Best University Of Exeters Podcasts (2025)

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From the Archives: Foliage Frenzy 42:56

3d ago42:56

42:56

Kathy Clugston prunes through the extensive GQT archive, which includes some much needed advice on all things Foliage. With 77 years of experience in providing ample advice, our various GQT panellists are more than equipped to solve your gardening conundrums. They provide tips on the best plants for a foliage border, banana plants that can withstan…

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Talking Bat with Adria Lopez-Baucells (Researcher & Author) 34:00

5d ago34:00

34:00

Adria Lopez-Baucells is a bat researcher & conservationist at the Natural Sciences Museum of Granollers. He carried out his PhD (University of Lisbon, 2018) on the Effects of Amazonian rainforest fragmentation on tropical bats using autonomous ultrasound detectors, which also resulted in the publication of his first book: 'Field Guide To The Bats o…

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Bangor: Second Chance, Shopping Lists and Hedgehog Gardens 42:52

10d ago42:52

42:52

How can you get a second season out of tulips grown in pots? What is the most natural and cost-effective way to add nutrients to my soil? How do you garden with hedgehogs in mind? Kathy Clugston and her team of gardening experts return to Bangor, Northern Ireland where they solve some gardening dilemmas. Joining her are ethnobotanist James Wong, ga…

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Wokingham Borough: Pet Friendly Gardens, Homemade Compost and Silly Advice 42:43

17d ago42:43

42:43

What's your recommended recipe for homemade seed compost? What makes a dog friendly garden? What is the most inappropriate piece of garden advice that you've received? Peter Gibbs and the panel offer advice to an audience of keen gardeners in the borough of Wokingham. Joining Peter are house plants expert Anne Swithinbank, garden designer Bunny Gui…

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Talking Club (May 2025) with Aileen Hendry 15:35

21d ago15:35

15:35

Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please…

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Braintree: Indoor Gardening, Rich Compost and Propagating 43:05

24d ago43:05

43:05

What would be your top tips for creating compost? What's the best way to propagate Lamine raspberries? What could I grow in very dry soil? Kathy Clugston and a panel of plant and gardening experts return to Ridgewell, Essex and offer advice to an audience of keen gardeners. Joining Kathy are grow-your-own guru Bob Flowerdew, garden designer Bunny G…

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Postbag Edition: Belfast Botanic Garden 43:00

29d ago43:00

43:00

Why are my potatoes so floury? How do you banish lace bugs for good? And what mysterious plant has the panel stumped? Kathy Clugston and a team of gardening experts explore the various locations of Belfast Botanic Garden. All while digging into the GQT postbag to answer your gardening conundrums. On hand with their wisdom and wit are ethnobotanist …

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West Yorkshire: Unorthodox Advice, Edible Essentials and Sodden Patches 42:38

1M ago42:38

42:38

What unorthodox advice have you heard as a gardener? What fruit and veg can I grow in a sodden patch? If you could take one bag of seeds to a desert island, what would it be? Kathy Clugston and the Gardeners’ Question Time team return to Bradford, West Yorkshire, to unearth the answers to your gardening dilemmas. Kathy is joined by garden designers…

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Talking Book with Dr Paul F Donald (author of 'Traffication') 45:56

1M ago45:56

45:56

Dr Paul Donald is a senior conservation scientist (Birdlife International) with >30 yrs experience conceiving, planning, funding & managing high-impact projects on a wide range of issues, & has published research in many of the world’s leading scientific journals. During this interview we take a look at some of Paul's previous work, his passion for…

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Twyford: Blueberry Dieback, Anosmia and Itchy Fingers 42:47

2M ago42:47

42:47

Why are my blueberry plants experiencing blueberry dieback? How can we prevent or treat an infestation of whitefly in an eco-friendly manner? Which plant have you been most tempted to steal and why? Peter Gibbs and a panel of plant and gardening gurus offer advice to an audience of keen gardeners in Twyford, Reading. Joining Peter are house plant e…

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Talking Club (April 2025) with Aileen Hendry 19:53

2M ago19:53

19:53

Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please…

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Ridgewell 42:13

2M ago42:13

42:13

How do I keep my gladioli coming back? Why are my hellebores covered in black spots? Why do my courgettes go mouldy so quickly? Kathy Clugston and a panel of plant and gardening experts are offering advice to an audience of keen gardeners in Ridgewell, Essex. Joining Kathy are grow-your-own guru Bob Flowerdew, garden designer Bunny Guinness, and g…

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Bradford: Buddha's Hand, Yorkshire Climate & Upcycled Ginnels 42:48

2M ago42:48

42:48

What’s the best time to sow and harvest up north? Why won't my Buddha's hand plant produce fruit? Can nematodes get rid of codling moth? Kathy Clugston and the Gardeners’ Question Time team head to Bradford, the UK’s City of Culture 2025, to tackle your trickiest gardening dilemmas. Kathy is joined by garden designers Marcus Chilton-Jones, Matthew …

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Clandeboye Estate 42:25

2M ago42:25

42:25

What’s soil type works best in terrariums? Want plants could I use to absorb the damp patches in my garden? Which unloved flower has a place in your garden? Kathy Clugston and her team of gardening experts visit the Clandeboye estate in Bangor, where they tackle some head scratching gardening dilemmas. Joining her are ethnobotanist James Wong, gard…

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Talking Bat with Dr Orly Razgour (University of Exeter) 46:55

2M ago46:55

46:55

Delighted to be chatting with Dr Orly Razgour (University of Exeter), who is an Associate Professor in Global Change Ecology, as well as Director of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion. Describing herself as a molecular ecologist & conservation biologist, Orly's research is applied in nature, aiming to provide the evidence base for managing our environ…

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Walsall Arboretum: Bonsai Trees, Shrub Roses & Favourite Plants 42:44

2M ago42:44

42:44

How do you keep a bonsai tree thriving? Should you risk moving a well-established shrub rose? And what’s the one plant you simply couldn’t live without? Kathy Clugston and the GQT team are back in Walsall, ready to tackle your most pressing horticultural dilemmas. Joining her are garden designers Bunny Guinness, Matthew Wilson and Marcus Chilton-Jo…

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Talking Club (March 2025) with Aileen Hendry 17:36

3M ago17:36

17:36

Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please…

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Vale of White Horse: Heuchera, Waterlogged Gardens and Hardwood Cuttings 43:08

3M ago43:08

43:08

What’s the best way to propagate Heuchera? How do i minimise the growth of my Wisteria and maximise flowers? Are there any low skilled gardening jobs that I could do? Kathy and a team of experts return to The Hanneys where they solve more gardening problems. Joining Kathy to answer the questions are fanatical plantswoman Christine Walkden, dedicate…

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'Talking Coexistence' with Dr Jonny Hanson (author 'Living With Lynx') 53:02

3M ago53:02

53:02

Dr Jonny Hanson @jonnyhhanson is a Research Fellow at Queen's University (Belfast), an award-winning social entrepreneur, & the author of the recently published 'Living With Lynx - Sharing Landscapes with Big Cats, Wolves & Bears'. During our conversation we look at various perspectives around the subject matter of the book, as well as other associ…

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Walsall: Rainwater v Tap Water, Caffeinated Ants and Daffodil Diaries 41:56

3M ago41:56

41:56

How do we get rid of red ants? Rainwater or tap water? How can I stay motivated in the garden when it's wet and windy? Kathy Clugston and her team of gardening gurus visit Walsall to solve some horticultural problems. Joining Kathy to answer the questions are garden designers Bunny Guinness, Marcus Chilton Jones and Matthew Wilson. Later in the pro…

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Shepton Mallet Snowdrop Festival: Anaerobic Digestion, Apple Maggots and Pyramid Orchids 42:11

3M ago42:11

42:11

Snowdrops - do you mulch, feed, or leave them alone? What's the difference between anaerobic digestion and aerobic digestion? How do I get rid of apple maggots? Peter Gibbs and the GQT team of experts return to Shepton Mallet to solve various gardening conundrums. On the panel this week are house plant guru Anne Swithinbank, pest and disease expert…

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Talking Animal Welfare with Kate Myers (Speaking Of Animals Outreach) 44:54

3M ago44:54

44:54

Know Better, Do Better! Kate Myers is the founder of Speaking Of Animals Outreach. Describing herself as a visual storyteller, film producer & author, Kate has worked for animal welfare her entire adult life having previously held numerous positions including being Executive Director of Washington State Humane Association. Speaking of Animals Outre…

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From the Archives: Planting for Wildlife 42:00

3M ago42:00

42:00

Peter Gibbs guides us through the GQT archive, which includes some much needed advice on how to make your garden more wildlife friendly. The GQT team have pruned through 77 years of questions and answers to reveal useful advice provided by our various horticultural experts. This includes tips on how to attract bats to the garden, advice on rabbit p…

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Talking Bat with Kit Stoner (Chief Executive of Bat Conservation Trust) 47:44

4M ago47:44

47:44

Kit Stoner is the Chief Executive of the Bat Conservation Trust (BCT) based in the UK, as well as Vice Chair of Environmental Investigations Agency, & a trustee of BatLife Europe. During this interview we touch upon all aspects of her working life journey, which started of in publishing, advertising & training, before moving into bat conservation, …

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East and West Hanney 42:31

4M ago42:31

42:31

Is gardening a solitary or a social activity? What could I grow up a garage wall? What do the panel expect to see in open gardens? Kathy and a team of experts visit The Hanneys to solve gardeners' problems. Joining Kathy to answer the questions are fanatical plantswoman Christine Walkden, dedicated botanist Dr Chris Thorogood, and passionate plant …

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Talking Club (February 2025) with Aileen Hendry 20:50

4M ago20:50

20:50

Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please…

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Talking Poland with Martin Bailey (Wildlife & Countryside Services) 57:15

4M ago57:15

57:15

Martin Bailey is the owner of Wildlife & Countryside Services, based near Rhyl (North Wales). He is an experienced ecologist & biodiversity consultant, specialising in mammals, wildlife habitat creation/restoration & environmental education. He describes himself as 'living in a wood, trying to be sustainable, ethical & helping people'. During this …

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Talking Club (January 2025) with Aileen Hendry 20:20

5M ago20:20

20:20

\o/ Happy New Year 2025 \o/ Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more …

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Talking Books with Ed Drewitt (Professional Naturalist & Author) 1:05:23

5M ago1:05:23

1:05:23

Ed Drewitt is a professional naturalist, wildlife detective, trainer, broadcaster & author. Dedicated to sharing the wonders of the natural world & committed to inspiring the next generation of nature enthusiasts, empowering individuals to connect with the environment. Ed has written three books, all of which we discuss during the interview, includ…

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Talking Bat with Dr. Rodrigo A. Medellin (The Bat Man of Mexico) 47:16

6M ago47:16

47:16

A fascinating insight into the life of Dr. Rodrigo A. Medellin (Senior Professor of Ecology & Conservation, Institute of Ecology - National Autonomous University of Mexico). Rodrigo's credentials are numerous & at the highest level, with multiple key positions held, publications produced & awards to his name. Find out more about Dr. Rodrigo A. Mede…

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Talking Club (December 2024) with Aileen Hendry 25:07

6M ago25:07

25:07

\o/ Christmas Special \o/ Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more ab…

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Talking Bat with Dr Rohit Chakravarty (NCF India) 54:21

7M ago54:21

54:21

Dr. Rohit Chakravarty works for the Nature Conservation Foundation (India) as a Project Manager (High Altitudes) where as a bat researcher he is carries out studies in different landscapes, predominantly the Himalayas of Uttarakhand & the Andaman Islands. A delightful conversation exploring his life story so far & his other interests, especially bi…

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Talking Club (November 2024) with Aileen Hendry 20:26

7M ago20:26

20:26

Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please…

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Talking Guano with Neil Middleton (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) 9:42

7M ago9:42

9:42

October 2024 catch up :-) ^o^ Something just for our podcast audience. Sometimes light-hearted, occasionally a little more serious! Here are some random thoughts from your Talking Bat host, Neil Middleton :-) Email address for feedback: [email protected] NeilMiddleton

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Talking Club (October 2024) with Aileen Hendry 14:58

8M ago14:58

14:58

Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please…

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Talking Conference with Neil Middleton & Guests 41:19

8M ago41:19

41:19

During the Bat Conservation Trust's National Bat Conference (Reading, Sept 2024) we had the pleasure of catching up with many old friends, & meeting some new ones. Here we have created a podcast which includes some of the many people we engaged with. Massive thanks to all, including the following podcast participants - in order of appearance, as fo…

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Talking Moth with Marc Holderied (Professor of Sensory Ecology) 44:27

9M ago44:27

44:27

Delighted here to be chatting with Marc Holderied (Professor of Sensory Ecology, University of Bristol) who is a sensory ecologist & bioacoustician, with strong links to bio-inspired engineering. His research expertise lies in the emerging fields of acoustic camouflage & biosonar navigation, with a passion for acoustic arms races & wildlife acousti…

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Talking Club (September 2024) with Aileen Hendry 21:58

9M ago21:58

21:58

Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please…

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Talking Bat with Danilo Russo (Professor of Ecology) 1:06:52

9M ago1:06:52

1:06:52

Delighted to have Danilo Russo here on Talking Bat. Danilo is a Professor of Ecology based at University of Naples Federico II, as well as an Honorary Professor of Ecology at University of Bristol. He describes himself as an ecologist, ethologist & conservation biologist, & he is also a former Chair of EUROBATS advisory committee. Danilo Russo Rese…

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Postbag: University of Exeter 42:10

9M ago42:10

42:10

How do I get red cedar root balls to spread? What gardening task do the panel find daunting? What are the panel’s thoughts about composting organic materials? Kathy Clugston and her team of horticultural experts travel to the University of Exeter for a postbag edition of GQT. While Curator of Horticulture Anthony Cockell leads Kathy and the panel a…

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Talking Photography with Laurie Campbell (Professional Natural History Photographer) 1:38:29

9M ago1:38:29

1:38:29

Laurie Campbell is an award winning natural history & landscape photographer. During this interview we cover his background, as well as many fascinating stories about his adventures & experiences. Laurie Campbell Natural History Photographer Otters - Ripples On The River book Trees For LifeBy NeilMiddleton

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Talking Club (August 2024) with Aileen Hendry 15:09

10M ago15:09

15:09

Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please…

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Talking Creaky Old Bat with Anne Youngman (St Cuthberts Way Ultra-marathon Debrief) 25:40

10M ago25:40

25:40

Anne Youngman was the Bat Conservation Trust's (BCT) first Scottish Bat Officer from 2003 to 2017, & is very well known & respected within the bat community, not only in the UK, but also much further afield. This is her 4th time on Talking Bat, & on this occasion we look back on her most recent challenge (a 100km ultra-marathon). A quick reminder a…

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Talking Bat with Kelly Sheldrick (Christmas Island Marathon Wildlife Fundraiser) 38:25

10M ago38:25

38:25

Delighted to be Talking Bat with Kelly Sheldrick (Citizen Science Program Manager - Conservation Council of Western Australia) ahead of her fundraising Christmas Island Marathon in honour of the 100 species that have gone extinct in Australia, including the Christmas Island Pipistrelle. All in all, this will help to raise awareness of biodiversity …

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Talking Bird with Dr Mark Avery (Author, Writer & Wildlife Campaigner) 1:25:57

10M ago1:25:57

1:25:57

During this interview we talk with Mark Avery whose previous roles include 13 years as Conservation Director at RSPB, as well as a former chair of World Land Trust. Described these days as a blogger, writer, author & wildlife campaigner, Mark has been involved with many important discussions at the highest level relating to the conservation challen…

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Talking Bat with James Shipman (Ecologist, Researcher & Trainer) 1:05:54

11M ago1:05:54

1:05:54

James Shipman is a BCT Pete Guest Award winner (2016) & highly respected within the bat community for his contributions towards bat conservation & training. Here we are delighted to be chatting with him about his career progression to date, as well as the forthcoming book (due out early 2025) entitled: Identifying Bats of Britain and Ireland - A Fi…

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Talking Bird with Alan Dalton (Wild Bird Acoustics Podcast & Artist) 1:07:36

11M ago1:07:36

1:07:36

Born in Ireland & based in Sweden Alan Dalton (@Blogbirder) is a life long birder who is highly respected for his artwork & acoustic recordings of birdlife. He has his own podcast show entitled 'Wild Bird Acoustics' which takes listeners through various sound inspired journeys, as well as opportunities to learn more about bird sound & behaviour. Al…

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Talking Club (July 2024) with Aileen Hendry 17:13

11M ago17:13

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Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please…

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Talking Creaky Old Bat with Anne Youngman (Another Ultra-marathon) 39:53

11M ago39:53

39:53

Anne Youngman was the Bat Conservation Trust's (BCT) first Scottish Bat Officer from 2003 to 2017, & is very well known & respected within the bat community, not only in the UK, but also much further afield. This is her third time on Talking Bat, & on this occasion we focus on her next challenge, this time to run a 100 km ultra-marathon on 20.07.24…

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Talking Bat with Steve Roe (BCT Vice Chair & BatChat Podcaster) 59:36

11M ago59:36

59:36

Steve Roe (Vice Chair of BCT & Pete Guest Award winner 2023) is the producer & presenter of BCT's award winning BatChat podcast. He gets many opportunities to interview people about bat work in the UK. This time we get the opportunity to turn the mic & interview him \o/. Find out lots about his back story (he started his 'bat life' early!) & achiev…

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