Wildlife Conversations with Jen Ritchie

| Wildlife Conversations with Cassia Rivera, Episode 42 |

Cassia Rivera is a North Carolina wildlife photographer, conservationist,  filmmaker, and storyteller. She is fighting each day for wild spaces in her state and collaborates with government agencies, NGOs, citizen scientists, and conservationist communities to impact  increased habitat connectivity.

She collaborated to create the documentary short film, Right of Passage. The film’s mission is to raise awareness in order to support the conservation efforts surrounding safer wildlife corridors for the critically endangered red wolf and all wildlife in North Carolina.

As a board member of Champions for Wildlife and the Executive Director of the North Carolina Wildlife Corridor, Cassia’s passion is contagious and inspiring. We had such an enlightening discussion, and I hope you enjoy it! 

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WHERE TO FIND CASSIA

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassiariveraphotography/
https://www.instagram.com/ncwildlifecorridor/

Websites:
www.northcarolinawildlifecorridor.org
www.rightofpassage.info

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WHERE TO FIND JEN

⁠Website: https://jenlritchie.com/

Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ and 
https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/

Support the podcast: https://jenlritchie.com/support/

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Wildlife Conversations Podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Its goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife and nature photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place.

|Wildlife Conversations with Mary Schrader, Episode 41 |

Mary Schrader is an award-winning wildlife photographer based out of California, but she travels extensively capturing stunning images that showcase connection and story in places like Africa, Alaska, and the Arctic. 

Her work has been recognized by Nature Photographer of the Year, Africa Geographic, Remembering Wildlife, NANPA, The San Diego International Photo Exhibition, the Pangolin Photo Challenge, among others. She’s been featured in Forbes, Popular Science, CNN, Peta Pixel, The Telegraph, The Atlantic, and other international publications.  

With a masters in costume and scenic design for theater, Mary’s artistic eye captures details which evoke story and emotion. Her goal is to ignite a flame of care and compassion in her audience for the wild creatures she captures. 

We have such a rich discussion about her journey to wildlife photography, filling our minds and hearts with creativity and inspiration, her beautiful images and the stories behind them, and so much more! 
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WHERE TO FIND MARY

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryschraderphotography/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarySchraderPhotography/
Website: https://www.maryschraderphotography.com/
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WHERE TO FIND JEN

⁠Website: https://jenlritchie.com/
Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ and 
https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/
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| Wildlife Conversations, Episode 40 with Laura Dyer |

Laura Dyer is an award winning UK/South Africa based wildlife photographer, guide, and teacher. She leads small-group and private photographic safaris from the plains and waterways of Africa to the ice of the Arctic. Laura also does conservation filming alongside Beyond Africa Films.

Her work has been published in both local and international press, as well as in various wildlife magazines and international competitions such as Nature’s Best Photography. Most recently, she received a Highly Commended award, in the Nature Photographer of the Year contest for her beautiful image of an aardvark called “A Curious Nose.”

Laura loves the natural world and hopes through her imagery and tours, she can share some of her passion to conserve and protect this incredible planet.

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WHERE TO FIND LAURA

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauradyerphotography/
Website: www.lauradyerphotography.com
Substack: https://yoursafariguide.substack.com
Beyond Africa Films (w/Dan Clarkson), The Last Cheetahs: https://www.thelastcheetahs.com/film
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WHERE TO FIND JEN

⁠Website: https://jenlritchie.com/

Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ and 
https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/

Support the podcast: https://jenlritchie.com/support/

Grab my ⁠free guide and join the email list for upcoming podcasts: https://jenlritchie.com/freeguide/

See what's in my camera bag here: ⁠https://jenlritchie.com/photographer/

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WHERE TO FIND ROBERTS CAMERA & USEDPHOTOPRO

Websites:
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https://usedphotopro.com/

Online Coupon Code:

Use JENRITCHIEVIP to receive . . .
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Contact Phil Gibson to answer questions about your gear and set you up for your vision. 

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Wildlife Conversations Podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Its goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife and nature photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place.

| Wildlife Conversations with/ Phoebe Carnes, Episode 39 |

Phoebe Carnes (@phoebeswildlife) grew up in North Carolina near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and it has been the muse of her photography and career path. 

Her images introduce viewers to the wonder of the park’s diversity, and she particularly loves showcasing the park’s elk herd on the North Carolina side of the Smokies. 

Right now, Phoebe is an undergraduate wildlife biology student and has worked in wildlife conservation and management in Great Smoky Mountains National Park with NPS staff. This summer, she will be earning a Master’s degree at the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources. 

During this time Phoebe will be in both Florida and South Carolina and hopes to show the beauty of the Southeast through her photography. 

She’s also working on an interdisciplinary project called Tapestry of America, which highlights the wildlife and wild places national parks protect. She hopes to inspire others to advocate for our public lands. She will be having an exhibition and public lecture in the spring at the University of North Carolina at Asheville.

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WHERE TO FIND PHOEBE

Website: https://www.phoebeswildlife.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phoebeswildlife/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564951108930

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WHERE TO FIND JEN

⁠Website: https://jenlritchie.com/

Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ and 
https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/

Support the podcast: https://jenlritchie.com/support/

Grab my ⁠free guide and join the email list for upcoming podcasts: https://jenlritchie.com/freeguide/

See what's in my camera bag here: ⁠https://jenlritchie.com/photographer/

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WHERE TO FIND ROBERTS CAMERA & USEDPHOTOPRO

Websites:
https://robertscamera.com/
https://usedphotopro.com/

Online Coupon Code:
Use JENRITCHIEVIP to receive . . .
- 10% off all used camera equipment on usedphotopro.com
- 10% off select NEW accessories (bags, straps, tripods/monopods and filters) at
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Contact Phil Gibson to answer questions about your gear and set you up for your vision. 

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Wildlife Conversations Podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Its goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife and nature photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place while celebrating the wild. 

Thanks for watching!

| Wildlife Conversations with Jon Kuiper, Episode 38 |

I was excited to welcome Jon Kuiper to the podcast! Jon (@jwkimages) is an Alaska-based photographer who also specializes in bear guiding and fly fishing. Jon’s love of photography was born from a passion for all things nature.Through his guide services and photo work, Jon helps people connect with the wilderness on an intimate and personal level. His goal is to inspire people to conserve and protect the wilderness and wildlife he loves so much.

He shared his journey to wildlife photography and guiding in Alaska and also gave us expert tips on visiting Alaska, ethical photography practices, and travel ideas, and he shared his beautiful images. 

We mentioned the book The Rise of Wolf 8 by Rick McIntyre: https://amzn.to/4jPTj11

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WHERE TO FIND JON

Website: https://jwkimages.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jwkimages/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JWKimages

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WHERE TO FIND JEN

⁠Website: https://jenlritchie.com/

Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ and 
https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/

Support the podcast: https://jenlritchie.com/support/

Grab my ⁠free guide and join the email list for upcoming podcasts: https://jenlritchie.com/freeguide/

See what's in my camera bag here: ⁠https://jenlritchie.com/photographer/

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Wildlife Conversations Podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Its goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife and nature photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place.