 But proponents say the number of wolves in the wild today is proof the program is working. 257. In 1998, there were no wolves in the wild anywhere in the world. That, to me, has got to be measured as a success. I'm Lauren Gilbert. And I'm Sam Dingman. Also today on the show, is there a productive way for white people to talk about whiteness? The controversy over a certain chant by fans of Mexico's national soccer team.