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The American West

MeatEater
American West
Coyote
Biodiversity
Thomas Jefferson
Market Economy
Native Americans
Human Nature
Beaver
Sea Otter
Lewis and Clark Expedition
Wildlife Conservation
Bison
Native American Mythology
Pronghorn
Whitetail Hunting
Lewis & Clark Expedition
Louisiana Purchase
Grand Expedition
Colonialism
Survival

In this new podcast, writer Dan Flores presents a big picture history of an American West you've never encountered. With the West's deep time, its grand natural world, and its wild animals as their focus, these episodes tell a fresh story of America's most fascinating region.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes16Founded7 months ago
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Grizzly bears emerged in North America nearly two-hundred thousand years ago and became the Lord Beast of the American West. Native people regarded them as formidable animal gods. Europeans and Americans thought of them as wildlands monsters that nee... more

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As a native family of American animals, for more than five million years wolves of various kinds have been keystone predators of western ecologies. Before humans arrived they shaped the West more than any other mammal species. Numerous, nearly tame, ... more

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Stephen Rinella
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Dr. Randall Williams
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Dan Flores
Host and narrator, focusing on the historical and ecological narratives of the American West.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 378 ratings
  • Could be even better!

    Dan is a fantastic historian. And he’s a great storyteller. Unfortunately, he’s not a very good philosopher or theologian. His understanding of both disciplines is often incomplete, incorrect, and oddly anachronistic for a historian. This detracts from what would otherwise be a phenomenal podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    jspenceu2
    United Statesa month ago
  • A Return to Wildlife Abundance is the key

    Dan first goes into well researched stories about what used to be here as far as wildlife species, diversity, and mind blowing populations. He feels hunters and others, if they put forth and then sign up to pursuing a bold vision, could one day be a key part of helping to restore the spectacular wildlife abundance that used to be common in American West. Will hunters commit to helping, or just continue to be complicit in keeping wildlife at greatly diminished populations?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mt Hopeful
    United States2 months ago
  • Excellent historical accounts

    If you haven’t read Dans books, don’t sweat it, he provides summary’s of his book chapters in these podcasts. His books are still better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sheltbr1
    United States2 months ago
  • I've been a fan of Professor Flores since first coming across his work in American Serengeti. He's able to deftly balance factual description with scientific and historical explanation/analysis, while infusing the totality with a sense of wonder, awe, and mystery. He captures the essence of the west more than any other writer I've read. In this podcast, he's at peak performance. In addition to the breadth of knowledge conveyed, Professor Flores is a master of the penetrating vignette to illumina... more

    Audible
    5
    Derrick Fiedler
    United States3 months ago
  • I love the content and all the stuff coming out of the Meat Eater world. But you've got to raise the volume on these episodes. I don't have any issues hearing any other podcasts yall produce sept this one.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Cowboy223495
    3 months ago

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The podcast is praised for its production quality and ability to connect historical narratives with contemporary issues.
Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and in-depth exploration of historical topics.
Many find it a necessary addition to conversations surrounding wildlife conservation and ecological awareness.
There are mixed opinions about certain episode topics, suggesting a need for a balance in content focus.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#93
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#122
Canada/History
Apple Podcasts
#170
Finland/History
Apple Podcasts
#181
South Africa/History

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Ep. 14: Wolf West
Q: What's the relationship between coyotes and wolves?
Coyotes and wolves are closely related and can hybridize, but their histories diverge significantly, with cultural perceptions of both animals varying greatly.
Ep. 14: Wolf West
Q: What was the perception of wolves from the old world compared to the new world?
The perception from the old world was that wolves were aggressive and dangerous, influenced by folklore, while in the new world, observations showed that wolves were not aggressive towards humans, often acting more like timid animals.
Ep. 13: A Western Geography of Hope
Q: What was the first year that photographs began to be taken in the American West?
The first photographs were taken in the 1840s with Daguerreotype technology.
Ep. 12: John James Audubon and Vanishing America
Q: How did Audubon collect specimens for his paintings?
Audubon captured and killed birds to paint them, often wiring them into lifelike poses before painting them.
Ep. 12: John James Audubon and Vanishing America
Q: What are Hummingbirds?
Hummingbirds are a North and South American species, not found in Europe.

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The content revolves around the complexities of the American West's history, ecology, and cultural narratives. It explores pivotal themes such as wildlife conservation, indigenous perspectives, and the enduring impact of historical events on contemporary society. Noteworthy discussions include the ecological significance of predators like wolves, insights into historical figures and artists, and reflections on the delicate balance of ecosystems shaped by human activities. The storytelling approach is engaging, offering listeners a rich blend of historical facts and personal anecdotes, which aims to make the past resonate with modern audiences. This podcast is likely to appeal to history enthusiasts, nature lovers, and those interested in th... more

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