# 476: Ian Wood - Badgers: A Photographic Mission

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Podcast: [F-Stop Collaborate and Listen - A Photography Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/f-stop-collaborate-and-listen-a-photography-podcast-223112)
Published: 2026-06-01T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of F-Stop Collaborate and Listen, host Matt Payne interviews wildlife photographer and conservationist Ian Wood, delving into his impactful work raising awareness for orangutans and badgers. Ian Wood shares the story behind his award-winning urban badger photograph, which sparked renewed public attention and activism regarding the controversial UK badger cull, ultimately contributing to policy change. He discusses his passion for conservation-driven photography, from rewilding land in Dorset to fundraising for the Orangutan Foundation UK, and offers practical wisdom about making a difference, the importance of passion, and the responsibilities photographers have when their work intersects with public opinion and policy. Throughout, Ian Wood highlights hopeful conservation stories and encourages photographers to follow their passion, build relationships, and trust in their ability to drive change.Links and Resources: Ian Wood Ian Wood's Instagram Ian's winning image on Wildlife Photographer of the Year Muench Workshops Support the show on Patreon Orangutan Foundation UK Badger Trust Protect the Wild Chris Packham Save Me Trust (Brian May) Gorilla Doctors Jane Goodall Institute Wildlife Photographer of the Year Ross Hoddinott (Recommended Photographer)

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