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The Think Wildlife Podcast

The Think Wildlife Podcast

Every Monday, join our hosts, Anish Banerjee, as he speaks with renowned conservationists from around the world, dissecting some of the most pressing and intricate challenges threatening wildlife. anishbanerjee.substack.com

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Interview 6: Creating a Future For Nature with Rascha...

The Think Wildlife Podcast ·

2023/07/13

One of the largest challenges for any conservation project around the world is recieving suffecient funding. Projects aim to raise funds through various mechanisms, including grants, awards, scholarships, crowdfunding and the provision of services, such as consultancy. Fortunately, there are various organization, such as Whitley Awards for Nature, Ruffords and the Earthshot Prize which are working to fund conservation projects around the world. The Future For Nature Award is amongst the most

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Interview 5: The Story of The Wildlife Society with...

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2023/07/07

The Wildlife Society is amongst the oldest and most renowned wildlife conservation organizations around the world. Launched in 1936, the organization has over 11,000 members and is actively involved in conservation science, youth engagement, environmental education and the adoption of environmental policy. In this interview, I speak to the CEO of The Wildlife Society to discuss the rich history of the organization and the great work they are doing!Think Wildlife Foundation is supporting the adoption

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43:18

Interview 4: Understanding Nature Credits, Elephants...

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2023/07/01

There is growing consensus that the biodiversity and climate crisis are intricately interlinked. In fact, a report found that just reintroducing nine species can help limit global warming to less than 1.5 degrees celcius. These are due to the immense ecosystem services provided by megafauna species including gray wolves, American bison, beavers, sharks, sea otters , whales and African forest elephants . Moreover, there is greater adoption of nature based solutions, not only to tackle the

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34:12

Interview 3: Save the Rhinos with Jimmy Rutherford...

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2023/06/22

One of the primary targets of poachers around the world are rhinos. Their keratin horns form amongst the most lucrative products in the illegal wildlife trade. This has led to the decimation of the world's rhino species. Fortunately, through conservation efforts, the White Rhino and the Greater One Horned Rhino (aka the Indian Rhino) have witnessed remarkable comebacks. Meanwhile the critically endangered Sumatran and Javan Rhinos are on the verge of extinction.On this episode, I interview Jimmy

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Interview 2: The Future of India’s Tigers with Anish...

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2023/06/16

The revival of tiger populations across India is one of India's most successful conservation stories. India has more than doubled her tiger population between 2006 and 2018. According to the preliminary results of the 2022 national census, India has approximately 3,100 tigers. On Episode 2, I interview Anish Andheria, who is the CEO of the Wildlife Conservation Trust. We discuss current challenges of tiger conservation in India, ranging from human tiger conflict to the issue of roadkills. We also

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26:35

Interview 1: Tackling the Illegal Wildlife Trade with...

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2023/06/10

The illegal wildlife trade is the fourth largest illict industry in the world, after the trafficking of drugs, arms and humans. Unfortunately, various species, ranging from pangolins to bears are on the verge of extinction due to the illegal wildlife trade. Worth over $23 billion annually, the impacts of the illegal wildlife trade goes beyond ecological destruction. In fact, the illegal wildlife trade is often used to fund various criminal syndicates.On Episode 1 of Season 2, I interview Azzedine

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Interview 20: Challenges of being a Wildlife...

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2023/05/26

Join us on the final Episode of Season 1, where we speak to Dr. Aditi Sharma regarding the challenges of being a wildlife vetenerian in India, the challenges of translocating wildlife and the concept of one health. Dr. Aditi Sharma is working as a National Wildlife Policy Expert & Veterinary Consultant with CAMP (Community Action through Motivation Program). She is a former Senior Veterinary Officer in Uttarakhand Government. She is a specialization in Veterinary Surgery & Radiology and additional

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17:35

Interview 19: Ranthambore’s Tigerwalah with Anurag...

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2023/05/26

Wildlife tourism has a crucial role in India's conservation success. With nearly 300 million people living in and around forests, tourism has a crucial role in bolstering the economies of local communities. Tourists also help monitor protected areas in detecting wildlife crimes, such as poaching. Wildlife tourism was temporarily banned in protected areas in India in 2010 to minimise its impact on the environment. While the industry certainly can be improved, the Supreme Court has reversed this

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Interview 18: Investing in Our Oceans with Harry Wright

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2023/05/26

The climate and biodiversity crisis are highly interlinked. One particular ecosystem which has a critical role to play in tackling the climate crisis, are oceans. The important of oceans is not surpising, as they cover over 70% of the earth's surface. Marine ecosystems, ranging from coral reefs to kelp meadows, host immense biodiversity. These ecosystems also store immense amounts of carbons and play a crucial role in climate regulation. To support the conservation of biodiverse oceans, Harry

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25:45

Interview 17: Understanding Ecological Economics with...

The Think Wildlife Podcast ·

2023/05/26

Resuming after a short break, The Think WIldlife Podcast returns with a new episode discussing the role of ecological economics with Nandan Nawn. We discuss the ideas and trends in ecological economics, how it varies from environmental economics, how the field is growing in India. We also discuss how nature can be valued and the role of local communities in conservation. We also discuss the recently launched National Mission on Biodiversity and Human Well-being and some of the great work being done

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29:50

Interview 14: Forestering with Human-Wildlife...

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2023/05/26

India has more than doubled her tiger population since 2010. While this is certainly great news, it is still too early to celebrate. Unfortunately, a population recovery has been met with significant habitat destruction and forest fragmentation. Other than preventing consistent, long term gene flow, this encourages human tiger conflict. A lack of natural habitat and prey, results in tigers predating on livestock and sometimes, even humans. Retaliation is inevitable, and famous, apparent man eating

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18:15

Interview 13: Saving the Majestic Lion with Peter...

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2023/05/26

While many are celebrating the majestic recovery of the Asiatic Lion from the brink of extinction, it is still too early to celebrate. Politics is currently stalling the conservation of lions in India, while the illegal wildlife trade threatens their African counterparts, which truly are struggling. Habitat loss and the depletion of natural prey are also major contributing factors due this concerning population decline.In Episode 13, Peter Lindsey, the Director of the Lion Recovery Fund (Wildlife

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Interview 12: Untangling our Tangled Seas - Akansha...

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2023/05/26

Oceans are the forerunners in our fight against climate change. Unfortunately, we are destroying our marine ecosystems. Overfishing, pollution and unplanned development has impacted these sensitive ecoystems significantly. In episode 12, with Akansha Tiwari, we talk about the importance of marine ecosystems, the ecological impact of marine debris and potential solutions. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit

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Episode 11: 10 Billion Strong with Patrick Arnold

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2023/05/26

In just over 30 years, the United Nations predicts that the world population will reach 10 billion. While the current biodiversity and climate crisis is the doing of forgone generations, it is the youth of today who will be facing the brunt of environment destruction. Yet, they have the potential to create significant change. It is for this reason that Patrick Arnold founded 10 Billion Strong. With the aim to invest in and provide environmental education, the organization hopes that these programs

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Interview 8: ATREE Turns 25 with Vamsidhar Pothula

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2023/05/26

The Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment is one of India's leading research institutes in conservation biology and ecology. In 2022, this presitigious institute celebrated its 25th aniversary. It was around this time when we spoke to Vamsidhar Pothula, the Chief Operating Officer of ATREE, about the organization's vision for conservation education and research, the importance conservation outreach and his experiences transitioning from the corporate sector to conservation. This

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