Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast

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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Follow The Giraffe Conservation Foundation on Twitter @Save_Giraffe ! 

Learn more about their work @ https://giraffeconservation.org 

Watch 'Giraffe: A Silent Extinction': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jFGfxk3qNoo 

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/song/4072-monkoto License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ AngloZulu by Kevin MacLeod, Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3372-anglozulu License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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 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/song/4072-monkoto License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ AngloZulu by Kevin MacLeod, Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3372-anglozulu License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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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Follow The Marine Conservation Society on Social Media @mcsuk ! 

Learn more about their work @ https://www.mcsuk.org 

Check out the Good Fish Guide @ https://www.mcsuk.org/goodfishguide/ 

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/song/4072-monkoto License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ AngloZulu by Kevin MacLeod, Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3372-anglozulu License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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/song/4072-monkoto License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ AngloZulu by Kevin MacLeod, Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3372-anglozulu License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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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Learn more about St. Andrews @ https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/graduate-school/

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/song/4072-monkoto License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ AngloZulu by Kevin MacLeod, Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3372-anglozulu License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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 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/song/4072-monkoto License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ AngloZulu by Kevin MacLeod, Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3372-anglozulu License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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:  "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/song/4072-monkoto License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ AngloZulu by Kevin MacLeod, Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3372-anglozulu License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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 about The Wildwood Trust here: https://wildwoodtrust.org/ 

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/song/4072-monkoto License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ AngloZulu by Kevin MacLeod, Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3372-anglozulu License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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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Follow 'The Giant Armadillo Conservation Project' on Social Media, @Projetotatucanastra on Instagram & Facebook!

Learn more about The Giant Armadillo Conservation Project: https://www.giantarmadillo.org/ 

Learn more about Arnaud's work with the RZSS: https://www.rzss.org.uk/conservation/our-projects/project-search/rzss-conservation-research-team/conservation-staff/dr-arnaud-desbiez/   

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/song/4072-monkoto License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ AngloZulu by Kevin MacLeod, Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3372-anglozulu License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/