Heart Of The Wild

Losing a beloved pet is one of life's deepest heartbreaks—but grief is also a reflection of extraordinary love. In this heartfelt episode, we're joined by renowned pet loss grief counsellor Beth Bigler, founder of Honouring Our Animals, to explore why saying goodbye to an animal companion can feel so overwhelming, and how we can move through that grief with compassion, grace, and hope. Together, we discuss the importance of honouring the unique bond we share with our animals, navigating feelings of guilt, anticipatory grief, and loss, and finding meaningful ways to keep their love woven into our lives. Whether you're grieving a recent loss, preparing for an inevitable goodbye, or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers comfort, validation, and the gentle reminder that while grief changes us, the love we share with our animals never leaves us.You'll come away feeling seen, supported, and inspired to honour your beloved companion—not only in their memory, but in the way you continue to live, love, and heal.For more information about Beth's work and her book, visit: https://honoringouranimals.com/about/

Some stories don't end when the credits roll—they're only just beginning. Discover how one iconic film inspired a family to turn storytelling into a lifelong mission for wildlife. From the silver screen to the front lines of conservation, this is the remarkable origin story of the Born Free Foundation. Joining us is co-founder Will Travers, whose parents' work on the groundbreaking film Born Free sparked a legacy that has shaped global wildlife conservation for decades. Alongside the Foundation's inspiring journey, Will shares remarkable, true stories of animals whose lives have been transformed through Born Free's work—powerful reminders of what's possible when compassion turns into action.For more information about the Born Free Foundation and how you can get involved, please visit: https://www.bornfree.org.uk/

Trees are more than just part of the landscape — they’re living infrastructure, climate regulators, and biodiversity powerhouses. In this episode, we speak with Abby Seneor, founder of vegetation intelligence platform Treelyon, and explore how new mapping technologies are transforming the way we understand trees. By tracking their lifecycles, health, and growth patterns, we are gaining powerful insights into how trees cool our neighbourhoods, clean our air, and support wildlife.From dense urban streets to vast forests, mapping trees tree-by-tree is revealing the critical role they play in sustaining ecosystems — and why understanding them better may be key to protecting the natural world around us.For more on Treelyon and their important work, check out their website! https://treelyon.com/ For more about the app that identifies bird sounds, visit: https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org

In this uplifting and heartfelt episode, Dianna sits down with Beth Lee-Crowther, widely known as The Pet Psychic , whose remarkable ability to communicate with animals has captivated audiences across the UK, including on her TV shows on Channel 4 and ITV.Beth shares how she first discovered her gift at a young age, recalling the moment she realised her connection with animals went far beyond the ordinary. With warmth and humour, she opens up about some of her most fascinating and unexpected animal communication experiences—revealing just how intuitive, perceptive, and emotionally aware our pets truly are.The episode takes a personal turn when Beth gives Dianna a live reading with her dog Eloise, uncovering touching insights, surprising secrets, and deeply affirming truths about the bond we share with our animals. It’s a joyful, eye-opening conversation that celebrates connection, trust, and the quiet ways our pets reach us every day—whether we realise it or not.Expect to laugh, feel inspired, and maybe even look at your own pet a little differently by the end. 🐾For more information about Beth and her best-selling book, please visit: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Everything-Need-Know-Become-Psychic/dp/1801290776

What does it take to save lives in the middle of a war zone?In this moving episode, we explore the reality of rescuing and caring for dogs living amongst the devastation of war in Ukraine. Nikki Tibbles, the visionary founder of the Wild at Heart Foundation helping the world's stray dogs, shares her firsthand experiences on the ground, the unforgettable stories that have stayed with her, and the extraordinary resilience of both the animals and the people fighting to save them.This is a conversation about hope in the darkest of places, the power of compassion, and why every act of kindness matters. Whether you're an animal lover or simply looking for a story that restores your faith in humanity, sit down and have a cuppa with us as this episode is one you won't forget.For more information about the Wild at Heart Foundation and Nikki's mission to Ukraine, visit https://wildatheartfoundation.org/