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Coffee with Conservationists

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Sep 7, 2021 • 1h 15min

Episode 25 - Talking with Joe Harkness about mental health and nature

Joe is an avid birder, a SENCo (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) by trade, and author of the bestselling book Bird Therapy. You can find out more about Joe's work here: https://joeharkness.co.uk/ and download his teaching pack here: https://joeharkness.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Bird-Therapy-Teaching-Pack-V3.pdf Follow the podcast on Instagram - @coffee_with_conservationists / follow me - @george_brynmor  on Instagram. Coffee Notes - Redbank Coffee roasters I haven't had the chance to try a specific coffee from Redbank yet, but you can find more about this coffee here: https://redbankcoffee.com/ Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/about
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Aug 28, 2021 • 45min

Episode 24 - Talking with Scott Gudrich about blue carbon and community outreach

Scott is a marine scientist, conservationist and director of community outreach and science communication charity The Plover Rovers (registered charity in England and Wales (1189992)). We talked about about salt-marsh and seagrass, their links to blue carbon, and bringing effective and accessible science communication to coastal communities. You can find out more about Scott's work here: https://www.plover-rovers.com/ and here: https://www.instagram.com/plover.rovers/ Follow the podcast on Instagram - @coffee_with_conservationists / follow me - @george_brynmor  on Instagram. Coffee Notes - Chipp Coffee Co I haven't had the chance to try a specific coffee from CCC yet, but you can find more about this coffee here: https://chippcoffee.co.uk/ Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/about
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Jul 6, 2021 • 45min

Episode 23 - Talking with Isabel Ontaneda about the Maquipucuna reserve, community ecotourism and Andean bears.

Isabel is a conservationist and operations manager at Maquipucuna reserve and ecolodge. We talked about the conservation work done at the reserve, community-lead ecotourism, Andean bear congregations and the threats facing people and wildlife in the area.  You can find out more about Isabel's work here: https://www.instagram.com/isaonta/, https://www.instagram.com/maquipucuna/ and here https://www.maquipucuna.org/.  Follow the podcast on Instagram - @coffee_with_conservationists / follow me - @george_brynmor  on Instagram. Buy me a Ko-fi and help support local and indigenous coffee growing communities and small, independent coffee shops. https://ko-fi.com/coffeewithconservationistspod Coffee Notes - Café Maquipucuna.  While it's not currently available to export, you can find out more about this coffee here: https://www.maquipucuna.org/maquipucuna-coffee  Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
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Jun 5, 2021 • 20min

Episode 22 - Talking with Charlotte Foote about bird ringing and making nature safe and accessible for all

Charlotte is a licensed bird ringer, citizen scientist and wildlife photographer. We talked about the importance of bird ringing, Schedule 1 licensing and how it applies to wildlife photography and making nature safe and accessible for all.  You can find out more about Charlotte's work here: https://www.instagram.com/birdringer19/  Follow the podcast on Instagram - @coffee_with_conservationists / follow me - @george_brynmor  on Instagram. Buy me a Ko-fi and help support local and indigenous coffee growing communities and small, independent coffee shops. https://ko-fi.com/coffeewithconservationistspod Coffee Notes - Girls Who Grind Coffee Origin - Finca La Plata, Jinotega, Nicaragua Producer - Cynthia La Rue Variety - Catuai Process - Black Honey Roast date - 29/3/21 Tasting Notes - Red grape juice, fruit and nut bar, tangerine Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
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May 27, 2021 • 48min

Episode 21 - Talking with Celina Chien about the Illegal Wildlife Trade, and the importance of truthful science communication

Celina is an intersectional conservationist, ecologist, photojournalist, ambassador for Girls who Click and a member of the youth council for Reseva - the Youth Land Trust. We talked about the Illegal Wildlife Trade, the importance of truthful science communication, her work with Reserva - the youth land trust, and the lack of diversity in wildlife filmmaking and photojournalism. We also finished off the episode talking about two incredible books, so stay tuned for more book-related content on my Instagram and Ko-fi page soon. You can find out more about Celina's work here: https://www.instagram.com/celinaxchien/ and here https://www.celinachien.com/ Follow the podcast on Instagram - @coffee_with_conservationists / follow me - @george_brynmor  on Instagram. Buy me a Ko-fi and help support local and indigenous coffee growing communities and small, independent coffee shops. https://ko-fi.com/coffeewithconservationistspod Coffee Notes - gifted by Blackfin Coffee Origin - Virunga region, Democratic Republic of Congo  Tasting Notes - notes of raspberry, blueberry and dark chocolate  Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
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Apr 27, 2021 • 43min

Episode 20 - Talking with Tolga Aktas about the African Wild Dogs, soil health and connecting kids with nature

Tolga is a conservation biologist, writer and environmental photojournalist. We talked about his work with African Wild Dogs, soil health and science, connecting kids with nature and more! You can find out more about Tolga's work here: https://www.instagram.com/tolga_aktas1/?hl=en and here https://waysofthenaturalworld.wordpress.com/  Follow the podcast on Instagram - @coffee_with_conservationists / follow me - @george_brynmor  on Instagram.** Buy me a Ko-fi and help support local and indigenous coffee growing communities and small, independent coffee shops. https://ko-fi.com/coffeewithconservationistspod** Coffee Notes - Triple Co Coffee Origin - Nicaragua Variety - Caturra  Tasting Notes - Cherry, oreo cookie, fudge Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
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Apr 5, 2021 • 30min

Episode 19 - Talking with Indah Sartika Sari about Sumatran Rhinos and breaking barriers to women working in science

Indah is a conservationist, scientist, project leader and current postgrad student at the University of Exeter. We talked about her work with sumatran rhinos, the importance of data collection surveys, how vital community engagement is in conservation, and breaking down the barriers to women becoming scientists. You can find out more about Indah's work here: https://www.instagram.com/littlespiderhunter/ and here https://www.instagram.com/indahssphotos/ Follow the podcast on Instagram - @coffee_with_conservationists / follow me - @george_brynmor  on Instagram. Buy me a Ko-fi and help support local and indigenous coffee growing communities and small, independent coffee shops. https://ko-fi.com/coffeewithconservationistspod  Coffee Notes - Olfactory Coffee Info - "Knockout" Espresso blend  Origin - 80% Fazenda Cruzeiro (Brazil), 20% Finca Guadalupe Zaju Estate (Mexico) Roast date - 04/3/21  Tasting Notes - Red grape, toffee, cacao butter Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
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Apr 3, 2021 • 41min

Episode 18 - PART 2 - Talking with Jordan Lerma - Our thoughts on Seaspiracy

Jordan is a marine scientist and drone pilot who's work focusses on researching Cetaceans (whales and dolphins) using drones. We talked about the new Netflix documentary "Seaspiracy" and looked at it from the a non-expert perspective (mine) and a scientific perspective (Jordan's). We also discussed complex, convoluted and often misunderstood topics such as whaling in the Faroe Islands.  You can find out more about Jordan's work here: https://www.instagram.com/uheheu/?hl=en and here https://www.cascadiaresearch.org/drones Link to the website referenced in the podcast: https://sustainablefisheries-uw.org/ Follow the podcast on Instagram - @coffee_with_conservationists / follow me - @george_brynmor  on Instagram. Buy me a Ko-fi and help support local and indigenous coffee growing communities and small, independent coffee shops. https://ko-fi.com/coffeewithconservationistspod Coffee Notes - New Ground Coffee Origin - Coko Washing Station, Gakenke District, Rwanda Tasting Notes - Champagne, lime, red grape Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
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Apr 1, 2021 • 21min

Episode 18 - Talking with Jordan Lerma - PART 1 - Drone use in whales & dolphins conservation research

Jordan is a marine scientist and drone pilot who's work focusses on researching Cetaceans (whales and dolphins) using drones. We talked about a close encounter between a paddle-boarder (not Jordan as I incorrectly said) and four humpback whales, new non-invasive breath sampling techniques and the possibilities of future research into cetacean behaviour. You can find out more about Jordan's work here: https://www.instagram.com/uheheu/?hl=en  here https://www.cascadiaresearch.org/drones, https://www.cascadiaresearch.org/hawaiian-cetacean-studies/April2019 and here https://time.com/5282213/whales-drones/ Follow the podcast on Instagram - @coffee_with_conservationists / follow me - @george_brynmor  on Instagram. Buy me a Ko-fi and help support local and indigenous coffee growing communities and small, independent coffee shops. https://ko-fi.com/coffeewithconservationistspod Coffee Notes - New Ground Coffee  Origin - Coko Washing Station, Gakenke District, Rwanda Tasting Notes - Champagne, lime, red grape Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
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Mar 7, 2021 • 45min

Episode 17 - Talking with KM Reyes about her on-the-ground conservation work in the Philippines

KM is a conservation lobbyist, National Geographic explorer and founder/director of the Centre for Sustainability Philippines. We talked about her flagship conservation projects, the biodiversity of the Philippines, the importance of working with Indigenous and local people, and why it is so dangerous to be an environmentalist in the Philippines. You can find out more about KM’s work here:  https://www.instagram.com/karinamay_reyes/?hl=en and here https://www.instagram.com/centreforsustainabilityph/?hl=en Follow the podcast on Instagram - @coffee_with_conservationists / follow me - @george_brynmor  on Instagram. Buy me a Ko-fi and help support local and indigenous coffee growing communities and small, independent coffee shops. https://ko-fi.com/coffeewithconservationistspod Coffee Notes - gifted by Girl with a Portafilter  Info -  https://www.girlwithaportafilter.com/coffee-blog  Origin - Migoti Hill, Burundi  Lead farmer - Pascal Ntawuhezisi Tasting Notes - Cinnamon, black cherry, and milk chocolate  Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/

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