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The Think Wildlife Podcast

The Think Wildlife Podcast
Conservation
Borneo
Biodiversity
Climate Change
Orangutan Conservation
Painted Dogs
Habitat Loss
Clouded Leopards
Amazon River Dolphins
India
Poaching
Wildlife Conservation
Borneo Nature Foundation International
Orangutans
Population Genetics
Sustainable Palm Oil
Conservation Organizations
Tapinuli Orangutan
Pangolin
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Every Monday, join our hosts, Anish Banerjee, as he speaks with renowned conservationists from around the world, dissecting some of the most pressing and intricate challenges threatening wildlife. anishbanerjee.substack.com

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Conservation begins with awareness, and one of the most powerful ways to protect biodiversity is by inspiring the next generation to care about nature. In this episode of the Think Wildlife Podcast, we speak with Soma Mandal, a conservation educator ... more

Southeast Asia’s rainforests are among the most biologically rich ecosystems on Earth, yet they are disappearing at an alarming rate. In this episode of the Think Wildlife Podcast, we speak with Leif Cocks, founder of The Orangutan Project, about the... more

The Indian wolf is one of South Asia’s most misunderstood predators and one of the least studied carnivores in the region. In this episode of the Think Wildlife Podcast, we speak with Omar Khayam, a conservation researcher working on wolf genetics an... more

Asian elephants are among the most endangered large mammals on Earth, with only 35,000–40,000 individuals remaining across their entire range. In this episode of the Think Wildlife Podcast, we speak with Nikki Sharp, Executive Director of Wildlife SO... more

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Leif Cox
Founder of The Orangutan Project
The Orangutan Project
Episode: S4|EP23 - Orangutan Conservation and the Fight to Save Southeast Asia’s Rainforests | Leif Cocks
Omar Khayam
Conservation researcher focused on wolf genetics and carnivore ecology in Pakistan
Independent researcher; collaboration with Rice University and University of Education, Attock (as per discussion)
Episode: S4|EP22 -Are Indian Wolves the Oldest Wolf Lineage? Wolf Genetics with Omar Khayam
Nikki Sharp
Executive director of Wildlife SOS USA
Wildlife SOS USA
Episode: S4|EP21 - Asian Elephant Conservation: DNA Census, Rescues & Human-Elephant Conflict | Nikki Sharp
Dr. Abi T. Vanak
A Conservation Scientist and Policy Expert, Director of the Centre for Policy Design at Atree.
Atree
Episode: S4|EP21 - Indian Wolves, Grassland Ecology and Restoration in India: Biodiversity Policy and Conservation with Dr. Abi T. Vanak
David Will
A conservationist working with Island Conservation
Island Conservation
Episode: S4]EP20 - Why Islands Are Biodiversity Hotspots with David Will from Island Conservation
Nibedita Chakraborty
A wildlife and biodiversity researcher focused on the conservation of wetland ecology and avifaunal diversity
Episode: S4|EP18 - Saving East Kolkata's Urban Wetlands and Avifaunal Diversity with Nibedita Chakraborty
Divya Banerjee
Conservationist working on human-wildlife coexistence in eastern India
Episode: S4|EP15 Restoring Elephant Corridors in West Bengal through Community-Based Conservation with Divya Banerjee
Oishinee Chakraborty
Representative of the Kuddle Life Foundation focused on marine conservation
Kuddle Life Foundation
Episode: S3|EP12 ~ Restoring India’s Oceans through Artificial Reefs for Marine Biodiversity Conservation with Oishinee Chakraborty
Kumar Paudel
Founder and Director of Greenhood Nepal
Greenhood Nepal
Episode: S3|EP11 ~ Guardians of Nepal’s Wildlife: Tackling Poaching, Human-Wildlife Conflict, Orchid Conservation and Community Engagement with Greenhood Nepal

Host

Anish Banerjee
Host of The Think Wildlife Podcast; frequently leads discussions with conservationists and researchers on wildlife and habitat issues.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Very Informative

    Very informative podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Atish Banerjee
    Canada3 years ago
  • Great podcast

    I think the wide range of wildlife experts featuring on this podcast makes it really insightful. Great job, Anish and TWF!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pd0701
    United States3 years ago
  • Interesting

    Important to enlighten non scientific audiences about conservation

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ab27112001
    India3 years ago

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Very informative and actionable for sponsors and guests.
Accessible yet data-driven discussions help non-specialists understand conservation challenges.
Diverse expertise from wildlife experts keeps discussions insightful.

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#221
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Apple Podcasts
#56
India/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#99
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S4|EP22 -Are Indian Wolves the Oldest Wolf Lineage? Wolf Genetics with Omar Khayam
Q: So what got you interested in the conservation?
The guest explains that early exposure through family and media sparked a lifelong interest, formalizing into field work in 2019 with the Daud Foundation and recognizing the urgent need for surveys in Pakistan to understand wolf populations and trends.
S4|EP23 - Orangutan Conservation and the Fight to Save Southeast Asia’s Rainforests | Leif Cocks
Q: What are the long-term solutions to mitigate human-tiger conflict within their range?
Secure the remaining rainforest to reduce poaching and implement metapopulation management that moves dispersing males between populations to maintain genetic health and reduce conflict with nearby communities.
S4|EP23 - Orangutan Conservation and the Fight to Save Southeast Asia’s Rainforests | Leif Cocks
Q: Beyond habitat loss, what are some major threats to orangutans in Indonesia and Malaysia? Is the illegal wildlife trade a major challenge right now?
Threats include habitat loss from palm oil and other monocultures, retaliatory killing when forests disappear, and illegal wildlife trade where mothers are killed for babies; the combination of poaching and habitat loss raises the risk of extinction.
S4|EP23 - Orangutan Conservation and the Fight to Save Southeast Asia’s Rainforests | Leif Cocks
Q: So your early career at Bird Zoo focused on captive orangutan welfare. Can you talk about that work and what your research revealed about the key factors influencing orangutan welfare in captivity?
The work showed that, despite longer lifespans in captivity for some animals, self-aware beings like orangutans suffer in captivity unless given autonomy and mental stimulation; thus, welfare improves when they can make choices and when captive care emphasizes mental and social well-being.
S4|EP21 - Indian Wolves, Grassland Ecology and Restoration in India: Biodiversity Policy and Conservation with Dr. Abi T. Vanak
Q: What is your opinion about reintroducing the cheetah and its impact on grasslands, given that we already have charismatic species and ecosystems?
Dr. Vanak emphasizes that creating a viable cheetah population requires protecting grassland ecosystems rather than simply focusing on existing protected areas.

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The show centers on global wildlife conservation, featuring a rotating slate of conservationists, researchers, and frontline practitioners who highlight habitat loss, human-wildlife conflict, invasive species, and innovative solutions. Episodes frequently explore practical on-the-ground strategies, community engagement, policy implications, and data-driven approaches that aim to secure habitats and protect diverse species across regions from South Asia to the Arctic. A notable throughline is ecosystem-first thinking, with emphasis on rebuilding landscapes, empowering local communities, and scalable conservation models that listeners can engage with or sponsor. The format often blends personal anecdotes with rigorous insights, making complex... more

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