Wildlife Matters The Podcast
Episodes
Exploring the Enchantment of Avalon Marshes: A Summer Solstice Adventure
17 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we delve into the critical issue of marine bycatch and its devastating impact on marine wildlife, including seabirds, dolphins, and whales....
The Clue Is in the Poo: A Field Guide to Wildlife Droppings.
03 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week's Wildlife Matters podcast unveils an intriguing exploration into the world of nature detective work, aptly titled "The Clue is in the Poo."...
Discovering the Wet Woodlands of the Weald
20 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week's Wildlife Matters Podcast explores the enchanting wet woodlands of the Southern Weald, delving into the mysterious gills and the diverse fl...
Wet Woodlands of the Weald
06 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week's podcast focuses on the important issue of hedgehog conservation. We discuss groundbreaking research from the University of Oxford that rev...
Early Nesters - Exploring the Evolutionary Edge
22 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest instalment of Wildlife Matters, we delve into the intriguing realm of early nesters those audacious avian species that embark on the for...
Back to the Light: Celebrating the Spring Equinox
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrating the arrival of the spring equinox, this week's Wildlife Matters podcast presents two captivating tales rooted in folklore that illuminate ...
A Journey Through Nature: Our Winter Wildlife Adventure
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we embark on a winter wildlife walk in an ancient woodland, where we will immerse ourselves in the tranquil beauty of nature and capture mo...
Unveiling the Secrets of Scotland's Celtic Rainforest Part Two
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Wildlife Matters podcast, I finally reveal the iconic wild animal that approached me at the end of the last episode, as I continue expl...
Unveiling the Secrets of Scotland's Celtic Rainforest
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Wildlife Matters, I kick off an exciting journey through the temperate rainforests along Scotland's northwest coast. We'll explore the an...
Winter Wildlife: Tracking the Hidden Creatures of the Woodland
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Wildlife Matters, we explore animal tracks in a local snowy woodland, highlighting how tracking wildlife reveals connections among specie...
Caring for Your Garden Birds in Winter: A Wildlife Matters Guide
14 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of the Wildlife Matters podcast, we explore how to care for garden birds during the winter months. As winter sets in, providing...
The Magic of Murmuration
31 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode of the Wildlife Matters podcast explores the fascinating phenomenon of starling murmurations, which are a captivating spectacle as...
Winter Solstice Reflections: Connecting with Nature
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week's Wildlife Matters podcast celebrates the Winter Solstice and its intrinsic connection to nature. As we reflect on this celestial event, whi...
The Benefits of Hedgerow; Nature's Corridors
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to this week's Wildlife Matters podcast. In this episode, we explore Hedgerows and why they are vital for England's future, boosting...
Wildlife Matters Guide to: Caring for your Garden Wildlife this winter
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s Wildlife Matters podcast, we dive deep into the fascinating world of winter wildlife care in our gardens. Discover essential practice...
Wildlife Matters guide to Hibernation: A Survival Strategy for Wildlife in Winter
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to this week's Wildlife Matters podcast. This week, we explore the complexities of hibernation. We will investigate why certain spec...
London's Wildest Places Greenwich Park
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The seventh series of the Wildlife Matters podcast kicks off with an essential milestone in wildlife policy: the government has officially ended the c...
The Tragic Tale of the Pangolin The World's Most Trafficked Mammal
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Wildlife Matters podcast, we delve into the remarkable yet heart-wrenching story of the pangolin, the most trafficked mammal on the pla...
Autumn Nature Stories from the Dark Woods
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week's Wildlife Matters podcast is dedicated to autumn and nature storytelling, which unfolds amidst the enchanting backdrop of the dark woods. A...
Wild London Sydenham Hill Wood
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we embark on an engaging exploration of urban wildlife, with a focus on the ancient woodlands of Sydenham Hill Wood, a remarkable remnant o...
Discover the Dolphins and Porpoises that call the UK home
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s episode of Wildlife Matters takes you on an Epic adventure to Discover the Dolphins and Porpoises that call the UK homeAfter a comprehen...
The Physical Benefits of Nature
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The benefits of spending time in nature are manifold, particularly about our physical well-being, a topic we explore in depth in today's episode. As A...
Wildlife Matters Investigates - Avian Influenza
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of Wildlife Matters presents a critical examination of the dynamic interplay between climate change and wildlife health, set against the ...
Exploring Urban Wildlife: A Journey through London's West Norwood Cemetery
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we are thrilled to unveil the inaugural episode of our new series, “Wildest Places,” in which we shall delve into the fascinating realm...
The Return of the Golden Eagles
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Return of the Golden Eagles serves as the focal point of this week's Wildlife Matters Podcast, as we journey to the enchanting landscapes of south...
The Mystical Isle of Avalon: A Summer Solstice Journey
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week's Wildlife Matters podcast presents a profound exploration of the intricate interrelations between wildlife, nature, and the rich tapestry o...
A Night with Wild Beavers: Captivating Encounters in the West Country
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s Wildlife Matters Podcast centres around the poignant issue of badger culling as we explore the alarming 2024 cull figures released by th...
The Enigmatic Common Frog: A Spotlight on a Diminishing Species
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Wildlife Matters Podcast tackles the urgent challenge of climate change and its detrimental effects on wildlife conservation, especially in light ...
Unearthing Nature's Secrets: A Wild food forage in Spring
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Series Six of the Wildlife Matters podcast!In this new series, we have many new adventures. Please like and subscribe to join us on an exci...
Exploring the Fascinating World of Foxes in Spring
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode of the Wildlife Matters podcast, we explore the fascinating world of foxes during spring, focusing on a vibrant den in our lo...
All About Badgers in Springtime
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s Wildlife Matters podcast we look at the intriguing lives of badgers during the springtime as we delve into their ecological behaviour...
Awakening Nature: Celebrating the Spring Equinox
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, the Wildlife Matters Podcast delves into the exhilarating arrival of spring as we celebrate the Spring Equinox. We want to inspire our list...
Signals of Spring A tale of the Hazel Tree and Woodpeckers Drumming
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week's Wildlife Matters podcast focuses on Signals of Spring: A Tale of the Hazel Tree and Woodpeckers Drumming.While the hazel tree, scientifica...
Incredible Ways Wildlife Finds A Perfect Mate - Valentine's Special
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s Wildlife Matters Podcast, we explore the captivating and often unexpected methods by which wildlife seeks mates in a somewhat tongue-...
The Charismatic Corvids of Britain Part Two
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Wildlife Matters podcast takes listeners on a captivating journey into the world of British corvids, focusing on three fascinating species: the Ch...
Unlocking the Secrets of Corvids: Nature's Intelligent Birds
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Nigel Palmer on this week's Wildlife Matters podcast as he explores the captivating world of British corvids, a family of birds renowned for thei...
Wildlife Matters: Embracing Nature Through Storytelling This Christmas
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week's Wildlife Matters podcast delves into the folklore of nature and wildlife. So join us around the campfire at the heart of the Dark wood.Nig...
Exploring the Mysteries of Men's Nature Reserve: A Journey Through Time
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week's Wildlife Matters podcast dives into the concerning issue of avian botulism affecting water birds along the Grand Union Canal in West Londo...
Uncovering Nature's Secrets: A Journey Through Men's Nature Reserve Part One
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Host Nigel Palmer takes listeners on an emotional journey through the Men's Nature Reserve in West Sussex, an ancient woodland that has been preserved...
Woodpeckers Uncovered: The Fascinating Lives of Britain's Iconic Woodland Birds
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week's Wildlife Matters podcast examines one of the most iconic woodland bird species in Britain: the stunning woodpecker.Host Nigel Palmer joine...
The Magnificent Oak: Nature's Majestic Icon
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week's Wildlife Matters podcast delves into the pressing issues of rising wildlife crime and animal cruelty in the UK, highlighted by alarming in...
Wildlife Matters podcast at 50! - A Celebration
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to this week’s Wildlife Matters Podcast. I’m your host, Nigel Palmer.In today’s Bonus episode, we will look back over our firs...
Badger Cull - National Day of Action London 3 September 2024
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Last week Wildlife Matters joined hundreds of other advocates outside Parliament in London to call for an en immediate end to the Badger culls in Engl...
The Grouse Shoot is Over for Today
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to this week’s Wildlife Matters Podcast. I’m your host - Nigel Palmer, and we have another exciting show for you today.It’s be...
Uncovering Britain's rarest woodland wildflowers Part Two
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to this week's Wildlife Matters Podcast. I'm your host, Nigel Palmer.In today's action-packed episode, we embark on an exclusive adv...
Uncovering Britain's rarest woodland wildflowers Part One
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to this week's Wildlife Matters podcast.In this week's episode, we are embarking on an exhilarating mission that will take us all ar...
Wild Bees and Natural Beekeeping
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hello, and welcome to the Wildlife Matters podcast. In this episode, we will talk to Matt Somerville of Bekindhives, who introduces us to natural beek...
An Introduction to British Bats
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's Wildlife Matters podcast we are delighted to bring you our Introduction to British Bats.My fascination with bats began in childhood whe...
Restore Nature Now March 22.06.24 and A Bronze Age Solstice day walk to Stonehenge
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Restore Nature Now London March and A Bronze Age Solstice day walk to Stonehenge.Hello and welcome to this week’s Wildlife Matters Podcast.We are fa...
Urban Squirrels with Natalia Doran
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are talking to Natalia Doran on this week’s Wildlife Matters Podcast. Natalia founded Urban Squirrels, a London-based specialist grey squirrel re...
A Night with the Pine Martens
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Wildlife Matters as we spend a night with the Pine MartensHello, and a big warm welcome to this week's Wildlife Matters.I’m your host, Nigel P...
Wildlife Care Badge - Self Regulation for Wildlife Rescues or Rehabbers
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's Wildlife Matters podcast, we have a feature-length chat with Alana, the co-founder of the Wildlife Care Badge.Wildlife Care Badge was s...
The Bloody Ivory Trade
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Bloody Ivory TradeWe have had a very wet winter here in the UK, but now the signs of spring are all around. With its many shades of green and the ...
UK River Pollution Why are our Rivers dying?
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to this week’s Wildlife Matters Podcast. I’m your host, Nigel Palmer.It’s Springtime here in the UK, and nature is bursting ba...
Trophy Hunting - The Illusion of Conservation
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week's Wildlife Matters Podcast concludes Season Three with a feature on international wildlife.Wildlife Matters Investigates returns to expose t...
All About Hedgehogs with Deborah from Hedgepigs
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hello, and welcome to the Wildlife Matters podcast. On today’s action-packed show, we are talking to Deborah from the Hedgepigs. A dedicated hedgeho...
Amphibians, Reptiles and Toad Patrols and Valentine Special Love in the wildlife world
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s action-packed Wildlife Matters Podcast, we are talking to Maiya from the Nottingham Amphibian and Reptile group, finding out about our na...
Wildflower Woodland Walk
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, on the Wildlife Matters Podcast, join me for a walk through a wild meadow on the edge of woodland as we look at some of the plants that thrive ...
Why is the British govt still killing badgers?
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
WHY is the question on this week's Wildlife Matters podcast?Why are the British government still killing Badgers when the science and available eviden...
Hoglets - All about baby Hedgehogs and Why lion cub petting is so wrong
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Wildlife Matters podcast, we will be talking about hoglets young hedgehogs and in Wildlife Matters Investigates we look at Lion cub petti...
Christmas Special Hedgehogs in Folklore and The Fox and the Puzzle Hall
24 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's Christmas! Hello and welcome to the Wildlife Matters Christmas Special We have passed Winter Solstice, and the Yule log keeps the house warm...
Why woodlands are so good for our well-being and Where have all the Raptors Gone?
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Wildlife Matters Podcast. Today is our 1st-anniversary edition.Just a year ago, we launched with a passion for wildlife and a burning d...
Why we are Backing the Hunting Ban
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to today's episode of the Wildlife Matters Podcast. In this episode, we will discuss our stance on hunting with dogs in England and Wales and ...
What do Hedgehogs eat? and the Incredible ways Wildlife adapts to Winter
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So what do Hedgehogs eat? We all love our spiky mammalian cousins, but do they eat slugs and snails or fish catfood - Join us as we find out the best ...
British Governments Broken promises on Nature, Climate and the Environment
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Wildlife Matters Podcast, join me for an autumn walk on the edge of the South Downs as we find some of the winter visitors that arrive ...
Val Green One Voice for Animals Interview
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's #WildlifeMatters #Podcast, we chat with Val Green MBE, the founder of One Voice for Animals UK and discover the fascinating life of the...
Wild Things! - A chat with Lucy Steele Founder of Wild Things Rescue
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 3 of the Wildlife Matters Podcast.We are delighted to announce our new partnership to raise awareness of animal welfare in the UK wi...
Bonus Episode Autumn Folklore The Story of Mabon
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Wildlife Matters podcast, we are trying something new. To celebrate the Autumn Equinox and our love of storytelling, we are bringing ...
Fox Hunting - The Facts
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Wildlife Matters Podcast, we delve into the world of Fox Hunting and share our reasons for opposing it with such fervent passion. This ...
Stag Hunting in Britain
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week's Wildlife Matters Podcast delves into the urgent issue of Stag hunting, which continues in the West Country of England, and how stag hunter...
Trail Hunting Myths - Trail of lies
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week's #WildlifeMatters #Podcast discusses the false claims and dishonesty surrounding Trail Hunting, a practice initiated in 2004 to continue hu...
Grouse Shooting The Inglorious 12th
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week's Wildlife Matters Podcast takes us to the upland moors on The Inglorious 12th, the start of the Grouse Shooting season. Our feature story, ...
Britain's Wild Summer Visitors
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Wildlife Matters Matters Podcast, join us as we search for Britain's wild summer visitors, from Puffins and Orcas to Hawk moths and Cuc...
Enchanting Summer Wildflower Walk
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Embark on a unique journey this week on the Wildlife Matters #podcast, as we take you on a summer wildflower walk, unveiling the mysteries of fascinat...
Fascinating Foxy Facts
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fascinating Foxy Facts is part of a new series that delves into the iconic native wildlife in Britain, highlighting the urgent need for wildlife conse...
Badger Vaccination - The Facts
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why are badgers being vaccinated for Bovine Tuberculosis instead of cattle? Find out the reasons behind badger vaccination in this week's Wildlife Mat...
Randomised Badger Cull Trials and why its still important
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wildlife Matters Podcast explores the key issues that impact wildlife and nature. In the UK, one of those is the government-backed killing of native B...
All About Badgers Ecology and Biology
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the start of an exciting series where Wildlife Matters delves into the lives of some of the UK's most beloved wildlife. In All About Badger...
Lifting the lid on Wildlife traps
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gamekeepers on Grouse moors utilise a sinister array of lethal devices to snare native predators of the beloved farmed grouse, destined to be shot for...
Farmed for their Fur
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The need for fur clothing is no longer necessary. We have the technology to create ethical and humane materials for clothing that can cater to all con...
Poached for their body Parts – The illegal trade in wildlife
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week Wildlife Matters exposes the illegal wildlife trade and the wild animals being killed for their body parts. Every year, 35,000 – 50,000 ar...
The Badger Culls - Let's start at the very beginning...
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Pilot Badger Culls raise one unavoidable question – Can we trust those in power to make decisions for the greater good? Wildlife Matters e...
The Truth about BovineTB
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The British government has culled over 175,000 badgers in ten years and still bovine TB is a massive problem for Cattle, Farmers, and of course, what'...
Winter Wildflowers You can find on your Winter Walks
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Wildlife Matters Podcast, join us for a winter walk to discover what plants you can find right now and in Wildlife Matters Investigates...
All About Badgers – A Winters Tale
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s Wildlife Matters Podcast, we will be telling the story of the Badger in The Winter’s Tale and in Wildlife Matters Investigates as t...
A New Sparrowhawk family
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s Wildlife Matters Podcast Is a really personal story for me because it’s the story of an adventure I had with the young sparrow hawk fa...
Mycelium – The Magic of Mushrooms
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Wildlife Matters podcast delves into the alarming environmental devastation occurring on grouse moors across the UK, highlighting the detrimental ...
Fox Hunting Exposed: The Smoke and Mirrors of Trail Hunting
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week's Wildlife Matters podcast delves into the controversial practice of trail hunting, exposing it as a deceptive cover for illegal fox hunting...
Holly and Ivy: A Christmas Tale of Tradition and Nature
24 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a festive exploration of the deep connections between nature and Christmas, as we delve into the traditional story of the holly and the iv...
Winter Solstice and the Origins of Christmas
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Wildlife Matters podcast explores the profound effects of the coronavirus pandemic on the fur trade, highlighting how it has significantly impacte...
In Defence of the Grey Squirrel
18 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Grey squirrels are facing a significant backlash in the UK, with conservation organizations actively culling them in an effort to protect native red s...
Are Foxes Dangerous? Debunking Myths on the Wildlife Matters Podcast
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Foxes are not dangerous to humans or pets, as there are no known cases of disease transmission from foxes in Britain, making the fear surrounding them...
An Introduction to Wildlife Matters Podcast - From Passion to Action
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Wildlife Matters is a new podcast dedicated to raising awareness about wildlife conservation and the urgent need to address the climate crisis. Host N...