Working With Wildlife
A nature based podcast that aims to learn from and listen to the small moments of Those that work with in the vast amount of fields within the wildlife industry, with the goal of helping listeners find and get their dream job working with wildlife!
Episodes
36 episodes
A Heart in Two Worlds: Vet Life and African Fiction with Johanna Squires
✈️ A Heart in Two Worlds: Vet Life and African Fiction with Johanna SquiresThis 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, Joha...
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1:17:42
Scaling with Scales: The Journey of a Young Wildlife Entrepreneur
Right out of high school, Monique Bast did something bold—she started her own wildlife business. While most were still figuring out what to study, Monique was booking shows, wrangling reptiles, and building a brand from the ground up.In thi...
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Episode 27
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1:10:33
From Face Paint to Reptile Shows: How Amy Wild Turned Passion into Business
In this fun episode, we delve into the fascinating journey of Amy Wild, a passionate wildlife enthusiast from Perth, Western Australia. With a background in biological sciences and a flair for performance, Amy has seamlessly blended her love fo...
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1:12:39
Why the Deer Crossed the Road (And Why It Might Not Make it)
In this episode, we delve into the hidden impacts of our roadways with award-winning conservation journalist Ben Goldfarb. Drawing from his acclaimed book Crossings: How Road Ecology Is Shaping the Future of Our Planet, Ben sheds light on the o...
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Episode 25
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1:24:47
Scaling up: The Man Behind the Canberra Reptile Zoo (ep.24)
What does it take to run a reptile park from scratch—with no prior zoo experience? In this episode, we sit down with Pete Child, the passionate founder behind the Canberra Reptile Zoo, to find out.Pete shares his remarkable journey of build...
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Episode 24
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2:12:27
Capturing The Deep: Behind the lens with an UNDERWATER PIONEER (ep.23)
In this episode, we dive beneath the surface—literally—with renowned underwater videographer and photographer Elisabeth Lauwerys. From the mesmerizing world of fluorescent diving to the misunderstood nature of sharks, Elisabeth shares stories a...
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Episode 23
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1:09:43
Survival, Adventure, and Beyond: A deep Dive with Outback Mike |ep.22|
🎙️ Survival, Adventure, and Beyond: A Deep Dive with Outback Mike | Michael Atkinson | Ep.22From Air Force pilot to full-time adventurer, filmmaker, and survival expert—Michael Atkinson, better known as Outback Mike, joins us for an unf...
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Episode 22
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1:31:36
Working With Raptors, Flying Foxes and More! (The Art of Training Birds) |ft. Tessa Mckelliget| ep.21
Have you ever wondered how to tame a bird or build trust with a raptor? In this episode of the Working With Wildlife Podcast, we explore the fascinating world of falcons, hawks, flying foxes, Australian wildlife; and we learn about our guests a...
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Episode 21
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1:10:05
Law, Order, and Wildlife: How Matt Cornish Lives The Dream
How does the legal system impact wildlife conservation, and what’s it like to be a tour guide in the wild? In this episode, I talk with Matt Cornish about his unique journey balancing law and wildlife guiding. We discuss wildlife crime, conserv...
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Episode 20
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1:40:51
Vet Life: Burnout, Business & Belief with Danny Cilento |ep.19|
Veterinarian Danny Cilento joins us to share his journey as a locum vet, diving into the highs and lows of the profession. We tackle big questions: What’s the reality of vet burnout? How does faith shape resilience in such a demanding career? W...
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Episode 19
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1:23:38
The Future is Dire But There's Hope! - Plight of the Platypus |Dr Tamielle Brunt| ep.18
In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Dr. Tamielle Brunt, a leading expert on platypus conservation, to discuss the alarming challenges facing one of Australia’s most iconic species. With habitat loss, climate change, and human im...
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Episode 18
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1:20:44
How working as a Wildlife Biologist could change your life |ft. Ganyah Gold| ep.17
In this enlightening episode, I sit down with Ganyah Gold, an online influencer in the wildlife careers space, and biologist whose inspiring journey and impactful work demonstrate how a career in biology can be life-changing. From fieldwo...
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Episode 17
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The man who helped birth Urban Ecology in Australia | ft. Darryl Jones | ep.16
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of unban ecology with my special guest Darryl Jones, a pioneering figure in the field and a well known Australian author renowned for his work on birds. Join us as we explore the transformativ...
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Episode 16
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1:16:33
Wildlife and the Online Influencer |ft. David Orin| ep.15
Join us for an electrifying chat with a fearless wildlife enthusiast and online influencer known for catching venomous snakes, his love for creation, and his faith. We explore how he turns his passion for wildlife into a profitable onl...
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From TASMANIA to QUEENSLAND [Turning a Dream into Reality!] |ft. Mick Bender| ep.14
🦘🌿 Lets dive into the world of Australian fauna and learn about the life's journey our special guest, Mick Bender, founder of Wildlife Unleashed, a fast growing wildlife demonstration company! In this episode, we uncover the intriguing journey ...
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Episode 14
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1:03:27
A dive into the world of Environmental Science, Snake Venom, and Grants | ft. Dr Christina Zdenek | ep.13
In this entertaining podcast episode, Dr. Christina Zdenek sheds some light on the fascinating worlds of environmental science, snake venom, and grant acquisition (amongst other things). She shares also her own personal journey from one side of...
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Episode 13
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1:38:59
Brisbanes most Unsual Pet Vet |Josh Linas| ep.12
Being a domestics vet is one thing, being an exotics vet is another; but being an exotics vet in addition to owning and running one of Brisbanes well known vets its another ball game!In this conversation we get a look at the man who does ju...
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Episode 12
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1:16:04
Building a nature loving family |ft. Chris Drew| ep.11
Chris balances the want of catching snakes with working as a teacher and running a family!Chris has been the neighborhood snake catcher for a little over a decade. Always having a love for wildlife you will hear of how he became fascinated ...
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Episode 11
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1:06:15
'The truth' from the Barefoot Bushman |ft. Rob Bredl| ep.10
Staring in Multiple TV series and participating in many others; Rob Bredl has not only had a positive impact on many peoples lives around the world, but through his passion and knowledge of Australian wildlife he had inspired my younger self to...
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Be UNCOMFERTABLE and seize the moment [mini series] #7
It is the small moments in my life, the forks in the road that I look back on and trace it all the way back to the present. In this episode I talk about a small moment that has had a big impact on my wildlife journey
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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9:01
This moment changed me |mini series| #6
In this episode I talk about the very 1st monitor I ever caught at the age of 8! was it 100% ethical? That could maybe be put up for debate but the lesson learnt and observation made it worth the fight
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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4:38
The importance of signage |mini series| #5
When ever there is a crocodile in the bath, signage should always be used.Join me in this little story of a lesson learned!
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Episode 5
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3:35
Research BEFORE you buy |mini series| #4
In this episode I talk about the time my room had 300L of water on the floor!It was tough lesson to learn, but I definitely will research items that could drastically change the visual scape of my room
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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6:43
How to be MISUNDERSTOOD | mini series #3
Being Misunderstood is not what we want, but sometimes it is what we get. In this episode I detail how doing what I love, meant that I would be misunderstood
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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4:38
A strangers betrayal |mini series| #2
I was always cautious when catching animals when I was younger, but this interaction definitely increased the intensity of which I was aware of who and what was around me. This Series is about the 'mini moments' in the past that have s...
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Episode 2
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