Julian Victor

The warblers: a birds canada podcast

 I had the pleasure of speaking with Andrea Gress and Andrés Jiménez! We talked about the work I’ve done, the hurdles a young person confronts in wildlife filmmaking, and of course, the best encounters I’ve had with birds.

THE CREATIVE PULSE PODCAST

I spoke with host Angela de Burger, where I focus on stories about urban wildlife, my creative process when filming and what it’s like to work with people that sparked my love for nature as a child. I share my beliefs that the local action people take can have a global impact on animals!

BLACK BIRDERS WEEK

I was interviewed by PBS Nature for their series that features individuals who participated in the 2020 @blackafinstem initiative blackbirdersweek. This series highlighted black STEM professionals, blackbirders, and naturalists. I talked about my journey breaking into the wildlife film industry, how Barack Obama's historic win inspired me to really pursue this as a career, being black in outdoor spaces, and what changes can be done in the science/wildlife filmmaking/ conservation scene to encourage more diversity and representation.

NOW MAgazine: Killing of cormorants

I was featured in a story about Ontario's proposal to hunt Double Breasted Cormorants. The Ford government wants to hunt them, citing that there are too many, depleting the fish populations and causing environmental damage. This, of course, has all been debunked by conservationists, ecologists, and biologists.

INTERVIEWS

CBC Radio: Black Birders Week

In early June, I was interviewed by various outlets for CBC radio about Black Birders Week, a celebration aimed at bringing together Black birding enthusiasts. I spoke with Lawrence Nayally from the show Trail’s End about what does birding mean to me? Some challenges, and even dangers, that Black Birders face when outdoors, and what advice I would give to those who are new to birding.

Toronto Public Library Presents: Spot Wildlife in the Urban Jungle - Tips from a wildlife videographer

This past February, I did a presentation for the Toronto Public Library about tips for spotting wildlife in the Urban Jungle. I covered, what are the species, where and how to find them, and what to bring as well and answered audience questions.

Scientist In School: Spotlight

I chatted with Betty Bakopoulos, host of Spotlight with Scientists in School", an original interview series that shines a spotlight on inspiring people doing great work across the country. We covered how to get to where I am, some of the wild places I've traveled, advice for kids when pursuing their passion, and a whole lot more. I was even out in the hot seat for some rapid-fire questions.

CHFI Morning Show Interview: Wild Boars on the Loose!

Back in November, I group of Wild Boars was on the loose in Pickering, a suburb just outside of Toronto. I got to talk to guests host Tracy Moore and Brooksy about them being invasive species and where they came from.

BIRDERS CORNER

For the 2021 Toronto Spring Bird Festival, I was one of Five Toronto birders that shared tips and insights of where, how, and what to look for when bird watching in the city.

CONSERVATION STORIES CANADA

I chatted with Conversation Stories Canada’s Jesse Hildebrand where we discussed the diversity of wildlife within the city of Toronto. From cemetery dwelling deer to highway foxes and conservation initiatives for urban wildlife.

BROWN SUGAR TALK

I had the pleasure of being part of a panel interview for Brown Sugar Talk, hosted by Amy Sylla. The Panel also included Demiesha Dennis and Judith Kasiama where we discussed the joys and challenges of exploring nature while being Black, and how green spaces can become more inclusive.

CityNews Story: Rescue groups warn against Easter rabbit adoptions

When the Easter Weekend is in full swing, many families consider buying rabbits as cute and fluffy addition to their households. I spoke with Haviva Porter, the founder of Rabbit Rescue, on why people should not purchase these pets as gifts and the level of care and commitment they require.

CityNews Story: Increased Coyote sightings in the GTA

Coyotes sightings have become a common occurrence in Toronto. For this CityNews story, I found out why this often misunderstood animal is being frequently spotted in the GTA.

Breakfast Television: Fun groundhog facts you probably didn’t know

For this year's Groundhog Day, I put Dina and Sid to the test to compete in a groundhog trivia game

breakfast television: Should you be feeding wild animals in toronto?

I spoke with Dina and Sid regarding several Toronto reports of coyotes in the Junction neighbourhood. The assumption from Toronto Wildlife Centre is that the influx of coyotes is due to people feeding wild animals! Is feeding the wildlife a dangerous game to play?

BREAKFAST TELEVISION: SCIENTISTS TRYING TO RESURRECT WOOLLY MAMMOTHS

I chatted with Dina and Sid about why scientist are trying to resurrect the extinct creature.

Breakfast Television: What Drives you Wild

I co-produced this segment with BT Traffic Reporter Stephanie Henry. The segment covered vehicle collisions with wildlife and tips on how to avoid them on the roadways. I touched on the baby animal season, which leads to more wildlife encounters, and what times animal crossings are most likely to occur.

BREAKFAST TELEVISION: WORLD WILDLIFE DAY

On world wildlife day 2021, I had a great chat with Dina Pugliese where I showcased my short video on Toronto wildlife. We also touched on the recent rise of raccoons biting and scratching people and the importance of not feeding wild animals and keeping a safe distance.

CityNews Interview: Discrimination in Nature

When Central Park bird watcher Christian Cooper was harassed by a woman who threatened to call the cops, a blackbirders week movement showcased black people who love and enjoy the outdoors. I was interviewed by CityNews to talk about my participation in this initiative as well as my story about my love for nature and some of the discrimination that I've faced.

BREAKFAST TELEVISION: Tackling Racism in the science and nature community

In June 2020, I was interviewed alongside Rhiannon Kirton by Roger Peterson to discuss racism in science and nature fields.

Breakfast Television: Demystifying spooky species this Halloween

For Halloween 2019, I produced and appeared on a segment for BT that dispelled the myths and negative perceptions of animals that are associated with Halloween and all things scary!

BREAKFAST TELEVISION: World Rhino Day

I co-produced this BT segment about the outstanding conservation efforts of Rhinos Without Borders. This project set out to relocate 100 rhinos from South Africa to Botswana to reduce the risk of poaching. Will they succeed?