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Our Wild Lives

The Wildlife Society
Wildlife Conservation
Conservation
The Wildlife Society
Wildlife Society
Wildlife Biology
Black Bears
Wildlife Management
Biodiversity
Fieldwork
Climate Change
Sagebrush Songbirds
Sagebrush
Environmental Education
Feral Swine
Aldo Leopold
Mountain Lion
Bison
Private Lands Conservation
National Environmental Policy Act
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Our Wild Lives takes listeners into the heart of wildlife conservation, sharing compelling stories from wildlife professionals doing critical work around the world. Your hosts Katie Perkins and Ed Arnett, of The Wildlife Society, bring you thought-provoking conversations with leading experts and emerging voices. Each episode dives into the wild lives of diverse species, explores complex ecosystems... more

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How does harvesting timber impact wildlife around the world?

In this episode of “Our Wild Lives,” Darren Miller, vice president of forestry programs and director of research programs for the National Council for Air and Stream Improvement (NCASI) Fo... more

Since their introduction to North America in the 16th century, uncontrolled populations of wild pigs have wreaked havoc across North America.They can disrupt native wildlife, decimate riparian ecosystems, cause billions of dollars in agricultural dam... more

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For Remington Bracher, working on the reintroduction of bison back to Canada is not only a win for his wildlife career, but also for his culture as a Nêhiyaw (Cree) member of Muskoday First Nation. 

In this episode of “Our Wild Lives,” Bracher, an I... more

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Wild sheep are known for their tenacity to endure some of the harshest landscapes around the world, yet the global population of the subfamily continues to decline due to a bacterium,  Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae (M. ovi). Pneumonia caused by this bacte... more

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Recent Guests

Alan Leary
Wildlife management coordinator
Missouri Department of Conservation
Episode: Solving a Pig Problem
Travis Guerrant
Director for Missouri and Iowa
USDA Wildlife Services
Episode: Solving a Pig Problem
Remington Bracher
Indigenous Liaison for Parks Canada; master's student
Parks Canada; University of British Columbia
Episode: Restoring a Cultural Keystone Species
Kurt Alt
Conservation Director of International Programs, Wild Sheep Foundation
Wild Sheep Foundation
Episode: Keeping Wild Sheep on the Mountain
Corey Mason
Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President of Conservation, Wild Sheep Foundation
Wild Sheep Foundation
Episode: Keeping Wild Sheep on the Mountain
Lisanne Petracca
Assistant Professor of Carnivore Ecology
Caesar Claybrook Wildlife Research Institute at Texas A&M University, Kingsville
Episode: Big Cats and the Border
Cynthia Carter Ayres
President of the Rex Brasher Association
Rex Brasher Association
Episode: The Forgotten Bird Artist
Matthew Schnepf
Board member of the Rex Brasher Association
Rex Brasher Association
Episode: The Forgotten Bird Artist
Tammy VerCauteren
Executive Director of the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies
Bird Conservancy of the Rockies
Episode: Keeping Birds on the Map: Bird Conservation in North America

Hosts

Katie Perkins
Host and wildlife professional affiliated with The Wildlife Society, frequently discussing conservation stories and host duties.
Ed Arnett
Co-host and wildlife conservation expert providing context on policy, research, and field perspectives.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • Amazing Podcast!

    Very informative podcast and the hosts are lively and lovely!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bakkeddlife
    United States8 months ago

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Guests are experts who bring practical field insights.
High-quality content and engaging hosts make it a standout in wildlife conservation podcasts.
Lively and informative conversations with accessible science.

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#24
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#168
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#207
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#234
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Montana’s Migration Marvel
Q: The first time you experience the liftoff, what was that like?
The first liftoff I saw involved tens of thousands of birds, and the sound and visual of the birds lifting off in spirals and moving like a landscape of static left a lasting impression of the sheer scale and wonder of the event.
Montana’s Migration Marvel
Q: Okay, tell me about that Wild Wings festival. What is that?
Wild Wings is a light goose migration festival that evolved from a local interest in tourism to a fuller three-day event with vendors, town tours, films, educational talks, and guided field visits to Freeze Out Lake to showcase the migration and conservation work.
Montana’s Migration Marvel
Q: So, Britt, can you tell me a little bit about wildlife management areas?
Wildlife management areas in Montana are state-owned units focused on habitat protection and public use, historically geared toward hunting but increasingly balancing non-consumptive uses like birding and tourism, with many areas varying by habitat and purpose.
A Reflection on 36 Years with the USFWS
Q: What one piece of advice would you give to students seeking mentors?
Make that uncomfortable call to others to ask about their career experiences, ask thoughtful questions, and then take job shadowing opportunities to learn directly from mentors and build your network.
A Reflection on 36 Years with the USFWS
Q: How did the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service evolve during your career, and what stayed the same?
The core mission and field-level work stayed steady, with shifts in priorities by administrations; the emphasis on habitat restoration with private landowners and collaboration remained central, despite funding and staffing pressures.

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What is Our Wild Lives about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on wildlife conservation, featuring in-depth conversations with researchers, agency professionals, and practitioners working on real-world biodiversity issues. Episodes cover topics such as endangered species policy, predator management, urban wildlife, and the role of hunting and community engagement in conservation, often weaving practical field experiences with broader ecological and policy implications. A notable strength is the ability to translate technical wildlife science into accessible, story-driven discussions that highlight both challenges and solutions in conservation efforts. The format often blends historical context, current debates, and personal narratives, making it appealing to practitioners, students, an... more

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1. Alan Leary
2. Travis Guerrant
3. Remington Bracher
4. Kurt Alt
5. Corey Mason
6. Lisanne Petracca
7. Cynthia Carter Ayres
8. Matthew Schnepf

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