Ryan Dalton & Nadia Shaikh - Podcast Details

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Into The WildJourney Back to Namibia: Climate Changes CommunityCommunity is a word that comes up a lot on our podcast, & it's certainly come up a lot during this mini series. On the final episode of Journey Back to Namibia, Ryan & Nadia talk with a farmer called Vicky & a conservancy committee member called Anna about how the climate crisis & the draught impact a community & what is needed to support it's people. Guest appearances: Vicky Festus - farmer in #Gaingu Conservancy. Annalize Streidwolf - conservancy committee member for #Gaingu Conservancy. Show notes: NACSO Website Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers" to the...2025-05-0657 min

Into The WildNature News - Week 13 - The People Want Action & Dragons Fly North!Sometimes we think it's just the people in our naturey bubble that want political action to tackle the climate crisis BUT Nadia runs down a story telling us how researchers have learned that the global population more than favour the side for change. Then it's White faced darters that are in the news when Ryan shares how a new potential hot spot for the rare species could be their new home up north in the UK. Show notes: Links to all stories mentioned: People Want Action / OAP Oyster Catchers / White Faced Darters / Lynx Bred In UK 2025-04-3026 min

Into The WildNature News - Week 12 - Paw Patrol & Toby Wood-CarveryIf it's one thing that makes Ryan overjoyed, it's when his two worlds collide positively. Dogs & wildlife! Ryan shares the news of 2 two canines down under who are helping to find a critically endangered lizard. Nadia, beautifully, unpacks the recent news story of an ancient English oak that got chopped down in Enfield after a the restaurant chain, Toby Carvery, shared their concerns. Show notes: Links to all stories mentioned: Dogs Finding Lizards / Mini Colossal Squid / English Oak / Tree Protection Orders Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & he...2025-04-2323 min

Into The WildNature News - Week 11 - Elephants Are Coming & Ban The BurnConflicts with wildlife isn't something Into The Wild shy's away from on the show & on Nature News this week, Ryan shares a new innovative way to create an early warning system for the people of Valparai in India. Nadia then jumps in to share some news, of course after sharing some recent wildlife click bait, on the proposal to complete ban the burning of deep peat on any land in the UK! Show notes: Links to all stories mentioned: Elephants in Valparai / Burning Peat Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into T...2025-04-1621 min

Into The WildJourney Back to Namibia: Food & FarmingNerds, let's jump in to episode 3 of Journey Back to Namibia. In episode 3, Ryan & Nadia jump into one of the most important topics for rural people in Namibia. Food & farming. They are joined by two farmers, Uaperendua & Joseph to hear about how farming has changed during the drought & what support they need to be able to provide food security for their community. Guest appearances: Uaperendua Muzuma & Joseph Muzuma - farmers in Ehi Rovipuka Conservancy. Siegfried Muzuma - conservancy committee member & our translator for this episode. Show notes: NACSO Website Support us: If...2025-04-0744 min

Into The WildNature News - Week 10 - Pests Aside & A New New ForestThis week Ryan finds himself questioning whether he's being pest-imistic that a 10% reduction in harmful pesticides on UK farms isn't enough.....surely we can be doing better? After sharing some random news about a huge block of ice hanging around outside South Georgia, Nadia tells us all about the new plans for 20 millions trees being planted in the south of England! Show notes: Links to all stories mentioned: Whoppi Iceberg / Pesticides / New Trees! Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support us with running costs, you can m...2025-04-0224 min

Into The WildNature News - Week 9 - Crying Wolf & You've Got WhaleFighting food waste is always on the agenda for many countries but how on earth does opening up the law to hunt wolves help with that? Spain recent took a vote & Ryan explains the thinking behind this......but would it work? Nadia shares some shocking statistics about whales & how new AI technology could help make them......less shocking. Show notes: Links to all stories mentioned: Wolves in Spain/Whales & Boats Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support us with running costs, you can make a one o...2025-03-2622 min

Into The WildNature News - Week 8 - Stateside Peregrine Falcons & A Risky RoadJust a few decades after peregrine falcons make a comeback in USA, a new threat appears as conservationists notice declines in breeding populations & Nadia dives into what the heck is going on! Ryan shares a story from the Amazon Rainforest as the city of Belem prepares for COP30 in Autumn this year but are the consequences too much to justify the preparations? Show notes: Links to all stories mentioned: Peregrine Falcons / Amazon Rainforest Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support us with running costs, you can m...2025-03-1922 min

Into The WildNature News - Week 7 - Community Care & Polar Bear TradeIf it's one word you hear us mention a lot it's "community" & on this week's Nature News, Nadia once again shows the power it can have. A community in Sussex, UK, that have worked together & managed to get council agreed rights to the River Ouse. Ryan then tackles a tricky story of Polar Bear hunting & trade in Canada & a recent article calling out WWF for facilitating in both of these but......is it that simple? Show notes: Links to all stories mentioned: Woolly Mice / River Ouse / Polar Bear WWF Article / Polar Bear Official Hunting Regulations ...2025-03-1221 min

Into The WildJourney Back to Namibia: When The Rain StopsNerds, it's time for episode 2 of Journey Back to Namibia, When The Rain Stops. In this episode Ryan & Nadia share the human element to the climate crisis & explore the extreme weather event of droughts. What they look like, how they take shape & what challenges they can bring to people. Monaliza Siebes, a farmer from Houtini Farm in the #Gaingu conservancy also shares her story & experience from living in this region & witnessing the environmental & social change she has seen over the last 3 decades. Guest appearances: Monaliza Siebes. Farmer from Houtini Farm in the #Gaingu conservancy. Show n...2025-03-0347 min

Into The WildNature News - Week 6 - Grade A Mistake & Pet PesticidesRyan & Nadia may be thinking just within their bubble but surely we all would have loved to study natural history at GCSE? This week Nadia gives updates on this old Tory policy to welcome the new school topic at GCSE level in the UK that seems to keep being shelved & Ryan gives a run down on a recent article about song birds being affected by dog flea & tick treatment. Show notes: Find all the links to news here: Natural History GCSE / Dog Flea & Tick Article / River Action Nando Campaign Support us: If you'd like to s...2025-02-2624 min

Into The WildNature News - Week 5 - Who Let The Pigs Out & A Mountain with Rights!Ryan & Nadia find themselves, once again, asking the question "who is releasing these animals?" as they take a look at the recent news story of 9 feral pigs wondering freely around the Cairngorms National Park just a few miles away from where the illegally released lynx were found just 5 weeks ago. Nadia then follows up with some inspiring news of a new piece of legislation passed in New Zealand that could pave the way for nature protection in other countries. Show notes: Find all the links to news here: Pigs in Scotland / Taranaki Mounga Support us...2025-02-1922 min

Into The WildNature News - Week 4 - Pesky Newts & Climate WIN!Some good & some frustrating on this week's Nature News. Nadia unpacks some rather silly words that the UK's Chancellor of the Exchequer, Racheal Reeves said about housing & bats & newts (what a combo). Ryan then gives a rundown on a recent win for the anti fossil fuel campaign with the courts ruling in favour of Rosebank & Jackdaw being unlawful! Show notes: Find all the links to news here: Rosebank/Jackdaw & Rachel Reeves Comment Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support us with running costs, you...2025-02-1224 min

Into The WildJourney Back to Namibia: Episode 1 - The Story BeginsWelcome to Into The Wild's new mini series, Journey Back to Namibia. Across 4 episodes, Ryan & Nadia will explore the impacts of the climate crisis in rural Namibia & share words, experiences & stories from those most affected. We start at the beginning. Fires, floods, storms & hurricanes. Severe weather patterns & events, brought on or exacerbated by the climate crisis often make headline news, but there is one that is missed. It's subtle but intense. It impacts people hugely, but slower. Droughts. In episode 1, as the title suggests, Ryan & Nadia guide you through Namibia & give context to this incredible...2025-02-0337 min

Into The WildNature News - Week 3 - Ergh Trump & Driven Me MadErgh, he's back & we WISH we meant Voldemort. This week's dose of Nature News, Ryan & Nadia unpack what Trumps first 48 hours in office has looked like & how we truly feel about it. Nadia also shares Labour's plan (or rather, no plan) on driven grouse shooting in the UK BUT it's not all bad news, the Marine Conservation Society announce the return of the deposit return scheme in England for 2026. Guest Appearance: Caroline Lucas Show notes: Find all links to news/petitions here: Wild Justice's Gov Petition & Deposit Return Scheme Support us: If...2025-01-2923 min

Into The WildNature News - Week 2 - LABOURing On & Green Light Beavers!Nerds, it's time for your weekly Nature News catch up & here's what to expect from week 2! This week we have a focus on the UK government & it's performance on pledges & commitments for a better, greener & ultimately "safer" future, but how are they doing? Then beavers were in the news with some rumours that Labour might scrap the Tories plans to "green light" the release of this habitat creators back in our rivers........could that be true? Show notes: Read more on the OEP's Report & Beavers Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers"...2025-01-2226 min

Into The WildNature News - Week 1 - Rogue Lynx & City of FlamesNerds welcome to our first of many! It's our new weekly show, Nature News. Each week Ryan & Nadia will unpack some recent stories or events from around the world that impact the natural world. This week its the wildfires in LA that has been dominating the news. With lives lost & homes destroyed, the symptoms of the climate crisis are being felt hard in this US city. Jumping back to the UK & 4 cats have been all the talk in the nature community due to some lynx being illegally released in Scotland's Cairngorms National Park. Show notes...2025-01-1524 min

Into The WildS2E10: Into The Wild's Christmas Party: T'is The Season To Get Nerdy!Before the episode begins, Nadia & Ryan would like to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who has listened, shared or been a part of Into The Wild in 2024. Secondly, a massive hug & thank you to the Royal Entomological Society, for supporting us this year! Nerds, grab a bottle, put the Christmas jumper on & order an Uber because you're all invited to Ryan & Nadia's for the annual Christmas party! Joining the festive fun this year is Megan McCubbin, Indy Greene, Sophie Pavelle & Emma Brisdion where, as well as a good 'ol merry catch up, they ar...2024-12-161h 25

Into The WildBonus Episode: Nature Room 101 LIVE at Global BirdfairNerds, the vault is back! Our next live show that we recorded at Global Birdfair back in summer 2024 is now ready for your ears. Featuring Mya Bambrick, Nick Acheson & Elle Kaye, Ryan & Nadia return to the stage with the travel vault of Nature Room 101 to what things our guests & audience put forward to be locked away for good! If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support the show, then you can do so on www.ko-fi.com/intothewildpod To follow the hosts of the show, Ryan & Nadia...2024-12-1146 min

Into The WildBonus Episode: Raising Hare with Chloe DaltonNature books come in all kinds of different stories & sometimes, it's the ones of direct experience & unique life storytelling that get you hooked the most. This was certainly the case for us when we read Chloe Dalton's debut book, Raising Hare. For this bonus episode, Ryan was invited to interview Chloe at a wonderful independent bookshop, Word on the Street in Ashtead, Surrey, where he asked more about what life was like during the COVID pandemic for Chloe raising a hare whilst everyone else was raising banana bread. To grab a copy of this wonderful...2024-11-2747 min

Into The WildBonus Episode: The Starling: A Biography with Stephen MossIt's about this time of yeah in the UK that many gather just like the starlings however our purpose is to admire the starling murmurations & hopefully not get eaten......unlike potentially one of the starlings. BUT let's focus more on the individual bird & not just on this incredible yet brief nature event. To help us do that I was invited to Hatchards Piccadilly to interview author, birder & presenter Stephen Moss about his new book in his biography series, The Starling. To grab a copy of this wonderful new page turner, click here! If...2024-11-1343 min

Into The WildS2E9: Autumn: Get Cosy Round The Fire with Ryan & NadiaLight the fire (or put the YouTube fire TV on), grab a bowl of soup, put your slippers on & take a generic photo of you holding an orange oak leaf for the gram because IT'S AUTUMN! This episode, Ryan & Nadia jump into the pile of leaves of autumn to explore why leaves turn brown, ask "do insects hibernate?" & learn a bit about the world of bats! Guest appearances by Ash Whiffin & Mel Parker. RES Links: - Insects & Rhino Poaching - Large Blue Butterfly Research - Grasshopper Event 6...2024-10-281h 01

Into The WildS2E8: Nature Room 101 LIVE at Global Birdfair!Nerds get ready for some nature chaos with the first of 2 live shows recorded at 2024's Global Birdfair. Featuring Nick Baker, Lucy Lapwing & Hannah Bourne-Taylor, Ryan & Nadia return to the stage with the travel vault of Nature Room 101 to what things our guests & audience put forward to be locked away for good! This year Into The Wild is proudly supported by the Royal Entomological Society. A fabulous society dedicated to insect science. To read more about joining the RES's Associate Membership, click here If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The W...2024-09-301h 01

Into The WildS2E8: Nature Room 101 LIVE from Global Birdfair!Nerds get ready for some nature chaos with the first of 2 live shows recorded at 2024's Global Birdfair. Featuring Nick Baker, Lucy Lapwing & Hannah Bourne-Taylor, Ryan & Nadia return to the stage with the travel vault of Nature Room 101 to what things our guests & audience put forward to be locked away for good! This year Into The Wild is proudly supported by the Royal Entomological Society. A fabulous society dedicated to insect science. To read more about joining the RES's Associate Membership, click here If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The...2024-09-301h 01

Into The WildS2E7: Wildlife Tourism: Exploration or Exploitation?For many of us, there's a deep rooted feeling within us that gives us an urge to explore & travel the world & a part of that is built on wanting to see wildlife. Whether it's elephants in southern Africa, whales around the coast of Iceland or the many species of birds in Brazil. There's a pull that encourages us to spend money, travel & enjoy seeing these countries & their wildlife........but Is wildlife tourism actually helping biodiversity & the local communities? How can we trust where our money is going? And in the current events of the climate crisis, should...2024-08-271h 18

Into The WildS2E6: UK's National Parks: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly"National Parks in the UK are the crumpets of the nature industry" - Ryan Dalton, 2024 It's a quote Ryan stands behind & claims it makes sense but those that don't follow let's explain. National Parks are celebrating their 75th anniversary this year in the UK & whilst we have all heard of the term, do many of us know what they are? How they were established? What was their purpose? And whether they are achieving their aim? Well nerds, don't worry, Into The Wild has your back! Strap yourselves in to learn all about the UK's National...2024-07-2952 min

Into The WildS2E5: Nature Room 101 with Isla Hodgson & Rory CrawfordRyan & Nadia have grabbed the keys, put their PPE on & told their guests to stand back as they carefully open the vault door of Nature Room 101 for a new round of applicants to be put forward to join ticks, pheasants, cave centipedes, wind, bogs, deer & Himalayan balsam. This round we welcome marine conservationist & Save Our Seas podcast host Isla Hodgson & CBeebies nature presenter Rory Crawford to ask them their Online Nature Gripes, Mundane Mammal & Worst Weather! To follow our guests on the 'ol socials, follow them at Isla Hodgson & Rory Crawford. To check...2024-06-241h 07

Into The WildS2E4: Insect Pollination: It's Not Just Bees!In the last decade there has been a HUGE (& successful) push for people to appreciate bees & the work they do to pollinate not just flowers in the wild, but food crops to feed ourselves & it's not surprise why the bee was chosen. They are fluffy. They are cute. They are.....sexy, BUT... When it comes in insects that pollinate plants, again, including food crops, it's more than just bees & in some cases.....it's a lot more than just bees. Join Ryan & Nadia this month as they delve in to learn about some less sexy insects that are...2024-05-2857 min

Into The WildBonus Episode: Wildling with Isabella TreeA quick mid month treat for you nerds with a bonus episode of your favourite nature & conservation podcast! Knepp Estate is famous in the UK for showing how an intensive dairy farm can go from an empty landscape to a rich haven for wildlife & it's a location we have focused on before when we spoke with the head ecologist of Knepp, Penny Green (episode here). This time I got to speak with Knepp Estates owner & author Isabella Tree. Not only did we discuss the journey of Knepp but we spoke about the new upcoming film...2024-05-2228 min

Into The WildS2E3: Killing for Conservation: How Do We Feel?Throughout history, humans, especially those of the western world, have intentionally & unintentionally introduced species around the world where they may have never reached before & as a result, negative consequences have occurred. BUT, the big questions that we often avoid is, should we actually now be intervening again to try to remove the issues that have been created. Is lethal control of mammals, fish, reptiles, insects, birds & plants really the only option? And how do we feel about this? On this episode we explore this very topic & aim to have an honest discussion about how we feel about...2024-04-291h 33

Into The WildBonus Episode: Community Conservation in Haiti with Jean WienerSix months ago Into The Wild attended the Whitley Fund for Nature's People for Planet Summit in London. An event where guest speakers around the world met to discuss big topics in community based wildlife conservation. At this event we were lucky enough to meet & speak with 2015 Whitley Fund for Nature Award Winner, Jean Wiener from Haiti. This bonus episode is that very chat where Jean shares his experience of working with people & wildlife in a country like Haiti & what he feels is the best way forward to restore the natural resources for the planet, country & it's...2024-04-1140 min

Into The WildS2E2: Marine Protected Areas in the UK: Something's FishyGrab your buckets, your spades & your towel nerds because we are heading to the coast in search of some answers about how our seas & coastal areas around the UK are protected. Just how do marine protected areas work around the UK & are they doing their job? These are big questions but in this episode we guide you through the acronym maze that is UK ocean conservation. Guest appearances from Caitlin Turner (MCS Sea Champion) Lanna Cheng (University of California San Diego) If you want to learn more about marine insects the follow this...2024-03-251h 04

Into The WildS2E1: Rivers in the UK: Let's Get Wet!One of, if not the most, tranquil places many of us can imagine being is on the bank of a river. The sound of the water moving & the visual of the ripples or crashing of water speeding past. They ground us & are essential to life so we must be looking after them in the UK right?.......RIGHT? For episode 1 of season 2 we are looking at the state of rivers in the UK. From how insects can be important indicators for determining river health, to the hard hitting truth about what we are dumping in these magnificent habitats.2024-02-2656 min

Into The WildBonus Episode: Braving The Cold with The London Wildlife TrustGRAB YOUR THERMALS NERDS, IT'S TIME TO TALK ABOUT WINTER!! If we ask ourselves honestly, winter is the season that can feel like it holds the most barriers up when it comes to us getting out & connecting with nature but is it really that hard? Can we still see wildlife in the cold frosty months? On this bonus episode Ryan & Nadia speak with the London Wildlife Trust to explore just how much there is to see in this often dreaded season & what it can do to support our health, both mentally & physically. Guest...2024-02-1658 min

Into The WildNature Room 101 with Charlie Bingham & Ben PorterNERDS! We have a SUPER EXCITING announcement for the new year in the form of a new partnership BUT we will let you hear all about that on this episode! On with the show & for the first one of 2024, Nadia & Ryan aren't messing around as they open the dreaded door of the Nature Room 101 vault once again. This time author & naturalist Charlie Bingham & wildlife photographer Ben Porter join us to share their Worst Weather, Creepy Thing That Creepith & their Habitat Hates. Follow our guests on socials at Charlie Bingham & Ben Porter.2024-01-2955 min

Into The WildInto The Wild’s Christmas Party: Merry Nerd-masDECK THE HALLS WITH ALL THINGS NATUREY FA LA LA LA LA LA LA LA Welcome to the last episode of 2023. It's been a hurricane of a year but nerds, you did it & we are here to celebrate with the Into The Wild Christmas Party featuring a chat with taxidermist Elle Kaye. Before the party starts, Elle joins Ryan for a chat about the world of taxidermy. From how this fascinating industry grabbed her attention & how the artform is done to where the heck Elle gets the animals from. If you'd like to...2023-12-231h 12

Into The WildS1:E8: Human Wildlife Conflict Revisited: India AdditionWe are diving back into the unspoken world of human wildlife conflict. One of the very things that is the greatest threat to wildlife & human life. This time we are focusing on India. From the species that people have to live with to how people have ended up living so closely with such large wildlife. Featuring an interview with wildlife researcher Rajeeve Matthew, this episode will give you a run down on what life is like living with Indian wildlife. If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support the show, then...2023-11-271h 04

Into The WildBonus Episode: A lot-(ment) of nonsense with Emma BrisdionWhat kind of podcasters would we be if we didn't treat you to a bonus episode every now & then. This bonus episode is quite simple a lovely chat between two friends. Emma Brisdion, who has featured on Into The Wild before, had her own podcast (For What It's Earth) & is a superb science communicator, invited me to her neck of the woods, Bath, to visit her allotment & talk about the importance of these kinds of spaces for people & their connection to food. If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help s...2023-11-0826 min

Into The WildS1:E7: Gardens for People & Wildlife: When the Growing Gets Tough.A garden, the thing many of us hope to have & I'm sure many of you fellow nerds join us in hoping to one day turn it into a beautiful space for local wildlife BUT how have gardens in the UK changed over the years? What value can they hold for nature but also for people & their wellbeing & their outlook on the natural world? In this episode, Nadia & Ryan explore the world of UK residential gardens & are joined by nature writer & presenter Kate Bradbury to learn more about gardening for wildlife. If you'd like to say "cheers" to...2023-10-291h 06

Into The WildS1E6: Forestry Around The World: Got Wood?It's no secret that ever since humans have been on this planet, we have needed to use forests to survive. Whether that be for firewood, shelter or food, the forests we've lived in or around have provided for us, but how does this look in the year 2023? In this episode Ryan & Nadia explore the history of forestry in the UK & then journey to Namibia, Nepal & Guyana to learn about community forestry & the systems these countries have created to sustainably managed their forests, restore biodiversity & of course, support the communities that rely on them. Guest appearances f...2023-10-021h 07

Into The WildNature Room 101 with Dr Amy Jane Beer & Lee SchofieldStrap yourself in nerds, it's time to have a rant, a moan & get frustrated as Nadia & Ryan open the vault door of Nature Room 101. This time author & naturalist Dr Amy Jane Beer & RSPB site manager Lee Schofield join us to share their Pathetic Plants, Academic Annoyances & their Sh*t Sealife! Follow our guests on socials at Lee Schofield & Dr Amy Jane Beer If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support the show, then you can do so on www.ko-fi.com/intothewildpod To follow the h...2023-08-2858 min

Into The WildS1E5: Climate Crisis’s Impact on Biodiversity - Just Stop BoilI think it's safe to say we all know of the climate & biodiversity crisis but how connected are the two? Well it turns out very. In this episode - Just Stop Boil - Nadia & Ryan explore how the impacts of the climate crisis have further impacts on wildlife from life in the ocean, plants in the UK & elephants in Africa. Guest appearances from Dr Amy Jane Beer, Sarah Watts & Dr Vicky Boult If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support the show, then you can do so on www.ko...2023-07-3159 min

Into The WildS1E4: Farming in the UK Part 2Farming is such a huge topic that we couldn't possibly fit it all into one episode, so this episode, part 2, Ryan & Nadia explore further at the different farming methods, how we've ended up where we are & finally get some answers to the big question, is it possible to grow food in the UK, for the people of the UK that is affordable, all whilst restoring our natural ecosystems? Guest appearance from Ruby Free & Sue Pritchard If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support the show, then you can do...2023-07-101h 01

Into The WildS1E3: Farming in the UK Part 1*deep breath* Okay, farming is a huge topic. It means very little to some people & absolutely everything to others. It's peoples culture, family, livelihood & their meaning. When we really get into the discussion, it's easy to see why. It's also easy to see that farming should matter more to the people who don't really give it much thought. In this first part, Nadia & Ryan discuss just how big farming is in the UK & why heart & soul in food really is important for us to get back to farming with nature. Guest appearance from Sue Pritchard.2023-05-2953 min

Into The WildBonus Episode: A chat with Whitley Award Winners, Leonard Akwany & Yuliana BedollaFollowing Into The Wild's attendance to the Whitley Awards, Ryan caught up with 2 of the winners, Leonard Akwana from Kenya & Yuliana Bedolla from Mexico to hear more about their wining community conservation projects & to hear their thoughts about the future of wildlife conservation. To learn more about Whitley Fund for Nature, Click Here If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support the show, then you can do so on www.ko-fi.com/intothewildpod To follow the hosts of the show, Ryan & Nadia, follow them at @mrryanjdalton & @buteblackbird 2023-05-1631 min

Into The WildS1E2: Human Wildlife Conflict: The Elephant in the RoomIf there was a topic in wildlife conservation that would win an award as the biggest & most emotional & challenging, then human wildlife conflict would win. However, despite all that, in media or documentaries, we rarely see or hear much about it & what the impacts for both people & wildlife are. So strap yourself in nerds, we are about to begin the journey of learning about human wildlife conflict. From the drivers of it, the realities of it & some of the on the ground solutions to it. Guest appearances from Gabi Fleury, Neville Hendricks & Jane Horgan If...2023-04-241h 12

Into The WildS1E1: Rethinking Conservation: Breaking Down the FortressNerds! Into The Wild is back. It's revamped. It's reshaped. It's got a new co-host & we are ready to continue bringing you nature & conservation content each month. For the first episode in this new monthly series, we are focusing on the big C word......no, stop it, we mean CONSERVATION. Starting in the UK, we explore what models are used & how we have ended up in the situation were are in, too many rules & not enough guardians maybe? Then we take a quick virtual trip to two different countries to see how conservation works there, w...2023-03-271h 05

Into The WildPhotographing Bugs with Gail AshtonIf you're into nature (& of course you are, that's why you're here right?) then photography, even just via your smart phone, is something you'll most likely try at some point, but how does that work when your subjects are......well, sometimes, tiny. This week I'm joined by nature writer & photographer of the insects Gail Ashton who sheds some light of what it takes to get up close & personal on bugs via the lens. Gail & I also take a moment to discuss why most celebrated wildlife photographers are white men & why this can easily change. If...2023-02-131h 05

Into The WildRivers & Right to Roam with Dr Amy Jane BeerHave you ever met someone, heard them speak about the natural world & just thought, "yes.....you are a fabulous person"? Because that's exactly what I thought when I met & spoke with this week's guest, naturalist, author, campaigner, Dr Amy Jane Beer. Starting with rivers, a passion & important part of Amy's life, we dive into what they do, what they have, what they represent & what they can give. Amy shares how rivers ended up playing not only an important part in her life, but a deep emotional one too. We also managed to grab time to...2023-02-0653 min

Into The WildTreated Like Animals with Alick SimmonsAround the world, on a daily basis (& sometimes to the greatest of extremes) animals, both domestic & wild, are used for human's benefit, but, do we ever stop & think about how we use the, why we use them, should we use them or are we doing it in the right way? Vet & naturalist Alick Simmons joins us this week to discuss this very topic & how he refers to this in his new book, Treated Like Animals. If you'd like to keep up to date with Alick, then you can follow her on social media @AlickSimmons To f...2023-01-3058 min

Into The WildTaking On The Climate Crisis with Tori TsuiThis week's show is a topic that many of you have been calling out for, & finally, we deliver. As each year comes, for many of us the worry, dread & anxiety of the climate crisis grows stronger & stronger. With this in mind, it's no wonder that eco anxiety & battles with mental health brought on from climate change are also on the rise. To talk to me about activism within this vital movement & how it plays such a strong part on mental health, is author & climate activist Tori Tsui. If you'd like to keep up...2023-01-231h 08

Into The WildThe Deadly Balance with Prof Adam HartIt's one thing to want wildlife, especially the big mega fauna like lions, tigers & leopards, to thrive & do well in the wild, but it's another to stop & consider what will happen if their populations grow alongside human populations. Indigenous communities have lived alongside wildlife & with nature since forever but as pressures from the western world (both past & presence) mean predators are forced to live closer & closer, the consequences grow more severe. Prof Adam Hart, someone who has been on the show a few times before, has focused on human / wildlife conflicts a lot in his career & his...2023-01-161h 05

Into The WildMoths with James LowenWelcome back nerds & happy new year to you all! Butterflies & moths are the same. Just like a pigeon & a parrot are both birds, butterflies & moths are both Lepidoptera, so why is there so much hate on moths & so much love for butterflies? Well maybe the name doesn't help BUT to help me talk about this & about moths of the UK is naturalist & author of Much Ado About Mothing, James Lowen. From how many species, James's favourite & how moths have & continue to benefit our lives even away from the natural world! If you would...2023-01-0948 min

Into The WildLast Episode of 2022 (A Chat with Ryan) - Hosted by Chantelle Lindsay & Lucy HodsonAs much as I cringe at the very thought of uploading this episode & my inner voice screaming "THIS IS SO EGOTISTICAL!!" I still much hit the 'publish' on Podbean for the last time of 2022 & share with you an episode where I, Ryan, am the guest. The reason this is happening is because over the last year, whenever I have asked on Twitter or Instagram for suggestions of topics, guests or organisations to talk to, I often have replies or DMs asking me to do an episode where I am being interviewed, so Oscar finally twisted my arm...2022-12-1944 min

Into The WildLondon in the Wild with The London Wildlife TrustThroughout our almost 3 years of Into The Wild, I have mentioned countless times about the diversity & power of community of the city I live in, London. Despite me knowing the amount of wildlife this place holds, I still get a bit frustrated when I hear people say otherwise. That's why I was pumped to see The London Wild Trust release a new book called London in the Wild, a book platforming great minds & sharing wonderful detail of the green & blue spaces & all it's inhabitants of the big smoke......London. In this episode I speak with 3 of the 10...2022-12-121h 00

Into The WildConservation & The Climate Crisis with Dr Charlie GardnerOkay, brace yourself, we are talking about the climate crisis. Discussing this topic is never easy & it's common to talk about the systematic issues that have & continue to cause it BUT an area that is rarely discussed is how wildlife conservation should take on board the climate crisis & it's impacts to help have more practical success. To explain in much better way, this week I am joined by conservation scientist & climate change activist, Dr Charlie Gardner. If you'd like to keep up to date with Charlie, then you can follow him on social media at...2022-12-061h 00

Into The WildUK Bats & Life As A Ranger with Ajay TegalaThe best thing about hosting Into The Wild is that I get to talk to people that adore the natural world & the conversations always fill me with glee & this week's guest did more than that. Joining me on today's show is wildlife presenter, author & ranger, Ajay Tegala. Ajay & I decided to talk about 2 things, the first being his enthusiasm for bats & the second was his job as a ranger. If you're here to listen to someone be x100 passionate & positive, this episode is for you. If you'd like to keep up to date with Ajay, t...2022-11-2841 min

Into The WildInto The Wild in Namibia Part 2Those keen eared listeners will recall we did a part one of an episode called Into The Wild in Namibia Part 1.......you smart eggs among you all will also have figured out, that it meant there would be a part 2, AND YOU WERE RIGHT. Here it is. Following Ryan's journey across Namibia, post screening Beyond The Trigger in the countries capital of Windhoek. Attending a World Rhino Day event in a town called Khorixas in the Kunene followed by a chat with conservation consultant with 10 years of experience working in Namibia, Gail Thomson. Watch Beyond T...2022-11-2139 min

Into The WildNature Room 101 Round 4 with Indy Greene & Nadia ShaikhIt's been too long since we've had a good 'ol rant on the show & with all the doom & gloom of the world, I thought it was super necessary to do a Nature Room 101. Joining me to complain about nature stuff is Right to Roam activist & environmentalist Nadia Shaikh & presenter & naturalist Indy Greene. Sit back & play along as we share our moans in the topics of Pointless Practices, Sh*t Sea life & Garden Gripes! If you'd like to keep up to date with Indy & Nadia, you can follow them on social media @GreeneIndy & @ButeBlackBird ...2022-11-141h 06

Into The WildWild Boar in the UK with Chantal LyonsWe've spoken a lot about rewilding or species reintroduction recently & that's partly down to it being a very exciting topic, so to keep that theme going, this week we are chatting about wild boar & their existence in the UK. To help tell me about the story of these wonderful woodland animals is someone who has spent a long time researching the history of them & the benefits & challenges they may bring, is environmentalist Chantal Lyons. If you'd like to keep up to date with Chantal, you can follow her on social media @CSLyons To...2022-11-0759 min

Into The WildWildwood Trust with Paul WhitfieldThe UK is famous for a lot, but one thing many around the world may not think of when they think of us is the fact we had & have now lost a lot of species throughout the years. One place I have visited that really shows you what we have/hand roaming this land is Wildwood Trust in Kent. To tell me all about this fascinating wildlife collection of native or once native species & the projects they are working on is director, Paul Whitfield. From how the place started to their most recent big project, the semi...2022-10-3151 min

Into The WildWasps with Prof Seirian SumnerIf you say the word "wasp" you're rarely met with a response like "gah I just love them" however, it only takes a little peek into the world of wasps for someone to learn that there is MUCH more than meets the social opinion of them. To join me this week to share the diverse world & love of the wasp is Professor Seirian Sumner. From Seirian's favourite species to the mad behaviours of some others, we even discuss why people have certain feelings about thee wonderful insects. To grab a copy of Seirian's new book...2022-10-2454 min

Into The WildLiving with Wolves with Hanna PettersonWhen we talk of a wolf, a number of things could come to mind. Maybe a folklore store? A character in a childhood film? An image of a woodland with a huge moon in the background? Or I'd imagine, for most of this audience, we think of an animal of great importance, both culturally & environmentally. A lost animal in the UK & throughout Europe, but one that is also coming back, to Europe that is. Yet, do we consider how difficult or easy this can be? To bring back the wolf? What has to be done or considered...2022-10-1756 min

Into The WildInto The Wild in Namibia Part 1If you follow us on social media, you'll know that I recently got back from a trip to Namibia to screen our first ever film, Beyond The Trigger. Now what kind of podcaster would I be if I didn't grab some insightful wildlife conservation chats with people on my travels. With that in mind I am super excited to share with you the first part of this special episode, Into The Wild in Namibia. In this episode, actually recorded at the later part of my trip, I travelled along with CEO of NACSO (Namibian Association for Community...2022-10-1036 min

Into The WildDogs & Wildlife with Zoe Macdonald & Sean McCormackI LOVE wildlife.......but I LOVE dogs. My two jobs, the podcast & running a professional dog walking company both (obviously) envolve, heavily, these two things, but do they, or can they, go together happily? There's always a lot of chat about how much domestic dogs disturb wildlife or damage habitat & the answers always seem to be lost in amongst the arguments so I decided to mix the two sides together & have vet & conservationist Sean McCormack on to tell us about what the issues are & then to have professional dog walker, dog trainer & business owner Zoe Macdonald on...2022-10-031h 14

Into The WildHedgehogs with Hugh WarwickI don't think I've ever met someone that saw a hedgehog & didn't shout "OMG THAT IS CUTE AF" but more importantly, this reaction is getting rarer & not because hedgehogs in the UK are getting less cute of course, but because sightings are becoming way less. To join me on this journey learning more about this much loved UK animal is hedgehog expert, severe enthusiast & science communicator Hugh Warwick. Hugh's passion for these animals & the natural world is incredibly clear & I adored chatting with him about this fab animals, I know you will too. If you'd...2022-09-2659 min

Into The WildA Look at Knepp Estate with Penny GreenOne place in the UK that has really shown the way & challenged the status quo in food production & land management is Knepp Estate. From an old farm to now a place that has restored nature & reintroduced a huge list of species, Knepp is now a semi wild environment that is seeing seasonal visitors (both animal & human) return for a visit. To tell me more about this heaven for wildlife, is Knepp's ecologist Penny Green. Penny shares the behind the scenes management of what keeps this place going & the work involved. If you'd like to keep...2022-09-1956 min

Into The WildA Look at Global Birdfair with Tim Appleton (Recorded Live at Global Birdfair 2022)And so we've come to the last episode recorded at Global Birdfair 2022 & what better way to end other than with a chat with the founder of the event, Tim Appleton. Before I went to GBF I had heard all kinds of things about the event regarding issues with diversity, not enough talk of the climate crisis & the fact that it doesn't seem to tackle the right issues in nature, so I wanted to talk to Tim about how & why this event was set up & what he sees changing, if anything, in the future. If you'd...2022-09-1231 min

Into The WildA Chat with David Lindo (Recorded Live at Global Birdfair 2022)This week is our penultimate Global Birdfair episode & our guest is someone that I can't believe has taken me so long to get on the show, David Lindo, aka The Urban Birder. David has had a fascinating career in wildlife & nature presenting. From in front of the screens to pen on paper, David's love & fascination with the natural world, & of course, birds, has brought him to incredible opportunities. We briefly talk about David's time in London & how The Urban Birder was born to how he became an advocate for discovering & appreciating nature on your doorstep. ...2022-09-0536 min

Into The WildHeal Rewildling with Hannah Needham (Recorded Live at Global Birdfair 2022)With so much talk of rewilding or wildling of natural land across the world, it's always great to see a variety of organisations popping up to support the movement. This week I am joined by Hannah Needham of Heal Rewilding, an organisation raising money to buy land to rewild but also to bring people closer to nature. Hannah shares how the journey began & where to phase is currently at with this project whilst explaining how Heal stand out by also focusing on the human element. If you'd like to keep up to date with Heal...2022-08-2938 min

Into The WildA Look at the RSPB with CEo Beccy Speight (Recorded Live At Global Birdfair 2022)I've always got plenty of questions to ask about everything, it's literally my favourite thing to do (annoying child), so imagine how excited I was when I got the chance to sit down with the once person who could really give me an insight to one of the largest conservation organisations out there, Beccy Speight, the CEO of the RSPB. I didn't have long with Beccy with her busy schedule at Global Birdfair, so I got straight to the big questions covering things like, should England call itself world leading in conservation? Dealing with divserity in such...2022-08-2233 min

Into The WildFlock Together with Nadeem Perera (Recorded Live at Global Birdfair 2022)Nature or the countryside being sold for only a certain type of person, is something we've spoken about a bit on Into The Wild BUT there was an organisation I wanted to learn more from & that was the UK based bird watching collective for people of colour, Flock Together & who better to speak with other than the co founder, Nadeem Perera. Nadeem not only shares his story of getting into the natural world but tells me how Flock Together came to be a thing & what the plans are for the next year. To grab a...2022-08-1535 min

Into The WildA Chat with Mya Bambrick (Recorded Live at Global Birdfair 2022)Something I love about doing this show is finally meeting people that I have spoken with, heard of or been a fan of (or all three) & this episode is exactly that. I finally got the chance to meet & interview birder, naturalist & Leica ambassador Mya Bambrick. Mya has had a super impressive career at such a young age from a conservation background to science communication & wildlife filmmaking, including featuring in a new short film, Skyward. It was a pleasure to hear about all this stuff direct from Mya. If you'd like to keep up to date...2022-08-0833 min

Into The WildA Chat with Indy Greene & George Hassall (Recorded Live at Global Birdfair 2022)I won't lie, this was like having Ant & Dec on the show BUT whilst at Global Birdfair it was great to sit down & talk with 2 people that have featured on the show before & to simply have a good chin wag about nature. Whilst having 2 people on that are under the category of "THE YOUTH", I wanted to grab the chance to ask Indy & George what it feels like to deal with the climate crisis at an age where they may well directly be impacted by it. If you'd like to keep up to date with...2022-08-0137 min

Into The WildThe First 1000 Acres by Real Wild Estates with Benedict MacDonald (Recorded Live at Global Birdfair)This is the first episode recorded LIVE at Global Birdfair 2022! There has been A LOT of talk & action for rewilding (or wilding, whichever you prefer) over the last few years with many different models, but one thing we haven't spoken much about on Into The Wild yet is how to do this......as a business model. Someone who has done this though is conservationist, author & head of nature restoration at Real Wild Estates, Benedict MacDonald. Benedict dives in to tell us about how Real Wild Estates works & what the focuses are for landowners they work...2022-07-2530 min

Into The WildWild City with Florence WilkinsonIt's no secret that I love talking about urban & city wildlife. Living in London, I like to shout about the nature that I get to see daily that others, in more rural areas, may not often see. So this week I was super excited to chat to author of Wild City & nature enthusiast Florence Wilkinson. Florence shared the reason why she wanted to create a book not only about wildlife in Urban areas, but about bizarre populations of certain species that seemed to thave thrived in city spaces in unusual ways. If you'd like to...2022-07-1846 min

Into The WildLadybirds with Prof. Helen RoyLadybirds are up there with the bumblebee as one of the most loved & celebrated insects. From lovable characters in kids films to being used as designs on kids clothing, you'd be hard to come by someone who doesn't know what one is. Joining me this week to shine some light on these fascinating beetles is president of the Royal Entomology Society, entomologist & ecologist, Prof. Helen Roy. Helen tells all on how ladybirds captured her heart & where her love for them has taken her. She also gives us the juicy gossip of the hidden world of several different...2022-07-111h 00

Into The WildAnimal Rights Activism within Conservation with Dominic DyerWE ARE BACK! I hope you missed Into The Wild because we missed you! Our annual break is done & now time to write about the show. If you are active on social media & follow nature & conservation content, then some of you may have noticed that animal rights activism is quite often connected with wildlife conservation, but how connected are they? To find out more I spoke with animal rights campaigner, Dominic Dyer. I asked Dom where he things we have got things right in the UK & where he believes we have got things...2022-07-0453 min

Into The WildRegenesis with George MonbiotBefore I sit & type the blurb to the show, I need to tell you that this episode is the last show until July. Ryan & Oscar are taking 4 weeks off to work on Into The Wild's big project, Beyond The Project. Speak to you in a month!! Farming. A global activity. For some people it is more than a job, it's a culture, a life, a family history but for the planet, could it be one of the most ecologically damaging? On our last episode before our mid year break, I speak with environmentalist & environmental journalist George Monbiot a...2022-05-3057 min

Into The WildInto The Foliage: Where The Wild Flowers Grow with Leif BerswedenWith it being the month of #NoMowMay & many people celebrating letting grasses & flowers grow in their gardens, Jan & Ryan thought it would be perfect to invite botanist & author back onto the show to talk about his upcoming new book, Where The Wild Flowers Grow. Leif tells us what we can expect from this new & exciting new book & what aims he has for the reader to take away. Leif unpacks the journey he went on to find rare wildflowers around the UK & Ireland during the challenging pandemic years & share a tale of how one flower, almost ended with h...2022-05-2347 min

Into The WildRight to Roam with Nadia Shaikh & Nick HayesWe bang on about connecting with nature & the importance to get outside & see. We CONSTANTLY say "people won't protect what they don't know about or love". So when you learn that in England, we (the public) only have access to 8% of the land......makes you a little bit concerned eh? Two people that think this is bonkers & are doing something I love (actually doing something about it) are Right to Roam campaigners Nadia Shaikh & Nick Hayes. Nadia & Nick explain all from why this means so much to them & what the real situation is out there regarding access...2022-05-1655 min

Into The WildSky Dancer Day & Writing for the Youth with Gill LewisOne thing it's easy to forget to do is actually stop & celebrate wildlife. Learn about it & go find it sure, but simply celebrate it or a majestic moment is easy to forget. On this week's episode we are making sure we absolutely do not forget to do that as we sit back & talk with vet, author & fan of the wildlife world, Gill Lewis about the upcoming Sky Dancer Day. Gill shares all about what this celebration is all about & what can be expected from this years event & also a bit more about another day later in the...2022-05-0940 min

Into The WildThe State of Nature with Dr George McGavinI often think to myself, "nature was in such a better way when I was a kid", which is likely not untrue however, was it great? Was it healthy? Was it rich? Or was it just better than it is now? All these questions fill my head so on today's episode, I decided to talk about just that with my guest, entomologist, zoologist & presenter, Dr George McGavin. George has a wealth of knowledge & experience in natural science & is also a man that could answer the very questions I have been pondering over about the state of nature...2022-05-0351 min

Into The WildInto The Foliage: Ryan & Jan Catch UpIt's come to that time when Jan & Ryan need to have a good old garden natter on Into The Foliage. No guest, just a good old chat about how Jan's allotment is going & the process with Ryan's community garden. To follow us on social media visit @intothewildpod for Twitter & @intothewildpodcast for Instagram. You can also find Jan on @janetgarnercomedy or Ryan on @mrryanjdalton Love the show or simply enjoyed this episode? You can buy us a coffee to say ta at https://ko-fi.com/intothewildpod MERCH: intothewildpodcast.teemill.com Into The Foliage i...2022-04-2540 min

Into The WildExploring Rockpools with Ben & Christophe from The Rockpool ProjectSpeaking personally, going exploring rockpools on the British coastline filled my childhood holidays & even now as a 32 year old man, I still get the same enjoyment out of lifting a rock to find a shore crab or admiring the many colours of anemones & seaweed. This week's episode is all about rockpools & joining me to go exploring is Ben Holt & Christophe Patterson from The Rockpool Project in Falmouth, UK. Chris & Ben share their combined knowledge to tell us all about what a rockpool is, what life we can find there & how The Rock Pool Project is working to...2022-04-191h 03

Into The WildSea Turtles & MISS Elasmo with Carlee JacksonBe honest with yourself, you LOVED Crush from Finding Nemo right? I certainly did. I thought it was about time I spoke about these wonderful & gentle ocean reptiles that are, sea turtles. Joining me on this week's episode is shark conservationist & sea turtle specialist Carlee Jackson, who also happens to be one of the founders of MISS Elasmo (Minorities In Shark Science). From where we can find them to what they eat AND what is being done to bring certain species back from the brink! We also got a chance to talk about the organisation...2022-04-1149 min

Into The WildEpisode 100!! Drunk Natural History with Lucy Lapwing, Dan O’Neill, Chantelle Lindsay & Isla HodgsonWell nerds, we did, welcome to the 100th episode of Into The Wild. There are many ways I could have celebrated this podcast milestone. A best of episode? A chat with one of my nature hero's? Heck, maybe even a live video episode......instead I decided to do what this London nature nut does best....I got drunk with some pals. Welcome to Drunk Natural History. A show where I test 4 naturalists against their wildlife knowledge & hear their funniest stories whilst we also have many drinks. Joining me for this special show is science communicator...2022-04-041h 49

Into The WildInto The Foliage: Hedgerows with Megan GimberWildlife evolves to adapt & survive in order to keep going & sometimes thos adaptations can be ending up relying on something we (humans) have created....rarely but sometimes the case. A perfect example of this in the UK is hedgerows. Joining Into The Foliage this month is Key Habitats Officer for People's Trust for Endangered Species, Megan Gimber. Megan shares her wealth of knowledge about hedgerows from why they exist in the first place to how important they are for wildlife. If you'd like to keep up to date with Megan's work than you can do...2022-03-2846 min

Into The WildWhite Storks with Lucy Groves (The White Stork Project)Connecting people with nature & wilding the UK are two topics that have dominated the wildlife news for years & one way we can talk about both those things, is by having a chat about white storks coming back to England after years of absence. Joining me to chat all about these impressive & much loved birds, is the project officer at The White Stork Project, Lucy Groves. Lucy explains to me the power these animals have as not only part of a wider ecosystem, but a way to draw people in to caring & wanting to protect the UK's biodiversity...2022-03-2150 min

Into The WildBringing Nature Back to the Lake District with Lee ScholefieldLand is the UK has changed massively over the years & a classic example of how drastic this change can be, is the hills, meadows & forests of the Lake District. On this week's show I talk with RSPB Haweswater site manager & author of Wild Fell, Lee Scholefield. Lee shares his insights into what it has been like taking over 2 farms on behalf of the RSPB & facing conflict with neighbouring farmers. He also tells us the history of land usage in the UK & why some areas, like the Lake District, have lost so much of their native fauna & flora.2022-03-1447 min

Into The WildA Chat with City Girl in Nature (Kwesia)We all have our own ways of connecting with nature. Whether we simply like to go for a walk or enjoy foraging for wild food or evening immersing physically like cold water swimming (yuck). One person that has been exploring how people engage with nature in their lives is Kwesia aka City Girl in Nature. Kwesia has been making a fabulous online series that focuses on inner city people & their relationship to nature. In this chat, Kwesia & I share our love for London's green spaces & discuss her own connection to the natural world & what it means to...2022-03-0741 min

Into The WildInto The Foliage: No Dig with Charles DowdingWhen gardening, we are always looking for plant friendly ways to grow our plants. Whether that be how we manage them, what we put on them or even......how we work with the soil. On this month's episode of Into The Foliage, Jan & I were super honored to have guru of organic gardening & the man who got No Dig into the mainstream world, Charles Dowding. Charles tells us both why he loves the no dig method for gardening & how it can help the planet. He also gives us his top tips for growing your own food, & since...2022-02-2851 min

Into The WildKilling The Shepherd with Tom OpreIt's not the first time that Into The Wild has discussed hunting. We've certainly not shied away from the topic because let's face it, whether we like it or not, legal hunting exists & whilst I'd never hunt, nor do I even eat meat & I think hunting as an activity is a bit "mate really?", it's still something I like to talk about as it affects, in numerous ways, wildlife. On this episode, I talk with filmmaker & founder of Shepherds of Wildlife Society Tom Opre about his new film, Killing The Shepherd. This film looks at a community...2022-02-211h 07

Into The WildPeople Power with Francisca RockeyI may have said this before, but in recent years, I have learnt more about how people are a great part of nature & without the knowledge that some people have about the environments, sustainable use of natural resources & overall connection to the natural world, we really wouldn't stand a chance of saving this planet. On today's show I am joined by campaigner & geographer, Francisca Rockey to discuss the power of putting indigenous people at the heart of wildlife conservation. We discuss not only what the benefits are but what the impacts can be if this is not...2022-02-1448 min

Into The WildNature Room 101: Round 3 with Sophie Pavelle & Leif BerswedenIt's time to open up the volt of Nature Room 101 once more as my guests & I sit down to discuss 3 topics of nature, pick something that grinds our gears the most & the vote to decide which one goes into Nature Room 101 forever!! Joining me on this episode is botanist & author Leif Bersweden & science communicator & author Sophie Pavelle, where we discuss our Habitat Hates, Green Wash Gripes & Mammal Snores! If you'd like to keep up to date with Sophie & Leif then you can follow them on Twitter & Instagram @LeifBersweden / @LeifBersweden @Sophiepavs / @Sophiepavs To follow...2022-02-071h 04

Into The WildInto The Foliage: Ryan & Kel’s New Community GardenThis is a special episode of Into The Foliage as Jan & Ryan are joined by Kelly Georgia (Ryan's best pal) to talking about their new 2022 project, a community garden in the heart of Islington, North London. Kelly explains all of how the idea came about, what the plans are & why this has been something on her radar for some time now. Ryan shares his sides of things which is of course, the wildlife aspect. Explaining what we he will be adding & what he hopes to see join the garden within the year. Kelly & Ryan also get as...2022-01-311h 00

Into The WildOur Planet in Space & Pride in STEMI KNOW it sounds odd that a wildlife, nature & conservation podcast to talk about.....space but on this episode I chat with astrophysicist & chair of Pride in STEM Dr Alfredo Carpineti about the wonders of our galaxy & how understanding life on THIS planet, can tell us about how things work....you know....way up there. This chat was absolutely mind blowing & I loved getting a chance to ask Alfredo some questions about space that, to be honest, I've been dying to ask someone. We also touched on the great organisation of Pride in STEM which...2022-01-2458 min

Into The WildSustainability in the House with Emma Brisdion"You should be doing more!" "It starts at home!" So many times we are told we should be helping the planet in our lives & often that means it starts in the place we spend most of our time.....our house. On this week's episode I am joined by podcaster & environmental science communicator, Emma Brisdion. Emma was the perfect person for this show having co hosted an environmental & sustainability podcast, For What It's Earth Pod From what Emma has learned from running a podcast, to her top tips for making sure elements...2022-01-1756 min

Into The WildSea Birds with Ben PorterHappy New Year Nature Nerds! After a festive break where I stuffed my face with food on the hour, every hour & drank a rather adequate amount, Into The Wild is back! They come in a variety of shapes, sizes & colours. They spend the majourity of their time out over the waves & come together in the masses when it's time to get busy! Our first episode of 2022 is of course about, sea birds. Joining me to dive into their world is naturalist & wildlife photographer Ben Porter. Ben shines some light of how these incredible...2022-01-1058 min

Into The WildCommunity Conservation with Madison Bowden ParryWell, we made it. The last episode of Into The Wild for 2021. 12 months, 50 episodes & almost 30,000 downloads. A massive thank you to everyone who listens, shares & sends love. It's always tough to decide what to talk about for the last episode of the year, but after a quick think of what some of the main nature topics have been this year, I suddenly thought, community based conservation. It's something that has, rightfully, been pushed forward as a priority & spoken about a lot when working with nature so why not end the year of that. For this...2021-12-2037 min