Leopards, Tigers & Loss, A Wildlife Filmmaker's Journey | Nikhil Virdi | Moving Forests | EP- 33

What does it really mean to live with nature, not just visit it, photograph it or admire it, but truly understand our place in it?Wildlife filmmaker Nikhil Virdi takes us deep into India's forests, sharing extraordinary encounters with leopards, black panthers, tigers, elephants, king cobras and other fascinating inhabitants of the wild.But this conversation goes far beyond wildlife encounters.We explore what it takes to tell meaningful stories about nature, the realities of wildlife filmmaking, the challenges facing conservation, and how our relationship with the natural world is changing.From the forests of Ranthambore to conversations about climate change, plastic pollution and artificial intelligence, Nikhil offers a perspective on why storytelling matters and why humans need to reconnect with nature.In this episode, we explore:• Wildlife filmmaking and storytelling in India• Incredible encounters with leopards and black panthers• Experiences from the forests of Ranthambore• Understanding tiger behaviour and other wildlife• The realities and challenges of wildlife conservation• Human-wildlife coexistence• Nature, mental health and our connection with the natural world• Climate change and plastic pollution• How AI could shape the future of wildlife storytellingWhether you're a wildlife photographer, filmmaker, conservationist or simply someone fascinated by the natural world, this conversation offers plenty to think about. If you like what you hear/see, pls leave us a rating and let me know what I can do to make the show better.