In this episode of the Curious About Nature podcast, host Rachel Mills talks with Dr. Sarah Pye about her life's journey from sailing adventures to wildlife conservation. Dr. Pye shares her experiences of living in various parts of the world and how they shaped her commitment to nature. She discusses her work with sun bears in Borneo, her children's book series "Wildlife Wong," and her educational initiatives to connect children with wildlife. The conversation highlights the importance of storytelling in fostering a love for nature among the younger generation and Dr. Pye's ongoing efforts in conservation education.
Dr. Sarah Pye
Website: https://sarahrpye.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/author_sarahrpye
Saving Sun Bears: https://sarahrpye.com/saving-sun-bears
Wildlife Wong: https://sarahrpye.com/wildlife-wong
Curious About Nature is hosted by Rachel Mills, educator and founder of Buttercup Learning.
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What we discussed in the episode
Dr. Pye's Background (00:00:57) Dr. Pye shares her diverse background, from Gibraltar to sailing adventures, shaping her connection to nature.
Challenging Sailing Adventures (00:02:20) Dr. Pye recounts challenging sailing experiences, including severe weather and the positive moments at sea.
Transition to Tourism (00:04:04) Dr. Pye discusses sailing across the Atlantic, her time in the Caribbean, and the transition to the tourism industry.
Encountering Sun Bears in Borneo (00:09:34) Dr. Pye shares her experience visiting Borneo, encountering sun bears, and meeting Dr. Wong, leading to her conservation efforts.
Sun Bear Conservation (00:12:58) Dr. Pye discusses the threats to sun bears, including habitat loss, poaching, and the illegal pet trade.
Promoting "Saving Sun Bears" (00:14:54) Dr. Pye shares where to purchase her book and discusses her journey as a writer, inspired by her encounter with Dr. Wong.
Engaging Children with Wildlife (00:16:03) Dr. Pye explains her efforts to engage children with nature through storytelling, educational workshops, and the "Wildlife Wong" series.
World of Wildlife Online Club (00:20:11) Dr. Pye introduces her online club for wildlife enthusiasts and mentions resources for homeschooling parents and teachers.
Future Writing Adventures (00:21:52) Dr. Pye expresses excitement about her upcoming project exploring Australian flora and fauna.
Curious Kai Asks Why (00:22:08) Dr. Sarah Pye discusses her new adventure story series, "Curious Kai Asks Why," focusing on a young girl's quest for scientific answers.
Connecting with Dr. Pye (00:23:06) Dr. Sarah Pye shares details about her upcoming book and her efforts to engage children with real scientists through storytelling and education.
