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Heart Of The Wild
Heart of the Wild is your front-row seat to the wonders of the natural world, where stories are shared with heart and humour. Hosted by Dianna Colasurdo, a London- based media executive and passionate animal enthusiast, this fun and educational podcast explores all things nature and wildlife. From leading experts in animal behaviour to the storytellers behind your favourite animal docudramas, each episode will leave you feeling a deeper connection to the wildlife that shares our planet—and…
Episodes
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LIVE from BirdFair: The Animal–Mental Health Connection with Emily in Nature and Chris Eley
What if spending time with animals and getting back into nature could be one of the simplest ways to support our mental health? Recorded live this summer from…
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Lights, Camera, Conservation: How Storytelling Can Impact the Wild
Can a great story change the future of our planet? In this FUN, inspiring episode, we explore the extraordinary power of storytelling to reshape the way we…
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Attenborough, Fossey, & King Kong: Ian Redmond’s Extraordinary Life With Gorillas
What does it take to earn the trust of a wild gorilla? Ian Redmond OBE has spent more than 50 years finding out. One of the world’s leading great ape…
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Pet Loss: Grief, Love, and Healing
Losing a beloved pet is one of life's deepest heartbreaks—but grief is also a reflection of extraordinary love. In this heartfelt episode, we're joined by…
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Born Free: How a Film, a Family, and a Fight Changed Wildlife Forever
Some stories don't end when the credits roll—they're only just beginning. Discover how one iconic film inspired a family to turn storytelling into a lifelong…
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One Tree at a Time: Mapping the Wild Around Us
Trees are more than just part of the landscape — they’re living infrastructure, climate regulators, and biodiversity powerhouses. In this episode, we speak…
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Connecting with our Animals: The Pet Psychic
In this uplifting and heartfelt episode, Dianna sits down with Beth Lee-Crowther, widely known as The Pet Psychic , whose remarkable ability to communicate…
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Love in a War Zone: Helping Ukraine's Dogs
What does it take to save lives in the middle of a war zone? In this moving episode, we explore the reality of rescuing and caring for dogs living amongst the…
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Pet Diets Decoded: Unpacking Dog Nutrition
Have you ever stood in the pet food aisle, overwhelmed by choice and information? With so many opinions about kibble, raw, fresh, grain-free, and homemade…
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Rethinking Zoos: Behaviour, Welfare, and Conservation
Modern zoos look very different from the menageries many people imagine. In this episode, we explore how zoos have evolved into centres of conservation, animal…
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Adventures of a Wildlife Photographer — The Next Chapter
He's back! Renowned wildlife photographer Chad Cocking returns to the podcast after his fantastic first appearance on Heart of the Wild — and this time, we’re…
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The Real Meerkat Manor: The Science Behind the Series
In this fascinating and highly informative episode, we sit down with legendary British zoologist Tim Clutton-Brock, the pioneering scientist behind the…
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From Captive to Conservation with the BBC's Giles Clark
Get ready for an inspiring and adventure-filled episode as we sit down with one of wildlife television’s most recognisable conservation voices, Giles Clark…
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When Animals Talk Back: Will AI Change Everything?
What if we could truly understand the voices of the wild? From the complex songs of whales to the signature whistles of dolphins and the zoomies of our beloved…
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Inside the Pride: Life at a Big Cat Sanctuary
Step inside the world of big cat sanctuaries and discover what it really takes to care for some of the planet’s most powerful predators. In this episode, we…
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Reading Between the Barks: How to "Speak Dog"
Have you ever wished your dog came with subtitles? Good news: they kind of do — you just have to know how to read them. In this episode, expert dog…
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We're Back! Season 2 Trailer
The wait is over! Season two launches in ONE WEEK. With new voices, bigger stories, and heartfelt moments. Set your reminders and get ready to listen. You…
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Adventures of a Wildlife Photographer
Our last episode of the season may also well be one of the most exciting as we venture into the heart of the South African bush with a special guest - renowned…
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Wild Dogs: The Untamed Side of Man’s Best Friend
They may share the name “dog,” but wild dogs — also known as painted wolfs — are a world apart from the pets we know at home. In this episode, we explore the…
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Social Media & Animal Ethics: For Better or Worse?
In this episode of Heart of the Wild, Tristan and Dianna dive into the growing influence of social media on wildlife and the safari industry. Social platforms…
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Tourism That Gives Back: Whitney Haldeman on Responsible Travel
In this episode of Heart of the Wild, Tristan and Dianna sit down with Whitney Haldeman, founder of Blonde Atlas Travel, to explore how travel can be a force…
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Animal Parents: Nurturing in Nature
In this episode of Heart of the Wild, Tristan and Dianna explore the remarkable world of babies and maternal/paternal care in the wild. From the very first…
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Guides & Trackers: The Wildlife Dream Team
In this inaugural episode of Heart of the Wild, Tristan and Dianna dive into the unique partnership between safari guides and trackers in the bushveld (an…
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Heart Of The Wild Trailer
Heart of the Wild is a podcast dedicated to wildlife, nature, and conservation. Hosted by Tristan and Dianna, it shares stories from the field, explores the…