Fascinate Pod

Jemima Parry-Jones MBE is a conservationist, author, raptor breeder, lecturer, consultant and is the Director of the International Centre for Birds of Prey.Today she discusses her life, influences and her views on conservation of birds of prey. Specifically her involvement in helping with the vulture crisis: https://www.icbp.org/icbp-vulture-conservation/In the controversial world of animal breeding, a deeper and more nuanced discussion is needed. How can we stop more species becoming extinct? What is necessary? and what can condone? Find the International Centre for Birds of Prey on twitter here: @ICBPNewentand find me @FascinatePodThis podcast was produced by Fascinate Productions @FasProd

Alice Bell is the Director of Communications at We Are Possible. The charity, based in North London, supports people and groups across the UK doing bold, beautiful things to tackle climate change. https://www.wearepossible.org/If you want more information on the history of climate change, Alice has her own website https://www.climatehistories.com/who. Find her on twitter @alicebell and find me @FascinatePod

Mark, or 'Doc' to his friends, is an avid cold water swimmer. He worked as a GP for 35 years, and is currently a director at IMAS (International Mixed Ability Sport). The charity are breaking down barriers for people to participate in mainstream sport.  He challenges us to examine how we view people with disabilities and check ourselves when putting others into a box.  IMAS Manifesto - http://www.mixedabilitysports.org/mixed-ability-manifesto/ Anthony boxing - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DDwXfX6SRts IMAS YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBzZAHUBcqiU26v_fVPokAw  Laura James' YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/loraspaperheart - Thanks for the music Laura! @laurajamesmusic Find me on Twitter @FascinatePod This podcast was produced by Fascinate Productions @FasProd https://www.fascinateproductions.co.uk/fascinate-pod

Ryan is a theoretical astrophysicist based at the Institute of Astronomy in Cambridge. His work involves examining the atmospheres of distant planets with the ultimate goal of finding signs of life. Obsessed with space exploration since he was a child, Ryan followed his dream of going to mars by enrolling in the Mars One mission selection process. He’s in the final 100 applicants. Ryan is an avid scientific communicator, regularly giving talks, appearing on the radio & TV and also runs a successful YouTube channel Martian Colonist You can find him on twitter @MartianColonist or visit his website https://distantworlds.space/ This podcast was produced by Fascinate Productions @FasProd

Author of A FOREST IN THE CLOUDS: MY YEAR AMONG THE MOUNTAIN GORILLAS IN THE REMOTE ENCLAVE OF DIAN FOSSEY John has some incredible stories from his time in Rwanda. From being charged by a silverback to cuddles with an orphan gorilla, John’s time at Karisoke research centre was an eventful one! We also discuss his life once he left Africa, his work, his successful career as an artist and how he became the master storyteller he is today. You can find his book on amazon or his website: https://jdfowler7.wixsite.com/forest-in-the-clouds Twitter: @JohnDFowler    Reach out to me @FascinatePod Leave a review if you liked it and don’t forget to subscribe!

Claire is the matriarch of the frugal family. Built on the 4 pillars; People, Planet, Pocket & Parenting, she's bursting with ideas and recommendations on how to live a greener, cleaner life without the hefty price tag you may think comes along with it.  Learn all about the work she does on her website and blog: www.thefrugalfamily.co.uk Or keep up to date on twitter  @thefrugalfamily

Director of the Action & Research Centre at the RSA, Anthony Painter discusses his proposal for bringing Universal Basic Income into the UK.  He alleviates many of my concerns as we discuss a host of factors that are involved with the introduction of UBI. There is a huge body of evidence supporting what he is saying so I encourage you to look it up and continue the conversation. Is UBI a good place to look for answers when trying to fix our societies problems? I think it has legs. If you don't agree, tell me what you think would work better on Twitter @FascinatePod Get in touch with Anthony & find out more about the RSA at @anthonypainter or @theRSAorg or https://www.thersa.org/  Here is the proposal we discuss: https://www.thersa.org/discover/publications-and-articles/reports/pathways-to-universal-basic-income-the-case-for-a-universal-basic-opportunity-fund We also discussed Andrew Yang over in the states, check him out on YouTube or Twitter: @AndrewYangVFA

CEO of Drug Science, The Independent Scientific Committee on Drugs, discusses the effect our current drug policy is having and why it needs to be changed to a policy backed by evidence.  Drug Science - http://www.drugscience.org.uk/ Clark French - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J61tDSa76ao&t=18s Prof. David Nutt - https://twitter.com/ProfDavidNutt  A Framework for a regulated market for cannabis in the UK- https://www.tdpf.org.uk/sites/default/files/A_framework_for_a_regulated_market_for_cannabis_in_the_UK.pdf

Dr Belham now applies her neuroscience expertise to improve social mobility through education. Working with the social enterprise Seneca Learning, they offer a free platform to schools, teachers and students enabling them to learn and study in a more effective way. She speaks about revision and learning techniques, how age effects learning, brain care and much more.   https://www.senecalearning.com/  To get in touch, Email her at Flavia@seneca.io @FlaviaBelhamPhD @SenecaLearn @FascinatePod

Sam is joined by Dino Hodzovic & Beth Keeble.  They share their expertise in all things health and fitness while their infectious optimism and positive outlook will have you smiling all the way to the gym... Or on a mindful walk  Mindfulness, weight loss, exercise and education are all discussed, as well as their new book, 'The Pre7ty Simple Principals of Weight Loss: A mindful method to living a healthy, happy and totally awesome life'. Twitter: @pre7tysimple #SecretPressUpClub Website: pre7tysimple.com  Check out their book here: https://amzn.to/2PkReiO 

Susan lectures in primate conservation at Oxford Brookes University. She is a co-director of the Borneo Nature Foundation and vice-chair of the IUCN Primate Specialist Group Section on Small Apes. Gibbons are the focus of a lot of Susan's research and work. She works to fight against the devastating impact trafficking and loss of habitat are having on the wildlife population. As well as this we discuss a whole host of conservation issues including the ethical questions surrounding zoos & palm oil. For more information visit- https://gibbons.asia/ & www.borneonaturefoundation.org Twitter- @IUCN_Gibbon @BorneoNature @DrSusanCheyne @FascinatePod

Ellis is a performance psychologist. She talks about why we procrastinate, how to deal with pressure, stand up comedy and giving speeches. http://www.eclecticperformance.com/ Twitter: @EllisEPfind me: @FascinatePod

Nick Tustin is a mental health expert, he opened a clinical psychology practise over a decade ago and now runs the company WeParent. Their mission is to give children (and their parents) the tools to avoid mental health issues later in life. Twitter & Facebook: @WeParentUK Website: www.WeParent.co.uk

Sam talks to archaeologist Dr Kate Faccia