Podcasts about Amazon rainforest

On this episode, I sit down with LA based visual artist, illustrator, climate strategist, birder, wildlife photographer, and outdoor adventurer Valeree Catangay at the Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook in Los Angeles, California. Val takes me through her Long Beach roots, how Animal Planet and Tree Musketeers sparked her love for nature, and a formative Earth Watch scholarship trip to Texas studying whooping crane ecosystems. She shares how birding became a grounding practice during a tough season of life and naturally led her into wildlife photography, plus how her plein air painting community, Warrior Painters, makes her hyper-aware of light, weather, and seasonality. We also get into her Coastal Connections zine inspired by the Audubon Coastal Leadership Program, practical ways to plug into LA's environmental community, her favorite local spots (Anza-Borrego, Sepulveda Basin, Ballona Wetlands), her Brower Youth Award and UCLA Environmentalists of Color Collective work, her sustainability role at Earth Justice, completing the Sierra Club Wilderness Travel Course, and birding and travel experiences in Peru and the Philippines.Follow Valeree on IG:https://www.instagram.com/valereeplantshttps://www.instagram.com/valoutdoorshttps://www.instagram.com/valereecatLean more about Valeree and support her work on https://www.valereecatangay.com/Follow Just Trek on https://instagram.com/just.trekShop Just Trek merch on ⁠⁠https://www.justtrek.net/shop⁠⁠Become a Just Trek Patron member on https://www.patreon.com/justtrekListen to more podcast episodes on ⁠⁠https://www.justtrek.net⁠⁠Want to send me a message? Email me at ⁠⁠justtrekofficial@gmail.com⁠⁠ or DM on Instagram @just.trek

Stewart Alsop hosts a conversation with Oliver Polzin, a founding team member of Meow Wolf and naturalist, exploring the intersection of creativity, conservation, and architecture. Oliver discusses his current postgraduate work at SCI-Arc in Los Angeles studying synthetic landscapes through an architectural lens, his deep fascination with Pleistocene megafauna and the La Brea Tar Pits, and his vision for creating a "biophilic culture" that reframes humanity's relationship with other species and ecosystems. The discussion ranges from Oliver's early work building mud caves at Meow Wolf to his current explorations of AI-assisted design tools, 3D printing with recycled materials, holistic grazing management systems for the Great Plains, and the ancient Amazonian practice of creating terra preta soil—all part of his broader investigation into how we can design interventions for climate and conservation issues while maintaining what makes us fundamentally human.Timestamps00:00 Stewart introduces Oliver Polzin from Meow Wolf's founding team and discusses how his yoga teaching there inspired the podcast's exploration of creativity and stress relationships.05:00 Oliver describes his architecture graduate program studying climate and conservation through synthetic landscapes, contrasting dark green naturalist ecology with bright green capitalist environmentalism.10:00 Discussion of conservation ethics and AI's potential for monitoring environmental systems, with Oliver explaining his journey from painting to experimental mud construction at early Meow Wolf.15:00 Stewart shares his robotics learning journey with ESP32s in Buenos Aires while Oliver questions humanoid robot design, suggesting functional form factors matter more than human resemblance.20:00 Oliver explores cardboard as material obsession and explains treasure hunt mechanics in Meow Wolf exhibits, creating dopamine-driven discovery experiences through layered storytelling.25:00 Stewart describes creating treasure hunts for Spanish learners in Buenos Aires parks while Oliver validates experiential art's growing importance in an increasingly digital culture.30:00 Conversation shifts to three-d printing flexible filaments for architectural models and Oliver's megafauna book project about La Brea Tar Pits Pleistocene fossils.35:00 Oliver connects Earth consciousness to Pale Blue Dot perspective, arguing humans face developmental threshold understanding planetary responsibility after 300,000 years as anatomically modern species.40:00 Deep dive into end-Pleistocene extinction events and megafauna loss, discussing two-ton capybaras and how predator relationships shaped human psychology and anxiety responses.45:00 Oliver presents speculative Great Plains biopreserve concept with de-extinct megafauna, contrasting holistic rotational grazing with destructive monoculture agriculture systems.50:00 Discussion concludes with Amazonian dark earth technology and indigenous landscape management, emphasizing need for biophilic culture embracing deep time ecological perspective.Key Insights1. Oliver Polzin is part of the founding team of Meow Wolf and is currently studying at SCI-Arc in Downtown LA in a postgraduate program called Synthetic Landscapes, which examines global scale climate and conservation issues through an architectural lens. Architecture exists between art and science, and he believes architectural thinking offers a valuable framework for designing interventions for climate and conservation challenges. This program represents a significant evolution from his earlier work at Meow Wolf, where he created immersive experiential art installations using materials like adobe and cardboard.2. There is an important distinction in ecological thought between what Paul Kingsnorth calls dark green and light green approaches to environmentalism. The dark green strain represents the older naturalist movement from the early twentieth century, focusing on biological systems, ecosystems, and endangered species. Light green emerged in the 1970s after the Earth Day movement and centers on clean energy, solar panels, and wind power as a way to maintain our current lifestyle. Oliver argues that the bright green approach represents a capitalist overlay that has captured the conservation movement, whereas true conservation requires focusing on actual biological systems rather than just technological solutions.3. The experiential art form that Meow Wolf pioneered still has enormous untapped potential, particularly as society becomes increasingly digital. Oliver believes there will be a huge wave of experiential desire in this decade as people crave human connection and real-world excitement. The treasure hunt and scavenger hunt format represents a compelling form of real-life RPG that creates meaningful human interactions. This type of experience design, which Meow Wolf developed through installations like the House of Eternal Return, plays with human dopamine systems by compelling people to open doors, explore spaces, and follow narrative threads through physical environments.4. The architectural model or dollhouse concept represents a crucial rhetorical tool that Oliver is learning to apply to climate and conservation work. Architects have long created physical models to show stakeholders what a building will be like, and this practice of showing a story in compelling ways for different types of brains is essential for getting traction on projects. While architectural models used to be made from foam core, paper, and balsa wood, they are now largely created through 3D printing, which allows for incredibly complex forms and interlocking structures that would have been impossible to construct manually.5. Oliver is obsessed with megafauna and the end Pleistocene extinction event that occurred roughly twelve thousand years ago. For three hundred thousand years, anatomically modern humans existed alongside massive beasts like short faced bears and American lions, and we were the smaller creatures in the ecosystem. The extinction of over one hundred genera of animals over ninety nine pounds, combined with sea level rise of nearly four hundred feet, fundamentally changed human existence and led to the development of agriculture and civilization. Much of our current psychological development, including anxiety responses, is still based on this time period when we lived among these massive animals.6. The current food system in the Great Plains is fundamentally broken compared to the historical managed food system maintained by Plains tribes, who sustained thirty to sixty million bison through 1800. Oliver explored a speculative project about turning the Great Plains into a massive biopreserve of de-extinct megafauna, contrasting the natural system of rotational grazing where predators keep herds moving with the current monoculture crop agriculture that requires external inputs like fertilizer, pesticides, and herbicides. The natural system builds soil and increases fecundity, while industrial agriculture degrades soil, creates toxic runoff, and produces genetically modified crops that feed animals in toxic concentrated feeding operations.7. The fundamental challenge facing humanity now is creating what Oliver calls a biophilic or ecophilic culture that is loving of other species and our home planet. This requires both psychological shifts and changes in how we design systems at all scales. The Amazon provides a powerful example of this, as recent LiDAR mapping has revealed that what appeared to be pristine wilderness was actually a vast tended garden created by indigenous civilizations who developed technologies like Amazonian dark earth through burning middens with various additives. These cultures understood how to be embedded in a web with other species while playing an important orchestrating role, offering a model for how humans might relate to other forms of life in our current era.

In recognition of World Rainforest Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Nature Connection" Podcast features co-directors Rob Grobman and Chelsea Greene who discuss their acclaimed documentary film, "We Are Guardians," produced by Oscar-winning filmmaker, actor, and environmental activist Fisher Stevens. Available worldwide on digital platforms including Amazon, Apple TV, and Tubi, "We Are Guardians" takes viewers deep into the Brazilian Amazon, where Indigenous Guardians risk their lives to protect one of Earth's most vital ecosystems from illegal logging, mining, land grabbing, and deforestation. The conversation explores the complex intersections of politics, economics, history, science, and environmental stewardship while highlighting the critical role Indigenous communities play in safeguarding the rainforest. Rob and Chelsea share how the film came together, the dangers they faced while filming, and the hope they found through the resilience, courage, and leadership of the people working to protect the Amazon. They also discuss how deforestation impacts global climate stability, biodiversity, freshwater resources, and local communities, and share practical ways individuals can support conservation efforts through advocacy, consumer choices, and direct action. Watch the film, host a screening, support Indigenous Guardians, and learn more at https://www.weareguardiansfilm.com/ 

Send us Fan MailIn this week's episode, I'm joined by Rebekah Senānāyaka, ethnobotanist and PhD graduate in Cultural Anthropology, whose research takes us deep into the Amazonian rainforest. Rebekah spent 27 months immersed in indigenous plant medicine traditions, including her own experiences with ayahuasca and sanango and her work introduces the concept of extended multispecies liminality, exploring what happens when the boundary between human and plant consciousness begins to dissolve.We discuss what it really means to do embodied fieldwork, why the psychedelic renaissance may be missing the point, and what plant medicine traditions can teach us about healing.About: Rebekah Senānāyaka is a cultural psychologist and Ph.D. candidate in Cultural Anthropology, specializing in traditional Amazonian knowledge systems. With extensive fieldwork in the Amazon Rainforest, she examines how Indigenous practices inform modern understandings of altered states of consciousness. Rebekah is the founder of the Student Association of Psychedelic Investigation and a key advocate for integrating traditional and scientific perspectives in psychedelic research. InstagramLinkedInPapersIt Was the Plants that Told Us: An Ethnographic Analysis into Amazonian Knowledge TransmissionSubscribe to the Behind the Stigma podcast on YouTube, Apple Podcast or Spotify. Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behindthestigmapodcast/ 

This week the gang kicks things off discussing the high profile trial of Karmelo Anthony (0:40). Jeff Metcalf makes some unfiltered and racist remarks after trial (27:41). Former NFL player Darren Sharper released from prison to halfway house after serving 10 years (51:19). Former Mayor of DeRidder, LA Misty Roberts sentenced to 90 days in jail after sleeping with 16 year old (56:04). Which movie death hurt you the most (1:03:33). Plane crash and you're stranded for a week, where would you stand the best chance of survival, Amazon Rain Forest, a desert or the ocean (1:07:53). Why don't women find men attractive anymore (1:12:45). Nasty things that people pretend to like (1:22:15) and much more so tune in........

In this episode of The Lucas Mack Show, Lucas sits down with journalist and author John O'Connor to explore the origins of the modern psychedelic movement through the life and legacy of Terence McKenna, one of its most influential and controversial pioneers. Drawing from his new book, A Short, Strange Trip, John examines the infamous 1971 La Chorrera experiment in the Amazon and the ideas that helped shape today's growing fascination with psychedelics, plant medicine, and altered states of consciousness. The conversation moves beyond politics and headlines into deeper questions about healing, spirituality, identity, and the human search for truth. John also shares the personal story that inspired his investigation, including his father's struggle with alcoholism and attempts at psychedelic-assisted therapy. Together, Lucas and John explore how hallucinogens evolved from counterculture taboo into a mainstream wellness movement backed by clinical research, venture capital, and legislative reform, while asking an important question: when does subjective experience become accepted as truth? This is a thought-provoking conversation about belief, healing, consciousness, and the growing intersection between spirituality, psychology, and modern culture. More on John O'ConnorWebsite and Instagram Thank you for listening – if you're struggling to break free and need support – go to my website and www.lucasmack.com. There's you'll find resources like videos and eBooks and information on how to work with me for coaching.

The Amazon was one of the least explored frontiers on Earth… until now. Scientists are scanning the rainforest with advanced LiDAR technology to reveal lost structures hidden below the canopy for centuries. Could they finally uncover the legendary lost city of El Dorado?▀▀▀▀▀▀

This episode hosts John Goedschalk to examine the relationship between environmental sustainability, economic development, and long-term climate resilience in the Amazon rainforest and the Guiana Shield. The conversation explores why the forests of Suriname are disproportionately important to global climate stability, regional rainfall systems, and food production across South America. Drawing on the science behind the “Flying Rivers” system, the discussion explains how rainforest evapotranspiration helps generate and transport moisture across the continent, and why large-scale deforestation could trigger ecosystem collapse, water scarcity, and agricultural disruption far beyond the Amazon itself. The episode also examines the environmental and socioeconomic risks associated with deforestation, illegal gold mining, agricultural expansion, and weak land governance, particularly in regions where communities face poverty, limited education, and few economic alternatives.The episode further explores the intersection of environmental governance, state capacity, and international economic incentives. We discuss how weak institutions, limited enforcement capacity, and poor land-use planning contribute to illegal mining, mercury contamination, and long-term ecological degradation in rainforest regions. The conversation also examines the role of international demand for commodities such as gold, timber, and agricultural products, alongside broader debates within the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change around carbon markets, sequestration, and compensation for maintaining standing forests. A central theme throughout the episode is the argument that the perceived trade-off between economic growth and environmental preservation is often false, particularly when sustainable industries, indigenous stewardship, regenerative sourcing, and nature-based economic models are properly supported. The discussion also highlights the role of indigenous and tribal communities in protecting the Amazon rainforest, the pressures these communities face, and the geopolitical and economic dynamics shaping the future of one of the world's most critical ecological systems.John Goedschalk is a climate economist, sustainability advocate, and former climate negotiator for Suriname. He previously served as Executive Director of Conservation International Suriname and currently advises on climate and biodiversity finance. His work focuses on sustainable economic development, rainforest conservation, carbon finance, and creating commercial models that support standing forests and indigenous communities while reducing pressure from extractive industries.The International Risk Podcast brings you conversations with global experts, frontline practitioners, and senior decision-makers who are shaping how we understand and respond to international risk. From geopolitical instability and organised crime to cybersecurity threats and hybrid warfare, each episode explores the forces transforming our world and what smart leaders must do to navigate them. Whether you're a board member, policymaker, or risk professional, The International Risk Podcast delivers actionable insights, sharp analysis, and real-world stories that matter.Dominic Bowen is the host of The International Risk Podcast and Europe's leading expert on international risk and crisis management. As Head of Strategic Advisory and Partner at one of Europe's leading risk management consulting firms, Dominic advises CEOs, boards, and senior executives across the continent on how to prepare for uncertainty and act with intent. He has spent decades working in war zones, advising multinational companies, and supporting Europe's business leaders. Dominic is the go-to business advisor for leaders navigating risk, Tell us what you liked!

In this episode, we re-air an interview from December 2025 with Abby Martin, a journalist and filmmaker known for her anti-imperialist vision. She has done on-the-ground investigative reports and documentary films in places like Palestine, Venezuela, the Amazon Rainforest. We explore the profound environmental impacts of U.S. militarism, connecting the dots between war and ecological devastation. This interview was recorded before the two most recent wars by the latest U.S. Administration, which only further adds to the immediacy of the set of problems outlined. Support the Podcast via PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LBGXTRM292TFC&source=url Abby sheds light on the military's role as the world's largest polluter, the real enemy of the people, the land, the rivers, the sea, in this story. She speaks on her uncovering of the military operations toxic legacy, and the urgent need for a collective response against these destructive forces. Join us as we uncover the truth about how militarism and environmental degradation are intertwined, and what we can do to combat this crisis. For an extended interview and other benefits, become an EcoJustice Radio patron at https://www.patreon.com/ecojusticeradio Resources/Articles: Earth's Greatest Enemy Website: https://earthsgreatestenemy.com/ Abby Martin is a journalist, filmmaker, activist who hosts, directs, and writes the YouTube show The Empire Files [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG29FnXZm4F5U8xpqs1cs1Q], an independent documentary & interview series with her husband Mike Prysner - reporting on war & inequality from the heart of Empire. She is director of the film Gaza Fights for Freedom [https://gazafightsforfreedom.com/] and the documentary Earth's Greatest Enemy [https://earthsgreatestenemy.com/]. She also co-hosts Media Roots Radio [https://soundcloud.com/media-roots]. Jack Eidt is an urban planner, environmental journalist, and climate organizer, as well as award-winning fiction writer. He is Co-Founder of SoCal 350 Climate Action and Executive Producer of EcoJustice Radio. He writes for a PBS SoCal Artbound project called High & Dry [https://www.pbssocal.org/people/high-dry]. He is also Founder and Publisher of WilderUtopia [https://wilderutopia.com], a website dedicated to the question of Earth sustainability, finding society-level solutions to environmental, community, economic, transportation and energy needs. Podcast Website: http://ecojusticeradio.org/ Podcast Blog: https://www.wilderutopia.com/category/ecojustice-radio/ Support the Podcast: Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ecojusticeradio PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LBGXTRM292TFC&source=url Executive Producer and Host: Jack Eidt Engineer and Original Music: Blake Quake Beats Episode 274 Photo credit: Jack Eidt

Water Mamas: Climate Fiction That Challenges Everything | Mona Shomali on Geoengineering, Indigenous Rights, and the AmazonIn this episode, I sit down with author and visual artist Mona Shomali to discuss her debut novel Water Mamas — a gripping work of climate fiction that explores the collision of indigenous human rights, environmental justice, and geoengineering in a near-future Amazon on the brink of collapse.Mona's background is as rich as her storytelling. Before writing Water Mamas, she spent years as a college professor teaching Indigenous Human Rights and International Environmental Governance, worked as a case researcher on the landmark indigenous rights case Kichwa Indigenous People of Sarayaku vs. Ecuador, and served as an environmental policy analyst lobbying the UN on behalf of small island states facing extinction due to sea level rise. This is a conversation that goes deep.Water Mamas doesn't give you easy answers — and that's exactly what makes it so powerful. If you care about climate change, indigenous sovereignty, and the ethics of technological intervention in our ecosystems, this episode is for you.Timestamped Highlights:(00:00) Introduction to Water Mamas and its themes of climate crisis and indigenous rights(03:12) Mona's academic background — teaching Indigenous Human Rights and International Environmental Governance(03:52) Her work on the landmark case Kichwa Indigenous People of Sarayaku vs. Ecuador and indigenous land rights(08:06) The central conflict: cloud seeding, geoengineering, and indigenous consent in the Amazon(10:16) Why geoengineering is more complicated than it seems — and who it's already helping(13:18) Meet Afa, the protagonist: a UN representative torn between mission and conscience(14:44) How Mona's work with small island states facing sea level rise shaped Afa's backstory(18:32) The water mamas: indigenous spirituality, mythology, and a chilling dream sequence(21:38) The real Macuxi mythology behind the water mamas — and why it matters(24:33) Vishnu, the love interest: a character you'll keep changing your mind about(28:42) Could there be a sequel to Water Mamas? Mona shares what she's thinking(39:07) Where to find Water Mamas, Mona's Substack, and her environmental art collection Invisible StainsResources & Links:

LAP coordinating editor Claudia Horn (King's College London) joins the pod to discuss the September 2025 issue: Amazon Rainforest and Socio-Ecological Alternatives in Latin America. What is the Amazon—and how should we understand it beyond dominant environmental, state-centered, or extractivist narratives? Our conversation explores the concept of multiplicity as a way of rethinking the Amazon as a space of diverse social worlds, political struggles, and ways of life. We also examine the forces threatening these worlds, while highlighting the forms of resistance, collective action, and alternative socio-ecological futures emerging across the region. Drawing on contributions from across the issue, this episode situates the Amazon within broader debates on global capitalism, environmental crisis, and the possibilities for more just and sustainable futures. Access the issue here: https://journals.sagepub.com/toc/lapa/52/5?_gl=1*2tnc8d*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTU2OTAyODIzMi4xNzc3MDQwMjQ4*_ga_60R758KFDG*czE3NzcwNDAyNDckbzEkZzEkdDE3NzcwNDAyNTckajUwJGwwJGg2Mjg3NzUxMjA.  For additional information about contacting the journal, podcast host, or guests, please contact latampodcasts@gmail.com  

Checkout Goibibo: https://app.goibibo.com/mnXF/ol62526nDonate to Junglekeepers: https://www.junglekeepers.org/Guest Suggestion Form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/bnaeY3FpoFU9ZjA47⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners.(00:00) - Intro(03:26) - Who is Paul Rosolie?(04:37) - When did he first think about becoming a jungle keeper?(07:34) - Amazon & learning through experience(16:56) - Difference between Indian jungles & Amazon(22:10) - Do animals in Indian forests & the Amazon behave differently?(25:59) - Elephants are very smart(29:33) - The two loggers who were killed by uncontacted tribes(36:50) - Understanding snakes(54:21) - What was the exact moment he stopped being afraid of animals?(57:49) - What was a moment that made him afraid?(1:00:02) - His deadly encounter with an elephant(1:04:39) - The difference between the fear he felt with an elephant & with an anaconda(1:08:50) - Getting infected by tularemia in India(1:12:01) - Difference between a tiger & a jaguar(1:13:49) - How does he convince animal rights activists to let him do certain things?(1:22:56) - What to do if a snake bites you?(1:34:24) - His encounter with an anaconda(1:37:05) - Amazon at night: a festival of s*x & death(1:40:13) - What is the jungle like at 3 am for a human being?(1:46:52) - Incident where the narcos wanted him & JJ dead(1:56:31) - What's the most disturbing illegal thing being traded?(2:01:29) - What are rangers and a person he turned into a ranger(2:09:42) - What's the most human thing he does after coming back home?(2:11:03) - Removing ants will collapse the ecological system(2:17:22) - What's one thing in illegal trade normal people don't know about?(2:21:11) - One animal that's on the verge of extinction(2:22:56) - Do humans & animals have the same emotions?(2:26:41) - What's his endgame now?(2:31:23) - Why should people donate to the Amazon Rainforest?(2:32:52) - BTS(2:33:49) - OutroIn today's episode, we sit down with Paul Rosolie, American conservationist, to talk about life inside the jungle and the reality of wildlife conservation.He shares how he built Junglekeepers, his experiences in the Western Ghats and the Amazon, and why India's jungles can feel more unpredictable. We discuss how animals actually think, why snakes avoid humans, and moments where animals showed unexpected behavior, from elephant kindness to close encounters with massive snakes.Subscribe for more such conversations.Follow Paul Rosolie Here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulrosolie/X: https://x.com/PaulRosolieWebsite: https://paulrosolie.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠About Raj ShamaniRaj Shamani is an Entrepreneur at heart that explains his expertise in Business Content Creation & Public Speaking. He has delivered 200+ speeches in 26+ countries. Besides that, Raj is also an Angel Investor interested in crazy minds who are creating a sensation in the Fintech, FMCG, & passion economy space.To Know More,Follow Raj Shamani On ⤵︎Instagram @RajShamani ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/rajshamani/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter @RajShamani ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/rajshamani⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook @ShamaniRaj ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/shamaniraj⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn - Raj Shamani ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajshamani/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠About Figuring OutFiguring Out Podcast is a Candid Conversations University where Raj Shamani brings raw conversations with the Top 1% in India.

Look, we've played some weird stuff on Star 106.3, but Adam calling his ex, Steph, to ask for her Disney+ password—only to have her new bloke, Sebastian, answer the phone—might be a new high (or low) for us. We're also diving deep into the absolute mystery of the Opus safe. It's been locked for 15 years, and even after Jake brought in a "savant" to crack it, the result was a total Townsville-style disaster. Plus, "Tim Cook" stopped by to tell us why he's actually retiring, and it turns out he's just as obsessed with cash as he is with iMessages.We also get stuck into some of the grimmest wedding stories you've ever heard. We're talking about aunts hooking up with grooms, grooms hooking up with bridesmaids, and a poor kid at the RSL who caused a "footprint" situation that'll make you want to burn your carpet. From Bethany getting booted from a Japanese bathhouse to Jake failing his way through another week of promotions, this is the best (and weirdest) of the week.Full Chapter List[0:00] – Intro & The Ex-Files: Adam tries to keep his Disney+ access by calling his ex, Steph. It gets legendary levels of awkward when her new boyfriend picks up.[5:15] – Tim Cook Exclusive: The "Apple CEO" explains why he's stepping down and his secret preference for Android.[10:30] – The Opus Safe Mystery: 15 years, one locked vault under the old Townsville Bulletin building, and a "savant" who couldn't get the job done.[14:50] – Blame Game (Wedding Edition): A religious dry wedding, an aunt, and a $5,000 bar tab scandal.[19:22] – Ad Break 1[21:10] – Wedding Nightmare: The "lip-on-lip" moment between a groom and an aunt that ruined a family.[24:05] – Adam's Mowing Empire: Adam takes on the Amazon Rainforest (also known as Jake's backyard) and launches a business.[28:40] – Bathhouse Ban: Bethany Ross on why her tattoos cleared out a Japanese Onsen in record time.[33:15] – Ad Break 2[35:05] – The Daily Dribble: Naked naturalists vs. the Cumbria Nature Festival.[38:20] – Maggie Island Celeb Spotting: Dries Mertens at Island Burger and the accidental toddler "assault" that followed.[41:12] – One Word Project: Why one in five parents secretly regret the name they gave their kid.[44:50] – Friendship Court: Donny "sues" Bethany for not letting him dog-sit her two pups while she was in Japan.[48:30] – Wedding Horror Stories: Diaper leaks at the RSL and the "Lobster Liberator" who stole a pet.[51:45] – Jake's Redemption Challenge: Can Jake actually source a free wedding in less than 24 hours?[54:10] – Limo to School: The boys take the local kids to St. Benedict's in the most luxurious ride in Townsville.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-late-bloomers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Social Impact Pioneer, Fernanda Facchini. She is part of the team at Natura, the Brazilian multinational cosmetics company, who are pioneering sustainable and ethical beauty products while driving regenerative practices in the Amazon rainforest. This conversation deep dives into what it takes for a commercial business to deliver social and environmental impact from its heart. Fernanda's role is a big one, spanning sustainability & business integration with green finance and resilient value chains. With 25 years of experience, Fernanda shares practical insights on turning ESG ambition into measurable business impact. Fernanda has built her career at the intersection of sustainability and performance, developing governance frameworks, KPIs, and action plans that translate environmental and social goals into operational reality. At Natura, she works across business functions to integrate sustainability into decision-making, risk management, and long-term value creation. In this conversation, Fernanda shares what “true sustainability integration” looks like in practice. From embedding climate and nature risks into governance structures, to aligning incentives and measuring impact through tools like integrated profit and loss. Fernanda also shares how Natura is using green finance, including sustainability-linked bonds, to fund climate action, biodiversity protection, and social impact across its value chain. We also explore the growing importance of resilient value chains in the face of climate change, geopolitical instability, and social inequality. Fernanda explains how Natura works with suppliers, smallholders, and communities, particularly in the Amazon Rainforest, to strengthen resilience, reduce risk, and create shared value. This episode is essential listening for sustainability leaders, ESG professionals, and business executives looking to understand how sustainability can drive growth, resilience, and competitive advantage. Fernanda offers a clear, practical perspective on how businesses can move beyond theory and lead the transition toward a more inclusive, regenerative, and sustainable future. Links: Natura's Profit and loss: https://ri.natura.com.br/en/sustainability/management-by-impact-ipl/ Natura's Climate Transition action plan: https://ri.natura.com.br/en/sustainability/socio-environmental-publications/ Natura's Vision 2050: https://ri.natura.com.br/en/sustainability/vision-2050/ And if you enjoy this episode, take a listen to: Why Fairtrade Matters More Than Ever with Marike Runneboom de Peña: https://businessfightspoverty.org/why-fairtrade-matters-more-than-ever-with-marike-runneboom-de-pena/ and Social Impact from Big Picture to On-the-Ground Action with Darsh Myronidis, Virgin Group: https://businessfightspoverty.org/social-impact-from-big-picture-to-on-the-ground-action-with-darsh-myronidis-virgin-group/

Bad Bunny using Unreal Engine 5 for a real-time character performance at Coachella driven by a live performer, factory workers in India wearing head-mounted cameras to train AI robots on hand movements without knowing they're training their replacements, and a new branding for the Amazon Rainforest created entirely from real satellite imagery of the Amazon River turned into typography.

From local parks to the Amazon rainforest, trees provide shade and shelters for humans, animals, insects, and many other living creatures. They're the lungs of our planets, but they're being threatened by deforestation. In this episode, Sherrell is sharing two talks on what happens if the entire Amazon rainforest disappears… and how one land reformer is using satellite imagery to hold tree cutters accountable.Talk featuredIs the Amazon Rainforest disappearing? | Anna RothschildHow to see (and stop) deforestation from space | Tasso AzevadoLearn more about our flagship conference happening this April at attend.ted.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alfredo Carrera, guest on the Living to 100 Club podcast, shares insights from the Amazon rainforest on flow, perspective, and aging well. In this episode of the Living to 100 Club, Joe Casciani reflects on a journey into the Ecuadorian rainforest. His guest is Alfredo Carrera, our guide for this journey. We discuss hiking muddy jungle trails and sharing lunch with a Kichwa family living in harmony with the forest. We also explore the experience of standing on the equator with one foot in each hemisphere. Alfredo was born and raised in the rainforest. He brings a deeply personal perspective shaped by a lifetime of living close to nature. Alfredo shares insights drawn from his upbringing. He discusses traditions rooted in native healing practices. They reflect a worldview grounded in connection, balance, and respect for the natural environment. His experiences offer a rare and authentic lens on how the rhythms of the rainforest influence mindset, health, and daily living in many ways. These are often overlooked in modern life. Together, Joe and Alfredo explore how these lessons translate into an aging well mindset. A mindset that emphasizes adaptability, presence, and perspective. It goes from the simplicity of life in the jungle to the deeper awareness that comes from being fully engaged with one's surroundings. This conversation highlights how stepping outside our routines can reshape how we think about time, purpose, and what it means to live well at any age. Key Takeaways • Nature has a way of restoring perspective.• Many indigenous cultures emphasize living with the natural world rather than controlling it.• Psychological flexibility — adapting rather than resisting — is a core ingredient of resilience.• Aging well often means learning to move with life's currents rather than fighting them. For Our Listeners If you would like to connect with Alfredo, Joe would be happy to make an introduction—just reach out anytime.

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Welcome to Financial Revelations with David Szafranski Welcome back to Financial Revelations with David Szafranski, where we talk markets, global events, and financial strategies that help you build long-term wealth. David is the author of The Sin of Retirement, which explores how traditional retirement thinking may be holding people back from building true financial freedom. The book is available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook.

The partnership empowers Indigenous people to steward the land by growing the markets for goods like acai, Brazil nuts, honey, and sustainable rubber. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/ 

Cases of Yellow Fever are on the rise near the Amazon Rain Forest. Researchers at UC Santa Barbara are looking into the reason for the uptick, since the disease has been largely eradicated in the US for decades. KCSB's Jose Vidaurri has the story.

In 2006, various parties came together to form Brazil's Amazon Soy Moratorium in an effort to curb illegal deforestation in the Amazon Rainforest. Today, challenges regarding Brazil's Soy Moratorium continue to mount, with passionate advocacy from farmers, environmentalists, government agencies, and international organizations. What might seem a cut-and-dry conflict between free enterprise and environmental conservation becomes more complicated when we delve deeper. With an antitrust cartel investigation in limbo, a pseudo-private agreement to arguably higher deforestation standards than those instituted by the government, and international observers on the scene, including customers and climate activists, the facts surrounding Brazil's Soy Moratorium are ripe for unpacking. Our guest today is antitrust attorney Eduardo Frade, who joins Barry Nigro and Anora Wang to discuss Brazil's Soy Moratorium and the various antitrust and competition questions it raises. With special guest: Eduardo Frade, Partner, Mattos Filho Related Links: General Superintendence of the Administrative Council for Economic Defence (CADE) decides to adopt preventive measures to suspend the Soy Moratorium Hosted by: Barry Nigro, Fried Frank and Anora Wang, Arnold & Porter

Episode 299: Anaconda (2025). The sequel nobody saw sneaking up on them in the jungle just in time for Christmas. Paul Rudd and Jack Black star as childhood friends and fans of the original 1997 film who set off to make their own indie sequel in the Amazon Rainforest. We checked it out and regurgitated it for you. 

Top ‘90s model, nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner Rosemary Ferguson joins Tanya Rose to share her travel secrets this week. In this episode, Rosemary reflects on how travel has shaped her life ever since moving to Brazil as a child, unpacks how she spent a whirlwind 24 hours in Beijing and reveals why she believes you should never visit Ibiza in August… Plus, Rosemary shares why thinks everyone should see the Amazon Rainforest and highlights how her wellness practices have become a core part of how she travels. Don't forget to follow @travelsecretsthepodcast and remember, you can watch all of our episodes on YouTube. Places mentioned: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Malaysia Portugal Amazon Rainforest, Brazil New York City, United States Krabi, Thailand Beijing, China Ibiza, Spain The Saddle, Scotland Hotel Argos, Ibiza, Spain Cherating, Malaysia Maldives Rajasthan, India Elsewhere…Goa, India Rome, Italy Marseilles, France Chapters 00:00 Intro 05:09 Secret 1: Number 1 travel destination everybody should go to 08:35 Secret 2: Most unexpected travel experience 10:52 Secret 3: Most Over or Underrated travel experience 16:45 Secret 4: Best Food & Drink while travelling 21:56 Secret 5: Number 1 travel tip 26:51 Secret 6: Poignant memory from a trip 30:48 Secret 7: Special travel photograph 32:50 Outro

Our home planet, Earth, is showing signs of dis-ease. The Amazon Rainforest is becoming a hypertropical climate due to unprecedented drought and heat. At the same time, the EPA and other regulatory and safety agencies are being dismantled and co-opted. A sobering document recently released by the UN's Global Environmental Outlook asserts that unsustainable practices in food production and fossil fuel extraction are inflicting environmental harm valued at $5 billion every single hour. The report warns that without radical shifts in global governance, economics, and finance, societal collapse could become an unavoidable reality. Marina Silva, environmental minister of Brazil reminds us: "We know what is coming towards us, we know what needs to be done and we have the means to do it, yet we don't take the necessary measures.” A minuscule new frog found in the Amazon last week heralds hope, as well as the season that celebrates rebirth. Sebastiáo Salgado once again, offers wisdom to guide our way, this time found in his majestic book "Workers". The text and images are testament to the fact that no matter how many machinations we conjure to substitute human endeavor and community; nothing adequately replaces the power of concerted human efforts.

In this episode, we welcome Abby Martin, a journalist and filmmaker known for her anti-imperialist vision. She has done on-the-ground investigative reports and documentary films in places like Palestine, Venezuela, the Amazon Rainforest. We explore the profound environmental impacts of U.S. militarism, connecting the dots between war and ecological devastation. Support the Podcast via PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LBGXTRM292TFC&source=url Abby sheds light on the military's role as the world's largest polluter, the real enemy of the people, the land, the rivers, the sea, in this story. She speaks on her uncovering of the military operations toxic legacy, and the urgent need for a collective response against these destructive forces. Join us as we uncover the truth about how militarism and environmental degradation are intertwined, and what we can do to combat this crisis. For an extended interview and other benefits, become an EcoJustice Radio patron at https://www.patreon.com/ecojusticeradio Resources/Articles: Earth's Greatest Enemy Website: https://earthsgreatestenemy.com/ Abby Martin is a journalist, filmmaker, activist who hosts, directs, and writes the YouTube show The Empire Files [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG29FnXZm4F5U8xpqs1cs1Q], an independent documentary & interview series with her husband Mike Prysner - reporting on war & inequality from the heart of Empire. She is director of the film Gaza Fights for Freedom [https://gazafightsforfreedom.com/] and the documentary Earth's Greatest Enemy [https://earthsgreatestenemy.com/]. She also co-hosts Media Roots Radio [https://soundcloud.com/media-roots]. Jack Eidt is an urban planner, environmental journalist, and climate organizer, as well as award-winning fiction writer. He is Co-Founder of SoCal 350 Climate Action and Executive Producer of EcoJustice Radio. He writes for a PBS SoCal Artbound project called High & Dry [https://www.pbssocal.org/people/high-dry]. He is also Founder and Publisher of WilderUtopia [https://wilderutopia.com], a website dedicated to the question of Earth sustainability, finding society-level solutions to environmental, community, economic, transportation and energy needs. Podcast Website: http://ecojusticeradio.org/ Podcast Blog: https://www.wilderutopia.com/category/ecojustice-radio/ Support the Podcast: Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ecojusticeradio PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LBGXTRM292TFC&source=url Executive Producer and Host: Jack Eidt Engineer and Original Music: Blake Quake Beats Episode 274 Photo credit: Abby Martin

Michael Greenstone knows it's corny, but he wants to make the world a better place — by tracking the impact of air quality, developing pollution markets in India, and … starting a podcast, which Steve says proves he's over the hill. SOURCES:Michael Greenstone, professor of economics at the University of Chicago. RESOURCES:"New evidence on the impact of sustained exposure to air pollution on life expectancy from China's Huai River Policy," by Avraham Ebenstein, Maoyong Fan, Michael Greenstone, Guojun He, and Maigeng Zhou (Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 2017)."Evidence on the impact of sustained exposure to air pollution on life expectancy from China's Huai River policy," by Yuyu Chen, Avraham Ebenstein, Michael Greenstone, and Hongbin Li (Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 2013).Shocked, podcast.Air Quality Life Index (AQLI).Emissions Market Accelerator.Tropical Forest Forever Facility (TFFF). EXTRAS:"This Is Your Brain on Pollution," by Freakonomics Radio (2021)."The Simple Economics of Saving the Amazon Rainforest", by People I (Mostly) Admire (2020). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For centuries, modern science has relied on the scientific method to better understand the world around us. While helpful in many contexts, the scientific method is also objective, controlled, and reductionist – often breaking down complex systems into smaller parts for analysis and isolating subjects to test hypotheses. In contrast, indigenous wisdom is deeply contextual, rooted in lived experience, and emphasizes a reciprocal, integrated relationship with the rest of the natural world, viewing all parts of the system as interconnected. What becomes possible when we combine the strengths of each of these knowledge systems as we navigate humanity's biggest challenges?  In this episode, Nate is joined by Rosa Vásquez Espinoza, a Peruvian chemical biologist with Andean-Amazonian indigenous roots, to discuss how she is actively merging modern science and indigenous knowledge through innovative research in the Amazon Rainforest. Rosa explains how the integration of these two ways of knowing unveil more effective paths forward for conservation and ecological wisdom that simultaneously offer economic opportunity for the people who live there. She also shares her biggest successes to date bringing this vision to life, including documenting and protecting Earth's oldest known bee, the stingless bee.  Were the indigenous people of ancient cultures the original scientists? How can modern science learn from indigenous knowledge – and vice versa? And, rather than siloing ourselves into one 'right' way of seeing the world, what types of insights become possible when we learn to embrace the validity and importance of multiple ways of learning and knowing?  (Conversation recorded on October 22nd, 2025)   About Rosa Vásquez Espinoza: Dr. Rosa Vásquez Espinoza is a Peruvian chemical biologist, National Geographic Explorer, and award-winning artist whose work bridges indigenous knowledge and modern science to protect the Amazon Rainforest and its communities. With Andean-Amazonian indigenous roots, she is the founder of Amazon Research Internacional, where she has pioneered groundbreaking research on extreme Amazonian ecosystems and biodiversity, while advocating for policies that recognize the intrinsic value of nature.  Rosa was the first microbial explorer of the Amazonian Boiling River, led the first chemical analysis of stingless bees and their medicinal honey in Peru, and contributed to scientific advancements that supported Peru's Law 32235, granting legal protection to stingless bees for the first time. Her work as an International Ambassador for the Ashaninka people further highlights her commitment to conservation and indigenous advocacy. She also co-authored the first scientific paper with Ashaninka leaders, blending traditional wisdom with modern science to safeguard the rainforest. Rosa's passion for exploration and conservation is reflected in her new book, The Spirit of the Rainforest: How Indigenous Wisdom and Scientific Curiosity Reconnects Us to the Natural World, which is available now.    Show Notes and More Watch this video episode on YouTube   Want to learn the broad overview of The Great Simplification in 30 minutes? Watch our Animated Movie.   ---   Support The Institute for the Study of Energy and Our Future Join our Substack newsletter Join our Hylo channel and connect with other listeners  

I start by sharing some concepts of the basics of Compassion; edifying moments and our resilience zone, which became lived experiences as I welcomed my sister for a visit last week. Amazonia called me back to this mission of telling her stories in the form of a priceless gift; Amazonia, an extraordinary book by Sebastiáo Salgado. His powerful words and sublime images serve as the perfect preface to the news reports emerging from COP30, contradictory opinions, insufficient action, perhaps too many promises and empty words. The fact is, the indigenous peoples have been left out of the main event and Amazonia continues burning and being decimated. Will we care enough to save the heart of the Earth? Can we, collectively, hold the Majestic Amazon with concern? Can you join me today and hold the Amazon Rainforest within your own heart; with care, wonder and devotion?

Hey Boos, join us today as we discuss the history and ghosts of Fort Morgan in Alabama! Before we get into that, we talk about some of our favorite underrated spooky kids movies. Then we get into the history of the fort, the ghost stories, and the pop culture. For our Boo Crew Moment of the Week, Brooke shares some creepy facts about the Amazon Rainforest. We would love to interact with you, send us an email or DM us on Instagram or Facebook! Follow us on Instagram - boo.busters.podcastFollow us on Facebook - Boo Busters PodcastFollow us on TikTok - boo.bustersEmail us - boo.busters.podcast@gmail.com

St Paul Mayor elect Kaohly Her in studio providing a great Ray of Hope. Climate Change hypocrites build four lane highway in Amazon Rainforest. Number 1 digital country music song is an A.I. created song by and A.I. created artist. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jonathan Watts sets off on a three-day boat trip down the Amazon – with indigenous leaders, scientists, artists and more – to report on Cop30, the climate summit taking place this year in Brazil. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Global environment editor Jon Watts goes in search of answers to the question the journalist Dom Phillips was investigating when he was murdered: how to save the Amazon? In the final episode of this three-part series from June 2025, Jon encounters a radical new view of the Amazon's history being uncovered by archaeologists. Far from an uninhabited wilderness, the rainforest has been shaped by indigenous peoples for thousands of years. Jon finds out how their expert knowledge could be harnessed to secure the Amazon's future. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod

Jon Watts, the Guardian's global environment editor, goes in search of answers to the question the journalist Dom Phillips was investigating when he was murdered: how to save the Amazon? In episode two of this miniseries from June 2025, Jon meets the people trying to make sure the rainforest is worth more standing than cut down – from a government minister attempting to establish Brazil's ‘bioeconomy' to a startup founder creating superfood supplements and a scientist organising night-time tours hunting for bioluminescent fungi. Jon explores new ways of finding value in the forest and asks whether they will be enough to secure its survival. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod

Global environment editor Jon Watts goes in search of answers to the question the journalist Dom Phillips was investigating when he was murdered: how to save the Amazon? In episode one of this miniseries from June 2025, Jon explores what's at stake if we fail to act in time. He hears about the crucial role of the rainforest for South America and the global climate, and asks how cattle ranching came to dominate and destroy huge swathes of the rainforest – pushing it to a dangerous tipping point today. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod

When you hear the word nuclear, does your mind flash to mushroom clouds, Chernobyl, or maybe the glowing three-eyed fish from The Simpsons? Well, what if nuclear electricity — far from being an environmental villain — is actually one of the safest, cleanest, and most land-efficient energy sources we have? It turns out that former fashion model Isabelle Boemeke is on a mission to change how we think about nuclear energy. When she and I met a few years ago, in Italy of all places, she was known by many simply as Isodope, her online persona that blends fashion, futurism, and fission to make nuclear cool again. And now, in her new book Rad Future, Isabelle argues that nuclear power isn't just misunderstood — it's essential to solving climate change, land preservation, and numerous other important concerns. In our conversation, Isabelle details: Why fear of nuclear power stems more from cultural trauma than from science, Why nuclear electricity is safer and environmentally-friendlier than not just fossil fuels, but also solar and wind, What's fact vs. fiction when it comes to the world's biggest energy disasters, And why, despite all the excitement about fusion and modular reactors, maybe the smartest thing we can do right now is simply pick a proven fission design — and start building them fast. I always love when it turns out that the thing we thought was the villain is actually a hero, or at least better than what we thought. If you do too, this is the episode for you, as this episode may challenge your assumptions about what's truly "green" and is actually safe. Discussed in this episode The 2019 Amazon Rainforest fires and Australian fires that decimated massive amounts of wildlife habitat helped inspire Isabelle to focus on environmental concerns such as climate change. The 1975 Baquiao dam collapse killed hundreds of thousands of people. Isabelle recommends checking out www.whatisnuclear.com and the Decouple Podcast. Commonwealth Fusion recently raised $863 million. The US military is investing in small, mobile nuclear reactors. Paul recently read a sci-fi book about nuclear-powered wildlife called The Kaiju Preservation Society. Get to Know Isabelle Boemeke With her signature mix of humor, sharp research, and optimistic vision, her debut book, Rad Future, makes the case for nuclear electricity as one of the best tools to solve the climate crisis. Boemeke is also known as Isodope, the irreverent digital persona on a mission to make nuclear cool. She is the Founder and Executive Director of Save Clean Energy and board member of Nature is Nonpartisan and Nuclear Scaling Initiative, where she works at the intersection of policy, culture, and technology to accelerate pragmatic solutions. She delivered a TED Talk that has been viewed nearly 2 million times, led a grassroots campaign that helped delay the closure of California's Diablo Canyon Power Plant, and is a TIME Magazine "Next Generation Leader."

Your heroes return to the Amazon Rainforest to read The Creature From The Black Lagoon Lives!. In this episode we chat about the themes of the comic and how it relates to the original movie. As always you'll hear us cover the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Creature from the Black Lagoon Lives!  is written by Dan Watters & Ram V with art by Matthew Roberts. Follow ComiClub on Instagram @ComiClubPodcast.ComiClub is hosted by Blaine McGaffigan and Adam Cook. 

Just the Meditation: This 10-minute guided meditation invites you deep underground to listen for the "message of the heart." Using progressive body softening and breath awareness, you'll descend into your inner underland to discover what wisdom awaits in the shadows.This meditation is excerpted from our Underland Part 3 episode. Listen to Monday's full episode for context and teachings on journaling your meditation insights and sheltering inner wisdom.Set against calming nature sounds of the Amazon rainforest, this underground meditation guides you through a unique practice of softening and listening. Rather than rushing through your practice, you'll learn to linger in the depths of consciousness, allowing whatever wants to emerge — whether worries, memories, phrases, images, or daydreams — to surface naturally.What You'll Experience:Guided descent into underground consciousnessProgressive body softening from face to bellyExtended silent meditation for deep inner listeningPractice of witnessing thoughts, stories, and heart messagesGentle return with breath awareness and movementHigh-quality nature soundscape from the Amazon Rainforest for immersionPost-Practice Suggestion: Have a journal nearby to capture any insights, images, or messages that emerged during your practice — even if they seem nonsensical at first.Podcast Break NoticeOur Mindful Nature will be taking a brief hiatus for the holiday season. We'll return in the new year with fresh nature-inspired practices to support your meditation journey. Thank you for being part of our mindful community — may your practice continue to flourish during this restful pause.Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more.New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class).Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today's nature field recordings; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at:https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsenThis podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.

Nikki & Brie are fresh off a big night in Hollywood with some big names celebrating their love for the planet at the EMA Awards Show! It was an eye-opening event for Nikki, who learned a lot about the Environmental Media Association, climate change, and walked away inspired. Brie's been involved with EMA for years and wants to bring their messaging and level of activism to the world of professional wrestling. Change can be hard, change can be uncomfortable, but the Twins realize that in order to protect what you love, you need to take action. The state of the Amazon Rainforest is what made Nikki want to get more involved. That and Brie's speech on stage at the awards, going off script and offering bodyslams to everyone in the room. Brie walked away with a passion to respect and support the indigenous people of the Amazon, while Nicole is mystified as to why people wouldn't want to protect the earth. It was an empowering, emotional, and compelling night that they'll carry with them for a lifetime. The heart of the conversation comes when Nikki and Brie meet Yánnuni, the Amazonian woman at the center of a powerful new documentary. The sisters open up about the emotional impact of her story, the fight to protect the rainforest, and what it means to answer the call when someone says, “We need your help,” and the need for hope. It's not just awards & green carpets this week. Nikki & Brie also check out hot Italian priests, break down different types of hangovers, discuss a concerning fish allergy, and question why Gen Z isn't getting on the dance floor. It was a crazy week. Nikki & Brie also had some encounters with women The episode closes out with a double dose of Inspiration & Affirmation! One is a poem about the importance of the Amazon Rainforest, the other a simple quote that puts possession into perspective. For more on EMA: Watch the trailer for Wayumi Call Nikki & Brie at 833-GARCIA2 and leave a voicemail! Follow Nikki & Brie on Instagram, follow the show on Instagram and TikTok and send Nikki & Brie a message on Threads! Follow Bonita Bonita on Instagram Book a reservation at the Bonita Bonita Speakeasy To watch exclusive videos of this week's episode, follow The Nikki & Brie Show on YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok! You can also catch The Nikki & Brie Show on SiriusXM Stars 109! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sometimes the most powerful meditation practice is simply staying present — even when it's uncomfortable. This 10-minute guided meditation invites you to lie down, soften, and surrender to what is, accompanied by the immersive sounds of the Amazon Rainforest.Instead of trying to fix, change, or escape difficult feelings, this practice asks you to simply be here. To notice your breath. To feel the sounds of the dark rainforest around you. To acknowledge the thoughts and stories in your mind. And to stay for just one more breath.What To ExpectGuided body scan to release tension and soften into the present momentBreath awareness practice with gentle reminders to return when your mind wanders7 minutes of silent meditation with authentic Amazon Rainforest soundscapesPermission to simply be — without needing comfort, peace, or enjoymentAn invitation to linger in the underland rather than running from discomfortPerfect ForQuick meditation practice when you're feeling overwhelmed or anxiousBedtime or deep rest meditationPractitioners exploring shadow work or darker contemplative practicesMoments when you need to stop running and simply be presentNature sound meditation loversMeditation DetailsLength: 10 minutesStyle: Guided meditation with silent practice periodPosition: Lying down (or seated if preferred)Soundscape: Amazon Rainforest field recordingsBest for: Anxiety relief, insomnia, stress reduction, grounding practice, surrender practicePractice TipYou don't need to feel peaceful, comfortable, or calm during this meditation. The invitation is simply to be here with what is — the comfortable and uncomfortable, the peaceful and noisy, the enjoyable and unenjoyable. This is your time to stop running and practice staying.Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more.New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class).Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today's nature field recordings; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at:https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsenThis podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.

Not all meditation asks us to find the light; sometimes we need to explore the darkness. In this first episode of the October Underland series, meditation teacher Meryl Arnett invites you to stop running from your fears and instead turn around to face them. Inspired by Robert Macfarlane's book Underland, this episode and meditation practice explores what happens when we acknowledge the darkness, both within ourselves and in the world around us, rather than trying to escape it.If you've been feeling overwhelmed by political chaos, buried trauma, or simply the weight of difficult emotions you've pushed underground, this meditation will help you understand why staying present to discomfort is the path to genuine healing and transformation.What To ExpectUnderstanding the "underland" as both physical space (caves, burial sites) and metaphorical space (the unconscious, buried trauma)The wisdom of the Three of Swords tarot card: discovering hope at the very center of griefA guided meditation practice with immersive Amazon Rainforest soundscapes from field recordist Nick McMahanAn invitation to acknowledge what we've disposed of, buried, or hidden that needs our attentionPerfect ForAnyone feeling overwhelmed by political anxiety or helplessness in the face of global eventsMeditation practitioners ready to explore deeper, shadow work through contemplative practicePeople processing buried trauma, grief, or difficult emotionsPractitioners interested in nature-based meditation with authentic soundscapesMeditation DetailsLength: 22 minutesStyle: Guided meditation with 7-minute silent practice periodPosition: Lying down or seated (your choice)Soundscape: Amazon Rainforest field recordings by Nature Field Recordist Nick McMahanBest for: Anxiety relief, processing fear, shadow work, trauma acknowledgment, political overwhelm, deep relaxationJoin Meryl throughout October as we explore the underland: what we've disposed of (harmful thoughts and buried trauma), what we can yield (minerals and metaphors), and what we shelter (precious matter and memories).Next episode: Discover what happens when we soften enough to yield the value and wisdom hidden in our darkness.Sign up for my newsletter at http://eepurl.com/jjPrV2 to receive free mini meditations and soundscapes each week, along with creative musings and more.New episodes every Monday (just the meditation) and Thursday (a full meditation class).Learn more or contact me at https://www.merylarnett.com/. Thank you to Nick McMahan for today's nature field recordings; and thank you to Brianna Nielsen for production and editing support. Find them at:https://www.nickcmcmahan.com/https://www.instagram.com/itsbriannanielsenThis podcast explores meditation, mental health and the power of connection, offering guidance for caregivers, healers, and therapists facing compassion fatigue, burnout, and other mental health struggles through self-care, self-compassion, and resilience. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and overwhelm, each episode provides tools like meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding to cultivate clarity and reduce stress. Listeners can also experience nature-inspired guided meditations, designed to bring peace and balance in times of distress.

Step into the heart of the Amazon with host Tony Sweet as Truth Be Told explores the legends, spirits, and mysteries hidden beneath the rainforest canopy. Fresh from his journey into the jungle, Tony weaves personal experiences with chilling folklore—guardian spirits that protect the trees, shape-shifters lurking in the shadows, and river beings that blur the line between myth and reality. Are these ancient tales cultural metaphors, or evidence of a deeper, unseen world? Join us on this 45-minute journey into one of Earth's most haunted landscapes.

Revisited: According to Beto Marubo, if Dom and Bruno did the same expedition in 2025, they would face the same levels of danger. The Guardian's Latin America correspondent, Tom Phillips, returns to the Javari valley and meets those risking their lives daily basis to fight the threats from organised crime. Is it possible to save the Amazon? For all links mentioned at the end of this episode, visit Missing in the Amazon at the Guardian. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Revisited: Funerals are held for Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira and there is hope that the election of President Lula will mean new protections for the Amazon – and that the killers of Dom and Bruno will face justice. But organised crime is widespread and deep-rooted. The investigative journalist Sônia Bridi tells the Guardian's Latin America correspondent, Tom Phillips, about a man who allegedly not only may have helped plan the killings but may have ordered them. A man whose name strikes fear across the region. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Revisited: The Guardian's Latin America correspondent, Tom Phillips, recalls the moment he and others on the search team found Dom and Bruno's belongings in a hidden area of flooded forest. The team finally discover what has happened to the men. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Revisited: Bruno Pereira was considered one of the great Indigenous protectors of his generation. And this made him an enemy of a man called Amarildo da Costa de Oliveira, also known as Pelado. The Guardian's Latin America correspondent, Tom Phillips, reports on the story of the two men and what happened when their paths collided. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Revisited: What took the British journalist Dom Phillips from the club nights of the UK dance scene as editor of Mixmag to one of the most remote and dangerous corners of the Amazon rainforest? In 2022, Dom set off on a reporting trip with Bruno Pereira, a Brazilian expert on uncontacted tribes, into the Javari valley to investigate the criminal gangs threatening the region. And then they vanished. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Revisited: Three years ago, the British journalist Dom Phillips and the Brazilian Indigenous defender Bruno Pereira vanished while on a reporting trip near Brazil's remote Javari valley. In the first episode of a six-part investigative podcast series, the Guardian's Latin America correspondent, Tom Phillips, investigates what happened. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus