The Wild Eye Podcast
The Wild Eye Podcast is hosted by Gerry van der Walt and the Wild Eye team. We bring you conversations, interviews, and Q&A sessions focused on travel, safaris and photography. Join our online community and let us change the way you see the world!
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 26 minutes
- Episodes
- 210
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
#485 - Social structures of African carnivores
In this episode Gerry looks at the social structures of some of the African carnivores you might see on your next safari. This includes, lions, hyena, leopard and wild dog.
#484 - Nature photography and delayed gratification
In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on delayed gratification in nature photography and how it can help you to stay in the moment while you're out in the field.
#483 - Daniel Greyvenstein
In this episode Gerry has a conversation with Daniel Greyvenstein who is the newest member of the Wild Eye guiding team.
Make sure to follw Daniel on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/daniel_wil…
#482 - Nature photography with an iPhone
In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on using your iPhone as a dedicated camera on your next nature photography trip.
#481 - Thoughts on wildlife photography
In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on wildlife photography ranging from competitions and animal behaviour to choosing the images that works.
#480 - Wildlife and nature photography with OM System
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.
#479 - Clothing for safaris and expeditions
In this episode Gerry and Johan share some thoughts on the different types of clothing you might need for your next safari or expedition.
#478 - 5 reasons why you're not a better wildlife photographer
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.
#477 - Using Lightroom on the iPad Pro
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.
#476 - Wild Eye Experiences
In this episode Gerry and Johan chat about some new Wild Eye travel offerings and experiences that we will releasing soon.
#475 - How do you approach your wildlife photography?
In this episode Gerry shares some thoughts on the different ways you can approach your wildlife photography.
#474 - Can I reserve a cheetah at 4pm?
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.
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#473 - Nature photography and experiences
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 Ge…
#472 - Photography competitions and photo guiding
In this episode Gerry explores the relationship between photography competitions and guiding photographic safaris.
#471 - Photography and travel trends in 2024
In this episode Gerry looks at some trends in both photography and travel we could expect in 2024.
#470 - A Svalbard Q&A
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://y…
#469 -Talking to AI about wildlife photography, travel and conservation
In this episode Gerry has a conversation with ChatGPT about wildlife photography, travel and conservation. We are definitely living in interesting times!
#468 - Safari experiences and photographic FOMO
In this episode Gerry touches on photographic FOMO and how focusing on the actual experience of your photo tour or safari only has upside!
#467 - An update from the Mara Triangle
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 a…
#466 - Africa's Big 5
In this episode Gerry introduces an upcoming series of episodes which will each focus on one of Africa's Big 5 animals.