Best Hawk Conservancy Trust Podcasts (2025)

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112. Finding a Healthy Balance - Volunteering, Learning and Working in the Conservation Sector (with Ruairidh Alexander - MRes Student & Volunteer with RZSS) [Pangolin Pride] 52:51

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Today I am joined by the absolutely brilliant Ruairidh Alexander! Ruairidh is currently undertaking an MRes at Napier University, and works part time as a tutor. However, they also find the time to volunteer for the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland. Ruairidh and I discuss how we can balance having a full time job and being invested and engaged …

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111. What is Queer Ecology? (with Allison Payne & Aspen Ellis from the University of California, Santa Cruz) [Pangolin Pride] 53:44

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Today I am joined by Aspen Ellis and Allison Payne from the University of California, Santa Cruz! We are talking about sea birds, wind farms, elephant seals and the importance of teaching Queer Ecology! If you don’t know what Queer Ecology is, don’t worry, this incredible duo explain it all! Useful Links Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and…

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110. Intersectional Environmentalism & the Power of Community! (with Isaias Hernandez, QueerBrownVegan) [Pangolin Pride] 58:17

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I am so excited to kick off this year's #PangolinPride with someone who I have admired for a very long time – Isaias Hernandez. You may know Isaias for their groundbreaking work as ‘QueerBrownVegan’. It was an honour to sit down and ask them about how they tell environmental stories, how their life led them to this career, and what inspires them! T…

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Announcing 'Songs of the Skies' & Pangolin Pride 2025! 10:12

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Pangolin is coming to Cardiff! I will be on stage interviewing composers, musicians, and conservationists at an incredible concert hosted by Sinfonia Cymru. You can get your tickets here: https://sinfonia.cymru/programme/songs-of-the-skies-world-environment-day/ Also... PANGOLIN PRIDE IS BACK! Useful Links Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast a…

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109. International Chameleon Day 2025 (with Tim Eppley, Chief Conservation Officer for Wildlife Madagascar) 48:11

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May 9th is International Chameleon Day! This year we are celebrating with Tim Eppley, the Chief Conservation Officer of Wildlife Madagascar! We chat about some of the most exciting developments in the world of chameleon conservation, as well as how you can get involved in their protection. We also chat about an amazing range of incredible creatures…

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108. Youth Governance & the Mystical, Magical World of the Hedgehog! (with Lyndon Howson from the Chester Zoo Youth Board) 53:02

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Today I am joined by Lyndon Howson to discuss the importance of youth governance in the conservation field. Lyndon is an accomplished conservationist, who has worked with the Chester Zoo Youth Board, authored his own novel, and spearheaded a hedgehog conservation campaign. He is fantastic and I am so glad you get to hear all about it absolutely bri…

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I Am A Changemaker: My Journey in Nature Podcasting! [Part of the Conservation Changemakers' Toolkit] 25:07

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I recently collaborated with Chester Zoo on something really exciting, their Changemakers' Toolkit! This incredible resource teaches you everything you need to know about how to make waves in the conservation space. This bonus episode is a snippet of the course that I produced on podcasting - I really hope you enjoy! Make sure and check out the who…

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107. The Chester Zoo Changemakers' Toolkit (with Emma Greenwood - Youth Voice & Climate Champion) 51:25

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I recently collaborated with Chester Zoo on something really exciting, their Changemakers' Toolkit! This incredible resource teaches you everything you need to know about how to make waves in the conservation space. Here to discuss the project is Emma Greenwood, a passionate youth voice and climate activist! Emma is incredible! She was a Young Memb…

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106. Bringing Beavers Back to London (with Sean McCormack from the Ealing Beaver Project) [Recorded Live @ Global Birdfair 2024] 28:21

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Welcome to the fourth special episode recorded liveat Global Birdfair 2024. Today, Jack is joined by Sean McCormack from the Ealing Beaver Project to discuss their efforts to bring beavers back to London! Jack and Sean discuss how this project came to be, the challenges it has faced, and the many successes that it has already seen! Plus, the duo ta…

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105. Conserving Africa’s Vultures (with Tom Morath from the Hawk Conservancy Trust & Nature's A Hoot) [Recorded Live @ Global Birdfair 2024] 25:07

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Welcome to the third of four special episodes recorded live at Global Birdfair 2024. Today, Jack is joined by the host of ‘Natures a Hoot’, Tom Morath, to discuss the wonderful world of Vultures. They discuss the joys of working with Egyptian Vultures, the challenges of protecting the Lappet-faced vulture, and the Poison Response Action Campaign wh…

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104. The Legend of the Iberian Lynx (with Carmen Rueda from CBD Habitat Foundation & The Lynx Connect Project) [Recorded Live @ Global Birdfair 2024] 25:42

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Welcome to the second of four special episodes recorded live at Global Birdfair 2024. Today, Jack is joined by Carmen Rueda from the Lynx Connect Project to discuss their work to protect the highly endangered Iberian Lynx. The duo discuss the importance of connection between local communities and the lynx, how the species bounced back from just 100…

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103. Rewilding the Greater Côa Valley (with Pedro Prata from Rewilding Portugal) [Recorded Live @ Global Birdfair 2024] 28:22

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Welcome to the first of four special episodes recorded live at Global Birdfair 2024. Today, Jack is joined by Pedro Prata from Rewilding Portugal to discuss their work in the Greater Côa Valley! Jack and Pedro discuss the importance of coexistence between people and wildlife, how the production of shoes has been assisting rewilding efforts, and how…

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102. Are You Team Moo Deng or Team Pesto? (with CJ Greco, Host of The Birdy Bunch Podcast & Teen Programs Manager for the Lincoln Park Zoo) [Pangolin Holiday Spectacular 2024] 57:54

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It is time to settle the biggest and most controversial debate of the year, are you #TeamMooDeng or #TeamPesto?! To fight it out, I am joined by the Teen Programs Manager for the Lincoln Park Zoo, the host of the Birdy Bunch Podcast and one of the NAAEE 30 Under 30 – the incredible CJ Greco! CJ was here last week talking all about their favourite c…

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101. Recapping the Very Best of Conservation in 2024! (with CJ Greco, Host of The Birdy Bunch Podcast & Teen Programs Manager for the Lincoln Park Zoo) [Pangolin Holiday Spectacular 2024] 50:48

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It is time for the annual PANGOLIN HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR! This year, I am joined by the Teen Programs Manager for the Lincoln Park Zoo, the host of the Birdy Bunch Podcast, and one of the NAAEE 30 Under 30, the incredible CJ Greco! We are going to talk a little bit about their work, their love of puns, and how they came to be one of the BEST environm…

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100. Celebrating the Top 10 Most Under-Appreciated Creatures in the World! (with Robi, Emma, Alicia, Connor, Steph, Natasha, Indy, Tasnia, Toryn, Tomi, Franca, Rae & Jodi) 1:37:31

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Welcome to the 100th Episode of Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast! I cannot believe that we are finally here, and so we are going to spend today celebrating. Firstly, we are going to look back at the last 4 years and reflect on what it means to be here. Secondly, we are going to be ranking the world’s most under-appreciated and misunderstood creat…

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Greetings from Pittsburgh: The NAAEE Conference 2024 Recap! 45:54

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The great Pennsylvanian poet Taylor Swift once asked, “arethere still beautiful things?”. The NAAEE Conference in Pittsburgh proved the answer is a resounding YES! I was lucky enough to be able to attend the North American Association for Environmental Education Conference in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania from the 6th-9th of November 2024! I met the mos…

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LIVE from the Global Birdfair pt.3 with Dr Sean McCormack 35:44

8M ago35:44

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The final episode in the Global BirdFair Series, join Tom Morath as he chats to trained vet, conservationist, presenter and all-round wildlife lover, Dr Sean McCormack about how he got involved working with animals and the community conservation work he’s been spearheading in Ealing in West London. This episode was recorded LIVE at the Global BirdF…

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99.5. World Lemur Day 2024! (with Lynne Venart, Director of the Lemur Conservation Network) 1:09:15

8M ago1:09:15

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It is one of the best days of the year - World Lemur Day! To celebrate, Jack is joined by the Director of the Lemur Conservation Network, Lynne Venart, to discuss all of the most recent progress in Lemur conservation. There are so many incredible, exciting, progressive, and brilliant things going on across Madagascar (and the rest of the world) to …

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Bringing Eagles back to Wales 24:18

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Whether it's by their graceful flight or their keen senses, eagles have captured our imagination for millennia. Golden Eagles and White-tailed Eagles were once thriving in key areas across Wales but have now both been absent for over 150 years. Join Tom as he chats to Dr Sophie-Lee Williams, founder and Project Manager for Eagle Reintroduction Wale…

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LIVE from the Global Birdfair pt.2 with Jenny Weston 28:37

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The next episode in the Global BirdFair Series, join Tom Morath as he chats to Jenny Weston (Senior Species Recovery Officer for the RSPB) about what it takes to support endangered species of birds, what it’s like to monitor wild bird of prey populations and the recovery of the Red Kite. This episode was recorded LIVE at the Global BirdFair - a not…

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LIVE from the Global Birdfair pt.1 with Indy Kiemel-Greene and Katie Monk 27:48

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This month, Tom Morath brings you a very special episode of Nature's a Hoot - recorded LIVE at the Global BirdFair! Join Tom at this celebration of all things feathered, where he'll be chatting to Katy Monk and returning Nature’s a Hoot Guest Indy Greene about their experiences in conservation as young people, their epic challenge to walk from Land…

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Steller's Sea Eagle 22:25

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In the furthest eastern reaches of Siberia, across the remote rocky seacoast and rivers and around the Islands you can find one of the largest species of eagle in the world –Steller’s Sea Eagle. Join Tom as he discovers more about this huge eagle and catches up with James Knight from the Bird Team at the Trust about his journey whilst training Kiar…

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99. Queer is Natural! (with Christine Wilkinson - Conservation Biologist, Carnivore Ecologist & Science Communicator) [Pangolin Pride] 1:03:19

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It is the final episode of Pangolin Pride! This time, Jack is joined by the incredible Christine Wilkinson to discuss how being Queer is Natural! Christine is a researcher, advocate and science communicator with a passion for Queer Ecology. So, Jack and Christine talk about their journey into this world, what queer ecology is and why it matters, an…

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98. Designing Dublin Zoo's Conservation Master Plan! (with Andrew Mooney, Conservation & Research Officer at Dublin Zoo) [Pangolin Pride] 52:35

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Today we are celebrating Dublin Zoo's Conservation Master Plan! Jack is joined by the brilliant Andrew Mooney to discuss how this came to be, what it contains and how it is aiming to create a complete paradigm shift within the organisation! Jack and Andrew also talk about the IUCN Centre for Species Survival which is based at the zoo and how the or…

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97. This Episode is Fire! (with Kendall Calhoun, Postdoctoral Researcher at UCLA) [Pangolin Pride] 54:50

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Today things are heating up as we discuss the impact of fire on wildlife! To do this Jack is joined by the absolutely brilliant Kendall Calhoun, whose work focuses on helping to understand how extreme climactic events, such as Megafires, are impacting wildlife in California. Jack and Kendall discuss climate justice, the ability of different species…

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96. The Story of the Sloth (with Andrés Bräutigam, Veterinary Supervisor at the Toucan Rescue Ranch) [Pangolin Pride] 1:02:50

1y ago1:02:50

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Today Andrés Bräutigam is joining us to tell the story of the sloth! He teaches us how these amazing animals evolved, what makes them special and how we can protect them. He also discusses the day-to-day challenges of being a wildlife vet, and what it is like to work with a really diverse range of species! Make sure to share your thoughts on social…

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95. Providing Knowledge, Power & Hope Through Environmental Education (with Alerick Pacay of 'Seeds of the Ocean', & Tomás Teicher of 'Conciente Colectivo') [Pangolin Pride] 1:13:44

1y ago1:13:44

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Joining Jack today, are Tomás Teicher (Consiente Colectivo) and Alerick Pacay (Seeds of the Ocean)! They are here to discuss the power and impact of environmental education! The three educators will discuss the importance of equipping young people with skills to help protect the environment; how to engage people in environmental education; some of …

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94. The Song of the Gibbon (with Susan Cheyne, Co-Chair of the Borneo Nature Foundation International & Vice-Chair of the IUCN Section on Small Apes) [Pangolin Pride] 52:39

1y ago52:39

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Today we are joined by Susan Cheyne to discuss the singing, swinging story of the Gibbon! Susan is a co-director of the Borneo Nature Foundation International and the Vice Chair of the IUCN section on small apes. She talks about why gibbons sing, how their social groups function, and how we can help to protect them! We also discuss the importance o…

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93. Standing Up Against Homophobia & Transphobia Online (with Allie McGregor, Senior Comms Officer for the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland) [Pangolin Pride] 54:11

1y ago54:11

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Joining us to celebrate #PangolinPride is Allie McGregor, Senior Comms Officer for the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland! Allie is here to discuss how to promote positivity online and how to deal with homophobia and transphobia on social media. Plus, she tells us all about some of her favourite species from New Zealand! Make sure to share your t…

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Harris' Hawk 20:59

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Nicknamed the ‘wolves of the sky’, the Harris’ Hawk is able to collaborate to secure a meal and to boost their chances of evading predators – quite unlike other species of birds of prey. They’re sociable, powerful and agile. These hawks primarily prefer hunting territories of arid scrubland and semi-desert and for much of their recent natural histo…

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Announcing Season 7 - Pangolin Pride! 4:03

1y ago4:03

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I am so excited to announce that for Season 7 of Pangolin we are officially celebrating Pangolin Pride! 💚🏳️‍🌈 For the whole month of June, I will be releasing episodes which celebrate voices and stories from the LGBTQ+ community. I will be joined by wildlife vets, environmental educators, researchers, communications professionals and a whole host o…

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ReZOO #28: Parc Zoologique de Paris & La Ménagerie, le zoo du Jardin des Plantes! 1:09:09

1y ago1:09:09

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On today’s special episode, Jack and Jodi discuss both Parc Zoologique de Paris & La Ménagerie, le zoo du Jardin des Plantes! Having both visited Paris in the last year, they compare the two experiences and say what each of them do well. Which is better, the historical Ménagerie OR the custom built Parc Zoologique? One thing is for certain, both ar…

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92. The Power of the Pangolin (with Kelsey Prediger - Founder of the Pangolin Conservation & Research Foundation) 44:08

1y ago44:08

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It is the Season 6 finale! To celebrate, Jack is joined by one of the first people he ever spoke to on the show, the incredible Kelsey Prediger! When they first spoke 4 years ago, Kelsey was a masters student working on pangolin conservation in Namibia. Since then, she has founded 'The Pangolin Conservation and Research Foundation', influenced gove…

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91. International Chameleon Day! (with Chris Anderson & Fano Ratsoavina from the IUCN Chameleon Specialist Group) 1:01:03

1y ago1:01:03

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Today Jack is celebrating International Chameleon Day with Chris Anderson and Fano Ratsoavina from the IUCN Chameleon Specialist Group! With over 200 different species, chameleons are some of the most incredibly inspiring animals on Earth - you are going to fall in love with them! Today, the group dispel some of the misconceptions people have surro…

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Martial Eagle 22:10

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They’re one of the world’s most powerful eagles. With their long wingspan and at a bulky 4kg or more, the Martial Eagle is also Africa’s largest, dominating the sky they fly in as they take their place as an apex predator. They’re a truly awesome species. The downside though is that they’re under threat. Join Tom as he talks to South African-based …

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ReZOO #27: Prague Zoo 1:30:42

1y ago1:30:42

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Last year Jack and Jodi made a very special pilgrimage to Prague Zoo to visit their pangolins, however what they found was so much more than they could have hoped for! This incredible zoo is home to Spoonbills, Tasmanian Devils, Echidnas, Javan Leopards, Malayan Tigers, Giant Salamanders and SO MUCH MORE! The duo had such an incredible time and it …

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90. A Boar-ing Conversation About Rewilding & Shifting Baseline Syndrome! (with Toryn Whitehead - PhD Student and Member of BES’s Climate Change Special Interest Group) 1:15:58

1y ago1:15:58

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Today Jack is joined by Toryn Whitehead, a PhD Researcher at Kings College London and a member of the British Ecological Society’s Climate Change Special Interest Group! He is here to talk about his research into shifting baseline syndrome, rewilding and feral pigs/wild boar in Scotland! Jack and Toryn also discuss the importance of respect and nua…

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89. The World of the Wolf (with Martha Hunt Handler, Board President of the Wolf Conservation Center) 51:43

1y ago51:43

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Today Jack is joined by Martha Hunt Handler - an author, wolf advocate and Board President of the Wolf Conservation Center! The duo discuss how Martha began her conservation journey, the story of the Mexican Grey Wolf, the tale of Yellowstone National Park and how we can all help to protect these incredible, misunderstood creatures! Jack and Martha…

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African Harrier-hawk 17:05

1y ago17:05

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The African Harrier Hawk is a species of bird of prey withsurprising adaptations - from having a wider visual field to potentially double-jointed legs! Over the last few years, our conservation and research team, alongside scientists from other research institutions have been studying them to find out more. Join Tom as he chats to Dr Simon Poitier …

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88. How to Love & Protect Local Wildlife! (with Emma Hodson - Host of 'Zoology Ramblings' and 'The Biome Project', & Wildlife Champions Assistant for the Avon Wildlife Trust) 1:01:13

1y ago1:01:13

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Today Jack is joined by Emma Hodson – co-host of 'Zoology Ramblings' and 'the Biome Project'! She is here to talk about how we can all act for the nature that surrounds us! This includes taking action in our gardens, learning more about local nature, and using apps like iNaturalist and Merlin Bird ID to form greater connections to nature! While the…

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Reading 'Blue' By Alicia Hayden (A Poem from 'Multi-Coloured Ghost Towns') 3:57

1y ago3:57

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Welcome to the final bonus episode celebrating the work of Alicia Hayden – a creative conservationist, wildlife artist and poet! Her most recent poetry collection, ‘Multi-coloured Ghost Towns’, is a celebration of her life and connection with nature. Today, Jack reads ‘Blue’, a deeply personal poem about the connection between two people. Alicia’s …

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Reading 'Swimming Laps' By Alicia Hayden (A Poem from 'Multi-Coloured Ghost Towns') 3:57

1y ago3:57

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Welcome to the second of three bonus episodes celebrating the work of Alicia Hayden – a creative conservationist, wildlife artist and poet! Her most recent poetry collection, ‘Multi-coloured Ghost Towns’, is a celebration of her life and connection with nature. Today, Jack reads ‘Swimming Laps’, a beautiful reflection on the questions we pose to na…

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Reading 'Something Very Gentle' By Alicia Hayden (A Poem from 'Multi-Coloured Ghost Towns') 3:24

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This week we are celebrating the work of Alicia Hayden – a creative conservationist, wildlife artist and poet! Her most recent poetry collection, ‘Multi-coloured Ghost Towns’, is a celebration of her life and connection with nature. In the first of 3 special episodes, Jack reads ‘Something Rather Gentle’, a poem about the beautiful connection betwe…

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87. What is Wildlife Artivism? (with Alicia Hayden - Creative Conservationist, Artist, Poet & Author of 'Multi-Coloured Ghost Towns') 1:14:21

1y ago1:14:21

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Today Jack is joined by Creative Conservationist, Wildlife Artist, Poet and generally lovely person Alicia Hayden to discuss wildlife artivism. They explain what this is and how it can make science far more accessible! The pair also chat about how Alicia grew up drawing and writing little stories about ants, her work with organisations like the BBC…

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NAAEE Instagram Live: Using Photography, Podcasting & Technology in Environmental Education (with Nina Hamilton from the NAAEE & Anthony Ochieng from TonyWild) 56:48

1y ago56:48

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Welcome to a special bonus episode of Pangolin! Today I sit down with Nina Hamilton from the 'North American Association for Environmental Education' and Anthony Ochieng of Tony Wild to discuss environmental education. The conversation revolves around wildlife photography, podcasting and the importance of sharing our knowledge and love with the wor…

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86. The Tale of the American Red Wolf (with Craig Standridge, Nature Engagement Curator for the North West Trek Wildlife Park) 59:05

1y ago59:05

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Today Jack is talking all things Red Wolf with Craig Standridge, the Nature Engagement Curator for the North West Trek Wildlife Park! He is here to discuss this incredible creature, its story, its future and all of the incredible work that has gone on across the USA to help protect it! This involves discussions of the AZA's American Red Wolf SAFE P…

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85. Embracing Invertebrates & Unlearning Our Biases (with Jasmine Isa Qureshi - Author, Researcher, Poet, Bee Enthusiast and Founder of 'Soil To Sky') 1:12:22

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Today Jack is joined by Jasmine Isa Qureshi, who is – not to set the bar too high - undoubtedly one of the most incredible speakers that we have ever had on the podcast! The duo talk all about where Jasmine's love for nature comes from, their work with organisations such as the Bumblebee Trust, and their love for flat-topped millipedes! Jack and Ja…

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Exploring 'Colouring for Conservation' by Rae Landriau [Bonus Episode] 3:22

1+ y ago3:22

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Jack checks out Rae Landriau's 'Colouring for Conservation' - a colouring book dedicated to raising awareness of climate and conservation issues! Contained within the book's pages are the Bowhead Whale, Beluga, and Lynx... as well as a variety of smaller and crazier creatures. This book is perfect for anyone looking to relax, take a moment to thems…

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84. Colouring for Conservation (with Rae Landriau, Founder of Create Change Collective & Member of the NAAEE 30 Under 30) 1:13:29

1+ y ago1:13:29

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Welcome to SEASON 6 OF PANGOLIN! It feels sooooo good to finally be back - we have so many amazing things in store! To kick things off, Jack is joined by Rae Landriau to discuss her amazing work using unique, brave, and bold awareness raising methods. The duo chat all about her Pollinating Positivity Project, the River Aware Challenge, and the Clim…

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In Conversation With David Oakes 29:27

1+ y ago29:27

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It's no secret, here at the Hawk Conservancy Trust we love talking about birds of prey! But for many species across the world, things are not looking good. It’s arguably never been more important to get excited about nature than it is today. In this episode ofNature's a Hoot, join Tom as he chats to actor, artist and fellow wildlife podcaster David…