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Cassandra Ray shares exactly how she turned her passion for animals into a career that's taken her across the globe—from zoos and wildlife rehabilitation to conservation projects in Thailand and Costa Rica.

In this episode you'll learn:
 🦥 How to land wildlife internships
 🌍 How to travel the world through conservation
 🦜 The best way to break into a wildlife career
 🧭 How internships can change your future
 🐢 The truth about working in wildlife conservation

Whether you dream of becoming a zoologist, wildlife biologist, veterinarian, conservationist, or simply want to work with animals overseas, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiring stories.

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▶️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/casanimaladventures/

▶️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567946146382&ref=PRODASH_UPSELL_xav_ig_profile_page_web#

👍 Like, subscribe, and share if you're passionate about wildlife, conservation, and adventure.

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Join me as I sit down with Kirstiana Ward, a managing lawyer from the Environmental Defenders Office (EDO), to discuss her inspiring career journey and the fight for environmental justice in Australia.

Kirstiana shares how she went from diving on the Great Barrier Reef to becoming a leading voice in conservation law.

Highlights You Can't Miss:
Landmark Legal Victories 🏛️
Learn about the pivotal Bimblebox case where the EDO successfully challenged Clive Palmer's coal mine. The ruling protected the area based on the cultural and human rights of First Nations communities and the climate change impacts.

Discover the successful intervention that protected the habitat of the Kuranda Tree Frog from inappropriate development near a World Heritage Area.

Law, Justice, and Nature ⚖️
Kirstiana explains the EDO's work as a community legal center and charity, advancing laws to protect the environment and providing legal services to communities.

Explore the vital link between having the right to a healthy environment and protecting the cultural rights of First Nations people.


The Path to Activism 🧭
Hear about the tough decision to leave private practice and take a low-paying, full-time job to join the EDO—a move driven by a passion for justice.

Get practical advice on how to get started in the conservation movement, including the importance of getting the right tickets for work on boats and finding your "tribe".

Kirstiana is motivated by a lifelong love for nature , a conviction for equity and justice , and the goal to stop "big business, in it for the money" from thriving at the expense of people and nature

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Get ready for an eye-opening episode of the Workers Wildlife podcast as we sit down with Marik Kilian, a professional snake catcher from South Africa.

Often, when people see a snake, they run the other way. But Marik does the complete opposite. Dealing with the deadly on a daily basis, Marik is on a mission to change people's perspectives, reduce fear, and promote coexistence with snakes and other wildlife.

In this conversation, we cover:

Snake Catching in South Africa: Hear what it's truly like to be a self-funded, on-call professional snake catcher in an area where nature runs integrated with the city.

Promoting Coexistence: Marik shares his approach to educating clients and followers, emphasizing empathy and understanding to turn fear into fascination.

Tales from the Field: We dive into a funny story involving a highly venomous snake in a "Wendy house" (a small wooden hut) and a serious, grueling call that highlights the challenges of the job.

The Future of Wildlife Education: Discover Marik's long-term vision for his social media channel, @WildMarik (YouTube and Instagram), and his goal to use creative projects to build a greater connection to wildlife conservation.

Overrated/Underrated Quickfire: We wrap up with quick takes on topics like ball pythons as pets, getting bitten for views, and living off-grid.

Tune in to hear how Marik Kilian is making a difference, one snake rescue at a time!

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➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildmarik/
➡️Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marik.untamed?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

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le Wilson is an Australian Gold Prospector, Cultural Heritage Field Officer, and star of Aussie Gold Hunters. With a lifelong love for wildlife and adventure, Kyle blends outback grit with a deep respect for Australia’s natural and cultural heritage — a true modern-day Indiana Jones.

From ranger work to gold prospecting, Kyle reveals the real-world challenges of artisanal mining — permits, high startup costs, and the thrill of discovery. As a Cultural Heritage Officer, he shares what it’s like to uncover ancient artifacts and step back in time to experience Australia’s oldest stories firsthand.

He also opens up about restarting his life in his 20s and 30s to chase his passion — proving it’s never too late to pursue purpose over comfort.

🧭 Main Takeaway:
Learn how Kyle combines gold prospecting, wildlife conservation, and cultural heritage into one extraordinary career — and how you can do the same.

Subscribe to the Working With Wildlife Podcast for more inspiring stories, and follow Kyle Wilson on social media to see his epic outback adventures.

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Escape the cubicle and dive into the wild life you've always dreamed of! 🌊 Join Jaedon in this inspiring episode of Working With Wildlife as he chats with James Lowe, an eco-tourism business owner and passionate underwater photographer based in Cape Town, South Africa—or as he calls it, "Kelp Town." James shares his incredible journey from a self-proclaimed shy geology graduate to a globally-traveled expedition lecturer on cruise ships, a role that forced him to overcome his fear of public speaking in a spectacularly memorable, sweat-inducing moment!

Discover how an initial, expensive leap of faith into underwater photography led to a thriving career documenting the biodiverse beauty of the Cape Peninsula's kelp forests. James dives deep into his unique, patient approach to getting spectacular shots, revealing why he prioritizes composition and letting the marine wildlife come to him, rather than chasing the perfect subject. He also discusses the transformative impact of his career, providing insights into starting an eco-tourism business and connecting people intimately with the natural environment. Learn how this commitment to passion and patience can change the trajectory of your life.

Subscribe for more stories of wildlife conservation and connection! 🐋

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➡️Prints Website: https://kelptown.com/collections/digital-prints
➡️Tours Website: https://kelptown.com/pages/kelp-forest-snorkel-experiences-in-cape-town
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What does it really mean to eat seafood ethically — and can the way we farm fish actually help save the oceans?

In this episode, I sit down with Wasseem Emam, an expert in aquaculture ethics with over 15 years of international experience. Wasseem has dedicated his career to transforming how the world views seafood — from the sentience of fish to the systems that farm them.

we dive deep into:
• What sentience really means in aquatic life
• The moral and environmental challenges of aquaculture
• Wasseem’s personal journey from research to reform

🎯 Main Takeaway:
You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of seafood ethics — and how you, too, can make choices that support both wildlife and the world’s oceans.

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➡️Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ethicalseafoodresearch
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➡️Website: https://ethicalseafoodresearch.com

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• FAI Farms’ Tilapia Welfare App
https://www.mytilapia.farm
• latest reports
https://ethicalseafoodresearch.com/media-centre

• Stay tuned for the upcoming Aquaculture Activity Book and latest FAI reports — links coming soon!

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If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your passion for animals into a real career, this episode is for you. Conservation biologist Kate Sheridan joins me to share her journey and the lessons she’s learned working on the frontlines of wildlife conservation. With a heart for rhino protection, Kate is passionate about helping people find their own path into working with wildlife.

We cover:
- The skills that make you stand out when applying for wildlife jobs
- The ongoing fight against rhino poaching
- Hard-won lessons from life as a wildlife biologist

By the end of this conversation, you’ll have a clearer idea of how you, too, can work in conservation biology—and take real steps toward making wildlife your career.

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What does it take to dedicate your career to saving wildlife? 🐾 In this episode, I sit down with Dr Stephen van Mil — a wildlife veterinarian, entrepreneur, and TV personality — to uncover the passion, challenges, and big-picture vision behind his work.

We dive into:
⭕Why Stephen does what he does, and what keeps him motivated in the face of tough challenges
⭕What makes a veterinary team truly great — and why collaboration matters more than ever
⭕The fascinating story of how he became a well-known face on TV while still working hands-on with animals 🎥

By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with a clearer idea of what it takes to thrive in a mobile veterinary practice, and how you too can carve a meaningful path working with wildlife.

🔗 Be sure to subscribe, follow, and leave a review if you enjoyed this chat. Thankyou for listening!

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➡️Website: https://www.byronbaywildlifehospital.org/donate

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What makes a story truly unforgettable? In this episode, I’m joined by Amanda French—author of The Last Crocodile Hunter and who plays a part in SE Queensland koala management—who has spent years working alongside Bob Irwin and sharing stories that inspire action for nature.

We dive into:
🌿 What it was like working closely with Bob Irwin
📖 How to craft and tell a great story
🌏 Amanda’s journey across Australia and the world working with wildlife
💡 A life-changing moment that shaped her path and deepened her bond with Bob Irwin

This conversation is heartfelt, inspiring, and packed with lessons on how storytelling can create a legacy and impact far beyond ourselves.
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Amanda French is a Queensland-based media and communications specialist dedicated to wildlife and conservation causes. She has worked both in the field and remotely, developing high-profile campaigns and supporting international wildlife projects to tell their stories, including her work in Sumatran communities with a focus on endangered elephants, as well as with Australian not-for-profit organizations focused on conservation. Amanda is currently involved in a major koala health and management program in Queensland, and is the co-founder of C.R.O.C QLD.

She is also the author of The Last Crocodile Hunter – A Father and Son Legacy, the autobiography of Bob Irwin Senior, which tells the story of his legacy in conservation. Together, Amanda and Bob have travelled more than 20,000 kilometers to share the stories of grassroots conservation organizations and inspire others. Her work in the wildlife space has also been featured twice on ABC’s Australian Story—first in March 2013 and again in May 2015.

➡️Instagram: @croc.qld
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✈️ A Heart in Two Worlds: Vet Life and African Fiction with Johanna Squires

This week, I’m joined by Johanna Squires—a veterinarian whose career has taken her far beyond the clinic walls. As the owner of her own veterinary practice, Johanna has been able to combine her passion for animals with her love for travel, flying to rural communities to provide essential care, including neutering domestic animals in remote areas for the sake of wildlife.

In this episode, we chat about the realities of running a veterinary business, what it’s like to travel for work, and the powerful experiences that inspired Johanna to write her first novel set in Africa.

Whether you dream of working with wildlife or have a story inside you waiting to be told, Johanna’s journey is proof that passion and purpose can take you anywhere.

🎧 Listen now for a heartfelt, fun, and inspiring conversation.

📌 Subscribe, follow, and leave a review! Connect with Dr. Johanna and explore her work through the links below.

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