Speakers
Vicky Hoy is a television producer on Clarkson’s Farm, the popular Amazon Prime series that follows Jeremy Clarkson as he navigates the ups and downs of running a farm in the Cotswolds. Having been part of the team for four years, Vicky’s passion is to tell stories that humanize the farming industry, shedding light on issues such as soil conservation, sustainable farming practices, and animal management. She is committed to illustrating the dedication and hard work that goes into farming, along with the challenges, highlighting the balancing act between profitability and environmental responsibility in agriculture.
Nadeem Perera is a writer, presenter and creative director working at the intersection of culture, nature and storytelling. He is the founder of Hero Hyena, a culture led studio exploring how the natural world can be reimagined within contemporary media, sport and everyday life. Nadeem has worked with organisations including the RSPB and the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, and is an ambassador for both. His upcoming book What Makes a Bird? explores bird literacy as a form of cultural literacy, examining how attention to the natural world can reshape how we see ourselves and the systems we live within.
During the session, participants will have the opportunity to hear from expert, industry storytellers already leading the way and gain practical insights to strengthen the role of nature within their own development and production processes.