The Wild Eye Podcast

Join Wild Eye guides Andrew Beck and Donovan Cross as they meet up at Oliver Thambo International Airport in Johannesburg South Africa before flying to Kenya for yet another safari. Its not often that our guides get the chance to catch up like this during the peak of safari season. This will give you great insights into the lives of private and photographic guides in the industry.
Plan a safari with Andrew or Donovan by reaching out on info@wild-eye.com
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National Geographic photographer Steve Winter has spent his career photographing big cats around the world, from the graceful jaguars of Brazil’s Pantanal to the elusive Himalayan snow leopard. His photographs astound; his stories, even more so. In Big Cats, Winter and environmental journalist Sharon Guynup share experiences behind the lens.
Gerry had the great pleasure of sitting down to chat to both Steve and Sharon about this stunning book and their incredible story.
Grab a copy for yourself here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/826759/big-cats-by-steve-winter-and-sharon-guynup/
Follow Steve: https://www.instagram.com/stevewinterphoto/?hl=en
Follow Sharon: https://www.instagram.com/sharon.guynup/
Start Something Beautiful: https://wild-eye.com/

Have you ever wondered how remote safari lodges produce such incredible food during your safari? Donovan Cross sits down with Chef Catherine Garden from Kaingo Camp, located in deep within Zambia's South Luangwa. Learn how Catherine runs her kitchen and menu as well as bout her cook book "Abundant Plate".
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On this special World Ranger Day edition of the podcast, Gabby sits down with conservation activist and Saving the Wild founder Jamie Joseph for one of the most powerful conversations we have had.
While rangers continue to risk their lives protecting South Africa’s wildlife, Jamie reveals why the biggest battle is not always fought in the bush, but in the courtroom. Together, they unpack why so many rhino poachers never see prison, how corruption is undermining conservation, and why specialised wildlife courts and stronger legislation could change everything.
Jamie also shares more about Saving the Wild’s campaign for meaningful legal reform, the powerful short film Rhino: The Endgame, the role of public advocacy, and the Hollywood feature film inspired by her work that is currently in development with Margot Robbie’s production company.
This is a conversation about courage, justice, hope and the power of ordinary people to help create real change for wildlife and for the people risking everything to protect it.
Links related to the podcast
Website: https://www.savingthewild.com/jamie-joseph/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saving_the_wild?igsh=MWRvd3EwbHJneWl2
Rhino endgame: https://youtu.be/0Nmk7-VeAUE?si=PqC-2-MvGJT0aRsq
Petition: https://c.org/k4V7nVR9fr
The power in us project: https://www.riverinerecords.com/thepowerinusproject
Anderson Rocio: https://www.andersonrocio.com/powerinus

At just 10 years old, Jamie Smart has already achieved something most wildlife photographers only dream of - being crowned Young Wildlife Photographer of the Year at the Natural History Museum in London.
But beyond the award itself lies something even more special: the way Jamie sees the natural world. In this conversation, we explore the curiosity, patience, and quiet observation behind her photography, as well as the moments that first sparked her love for wildlife.
From early experiences in nature to standing on one of the biggest wildlife photography stages in the world, Jamie shares what it feels like to tell stories through a lens at such a young age, and why young voices matter so much in conservation storytelling.
We also reflect on the powerful image of Jamie standing alongside legendary wildlife photographer Wim van der Heever - a moment that felt especially meaningful to me, knowing Wim’s son Juan has become a close friend of mine.
This is a conversation about wonder, creativity, and seeing the wild with fresh eyes.