Paws Mongolia

Paws Mongolia
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Paws Mongolia Podcast explores Mongolia and beyond through compelling storytelling and conversations with authors, scholars, scientists, and animal welfare advocates. From history and culture to science, conservation, animal stories, and human–animal relationships, the podcast offers engaging conversations and thoughtful discussions that inspire curiosity and deepen our understanding of the natural world around us.

  1. 5d ago

    Life in the Gap: Mongolia After Socialism

    Professor Rebecca Empson, Professor of Anthropology, Head of Social Anthropology, and Director of Research at University College London (UCL). She is the author of Harnessing Fortune: Personhood, Memory and Place in Mongolia and Subjective Lives and Economic Transformations in Mongolia: Life in the Gap. Drawing on more than two decades of research in Mongolia, Rebecca discusses her book, Subjective Lives and Economic Transformations in Mongolia: Life in the Gap, exploring how Mongolia’s dramatic economic and political transformation has shaped everyday life—bringing new freedoms and opportunities, but also debt, uncertainty, and profound social change. Rebecca Empson https://www.ucl.ac.uk/social-historical-sciences/anthropology/people/academic-and-teaching-staff/rebecca-empson Cover artwork — Air (Aagaar) (2019), by Mongolian artist Nomin Boldhttps://lilianablochgallery.com/artists/31-nomin-bold/biography/ https://www.pawsmongolia.org Theme music: “Selenge” by Céline Dessberg. Courtesy of That’s Love Records. Used with permission.

    Life in the Gap: Mongolia After Socialism

  2. Sep 21

    The Ghost of the Mountains

    The Ghost of the Mountains: Unraveling the Secrets of the Snow Leopard What does it take to understand and protect one of the world’s most elusive predators? In this episode, I speak with Dr. Kulbhushansingh Suryawanshi, an ecologist, conservation scientist, and author who has spent almost two decades studying snow leopards in the wild. He is Director of the India Program at the Snow Leopard Trust and a scientist with the Nature Conservation Foundation. He is also a Fellow of the British Ecological Society, a CIFAR Fellow, and a National Geographic Explorer. Our conversation examines the science behind the snow leopard’s IUCN Vulnerable status, population estimates, and the definition of “mature" individuals. We also take a broader look at this mysterious and aesthetically remarkable feline species—what science has revealed about snow leopards, the challenges they face in the wild, the progress made in their conservation, and what the future may hold for them. Dr. Suryawanshi holds a Ph.D. in Ecology and Conservation from the Nature Conservation Foundation and Manipal University, an M.Sc. in Wildlife Biology and Conservation from the National Centre for Biological Sciences and WCS-India, and a B.Sc. in Zoology from Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University. His professional distinctions include the British Ecological Society’s Southwood Prize (2013), National Geographic Young Explorer recognition (2011), a fellowship at the Wissenschaftskolleg zu Berlin (2022), and a CIFAR Fellowship (2023–2028). He became a Fellow of the British Ecological Society in 2025. From the Himalayas of India to the Mongolian Plateau, Dr. Suryawanshi’s work offers a rare perspective on what long-term field science can teach us about wildlife, people, and coexistence. https://www.kulbhushansingh.com Paws Mongolia Podcast https://www.pawsmongolia.org Theme music: “Selenge” by Céline Dessberg. Courtesy of That’s Love Records. Used with permission.

    The Ghost of the Mountains

  3. Sep 7

    Fleur Dawes — Communications Director, In Defense of Animals

    Fleur Dawes, Director of Communications & International Partnerships at In Defense of Animals and an experienced public relations professional specializing in media strategy, communications, and raising the profile of animal protection issues. Before joining In Defense of Animals, Fleur held communications and media roles with Animal Defenders International, the National Anti-Vivisection Society, Cruelty Free International, and the European Coalition to End Animal Experiments. Her career has included international media relations, television and radio appearances, campaign communications, celebrity engagement, and working with journalists around the world. Her media experience includes the BBC, Sky News, the Los Angeles Times, The Guardian, and The Times. Earlier in her career, Fleur also worked with World Animal Protection, where she researched and compiled a report on working equines using legislation, veterinary journals, guidelines, and information from animal protection organizations internationally. She holds a Master of Arts in Classical Studies from the University of St Andrews and a certificate in spokesperson training from the Public Relations Consultants Association. In this episode, we talk about several animal protection issues, including the treatment of street dogs in Morocco ahead of the 2030 FIFA World Cup, trophy hunting and In Defense of Animals’ Wild & Free campaign, and the implementation of Mongolia’s 2023 Pet Law. https://www.idausa.org/campaign/wild-animals-and-habitats/trophy-hunting/ https://www.idausa.org/campaign/animal-companions/latest/dogs-in-morocco-are-still-being-killed-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup-but-rescuers-arent-giving-up/ https://www.idausa.org/ Paws Mongolia Podcast https://www.pawsmongolia.org Theme music: “Selenge” by Céline Dessberg. Courtesy of That’s Love Records. Used with permission.

    Fleur Dawes — Communications Director, In Defense of Animals

  4. Jul 27

    Masterpieces with Unexpected Guests

    Some of the world’s great masterpieces contain details we often pass by. In this episode, I explore art, museums, and the unexpected presence of animals in remarkable works across different periods and places—and what changes when we begin to notice them. This is our last episode in the current format. After a short break, the Paws Mongolia Podcast will return with a new interview format, featuring conversations with authors, researchers, academics, and animal welfare advocates from around the world. Paws Mongolia Podcast https://www.pawsmongolia.org Theme music: “Selenge” by Céline Dessberg. Courtesy of That’s Love Records. Used with permission.

  5. Jul 20

    Architecture for a Changing Climate

    Climate change is reshaping the way we design our buildings, cities, and communities. In this episode, we explore how architecture is adapting to create a safer, healthier, and more resilient future. Paws Mongolia podcast https://www.pawsmongolia.org Theme music: “Selenge” by Céline Dessberg. Courtesy of That’s Love Records. Used with permission.

    Architecture for a Changing Climate

  6. Jul 13

    Who Will Comfort Us Tomorrow?

    Robot pets are becoming more lifelike every year. Could they help people facing loneliness? What happens to our relationship with real animals when technology begins to offer companionship? In this episode, we explore the science, ethics, and future of robot pets. Can technology truly comfort us, or is there something only a living animal can provide? Paws Mongolia Podcast https://pawsmongolia.org Theme music: “Selenge” by Céline Dessberg. Courtesy of That’s Love Records. Used with permission.

    Who Will Comfort Us Tomorrow?

  7. Jul 6

    Can We Really Reverse Aging?

    Can we reverse aging? In this episode, we explore how genes, lifestyle, and environment shape the aging process, how animals have advanced longevity research, and how emerging technologies may one day reduce our reliance on animal testing. Paws Mongolia Podcast https://www.pawsmongolia.org Theme music: “Selenge” by Céline Dessberg, courtesy of That’s Love Records. Used with permission.

    Can We Really Reverse Aging?

  8. Jun 29

    The World’s Last Wild Camels

    The remarkable story of the world’s only truly wild camel, surviving in the Gobi Desert of Mongolia and China. The wild Bactrian camel (Camelus ferus) is the world’s only remaining truly wild camel species. Known as khavtgai (хавтгай) in Mongolia, it survives in the remote deserts of Mongolia and China. In this episode, we explore its remarkable history, unique biology, and the conservation efforts to protect one of the world’s rarest large mammals. Paws Mongolia Podcast https://www.pawsmongolia.org Theme music: “Selenge” by Céline Dessberg, courtesy of That’s Love Records, used with permission.

    The World’s Last Wild Camels
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Paws Mongolia Podcast explores Mongolia and beyond through compelling storytelling and conversations with authors, scholars, scientists, and animal welfare advocates. From history and culture to science, conservation, animal stories, and human–animal relationships, the podcast offers engaging conversations and thoughtful discussions that inspire curiosity and deepen our understanding of the natural world around us.

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  • Creator
    Paws Mongolia
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Clean
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