RSPCA Animal Futures
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About This Podcast
Journalist and broadcaster Kate Quilton explores what the world might look like for animals in 2050. She talks to guests about some of the big challenges facing animals, such as the way we use technology, the food we eat, how we see and treat animals and our impact on nature. She explores how the choices we make today could influence the world animals - and us - enjoy in the future.
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Recent Episodes
Special Edition - Wilberforce Lecture 2025
In this special edition recorded live at the 2025 Wilberforce Lecture we tackle technology unleashed. From de-extinction, gene editing, robot pets, AI conversations with animals to alternative…
S1E6 Why do we all need nature?
Steve Backshall MBE has loved nature from almost the very first moment he could move around.Since then, nature has given him a career - but also remains one of his favourite ways to spend his spare…
S1E5 Are we ready to talk to animals?
Society has always been fascinated by the prospect of one day being able to talk to animals.But if we did all turn into Dr. Dolittle overnight, what would animals want to tell us? And would we like…
S1E4 How do we keep nature open to all?
The wonders of nature, including the wild animals that share our spaces, are undeniable.And the great outdoors can be so good for us - mentally, and physically; helping people to appreciate the…
S1E3 Do animals deserve a voice in society?
The terms 'animal rights' and 'animal welfare' are often used interchangeably - but they can actually mean very different things. But what are animal rights, and how do they differ from good animal…
S1E2 Is lab-grown meat a game-changer for animals and would you try it?
With the world's population growing, and so many farm animals needed to keep everyone fed, is our food system sustainable? And what are the consequences for animal welfare? Broadcaster and journalist…
S1E1 Could robot pets ever replace the real thing?
Broadcaster and journalist Kate Quilton speaks to entrepreneur and CEO of Ageless Innovation Ted Fischer and animal behaviour specialist Dr Leanne Proops, Associate Professor in Animal Behaviour and…
S1 Introduction to Animal Futures
Journalist and broadcaster Kate Quilton introduces Animal Futures - a new podcast from the RSPCA. The show explores what the future might look like for animals and how the choices we make now could…
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RSPCA Animal Futures has published 8 episodes since January 2025, covering topics in Nature, Science.
RSPCA Animal Futures is currently dormant with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 55m.
