Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast

Today Jack is joined by Ian Allan, the Supervisor of Natural Areas and Arboriculture at the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden! He is here to discuss the organisation's amazing conservation work and tell us about some of the incredible species which call the gorgeous, mountainside garden home.  First, the duo chat about the garden itself, and what makes it a unique bio-refuge. Then, Ian explains t...

Today Jack is joined by Eleanor, Alex and Hannah from the Lancashire Wildlife Trust (LWT). They are here to discuss their involvement with the LWT's Youth Council, talk about how it promotes diversity in conservation, and share how it's members are making huge waves in the conservation space! (When we say huge waves we mean it... they talked at COP26!) The group also chat about some of their perso...

Welcome to ReZOO: The Zoo Review Podcast! Today Jack and Jodi are talking about a zoo close to both of their hearts, the Highland Wildlife Park! Found in the Cairngorms National Park, this wonderful collection is home to some of the most incredible mountain-based species from across the globe. This includes... 🦜 Amur Tigers 🐻‍ Polar Bears 🦧 Snow Leopards 🦒 Scottish Wildcats 🦏 Mishmi Takins As...

Welcome to another exciting episode of ReZOO - the Zoo Review Podcast! Today Jack and Jodi are back for Part 2 of their ZSL Whipsnade Zoo Review! Last time the pair covered everything up to their lunch break, so today they are back to discuss... 🦜 The Asian Area (Tigers, Sloth Bears, Yaks, Camels, Greater One-Horned Rhino, Elephants) 🐻‍ HullabaZOO 🦧 Aquarium 🦒 Butterfly House 🦏 Base Camp (Chi...

Welcome back to ReZOO - the Zoo Review Podcast! Today Jack and Jodi are talking about the largest zoo in the UK, the one and only ZSL Whipsnade Zoo! Based in over 600 acres of beautiful English countryside, this zoo is a haven for hundreds of species from across the globe. This episode covers everything up to and including our lunch break, so we discuss the following: 🦜 The European Area (Bison,...

Ellen Weatherford is back! This week she joins Jack to discuss some of the conservation issues facing her home state of Florida! The duo discuss the destruction of natural habitats for human development, the division of nature by highways, and the huge invasive species issue… Iguanas, Burmese Pythons and Lion Fish, we are looking at you!  On top of that Ellen talks about how you can decide wh...

On today's show Jack is joined by the fabulous Ellen Weatherford, who some of you may know from the incredible podcast 'Just the Zoo of Us'! She is here to celebrate the wonderful and wacky wildlife of her home state… Florida!  If anyone is concerned that one state may not contain enough interesting animals, do not panic! The extreme diversity of Florida’s landscape provides a wealth of bizar...

Hello! In this short bonus episode Jack unboxes his order from Hatchling Makes! Created by Tash Hatcher, these incredible stationary products are not only beautiful, they also help raise money for conservation. Her pin badges, stickers and washi tape make the perfect gift or personal treat! You can check out more of her work by following the links below....  Useful Links: Don't forget to subscribe...

Today Jack is joined by Tash Hatcher! She is the founder of Hatchling Makes, an online stationary store which provides high quality animal merchandise and donates 10% of every sale to conservation charities! She is here to talk about her incredible artwork, her journey into the world of conservation, and how anyone with a passion for nature can be a conservationist… not just the sciencey minds! Th...

Good morning, afternoon or evening everybody and welcome to the 50th episode of Pangolin: the Conservation Podcast! Today we are celebrating this milestone by bringing the herd back together for a special Q&A event! This time, Jack is in the hot seat and his friends, fans, family and previous guests have submitted questions for him to answer. So, instead of one guest, today Jack will be joined...

Welcome to another exciting episode of ReZOO - the Zoo Review Podcast! Today Jack and Jodi are back for Part 2 of their ZSL London Zoo Review! Last time the pair covered everything up to their lunch break, so today they are back to discuss... 🦜 Giants of the Galapagos 🐻‍ Penguins 🦧 Butterflies & Flamingos 🦒 In with the Monkeys 🦏 Tiny Giants/Spiders 🦥 The Land of the Lions 🦜 Blackburn Pa...

Welcome back to ReZOO - the Zoo Review Podcast! Today Jack and Jodi are talking about the oldest scientific zoo in the world, the one and only ZSL London Zoo! Home to just about 15,000 animals, this zoo is overflowing with fantastic history, incredible species, and Harry Styles music video sets. This episode covers everything up to and including, our lunch break, so we discuss the following: 🦜 Fi...

This week we are coming to you live from Edinburgh Zoo as Jack sits down for a chat with the CEO of the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland, David Field! This organisation runs both Edinburgh Zoo and the Highland Wildlife Park, so the pair delve into what it means to be a good zoo and how the RZSS is making sure that it is creating an inclusive and educational space which encourages visitors to l...

Felix Rowan-Young is back! This week he joins Jack to discuss the incredible work of the Chester Zoo Youth Board! As well as that, the pair chat about some of the weird and wonderful animals of Chester Zoo. Felix is a huge fan of the bizarre and under-appreciated, so he takes the time to highlight the Lake Titicaca Frog, Emerald Jewel Wasps, Caecilians, Tequila Split Fins, Achoques Salamanders, an...

Today Jack is joined by the amazing Felix Rowan-Young, a Forest School Leader and member of the Chester Zoo Youth Board! He is here to chat about what forest schools are, how they work, and how beneficial they can be for young people! We also discuss his degree in Zoo Management, how he made the jump from Primary School Teaching to fully outdoor education and... how to train a lion fish? It is als...

It’s time for the final episode of Good Morning Greece! This time we are here to celebrate the Birds and the Bees… please get your mind out of the gutter, I mean real birds and real bees…  We chat all about the conservation of flying creatures, and the myths that go alongside them! This includes the stories of…  The Owl of Athena  The Phoenix  Heracles & the Stymphalian Bir...

Hello everyone! Today we are celebrating the wonderful world of plants. Across Greek mythology plants play a vital role in the stories of Gods, Monsters and Heroes. They are used as tools of love, lust, punishment and pride. Today I pose the question, could these stories be the key that will unlock a more universal love of plants? I don’t know the answer, but it gives me an excuse to chat about th...

Hello everyone and welcome to the third episode of Good Morning Greece! Today I am here to tell you about two iconic marine mammals, the Monk Seal and the Dolphin! These fantastic creatures represent the importance of both scientific research and mythology! That means we cover everything from the Monk Seal’s conservation status, to the story of Arion and the Dolphin!  (I am also gatecrashed b...

Hello everyone and welcome to the second episode of Good Morning Greece! Today I am here to tell you all about Caretta caretta - The Loggerhead Sea Turtle! I fell in love with the turtle from the first moment I saw one, and I know you will love them too!  Check us out on Social Media @PangolinPodcast 💚  Music Credits: Morocco Sting by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io...

Hello everyone and welcome to ‘Good Morning Greece!’ - a mini-series presented by Pangolin! I’m your host Jack Baker and for the next week we are going to be doing things a little differently! Normally, I’m here with a guest telling you all about an under appreciated conservation story, but today and for the rest of the week, I’m going solo and broadcasting live from the shores of sunny Zakynthos....

Welcome back to ReZOO - The Zoo Review Podcast! This week Jack and Jodi are here to discuss SEA LIFE London Aquarium. This is the biggest aquarium the duo have reviewed so far... but is it the best?  To work that out they discuss some of their favourite species, displays and themed zones. These included a wild rainforest, deep blue ocean, kingdom of corals, and an iceberg full of penguins. As...

This week Jack is joined by Sonam Tashi Lama, the Red Panda Network’s Program Coordinator! Sonam is here to discuss what the organisation is doing within Nepal to help safeguard this incredible species. This includes conversations about their research into Red Panda migration and the threat of dogs. The duo also chat about how the Red Panda Network is helping to empower local communities in the fi...

On today's show Jack is joined by Terrance Fleming, the Development Manager of the Red Panda Network! Terrance is here to introduce the wonderful world of Red Pandas! This includes an exploration of the species name, its adaptations, and its relationship with the Giant Panda! The duo also discuss how the Red Panda Network is working across the globe to raise awareness of, and secure a future for t...

On today's show Jack is joined by Lynn Mento, the CEO of Conservation Nation! She is here to discuss the importance of diversifying the field of conservation. The pair also talk about how Conservation Nation are helping to do this by elevating under-represented voices, inspiring the next generation, and providing educational opportunities! On top of that, Jack and Lynn also chat about some of the...

Welcome to ReZOO – the Zoo Review Podcast! This week Jack and Jodi discuss the fin-tastic ‘St Andrews Aquarium'! The pair begin by walking through each of the aquarium’s amazing themed zones. These include the awesome Amazon Rainforest, the bizarre Scottish seas, and the beautiful coral reef! They also make sure to talk about the aquarium’s great feeding demonstrations, the fantastic signage, and...