The Wild Eye Podcast

In this episode Gerry has a conversation with Mark Thackara and David Smith from OM System and explores the history, technology and future of the brand.

In this episode Gerry and Johan share some thoughts on the different types of clothing you might need for your next safari or expedition.

In this episode, Gerry and some of the Wild Eye guides share some reasons why you're not a better wildlife photographer and how you might be holding yourself back from growing in your craft.

In this episode, after just having returned from a PVT guided safari to the Serengeti, Okavango Delta and Cape Town, Gerry shares some thoughts on using Lightroom on the iPad Pro while traveling.

In this episode Gerry and Johan chat about some new Wild Eye travel offerings and experiences that we will releasing soon.

In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on the different ways you can approach your wildlife photography.

In this episode Gerry answers a guest email about the Wild Eye Mara Camp experience and shares some thoughts on a Wall Street Journal article about tourism in the Mara.Mentioned in this episode:Episode 467: https://wildeyepodcast.captivate.fm/episode/467-an-update-from-the-mara-triangleWSJ Article: https://www.wsj.com/lifestyle/travel/africa-safari-tourists-crowding-wildlife-d55b47e5

Nature photography and amazing experiences sit on the same continuum and being intentional about what you're hoping to get from your next adventure will make for amazing memories. In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on how experiences and photography fit together to create amazing tours, safaris and expeditions.

In this episode Gerry explores the relationship between photography competitions and guiding photographic safaris.

In this episode Gerry looks at some trends in both photography and travel we could expect in 2024.

As way to help with the preparation for their 2024 Svalbard Expeditions with Wild Eye, in this episode Gerry answer a number of guest questions.You can find the 'How to Prepare' video here: https://youtu.be/bJ671Mml6AA

In this episode Gerry has a conversation with ChatGPT about wildlife photography, travel and conservation. We are definitely living in interesting times!

In this episode Gerry touches on photographic FOMO and how focusing on the actual experience of your photo tour or safari only has upside!

In this episode Jono Buffey talks to David Aruasa , administrator of the Mara Triangle on how they are working together with the Greater Maasai Mara through a consolidated management plan to create an environment that will protect the Mara ecosystem and a more pleasant experience for visitors. If you have a y questions you can contact Jono at [email protected] learn more about the Mara Triangle you can visit: https://www.maratriangle.org

In this episode Gerry introduces an upcoming series of episodes which will each focus on one of Africa's Big 5 animals.

In this episode Gerry explores the question you need to ask in order to grow as a photographer and how to work with a photographic guide in order to be a better photographer.

In this episode Gerry shares some details on the three Arctic expeditions that Wild Eye will host in 2024. Links mentioned in this episode:Svalbard 2024: https://wild-eye.com/product/svalbard-arctic-expedition/Svalbard Trip Report: https://wild-eye.com/trip-report-svalbard-arctic-expedition-2023/Arctic Voyage 2024: https://wild-eye.com/product/arctic-voyage/Orcas and Northern Lights 2024: https://itineraries.wild-eye.com/Orcas-and-Northern-Lights/933115439083423637

In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on the different types of safari vehicles used in Southern Africa and East Africa respectively.

In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on shooting images or video on your next safari.

In this episode, Andrew Beck catches up with Alex Braczkowski, a conservation scientist, photographer and cameraman from Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa. Over the past ten years Alex has have filmed, photographed and studied African lions, leopards, jaguars, and caracals across three continents. Alex’s most recent science and film work explores assessing densities of lions and other carnivores in Uganda, the benefits of carnivores on human health, and mitigation strategies for human-carnivore conflict. Links mentioned in this episode:http://www.alexanderbraczkowski.com/https://volcanoessafaris.com/community/

In this episode Johan and Gerry have a conversation about private guiding, private guides, qualifications and safaris in general.

In this episode Gerry shares some ideas as to how you can the most out of your photo safari but being intentional in your planning.

In this episode Gerry share a few quick tips for low angle photography when you go on your next safari.

In this episode Gerry has a conversation with Caitlin Lindsell, junior travel consultant and the latest member of the Wild Eye team.

In this episode Gerry shares some details of the various different seasons in the Mara Triangle.

In this episode Gerry share some information on the different biomes and habitats that make up the Mara Triangle.

In this episode Gerry shares an introduction to and historical information on Svalbard as well as the difference between Svalbard and Spitsbergen.

In this episode Michael Appalsamy shares some information on his new series of posts in which focuses on the basics of photography.You can find the blog post here: https://wild-eye.com/back-to-basics-blog-series/

In this episode Gerry shares some background info on the Great Migration and what drives this incredible natural phenomenon.

In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on why going back to basics when planning your dream safari is something to consider.

In this episode Gerry has a conversation with Johan and Michael who have just returned from hosting our Incredible India tour.You can find Johan on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/johan_van_zyl_photography/You can find Michael on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/michaelappalsamy/Email the guides here:[email protected] and [email protected]

In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on why having a post-processing roadmap is something you should seriously consider in order to streamline your digital photography workflow.

In this episode Gerry asks "what images do you want on safari" and shares some thoughts on how you can prepare for your upcoming photographic trip.

In this episode Gerry shares some of this thoughts on getting ready for an upcoming safari to Kenya and Tanzania.

In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on direction in your photography and how figuring out what your photographic north star is will add massive value to your experience and photographic journey.

In this episode Gerry shares the audio of his recent presentation, called The Secret Life Of Animals, for BH Photo in NYC.You can find the video of the presentation here: https://www.youtube.com/live/NQP80sv-eCE

In this episode of the Wild Eye Podcast, Andrew Beck catches up with Dr Shivani Bhalla of Ewaso Lions.We are very excited about a currently unlisted conservation safari which Andrew will be hosting to Samburu in November 2023 which aims to raise funds for Ewaso Lions and several other organisations in the Samburu landscape.For more information on Ewaso Lions heads to https://ewasolions.org/For more information on the Conservation Safari we are running in Partnership with Ewaso Lions head to https://bit.ly/3EPY4nV

In this episode of the Wild Eye Podcast Andrew Beck catches up with one of the judges and long-standing members of the competition administration, Adam Bannister.For more info about The Greatest Maasai Mara Photographer of the Year competition and to submit your entries head to: https://bit.ly/3kC5LaE

In this episode Gerry shares a recap of the various episodes and conversations with the Wild Eye Team.You can find the link to all the episodes here: https://wild-eye.com/meet-the-wild-eye-team/ 

In this episode Gerry has a conversation with Wild Eye's finance manager, Elizma Rex.

In this episode Gerry has a conversation with Wild Eye expedition and tour leader, Luke Street.

In this episode Gerry has a conversation with Wild Eye co founder and director, Andrew Beck.

In this episode Gerry has a conversation with Wild Eye's business operations manager, Lara de Jong.

In this episode Gerry has a conversation with Wild Eye expedition and tour leader, Michael Appalsamy.

In this episode Gerry has a conversation with Wild Eye expedition and tour leader, Matt Yardley.

In this episode Gerry chats through what you could expect during a day in Svalbard should you join him on this amazing Arctic adventure.

In this episode Gerry asks where your focus is in wildlife photography with regards to shooting, your processing, wildlife and your ultimate goal as to why you do photography.

In this episode Andrew Beck, who just returned from the Congo, shares conversations he recently had in the field with Raphaël de Laage, Dean Oelofse and Nicole Mathesie. Raphaël is the senior camp manager at Congo Conservation Company while Dean and Nicole are two of the guides who work in this amazing part of Africa.

In this episode Gerry has a conversation with Wild Eye expedition and tour leader, Trevor McCall-Peat.

In this episode Gerry has a conversation with Wild Eye's sales and business development manager, Alistair Smith.