MeatEater Conservation

Ryan Callaghan, Mark Kenyon

Booking Overview

An outdoor conservation and news show focused on wildlife, public lands, hunting-related issues, and environmental policy, with mostly host-led episodes plus occasional interviews with subject-matter experts. Credible pitches include wildlife researchers, conservation scientists, public-lands policy specialists, and experienced wildlife managers; booking difficulty is medium because the show favors authoritative experts with direct knowledge of conservation issues.

Metrics

Episodes: 502

Frequency: Several times a week

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100,000 - 1M

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 1.9M subscribers

Instagram: 1.0M followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

askcal@themeateater.com

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Host

Ryan Callaghan - Outdoor communicator and conservation advocate known for covering wildlife, public lands, hunting policy, and environmental issues.

Mark Kenyon - Outdoor writer and conservation communicator focused on hunting, wildlife, and the future of North American ecosystems.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium

Typical Credentials:

Wildlife researchers, university professors, conservation scientists, public-lands specialists, and experienced wildlife managers with direct expertise in North American ecosystems and species management.

Required Achievements:

University research or teaching appointments, Published wildlife or conservation research, Direct involvement in species management or public-lands policy

Recent Guest Discussions

Kevin Monteith - The Status And Future Of Mule Deer, Elk, Pronghorn, Moose, And Bighorn Sheep, Including The Key Factors Affecting These Species Across The American West.

Recent Topics

Environment, Conservation, Wildlife Management, Public Lands, Hunting

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on

MeatEater Conservation

Announcing: Blood Trails, Season Three

October 08, 2026

This season on Blood Trails, host Jordan Sillars follows eight brand-new cases: hunting trips gone horribly wrong, decades-old disappearances, suspicious deaths, and crimes hidden deep in the woods. Some cases are ice cold. Others have been solved—at least, according to the law. But every case in Season 3 is still haunted by unanswered questions. Through firsthand interviews, archival audio, court records, and investigative reporting, Blood Trails digs into what happened, what may have ...

Ep. 499: Bear Deterring Zombies, the Grand Teton Ball Game, and a Wildlife Area Reborn

October 05, 2026

This week, Cal talks about an unusual use of Halloween decorations, an unprecedented professional sports game proposal, the re-establishment of a classic wildlife area in Georgia, and a whole lot more. Call to Action: Do you have a fishing operation in the Chesapeake Bay? Apply for a USDA grant for seafood processors that focus on invasive, wild-caught catfish. https://simpler.grants.gov/opportunity/26d3b044-1102-43a4-9eb5-102d25c19347 Presented by First Lite Connect with Cal a...

Ep. 498: Future Wild - Are Hunters and Anglers Meeting the Moment? With Hal Herring

September 30, 2026

This week on the show I'm joined by Hal Herring, longtime outdoor writer and environmental journalist, to discuss whether or not hunters and anglers are living up to their conservation legacy during this interesting moment in history. Thanks to our sponsor, Conservation First Bank. Follow Future Wild on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, iHeart, Pandora, Amazon. Connect with Mark Kenyon and MeatEater MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube,...

Frequently asked questions

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MeatEater Conservation

How do I get in touch with MeatEater Conservation?

MeatEater Conservation is hosted by Ryan Callaghan and Mark Kenyon. Its publicly listed email is askcal@themeateater.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for MeatEater Conservation?

The publicly listed email for MeatEater Conservation: askcal@themeateater.com.

How many listeners does MeatEater Conservation have?

Podseeker estimates MeatEater Conservation reaches 100,000 to 1 million listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for MeatEater Conservation?

MeatEater Conservation typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Wildlife researchers, university professors, conservation scientists, public-lands specialists, and experienced wildlife managers with direct expertise in North American ecosystems and species management. Common among recent guests: University research or teaching appointments; Published wildlife or conservation research; Direct involvement in species management or public-lands policy. Recent guests include Kevin Monteith.

How hard is it to get booked on MeatEater Conservation?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does MeatEater Conservation cover?

Recent episodes cover Environment, Conservation, Wildlife Management, Public Lands, and Hunting. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

askcal@themeateater.com

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