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Jaedon Lunt
Working With Wildlife
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  • The Life You Dream About Might Just Be 6 Feet Underwater | ep.33
    Send us a textEscape the cubicle and dive into the wild life you've always dreamed of! 🌊 Join Jaedon in this inspiring episode of Working With Wildlife as he chats with James Lowe, an eco-tourism business owner and passionate underwater photographer based in Cape Town, South Africa—or as he calls it, "Kelp Town." James shares his incredible journey from a self-proclaimed shy geology graduate to a globally-traveled expedition lecturer on cruise ships, a role that forced him to overcome his fear of public speaking in a spectacularly memorable, sweat-inducing moment!Discover how an initial, expensive leap of faith into underwater photography led to a thriving career documenting the biodiverse beauty of the Cape Peninsula's kelp forests. James dives deep into his unique, patient approach to getting spectacular shots, revealing why he prioritizes composition and letting the marine wildlife come to him, rather than chasing the perfect subject. He also discusses the transformative impact of his career, providing insights into starting an eco-tourism business and connecting people intimately with the natural environment. Learn how this commitment to passion and patience can change the trajectory of your life.Subscribe for more stories of wildlife conservation and connection! 🐋============================================================▶️Guest information◀️➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_kelptown➡️Prints Website: https://kelptown.com/collections/digital-prints➡️Tours Website: https://kelptown.com/pages/kelp-forest-snorkel-experiences-in-cape-town============================================================Thankyou for listening! =============================================================If you enjoyed this episode please let the platform you listened on know by leaving a review or rating on the podcast - if you already have thankyou!Reach out and let me know of any topics or guests you would like seen on the podcast🤙You can find more information at: ▶️Website - https://workingwithwildlife.co/ ▶️Podcast Instagram ­- https://www.instagram.com/_workingwithwildlife_/▶️Personal Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jaedon_lunt/▶️Email – [email protected] =============================================================****************⬇️bellow is a list of all the podcast gear I use⬇️***************This podcast is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something I will receive a small commission. ✅Mic: https://amzn.to/47408aP✅Stand: https://amzn.to/44Wpc2h✅Camera Stand: https://amzn.to/3UIBcOF✅Camera continuous power: https://amzn.to/46ypqOj✅Focus rite: https://amzn.to/3IM3rJX✅10ft XLR cables: https://amzn.to/4oejoIY✅Audio Jack splitter: https://amzn.to/4l0jsZR✅128GB SD card: https://amzn.to/46EiWgV✅Sony zv-e10: https://amzn.to/45a9Tlr
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  • How this man is 'saving the oceans’(why its okay to care) SEAFOOD ETHICS ft. Wasseem Emam
    Send us a textWhat does it really mean to eat seafood ethically — and can the way we farm fish actually help save the oceans?In this episode, I sit down with Wasseem Emam, an expert in aquaculture ethics with over 15 years of international experience. Wasseem has dedicated his career to transforming how the world views seafood — from the sentience of fish to the systems that farm them.we dive deep into:• What sentience really means in aquatic life• The moral and environmental challenges of aquaculture• Wasseem’s personal journey from research to reform🎯 Main Takeaway:You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of seafood ethics — and how you, too, can make choices that support both wildlife and the world’s oceans.Thankyou for listening!============================================================▶️Guest information◀️➡️Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ethicalseafoodresearch➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ethical-seafood-research➡️Website: https://ethicalseafoodresearch.com🔗 Resources Mentioned or worth checking out:• FAI Farms’ Tilapia Welfare Apphttps://www.mytilapia.farm• latest reportshttps://ethicalseafoodresearch.com/media-centre• Stay tuned for the upcoming Aquaculture Activity Book and latest FAI reports — links coming soon!============================================================Thankyou for listening! =============================================================If you enjoyed this episode please let the platform you listened on know by leaving a review or rating on the podcast - if you already have thankyou!Reach out and let me know of any topics or guests you would like seen on the podcast🤙You can find more information at: ▶️Website - https://workingwithwildlife.co/ ▶️Podcast Instagram ­- https://www.instagram.com/_workingwithwildlife_/▶️Personal Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jaedon_lunt/▶️Email – [email protected] =============================================================****************⬇️bellow is a list of all the podcast gear I use⬇️***************This podcast is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something I will receive a small commission. ✅Mic: https://amzn.to/47408aP✅Stand: https://amzn.to/44Wpc2h✅Camera Stand: https://amzn.to/3UIBcOF✅Camera continuous power: https://amzn.to/46ypqOj✅Focus rite: https://amzn.to/3IM3rJX✅10ft XLR cables: https://amzn.to/4oejoIY✅Audio Jack splitter: https://amzn.to/4l0jsZR✅128GB SD card: https://amzn.to/46EiWgV✅Sony zv-e10: https://amzn.to/45a9Tlr
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  • She Pursued a CAREER in Wildlife Biology - This Is What Happened | ep.31
    Send us a textIf you’ve ever wondered how to turn your passion for animals into a real career, this episode is for you. Conservation biologist Kate Sheridan joins me to share her journey and the lessons she’s learned working on the frontlines of wildlife conservation. With a heart for rhino protection, Kate is passionate about helping people find their own path into working with wildlife.We cover:- The skills that make you stand out when applying for wildlife jobs- The ongoing fight against rhino poaching- Hard-won lessons from life as a wildlife biologistBy the end of this conversation, you’ll have a clearer idea of how you, too, can work in conservation biology—and take real steps toward making wildlife your career.Thankyou for listening!👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and leave a review.👈============================================================▶️Guest information◀️➡️Instagram: https:/c/www.instagram.com/conservation_kate➡️Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conservation_kate?_t=ZN-8x2B8r49qA3&_r=1&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaelKbzmfMNig_0G1sF9qef_vg2vZjQV-rceugQDV031NBsYTUX5iwN5eM5nrA_aem_nYEVA_E6y5ZSgvfwv-MP3Q➡️Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@conservation_kateThankyou for listening! =============================================================If you enjoyed this episode please let the platform you listened on know by leaving a review or rating on the podcast - if you already have thankyou!Reach out and let me know of any topics or guests you would like seen on the podcast🤙You can find more information at: ▶️Website - https://workingwithwildlife.co/ ▶️Podcast Instagram ­- https://www.instagram.com/_workingwithwildlife_/▶️Personal Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jaedon_lunt/▶️Email – [email protected] =============================================================****************⬇️bellow is a list of all the podcast gear I use⬇️***************This podcast is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something I will receive a small commission. ✅Mic: https://amzn.to/47408aP✅Stand: https://amzn.to/44Wpc2h✅Camera Stand: https://amzn.to/3UIBcOF✅Camera continuous power: https://amzn.to/46ypqOj✅Focus rite: https://amzn.to/3IM3rJX✅10ft XLR cables: https://amzn.to/4oejoIY✅Audio Jack splitter: https://amzn.to/4l0jsZR✅128GB SD card: https://amzn.to/46EiWgV✅Sony zv-e10: https://amzn.to/45a9Tlr
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  • How Dr Stephen is changing the world as a Wildlife Veterinarian | ft. Dr Stephen Van Mil | ep.30
    Send us a textWhat does it take to dedicate your career to saving wildlife? 🐾 In this episode, I sit down with Dr Stephen van Mil — a wildlife veterinarian, entrepreneur, and TV personality — to uncover the passion, challenges, and big-picture vision behind his work.We dive into:⭕Why Stephen does what he does, and what keeps him motivated in the face of tough challenges⭕What makes a veterinary team truly great — and why collaboration matters more than ever⭕The fascinating story of how he became a well-known face on TV while still working hands-on with animals 🎥By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with a clearer idea of what it takes to thrive in a mobile veterinary practice, and how you too can carve a meaningful path working with wildlife.🔗 Be sure to subscribe, follow, and leave a review if you enjoyed this chat. Thankyou for listening!============================================================▶️Guest information◀️You can also connect with Dr Stephen and explore his work through the following links➡️Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstephenvanmil➡️Website: https://www.byronbaywildlifehospital.org/donateThankyou for listening! =============================================================If you enjoyed this episode please let the platform you listened on know by leaving a review or rating on the podcast - if you already have thankyou!Reach out and let me know of any topics or guests you would like seen on the podcast🤙You can find more information at: ▶️Website - https://workingwithwildlife.co/ ▶️Podcast Instagram ­- https://www.instagram.com/_workingwithwildlife_/▶️Personal Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jaedon_lunt/▶️Email – [email protected] =============================================================****************⬇️bellow is a list of all the podcast gear I use⬇️***************This podcast is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something I will receive a small commission. ✅Mic: https://amzn.to/47408aP✅Stand: https://amzn.to/44Wpc2h✅Camera Stand: https://amzn.to/3UIBcOF✅Camera continuous power: https://amzn.to/46ypqOj✅Focus rite: https://amzn.to/3IM3rJX✅10ft XLR cables: https://amzn.to/4oejoIY✅Audio Jack splitter: https://amzn.to/4l0jsZR✅128GB SD card: https://amzn.to/46EiWgV✅Sony zv-e10: https://amzn.to/45a9Tlr
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  • How to tell BETTER stories: (Nature, Legacy, and Impact) ft. Amanda French | ep.29
    Send us a textWhat makes a story truly unforgettable? In this episode, I’m joined by Amanda French—author of The Last Crocodile Hunter and who plays a part in SE Queensland koala management—who has spent years working alongside Bob Irwin and sharing stories that inspire action for nature.We dive into:🌿 What it was like working closely with Bob Irwin📖 How to craft and tell a great story🌏 Amanda’s journey across Australia and the world working with wildlife💡 A life-changing moment that shaped her path and deepened her bond with Bob IrwinThis conversation is heartfelt, inspiring, and packed with lessons on how storytelling can create a legacy and impact far beyond ourselves.============================================================Amanda French is a Queensland-based media and communications specialist dedicated to wildlife and conservation causes. She has worked both in the field and remotely, developing high-profile campaigns and supporting international wildlife projects to tell their stories, including her work in Sumatran communities with a focus on endangered elephants, as well as with Australian not-for-profit organizations focused on conservation. Amanda is currently involved in a major koala health and management program in Queensland, and is the co-founder of C.R.O.C QLD.She is also the author of The Last Crocodile Hunter – A Father and Son Legacy, the autobiography of Bob Irwin Senior, which tells the story of his legacy in conservation. Together, Amanda and Bob have travelled more than 20,000 kilometers to share the stories of grassroots conservation organizations and inspire others. Her work in the wildlife space has also been featured twice on ABC’s Australian Story—first in March 2013 and again in May 2015.➡️Instagram: @croc.qld➡️Facebook: @croc.qld➡️The Last Crocodile Hunter Paper Back: https://amzn.to/3HkdNjS➡️The Last Crocodile Hunter Audio book: https://amzn.to/45q4tUKThankyou for listening! =============================================================If you enjoyed this episode please let the platform you listened on know by leaving a review or rating on the podcast - if you already have thankyou!Reach out and let me know of any topics or guests you would like seen on the podcast🤙You can find more information at: ▶️Website - https://workingwithwildlife.co/ ▶️Podcast Instagram ­- https://www.instagram.com/_workingwithwildlife_/▶️Personal Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jaedon_lunt/▶️Email – [email protected] =============================================================****************⬇️bellow is a list of all the podcast gear I use⬇️***************This podcast is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something I will receive a small commission. ✅Mic: https://amzn.to/47408aP✅Stand: https://amzn.to/44Wpc2h✅Camera Stand: https://amzn.to/3UIBcOF✅Camera continuous power: https://amzn.to/46ypqOj✅Focus rite: https://amzn.to/3IM3rJX✅10ft XLR cables: https://amzn.to/4oejoIY✅Audio Jack splitter: https://amzn.to/4l0jsZR✅128GB SD card: https://amzn.to/46EiWgV✅Sony zv-e10: https://amzn.to/45a9Tlr
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A nature based podcast that aims to learn from and listen to the small moments of Those that work with in the vast amount of fields within the wildlife industry, with the goal of helping listeners find and get their dream job working with wildlife!
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