https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/extermination-of-the-american-bison--6900374enHistoryCopyright Science Storieshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b15345d71166a3b4c93f1bd298c991fc.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/extermination-of-the-american-bison--6900374Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:18:28 +0000William T. HornadayScience Storiesspreaker32@podcastlibrary.orgThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...falsee8f2cb41-3eec-540c-964d-f94f58174d40episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/journey-of-alvar-nunez-cabeza-de-vaca-alvar-nunez-cabeza-de-vaca--74174961https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74174961Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:46 +0000William T. Hornaday"Journey of Alvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca" chronicles the remarkable experiences of the Spanish explorer as he navigates the vast and often treacherous landscapes of North America. This compelling narrative highlights themes of survival, resilience, and...15550ezfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/treatise-of-modern-falconry-james-campbell--74118452https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74118452Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:33 +0000William T. Hornaday"Treatise of Modern Falconry" by James Campbell offers a comprehensive exploration of the art and practice of falconry, delving into its techniques, ethics, and the deep bond between falconers and their birds. This work serves as both a guide for...18999falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/age-of-reason-thomas-paine--74075643https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74075643Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:08:05 +0000William T. Hornaday"Age of Reason" by Thomas Paine is a seminal work that challenges traditional religious beliefs and advocates for reason and rational thought as the foundation of understanding the world. Paine's exploration of faith and skepticism invites listeners...29536falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shadowland-september-1919-various--74024541https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74024541Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:08:06 +0000William T. Hornaday"Shadowland September, 1919-Various" invites listeners to explore a pivotal moment in history, capturing the essence of a world on the brink of change. This audiobook delves into the themes of loss and transformation, reflecting on the impact of human...14999falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bird-study-book-thomas-gilbert-pearson--73973888https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73973888Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:37 +0000William T. HornadayThe "Bird Study Book" by Thomas Gilbert Pearson is a comprehensive exploration of ornithology, delving into the fascinating world of birds and their behaviors. This work is significant today as it underscores the importance of understanding and...14495falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/christmas-every-day-and-other-stories-told-for-children-william-dean-howells--73921762https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73921762Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:09:42 +0000William T. Hornaday"Christmas Every Day and Other Stories Told for Children" by William Dean Howells is a delightful collection that captures the spirit of childhood wonder and the magic of the holiday season. Through charming narratives, Howells explores themes of...7505falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wild-animals-i-have-known-ernest-thompson-seton--73817779https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73817779Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:01:50 +0000William T. Hornaday"Wild Animals I Have Known" by Ernest Thompson Seton offers a captivating exploration of the lives of various wild animals, blending vivid storytelling with a deep appreciation for nature. Seton's keen observations and empathetic portrayals reveal the...14801falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bible-asv-18-job-american-standard-version--73784930https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73784930Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:01:47 +0000William T. HornadayThe Book of Job, found in the American Standard Version of the Bible, explores profound themes of suffering, faith, and divine justice. It tells the story of Job, a man tested by extreme hardship and loss, yet who grapples with his faith in the face...8853falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-092-various--73753083https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73753083Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:01:42 +0000William T. Hornaday"Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 092-Various" presents a compelling array of essays that delve into significant themes and events, with a notable focus on the "Extermination of the American Bison." This collection underscores the profound impact of...25527falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bransford-of-rainbow-range-eugene-manlove-rhodes--73726429https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73726429Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:01:44 +0000William T. Hornaday"Bransford Of Rainbow Range" by Eugene Manlove Rhodes invites listeners into a vivid portrayal of life in the American West, capturing the essence of frontier spirit and resilience. This tale reflects the enduring themes of adventure, community, and...20021falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/farewell-to-arms-ernest-hemingway--73705630https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73705630Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:01:44 +0000William T. Hornaday"Farewell to Arms" by Ernest Hemingway is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the harsh realities of war. Set against the backdrop of World War I, it delves into the emotional turmoil experienced by those caught in the conflict, highlighting the...30083falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/we-of-the-never-never-jeannie-gunn--73685700https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73685700Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:01:44 +0000William T. HornadayWe of the Never-Never by Jeannie Gunn is a captivating exploration of life in the Australian outback, where the author paints a vivid picture of the landscape, culture, and challenges faced by those who inhabit it. This timeless work delves into...30022falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rebellion-joseph-patterson--73662992https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73662992Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:01:54 +0000William T. Hornaday"Rebellion-Joseph Patterson" delves into the themes of defiance and the struggle for identity in the face of overwhelming odds. This compelling narrative captures the essence of rebellion, exploring the motivations and consequences that come with...24106falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/goody-naughty-book-sarah-cory-rippey--73642452https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73642452Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:01:46 +0000William T. Hornaday"Goody-Naughty Book-Sarah Cory Rippey" invites listeners into a whimsical exploration of childhood behavior through engaging narratives. This delightful work captures the essence of youthful mischief and virtue, reflecting on the balance between good...2650falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-059-various--73607199https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73607199Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:40:01 +0000William T. Hornaday"Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 059-Various" presents a compelling exploration of significant themes through a curated selection of essays and articles. Among the featured works is "Extermination of the American Bison," which delves into the...18352falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/treasure-kathleen-norris--73575117https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73575117Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:50:54 +0000William T. Hornaday"Treasure" by Kathleen Norris invites listeners into a profound exploration of faith, identity, and the search for meaning in life. Through her evocative prose, Norris delves into the complexities of human experience, urging us to reflect on what we...11386falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/treatise-of-modern-falconry-james-campbell--73540971https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73540971Thu, 06 Aug 2026 06:47:05 +0000William T. Hornaday"Treatise of Modern Falconry" by James Campbell offers a thorough exploration of the art and practice of falconry, delving into its techniques, traditions, and the deep bond between falconer and bird. This work is a significant contribution to the...18999falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/032-part-iii-chapter-4-the-smithsonian-expedition-for-museum-specimens-the-mounted-group-in-the-national--70452062https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70452062Sat, 07 Mar 2026 10:00:19 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...558advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/031-part-iii-chapter-3-the-smithsonian-expedition-for-museum-specimens-the-hunt-continued--70452061https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70452061Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:00:21 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1189advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/030-part-iii-chapter-2-the-smithsonian-expedition-for-museum-specimens-the-hunt--70452060https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70452060Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:00:26 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1332advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/029-part-iii-chapter-1-the-smithsonian-expedition-for-museum-specimens-the-exploration--70452057https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70452057Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:28:46 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...998advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/028-part-ii-chapter-7-preservation-of-the-species-from-absolute-extinction--70452026https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70452026Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:28:44 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...346advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/027-part-ii-chapter-6-effects-of-extermination--70452010https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70452010Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:28:43 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...389advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/026-part-ii-chapter-5-completeness-of-the-extermination--70451984https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451984Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:28:42 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1030advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/025-part-ii-chapter-4-congressional-legislation-for-the-protection-of-the-bison--70451949https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451949Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:28:40 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1630advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/024-part-ii-chapter-3-the-progress-of-the-extermination-continued--70451895https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451895Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:28:36 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...2171advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/023-part-ii-chapter-3-the-progress-of-the-extermination-continued--70451848https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451848Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:28:33 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1113advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/022-part-ii-chapter-3-the-progress-of-the-extermination-continued--70451803https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451803Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:28:29 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1282advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/021-part-ii-chapter-3-progress-of-the-extermination-continued--70451770https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451770Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:28:26 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1094advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/020-part-ii-chapter-3-progress-of-the-extermination--70451745https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451745Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:28:23 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...433advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/019-part-ii-chapter-2-methods-of-slaughter-continued--70451725https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451725Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:28:22 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1337advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/018-part-ii-chapter-2-methods-of-slaughter-continued--70451707https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451707Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:28:18 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1686advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/017-part-ii-chapter-2-methods-of-slaughter--70451689https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451689Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:28:15 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1213advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/016-part-ii-chapter-1-causes-of-the-extermination--70451675https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451675Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:28:12 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...206advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/015-part-i-chapter-9-the-present-value-of-the-bison-to-cattle-growers--70451668https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451668Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:28:11 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1757advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/014-part-i-chapter-9-the-present-value-of-the-bison-to-cattle-growers--70451650https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451650Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:28:08 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1598advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/013-part-i-chapter-8-the-value-of-the-buffalo-to-man--70451637https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451637Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:28:05 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...2031advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/012-part-i-chapter-8-the-value-of-the-buffalo-to-man--70451614https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451614Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:28:01 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1618advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/011-part-i-chapter-7-the-mental-capacity-and-disposition--70451598https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451598Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:27:57 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1092advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/010-part-i-chapter-6-the-food-of-the-bison--70451587https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451587Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:27:55 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...789advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/009-part-i-chapter-5-the-habits-of-the-buffalo-continued--70451575https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451575Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:27:53 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1166advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/008-part-i-chapter-5-the-habits-of-the-buffalo--70451566https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451566Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:27:50 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...996advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/007-part-i-chapter-4-character-of-the-species-continued--70451556https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451556Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:27:48 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1691advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/006-part-i-chapter-4-character-of-the-species-continued--70451549https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451549Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:27:45 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1415advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/005-part-i-chapter-4-character-of-the-species--70451535https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451535Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:27:42 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1578advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/004-part-i-chapter-3-abundance--70451525https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451525Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:27:38 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1191advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/003-part-i-chapter-2-geographic-distribution--70451515https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451515Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:27:35 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...1855advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/002-part-i-chapter-1-discovery-of-the-species--70451504https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451504Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:27:32 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...768advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-prefatory-note--70451499https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70451499Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:27:30 +0000William T. HornadayThe American bison, often referred to as the American buffalo, once thundered across the vast grasslands of North America in staggering numbers. However, by the 19th century, this magnificent species faced near extinction due to rampant commercial...137advocacy,american,bison,conservation,extinction,history,hunting,nature,preservation,wildlifefalsefull