Snakes. Fear. Fascination. And one man determined to change the way South Africa sees them.

In this episode, Gabby sits down with Marik Orrin, better known online as Wild Marik, a snake rescuer, educator, storyteller and myth-buster whose days are filled with cobras in kitchens, puff adders on pathways, and the huge task of replacing fear with understanding.

From heart-stopping rescues to the 2200-kilometre journey he took just to see one dream species, Marik opens up about the world of reptiles, the ethical line that content creators must walk, and the responsibility that comes with holding one of nature’s most misunderstood animals.

This episode is equal parts wild adventure and grounded conservation wisdom. If you’ve ever been afraid of snakes, curious about them, or simply fascinated by people who dedicate their lives to the creatures others run from, this conversation will stay with you.

Welcome to a world where fear becomes fascination and where every rescue is a story worth telling.

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Intro and outro music by Tony ZA https://soundcloud.com/tonyofficialza