Nordic Tales & American Trails
is an outdoor and hunting podcast focusing on tales and trails from northern Europe and the USA. Hosted by Erik Rhodin from Sweden and Adam Vu from Louisiana, USA, the podcast covers all aspects of the outdoors, with a special emphasis on hunting with dogs. We will explore the unique tales and trails of our regions, the various dog breeds used in hunting, and the differences in hunting practices between the USA and northern Europe.
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Nordic Tales & American Trails
is an outdoor and hunting podcast focusing on tales and trails from northern Europe and the USA. Hosted by Erik Rhodin from Sweden and Adam Vu from Louisiana, USA, the podcast covers all aspects of the outdoors, with a special emphasis on hunting with dogs. We will explore the unique tales and trails of our regions, the various dog breeds used in hunting, and the differences in hunting practices between the USA and northern Europe.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this first part of our two-episode conversation, Erik and Darren sit down with Joe Kondelis, President of the American Bear Foundation, to talk about bear hunting, management, and culture — from Scandinavia to the Rocky Mountains.
They explore how bears are managed differently across continents, why bear meat deserves more respect, and how hunters can help shape a better public understanding of conservation.
Highlights include:
🐻 The mission and growth of the American Bear Foundation
🇸🇪 Bear management — Sweden vs the USA
🥩 The value of bear meat and changing perceptions
🌍 Wildlife management, ethics, and education
📈 Population control and sustainability challenges
🧭 Hunters as advocates and stewards of wildlife
⚖️ Legislation and science-based management
A thoughtful conversation about conservation, responsibility, and how culture shapes our view of predators — setting the stage for Part 2, where the discussion turns toward hunting dogs, unity among hunters, and the future of wildlife management.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.