The Wild Eye Podcast

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The Wild Eye Podcast

The Wild Eye Podcast is hosted by Gerry van der Walt and the Wild Eye team. We bring you conversations, interviews, and Q&A sessions focused on travel, safaris and photography. Join our online community and let us change the way you see the world!

  1. #538 -Campfire Conversations: Namibia Unpacked

    JUL 7

    #538 -Campfire Conversations: Namibia Unpacked

    In this episode, Andrew speaks to two of his guests about the Namibia adventure they just completed. They discuss the extreme experiences, incredible wildlife encounters, and the contrasts of their two-week journey through one of Africa's most remote regions. It's a candid conversation about what it means to completely disconnect and experience the wild in its rawest form, recorded around a campfire under the stars. So settle in and join them as they unpack their Namibian adventure. Visit the Wild Eye website here: https://wild-eye.com/

    40 min
  2. #536 - A Lower Zambezi Story: Leopard Hunts Baboon

    JUN 30

    #536 - A Lower Zambezi Story: Leopard Hunts Baboon

    In 13 years of guiding safaris, Michael Laubscher had never witnessed anything like this. Deep in Zambia's Lower Zambezi National Park, a small female leopard found herself face-to-face with one of Africa's most intelligent species - a lone baboon stranded high in a towering winter thorn tree. What followed was an hour-long battle of wits, strategy, and raw survival instinct that defied everything Michael thought he knew about predator behavior. This is the story of the hunt that stopped time, where nature rewrote the rulebook before his very eyes. Visit our website here: https://wild-eye.com/

    40 min
  3. #535 - When to get creative

    JUN 27

    #535 - When to get creative

    In this episode Gerry she is a very simple approach as to when you should be getting creative with your images out in the field.

    4 min
  4. #534 - Getting Started With Birding

    JUN 23

    #534 - Getting Started With Birding

    Join Donovan Cross, Wild Eye guide and passionate birder, as he breaks down everything you need to know about birding - from spotting your first backyard birds to tracking rare species across Africa. Don shares practical tips on choosing gear, learning bird families, and why patience beats luck every time. Plus, hear the hilarious story of how a "romantic picnic" at a sewage treatment plant actually led to incredible bird sightings. Whether you're safari-bound or just curious about those creatures outside your window, this episode will change how you see the world around you. You can visit our website here: https://wild-eye.com/

    26 min
  5. #533 - What Really Makes Better Images: Gear or Craft?

    JUN 20

    #533 - What Really Makes Better Images: Gear or Craft?

    Are we chasing the latest camera tech or actually focusing on making better pictures? Some photographers seem obsessed with specs and upgrades, while others stick with older gear and concentrate on their craft. What really matters when you're behind the lens? In this episode Gerry talks about finding that balance between appreciating good tools and not letting gear become a distraction from what photography is actually about - capturing moments and telling stories. You can visit our website here: https://wild-eye.com/

    10 min
  6. #532 - Seasons In Amboseli

    JUN 16

    #532 - Seasons In Amboseli

    Kilimanjaro towers over Kenya's Amboseli National Park, creating one of Africa's most iconic safari backdrops. But timing your visit makes all the difference when it comes to seeing elephants against this magnificent mountain. After ten years of guiding in Amboseli, Michael Laubscher breaks down the park's distinct seasons and what each offers. From the predictable elephant movements and dusty lake bed crossings of the dry months, to the lush green landscapes and clearer mountain views during the rains, learn how to plan your Amboseli safari based on what you want to experience. Michael shares practical insights on weather patterns, animal behavior, and why his personal favorite time to visit might not be what you'd expect. Visit our website: https://wild-eye.com/

    34 min
  7. #531 - The Wild Eye Winners

    JUN 13

    #531 - The Wild Eye Winners

    The pink team just smashed records at Gold Reef City's Amazing Race, and they're not letting anyone forget it. Donovan (one month in) and the crew take you through their epic victory - complete with questionable strategy, Danny's log ride disaster, and certificates going straight into emergency folders. This is what happens when competitive safari guides get turned loose in a theme park. Records were broken, the black team lost, and everyone's still wearing pink. Featuring victory laps from the entire winning team - because when you dominate this hard, everybody gets to brag about it. Visit our website here: https://wild-eye.com/

    39 min
  8. #530 - Getting To Know Monique and Donovan

    JUN 9

    #530 - Getting To Know Monique and Donovan

    In this episode, Johan sits down with Wild Eye's newest team members, Monique and Donovan, to hear about their journey joining the safari business. Monique discusses her transition from lodge work to the travel consultation team, while Donovan shares his experience stepping into sales and discovering the behind-the-scenes magic of safari planning. Both talk about the learning curve of joining Wild Eye, their upcoming Kenya adventures, and how the team's collaborative approach creates unforgettable African safari experiences. Visit our website here: https://wild-eye.com/

    22 min
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The Wild Eye Podcast is hosted by Gerry van der Walt and the Wild Eye team. We bring you conversations, interviews, and Q&A sessions focused on travel, safaris and photography. Join our online community and let us change the way you see the world!

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  • Creator
    Wild Eye
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2025
  • Episodes
    200
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    Explicit
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    © Copyright 2025 Wild Eye
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    The Wild Eye Podcast

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