Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu
The Nature Diary with Tim Neary
Playlist by Weekend Breakfast with Gugs MhlunguJoin Gugs Mhlungu and naturalist Tim Neary as they take you on a journey through the wonders of the natural world. From wildlife encounters and conservation insights to outdoor adventures and eco-tips…Follow the podcast:
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Nature priorities for 2026
Ray White speaks to Nature Journalist, Naturalist Conservationist & Researcher, Tim Neary, about the challenges faced by the wildlife and agriculture sector, and what we need to do in 2026, to protect our environment. 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg base…
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The Nature Diary
Gugs Mhlungu chats with Resident CSI and nature conservationist Tim Neary, along with Maryke Masson, Executive Manager of Conservation Education and Communications at the South African Association for Marine Biological Research, about the recent recovery of another sea turtle and ongoing rehabilita…
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The Nature Diary: Inside the spiritual world of Waterberg Rock Art
Gugs Mhlungu chats to Resident CSI & Nature Conservationist Tim Neary and Prof. Lynn Wadley, honorary professor of Archaeology about the history of the Waterberg rock shelters and how they were intentionally transformed into ritual theatres by Bushmen and Iron Age farming communities through their …
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The Nature Diary: Nature in balance: Humans, baboons, and environmental challenges
Gugs Mhlungu chats to Resident CSI & Nature Conservationist Tim Neary exploring the complex relationship between humans and baboons. They also discuss the impacts of feeding wildlife, plastic pollution, and how these factors affect local water systems and ecosystems. 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gug…
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The Nature Diary: Learning about birds the easy way
Gugs Mhlungu chats to Resident CSI & Nature Conservationist Tim Neary and Doug Newman, electrical engineer & co-founder of Simply Birding about bird calling and Simply Bird Africa, a community-driven platform that makes bird knowledge accessible, engaging, and enjoyable. 702 Weekend Breakfast wit…
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The Nature Diary: Snorkelling & what to do in nature during Christmas holidays
Gugs Mhlungu chats to Resident CSI & Nature Conservationist Tim Neary and Michelle Morris, founder and owner of Tidal Tao, about their unique snorkeling guide tours, their mission to build environmental awareness, and their top tips for enjoying nature responsibly during the Christmas holidays. 70…
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The Nature Diary: What makes tuna the super athletes of the ocean?
Gugs Mhlungu chats to Resident CSI & Nature Conservationist, Tim Neary, and Maryke Masson, Executive Manager of Conservation Education and Communications at the South African Association for Marine Biological Research, about the powers of tuna and why people love it, before delving into its sustain…
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The Nature Diary: How Crane conservation empowers communities
Gugs Mhlungu chats to Resident CSI & Nature Conservationist, Tim Neary and Lara Fuller, Honorary Research Associate in School of Life Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal, about the current state of cranes in South Africa, ongoing efforts to protect their habitats, and the work being done to creat…
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The Nature Diary: Tim at large in KwaZulu-Natal
Nokukhanya Mntambo catches up with Resident CSI and Nature Conservationist Tim Neary, kicking things off with a fun guess about his location before tackling a listener’s question on Indian Mynas and discussing how rising tidal surges are affecting animals and marine life. 702 Weekend Breakfast wit…
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Unpacking the Southern African Feline Focus (SAFF) quarterly Briefing
Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Resident CSI & Nature Conservationist, Tim Neary and Richard Peirce, Wildlife Conservationist, Author and Producer, where they respond to a listener’s curious case of Indian Mynas nesting in a Soweto rooftop and mysteriously dropping their eggs. The conversation unfolds into …
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