Wildlife Conversations with Jen Ritchie

Jen Ritchie
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Wildlife Photographer Jen Ritchie hosts a live chat, recorded with a web audience, that includes wildlife photographer interviews, live question and answer, and a speed round. The podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Our goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/ https://www.youtube.com/@JenRitchiePhotography

  1. Ep 46: Photographer Brian Hill Finds His Solace & Passion in Chasing the Light out West & in Alaska

    19H AGO

    Ep 46: Photographer Brian Hill Finds His Solace & Passion in Chasing the Light out West & in Alaska

    | Wildlife Conversations with Brian Hill, Episode 46 | So great to sit down with Brian Hill and learn more about him! Based in Kansas, Brian shares his work from Colorado, the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, and Alaska. From bears to elk, his images showcase these creatures in the best light, and he's such a kind, friendly addition to our wildlife community. We have a great discussion about finding solace in nature, the rut season, Alaska Bear Camps, and so much more! ___________ WHERE TO FIND BRIAN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianhill.wildlife/ __________WHERE TO FIND JEN ⁠Website: https://jenlritchie.com/ Roberts Camera: https://robertscamera.com/wildlifeInstagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ and https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/ Support the podcast: https://jenlritchie.com/support/ Grab my ⁠free guide and join the email list for upcoming podcasts: https://jenlritchie.com/freeguide/ See what's in my camera bag here: ⁠https://jenlritchie.com/photographer/ __________WHERE TO FIND ROBERTS CAMERA & USEDPHOTOPROWebsites: https://robertscamera.com/https://usedphotopro.com/ Online Coupon Code: Use JRVIP2026 receive . . .- 10% off all used camera equipment on usedphotopro.com- 10% off select NEW accessories (bags, straps, tripods/monopods and filters) atrobertscamera.comContact Phil Gibson to answer questions about your gear and set you up for your vision. - Valid through 12/31/2026__________GURA GEARReceive 10% off using my affiliate link here: https://guragear.com/?ref=JENRITCHIEor coupon code JENRITCHIE ___________Wildlife Conversations Podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Its goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife and nature photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place.

    1h 15m
  2. Episode 45: Wildlife Conversations with Vince Maidens

    APR 15

    Episode 45: Wildlife Conversations with Vince Maidens

    | Wildlife Conversations with Vince Maidens, Episode 45 |Honored to welcome back award-winning photographer Vince Maidens! We discuss his latest trip to Africa, Instagram culture, how photography is evolving for better or worse, knowing your local area and when to abandon a photo, and so much more. __________WHERE TO FIND VINCEInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vincemaidens/Website: https://www.vincemaidensphotography.com__________WHERE TO FIND JEN⁠Website: https://jenlritchie.com/Roberts Camera: https://robertscamera.com/wildlifeInstagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ and https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/Support the podcast: https://jenlritchie.com/support/Grab my ⁠free guide and join the email list for upcoming podcasts: https://jenlritchie.com/freeguide/See what's in my camera bag here: ⁠https://jenlritchie.com/photographer/__________WHERE TO FIND ROBERTS CAMERA & USEDPHOTOPROWebsites:https://robertscamera.com/https://usedphotopro.com/Online Coupon Code:Use JRVIP2026 to receive . . .- 10% off all used camera equipment on usedphotopro.com- 10% off select NEW accessories (bags, straps, tripods/monopods and filters) atrobertscamera.comContact Phil Gibson to answer questions about your gear and set you up for your vision. - Valid through 12/31/2026__________GURA GEARReceive 10% off using my affiliate link here: https://guragear.com/?ref=JENRITCHIEor coupon code JENRITCHIE___________Wildlife Conversations Podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Its goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife and nature photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place. Thanks for watching!

    1h 8m
  3. Episode 44: Wildlife Conversations with Dr. Rebecca Cliffe

    APR 8

    Episode 44: Wildlife Conversations with Dr. Rebecca Cliffe

    | Wildlife Conversations with Dr. Rebecca Cliffe, Episode 44 | I was honored to welcome Dr. Rebecca Cliffe to the podcast! She is the founder and executive director of the Sloth Conservation Foundation, which is based in Costa Rica. Becky is a British zoologist and a leading expert on sloths, who has gained unparalleled knowledge of the little-known habits of these mysterious creatures. __________ WHERE TO FIND BECKY Website: https://www.slothconservation.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becky.sloth/https://www.instagram.com/slothconservation/ Learn more and sign up for Amazon and Atlantic Forest Wildlife Photo Safari with Becky and Suzi Eszterhas next year. Find more details here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KT4sJLC1KUYjPl1tG97_ZFcew7MWSA1l/view __________ WHERE TO FIND JEN ⁠Website: https://jenlritchie.com/Roberts Camera: https://robertscamera.com/wildlife Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ and https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/ Support the podcast: https://jenlritchie.com/support/ Grab my ⁠free guide and join the email list for upcoming podcasts: https://jenlritchie.com/freeguide/ See what's in my camera bag here: ⁠https://jenlritchie.com/photographer/ __________ WHERE TO FIND ROBERTS CAMERA & USEDPHOTOPRO Websites:https://robertscamera.com/https://usedphotopro.com/ Online Coupon Code: Use JRVIP2026 to receive . . . - 10% off all used camera equipment on usedphotopro.com - 10% off select NEW accessories (bags, straps, tripods/monopods and filters) at robertscamera.com Contact Phil Gibson to answer questions about your gear and set you up for your vision. - Valid through 12/31/2026 __________ GURA GEAR Receive 10% off using my affiliate link here: https://guragear.com/?ref=JENRITCHIE or coupon code JENRITCHIE ___________ Wildlife Conversations Podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Its goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife and nature photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place.

    1h 1m
  4. Episode 43: Wildlife Conversations with Sue Cedarholm

    MAR 25

    Episode 43: Wildlife Conversations with Sue Cedarholm

    | Wildlife Conversations with Sue Cedarholm, Episode 43 | Trained as a visual artist, Sue has lived in Jackson, Wyoming, for over 40 years and has gained recognition as a nature photographer, painter, potter, and designer of nature-related attire. She has used the Tetons as her basecamp for travel to far-flung corners of the globe like the Serengeti, the Arctic, South Georgia Island, Uganda, Patagonia, and Antarctica. For over 20 years Sue was a field assistant with her mentor, wildlife photographer Tom Mangelsen, and co-leader and organizer of numerous photographic expeditions to places like coastal Alaska and Kenya.  We discuss Sue’s  life-long pursuit of adventure and exploration in nature, her relationship with Grizzly 399 and the Emmy-nominated documentary, her adventures guiding people around the world, storytelling in an image, the importance of fun and joy in photography, and so much more.  __________ WHERE TO FIND SUE Website: www.suecedarholm.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suecedarholm/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/suecedarholmphotography __________ WHERE TO FIND JEN ⁠Website: https://jenlritchie.com/ Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/  https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/ Support the podcast: https://jenlritchie.com/support/ Grab my ⁠free guide and join the email list for upcoming podcasts: https://jenlritchie.com/freeguide/ __________ WHERE TO FIND ROBERTS CAMERA & USEDPHOTOPRO Websites: https://robertscamera.com/ https://usedphotopro.com/ Online Coupon Code: Use JENRITCHIEVIP to receive . . . - 10% off all used camera equipment on usedphotopro.com - 10% off select NEW accessories (bags, straps, tripods/monopods and filters) at robertscamera.com Contact Phil Gibson to answer questions about your gear and set you up for your vision.  - Valid through 12/31/2026 __________ GURA GEAR Receive 10% off using my affiliate link here: https://guragear.com/?ref=JENRITCHIE or coupon code JENRITCHIE ___________ Wildlife Conversations Podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Its goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife and nature photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place.

    1h 27m
  5. Episode 42: Wildlife Conversations with Cassia Rivera

    MAR 11

    Episode 42: Wildlife Conversations with Cassia Rivera

    | Wildlife Conversations with Cassia Rivera, Episode 42 | Cassia Rivera is a North Carolina wildlife photographer, conservationist,  filmmaker, and storyteller. She is fighting each day for wild spaces in her state and collaborates with government agencies, NGOs, citizen scientists, and conservationist communities to impact  increased habitat connectivity. She collaborated to create the documentary short film, Right of Passage. The film’s mission is to raise awareness in order to support the conservation efforts surrounding safer wildlife corridors for the critically endangered red wolf and all wildlife in North Carolina. As a board member of Champions for Wildlife and the Executive Director of the North Carolina Wildlife Corridor, Cassia’s passion is contagious and inspiring. We had such an enlightening discussion, and I hope you enjoy it!  __________ WHERE TO FIND CASSIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassiariveraphotography/ https://www.instagram.com/ncwildlifecorridor/ Websites: www.northcarolinawildlifecorridor.org www.rightofpassage.info __________ WHERE TO FIND JEN ⁠Website: https://jenlritchie.com/ Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ and  https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/ Support the podcast: https://jenlritchie.com/support/ Grab my ⁠free guide and join the email list for upcoming podcasts: https://jenlritchie.com/freeguide/ See what's in my camera bag here: ⁠https://jenlritchie.com/photographer/ __________ WHERE TO FIND ROBERTS CAMERA & USEDPHOTOPRO Websites: https://robertscamera.com/ https://usedphotopro.com/ Online Coupon Code: Use JENRITCHIEVIP to receive . . . - 10% off all used camera equipment on usedphotopro.com - 10% off select NEW accessories (bags, straps, tripods/monopods and filters) at robertscamera.com Contact Phil Gibson to answer questions about your gear and set you up for your vision.  - Valid through 12/31/2026 __________ GURA GEAR I love Gura Gear bags, and I'm so thankful to be an ambassador for them! You can receive 10% off using my affiliate link here: https://guragear.com/?ref=JENRITCHIE or coupon code JENRITCHIE ___________ Wildlife Conversations Podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Its goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife and nature photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place.

    1h 1m
  6. Episode 41: Wildlife Conversations with Mary Schrader

    MAR 4

    Episode 41: Wildlife Conversations with Mary Schrader

    |Wildlife Conversations with Mary Schrader, Episode 41 | Mary Schrader is an award-winning wildlife photographer based out of California, but she travels extensively capturing stunning images that showcase connection and story in places like Africa, Alaska, and the Arctic.  Her work has been recognized by Nature Photographer of the Year, Africa Geographic, Remembering Wildlife, NANPA, The San Diego International Photo Exhibition, the Pangolin Photo Challenge, among others. She’s been featured in Forbes, Popular Science, CNN, Peta Pixel, The Telegraph, The Atlantic, and other international publications.   With a masters in costume and scenic design for theater, Mary’s artistic eye captures details which evoke story and emotion. Her goal is to ignite a flame of care and compassion in her audience for the wild creatures she captures.  We have such a rich discussion about her journey to wildlife photography, filling our minds and hearts with creativity and inspiration, her beautiful images and the stories behind them, and so much more!  __________ WHERE TO FIND MARY Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryschraderphotography/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarySchraderPhotography/ Website: https://www.maryschraderphotography.com/ __________ WHERE TO FIND JEN ⁠Website: https://jenlritchie.com/ Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ and  https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/ __________ WHERE TO FIND ROBERTS CAMERA & USEDPHOTOPRO Websites: https://robertscamera.com/ https://usedphotopro.com/ Online Coupon Code: Use JENRITCHIEVIP to receive . . . - 10% off all used camera equipment on usedphotopro.com - 10% off select NEW accessories (bags, straps, tripods/monopods and filters) at robertscamera.com Contact Phil Gibson to answer questions about your gear and set you up for your vision.  - Valid through 12/31/2026 __________ GURA GEAR Receive 10% off using my affiliate link here: https://guragear.com/?ref=JENRITCHIE or coupon code JENRITCHIE ___________ Wildlife Conversations Podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Its goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife and nature photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place all while celebrating the wild.

    1h 24m
  7. Episode 40: Wildlife Conversations with Laura Dyer

    FEB 11

    Episode 40: Wildlife Conversations with Laura Dyer

    | Wildlife Conversations, Episode 40 with Laura Dyer | Laura Dyer is an award winning UK/South Africa based wildlife photographer, guide, and teacher. She leads small-group and private photographic safaris from the plains and waterways of Africa to the ice of the Arctic. Laura also does conservation filming alongside Beyond Africa Films. Her work has been published in both local and international press, as well as in various wildlife magazines and international competitions such as Nature’s Best Photography. Most recently, she received a Highly Commended award, in the Nature Photographer of the Year contest for her beautiful image of an aardvark called “A Curious Nose.” Laura loves the natural world and hopes through her imagery and tours, she can share some of her passion to conserve and protect this incredible planet. __________ WHERE TO FIND LAURA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauradyerphotography/ Website: www.lauradyerphotography.com Substack: https://yoursafariguide.substack.com Beyond Africa Films (w/Dan Clarkson), The Last Cheetahs: https://www.thelastcheetahs.com/film __________ WHERE TO FIND JEN ⁠Website: https://jenlritchie.com/ Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ and  https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/ Support the podcast: https://jenlritchie.com/support/ Grab my ⁠free guide and join the email list for upcoming podcasts: https://jenlritchie.com/freeguide/ See what's in my camera bag here: ⁠https://jenlritchie.com/photographer/ __________ WHERE TO FIND ROBERTS CAMERA & USEDPHOTOPRO Websites: https://robertscamera.com/ https://usedphotopro.com/ Online Coupon Code: Use JENRITCHIEVIP to receive . . . - 10% off all used camera equipment on usedphotopro.com - 10% off select NEW accessories (bags, straps, tripods/monopods and filters) at robertscamera.com Contact Phil Gibson to answer questions about your gear and set you up for your vision.  - Valid through 12/31/2026 __________ GURA GEAR Receive 10% off using my affiliate link here: https://guragear.com/?ref=JENRITCHIE or coupon code JENRITCHIE ___________ Wildlife Conversations Podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Its goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife and nature photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place.

    1h 22m
  8. Episode 39: Wildlife Conversations with Phoebe Carnes

    FEB 4

    Episode 39: Wildlife Conversations with Phoebe Carnes

    | Wildlife Conversations with/ Phoebe Carnes, Episode 39 | Phoebe Carnes (@phoebeswildlife) grew up in North Carolina near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and it has been the muse of her photography and career path.  Her images introduce viewers to the wonder of the park’s diversity, and she particularly loves showcasing the park’s elk herd on the North Carolina side of the Smokies.  Right now, Phoebe is an undergraduate wildlife biology student and has worked in wildlife conservation and management in Great Smoky Mountains National Park with NPS staff. This summer, she will be earning a Master’s degree at the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources.  During this time Phoebe will be in both Florida and South Carolina and hopes to show the beauty of the Southeast through her photography.  She’s also working on an interdisciplinary project called Tapestry of America, which highlights the wildlife and wild places national parks protect. She hopes to inspire others to advocate for our public lands. She will be having an exhibition and public lecture in the spring at the University of North Carolina at Asheville. __________ WHERE TO FIND PHOEBE Website: https://www.phoebeswildlife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phoebeswildlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564951108930 __________ WHERE TO FIND JEN ⁠Website: https://jenlritchie.com/ Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ and  https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/ Support the podcast: https://jenlritchie.com/support/ Grab my ⁠free guide and join the email list for upcoming podcasts: https://jenlritchie.com/freeguide/ See what's in my camera bag here: ⁠https://jenlritchie.com/photographer/ __________ WHERE TO FIND ROBERTS CAMERA & USEDPHOTOPRO Websites: https://robertscamera.com/ https://usedphotopro.com/ Online Coupon Code: Use JENRITCHIEVIP to receive . . . - 10% off all used camera equipment on usedphotopro.com - 10% off select NEW accessories (bags, straps, tripods/monopods and filters) at robertscamera.com Contact Phil Gibson to answer questions about your gear and set you up for your vision.  __________ GURA GEAR Receive 10% off using my affiliate link here: https://guragear.com/?ref=JENRITCHIE or coupon code JENRITCHIE ___________ Wildlife Conversations Podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Its goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife and nature photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place while celebrating the wild.  Thanks for watching!

    1h 10m
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Wildlife Photographer Jen Ritchie hosts a live chat, recorded with a web audience, that includes wildlife photographer interviews, live question and answer, and a speed round. The podcast exists to share more voices in the genre and to build community outside of social media. Our goal is to be a space where creatives who are passionate about wildlife photography can share their stories, wisdom, adventures, and tips in a fun, welcoming place. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/jenlritchie/ https://www.instagram.com/wildlifeconversationspodcast/ https://www.youtube.com/@JenRitchiePhotography

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