Coffee with Conservationists
By George Steedman Jones
During each episode George sits down over a cup of coffee (with a focus on ethics and sustainability) and talks to people who dedicate their lives to protecting, researching and documenting the natural world. The podcast discusses diverse topics within ecology, natural history, activism, storytelling and more.
Coffee with ConservationistsJan 23, 2022
Episode 49 - Talking with Mary Colwell about Curlew Conservation and Natural History in Schools. World Curlew Day Special
Mary is a campaigner, writer, producer and charity founder.
We talk about her charity Curlew Action, the plight of the curlew and the campaign for a Natural History GCSE.
You can find out more about Mary and Curlew Action on their website
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Coffee feature from Cafeology
Country: Guatemala
Region: Huehuetenango
Farm: Asociación Civil Guaya'b cooperative
Altitude: 11600-1800 masl
Certification: Bird Friendly®, shade grown, fairtrade
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley
Episode 48 - Talking with Rebecca Daniel about ocean conservation and powerful stories
Rebecca is an Award-winning science communicator, director of The Marine Diaries and a strong advocate of ocean conservation and storytelling.
We talk about the ocean conservation, marine communications and the importance of impactful stories, and her future work with the Marine Diaries and Beyond. We do cover topics I’ve touched on before, but I strongly believe everyone has a unique perspective on these topics.
You can find out more about Rebecca on LinkdIn and get involved with the Marine Diaries here.
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Coffee feature from Foundation Coffee
Country: Timor Leste Region: Atsabe, Eremera Farm: Atsabe Producers & Raimutin Washing Station Variety: Hibrido de Timor, Typica, Moka Altitude: 1400-1600 masl Process: Natural Tasting Notes: Blackcurrant Jam/ Lavendaaa/ Papayaaa
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley
Episode 47 - Talking with Jon Cranfield about reptiles, amphibians and ecological consulting
Jon is an ecological consultant specialising in reptile and amphibian advice, care and mitigation. He's also a recorder and major figurehead of his local ARG UK group. We talk about the ecosystem importance of reptiles and amphibians, why you should join your local Amphibian and Reptile UK group and the highs and lows of wildlife mitigation fieldwork.
You can find out more about Jon on LinkdIn.
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Coffee feature from Moon Roast
Country: Peru Region: San Ignacio, Chirinos Farm: San Ignacio Variety: Red & Yellow Caturra, Castillo, Typica, Bourbon Altitude: 1700 MASL Processing Method: Washed Tasting Notes: Orange Sherbet/ Maple Syrup/ Black Grape
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley
Episode 46 - Talking with Lucy Grabe-Watson about protecting the UK's ancient woodlands
Lucy is a campaigner, award-winning conservationist, and founder of the campaign Ancient Woodlands UK. We talk about the many benefits of ancient woodlands, the fight for their legal protection, the many threats facing them and how you at home can get involved.
You can find out more about Lucy on Instagram and follow the campaign here.
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Coffee feature from Landmark coffee.
Country: Honduras Region: Corquin Copan Farm: Carlos Alfredo Estevez Variety: Parainema Altitude: 1450-1550 MASL. Processing Method: Natural Tasting Notes: Orange wine, toffee and a deep, dark chocolate body.
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley
Episode 45 - Talking with Satish Kumar about reverential ecology, social justice and holistic education
Satish is a world-renowned peace and ecological activist, educator and former monk. We talk about reverential ecology, intersectionality and the impacts of holistic education at the Schumacher Collage.
You can find out more about Satish and find his books here.
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Coffee feature from Potterbeans.
Origin: Cuba
Region: Sierra Maestra Mountains, Serrano Region
Species: Arabica
Growing Altitude : 1200-1800
Harvest: September - January
Flavour: Chocolate, nuts, caramel
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley
Episode 44 - Talking with Will Ritson about sustainability & ethics in chocolate production
Will is the Marketing And Business Development Coordinator at local Cornish chocolate company Chocolarder. We talk about how they make their chocolate as sustainable and ethical as possible; touching on subjects including deforestation, sail-shipped, indigenous grown chocolate and their impacts on the local community.
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My 'coffee' feature this episode actually a Chocolarder's House Blend Drinking Chocolate:
Origin: Kuapa Kokoo (“good cocoa farmer” in Twi) in Ghana and Seram Island in Indonesia.
Taste: Nutty cocoa melting into sweet caramel and fudge with subtle flavours of soft brown fruit
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley
Episode 43 - Talking with Rada Pandeva about accessibility in marine science
We talk about her Erasmus+ small scale partnership, The Thalassophile Project, which aims to make marine science accessible to everyone - with a focus on d/Deaf and visually impaired people.
Follow the project here.
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My 'coffee' feature this episode actually a drinking chocolate from Chocolarder. I'll tell you much more about them in the next bonus episode, so think of this as a teaser for some seriously delicious hot chocolate.
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley
Episode 42 - Talking with Jessica Moreno about road ecology
Jessica is a wildlife biologist and road ecologist.
We talk about the field of road ecology, and the importance of providing safe passages for wildlife.
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My coffee feature this episode is Olfactory Coffee. Find out more on their website.
Farm: Aquiares Estate
Country: Costa Rica
Region: Bahia Turriaba
Variety: Esperanza
Process: Washed
Altitude: 800 - 1400 masl
Producer: Don Alfonso Robelo & his family
Certificate: Organic CO2 decaffeination
Taste: Milk chocolate, Dates, Caramel
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley
Episode 41 - Talking with Ben Garrick about his film "In Search of Owls"
Ben is a wildlife filmmaker and graduate of Marine & Natural History Photography at Falmouth university.
We talk about his final year film “In Search of Owls”, some of the threats facing owls in the UK, and why he dedicated over a year of his life to these stunning animals.
Watch Ben's film here.
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My coffee feature this week is Plot Coffee. Find out more on their website.
Cultivar: Typica, Mundo Novo, Bourbon
Preparation: Washed
Origin: Sierra Mazateca, Oaxaca
Altitude: 1,600m – 1,800 masl
Price Paid per lot by company to farmers: £11.21/kg
Tasting Notes - pear, caramel and honey.
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley
Episode 40 - Talking with Emma de Saram about student campaigning and Just Stop Oil
Emma is a climate activist and Student Guild President at Exeter University. talk about the Shell Out! campaign, the direct action group Just Stop Oil, and the many nuances within the conversation about no new oil and gas licences.
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My coffee feature this week is Radical Roasters. Find out more on their website.
Producer - Multiple smallholders from Chota, Peru & Colombia
Tasting Notes - Dark Chocolate, Fudge & Hazelnuts
Process - Washed
Varietal - Variedad Colombia, Castillo & Cattura
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley
Episode 39 - Talking with Madeleine Fabusova about moth conservation
Madeleine is a masters student studying Conservation Biology and Ecology at the University of Exeter, on their Falmouth campus in Cornwall. In the third episode in a series of local walking podcast episodes, we talk about moths! The issues affecting them, their importance to their local environment, and breaking down the stigma surrounding them.
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My coffee feature this week is Counter Culture Coffee. Find out more on their website.
Origin - Honduras
Producer - Finca El Puente
Tasting Notes - Apricot, nougat, cocoa
Process - Washed
Varieties - Catuaí
Elevation - 1,500–1,680 meter
Certifications: B-Corp Certified, kosher
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley
Episode 38 - Talking with Arthur Petherbridge about hunting for conservation in the UK
"Arthur is a DSC2-qualified deer manager. He channels his passion for wild areas and the animals that populate them, to offer a rounded and respectful approach to resolving Deer related issues, sensitively and creatively. Arthur’s connection to the land has forged in him deep respect and recognition of its importance of it, in all our lives. As a passionate outdoorsman, he has delved into the world of silviculture, deer and nature’s ecosystems.
You can find out more about Arthur's work here: www.thewildorder.com/
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My coffee feature this week is Old Spike Coffee. I haven't had the opportunity to try this coffee just yet, but I'm very much looking forward to soon. Find out more on their website.
Origin - Guatemala
Tasting Notes - Milk chocolate, orange, cream
Farm - La Comunidad
Producer - San Miguel
Variety - Bourbon
Process - Washed
Altitude - 1800m above sea level
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley
Episode 37 - Talking with Tolmeia Gregory & Celina Chien about the climate crisis, finding hope and taking action
Among many other things, Tolmeia is a climate justice activist, freelance artist and host of the podcast 'Idealistically'; and Celina is an ecologist and conservation photographer. We talk about the climate and ecological crisis; the recent heatwaves in the UK caused by this crisis; and finding hope in the face of it all.
You can find out more about Tolmeia's work here: https://www.tolmeiagregory.com/ and Celina's work here: https://www.celinachien.com/
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My coffee feature this week is Birds and Beans Coffee. I haven't had the opportunity to try this coffee just yet, but I'm very much looking forward to soon. Find out more on their website.
Origin - Guatemala
Tasting Notes - A mild and smooth coffee with caramel, fruit and nut.
Certifications: Organic, Bird Friendly, Fair Trade
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley
Episode 36 - Talking with Richard Brown & Mary Ellis about lawn ecology and the benefits of scything your lawns
Richard is a botanist, ecologist and member of the Scythe Association of Britain and Ireland. Mary is a strong advocate for wildlife and semi-professional scyther. We talk about lawn and meadow ecology, the No-Mow-May campaign and the benefits of hand-scything. We're well into July Now, so sadly any May practices will have to be implemented in 2023!
(P.S. - the "explicit" content is just a little swear word and the name of a public Instagram account. Nothing to be afraid of!)
You can find out more about SABI and Plantlife's campaign on their websites
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My coffee feature this week is Doi Chaang Coffee co . I haven't had the opportunity to try a specific blend of this coffee just yet, but I'm very much looking forward to soon. Find out more on their website.
Origin - Thailand
Tasting Notes - A sweet taste with a hint of smoky flavour, it finishes with a hint of chocolate and macadamia nut.
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley
Episode 35 - Talking with Alana Scott about rewilding Cornwall
Alana is an ecology student studying at the University of Exeter, on their Falmouth campus in Cornwall. In the second episode in a series of local walking podcast episodes, we talk about the vital work being done by Kernow Conservation, and the future for the rewilding of the Cornish landscape.
You can find out more about Kernow Conservation's work on their website
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Switching it up this week with some a hot chocolate feature - find out more about Harth Hot Chocolate here
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley
Episode 34 - Talking with Florencia Cerutti about shark/ray science and misrepresentation and M.I.S.S. Elasmo
Florencia is a marine biologist who specialises in elasmobranchs - sharks and rays! We talk about the work of incredible organisation Minorities in Shark Science, the misrepresentation of sharks due to pop culture and the importance of sharks and rays to the marine environment.
You can find out more about Florencia's work on Twitter and her website
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Coffee notes - Skylark Coffee
Origin - Hacienda El Obraje, Tangua area, Colombia
Tasting notes - Blood orange, Bergamot, Toffee
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley
Episode 33 - Talking with Emily Gilford about behavioural ecology and conservation policy
You can find out more about Emily's work on Instagram and you learn more about Bloom in Doom Magazine here
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Café Notes - Wild Vibes Argal
Location - Argal Reservoir, Falmouth.
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley
Episode 32 - Talking to several local environmental groups at Falmouth's "Blue Day"
There are so many incredible local groups protecting the marine environment around Cornwall. In this episode I spoke to many of them at Falmouth Marine Conservation's "Blue Day". We talk about a range of topics from bashing oysters to diving for ghost nets!
You can find out more about the groups I spoke to here:
- Falmouth Marine Conservation
- BDMLR
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Coffee Notes - Machu Picchu, from Cafe Direct
Origin - Peru, Huadquiña co-operative
Tasting notes - Full-bodied with dark chocolate overtones
You can find more about this coffee here
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley
Episode 31 - Talking with Thor Hanson about Hurricane Lizards and Plastic Squid
Thor is a conservation biologist, ecologist and author.
We talk about the importance of bees, warfare ecology, and the subjects surrounding his new book - “Hurricane Lizards and Plastic Squid” which is out now. You can find out more about Thor's work here: https://thorhanson.net/ and buy a copy of his latest books and more in most bookshops/web-stores.
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Coffee Notes - Africafe instant coffee
Origin - Tanzanian cooperatives
You can find more about this coffee here: https://www.africafecoffee.co.uk/about-us
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/about
Episode 30 - Talking with Lola Karpf about neo-colonialism in conservation
We talk about the importance of decolonising wildlife conservation, how Indigenous people suffer in the name of conservation, why international NGOs such as WWF have a lot to answer for, and much more.
This is a subject I’ve been wanting to get onto the podcast for a long time. I do hope you can all listen and learn from this episode, however, I do have to place a content warning on this episode for mentions of some upsetting topics.
You can find out more about Survival International's work here: www.survivalinternational.org/
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Coffee Notes - Ekowah Coffee
Info - Tinker Camp
Origin - Columbia
Tasting notes - milk chocolate and dried fruit
You can find more about this coffee here: ekowahcoffee.com/identity
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - www.smallsilence.org/about
Episode 29 - Talking with Rob Dunn about a Natural History of the Future
Rob is an ecologist, biologist and author.
We talk about listening to the laws of biology over technology, agriculture, adaptation, and his latest book.
You can find out more about Rob's work here: https://robdunnlab.com/ and buy a copy of A Natural History of the Future in most bookshops/web-stores.
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Coffee Notes - Bird and Wild Coffee
Tasting notes - balanced cocoa and fruit tanginess
You can find more about this coffee here: https://birdandwild.co.uk/pages/why-drink-bird-wild-coffee
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/about
Episode 28 - Talking with Jess Charlesworth about captive Reindeer in the UK
Episode 27 - Talking with Hedvika Michnova about coffee and climate change
Hedvika is an award-winning filmmaker and wildlife TV researcher.
We talk about her highly successful graduate film "It's Bean Too Hot", which gives a detailed look into how the climate crisis is having a big impact on the coffee industry.
You can find out more about Hedvika's work here: https://hedvikamichnova.com/ and here: https://www.instagram.com/hedvika_michnova/
Her film is now available to watch on the Waterbear Network. Sign up for free here: (not an ad!) https://join.waterbear.com/
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Coffee Notes - Café Monteverde
You can find more about this coffee here: https://www.cafedemonteverde.com/pages/borrador-about-us-with-photos
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/about
Episode 26 - Talking with Ben Porter and Sjúrður Hammer about seabirds and coastal development
Ben is a naturalist and photographer, and Sjúrður is a biologist working for the Faroese Environment Agency.
We talk about their work on the Faroe Islands, where they’ve been working to monitor the impact of offshore developments, including wind farms and light pollution, on seabirds.
You can find out more about Ben and Sjúrður's work here: https://www.benporterwildlife.co.uk/blog/field-notes-from-the-faroes and follow them both on instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/benwildimages/?hl=en-gb, https://www.instagram.com/sjurdurh/?hl=en-gb and here
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Coffee Notes - Source Climate Change Coffee
For the third time in a row, I haven't had the chance to try a specific coffee from SCC Coffee yet, simply due to being a broke student! But you can find more about this coffee here: https://sourceclimatechange.com/pages/copy-of-about-us-1. It also comes highly recommended by another guest, and she knows her coffee!
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/about
Episode 25 - Talking with Joe Harkness about mental health and nature
Joe is an avid birder, a SENCo (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) by trade, and author of the bestselling book Bird Therapy.
You can find out more about Joe's work here: https://joeharkness.co.uk/ and download his teaching pack here: https://joeharkness.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Bird-Therapy-Teaching-Pack-V3.pdf
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Coffee Notes - Redbank Coffee roasters
I haven't had the chance to try a specific coffee from Redbank yet, but you can find more about this coffee here: https://redbankcoffee.com/
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/about
Episode 24 - Talking with Scott Gudrich about blue carbon and community outreach
Scott is a marine scientist, conservationist and director of community outreach and science communication charity The Plover Rovers (registered charity in England and Wales (1189992)).
We talked about about salt-marsh and seagrass, their links to blue carbon, and bringing effective and accessible science communication to coastal communities.
You can find out more about Scott's work here: https://www.plover-rovers.com/ and here: https://www.instagram.com/plover.rovers/
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Coffee Notes - Chipp Coffee Co
I haven't had the chance to try a specific coffee from CCC yet, but you can find more about this coffee here: https://chippcoffee.co.uk/
Music credits - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/about
Episode 23 - Talking with Isabel Ontaneda about the Maquipucuna reserve, community ecotourism and Andean bears.
Isabel is a conservationist and operations manager at Maquipucuna reserve and ecolodge. We talked about the conservation work done at the reserve, community-lead ecotourism, Andean bear congregations and the threats facing people and wildlife in the area.
You can find out more about Isabel's work here: https://www.instagram.com/isaonta/, https://www.instagram.com/maquipucuna/ and here https://www.maquipucuna.org/.
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Coffee Notes - Café Maquipucuna.
While it's not currently available to export, you can find out more about this coffee here: https://www.maquipucuna.org/maquipucuna-coffee
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 22 - Talking with Charlotte Foote about bird ringing and making nature safe and accessible for all
Charlotte is a licensed bird ringer, citizen scientist and wildlife photographer. We talked about the importance of bird ringing, Schedule 1 licensing and how it applies to wildlife photography and making nature safe and accessible for all.
You can find out more about Charlotte's work here: https://www.instagram.com/birdringer19/
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Coffee Notes - Girls Who Grind Coffee
Origin - Finca La Plata, Jinotega, Nicaragua
Producer - Cynthia La Rue
Variety - Catuai
Process - Black Honey
Roast date - 29/3/21
Tasting Notes - Red grape juice, fruit and nut bar, tangerine
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 21 - Talking with Celina Chien about the Illegal Wildlife Trade, and the importance of truthful science communication
You can find out more about Celina's work here: www.instagram.com/celinaxchien/ and here www.celinachien.com/
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Coffee Notes - gifted by Blackfin Coffee
Origin - Virunga region, Democratic Republic of Congo
Tasting Notes - notes of raspberry, blueberry and dark chocolate
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 20 - Talking with Tolga Aktas about the African Wild Dogs, soil health and connecting kids with nature
www.instagram.com/tolga_aktas1/?hl=en and here waysofthenaturalworld.wordpress.com/
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Coffee Notes - Triple Co Coffee
Origin - Nicaragua
Variety - Caturra
Tasting Notes - Cherry, oreo cookie, fudge
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 19 - Talking with Indah Sartika Sari about Sumatran Rhinos and breaking barriers to women working in science
Indah is a conservationist, scientist, project leader and current postgrad student at the University of Exeter. We talked about her work with sumatran rhinos, the importance of data collection surveys, how vital community engagement is in conservation, and breaking down the barriers to women becoming scientists. You can find out more about Indah's work here:
https://www.instagram.com/littlespiderhunter/ and here https://www.instagram.com/indahssphotos/
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Coffee Notes - Olfactory Coffee
Info - "Knockout" Espresso blend
Origin - 80% Fazenda Cruzeiro (Brazil), 20% Finca Guadalupe Zaju Estate (Mexico)
Roast date - 04/3/21
Tasting Notes - Red grape, toffee, cacao butter
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 18 - PART 2 - Talking with Jordan Lerma - Our thoughts on Seaspiracy
Jordan is a marine scientist and drone pilot who's work focusses on researching Cetaceans (whales and dolphins) using drones. We talked about the new Netflix documentary "Seaspiracy" and looked at it from the a non-expert perspective (mine) and a scientific perspective (Jordan's). We also discussed complex, convoluted and often misunderstood topics such as whaling in the Faroe Islands.
You can find out more about Jordan's work here:
https://www.instagram.com/uheheu/?hl=en and here https://www.cascadiaresearch.org/drones
Link to the website referenced in the podcast: https://sustainablefisheries-uw.org/
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Coffee Notes - New Ground Coffee
Origin - Coko Washing Station, Gakenke District, Rwanda
Tasting Notes - Champagne, lime, red grape
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 18 - Talking with Jordan Lerma - PART 1 - Drone use in whales & dolphins conservation research
Jordan is a marine scientist and drone pilot who's work focusses on researching Cetaceans (whales and dolphins) using drones. We talked about a close encounter between a paddle-boarder (not Jordan as I incorrectly said) and four humpback whales, new non-invasive breath sampling techniques and the possibilities of future research into cetacean behaviour. You can find out more about Jordan's work here:
https://www.instagram.com/uheheu/?hl=en here https://www.cascadiaresearch.org/drones, https://www.cascadiaresearch.org/hawaiian-cetacean-studies/April2019 and here https://time.com/5282213/whales-drones/
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Coffee Notes - New Ground Coffee
Origin - Coko Washing Station, Gakenke District, Rwanda
Tasting Notes - Champagne, lime, red grape
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 17 - Talking with KM Reyes about her on-the-ground conservation work in the Philippines
www.instagram.com/karinamay_reyes/?hl=en and here www.instagram.com/centreforsustainabilityph/?hl=en
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Coffee Notes - gifted by Girl with a Portafilter
Info - www.girlwithaportafilter.com/coffee-blog
Origin - Migoti Hill, Burundi
Lead farmer - Pascal Ntawuhezisi
Tasting Notes - Cinnamon, black cherry, and milk chocolate
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 15 - Talking with Sophie Pavelle about beaver reintroduction and staying positive
Sophie is a science communicator, writer, presenter and zoologist. We talked about beavers being reintroduced to the UK, staying positive during the global pandemic, the process of making a film in a very challenging circumstances, her new book and more. You can find out more about Sophie's work here: https://www.instagram.com/sophiepavs/ and check out the Beaver Trust here: https://beavertrust.org/ Follow the podcast on Instagram - @coffee_with_conservationists / follow me - @george_brynmor on Instagram. Buy me a Ko-fi and help support local and indigenous coffee growing communities and small, independent coffee shops. https://ko-fi.com/coffeewithconservationistspod Coffee Notes - gifted by Union hand-roasted Coffee Info - More detailed info on the Yayu Forest project here: https://unionroasted.com/blogs/latest/the-yayu-wild-forest Farmers: Wutete, Geri and Achibo co-operatives Origin - Yayu Wild Forest, Ethiopia Roast Date - 26/01/21 Tasting Notes - Citrus, Marzipan, Bourbon Biscuit Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 16 - Talking with Madison O'Connell about whales and dolphins living in captivity
There was a bit of a technical hitch at the start but we got through it. There is also a small amount of comedy at the end with a friendly birthday shoutout, but I hope this doesn't detract from or lessen the incredibly important and sobering topics that me and Madison discussed.
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Coffee Notes - gifted by Easy José Coffee Roasters
Info - More detailed info on Easy José's relationship with the Mayni people here : www.easyjosecoffee.co.uk/the-mayni
Origin - Peruvian Amazon (Peru)
Roast Date - 08/02/21
Tasting Notes - Honey, orange, chocolate, almond
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 14 - Talking with Alex Cunningham about the role of zoos in global conservation and education
@LearnatCZ – Chester Zoo education department
@Chesterzoo – general zoo page
@ActforWildlife – field projects page
@ScienceatCZ – science and research page
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Coffee Notes - Gifted by Steampunk Coffee
Info - the farm (Finca Bonanza) is situated in the foothills of the Santa Ana Volcano in western El Salvador. It's owned by Joe Molino and has been producing coffee since the 1950s.
Origin - El Salvador - Santa Ana region
Roast Date - 02/01/21
Tasting Notes - Tablet, apple, chocolate
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 13 - Talking with Lucy Hodson about threats to UK wildlife and the importance of wasps!
Lucy is a conservationist, environmental campaigner, educator and self-proclaimed nature nerd. We talked about, among other things, the threats to UK wildlife, the importance of vilified species such as wasps, the role of social media in uk conservation efforts and why being a nature nerd is in no way a bad thing! You can find more about Lucy's work here: https://www.instagram.com/lucy_lapwing/
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Coffee Notes - Dear Green
Info - The Fazenda Pantano Estate also supports a local school, and funds training schemes for their staff
Origin - Brazil - Fazenda Pantano estate
Roast Date - 21/12/2020
Tasting Notes - Full flavour, rich with berry sweetness and praline nuttiness
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 12 - Talking with Ellen Miles about the Nature is a Human Right campaign and urban greening
Ellen is an activist, campaigner, guerrilla gardener and founder of the campaign and platform Nature is a Human Right. We spoke about the campaign to make access to nature a human right, the importance of community and connection, urban greening and more. You can find more about Ellen's work here: https://www.instagram.com/natureisahumanright/ and here https://www.natureisahumanright.earth/
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Coffee Notes - Our Gorongosa
Info - Speak for the Trees blend
Origin - Gorongosa National Park, Mozambique
Roast Date - Unspecified
Tasting Notes - notes of praline
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 11 - Talking with O'Neil Leadon about the campaign to stop oil drilling in the Bahamas
O'Neil is a conservationist, activist, photographer and content creator. We spoke about the campaign to stop exploratory oil drilling in the Bahamas, his connection to the ocean, the Unite for Climate Action project and more. You can find more about O'Neil's work here: https://www.instagram.com/natureboyniel/;
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Coffee Notes - Café rebelde
Info - Zapatista blend - 100% Arabica fair trade organic ground coffee
Origin - grown by women and men of Mexican and Columbian Co-operatives, including Yachil Xojobal Chilchan.
Roast Date - Unspecified
Tasting Notes - Unspecified
café rebelde coffee don't have a website, but here's a really good description of who you're supporting by buying this coffee - https://www.wildthymewholefoods.co.uk/Zapatista-Coffee-Beans-5029220888897-28813/
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 10 - Talking with James Mwenda about rhino conservation and taking care of the last two northern white rhinos left alive
James is a photographer, safari guide, conservation speaker and ranger at Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya. He is in charge of taking care of the last two northern white rhinos on the entire planet. We spoke about his work with these precious creatures, his experiences of human/wildlife conflict and the affect of the covid-19 pandemic on game reserves and conservancies like Ol Pejeta you can find more about James' work here: https://www.instagram.com/jemu_mwenda/?hl=en; here: https://www.facebook.com/james.mwenda.1276 and here: https://www.olpejetaconservancy.org/
[Friendly audio quality warning! ⚠️When editing this episode I noticed a couple of quality issues due to a fault with my microphone and background noise. It's a little bit annoying but please don't let this put you off listening. The things James has to say are far more important than my less than professional audio set-up!]
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Coffee Notes - Kindly gifted by Coaltown Coffee Roasters
Info - Black Gold no.3
Origin - Blend from Brazil, El Salvador and Columbia
Roast Date - 01/08/20
Tasting Notes - Nutty milk chocolate and biscuit
Learn more about Coaltown coffee - https://www.coaltowncoffee.co.uk/
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 9 - Talking with Court Whelan about conservation tourism
Court is a PhD scientist, photographer, expedition guide and director of sustainability for Natural Habitat Adventures. We spoke about conservation tourism, its benefits to people and planet and its uncertain future in the midst of the global Covid-19 pandemic - you can find more about Court's work here: https://www.courtwhelan.com/; here: https://www.instagram.com/court_whelan/; and here https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAbTWrHTd7i9z7i7gJAUXOA.
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Coffee Notes - Yallah Coffee
Info - Explore Coffee, seasonal single origin
Origin - Micosta Washing Station, Muyinga region, Burundi
Roast Date - 17/09/20
Tasting Notes - Juicy and delicious with ripe berry and plum notes
Learn more about Yallah Coffee - https://yallahcoffee.co.uk/
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 8 - Talking with Megan McCubbin about UK conservation, Springwatch and Wild Justice
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Coffee Notes - Owen's Coffee
Info - Dart medium ground coffee, dark roast
Origin - Filter blend from the Cajamarca region of Peru and the Oromia region of Ethiopia.
Roast Date - Unknown
Tasting Notes - Honey and citrus
Learn more about Owen's Coffee - owenscoffee.com/
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 7 - Talking with Tori Tsui about climate justice and mental health in environmentalism
Tori is an Intersectional climate activist, educator and mental health advocate. We spoke about the Unite for Climate Action project, the power of social media in creating change and the intersect between mental health and environmental work - you can find more about Tori's work here: https://www.instagram.com/toritsui_/; and learn about Unite for Climate Action here: https://www.instagram.com/uniteforclimateaction/
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Coffee Notes - Gifted by Origin Coffee
Info - San Fermin, washed. a Lot built from 27 small, independent producers
Origin - Planadas & Gaitania, Tolima, Columbia
Roast Date - 01/09/2020
Tasting Notes - Orange Sherbet, Caramel, Berries
Learn more about Origin Coffee - https://www.origincoffee.co.uk/
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 6 - Talking with Elena Jean about "Coextinction" and the Orcas of the Pacific North West
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Coffee Notes - Saltspring Coffee
Info Unknown - This was coffee that my guest was drinking, but I think the company is still amazing and deserves your attention!Learn more about Saltspring Coffee - www.saltspringcoffee.com/
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 5 - Talking with Isaias Hernandez about Intersectional environmentalism and education
Episode 4 - Talking with Gunjan Menon about the importance of visual media in wildlife conservation
Episode 3 - Talking with Drew Hamilton about the No Pebble Mine campaign
The Pebble Mine is an open pit mine that will be incredible detrimental to wildlife, nature and industries from the bear viewing guide to the bristol bay salmon fisheries - you can find more about the campaign here; https://www.friendsofmcneilriver.org/ and here https://www.defendbristolbay.com/take-action - both these groups have social media platforms too!
You can check out Drew's work here - https://www.instagram.com/drewhh/
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Coffee Notes - Tamp Culture
Origin - Nearby Agaro in the Jimma area of Western Ethiopia
Grower - Mustefa Abakeno
Roast Date - 28/05/2020
Learn more about Tamp Culture Coffee - https://www.tampculture.coffee/
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 2 - Talking with Pete Cairns about rewilding with Scotland: The Big Picture
Scotland: The Big Picture is an organisation that creates partnerships and multimedia projects to support rewilding efforts in Scotland - you can find more about the projects on their website; https://www.scotlandbigpicture.com/ and through their social channels - https://www.instagram.com/scotlandtbp/ https://www.facebook.com/ScotlandTBP and https://twitter.com/ScotlandTBP
You can check out Pete's Photography and other work here - https://www.petercairnsphotography.com/ or through his socials: (he says he's most active on Twitter!) https://www.instagram.com/peter_cairns_photography/?hl=en , https://twitter.com/pcairnsphoto and https://www.facebook.com/PeterCairnsPhotography/
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Coffee Notes - Tamp Culture
Origin - Paez Region - Columbia
Roast Date - 14/05/2020
Learn more about Tamp Culture Coffee - https://www.tampculture.coffee/
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/
Episode 1 - Talking with Ben Bishop about citizen science at Cody Dock
Cody Dock is a community redevelopment project in East London - you can find more about the project on their website; https://codydock.org.uk/ and through their social channels https://twitter.com/CodyDock , https://www.instagram.com/cody_dockers/ , https://www.facebook.com/CodyDock/
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Coffee Notes - Decaffeinated using sugarcane
Origin - El Carmen - Pitalito - Columbia
Roast Date - 19/03/2020
Learn more about James Gourmet Coffee - https://jamesgourmetcoffee.com/#shop
Music - "Heron Island" by Richard Bentley - https://www.smallsilence.org/