Kurt Russell, Wyatt Discuss Family Hunting Traditions

Kurt Russell and his son Wyatt opened up about their family's deep-rooted hunting traditions during a recent episode of the Table Manners podcast, emphasizing respect for the animals they harvest and a hands-on connection to food that contrasts with modern urban life.

The 74-year-old actor and his 39-year-old son, who share a blended family with actress Goldie Hawn, discussed the practice without apology while appearing together on the March 11 episode. When asked if he felt sentimental about animals, Russell replied, "Well, I thank them for their service." He clarified that "there's no pleasure in the taking of life," but added, "There's great pleasure and honor in taking an animal that feeds you. And I respect that and honor that. And it means a big deal to me. And you know, I make no apologies."

Wyatt, who lives in Colorado, echoed his father's perspective, highlighting the educational value of their upbringing. "One of the things that we've really forgotten, especially my children growing up, you see those things run through your backyard, and you see all kinds of animals, and they're majestic," he said. "But then you go to the grocery store, and it's like 90 percent of the...