Campfire Conversations with Brett Horley
S5 E12: Behind the Roar: A Conversation with Marnus Roodbol
This Campfire Conversation reunites Brett Horley with longtime friend and lion conservationist Marnus Roodbol for a fascinating discussion about Africa's lions, conservation on the frontline, and a career spent protecting some of the continent's most iconic wildlife. Together, they explore Marnus's journey from guiding in the Sabi Sand to leading lion conservation projects across southern and East Africa. The conversation delves into the realities of declining lion populations, wildlife trafficking, human-wildlife conflict, and the people working tirelessly behind the scenes to safeguard Africa's apex predators. Along the way, they share stories from remote field camps, close encounters with lions, lessons learned from life in the bush, and the resilience required to work in conservation. Marnus also shares insights from his work with the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) , one of Africa's leading conservation organisations dedicated to protecting threatened species, combating wildlife crime, and conserving critical ecosystems. To learn more about their work or support their conservation efforts, visit www.ewt.org.za . Whether you're passionate about wildlife, conservation, or love a great safari story, this episode offers an honest, insightful, and entertaining look at the people dedicated to protecting Africa's wild places.
