode Cal talks with Terry Baker CEO of the Society of American Foresters. They discuss what forest management is, prescribed burns, catastrophic fire, houses built in stupid places, and what to expect from the Timber Harvest executive order. Connect with Cal and MeatEater Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:01:00:51

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Ep. 362: Babygate, Mineral Withdrawal, State Legislation and Crime

3/31/2025
This week Cal talks about stealing state wildlife and getting noticed by Elon Musk. State legislation you need to know, and Executive order mineral withdrawal. Check out the new "Cal of the Wild" T-Shirt Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:25:04

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Ep. 361: Biologists and Wildlife Management with Ed Arnett

3/28/2025
In this week's interview episode, Cal talks with Ed Arnett, the CEO of The Wildlife Society, about what TWS is and how changes to the federal workforce are impacting the biologists who help manage the critters we love to hunt and fish. Connect with Cal and MeatEater Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:56:47

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Ep. 360: Houndations - The Truth About Pack Behaviors & How It Affects Dog Owners

3/26/2025
On this episode, Tony explains how being a pack animal influences canine behavior, and what that means for all dog owners. Connect with Tony, Cal, and MeatEater Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:18:24

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Ep. 359: Corner Crossing Legalized, Turkeys, and More Turkeys

3/24/2025
This week for Turkey Week, Cal covers a rare silver gobbler and why turkey numbers are dropping. He also dives into all the latest legislative and public land news, including a major victory for public access. Check out the new "Cal of the Wild" T-Shirt Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:34:45

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Ep. 358: Houndations - Dog Ownership and Getting a Little Help from the Pros

3/19/2025
This week, Tony sits down with Purina's, RuthAnn Lobos, to discuss the times when folks should probably seek out a professional to help with their dogs to ensure healthy and proper development. Connect with Tony, Cal, and MeatEater Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:27:55

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Ep. 357: Protect Your Habitat Funds, Legislation, and The Feds

3/17/2025
This week Cal talks about wildlife crime, legislation, and the feds. Check out the new "Cal of the Wild" T-Shirt Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:27:48

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Ep. 356: Houndations - How to Keep Things Honest During Dog Training Sessions

3/12/2025
This week, Tony talks about the ways in which we can keep our dogs and ourselves, more honest throughout our training sessions to ensure that the process always moves in the right direction. Connect with Tony, Cal, and MeatEater Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:18:35

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Ep. 355: Egg-Flation, High-Fence Shenanigans, and Wolves

3/10/2025
This week, Cal covers high-fence shenanigans in Texas, Colorado wolves, and why egg prices are so dang high. Check out the new "Cal of the Wild" T-Shirt Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:28:15

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Ep. 354: Houndations - How to Find Game Birds on Public Land No Matter Where You Live

3/5/2025
This week, Tony sits down with Ben Brettingen from onX, to talk about how they both find game birds on public land no matter what they are hunting for, or where they are. Connect with Tony, Cal, and MeatEater Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:29:22

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Ep. 353: State Legislation, Lay Off's, and Crime

3/3/2025
This week, Cal talks about big wildlife crime sentencing in Montana, state legislation you need to know, fur fashion, and so much more. Check out the new "Cal of the Wild" T-Shirt Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:31:30

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Ep. 352: Houndations - How to Help Yourself Level Up as a Dog Trainer

2/26/2025
This week, Tony explains what separates Pro Trainers from the average dog owner, and the ways in which we can learn from them to be better at working with your dogs. Connect with Tony, Cal, and MeatEater Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:17:57

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Ep. 351: Job Cuts, Poisoned Arrows, and Dam Trouble

2/24/2025
This week, Cal covers the firings at the Forest Service, legislation, poison arrows, beaver engineers, and much more. Check out the new "Cal of the Wild" T-Shirt Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:24:43

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Ep. 350: Wyoming Houndsmen Say No to a Mountain Lion Free For All

2/20/2025
This week, Cal and Luke Worthington, president of the Wyoming Houndsmen Association, discuss the joint shutdown of a series of predator and non-science bills in the Wyoming legislature. Connect with Cal and MeatEater Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:21

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Ep. 349: Ice and Fire, National Debt, and Crime

2/17/2025
This week, Cal talks about duck poaching, legislation, minivans, and quantifying the national debt for hunters. Check out the new "Cal of the Wild" T-Shirt Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:24:35

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Ep. 348: Houndations - Dealing with the Reality of Aging Dogs

2/12/2025
This week, Tony breaks down some of the issues with older dogs and how to provide them with the best quality of life possible while they ride out their sunset years. Connect with Tony, Cal, and MeatEater Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:18:50

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Ep. 347: Boat Trash, Legislative Round Up, Federal Orders

2/10/2025
This week, Cal rounds up bills from across the country, rattles off a hot list of just what's happening in Montana, and lets you know how to get involved. Check out the new "Cal of the Wild" T-Shirt Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:24:37

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Ep. 346: Executive Orders, Legislation, and Ewe Better Do Better

2/3/2025
This week, Cal talks about sheep identification, Colorado wolves, executive orders, legislation and headless dumpster bucks. Check out the new "Cal of the Wild" T-Shirt Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:22:46

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Ep. 345: Houndations - How to Spot Dog Breeder Red Flags

1/29/2025
This week, Tony goes through some green and red flags you should be aware of when you're trying to find the right puppy breeder. Connect with Tony, Cal, and MeatEater Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:17:59

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Ep. 344: Crime, "Ferretting," and Listener Legislation

1/27/2025
This week, Cal talks about listener legislation, moose rescue, the crime desk, and NDA. Check out the new "Cal of the Wild" T-Shirt Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:24:36