Beyond the Wild

Episode 98

Ron Hayes talks with Sebastian Kennerknecht of Cat Expeditions about his path from biology to conservation photography, the business lessons he learned working under National Geographic photographer Frans Lanting, and the long-term project of photographing every wild cat species on Earth. They also dig into camera trapping, field logistics, and what it takes to build trust with biologists and wildlife in the field. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 02:00 Sebastian's Journey into Conservation Photography 06:05 The Business of Photography and Mentorship 11:09 The Project: Photographing All Wild Cat Species 14:56 Logistics of Photographing Elusive Cats 20:15 Networking and Building Relationships in Wildlife Photography 25:43 Favorite Outdoor Experiences and Species to Photograph 30:02 Challenges in Capturing Rare Cat Species 34:52 Conclusion and Where to Follow Sebastian's Work Thanks for tuning in to the Beyond the Wild Podcast. Don't forget to subscribe to stay notified about upcoming episodes for your listening and viewing pleasure! Beyond the Wild Podcast is sponsored by Pictureline.com [http://Pictureline.com] and Canon USA. LINKS Pictureline — www.pictureline.com [http://www.pictureline.com]  Canon USA — www.usa.canon.com [http://www.usa.canon.com] Cat Expeditions — www.catexpeditions.com [http://www.catexpeditions.com] YouTube — Cat ExpeditionsTV Instagram — @CatExpeditions Instagram — @PumaPix

Episode 97

Thanks for tuning in to the Beyond the Wild Podcast. Don't forget to subscribe to stay notified about upcoming episodes for your listening and viewing pleasure! Beyond the Wild Podcast is sponsored by Pictureline.com [http://Pictureline.com] and Canon USA. LINKS Pictureline — https://www.pictureline.com [https://www.pictureline.com] Canon USA — https://www.usa.canon.com [https://www.usa.canon.com]

Episode 96

Welcome to another “Fresh From the Field” segment. Jason Loftus and guests from his recent trip to Africa sit down to discuss the shoot, reviewing the shots they captured and sharing their favorite experiences. Join us for this brief episode that captures the energy of this epic photographic trip. Chapters 00:00 — Opening from the field 00:18 — Welcome to a special Africa edition 00:48 — Roundtable setup: favorite moments from the trip 01:03 — Kelly: last lodge, best photo opportunities 01:52 — Terry: amazing accommodations and baby elephants 03:41 — Amy: lion cubs, males, and standout game viewing 04:54 — Lane: the people, the laughs, and the big tusker 06:13 — Ron: first safari, close animal encounters, and the ride of a lifetime 07:56 — Marcus: first Africa trip and nonstop wildlife excitement 09:32 — Drew: why every safari day feels unpredictable and magical 11:29 — Camp life, smells, and the boma dinner experience 13:11 — Final thanks, gear shoutout, and trip recap 14:46 — Closing thoughts and sign-off Thanks for tuning in to the Beyond the Wild Podcast. Don't forget to subscribe to stay notified about upcoming episodes for your listening and viewing pleasure! Beyond the Wild Podcast is sponsored by Pictureline.com [http://Pictureline.com] and Canon USA. Links Kelly — Instagram: @Kellys_Wildlife Terry Hansen — Instagram: @T69_Ultraglide Amy / Adventure Amy — Instagram: @Adventure_Amy Lane — Instagram: @Lane_Colyer Ron Johnson — Instagram: @RonJohnsonPhotography Marcus — Instagram: @MarcusJohnsonPhotography Drew — Instagram: @Voyager_Imagery Pictureline — https://www.pictureline.com [https://www.pictureline.com] Canon USA — https://www.usa.canon.com [https://www.usa.canon.com] YouTube —https://youtu.be/qByfSLekqEc [https://youtu.be/qByfSLekqEc]

Episode 95

Join us as Mahdi Woodard (Mahdi Outdoors) shares his transformative journey into wildlife photography, the importance of connecting with nature, and how it has changed his life and perspective. Discover practical tips for beginners and the profound impact of outdoor exploration. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 01:12 Mahdi's Background and International Trip 02:24 Meet Mahdi Outdoors and His Entry into Photography 03:27 Mahdi's Non-Traditional Path and Personal Loss 06:32 First Bird Photo and Entry into Birding 08:30 Realization of Bird Species and Expanding Horizons 10:10 The Connection Between Nature and Mental Health 12:34 The Ecosystem and Environmental Impact 14:52 Local Nature Spots and Community Engagement 17:17 Consistent Birding and Building Community 20:45 The Impact of Knowledge and Experience 23:08 The Emotional and Healing Power of Nature 26:36 Challenges and Adventures in Wildlife Photography 30:47 Wildlife Encounters and Safety 34:37 The Beauty of Bird Species and Conservation 38:38 Using Video and Social Media for Sharing Nature 44:55 Storytelling and Authentic Content Creation 50:37 The Future of Nature Connection and AI 01:02:10 Encouraging Others to Explore Nature 01:05:37 The Interconnection of Humans and Nature Thanks for tuning in to the Beyond the Wild Podcast. Don't forget to subscribe to stay notified about upcoming episodes for your listening and viewing pleasure! Beyond the Wild Podcast is sponsored by Pictureline.com [http://Pictureline.com] and Canon USA. Links and Resources Mahdi Outdoors Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mahdi_outdoors/ [https://www.instagram.com/mahdi_outdoors/] eBird - https://ebird.org/ [https://ebird.org/] Merlin Bird ID App - https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/ [https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/] Picture Line - https://www.pictureline.com/ [https://www.pictureline.com/] Canon R5 Camera - https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/products/details/cameras/eos-r5 [https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/products/details/cameras/eos-r5] YouTube - https://youtu.be/Cx_w4FD9yeg [https://youtu.be/Cx_w4FD9yeg]

Episode 94

In this episode of Beyond the Wild Podcast, hosts Ron Hayes and Jason Loftus chat with special guest Alycia Scheidel, who shares her journey from photojournalism to wildlife photography. Alycia emphasizes the importance of storytelling in wildlife photography, particularly in educating the public about predator behavior and human-wildlife interactions. The conversation also delves into camera trapping techniques and the significance of understanding animal behavior to foster coexistence between humans and wildlife. Chapters 00:00 Kicking Off the Youth Photography Camp 02:27 Alycia Scheidel's Journey into Wildlife Photography 06:00 The Transition from Photojournalism to Wildlife Photography 11:35 The Importance of Storytelling in Wildlife Photography 22:19 Exploring Camera Trapping Techniques 36:13 Understanding Predator Behavior and Human Interaction 41:59 Tracking and Observing Ringtails 45:04 Passion Projects and Conservation Efforts 49:16 Encounters with Mountain Lions 54:25 Capturing Kangaroo Rats in Action 01:00:23 The Challenges of Camera Trapping Thanks for tuning in to the Beyond the Wild Podcast. Don't forget to subscribe to stay notified about upcoming episodes for your listening and viewing pleasure! Beyond the Wild Podcast is sponsored by Pictureline.com [http://Pictureline.com] and Canon USA. Links Alycia's Website - https://alyrenscapes.squarespace.com/home [https://alyrenscapes.squarespace.com/home] Alycia's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alyrenwildlife/# [https://www.instagram.com/alyrenwildlife/#] Conservation Page - https://www.instagram.com/conservationnw/ [https://www.instagram.com/conservationnw/] Pictureline - https://www.pictureline.com [https://www.pictureline.com] Canon USA - https://usa.canon.com [https://usa.canon.com]