Jonathan Slaght
Author and conservation writer focused on Amur (Siberian) tigers; discusses his book Tigers Between Empires and his research into tiger ecology and conservation in the Russian Far East.
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Dec 11, 2025 • 49min
The Book Club: The Journey to Save the Siberian Tiger
This week’s guest, Jonathan Slaght, is an author and conservation writer dedicated to the Amur tiger. He shares fascinating insights about the intricacies of tiger ecology and conservation efforts in Russia's Far East. Listeners will learn how 19th-century borders impacted tiger habitats, the pivotal role of Soviet measures in their recovery, and the challenges of counting these elusive creatures. Jonathan recounts gripping field stories, including the dramatic capture of a tiger cub named Olga, and discusses the ongoing threats to these magnificent animals.
Nov 10, 2025 • 42min
Saving Tigers, Green Crime and Cli-fi
Wildlife biologist Jonathan Slaght shares his efforts to save the Amur tiger, revealing insights from his fieldwork in Russia. Novelist Juhea Kim discusses her cli-fi stories, exploring humanity's delicate balance with nature and advocating for activism through art. Criminal psychologist Julia Shaw delves into the psychology of green crime, explaining why people exploit the environment and how understanding these motives can help combat ecological devastation. Together, they highlight the urgent need for emotional storytelling in conservation.
