Welcome to day three of Wildscreen Festival 2026! Join us live from the Lansdown Suite at the Apex Hotel, Bath, for a morning celebrating the past, present and future of natural history storytelling.
Today's sessions (UK time):
09:00–10:00 | What Has the BBC Natural History Unit Ever Done for Us?
For nearly 70 years, the BBC Natural History Unit has transformed the way audiences experience the natural world. Join Head of the NHU Jonny Keeling as he reflects on groundbreaking programmes, industry innovations and what's next for this iconic organisation.
- Moderator: Mandi Stark
- Speaker: Jonny Keeling
10:30–11:30 | Wildlife Rewired: In Conversation with Mike McGovern
With over 1.6 million followers and more than 300 million views, wildlife storyteller Mike McGovern has built an extraordinary online audience. Discover his approach to digital storytelling, audience engagement, analytics and the growing creator economy.
- Moderator: Aiman Ahmed
- Speaker: Mike McGovern
12:00–13:00 | Sir David Attenborough at 100
Celebrating the extraordinary career and legacy of Sir David Attenborough, Mike Gunton takes us on a journey through seven decades of wildlife filmmaking, scientific discovery and storytelling that has inspired generations.
- Speaker: Mike Gunton
Join the conversation!
Our livestream chat is open throughout the morning. Share your thoughts, memories and reflections with fellow wildlife storytelling enthusiasts around the world.
Our remote Wildscreen volunteers will be moderating the chat and sharing programme updates and signposting to help you follow the sessions.
Please keep the conversation respectful and welcoming to everyone.
Enjoy the Festival!
Welcome to day three of Wildscreen Festival 2026! Join us live from the Lansdown Suite at the Apex Hotel, Bath, for a morning celebrating the past, present and future of natural history storytelling.
Today's sessions (UK time):
09:00–10:00 | What Has the BBC Natural History Unit Ever Done for Us?
For nearly 70 years, the BBC Natural History Unit has transformed the way audiences experience the natural world. Join Head of the NHU Jonny Keeling as he reflects on groundbreaking programmes, industry innovations and what's next for this iconic organisation.
- Moderator: Mandi Stark
- Speaker: Jonny Keeling
10:30–11:30 | Wildlife Rewired: In Conversation with Mike McGovern
With over 1.6 million followers and more than 300 million views, wildlife storyteller Mike McGovern has built an extraordinary online audience. Discover his approach to digital storytelling, audience engagement, analytics and the growing creator economy.
- Moderator: Aiman Ahmed
- Speaker: Mike McGovern
12:00–13:00 | Sir David Attenborough at 100
Celebrating the extraordinary career and legacy of Sir David Attenborough, Mike Gunton takes us on a journey through seven decades of wildlife filmmaking, scientific discovery and storytelling that has inspired generations.
- Speaker: Mike Gunton
Join the conversation!
Our livestream chat is open throughout the morning. Share your thoughts, memories and reflections with fellow wildlife storytelling enthusiasts around the world.
Our remote Wildscreen volunteers will be moderating the chat and sharing programme updates and signposting to help you follow the sessions.
Please keep the conversation respectful and welcoming to everyone.
Enjoy the Festival!