
The Wild Idea is an exploration of the intersection of wild nature and our own human nature. The hosts, Bill Hodge and Anders Reynolds, through conversations with experts and thought leaders will dive into the ways that humans have both embraced and impact the function and vitality of our remaining wild places.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 75 | Founded | 9 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ScienceNature | |||

This week ushers in “The Holidays”, the time of year that chaos and connection reign supreme. Thanksgiving is complicated, especially for Native communities, and the usual “we’re grateful for…” story never feels like the whole picture. So we decided ... more
This week’s Wild Line covers two House votes aimed at rolling back major protections in Alaska, key hearings in both chambers of Congress, and new bipartisan action on wildlife migration. We also follow leadership changes inside federal agencies, the... more
In this second half of our American Prairie series, we sit down with CEO Alison Fox and Director of Rewilding Danny Kinka to look at what the project has become and where it’s headed. Allie talks about how American Prairie has grown into a 600,000-ac... more
This week’s Wild Line looks at the end of the shutdown, what the new continuing resolution means for public lands and civil servants, and how Congress is lining up for a busy set of hearings next week. We follow new pressure on the Public Lands Rule,... more
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Every week, you’re going to be learning something new… well, sometimes actually you might be learning something old… from Bill, Anders, and their guests.
You never know what’s going to be around the next bend.
Regardless, you’ll be both entertained and better informed.
This is the most important conversation happening right now about public lands, and I only wish we had been having it sooner. I look forward to every episode drop and I enjoy feeling like I’m in the room with friends. The hosts have great chemistry and even greater passion for our shared public lands. Keep it up!
Timely, highly relevant digestible deep dives into the past, present, and future of America’s wild public lands.
Grade A podcast.
Thank you!
Great guests and insightful topics.
This podcast is as entertaining as it is important.
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This series focuses on the intricate relationship between humans and nature, emphasizing environmental conservation and the challenges that come with it. The hosts engage experts and thought leaders in discussions that cover various topics such as public land management, ecological practices, and the historical context of environmental policies. Unique to the show is its dedication to exploring both contemporary issues and time-honored perspectives on conservation, making it a rich resource for understanding the complexities surrounding our natural landscapes and the policies affecting them.
Listeners can expect to encounter a diverse range of themes, from the stories of individuals working at the grassroots level to insights from experien... more
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Recent guests on The Wild Idea include:
1. Allie Fox
2. Danny Kinka
3. Michael Gorman
4. Sean Gerrity
5. Frank Uekötter
6. Ellen Stuart Hingens
7. Taylor Rogers
8. Christopher Preston
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