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Riding horses across the landscape of Kenya in 2004 led me from an academic life in Italy, making my own olive oil and teaching Italian literature, to living on the edge of Kenya's Great Rift Valley, running my boutique safari business and flying myself around in an old Cessna 185. This podcast explores the multi-faceted life here in Africa. We will sift through the greatness of safaris, conservation efforts, community projects across the continent and meet an inspiring variety of people who are committed and passionate about what they do. Welcome to the adventure!
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Conservationists tend to be passionate and committed - and sometimes a bit "puffed up" shall we say about all they care about and all they achieve. Not so with Richard Bonham, co-founder and man-on-the-ground of the Big Life Foundation in Kenya, who was awarded the Prince William Award for Conservation in Africa. Those who know Richard speak of passion and commitment and dedication - as well as humility and modesty and care. This comes through on our chat, even though you can't see the ...
Lions, Tigers and Bears.... There are some myths about Africa that I am debunking in this episode. It's not to make anyone calling Africa a country feel bad. Rather, it's opening up the conversation about what one imagines when thinking of Africa compared to the reality on the ground. I cover the continent, the wildlife, the weather... If you are a curious adventurer, I think you will be intrigued to know more and if you have been here, I bet the Africa bug (harmless of course!) will bite aga...
John Neelo is one of the heros in the conservation of African Wild dogs. He lives and works in the field in Botswana and I had the great pleasure to sit down and have this conversation about how John became a senior researcher on dog project, how the latest technology is helping to minimise human-wildlife conflict between the dogs (Africa's most efficient hunter) and villagers and their livestock, and how tourism can be a positive in the Wild Dogs' ensured survival. We are in the Okavango Del...
I love Rwanda. Why? So many reasons... and not just because you can visit the endangered Mountain Gorillas in their beautiful home, guided by great people from a country that has overcome so much pain and loss through the power of forgiveness. ... But for all of those reasons too! Enjoy. www.tintrunksafari.com Instagram: @tintrunksafari
My walk around the gorgeous grounds of La Residence in the Cape Winelands of Franschhoek, South Africa with Edward Paul, more belovedly known as Uncle Eddie, gives a glimpse not only into his passion for the land: the old trees he planted, the olives and vineyard he tends, but also of his resilient spirit and the power to change one's life for the better. Enjoy my walk around with Eddie Paul. www.tintrunksafari.com Instagram: @tintrunksafari
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