Defend the Wild Podcast - Episode 8 - Madison Stewart from Project Hiu 561a6h

Madison Stewart, widely known as "Shark Girl," is an Australian conservationist, filmmaker, and advocate renowned for her dedication to shark preservation and marine ecosystem protection. From an early age, she developed a deep connection with the ocean, which has since shaped her life’s mission to defend one of the planet’s most misunderstood predators. In this episode, we dive into Madison’s bold and unconventional approach to shark conservation—one that turns the traditional narrative on its head. Rather than vilifying communities involved in shark fishing, Madison works directly with them, empowering locals through alternative livelihoods that make tangible shark conservation possible. Her work through Project Hiu demonstrates that, more often than not, the solution to a conservation crisis lies with the very people who are perceived to be the problem. To follow and the important work of Madison and Project Hiu:  Madison's instagram: www.instagram.com/sharkgirlmadison Project Hiu's instagram: www.instagram.com/projecthiu Project Hiu website: www.projecthiu.com 17196j