The MeatEater Podcast Ep. 820: Skunks Ruin A Marriage and Colorado’s Wolf Plan In Trouble
Jan 12, 2026
This episode covers fascinating insights on how Canadian hunters are stepping up to help their own. A humorous discussion reveals how skunks can become a surprising marriage challenge. Listeners hear about a daring Massachusetts lobster heist and the latest on Florida’s black bear hunting outcomes. Alaska's subsistence program faces scrutiny while Colorado struggles with wolf management amid federal oversight. The panel also shares reflections on wildlife politics and the importance of strategic conservation efforts.
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Support Research Via Raffle Tickets
- Buy raffle tickets for Alaska tags to support research and the Outdoor Heritage Foundation of Alaska.
- Proceeds fund collaring studies and conservation work, making small donations impactful.
Skunks Strain A Family
- Bryce from Oklahoma wrote that heavy skunk trapping left his wife in tears over persistent odor in their truck and garage.
- He asked whether to give up trapping or find a compromise to keep family peace.
Move The Trapping Operation Offsite
- Move the entire trapping operation offsite: clothes, boots, truck, and gear should stay out of shared family spaces.
- Avoid parking the work truck in the family garage to prevent persistent odor transfer.