Episode 31 - RICHARD HOPKINS - Wildlife Cameraman & filmmaker

Today we are joined by the fantastic wildlife cameraman and filmmaker Richard Hopkins whose footage is featured in an extensive list of TV series and documentaries, including Springwatch, Winterwatch, Wales, Land of the Wild and also the highly acclaimed BBC documentary, The Earthshot Prize, Repairing Our Planet.We talk about badgers and pumas, kingfishers and otters, not to mention the Bone Collector Caterpillar in this weeks gruesome Weird World, whilst researching and understanding a species before you try to photograph it in Topic of the Week!So sit back and enjoy a brilliant episode of The WildX Podcast.Sponsored by:Chubby Mealworms - To find out more about their amazing bird and wildlife food visit www.chubbymealworms.co.uk&Cotton Carrier - To see their incredible range of Camera carrying equipment visit www.cottoncarrier.comGet involved with WildX at www.instagram.com/wildxphoto

Our schedules sometimes get super hectic so instead of missing a week, we have been delving into the archives to bring you the most heart warming and interesting moments over the last 29 episodes from our stars of shows like Spring Watch, Wild Isles, BBC Mammals, Nat Geo's Billy and Molly as well as  Emmy award winning Amazon Original documentary 'WildCat'.We’ll be back with an amazing guest next time but for now, sit back, relax and listen to the WildX Podcast TV & Documentary special! Sponsored by:Chubby Mealworms - To find out more about their amazing bird and wildlife food visit www.chubbymealworms.co.uk&Cotton Carrier - To see their incredible range of Camera carrying equipment visit www.cottoncarrier.comGet involved with WildX at www.instagram.com/wildxphoto

Today's episode is very special and the absolutely brilliant Sean Jones is here to share it with us.We are so excited to announce the launch of "Friends of WildX", a series of special episodes where a friend of ours, and the show, joins as a co-host.Sean is not only a close friend but a massive supporter of WildX and all we stand for. A brilliant guy and awesome wildlife photographer who sends positive vibes out into the world as well as producing beautiful work and most recently alongside Yorkshire Wildlife Trust!We talk pro golfing in the US, what happens when illness knocks you back, the power of self development and campervans!!!!!On top of all of that we have a super special Weird World you won't want to miss!Sit back and enjoy an emotional and brilliant episode of The WildX Podcast.Sponsored by:Chubby Mealworms - To find out more about their amazing bird and wildlife food visit www.chubbymealworms.co.uk&Cotton Carrier - To see their incredible range of Camera carrying equipment visit www.cottoncarrier.comGet involved with WildX at www.instagram.com/wildxphoto

In today's very special episode we have the privilege of chatting with wildlife photography and youtube legend Trond Westby all the way from Norway.We talk Musk Oxen in Andy's Weird World, Pygmy Owls and Woodpeckers, producing creative b-roll for youtube videos and the importance of getting out on in nature for improving your mental health in Adam's Topic of Week. We end the episode with Mike's WildX New's and the little known legacy of Ethel Haythornthwaite!!!!Sit back and enjoy an emotional and brilliant episode of The WildX Podcast.Sponsored by:Chubby Mealworms - To find out more about their amazing bird and wildlife food visit www.chubbymealworms.co.uk&Cotton Carrier - To see their incredible range of Camera carrying equipment visit www.cottoncarrier.comGet involved with WildX at www.instagram.com/wildxphoto

Today we had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Lancashire Wildlife Trust's first ever ambassador Simon Owen!From film making to photography to conservation Simon reveals the ups and downs of the last 5 years as well as his early life, vlogging around the world and what inspired his love for the great outdoors and its healing powers. We talk itchy crows, David Attenborough's birthday and Simon's day with Nigel Marvin at Gigrin Farm after winning the Eden Shorts competition with his film "Effortless Beauty...Sit back and enjoy The WildX PodcastProtect the Hares! - petition.parliament.uk/petitions/724795Sponsored by:Chubby Mealworms - To find out more about their amazing bird and wildlife food visit www.chubbymealworms.co.uk&Cotton Carrier - To see their incredible range of Camera carrying equipment visit www.cottoncarrier.comGet involved with WildX at www.instagram.com/wildxphoto

Today we celebrate 1 year of the WildX Podcast and we couldn't be more proud!We discuss 12 months of amazing interviews, incredible chats, fantastic "Topics of the Week", the strange goings on in the "Weird World", "Snapshot Shenanigans" and of course the "WildX News"!What a year it has been and thank you all for coming on the journey with us!!!!Sponsored by:Chubby Mealworms - To find out more about their amazing bird and wildlife food visit www.chubbymealworms.co.uk&Cotton Carrier - To see their incredible range of Camera carrying equipment visit www.cottoncarrier.comGet involved with WildX at www.instagram.com/wildxphoto

Today we ask the question; could and should we learn to live with lynx, wolves and bears again in Britain and Ireland? This is the title of the absolutely brilliant book from Dr Jonny Hanson. Link to find it is below.We talk to Jonny about rewilding, trophic cascades, apex predators and the moral, social, environmental and political arguments for and against reintroducing some amazing species back to the wilds of Britain and Ireland.We also discuss Jonny's conservation efforts with Snow Leopards, Black Oil Beetles in this weeks Weird World and the pros and cons of Drones and Camera Traps in Topic of the Week with a dose of Mike's WildX News to finish!What an episode!!!Listen in and enjoy the WildX Podcast!Living with Lynx Bookhttps://amzn.eu/d/80m25oBSponsored by:Chubby Mealworms - To find out more about their amazing bird and wildlife food visit www.chubbymealworms.co.uk&Cotton Carrier - To see their incredible range of Camera carrying equipment visit www.cottoncarrier.comGet involved with WildX at www.instagram.com/wildxphoto

Today we have the privilege to talk to the fantastic Simon McCabe who we first met a year ago at Global Bird Fair. Simon has made a very successful career in both the creative space as well as videography and photography and it was amazing to catch up.We chat workflow, fishing, the creative process, story telling and so much more. Somehow we even stumble across Haribo and dreaming of Peter Andre!What an episode!!!Listen in and enjoy the WildX Podcast!Sponsored by:Chubby Mealworms - To find out more about their amazing bird and wildlife food visit www.chubbymealworms.co.uk&Cotton Carrier - To see their incredible range of Camera carrying equipment visit www.cottoncarrier.comGet involved with WildX at www.instagram.com/wildxphoto

In today's episode we talk to the absolutely brilliant Georgia Barker. Georgia has been an almost overnight hit on instagram with her fantastic wildlife photography and content creation. Her engaging, fun and informative posts, stories and reels have built a substantial and loyal fan base in well under a year and it was a privilege to talk to her about such her amazing and fast paced journey!!We talk Goats, birds on sticks and plans for the future. There are some very strange happenings across Essex in this weeks Weird World and we discuss the pros and cons of Hide photography in Topic of the Week.What an episode!!!Listen in and enjoy the WildX Podcast!Sponsored by:Chubby Mealworms - To find out more about their amazing bird and wildlife food visit www.chubbymealworms.co.uk&Cotton Carrier - To see their incredible range of Camera carrying equipment visit www.cottoncarrier.comGet involved with WildX at www.instagram.com/wildxphoto

Today we couldn't be more excited to chat with the absolute legend that is Morten Hilmer!!!! It was only a couple of episode's ago that Adam put him at the top of his dream guest list for 2025 and here he is!!!This episode is a must listen for anyone interested in wildlife photography and adventure. With over 500K subscribers to his Youtube channel, Morten has become one of the all time greats in his field. We talk "The Impossible Shot" , Danish special forces, planning incredible photo trips, looking after your gear in sub zero conditions, the weird world of ospreys, living a simple life, connecting with nature and what it takes to produce incredible results in the world of wildlife photography.What an episode!!!Listen in and enjoy the WildX Podcast!Watch Morten's amazing videos here https://www.youtube.com/@MortenHilmerSponsored by:Chubby Mealworms - To find out more about their amazing bird and wildlife food visit www.chubbymealworms.co.uk&Cotton Carrier - To see their incredible range of Camera carrying equipment visit www.cottoncarrier.comGet involved with WildX at www.instagram.com/wildxphoto