The Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast

By Michigan Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Division

What's The Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast about?

The Wildtalk Podcast is a production of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Division. On the Wildtalk Podcast, representatives of the Wildlife Division chew the fat and shoot the scat about all things habitat, feathers, and fur. With insights, interviews, and listener questions answered on the air, you'll come away with a better picture of what's happening in the world of Michigan's wildlife. Thank you for listening.Email questions to: [email protected] call 517-284-9453

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The Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast episodes:

04.01.2024
Flying deer, frogs, herons and Southeast Michigan habitat
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Nate Levitte about all things habitat in the Southeast Lower Peninsula region of the state, fly away with a discussion about the Great blue heron, and we wrap up the...
03.02.2024
Southwest Lower Peninsula habitat, woodcock, the bear essentials and coy wolves?
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to James Miller about all things habitat in the Southwest Lower Peninsula region of the state, fly away with a discussion about the American woodcock, answer a question about the existence...
02.01.2024
Crows, otters and Michigan's Northern Lower Peninsula
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Scott Eggeman about all things habitat in the Northern Lower Peninsula region of the state, fly away with a discussion about crows, and we wrap up the episode with a...
01.01.2024
UP habitat work, snowy owls, the bog lemming and a new year
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Bill Scullon about all things habitat in the Upper Peninsula region of the state, fly away with a discussion about snowy owls, and we wrap up the episode with a...
12.01.2023
Southwest Michigan habitat, pileated woodpeckers and the pine marten
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Mark Mills about all things habitat in the Southwest region of the state, fly away with a discussion about pileated woodpeckers, and we wrap up the episode with a chat...
11.01.2023
Michigan Natural Features Inventory, bird migration and the white-tailed deer
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Jesse Lincoln from Michigan Natural Features Inventory about all things habitat, fly away with a discussion about bird migration and die-offs from window collisions, and we wrap up the episode...
10.01.2023
Spooky season: Southeast Lower Peninsula habitat work, and nocturnal owls and skunks
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Joe Robison about all things habitat in the Southeast Lower Peninsula of Michigan, fly away with eastern screech-owls as we talk all things feathers, and we discuss the odorous, striped...
09.01.2023
Northern Lower Peninsula habitat work, sharp-tailed grouse and the Ursus americanus
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Mike Parker about all things habitat in the Northern Lower Peninsula of Michigan, fly away with sharp-tailed grouse as we talk all things feathers, and we discuss the Ursus americanus...
08.01.2023
Southwest Michigan, piping plovers and huge squirrels
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Kristin Wildman about all things habitat in Southwest Michigan, fly away with piping plovers as we talk all things feathers, and talk about Michigan's largest squirrel in our all things...
07.01.2023
Wildlife adaptations to a changing climate
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we replay one of our popular interviews about the challenges a changing climate poses to wildlife. Episode Hosts: Rachel Leightner, Holly Vaughn and Hannah Schauer Producer/editor: Eric HilliardManaged Waterfowl AreasiNaturalisteBirdMichigan.gov/WaterfowlSeek appGreat Lakes Integrated...
06.01.2023
Ticks, ticks, ticks!
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we replay one of our most popular interviews about one of everyone's least favorite woodland insects — the tick. Episode Hosts: Rachel Leightner Producer/editor: Eric HilliardMichigan.gov/LymeRadio Lab Podcast - Meat Allergy EpisodeThe Tick...
05.01.2023
Plan A: Leave Wildlife B
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we replay one of our most popular interviews on the importance of leaving wildlife in the wild. Episode Hosts: Rachel Leightner Producer/editor: Eric Hilliard Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR...
04.01.2023
The Northern Lower Peninsula, wild turkeys in the spring and the little brown bat
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk about habitat projects happening in Michigan's Northern Lower Peninsula, fly away with a discussion about spring wild turkey behavior, and have a high-flying discussion about little brown bats. Episode Hosts: Hannah...
03.01.2023
UP habitat improvements, GEMS birding and preventing conflicts with bears
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk about habitat projects happening in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, fly away with a discussion about birding on Grouse Enhanced Management Sites (GEMS), and dive into tips on avoiding conflicts with black bears...
02.01.2023
Southwest Michigan habitat, bird declines and backyard predators
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to John Niewoonder about all things habitat in Southwest Michigan, fly away with a discussion about what can be done concerning bird population declines as we talk all things feathered, and...
01.01.2023
Southeast Michigan, snow buntings and more
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we talk to Terry McFadden about all things habitat in Southeast Michigan, fly away with Snow Buntings as we talk all things feathered, and dive into winter hunting and trapping opportunities in our...
12.01.2022
Raccoons, elk and the Pure Michigan Hunt
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we’ll shine our wildlife spotlight on the dark-eyed junco, find out what habitat work is happening in the Southwest Lower Peninsula, hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment and get a sample...
11.01.2022
Juncos, Southwest Michigan and getting lost in the swamp
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we’ll shine our wildlife spotlight on the dark-eyed junco, find out what habitat work is happening in the Southwest Lower Peninsula, hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment and get a sample...
10.01.2022
Blue Jays, birding trails, white tails and enforcement tales
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we’ll shine our wildlife spotlight on the Blue Jay, find out what habitat work is happening in the Upper Peninsula, talk deer with Chad Stewart and Brian Frawley, hear listener questions answered in...
09.01.2022
Elk, events, rescues and reporting
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we’ll shine our wildlife spotlight on the elk, find out what habitat work is happening in the Southeastern Lower Peninsula, hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment and get a sample of...
08.01.2022
Toads, dams, small fish and barrels
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, we’ll shine our wildlife spotlight on the American toad, find out what habitat work is happening in the Northern Lower Peninsula, hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment and get a sample...
07.01.2022
Ticks, ticks and more ticks
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what habitat work is happening in the southwest part of the state, learn everything you probably ever wanted to know about ticks, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment....
06.01.2022
Avian influenza
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening with wildlife habitat in the Upper Peninsula, learn about avian influenza with Wildlife Veterinarian, Dr. Megan Moriarty, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps...
05.01.2022
Please Leave Wildlife in the Wild
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening with wildlife habitat in the Southeastern Lower Peninsula, learn about why natural resource agencies remove wildlife from people keeping them as pets or rehabilitating them without a license, and...
04.01.2022
Spring birding
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what work is happening for wildlife in Michigan’s Northern Lower Peninsula, talk about birds with MiBirds coordinator, Erin Rowan, and hear listener questions answered during the mailbag segment....
03.01.2022
Bear with us for a moment
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what work is happening for wildlife in Michigan’s Southwest Lower Peninsula, talk about bears and large carnivores with Cody Norton, and hear listener questions answered during the mailbag...
02.01.2022
Wildlife adaptations to a changing climate
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what work is happening for wildlife in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, talk about climate change and wildlife adaptation with Chris Hoving, and hear listener questions answered during the mailbag...
01.01.2022
Harvesting the Fur
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what work is happening for wildlife in Michigan’s Southeast Region, talk fur harvesting with Adam Bump, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps...
12.01.2021
Michigan: A Winter Wonderland
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what work is happening for wildlife in Michigan’s Northern Lower Peninsula Region, talk winter activities at Michigan State Parks with Maia Turek, and hear listener questions answered in...
11.01.2021
The Deer Time of Year
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what work is happening for wildlife in Michigan’s Southwest Region, talk deer with Ashley Autenrieth and Chad Stewart, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The...
10.01.2021
The Legend of the Michigan Dogman
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what fall work is happening for wildlife in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, talk mythical creatures in Michigan folklore with Rachel Clark from the Michigan History Center, and hear listener...
09.01.2021
This Land Is Your Land
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what fall work is happening for wildlife in Michigan’s Southeast Lower Peninsula, talk about public lands with Kristin Wildman, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment....
08.01.2021
Moose Extravaganza
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what summer work is happening for Wildlife in Michigan’s Northern Lower Peninsula, talk about Michigan Moose with Chad Stewart and Bill Scullon, and hear listener questions answered in...
07.01.2021
Bug Man
In this episode of the Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast, you’ll find out what summer work is happening for Wildlife in Michigan’s Southwest, talk bugs with entomologist Howard Russell (Michigan State University’s bug man) and hear listener questions answered in the...
06.01.2021
Plan A: Leave Wildlife B
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening with wildlife habitat in the Upper Peninsula, learn about why natural resource agencies remove wildlife from people keeping them as pets or rehabilitating them without a license, and hear...
05.11.2021
Wildtalk Bonus: Showcasing the DNR - Between the pages, a history lies
This narrated Showcasing the DNR story, originally written by Katie Urban, can be found online here: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MIDNR/bulletins/2c3da64 Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email [email protected].
05.01.2021
Ticks, Ticks, Ticks
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening around the state, learn everything you probably ever wanted to know about ticks, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion...
04.01.2021
Well Grounded
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening around the state, talk about on-the-ground projects with the Michigan United Conservation Club’s Makhayla LaButte, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with...
03.01.2021
Let's Make History
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening around the state, talk about Michigan History and the DNR Centennial with the Michigan History Center’s Tobi Voight, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode...
02.01.2021
The Wildlife Division's New Chief
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening around the state, listen to an interview with the Wildlife Division’s new Chief, Jared Duquette, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with...
01.01.2021
Michigan Wildlife Council
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening around the state, listen to an interview with the Michigan Wildlife Council's chairman, Nick Buggia, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with...
12.01.2020
2020 In Review
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening around the state, look at the year in review with Hannah and Rachel, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion...
11.01.2020
This Podcast is for the Birds
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening around the state, talk birds with Erin Rowan, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about black bears in Michigan....
10.01.2020
Hello Deer
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening around the state segment, talk deer and deer regulations with Chad and Ashley, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion...
09.01.2020
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Outdoors
In this episode of the Wildtalk Podcast, find out what’s happening in our around the state segment, talk about diversity, equity and inclusion with Alexis, Clay and Ashley, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps...
08.01.2020
Recovering America's Wildlife
In this episode, you'll find out what's happening with deer regulations, talk about the Recovering America's Wildlife Act with Dan Kennedy, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about muskrats. Show...
07.01.2020
Accessible Recreation for All
In this episode, you'll find out what's happening around the state in our Working for Wildlife segment, talk accessible recreation with Kristin Wildman and Ryan Soulard, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with...
06.01.2020
Mr. Kalejs' Home for Peculiar Peregrines
In this episode, you'll find out what's happening around the state in our Working for Wildlife segment, talk about peregrine falcons with Nik Kalejs, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion...
05.01.2020
Enjoying the Outdoors Safely
In this episode, you'll find out what's happening around the state in our Working for Wildlife segment, talk to DNR Public Information Officer, Ed Golder, about the DNR's response to Covid-19, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment....
03.01.2020
Restoring the Arctic
In this episode, you'll find out what's happening around the state, talk to Todd Grischke of the Fisheries Division about arctic grayling restoration, and hear listener questions answered in the mailbag segment. The episode wraps up with a discussion about...

What's The Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

The Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast episodes:

Flying deer, frogs, herons and Southeast Michigan habitat

Southwest Lower Peninsula habitat, woodcock, the bear essentials and coy wolves?

Crows, otters and Michigan's Northern Lower Peninsula

UP habitat work, snowy owls, the bog lemming and a new year

Southwest Michigan habitat, pileated woodpeckers and the pine marten

Michigan Natural Features Inventory, bird migration and the white-tailed deer

Spooky season: Southeast Lower Peninsula habitat work, and nocturnal owls and skunks

Northern Lower Peninsula habitat work, sharp-tailed grouse and the Ursus americanus

Southwest Michigan, piping plovers and huge squirrels

Wildlife adaptations to a changing climate

Ticks, ticks, ticks!

Plan A: Leave Wildlife B

The Northern Lower Peninsula, wild turkeys in the spring and the little brown bat

UP habitat improvements, GEMS birding and preventing conflicts with bears

Southwest Michigan habitat, bird declines and backyard predators

Southeast Michigan, snow buntings and more

Raccoons, elk and the Pure Michigan Hunt

Juncos, Southwest Michigan and getting lost in the swamp

Blue Jays, birding trails, white tails and enforcement tales

Elk, events, rescues and reporting

Toads, dams, small fish and barrels

Ticks, ticks and more ticks

Avian influenza

Please Leave Wildlife in the Wild

Spring birding

Bear with us for a moment

Wildlife adaptations to a changing climate

Harvesting the Fur

Michigan: A Winter Wonderland

The Deer Time of Year

The Legend of the Michigan Dogman

This Land Is Your Land

Moose Extravaganza

Bug Man

Plan A: Leave Wildlife B

Wildtalk Bonus: Showcasing the DNR - Between the pages, a history lies

Ticks, Ticks, Ticks

Well Grounded

Let's Make History

The Wildlife Division's New Chief

Michigan Wildlife Council

2020 In Review

This Podcast is for the Birds

Hello Deer

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Outdoors

Recovering America's Wildlife

Accessible Recreation for All

Mr. Kalejs' Home for Peculiar Peregrines

Enjoying the Outdoors Safely

Restoring the Arctic