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The Wild Idea

Wild Idea Media
Public Lands
Conservation
Roadless Rule
Climate Change
Forest Service
Endangered Species Act
Trump Administration
National Park Service
Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness
American Prairie
National Environmental Policy Act
Appalachian Trail
Bureau Of Land Management
Department Of Interior
Wildlife Management
Southern Environmental Law Center
Joshua Tree National Park
National Parks
Alaska
California

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.

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In this episode, Bill and Anders sit down with Greg Treinish, founder of Adventure Scientists, and Lara Birkes, the organization's newly appointed executive director, for a wide-ranging conversation about what happens when outdoor skill meets scienti... more

This week on The Wild Line, we're tracking the Senate's imminent floor vote on Steve Pearce's nomination as BLM Director, Montana's escalating campaign against American Prairie's bison grazing permits, a federal land transfer tied to the Ambler Road ... more

In this episode, Bill and Anders are joined by Autumn Gillard, coordinator for the Grand Staircase Intertribal Coalition, and Steve Bloch, legal director for the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance (SUWA), for a wide-ranging conversation about one of t... more

This week on The Wild Line, we're tracking the withdrawal of the Trump administration's National Park Service nominee, a Forest Service plan to spray glyphosate across 10,000 acres of public land, a federal lawsuit to stop a controversial West Virgin... more

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Recent Guests

Gregg Treinish
Founder of Adventure Scientists
Adventure Scientists
Episode: Gregg Treinish & Lara Birkes: Turning Adventure into Conservation Data
Lara Birkes
Executive Director of Adventure Scientists (incoming)
Adventure Scientists
Episode: Gregg Treinish & Lara Birkes: Turning Adventure into Conservation Data
Autumn Gillard
Coordinator for the Grand Staircase Intertribal Coalition
Intertribal Coalition / Grand Staircase-Escalante coordination
Episode: Autumn Gillard & Steve Bloch: Tribal Voices and the Fight to Save Grand Staircase - Escalante
Steve Bloch
Legal director at Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance (SUWA)
SUWA
Episode: Autumn Gillard & Steve Bloch: Tribal Voices and the Fight to Save Grand Staircase - Escalante
Andrew Young
Staff attorney for the Allegheny Blue Ridge Alliance
Allegheny Blue Ridge Alliance
Episode: The Wild Line: Trump Pulls NPS Nominee, Appalachian Groups Sue Over Corridor H, and the Forest Service Embraces Glyphosate
Dalton George
Mayor of Boone, North Carolina; organizer; Endangered Species Coalition national grassroots
Mayor of Boone; Endangered Species Coalition
Episode: Dalton George: The Hellbender, The High Country, and the Fight to Keep Appalachia Wild
Jessica Howell-Edwards
Guest from Wild Cumberland
Wild Cumberland
Episode: Jessica Howell-Edwards & Dani Purvis: Fighting for the Wild Soul of Cumberland Island
Dani Purvis
Guest from Wild Cumberland
Wild Cumberland
Episode: Jessica Howell-Edwards & Dani Purvis: Fighting for the Wild Soul of Cumberland Island
Catherine Wanamaker
Senior attorney, Southern Environmental Law Center
Southern Environmental Law Center
Episode: The Wild Line: GOP Approves Mining in the Boundary Waters, USFS Faces Questions on Reorganization, SELC Sues the God Squad

Hosts

Bill Hodge
Co-host of the podcast, deeply involved in discussions about public lands and environmental conservation.
Anders Reynolds
Co-host and environmental advocate, engaging regularly in conversations surrounding conservation and wild spaces.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
  • Most Important Nature Podcast

    The four part series on the roadless rule opened my eyes to the importance of roadless and wilderness lands that I had not experienced in the 50+ years I’ve been hiking in roadless and wilderness lands.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jim Medlock
    United States4 months ago
  • You’ve gotta listen to this podcast!

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Wild Tberrys
    United States8 months ago
  • Timely and timeless

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Meeeeeee is me
    United States10 months ago
  • Excellent

    Timely, highly relevant digestible deep dives into the past, present, and future of America’s wild public lands.

    Grade A podcast.

    Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ellen StuHae
    United Statesa year ago
  • Informative

    Great guests and insightful topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bob0828
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the rich insights and expert perspectives shared throughout the episodes.
Listeners feel inspired and motivated to engage with conservation efforts personally and in their communities.
Many mention the educational value and timely discussions regarding pressing environmental issues.
The engaging chemistry between the hosts is highlighted, enhancing the listening experience.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Jessica Howell-Edwards & Dani Purvis: Fighting for the Wild Soul of Cumberland Island
Q: What are the main threats to Cumberland Island today and how is the organization addressing them?
Threats include the visitor-use plan, land exchanges, increased development, and lighting impacts; Wild Cumberland raises concerns about transparency, carrying capacity, and adherence to the original legislative intent, while engaging communities and supporting public involvement.
Jessica Howell-Edwards & Dani Purvis: Fighting for the Wild Soul of Cumberland Island
Q: How did Wild Cumberland get started and what was the North Star then?
Wild Cumberland began as a volunteer-driven effort recognizing the need to protect wilderness; the North Star has been to advocate for long-term protection and thoughtful management while staying rooted in a sense of place.
Dalton George: The Hellbender, The High Country, and the Fight to Keep Appalachia Wild
Q: What was the mood in Boone around the hellbender listing and the federal amendments act vote, and what made you push forward?
He notes supportive local sentiment but acknowledges national noise and misinformation; the emphasis remained on community health, water quality, and conserving biodiversity, with a focus on real-world recovery and protection.
Dalton George: The Hellbender, The High Country, and the Fight to Keep Appalachia Wild
Q: How do you govern with an organizer mindset while serving as mayor, and what does that balance look like in practice?
Dalton describes staying accessible, explaining processes, and translating activism into practical public actions, like public hearings with clear timelines and mobilizing residents to participate in local governance.
Dalton George: The Hellbender, The High Country, and the Fight to Keep Appalachia Wild
Q: What inspired you to take steps like making Boone carbon neutral and supporting hellbender protections?
He attributes it to listening to community values, using accessible governance, and leveraging the bully pulpit to engage people across political lines in protecting wildlife and water quality.

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This podcast explores the complex relationship between humanity and the environment, focusing on critical issues surrounding public lands and conservation efforts. Through discussions with experts and passionate advocates, themes such as the significance of roadless areas, legislative challenges, and indigenous perspectives on land stewardship are frequently illuminated. The hosts' engaging dialogue fosters a deep understanding of the ecological and cultural values inherent in our wild spaces, making the content both educational and inspiring for listeners interested in environmental advocacy and nature conservation.

Listeners can expect to gain valuable insights into pressing environmental topics, including recent legal battles over land ... more

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1. Gregg Treinish
2. Lara Birkes
3. Autumn Gillard
4. Steve Bloch
5. Andrew Young
6. Dalton George
7. Jessica Howell-Edwards
8. Dani Purvis

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