The podcast episodes discuss various aspects of pastoralism, particularly in the context of conservation efforts and the tensions that can arise between traditional pastoral practices and global environmental initiatives.

In Episode 56972, the episode explores how German conservationists Bernhard and Michael Grzimek sought to popularize the Serengeti National Park, often sidelining the rights and practices of local Indigenous communities like the Maasai. This highlights the broader debates around the compatibility of pastoralism and conservation.

Similarly, Episode 54909 examines how climate change and environmental changes are affecting pastoral herding communities in Kenya, increasing their exposure to zoonotic diseases. This episode discusses the work of the organization Health in Harmony, which aims to prevent pandemics by supporting rainforest communities to protect forests in exchange for healthcare and other resources.