Send us Fan MailLink for the show notesIn today’s episode, I’m speaking with Dr. Katie Thompson, Programme Director for Elephants Alive, a conservation organisation doing deeply important work to protect elephants in the Greater Kruger region and to help reduce human–elephant conflict in ways that support both wildlife and local communities.This is a thoughtful and hopeful conversation, but it also touches on the reality that conservation work can be complex and sometimes imperfect. Katie herself is vegan, deeply committed to animal protection, and brings so much care, intelligence, and compassion to this work. I’d really invite you to listen with curiosity and openness as we explore what it means to protect elephants, ecosystems, and the people living alongside them.There are a lot of places, organisations, and resources mentioned in this episode, so do check the show notes and the blog post for all the details. 🌴 Our Thailand 2027 vegan group trip is open!Join us for an unforgettable journey filled with vibrant markets, stunning temples, incredible plant-based cuisine, and meaningful cultural experiences — all with a small group of like-minded travelers.👉 Get Limited Time Early Bird Special Offer📬 Join our newsletter Check out our website | Check out all the podcast show notes | Follow us on Instagram