The Birding Life Youth Podcast

Season 6: Ep 10 | South Africa's Young Photographer of the Year !

In today's episode Josh has a chat with the Youth Photographer of the Year - Jaime Freeman! Jaime tells us about the troubles that occurred with his winning image and he

Season 6: Ep 9 | Faith, Evolution and African Countries!

In the penultimate episode of Season 6, Josh talks to Zach Simpson! They discuss their upcoming holidays, their dream destinations in Africa and how faith is intertwined

Season 6: Ep 8 | Wild Roots: Cathan's Life in the Timbavati

While growing up in the bush presents its own set of challenges, it also provides a rich tapestry of experiences that can shape a person's character and worldview in mean

Season 6: Ep 7 | The Story of Nic Ross: From Safari Guide to Veterinary Student

In this episode Josh chats to one of his class mates, Nic Human! Nic illustrates stories from his time guiding at Madikwe Safari Lodge and explains his decision to leave

Season 6: Ep 6 | Exploring Avi-tourism, FGASA and some very Elusive Flufftails

Join Gabby and John Kinghorn as they delve deeper into the world of birding. From discussing Birding Big Year achievements to the perpetual challenge of spotting Flufftai

Season 6: Ep 5 | Chasing Feathers with one of SA's Birding Big Year Big Guns

In this episode, Gabby engages in a lively conversation with John Kinghorn, renowned as one of South Africa's most exceptional youth birders. Discover John's profound pas

Season 6: Ep 4 | Confronting Fears: Exploring Snakes and Snake Handling

Many people share a common fear of snakes, and in this episode, Gabby courageously faces her own fears while chatting with the fearless Leo Du Toit. When he's not busy in

Season 6: Ep 3 | David Attenborough, England and the RSPB

In today's episode Josh speaks to Freddie Emms - who is all the way in England! Freddie is a member of the RSPB youth council and he played a role in David Attenborough's

Season 6: Ep 2 | The World of Cyber Tracking & Man Tracking

It's not every day that you encounter someone so deeply passionate about their work that their enthusiasm becomes contagious. Samantha Patrick, a true legend in the field

Season 6: Ep 1 | The Founder and Executive Director of Fledglink

Welcome to season 6! In the first episode of this season Josh has a conversation with the founder and executive director of Fledglink - Katie Chang. Katie tells us where

Season 5: Ep 10 | Kayleigh Huyseman

In this final episode of Season 5, Gabby chats to Kayleigh. Author of the wonderful children's books Wild Kids Books SA, Mom of three incredible bush children, all making

Season 5: Ep 9 | Hannes Burlin

In today's episode Josh has a chat with Hannes Burlin! Hannes is from Stockholm, Sweden. Hannes describes his adventures around Sweden and informs us as to what wildlife

Season 5: Ep 8 | Wade Lee

The larger than life Wade Lee touches base with Gabby while back in South Africa, after a very successful trip to Ecuador. Wade tells of his experiences in places like th

Season 5: Ep 7 | Eon Grobler

In this episode Josh has a chat with Eon Grobler! Eon discusses the many great birding sites around Cape Town and he provides an insight into what he hopes the future hol

Season 5: Ep 6 | Adarsh Nagda

This incredible young man is making waves in Conservation in Southern Africa. Gabby catches up with Adarsh Nagda during his off time from his very busy schedule. If Adars

Season 5: Ep 5 | Robyn Phipps

In this episode Josh has a conversation with Robyn Phipps! Robyn has been to the country with the most species of birds - Colombia! She details her birding experiences ar

Season 5: Ep 4 | Robyn Smith

Being the daughter of 2 Veterinary Doctors, Robyn Smith has had a very 'hands-on' upbringing, often experiencing things that most animal lovers never will in their lives.

Season 5: Ep 3 | Shaun Thomas

Today we have a chat to Shaun Thomas who is a fantastic swimmer and a really good birder! He tells us how he got into birding, he details some of his birding stories and

Season 5: Ep 2 | Shane Ngwenya

In this podcast Gabby has a chat to Shane Ngwenya who is not only passionate about snakes and other reptiles but also works hard to educate those from his native communit

Season 5: Ep 1 | The Onderstepoort Birding Club

The first episode of season 5! Today we say a sad goodbye to an old friend, while saying hello to four new ones. Our new friends just happen to be the future veterinarian