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| Hope in the Mist: Tribute to Jane Goodall & Other Stories from the Wild | 06 oct. 2025 | 00:41:54 | |
In this reflective return to The Jonathan Benaiah Podcast, Jonathan pays tribute to the late Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE — a woman whose empathy, curiosity, and lifelong work with chimpanzees reshaped our understanding of the natural world. From the silence that swept across timelines the night the world learned of her passing, to the echoes of her influence still felt in forests like Kibale where “Chimp Empire” was filmed, Jonathan explores what her legacy means for the next generation of conservationists — one where communities, not superheroes, are at the heart of protecting the planet. He also shares stories from home: Uganda’s World Rhino Day naming ceremony ahead of the great rhino return to Ajai, and his own encounter in Mgahinga with the world’s youngest mountain gorilla — a newborn gripping tightly to its mother’s hand as family members watched protectively nearby. Through these stories, Jonathan reminds us that hope is still alive in the wild, even in a world shadowed by conflict — and that empathy, as Dr. Goodall so often taught, is where peace must begin. 🎙️ Listen now — available on all podcast platforms -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: jonathanbenaiah@proton.me | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan | |||
| Jungle Medicine — How Wild Chimpanzees Are Healing Themselves with Dr. Elodie Freymann | 08 juin 2025 | 01:33:08 | |
Deep in the jungles of Uganda, wild chimpanzees are doing the unthinkable — self-medicating in ways that most of us thought impossible. In this groundbreaking episode, Jonathan Benaiah sits down with Dr. Elodie Freymann — primatologist, science storyteller, and member of The Explorers Club — to discuss her astonishing paper on how wild apes engage in intentional, intelligent self-care. What does this mean for our understanding of evolution, medicine, and animal cognition? Could the secrets to future cures lie in the wisdom of the forest? And how might this shape the future of conservation? Listen in for one of the most thought-provoking conversations of the year — right here on The Jonathan Benaiah Podcast, with nuggets featuring on The Africa Safari Podcast. Don't want to just listen but also watch this episode? Access the video version here https://bit.ly/3HuTcJe -------------------- Links to Elodie's work and the Budongo Team: https://bit.ly/4mW8AyE https://bit.ly/4dPX5o1 -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan | |||
| Trailer: Jungle Medicine — How Wild Chimpanzees Are Healing Themselves with Dr. Elodie Freymann | 02 juin 2025 | 00:03:49 | |
Deep in the jungles of Uganda, wild chimpanzees are doing the unthinkable — self-medicating in ways that most of us thought impossible. In this groundbreaking episode, Jonathan Benaiah sits down with Dr. Elodie Freymann — primatologist, science storyteller, and member of The Explorers Club — to discuss her astonishing paper on how wild apes engage in intentional, intelligent self-care. What does this mean for our understanding of evolution, medicine, and animal cognition? Could the secrets to future cures lie in the wisdom of the forest? And how might this shape the future of conservation? Listen in for one of the most thought-provoking conversations of the year — right here on The Jonathan Benaiah Podcast, with nuggets featuring on The Africa Safari Podcast. The Episode premieres Sunday, 8th June 2025 -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan | |||
| Buganda Series Ep 7 - Married To A King Who Disappeared 140 Years Ago | 20 avr. 2025 | 00:39:06 | |
Welcome to Episode 7 of our 7-part series on the history of the Great Kingdom of Buganda. We are filming inside an ancient palace—now a royal tomb—the final resting place of four Great African Kings—The Kasubi Royal Tombs. This series uncovers Buganda’s history, royalty, spirituality, conservation, and the restoration of the Kasubi Tombs. My curiosity runs deep, and their ancestral knowledge will challenge what we think we know—while also opening up doors to the unknown. It is going to be a long journey back in time, so you’ll want to settle right in. In this seventh and final segment, I ask a few final questions to two of the many wives of the Great Kings living at this World Heritage Site. They share insights into the lives of the wives of the Great Kings and some wisdom for the future. Featured Guests: Katikkiro Nkalubo David - Prime Minister Of Kasubi Royal Tombs Nassaza Diiro - Ssekabaka Muteesa I's Wife Bakazikubaawo - Ssekabaka Danieri Mwanga II's Wife ENJOY! -------------------- Access the full series in video form with subtitles for the vernacular: https://bit.ly/43QvfoS -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan | |||
| Buganda Series Ep 6 - African Spirituality + Tourism And Conservation At Kasubi Tombs | 20 avr. 2025 | 01:04:50 | |
Welcome to Episode 6 of our 7-part series on the history of the Great Kingdom of Buganda. We are filming inside an ancient palace—now a royal tomb—the final resting place of four Great African Kings—The Kasubi Royal Tombs. This series uncovers Buganda’s history, royalty, spirituality, conservation, and the restoration of the Kasubi Tombs. My curiosity runs deep, and their ancestral knowledge will challenge what we think we know—while also opening up doors to the unknown. It is going to be a long journey back in time, so you’ll want to settle right in. In this sixth segment, we wind up our discussion onf African spirituality in the context of Buganda Kingdom and also have a chat around tourism and conservation. Featured Guests: Ssekibuule Elvis - Court Historian & Tour Guide Lule Godfrey Ssemwanga - Ag. ED Buganda Heritage & Tourism Board Prince Joseph Mulondo - Heritage & Tourism Officer and Court Historian Katikkiro Nkalubo David - Prime Minister Of Kasubi Royal Tombs Albert Kasozi - Tourism Consultant & ED. Emeritus Buganda Heritage & Tourism Board ENJOY! -------------------- Access the full series in video form with subtitles for the vernacular: https://bit.ly/43QvfoS -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan | |||
| Buganda Series Ep 5 - Fire Destroys Kasubi Tombs + A Chat About African Spirituality | 20 avr. 2025 | 00:59:10 | |
Welcome to Episode 5 of our 7-part series on the history of the Great Kingdom of Buganda. We are filming inside an ancient palace—now a royal tomb—the final resting place of four Great African Kings—The Kasubi Royal Tombs. This series uncovers Buganda’s history, royalty, spirituality, conservation, and the restoration of the Kasubi Tombs. My curiosity runs deep, and their ancestral knowledge will challenge what we think we know—while also opening up doors to the unknown. It is going to be a long journey back in time, so you’ll want to settle right in. In this fifth segment, we talk about the fire that burnt this sacred site to the ground, and we also introduce the first half of our conversation on African spirituality and the indigenous religion of the Baganda people before the Europeans arrived and branded it heathen. Featured Guests: Ssekibuule Elvis - Court Historian & Tour Guide Lule Godfrey Ssemwanga - Ag. ED Buganda Heritage & Tourism Board Prince Joseph Mulondo - Heritage & Tourism Officer and Court Historian ENJOY! -------------------- Access the full series in video form with subtitles for the vernacular: https://bit.ly/43QvfoS -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan | |||
| Buganda Series Ep 4 - Royal African Drums, Barkcloth Making And UNESCO | 20 avr. 2025 | 00:57:28 | |
Welcome to Episode 4 of our 7-part series on the history of the Great Kingdom of Buganda. We are filming inside an ancient palace—now a royal tomb—the final resting place of four Great African Kings—The Kasubi Royal Tombs. This series uncovers Buganda’s history, royalty, spirituality, conservation, and the restoration of the Kasubi Tombs. My curiosity runs deep, and their ancestral knowledge will challenge what we think we know—while also opening up doors to the unknown. It is going to be a long journey back in time, so you’ll want to settle right in. In this fourth segment, we chat about royal drums and the king's music, the origins of barkcloth making, and make sense of what it means for Kasubi Royal Tombs to be called a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Featured Guests: Ssekibuule Elvis - Court Historian & Tour Guide Albert Kasozi - Tourism Consultant & ED. Emeritus Buganda Heritage & Tourism Board ENJOY! -------------------- Access the full series in video form with subtitles for the vernacular: https://bit.ly/43QvfoS -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan | |||
| Buganda Series Ep 3 - Kasubi Tombs Symbolism And Cultural Significance | 20 avr. 2025 | 00:53:25 | |
Welcome to Episode 3 of our 7-part series on the history of the Great Kingdom of Buganda. We are filming inside an ancient palace—now a royal tomb—the final resting place of four Great African Kings—The Kasubi Royal Tombs. This series uncovers Buganda’s history, royalty, spirituality, conservation, and the restoration of the Kasubi Tombs. My curiosity runs deep, and their ancestral knowledge will challenge what we think we know—while also opening up doors to the unknown. It is going to be a long journey back in time, so you’ll want to settle right in. In this third segment, we chat about the cultural significance and symbolism of this sacred site. Featured Guests: Ssekibuule Elvis - Court Historian & Tour Guide Katikkiro Nkalubo David - Prime Minister Of Kasubi Royal Tombs ENJOY! -------------------- Access the full series in video form with subtitles for the vernacular: https://bit.ly/43QvfoS -------------------- Connect with meEMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.meLINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan | |||
| Buganda Series Ep 2 - Restoring Kasubi Tombs - Architect Jonathan E. Nsubuga | 20 avr. 2025 | 00:52:21 | |
Welcome to Episode 2 of our 7-part series on the history of the Great Kingdom of Buganda. We are filming inside an ancient palace—now a royal tomb—the final resting place of four Great African Kings—The Kasubi Royal Tombs. This series uncovers Buganda’s history, royalty, spirituality, conservation, and the restoration of the Kasubi Tombs. My curiosity runs deep, and their ancestral knowledge will challenge what we think we know—while also opening up doors to the unknown. It is going to be a long journey back in time, so you’ll want to settle right in. In this second segment, I sit down with Conservation Architect Jonathan E. Nsubuga, for a chat about the 15-year restoration process of Buganda Kingdom's most sacred site. Featured Guests: Jonathan E. Nsubuga - Chief Architect & Project Lead for the Kasubi Tombs Restoration ENJOY! -------------------- Access the full series in video form with subtitles for the vernacular: https://bit.ly/43QvfoS -------------------- Connect with meEMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.meLINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan | |||
| Buganda Series Ep 1 - History Of The World’s Largest Hut | The Origins | 20 avr. 2025 | 00:43:35 | |
Welcome to Episode 1 of our 7-part series on the history of the Great Kingdom of Buganda. We are filming inside an ancient palace—now a royal tomb—the final resting place of four Great African Kings—The Kasubi Royal Tombs. This series uncovers Buganda’s history, royalty, spirituality, conservation, and the restoration of the Kasubi Tombs. My curiosity runs deep, and their ancestral knowledge will challenge what we think we know—while also opening up doors to the unknown. It is going to be a long journey back in time, so you’ll want to settle right in.In this first segment, we chat about the history of this sacred site and the great monarch who built it Featured Guests: Ssekibuule Elvis - Court Historian & Tour Guide ENJOY! -------------------- Access the full series in video form with subtitles for the vernacular: https://bit.ly/43QvfoS -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan | |||
| Buganda Series: Episode Guide (History, Royalty, Traditions, Spirituality) | 20 avr. 2025 | 00:06:04 | |
Welcome to our 7-part series on the history of the Great Kingdom of Buganda. We are filming inside an ancient palace—now a royal tomb—the final resting place of four Great African Kings—The Kasubi Royal Tombs. This series uncovers Buganda’s history, royalty, spirituality, conservation, and the restoration of the Kasubi Tombs. My curiosity runs deep, and their ancestral knowledge will challenge what we think we know—while also opening up doors to the unknown. It is going to be a long journey back in time, so you’ll want to settle right in. ENJOY! -------------------- Access the full series in video form with subtitles for the vernacular: https://bit.ly/43QvfoS -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan | |||
| Buganda Series: Trailer (History, Royalty, Traditions, Spirituality) | 20 avr. 2025 | 00:04:01 | |
Now Available. I produce a set of interviews in form of a 7-part series on the history of the Great Kingdom of Buganda. We’re filming inside an ancient palace—now a royal tomb—the final resting place of four Great African Kings.—The Kasubi Royal Tombs These tapes uncover Buganda’s history, royalty, conservation, and the restoration of this sacred site.We’ll explore spirituality and the myths at the heart of one of Africa’s greatest civilizations. The series includes the voices of the living wives of the Great Kings who governed this land over 130 years ago, as well as a dedicated segment on what African religion was like before the Europeans arrived and branded it heathen. My curiosity runs deep, and their ancestral knowledge will challenge what we think we know—while also opening up doors to the unknown. It’s going to be a long journey back in time, so you’ll want to settle right in. Access the video version of the series here with subtitles for the vernacular translations https://bit.ly/43QvfoS -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan | |||
| Nakibembe Embaire Xylophone Troupe - Uganda 2024 | 29 déc. 2024 | 01:31:36 | |
Today, we’re recording on location across the Nile River, in the Kingdom of Busoga—home to the Basoga people, an Eastern Bantu ethnic group. We are with the legendary Nakibembe Embaire Xylophone Group and I will be having a chat with them about the origins, style of play, and conservation of this unique form of ancient music. Here, the music of the African log xylophone is not just played—it’s lived. And the way the Basoga play it is unlike anything you’ll find elsewhere in East Africa. I first heard of the Embaire on a 20th-century BBC feature by Lucy Duran called World Routes. And several years later, we are here to retrace this journey. This is music-making in its purest form and its greatest sense, it is polyrhythmic and I am going to do my best to record it for you. So please use some headphones! -------------------- Directed & Produced By JONATHAN BENAIAH Lusoga Translations By MARVIN MUBEEZI Audio Dubbing By MWAKA GERALD REMMY Audio Dubbing By JONATHAN OKWII Featuring Interviews With RASHID NGOBI & NASSER KINOBE Logistical Support TONNY SEGEMBE SPECIAL THANKS TO THE NYEGE NYEGE TALENT AGENCY | NAKIBEMBE EMBAIRE TROUPE AND THE WONDERFUL PEOPLE OF NAKIBEMBE VILLAGE NAKIBEMBE EMBAIRE PODCAST EPISODE | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED © THE JONATHAN BENAIAH PODCAST 2024 -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| The Life Of A Wildlife Vet With Dr. Kia Martina | 08 déc. 2024 | 00:59:43 | |
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Kia Martina for the first segment from a two-part series on the incredible work that wildlife vets do. This special feature is recorded ahead of the International Day for Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Kia is the resident wildlife vet at the CTC Conservation Center, whose work I have followed and really been fascinated by for a long time. This is one of those conversations that have been long overdue and I'm sure you'll love it! -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Trailer: The Life Of A Wildlife Vet With Dr. Kia Martina | 07 déc. 2024 | 00:03:29 | |
This week on the podcast, I sit down with Dr. Kia Martina for the first segment from a two-part series on the incredible work that wildlife vets do. This special feature is recorded ahead of the International Day for Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Kia is the resident wildlife vet at the CTC Conservation Center, whose work I have followed and really been fascinated by for a long time. You'll enjoy this! -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| My Top 10 Africa Wildlife Destinations In 2024 | 03 nov. 2024 | 00:27:41 | |
In this episode, I count down what I believe are Africa’s top 10 safari destinations for 2024. These spots are not only breathtaking but capture the incredible diversity of wildlife, landscapes, and heartwarming experiences. We’re not just talking about the classic savannas but also a few lesser-known gems – places that have changed a lot since my last visit. I’ll share fresh takes on what makes each destination unique and what travelers can expect in the coming year. So whether you’re building a bucket list or just love exploring Africa’s wilderness, join me as we dive deep into the top safari spots to visit next year. -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Trailer: My Top 10 Africa Wildlife Destinations In 2024 | 02 nov. 2024 | 00:02:41 | |
In an all-new episode coming to the podcast this Sunday, I will count down what I believe are Africa’s top 10 safari destinations for 2024. These spots are not only breathtaking but capture the incredible diversity of wildlife, landscapes, and heartwarming experiences. We’re not just talking about the classic savannas but also a few lesser-known gems – places that have changed a lot since my last visit. I’ll share fresh takes on what makes each destination unique and what travelers can expect in the coming year. So whether you’re building a bucket list or just love exploring Africa’s wilderness, join me as we dive deep into the top safari spots to visit next year. -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Interview With National Geographic Explorer And Conservationist, Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka | 18 août 2024 | 01:41:38 | |
This week's episode is recorded on location, in Entebbe and it is a lot about us coming home. We explore the incredible world of Mountain Gorillas and other Great Apes as well as a form of conservation that works. I am so stocked to sit down with an amazing guest, one who understands them more than anyone I know around here; the CEO and Founder of Conservation Through Public Health (CTPH) and the deeply rich-in-taste Gorilla Conservation Coffee, Dr. Gladys Kalema Zikusoka. It’s for this that she has gone on to win numerous accolades including the prestigious Champion of the Earth Award from the UN. She is a national geographic explorer and has had her story widely covered in both local and International press. And in the beautiful words of UN Messenger of Peace Dr. Jane Goodall, my guest is a huge difference in conservation, and she is an inspiring example to both young and not-so-young people all around the world. Nuggets from this conversation will also feature on The AFRICA SAFARI Podcast. The AFRICA SAFARI Podcast is a sister show to The JONATHAN BENAIAH Podcast, and with several co-hosts from across the continent, we bring you an immersive safari experience from the comfort of wherever you are. Like the parent podcast, this too will soon be available on all major streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, iHeart Radio, Deezer, Castbox, Pandora, and more. -------------------- Engage with Dr. Gladys Kalema's Work INSTAGRAM: @gladyskalemazikusoka TWITTER: @DoctorGladys CONSERVATION THROUGH PUBLIC HEALTHY (CTPH): www.ctph.org GORILLA CONSERVATION COFFEE (CTPH): www.gorillaconservationcoffee.org -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Trailer: Interview With National Geographic Explorer And Conservationist, Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka | 15 août 2024 | 00:02:02 | |
This week's episode is recorded on location, in Entebbe and it is a lot about us coming home. We explore the incredible world of Mountain Gorillas and other Great Apes as well as a form of conservation that works. I am so stocked to sit down with an amazing guest, one who understands them more than anyone I know around here; the CEO and Founder of Conservation Through Public Health (CTPH) and the deeply rich-in-taste Gorilla Conservation Coffee, Dr. Gladys Kalema Zikusoka. Nuggets from this conversation will also feature on The AFRICA SAFARI Podcast. The AFRICA SAFARI Podcast is a sister show to The JONATHAN BENAIAH Podcast, and with several co-hosts from across the continent, we bring you an immersive safari experience from the comfort of wherever you are. Like the parent podcast, this too will soon be available on all major streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, iHeart Radio, Deezer, Castbox, Pandora, and more. This exclusive interview goes live this Sunday. -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Pridelands Wildlife Film Festival 2023 - A Chat With Fiona Tande | 30 juin 2023 | 00:52:26 | |
In this week's episode, I chat with Fiona Tande, a wildlife filmmaker whose journey started in conservation. We will discuss the world of wildlife filmmaking on the African continent as well as the upcoming Pridelands Wildlife Film Festival. Fiona is the director at Pridelands Wildlife Film Fest - Africa's first wildlife film festival now in its 2nd edition taking place between 26th and 29th July 2023. Today is the deadline for the call for entries for those who'd like to submit their films, so be sure to do that quickly in case you hadn't already. ENJOY! -------------------- Engage with Pridelands Wildlife Film Fest SUBMIT YOUR FILM: bit.ly/3NVjlBQ INSTAGRAM: @pwffest & @pridelandsfilms TWITTER: @pwffest & @pridelandsfilms -------------------- APPLE: https://apple.co/3NFdcda AMAZON: https://amzn.to/3NISKYM SPOTIFY: https://spoti.fi/3NKOfwX iHEART: https://ihr.fm/3AZFXtv GOOGLE: https://bit.ly/3LCWXdZ CASTBOX: https://bit.ly/3p5ooFC The show is also available on all other major streaming platforms. -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Uganda's Large Carnivores Strategic Action Plan 2023 - 2033 - A Scientific Chat | 11 juin 2023 | 01:14:19 | |
In this episode, I am excited to speak to Dr. Alex Braczkowski, a career conservation biologist and wildlife photographer whose work has been featured on platforms like Disney Plus and National Geographic. Also joining the podcast is Bosco Atukwase and Orin Cornille who are both field coordinators currently working with large carnivores in Uganda. We will take a long drive into the world of large carnivores and also briefly discuss the yet-to-be-launched “Uganda Large Carnivore Strategic Action Plan for the next ten years” ENJOY! -------------------- APPLE: https://apple.co/3NFdcda AMAZON: https://amzn.to/3NISKYM SPOTIFY: https://spoti.fi/3NKOfwX iHEART: https://ihr.fm/3AZFXtv GOOGLE: https://bit.ly/3LCWXdZ CASTBOX: https://bit.ly/3p5ooFC The show is also available on all other major streaming platforms. -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Trailer: Uganda's Large Carnivores Strategic Action Plan 2023 - 2033 - A Scientific Chat | 10 juin 2023 | 00:02:59 | |
On the podcast this week I am excited to have Dr. Alex Braczkowski, a career conservation biologist and wildlife photographer whose work has been featured on platforms like Disney Plus and National Geographic. I am also excited to have Bosco Atukwase and Orin Cornille who are both field coordinators currently working with large carnivores in Uganda. And we will take a long drive into the world of large carnivores and also briefly discuss the yet-to-be-launched “Uganda Large Carnivore Strategic Action Plan for the next ten years”. And if you are looking for a spoiler, we will also have an exclusive sneak peek into the latest statistics for both lions and leopards in Uganda from a census that this team has been carrying out in several of the country’s protected areas. So you will surely want to tune in this Sunday.
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| I Need Some Help! The JONATHAN BENAIAH Podcast | 08 mai 2023 | 00:36:08 | |
Now as you probably already see in the title, I need some help and the detail of my request forms this week’s episode. For the very first time ever, I jumped onto a YouTube LIVE broadcast to discuss the podcast and also twist things around a bit. Just a little bit. This week’s episode was delivered via a LIVE Broadcast on the YouTube channel. This is a repost of that broadcast. You can watch that video here https://bit.ly/3p6yN3Q -------------------- APPLE: https://apple.co/3NFdcda AMAZON: https://amzn.to/3NISKYM SPOTIFY: https://spoti.fi/3NKOfwX iHEART: https://ihr.fm/3AZFXtv GOOGLE: https://bit.ly/3LCWXdZ CASTBOX: https://bit.ly/3p5ooFC The show is also available on all other major streaming platforms. -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Trailer: I Need Some Help! The JONATHAN BENAIAH Podcast | 06 mai 2023 | 00:04:31 | |
Now as you probably already see in the title of this episode trailer… I need some help and the detail of my request for a favour will form this week’s episode.
This week’s episode will be delivered via a LIVE Broadcast on the YouTube channel at exactly 6:30 PM Kampala Time or call it East African Time (+3 GMT); which I believe should be 8:30 AM Pacific Standard Time and 11:30 AM Eastern Standard Time.
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| Campfire Tales - Stories About The Bagisu And Sabinyi People Of Mount Elgon | 30 avr. 2023 | 00:50:07 | |
This week’s episode is rather an unusual one. It was recorded at 4100 meters Above Sea Level, around the warmth of a campfire on a rainy and very chilly night in the mountains. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the lives, traditions, and history of the Gishu and Sabinyi people. I am joined by Alex one of the guides from Mountain Elgon National Park, a true son of the land narrates this mysterious story with its many contrasts. We will explore the uniqueness of this mountain which protects the world’s largest high caldera and still protects the world’s largest caldera base. We will certainly talk about the ancient ritual of circumcision as well as the more controversial subject of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). Our journey of discovery will also lead us to the story of Kintu who many know to be the first Muganda; but very few know to have been one of the sons of Masaaba, the most sacred ancestor of the Bagisu people. As the rain drops beat against our small iron sheet shelter and the sparks from the campfire fill the air, we will also learn about the linkage between the Sabinyi people of Mount. Elgon and their Jewish brothers from Biblical Jericho. ENJOY! -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Trailer: Campfire Tales - Stories About The Bagisu And Sabinyi People Of Mount Elgon | 29 avr. 2023 | 00:03:00 | |
This week’s episode is rather an unusual one. It was recorded at 4100 meters Above Sea Level, around the warmth of a campfire on a rainy and very chilly night in the mountains. In this week’s episode, we take a deep dive into the lives, traditions, and history of the Gishu and Sabinyi people. I am joined by Alex one of the guides from Mountain Elgon National Park, a true son of the land narrates this mysterious story with its many contrasts. We will explore the uniqueness of this mountain which protects the world’s largest high caldera and still protects the world’s largest caldera base. We will certainly talk about the ancient ritual of circumcision as well as the more controversial subject of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). Our journey of discovery will also lead us to the story of Kintu who many know to be the first Muganda; but very few know to have been one of the sons of Masaaba, the most sacred ancestor of the Bagisu people. As the rain drops beat against our small iron sheet shelter and the sparks from the campfire fill the air, we will also learn about the linkage between the Sabinyi people of Mount. Elgon and their Jewish brothers from Biblical Jericho. See you on Sunday! -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Storytelling For Conservation - A Campfire Chat | 23 avr. 2023 | 00:52:22 | |
In this episode, I sit down around the campfire with 3 guests (Evelyn, Brian & Brian Jonathan) to have a leisurely chat about the value of storytelling for conservation. This episode was recorded on location at Lake Chahafi Resort - Kisoro at the end of a 23-day roadtrip film safari. ENJOY! -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Trailer: Storytelling For Conservation - A Campfire Chat | 22 avr. 2023 | 00:03:39 | |
A new episode this week. Yeeeey! In this all-new episode coming to the podcast this Sunday, I sit down around the campfire with 3 guests to have a leisurely chat about the value of storytelling for conservation. This episode was recorded on location at Lake Chahafi Resort - Kisoro at the end of a 23-day roadtrip film safari. Be sure to tune in on Sunday. -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Creative Wisdom For Your Wildlife Photography & Videography Projects | 19 mars 2023 | 00:47:45 | |
This is an update to the podcast program for the coming weeks. I also share some creative wisdom in the form of 6 tips for creatives in the wildlife and nature space. 6 tips to help you execute better and get your content to that next level. ENJOY! -------------------- Vote for Kidepo Valley National Park here: https://bit.ly/3Jptx1V Daily Monitor Article on Kidepo's nomination here: https://bit.ly/3ZUc2xy -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| All About The Tourism Promoters' Club - A Chat With Jafar Ajena | 26 févr. 2023 | 00:28:21 | |
In this episode, I sit down with Jafar Ajena on the outskirts of Ssezibwa Falls. Jafar is a digitally savvy marketing and communications professional. Jafar and I go back quite a bit. We have been fortunate to work together in the tourism space and we are both extremely passionate about tourism promotion and digital solutions. It's these two related fields that we will be chatting about today. He also shares all the good stuff about the new Tourism Promoters' Club which held its first capacity-building session this weekend. ENJOY! -------------------- Keep an eye on the club www.tourismpromoters.org [Coming Soon...] -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| The Guys Driving Tourism In Eastern Uganda - A Chat With Juma Chebet | 19 févr. 2023 | 01:03:26 | |
In this episode, I speak to Juma Chebet, a native guide from the Eastern part of Uganda on why the region continues to lag behind in light of tourism promotion and development when compared to the western half of the country. Juma joins me from the slopes of Mount Elgon; a region that he knows as well as the back of his hand. He was born and bred in the east and is certainly the perfect ambassador for tourism in this stunning part of the country. We will also explore some of the bucketlist activities in Eastern Uganda and also shine the light on a new wave of tourism development and promotion that is now driven by youthful lads who are using photography and modern technology to change the narrative and put the region in its well-deserved place. ENJOY! -------------------- "When I Think Of The East" WATCH HERE: https://bit.ly/3KdvXmi -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Trailer: The Guys Driving Tourism In Eastern Uganda - A Chat With Juma Chebet | 18 févr. 2023 | 00:02:29 | |
In an all-new episode coming to the podcast this week, I speak to a native guide from the Eastern part of Uganda on why the region continues to lag behind in light of tourism promotion and development when compared to the western half of the country. Juma Chebet joins me from the slopes of Mount Elgon; a region that he knows as well as the back of his hand. He is born and bred in the east and is certainly the perfect ambassador for tourism in this stunning part of the country. We will also explore some of the bucketlist activities in this part of Uganda and also shine the light on a new wave of tourism development and promotion that is now driven by youthful lads who are using photography and modern technology to change the narrative and put the region in its well-deserved place. Alright, I’ll see you on Sunday. -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Is Hunting Conservation? - The Often Highly Controversial Topic | 12 févr. 2023 | 01:23:53 | |
Is Trophy Hunting Conservation? This week we have a respectful conversation with Jens Ulrik Høgh, an expert pro-hunter and outspoken defender of the hunting community, and Dr. Matthew Schurch, the Africa Wildlife Specialist at the world-renowned Humane Society International (HSI). Jens Ulrik Høgh is a seasoned hunting advocate and a hunter himself with experience in leading and participating in hunting trips. He's been involved in publishing hunting magazines since 1992 as both publisher, editor, and freelance writer/photographer specializing in guns and equipment, historical articles, and hunting reports. For the last few years, Jens has focused specifically on communicating the position of hunting to non-hunters through mass media in Denmark as well as internationally. He joins the podcast on behalf of the hunting community to help us understand how and why they do what they do. The Humane Society International (HSI) is an organization that stands up for animal protection in countries across Africa and in other parts of the world. HSI runs active campaigns to improve conditions for farmed animals as well as our own wildlife that roams the African plains. They address issues such as what they call inhumane practices and conditions revolving around animal welfare, illegal wildlife trade, threats to endangered species, the slaughter of marine mammals, the use of animals in research and testing, the suffering of animals for the fur trade, and more. Share your opinion below my tweet: https://bit.ly/3RVJfFJ ENJOY -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Trailer: Is Hunting Conservation? - Moderating This Often Highly Controversial Topic | 10 févr. 2023 | 00:09:32 | |
Is Trophy Hunting Conservation? This week I will moderate a respectful conversation with Jens Ulrik Høgh, an expert pro-hunter and outspoken defender of the hunting community, and Dr. Matthew Schurch, the Africa Wildlife Specialist at the world-renowned Humane Society International (HSI). Jens Ulrik Høgh is a seasoned hunting advocate and a hunter himself with experience in leading and participating in hunting trips. He's been involved in publishing hunting magazines since 1992 as both publisher, editor, and freelance writer/photographer specializing in guns and equipment, historical articles, and hunting reports. For the last few years, Jens has focused specifically on communicating the position of hunting to non-hunters through mass media in Denmark as well as internationally. He joins the podcast on behalf of the hunting community to help us understand how and why they do what they do. The Humane Society International (HSI) is an organization that stands up for animal protection in countries across Africa and in other parts of the world. HSI runs active campaigns to improve conditions for farmed animals as well as our own wildlife that roams the African plains. They address issues such as what they call inhumane practices and conditions revolving around animal welfare, illegal wildlife trade, threats to endangered species, the slaughter of marine mammals, the use of animals in research and testing, the suffering of animals for the fur trade, and more. This is a fascinating one. Be sure to tune in this Sunday for what should be, both an educative but also loaded discussion. -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| 69 Years Since The Ernest Hemingway Plane Crash In Uganda’s Murchison Falls National Park | 27 janv. 2023 | 00:36:40 | |
On this day 69 years ago, the fateful plane crash that involved American journo and novelist, Ernest Hemingway and his wife, Mary Welsh Hemingway in Murchison Falls National Park made headlines around the world. But the story was even crazier Hemingway, a tall, powerfully built man often wore a mustache and was a man of action as well as a writer of action stories. He’d covered both the Spanish Civil War and both the First World War and Second World War as a correspondent. He was well-celebrated across the globe. That fateful day of January 25, 1954, the chartered plane carrying the novelist and his wife on a sightseeing trip cracked up in the wilds near the Murchison Waterfalls a couple of moments after failing to land in Masindi for routine refueling. The area where they crashed was one of the most inaccessible spots in Uganda dominated by crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, lions, and other big game but also one of the most beautiful. The news made headlines across the globe, as the famous scribe and his wife were feared dead. Obviously, no one imagined they’d have escaped the crash and if they had; the wilderness wouldn’t have spared them. Long story short, the duo were fortunately found and rescued by a launch-trip taking tourists to the falls. They would, later on, be transferred to Butiaba, on the shores of present-day Lake Albert, where they boarded an evacuation plane destined for Nairobi, Kenya. Shortly after take-off, that plane caught fire and plunged to the ground as well. Quite shockingly, everyone on board escaped alive but it’s reported that Ernest sustained brain and spinal injuries that he would live with for the rest of his life. A police rescue party then transferred the Hemingways to Masindi Hotel, which if you didn’t know, is Uganda’s oldest hotel. And to this day, you are able to visit the room he stayed in, lightly conserved but more like it looked several years ago. As a result of Hemingway’s life-cheating story, several foreign tourists flocked to Uganda’s Murchison Falls National Park. And you might just say… that’s still the case. Well although he’d proved immortal, Ernest Hemingway was found dead of a shotgun wound in the head at his home 7 years after the double-crash. His wife, Mary, said that he had killed himself accidentally while cleaning the weapon. What a life! -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Travel And Conservation Trends In 2023 Plus What’s Been In The News This Month | 22 janv. 2023 | 01:08:08 | |
In this episode, I react to some news stories in local and global travel including this week's trending story of complaints about airport staff at Entebbe International Airport. I also react to the news of Uganda being declared Ebola-free, half of Africa's rhinos thriving under private ownership; the sticky story of Tanzania's Maasai population being forced out of their ancestral home in the Serengeti-Ngorongoro conservation region as well as CNN's spotlight on Uganda as one of the top 2023 destinations for travelers. In the second half of the podcast, I break down 15 trends in travel and conservation to look out for this year including the return of the Chinese traveler, the growing number of digital nomads, and why DR Congo's most famous national park is betting big on crypto. Watch the Eastern Uganda reel here https://t.co/c4zGRLuHut -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Accelerating Intra-African Travel - A Chat With Winnie Of #TheJustRiobaWay | 15 janv. 2023 | 01:01:38 | |
In this episode, I talk to the amazing Kenyan storytelling traveler Winnie Rioba, who you might know as Justrioba or the Mother of Passports. She’s done it all from solo traveling to leading intimate group trips around the African continent under her brand #TheJustriobaWay, traveling to over 40 countries across the globe. Justrioba joins me remotely from Nairobi in the 254 and we will talk about the big dream of a single African destination. We will discuss how to accelerate Intra-African Travel, as well as create a safe and attractive destination for Africans to spend their travel monies here and all that good stuff but also the challenges of exploring this incredible continent on an African passport. ENJOY -------------------- Follow Justrioba WEBSITE: https://justrioba.com INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/3QGkQ6w THE JUST RIOBA WAY: https://linktr.ee/JustRioba.Way -------------------- Connect with me EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: https://linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Trailer: Accelerating Intra-African Travel - A Chat With Winnie Of #TheJustRiobaWay | 14 janv. 2023 | 00:02:06 | |
I am ecstatic to have the amazing Kenyan storytelling traveler Winnie Rioba, who you might know as Justrioba or the Mother of Passports. She’s done it all from solo traveling to leading intimate group trips around the African continent under her brand #TheJustriobaWay Winnie joins me remotely from Nairobi in the 254 and we will talk about the big dream of a single African destination. We will discuss how to accelerate Intra-African Travel, as well as create a safe and attractive destination for Africans to spend their travel monies here and all that good stuff but also the challenges of exploring this incredible continent on an African passport. Be sure to tune in this Sunday! Watch the visualizer here: https://bit.ly/3QCxDqE -------------------- EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Gorillas In Our Midst - A Community Conservation Chat With Evelyn From Ride 4 A Woman Bwindi | 08 janv. 2023 | 01:08:20 | |
In this episode, I talk to Evelyn Habasa the founder and director of Ride 4 A Woman, a Community-Based Organization (CBO) in Buhoma that is a force for change; not only for the people it directly and indirectly touches but also for the mountain gorillas who live a short walk away in the UNESCO world heritage site that is Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This conversation will revolve around collaborative conservation and management, basically touching on community and wildlife relations using the case study of gorillas in our midst. Also some exciting news, we are for the third week running, Uganda's no.1 travel podcast. We are also among the top 10 Ugandan podcasts according to several sources on google and also ranked among Feedspot's top 15 podcasts to look out for in 2023 https://blog.feedspot.com/uganda_podcasts/ -------------------- Visit Ride 4 A Woman WEBSITE: www.ride4awoman.org EMAIL: ride4awoman@gmail.com -------------------- EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Trailer: Gorillas In Our Midst - A Community Conservation Chat With Evelyn From Ride 4 A Woman Bwindi | 07 janv. 2023 | 00:03:02 | |
This week I will shine the light on a successful community-based organization that is perhaps one of many best-kept secrets in the Ugandan tourism and conservation space. Join me on Sunday as I talk to Evelyn Habasa the founder and director of Ride 4 A Woman, a Community-Based Organization (CBO) that is a force for change for not only the people it directly and indirectly touches but also the mountain gorillas who live a short walk away in the UNESCO world heritage site that is Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This conversation will revolve around collaborative conservation and management, basically touching on community and wildlife relations using the case study of gorillas in our midst. See the video trailer here https://bit.ly/3GnTVHV -------------------- EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me LINK TREE: linktr.ee/ahajonathan PATREON: Join my Patreon and make a monthly pledge to support the creative work that goes into producing this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| 2022 In Review Part 6: Mass Tourism, MICE Tourism, And African Stories Told By Africans | 01 janv. 2023 | 00:51:34 | |
Happy New Year! And welcome back to The JONATHAN BENAIAH Podcast. In this sixth and final part, my guests and I will have another hot chat on mass tourism borrowing experience from the successes of Botswana’s low-impact tourism. We will also discuss the meetings and conference subsector as well as have a discussion on content creation with an outlook into the new year As we always say the podcast is available on all major streaming platforms including google podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Radio Republic, Pockets Casts, and several other platforms. NOTE: For context, if you’ve not listened to Parts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 of this episode be sure to pause this and go listen to those segments. -------------------- Don't forget to leave a review and rating on the podcast. That really helps the algorithm I'd like to also know which of these big stories and discussions did you enjoy most. Leave a comment or reach out through the contact details below. -------------------- EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me TWITTER: https://bit.ly/3Vy6VAq INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/3WEIAKr LINKEDIN: https://bit.ly/3Q2A7OC PATREON: Join my Patreon and pledge to support this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| 2022 In Review Part 5: Uganda’s Eventual Decision To Open Up Private Conservancies | 01 janv. 2023 | 00:13:07 | |
Happy New Year! And welcome back to The JONATHAN BENAIAH Podcast. In this fifth part, we chat with Leatile, Brian, and Bentique about one of the biggest conservation stories of 2022. Uganda's eventual decision to open up private conservancies; with big names like Space for Giants, African Wildlife Foundation, and African Parks mentioned in there. As we always say the podcast is available on all major streaming platforms including google podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Radio Republic, Pockets Casts, and several other platforms. NOTE: For context, if you’ve not listened to Parts 1, 2, 3, and 4 of this episode be sure to pause this and go listen to those segments. -------------------- EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me TWITTER: https://bit.ly/3Vy6VAq INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/3WEIAKr LINKEDIN: https://bit.ly/3Q2A7OC PATREON: Join my Patreon and pledge to support this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| 2022 In Review Part 4: Future Prospects And Whether To Decolonize African Destination Names | 01 janv. 2023 | 00:31:58 | |
Happy New Year! And welcome back to The JONATHAN BENAIAH Podcast. In this fourth part, we talk about new products, lodges, destinations, and prospects. The experts will let us in on some of the fresh experiences to keep an eye out for in the new year. We will also have a controversial discussion on whether our destination names should be renamed to local names or whether we should maintain the foreign or call them colonial names. As we always say the podcast is available on all major streaming platforms including google podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Radio Republic, Pockets Casts, and several other platforms. NOTE: For context, if you’ve not listened to Parts 1, 2, and 3 of this episode be sure to pause this and go listen to those segments. -------------------- EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me TWITTER: https://bit.ly/3Vy6VAq INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/3WEIAKr LINKEDIN: https://bit.ly/3Q2A7OC PATREON: Join my Patreon and pledge to support this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| 2022 In Review Part 3: Rwanda’s Gorilla Expansion Project And Uganda’s Mountain Tourism | 01 janv. 2023 | 00:21:18 | |
Happy New Year! And welcome back to The JONATHAN BENAIAH Podcast. In this third part, we discuss another big story of 2022 around Rwanda’s 255-million-dollar landmark project to expand volcanoes national park, the proud home of the mountain gorillas. We Will also talk about the yearlong campaign by the tourism sector in Uganda to diversify away from the contemporary wildlife safari and more towards other products like mountaineering. As we always say the podcast is available on all major streaming platforms including google podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Radio Republic, Pockets Casts, and several other platforms. NOTE: For context, if you’ve not listened to Part 1 and Part 2 of this episode be sure to pause this and go listen to those segments. -------------------- EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me TWITTER: https://bit.ly/3Vy6VAq INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/3WEIAKr LINKEDIN: https://bit.ly/3Q2A7OC PATREON: Join my Patreon and pledge to support this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| 2022 In Review Part 2: Electric Safari Vehicles, And Oil Exploration In Uganda’s National Park | 01 janv. 2023 | 00:28:28 | |
Happy New Year! And welcome back to The JONATHAN BENAIAH Podcast. In this second part, we discuss another big story of 2022 around oil exploration in Uganda particularly within a delicate ecosystem, the famed Murchison Falls National Park. As we always say the podcast is available on all major streaming platforms including google podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Radio Republic, Pockets Casts, and several other platforms. NOTE: For context, if you’ve not listened to the previous Part 1 of this episode be sure to pause this and go listen to that opening segment. -------------------- EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me TWITTER: https://bit.ly/3Vy6VAq INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/3WEIAKr LINKEDIN: https://bit.ly/3Q2A7OC PATREON: Join my Patreon and pledge to support this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| 2022 In Review Part 1: Wildlife NFTs, Digital Innovations, And Nature Conservation In Africa | 01 janv. 2023 | 00:26:57 | |
Happy New Year! And welcome back to The JONATHAN BENAIAH Podcast. Today I am joined by 5 guests, the most that we have had on any episode so far. In this six-part episode, we will be scheming through some of the biggest tourism and conservation stories of 2022 while providing some expert projections for 2023. From Ghana, I will be speaking to Kojo Bentum-William the publisher of the leading travel magazine, Voyages Afriq, who is also the Senior Expert on Communications in Africa at the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Joining the podcast from National Geographic’s number one safari destination for 2023 is Leatile Moses Kowa, an expert tour guide and travel agent who brings a wealth of experience from the beautiful destination of Botswana. Also speaking to me from Massachusetts in the USA is Aisha Mayanja, the newly appointed Focal Point for Uganda at the United Nations International Federation of Youth who is also the founder of Rural Tourism Initiatives a company managing Ewaffe Cultural Village. And physically on the mics and in the studio with me, I’m fortunate to share space with two seasoned experts in the Uganda travel and tourism space: Bentique Nigwomugisha is a tour guide and a nature photographer who runs a Ugandan-based safari company, the Africanbrownmat Safaris. And last but not least Brian Ahereza is the Business Development Manager at GoExplore Safaris, the winner of this year’s prestigious World Travel Award for Uganda’s Leading Tour Operator. As we always say the podcast is available on all major streaming platforms including google podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Radio Republic, Pockets Casts, and several other platforms. If you are reading this and aren’t subscribed to the podcast, please do that right away and also leave a star rating on the podcast. I really hope you ENJOY your time here! -------------------- EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me TWITTER: https://bit.ly/3Vy6VAq INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/3WEIAKr LINKEDIN: https://bit.ly/3Q2A7OC PATREON: Join my Patreon and pledge to support this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Trailer: 2022 In Review - Reacting To Some Of The Biggest Stories In African Conservation & Tourism | 29 déc. 2022 | 00:03:07 | |
Happy New Year! And welcome back to the podcast. Now in an all-new fire episode coming to the podcast this Sunday, I am joined by 5 guests, the most that we have had on any episode so far. And we will be scheming through some of the biggest tourism and conservation stories of 2022 while providing some expert projections for 2023. From Ghana, I will be speaking to the Senior Expert on Communications in Africa at the United Nations World Tourism Organization Joining the podcast from National Geographic’s number one safari destination for 2023 is an expert tour guide and travel agent who brings a wealth of experience from the beautiful destination of Botswana. Also speaking to me from Massachusetts in the USA is the newly appointed Focal Point for Uganda at the United Nations International Federation of Youth. And physically on the mics with me, I’m fortunate to share the room with two seasoned experts in the Uganda travel and tourism space. All 6 parts of the episode will be available on the podcast this Sunday. So be sure to tune in. Alright, I’ll see you on Sunday. WATCH VIDEO Trailer here: https://bit.ly/3voPwPO -------------------- EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me TWITTER: https://bit.ly/3Vy6VAq INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/3WEIAKr LINKEDIN: https://bit.ly/3Q2A7OC PATREON: Join my Patreon and pledge to support this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| 6 Tips For Aspiring Travel Writers | 18 déc. 2022 | 00:51:15 | |
On today's episode we are talking about travel writing as a passion, but also travel writing as a possible profession for those looking for opportunities, be it a side gig or a full-time thing. As one who has been writing for travel for the last 10 years, I thought I’d jump on the podcast to help aspiring travel writers turn their passion for travel into a career. If you've always dreamed of turning your love of travel into a career, then becoming a travel writer might be the perfect fit for you. I will try to keep today’s episode short and mainly focus on the question of “where do you start?” And I will share 6 foundational tips. Let’s just call this, the Travel Writer’s basic toolkit. -------------------- For comments and questions, email me at: -------------------- EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me TWITTER: https://bit.ly/3Vy6VAq INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/3WEIAKr LINKEDIN: https://bit.ly/3Q2A7OC PATREON: Join my Patreon and pledge to support this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Key Messages From The 22nd World Travel And Tourism Global Summit 2022 | 04 déc. 2022 | 01:38:26 | |
In today’s episode we talk about business and leisure travel, we talk Investment, we talk Small and Medium Tourism Enterprises as well as community involvement among other subjects. We feature comments from folks like Manfredi d'Ovidio, who chairs both the Heritage Group and one of the world’s most respected luxury travel companies Abercrombie and Kent. We will also have comments from Jerry Inzerillo who is the chairman of the Forbes Travel Magazine and is one of many persons closely consulted by the crown prince for many ongoing tourism developments in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. We will also hear from several other notable names including the heads of Marriot International, Radisson Hotels, Palace Resorts, and Hilton Worldwide as well as panels moderated by some of the most respected names in journalism including CNN’s Richard Quest who you might know from Quest means business, as well as Zeinab Badawi from the BBC and one of my personal favorites, CNBC’s Hadley Gamble. ENJOY! Video Version: https://bit.ly/3ulMUlt -------------------- EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me TWITTER: https://bit.ly/3Vy6VAq INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/3WEIAKr LINKEDIN: https://bit.ly/3Q2A7OC PATREON: Join my Patreon and pledge to support this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||
| Trailer: Key Messages From The 22nd World Travel And Tourism Global Summit 2022 | 04 déc. 2022 | 00:04:12 | |
The world faces countless challenges. It faces war in the literal sense, it struggles to live through the current economic recession and inflationary environment. The world faces rising sea levels that are swallowing up coastlines and villages, and at the frontline of the world’s toughest battles is tourism laboring to offer a breath of fresh air. These words are paraphrased from remarks by Julia Simpson the President and CEO of the World Travel & Tourism Council or call it the WTTC, which is a worldwide forum for the travel and tourism industry that held its 22nd Global summit in Riyadh Saudi Arabia this week. ---------------------------------- Join me for today's episode. As we always say the podcast is available on all major streaming platforms including google podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, radio republic, and pockets casts, and this week we will also have a video version on YouTube. Alright, I hope I will see you in a bit. -------------------- EMAIL: contact@jonathanbenaiah.com | ahabenathan@pm.me TWITTER: https://bit.ly/3Vy6VAq INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/3WEIAKr LINKEDIN: https://bit.ly/3Q2A7OC PATREON: Join my Patreon and pledge to support this show and several other content avenues https://bit.ly/3CcZTdt | |||