Talking Bat

Talking Bat with Dr Orly Razgour (University of Exeter)

Delighted to be chatting with Dr Orly Razgour (University of Exeter), who is an Associate Professor in Global Change Ecology, as well as Director of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. Describing herself as a molecular ecologist & conservation biologist, Orly's research is applied in nature, aiming to provide the evidence base for managing our environment.

Dr Orly Razgour on ResearchGate

Bat Conservation Trust

Talking Club (March 2025) with Aileen Hendry

Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to.

If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please go to the following link: batability.co.uk/batability-club/

'Talking Coexistence' with Dr Jonny Hanson (author 'Living With Lynx')

Dr Jonny Hanson @jonnyhhanson is a Research Fellow at Queen's University (Belfast), an award-winning social entrepreneur, & the author of the recently published 'Living With Lynx - Sharing Landscapes with Big Cats, Wolves & Bears'. During our conversation we look at various perspectives around the subject matter of the book, as well as other associated topics.

'Living With Lynx' book here

Dr Jonny Hanson website here

Snow Leopard Conservancy

Snow Leopard Trail documentary teaser here

Talking Animal Welfare with Kate Myers (Speaking Of Animals Outreach)

Know Better, Do Better! Kate Myers is the founder of Speaking Of Animals Outreach. Describing herself as a visual storyteller, film producer & author, Kate has worked for animal welfare her entire adult life having previously held numerous positions including being Executive Director of Washington State Humane Association. 

Speaking of Animals Outreach website
Speaking of Animals Outreach Facebook
Speaking of Animals Outreach Instagram
Email Contact: kate@speakingofanimalsoutreach.org

Talking Bat with Kit Stoner (Chief Executive of Bat Conservation Trust)

Kit Stoner is the Chief Executive of the Bat Conservation Trust (BCT) based in the UK, as well as Vice Chair of Environmental Investigations Agency, & a trustee of BatLife Europe. During this interview we touch upon all aspects of her working life journey, which started of in publishing, advertising & training, before moving into bat conservation, a decision which would eventually take her to becoming Chief Executive of BCT. Of course, like many of our interviews, we also explore aspects of Kit's non-working life. 

Talking Club (February 2025) with Aileen Hendry

Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to.

If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please go to the following link: batability.co.uk/batability-club/

Talking Poland with Martin Bailey (Wildlife & Countryside Services)

Martin Bailey is the owner of Wildlife & Countryside Services, based near Rhyl (North Wales). He is an experienced ecologist & biodiversity consultant, specialising in mammals, wildlife habitat creation/restoration & environmental education. He describes himself as 'living in a wood, trying to be sustainable, ethical & helping people'. During this chat we look at his life journey to date, as well as his regular journeys to Poland, where he takes clients to see what biodiversity in the UK should look like.

Wildlife & Countryside Services website

Visit Poland with Martin Bailey

Wild Justice website

Talking Club (January 2025) with Aileen Hendry

\o/ Happy New Year 2025 \o/ Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to.

If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please go to the following link: batability.co.uk/batability-club/