The Pangolin Podcast

In this episode, host Toby Jermyn welcomes wildlife photographer and National Geographic Explorer Thomas Nicolon to the Pangolin Podcast. Based in southern France, Thomas shares his experiences documenting the fragile bond between humanity and the natural world, focusing heavily on his work in the Congo Basin. 

In a unique turn for the podcast, Toby and Thomas meet for the first time on air, discussing Thomas's path from journalism to earning National Geographic grants and his future expeditions to the DRC and Cameroon. 

Here is a link to a gallery of Thomas's images: https://pangolin.smugmug.com/SmugMug-Website/Pangolin-Podcast/Thomas-Nicolon/Meet-the-Pro-Thomas-Nicolon

CONNECT WITH THOMAS

• https://www.thomasnicolon.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/thomasnicolon/
• https://www.youtube.com/@thomas.nicolon

Thomas shares four of his own powerful images, including a portrait of the exceptionally old habituated western lowland gorilla, Kingo, taken shortly before his death, and a dramatic shot of a forest elephant at a Congo research camp that later charged his team. He also discusses the logistics of GPS-collaring forest elephants, tips for rainforest photography, and selects an admired sunset giraffe image by David Chancellor as his "guest" photo. 

GUEST IMAGE

Sunset Giraffe by David Chancellor

• https://www.davidchancellor.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/chancellordavid/

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Africa's premier photo safari operator and lodge owner.

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We are Pangolin Wildlife Photography, based in the Chobe, Northern Botswana. When we are not making videos for our channel, we host our guests and clients from all over the world on our Wildlife Photography safaris throughout Botswana and the rest of Africa—and sometimes beyond!

Learn More about our safaris here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/BZ-Safaris

Love wildlife photography? Join us in the Pangolin Photo Club, a friendly, free-to-join community where you can share your images, learn, and take part in the conservation work of Pangolin Africa. Join us here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/photo-club-bz

Hosted by Toby Jermyn, this episode of the Pangolin Podcast features wildlife photographer, filmmaker, and Canon Ambassador, Dani Connor, known for her viral red squirrel stories from northern Sweden.

CONNECT WITH DANI
https://www.daniconnorwild.com/
https://www.instagram.com/daniconnorwild/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx9JiwPgJHy4cMThY4nmQmA

Here is a link to a gallery of Dani's images: https://pangolin.smugmug.com/SmugMug-Website/Pangolin-Podcast/Dani-Connor/Meet-the-Pro-Dani-Connor

Dani shares her experience hand-rearing a squirrel named Roo. She also discusses an image from her first safari in Zambia, and another image from an East Greenland expedition.

Dani talks about building a career through cinematic storytelling on YouTube, becoming a Canon Ambassador, and choosing a polar bear photograph as her admired guest image, before naming her ideal “humble dwelling” location.

GUEST IMAGE
Marco Gaiotti
https://www.instagram.com/marcogaiotti_naturephotography/
https://www.facebook.com/MarcoGaiottiPhotography/

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We are Pangolin Wildlife Photography, based in the Chobe, Northern Botswana. When we are not making videos for our channel, we host our guests and clients from all over the world on our Wildlife Photography safaris throughout Botswana and the rest of Africa—and sometimes beyond!

Learn More about our safaris here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/BZ-Safaris

Love wildlife photography? Join us in the Pangolin Photo Club, a friendly, free-to-join community where you can share your images, learn, and take part in the conservation work of Pangolin Africa. Join us here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/photo-club-bz

In his episode, host Toby Jermyn welcomes Pangolin Photo Host Sabine Stols, a German-born wildlife photographer who transitioned from cruise-ship people photography to a full-time nature career with her husband, Charl. The couple have spent the last 10 years hosting with Pangolin Photo Safaris. 

Here is a link to a gallery of Sabine's images: https://pangolin.smugmug.com/SmugMug-Website/Pangolin-Podcast/Sabine-Stols/Meet-the-Pro-Sabine-Stols

CONNECT WITH SABINE
https://www.instagram.com/sabine_stols/
https://www.pangolinphoto.com/sabine-stols

Sabine shares four favourite images chosen for the praise they received from fellow photographers. She discusses balancing stills and video, the growing demand for video, and selects Hannes Lochner’s backlit lion-breath image as her admired “guest” photo. 

GUEST IMAGE
Roar by Hannes Lochner
www.hanneslochner.com
https://www.instagram.com/hannes_lochner/

Join our growing community of wildlife photography enthusiasts by signing up for the Friday Focus newsletter which Is full of camera gear advice, photo tips, and safari specials around the world. 

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We are Pangolin Wildlife Photography, based in the Chobe, Northern Botswana. When we are not making videos for our channel, we host our guests and clients from all over the world on our Wildlife Photography safaris throughout Botswana and the rest of Africa—and sometimes beyond!

Learn More about our safaris here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/BZ-Safaris

Love wildlife photography? Join us in the Pangolin Photo Club, a friendly, free-to-join community where you can share your images, learn, and take part in the conservation work of Pangolin Africa. Join us here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/photo-club-bz

Host Toby Jermyn welcomes South African photographer Wim van den Heever, who won Wildlife Photographer of the Year with a haunting brown hyena image made over 10 years using a difficult camera-trap setup in Namibia’s abandoned Kolmanskop.

Connect with Wim:
WimvandenHeever.com
https://www.instagram.com/wim_van_den_heever/

The Pangolin Podcast was produced and edited by Bella Falk: https://www.passportandpixels.com

View a gallery of the images discussed in this episode:
https://pangolin.smugmug.com/SmugMug-Website/Pangolin-Podcast/Wim-van-den-Heever

Wim also shares the technical challenges of camera trapping, including balancing distant security light with flashes, working at 15-second exposures, and enduring sand, lost gear, and countless failures before seeing the winning frame. He also discusses predicting behaviour, his shift from stock photography to hosting and fine-art print sales, and a shot made with a submerged wide-angle camera triggered remotely.

Listen out for a very special giveaway from Pangolin Photo Safaris and Wim van den Heever.

GUEST IMAGE
Polar Reflections by Paul Nicklen
https://paulnicklen.com/
https://www.instagram.com/paulnicklen/ 

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Welcome to Pangolin Podcast
• 03:31 First Image - Ghost Town Visitor
• 14:23 Second Image - The Final Leap
• 24:06 Third Image - A Leap of Lechwe
• 30:42 Fourth Image - Craig
• 35:46 Guest Image - Polar Reflections
• 39:20 Dream Home

Join our growing community of wildlife photography enthusiasts by signing up for the Friday Focus newsletter which Is full of camera gear advice, photo tips, and safari specials around the world. 

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We are Pangolin Wildlife Photography, based in the Chobe, Northern Botswana. When we are not making videos for our channel, we host our guests and clients from all over the world on our Wildlife Photography safaris throughout Botswana and the rest of Africa—and sometimes beyond!

Learn More about our safaris here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/BZ-Safaris

Love wildlife photography? Join us in the Pangolin Photo Club, a friendly, free-to-join community where you can share your images, learn, and take part in the conservation work of Pangolin Africa. Join us here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/photo-club-bz

In this episode of the Pangolin Podcast, host Toby Jermyn welcomes Botswana-born wildlife photographer and Pangolin photo host, Walter Aaron. Growing up in the heart of the Okavango Delta, Walter’s lifelong connection to nature led him to become a safari guide, where he discovered a deep passion for capturing the incredible wildlife around him. Today, he is a resident photo host in the Chobe, where he mentors the next generation of Batswana photographers.

Connect with Walter:
https://www.instagram.com/waltersphotography22/

The Pangolin Podcast was produced and edited by Bella Falk: https://www.passportandpixels.com

View a gallery of the images discussed in this episode:
https://pangolin.smugmug.com/SmugMug-Website/Pangolin-Podcast/Walter-Aaron

In this episode, Walter shares the stories behind four of his favorite personal photographs and one image by a fellow photographer that he deeply admires. He also discusses his love for low-angle photography—sometimes even touching his camera to the water to get the perfect shot—and what it’s like being a homegrown photo host in one of the world’s premier wildlife destinations.

GUEST IMAGE
Charl Stols
https://www.instagram.com/charl_stols/
https://www.facebook.com/CharlStolsNaturePhotography/

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Introduction to the Pangolin Podcast
• 01:02 Guest Introduction: Walter Aaron
• 03:01 Choosing the Perfect Wildlife Photos
• 04:17 The First Image: Leopard Cub in Chobe
• 09:30 The Second Image: Low-Angle African Jacana
• 15:02 The Third Image: Wide-Angle Lions in the Okavango Delta
• 20:15 The Fourth Image: Buffalo vs Crocodile
• 25:20 Advice for Aspiring Wildlife Photographers
• 28:45 Mentoring the Next Generation in Botswana
• 32:10 The Final Image: A Photo Walter Admired
• 35:50 Conclusion

Join our growing community of wildlife photography enthusiasts by signing up for the Friday Focus newsletter which Is full of camera gear advice, photo tips, and safari specials around the world. 

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We are Pangolin Wildlife Photography, based in the Chobe, Northern Botswana. When we are not making videos for our channel, we host our guests and clients from all over the world on our Wildlife Photography safaris throughout Botswana and the rest of Africa—and sometimes beyond!

Learn More about our safaris here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/BZ-Safaris

Love wildlife photography? Join us in the Pangolin Photo Club, a friendly, free-to-join community where you can share your images, learn, and take part in the conservation work of Pangolin Africa. Join us here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/photo-club-bz

In this episode of the Pangolin Podcast, host Toby Jermyn welcomes South African wildlife and landscape photographer, Mark Dumbleton. Based in Hoedspruit, Mark is best known for his powerful images of African wildlife and dramatic natural scenes. With nearly two decades of experience, he combines a deep love of the wilderness with a strong emphasis on teaching, helping photographers around the world capture and edit stronger images through his YouTube channel, online courses, and guided photo safaris.

Connect with Mark:

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MarkDumbletonPhoto 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markdumbletonphoto 
• Website: www.markdumbleton.com

The Pangolin Podcast was produced and edited by Bella Falk: https://www.passportandpixels.com

View a gallery of the images discussed in this episode:
https://pangolin.smugmug.com/SmugMug-Website/Website-Pages/Meet-the-Pro-Mark-Dumbleton

In the podcast, Mark discusses the stories behind four of his favourite photographs and one he admires by another photographer. He shares insights into the technical challenges of capturing these moments, his philosophy on visual storytelling, and the significance of having his work featured on the cover of the 2023 coffee-table book "Remembering Leopards".

Guest Image
Mark selects a breath-taking image by photographer Greg du Toit as one he deeply admires.
https://www.gregdutoit.com/
https://www.instagram.com/wildernessdreaming/

Greg’s podcast episode
https://pangolinpodcast.buzzsprout.com/2527088/episodes/18460408-meet-the-pro-greg-du-toit

Mark’s Lightroom course
https://www.markdumbleton.com/the-wildlife-edit-course

Hannes Lochner’s episode
https://pangolinpodcast.buzzsprout.com/2527088/episodes/17715389-meet-the-pro-hannes-lochner

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Introduction to the Pangolin Podcast 
• 01:09 Guest Introduction: Mark Dumbleton 
• 03:14 Choosing the Perfect Wildlife Photos 
• 04:11 The First Image: After the Feast
• 13:20 The Second Image: Dramatic Mara 
• 17:39 The Third Image: Marauding Buffalo
• 22:58 The Fourth Image: A Close Call With Death
• 27:53 Advice for Aspiring Wildlife Photographers 
• 32:36 The Final Image (Greg du Toit) and Conclusion  

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Africa's premier photo safari operator and lodge owner.

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Join our growing community of wildlife photography enthusiasts by signing up for the Friday Focus newsletter which Is full of camera gear advice, photo tips, and safari specials around the world. 

https://link.pangolinphoto.com/Pod-Community

We are Pangolin Wildlife Photography, based in the Chobe, Northern Botswana. When we are not making videos for our channel, we host our guests and clients from all over the world on our Wildlife Photography safaris throughout Botswana and the rest of Africa—and sometimes beyond!

Learn More about our safaris here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/BZ-Safaris

Love wildlife photography? Join us in the Pangolin Photo Club, a friendly, free-to-join community where you can share your images, learn, and take part in the conservation work of Pangolin Africa. Join us here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/photo-club-bz

In this episode of the Pangolin Podcast, host Toby Jermyn chats to Pangolin’s own photo host, Pusetso “Miss P” Nteta, a young and exciting Botswana native who has grown from short term intern status to full-time guide and excellent wildlife photographer. She chats about her journey, her goals and her favourite photographs.

Here is a link to a gallery of Pusetso’s images: https://pangolin.smugmug.com/SmugMug-Website/Website-Pages/Meet-the-Pro-Pusetso-Nteta

Since the recording of this episode, Pusetso has gotten married and going forward will be using the name Pusetso Whittle. We wish her a hearty congratulations!

Connect with Pusetso:
• https://www.pangolinphoto.com/pusetso-nteta
• https://www.instagram.com/pusetso_whittle_photography/

The Pangolin Podcast was produced and edited by Bella Falk: https://www.passportandpixels.com

In this podcast, Pusetso discusses her journey to becoming a photo host at Pangolin, her four favourite photographs, and her passion for wildlife and Chobe. She also talks about being mentored by Janine Krayer - https://www.pangolinphoto.com/janine-krayer

Pusetso chats about how shows uses Adobe Lightroom Classic for editing. Click here to take a FREE online course from Pangolin Photo Academy - https://link.pangolinphoto.com/4adTGhB

Pusetso also co-presents Wildlife Photography for Beginners, another great FREE online course on the Pangolin Photo Academy website https://link.pangolinphoto.com/3Me8PY2

00:00 Introduction
01:05 Guest Introduction: Pusetso Nteta
02:30 A Brief History of Pusetso’s Journey
03:47 The First Image: Yellow Billed Stork
09:53 The Second Image: Wild Dogs
19:01 The Third Image: Lions at Sunset
26:23 The Fourth Image: Elephant Silhouette
32:52 The Final Image and Conclusion

Join our growing community of wildlife photography enthusiasts by signing up for the Friday Focus newsletter which Is full of camera gear advice, photo tips, and safari specials around the world. 

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We are Pangolin Wildlife Photography, based in the Chobe, Northern Botswana. When we are not making videos for our channel, we host our guests and clients from all over the world on our Wildlife Photography safaris throughout Botswana and the rest of Africa—and sometimes beyond!

Learn More about our safaris here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/BZ-Safaris

Love wildlife photography? Join us in the Pangolin Photo Club, a friendly, free-to-join community where you can share your images, learn, and take part in the conservation work of Pangolin Africa. Join us here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/photo-club-bz

In this episode of the Pangolin Podcast, host Toby Jermyn welcomes South African wildlife photographer, safari guide, and educator Villiers Steyn. Villiers shares his journey from pursuing a background in nature conservation to becoming a full-time YouTuber through his brand, the Safari Expert. 

Here is a link to a gallery of Villiers' images: https://pangolin.smugmug.com/SmugMug-Website/Website-Pages/Meet-the-Pro-Villiers-Steyn

In the podcast, Villiers discusses his top four favourite photographs, including the technical challenges behind capturing a herd of elephants drinking under the Milky Way and the beauty of a tigress in an Indian jungle. Villiers also provides insight and advice for aspiring wildlife photographers on how to succeed in the industry. 

If you are interested in joining us on safari, then click here: https://bit.ly/4c0xhXn

Connect with Villiers: 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheSafariExpert
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesafariexpert
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesafariexpert
Website: https://www.thesafariexpert.co.za

Guest Image
https://www.pangolinphoto.com/sabine-stols
Sabine Stols https://www.instagram.com/sabine_stols/

The Pangolin Podcast was produced and edited by Bella Falk: https://www.passportandpixels.com

Join our growing community of wildlife photography enthusiasts by signing up for the Friday Focus newsletter which Is full of camera gear advice, photo tips, and safari specials around the world. 

https://link.pangolinphoto.com/Pod-Community

We are Pangolin Wildlife Photography, based in the Chobe, Northern Botswana. When we are not making videos for our channel, we host our guests and clients from all over the world on our Wildlife Photography safaris throughout Botswana and the rest of Africa—and sometimes beyond!

Learn More about our safaris here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/BZ-Safaris

Love wildlife photography? Join us in the Pangolin Photo Club, a friendly, free-to-join community where you can share your images, learn, and take part in the conservation work of Pangolin Africa. Join us here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/photo-club-bz

Meet The Pro with Wildlife Photographer Greg du Toit. Join Toby Jermyn on the latest episode of the Pangolin Podcast featuring an in-depth conversation with award-winning wildlife photographer Greg du Toit. 

Here is a link to a gallery of Greg's images: https://pangolin.smugmug.com/SmugMug-Website/Website-Pages/Meet-the-Pro-Greg-Du-Toit

Win a signed copy of Greg's book, "Wilderness Dreaming". Answer this one simple question, and we will do a draw to see who the lucky winner is. 

Click here to see the question: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/Greg-du-Toit

If you would like to be kept informed of our new video releases, then please join our community by clicking here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/YTcommunity

If you are interested in joining us on safari, then click here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/YTsafari 

The Pangolin Podcast was produced and edited by Bella Falk: https://www.passportandpixels.com

Discover Greg's exceptional journey through Africa's wild places, his unique in-camera style, and the stories behind his iconic photographs, including his thrilling accounts of sitting in waterholes and capturing intimate wildlife moments. 

Connect with Greg
https://www.gregdutoit.com/
https://www.instagram.com/wildernessdreaming/

GUEST IMAGE
by David Lloyd
https://davidlloyd.net/ 
https://www.instagram.com/davidlloyd/

Buy Greg's book: https://www.gregdutoit.com/african-wildlife-photographer-private-safari-guide-bio/wilderness-dreaming/

Tune in to hear about his inspiration, the importance of appreciating the little things in nature, and the fusion of artistry and photography. Plus, learn about the image he wishes he had taken himself and his favourite remote location in Ruaha National Park. Don't miss this insightful and inspirational episode with one of the finest wildlife photographers.

Join our growing community of wildlife photography enthusiasts by signing up for the Friday Focus newsletter which Is full of camera gear advice, photo tips, and safari specials around the world. 

https://link.pangolinphoto.com/Pod-Community

We are Pangolin Wildlife Photography, based in the Chobe, Northern Botswana. When we are not making videos for our channel, we host our guests and clients from all over the world on our Wildlife Photography safaris throughout Botswana and the rest of Africa—and sometimes beyond!

Learn More about our safaris here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/BZ-Safaris

Love wildlife photography? Join us in the Pangolin Photo Club, a friendly, free-to-join community where you can share your images, learn, and take part in the conservation work of Pangolin Africa. Join us here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/photo-club-bz

Join host Toby Jermyn in this captivating episode of the Pangolin Podcast as he chats with Jongman, a renowned wildlife photographer from Botswana. Discover how Jongman transitioned from architecture to photography, his creative process, and the unique challenges he faces in the field.

Here is a link to a gallery of Jongman's images: https://pangolin.smugmug.com/SmugMug-Website/Website-Pages/Meet-the-Pro-Jongman

In this episode, Jongman shares his top four favourite images, the stories behind them, and an inspiring photo taken by a photographer he admires. Whether you're a seasoned photographer or just a nature enthusiast, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration. Don't forget to subscribe and visit the link in the description for more wildlife photography content!

Connect with Jongman
www.pangolinphoto.com/thatayaone-jongman
www.instagram.com/the_roadtripperbw

Guest image by William Steel
https://www.williamsteelphotography.com/
www.instagram.com/williamsteelphotography

The Pangolin Podcast was produced and edited by Bella Falk: https://www.passportandpixels.com

Join our growing community of wildlife photography enthusiasts by signing up for the Friday Focus newsletter which Is full of camera gear advice, photo tips, and safari specials around the world. 

https://link.pangolinphoto.com/Pod-Community

We are Pangolin Wildlife Photography, based in the Chobe, Northern Botswana. When we are not making videos for our channel, we host our guests and clients from all over the world on our Wildlife Photography safaris throughout Botswana and the rest of Africa—and sometimes beyond!

Learn More about our safaris here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/BZ-Safaris

Love wildlife photography? Join us in the Pangolin Photo Club, a friendly, free-to-join community where you can share your images, learn, and take part in the conservation work of Pangolin Africa. Join us here: https://link.pangolinphoto.com/photo-club-bz