Women in Wildlife

Eliza Stott

Women Empowerment

Wildlife Conservation

Imposter Syndrome

Women In Wildlife

Mental Health

Gender Equality

Climate Change

Wildlife Ecology

Science Communication

Environmental Conservation

WE Africa

Wildlife Rescue

Conservation

Human-Wildlife Conflict

End Extinction International

Koalas

First Nations Communities

Internships and Career Development

Phd

Education

Women in Wildlife is a platform amplifying and connecting women and non-binary persons in the wildlife industry. Join your co-hosts Eliza & Maddy, to delve into all things women, wildlife, and gender equality in STEM!

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Publishes	Monthly	Episodes	28	Founded	2 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	NatureBusinessNon-ProfitScience

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Latest Episodes

Ethical wildlife tourism: why closeness does not equal connection with Connie Needham

We are so thrilled to have Connie Needham on the podcast for a two part series! Connie is a passionate wildlife storyteller shares her journey from the Scottish countryside to becoming a dedicated advocate for ethical wildlife tourism. Connie discuss... more

Today • 39 min

5 things to consider before doing a PhD

This episode dives into the realities of doing a PhD in Australia. Co-host Eliza, now in the final year of her PhD, reflects on the best and worst parts of the journey so far, while co-host Maddy opens up about her decision to walk away from her PhD ... more

5 Feb 2026 • 55 min

Narau's fight for Masaai women's education

In our (slightly belated) December episode, we delve into the remarkable journey of Narau Kimani Laizer, a Maasai woman from Tanzania who defied cultural expectations to pursue education and empowerment. Growing up in a community where education for ... more

8 Jan 2026 • 1 hr 6 min

WIW Pod Turns TWO!! A look back with Maddy, Eliza, and producer Taylor

For our November episode, we celebrated our two year podcast birthday! We combined this celebration and look back of two years of trailblazing guests, with our yearly wrap-up (a tad early). We finally introduced our amazing producer, Taylor, and got ... more

24 Nov 2025 • 43 min

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Connie Needham

A wildlife storyteller and advocate for ethical wildlife tourism.

Episode: Ethical wildlife tourism: why closeness does not equal connection with Connie Needham

Nara Kimani

Co-founder and director of Enduata Community Initiative Organization, SCIO, and wildlife conservationist

Enduata Community Initiative Organization

Episode: Narau's fight for Masaai women's education

Liberty Boyd

Marine biologist and postdoctoral researcher at Florida Atlantic University

Florida Atlantic University

Episode: Sea turtle movement ecology and ecotoxicology research with Dr Liberty Boyd

Dr. Rosa Vásquez Espinoza

A proven chemical biologist, National Geographic Explorer, and award-winning artist

Amazon Research International

Episode: The critical importance of indigenous voices in conservation with Dr Rosa Vásquez Espinoza

Dr. Brianna Le Busque

Environmental psychology scientist and program director of environmental science at Uni South Australia

University of South Australia

Episode: Drivers of shark phobia and the consequences on conservation with environmental psychology scientist Dr Brianna Le Busque

Louie Andersen

Parks and Wildlife Ranger based in Western Australia

Women in Wildlife

Episode: Lighting the path for the next generation of rangers with Louie Andersen

Unathi Makwange

Wildlife Project Coordinator and wildlife guide from South Africa

Tula Tula Private Game Reserve

Episode: Pivoting and perseverance with wildlife guide Unathi Makwange

Ellesha Veness

Wildlife rescuer and former zookeeper

Australian Reptile Park

Episode: Zookeeping, wildlife rescue, and endometriosis with Ellesha Veness

Dr. Debbie Saunders

Conservation Ecologist and Founder/CEO of Wildlife Drones

Wildlife Drones

Episode: Exploring the world of technology in conservation with Dr Debbie Saunders

Hosts

Maddy

Co-host of Women in Wildlife

Eliza

Co-host of Women in Wildlife

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Apple Podcasts	#237	United States/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts	#180	United Kingdom/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts	#116	Australia/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts	#195	France/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts	#134	India/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts	#171	South Africa/Science/Nature

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Ethical wildlife tourism: why closeness does not equal connection with Connie Needham

Q: What are the major red flags to look for when booking an eco tour or a volunteer trip?

Connie outlined several red flags including close contact with wild animals, misleading representations on social media, lack of engagement with local communities, and unclear animal sourcing information.

Ethical wildlife tourism: why closeness does not equal connection with Connie Needham

Q: Can you tell us a bit about your background and how you ended up being a wildlife storyteller?

Connie shared her journey from wanting to be an actor to discovering her passion for animals while volunteering in South Africa, leading to her current role as a wildlife storyteller.

5 things to consider before doing a PhD

Q: What are five things to consider before doing a PhD?

Consider doing it for the right reasons, whether you can self-motivate, ensuring you like your project, having a supportive supervisor, and the importance of resilience in handling challenges.

5 things to consider before doing a PhD

Q: What are some tips or strategies that you put in place during your PhD to help manage your well-being and productivity?

Managing well-being during a PhD involves setting boundaries for work time and focusing on activities outside of studies, such as hobbies or exercise, to create a balance and prevent burnout.

Narau's fight for Masaai women's education

Q: Can you talk a little bit more about how you found that safe place?

I got support from my school teacher and stayed with her until I was able to go to an organization for help where I started my education journey.

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Focused on amplifying the voices of women and non-binary individuals in the wildlife industry, this show explores various intersectional themes surrounding gender equity, environmental conservation, and wildlife science. Through engaging conversations with experts, hosts share personal stories, challenges, and noteworthy initiatives that highlight the integral role of women in wildlife conservation across different fields and geographies. Notable topics include indigenous knowledge integration, wildlife communication, mental health in conservation professions, and the representation of women in science, particularly in traditionally male-dominated fields. Unique guests lend their expertise, turning these discussions into a rich resource for... more

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2. Nara Kimani
3. Liberty Boyd
4. Dr. Rosa Vásquez Espinoza
5. Dr. Brianna Le Busque
6. Louie Andersen
7. Unathi Makwange
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