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Mooney Goes Wild

Derek Mooney

Booking Overview

A weekly natural-world interview program focused on wildlife, ecology, conservation and natural science, featuring researchers, wildlife professionals, conservation specialists and knowledgeable practitioners. Suitable pitches include credible scientists, ecologists, conservationists, wildlife-care experts and specialist photographers; booking difficulty is likely low because guests are generally accessible subject-matter experts rather than high-profile public figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 100

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: Ireland

YouTube: 399.0k subscribers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

radio.player@rte.ie

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Host

Derek Mooney - Irish broadcaster and natural-history presenter known for his work covering wildlife and the environment for RTÉ.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Professional or academic expertise in wildlife, ecology, conservation, animal care, environmental science or related natural-world subjects, usually supported by an institutional or field-based role.
Required Achievements:  
Conducting relevant scientific or environmental research, Working professionally in wildlife management, conservation or animal care, Developing specialist expertise in natural history or environmental topics

Recent Guest Discussions

Anthony Lynch - Night Photography And Observing The Stars

Aileen Tennant - The Care And Conservation Of New Sumatran Tiger Cubs

John Leahy - The Care And Conservation Of New Sumatran Tiger Cubs

Niall Hatch - Summer Robins, Insect Behavior And Wildlife Questions From Listeners

Philip McGinnity - The Effects Of Farmed Atlantic Salmon Interbreeding With Wild Irish Salmon

Recent Topics

Science, Wildlife, Conservation, Biodiversity, Ornithology

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Mooney Goes Wild
:

Can You Be-Leaf It? TCD Herbarium Reopens After Refurb

October 05, 2026

Terry Flanagan & Éanna Ní Lamhna visit TCD’s Herbarium to meet curator Dr Peter Moonlight after its major refurbishment...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where Did Bats First Take Flight?

October 05, 2026

Prof Emma Teeling reveals how new UCD research has traced the origins of bats to Europe 60–65 million years ago...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Saving A Spider In The Shower

October 05, 2026

Niall Hatch explains how spiders survive getting wet, and why House Spiders so often find themselves trapped in our baths...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Frequently asked questions

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Mooney Goes Wild
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How do I get in touch with Mooney Goes Wild?

Mooney Goes Wild is hosted by Derek Mooney. Its publicly listed email is radio.player@rte.ie. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Mooney Goes Wild?

The publicly listed email for Mooney Goes Wild: radio.player@rte.ie.

How many listeners does Mooney Goes Wild have?

Podseeker estimates Mooney Goes Wild reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Mooney Goes Wild?

Mooney Goes Wild typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Professional or academic expertise in wildlife, ecology, conservation, animal care, environmental science or related natural-world subjects, usually supported by an institutional or field-based role. Common among recent guests: Conducting relevant scientific or environmental research; Working professionally in wildlife management, conservation or animal care; Developing specialist expertise in natural history or environmental topics. Recent guests include Anthony Lynch, Aileen Tennant, and John Leahy.

How hard is it to get booked on Mooney Goes Wild?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Mooney Goes Wild cover?

Recent episodes cover Science, Wildlife, Conservation, Biodiversity, and Ornithology. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

radio.player@rte.ie

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