Ep 90 - No Paradise with Wolves
From Sustainably Geeky by Epically Geeky
February 23, 2026 · 54 min · Episode 90
About this episode
Katie Stacey discusses her book No Paradise with Wolves and the importance of apex predators in ecosystems.
Wolves and other apex predators play a critical role in their ecosystems,, but they are often feared and vilified by humans. Katie Stacey explores this tension in her book No Paradise with Wolves. The book follows the journey of Katie and her partner as they restore their farm in Northern Spain, while simultaneously learning about and advocating for protection of the local environment, specifically the Iberian wolf. Katie shares insights from years of conservation storytelling and her lived experiences. Her story is an inspiring example of how humans can coexist with other species, even the "big, bag wolf." Resources discussed in this episode: No Paradise with Wolves book Wild Finca Wild Finca Instagram The Wild Shift How Wolves Change Rivers Rebecca Hoskins Wilding book Braiding Sweetgrass book The Wildlife Trusts RSPB Have an idea for an episode? You can email host Jennifer Hetzel at sustainablygeeky@gmail.com. Like the show? Support us at Buy Me a Coffee, and rate/review us wherever you listen. You can also find us on Facebook, X and Instagram. Listen and subscribe to the show on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, Audible, and YouTube.
People in this episode
Host: Jennifer Hetzel
Guest: Katie Stacey
Topics covered
- wolves
- apex predators
- ecosystems
- conservation
- environment
Keywords
- Iberian wolf
- conservation storytelling
- coexistence
- environmental advocacy
Mentioned in this episode
Products: No Paradise with Wolves book, Wild Finca, Wilding book, Braiding Sweetgrass book
Books & works: No Paradise with Wolves, Wild Finca Wild Finca, The Wild Shift How Wolves Change Rivers, Braiding Sweetgrass, The Wildlife Trusts, Buy Me a Coffee
Places: Northern Spain
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