The Wolf Connection
A Wolf Connection® Production
Welcome to 'The Wolf Connection' Podcast. Here, we explore the intricate relationship between humans, predators, and the natural world. Topics range from The Future Of Wild Lands, Biodiversity, Biology, Conservation, Co existing with wildlife for the benefit of our ecological future, and Re-discovering the human/wolf connection. Finding common ground within these conversations may prove to be essential to our development as individuals, the cultivation of productive societies, and a sustainable civilization on this planet.Immerse yourself in a broad range of subjects with a wide array of guests from Scientists, Authors, Conservationists, Visual Artists, Ranchers, Hunters, Naturalists and even Wolf Connection Staff & Volunteers!
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Jan 21, 2022 • 59min
Episode #62 Vicente Palacios - Iberian Wolves & Coexistence in Spain
Vicente Palacios has been studying Iberian wolves in Spain for over 20 years. We covered several topics related to the wolves in Spain, wolf & human coexistence, wolf management and ecology, the history of wolves and what the future holds for the species moving forward. Vicente also shared the differences between wolves in Spain and in Yellowstone National Park.Iberian Wolf HowlsWolf Howl Variations @wolfconnection
Jan 7, 2022 • 10min
Wolf Tales - Matt Thomas, Wolf Connection Volunteer
Wolf Tales is where you'll hear stories from Wolf Connection's staff and volunteers about their experiences. We'll also be speaking with musicians, artists, photographers and videographers about how the wolf has impacted their work.Matt Thomas has been a volunteer at Wolf Connection since 2016. He is now pursuing his DVM (doctor of veterinary medicine) degree at the WIMU Regional Program in Veterinary Medicine. Currently, he is attending Utah State University and will transfer to Washington State University for his final two years of study. @mattinahat16@wolfconnectionWolf Connection Website
Dec 31, 2021 • 57min
Episode #61 Barbara Marti - Wolf Communication in North America & Spain
It's our first international episode!Barbara Marti is a PhD student and researcher at the University of Oviedo in Spain. She was part of a study that looked at the acoustic communication of wolves in North America and Spain. Their research even discovered an interaction between a wolf and two Great Horned Owls in Yellowstone! (Check the description for a link to the audio).Barbara explained the overall findings, her personal expectations moving forward and insight into the wolf/human dynamic in Spain. Barbara Marti ResearchWolf & Owl Interaction Audio @wolfconnection
Dec 23, 2021 • 55min
Wolf Tales - Morgan Heim, Photojournalist & Conservationist
Wolf Tales is where you'll hear stories from Wolf Connection's staff and volunteers about their experiences. We'll also be speaking with musicians, artists, photographers and videographers about how the wolf has impacted their work.Morgan Heim is a wildlife photojournalist, filmmaker and adventurer focusing on wildlife-human coexistence. Her goal is to find the beauty, humor and perseverance in the struggle to make the world a better place.Morgan spoke about her journey from scientific studies to photography, how she combines the two in her work, and the future of her work with conservation causes. morganheim.com@moheim@wolfconnection
Dec 3, 2021 • 1h 9min
Wolf Tales - Julie Argyle, Wildlife Photographer
Wolf Tales is where you'll hear stories from Wolf Connection's staff and volunteers about their experiences. We'll also be speaking with musicians, artists, photographers and videographers about how the wolf has impacted their work.Julie Argyle has been photographing wildlife since she was 8 years old. She has spent many years in and around Yellowstone National Park taking photos and sharing her work with the public. Julie shared many stories from her encounters in Yellowstone, her deep connection to the Wapiti Lake pack and how she continues to advocate for wolves and other species through her photography. @wildloveimages_julieargyleWolves Western Warriors - Pre-Order@wolfconnectionWolf Connection
Nov 26, 2021 • 59min
Episode #60 Tom Gable - Voyageurs Wolf Project
Tom Gable is the Project Lead for the Voyageurs Wolf Project based in the Greater Voyageurs Ecosystem in Northern Minnesota. One of their main goals is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the summer ecology of wolves. Tom spoke about the project's overall findings, the wolf & beaver predator-prey relationship within the ecosystem and how their research is providing critical information on wolves in boreal ecosystems. Voyageurs Wolf Project@voyageurswolfproject@wolfconnection
Nov 19, 2021 • 34min
Wolf Tales - Ted Heistman, Artist and Sculptor
Wolf Tales is where you'll hear stories from Wolf Connection's staff and volunteers about their experiences. We'll also be speaking with musicians, artists, photographers and videographers about how the wolf has impacted their work. Ted Heistman is an artist who uses clay to make sculptures of animals both past and present. He recently sculpted a wolf, and donated the proceeds to Wolf Connection. We spoke about Ted rediscovering his passion in sculpting, how he decided to donate to Wolf Connection and the future plans for his clay sculptures. @utoggsoup@wolfconnectionWolf Connection
Nov 12, 2021 • 54min
Episode #59 Jon T. Coleman - Vicious: Wolves and Men In America
Jon T. Coleman is a Professor of History at the University of Notre Dame. He has authored 3 books including Vicious: Wolves and Men in America which documents the fraught relationship between early American settlers and wolves over three centuries. We spoke about his book, the research that went into writing it and the revelations he discovered during the process. Vicious: Wolves and Men in America can be purchased on Amazon and other book retailers. Vicious on AmazonJon T. Coleman website@wolfconnectionWolf Connection
Nov 5, 2021 • 59min
Episode #58 Dan Vermillion - Wolf Hunts & Legislation in Montana
Dan Vermillion was the former Montana Fish & Wildlife Commissioner and Chairman for over 10 years. Dan and other former Commissioners penned a guest essay in the Mountain Journal stating their opposition to Montana's current state regulations regarding wolves. He spoke to us about his time as Commissioner, where he believes the divide on wolves is coming from and how Montana got to the place it is today on wolf policy. @danvermillionSweet Water TravelWolf Connection
Oct 29, 2021 • 44min
Wolf Tales - Monica Stahlmann & Regan Downey, Trumpet the Miracle Wolf Pup
Monica Stahlmann is the author of the children's book Trumpet the Miracle Wolf Pup and Regan Downey is the Director of Education for the Wolf Conservation Center in South Salem, NY. Monica and Regan spoke about the events leading up to the creation of the book, how both are involved with the Wolf Conservation Center and the message they are looking to send with the publication of the book. Trumpet the Magical Wolf Pup can be purchased through Amazon and other online retailers, 50% of all the profits will go to the Wolf Conservation Center. Trumpet on AmazonWolf Conservation Center@wolfconservationcenter@wolfconnection
