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The Outer Realm welcomes Ben Tejada-Ingram Host: Michelle Desrochers Date: May 14th, 2025 Episode: 562 Discussion : Ben joins us this evening to talk about his latest book " The Mysteries of Kurupira- The Hidden Land of Unknown Creatures That Inspired Conan Doyle's Lost world" Contact for the show - theouterrealmcontact@gmail.com Rumble: TheOuterRealm X - MicheleDerocher Website: www.theouterrealmradio.com Please support us by Liking, Subscribing, Sharing and Commenting. Thank you all !!! About Ben: Ben Tejada-Ingram is an author and researcher, with a special interest in unknown phenomenon and mysteries of the world. Through his social media brand "Anomaly Hunter" he delves into everything from the paranormal to UFOs, and explores all things unknown. He has always had a passion for adventure and discovery. His newest book, "The Mysteries of Kurupira" is about an isolated table mountain in the Amazon Rainforest that is a nexus for all sorts of high strangeness and unexplained phenomena. This mountain, named Kurupira, which is currently completely inaccessible and was mysteriously removed from all maps, is said to be the real life inspiration behind "The Lost World" by Arthur Conan Doyle. It has been the epicenter of sightings with seemingly prehistoric creatures, alien-like entities, and even more terrifying mysteries for over a century. The book is available on Amazon here: https://a.co/d/a3g9yWL His previous book, "The Lands Forgotten by Time: A Cryptozoologist's Guide to Lost Worlds and Legends" is available on Amazon. This book chronicles his research and investigation into the most unexplored, untouched, and exotic locations on earth. These ‘lost worlds'—places forgotten by modern civilization, indeed may constitute the last refuge of creatures long believed to be either mythical or extinct. These regions of the globe, which have existed in almost complete and utter isolation, may conceivably secretly harbor what will become the greatest scientific discoveries of our time. The book is available here: https://a.co/d/bZrMZat His first book, The Last Dinosaur of the Lost World: My Search for 'Little Nessie' is available on Amazon. This book chronicles his investigation of a mysterious but amazing story out of Venezuela, concerning the sightings of a dinosaur-like creature that was spotted on a real life 'lost world' plateau. From learning about this creature as part of an obscure and forgotten internet post, to tracking down every eyewitness on record and learning of its recorded history, this book chronicles the complete investigation of one of the world's most mysterious but amazing cryptids, the 'Little Nessie' of Angel Falls. The book is available here: https://amzn.to/34TNw8D You can see Ben's work producing bigfoot, paranormal, and sasquatch investigations with his investigation team “Anomaly Hunters” on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@anomalyhunters Anomaly Hunters is a team of Investigators looking into every aspect of the unknown and every kind of bizarre phenomena, from bigfoot, to the paranormal, to UFOs, and more. Their goal is to produce high quality adventure and investigation documentaries, as we search for the truth behind mysteries all around the globe. You can follow the ongoing investigations of Ben and his team of Anomaly Hunters on Instagram as well: https://instagram.com/anomalyhunterx The Book: In the heart of the Amazon rainforest, there exists a mysterious mountain plateau where legends, secrets, and terrifying encounters with seemingly prehistoric beasts, all converge. ITS NAME IS KURUPIRA. Though a Czech explorer traveled here in the 1970's, and documented some of its mysteries, many questions and controversies about this mountain have endured. Including: • Where exactly is Kurupira, why was it removed from so

Topics discussed on this episode include upcoming changes to the show, President Trump and Zelensky's meeting in the White House, UAB being accused of organ harvesting in court, a doctor who successfully treated herself for cancer, the worst colonoscopy of all-time, Frankie Muniz' new career, Nick Saban as college football Czar, the NBA Playoffs, a whale in the Amazonian rainforest, a winged humanoid sighting in Illinois, a Harvard professor who claims God is real, and the Legend of Huggin Molly.

Louis Alexander, British Extreme Adventurer Athlete and two-time Guinness World Records holder in his exclusive, first-time Asia and Singapore media interview - talks with “Saturday Mornings Show” Sit-Down Conversation host Glenn van Zutphen in Singapore's 1880 Club. Louis is the first - and only - person in history to complete marathons on all Seven Continents and swim marathons in all Seven Seas. Over 633 days, he tested his endurance across some of the world’s most unforgiving environments, running through a rainstorm in the Amazon Rainforest, the intensity of the desert in Northern Africa, and the sub-zero conditions of Antarctica, to swimming in the heat of the Arabian Sea in summer. From running through the harshest environments on Earth, swimming across *shipping lanes, to summiting some of the world’s most notable mountains, the young adventurer has conquered numerous endurance feats. Thanks to Saturday Mornings co-host, Neil Humphreys Also: 1880s Marc Nicholson and Qinqpei ShiangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part Two of David's story.  If you haven't listened to part one, "Dave Part One - "Darkness Falls Quick in the Forest," go listen to that first.  Dave and Crystal have been lost in the Amazon Rainforest for six days.  Crystal's feet have been rubbed raw from her boots, and she can barely walk.  If they can't walk, they have no hope of survival.  

 Eyewitness account of genocide in Gaza – Dr Mohammed Mustafa who travelled to Gaza during ceasefire in work in two hospitals, Part 2 of an interview between Ahmed Albadla, Palestinian/Australian activist in Sydney and Dr Lana Tatour, Palestinian/Australian  lecturer at UNSW Sydney, Veteran US peace activist Kathy Kelly on the first 100 days of Trump, Dr Ralph Newmark from University of Melbourne explaining the vital importance to the world of the Amazon rain forest region, Dr Helen Rosenbaum, co- founder of the Deep Sea Mining Campaign in Australia voicing concern for a rocky road ahead for opponents of deep sea mining now Trump has thrown out all rules and regulations. Head to www.3cr.org.au/hometime-tuesday for full access to links and previous podcasts

IMAGE CREDIT Elza Fiúza/Abr, CC BY 3.0 BR, via Wikimedia Commons LINKS Vatican bio of Cardinal Leonardo Ulrich STEINER: https://press.vatican.va/content/salastampa/en/documentation/cardinali_biografie/cardinali_bio_steiner_l.html  Leonardo Ulrich STEINER on FIU's Cardinals Database (by Salvador Miranda): https://cardinals.fiu.edu/bios2022.htm#Steiner  Cardinal Leonardo Ulrich STEINER on Gcatholic.org: https://gcatholic.org/p/5762                    Cardinal Leonardo Ulrich STEINER on Catholic-Hierarchy.org: https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/bishop/bulst.html   Archdiocese of Manaus on Gcatholic.org: https://gcatholic.org/dioceses/diocese/mana1.htm?tab=info       Archdiocese of Manaus on Catholic-Hierarchy.org: https://www.catholic-hierarchy.org/diocese/dmanb.html   2022 Aleteia.org profile of Cardinal-Elect Steiner: https://aleteia.org/2022/08/26/a-red-hat-for-the-amazon-basin/  2022 Vatican News profile of Cardinal-Elect Steiner (Portuguese): https://www.vaticannews.va/pt/igreja/news/2022-05/presidencia-da-cnbb-sauda-os-novos-cardeais-do-brasil.html  Special Assembly for the Pan-Amazon Region–list of participants: https://press.vatican.va/content/salastampa/it/bollettino/pubblico/2019/09/21/0723/01479.html  2017 La Stampa coverage of the Amazon Synod (archived version): https://web.archive.org/web/20190618142401/https://www.lastampa.it/2017/10/15/vaticaninsider/eng/world-news/a-synod-for-the-indigenous-peoples-of-south-america-bu6BcrTX8a4HWl645ztM6O/pagina.html Post-Synodal Apostolic Exhortation Querida Amazonia: https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/apost_exhortations/documents/papa-francesco_esortazione-ap_20200202_querida-amazonia.html  Ecclesiastical Conference of the Amazon on Gcatholic.org: https://gcatholic.org/dioceses/organizations/j02.htm  The Revealer.org profile of Sister Manso Pereira: https://therevealer.org/in-the-amazon-religious-women-lead-the-way/  2023 America Magazine report of indigenous women leaders from the Ecclesiastical Conference of the Amazon meeting with Pope Francis: https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2023/06/06/women-deacons-indigenous-pope-francis-meeting-245437 2023 National Catholic Reporter piece on women ministering in the Amazon: https://www.ncronline.org/opinion/guest-voices/sisters-model-womens-diaconal-ministry-amazon  Cruxnow coverage of 2022 delegation of bishops (including Archbishop Steiner) meeting with Pope Francis to discuss violence in Amazonia: https://cruxnow.com/church-in-the-americas/2022/06/brazilian-bishops-discuss-violence-in-the-amazon-with-pope-francis    Thank you for listening, and thank my family and friends for putting up with the time investment and for helping me out as needed. As always, feel free to email the show at Popeularhistory@gmail.com  If you would like to financially support Popeular history, go to www.patreon.com/Popeular. If you don't have any money to spare but still want to give back, pray and tell others– prayers and listeners are worth more than gold!   TRANSCRIPT Welcome to Popeular History, a library of Catholic knowledge and insights.   Check out the show notes for sources, further reading, and a transcript.   Today we're discussing another current Cardinal of the Catholic Church, one of the 120 or so people who will choose the next Pope when the time comes.   The thirteenth of sixteen children, Leonardo Ulrich STEINER was born on November 6, 1950 in Forquilhinha, a community in Brazil's second southernmost state of Santa Catarina. He's our third Brazilian Cardinal, but he won't be our last, in fact one of his cousins is fellow Brazilian Cardinal Paulo Evaristo Arns.   Leonardo joined the Franciscans in 1972 at the age of 21, making his solemn profession in ‘76. In a pattern we've seen before, he studied philosophy and theology in Brazil, then went to Rome for more advanced studies, obtaining a licentiate and then a doctorate from the Antonianum. I don't know if I've emphasized the Franciscan affiliation of the Antonianum before, but it's certainly there–the Anthony it's named after is the Franciscan Anthony of Padua, after all.   When Leonardo was ordained in 1978, it was carried out by his Cardinal-cousin I mentioned earlier, fellow Franciscan and then-Archbishop of São Paulo Cardinal Arns. He did pastoral work for a while, then he served as a formator at, uh, a seminary. From 1986 till 1995 Father Steiner was Master of Novices at, *a* seminary, presumably the same one, though that's not especially clear. The third source I checked for this particular detail described the posts he took up at the Antonianum in Rome in 1995 as the result of a transfer between institutions, so it I guess can rule that out as our mystery institution. While at the Antonianum, he served as a secretary–I expect the high level kind–and as a professor of Philosophy. He was in Rome for several years before moving back to southern Brazil in 2003.   Back home, he served both as a pastor and lecturer, this time at the Bom Jesus Faculty of Philosophy, “bom” meaning "good” or I would perhaps suggest “sweet Jesus” as the more familiar English phrase with a close meaning.   In 2005, Father Steiner's white phone rang and he learned he was being made Bishop-Prelate of São Félix. His episcopal consecration was carried out by none other than his longserving cousin, Cardinal Arns, who had been fully retired for years by that point, but apparently didn't mind making it a family affair. By the way, the voice on the other end of that white phone must have been fairly shaky, because Pope John Paul II died in the few months between the appointment and Bishop Steiner's actual consecration.   Oh, also, did you catch that Prelate part of “Bishop-Prelate”? You see, São Félix was not and actually still is not a full-on diocese, rather it's at an intermediate sort of state called a “Territorial Prelature”. To give you an idea of why it's in an unusual state canonically, let me give you some stats. São Félix covers an area larger than England, with a total population of a bit under 200,000. At the time of his consecration, Bishop-Prelate Steiner had about ten priests to work with to address the spiritual needs of about 130,000 Catholics.   The relatively sparse population is due to São Félix being on the edge of the Amazon Rainforest. This was not Bishop-Prelate Steiner's last contact with Amazonia. In May 2011 he became secretary general of the Brazilian Episcopal Conference, a post he held for the next eight years, and later on in 2011 Bishop-Prelate Steiner was appointed as an auxiliary bishop of the capitol, Brasília, working alongside Cardinal da Rocha, who we discussed in fall 2023.   In 2017 Pope Francis announced the Synod on the Amazon, something which Bishop Steiner had apparently personally handed Pope Francis a document requesting on behalf of the Brazilian bishops. The Synod was duely held in 2019, and had a special focus on the indigenous peoples of the area, who, to quote Pope Francis, are “often forgotten and without the prospect of a serene future”. Another substantial issue is the ecology of the matter, with Pope Francis being known as an environmentalist before and certainly no less so after his 2015 encyclical Laudato Si, which called out the Amazon specifically as in need of special care.   Bishop Steiner notably did *not* participate in the synod. I was fully expecting to say he had, and maybe I missed something, but the list of hundreds of official participants is linked in the show notes, and he's not on it. In reality his delivery of the bishop's request for the Synod was probably due to his formal role in the overall Bishop's conference and not due to his own connection to the region, which at this point was minor.   However, despite that narratively inconvenient historical fact, later that year Bishop Steiner did become a full-on Amazonian bishop, being appointed the Archbishop of Manaus in the rather pointedly named Brazilian state of Amazonas. There he got to experience the staffing and geographic issues he had seen in his Bishop-Prelate days on a larger scale: there's a reason the Amazon Synod discussed things like allowing for married priests to help with the shortages, something which was much discussed in media coverage but was in truth only a minor topic in the Synod itself.   One real fruit of the Amazon Synod was the establishment of the Ecclesiastical Conference of the Amazon. Adding yet another organizational wrinkle to the megacluster of organizational wrinkles that is the Catholic Church, an *Ecclesiastical* Conference functions like a Bishop's Conference, but is not limited to Bishops. In 2022, Archbishop Steiner became its First Vice-President. In yet another example of the organizational wrinkling I just joked about, I don't mean he's the first person to hold that office, instead, “First Vice-President” is his actual title, as the Ecclesiastical Conference actually has multiple Vice-President roles.   I've been fairly brief and matter-of-fact in my descriptions here, so I want to end on a more human note, as there is real struggle in Amazonia. So let's hear from another Vice-President of the Ecclesiastical Conference, Sister Manso Pereira.   A descendent of the Kariri Brazilian tribal group, Sister Manso Pereira recently related a conversation she had with the Karipuna people about the danger  they face from armed groups of illegal logging and mining companies. Quote:    “We sleep well when you are here, because you're with us.' I said, ‘Why? If they come for you to kill you, they're going to kill me, too.' And they said, ‘We know if you went missing, the church would come looking for you. They would know you were gone.'”   In 2022, Pope Francis made Archbishop Steiner the first Cardinal from the Amazon region, also adding him to the Dicastery for the Institutes of Consecrated Life and the Societies of Apostolic Life.   Leonardo Ulrich STEINER  is eligible to participate in future conclaves until he turns 80 in 2030.   Today's episode is part of Cardinal Numbers. Stay tuned to see if today's Cardinal gets selected  for a deeper dive in the next round! Thank you for listening; God bless you all!

David Boyer and his on-again, off-again girlfriend, Crystal, take their dream vacation to the Amazon Rainforest.  But a misunderstood map and a confusingly marked trail led them to get lost in one of the most remote places on earth.  

(By request, this is the raw, untranslated version of our interview with Nemonte Nenquimo — in which you will hear Nemonte's original responses in Spanish to Kaméa's questions presented in English.)What has been the historical relationship between missionary work and the development of the oil industry in the Ecuadorian Amazon? What does it mean to listen to the voices — both human and more-than-human — of the Amazon Rainforest?And how do the Waorani navigate tensions between their Indigenous cosmovisions and ways of life, and the outside world's growing influence on their younger generations?For our special Earth Month feature, we are honored to share our powerful conversation with Waorani leader Nemonte Nenquimo — who recently co-authored We Will Be Jaguars with her partner, Mitch Anderson.How do we recenter our perspectives of “modern” on communities who are, in this modern day, most in tune with the languages of Mother Earth — and reorient our ideals of “futuristic” towards all that enrich and affirm life?We invite you to…tune in and subscribe to Green Dreamer via any podcast app;subscribe to kaméa's newsletters here;and support our show through a one-time donation or through joining our paid subscriptions on Patreon or Substack.

Greenpeace recently conducted an investigation into the meat processing corporation, JBS, which concluded that the company had failed to meet its deforestation-free commitment. The Brazilian multinational is the largest meat processing enterprise in the world and largely operates in the Amazon Rainforest, where they have been accused of contributing to illegal deforestation, mistreating their livestock and even spreading zoonotic diseases. In 2020, JBS announced their plan for zero deforestation by this year, which included a monitoring system for their suppliers. However, the Greenpeace investigation found that the company had made little progress on their commitment and was continuing to contribute to the Amazon's deforestation. Oto spoke to Amanda Larsson - Senior Campaign manager for Greenpeace Aotearoa, about their investigation into JBS and how they plan to hold them accountable for their deforestation of the Amazon rainforest.

INTRO: Student absences are on the rise. Nationally, the number of students missing school, all the way from K to 12 has doubled since the pandemic began. That's according to the U.S. Department of Education. There can be a lot of contributing factors for absences, but as Fahima Degia (Day-gi-ya) reports, some New York City public school students are choosing other pathways to develop their careers. Degia 1 46th Street in Flatbush is a long block. In the middle is a brown house. walk into the backyard there and the first thing you see is a white shed. And… It's filled with birds. Malik 1 This is a yellow headed Amazon. This comes from the Amazon Rainforest. They cost about $2,500 and they live up to like 50 to 60 years. Degia 2 That's Kizir Malik, he's18 years old and a senior at Clinton High School, in the Bronx. But, He has other things on his mind besides school. He's the co-owner of a small business selling exotic animals - like these birds. Degia 3 Omg a bird just landed on my head. Degia 4 Do you prefer you small business over school? Malik 2 laughing, That's a hard question ? That uhh it depends Degia 3 Malik started his business out of boredom when he was stuck at home during COVID. Now he has a business partner, a grownup.That's who owns the property here. And they breed cats, like Persians, in the basement. Degia 6 When I asked Malik how much he makes, he won't tell me, but he says they sell a couple of birds every day. The types of birds he sells can go for up to twenty thousand dollars. And they have an instagram account with ten thousand followers. But he has an hour commute from his home in the Bronx to his partner's house here in Brooklyn And all of this means he misses a lot of days of school. Malik 3 You know, sometimes school is not everything. But yeah, there are some days that you have to sacrifice either school or work, because work work will give you money now, you know, school will give you money later. So a couple of days won't do any harm. Degia 7 In my reporting I've seen a lot of high school students like Malik who run their own businesses - selling fake eyelashes, doing nails - some even have their own clothing brands. In NYC, just over a third of students all the way from K to grade 12 were absent in 2022. Of course they don't all have their own small businesses, but they did miss 10% of the school year. And students' prioritizing work can lead them to miss a lot of school. So how do schools fix this? Nat Malkus researches education policy at the American Enterprise Institute - a conservative leaning think tank. Malkus 1 What can schools do, I mean, schools can do a number of things, Degia 8 Malkus 2 they can provide supports, they can share transportation has met, they can actually have consequences. If students don't come back, like they could not get credits, if they don't attend enough in high school, they could have some consequences for students who don't show up Degia 9 Malkus says Chronic absenteeism harms student's ability to stay engaged and learn. He says schools should work closely with parents to ensure their kids get to school. Malkus 3 you could argue about the moral obligation, but there's a legal obligation to get your kids to school and all 50 states up to a certain age. He says students are already behind from the pandemic. So Malkus says There is substantial learning loss from the pandemic, and to catch up they have to learn faster. Being absent Won't help. Malik who has school tomorrow will definitely be present. Degia 10 He says students having businesses is okay. But he says chronic absenteeism is the most pressing post-pandemic problem in public schools. Because students are already behind after COVID. Fahima Degia, Uptown Radio.

In the final episode in our Brazil series, Eve Jackson takes viewers to São Paulo, Brazil's fashion capital, where designers are revolutionising the industry through sustainability and cultural representation. "Fashion with a conscience" examines how Brazilian fashion is evolving beyond the spectacular costumes of Carnival to address pressing environmental concerns and celebrate the country's diverse heritage.

What has been the historical relationship between missionary work and the development of the oil industry in the Ecuadorian Amazon? What does it mean to listen to the voices — both human and more-than-human — of the Amazon Rainforest?And how do the Waorani navigate tensions between their Indigenous cosmovisions and ways of life, and the outside world's growing influence on their younger generations?For our special Earth Month feature, we are honored to share our powerful conversation with Waorani leader Nemonte Nenquimo — who recently co-authored We Will Be Jaguars with her partner, Mitch Anderson.How do we recenter our perspectives of “modern” on communities who are, in this modern day, most in tune with the languages of Mother Earth — and reorient our ideals of “futuristic” towards all that enrich and affirm life?We invite you to…tune in and subscribe to Green Dreamer via any podcast app;subscribe to kaméa's newsletters here;and support our show through a one-time donation or through joining our paid subscriptions on Patreon or Substack.

Part 1 The Great Kapok Tree by Lynne Cherry Summary"The Great Kapok Tree" by Lynne Cherry tells the story of a giant kapok tree in the Amazon rainforest, which is threatened by deforestation. The story begins with a logger who comes to the forest with the intention of cutting down the great tree. As he begins to saw into its trunk, he becomes tired and falls asleep at the base of the tree.While he sleeps, various animals of the rainforest approach him one by one to plead for the tree's life. Each animal shares their perspective on the importance of the kapok tree to their survival and the ecosystem. For example, a jaguar explains how the tree provides shelter and nourishment for various species, while a toucan emphasizes the tree's role in the beauty and diversity of the rainforest. Even smaller creatures, like the ants and the snake, detail how interconnected their lives are with the tree.When the man wakes up, he realizes the importance of the forest and the sacrifices needed to protect it. Moved by what he has learned from the animals, he ultimately decides not to cut down the great kapok tree. Instead, he leaves the forest with a newfound respect for nature and a commitment to preserving the rainforest.The story serves as a poignant reminder of the interconnectedness of life and the need to protect our natural environment, making it both an educational and engaging read for children.Part 2 The Great Kapok Tree AuthorLynne Cherry is an American author and illustrator known for her contributions to children's literature, particularly focused on themes related to nature and environmentalism. She published her well-known book "The Great Kapok Tree" in 1990. This picture book tells the story of a man who falls asleep under a kapok tree in the Amazon rainforest, and while he sleeps, the animals of the rainforest come to plead for the tree's life, emphasizing the importance of preserving nature. Other WorksLynne Cherry has written and illustrated several other books, including but not limited to:"How Groundhog's Garden Grew" (1999)"The Sea, The Storm, and The Mangrove Tangle" (2000)"A River Ran Wild: An Environmental History" (1992)"The Great Kapok Tree: A Tale of the Amazon Rain Forest" (1990) (English version)"The Great Kapok Tree: A Tale of the Amazon Rain Forest" (2002) (Spanish edition) "The Litle Green Frog" (1996)"The Little Green Frog" (an edition of 2011)"Flute's Journey – The Life of a Bird in the Rain Forest" (2000) Best EditionsWhile the term "best" can be subjective depending on the criteria (like popularity, educational impact, editions), "The Great Kapok Tree" remains one of her most celebrated works due to its critical acclaim and educational value regarding conservation and biodiversity. The original 1990 edition is often regarded as the classic version, but newer editions have been released to update illustrations and text. Schools and educators often prefer editions that include supplementary teaching guides or activities, so editions with these features may be considered the best for classroom use. Overall, Lynne Cherry's works, especially "The Great Kapok Tree," are praised for their stunning artwork and impactful storytelling, making them valuable in both home and educational settings.Part 3 The Great Kapok Tree ChaptersThe overall theme of "The Great Kapok Tree" by Lynne Cherry centers around the importance of rainforest conservation and the interconnectedness of all living things. The story emphasizes the significance of preserving natural habitats and the consequences of human actions on the environment. Main Chapter Content:Introduction to the Kapok Tree: The story opens with the description of a magnificent kapok tree in the Amazon rainforest, illustrating its grandeur and the diverse ecosystem it supports, emphasizing its vital role

This week, we're honored to welcome Louis Alexander, a Guinness World Record-holding adventurer and endurance athlete from London. At just 25 years old, Louis has already achieved feats that most of us can only dream of—running marathons on all seven continents and swimming marathons in all seven seas. His journey has taken him from the frozen landscapes of Antarctica to the sweltering waters of the Arabian Sea, testing the limits of human endurance while raising tens of thousands of dollars for charity.Louis takes us on a journey through his transformation from an ordinary young man to a full-time professional adventurer. He shares the pivotal moment that sparked his passion for adventure—climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in honor of his late grandfather, Captain Rick Taylor, who inspired his mission to raise awareness for dementia. That first adventure ignited a fire within him, leading to a relentless pursuit of challenges that push the boundaries of physical and mental endurance.In this episode, we explore the mindset and grit required to take on such extraordinary challenges, the lessons Louis has learned from the world's most extreme environments, and the profound sense of purpose that drives him. From the Amazon Rainforest to the Arctic Circle, Louis shares stories of triumph, struggle, and the power of finding meaning through adventure.Join us for an inspiring conversation about embracing risk, building resilience, and using adventure as a force for good.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit akiyaproject.substack.comIf you believe that America's national park system is one of the greatest achievements in the country‘s history — and is for the betterment of mankind — you'd find yourself in the company of the majority, including me. However, Cronon articulates a fascinating history of post-Civil War America and the winding down of the Indian wars. At this time, many native Indians were forced off their land to establish the national parks across the country in the name of keeping the land “pristine” and “sublime”. Naturally, we think of this as an absurd tragedy. We often think of the native people as having a deep connection with the land and a deep connection to their human nature. Why, then, would we divorce them from their natural place and way of life in order to respect an arbitrary line on the map? In his essay, Cronon argues that we all possess the same human nature, whether we are native Indian, American settlers moving out West, Swiss mountaineers, or Japanese farmers. However, in our modern world, we Americans seem to have forgotten that truth that we are embued with human nature. Modernity and industrialization have done a good job of detaching us from the land, the fruits of our labor, and the wrath of natural disaster. Cronon says that we have fetishized the wilderness out there and have failed to recognize the wilderness in here. From a practical matter of public policy, it makes no sense to dismantle the national parks nor would I ever advocate for such action. However, my experiences in Japan, in Switzerland, and the reflections I've gained from reading this essay have taught me that it does little good to treat far-flung places as separate from civilization. If we do so, it becomes easy to slip into the mindset that we humans are devoid of nature, or worse, are contaminants to it. Instead, Cronon argues that we should tend to our gardens, care for the trees along our sidewalks, and clean the streams in our neighborhoods just as if they are Yosemite Valley, the Amazon Rainforest, or the Ganges River. There is a beautiful Buddhist belief that says that as you walk along the street and look upon the faces of the strangers going past you, you may just be looking at the face of the Buddha. In the same way, the nature in your backyard exemplifies the sublime if you only look close enough.Local Japan Podcast is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Books Mentioned In This Episode:When you purchase a book (or anything on Amazon) with the links below, you support me and the podcast at no extra cost to you:* Uncommon Ground: Toward Reinventing Nature by William Cronon* The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals by Michael Pollan* Walking by Henry David Thoreau* My First Summer in the Sierra by John Muir* Ranch Life and the Hunting Trail by Theodore Roosevelt* The End of Nature by Bill McKibben* This Is Dinosaur: Echo Park Country and Its Magic River by Wallace Stegner* Home Economics by Wendell BerryLinks to More Resources:* Profesor William Cronon* President Theodore Roosevelt* John Muir* William Woodsworth* Hayao Miyazaki* Princess Mononoke* Wendell Berry* Learn Ikebana in Kobe (with me and a local expert!) on TripAdvisor* The Akiya Project on YouTubeProducts Used For the Build* Rockwool Insulation* Wood PuttyIf you'd like to see the visual media and photos behind this paywall, please subscribe for $5 a month or just $40 a year!

Diane Burko's work in painting, photography, and time-based media considers the marks that human conversations make on the landscape. A Professor Emerita of the Community College of Philadelphia with additional teaching experience at Princeton University, Burko has received multiple grants from the NEA, the Pennsylvania Arts Council, the Leeway Foundation and the Independence Foundation. She has received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Women's Caucus for Art. After focusing for several decades on monumental geological formations and waterways through landscape painting, Burko has shifted in the past 20 years to analyze the impact of industrial and colonial activity on those same landscapes. Burko's practice seeks to visually emulsify interconnected subjects– extraction, deforestation, extinction, environmental justice, indigenous genocide, ecological degradation, climate collapse– so viewers might feel their connection viscerally through the beauty of her work. While her work deals with impending climate catastrophe, rather than lingering in dystopia, it celebrates the sublimity of the landscape by honoring the intricate geological and political webs that shape the identity of a place. Burko has exhibited extensively nationally and internationally, including shows at London's Royal Academy of Art, Minneapolis Art Institute, National Academy of Sciences, Phillips Collection, RISD Museum Tang Museum, Wesleyan University Center for the Arts, and the Círculo de Bellas Artes in Madrid. She has been awarded residencies in Giverny, Bellagio, the Arctic Circle, and the Amazon Rainforest. In 2021, her solo exhibition Seeing Climate Change at the American University Museum was cited in the New York Times as one of the best shows of 2021. Her most recent solo show, Diane Burko: Bearing Witness, open January 31 to March 8, 2025 at Cristin Tierney Gallery was her first solo exhibition in New York in over 40 years. Throughout her practice, Burko especially cherishes her collaborations with researchers in the sciences. She learns the most from “bearing witness” to the land. Diane Burko Summer Heat 1 & 2 2020 Mixed Media on Canvas, 84 x 162 in. overall. Courtesy of the artist and Cristin Tierney Gallery. Photo by Adam Reich. Diane Burko Amazon 34 2024 Mixed Media on Canvas, 20 x 20 in. Courtesy of the artist and Cristin Tierney Gallery. Photo by Adam Reich. Diane Burko Unprecedented Study 1 2021 Mixed Media on Canvas, 20 x 20 in. Courtesy of the artist and Cristin Tierney Gallery. Photo by Adam Reich.

An oldie but a goodie ... throwing it back to 2019 as we're on the road this week, back again with a new episode Thursday over on the www.patreon.com/thecreepdive Would you rather be stuck at sea, sucked from a plane or suspiciously disappear after a car crash? This week, our trifecta of grim is all about travel travesty. First up, Jen I-Laugh-When-I'm-Nervous O'Dwyer relays the tale of Juliane Koepcke, the sole survivor of a plane crash that left her stranded in the Amazon Rainforest. Next up, Sophie I-Have-Short-Story White gives us the literally stomach turning story of a boat crash in shark infested waters. Finally, Cassie Hasn't-Had-Time-To-Prepare Delaney delivers a story worthy of an X-Files plot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just back from a missions trip to the Brazilian Rainforest, David shares about one of the best Amazon experiences he has ever had. The Fed had a meeting recently and rates are holding steady. There were no talks about a rate cut regime but David feels like there will cuts in June, around the time he thinks tariff talks will be over. As always you can listen to David on WCRF Cleveland 103.3 every Thursday from 8AM - 9AM or on the Moody Radio App. Email any financial questions to Kory@epsf.com Twitter(X) @skibucks1 For more information on the Amazon well drill, please visit: https://nativosusa.org https://www.gofundme.com        Search: David Szafranski

Just a few decades after peregrine falcons make a comeback in USA, a new threat appears as conservationists notice declines in breeding populations & Nadia dives into what the heck is going on! Ryan shares a story from the Amazon Rainforest as the city of Belem prepares for COP30 in Autumn this year but are the consequences too much to justify the preparations? Show notes: Links to all stories mentioned: Peregrine Falcons / Amazon Rainforest Support us: If you'd like to say "cheers" to the Into The Wild team & help support us with running costs, you can make a one off donation or sign up for a monthly tip on www.ko-fi.com/intothewildpod Chat with us: We're on Instagram & BlueSky or you can chuck us an email at intothewildpod@mail.com. To follow the hosts of the show, Ryan & Nadia, follow them at @mrryanjdalton & @buteblackbird 

Organizers of half-marathon apologize after reusing cups during event, Headline of the week contender: Eight miles of Amazon Rain Forest cut down to build four-lane highway for climate summit, Woman says 'bathroom divorce' has saved her marriage

In this totally random rant: UPS drama, the new studio chair, Jose's life updates, the size of the Amazon Rainforest, veggie tales, the new Shrek animation, and the Oscars. 

We love wildlife travel. I know, it's not a shock. But which is best for you? What is each experience like? We discuss our different wildlife trips and which ones we'd recommend based on what you want to do. Between the Amazon Rainforest, Galapagos, African safari, jungles, gorilla trekking, etc. there is a lot of epic wildlife viewing to be had. Here are some blog posts about our wildlife travels: Best Amazon Rainforest Lodge: Tambopata Research Center How to Choose Where to Stay in the Peruvian Amazon 2-Week South Africa Trip 10 Days in South Africa Masai Mara Guide and Itinerary What to Pack For Gorilla Trekking How Much Does Gorilla Trekking Cost in Uganda? 10 Day Uganda Trip 4 Days in the Costa Rican Rainforest   Check us out on Substack: Follow for updates, free and paid posts, and exclusive podcast episodes! Subscribe here to get this exclusive content now! Traveling to France? Check out our Facebook Group called France Travel Tips to ask/answer questions and learn more! Don't forget to follow along! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldwidehoneymoon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/worldwidehoneymoon TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@worldwidehoneymoon BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/worldwidehoneymoon.bsky.social World Wide Honeymoon Blog: https://worldwidehoneymoon.com France Voyager Blog: https://francevoyager.com Subscribe to the World Wide Honeymoon blog here for monthly updates and tips + get our FREE trip planning guide: https://www.subscribepage.com/o4e5c2

In 2004, 29 people were killed by members of the Cinta Larga tribe in Brazil's Amazon basin. The story shocked the country – but the truth of what happened is still being fought over By Alex Cuadros. Read by Felipe Pacheco. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpod

Meet Dominique Mann, a versatile writer, storyteller, and passionate traveler! Join us as Dominique takes us deep into her transformative journey in the Amazon rainforest. Plus, hear how her personal heritage inspires her travel dreams, including a future journey to Italy, and discover the art of creative storytelling in the digital age. Don't forget to leave us a Google review: Review us here! Find us on GoodPods: Listen here!Connect with Dominique Mann: Website:⁠ ⁠dominiquejacquelinemann.com ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠Connect with Had To Be There: Website: ⁠hadtobethere.net⁠ Instagram: ⁠@hadtobethere203⁠ Facebook: ⁠@hadtobethere203⁠ Twitter: ⁠@hadtobethere203⁠Connect with Vacations by Kelly for your next trip: Website: ⁠trips.hadtobethere.net⁠ Instagram: ⁠@vacationsby_kelly⁠ Facebook: ⁠@vacationsbykelly⁠ Twitter: ⁠@kellyvacations⁠ Email: ⁠kelly.acevedo@academytravel.com

In this episode, Johnny Mac shares five uplifting news stories. Explore a survey revealing dog owners' instant connections with their pets, often stronger than with their partners. Learn about scientists mapping the fly's brain to understand brain function better. Hear the touching story of a garbage truck driver becoming a positive role model for a three-year-old admirer. Celebrate the creation of a massive protected area in the Brazilian Amazon, safeguarding some of the tallest and oldest trees. And finally, rejoice as a kangaroo, escaped due to a bear, is safely recovered in Florida. 00:00 Introduction and Dog Lovers' Instant Connection01:29 The Fascinating Fly Brain02:39 Heartwarming Friendship: Garbage Truck Driver and a Toddler03:37 Amazon Rainforest's New Protected Area04:17 Escaped Kangaroo in FloridaUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNITERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!   

Leaders across industries and geographies are having to learn what it takes to drive progress in dynamic and unpredictable times. In this episode of On Connection, we engage with Ryo Penna, an entrepreneur, facilitator, and "practical philosopher", to explore how conscious leadership can drive systemic prosperity. Drawing from his global experiences and recent research at University College London, Ryo delves into the importance of interpersonal skills, conscious collaboration, and effective listening in fostering systemic change. Learn how these principles can empower leaders to navigate today's complex and dynamic environments. Join us for an insightful discussion on leadership and the transformative power of connection.About Ryo PennaRyo is a combination of entrepreneur and practical philosopher, especially fond of Socrates and Rumi. As challenging as it may sound, he is passionate about illuminating love, compassion, and empathy as skills that are core to any successful business. He likes to design good questions as a powerful tool of transformation. You can watch his TEDx Talk about “The Wisdom of Questions” (English subtitles) on YouTube. Ryo has worked across geographies with corporations such as Unilever, DHL, Motorola, billion-dollar startups, and Amazon Rainforest communities. He co-founded and served as CEO of Grupo Anga&Din4mo, a holding of remote and self-managed companies that vary from consultancies to investing firms. He has spent most of his time working as CEO of Tribo, a consulting firm for organizational culture and conscious leadership. Grupo Anga&Din4mo is also the official publisher of MIT Sloan Review Brazil. Ryo also serves as advisor at Brasil Júnior (Brazil's biggest university entrepreneurs network, where he also served as president back in college, leading more than 20k students) and Conscious Capitalism Brazil.Ryo's websiteConnect with Ryo on LinkedInUniversity of College London Institute for Global Prosperity

The Amazon rainforest, with its vast influence on global weather, its rivers supplying a quarter of the world's freshwater, and its role as home to 10% of known lifeforms, is crucial to the planet. This week on New Thinking for a New World, Colombian marine biologist Fernando Trujillo, a 2024 Tällberg-SNF-Eliasson Global Leadership Prize winner and National Geographic Explorer of the Year, discusses his efforts to protect the Amazon's freshwater basin amid record drought, historically low river levels, and rising water temperatures. Can the Amazon's decline be stopped? Tune in to hear his insights. This episode was originally published on December 11, 2024.

This week we talk about Austin's most haunted hotel, the Driskill! Haunted by a cowboy, a bride, and even a U.S. President! We also get into the legend of the Amazon Rainforest's Mapinguari! A fearsome beast with one eye and a terrible stench. Stay until the end for a surprise! Email us your stories!!! or if you want to sponsor us ;)  Email - ⁠⁠⁠mysteriesmythslegends@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠  ESTY: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.etsy.com/shop/LuxieandLuna?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=826447453⁠⁠⁠  We post pictures of our stories every week on instagram!!!! FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS:  Tiktok: @myths_podcast  Instagram: @myths_podcast  Facebook: Mysteries, Myths, and Legends Taylor's Instagram: @teeelive  Savannah's Instagram: @kavannahaha 

Send us a textDeep in the Amazon, the Koepcke family embarks on a dream to build a research station, but fate has other plans. In Sole Survivor: Part One - The Flight, we follow young Juliane Koepcke's journey from a remote jungle childhood to a tragic flight that will change her life forever. As LANSA Flight 508 takes off on Christmas Eve, passengers unknowingly board a doomed aircraft with a history of deadly failures. When a violent storm engulfs the plane, Juliane's world is torn apart in an instant. Join us as we uncover the gripping true story of survival, loss, and resilience in the face of unimaginable odds.Send show suggestions to:TheSecretSitsPodcast@gmail.comFollow us on our social media at:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwnfvpNBYTo9BP1sVuFsfGQTheSecretSitsPodcast (@secretsitspod) / Twitterhttps://www.instagram.com/thesecretsitspodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/TheSecretSitsPodcasthttps://www.tiktok.com/@thesecretsitspodcast?lang=enSupport the showhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/TheSecretSitsAll sources can be found in the show transcript.#JulianeKoepcke #SoleSurvivor #PlaneCrash #Flight508 #AviationDisaster #SurvivalStory #AmazonRainforest #LANSA #TrueSurvival #MiracleInTheJungle #TrueCrime #TrueCrimeCommunity #TrueCrimePodcast #Crime #TrueCrimeAddict #Podcast #Murder #TrueCrimeJunkie #SerialKiller #UnsolvedMysteriesSupport the show

Send us a textDeep in the Amazon, the Koepcke family embarks on a dream to build a research station, but fate has other plans. In Sole Survivor: Part One - The Flight, we follow young Juliane Koepcke's journey from a remote jungle childhood to a tragic flight that will change her life forever. As LANSA Flight 508 takes off on Christmas Eve, passengers unknowingly board a doomed aircraft with a history of deadly failures. When a violent storm engulfs the plane, Juliane's world is torn apart in an instant. Join us as we uncover the gripping true story of survival, loss, and resilience in the face of unimaginable odds.Send show suggestions to:TheSecretSitsPodcast@gmail.comFollow us on our social media at:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwnfvpNBYTo9BP1sVuFsfGQTheSecretSitsPodcast (@secretsitspod) / Twitterhttps://www.instagram.com/thesecretsitspodcasthttps://www.facebook.com/TheSecretSitsPodcasthttps://www.tiktok.com/@thesecretsitspodcast?lang=enSupport the showhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/TheSecretSitsAll sources can be found in the show transcript.#JulianeKoepcke #SoleSurvivor #PlaneCrash #Flight508 #AviationDisaster #SurvivalStory #AmazonRainforest #LANSA #TrueSurvival #MiracleInTheJungle #TrueCrime #TrueCrimeCommunity #TrueCrimePodcast #Crime #TrueCrimeAddict #Podcast #Murder #TrueCrimeJunkie #SerialKiller #UnsolvedMysteriesSupport the show

Rainforest Foundation US executive director Suzanne Pelletier explains why the NGO is raising 100 BTC for a strategic Bitcoin reserve and how the fund will be used to help protect the Amazon rainforest, combat climate change and protect Indigenous rights. She explains how crypto adoption by nonprofits can increase their financial resilience.(00:00) Introduction to The Agenda podcast and this week's episode(01:38) The Rainforest Foundation US mission(03:55) Why RFUS launched a strategic Bitcoin reserve(05:58) Trauma exhaustion and fundraising struggles(08:20) Fundraising Bitcoin for NGOs(11:57) Matching RFUS's annual budget with a 100 BTC reserve(14:21) How RFUS will use the strategic Bitcoin reserve(17:14) Raising money from crypto community vs. traditional sources(18:56) Risk of deforestation climate change tipping point(21:56) Addressing Bitcoin environmental impact(25:59) How RFUS works in tandem with Indigenous communities(30:33) Navigating international and local politics(32:42) RFUS origin story and why it embraced crypto(36:57) What's next for RFUS in 2025(38:31) How to donate and get involvedThe Agenda is brought to you by Cointelegraph and hosted/produced by Ray Salmond and Jonathan DeYoung, with post-production by Elena Volkova (Hatch Up). Follow Cointelegraph on X (Twitter) at @Cointelegraph, Jonathan at @maddopemadic and Ray at @HorusHughes. Jonathan is also on Instagram at @maddopemadic, and he made the music for the podcast — hear more at madic.art.Follow the Rainforest Foundation US on X at  @RainforestUS.Check out Cointelegraph at cointelegraph.com.If you like what you heard, rate us and leave a review!The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast are its participants' alone and do not necessarily reflect or represent the views and opinions of Cointelegraph. This podcast (and any related content) is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, nor should it be taken as such. Everyone must do their own research and make their own decisions. The podcast's participants may or may not own any of the assets mentioned.

Welcome to the latest episode of The Florida Project – the podcast where Disney fans celebrate Walt Disney World and all things Disney! In this episode, we'll discuss some nonsense in small topics, and then we'll all catch up on the last couple of months of Disney news! All of that and more is coming up in this week's episode of The Florida Project!-- Recorded on January 23, 2025Small TopicsWould you rather survive 2 weeks snowed in at your house with very intermittent power but no internet or tv or 24 hours in a random spot in the Amazon Rainforest with survival equipment, after attending an 8 hour survival crash course?Oscar noms came out today. We'll talk about them in this week's extra but do you try to watch all of the movies before the ceremony? How often have you succeeded in that endeavor?We all play Wordle every morning and have a thread where we share our results. What is your starter word and do you have any tips, tricks, or strategies to share?Discussion TopicDisney News RoundupUpcoming EpisodesTBDPlugsJason: @Schmuck00Will: @ThyWillBDunnMichael: @MichaelMcDuckSite: http://www.tfppodcast.comBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tfppodcast.bsky.socialInstagram: http://instagram.com/tfppodcastThreads: https://www.threads.net/@tfppodcastPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/tfppodcastSupport the show

This week we look into the Yacumama! She is a giant serpent who is said to be a deity in the Amazon Rainforest and Amazon River Basin… Have you ever heard of the Yacumama? Sponsors Me Undies – MeUndies.com/graveyard Every Plate – Everyplate.com/podcast (Code: graveyardpf) Fum – TryFum.com/tales (Code: tales) Check out our sources below for more info and to continue learning! Please Rate & Review us wherever you get your Podcasts!  Mail us something:  GYT Podcast PO Box 542762 Grand Prairie, TX 75054 Leave us a Voicemail or shoot us a text! 430-558-1304 Our Website WWW.GraveYardPodcast.com Patreon https://www.patreon.com/GraveYardTales Youtube: Youtube.com/c/GraveYardTales Rumble – GraveYard Tales Podcast Do you want GraveYard Merch?!?! Go to https://www.teepublic.com/stores/graveyard-tales?ref_id=22286 to get you some!  Visit Podbelly.comto find more shows like us and to get information you might need if you're starting your own podcast. Thank You Darron for our Logo!! You can get in touch with Darron for artwork by searching Darron DuBose on Facebook or Emailing him at art_injector@yahoo.com Thank you to Brandon Adams for our music tracks!! If you want to hear more from Brandon check him out at: Soundcloud.com/brandonadamsj Youtube.com/brandonadams93 Or to get in touch with him for compositions email him at Brandon_adams@earthlink.net Our Contacts WWW.GraveYardPodcast.com Email us at: GraveYardTalesPodcast@gmail.com Find us on social media: Twitter: @GrveYrdPodcast Facebook: @GraveYardTalesPodcast Instagram: @GraveYardTalesPodcast Sources https://www.ancient-origins.net/weird-facts/yacumama-serpent-0020539 https://www.rainforest-alliance.org/everyday-actions/11-amazing-rainforest-animals/?matchtype=p&creative=705973771421&device=c&gad_source=1&keyword=tropical+forests&network=g https://www.peruforless.com/blog/amazon-rainforest-animals https://www.britannica.com/place/Amazon-River https://www.geographyrealm.com/geography-facts-about-the-amazon-river/ https://www.britannica.com/animal/anaconda https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/23/americas/worlds-biggest-snake-amazon-intl-scli-scn/index.html https://www.ourbreathingplanet.com/green-anaconda/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAvvO7BhC-ARIsAGFyToUU-MtryLfCME7jsId6ChHNZr-R3qFhQR4BNEibpPxOGXNUUv5wO3UaAsCfEALw_wcB https://nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/green-anaconda https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/terra-preta https://www.science.org/content/article/ancient-amazonians-created-mysterious-dark-earth-purpose https://www.thearchaeologist.org/blog/yacumama-the-myths-around-the-mysterious-giant-serpent-that-dwells-in-the-amazonian-waters https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Titanoboa https://abookofcreatures.com/2017/03/24/yakumama/ https://nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/green-anaconda#:~:text=Size-,Green%20anacondas%20are%20one%20of%20the%20largest%20snakes%20in%20the,550%20pounds%20(250%20kilograms). https://www.petmd.com/reptile/species/reticulated-python http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/northern_ireland/8127436.stm

This week, we take a look at Last Chance Tourism.Tourism companies around the world have started to advertise specific destinations to travelers, because those locations have a very unique offering.Namely, they are vanishing.From glaciers, to polar bears, to the Amazon Rainforest. Marketers are using a strategy called “Loss Aversion” – where the emotional impact of a loss is felt more intensely than a gain.So people are rushing to these locations, afraid they might miss their last chance to see them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pooja Bakhai: The Path to Becoming An Authenticity Coach Pooja Bakhai is a life coach, spiritual mentor & writer known for her ability to create lasting positive change in her clients and students from all walks of life. Pooja's journey to curing stage four cancer in her own life inspired her to leave her PhD program at Harvard to pursue her passion of supporting others to transform their lives from within. Since 2020, Pooja Bakhai Coaching has supported hundreds of men, women and children from around the world to achieve their dreams. During this time, Pooja published her first book, Cosmic Wilderness while studying the science of self and spirituality living with an indigenous community in the Amazon Rainforest. Prior to founding her coaching business, Pooja was a talented educator in New York City public schools. Pooja is a graduate of Stanford & Harvard Universities but firmly believes that life itself is our greatest teacher. You can read more about Pooja's story and offerings at poojabakhai.com. Link: https://www.poojabakhai.com/ Support PEG by checking out our Sponsors: Download and use Newsly for free now from www.newsly.me or from the link in the description, and use promo code “GHOST” and receive a 1-month free premium subscription. The best tool for getting podcast guests: https://podmatch.com/signup/phantomelectricghost Subscribe to our Instagram for exclusive content: https://www.instagram.com/expansive_sound_experiments/ Subscribe to our YouTube  https://youtube.com/@phantomelectricghost?si=rEyT56WQvDsAoRpr PEG uses StreamYard.com for our live podcasts https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6290085463457792 Get $10.00 Credit for using StreamYard.com when you sign up with our link RSS https://anchor.fm/s/3b31908/podcast/rss

The region drained by the Amazon River, including the Amazon Rainforest, is in the second year of a punishing drought. That has lead to the lowest water levels in more than 100 years for the Amazon and its major tributaries. Millions of people and an array of wildlife depend on those quickly disappearing waters. In a story we first brought you in October, we travel to the region to see the effects. Support our non-profit journalism by joining NPR+Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Area/TopicColombian Amazon, Indigenous Communities, EcotourismMaria SamperCo-OwnerCalanoa AmazonasMaria is a global humanitarian, artist, and singer who has lived in 14 countries, embracing the diversity of cultures and experiences. Maria also facilitates healing workshops, inspired by deep roots in the Amazon, channeling the wisdom and magic from her early years spent with indigenous communities and shamans. Passionate about reconnecting people with their pure human essence, Maria is deeply involved in the Calanoa Project, her family's initiative that invites visitors to explore their true nature in harmony with the natural world. Her life's work is a fusion of art, spirit, and the beauty of human connection.https://www.calanoaamazonas.com/summaryIn this episode of the Big World Made Small podcast, host Jason Elkins speaks with Maria Samper, co-owner of Calanoa Amazonas, about her journey, the importance of responsible tourism, and the deep connection between the Amazon rainforest and the indigenous communities. Maria shares insights into her family's commitment to environmentalism, the cultural exchanges facilitated by Calanoa, and the transformative power of travel. The conversation highlights the significance of understanding local perspectives and the impact of tourism on communities and ecosystems.takeawaysCalanoa Amazonas is more than a lodge; it's a project of love.Maria's upbringing in Colombia shaped her connection to nature.Responsible tourism can provide economic benefits to local communities.Cultural exchange is vital for preserving ancestral traditions.The Amazon rainforest is a unique and generous ecosystem.Traveling helps individuals discover themselves and their values.Community involvement is essential for sustainable tourism.Maria's family has dedicated 40 years to environmental education.The importance of listening to local voices in tourism.Traveling with purpose can lead to meaningful experiences. Learn more about the Big World Made Small Podcast and join our private community to get episode updates, special access to our guests, and exclusive adventure travel offers at bigworldmadesmall.com.

This episode is a fan favorite that was originally published as Episode 476. We hope that you have a happy and safe holiday! Juliane Koepcke's story will have you questioning any recent complaint you've made. This woman was the sole survivor of a plane crash in 1971. After the plane went down, she continued to survive in the AMAZON RAINFOREST among hundreds and hundreds of predators. It took 11 days for her to be rescued and when you hear what Julianne faced within those 11 days, you will be a changed human.When I Fell From the Sky by Juliane KoepckeList of books to help with fear of flying OR just education on flying and flying mechanics! Cockpit Confidential by Patrick SmithSoar by Tom BunnThank you to the Incredible Dave White of Bring Me the Axe Podcast for research and Writing support!ReferencesBBC. 2012. Juliane Koepcke: How I survived a plane crash. March 24. Accessed November 30, 2022. https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-17476615.1998. Wings of Hope. Directed by Werner Herzog. Performed by Juliane Koepcke.Koepcke, Juliane, and Beate Rygiert. 2011. When I Fell From the Sky: the True Story of One Woman's Miraculous Survival.Translated by Ross Benjamin. Green Bay, WI: TitleTown Publishing, LLC.New York Times. 1951. "Colombia Plane Crashes: 27 killed when Lansa Craft Falls." New York Times, March 22: 13.—. 1970. "Peru panel studies crash fatal to 99." New York Times, April 13: 2.—. 1971. "Plane Carrying 93 Missing Over the Mountains of Peru." New York Times, December 25: 20.United Press. 1948. "2 Britons Among 30 Dead In Colombian Air Crash." New York Times, December 16: 16.Wigg, Richard. 1972. "Girl's ordeal starts a jungle search." The Times, January 6: 5.Williams, Sally. 2012. "The woman who fell to earth." Daily Telegraph, March 17.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Amazon rainforest, with its vast influence on global weather, its rivers supplying a quarter of the world's fresh water, and its role as home to 10% of known lifeforms, is crucial to the planet. This week on New Thinking for a New World, Colombian marine biologist Fernando Trujillo, a 2024 Tällberg-SNF-Eliasson Global Leadership Prize winner and National Geographic Explorer of the Year, discusses his efforts to protect the Amazon's freshwater basin amid record drought, historically low river levels, and rising water temperatures. Can the Amazon's decline be stopped? Tune in to hear his insights.

Step into the untamed world of wildlife with Reginald D as he interviews renowned explorer, wildlife expert, and author Rusty Johnson. From a challenging childhood battling dyslexia to captivating audiences at Princeton University, Rusty shares his incredible journey of resilience and passion. Discover his fascinating experiences guiding Amazon jungle tours, co-starring in Hotel Amazon on the Travel Channel, and learning shamanic healing with venom medicine. Rusty's tales of animal training, jungle survival, and connecting with indigenous tribes will inspire and leave you in awe. Don't miss this unforgettable episode packed with adventure, life lessons, and wild wisdom.Rusty has been exploring, filming, and guiding in the Peruvian Amazon for over 20 years. He was the main character and consulting producer of the Travel Channel's Hotel Amazon (currently on DiscoveryPLUS) and has consulted for National Geographic Television, the Discovery Channel, Animal Plants, A&E and Dateline.Rusty shared his incredible journey from a young boy with a passion for animals to becoming an Amazon jungle guide and public speaker and recounted his early fascination with wildlife, struggling with dyslexia and ADD, and his solace and purpose in working with animals.Rusty also shared his adventures in the Amazon rainforest and his insights into natural medicines derived from plants and wildlife, and shared information about the healing properties of these natural remedies and his company, Amazon Holistics, where he grows and provides you with Amazon Holistic plant products.Rusty also touched on his book, "The Twilight of the Wild," which chronicles his life with wildlife and his travels through Africa and the Amazon.This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in wildlife, natural medicine, and the incredible journey of a man dedicated to understanding and protecting the natural world. You can book your own private Amazon tour with Rusty!Rusty's Info:Website: https://www.RustyJohnson.tv    Rusty's Holistic Medicine: https://wwwAmazonHolistics.comSend us a textSupport the showFor daily motivation and inspiration, subscribe and follow Real Talk With Reginald D on social media:Instagram: realtalkwithreginaldd TikTok: @realtalkregd Youtube: @realtalkwithreginald Facebook: realtalkwithreginaldd Twitter Real Talk With Reginald D (@realtalkRegD) / TwitterWebsite: Real Talk With Reginald D https://www.realtalkwithreginaldd.com Real Talk With Reginald D - Merchandise

Protecting 500,000 Acres of Amazon Rainforest from Oil ExtractionOn Episode 8 of the Concordia Summit Series we sit down with Nemonte Nenquimo and Mitch Anderson, Co-founders of Amazon Frontlines. In this episode, we'll explore their newly released memoir, 'We Will Be Jaguars', which shares Nemonte's life story, her people's ancestral wisdom, and the Indigenous fight to protect the Amazon. We'll also discuss recent victories against Big Oil and the work of Amazon Frontlines, which was recently awarded the Hilton Humanitarian Prize. Watch on YouTubeVisit our Website________________________________________To learn more about 'We Will Be Jaguars': https://wewillbejaguars.org/ To learn more about Amazon Frontlines: https://amazonfrontlines.org/

Nemonte Nenquimo is the first female leader of the Amazon's Waorani people, and her memoir, “We Will Be Jaguars,” is the November pick for Reese's Book Club. It's an incredible story of resistance, of climate activism, and of protecting the rights of indigenous peoples. She reflects on her culture's deep connection to the land, the spiritual significance of the jaguar, and her mission to ensure that indigenous stories and wisdom are preserved. Plus, journalist and entrepreneur Nicole Lapin drops some knowledge on the power of passive income. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On most trips, you know the essentials to pack: socks, underwear, jeans, tops, toiletries, etc. But what do you pack for an adventurous trip? In this adventure traveler's packing list, we're discussing some key things you'll want to pack based on the destination you're going to. Whether you're hiking in Iceland in winter, going gorilla trekking in Uganda, catching the Northern Lights in Finland, or even hiking in the Amazon Rainforest, these are some key things to add to your packing list. Want more ideas? Here are some great packing lists for your future adventure trips: Peru Packing List Southeast Asia Packing List Europe Winter Packing List Belize Packing List Check Us Out On Substack: Follow for updates, free and paid posts, and exclusive podcast episodes! Subscribe here to get this exclusive content now! Traveling to France? Check out our Facebook Group called France Travel Tips to ask/answer questions and learn more! Don't forget to follow along! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldwidehoneymoon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/worldwidehoneymoon TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@worldwidehoneymoon World Wide Honeymoon Blog: https://worldwidehoneymoon.com France Voyager Blog: https://francevoyager.com Subscribe to the World Wide Honeymoon blog here for monthly updates and tips + get our FREE trip planning guide: https://www.subscribepage.com/o4e5c2

Edward Rosenthal spent three transformative months volunteering in the Amazon rainforest of Peru, working alongside conservationists to protect one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth. Inspired by explorer Paul Rosolie, Edward shares what it's like to live in the jungle, his encounters with wildlife, and the challenges of conservation work in such a remote area. Learn how volunteering efforts are making an impact and what it takes to contribute to preserving this vital ecosystem for future generations.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/globetrotters-podcast--5023679/support.

(Conversation recorded on October 2nd, 2024)   For millions of years, the Amazon Rainforest has been home to a stunning array of plant and animal species, has shaped our world's climate, provided for millions of humans, and, as today's guest likes to put it, served as “the heart of the planet.” But what economic and political factors are putting this vital ecosystem at risk, and what can be done to keep the “world's heart” beating for future generations of all species? In this conversation, Nate is joined by agronomist & economist André Guimarães to explore the historical context – and modern expansion – of deforestation in Brazil; the difficult relationship between local economies, animal agriculture, and the health of the Amazon at large; and the role of policy in shaping environmental and developmental outcomes. André emphasizes the importance of indigenous peoples in conservation efforts, as well as the responsibility to ‘act locally while thinking globally' to ensure that the Amazon can continue to provide not only for its inhabitants, but for the world at large. Why is the Amazon Rainforest so important for global food production, and can it continue its massive output while sustaining the health of the forest? Why is the Amazon Rainforest burning? What is the Brazilian government's current approach to regulating deforestation, and how do local Brazillians, their families, and their economic realities fit into the conversation? Finally, how can we fulfill our global responsibility, no matter where we live, to protect it before it's too late?    About André Guimarães: André Guimarães is the Executive Director of the Amazon Environmental Research Institute, a Brazilian think tank focused on the Amazonian challenges for reaching zero deforestation and sustainable development. He is also the facilitator of the Coalition on Climate Forests and Agriculture, a network of 200+ entities from the rural sector, academia and civil society, focused on the development of a long-term vision for land use in Brazil. Mr. Guimarães is currently the Chairman of the Board at the Amazon Institute for Mankind and the Environment. He also founded and served as the CEO of Brazil Forests, a company dedicated to forest management, conservation and restoration of natural resources.    Show Notes and More Watch this video episode on YouTube   ---   Support The Institute for the Study of Energy and Our Future Join our Substack newsletter Join our Discord channel and connect with other listeners      

Miranda Devine, Fox News Contributor, New York Post columnist, and author of The Big Guy: How a President and His Son Sold Out America, joined The Guy Benson Show today to emphasize the importance of continued scrutiny on the Biden administration during its final weeks in office. Devine also discussed President Biden's apparent delight in meeting with Trump, speculating it reflects his satisfaction over Obama and Pelosi's political miscalculations leading to Kamala Harris' loss. She further explored how deep state corruption paved the way for Biden's downfall and Trump's re-election. Listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode of The Psychedelic Podcast, Paul F. Austin welcomes Carlos Tanner, founder and director of the Ayahuasca Foundation in Iquitos, Peru. Find full show notes and links here: https://thethirdwave.co/podcast/episode-277-carlos-tanner/?ref=278  Carlos shares his transformative journey from addiction to becoming an apprentice of master shaman Don Juan Tangoa Paima, leading to the creation of the Ayahuasca Foundation in 2009. He discusses the integration of Western educational approaches with ancestral healing traditions, the foundation's groundbreaking research on ayahuasca's effects on PTSD, and his vision for bridging indigenous wisdom with modern psychedelic therapy. Carlos Tanner has been studying ayahuasca and plant medicine in the Amazon Rainforest since 2003. As the director of the Ayahuasca Foundation, which he founded in 2009 in Iquitos, Peru, Carlos organizes healing retreats and educational courses led by indigenous curanderos. These programs help people heal from conditions ranging from depression to cancer or learn about Amazonian ancestral healing traditions. Since 2017, the Ayahuasca Foundation has partnered with Onaya Science to research the ayahuasca tradition's effects on depression, anxiety, and trauma. The research has led to over a dozen published articles showing significant reductions in depression and anxiety symptoms, along with improvements in PTSD, chronic pain, and other health issues. Highlights: Journey from depression and addiction to discovering ayahuasca in Peru The transformative experience of his first ayahuasca ceremonies Background on Don Juan Tangoa Paima and his unique multicultural lineage Development of structured educational programs for ayahuasca training Discussion of the art form approach to plant medicine Evolution of the Ayahuasca Foundation over 15 years The importance of spirit relationships in healing work Research on ayahuasca and PTSD Ayahuasca's potential effects on PTSD and childhood trauma Episode Sponsor: The Practitioner Certification Program by Third Wave's Psychedelic Coaching Institute.

(Conversation recorded on September 25th, 2024)     The Amazon Rainforest is one of the Earth's most vital systems, playing a key role in maintaining the balance and stability of our climate. Yet this extraordinary ecosystem, which influences global rainfall patterns and regulates temperatures, is increasingly threatened by human activity. What is the current status of the ancient Amazon Rainforest, and how could its trajectory shape the entire planet for thousands of years to come?  In today's episode, Nate speaks with Earth scientist Carlos Nobre to explore the critical challenges facing the Amazon. They delve into the rainforest's unique ecological dynamics, the devastating impact of deforestation and wildfires on its ability to function, and how the health of the Amazon directly influences the climate of the entire world. In what ways does the astounding biodiversity of the Amazon play critical roles in its resilience, and how is that biodiversity being put at risk? How could a system that has sustained its own water cycles for millions of years suddenly tip into a self-drying savanna? Finally, what actions should countries – beyond the Amazonia region itself – take to support the conservation and restoration of the world's largest rainforest and the people that call it home?    About Carlos Nobre: Carlos A. Nobre is an Earth Scientist from Brazil, currently associated with the University of São Paulo. He is also the co-chair of the Science Panel for the Amazon-SPA. He obtained his PhD in Meteorology at MIT. Nobre's work mostly focuses on the Amazon and its impact on the Earth System. He chaired the Large-Scale Biosphere-Atmosphere Experiment in Amazonia (LBA). He is a foreign member of the US National Academy of Sciences and the Royal Society, and member of the Brazilian Academy of Sciences and the World Academy of Sciences. He was awarded several prizes including the Volvo Environmental Prize, the AAAS Science Diplomacy Award and AAAS Fellow Award. He also developed the Amazonia 4.0 initiative, an innovative project to demonstrate the feasibility of a new socio-bioeconomy of standing forests and flowing rivers in the Amazon.   Show Notes and More Watch this video episode on Youtube   ---   Support The Institute for the Study of Energy and Our Future Join our Substack newsletter Join our Discord channel and connect with other listeners