Interview with Diana Rupp from Sports Afield Magazine

Episode Overview In this engaging and wide-ranging conversation, Mike sits down with Diana Rupp, Editor-in-Chief of Sports Afield, for a fun, thoughtful, and insightful discussion. From stories of Diana as an eight-year-old helping her parents field-dress deer, to her professional journey in outdoor media, the episode traces how a lifelong hunting heritage shaped her worldview. The conversation goes deeper into Diana’s understanding that hunting is the most effective tool for conservation worldwide—supporting wildlife management, habitat protection, and community engagement. With humor, mutual respect, and plenty of authenticity, this episode highlights how tradition, science, and storytelling intersect to help “bring back the wild.” Sponsors of Bringing Back the Wild include Royal Outfitters UK, Life-Form Taxidermy, Zambeze Delta Safaris, and Safari Specialty Importers.