Saving Wildlife with Sam

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Get to know the extraordinary people who dedicate their lives to save wildlife and the places they call home. We go beyond the headlines to uncover their wildest encounters, toughest challenges, and what keeps them hopeful in the fight for nature.

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  1. 1D AGO

    Louisa Ponnampalam: From dolphin dreams to conservation reality in Malaysia

    Most marine biologists dream of studying dolphins. Dr. Louisa Ponnampalam actually did it - and discovered that saving wildlife requires far more than science. Louisa shares her journey from teenage "dolphin obsession" to founding and running Marecet, Malaysia's leading marine mammal conservation organization. She opens up about the steep learning curve from field researcher to organizational leader, the surprising skills conservation work demands, and why protecting animals means understanding the humans around them. In this conversation:  → The baby dugong encounter that took 11 years to happen  → Why marine mammals are legally protected but their habitats aren't  → Building trust with fishermen to reduce dolphin bycatch  → The reality of conservation funding and facing "get a real job" criticism  → Making marine conservation accessible to marginalized communities Key timestamps: [UPDATE WITH FINAL TIMES]  0:00 - The baby dugong encounter  8:00 - Why Louisa founded Marecet and filling knowledge gaps  10:30 - The turning point: Conservation is more than science  25:00 - Working with fishermen on bycatch solutions  32:00 - Marine debris and habitat threats  40:00 - Getting research into policy and protected areas  44:00 - Learning to lead and communicate  53:00 - "Just because it's never been done doesn't mean it can't be done" About Louisa: Dr. Louisa Ponnampalam is a Pew Fellow and co-founder of Marecet, living the childhood dream she never gave up on. She's spent nearly two decades researching dolphins, dugongs, and whales, and has helped establish multiple internationally recognized marine protected areas in Malaysia while training the next generation of homegrown marine conservationists. Learn more about Marecet:  Website: https://www.marecet.org/ Donate: https://wildnet.org/wildlife-programs/dolphins-and-dugongs/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/marecet-research-organization/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marecetresearchorganization Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marecet/ CONNECT WITH SAVING WILDLIFE WITH SAM:  Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@savingwildlifewithsamFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/savingwildlifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/savingwildlifewithsam/Join the newsletter: https://forms.gle/3v5UCmN6CgLGGM3s5Follow Sam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-williams-0989483/Please like, comment, and share to help more people discover these conservation stories! Weddell Seal audio from NOAA

    1 hr

  2. DEC 6

    Rosamira Guillen: The architect turned conservation leader saving the world’s cutest little monkey!

    Rosamira Guillen shares her inspiring journey to becoming Executive Director of Proyecto Tití and shows us that conservation is more than just biology. We range from fun stories of the Cotton-tops, protecting their dry-forest and working finding ways to benefit local Colombian communities to values, culture and leadership!   Follow Rosamira and her team’s work https://www.facebook.com/proyectotiti Instagram: Proyecto Tití (@proyectotiti) · Barranquilla Support the protection of the world’s cutest little monkey: https://wildnet.org/wildlife-programs/cotton-top-tamarin/ Signup for the Saving Wildlife With Sam email https://forms.gle/3v5UCmN6CgLGGM3s5 More about Saving Wildlife with Sam https://www.facebook.com/savingwildlife  Please support the channel and subscribe to help more conservationists tell their story!

    1h 13m

  3. NOV 5

    Dr Colleen Begg: Life on conservation’s front line! From honey badgers to an attack by insurgents!

    Dr Colleen Begg, thought-leader in conservation, has dedicated her life to working with local communities and saving wildlife. She shares awe inspiring stories of her adventures and endurance: Wildlife and wilderness Catching Honey Badgers Elephants roaming through camp Learning traditions from local people Leadership and community A deadly attack by insurgents Conservation when security is uncertain Women empowerment The future for conservation Follow Colleen and her work https://www.facebook.com/colleen.begg https://www.facebook.com/niassalionproject https://www.facebook.com/WomEnviroAfrica Instagram: @Niassalionproject Support Colleen’s team and the protection of wildlife in Niassa: https://wildnet.org/wildlife-programs/lion-niassa/ Signup for the Saving Wildlife With Sam email https://forms.gle/3v5UCmN6CgLGGM3s5 #conservation #savingwildlife #honeybadger #WomenInConservation #NiassaLionProject

    1h 9m

  4. NOV 5

    Rocio Palacios: One Andean Cat sighting in 22 years of dedication! Conservation in high mountains.

    Rocio Palacios has dedicated her life to learning about and protecting one of the world’s most elusive cats. The Andean Cat Alliance works across the four countries where the cats are found. Their research and conservation involves local communities and their impact benefits cats and other wildlife in the high Andes. Rocio shares fun and inspiring stories of a life rich adventure and passion. Follow Rocio and her work https://www.facebook.com/alianzagatoandino Instagram: @alianza_gato_andino Support the protection of Andean cats: https://wildnet.org/wildlife-programs/andean-cat/ Signup for the Saving Wildlife with Sam email https://forms.gle/3v5UCmN6CgLGGM3s5

    47 min
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Get to know the extraordinary people who dedicate their lives to save wildlife and the places they call home. We go beyond the headlines to uncover their wildest encounters, toughest challenges, and what keeps them hopeful in the fight for nature.

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