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Join Zoologist, Jess Newton, as she interviews Steve Nichols BCAv, the driving force behind one of the UK's largest animal sanctuaries. Hear hilarious tales, including those of the sanctuary's World renowned, (and rather colourful) Swearing Parrots, alongside heartwrenching stories like Jackson, the Mandrill monkey who fell in love with Steve and famous for his part in the Harry Potter films, or when the wildest of animals turned up in the form of Dehra the Bengal tiger, now that's a story t ...
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It's time to say Goodbye to Uganda our White Lion
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Send us a text In this deeply moving episode of Wild Conversations, join our host, Jess Newton, as she speaks with Steve Nichols, the compassionate founder of Lincolnshire Wildlife Park, one of the UK's largest animal sanctuaries. Together, they bravely revisit the heartbreaking decision to say farewell to Uganda, one of the sanctuary's magnificent…
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Send us a text Join our ever-enthusiastic host, Jess, in this poignant yet ultimately heartwarming episode of In Wild Conversations. This time, Jess sits down with Steve, the passionate founder of our beloved animal sanctuary, as he recounts a distressing period in the sanctuary's history – the time they were burgled. While thankfully none of the s…
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Meerkats arrive and we realise 'It's Simples'
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Send us a text Welcome to episode 12 of Wild Conversations! Join your host, Jess Newton, as she delves into the fascinating story behind the creation of one of the UK's largest animal sanctuarys. In this episode, Jess continues her chat with Steve, the passionate founder of the sanctuary, uncovering the surprising reason why visitor numbers were in…
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Owning a parrot for less than 24 hours!!!
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Send us a text Welcome back to "Wild Conversations"! In episode 11, our ever-enthusiastic host, Jess, dives deep into the heart of the sanctuary's daily dramas and triumphs with the incredible Steve, its founder. This week, a heart-wrenching tale unfolds as Steve recounts the rapid rehoming of a baby Blue and Yellow Macaw, purchased on a whim and s…
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Derren Brown and his magic house?
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Send us a text Welcome to another "Wild Conversations," where host Jess delves into the extraordinary stories behind one of the UK's largest animal sanctuaries. In this episode, Jess sits down with Steve Nichols BCAv, the remarkable founder of the sanctuary, for a candid and hilarious chat from the early days. Steve takes us back to the sanctuary's…
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A Backbreaking Episode...Sadly its true as Steve Breaks his Back!!!!
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Send us a text Welcome back to a slightly unexpected episode. Jess usually uses her clever wit to tempt the sanctuary stories out of Steve. This week? Let's just say Steve decided to test the structural integrity of his own spine. Spoiler: it failed. Hours before recording, he took a 'gravity-assisted shortcut' resulting in a fractured back. So, ye…
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Chocolate Thieves and Dusty Lungs: Parrot Pandemonium.
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Send us a text Get ready for some feathered mayhem in episode 8. Steve and Jess are back with a mix of hilarious anecdotes and essential parrot care advice. This week, Steve shares a truly embarrassing tale of a macaw heist, where a chocolate bar disappears en route to one of the UK's strictest vets and Steve has to fess-up. Imagine the chaos! Beyo…
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Taking a Funeral Directors advice...Or not!!
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Send us a text Episode 7 of Wild Conversations is a joy to listen to. Join your host, Jess, as she sits down with the ever-entertaining Steve, who's ready to unleash a torrent of jaw-dropping tales from the murky world of unscrupulous parrot traders where you will be astounded by the sheer horror of the tricks these individuals employed to offload …
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"Scrumpy Weekends and Screaming Parrots at the Sanctuary"
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Send us a text Join Jess as she dives into the weird world of Steve, the chaotic man who created this amazing sanctuary. In this week's episode, Steve takes us on a nostalgic journey, introducing the eccentric crew that would arrive on Friday evening armed with the famous Scrumpy ready for a wobbly weekend of aviary construction. —a motley bunch yo…
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Steve gets Naked for Charity
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Send us a text Alright, get ready for a truly eclectic episode! In this fact-filled adventure, Steve's world takes a bizarre turn when he's approached by a group convinced they've discovered mystical energy within feathers. Was it a genuine scientific breakthrough, or as Steve suspected, a full-blown cult? Hear his hilarious account of navigating t…
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The first of the swearing parrots arrive
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Send us a text Episode 4, Jess plunges into the captivating world of Steve, a man whose sheer passion and vision have a magnetic pull. His ability to inspire and attract people to his ambitious projects, regardless of the potential chaos, is a testament to his unique personality. You'll hear stories of how Steve's energy and determination have shap…
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Send us a text "Ever wondered what it's like to face the bright lights of television for the very first time? In this episode, your host, Jess, sits down with Steve, who recounts his hilariously nerve-wracking debut on a late 90s TV program, well before he even started building the sanctuary. Picture this: Steve, sweating like mad with nervous ener…
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Send us a text "Steve's relentless house hunt, spanning over 100 properties and 10,000 miles, finally culminates in the quiet village of Friskney, near Skegness. But the relief is short-lived. In this episode, Jess hears more of Steve's journey, from the unexpected discovery of his new home to the unsettling realisation that he might have made a si…
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Send us a text Ever wondered how a chance encounter can spark a life-changing mission? On this the debut episode of Wild Conversations, host Jess Newton sits down with Steve Nichols BCAv, the remarkable founder of one of the UK's largest animal sanctuaries. Steve shares the incredible story of how a conversation with a nun ignited the dream to buil…
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