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Wild Lives is the podcast from BBC Wildlife Magazine that gets you closer to the people who dedicate their lives to the natural world. We meet inspirational people across the globe – from the depths of the Amazon jungle to London’s Natural History Museum – and find out why they have contributed so much to nature. From scientists, guides and conservationists, to writers, photographers and passionat... more

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If you think you’ve ever been to the middle of nowhere, think again. In this episode, we take a journey deep into the Amazon rainforest, to one of the most remote parts of the jungle where we met Indigenous wildlife guide, Alejandro Aguilar.

This co... more

For most people, the thought of watching a magnificent wild animal being eaten alive right in front of them would be the stuff of nightmares, but it’s all in a day’s work for our guest, the celebrated Scottish wildlife filmmaker Gordon Buchanan.

Fre... more

If you’ve ever imagined what the world would have looked like before it was cut up for agriculture and urban life, you could do worse than to look at the work being done by rewilders, like Nick Viney.

For this episode, we took a road trip to meet Ni... more

Many of us dream of close encounters with wild animals, but Bertie Gregory has made this a reality through his stunning films for National Geographic.

As well as winning a stack of awards for his photography and filmmaking, Bertie is a National Geog... more

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Recent Guests

Bertie Gregory
wildlife filmmaker known for National Geographic documentaries
National Geographic
Episode: Wildlife filmmaking up close, with Bertie Gregory
David Lindo
An author and champion of wildlife watching in urban settings, known as the Urban Birder.
Episode: Inner city wildlife, with David Lindo, AKA the Urban Birder
Lawrence Gunther
North America's only blind conservationist, professional angler, writer, podcaster, filmmaker.
Episode: My life as North America's only blind conservationist, with Lawrence Gunther

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Paul McGuinness
Host of the podcast and editor of BBC Wildlife Magazine, Paul McGuinness engages with varied experts and enthusiasts to explore their contributions to wildlife and nature conservation.

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#159
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#11
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#71
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#14
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#133
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#7
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#8
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#10
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#34
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#37
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#42
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#50
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#60
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#82
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#106
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#191
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On location in Africa, with Gordon Buchanan
Q: How often do you see something totally unexpected in the places you film?
Every day can be a surprise if you have the time to explore as there is always something new to see in nature.
On location in Africa, with Gordon Buchanan
Q: What is your experience balancing filming schedules with your family life?
It's been challenging as I had a burnout in 2011 and decided I needed to protect my family time, limiting my work trips to not be absent for too long.
On location in Africa, with Gordon Buchanan
Q: When did the idea of telling those stories of nature come into your world?
It was quite far along the path of working in wildlife filmmaking; I first got exposure to the industry when I was 17 while working in a restaurant owned by Nick Gordon, a wildlife filmmaker.
Community-led conservation in Tanzania, with Rahima Njaidi
Q: What sort of solutions are you putting in typically then? What sort of things are you helping the villages to do for themselves?
Rahima describes supporting villages in preparing land use plans, designating forest reserves, and providing training on finance, governance, and environmental conservation.
Community-led conservation in Tanzania, with Rahima Njaidi
Q: Can you tell me a little bit about your background?
Rahima shares that she grew up in DRC Congo before moving to Tanzania, where she became passionate about community work after witnessing the struggles of women and children in fetching water due to deforestation.

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Focused on the dedicated individuals who engage with the natural world, this podcast features inspiring stories from conservationists, scientists, wildlife photographers, and writers working across diverse environments—from rainforests to urban landscapes. Each episode provides a close-up look at their challenges, triumphs, and the emotional connections they foster with nature, making it a compelling listen for those interested in wildlife, conservation, and the human interactions within these realms. Unique insights are offered through personal anecdotes that highlight both the beauty and struggles of the natural world, appealing to nature lovers and curious individuals alike.

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