The Big Cat People Podcast

• EPISODE 05: Nick Brandt – Becoming a Photographer

  Welcome to The Big Cat People podcast! We're Jonathan and Angela Scott, award-winning wildlife photographers, authors and conservationists. We have made our name documenting the lives of lions, leopards and cheetahs in the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. Today's episode is a continuation of our guest interview series, 'In Conversation with The Big Cat People'. In this series, Jonathan and Angie sit down with incredibly talented photographers to discuss the topic of 'Becoming a Photographer'. Today's guest is Nick Brandt, an English photographer focused on the vanishing natural world due to environmental destruction, climate change, and human actions. He directed award-winning music videos like Michael Jackson's "Earth Song" before falling in love with East Africa during a shoot in Tanzania. Frustrated with not capturing his feelings for animals, he embarked on his On This Earth Trilogy, aiming to depict animals' essence. Brandt founded the Big Life Foundation in response to escalating poaching in Africa, protecting wildlife and ecosystems. His projects like "Inherit the Dust" and "This Empty World" depict the impact of human development on animals and humans. His work captures the critical moment of the Anthropocene, reflecting on climate change's consequences. Brandt's recent series in Fiji addresses climate change without featuring animals. This podcast series is a continuing effort to educate and inspire our audience. If you'd like to learn more about us, or to check out our latest collection of educational ebooks, please visit our website: www.bigcatpeople.com. Connect with Nick Brandt: @nickbrandt nickbrandt.com

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• EPISODE 04: Shem Compion – Becoming a Photographer

  Welcome to The Big Cat People podcast! We're Jonathan and Angela Scott, award-winning wildlife photographers, authors and conservationists. We have made our name documenting the lives of lions, leopards and cheetahs in the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. Today's episode is a continuation of our guest interview series, 'In Conversation with The Big Cat People'. In this series, Jonathan and Angie sit down with incredibly talented photographers to discuss the topic of 'Becoming a Photographer'. Today's guest is Shem Compion, an African-born adventurer, nature photographer, author, and innovative photography hide builder. Co-founder of C4 Photo Safaris, his work, renowned globally, includes contributions to the BBC's Planet Earth series. Pioneering photography hides, such as Africa's first underground hide, Shem offers unique perspectives. An educator and author, he's published seven titles, including "A Landscape of Insects." Shem's boundless exploration recently took him along Ethiopia's Omo River, consistently producing creative photographic work. As a Fellow of the Royal Geographic Society in London, Shem Compion remains a dynamic force in wildlife photography. This podcast series is a continuing effort to educate and inspire our audience. If you'd like to learn more about us, or to check out our latest collection of educational ebooks, please visit our website: www.bigcatpeople.com. Connect with Shem Compion: ⁠@shemimages shemimages.com

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• EPISODE 03: Abraham Joffe – Becoming a Photographer

  Welcome to The Big Cat People podcast! We're Jonathan and Angela Scott, award-winning wildlife photographers, authors and conservationists. We have made our name documenting the lives of lions, leopards and cheetahs in the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. Today's episode is a continuation of a new guest interview series, 'In Conversation with The Big Cat People'. In this series, Jonathan and Angie sit down with incredibly talented photographers to discuss the topic of 'Becoming a Photographer'. Today's guest is Abraham Joffe ACS, an Australian cinematographer, director, and producer, who is renowned for his visually captivating storytelling. He's the founder of Untitled Film Works, specializing in cutting-edge capture technology. With 20 years of experience across 40 countries and expertise in underwater and aerial filming, Abraham's work includes the Netflix series "Tales by Light." This series led to "Big Cat Tales" in 2018 and 2019. In 2017, he received the Milli award from the Australian Cinematographers Society for his work. Currently, he's directing and producing the Netflix series "OUR OCEANS" and an upcoming feature film. This podcast series is a continuing effort to educate and inspire our audience. If you'd like to learn more about us, or to check out our latest collection of educational ebooks, please visit our website: www.bigcatpeople.com. Connect with Abraham Joffe: @abrahamjoffe untitledfilmworks.com

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• EPISODE 02: Brent Stirton – Becoming a Photographer

  Welcome to The Big Cat People podcast! We're Jonathan and Angela Scott, award-winning wildlife photographers, authors and conservationists. We have made our name documenting the lives of lions, leopards and cheetahs in the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. Today's episode is a continuation of a new guest interview series, 'In Conversation with The Big Cat People'. In this series, Jonathan and Angie sit down with incredibly talented photographers to discuss the topic of 'Becoming a Photographer'. Today's guest is Brent Stirton, a Senior Photographer at Getty Images in New York, is celebrated for his compelling documentary work. With an alternative approach to photojournalism, he combines lighting portraiture in the field with prolific work ethic, traveling extensively on commissioned assignments. Collaborating with renowned publications like National Geographic, CNN Traveler, and more, he interprets stories visually. His focus lies in humanitarian issues, including HIV/AIDS, environment, poverty, and women's empowerment. Stirton has received numerous awards, including a Peabody Award in 2012, and holds a journalism degree from South Africa, where he began his career documenting apartheid issues. This podcast series is a continuing effort to educate and inspire our audience. If you'd like to learn more about us, or to check out our latest collection of educational ebooks, please visit our website: www.bigcatpeople.com. Connect with Brent Stirton: brentstirton.com @brentstirton

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• EPISODE 01: Will Burrard-Lucas – Becoming a Photographer

  Welcome to The Big Cat People podcast! We're Jonathan and Angela Scott, award-winning wildlife photographers, authors and conservationists. We have made our name documenting the lives of lions, leopards and cheetahs in the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. Today's episode is the first in the brand new guest interview series, 'In Conversation with The Big Cat People'. In this series, Jonathan and Angie sit down with incredibly talented photographers to discuss the topic of 'Becoming a Photographer'. The first guest on the podcast is Will Burrard-Lucas, a British wildlife photographer and Sony Europe Imaging Ambassador who splits his time between the UK and Africa. Inspired by childhood years in Tanzania, he's deeply connected to the natural world. Will's work centers on capturing awe-inspiring animal portraits, often using wide-angle lenses. He's known for pioneering "BeetleCam," a remote-controlled camera buggy, and a range of camera trap products. His collaborations with Tsavo Trust and Kenya Wildlife Service resulted in "Land of Giants," a book documenting iconic elephants. "The Black Leopard" and a forthcoming book on lions continue his remarkable journey. Don't miss his 2022 Ted Talk: "Between Dreams and Reality. This podcast series is a continuing effort to educate and inspire our audience. If you'd like to learn more about us, or to check out our latest collection of educational ebooks, please visit our website: www.bigcatpeople.com. Connect with Will Burrard-Lucas: willbl.com @willbl

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