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Zoology RamblingsCape Town re-union, Penguins, New Species, More Beavers & Swedish LaplandWelcome to the 21st episode of the Zoology Ramblings Podcast, where Robi and I are actually together in the same place after over a year!
We share some exciting updates about our recently released Rewilding A Nation documentary, Robi's leopard research for his masters thesis and what 2024 of the Wildlife Champions Programme has in store. We talk about some new species discovered in 2023, and I get very excited about seeing the wonderful Cape Pengiuns! As ever, I go on a tangent about some exciting new beaver releases in the UK, and Robi gets festive talking about Swedish...2024-01-0648 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!
2023-04-2444 min
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 PodcastWorld Pangolin Day 2023! (Season 5 Announcement)This World Pangolin Day I am so excited to announce that ‘Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast’ will be returning for Season 5 on the 20th of March 2023! 💚
This upcoming series will be a celebration of the diversity of wildlife and conservation in Africa. We will be celebrating the stories of bizarre species, unique projects and the people who work tirelessly to protect nature across the continent. I cannot wait for you to hear it! 🌍
Guests include the previously announced Cam Whitnall & Robi Watkinson, as well as Rex Molapo (Co-founder of Conservation Music Lesotho), Tobby Odhacha (Environmental Educator) and Charle...2023-02-1804 minZoology RamblingsReturn of the Bison, EU nature laws, Springhare, African finfoot, The 'Beenome' Project and all things RewildingIn Episode 17 of Zoology Ramblings, Robi and I talk about the very exciting imminent return of European bison to the UK, some uplifting new nature legislation in the EU, the weird and wonderful springhare whose fur is biofluorescent, the obscure and illusive African finfoot with bright orange feet, an exciting new project to map bee genomes and we break down the different types of Rewilding. We also share some exciting news about a new Rewilding documentary that we are working on at the moment.
We hope you enjoy our latest ramble. Thanks as always to the lovely A...2022-07-1547 min
Zoology RamblingsDissertations, South Africa Field Course and South African Wildlife ConservationApologies for the complete radio silence for the past 7 months... we have been caught up in our final year at university. We have now finished out last exam at the University of Leeds so we are officially done with our Zoology degrees! In episode 16, we explain where we've been for the past 7 months and talk you through our final year dissertation projects and tell you about our incredible field course in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. We then end this episode by touching briefly on wildlife management and conservation in South Africa. We have been M.I.A for 7...2022-05-2644 min
The Biome Podcast#45 - Wildlife Filmmaking & Conservation with special guest Gordon BuchananIn this episode we welcome a very special guest - the wildlife filmmaker and TV presenter, Gordon Buchanan! Kate, Emma & Robi talk to Gordon about filmmaking, conservation and the future of the planet.Gordon is currently on his UK tour, '30 Years in the Wild'. To purchase tickets to one of his amazing shows, please visit https://www.ents24.com/uk/tour-dates/gordon-buchanan-1Follow us on social media and support us on Patreon to become part of our journey.https://www.patreon.com/thebiomeprojectSupport the show2022-02-0738 min
The Biome Podcast#44 - Eco-Anxiety in the Wake of COP26In this episode of the Biome Podcast, Emma, Robi and Kate talk about their personal experiences with eco-anxiety following the disappointment of COP26.Support the show2021-12-0755 minThe Biome Podcast#43 - What Happened at COP26?In this episode, Robi, Emma and Kate summarise the key events at COP26.Support the show2021-12-0245 min
The Biome Podcast#42 - Coral Restoration with special guest Amélie CarrautIn this episode, Kate sits down with her colleague Amélie to discuss coral restoration. This episode was filmed in the Maldives where Kate is carrying out some vital research.Follow us on social media!instagram.com/the_biome_projectfacebook.com/the_biome_projectwww.biome-project.co.ukSupport the show2021-11-1532 min
The Biome Podcast#41 - Cetaceans in the U.K. with Special Guest Becky DudleyIn the first episode of season 3, Kate, Robi and Emma are joined by special guest Becky Dudley, a marine mammal ecologist, to discuss Cetaceans in the U.K.Support the show2021-11-081h 10
The Biome Podcast#40 - Human-Wildlife CoexistenceIn the final episode of season 2, Kate, Robi and Emma talk about what coexistence means and how we can implement it if we want to live in harmony with wildlife.Thank you so much for watching and listening to season 2, we'll be back soon with season 3.Support the show2021-08-231h 02
The Biome Podcast#39 - Which Species Should We Save?In the penultimate episode of season 2, Kate, Emma and Robi talk about why certain species are protected and which species are left to go extinct.Support the show2021-08-1657 min
The Biome Podcast#38 - The Ethics of Wildlife Tourism: Sea Eagles on MullRecorded on location from The Biome Team's latest foray into nature. Kate, Emma and Robi discuss the ethics of wildlife tourism. Sorry for the sound issues, they only had one mic.Support the show2021-08-0950 min
The Biome Podcast#37 - Raptor Persecution with special guest Professor Arjun AmarIn this week's episode, Kate and Emma are joined by Professor Arjun Amar from the Percy FitzPatrick Institute of African Ornithology at the University of Cape Town to discuss the mistreatment of birds of prey in the UK.Support the show2021-08-0253 min
The Biome Podcast#36 - WhalingThis week's episode has Emma, Robi and Kate discussing whales and global whaling practices.Support the show2021-07-261h 31
The Biome Podcast#35 - Fortress Conservation and the Meaning of WildThis week, Robi, Kate and Emma discuss fences and conservation, and how they can effect the natural world.Support the show2021-07-191h 40
The Biome Podcast#34 - The Ethical & Environmental Impact of a Plant-Based DietIn this week's episode, Kate, Emma and Robi discuss the impacts of a plant-based diet.Support the show2021-07-121h 41
The Biome Podcast#33 - New Nature & Beaver Conservation with special guest Derek GowIn this episode, Emma and Robi talk to farmer-turned-ecologist Derek Gow, author of Bringing Back the Beaver: The Story of One Man's Quest to Rewild Britain's Waterways.Support the show2021-07-0544 min
The Biome Podcast#32 - Jaws Was The VictimIn this week's episode, Robi, Emma and Kate talk all things sharks.Support the show2021-06-281h 25
The Biome Podcast#31 - Should We Legalise the Rhino Horn Trade?In this week's episode, Kate, Emma and Robi talk about the pros and cons behind legalising the rhino horn trade.Support the show2021-06-212h 10
The Biome Podcast#30 - Climate Change Part 2In this week's episode, Kate, Emma and Robi continue their discussion on climate change while talking about individual vs systematic changes we can make.Support the show2021-06-142h 02
The Biome Podcast#29 - Climate Change Part 1in this week's episode, Emma, Robi and Kate discuss climate change in the first part of this 2 part episode. Support the show2021-06-081h 09
The Biome Podcast#29 - Climate Change Part 1in this weeks episode, Emma, Robi and Kate discuss climate change in part 1 of this 2 part episode.2021-06-071h 09
The Biome Podcast#28 - Rewilding Britain's Wetlands with special guest Lucy Grovesin this weeks episode, Emma and Robi are joined by Lucy Groves, a conservation biologist, to discuss the rewilding of storks. Support the show2021-05-3144 min
The Biome Podcast#27 - The Exotic Pet TradeIn this week's episode, Emma, Kate and Robi discuss the exotic pet trade.Support the show2021-05-241h 26
The Biome Podcast#26 - Zoos Part 2In this weeks episode, Emma, Kate and Robi continue their discussion on zoos.Support the show2021-05-171h 16
The Biome Podcast#25 - Zoos Part 1 with special guest Alice ThomsonIn this week's episode, Emma, Robi and Kate are joined by biologist Alice Thomson to discuss zoos in part 1 of this 2 part episode.Support the show2021-05-1044 min
The Biome Podcast#24 - CullingIn this week's episode, Emma, Robi and Kate discuss culling,Support the show2021-05-031h 55
The Biome Podcast#23 - Fish Farming and Sustainable SeafoodIn this weeks episode, Emma, Kate and Robi discuss fish farming and sustainable seafood. Support the show2021-04-261h 43
The Biome Podcast#22 Part 2 - Trophy HuntingIn the second part of this 2 part podcast, Emma, Kate and Robi continue their discussion on trophy hunting.Support the show2021-04-1945 min
The Biome Podcast#22 Trophy Hunting Part 2In this weeks episode, Emma, Kate and Robi continue their discussion on Trophy Hunting.2021-04-1945 min
The Biome Podcast#22 Trophy Hunting Part 1We're back for season 2 and in the first part of this two part episode, Emma, Robi and Kate discuss trophy hunting.2021-04-131h 03
The Biome Podcast#22 Part 1 - Trophy Huntingin the first episode of season 2, Emma, Robi and Kate discuss trophy hunting.Support the show2021-04-121h 03
The Biome Podcast#21 - Wolf ReintroductionIn the final episode of the Biome podcast season 1, Emma and Robi discuss the reintroduction of the wolf.Support the show2021-04-0557 min
The Biome Podcast#20 - White-tailed Sea EaglesIn this episode, Emma and Robi discuss the reintroduction of White Tailed Sea Eagles.Support the show2021-03-2928 min
The Biome Podcast#19 - The Vaquita CrisisIn this episode, Emma and Robi discuss the Vaquita CrisisSupport the show2021-03-2234 min
The Biome Podcast#18 - Badger CullingIn this episode, Emma and Robi discuss badger culling.Support the show2021-03-1558 min
The Biome Podcast#17 - Wolverine ReintroductionIn this weeks episode, Emma and Robi discuss the reintroduction of the Wolverine.Support the show2021-03-0826 min
The Biome Podcast#16 - The Palm Oil CrisisIn this weeks episode, Emma and Robi discuss the current Palm Oil Crisis Support the show2021-03-0157 minThe Biome Podcast#15 - Lynx Reintroduction Debate with special guest Tom OvendenIn this episode Emma and Robi are joined by guest Tom Ovenden, a PhD researcher from the University of Sterling in Scotland as they discuss the widely debated subject of Lynx Reintroduction.Support the show2021-02-221h 06
The Biome Podcast#14 - The Jaguar CorridorIn this episode Emma and Robi discuss the Jaguar Corridor. Please subscribe to support the channel.Support the show2021-02-1531 min
The Biome Podcast#13 - Red Squirrels and Grey SquirrelsThe conflict between the red squirrel and the grey squirrel is a very interesting one. In this episode Emma & Robi discuss all things squirrel and would love to hear your thoughts!Support the show2021-02-0826 min
The Biome Podcast#12 - The Bison ReintroductionWe take some time to further discuss the Bison reintroduction!Support the show2021-02-0128 min
The Biome Podcast#11 - The Indian Vulture CrisisIndian Vulture numbers are declining fast. We discuss the 'where, how and why' of the Indian vulture crisis.Please subscribe to support our channel or comment below join the conversation.Follow us on social media!instagram.com/biomebygrizzlyfacebook.com/biomebygrizzlytwitter.com/biomebygrizzlySupport the show2021-01-2520 min
The Biome Podcast#10 - The Shark Finning CrisisIn episode 10 of The Biome Podcast, we discuss the awful shark finning crisis!Please subscribe to support our channel or follow us on social media!instagram.com/biomebygrizzlyfacebook.com/biomebygrizzlytwitter.com/biomebygrizzlySupport the show2021-01-1827 min
The Biome Podcast#9 - The Water Vole CrisisToday, we're discussing the Water Vole Crisis.Please subscribe to support our channel or follow us on social media!instagram.com/biomebygrizzlyfacebook.com/biomebygrizzlytwitter.com/biomebygrizzlySupport the show2021-01-1122 min
The Biome Podcast#8 - The Brown Bear ReintroductionIn this week's episode, Emma and Robi discuss the reintroduction of Brown Bears. Support the show2021-01-0428 min
The Biome Podcast#7 - Reindeer ReintroductionWe discuss the Reindeer/Caribou and the feasibility of their re-introduction.Support the show2020-12-2435 min
The Biome Podcast#6 - The Osprey ReintroductionIn episode 6 of The Biome Podcast, we talk about the reintroduction of the Osprey into UK skies.Support the show2020-12-2122 min
The Biome Podcast#5 - The Return of the Bison with special guest Stan SmithIn episode 5 of The Biome Podcast, we talk to Stan Smith, Wilder Landscapes Manager for the Kent Wildlife Trust, and project manager of the Wilder Blean project which is introducing Bison to the forest of Blean!Support the show2020-12-1555 min
The Biome Podcast#4 - The Lynx ReintroductionIn episode 4 of The Biome Podcast, we talk about the reintroduction of the Lynx into UK forests. Lynx are know as a 'keystone' species and can ignite a chain reaction which strengthens our ecosystem, but the topic is hotly debated.Support the show2020-12-0726 min
The Biome Podcast#3 - Canned HuntingCanned hunting: an industry which treats lions and other large predators like cattle. Hand-reared as cubs, often by unknowing volunteers and tourists, lions are being reared in captivity to fuel this cruel industry. Cubs make money from "petting a lion" experiences, the females go on to become breeding machines and the males often end up being released into fenced areas to be shot as trophies. This industry hides its secrets well but Robi and I hope to shed some light on it and make people aware what is happening to these majestic carnivores in South Africa.Support the...2020-11-2321 minZoology RamblingsCave Bears and Ethiopian GeladasIn episode 6 of Zoology Ramblings, Robi talks about the enormous cave bear which used to inhabit the UK, which weighed up to 1000kgs and was entirely vegetarian! I talk about the Gelada monkeys of the Ethiopian highlands and how they have been driven to the roof of the world by humans and aggressive ancestors of baboons.
Sorry we haven't released an episode for a while, we have been busy with the launch of our new project "Biome". We are collaborating with a production called Grizzly, making exciting video podcasts about wildlife re-introductions to the UK as well a...2020-11-2145 min
The Biome Podcast#2 - The Curlew DeclineIn this week's episode, Emma and Robi discuss the Curlew Decline.Support the show2020-11-2017 min
The Biome Podcast#1 - The Beaver ReintroductionIn episode 1 of the Biome podcast, we discuss the reintroducing of beavers in the UK. Support our channel by subscribing and please comment below to join the conversation.Instagram.com/biomebygrizzlyinstagram.com/robi_watkinson_wildlifeinstagram.com/emma_hodson_wildlifeReferences for the podcast.(Alakoski, Kauhala, Tuominen and Selonen, 2020)Alakoski, R., Kauhala, K., Tuominen, S. and Selonen, V., 2020. Environmental factors affecting the distributions of the native Eurasian beaver and the invasive North American beaver in Finland. Biological Conservation, 248, p.108680.(Auster, Puttock and Brazier, 2019)Auster, R., Puttock...2020-11-1629 min