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The Michigan DNR’s Wildtalk Podcast

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: dnr-wildlife@michigan.govor call 517-284-9453

Copyright: © 2026 The Michigan DNR's Wildtalk Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Michigan Wildlife Council Jan 01, 2021

Show notes

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 a discussion about squirrels and what you can do if they become a nuisance.
Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD). You can also email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov, and even send your question as a sound file that you record on your phone to be played on the air!
Episode Hosts: Hannah Schauer and Rachel Leightner
Producer: Eric Hilliard
Main Interview Guest(s): Nick Buggia

Wildlife Spotlight Links
Around the State Links
Interview Links
- Michigan Wildlife Council
Mailbag Links
Wildlife is Everywhere Links
- Michigan.gov/SmallGame
- Michigan.gov/Wildlife

Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.

2020 In Review Dec 01, 2020

Show notes

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 about woodpeckers and what you can do if they become a nuisance. Show notes and transcripts are available at Michigan.gov/DNRWildtalk.

Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.

This Podcast is for the Birds Nov 01, 2020

Show notes

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. Show notes and transcripts are available at Michigan.gov/DNRWildtalk.

Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.

Hello Deer Oct 01, 2020

Show notes

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 about bats in Michigan. Show notes and transcripts are available at Michigan.gov/DNRWildtalk.

Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Outdoors Sep 01, 2020

Show notes

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 up with a discussion about urban wildlife and wildlife conflicts. Show notes and transcripts are available at http://Michigan.gov/DNRWildtalk.

Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.

Recovering America's Wildlife Aug 01, 2020

Show notes

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 notes and transcripts are available at Michigan.gov/DNRWildtalk.

Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.

Accessible Recreation for All Jul 01, 2020

Show notes

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 a discussion about Canada Geese. Show notes and transcripts are available at http://Michigan.gov/DNRWildtalk.

Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.

Mr. Kalejs' Home for Peculiar Peregrines Jun 01, 2020

Show notes

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 about deer fawns in Michigan, and why they should be left in the wild. Show notes and transcripts are available at http://Michigan.gov/DNRWildtalk.

Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.

Enjoying the Outdoors Safely May 01, 2020

Show notes

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. The episode wraps up with a discussion about black bears in Michigan during the spring months. Show notes and transcripts are available at http://Michigan.gov/DNRWildtalk.

Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.

Restoring the Arctic Mar 01, 2020

Show notes

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 the upcoming spring birding tours in Michigan. Show notes and transcripts are available at http://Michigan.gov/DNRWildtalk.

Questions or comments about the show? Contact the DNR Wildlife Division at 517-284-9453 (WILD) or email dnr-wildlife@michigan.gov.

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