Sean's Wild Life

May 31 2024 45 ep. 59 mins 18

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Sean's Wild Life podcast project explores biodiversity, conservation, environment and our connections with nature.

Join as we showcase the importance of wildlife and nature in our lives, and talk with the extraordinary people dedicating their lives to protecting it, educating others about our impacts on the planet or just seeing the benefits of nature therapy for themselves.

Sean's Wild Life podcast is produced by Sean McCormack, co-produced and edited by Thomas Ntinas. Title track 'A Wild Life' kindly composed and donated by Mark Rose.

All costs of production have been self funded. If you've enjoyed this episode and would like to tip me by buying me a coffee you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seanswildlife.

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