Angie engages in a conversation with Alice Stroud, the Director of Global Conservation Programs at Born Free USA, about the organization's international mission to save threatened species, specifically focusing on frogs. Alice shares insights on the significance of frogs in the ecosystem, their current population threats, and Born Free's active programs addressing wildlife trafficking and poaching. The discussion also highlights the importance of local and international collaboration in conservation, as well as specific successes and challenges faced by the organization. This episode emphasizes the ecological impact of frogs and provides practical steps listeners can take to contribute to conservation efforts.You can learn more about Born Free USA HEREPodcast Timeline00:00 Welcome and Introduction00:08 Meet Alice Stroud: Director of Global Conservation Programs00:31 Highlighting the Plight of Frogs01:51 Alice's Journey into Conservation03:42 The Importance of Diverse Skill Sets in Conservation10:13 Born Free USA: Mission and History13:47 International Conservation Campaigns23:39 The Extinction Crisis and Amphibians27:25 Threats to West African Frogs31:52 Advocating for Wildlife Conservation32:17 Enforcement Support and Training33:39 Challenges and Rewards in Conservation35:27 Community Involvement and Education39:28 Global Impact of Wildlife Trafficking43:03 Navigating Conservation Challenges52:06 Supporting Conservation Efforts59:02 Final Thoughts and Call to Action-------------------------------------------------------------Another thank you to all our Patreon supporters. You too can join for one cup of "good" coffee a month. With your pledge you can support your favorite podcast on Patreon and give back to conservation. With the funds we receive each month, we are have been sending money to conservation organizations monthly. We now send a check to every organization we cover, as we feel they all are deserving of our support. Thank you so much for your support and for supporting animal conservation. Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE.We also want to thank you to all our listeners. We are giving back to every conservation organization we cover and you make that possible. We are committed to donating large portions of our revenue (at minimum 25%) to every organization we cover each week. Thank you for helping us to grow, and for helping to conserve our wildlife.Please contact us at advertising@airwavemedia.comif you would like to advertise on our podcastYou can also visit our website HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices