

Into The Wild
Ryan Dalton & Nadia Shaikh
You know that feeling you get when you care about the natural world & it’s future but there’s just so much going on & you can’t keep up? Well, enter Into The Wild, your new favourite wildlife & conservation podcast!
Each week (plus longer monthly shows that need more chat) hosts Ryan Dalton & Nadia Shaikh catch up on some nature news, sharing stories from the UK & around the world that have hit the main stream media & help unpack the madness.
Each week (plus longer monthly shows that need more chat) hosts Ryan Dalton & Nadia Shaikh catch up on some nature news, sharing stories from the UK & around the world that have hit the main stream media & help unpack the madness.
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Dec 10, 2025 • 32min
Nature News - Week 33 - Denmark Fueling Some Confusion & Columbia Fueling Positivity
This week on Nature News we are all about fuel......of the fossil kind. Nadia starts with a story from Demark, which is one of capturing carbon to store back where they found it but, is this truly the solution? Next Ryan shares some news from Columbia about some fossil fuel bans which sound a bit more of a way forward.
Show notes: Links to all stories mentioned: Denmark Carbon Capture / Columbia Fossil Fuel Ban
Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support us with running costs, you can make a one off donation or sign up for a monthly tip on www.ko-fi.com/intothewildpod
Chat with us: We're on Instagram & BlueSky or you can chuck us an email at intothewildpod@mail.com.
To follow the hosts of the show, Ryan & Nadia, follow them at @mrryanjdalton & @buteblackbird

Dec 3, 2025 • 34min
Nature News - Week 32 - Playful Sharks & Avian Flu Update!
To play or not to play? That is rarely the question but in this week's Nature News.....it actually is. After an experiment involving sharks & human toys took place during a controlled study, a question was raised asking "do sharks play?".
It's also that magical time of year where we have.....AN AVIAN FLU UPDATE. Okay, so not quite the festive feels but nevertheless, an important look into what this virus is doing.
Show notes: Links to all stories mentioned: Avian Flu / Shark Play / Tree Poison
Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support us with running costs, you can make a one off donation or sign up for a monthly tip on www.ko-fi.com/intothewildpod
Chat with us: We're on Instagram & BlueSky or you can chuck us an email at intothewildpod@mail.com.
To follow the hosts of the show, Ryan & Nadia, follow them at @mrryanjdalton & @buteblackbird

Nov 26, 2025 • 37min
Nature News - Week 31 - Snail Hunt Is On & Absolute Cop Out!
Nerds welcome to Week 31 of your nature news fix & after a beautiful little story about a hair snail, we move on to something harder to handle.
Okay, after protests from indigenous communities, many debates & talks & constant news reporting, COP30 is finished & Nadia & Ryan do their best to give you an update on the event & agreements.
Show notes: Links to all stories mentioned: Hairy Snail / Cop30 / More Cop
Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support us with running costs, you can make a one off donation or sign up for a monthly tip on www.ko-fi.com/intothewildpod
Chat with us: We're on Instagram & BlueSky or you can chuck us an email at intothewildpod@mail.com.
To follow the hosts of the show, Ryan & Nadia, follow them at @mrryanjdalton & @buteblackbird

Nov 19, 2025 • 33min
Nature News - Week 30 - Can We Build It? & Bacteria Could Save The Day!
Nerds, let's start by saying yes, Ryan & Nadia's nature highlights are becoming a bit desperate so why not get in touch on email (intothewildpod@gmail.com) or DM on Instagram (link below) so we can share YOUR nature highlight from the week!
Onto Week 30 of Nature News, we start with a new way to deter those herring gulls from your chips & move on to an in-depth discussion about Labour's plan to build a lot of new homes but without looking after nature. Finishing with a new report on an ocean bacteria that can digest PET plastic!
Show notes: Links to all stories mentioned: Housing & Nature / Gulls / Bacteria
Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support us with running costs, you can make a one off donation or sign up for a monthly tip on www.ko-fi.com/intothewildpod
Chat with us: We're on Instagram & BlueSky or you can chuck us an email at intothewildpod@mail.com.
To follow the hosts of the show, Ryan & Nadia, follow them at @mrryanjdalton & @buteblackbird

Nov 12, 2025 • 28min
Communicating Conservation with Ezz Miles & Ajay Tegala Recorded LIVE at Global Birdfair 2025
Nerds Nature News is on hold this week while we step in to release a "round the table" chat recorded live at Global Birdfair back in July of this year.
Nadia & Ryan were joined by conservationists Ajay Tegala & Ezz Miles to talk about the art (yes, we are using the word art) of communicating conservation in 2025. From how it's changed to what needs to change.
Follow our guests: Ezz Miles / Ajay Tegala
Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support us with running costs, you can make a one off donation or sign up for a monthly tip on www.ko-fi.com/intothewildpod
Chat with us: We're on Instagram & BlueSky or you can chuck us an email at intothewildpod@mail.com.
To follow the hosts of the show, Ryan & Nadia, follow them at @mrryanjdalton & @buteblackbird

Nov 5, 2025 • 35min
Nature News - Week 29 - Vultures with a Foot Fetish & Green Energy Overtake!
Nerds, Week 29 of Nature News is all over the place this week starting with Bearded vultures with a potential foot fetish & the rediscovery of the White knuckled wolf spider on the Isle of Wight to Greenpeace's warning over deep sea mining for metals & some good news with green every overtaking fossil fuel globally.
Show notes: Links to all stories mentioned: Old Shoe / Wolf Spider / Deep Sea Mining / Green Energy
Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support us with running costs, you can make a one off donation or sign up for a monthly tip on www.ko-fi.com/intothewildpod
Chat with us: We're on Instagram & BlueSky or you can chuck us an email at intothewildpod@mail.com.
To follow the hosts of the show, Ryan & Nadia, follow them at @mrryanjdalton & @buteblackbird

Oct 29, 2025 • 29min
Nature News - Week 28 - COP30 & The Amazon
Nadia and Ryan dive into the controversial approval of oil drilling in the Amazon, prompting discussions about environmental hypocrisy before COP30. They celebrate the Indigenous community's successful efforts in Ecuador to protect their lands from extractive industries. You'll also hear real-world insights into the future of the UK's Natural History GCSE and practical tips for fostering a love of nature in young people. Expect light-hearted banter and a mix of serious topics that highlight the intricate relationship between nature and community!

Oct 22, 2025 • 38min
Nature News - Week 27 - Ecocide See Ya & Tipping Points!
On this weeks nature news Nadia kicks off with a potentially trailblazing bill from Scottish Parliament to criminalise actions that are defined as ecocide. Ryan shares an up beat story about re-wriggling a chalk stream in Hertfordshire before ending on some thoughts & feelings about the recent global temperatures causing natural tipping points.
Show notes: Links to all stories mentioned: Ecocide / Rewiggling / Tipping Points
Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support us with running costs, you can make a one off donation or sign up for a monthly tip on www.ko-fi.com/intothewildpod
Chat with us: We're on Instagram & BlueSky or you can chuck us an email at intothewildpod@mail.com.
To follow the hosts of the show, Ryan & Nadia, follow them at @mrryanjdalton & @buteblackbird

Oct 15, 2025 • 31min
Nature News - Week 26 - Dogs, Orcas, Turtles & Trees!
Nerds, week 26 of Nature News is here & from dogs scenting Orca scat to help with Killer whale conservation to good news for Green turtles AND The Woodland Trust's Tree Of The Year, it's one heck of a half hour for you!
Show notes: Links to all stories mentioned: Dogs & Orcas / Green Turtles / TotY
Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support us with running costs, you can make a one off donation or sign up for a monthly tip on www.ko-fi.com/intothewildpod
Chat with us: We're on Instagram & BlueSky or you can chuck us an email at intothewildpod@mail.com.
To follow the hosts of the show, Ryan & Nadia, follow them at @mrryanjdalton & @buteblackbird

Oct 1, 2025 • 28min
Nature News - Week 25 - A Plant Does What? & Fossil Fuel Fines!
Get ready for some wild revelations! Discover how animals can get drunk on fermented fruit, proving that nature has its party moments. A fascinating new dogbane plant mimics injured ants to attract pollinators—nature's clever antics never cease to amaze! Plus, there’s good news with a hefty $744.6 million fine imposed on Chevron for damaging Louisiana wetlands, showing accountability in action. Tune in for a delightful mix of science and environmental updates!


