An Unofficial 'The MeatEater Podcast' Reading List
Ep. 874: How To Start A Bison Ranch
May 11, 2026
Description
Books Referenced
Author: Dan O'Brien
Context:
Matt Skoglin described this book as the catalyst for starting his bison ranch, saying it was an 'amazing book' and that reading about Dan O'Brien's pioneering of modern-day field harvesting of bison was 'an instant light bulb moment' that sent them on their path.
Author: Dan Flores
Context:
Matt Skoglin mentioned being endlessly fascinated by the history of bison on the landscape and said Dan Flores's book 'just blew my mind' repeatedly.
Author: Unknown
Context:
Matt Skoglin mentioned he was 'a little late to the game' but was finally reading this book, and referenced a chapter about Pacific Northwest tribes lighting grass on fire to signal salmon to return.