Mountain & Prairie with Ed Roberson

By Ed Roberson

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A podcast about the people shaping the future of the American West—its land, communities, and culture. • Hosted by conservationist Ed Roberson, Mountain & Prairie features in-depth conversations with leaders, innovators, and changemakers—conservationists tackling environmental challenges, authors and historians preserving the West’s stories, artists capturing the region’s spirit, entrepreneurs building place-based businesses, outdoor athletes pushing human limits, and more. Through engaging, down-to-earth discussions, Ed explores their journeys, hard-earned wisdom, and lessons learned. • Each episode offers inspiration and insight—whether a story of resilience, a fresh take on conservation, or practical lessons in leadership, creativity, and problem-solving. It’s a space for meaningful conversations about the land, the people, and the ideas shaping the modern West.

Episode Date
Aaron Citron: Crafting Conservation Policy in a Changing West
Mar 31, 2025
David Cronenwett - Lessons from Jiu-Jitsu, On and Off the Mats
Mar 10, 2025
Helen Augare Carlson & Dylan DesRosier – Land, Language, and Stewardship in the Blackfeet Nation
Feb 28, 2025
George Hodgin Returns – Risk-Taking, Leadership, and the Future of Cannabis
Feb 20, 2025
Ivan McClellan Returns - From Behind the Lens to Center of the Arena
Feb 13, 2025
Betsy Gaines Quammen Returns - Myths, Curiosity, and Human Connection (Live at the Old Salt Festival)
Feb 07, 2025
Chris Pague - Stories, Science, and the Southern High Plains
Jan 30, 2025
Nicole Qualtieri - Charting a New Course in the Changing Landscape of Outdoor Media
Jan 24, 2025
Hal Herring Returns - Live at the Old Salt Festival
Jan 17, 2025
Scott Hulet: Reading + Writing + Surfing + Fishing + Traveling
Jan 10, 2025
Rusty Bell & Justin Loyka - Economics, Energy, and Community Pride
Dec 31, 2024
Joe Whitworth - On Unrelenting Effort, Blazing Your Own Trail, and Taking Action
Dec 10, 2024
Jesse Smith – A Regenerative Approach to Land and Life
Dec 03, 2024
Nichole Barger – Science as a Catalyst for Human Connection
Nov 27, 2024
Mark Easter - Food, Soil, and Our Planet's Future
Nov 15, 2024
Kelsey Molloy & Angel DeVries – Fortifying Grasslands & Communities on the Northern Great Plains
Nov 01, 2024
The Partnership of Rangeland Trusts - 20 Years of Cooperation, Collaboration, and Conservation
Oct 25, 2024
Kevin Grange - The Secret Lives of Grizzlies
Oct 18, 2024
Nick Mott - A Masterclass in Nuanced Storytelling
Oct 01, 2024
Mauricia Baca - An Empathetic Approach to Nevada's Conservation Challenges
Sep 24, 2024
Joe Schobert - From NFL Pro Bowler to Western Conservation Advocate
Sep 10, 2024
Heidi Redd & Sue Bellagamba - Tales from the Dugout Ranch
Aug 27, 2024
Curt Meine - Aldo Leopold's Life, Work, and Enduring Legacy
Aug 23, 2024
Janie & Louise Roberson - Chatting It Up With Their Old Man
Aug 13, 2024
Nancy Smith & Austin Rempel - A Surprisingly Simple, Effective, and Scalable Approach to Riparian Restoration
Jul 30, 2024
Dr. Alan Townsend - Generosity & Curiosity in the Face of Tragedy
Jul 17, 2024
Pete McBride Returns - Exploring & Documenting His Backyard River
Jul 03, 2024
Peter Gower & Chris Menges - Forward-Looking Approaches to the West's Energy Transition
Jun 25, 2024
Beatriz Soto - Bridging Cultural Divides & Building Equitable Communities
Jun 19, 2024
"Good Fire, Bad Fire" - A Film and Discussion About Forest Health
Jun 06, 2024
SHED SESSION - Everything I Know About Starting a Podcast
Jun 02, 2024
Dan Stellar - Bolstering Biodiversity in Arizona and Beyond
May 28, 2024
Sandy Colhoun - Building Leaders Through Outdoor Education
May 22, 2024
Kami Bakken - How to Build a Life and Career in the West's Wide-Open Spaces
May 15, 2024
Hampton Sides Returns: The Wild and Tragic Tale of Captain James Cook
May 08, 2024
Celene Hawkins & Izabella Ruffino - Tribal Partnerships, Indigenous Voices, Cutting-Edge Conservation
Apr 30, 2024
Kristine Tompkins – Nothing to Lose
Apr 25, 2024
Logan Maxwell Hagege Returns - On Taking Action & Finding Balance
Apr 12, 2024
Dr. Emily Howe - The Interconnectedness of Mountains, Forests, Rivers, and Estuaries
Mar 26, 2024
Sterling Drake - Roots Music, Ranching, and Giving Back
Mar 12, 2024
Kevin Krasnow - Keeping Jackson Hole Wild and Beautiful
Feb 27, 2024
Mike DeHoff - Exploring the Colorado River's Reemerging Rapids
Feb 22, 2024
SHED SESSION: Seven Must-Read Books That You May Not Know About
Feb 16, 2024
Live at the Amon Carter Museum - In Conversation with James Prosek and Spencer Wigmore
Feb 07, 2024
Ivy Spohnholz - Climate Solutions, Sustainable Fisheries, and Resilient Communities
Jan 30, 2024
Chad Ellis - On Leadership, Building Relationships, and Working for the Greater Good
Jan 25, 2024
Rick Wittenbraker - Humility, Generosity, and Building One-of-a-Kind Brands
Jan 18, 2024
50 Years of the Endangered Species Act - Live in Austin
Jan 09, 2024
SHED SESSION: 12 Things I Loved in 2023
Dec 30, 2023
Paige Lewis - Durable Conservation, Collective Action, and Strategic Thinking
Dec 26, 2023
Jenna Pollard - Timber Framing, Organic Farming, Community, & Purpose
Dec 07, 2023
Diana Lane & Aaron Derwingson - Thriving Rivers, Resilient Agriculture, and Strong Communities
Nov 28, 2023
John Vaillant - A Riveting Exploration of Fire
Nov 20, 2023
Dr. Sara Dant Returns - "Losing Eden: An Environmental History of the American West"
Nov 10, 2023
Corissa Busse - Tribal-Led Buffalo Restoration in the American West and Beyond
Oct 31, 2023
Vincent Stanley - Lessons Learned from Patagonia’s First Fifty Years
Oct 24, 2023
Rebecca Clarren - "The Cost of Free Land"
Oct 10, 2023
Nick Offerman - Empathy, Nuance, & Good Hard Work
Oct 03, 2023
Matt Cahill - A Deep Dive into the Sagebrush Sea
Sep 26, 2023
James Prosek - Art, Philosophy, & Our Natural World
Sep 13, 2023
Anna Borgman - Obsession, Curiosity, and Purpose-Driven Work
Sep 01, 2023
Carrie Segil & Duncan Gilchrist - Catalyzing Conservation in Colorado and Beyond
Aug 22, 2023
David James Duncan - Live at the Old Salt Festival
Aug 08, 2023
Erik Glenn Returns - Leadership, Innovation, & Commitment to Conservation
Aug 04, 2023
SHED SESSION - Everything I Know About Landing a Job in the Conservation World
Aug 01, 2023
Lorelei Cloud - Solving Modern-Day Challenges with Ancient Tribal Wisdom
Jul 25, 2023
Christy Sing Robertson - On Grit, Hard Work, & Going All In
Jul 14, 2023
Rebuilding a Resilient, Regional Meat Supply Chain - LIVE at the Old Salt Festival
Jul 06, 2023
Rob Addington - A Deep Dive into Western Wildfires and Forest Health
Jun 27, 2023
David Gessner Returns - "A Traveler's Guide to the End of the World"
Jun 20, 2023
Doug Peacock - 50 Years of Fighting for the Grizzlies
Jun 09, 2023
Chris Hawkins - Using Nature to Build Healthier & More Equitable Communities
May 23, 2023
Live from the Strenuous Life Retreat: In Conversation with Nancy Fishbein
May 18, 2023
Jesse Griffiths - Humility, Curiosity, and Creative Cuisine
May 12, 2023
Christian Beckwith, Part 2 - The Fascinating History of the 10th Mountain Division
May 03, 2023
Matt Moorhead & Galen Guerrero-Murphy - Grasslands Conservation on the Southern High Plains
Apr 25, 2023
Walt Morgan - Helping People Discover Their Best Selves
Apr 21, 2023
Kathie Sever - Chainstitching, Craftsmanship, and Cosmic Western Wear
Apr 14, 2023
Landscape-Scale Management in a Private Land State - Live with the Texas Chapter of The Wildlife Society, Part 2
Apr 07, 2023
Equitable Access to the Outdoors - Live with the Texas Chapter of The Wildlife Society, Part 1
Apr 06, 2023
Taylor Hawes - Innovative Conservation in the Colorado River Basin
Mar 28, 2023
Beau Alexander - Paying Homage to the Past, While Focusing on the Future
Mar 23, 2023
Chandra Brown, Part 2 - Teaching & Learning in the West's Wildest Landscapes
Mar 16, 2023
Cate Havstad-Casad, Part 2 - Building Businesses for the Greater Good
Mar 09, 2023
Dr. Katharine Hayhoe - Effecting Change Through Authentic Conversation
Feb 28, 2023
Megan Torgerson - Storytelling from Rural America
Feb 20, 2023
Bryce Andrews, Part 2 - "Holding Fire"
Feb 09, 2023
Cole Mannix - Building Community through Land Stewardship and Local Food
Feb 01, 2023
Carlos Fernández, Part 2 - Creating Conservation Opportunities During Uncertain Times
Jan 24, 2023
Christian Beamish - West Coast Craftsman
Jan 13, 2023
Jess Mudgett - Humble & Grateful
Jan 06, 2023
BONUS EPISODE: Kate Matheson & The Ranchlands Podcast
Dec 21, 2022
Live with the Cowboy Artists of America
Dec 16, 2022
Chris Dombrowski, Part 2 - "The River You Touch"
Dec 02, 2022
Douglas Brinkley - Exploring the Past to Find Inspiration for the Future
Nov 15, 2022
Live from Maxwell Alexander Gallery
Nov 01, 2022
Monica Tranel - Fighting for the Future of Montana
Oct 12, 2022
Francesca Claverie - A Borderlands Conservation Success Story
Sep 30, 2022
Amber Smith - Creating Connection & Community
Sep 27, 2022
Mike McTee & Vince Slabe - Win-Win Solutions in the Fight to Save Eagles
Sep 16, 2022
Peter Stark - Tales of Adventure, Exploration, & Epic Battles
Sep 09, 2022
Frances Ashforth - Art, Water, and Wide-Open Spaces
Sep 02, 2022
10 Must-Read Books about the American West, with Mark Kenyon
Aug 22, 2022
Nate Schweber - A Forgotten Chapter of American Conservation
Aug 05, 2022
Pete McBride, Part 2: In Search of Silence
Jul 18, 2022
Rick Ridgeway - Purpose-Driven Adventurer
Jun 22, 2022
Dr. Eric Arzubi - A New Approach to Solving the West's Mental Health Crisis
Jun 01, 2022
The Life-Changing Magic of Living Strenuously, with Kate Kavanaugh
May 20, 2022
Land Tawney - Energetic & Optimistic
May 05, 2022
Betsy Gaines Quammen - A Fascinating History of Public Lands in the West
Apr 28, 2022
Brian Yablonski - Action-Oriented Conservationist
Apr 21, 2022
Dylan Tomine - Protecting What He Loves
Apr 12, 2022
Liz Moore - For the Love of Montana
Apr 05, 2022
Kate Mannix - A Legacy of Land Stewardship
Mar 30, 2022
Alvin Dedeaux - Living His Dream
Mar 24, 2022
Riddy Arman - Artistic Authenticity
Mar 04, 2022
Yemi Mobolade - Community Builder
Feb 17, 2022
Chris Burkard - Seeking Beauty Through Adventure
Feb 04, 2022
Reflections On My First Elk Hunt, with Adam Gall
Jan 13, 2022
Elliott Woods - Stories from Dangerous Places
Nov 23, 2021
Heather Hansman - The Fascinating Story of Skiing's Past, Present, & Future
Nov 12, 2021
Matt Pierson - Finding New Solutions for Food Insecurity
Nov 03, 2021
Ryan Busse - Standing His Ground
Oct 15, 2021
Lesli Allison & Tuda Libby Crews - Durable Conservation in the West... and Beyond
Sep 21, 2021
Hampton Sides - Tales from a Most Excellent Adventure
Sep 17, 2021
Luke Smithwick - A Life in High Places
Sep 10, 2021
Shane Doyle - Reverence for the Past, Hope for the Future
Sep 01, 2021
Antonia Malchik - Exploring Culture & Complexity
Aug 19, 2021
Nickolas Butler - The Craft of Creativity
Aug 06, 2021
Nicole Morgenthau - Curiosity & Creativity
Jul 16, 2021
Adam Gall - A Reverence for Wildlife & Wild Places
Jun 30, 2021
John Branch - Seeking the Extraordinary in the Ordinary
Jun 10, 2021
Matt Barber & Joel Doub, Part 2 - Tales from an Entrepreneurial Adventure
May 28, 2021
Max Wenerstrom - Timeless Craftsmanship
May 21, 2021
Dr. David Hewitt - The Science of Wildlife Conservation
May 04, 2021
NEW WEST DISPATCH - Marci McLean & Cora Neumann on COVID's Impact on Native Communities
Apr 13, 2021
Brendan Leonard, Part 2 - On Running, Creating, & Other Irrational Passions
Mar 26, 2021
Mitsu Iwasaki - Adventure, Advocacy, & Alpinism
Mar 17, 2021
Jason Gardner - A Life of Purpose & Service
Mar 10, 2021
Kelsey Johnson - Chasing Her Artistic Ambitions
Feb 23, 2021
Iris Gardner - Living with Intention
Feb 16, 2021
The Ramblings of a "Conquistador of the Useless"
Jan 29, 2021
Chris Douglas - An Unexpected Artistic Journey
Jan 18, 2021
Monte Burke - Exploring Obsession
Dec 28, 2020
Malcolm Brooks - Epic Tales from the American West
Nov 30, 2020
Mike Foote - Perfection Is In the Process
Nov 16, 2020
NEW WEST DISPATCH: Matt Skoglund - Ranching in the Age of COVID
Nov 02, 2020
Juanita Vero, Part 2 - A Deep Desire to Serve
Oct 16, 2020
Jessica Wahl Turner - Outdoor Recreation & Rural Economies
Oct 13, 2020
Steve Casimiro - Voice of Adventure
Oct 06, 2020
Chris Castilian – Community, Conservation, and Colorado
Sep 20, 2020
Anna Brones - Committed to Creativity
Sep 18, 2020
Carlos Fernandez - The Power of Partnerships
Aug 24, 2020
David Gessner, Part 3 - A Confluence of Conservation Ideals
Aug 10, 2020
Becky Edwards - Amplifying the Power of Women in the West
Jul 30, 2020
Ivan McClellan - A New Look at the Old West
Jul 17, 2020
Gabe Vasquez - Advocate for Equity in the Outdoors
Jun 29, 2020
Chris La Tray - Rediscovering His Past, Writing His Future
Jun 25, 2020
Rachel VandeVoort - Harnessing the Power of Outdoor Recreation
Jun 01, 2020
Chris Burkard - The Art of Suffering
May 26, 2020
Dan Prenzlow - Generous Service, Humble Leadership
May 11, 2020
Callan Wink - A New Voice for the New West
May 08, 2020
Rebecca Jewett, Part 2 - Conservation's Role During Challenging Times
Apr 24, 2020
George Hodgin - Mission-Driven Entrepreneur
Apr 08, 2020
Kyle Richardson - Mountains & Music
Mar 26, 2020
Daniela Ibarra-Howell - Healing the Land Holistically
Mar 12, 2020
Andrew Ramiro Tirado - Stoking His Artistic Fire
Feb 19, 2020
Jessica Ilalaole - Creating Home in the High Desert
Jan 29, 2020
Kate Kavanaugh - Regeneration & Restoration
Jan 14, 2020
Peter Heller - Chasing the Flow
Dec 31, 2019
Hal Herring - A Man of Words & Wild Places
Dec 16, 2019
Mark Kenyon - A Passion for Public Lands
Dec 06, 2019
Matt Skoglund - Adventures in Bison Ranching
Nov 06, 2019
Becca Aceto - Forging Her Own Path in the West
Oct 17, 2019
Duke Phillips III - A Vision for the New West
Sep 27, 2019
Duke Phillips IV - Living with the Land
Sep 20, 2019
Live in Bozeman - Cate Havstad, Jillian Lukiwski, Becca Skinner & Juanita Vero
Sep 13, 2019
William deBuys - Sage of the Southwest
Sep 05, 2019
Emilene Ostlind - Storytelling for the New West
Aug 20, 2019
PART 2: Behind the Scenes with Ed - A Never-Boring, Often-Crazy Personal Journey
Aug 07, 2019
PART 1: Behind the Scenes with Ed - Cutting-Edge Land & Water Conservation in the West
Aug 07, 2019
Morgan Irons - Finding Her Muse
Jul 23, 2019
Heather Hansman - Demystifying Water in the West
Jul 09, 2019
David Gessner, Part 2 - Ambition, Art, and Arête
Jun 25, 2019
Mike Phillips - Audacious Goals, Relentless Action
Jun 10, 2019
James Decker - Inspired Leadership in the New West
May 24, 2019
Logan Maxwell Hagege - Artistic Evolution
May 10, 2019
Mary Rondepierre - Melding Work, Play, and Purpose
May 03, 2019
Bryce Andrews - People, Predators, and the American West
Apr 19, 2019
Jessica Lewis - Doing More With Less
Apr 13, 2019
Len Necefer - Indigenous Advocate
Mar 30, 2019
Chris Dombrowski - Words, Water & the West
Mar 11, 2019
Auden Schendler - The Optimistic Pragmatist
Mar 04, 2019
Russ Schnitzer - A Life Devoted to Western Landscapes
Feb 22, 2019
Chandra Brown - Fostering Creativity Through River Adventures
Feb 08, 2019
Jesse Womack - Land Stewardship is in His Blood
Jan 24, 2019
Melissa DiNino - Building a Unique Life in Big Sky Country
Jan 11, 2019
Allison Ryan - Connecting People With Place
Dec 28, 2018
Jay Kleberg – True Dedication to Conservation, Adventure & Texas
Dec 13, 2018
Daniel Anderson - Finding Common Ground
Nov 30, 2018
Alexis Bonogofsky - Taking a Stand for the West
Nov 21, 2018
Sara Dant - A Deep Dive Into the History of the West
Nov 07, 2018
Hampton Sides, Part 2 - How to Tell a Damn Good Story
Oct 25, 2018
Erik Petersen - Stories of Public Lands & the People Who Love Them
Oct 18, 2018
Bonus (or is it a penalty?) Episode - Ed in the Hot Seat
Oct 08, 2018
Juanita Vero - A Deep Love of Place
Sep 26, 2018
Geoffrey Keating - Built to Last
Sep 13, 2018
Hampton Sides - Live at the Aspen Institute
Aug 30, 2018
Pete McBride - A Passion for Water & Wild Places
Aug 23, 2018
Stephen Smith, Part 2 - Evolution & Reinvention
Aug 10, 2018
Rebecca Jewett - Big Ideas for the New West
Jul 27, 2018
Sarah Wentzel-Fisher - Conservation in the Radical Center
Jul 13, 2018
David Gessner – Voice of the West’s Past and Present
Jun 29, 2018
Daniel Vergés - The Pursuit of Simplicity in Art & Life
Jun 14, 2018
Adam Foss - Lessons Learned from a Life Afield
May 17, 2018
Chris Eyer - Montana’s Mindful Mule Packer
May 07, 2018
Sarah Calhoun - Community Building Through Commerce
Apr 20, 2018
Becca Skinner - Pursuing Her Passions in the West
Apr 13, 2018
Brendan Leonard - Grinding It Out
Apr 06, 2018
Jason Rich - The Humility and Hard Work of Creativity
Mar 28, 2018
Jim Howell, Part II - Restoring Ecological Capital Through Grazing
Mar 06, 2018
Brian Calvert - In-Depth Journalism in the New West
Feb 23, 2018
Christine Su - The Business of Healthy Grasslands
Feb 15, 2018
Robert Krapfel - On Living A Purpose-Driven Life
Feb 06, 2018
Jillian Lukiwski - Art and Adventure in the American West
Jan 24, 2018
Matt Barber & Joel Doub - Stewards of a Fly Fishing Legacy
Jan 11, 2018
Cate Havstad - Cultivating Creativity & Craftsmanship
Jan 04, 2018
Sarah King - Collaborative Conservation in the American Southwest
Dec 15, 2017
Charles Post - Stewardship, Science & Storytelling
Nov 21, 2017
Mark Maggiori - A Fresh View of the American West
Nov 08, 2017
Tyler Sharp, Part 2 - Modern Huntsman
Oct 16, 2017
Scott Slusher - The Cowboys' Cowboy Photographer
Oct 05, 2017
Duke Beardsley - Art in the Big, Bold American West
Sep 20, 2017
Dan Flores - Chronicling the West’s Rich Natural History
Sep 01, 2017
Noel Durant - Conservation & Community in the Gunnison Valley
Aug 25, 2017
Teal Blake - On Being Authentic & Original
Aug 11, 2017
Justin Simoni - The Ultra-Endurance Artist
Jun 14, 2017
Bryan Martin & Elizabeth Williams - Life Skills Through Wilderness Adventure
May 11, 2017
John Dunaway - Life and Times of a Merchant Mariner
Apr 19, 2017
Bernice Ende - Equestrian Explorer
Mar 29, 2017
Mike Reilly - Helping Combat Veterans Rediscover Purpose
Mar 17, 2017
AD Maddox - The Art of Trout and Fly Fishing
Mar 10, 2017
Jeff Lee - Creating a Literary Home on the Range
Mar 03, 2017
Christian Beckwith - Building a Conservation Coalition
Feb 14, 2017
Tyler Sharp - The Sportsman Storyteller
Feb 07, 2017
Connor Coleman - How to Build a Meaningful Life in the West
Dec 22, 2016
Taylor Keen - Tribal Truth Seeker
Dec 16, 2016
Camrin Dengel – Slow Living in the American West
Nov 23, 2016
Jason Schlarb - Service, Adventure, and Ultra-Endurance
Nov 17, 2016
Larry Yaw - Creating a Sense of Place in the New West
Nov 03, 2016
Pat O'Toole - Six Generations of Balanced Ranch Stewardship
Oct 25, 2016
Joe Grant - Self-Powered Alpine Adventurer
Sep 21, 2016
Ben Masters - Conservation Through Innovative Filmmaking
Aug 27, 2016
Stephen Smith - Adventures in Photography, Motorcycles, and Ranches
Aug 09, 2016
Nicholas Coleman - Painting the Heritage and History of the American West
Aug 05, 2016
Ann Johnston - Protecting Crested Butte's Spectacular Landscapes
Jul 21, 2016
Andrew Skurka - Blazing a New Trail Across the West
Jun 29, 2016
Jim Howell - Conserving and Restoring the World's Grasslands
May 27, 2016
Brady Robinson - Climber, Educator, Outdoor Advocate
May 21, 2016
Lloyd Athearn - Protecting and Preserving Colorado's Highest Peaks
May 07, 2016
Connie Sciolino - Building Stronger & Tougher Outdoor Athletes
Apr 29, 2016
Spencer Williams - From River Guide to Water Innovator
Apr 23, 2016
Erik Glenn - Saving Colorado One Ranch at a Time
Apr 22, 2016