ROCK HILL, S.C. – June 6, 2025 – The Connecting with Conservation (CWC) Podcast is proud to welcome guests from GunBroker.com in a new episode featuring Allen Forkner, vice president of public relations and brand management, and Josh Perrone, advocacy relations manager. They join hosts Jon Gassett of Wildlife Management Institute and Jim Curcuruto of Outdoor Stewards of Conservation Foundation for a conversation on conservation.
Since 1999, GunBroker.com, the largest online marketplace for firearms, ammunition and outdoor gear, has been helping retailers, dealers and manufacturers connect with consumers across the country. More than just a marketplace, GunBroker.com fosters a community of outdoor enthusiasts, bringing together like-minded individuals who share a passion for the outdoors. As part of this commitment, GunBroker.com proudly supports organizations like OSCF through fundraising auctions and awareness campaigns that champion the protection of natural habitats, wildlife and the freedoms that make outdoor traditions possible.
“The work of Outdoor Stewards of Conservation Foundation is critical to the future of hunting, fishing and all outdoor pastimes,” Forkner said. “At GunBroker.com, we are always looking for new, creative ways to help organizations like OCSF thrive, grow and succeed. From a personal standpoint, I appreciate having an opportunity to support the outdoor stewards, who are fighting tirelessly to protect the outdoor pursuits I love.”
No stranger to the booth, Forkner is an experienced podcast host himself. Every week, Forkner discusses firearm history alongside historian Logan Metesh of High Caliber History on the No Lowballers Podcast. They discuss topics such as mobster favorites, collector pieces, wartime weapons, hunting gun history, competition firearms and more.
Season 2, Episode 21 of the podcast featuring GunBroker.com is available on YouTube, PodBean and Apple Podcasts.
“Funding for land, fish and wildlife conservation starts with America’s 60+ million HATS (Hunters, Anglers, Trappers, Shooters) but there are so many more folks involved,” said Curcuruto. “In addition to manufacturers that fund conservation through excise taxes, companies like GunBroker.com play an important role as well and we appreciate Allen and Josh for taking the time to be guests of the podcast.”
The Connecting with Conservation Podcast was created to allow a broad mix of guests from wildlife agencies, industry manufacturers and non-government organizations to share their stories about how they their organizations, support outdoor recreation and conservation. The conversational format, informative guests and compact episodes make it a great addition to any podcast rotation.
Additional featured episodes of the CWC Podcast include:
Season 2, Episode 12: Wildlife conservation with Jim Hellelfinger of AZ Game & Fish Dept.
Season 2, Episode 16: Muzzleloading and more with Alison Hall of Traditions Performance Firearms.
Be sure to subscribe to The Connecting with Conservation Podcast’s YouTube and PodBean channels to be alerted to new episodes that drop weekly.
To become a guest on an upcoming episode of The Connecting with Conservation Podcast, reach out to Dr. Jon Gassett or Jim Curcuruto.
About GunBroker.com
GunBroker.com is the largest online marketplace dedicated to firearms, hunting, shooting and related products. Third-party sellers list items on the site and Federal and state laws govern the sale of firearms and other restricted items. Ownership policies and regulations are followed using licensed firearms dealers as transfer agents. Launched in 1999, GunBroker.com is an informative, secure and safe way to buy and sell firearms, ammunition, shooting accessories and outdoor gear online. GunBroker.com promotes responsible ownership of guns and firearms. For more information, visit: www.gunbroker.com.
About OSCF
Outdoor Stewards of Conservation Foundation (OSCF) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that works with all facets of the outdoor industry to improve cultural acceptance of gun ownership, hunting, fishing, trapping and target shooting. We use research-based communications and engagement programs that help recruit the next generation of HATS (Hunters, Anglers, Trappers and Shooters) and promote the positive contributions HATS make to society. To learn more about OSCF programs; “Fill A Bag While Filling Your Tag,” “Come With!,” “Connecting with Conservation,” “Donate A Deer” and the “Outdoor Industry Communication Council,” please visit www.OutdoorStewards.org, follow @OutdoorStewards on Instagram or contact Jim Curcuruto at (203) 450-7202, [email protected]. Keep up with the latest from OSCF on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.
About Wildlife Management Institute (WMI):
WMI was founded in 1911 by conservation- and business-minded people alarmed by declining wildlife populations. Recognizing the need for dedicated professionals, the founders established a small, independent organization focused on wildlife restoration and habitat conservation. As a private, non-profit (501[c]3) organization, WMI operates from field offices, employing highly skilled wildlife scientists to address critical conservation issues. WMI plays a crucial role in advancing wildlife management through a diverse array of activities. Learn more at https://wildlifemanagement.institute/
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