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National Parks Traveler Podcast

Kurt Repanshek
Climate Change
National Parks
National Park Service
Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park
Coral Bleaching
Geology
Arches National Park
Golden Spike National Historical Park
Magnificent Rock Formations
Hiking Trails
Reservation Systems
Wildfires
Delicate Arch
Big Cypress National Preserve
National Park System
Transcontinental Railroad
California
Kilauea
Mauna Loa
Visitor Safety

National Parks Traveler is the world's top-rated, editorially independent, nonprofit media organization dedicated to covering national parks and protected areas on a daily basis. Traveler offers readers and listeners a unique multimedia blend of news, feature content, debate, and discussion all tied to national parks and protected areas.

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Latest Episodes

During a typical summer day at Yellowstone National Park roughly 3,000 vehicles enter through the North Entrance and head down to Mammoth Hot Springs so their passengers can begin their park adventure.

Up until June 2022 their route took them along... more

A dramatic battle is being waged on the flanks of Halealakā National Park to save rare Honeycreeper birds that exist only in Hawaii.

It's believed that the 50-odd known living or extinct species of honeycreepers all evolved from a single colonizing... more

This year, 2025, likely will go down as the most transitional for the National Park Service. We've seen the loss of nearly a quarter of the permanent workforce, efforts to whitewash history in some parks, and the loss of a grand lodge to wildfire.

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A century of seasons has worn the appearance of the log cabin Roy Fure built in present-day Katmai National Park and Preserve in Alaska, but his care of the small cabin, and later National Park Service restoration efforts, have enabled it to stand th... more

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Dr. Hanna Mounce
Program Director of the Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project
Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project
Episode: National Parks Traveler Podcast | The Fate of the Honeycreeper
Pam Bowran
Senior Director of Government Relations at the National Trust for Historic Preservation
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Episode: National Parks Traveler Podcast | Historic Preservation in the Parks
Jake Li
Vice President with Defenders of Wildlife, previously worked with the Environmental Protection Agency and the US Fish and Wildlife Service.
Defenders of Wildlife
Episode: National Parks Traveler Podcast | Threatened and Endangered Species Intro
Stephanie Adams
Director of Wildlife at the National Parks Conservation Association.
National Parks Conservation Association
Episode: National Parks Traveler Podcast | Threatened and Endangered Species Intro
John Garder
Senior Director of Budget and Appropriations at the National Parks Conservation Association.
National Parks Conservation Association
Episode: National Parks Traveler Podcast | Staffing and Funding the Park Service
Eric Gilbertson
Mechanical engineer and mountaineer at Seattle University
Seattle University
Episode: National Parks Traveler Podcast | Shrinking Mount Rainier
Scott Hotaling
Professor of watershed sciences at Utah State University
Utah State University
Episode: National Parks Traveler Podcast | Shrinking Mount Rainier
Chris Lenhertz
Represents the Golden Gate Conservancy
Golden Gate Conservancy
Episode: National Parks Traveler Podcast | Park Friends Under Pressure
Jacki Harp
Represents Smokies Life
Smokies Life
Episode: National Parks Traveler Podcast | Park Friends Under Pressure

Host

Kurt Repinchuk
Host and primary voice behind intricate discussions on national parks and environmental issues, often engaging with various experts and advocacy representatives.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 135 ratings
  • Stop the Whining

    This could be such a great podcast if it weren’t for the rampant racism whining about the Trump Administration. Good gravy I get the administration is not perfect, but every freaking podcast is nothing about the parks, but how bad things are for them. Funny, because we’ve been to several in 2025 and they have never looked or been better! Maybe this podcast should be about how great our parks are regardless of who is in office.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ronaldvs
    United States2 months ago
  • Great coverage of current events!

    I’ve always appreciated the podcast’s coverage of corners of the National Park Service that I might otherwise miss. But recently it has also become a fantastic source of information about how action on the federal level is affecting the NPS. The guests provide plain spoken, direct information and give you a great sense for what is happening. No euphemisms, no sugar coating. I’ve really appreciated the coverage, thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sfredhead
    United Statesa year ago
  • 2023 Year in Review series posted end of December 2023

    Informative and eye opening information . Appreciate your frank discussions. Encourage everyone to listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    akdenali
    United States2 years ago
  • My favorite subject

    I really enjoy the work done here. Nice to have a source that doesn’t just cover the popular parks. I’ve learned a lot about how things work behind the scenes. I’ve enjoyed the many interviews with naturalists, rangers and park managers too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jm cirlin
    United States2 years ago
  • Cam Sholly for President

    Very informative, Kurt asks great questions and does great great research! Really interesting listening to Cam Sholly, so intelligent and honest about what is happening in Yellowstone, we need more leadership like his in this country!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cuvy79
    United States3 years ago

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Many find the podcast's approach to educating the public about the multifaceted issues facing national parks to be valuable and engaging.
However, there are critiques regarding the political discussions, with some listeners preferring a focus strictly on park content without political overtones.
Listeners appreciate the direct and informative coverage of national parks, focusing on current events and the implications they have for future conservation.

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National Parks Traveler Podcast | The Fate of the Honeycreeper
Q: What's the extent of the area you have covered or spread mosquitoes over at this point?
We're spreading mosquitoes across about 3,000 acres on Maui, focusing on areas densely populated with forest birds.
National Parks Traveler Podcast | The Fate of the Honeycreeper
Q: Can you measure success or is it too early for that?
It's too early to provide definitive metrics, as mosquito populations fluctuate significantly and require extensive data over time.
National Parks Traveler Podcast | Endemic Haleakalā
Q: What is the role of the Park Service in conservation efforts?
The Park Service is charged with protecting the natural resources, including endangered and threatened species, in the park system.
National Parks Traveler Podcast | Endemic Haleakalā
Q: Why is Haleakalā National Park so phenomenal?
The geology is spectacular and it harbors a rich natural resource biome.
National Parks Traveler Podcast | Threatened and Endangered Species Intro
Q: Why is there a disconnect between public support for the ESA and congressional action?
While public support for the Endangered Species Act remains high, specific political interests and opposition from certain groups complicate legislative progress.

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Focused on the intricacies and challenges of national parks and protected areas, this podcast features enlightening discussions surrounding pressing issues such as funding, staffing, and climate change affecting these treasured spaces. Episodes often include engaging interviews with experts, revealing the behind-the-scenes workings of park management, environmental conservation, and historical interpretation, aiming to educate and raise awareness about the significance of these natural resources. Unique perspectives highlight the ongoing tensions between political discourse and conservation efforts, making the content both informative and thought-provoking for nature enthusiasts and advocates alike.

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Recent guests on National Parks Traveler Podcast include:

1. Dr. Hanna Mounce
2. Pam Bowran
3. Jake Li
4. Stephanie Adams
5. John Garder
6. Eric Gilbertson
7. Scott Hotaling
8. Chris Lenhertz

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