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Podcast: Sportsmen's Empire - Whitetail Hunting
Episode: Hound Dog Network - Wildlife Politics in California: What’s Really Going On?
Description: In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Lori Jacobs, president of California Houndsmen for Conservation, joins the podcast to talk about two critical wildlife bills impacting predator management in California. She shares the tragic story behind Taylor & Wyatt’s Law, details the political challenges facing non-lethal cougar hazing efforts, and dives into Assembly Bill 1038, which proposes the return of bear pursuit with hounds. Lori offers a passionate, behind-the-scenes look at how advocacy, science, and heartfelt persistence are shaping the future of wildlife management—and why it all matters. Whether you're a conservationist, houndsman, or just someone who cares about ethi...