Mountain & Prairie with Ed Roberson

Ed Roberson

Climate Change

Conservation

Endangered Species Act

Community Engagement

Fire Weather

Fort Mcmurray Wildfire

Agricultural Resilience

Water Sustainability

Sustainability

Timber Framing

Renewable Energy

Forest Management

Nature Conservancy

Influential Books

Lincoln's Melancholy

Colorado River

Organic Farming

Community Building

Shed Session

Bristol Bay

Mountain & Prairie is a podcast about the people shaping the future of the American West—its land, communities, and culture. • Hosted by conservationist Ed Roberson, it features thoughtful, down-to-earth conversations with fascinating people doing meaningful work in the American West and beyond: conservationists tackling environmental challenges, authors and historians preserving the West's storie... more

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	290	Founded	10 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Society & CulturePersonal JournalsPlaces & Travel

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SHED SESH: September & October 2025 Book Recommendations

This month marks ten full years of my bimonthly book-recommendations project—a decade of weird little paragraphs about the books that grab my scattered attention. Whether you've been here since the beginning or signed up five minutes ago, thank you. ... more

18 Nov 2025 • 47 min

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Devon O'Neil — On Nature's Power and the Price of Adventure

Devon O'Neil is a journalist, author, and longtime friend of mine whose new book "The Way Out: A True Story of Survival in the Heart of the Rockies" is one of the best pieces of outdoor nonfiction I've read in years. The book tells the harrowing true... more

11 Nov 2025 • 1 hr 4 min

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Carli Kierstead – Wyoming Forests and the Work of Keeping Water Flowing

Carli Kierstead is the Forest Program Director for The Nature Conservancy in Wyoming, where she leads efforts to understand and restore some of the West's most critical—and often overlooked—ecosystems. From beetle kill and wildfire to drought, Wyomin... more

31 Oct 2025 • 1 hr 1 min

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Bex Frucht — Story Wrangler! Vibe Steward! One of a Kind!

Bex Frucht is a force of nature—a storyteller and community builder whose work blends performance, land, and small-town life in the American West. Based in Livingston, Montana, she's the founder of TMI Live, a storytelling series that celebrates vuln... more

24 Oct 2025 • 1 hr 32 min

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Recent Guests

Devon O'Neil

Journalist, author, and longtime friend of Ed Roberson, known for his book 'The Way Out' related to outdoor survival stories.

Episode: Devon O'Neil — On Nature's Power and the Price of Adventure

Carli Kierstead

Forest Program Director for The Nature Conservancy in Wyoming

The Nature Conservancy

Episode: Carli Kierstead – Wyoming Forests and the Work of Keeping Water Flowing

Chris Keyes

Executive Director of Re.Public and former Editor-in-Chief of Outside Magazine

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Episode: Chris Keyes – From Outside to RE:PUBLIC

Brad Johnson

Senior Regenerative Agriculture Advisor for The Nature Conservancy

The Nature Conservancy

Episode: Brad Johnson – Building Trust and Soil Health

Paul Hendricks

Executive Director of the Conservation Alliance

Conservation Alliance

Episode: Paul Hendricks – The Conservation Alliance and the Future of Public Lands

Kate Williams

CEO of 1% for the Planet, a global non-profit promoting environmental responsibility by engaging businesses to give 1% of their annual revenues to nonprofits.

1% for the Planet

Episode: Kate Williams – Leadership Lessons from the CEO of 1% for the Planet

Nicholas Triolo

Writer, endurance athlete, and educator

Episode: Nicholas Triolo – What the Circuitous Path Reveals

Kelly Beevers

Grazing Lands Partner Strategy Lead at The Nature Conservancy

The Nature Conservancy

Episode: Kelly Beevers – Connection, Collaboration, Conservation

Cole Mannix

President and co-founder of the Old Salt Co-op

Old Salt Co-op

Episode: Cole Mannix & Andrew Anderson – The Hard Work of Building a Better Food System

Host

Ed Roberson

Host of in-depth conversations focused on the future of the American West, exploring the journeys and wisdom of innovators in various fields.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings

solid road pod
Hal Herring brought me to the podcast. The topics discussed by Ed Roberson and guests are consistently interesting and informative. I travel by motorcycle all around Canada, U.S. and Mexico… these pods have kept me engaged for many miles on the road
Apple Podcasts
5
Crockettwoowoo
United States8 months ago
Out West
Living in Los Angeles, how does one stay in touch with the people and places that matter to the art and ecology of this country’s natural spaces? This podcast is one of the best out there for this purpose. Ed does a great job of interviewing his guests, and his guests really enjoy being there! After listening, I always come away a little bit more informed than before. Keep up the great work, Ed!
Apple Podcasts
5
bchacon66
United Statesa year ago
Great episodes . .
Ed does a lovely job at interviewing and conversing with guests. He does his homework and touches on relevant parts of their story to make the show exceptional. This is a good way to stay connected to the mountain west in many dimensions from conservation, to writing, music and the arts. Thank you, Ed.
Apple Podcasts
5
Seans426
United Statesa year ago
Easy listening
Great podcast about the west and conservation. I highly recommend singling up for Ed’s weekly good news from the west email.
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5
From Dom. Rep. / iphone6s plus
United Statesa year ago
Weekly must listen.
Goes to the top of my queue each episode
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5
COyrbender
United Statesa year ago

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Many find the topics relatable and inspiring, particularly those involved in conservation and outdoor activities.

The diversity of guest backgrounds enriches the content and resonates well with an audience keen on community and environmental stories.

Listeners appreciate the thought-provoking and engaging conversations that dive deep into the narratives defining the American West.

The host is praised for his exceptional interviewing skills and for fostering a welcoming atmosphere for guests.

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Apple Podcasts	#85	United States/Society & Culture/Places & Travel
Apple Podcasts	#67	Australia/Society & Culture/Places & Travel
Apple Podcasts	#25	Finland/Society & Culture/Places & Travel
Apple Podcasts	#61	New Zealand/Society & Culture/Places & Travel
Apple Podcasts	#66	South Africa/Society & Culture/Places & Travel
Apple Podcasts	#92	Belgium/Society & Culture/Places & Travel

Talking Points

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Devon O'Neil — On Nature's Power and the Price of Adventure

Q: How do you think about the process, you're processing those three crazy things, you probably your own being at the bottom of the list, because I know with me, it's like, I'm at the bottom of the priority list, because I, you know, it's kid's wife and then me. But that would have been the worst thing in the world for your kids and your wife, if you had been swept away.

Devon shared that thinking about the impact of his outdoor experiences on his family changed his perception of risk and that he didn't want to expose them to unnecessary danger.

Devon O'Neil — On Nature's Power and the Price of Adventure

Q: How do you build those relationships and make people feel comfortable?

O'Neil described that he treats people the way he would want to be treated and gives sources the agency to dictate what they want to discuss, which helps build trust over time.

Devon O'Neil — On Nature's Power and the Price of Adventure

Q: Can you tell me about when you first heard about this story?

Devon O'Neil explained that he first learned about the story at a concert in Frisco, when a friend shared information about a tragic skiing incident that occurred in January 2017.

Yvon Chouinard – The Perpetual Pursuit of Simplicity

Q: Can you talk about how you and Craig started 1% for the planet?

We decided to give 1% of sales to environmental causes instead of manipulating profits.

Yvon Chouinard – The Perpetual Pursuit of Simplicity

Q: What made you decide to write a book exclusively about Pheasant Tail?

I wanted to connect simplifying my life and sports as part of the solution for saving the planet.

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The content revolves around deep conversations with various individuals who are actively contributing to shaping the future of the American West. Topics range from environmental conservation and storytelling to community building and personal journeys in outdoor sports. The discussions often highlight resilience, creativity, and the impact of culture on land and community. Through engaging dialogues, the podcast aims to inspire listeners by showcasing the unique narratives of conservationists, authors, artists, and entrepreneurs dedicated to preserving and innovating within the rich traditions of the western regions.

A particularly noteworthy aspect of this podcast is its focus on a diverse range of guests, including those from fields not ... more

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1. Devon O'Neil
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5. Paul Hendricks
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7. Nicholas Triolo
8. Kelly Beevers

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