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Talking Bat

NeilMiddleton

Welcome to the Talking Bat podcast series from BatAbility Courses & Tuition. Every month we interview someone important, influential, inspirational or just darn right bat-tastic from the world of bats or from the wider world of ecology/natural history/conservation. These interviews are carried out in a relaxed, conversational style, as we dive deeper into the background of our amazing guests.

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#140
October 14 · 43 min
Talking Triathlon with Anne Youngman
Anne Youngman is back. She's getting stronger & going longer than ever before. Anne (formerly of Bat Conservation Trust) has just completed her first triathlon in Perthshire, Scotland. We are delighted to have her once again on the podcast, telling us all about it. Enjoy & be inspired! Aberfeldy Middle Distance Triathlon Bat Conservation Trust
#139
September 28 · 19 min
Talking Club (October 2026) with Aileen Hendry
Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please go to the following link: batability.co.uk/batability-club/ NHBS Ltd Our sponsors of BatAbility Club - NHBS Ltd - visit them here
#138
September 24 · 44 min
Talking Book with Dr Mark Ferguson (Perspectives on Wildlife Sound Recording)
Here we are delighted to be chatting with Dr Mark Ferguson, a professional wildlife sound recordist based in Northern Ireland (UK) & the author of the recently published 'Perspectives on Wildlife Sound Recording - An Overview of Modern Practice'. He studied music at Queen’s University Belfast & University of Manchester (2009–2014) before progressing to full-time doctoral research at University of Birmingham. His work draws attention to sonic relationships between humans, wild species & their shared environments Perspectives on Wildlife Sound Recording - An Overview of Modern Practice Mark Ferguson SoundCloud markfergusonaudio.com Bats Ukraine
#137
September 1 · 25 min
Talking Club (September 2026) with Aileen Hendry
Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please go to the following link: batability.co.uk/batability-club/ NHBS Ltd Our sponsors of BatAbility Club - NHBS Ltd - visit them here
#136
August 11 · 47 min
Talking Publications with Dr Guy Freeman (British Wildlife & CLM)
Guy Freeman is the editor of the highly aclaimed publications 'British Wildlife' & 'Conservation Land Management (CLM)'. During this interview we explore Guy's backstory, his career development and his life as an editor of high quality publications. British Wildlife CLM Wilding for Conservation NHBS Ltd Wild Justice
#135
July 27 · 15 min
Talking Club (August 2026) with Aileen Hendry
Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please go to the following link: batability.co.uk/batability-club/ NHBS Ltd Our sponsors of BatAbility Club - NHBS Ltd - visit them here
#134
June 30 · 15 min
Talking Club (July 2026) with Aileen Hendry
Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please go to the following link: batability.co.uk/batability-club/ NHBS Ltd Our sponsors of BatAbility Club - NHBS Ltd - visit them here
#133
June 2 · 52 min
Talking Bat with Dr Ricardo Rocha (University of Oxford)
A fabulous interview with Ricardo Rocha, who originates from Funchal, Madeira, Portugal. He is an Associate Professor of Conservation Science at University of Oxford, & Tutorial Fellow at Jesus College. During his academic life he has studied bird, reptile & bat ecology in many parts of the world. His PhD (Universities of Lisbon & Helsinki) addressed the effects of tropical forest fragmentation on bat communities. We were also pleased to be able to discuss human diversity, segregation & associated subjects during our chat, an area which Ricardo has spent a lot of time considering. Find out more about Ricardo Rocha here Instagram: ricardo.nature
#132
May 31 · 23 min
Talking Club (June 2026) with Aileen Hendry
Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please go to the following link: batability.co.uk/batability-club/ NHBS Ltd Our sponsors of BatAbility Club - NHBS Ltd - visit them here BatAbility Eventbrite link for public access tickets
#131
May 26 · 44 min
Talking Book with Mel Findlay & Pat White (The Otter Field Survey & Monitoring Handbook)
Mel Findlay & Pat White are the authors of the recently published 'The Otter Field Survey & Monitoring Handbook - A Practical Guide to Field & Camera-Trap Surveys'. Mel is a seasoned consultant ecologist with >25 years’ experience, specialising in otters. Pat is an associate professor, based at the Centre for Conservation & Restoration Science at Edinburgh Napier University, his research focusing on developing evidence & practical methods in wildlife monitoring & conservation. The Otter Field Survey & Monitoring Handbook - A Practical Guide to Field & Camera-Trap Surveys - find out more here International Otter Survival Fund (IOSF) - find out more here
#130
May 11 · 45 min
Talking Book with Sarah Whild (The Biological Recording Handbook)
Here we had the huge pleasure of talking with Sarah Whild, author of the recently published 'The Biological Recording Handbook - Making Wildlife Count'. Sarah had a career teaching biological recording as a university lecturer. Now retired, amongst other things, she describes herself as a card-carrying botanist & drinker of good gin. The Biological Recording Handbook - Making Wildlife Count - Find out more here National Forum for Biological Recording - Find out more here Wildlife & Countryside Link - Find out more here
#129
April 29 · 19 min
Talking Club (May 2026) with Aileen Hendry
Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please go to the following link: batability.co.uk/batability-club/ NHBS Ltd Our sponsors of BatAbility Club - NHBS Ltd - visit them here
#128
April 1 · 1 hr 4 min
Talking Book with Graeme Lyons (Pan-Species Listing - How To Become A Super-Naturalist)
Absolutely delighted to be chatting with Graeme Lyons, the author of 'Pan-Species Listing - How to Become A Super-Naturalist'. This interview touches on same many areas, including aspects of Graeme's life, becoming an author, & of course, lots of information & the backstory to the book itself. Pan-Species Listing - How to Become A Super-Naturalist find out more here Visit Graeme's blog, 'The Lyons Share' here Visit Pan-Species Listing website here Visits The British Arachnological Society website here
#127
March 31 · 23 min
Talking Club (April 2026) with Aileen Hendry
Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please go to the following link: batability.co.uk/batability-club/ NHBS Ltd Our sponsors of BatAbility Club - NHBS Ltd - visit them here
#126
March 5 · 48 min
Talking Book with Chris Stone (European Deserts)
Chris Stone is an environmentalist & author. We are delighted to be talking with him here about his new book, published in February 2026, 'European Deserts - Sandy Wilderness on a Green Continent'. During the interview we explore the background to the book, some of the key points that Chris is seeking to make within its covers, & also Chris's experiences as an author. European Deserts - Sandy Wilderness on a Green Continent' find out more here Geograph - Photograph every grid square! - find out more here
#125
February 24 · 20 min
Talking Club (March 2026) with Aileen Hendry
Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please go to the following link: batability.co.uk/batability-club/ Ecology Expo 2026 find out more here Mammal Society Conference 2026 find out more here Our Man Incognito - Tales from the Urban Bush - new book by Neil Middleton
#124
February 19 · 35 min
Talking Book with Neil Middleton (Our Man Incognito)
During this interview, Aileen Hendry interviews Neil Middleton about his newly published book, 'Our Man Incognito - Tales from the Urban Bush'. We discuss the background to the book, a selection of short humerous stories based on everyday life events, as well as numerous associated subjects. Neil Middleton - Author website here 'Our Man Incognito - Tales from the Urban Bush' find out more here
#123
February 18 · 43 min
Talking Book with Frank Rennie (The Merlin)
Frank Rennie is the author of numerous books, including his latest one, 'The Merlin - The Ecology of A Magical Raptor'. During this interview we are delighted to be talking to Frank about his experiences as an author, as well as the backdrop to this latest book. And, of course, as you would expect, there are a number of interesting tangents as our chat evolves. The Merlin - The Ecology of A Magical Raptor here The Corncrake - An Ecology of An Enigma here Among The Layers of The Land here The Changing Outer Hebrides here
#122
January 30 · 17 min
Talking Club (February 2026) with Aileen Hendry
Every month Aileen Hendry (BatAbility Courses & Tuition) is joined by Neil Middleton to deliver a 'light-hearted' monthly update for our BatAbility Club members. We are sharing it here for the benefit of anyone who wishes to find out more about what we are up to. If you are not a Club member, but would like to know more about how to join up, please go to the following link: batability.co.uk/batability-club/ Our Man Incognito - Tales from the Urban Bush - new book by Neil Middleton
#121
Dec 29, 2025 · 33 min
Talking Bird with Dr Mateo Ruiz (Barn Owl Trust)
Dr Mateo Ruiz is Head of Conservation at the Barn Owl Trust, after having first completing his post-graduate research on bird communities in coastal wetlands of Mexico. During this session we discuss in depth his experiences & career journey to date, along with exploring some of his other interests. Barn Owl Trust - find out more here

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