Call Of The Wild
Nature is in crisis, and this affects all of us. The environmental challenges we face, from deforestation to climate change, are threatening our wildlife, biodiversity and ecosystems like never before. But it’s not too late. With education, science and collective action, we can bring our world back to life. Call of the Wild is the award-winning podcast that's dedicated to raising awareness about the critical issues facing our world. Join our host, Cel Spellman, a WWF ambassador, actor and presenter, as he teams up with wildlife experts and special guests from the worlds of the arts, science, culture and entertainment, such as Sir David Attenborough, Fearne Cotton, Richard Curtis and more, to explore the threats we're facing. Discover how choices around food, lifestyle and money impact our environment and learn how using your voice and holding our leaders to account can make a difference.
Episodes
Asa Butterfield's Call of the Wild
" It's incredible really how much life just bursts with this aquatic life: amphibians, birds - because it's all connected” - Asa Butterfield Actor and advocate Asa Butterfield takes us to the edge of a babbling stream to share one of his favourite sounds in nature. In this bonus episode of Call of the Wild, supported by John Lewis Partnership, he joins actor and WWF ambassador Cel
Asa Butterfield on road trips, safari close calls, and seeing a giraffe for the first time
“ I think the more we can educate young people to be out in parks, be out in the woods, keep them connected with the natural world, we need that because we're in such a crucial fight to keep what we have and if young people don't care about it, it will go.” - Asa Butterfield Actor and nature advocate Asa Butterfield joins fellow actor and WWF ambassador Cel Spellman in this speci
Liz Bonnin's Call of the Wild
" The minute you put your ears up, the whole mountain lit up with noise." - Liz Bonnin Liz Bonnin takes us to the mountains of India for her favourite sounds in nature. As a Wild Animal Biologist and Science & Natural History Broadcaster, National Geographic Explorer and President of the Wildlife Trusts, Liz joins actor and WWF ambassador Cel Spellman to discuss why she loves these sounds, her
Liz Bonnin on local knowledge, connecting with nature, and hugging trees
“I've been really lucky to be immersed in nature for my career and I've had the most magnificent life changing experiences where I felt myself connected to the natural world in a really powerful way. It's everything that we need."- Liz Bonnin Wild animal biologist and science and natural history broadcaster Liz Bonnin joins actor and WWF ambassador Cel Spellman in this special epi
Jacob Collier’s Call of the Wild
"There’s so much about the way the natural world is structured in terms of exchange of information which is so beautiful and profound."- Jacob Collier Grammy-awarded musician Jacob Collier takes us to the waters of the Arctic for his favourite sounds in nature. He joins actor and WWF ambassador Cel Spellman to discuss why he loves these sounds, and what they mean to him, in this bonus
Jacob Collier on the noise of nature, being present, and climbing trees
"When I first began to spend time in nature I was struck first of all by the quiet. It's extraordinary and all-encompassing" - Jacob Collier Grammy-awarded musician Jacob Collier joins actor and WWF ambassador Cel Spellman in this special episode of Call of the Wild, supported by Aviva. As part of WWF's Prescription for Nature campaign, together Cel and Jacob explore how nature inspires his
Prescription for Nature - with Harris Dickinson & Dr Sara Kayat
"The times where I've not had the best access to nature are the times where I often get most run down or mentally fatigued" - Harris Dickinson Did you know that just 20 minutes spent in nature every day can boost your wellbeing? The UK is experiencing a mental health crisis. From day-to-day stresses in our lives to anxiety over global issues such as climate change, we all need some help with
Leadership For Nature - with Tom Glynn-Carney
With the UK General Election right around the corner, it's time for our political leaders to step up for our world. That means it's crucial for us to make it clear that action on nature and climate is a top priority for us as voters. In this special episode of Call of the Wild, brought to you in association with Scottish Power, actor and WWF ambassador Cel Spellman digs into why it's so important
Saving Our Wild Isles – with Deborah Meaden, Nadeem Perera and Megan McCubbin
UK nature can be incredible but it’s massively under threat. In this special episode of Call of the Wild from WWF-UK, Cel Spellman is joined by some amazing guests to work out what needs to be done to Save Our Wild Isles. Deborah Meaden, Investor and Dragon, tackles why industries need to get greener; Nadeem Perera, TV presenter, author, activist and co-founder of the birdwatching collective Floc
Living Planet Report – It’s Time to Act
According to a new report from WWF, global wildlife population sizes have plummeted by 69% on average since 1970. The rate of decline is a severe warning that the rich biodiversity that sustains all life on our planet is in crisis, putting every species at risk – including us. Using this critical report as a guide, join host, WWF-UK Ambassador Cel Spellman and Mark Wright, Director of Science a
BONUS - Noga Levy-Rapoport
“We've changed so much awareness, but now it's a tipping point. We need to go, ‘right, you know, things are really bad but please do not despair’. And if you do turn it into action now” – Noga Levy-Rapoport Join Cel Spellman in a bonus chat with climate activist Noga Levy-Rapoport. Noga has led climate strikes across the UK and was also named in Forbes Top 100 UK Environmentalists for their work o
Identity – with Anjali Raman-Middleton, Noga Levy-Rapoport, and Alfie Bowen
To wrap up season two, Call of the Wild are talking about identity and how our sense of identity influences our relationship with nature - including how empowered we feel to bring about positive change for the environment. Join actor and WWF Ambassador Cel Spellman as he meets some exciting guests shaking up the environmental space. Dr Karen Bell from the University of Glasgow explains how environ
BONUS - Ellie Goulding & Richard Curtis
“We protect what we love. And so, you know, the more you fall in love with nature, reconnect with nature, the more you want to save it and protect it.” - Ellie Goulding This week’s bonus episode is another double-header. Join actor and WWF ambassador Cel Spellman and singer-songwriter, UN Goodwill ambassador, and WWF ambassador Ellie Goulding as they break down some of the biggest threats to our p
People Power - with Ellie Goulding & Richard Curtis
“I think it's just very important to remember that collective power is so, so strong. And when we all put our voices together, we really can influence people.” - Ellie Goulding With temperatures rising and nature at risk, it can be easy to feel a bit overwhelmed by the enormity of the crises facing our planet. But it’s not too late to turn things around. Actor and WWF Ambassador Cel Spellman explo
BONUS - Jayda G & Patrick Aryee
“We're doing our best with the tools that we have, and we're not always going to get it right. And that's okay" - Jayda G This week’s bonus episode is a double whammy. Tune in as actor and WWF Ambassador Cel Spellman hears how artists can try and reduce their impact on the climate from DJ, Music Producer & Environmental toxicologist Jayda G. Plus, Cel digs deeper into biomimcry with wildlife
Tech & Nature - with Jayda G
"The younger generation, they know what’s up. And it’s our job to really give them a leg up as much as we can.” - Jayda G Whether it’s our phones, laptops, or smart devices, tech is a massive part of our lives, and can be a fantastic ally to help us understand the natural world. But, due to the energy resource costs in making the gadgets we love, and keeping them runn
BONUS - Andy Cato
“I think that the change is going to start with you and I, and people going into the supermarket and people going into their high street chains and demanding better” From breaking down barriers in farming to the pure joy of growing a successful crop, Groove Armada’s Andy Cato joins Cel Spellman to discuss his amazing company Wildfarmed in this bonus episode of Call of the W
Food & Farming - with Guy & Geetie Singh-Watson and Andy Cato
“If we don't sort this out, there's no plan B. And so I really want to spend the rest of my days as an active adult trying” - Andy Cato Whether cooking at home or picking up a take-away, there's a deep-rooted connection between how we feed ourselves and the health of our planet. And how our food is being produced is a big part of that. Actor and WWF ambassador C
BONUS – Kevin McCloud & Iwan Rheon
“I always liked the comfort that nature gave me and the beauty of it. I'd probably feel more comfortable talking about trees than I do about houses.” – Kevin McCloud Call of the Wild are bringing you a double whammy. In this bonus episode, actor and WWF ambassador Cel Spellman discovers some home truths about building sustainably with designer Kevin McCloud, and actor Iwan
Home – with Kevin McCloud & Iwan Rheon
"We are part of a bigger ecosystem. We just have to love and respect it, that’s all.” – Kevin McCloud From the buildings we live in, to the nature that connects and grounds us, there are so many factors that give us that all-important sense of home and belonging. But with a changing climate, comes changes to those very places that are valuable to us. Actor and WWF ambassador Cel
BONUS - Fearne Cotton
“I think community is a big part of it. With any issue going on in the planet, if you can find people that share your concerns but also your hope, then what a beautiful, dynamic, amazing transaction.” From stargazing by the sea to the benefits of barefoot walking, broadcaster and writer Fearne Cotton joins Cel Spellman to discuss managing eco-anxiety and more in this bonus
Health & Wellbeing – with Fearne Cotton
“If there’s hope, that is going to propel you forward and give your action this huge sense of possibility.” – Fearne Cotton It can feel like there are a lot of problems facing the world today. Hope might be hard to find at times. Connecting with nature can help with that, improving both our physical and mental wellbeing. Kicking off series two of Call of the
COP26 Special – with Txai Suruí and Maisie Williams
“I'm here to defend the Amazon not only for my people, not only for my territory, but for life itself.” We need action, and fast. Ever since the first UN Climate Change summit 26 years ago, carbon emissions have continued to rise. In this special edition of Call of the Wild, actor, presenter and WWF ambassador Cel Spellman travels up to Glasgow for COP26 to find out wha
BONUS – Poppy Okotcha
“What brings me hope is the incredible power of the natural world to regenerate. When we step aside, so much can happen, I think that gives me hope.” With lessons learned from life on the river, former model, trained horticulturist and regenerative grower Poppy Okotcha tells Cel Spellman about how she has been trying to live sustainably, how we need to reframe the way we look at our na
Rewilding – with Poppy Okotcha
“It is a bit like meditation. It's spending 10 minutes in a day, blotting out the sounds of the human hubbub, and eventually you start hearing the natural sounds” Instead of looking at a problem that needs fixing, this month Call of the Wild looks at something that can make a real change for good. Rewilding. It’s all about bringing back the wilderness we have lost and how t
BONUS – Birdy
“I can’t imagine not wanting to be in nature.” Taking inspiration from nature, singer and songwriter Birdy tells host Cel Spellman about her music writing process and the steps she’s taking to live more sustainably in this bonus episode of Call of the Wild. Join the conversation on social media using #CallOfTheWild, and subscribe now so you never miss an episode. The W
Travel & Climate – with Birdy
“We talk about it now because it’s not a given. We do still know how to tackle the climate crisis and we do have time.” Climate change is destroying our world. There’s more carbon dioxide in our atmosphere than any time in human history and transport plays a big role in this. In the UK
BONUS - Lily Cole
“It allowed me to glimpse a vision where we could still provide affordable clothing to the world, in a non-harmful way” Discussing the driving forces behind sustainable fashion and finding hope in a changing world, supermodel and climate activist Lily Cole joins Cel Spellman for this bonus episode of Call of the Wild. Join the conversation on social media using #CallOfTheWild, and subs
Fast Fashion –with Lily Cole
“What are the different ways we can express ourselves, in a way that are still within the limits of our planet?” Fast fashion is leaving it’s print on our natural world. It can take 2,700 litres of water to produce the cotton needed for a single t-shirt. And the production of textiles worldwide emits 1.7 billion tonnes of greenhouse gases annually. In this episode, actor and WWF
BONUS - Tanya Reynolds and Kedar Williams-Stirling
“A thousand people doing it imperfectly but at least they're doing it, that's what we need, rather than one person doing it all perfectly” Discussing their own relationships with food and the environment, generational differences at the dinner table and the joys of bare-foot walking are Tanya Reynolds and Kedar Williams-Stirling, stars of the hit Netflix series Sex Education. In this&n
Food & Deforestation – with Tanya Reynolds and Kedar Williams-Stirling
“I was eating all these things that had repercussions that were bigger than me” The biggest cause of deforestation is food production. And because of that, our food system is really a huge contributor to climate change. Up to 15 billion trees are now being cut down every year across the world. For this episode, actor and WWF ambassador Cel Spellman explores the link between the food on
BONUS – Steve Backshall
‘When you work together in millions, or potentially billions of people, then small things do have positive effects.’ In this bonus episode of Call Of The Wild, actor and WWF ambassador Cel Spellman speaks with wildlife presenter Steve Backshall about why he’s optimistic we can collectively solve the plastics problem. Join the conversation on social media using #CallOfTheWild, and
Plastic Pollution - with Steve Backshall and Georgia May Jagger
“If you’ve eaten seafood, you’ve eaten plastic” It’s time to talk plastics. Every piece of plastic we consume stays in the environment for up to hundreds of years. The sheer scale of plastics in the environment are dramatically impacting ocean wildlife and human health. For this episode, actor and WWF ambassador Cel Spellman explores the plastic problem, teaming up w
BONUS – Sir David Attenborough
‘I applied for a job for the BBC to do sound radio, and I got turned down. A fortnight later, I got a letter which said, “we’re starting a new thing called television, would you be interested?”’ In this bonus episode of Call Of The Wild, presenter, actor and WWF ambassador Cel Spellman speaks with Sir David Attenborough about the changes we’re seeing in the natu
Exploring our natural world – with Sir David Attenborough
“If we damage the natural world, we are damaging ourselves, and we have been doing that without care for decades.” Sir David Attenborough is the ultimate advocate for planet Earth. At the launch of his feature documentary for Netflix, A Life On Our Planet, actor and WWF Ambassador Cel Spellman spoke with him to explore what’s at stake, finding joy in nature, and why there is sti
Call Of The Wild Trailer
We’re having an impact on nature like never before: polluting the skies and seas, burning up fossil fuels, and pushing nature to the brink of extinction faster than it can restore itself. But it’s not too late. Join actor, presenter, and WWF ambassador, Cel Spellman as he discovers how every one of us can make a difference in the fight to save our planet. In each episode, Cel meets a f
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