Without a doubt, crawfish, or crayfish, are the most well-known, and tastiest crustacean in all of North America- but how much do we really know about them? Where did they come from? How many of them are there? What role do they play in the ecosystem? We’ll all learn by the end of this that these tiny shellfish have more to offer than a what comes out of a boiling pot.

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Without a doubt, crawfish, or crayfish, are the most well-known, and tastiest crustacean in all of North America- but how much do we really know about them? Where did they come from? How many of them are there? What role do they play in the ecosystem? We&rsquo;ll all learn by the end of this that these tiny shellfish have more to offer than a what comes out of a boiling pot.
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The Backwoods University Podcast is about wildlife biology and the people who dedicate their lives to wild animals and their habitat. Guided by host Lake Pickle’s curiosity, you’ll hear insights from wildlife biologists and outdoorsmen, while gaining an intimate look at North American wildlife, their habitat, and the undeniable influence the human race has on them. This podcast is an efficient listen where you’ll learn from the experts so you can understand the wild. After all, you can’t love what you don’t understand.

The Backwoods University Podcast is about wildlife biology and the people who dedicate their lives to wild animals and their habitat. Guided by host Lake Pickle&rsquo;s curiosity, you&rsquo;ll hear insights from wildlife biologists and outdoorsmen, while gaining an intimate look at North American wildlife, their habitat, and the undeniable influence the human race has on them. This podcast is an efficient listen where you&rsquo;ll learn from the experts so you can understand the wild. After all, you can&rsquo;t love what you don&rsquo;t understand.

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The Bear Grease Podcast with host Clay Newcomb delivers compelling storytelling through documentary-style episodes exploring the culture, traditions, and history of rural America. He’ll dive in deep with hunters, biologists, anthropologists, and hillbillies to learn about human nature and our ancient connection to the land. Bear Grease explores unique people, topics, and stories that reveal the incredible value of life lived close to the land. Part of the MeatEater Podcast Network.

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Ep. 476: Backwoods University - Catching Crawfish

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In this bonus drop of Backwoods University, we have the opportunity to hear from a man named Joshua Lawes, who spent several years in the wild lands of Africa, working in antipoaching teams. As you can imagine, he has some pretty wild and fascinating tales, along with some insight on how conservation works in Africa and how it dippers for North America.

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In this bonus drop of Backwoods University, we have the opportunity to hear from a man named Joshua Lawes, who spent several years in the wild lands of Africa, working in antipoaching teams. As you can imagine, he has some pretty wild and fascinating tales, along with some insight on how conservation works in Africa and how it dippers for North America.
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Ep. 473: Backwoods University - Bonus Episode: Anti-Poaching Stories

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In our final chapter of our series with Antonin Scalia, we will be taking a close look at why this man was so loved and respected by everyone that knew- including people that completely disagreed with him. On top of that, we'll learn how hunting, wild game, and the outdoors played a critical role in it.

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In our final chapter of our series with Antonin Scalia, we will be taking a close look at why this man was so loved and respected by everyone that knew- including people that completely disagreed with him. On top of that, we'll learn how hunting, wild game, and the outdoors played a critical role in it.
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Ep. 469: Backwoods University - Ginsburg and Scalia: The Ties That Bind Us

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Antonin Scalia, whether you agreed or disagreed with him, was inarguably one of the most influential Americans in modern history due to his position as supreme court Justice for almost 30 years. However, in this part 1 of this series we will get the rare opportunity to see this man in way you may have never seen him before. Come along as we journey down to the place where Scalia first found his love for the outdoors and hunting, and see how that same love became used a connective tissue for even the most distant of ideologies.

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Antonin Scalia, whether you agreed or disagreed with him, was inarguably one of the most influential Americans in modern history due to his position as supreme court Justice for almost 30 years. However, in this part 1 of this series we will get the rare opportunity to see this man in way you may have never seen him before. Come along as we journey down to the place where Scalia first found his love for the outdoors and hunting, and see how that same love became used a connective tissue for even the most distant of ideologies.
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Ep. 464: Backwoods University - Justice Scalia

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Ep. 476: Backwoods University - Catching Crawfish

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