The Joe Rogan Experience #1341 - Steven Rinella
Aug 27, 2019
Steven Rinella, an accomplished outdoorsman and host of 'MeatEater,' shares his insights on hunting, cuisine, and the complexities of family life. He discusses the joy of pairing wild game with cannabis and reflects humorously on drinking habits. The conversation dives into wildlife tracking and the ethics behind it, as well as the allure of shark hunting. Rinella also touches on parenting philosophies and the balance between personal success and community impact, all while keeping it light with amusing stories and genuine dialogue.
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Axis Deer Hunting
- Rinella shares his hunting experience with Axis deer in Hawaii, remarking on their speed and adaptation to human predation.
- He notes their high-strung nature, attributing it to evolving alongside predators like tigers in their native India.
Non-Native Species in Hawaii
- Rogan discusses the irony of non-native species in Hawaii, where most flora and fauna were introduced by humans.
- He recounts a conversation with a Native Hawaiian hunter questioning the label "non-native" for animals like pigs and Axis deer.
Collaring Animals
- Rogan recalls a conversation with Carmen Van Bianchi about collaring animals for research.
- Van Bianchi believes collared animals are "tainted," having already been captured and handled.