Wildlife Quests
For the curious, the wild at heart, and those who dream beyond the beaten path. Hosted by a passionate wildlife traveller Will Routledge, each episode dives into the world of conservation, exploration, and human connection with nature. From in-depth conversations with wildlife experts and conservationists to unforgettable stories from the front lines of wild and untamed places. Wildlife Quests brings you stories that inspire, educate, and ignite your love for the wild world. Whether you're a traveller, a nature nerd, or someone who just wants to hear about people doing extraordinary things, this podcast is for you.
Podcasting since 2025 • 10 episodes
Wildlife Quests
Latest Episodes
Into the Wild: My Journey Through Sumatra’s Jungle
In this episode, I take you deep into the heart of Sumatra, starting from the jungle village of Bukit Lawang a gateway to the vast Gunung Leuser National Park, one of Southeast Asia’s last true wildernesses. Trekking through dense rainforest, I...
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Hunting, Ice, and Igloos: Seth Kantner's Arctic Life
In this episode, I sit down with Seth Kantner, acclaimed author, subsistence hunter, and lifelong Alaskan who grew up in a sod igloo on the remote tundra of Arctic Alaska. We dive into what it was really like to be raised off the grid hauling w...
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Rowing Around the World: The Man Who Did It Alone
Guinness World Record holder Erden Eruç joins me to talk about rowing solo across three oceans, cycling across continents, and what it means to live a life of human powered exploration. An unforgettable story of determination and discovery....
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1,800km Journey through Indonesia: Lumarara’s Whale Hunters
In this episode, I take you deep into one of the most remote and raw corners of Indonesia Lumarara, a traditional whale hunting village on the island of Lembata.After a motorbike journey spanning over 1,800 km, ferries between islands, l...
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Living Root Bridges: The Ancient Art of Growing Architecture
In one of the wettest regions on Earth Meghalaya, India a remarkable tradition thrives: bridges made not from steel or stone, but from the living roots of rubber fig trees. In this episode, I speak with Morningstar Khongthaw, founder of the Liv...
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