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Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast114. How to Build Community & Create Safe Spaces for LGBTQ+ People (with CJ Greco, Teen Programs Manager at Lincoln Park Zoo) [Pangolin Pride]Today Jack is joined by CJ Greco to explore how to create inclusive, safe spaces for LGBTQ+ people in nature. Jack and CJ discuss the challenges they have faced, how to deal with difficult questions and how they go about inspiring the next generation of conservation leaders. This is the final episode of this year's #PangolinPride celebration. Thank you all so much for your love and support. Please make sure and use the # on socials to send love to all of our amazing guests, they are such wonderful heroes! We love you all - Happy Pride Month 🏳️⚧️💚🏳️🌈Useful Links...2025-06-231h 17
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastI Am A Changemaker: My Journey in Nature Podcasting! [Part of the Conservation Changemakers' Toolkit]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 whole course below...Episode Description: Hello and welcome to the Chester Zoo Conservation Changemakers’ Toolkit! My name is Jack Baker and in this episode, I am going to be sharing my journey in nature podcasting! We will ch...2025-04-2125 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast106. Bringing Beavers Back to London (with Sean McCormack from the Ealing Beaver Project) [Recorded Live @ Global Birdfair 2024]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 take a moment to discuss Sean's favourite under-appreciated bird - the Dunnock! Useful LinksDon't forget to subscribe to the podcast and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok & Instagram! We are @PangolinPodcast 💚You can also follow Jack on X (Twitter) (@onlyjackbaker) and Instagram (@theonlyjackbaker)! Check out The Ealing Beaver Project's Website here: https://theealingbeaverproject.com/Special thanks to Charlie and Oscar from the Global Birdfair team for organising the event - you are fantastic! Music Credits: 2025-03-1728 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast105. Conserving Africa’s Vultures (with Tom Morath from the Hawk Conservancy Trust & Nature's A Hoot) [Recorded Live @ Global Birdfair 2024]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 which has been saving vultures across the Kruger National Park! Useful LinksDon't forget to subscribe to the podcast and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok & Instagram! We are @PangolinPodcast 💚You can also follow Jack on X (Twitter) (@onlyjackbaker) and Instagram (@theonlyjackbaker)! Check out The Hawk Conservancy Trust's Website here: https://www.hawk-conservancy.org/Listen to Nature's a Hoot here: https://www.hawk-conservancy.org/podcast/Special thanks to Charlie and Oscar from the Global Birdfair team for organising the event - you are fantastic! 2025-03-1025 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast104. The Legend of the Iberian Lynx (with Carmen Rueda from CBD Habitat Foundation & The Lynx Connect Project) [Recorded Live @ Global Birdfair 2024]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 individuals, and why so much of this work is actually all about the rabbits! Useful LinksDon't forget to subscribe to the podcast and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok & Instagram! We are @PangolinPodcast 💚You can also follow Jack on X (Twitter) (@onlyjackbaker) and Instagram (@theonlyjackbaker)! Check out CBD Habitat Foundation's Website here: https://cbd-habitat.com/en/Special thanks to Charlie and Oscar from the Global Birdfair team for organising the event - you are fantastic! Music Credits: At The Shore by Kevin MacLeod, Link: h2025-03-0325 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast103. Rewilding the Greater Côa Valley (with Pedro Prata from Rewilding Portugal) [Recorded Live @ Global Birdfair 2024]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 we can conserve Portugal's Wolves, Lynx, Black Vultures and Egyptian Vultures! Useful LinksDon't forget to subscribe to the podcast and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok & Instagram! We are @PangolinPodcast 💚You can also follow Jack on X (Twitter) (@onlyjackbaker) and Instagram (@theonlyjackbaker)! Check out Rewilding Portugal's Website here: https://rewildingeurope.com/landscapes/greater-coa-valley/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAwtu9BhC8ARIsAI9JHakRef7m222muliXk_0u8Kl-dJKNOsJNk4ufUIlhBvwR-lqlWmXTQ4IaAu2wEALw_wcB Special thanks to Charlie and Os2025-02-2428 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast99.5. World Lemur Day 2024! (with Lynne Venart, Director of the Lemur Conservation Network)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 help protect these amazing animals! This includes card games, bioacoustics work, reforesting, education programmes, and new camera trapping projects!
Jack and Lynne also discuss how you can get i...2024-10-241h 09
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast99. Queer is Natural! (with Christine Wilkinson - Conservation Biologist, Carnivore Ecologist & Science Communicator) [Pangolin Pride]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, and some examples of queerness from the natural world!
That means they get to discuss...
Lizards that reproduce all on their own!
Fish who can change sex!
Lesbian Seagulls which helped change the law!
Same Sex se...2024-06-241h 03
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast98. Designing Dublin Zoo's Conservation Master Plan! (with Andrew Mooney, Conservation & Research Officer at Dublin Zoo) [Pangolin Pride]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 organisation is working with all kinds of groups from the public to policy makers to ensure that conservation is always on the agenda.
Finally, the duo also discuss increasing accessibility to the conservation sp...2024-06-2052 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast97. This Episode is Fire! (with Kendall Calhoun, Postdoctoral Researcher at UCLA) [Pangolin Pride]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 to respond the changes in fire patterns, and how these fires impact incidences of human-wildlife conflict!
Make sure to share your thoughts on social media using #PangolinPride 💚🏳️🌈
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Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast95. Providing Knowledge, Power & Hope Through Environmental Education (with Alerick Pacay of 'Seeds of the Ocean', & Tomás Teicher of 'Conciente Colectivo') [Pangolin Pride]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 the things they have learned as educators; what challenges they have faced; how education is different in the UK, Argentina and Guatemala; and how they first became inspired to connect with nature!
Make sure to share your thoughts on social m...2024-06-101h 13
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReZOO #28: Parc Zoologique de Paris & La Ménagerie, le zoo du Jardin des Plantes!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 are home to incredible creatures! The Ménagerie features Amur Leopards, Orangutans, Cassowaries, Warty Pigs, Gorals and all kinds of reptiles. The Parc Zoologique has everything from Sifakas to Manatees.
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Don't forget to subscribe to the podc...2024-05-201h 09Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast92. The Power of the Pangolin (with Kelsey Prediger - Founder of the Pangolin Conservation & Research Foundation)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 government policy to protect the pangolin, and remained one of the coolest, nicest people in the conservation space!
Jack and Kelsey talk all about her work, what keeps her inspired, and another one of her favourite under-appreciated species... the A...2024-05-1344 minPangolin: The Conservation Podcast91. International Chameleon Day! (with Chris Anderson & Fano Ratsoavina from the IUCN Chameleon Specialist Group)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 surrounding chameleons, celebrate their uniqueness and tell you all about how you can help to protect them!
They also discuss how you can celebrate International Chameleon Day, discover what made Chris and Fano fall in love with Chameleons in the first p...2024-05-061h 01
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReZOO #27: Prague ZooLast 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 is an honour to tell you all about it!
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Jack and Toryn also discuss the importance of respect and nuance in conservation, the dangers of twitter for communicating science, and how we can all get a little bit more into nature just by learning about it!
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Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast89. The World of the Wolf (with Martha Hunt Handler, Board President of the Wolf Conservation Center)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 also chat about the work of the Wolf Conservation Center and how they use education to inspire budding conservationists and break down the stereotype of the big, bad, wolf!
Finally, Martha talks about her book...2024-04-1551 minPangolin: The Conservation Podcast88. 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)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 conversation revolves around the UK context, the advice is really transferable. So, no matter where you are, get ready to listen, take notes, and fall in love with local wildlife!
Jack and Emma also discuss her lov...2024-04-011h 01
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReading 'Blue' By Alicia Hayden (A Poem from 'Multi-Coloured Ghost Towns')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 work is incredible. Please follow her on Instagram and pick up a copy of her book if you can!
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Follow Alicia on Instagram: @aliciahaydenwildlife
Music Credits: "Cambodian Odyssey" Kevin MacLeod (in...2024-03-2903 min
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReading 'Swimming Laps' By Alicia Hayden (A Poem from 'Multi-Coloured Ghost Towns')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 nature.
Alicia’s work is incredible. Please follow her on Instagram and pick up a copy of her book if you can!
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Follow Alicia on Instagram: @aliciahaydenwildlife
Music Credits: "Cambodian Odyssey" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), Licensed under Creative...2024-03-2803 min
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReading 'Something Very Gentle' By Alicia Hayden (A Poem from 'Multi-Coloured Ghost Towns')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 between person and dog.
Alicia’s work is incredible. Please follow her on Instagram and pick up a copy of her book if you can!
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Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok & Instagram! We are @PangolinPodcast 💚
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Follow Alicia on Instagram: @aliciahaydenwildlife
Music Credits: "Cambodian Odyssey" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), Licensed und...2024-03-2703 minPangolin: The Conservation Podcast87. What is Wildlife Artivism? (with Alicia Hayden - Creative Conservationist, Artist, Poet & Author of 'Multi-Coloured Ghost Towns')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 and BTO, and how she has written and published 3 collections of poetry!
Alicia's third collection, 'Multi-Coloured Ghost Towns', is out now!
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Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and follow us on Twitter, ...2024-03-251h 14
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast86. The Tale of the American Red Wolf (with Craig Standridge, Nature Engagement Curator for the North West Trek Wildlife Park)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 Program, The US Fish and Wildlife Service, and the Revised Recovery Plan for the American Red Wolf!
Jack and Craig also talk a lot about outreach, respect for local communities and how to creatively e...2024-03-1859 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast85. Embracing Invertebrates & Unlearning Our Biases (with Jasmine Isa Qureshi - Author, Researcher, Poet, Bee Enthusiast and Founder of 'Soil To Sky')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 Jasmine also discuss identity, inclusivity and how they hope to create a more diverse and effective conservation space through their work. This will involve the challenging process of unlearning our biases and asking so...2024-03-111h 12
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastExploring 'Colouring for Conservation' by Rae Landriau [Bonus Episode]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 themselves or escape their eco-anxiety in a creative and fun way.
This is an incredible project, so please make sure and support Rae's work!
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Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and follow...2024-03-0703 minPangolin: The Conservation Podcast84. Colouring for Conservation (with Rae Landriau, Founder of Create Change Collective & Member of the NAAEE 30 Under 30)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 Climate Connections Zine. PLUS, they talk all about her latest project Colouring for Conservation!
Jack and Rae also have discuss why they found themselves drawn into nature as kids, and how eco-anxiety impacts them. We a...2024-03-041h 13
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReZOO #26: Rotterdam Zoo (Diergaarde Blijdorp)While in the Netherlands, Jack and Jodi made a special trip to Rotterdam to visit it’s incredible zoo! Knowing that this collection was home to Pallas’ Cats, Amur Leopards, Toucans, Gorillas and a WHOLE AQUARIUM, they had very high expectations. Thankfully Rotterdam exceeded their wildest dreams!
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Music Credits
Adding The Sun by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5708-adding-the-sun
License: https://filmmusic.io/standa2024-03-011h 28
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReZOO #25: ARTISOn today’s episode Jack & Jodi ReZOO the incredible ARTIS! Found right in the heart of Amsterdam, this incredible collection is home to everything from Elephants to Spoonbills. Having both been before, Jack and Jodi had high expectations for their visit – time to find out if they where met!
*THIS EPISODE WAS RECORDED BEFORE THE NEW LION HABITAT WAS OPENED. WE HOPE TO BE ABLE TO UPDATE WITH ADDITIONAL THOUGHTS SOON*
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Instagram: @t...2024-02-161h 33
The Crowded HourJack BakerMy brother, Jack Baker, is in town from Los Angeles and joins The Crowded Hour to go discuss how he lives his perfect day once each year, the ins-and-outs of Little League glory, and how he's about to open the first Massachusetts-style bar pizza place in California. 2024-01-271h 53
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast83. A Great Big Happy Recap of Conservation in 2023! [New Year Special]Happy New Year! Today Jack looks back on all of the year’s best conservation stories. That means we get to talk about everything from Redwoods to Manta Rays, from Echidnas to Puffins!
Jack also discusses his personal highs and lows, makes some New Year’s Resolutions and reflects on what he wants to see in 2024!
Thank you so much for an amazing 2023! ✨
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Make sure to follow Connor & Steph's Podcast, 'Plenty Plenty Zoo Zoo', and follow Ali...2023-12-2756 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast82. The Pangolin Holiday Spectacular 2023: A Christmas Q&Sleigh!Are you having a Giraffe! It's Christmas again already?!
We are back for our annual Christmas Special and this year it's just family. So, Jack sits down in front of a roaring fire, with a big mug of hot chocolate, and answers your burning questions! (some details about hot chocolate and fire may be exaggerated 👀)
Have you ever wondered...
What is Jack's favourite Dinosaur?
If Taylor Swift was an animal, which animal would she be?
Which Christmas movie makes Jack sob every time he watches it?
Well, you are about to find out - w...2023-12-271h 03
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReZOO #25: The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum (with Connor Davies)Welcome back to 'ReZOO: The Zoo Review Podcast'! Today Jack is joined by Connor Davies to discuss a zoo which promises to ‘turn your idea of a museum inside out’ – the absolutely glorious Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum!
Set in the beautiful desert of Arizona, this Museum contains a Zoo, Botanical Gardens, Art Gallery, Natural History Museum, and Aquarium! It is home to everything from Bobcats to Hummingbirds. It showcases plants from across the region. It has more reptiles than you could ever count. It is arguably the most impressive zoo we have ever ReZOOed!
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This episode was produced in collaboration with the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation. If you are feeling generous and listening to this the week it comes out (the 27th of November 2023), then please consider donating to the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation’s ‘Big Give Campa...2023-11-2759 min
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReZOO #24: Reid Park Zoo (with Connor Davies)Today, Jack is joined by guest host Connor Davies to discuss the absolutely wonderful Reid Park Zoo. Found in Tucson, Arizona, this incredible little collection boasts an impressive array of species from around the world.
Jack and Connor discuss the zoo's conservation programmes, Africa & South America Trails, and future plans for development!
Some of the animals discussed include elephants, bears, lemurs, otters, lions, jaguars, tapirs and capybara!
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Twitter: @only...2023-11-131h 40
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReZOO #23: Phoenix Zoo (with Connor Davies)Welcome back to 'ReZOO: The Zoo Review Podcast'! Today, Jack is joined by guest host Connor Davies to discuss the incredible Phoenix Zoo. They chat all about the zoo's Arizona Trail, Conservation Work, Development Projects and what makes it truly spectacular!
They also discuss amazing species such as Pronghorns, Crested Screamers, Toucans and Siamangs!
As always the episode concludes with two stars and a wish, plus Jack shares some top tips on how to survive in the Arizona Sun as a Scottish Person!
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Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast78. Walking With Gorillas! (with Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, Uganda's First Wildlife Vet)Today Jack is joined by Dr Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, Uganda’s first wildlife vet and author of 'Walking with Gorillas'! She is here to tell us about her journey from a little girl who would play with the neighbours Ververt Monkey, to a world leading One Health scientist who has worked with some of the absolute best in the business (including Dr. Jane Goodall!)
The duo also talk about Gladys's organisation, Conservation Through Public Health; the essentiality of interdisciplinary working; the importance of working with communities and government stakeholders; and how tourism has changed since the COVID-19 Pandemic!...2023-07-101h 19
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast77. Revisiting the Land of the Lemurs (with Lucía Rodríguez Valverde) [Produced in Collaboration with the Lemur Conservation Network]Welcome back to the Land of the Lemurs! Today we are revisiting one of our old episodes and celebrating all things Madagascar. Jack is joined by Lucía Rodríguez Valverde (The Director of the Lemur Conservation Network) to chat all things Lemur! She gives us an introduction to the incredible wildlife of Madagascar as well as the conservation work that is currently going on there. If you want to learn more about lemurs, then this is the perfect introduction!
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Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast76. How to Become an Expert Environmental Educator! (with Tobby Odhacha)Today Jack is joined by Tobby Odhacha, an environmental educator whose work in Kenya earned him a spot on the NAAEE 30 Under 30 Environmental Education List! He is here to share how he fell in love with nature and how watching his mother cultivate her own green space inspied him.
As well as that, Tobby gives a step-by-step guide on successful environmental education. He teaches us...
How to educate,
What you need,
Where you should go,
And everything else you need to know!
Jack and Tobby also chat about citizen science, botanic gardens, and the incredible...2023-06-261h 09
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast74. The Mabula Ground Hornbill Project! (with Dr. Lucy Kemp, Project Manager & Chair of the IUCN Hornbill Specialist Group)Did you know that some birds act almost like primates? Today Jack is joined by Dr. Lucy Kemp, Project Manager of the Mabula Ground Hornbill Project and Chair of the IUCN Hornbill specialist group! She is here to tell us all about the incredible world of the Southern Ground Hornbill!
The duo chat all about what they are, how Lucy became interested in them, how they are impacted by human and elephant behaviours and their important cultural role! On top of that, they also discuss how the Mabula Ground Hornbill Project is working to protect them from e...2023-06-1252 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast73. Face-to-Face with Painted Dogs & Bat-Eared Foxes! (with Gerry Ellis, Founder of GLOBIO & Host of 'Talking Apes')Today Jack is joined once again by Gerry Ellis, a wildlife photographer and the founder of Globio - an environmental communications non-profit! Last time the duo chatted all about the Great Apes, but today they are focusing on Painted Dogs, Bat-Eared Foxes and what gives them hope!
Gerry also offers Jack a piece of advice that everyone in the conservation sector has heard... have you ever considered getting a real job?
Once you have listened to this, please make sure and check out Jack on Gerry's Podcast 'Talking Apes', you can find the episode here...2023-06-0532 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast72. Great Apes in the Age of the Anthropocene (with Gerry Ellis, Founder of GLOBIO & Host of 'Talking Apes')Can you name the five great apes? This week Jack is joined by Gerry Ellis, a wildlife photographer, podcast host and founder of GLOBIO - a non-profit that creates environmental films and provides training for other conservation organisations on how they can share their story. Starting with a chat about his early career and how he came to fall in love with apes, the duo then move on to discuss how great apes are faring in the age of the Anthropocene. They talk about the struggles these amazing creatures face, their complex stories, and how all of us can m...2023-05-291h 14
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast71. Hyenas & Human-Wildlife Conflict (with Christine Wilkinson)Did you know that you can use your nose to find Hyenas? Today Jack is joined by the absolutely brilliant Christine Wilkinson to discuss the brilliant world of Hyenas! The episode starts with an introduction to this incredible animal and a chat about what makes each of the four different members of hyaenidae distinct (the Spotted Hyena, Striped Hyena, Brown Hyena & Aardwolf).
Then, Jack and Christine move on to talk about fence ecology and human-wildlife conflict. Plus, they discuss some of the creative ways that conflicts have been resolved. This includes working with communities, building specialised farm...2023-05-2257 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast70. Stand Tall for Giraffe! (with Stephanie & Julian Fennessy, The Giraffe Conservation Foundation)Are you ready to stand tall for giraffe? Some of you may remember that 2 years ago we released an episode all about the wonderful world of the giraffe! Well, since this series we are celebrating all things Africa it felt wrong not to include them, and so we are republishing that episode for you all to enjoy... or maybe for you all to discover for the first time!
So, today Jack is joined by the incredible Julian and Stephanie Fennessy from the Giraffe Conservation Foundation to discuss all things giraffe! The trio discuss their incredible work all a...2023-05-0854 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast68. Elusive Orchids & The Importance of Mental Health (with Robi Watkinson, Host of Zoology Ramblings & The Biomes Project)Today Jack is joined once again by the absolutely fabulous Robi Watkinson, to discuss his experiences across the continent of Africa! Last time the duo chatted all about the things they should never tell their parents... like being chased by painted hunting dogs and hanging out of the side of planes!
This time Jack and Robi talk about much more responsible things, like the Masters in Conservation Biology that Robi is studying at the University of Cape Town, the importance of diversity in conservation, and the power that bringing voices from around the world together has!
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Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast67. My Heart is in Luangwa (with Robi Watkinson, Host of Zoology Ramblings & The Biomes Project)Today Jack is joined by Robi Watkinson to chat all about his experiences across South Africa and Zambia! This includes filming out of the side of plane with no doors on, getting slightly too close for comfort with some crocodiles, otter spotting, and the essential but tiresome task of removing invasive Eucalyptus!
The duo also discuss the importance of diversity and seeing yourself in the field of conservation, some of the amazing people who inspire Robi, and why his heart will always remain in the Luangwa Valley... spoiler alert, it has a lot to do with the L...2023-04-1748 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast66. The Okapi Conservation Project! (with Lucas Meers, Program Officer)Today we are finally covering one of Jack's all-time favourite animals - the Okapi! To do this, Jack is joined by Lucas Meers, The Okapi Conservation Project's Program Officer!
The pair begin by chatting about what an Okapi is, and some of the weird and wonderful traits which help them too thrive in their forest home! Then, they discuss how The Okapi Conservation Project is trying to protect these magical creatures with agroforestry projects, education programmes and by better understanding emerging threats such as poaching!
On top of all that, Jack and Lucas also chat ab...2023-04-1051 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast65. The Power of Music for Conservation (with Reekelitsoe "Rex" Molapo, Director of Conservation Music Lesotho)Today Jack is joined by the absolutely brilliant Reekelitsoe "Rex" Molapo! She is here to talk all about the project which she cofounded - Conservation Music Lesotho! This incredible organisation seeks to inspire environmental action using the power of music, so Jack and Rex discuss what that means, how they do it and the impact the organisation has seen so far! Whether you are a professional musician or just someone who loves to sing in the shower, this is a fascinating story!
The duo also chat about Rex’s favourite under-appreciated African animal - the Ibis. They shar...2023-04-0356 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast64. A Photograph Freezes Time (with Cam Whitnall, Paradise Wildlife Park & The Big Cat Sanctuary)Today Jack is joined by the absolutely fantastic Cam Whitnall! Cam helps to run his family's zoos, Paradise Wildlife Park and the Big Cat Sanctuary. You may also may know him from TikTok, Instagram or his TV show 'One Zoo Three'. He is here today to talk about all of that, but also to share his experiences supporting different conservation organisations across the continent of Africa!
So, Jack and Cam chat all about what it was like to visit Ol Pejeta and see the last Northern White Rhinos, why Uganda is one of the most naturally beautiful...2023-03-2745 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast63. The Plight of the Pangolin (with Charles Emogor, Founder of Pangolino)Welcome to Season 5 of Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast! This season we are celebrating the conservation stories of Africa. We will be talking all about the incredible work that goes on across the continent, with some of the most wonderful guests we have ever had on the show. To kick things off we are going back to our roots and talking all about the Pangolin!
That's right, today Jack is joined by Charles Emogor (Founder of Pangolino) to discuss his work with the scaly anteater. Jack and Charles talk all about his awareness raising work, how he promotes...2023-03-2053 min
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReZOO #22: The ReZOOies (A Year in ReZOO)Welcome back to 'ReZOO: The Zoo Review Podcast'! Today, Jack & Jodi are hosting the first ever ReZOOie Award Show. This special episode will celebrate excellence in zoos, with categories recognising their incredible conservation work, visitor experience, habitat design and overall brilliance! This has been a dream since we started the podcast a year ago and we are so excited that we are able to celebrate some amazing organisations now!
We also recap our favourite moments of the year. This includes visiting the baby polar bear at the Highland Wildlife Park, The Chester Zoo Youth Symposium and Jodi...2023-03-131h 12
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReZOO #21: Announcing The ReZOOies!Welcome back to 'ReZOO: The Zoo Review Podcast'! Today, Jack & Jodi are proud to announce that the first ever 'ReZOOies' will be taking place on the 13th of March 2023. This award show will celebrate excellence in zoos, with categories recognising their incredible conservation work, visitor experience, habitat design and overall brilliance!
There will be multiple categories such as 'Best Zoo' and 'Best Aquarium' which will be decided by us, however we also need your help! There are two fan voted awards which we want you to contribute to - 'Animal of the Year' & 'Fan Favourite Zoo'! You...2023-03-0310 min
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReZOO #20: Blair Drummond Safari Park (Part 2)Welcome to ReZOO: The Zoo Review Podcast! Today, Jack and Jodi are back to finish their discussion about Blair Drummond Safari Park! Last time we talked all about their international animals and family activities, so this time we are celebrating the amazing African species in their care. Starting with Morag the baby Rhino, the duo then discuss Giraffes, Elephants, Ostriches, Zebras, Chimpanzees, Lions and Lemur Land! Finally, they discuss the drive through reserves, bird of prey demonstration and dinosaurs!
We had a really spectacular day at Blair Drummond and we hope you love learning all about it! 2023-03-0157 min
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReZOO #19: Blair Drummond Safari Park (Part 1)Welcome back to ReZOO: The Zoo Review Podcast! Today, Jack and Jodi are talking all about Scotland’s only Safari Park, Blair Drummond Safari Park! Found just outside of Stirling, this Africa-centric collection also features some of our favourite species from across the globe, including Tigers, Llamas and Camels!
This wonderful park is filled with iconic African animals, as well as classic family favourites. Some of the species discussed include Southern White Rhinos, Chimpanzees, Lemurs, Sea Lions, Goats, Donkeys, Elephants and Giraffes.
Alongside the animal chat, Jack and Jodi also discuss the park's food stalls, pla...2023-02-2754 min
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReZOO #18: Chester Zoo ReZOOnited!Welcome back to ReZOO: The Zoo Review Podcast! On today's episode, Jack and Jodi revisit Chester Zoo to determine whether they where too generous in their first assessment of the park. They discuss what has changed, some of the events they have attended, and why Chester Zoo remains one of the best zoos in the UK.
This episode is broken into 4 sections... Bats, Boats, Babies and Events (sorry we couldn't think of a 4th 'b word'). In the first section they discuss the bat house, which was closed due to COVID-19 the first time they visited. Then t...2023-02-0658 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast62. The Pangolin Holiday Spectacular! (with Ellen Weatherford of ‘Just the Zoo of Us’, Vikram Baliga of ‘Planthropology’, & Ashley Bray of ‘Get Out Alive’) [Part 2]Welcome back to the greatest podcast ever podcasted! Once again, Jack is joined by Ellen Weatherford, Vikram Baliga & Ashley Bray to celebrate the holiday season! This time, Jack and Ellen share their favourite conservation success stories of 2022 and everyone looks forward to 2023 with some New Year’s resolutions!
We begin with Ellen talking all about the Grasshopper Sparrow and a huge area of land which has just been protected in Florida. Then, Jack talks all about the Red Squirrels, Grey Squirrels and Pine Martens of Scotland. Finally, Vikram jumps in with a great story all about prairie do...2022-12-261h 07
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast61. The Pangolin Holiday Spectacular! (with Ellen Weatherford of ‘Just the Zoo of Us’, Vikram Baliga of ‘Planthropology’ & Ashley Bray of ‘Get Out Alive’) [Part 1]Let’s celebrate the holiday season with three wildlife podcasting legends! Today, Jack is joined by Ellen Weatherford of ‘Just the Zoo of Us’, Vikram Baliga of ‘Planthropology’, & Ashley Bray of ‘Get Out Alive’, to look back on their years, celebrate their favourite conservation success stories of 2022, and look forward to 2023 by making some New Year’s resolutions!
To kick things off, everyone suggests new holiday traditions! We all know that reindeer, pine trees and mistletoe nature-based things that play huge parts in festive traditions, but which other plants and animals should come to the party?
Then Ashley an...2022-12-191h 07
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast60. Why Should You Care About Plants? (with Vikram Baliga PhD, Creator of Planthropology)It's the final episode of Season 4! To celebrate the end of this chapter, Jack is joined by the fantastic Vikram Baliga to discuss Plants, PhDs and Podcasts!
The dynamic duo discuss the importance of not letting plants fade into the background, the threats some of Vikram's favourite plants face, and how we can all help to protect these incredible, important beings! This includes chat's about Urban Gardening, Prairies, the Bristlecone Pine, and the power of disconnecting from your phone.
It doesn’t stop there though as the pair also take some time to chat about Jack...2022-10-241h 10Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast59. Archerfish, Social Learning & [This Episode Title is Data Deficient] (with Dagmar der Weduwen & Willow the Cat)This week Jack is joined by Dagmar der Weduwen, a PhD student and Archerfishionando! What that means is she knows all about the wonderful world of archerfish! So, the duo discuss the archerfish's bizarre hunting techniques, why the fish would make excellent firefighters, how clever they are and the threats that they face!
Jack and Dagmar also discuss their shared love of St Andrews; why Dungeons & Dragons is the perfect cure for PhD stress; Social Learning; the importance of mangrove ecosystems; and how the IUCN Red List, while often useful, can also not always be the most...2022-10-031h 08Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast58. The Dangers of 'Monkey TikTok' & How to Post Primate Content Responsibly (with Brogan Mace, Creator of Project Simia)This week Jack is joined by Brogan Mace, the creator of Project Simia! Project Simia is a social media campaign which is looking to promote the conservation of primates, so the duo chat about the issues with how primates are portrayed online. Brogan also helps Jack understand the differences between Apes, Monkeys, Lemurs and other Primates, and in return he tries to convince her that the Orangutan is the greatest of the great apes!
Jack and Brogan also talk about some of their favourite under-appreciated primates. This includes geladas, snub-nosed monkeys and proboscis monkeys (if you're a...2022-09-1956 min
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReZOO #14: Farewell Bristol Zoo (with Connor Davies, Engagement & Learning Presenter)Welcome back to 'ReZOO: The Zoo Review Podcast'! As you may have heard, Bristol Zoo recently closed it's gates for the very last time. Therefore, Jack and Jodi wanted to memorialise this wonderful collection and celebrate the joy it brought them. However, to make this extra special they are going to be doing things a little bit differently!
Instead of covering the usual topics, to start off the episode Jack is joined by the fantastic Connor Davies, one of Bristol Zoo's Engagement and Learning presenters! This dynamic duo discuss the importance and history of this amazing zoo...2022-09-051h 41Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast56. Telling Stories About Telling Conservation Stories (with Stephanie Martin from Step(h)IntoNature)Today Jack is joined by Stephanie Martin, an environmental communicator and the creator of Stephintonature.com, to tell stories about telling stories!
Whether they are fact or fiction, based in reality or totally bizarre, stories have been used for a very long time to communicate important messages and teach people something new. In the realm of conservation storytelling can therefore be an important tool... but it is a tool that must be used thoughtfully and respectfully. Today, Jack and Steph talk about how you can do just that!
They share their experiences with writing stories...2022-08-291h 13Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast53. Florida Woman Explores Threats to Local Wildlife! (with Ellen Weatherford of ‘Just the Zoo of Us’)Ellen Weatherford is back! This week she joins Jack to discuss some of the conservation issues facing her home state of Florida!
The duo discuss the destruction of natural habitats for human development, the division of nature by highways, and the huge invasive species issue… Iguanas, Burmese Pythons and Lion Fish, we are looking at you!
On top of that Ellen talks about how you can decide which American Zoos to support! She is an avid zoo fan, so talks about how to spot a great collection and the differences between the Association of Zoos and...2022-07-1849 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast50. Bringing the Herd Back Together! (50th Episode Q&A Special) (with Felix, Sara, Catherine, Katie, Kees, Eva, Jodi, Tasnia, Andres, Daniel & Penny)Good morning, afternoon or evening everybody and welcome to the 50th episode of Pangolin: the Conservation Podcast! Today we are celebrating this milestone by bringing the herd back together for a special Q&A event! This time, Jack is in the hot seat and his friends, fans, family and previous guests have submitted questions for him to answer.
So, instead of one guest, today Jack will be joined by… Felix Rowan-Young, Sara Baker, Catherine Gemmell, Katie Macfarlane, Kees Groot, Eva Scheiwe, Jodi Mcfarlane, Tasnia Khandaker-Prova, Andres Bräutigam, Daniel Beale and Penny Jacobs! Be warned, this many gue...2022-06-201h 13
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastGood Morning Greece #1: Top 5 Eco-Tourism Tips 🇬🇷Hello everyone and welcome to ‘Good Morning Greece!’ - a mini-series presented by Pangolin! I’m your host Jack Baker and for the next week we are going to be doing things a little differently! Normally, I’m here with a guest telling you all about an under appreciated conservation story, but today and for the rest of the week, I’m going solo and broadcasting live from the shores of sunny Zakynthos. From this gorgeous base I am going to tell you all about some of the fantastic flora and fauna of Greece, creating my conservation love letter to this gl...2022-05-1610 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast46. Guardians of the Red Panda (with Sonam Tashi Lama)This week Jack is joined by Sonam Tashi Lama, the Red Panda Network’s Program Coordinator! Sonam is here to discuss what the organisation is doing within Nepal to help safeguard this incredible species. This includes conversations about their research into Red Panda migration and the threat of dogs. The duo also chat about how the Red Panda Network is helping to empower local communities in the fight to save the Red Panda through their education work and Forest Guardian Programs. Finally, they celebrate the fact that Sonam won a 2022 Whitley Award for his fantastic work!
It is...2022-05-0944 minPangolin: The Conservation Podcast44. Building the Conservation Nation (with Lynn Mento)On today's show Jack is joined by Lynn Mento, the CEO of Conservation Nation! She is here to discuss the importance of diversifying the field of conservation. The pair also talk about how Conservation Nation are helping to do this by elevating under-represented voices, inspiring the next generation, and providing educational opportunities!
On top of that, Jack and Lynn also chat about some of the projects which Conservation Nation support with their grants. These include a wolf conservation project in Yellowstone National Park; a project involving bee fences and elephants; and The Giant Armadillo Conservation Project!
2022-04-2551 minPangolin: The Conservation Podcast43. Surfers Against Sewage (with Less Waste Laura)On today's show Jack is joined by the amazing Laura Young, who may be better known to some of you as Less Waste Laura! She is a climate activist who is passionate about protecting our oceans, and today she is here to tell us about a number of protests that will be going on all across the UK on April 23rd 2022. Organised by Surfers Against Sewage, these protests hope to secure a better, cleaner future for our oceans!
Jack and Laura also make the time to chat about some of the things you can do for our o...2022-04-1838 minPangolin: The Conservation Podcast42. The Koala Manifesto (with Deborah Tabart)This week Jack is joined by the brilliant Deborah Tabart to highlight Australia’s most iconic animal, the Koala! The pair discuss how the Koala has become politicised, the numerous threats that it faces, and how the Australian Koala Foundation is fighting to protect this incredible species. This includes conversations about their work on the Koala Manifesto, Kiss Points and the Koala Protection Act!
Jack and Deborah also discuss how government and industry must do more to protect the Koala, the importance of respecting Mother Nature, and a whole host of other Australian icons such as flying fo...2022-04-1159 minPangolin: The Conservation Podcast37. Conservation Optimism! (with Julia Migné)Today Jack is joined by the Director of Conservation Optimism, Julia Migné! She is here to discuss the power of optimism, and how her organisation promotes positivity through social media, blogs, podcasts, film festivals and so much more! We also discuss how she became interested in telling conservation stories; her time as the 'Science and Conservation Communications Officer' at Chester Zoo; and her work with INKLINE!
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Follow Conservation Optimism on Instag...2022-03-0754 minPangolin: The Conservation Podcast36. Bringing the Zoo to You! (with Lizzie Seymour... and some Gibbons)Today Jack is joined by the amazing Lizzie Seymour, the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland's Learning Technology Officer! The pair discuss what learning technology actually is, how she is integrating it into Edinburgh Zoo, and how during the COVID-19 Pandemic she managed to create the fantastic conservation education platform – ZOOdle! For the unusual animal fans out there, Jack and Lizzie also discuss two of her favourite species – Penguins and Gibbons! If you have ever wanted to hear a gibbons song, make sure and stay tuned!
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Vis...2022-02-2858 min
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReZOO #4: SEA LIFE Loch LomondAre you swimming comfortably? Then let's begin.... 🐟
On today's show Jack and Jodi discuss SEA LIFE Loch Lomond, a small but mighty aquarium on the banks of an iconic Scottish landmark! This fantastic aquarium is filled with amazing and bizarre creatures including a Sea Turtle, Mantis Shrimp, Sea Horses, Pipe Fish & Sharks! It also has an incredible view, cinema, and supports the SEA LIFE Trust! 🐠
Make sure to follow the show on Social Media to keep up to date with our latest news! We can be found on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Linkedin. Just search for @Pa...2022-02-0754 min
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReZOO #3: Chester Zoo (Part 2)Hello and welcome to the second part of our Chester Zoo review! Hosted by Jack Baker and Jodi McFarlane, this show promises to explore, appreciate and highlight the fantastic conservation work of zoos from around the world, while also offering perspective on the visitor experience. Last time we covered everything we discovered at Chester, up to and including our lunch break. Today we are back to discuss the following:
🦜 Red Pandas
🐻 Cheetahs
🦧 Camels & Onagers
🦒 Bats
🦏 Andean Bears & Capybara
🦥 Islands (Cassowary, Warty Pigs, Tree Kangaroo, Tigers, Tapirs, Gibbons, Sun Bears, Binturong, Banteng, Gharial, Orangutang)
🦜 Afr...2022-01-3154 min
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReZOO #2: Chester Zoo (Part 1)Hello and welcome to ReZOO! Hosted by Jack Baker and Jodi McFarlane, this show promises to explore, appreciate and highlight the fantastic conservation work of zoos from around the world, while also offering perspective on the visitor experience. Today, we are turning our focus onto the incredible Chester Zoo! This episode covers everything up to and including, our lunch break, so we discuss the following:
🦜 First Impressions/Gift Shop
🐻 Elephants
🦧 Lions & The Spirit of the Jaguar
🦒 Realm of the Red Ape
🦏 Otters, Flamingos & Penguins
🦥 The Aquarium
🦜 Chimpanzees
🐻 Giraffes, Okapi, Buffalo, Red River Hogs & Dik-Diks2022-01-2459 min
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastReZOO #1: Meet the Team!Hello and welcome to ReZOO: The Zoo Review Podcast! Hosted by Jack Baker and Jodi McFarlane, this show promises to explore, appreciate and highlight the fantastic conservation work of zoos from around the world, while also offering perspective on the visitor experience. In this first episode Jack and Jodi introduce the concept; discuss their favourite things about zoos; and reveal their zoo pet peeves!
As part of this, they discuss their favourite zoos and enclosures. Here are some of the zoos that came up…
🦜 Edinburgh Zoo (RZSS)
🐻 Highland Wildlife Park (RZSS)
🦧 Paris Zoological Park (Parc Zo...2022-01-1731 minPangolin: The Conservation PodcastIntroducing 'Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast' & 'ReZOO'! (Trailer)Welcome to Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast, the show dedicated to exploring the worlds underappreciated and underacknowledged conservation stories. Each week our host, Jack Baker, is joined by a world-leading conservationist to discuss their motivations, passions, projects, and the species that they long to protect!
Additionally, this year, the Pangolin family will be growing even bigger with the launch of Pangolins sister show, ReZOO: The Zoo Review Podcast! Once in a while, Jack will be joined by the amazing Jodi McFarlane to investigate and appreciate the conservation work of zoological collections from around the world - while also o...2022-01-0302 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast34. The Power of Positivity, Optimism & Cher (with Tasnia Khandaker Prova) [New Year Special]Jack is joined by the incredible Tasnia Khandaker Prova to recap the conservation highlights of 2021. The pair discuss Cher, Elephants, 'The New Big 5', Conservation Optimism, and the species that have made comebacks in 2021 (This includes tasmanian devils, lynxes, and gharials). They also discuss their hopes for 2022 and how you can create sustainable and eco-friendly new years resolutions!
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Tasnia works for Obhoyaronno (Bangladesh Animal Welfare Foundation). Make sure to keep up to date with their work by following them on Face...2021-12-271h 10Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast33. Merry Christmas Ya Filthy Animals (with Jodi McFarlane) [Christmas Special]Happy Holidays and welcome to the Pangolin Christmas Special! Today’s festive celebration brings together old friends Jack Baker and Jodi McFarlane to discuss the season of good will; their time working together at various conservation organisations; and how we can all make a difference this holiday season! As part of this discussion the pair share their favourite holiday traditions, what they are grateful for, and some festive conservation stories. Mentioned species include: Angel Sharks, Goats, Tigers, Bantengs, Chimpanzees, Chinese Gorals, Red Pandas, Giant Pandas, Hippos, Giraffes & Sting Rays (also Starfish in relation to the Nativity... it will make se...2021-12-201h 09Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast32. The Plight of the Pangolin: Anniversary Special!One year on from the initial release of 'The Plight of the Pangolin', Jack reflects on the show, how it has grown, and the successes of the last year! He also gives his own little TED Talk about the lessons he has learned in 2021. These include insights on conservation, podcasting, and how to stay motivated. This episode is based on a presentation he gave at the Chester Zoo Youth Symposium in November 2021.
To keep up to date with the show, make sure to follow us on your podcast streaming service of choice and on Social Media (@PangolinPodcast)!2021-12-1327 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast31. World Lemur Day! (with Lucía Rodríguez Valverde)Today Jack is joined by the fantastic Lucía Rodríguez Valverde to celebrate World Lemur Day! The pair discuss what you can do to help lemurs and how you can celebrate this fantastic day. This also happens to be our season finale, so Jack recaps the series and takes some time to thank each of our incredible guests... Lucía, Jessie, Hery, Diamondra, Marni, Seheno, Hervet & Susie (You can check out links to all of their websites below)!
Thank you all so much for your incredible support this season, it means the absolute world. I wouldn't be...2021-10-2917 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast29. Learning to Love Lemurs (with Dr Seheno Andriantsaralaza)Today Dr Seheno Andriantsaralaza is back to tell the story of how she learned to love lemurs! She also discusses her involvement with the charity LemurLove and tells us more about their incredible work. Additionally, Jack tells the story of the moment he bonded with these amazing animals.
Make sure to follow the show on your podcast streaming service of choice and on Social Media (@PangolinPodcast) so that you don't miss out on any of the new episodes!
LemurLove can be found on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram, and @ http://www.lemurlove.org
Finally, thank...2021-10-2213 min
Pangolin: The Conservation PodcastThe Land of the Lemurs (Preview)We are just 1 week away from the launch of Season 3: The Land of the Lemurs! To celebrate, Jack is here to introduce the series and provide you with some exclusive clips from our upcoming episodes with Lucía Rodríguez Valverde, Susie Louis, Marni LaFleur & Seheno Andriantsaralaza! Make sure to follow the show on your podcast streaming service of choice and on Social Media (@PangolinPodcast) so that you don't miss out on any of the new episodes!
LemurLove can be found on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram, and @ http://www.lemurlove.org
Conservation Fusion can be found on...2021-09-1306 minPangolin: The Conservation Podcast19. Sowing the SEEDs of Change (with Lisa Bass)Today Jack is joined by Lisa Bass, the Director of Programmes and Operations for SEED Madagascar. The duo discuss the wonderful mystery which is Madagascar; the impacts of climate change; and the diverse portfolio of work that SEED undertakes, including their work with School Building & Bat Conservation. Perhaps most importantly however, Lisa shines a light on the impact of COVID-19 on the charity, and the ongoing food crisis. While the charity has had huge successes in combatting these issues, the fight continues and they need our support. Please listen, share what you learn, and consider donating to their emergency...2021-08-021h 24Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast18. The Joy Of Conservation (with Tasnia Khandaker Prova)It is our Season Finale! To celebrate, the tables are turned and Jack is put in the hot seat to discuss his career path; the best advice he has ever received; and the people and animals who inspire him. Interviewed by Tasnia Khandaker Prova, the pair also discuss 'The Lion King' and the (few) animals that frighten them. Additionally, more serious issues including the importance of challenging western-centric conservation practices and the food crisis in Madagascar are explored.
Thank you so much for all of your support this season, I am extremely grateful for the appreciation I h...2021-06-281h 27Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast17. Stick Your Neck Out For Giraffe (with Julian & Stephanie Fennessy)Are you ready to stick your neck out for giraffe? On this weeks show Jack is joined by the directors of the Giraffe Conservation Foundation, Julian & Stephanie Fennessy. The trio discuss the foundations beginnings, the challenges of continent-wide conservation, and the struggles and successes of giraffe conservation. If you have ever wanted to know more about animal translocations, working in areas of conflict, or the importance of forming a connection with nature then this is the episode for you!
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2021-06-2156 minPangolin: The Conservation Podcast16. Dolphin Selfies & Invisible Threats (with Tilen Genov)On this weeks show Jack is joined by Tilen Genov (the founder of Morigenos) to discuss his work with cetaceans. Opposed to focusing on whales and dolphins in captivity, the pair discuss recent research (including dolphin facial identification and behavioural differences) and the numerous threats which they face in the wild. This includes conversations about pollution and bycatch.
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Learn more about their work @ https://www.morigenos.org/en/
Music Credits: "Cambodian Odyssey" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), Licensed u...2021-06-141h 03Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast15. The Beginners Guide to Ocean Conservation (With Catherine Gemmell)It is World Oceans Day! To celebrate, Jack is joined by Catherine Gemmell of the Marine Conservation Society. The pair discuss her work and Scotland's incredible seas. They also provide pragmatic advice on how you can get involved in conservation and science (even if it isn't your strong point). The Marine Conservation Society is one of the most prominent ocean focused charities in the UK, and so their advice is really something to live by!
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Learn more abou...2021-06-0854 minPangolin: The Conservation Podcast14. The Sea & Me (World Oceans Day Special)On this weeks show Jack celebrates World Oceans Day by telling listeners about how he formed a connection with the ocean. Encouraging listeners to get out and explore their local beaches, Jack mentions species including Seals, Dolphins, Sharks, Rays and Crabs.
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Music Credits: "Cambodian Odyssey" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License, http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ At The Shore by Kevin MacLeod, Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3389-at-the-shore License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Monkoto by Kevin MacLeod, Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io...2021-06-0709 minPangolin: The Conservation Podcast13. For The Love Of Dog (with Tasnia Khandaker Prova)In the longest episode so far Jack is joined by one of his closest friends Tasnia Khandaker Prova, to discuss her work with the Street Dogs of Bangladesh. After a light hearted chat about how they met, the pair discuss why they want to work with/for animals, the work Tasnia has done with Obhoyaronno, and the struggles associated with being a woman in conservation. This discussion provides something to think about regarding both how we treat animals, and how we treat one another.
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Follow Obhoyaronno on Twitter & In...2021-05-311h 14Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast12. The Wildlife Wombles (with Carolyn Cornfield & Jasper Hughes)This week Jack is joined by Carolyn Cornfield (Caberfeidh Horizons) & Jasper Hughes (The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland/Highland Wildlife Park) to discuss the Wildlife Wombles! Based in the Scottish Highlands, this collaborative project makes outdoor work an accessible option for members of the local community. The trio discuss how the wombles began, their important work, and how you can get involved in a project like this!
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Learn more about their work on their website: http://caberfeidhhorizons.com
Music...2021-05-2443 minPangolin: The Conservation Podcast11. How to Build a Zoo (with Michael Knight)On this show Jack is joined by Michael Knight, one of the Directors of Fife Zoo. Having founded a new zoo, Michael provides insights into what this experience is like; what sorts of species he cares for; and what the role of zoos should be in the modern age. This episode features discussions on species including Grevy's Zebra and De Brazza's Monkey.
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Learn more about their work on their website: https://fifezoo.co.uk
Music Credits: "Cambodi...2021-05-1738 minPangolin: The Conservation Podcast10. Bringing Bison Back to Britain! (with Vicki Breakell of the Wilder Blean Project)Bison are back?! On this weeks show Jack is joined by Vicki Breakell of the Wildwood Trust to discuss the reintroduction of Bison to a contained area of the English countryside. While the conversation focuses on the Wilder Blean Project and Bison, other topics such as Water Vole conservation, rewilding, and the effect of COVID-19 on peoples appreciation of nature are explored.
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Learn more about the Wilder Blean Project here: https://www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk/wilderblean
Learn more...2021-05-1053 minPangolin: The Conservation Podcast9. The Giant Armadillo Conservation Project (with Dr Arnaud Desbiez)Welcome to Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast! To kick off Season 2 Jack is joined by Dr Arnaud Desbiez, the founder of the Giant Armadillo Conservation Project. While discussing his life, his passion for conservation, and his essential work in the Pantanal, Arnaud shines a light on a species which is often under-appreciated - the Giant Armadillo. Additionally, the pair discuss how you can help conservation organisations around the world, no matter where you are!
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Le...2021-05-031h 05Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast8. World Pangolin Day & Season 2 AnnouncementHappy World Pangolin Day! In this episode Jack celebrates this important day by announcing that a second season of the show will be launching later this year. As well as this, Jack explains the shows new name and concept, and encourages listeners to share the podcast with as many people as they can.
Article on Awareness Days by Marcus Tua, Audrey Tan & Luis Roman Carrasco: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0006320721000549?dgcid=author
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Music Credits: "Cambodian Odyssey" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Co...2021-02-2004 minPangolin: The Conservation Podcast7. Thank You (Season 1 Extras)In this episode Jack welcomes us into the new year by thanking the listeners for their incredible support; acknowledging the work of both the ‘Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’ and ‘Save Pangolins’; and revealing previously unheard outtakes from the show. These moments feature previous guests including: Penelope Jacobs, Jamie Ormiston, Professor Jo Sharp & Dr Morgan Hauptfleisch.
Save Pangolins: https://www.savepangolins.org
Royal Zoological Society of Scotland: https://www.rzss.org.uk/conservation
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Music Credits: "Cambodian Odyssey" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), Licensed under Creative Commons: By...2021-01-1805 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast6. Awareness, Awareness, Awareness (The Plight of the Pangolin)In the final episode of the series Jack meets Penelope Jacobs. The pair dissect the myths surrounding the use of Pangolin in South East Asia and discuss the importance of raising awareness. Following this Jack reflects upon the series as a whole and summarises how each of us can help to fight against the plight of the pangolin.
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Music Credits:
"Cambodian Odyssey" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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At The...2020-12-1539 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast5. The Pangolin & COVID-19 (The Plight of the Pangolin)The COVID-19 Pandemic has swept the globe and caused the world to stop and think. In this episode Jack takes a moment to reflect upon the impacts of this virus on the pangolin. Following this he is joined by Professor Jo Sharp to discuss her work on zoonosis, the One Health initiative (which is being proposed as the solution to the current pandemic), and the power of contextualised working.
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Music Credit:
"Cambodian Odyssey" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0...2020-12-1554 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast4. The World's Most Trafficked Mammal (The Plight of the Pangolin)One of the biggest threats facing pangolin globally is trafficking. After a deep dive into the scale of this issue, Dr Chris Lusk (the Executive Director of the Consortium for Anti-Trafficking Research in Scotland) joins Jack to discuss the complex nature of trafficking, and why she believes the solution to this lies in interagency cooperation.
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Music Credits:
"Cambodian Odyssey" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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At The Shore by Kevin...2020-12-1543 min
Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast3. Threats in the Field & Further Afield (The Plight of the Pangolin)Joined by Kelsey Prediger (a researcher specialising in pangolin), Jack discusses the threats facing the pangolin both in situ and globally. The duo also discuss Kelsey’s work in Namibia, the cultural relevance of the species within the region, and how you can make a difference to pangolin no matter where you are.
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Music Credit:
"Cambodian Odyssey" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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At The Shore by Kevin MacLeod
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Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast2. Ecosystem Engineers (The Plight of the Pangolin)In the second show of the series Jack is Joined by Dr Morgan Hauptfleisch from the Namibia University of Science and Technology to dive deeper into the concept of ecosystem services. Highlighting both the ecological and economic value of the pangolin, the pair contextualise why the protection of the species is crucial.
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Music Credit:
"Cambodian Odyssey" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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At The Shore by Kevin MacLeod
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Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast1. Meet the Pangolin (The Plight of the Pangolin)This week we are introduced to your host, Jack Baker, and our species of choice: the pangolin. After profiling the species, Jack is joined by Jamie Ormiston from the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland. The pair discuss the difficulties of raising awareness about an animal which cannot be kept within zoos.
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Music Credit:
"Cambodian Odyssey" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
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At The Shore by Kevin MacLeod
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