The Wild Eye Podcast

In this podcast Johan and Donavan chat about different fishing destination in Africa, why they are amazing and even whether you can combine any of them with a safari experience. Visit the Wild Eye website here: https://wild-eye.com

In this episode, Don and Danny unpack everything to do with a Wildebeest. From the different species and their subspecies, to what they eat, what eats them. They talk about the migration and what role this plays on the environment. It is an animal mostly overlooked while on safari, but there is way more than meets the eye. Read the wildebeest blog here: https://wild-eye.com/learn-more-about-the-wi...

In this episode Gerry and Luke chat about exciting changes to our Kenyan safari offerings as well as the stunning new Enkishui Safari Camp! Visit the Wild Eye website here: https://wild-eye.com/photographic-travel/masai-mara-photo-safari/ Visit the Enkishui website here: https://www.enkishuisafaricamp.com

In this episode Andrew and Danny chat about what a photographic safari guide actually does, and why it's basically the same job as being a golf caddie. They talk about what a photographic safari guide actually does by comparing it to being a golf caddie. A caddie knows the course, understands equipment, thinks ahead, reads conditions, and coaches their player. They do the same thing. They know ani...

In this episode, Danny and Donovan dig into the question everyone asks: when should you actually go on safari? They break down the real differences between seasons and what will actually give you the best experience. They cover South Africa, Botswana, East Africa, and Zambia — when to go for big cats, when for walking safaris, and why "best time" really depends on what you're after. If you're plan...

What if saving the planet started with understanding the human mind? In this episode, Gabby chats with Dr Andrea Marais-Potgieter, a conservation psychologist whose work explores how our thoughts, fears, and values shape the way we treat the natural world.  From Western Leopard Toads in Cape Town to community projects across the globe, Andrea reveals why real conservation begins within - and...

In this episode, Gabby Sykora sits down with wildlife photographer, author, and filmmaker Armand Grobler, whose life is deeply entwined with the African wilderness. From catching snakes in suburban Australia inspired by Steve Irwin to spending nearly 300 days a year living in tents across Botswana and South Africa, Armand’s story is one of grit, humility, and relentless passion. He shares how his...

In this episode Gerry shares some of his favorite mobile apps for safaris, expeditions, photography and travel. They are: TripIt Pro  – Travel booking organizer Polarsteps  – Travel journal with mapping Airalo  – eSIM data provider Lightroom Mobile  – Mobile photo editor Snapseed  – Quick photo editing Premiere iPhone  – Mobile video editor Project Indigo  – Adob...

In this episode Gerry share some thoughts on his recent photo tour to Brazil's Pantanal. Join a Pantanal Safari: https://wild-eye.com/photographic-travel/jaguars-of-the-pantanal/ Visit the Wild Eye Website: https://wild-eye.com/

In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts about Imagen AI , the AI editing software that promises to make your culling and workflow a whole lot easier. Visit the Imagen website here: https://wild-eye.com/ Visit the Wild Eye website here: https://imagen-ai.com/

In this episode Gerry shares a unique sighting that he recently shared with our guests in Svalbard as well as some other thoughtS from his recent Arctic expedition. Visit the Wild Eye website here: https://wild-eye.com/ Join Gerry and Johan in 2027: https://wild-eye.com/photographic-travel/svalbard-arctic-expedition/

From squirrels and potholes to hadedas and the African bush, Temba Robin has made a name for himself by finding humour in the everyday. But behind the jokes is a storyteller with a deep love for wild spaces and a gift for helping people see nature in a new light. In this episode, Gabby goes beyond the laughs to talk about Temba’s journey, what inspires his creativity, and how c...

In this episode Danny and Matt share a quick update from the banks of the Mara and the amazing Enkishui Safari Camp! Visit the Wild Eye website: https://wild-eye.com/ Learn more about Enkishui here: https://wild-eye.com/enkishui-mara-camp/

In this episode, Gerry shares a quick update from Longyearbyen as he is about to start our wonderful Svalbard Arctic for expedition. Find out more here: https://wild-eye.com/photographic-travel/svalbard-arctic-expedition/

In this deeply personal and heartwarming episode of the Wild Eye Podcast, Gabby sits down with her 82-year-old grandfather, Terry Ashmore, a lifelong bird lover, wildlife photographer, mineralogist and chemist, with decades of stories to share. From early birding in the UK with second-hand binoculars to walking the first Kruger wilderness trails in the 1970s, Terry reflects on the m...

Many wildlife photographers get so caught up chasing the perfect shot that they miss the very emotion that drew them to nature in the first place. In this episode, Gerry explores the psychology of awe - that profound feeling of being dwarfed by something magnificent - and how the technical pursuit of photography can actually block this transformative experience. From the pressure of social media v...

In this episode, Gabby has a very insightful chat with Dr Debbie English, a companion animal vet whose journey has led her into some unforgettable moments in wildlife. From chaotic bush rescues to pangolin care, Debbie shares the stories, challenges, and laughs that make conservation medicine so unique. She also reflects on the moments that keep her inspired and the legacy she hopes her work...

In this episode, Gerry speaks about why most photo safaris miss the mark if you're serious about your photography. Stop asking basic questions year after year and start planning trips with actual outcomes in mind. We talk about the difference between tourism with cameras and real photography-focused travel. Visit the Wild Eye website: https://wild-eye.com/

Andrew just got back from four days of gorilla trekking in Uganda's Bwindi forest, and he's breaking down what it's really like getting close to mountain gorillas. From a three-week-old baby born with tourists watching to 400-pound silverbacks walking past you like you're not even there. He covers the reality vs expectations, why a 70-200mm lens is essential, how the guides prioritize gorilla welf...

Meet Gabby Sikora - she's 17, dreams of being a wildlife vet, and accidentally built one of Southern Africa's biggest youth conservation networks. What started as a 13-year-old with a point-and-shoot camera and three friends on Instagram has turned into YWPSA - 800+ young photographers across Southern Africa using their cameras to protect what they love. Gabby breaks down how she went from watchin...

In this episode Gerry and Johan tackle the messy world of wildlife guiding ethics and social media drama. They discuss guides posting dangerous animal encounters for likes, the problem with calling each other out online, and why some people seem obsessed with pushing boundaries just to create viral content. From wild dogs biting clients' shoes to elephants walking inches from tourists, they break...

In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on how social media influences the experience when you're out in the field and he shares a piece he wrote on this called The Performance of Wonder. Visit the Wild Eye website: https://wild-eye.com/

In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on the impact of letting your photography get in the way of a beautiful experience. Read the blog post here: https://wild-eye.com/the-art-of-taking/ Visit the Wild Eye website here: https://wild-eye.com/

In this episode, Andrew speaks to two of his guests about the Namibia adventure they just completed. They discuss the extreme experiences, incredible wildlife encounters, and the contrasts of their two-week journey through one of Africa's most remote regions. It's a candid conversation about what it means to completely disconnect and experience the wild in its rawest form, recorded around a campfi...

In 13 years of guiding safaris, Michael Laubscher had never witnessed anything like this. Deep in Zambia's Lower Zambezi National Park, a small female leopard found herself face-to-face with one of Africa's most intelligent species - a lone baboon stranded high in a towering winter thorn tree. What followed was an hour-long battle of wits, strategy, and raw survival instinct that defied everything...