Pollinators are the unsung heroes of our planet. From bees and butterflies to bats and birds, these species make life as we know it possible — yet they are facing unprecedented threats. In this episode of Echoes of the Wild, host Matt Giardino sits down with Maddie Dong, Communications Coordinator at Pollinator Partnership, to explore why pollinators matter, the challenges they face, and the innovative solutions being put into action. Maddie shares the story behind Pollinator Partnership’s wo...
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Pollinators are the unsung heroes of our planet. From bees and butterflies to bats and birds, these species make life as we know it possible — yet they are facing unprecedented threats. In this episode of Echoes of the Wild, host Matt Giardino sits down with Maddie Dong, Communications Coordinator at Pollinator Partnership, to explore why pollinators matter, the challenges they face, and the innovative solutions being put into action. Maddie shares the story behind Pollinator Partnership’s wo...
Pollinators are the unsung heroes of our planet. From bees and butterflies to bats and birds, these species make life as we know it possible — yet they are facing unprecedented threats. In this episode of Echoes of the Wild, host Matt Giardino sits down with Maddie Dong, Communications Coordinator at Pollinator Partnership, to explore why pollinators matter, the challenges they face, and the innovative solutions being put into action. Maddie shares the story behind Pollinator Partnership’s wo...
Whales and dolphins are more than just ocean giants—they’re vital to the health of our entire planet. In this episode of Echoes of the Wild, Matt sits down with Whale and Dolphin Conservation (WDC) to explore why these marine mammals matter, the threats they face, and the powerful work being done to protect them. From ending deliberate harm like whaling and captivity to tackling bycatch, vessel strikes, and ocean noise, WDC leads the charge for safer seas and stronger protections. You’ll hear...
Episode Description: In this episode of Echoes of the Wild, we sit down with Sarah Conley, Director of Conservation at the International Elephant Foundation (IEF), to explore her remarkable journey in elephant conservation. From working hands-on with elephants as a teenager to representing IEF on the global stage at CITES, Sarah shares how a deep childhood passion turned into a career dedicated to protecting one of the world’s most iconic species. We talk about the challenges elephants face i...
In this episode of Echoes of the Wild, we step into the world of bird photography with Will, a passionate wildlife photographer whose lens captures more than just feathers — it captures the spirit of the wild. We talk about: • How one bird sparked a lifelong obsession • Will’s favorite birds to photograph — and the stories behind them • What makes a wildlife encounter unforgettable • The role photography plays in conservation and awareness • His personal connecti...
In this premiere episode of Echoes of the Wild, we’re joined by Mich Biesbroek—a certified animal tracker, nature awareness instructor, and conservationist deeply immersed in wolf monitoring and wilderness education across Europe. Mich shares how a rekindled love for nature led him from his home on the outskirts of The Hague to the snowy Tatra Mountains of Slovakia, where he guides citizen scientists for the Slovak Wildlife Society. He also walks us through his work with Werkgroep Wolf Nederl...
Pollinators are the unsung heroes of our planet. From bees and butterflies to bats and birds, these species make life as we know it possible — yet they are facing unprecedented threats. In this episode of Echoes of the Wild, host Matt Giardino sits down with Maddie Dong, Communications Coordinator at Pollinator Partnership, to explore why pollinators matter, the challenges they face, and the innovative solutions being put into action. Maddie shares the story behind Pollinator Partnership’s wo...
