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The MeatEater Podcast

Ep. 766: The Truth About Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD)

Sep 22, 2025 · 2h 30m

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Steven Rinella talks with Mark Ruder , Michael Chamberlain , and Ryan Callaghan . Topics discussed: The premier of MeatEater Sheds ; back to the 101 of what CWD is and the myths surrounding it; it’s just not a hoax; the slow, cryptic nature of the disease; are we still going to be able to grow old, big deer?; how there's no test for live deer; filling up space in the brain stem; high prevalence rates; how the skeptical public wants an answer; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , and YouTube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.