Breaking News: Steve Backshall Launches New Nature Podcast "That’s Just Wild"
A brand new podcast, co-hosted by BAFTA-winning adventurer Steve Backshall, wildlife biologist Lizzie Daly, and environmental journalist Sarah Roberts, is set to delight nature enthusiasts and podcast fans alike. According to a report from Podcasting Today, the podcast, titled "That’s Just Wild", will be released twice weekly, starting from June 3rd.
The podcast, produced by Fresh Air, promises to bring listeners jaw-dropping stories, edge-of-your-seat wildlife encounters, and plenty of laughs from the first-hand experiences of three of the UK’s leading nature experts. Each Tuesday, the main episode will feature survival tales and unbelievable animal facts, while Fridays will be reserved for a Q&A format where the hosts answer listener-submitted questions – from the sensible to the seriously strange.
In an interview with Podcasting Today, Steve Backshall said: "This is the podcast I’ve always wanted to make – wild stories from the front lines of nature, told with honesty, humour, and the occasional scar. We’ve all got so much love for the natural world, and That’s Just Wild is about sharing that passion in the most fun and fearless way possible."
The first episode, titled "Freezing", will feature Steve sharing stories fresh from an Arctic expedition – including ice diving, animal adaptations to extreme cold, and a close encounter with walruses. The Q&A episode will tackle questions like "Are octopuses aliens?" and "Should zoos still exist?" Lizzie Daly added: "Imagine wildlife, science and funny stories from expeditions in the field, all mixed into a raw and funny conversation… that’s this podcast. I love bringing science to life and this is the perfect space to do that in a truly engaging way."
Sarah Roberts also commented: "We’re wired to share stories – it’s how humans connect. This show taps into that instinct with wild encounters, narrow escapes, and awe-inspiring facts that help us reconnect with the natural world. And right now, we need that connection more than ever." Neil Cowling, Founder of Fresh Air, praised the podcast, saying: "That’s Just Wild is exactly what podcasting should be – smart, surprising, and wildly entertaining. It offers a high-energy, positive lens on the planet’s wonders, channelling our fascination with wildlife to inspire and delight."
The podcast will be available across all major podcast platforms, as well as YouTube and TikTok for ‘snackable’ clips from the wild. With its unique blend of wildlife stories, science, and humour, "That’s Just Wild" is set to become a must-listen for nature enthusiasts and podcast fans alike. As reported by Podcasting Today, the podcast launches on June 3rd, with new episodes released every Tuesday and Friday.
