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Wild Life Outdoors

Russell Reynolds

Hosted by Russell Reynolds, Wild Life Outdoors is a podcast centered on meaningful conversations about conservation, outdoor recreation, and the future of public lands. Each episode brings together hunters, anglers, conservationists, land managers, and advocates to discuss why wild places matter and how they can be enjoyed responsibly. The show explores policy, access, stewardship, and the real world decisions that shape outdoor opportunity across the country. Wild Life Outdoors is built for those

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All Episodes

01:08:09

If We Lose Biodiversity We Lose Everything | Dr. Reed...

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2026/02/24

In this episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell sits down with Dr. Reed Noss, one of the most influential conservation biologists of our time, for a deep conversation about biodiversity, public lands, and the future of wild places in America.Dr. Noss is widely known for his work on conservation biology, endangered species protection, and landscape scale preservation. In this conversation, we break down why biodiversity actually matters to hunters and anglers, how ecosystem collapse happens slowly and

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00:37:11

This Mining Plan THREATENS America’s MOST Visited...

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2026/02/19

Take Action Here: http://bit.ly/SpeakUpForTheBWCACall Your Senator: 202-224-3121In this episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell sits down with Lukas Leaf, Executive Director of Sportsmen for the Boundary Waters, to talk about what is truly at stake in the fight to protect the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.This conversation breaks past headlines and talking points. We dive into why the Boundary Waters is not just an environmental issue, but a sportsmen’s issue, an economic issue, and a public

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01:04:17

A RECORD Alaska Elk Hunt on Afognak Island

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2026/02/10

In this episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell sits down with the hunters behind an unforgettable Afognak Island Alaska elk hunt. What started as a last minute tag turned into a once in a lifetime experience that tested preparation, endurance, and decision making in one of the most unforgiving environments in North America.This conversation goes far beyond the highlight reel. We break down the logistics of hunting a remote Alaskan island, how they prepared coming from a whitetail background, and

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00:37:19

Finding Purpose Through the Outdoors and Writing with...

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2026/02/03

In this episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell sits down with Anthony Dyer for an honest and wide ranging conversation centered on the outdoors, personal growth, and finding purpose through time spent outside.Anthony shares his background and the path that led him deeper into the outdoor lifestyle, including how challenging experiences in the field shaped his mindset and values. We talk about lessons learned the hard way, mistakes that turned into growth, and why discomfort in the outdoors often

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00:54:07

Faith, Firearms, and the Outdoors | Stephen Gadberry

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2026/01/27

In this powerful episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell sits down with Stephen Gadberry for a raw and thought provoking conversation that blends faith, service, masculinity, and the outdoors.Stephen’s life story is anything but ordinary. From military service and deep personal hardship to answering a calling into seminary and priesthood, Stephen shares how discipline, suffering, and purpose shaped the man he is today. This episode dives into what it means to live with intention in a chaotic world

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00:46:23

The Boundary Waters Extraction Plan Nobody's Talking...

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2026/01/20

In this episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell sits down with Ingrid Lyons, Executive Director of Northeastern Minnesotans for Wilderness, for a critical conversation about the future of public lands and the fight to protect the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.Ingrid breaks down what is happening right now in northern Minnesota, including the ongoing threats of sulfide ore mining near the Boundary Waters and why these decisions matter far beyond Minnesota. We discuss how public land policy is

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00:12:36

A New Chapter for Wild Life Outdoors

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2026/01/14

In this special intro episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell sets the tone for what 2026 will look like for the podcast and the community we are building around it.This episode is about direction purpose and why the conversations around conservation public lands and outdoor ethics matter more now than ever. After reflecting on the lessons growth and challenges of 2025, Russell outlines how Wild Life Outdoors is evolving with deeper discussions more educational content and a stronger focus on

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00:57:41

They’re Trying to SELL Your Public Land — Devin O’Dea...

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2025/12/17

This week on Wild Life Outdoors, Russell sits down with Devin O’Dea, Western Policy and Conservation Manager for Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, for one of the most important conversations we have ever released on this podcast.This episode takes a deep dive into the real threats facing America’s public lands, from attempts to rescind the Roadless Rule to legislative proposals that could open the door to privatizing or selling off the lands that belong to every American. Devin breaks down exactly

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00:45:09

Ep.90 Wild Game Cooking Secrets Every Hunter Needs to...

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2025/12/10

In this episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell sits down with Doc Jaynes for one of the most informative conversations we have ever had about wild game cooking, proper meat handling, ethical harvest, and long range shooting.The episode opens with a bold statement that sparks the entire discussion. If your wild game tastes gamey, chances are it is not the animal it is the way the meat was handled. From there, we dive deep into the cold, clean, dry rule and how improper field care, storage, and

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00:51:19

He Went on a Whim… and Ended Up in a Wild Fly Film

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2025/11/26

In this week’s episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell sits down with angler and Wild Fly Productions feature guest Willie Nelson to dive deep into his powerful journey into fly fishing and his life-changing trip to Maine for native brook trout.If you watched Wild Fly’s film from Maine, you’ve already seen Willie’s passion, grit, and gratitude on full display. In this long-form conversation, we unpack everything that didn’t make it into the film, from his upbringing, his introduction to fishing, and

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00:59:40

Ep.88 From Combat to Conservation | The Veteran Story...

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2025/11/11

In this special Veteran’s Day episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell and Jose sit down with Cody Fongemie and Dustin Spilman from the Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Armed Forces Initiative (AFI) for an in-depth conversation about veterans, mental health, public land access, and the irreplaceable role outdoor recreation plays in healing after service.Throughout this episode, Cody and Dustin share powerful stories about:• The challenges many veterans face transitioning into civilian life• Why

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01:10:07

Ep.87 From Classroom to River | How Students Learn...

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2025/11/05

In this weeks episode Jose and Russell sit down with Dr Matthew Wilfong to explore one of the most unique college courses in the country The Ecology of Fly Fishing taught at St Marys College in MarylandDr Wilfong breaks down how he created this innovative curriculum and how the class blends science outdoor skills and environmental awareness to inspire the next generation of stewards of our natural resources We discuss the process of developing lessons connecting students to the natural world and

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00:40:09

Ep.86 How Wildfires Really Spread: What Every...

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2025/10/22

In this week’s episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell and Jose sit down with Steve Hawks from the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) to talk about one of nature’s most powerful forces — fire.Steve breaks down the behavior of fire, how urban and rural fires differ, and what makes them spread the way they do. The conversation dives deep into how communities can prepare for the inevitable threat of wildfires and what homeowners can do to protect their property and families before

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00:52:05

From Childhood to the Hunt: Johnathan Moreland’s...

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2025/09/24

Join Jose and Russell this week as they sit down with Johnathan Moreland – one of Arkansas’ most accomplished traditional bowhunterstapesearch.com. A native Arkansan, Johnathan grew up hunting and eventually transitioned from modern compound bows to traditional archery gear (shooting both recurve and longbow). He’s famed for taking massive whitetails with classic bows (including a 186″ buck), and in this episode he shares stories of woodsmanship and his early hunting days. Listen in as Johnathan

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00:39:50

They Don’t Want You to Know This About the Roadless Rule

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2025/09/19

Speak Your Voice Here! https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/08/29/2025-16581/special-areas-roadless-area-conservation-national-forest-system-lands#open-commentIn this week’s episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Jose and Russell dive into the controversial topic of the Roadless Rule and the government’s push to rescind it. With over 45 million acres of wild public lands at stake, this conversation isn’t just about policy, it’s about the future of conservation, wildlife habitat, hunting, fishing,

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01:02:50

Ep.83 Flood Relief, Fly Fishing & Rio Anglers | with...

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2025/09/10

In this week’s episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell sits down with Judson Cole, founder of Rio Anglers, for a deep dive into fly fishing, community, and conservation.The conversation begins with a recap of the Hill Country Flood Relief Event, where Judson stepped up to organize and judge the casting competition that brought anglers together for a cause bigger than fishing. From there, Judson opens up about his upbringing, how he first discovered fly fishing, and how that passion grew into guiding

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00:49:39

Can Worms Save the Planet? The Plastic-to-Compost...

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2025/08/12

Wriggle Brew: https://www.wrigglebrew.com/Bucked Up- https://bckd.co/vnjzgTkForetold Coffee Co.- https://www.foretoldcoffeeco.comThis week on Wild Life Outdoors, Jose and Russell sit down with Sam Baker, founder of Wriggle Brew, to uncover one of the most innovative environmental solutions we’ve ever featured. Wriggle Brew is on a mission to change the way we think about recycling, by using worms to break down plastics and transform them into nutrient-rich compost.Sam takes us behind the scenes of

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00:37:02

From Tying Flies to Thousands Raised — Texas Showed Up!

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2025/08/06

In this episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell and Jose sit down with Russell Husted and Grant Powell to recap the amazing benefit event held at Middleton Brewing in San Marcos, Texas.The crew shares a full breakdown of the day — from fly tying at the bar to connecting with fellow conservationists and anglers. They talk through what inspired the event, the powerful conversations that took place, and the overwhelming support from the outdoor community. Most importantly, they reveal how much money was

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00:20:28

Fly Fishing with a Purpose — Texas Event Aims to...

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2025/07/29

In this episode of Wild Life Outdoors, Russell and Jose sit down with Grant Powell of Hill Country to talk about our upcoming fundraiser event on August 2nd at Middleton Brewing in San Marcos, Texas, from noon to 6 PM.With the recent devastating floods across the Texas Hill Country, this event is more than just a gathering—it's a way to give back. We dive into the impact these floods have had on the local community, outdoor recreation, and our rivers, and discuss how YOU can help support the

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01:00:09

Ep.79 Texas Hill Country Floods: Inside the Disaster...

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2025/07/14

This Week on Wild Life Outdoors: We sit down with Jim Hines, President of the Texas Hill Country Fly Fishers club, for a powerful and timely conversation about the recent devastating floods in the Texas Hill Country.Jim gives us an on-the-ground look at the destruction caused by the flooding, how it’s impacted local communities, and what the recovery effort looks like. From lost homes and damaged watersheds to disrupted fisheries and displaced families, we dive deep into the real challenges facing

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