In Conservation With…

In association with:

Leica Birding and NatureCJ Wildlife

In Conservation With… is a series of Zoom interviews with some of the leading figures in the natural history sector. I will be in conservation with birders, ornithologists, biologists, conservationists, broadcasters, writers, opinion leaders and today’s big thinkers..

The conversations will be factual and intuitive as well as sometimes irreverent and downright silly. The topics to be discussed will range from birding and all that entails to conservation issues, art, music and politics. The ethos behind these sessions will be to leave viewers/listeners enthused and even more curious about our natural world.

Join The Urban Birder World Community here and enjoy the full-length interviews including exclusive Q&A’s!

New guests to be announced on a regular basis

NEW DATES COMING SOON

Join in the conservation!

New guests to be announced on a regular basis

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Joe Shute Monday 8 April 7pm BST

Topic: It's a Rat's life!

Joe is an author and national newspaper journalist. He is a nature columnist and regular contributor to the Daily Telegraph; and writes for other national publications including The Independent and i newspaper. His books include Stowaway: the disreputable exploits of the rat, Forecast: a diary of the lost seasons and A Shadow Above: the fall and rise of the raven (all published by Bloomsbury). He is also currently a post-graduate researcher funded by Manchester Metropolitan University's Leverhulme Unit for the Design of Cities of the Future and the Centre for Place Writing.  There is more to rats than what meets the eye!
FREE
Lira Valencia Tuesday 9 April 7pm BST

Topic: Normalising the urban wildlife experience

Born and raised in Croydon, South London, Lira sheds light on the importance of nature connection in urban communities. Through her work as an urban wetland’s ranger and wildlife content creator, she normalises exploring wildlife in the city. Against the odds, Lira grew up fascinated about the natural world and knew from a young age she wanted to work with wildlife. After completing her degree in Zoology from the University of Reading, she decided to move abroad to work with bird conservation NGO Birdlife Malta where her love for birds began. After returning from Malta, she created an Instagram @outsidewithlira, where she shares her new passion for birding and now has over 66,000 followers. She now gives talks, workshops and guided walks focusing on urban wildlife. Throughout her career, Lira faced challenges entering the sector and struggled to find others around her of whom she could relate to. It meant giving up many times and questioning if the environmental sector was for her. By sharing her story, she hopes to inspire others to step outside and to not give up on dreams that seem out of reach. Exploring the career of an incredible and resourceful young woman
FREE
MEETING NOTES

When booking a session please be aware that you will not be able to join In Conservation With… if you book within 120 minutes of the broadcast.

Please also be mindful of the advertised start of the sessions. Be aware of the time differences within your location in the world.

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How do I download the Zoom app? Go to https://zoom.us/download and click on the Download button under “Zoom Client For Meetings”.

Testimonials!!

David — what a huge pleasure to be in conversation/conservation with you last night! And my Mum turned up. And my dad later, too, apparently. And another Macfarlane I’d never heard of. So many people saying nice stuff about the conversation, and all of that brought out by your generous, warm, informal style & friendliness.

Loved it. Thank you, my friend. Next time in person, please. With bins and birds!

Robert MacfarlaneNottinghamshire 19 June 2020

I highly recommend attending the ‘In Conservation With’ webinars hosted by David Lindo!

Kareemah ChopraTwitter, 20 June 2020

Kabir Kaul is a bright, amusing and articulate 14 year old who has his fingers in many pies and it was great to hear him enthusiastically share his knowledge about birds and the natural world.

Fran BeeLincolnshire, England

Hi David, absolutely loving the webinar series, super idea at this time especially, what a thrill to be able to learn from such talented people on such an intimate forum. And able to ask any questions too! Nevermind the more than generous token payment or even free!!

Thanks so much !!

Fianna and MacDublin, May 2020

I loved the Darren Woodhead ’in conversation with…’ session; thanks for putting it on. In particular, it was a real treat to watch Darren paint, and I’d love to see more of that. The early notebooks were fun too, as was the ‘how I got here…’ stuff – but it was the watercolour moving on the page that fascinated me.

I paint watercolours myself, and have recently spent a lot of time sitting by a hedge, trying to paint the birds there – which makes me acutely aware of Darren’s observational skills, and controlled yet fluid mark making. Gorgeous to watch.

More, please!

Clare DiproseBath, England