Coexistence: Podcast Episode Collection
Let's be realistic: how can humans and wildlife learn to live together? These episodes dive deep with the specialists who are leading the charge.
Coexisting with Europe’s Large Carnivores with John Linnell, PhD
Exploring Carnivore Coexistence on a Global Scale with Miha Krofel, PhD
How to Coexist with North America’s Bears with Stewart Breck, PhD
Lions, Wild Dogs, Vultures and Communities: Conserving Botswana’s Iconic Wildlife with Glyn Maude, PhD
Saving Sharks through Sciene & Community-Based Tourism with Frida Lara, PhD
Saving Snow Leopards: From Conflict to Coexistence with Tshiring Lama
Wolves of the American West: Politics & Preservation with Aaron Bott; Wildest Hits Vol. 4
Coexisting with Europe’s Large Carnivores with John Linnell, PhD
Where is the one place in Europe that you most want to see? Possibly you routinely daydream about visiting Paris to take in the sights and indulge in some incredible French cuisine. Maybe you’re a downhill skier and dream of one day hitting the Alps. Or, perhaps, your goal is to see the open Scottish…
Exploring Carnivore Coexistence on a Global Scale with Miha Krofel, PhD
Our species has coexisted with carnivores for as long as we’ve walked on this planet, and as the globe’s top predator, we’ve developed an interesting relationship with carnivores; a mix of fear, reverence, persecution, and admiration. As we allow carnivores to return to their native territories, we are relearning how to coexist with predators.Even though…
How to Coexist with North America’s Bears with Stewart Breck, PhD
It is officially springtime in the Northern Hemisphere and bears all across the region are waking up from hibernation. Depending on your view of bears, this news either excites you, concerns you, or means nothing to you. Me, I’m personally excited as all get out! I love watching my social media blow up with the…
Lions, Wild Dogs, Vultures and Communities: Conserving Botswana’s Iconic Wildlife with Glyn Maude, PhD
Deep in the heart of Botswana’s vast wilderness, a pack of painted wolves emerges from the bush. In the distance, the roar of a lion signals he’s out patrolling his territory. These incredible hunters – the African wild dog and the lion – are among the most revered yet endangered species on the continent. But…
Saving Sharks through Sciene & Community-Based Tourism with Frida Lara, PhD
We are in the heart of our Women in Conservation Science series and today’s conversation is as heartwarming as it is educational. In this episode, we are sitting down with Frida Lara, PhD, shark expert, tour guide, and Co-Founder of Orgcas. Frida grew up with a strong love of the sea and always knew she…
Saving Snow Leopards: From Conflict to Coexistence with Tshiring Lama
They call them the guardians of the mountains: Nepal’s snow leopards, masters of camouflage in a landscape that seems to touch the sky. For centuries, these cats were seen as enemies of the shepherds who work these peaks. But in the remote region of Dolpo, a pioneering conservationist is rewriting this ancient narrative, turning conflict…
Wolves of the American West: Politics & Preservation with Aaron Bott; Wildest Hits Vol. 4
This episode had to be included in the Wildest Hits series! Originally released in April 2022, my chat with Aaron Bott had the most downloads and shares across the internet for the show. Why? Aaron is a wolf expert and grew up on a ranch just outside of Yellowstone. He understands why people hate and…