Episodes

  • Ep 6. Roxy’s City Odyssey

    Ep 6. Roxy’s City Odyssey
    Oct 14 2024
    After all her adventures, Apprentice Roxy’s back home in the city.

    She’s still not a proper ranger yet and is worried she’ll never be able to talk to animals.

    And to make it even worse, a rogue magpie has stolen her precious honorary Wildlifer badge.

    Roxy decides she’ll get the badge back all on her own. But during her quest, she keeps getting distracted by all the city wildlife that needs her help.

    Does Roxy have what it takes to become a true Ranger?

    Find out in the series finale of Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers.

    Discover more
    Visit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast website. And download a PDF activity sheet at the bottom of the webpage under "Outdoor activity sheet for kids".
    nationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast

    Production

    Artwork: (c) Becka Moor

    Cast:
    Ranger Rae: Katy Schutte
    Roxy: Leila Hall
    Deer / Wildcat: Hannah Platts
    Beaver / Bat: Lloydie James Lloyd
    Expedition Eddie: Adam Hodgson
    Other characters played by members of the ensemble.

    Writer: Aidan Fitzmaurice

    Sound design: Chris Stevens
    Editing: Adam Stoner
    Producers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner

    Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.

    Ideas and resources for the grownups

    Discover more from Fun Kids Radio
    www.funkidslive.com/

    Be inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'
    www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-things

    Learn more about UK wildlife
    www.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife

    Follow the National Trust Podcast, our podcast for grown ups. Discover immersive tales of nature, history and adventure
    podfollow.com/national-trust-podcast
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    14 mins
  • Ep 5. The Pond Thief

    Ep 5. The Pond Thief
    Oct 14 2024
    Frogs and toads are surprisingly different. For example, lots of people don’t know that frogs hop while toads crawl.

    But now Frog and Toad have the same problem – precious frogspawn has been vanishing from under their noses and their pond is under threat.

    Ranger Rae, Apprentice Roxy, Beaver and Dragonfly try to solve a slippery mystery at Bystock Pools.

    Who’s been taking the frogspawn, and why?

    Discover more
    Visit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast website. And download a PDF activity sheet at the bottom of the webpage under "Outdoor activity sheet for kids".
    nationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast

    Production

    Artwork: (c) Becka Moor

    Cast:
    Ranger Rae: Katy Schutte
    Roxy: Leila Hall
    Deer / Wildcat: Hannah Platts
    Beaver / Bat: Lloydie James Lloyd
    Expedition Eddie: Adam Hodgson
    Other characters played by members of the ensemble.

    Writer: Aidan Fitzmaurice

    Sound design: Chris Stevens
    Editing: Adam Stoner
    Producers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner

    Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.


    Ideas and resources for the grownups

    Visit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast website
    nationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast

    Discover more from Fun Kids Radio
    www.funkidslive.com/

    Be inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'
    www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-things

    Find out about visiting Bystock Pools
    www.devonwildlifetrust.org/nature-reserves/bystock-pools

    Learn about UK wildlife
    www.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife

    Follow the National Trust Podcast, our podcast for grown ups. Discover immersive tales of nature, history and adventure
    podfollow.com/national-trust-podcast
    Show more Show less
    13 mins
  • Ep 4. The Mystery of the Giant Bat

    Ep 4. The Mystery of the Giant Bat
    Oct 14 2024
    Something strange is happening at Henrhyd Falls. The local animals are reporting a species that’s never seen before. A giant bat? And it’s scaring everyone away from the caves.

    The Wildlifers are on the trail of this odd monster. But as Ranger Rae, Fox and Bat wind through the waterfalls and begin to piece clues together, things get even weirder than they first seemed.

    Can you crack the case with the Wildlifers? What, or who is the mystery Giant Bat? Here’s a clue: Henrhyd Falls featured in a certain film about bats. But not the small flying mammal kind…

    Discover more
    Visit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast website. And download a PDF activity sheet at the bottom of the webpage under "Outdoor activity sheet for kids".
    nationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast

    Production

    Artwork: (c) Becka Moor

    Cast:
    Ranger Rae: Katy Schutte
    Roxy: Leila Hall
    Deer / Wildcat: Hannah Platts
    Beaver / Bat: Lloydie James Lloyd
    Expedition Eddie: Adam Hodgson
    Other characters played by members of the ensemble.

    Writer: Aidan Fitzmaurice

    Sound design: Chris Stevens
    Editing: Adam Stoner
    Producers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner

    Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.

    Ideas and resources for the grows ups

    Discover more from Fun Kids Radio
    www.funkidslive.com

    Be inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'
    nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-things

    Find out about visiting Henrhyd Falls and the Nant Llech river valley in South Wales
    nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/bannau-brycheiniog-brecon-beacons/henrhyd-falls-and-nant-llech-walk
    Learn more about UK wildlife
    nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife

    Follow the National Trust Podcast, our podcast for grown ups. Discover immersive tales of nature, history and adventure
    podfollow.com/national-trust-podcast
    Show more Show less
    15 mins
  • Ep 3. I’m Not Lichen This

    Ep 3. I’m Not Lichen This
    Oct 14 2024
    Who knew that there are rainforests in the UK?

    The Wildlifers’ wits are tested when they try to catch a green-fingered thief in Borrowdale Rainforest in the Lake District.

    Someone has been stealing lichen, a strange plant life form that’s made of fungus and algae, and is essential for forest life.

    While the gang are solving the puzzle, they meet a local, Cuckoo. But there’s something a bit strange about this bird. Can they trust Cuckoo or will their feathered friend land them in trouble?

    Discover more
    Visit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast website. And download a PDF activity sheet at the bottom of the webpage under "Outdoor activity sheet for kids".
    nationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast

    Production

    Artwork: (c) Becka Moor

    Cast:
    Ranger Rae: Katy Schutte
    Roxy: Leila Hall
    Deer / Wildcat: Hannah Platts
    Beaver / Bat: Lloydie James Lloyd
    Expedition Eddie: Adam Hodgson
    Other characters played by members of the ensemble.

    Writer: Aidan Fitzmaurice

    Sound design: Chris Stevens
    Editing: Adam Stoner
    Producers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner

    Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.

    Ideas and resources for the grownups

    Discover more from Fun Kids Radio
    www.funkidslive.com

    Be inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'
    nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-things

    Find out about visiting Borrowdale Rainforest
    nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/lake-district/borrowdale-and-derwent-water/borrowdale-nnr

    Learn more about UK wildlife
    nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife

    Follow the National Trust Podcast, our podcast for grown ups. Discover immersive tales of nature, history and adventure
    podfollow.com/national-trust-podcast
    Show more Show less
    13 mins
  • Ep 2. Mountain Rescue

    Ep 2. Mountain Rescue
    Oct 14 2024
    The Wildlifers must navigate the snowy peaks of the mighty Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest mountain.

    Golden Eagle has called for the gang’s help to find a mystery hiker who’s gotten themselves stuck. Ranger Rae, Apprentice Roxy, Deer and Bat are on the case.

    Ben Nevis is home to unique characters, like Mountain Hare, who camouflages themselves against the snow and has a disconcerting habit of popping up unannounced.

    Bat gets the ride of his life on the back of his new friend Eagle to locate the hiker. He just needs to stay awake long enough in the daytime to make the mission a succezzzzzz...

    Production

    Artwork: (c) Becka Moor

    Cast:
    Ranger Rae: Katy Schutte
    Roxy: Leila Hall
    Deer / Wildcat: Hannah Platts
    Beaver / Bat: Lloydie James Lloyd
    Expedition Eddie: Adam Hodgson
    Other characters played by members of the ensemble.

    Writer: Aidan Fitzmaurice

    Sound design: Chris Stevens
    Editing: Adam Stoner
    Producers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner

    Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.

    Discover more for parents and guardians

    Visit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast website
    nationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast

    Discover more from Fun Kids Radio
    www.funkidslive.com

    Be inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'
    nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-things

    Find out more about Ben Nevis
    bennevis.co.uk

    Read about mountain walks with the National Trust
    nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/walking/hill-mountain-walks

    Follow the National Trust Podcast, our podcast for grown ups. Discover immersive tales of nature, history and adventure
    podfollow.com/national-trust-podcast
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    14 mins
  • Ep 1. Puffin Panic

    Ep 1. Puffin Panic
    Oct 14 2024
    Puffin calls the Wildlifers for help when an unwelcome visitor, an escaped pet rat, is causing chaos on the remote Farne Islands in the North Sea.

    Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers are in a race against time to catch the rat and return it to its owner before it can cause any problems for the seabirds.

    Luckily, the Wildlifers each have amazing adaptations to help them on their quests to help people and animals in trouble in the natural world.

    Beaver is an engineering genius, but can he keep his pride at bay? Meanwhile pristine predator Wildcat tries to resist her natural taste for rodents.

    Joining the adventure is 12-year-old Apprentice Roxy. She’s on a personal mission to achieve her dream of becoming a real Ranger and to be able to talk to animals.

    Discover the first adventure a new series of Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers.

    Discover more
    Visit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast website. And download a PDF activity sheet at the bottom of the webpage under "Outdoor activity sheet for kids".
    nationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast

    Production

    Artwork: (c) Becka Moor

    Cast:
    Ranger Rae: Katy Schutte
    Roxy: Leila Hall
    Deer / Wildcat: Hannah Platts
    Beaver / Bat: Lloydie James Lloyd
    Expedition Eddie: Adam Hodgson
    Other characters played by members of the ensemble.

    Writer: Aidan Fitzmaurice

    Sound design: Chris Stevens
    Editing: Adam Stoner
    Producers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner

    Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.

    Ideas and resources for the grownups

    Discover more from Fun Kids Radio
    www.funkidslive.com

    Be inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'
    nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-things

    Find out about visiting the Farne Islands
    nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/north-east/farne-islands

    Read our guide to puffins
    nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife/our-guide-to-puffins
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    16 mins
  • Introducing: Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers

    Introducing: Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers
    Oct 11 2024
    Follow the adventures of Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers, a crew of colourful creatures who use their special skills to help wherever there’s trouble in nature.

    Beaver’s a super engineer. Sleepy Bat’s skill is sonar. Wildcat’s a proud predator. Deer’s strong and speedy. Fox has a nose for trouble. Shy Mole’s an expert digger, and Dragonfly’s always buzzing.

    Ranger Rae’s the leader and can understand animals. And 12-year-old Apprentice Roxy dreams of becoming a real Ranger and being able to talk to wildlife too.

    In each story, the Wildlifers go on a curious case. They travel to different places in the natural world, from coastlines and remote islands to forests and city streets, and meet a host of weird and wonderful creatures along the way.

    From catching an escaped pet rat on a remote island, to solving the mystery of a giant bat or tracking a magpie thief through city streets, the gang’s skills are put to the test in their quest to help the natural world.

    Uncover stories of adventure and discovery with friends in the wild world.

    Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.
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    1 min
  • Pilot | Tillie's Time Tales

    Pilot | Tillie's Time Tales
    Jul 19 2023
    Tillie Amartey is in the north east of England to explore Hadrian’s Wall, and the ancient civilisation that built it – the Romans.

    But when an accident sends Tillie 2000 years back in time, she finds herself much closer to Roman life than she bargained for.

    As Tillie tries to get back to the modern day, she discovers the surprising things Romans brought to Britain, finds out why they were definitely cat people, and learns some Latin insults.
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    12 mins