Rephonic
Artwork for Trees A Crowd

Trees A Crowd

David Oakes
Conservation
Eurasian Lynx
Climate Change
Endangered Species
Vulture Conservation
Scottish Wildcats
Invasive Species
Nature Writing
Purple Emperor Butterfly
Human-Wildlife Conflict
CITES
Environmental Conservation
Bearded Vulture
Egyptian Vulture
Hooded Vulture
Andean Condor
Convincing Local Community
Biodiversity
Rewilding
Nature Conservation

Conversations with deep roots. From the Galápagos to the English hedgerow, actor and ecologist David Oakes talks with scientists, conservationists, artists and campaigners about the natural world and what it means to them.

🌳

Many episodes are recorded in the field – beside the painted dog packs of Hwange in Zimbabwe, on puffin-strewn Lundy, in the gardens of Hampton Court. Others are unrushed con... more

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes151Founded8 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
NatureLife SciencesScience

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Trees A Crowd

Latest Episodes

Recorded live at the Wild Summit, Zack Polanski, leader of the Green Party of England and Wales, sits down with David Oakes to talk about what his "Green Britain" could actually look like. They probe the paradox at the heart of nature access, whether... more

Recorded on the outskirts of Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe, this episode drops David into the high-stakes reality of animal conservation. Guided by Peter Blinston and his team at Painted Dog Conservation, David joins the people whose work keeps Ly... more

Around a table at the Woodland Trust's headquarters in Grantham, David sits down with three of the most powerful voices in British conservation: Darren Moorcroft, Chief Executive of the Woodland Trust; Craig Bennett OBE, Chief Executive of The Wildli... more

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

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

The LRB Podcast
The LRB PodcastThe London Review of Books
The Plodcast
The PlodcastOur Media
Slightly Foxed
Slightly FoxedSlightly Foxed: The Real Reader's Quarterly
Stories of Art
Stories of ArtHENI Talks

Recent Guests

Zack Polanski
Leader of the Green Party of England and Wales
Green Party
Episode: Zack Polanski: Wild Card at the Wild Summit
David Kuvawoga
Operations Director of Painted Dog Conservation
Painted Dog Conservation
Episode: Painted Dogs of Hwange: Where the Wild Pack Runs
Belinda Ncube
Ranger with Painted Dog Conservation Zimbabwe
Painted Dog Conservation Zimbabwe
Episode: Painted Dogs of Hwange: Where the Wild Pack Runs
Adriano Sitole
Antipoacher ranger and dog-handler
Painted Dog Conservation Zimbabwe
Episode: Painted Dogs of Hwange: Where the Wild Pack Runs
Darren Moorcroft
Chief Executive, The Woodland Trust
The Woodland Trust
Episode: The Executive Branch: Beccy Speight (RSPB), Darren Moorcroft (Woodland Trust) and Craig Bennett (The Wildlife Trusts)
Craig Bennett
Chief Executive, The Wildlife Trusts
The Wildlife Trusts
Episode: The Executive Branch: Beccy Speight (RSPB), Darren Moorcroft (Woodland Trust) and Craig Bennett (The Wildlife Trusts)
Beccy Speight
Chief Executive, RSPB
RSPB
Episode: The Executive Branch: Beccy Speight (RSPB), Darren Moorcroft (Woodland Trust) and Craig Bennett (The Wildlife Trusts)
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

Host

David Oakes
Host of Trees A Crowd

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 340 ratings
  • Excellent conservation and rewilding pod

    Interview style is well informed, calm and good humoured.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cloud inversion
    United Kingdom2 years 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 States2 years ago
  • Mind food/earth conscious

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    greycats4
    United States3 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 Kingdom4 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 Kingdom4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise the calm, well-researched interview style and engaging storytelling.
Fans highlight accessible, insightful discussions that translate complex conservation topics for a broad audience.
Praise for guest diversity and the host's engaging, inquisitive approach.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#70
United States/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#27
United Kingdom/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#136
Canada/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#184
United Kingdom/Science
Apple Podcasts
#85
Italy/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#5
Finland/Science/Nature

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Trees A Crowd

What is Trees A Crowd about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show presents thoughtful, accessible conversations that weave fieldwork, conservation strategy, and personal stories from people protecting ecosystems around the world. Episodes commonly center on hands-on conservation challenges (anti-poaching, restoration, invasive species), NGO collaboration, and the human side of environmental work, blending science, policy, and creativity. Notable are the guest roster spanning field rangers, NGO leaders, scientists, and educators, plus a pragmatic, storytelling approach that makes complex conservation topics engaging for both specialists and general listeners. Potential sponsors or guests may be drawn to the show's emphasis on impact, community engagement, and cross-sector partnership in nature res... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Trees A Crowd?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Trees A Crowd. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Trees A Crowd and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Trees A Crowd get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Trees A Crowd, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Trees A Crowd?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Trees A Crowd, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Trees A Crowd have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Trees A Crowd has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Trees A Crowd?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Trees A Crowd:

1. Rewilding the World with Ben Goldsmith
2. The LRB Podcast
3. The Plodcast
4. Slightly Foxed
5. Stories of Art

How many episodes of Trees A Crowd are there?

Trees A Crowd launched 8 years ago and published 151 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Trees A Crowd?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Trees A Crowd?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Trees A Crowd from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Trees A Crowd?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Trees A Crowd. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Trees A Crowd?

Recent guests on Trees A Crowd include:

1. Zack Polanski
2. David Kuvawoga
3. Belinda Ncube
4. Adriano Sitole
5. Darren Moorcroft
6. Craig Bennett
7. Beccy Speight
8. Rakan Zahawi

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days