This episode comes from an interview we did with Dr. Shawn Riley in preparation for a mountain lion hunt. Dr. Riley is a wildlife ecologist and management expert with over 45 years of boots-on-the-ground experience. From his early days tracking coyote-deer dynamics in Montana’s Missouri River Breaks to leading the charge in the human dimensions of wildlife management, Dr. Riley brings a ton of knowledge and experience to the table. He breaks down the science and the human side of hunting one of North America’s most elusive predators: mountain lions.   We also cover: - How human values and perceptions shape mountain lion management - The practical role of houndsmen and hunters in understanding big cats - What top predators like cougars mean for ecosystems—and why balance matters - The myths and realities of lion behavior in the wild   Follow us here: 🔹 https://www.instagram.com/thefairchase/ 🔹 https://www.facebook.com/fairchaseofficial/ 🔹 https://www.linkedin.com/company/thefairchase/ 🔹 https://x.com/TheFairChase1   SAVE 30% on TUO Gear! Promo code: TFC30 🔗 https://bit.ly/40yj1gL