Cal of the Wild

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Welcome to “Cal of the Wild” where you can join Ryan “Cal” Callaghan each week for his unique brand of outdoor news and interviews designed for folks who need to know what’s going on and those who want to pretend they do. Also, get your dose of dog and dog training tips from Tony Peterson’s Houndations podcast. Both part of The MeatEater Podcast Network.

22H AGO

Ep. 369: The Hottest New Vanity Pet Dire Wolves, Deer Breeders, and Turkey Opener

This week Cal talks about Dire wolves, neck of the woods, advocacy works, and his opening morning turkey adventure with Snort. Check out the new "Cal of the Wild" T-Shirt Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25 min
5D AGO

Ep. 368: Fisheries and Federal Firings with Doug Austen

In this week's interview episode, Cal and Jordan sit down with Doug Austen, the recently retired Executive Director at American Fisheries Society to talk about how recent actions by the federal government might hamper your ability to cast a line for your favorite species. Connect with Cal and MeatEater Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

45 min
APR 14

Ep. 367: Poop Chucking, Poaching, and Executive orders

This week Cal talks about fishing confrontations, legislation, public lands, and executive orders. Check out the new "Cal of the Wild" T-Shirt Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

22 min
APR 11

Ep. 366: Why You Should Care about Rangeland with Jeff Goodwin

In this week's interview episode, Cal and Jordan sit down with Jeff Goodwin, the Director of the Center for Grazinglands and Ranch Management. They talk about what rangeland is, how it's managed, and why hunters should care. Connect with Cal and MeatEater Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

56 min
APR 9

Ep. 365: Houndations - Common Puppy Injuries and How to Avoid Them

This week, Tony explains some of the most common puppy injuries people might encounter, and how to avoid them. Connect with Tony, Cal, and MeatEater Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

17 min
APR 7

Ep. 364: Ancient Hunting Gear, Canine Crime, and the Feds

This week, Cal covers the latest news from Washington, D.C., a 6,500-year-old hunting kit, and a case of young anglers being held at gunpoint. Check out the new "Cal of the Wild" T-Shirt Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25 min
APR 2

Ep. 363: Terry Baker CEO Society of American Foresters

In this week's interview episode Cal talks with Terry Baker CEO of the Society of American Foresters. They discuss what forest management is, prescribed burns, catastrophic fire, houses built in stupid places, and what to expect from the Timber Harvest executive order. Connect with Cal and MeatEater Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1h 1m
MAR 31

Ep. 362: Babygate, Mineral Withdrawal, State Legislation and Crime

This week Cal talks about stealing state wildlife and getting noticed by Elon Musk. State legislation you need to know, and Executive order mineral withdrawal. Check out the new "Cal of the Wild" T-Shirt Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Ryan Callaghan

Host

4.9

out of 5

9,558 Ratings

Houndation

Feb 15

Rascal Hansen

Don’t listen to the main podcast, but Tony’s Houndation segment is fantastic. Used to be a regular listener to his Sporting Dog Talk podcast and love getting to hear hunting dog content from him again!
Good but annoying at times

Mar 5

Titus McEntee

Yes cal is a bit liberal, but the podcast is enjoyable. Also like Tony’s segment, although he appears to hate men, because he is a girl dad, and has an apparent disdain for religion.
Thank you

Mar 3

I'm A Bison Not A Buffalo

Hey Cal, you keep parroting the Project 2025 nonsense. Where’s the concrete evidence of fraud and waste? So far the only fraud and waste has been with DOGE itself who repeatedly removes their falsehoods and inaccuracies from their website. Keep up the disinformation and propaganda you have proven so effective at!
Boat trash

Feb 11

bose 901

In episode 347 you missed one of the longest cases of boat trash. Check out the 100+ foot tug abandoned in Baileys Harbor Wisconsin. It’s been there for over three years and no one knows how it’s going to be removed.

Welcome to “Cal of the Wild” where you can join Ryan “Cal” Callaghan each week for his unique brand of outdoor news and interviews designed for folks who need to know what’s going on and those who want to pretend they do. Also, get your dose of dog and dog training tips from Tony Peterson’s Houndations podcast. Both part of The MeatEater Podcast Network.

Channel

The MeatEater Network
Creator

MeatEater
Years Active

2019 - 2025
Episodes

369
Rating

Clean
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Cal of the Wild