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Trees A Crowd

David Oakes
Eurasian Lynx
Vulture Conservation
Conservation
Climate Change
Scottish Wildcats
Endangered Species
Convincing Local Community
Andean Condor
Hooded Vulture
Egyptian Vulture
Bearded Vulture
Nature Writing
Purple Emperor Butterfly
Rewilding
Predator-Prey Relationships
Hybridization
The Horstmann Trust
Peatlands
Wild Boar
Butterfly Conservation

Ever wondered what happens when you fill a cello with bees? Or how robins have successfully colonised the outer-reaches of our universe? Or why the world is destined to be populated purely by female turtles? This podcast celebrates nature and the stories of those who care deeply for it. Join artist, actor and Woodland Trust & Wildlife Trusts ambassador David Oakes, for a series of informal, relaxe... more

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Following on from two episodes recorded on San Cristóbal Island, this episode finds David having set sail across the Galapagos archipelago for Santa Cruz; destination: the headquarters of the Charles Darwin Foundation — the research institution found... more

This episode finds David in conversation with the Galápagos-born geographer, Director of Universidad San Francisco de Quito’s Galápagos campus and Co-Director of the Galápagos Science Centre, Professor Carlos F. Mena (recorded with a chorus of barkin... more

A Galápagos native – born on Isla Isabela – marine biologist and conservation geneticist Diana Pazmiño focuses her research on rays, sharks, and the human communities that live alongside them.

In this relaxed discussion with David Oakes, Diana expla... more

In the second of two CITES-centric episodes, this episode finds David in conversation with Australian filmmaker Abraham Joffe – director of Trade Secret, the award-winning documentary exposing the global trade in polar bear skins. While climate chan... more

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Rakan Zahawi
Chief Executive of the Charles Darwin Foundation
Charles Darwin Foundation
Episode: Rakan Zahawi: Giant ambitions at the Charles Darwin Foundation
Diana Pazmiño
Marine biologist and conservation geneticist focusing on rays and sharks, born on Isabela in the Galápagos.
Episode: Prof. Diana Pazmiño: Rays, Research and the Real Guardians of the Galápagos
Iris Ho
Head of campaigns and policy at the Pan-African Sanctuary Alliance, advocating for wildlife conservation.
Pan-African Sanctuary Alliance
Episode: Iris Ho: Primates, Policy, and the Power of CITES
M G Leonard
Children's writer and nature enthusiast, known for the Beetle Boy series
BugLife
Episode: M G Leonard: Storytelling and the power of Beetles! “Elytra Literature” from Shakespeare to Starship Troopers.
Rob Stoneman
Former chief executive of four Wildlife Trusts and currently head of landscape recovery at Wildlife Trusts
Wildlife Trusts
Episode: Rob Stoneman: Resurrecting Rainforests, Protecting Peat and Constructing Conservation Kingdoms along our Coastlines
Holly Cale
Representative of The Horstmann Trust
The Horstmann Trust
Episode: The Horstmann Trust: Vultures in the Valleys!
Adam Bloch
Representative of The Horstmann Trust
The Horstmann Trust
Episode: The Horstmann Trust: Vultures in the Valleys!
Dr David Hetherington
Wildlife conservationist and author
Episode: Dr David Hetherington: Reintroducing the Lynx lynx lynx to our Cairngorms (a cat so enigmatic that they named it thrice!)
Ruth Tingay
Conservationist and campaigner for wildlife conservation.
Founder of Raptor Persecution blog and member of Wild Justice
Episode: Dr Ruth Tingay: From Birds in Boxes to Rivers of Raptors; One woman’s mission for Wild Justice against Raptor Persecution

Host

David Oakes
Host of Trees A Crowd; ambassador for woodland and nature-related causes; known for warm, conversational interviewing and tying together science, arts, and conservation.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 326 ratings
  • Excellent conservation and rewilding pod

    Interview style is well informed, calm and good humoured.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cloud inversion
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Have a listen

    Such a glorious podcast. Passionate, intelligent, entertaining and caring. Creative stories and scientific concepts that are well blended for maximum impact.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Earthy Niche
    United Statesa year ago
  • Mind food/earth conscious

    Utterly intelligent, engaging and informative. Brilliant podcast; Well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    greycats4
    United States2 years ago
  • Wonderful podcast

    Fascinating, entertaining conversations on all things nature. I have learnt so much from this podcast and would thoroughly recommend it. :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rosathemongoose
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Mezzotint moths

    Wonderfully engaging and illuminating conversation….to hear about Sarah’s creative journey in such detail and how it ultimately led her to make these astonishing mezzotints is truly inspirational. She is an extraordinary artist. 🖤

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ArtistWright
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Fans appreciate approachable deep dives into environmental topics and conservation storytelling.
Episodes are described as educational, entertaining, and inspiring with strong guest selections.
Listeners praise the calming, informative interview style and the host's ability to connect diverse guests.

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#194
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#41
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#179
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#219
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#180
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#197
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Rakan Zahawi: Giant ambitions at the Charles Darwin Foundation
Q: Who is your natural history hero?
Linnaeus and Humboldt are cited as heroes, celebrated for their foundational contributions to taxonomy and exploration, with a nod to Darwin and the broader lineage of scientific discovery in natural history.
Rakan Zahawi: Giant ambitions at the Charles Darwin Foundation
Q: If you could bring any species back from extinction, what would it be?
He expresses fascination with iconic Hawaiian birds and the allure of preserved specimens from extinct species, emphasizing the emotional and scientific importance of tangible records of vanished biodiversity.
Rakan Zahawi: Giant ambitions at the Charles Darwin Foundation
Q: If you could go for a walk anywhere in the world right now, where would it be?
He describes Yemen, his childhood memories with his archaeologist mother, and Gates of the Arctic as places he'd like to walk or revisit, highlighting the appeal of remote, expansive landscapes and personal connections to those places.
Prof. Diana Pazmiño: Rays, Research and the Real Guardians of the Galápagos
Q: What do you think we should do now to make sure that the CITES uplisting is fully enforced?
We need long conversations to ensure regulations are enforced appropriately, focusing on education and political commitment.
Prof. Diana Pazmiño: Rays, Research and the Real Guardians of the Galápagos
Q: What is the current state of play of marine protection within the Galápagos?
The Galápagos Marine Reserve has been protected for over 25 years, with a recent addition of 60,000 square kilometers, but challenges remain due to illegal fishing.

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A nature-focused interview series that blends science, storytelling, and artistry to illuminate the natural world. Episodes center on conservation, biodiversity, and the people shaping environmental work—from field researchers and policy experts to artists who translate nature into compelling narratives. Discussions often weave practical ecosystem restoration, local community engagement, and cultural connections to the outdoors, with a calm, conversational tone that makes complex topics accessible. A notable strength is the host's ability to connect diverse guests—from scientists to conservation communicators—to reveal both technical detail and human stories behind ecological efforts.

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1. Rakan Zahawi
2. Diana Pazmiño
3. Iris Ho
4. M G Leonard
5. Rob Stoneman
6. Holly Cale
7. Adam Bloch
8. Dr David Hetherington

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