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THE WILD with Chris Morgan brings stories from the natural world right to your ears in a beautifully immersive way. You’ll feel like you are right there with Chris in wild places all over the world, alongside wildlife ecologists, researchers and colorful characters on the front line.

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Latest Episodes

Twenty-nine years ago cowboy Warner Glen took the first photograph of a jaguar that crossed from Mexico into Arizona. His surprising story opens our show. Today though, there is something very different happening on the border.

Chris and his produc... more

Welcome back to a brand new season of THE WILD! Travel with Chris as he uncovers unexpected stories from nature. Like jaguars - America’s biggest cat - trying to navigate the giant steel wall on the Mexican border; tiny hummingbirds searching to find... more

Happy Earth Day!

There is a lot of uncertainty in the world right now when it comes to the environmental health of our planet. Political leaders seem unable or unwilling to take action on climate change. And we continue our rapid loss of biodiversi... more

Tom Mangelsen is one of the most gifted and prolific wildlife photographers of our time. He may be best known for documenting the life of Grizzly Bear 399 in and around Teton National Park in Wyoming. I’ve spent thousands of hours alongside, and guid... more

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Recent Guests

Zoë Schlanger
Science writer for The Atlantic and author of The Light Eaters
Episode: Zoë Schlanger: Do plants think? Why eating a salad may never feel the same again
Don Starbard
Member of the Huna Tlingit tribe and clan leader
Episode: Glacier Bay National Park: Life after ice - the birth of a river
Dr. Megan Clare
Hydrologist at the University of Leeds, involved in the study of rivers in Glacier Bay
University of Leeds
Episode: Glacier Bay National Park: Life after ice - the birth of a river
Dr. Mark Smith
Colleague of Dr. Megan Clare involved in ecological research
Episode: Glacier Bay National Park: Life after ice - the birth of a river
Dr. Jocelyn Atkins
Wolverine biologist and founder of the Cascade Carnivore Project
Cascade Carnivore Project
Episode: True grit: the wild wolverine (reprise)
Eily Andruszkiewicz Allan
Chief Scientist at the eDNA Collaborative at the University of Washington
University of Washington
Episode: Eily Andruszkiewicz Allan: The magic of eDNA
Aza Raskin
Co-founder of Earth Species Project and Centre for Humane Technology
Earth Species Project
Episode: Digital Dr. Dolittle: decoding animal conversations with artificial intelligence (reprise)
Karen Bakker
Professor at the University of British Columbia and author of The Sounds of Life
University of British Columbia
Episode: Digital Dr. Dolittle: decoding animal conversations with artificial intelligence (reprise)
Dan Blumstein
Professor of Conservation Biology at UCLA and author of The Nature of Fear, with nearly 40 years studying marmots
UCLA
Episode: Dan Blumstein: Fear and listening to your inner marmot

Host

Chris Morgan
Host of The Wild, known for his storytelling skills and deep connection with nature. He engages audiences with immersive narratives that encompass various wildlife topics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 4.6k ratings
  • Amazing

    This is, without a doubt, my favorite nature podcast!! Chris Morgan is a fabulous host and his story telling skills are top notch. So excited to hear the new season!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Snflwrchld
    United States20 days ago
  • Good when not made by Chris

    I listened to multiple episodes, and kept having cringe DEI moments, for example, explaining how Indians (subcontinent) ‘shouldn’t have to be quiet in the (American) wilderness because their couture is loud’ really?

    Over and over with NW liberal politics. “they” “them” seriously?! Feral horse episode was good cause the Brit wasn’t involved.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    I hate Seattle
    United Statesa month ago
  • What Happened

    Nothing new since April. All of my other podcasts have weekly or monthly new episodes, or at the very least every other month. Hard to stay with something that’s not there. Such a shame because it’s a good one except for the new obnoxious music and ads.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    25$@
    United States2 months ago
  • Binge Worthy

    I just found this podcasts and am listening to the episodes back-to-back. They are entertaining and informative. Chris is a great host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Susan Craig
    United States2 months ago
  • Great show!

    Informative, calming, and well-produced. Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Podfabfun
    United States4 months ago

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The host is often noted for his soothing voice and engaging style, making complex environmental topics accessible.
Listeners praise the podcast for its immersive storytelling and informative content about wildlife and ecology.
Many fans express a deep emotional connection to the stories told, particularly those relating to iconic wildlife such as Grizzly 399.
A few criticisms have surfaced regarding political themes within certain episodes, but these are generally outweighed by positive feedback.

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#4
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#35
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Apple Podcasts
#9
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#17
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#101
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#139
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Talking Points

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Zoë Schlanger: Do plants think? Why eating a salad may never feel the same again
Q: Do you think plants are intelligent?
I am inclined to believe they have agency, suggesting they have control over the direction of their lives.
Zoë Schlanger: Do plants think? Why eating a salad may never feel the same again
Q: How can a plant be intelligent if it doesn't have a brain?
Plants have agentive capacity, responding and adapting to stimuli in their environment, much like a nervous system without a brain.
Zoë Schlanger: Do plants think? Why eating a salad may never feel the same again
Q: How do you define intelligence when it comes to a plant?
Intelligence is loosely defined as the capacity to make decisions, highlighting that even without a brain, plants can exhibit intelligence.
Zoë Schlanger: Do plants think? Why eating a salad may never feel the same again
Q: What's so interesting about plants?
Plants are magnificent and the basis for our entire world; they provide all of the oxygen we breathe and sugars we metabolize.
Broadcast: In search of silence
Q: What is exposure to nature doing to us on a cellular level?
Exposure to nature can lead to reductions in heart rate and blood pressure, improved mood, and even enhanced immune response.

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Offering an enchanting journey into the natural world, this podcast immerses listeners in stories that highlight the challenges and beauty of wildlife conservation. With episodes featuring emotional narratives about iconic species such as grizzly bears, explorations of critical ecosystems like Glacier Bay National Park, and the humorous yet heartwarming tales of life in Antarctica, the content likely captivates enthusiasts of nature and environmental advocacy. Unique storytelling approaches, often enhanced by the soothing voice of the host, create an inviting atmosphere for anyone curious about wildlife's intricate relationships with their habitats and human influence on nature's balance.

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Recent guests on The Wild include:

1. Zoë Schlanger
2. Don Starbard
3. Dr. Megan Clare
4. Dr. Mark Smith
5. Dr. Jocelyn Atkins
6. Eily Andruszkiewicz Allan
7. Aza Raskin
8. Karen Bakker

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