Podcasts about mountain gorillas

In this episode, I talk about the endangered Mountain Gorillas and take you on a virtual trek. I have done this 8 times now, in Rwanda, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. It's often called an experience of a lifetime - and it truly is.  If you have done it, you will have a lovely walk down memory lane. And if you haven't, you will want to! Enjoy! www.tintrunksafari.com Instagram: @tintrunksafari

HMG gets high as this episode sees us heading into the mountains to meet one of the maddest animals you've all heard of but never given a thought to - Yaks.  Today's episode also sees us invite our first listener on the show! Patreon member Beth joins Roddy in battle against the world's wildlife as she steps into the ring in a tag team bout against the Greater Hedgehog Tenrec. And if all that wasn't enough, then we've got drunken Mountain Gorillas, a misbehaving Orangutan and a debate to decide which bear is best...    In need of camera gear? You can check out our show sponsors MPB here https://www.mpb.com/  To learn about the work BOS UK do to save Orangutans, and adopt your very own, head over to https://bos-uk.org/bumi-geese/ Need more geese? Our Patreon is up and running - come join the flock for extra episodes and your chance to appear on the show! https://www.patreon.com/howmanygeese 

Send us a Text Message.Facing down grizzly bears, charging mountain gorillas and a solo cross country ski crossing of Yellowstone in winter, are just some of the adventures award winning wildlife photographer Tom Murphy shares with us in this episode of Whiskey and a Map.Tom uses his photography to illustrate his passion for the remaining wild places on our earth. Yellowstone National Park's wildlife and landscapes are the special focus of Tom's work. A talented naturalist and gifted lecturer, Tom has traveled the United States presenting the wonders of nature captured in his photographic slide shows.Tom Murphy is featured in a PBS Nature film, “Christmas in Yellowstone” which is shown every Christmas worldwide. His photography is in private, public, and museum collections around the world. He has produced seven books including the Seasons of Yellowstone, a four volume set.Tom serves on the board of the Yellowstone Park Foundation and the Park County Environmental Council.Tom donates his work to conservation organizations to help in preserving wildlife and wild land. Much of the photography in the Old Faithful Visitor Education Center in Yellowstone Park was donated by Tom for educational use by the National Park Service. Follow Tom Murphy at his website tmurphywild.comHosted by Michael J. ReinhartMichaelJReinhart.comPlease visit and see Michael's photography at MichaelReinhartPhotography.comWhiskey and a Map:  Stories of Adventure and Exploration.#Yellowstone #Adventure #AdventureStories #grizzlybears #wildlife #wildlifephotography

Gorillas are among the most recognizable of the large charismatic mammals, but climate change and poaching has brought them to the brink of extinction. Greg Cummings was the executive director of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund for seventeen years. He shares his fascinating experiences as a “wildlife Robin Hood”—raising money from the rich and famous and redistributing it to endangered gorillas and their habitats. He met and enlisted the help of celebrities such as Sigourney Weaver, Arthur C. Clark, Douglas Adams, and Leonardo DiCaprio. This thirty-year worldwide journey moves from boardrooms in Manhattan and London to mountain treks in Rwanda and Congo. Gorilla Tactics is sure to enchant readers with Greg's unique experiences, while sharing insight into the work it takes to save a species from extinction. Show Notes:  - https://www.munrobooks.com/item/XxL4J9tRA546NZ0RHwLBeQ -https://bluegorillagiving.ca/  

Shawn from Creepy Acres is back to help us explore our first 'Real' Crytpid of the season! The great thing about cryptids is some of them turn out to be real animals that have been thought extinct or misidentified and this episode's subject is just that. This week Shawn is going to help us figure out just why it took so long for Silverback Gorillas to go from fiction to fact! We also want to bring attention to The Diane Fosse Gorilla Fund this week to celebrate the life and work of Dr. Diane Fosse and to help raise awareness for the ongoing efforts to keep these great apes from extinction. Sources Coleman, Loren, and Jerome Clark. Cryptozoology A to Z: The Encyclopedia of Loch Monsters, Sasquatch, Chupacabras, and Other Authentic Mysteries of Nature. Simon & Schuster, 1999. “Dian Fossey.” Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, inc., 11 Apr. 2024, www.britannica.com/biography/Dian-Fossey. Discovering Gorillas: The Journey from Mythic to Real, www.tandfonline.com/doi/pdf/10.1179/tin.2006.38.1.36. Accessed 12 May 2024. “Learning Materials.” Dian Fossey, 7 July 2021, gorillafund.org/learning-materials/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAwvKtBhDrARIsAJj-kThXUEg-o9TClazGeXlaHfXOAJOQXpfW3aE7hacg9j7iI1o-VdRbkJAaAnS3EALw_wcB. “Mountain Gorilla (Silverback) Facts: Where They Live & More.” National Geographic Expeditions, www.nationalgeographic.com/expeditions/get-inspired/inside-look/mountain-gorilla-silverback-facts-where-they-live/. Accessed 12 May 2024. “Mountain Gorilla.” African Wildlife Foundation, www.awf.org/wildlife-conservation/mountain-gorilla?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAwvKtBhDrARIsAJj-kTjoci3zZOgOSaa7ELmKhWUwQ6djniczbbMipxL0wPH7-WuOw0ixuUsaAlIoEALw_wcB. Accessed 12 May 2024. “PASTCAST: Gorillas, Man-Eating Monsters?” Nature News, Nature Publishing Group, 28 June 2019, www.nature.com/articles/d41586-019-01883-3. “Status of Gorillas Worldwide.” The Gorilla Foundation, 9 June 2022, www.koko.org/conservation/status-of-gorillas-worldwide/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAwvKtBhDrARIsAJj-kTgqHbRKHm201QljvwmArrZXGeA5aM27CLWpBw8y7lBW9JNB3vNRdvoaAqLTEALw_wcB. Studio, Lightwave. MGCF - Discovery of the Mountain Gorilla, www.saveagorilla.org/discovery.html. Accessed 12 May 2024. “World-Renowned Primatologist Dian Fossey Is Found Murdered in Rwanda.” History.Com, A&E Television Networks, www.history.com/this-day-in-history/primatologist-dian-fossey-found-murdered-in-rwanda. Accessed 12 May 2024.

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Thanks to lack of education and movies like King Kong, gorillas used to be considered ferocious man killers. It took a tenacious Dian Fossey moving to the jungles of Africa and living among the great apes, to change the public's mind about the gentle giants.    During the 1960s and 70s, when a poaching pandemic threatened the existence of the African Mountain Gorilla, Dian went to unimaginable lengths to save the animals she had come to know as family. Her conservation efforts were not without great sacrifice, and on an otherwise normal New Years Eve, she was ultimately brutally murdered by one of her many human enemies.    Dian's impact is still felt today as the number of Mountain Gorillas is finally on the rise and her legacy has inspired many to follow their dreams to make the planet a safer place for every living creature.    Sources:    Phelan, A. H. (1987a). Gorillas in the mist.   Join The Dark Oak discussion: Patreon The Dark Oak Podcast Website Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok Youtube   This episode of The Dark Oak was created, researched, written, recorded, hosted, edited, published, and marketed by Cynthia and Stefanie of Just Us Gals Productions with artwork by Justyse Holmes and Music by Ryan Creep  

Imagine steep hillside roads, narrow such that cars often have to give way for the oncoming traffic.  People everywhere on both sides of the road: lorries, cars, safari landcruisers.  We are talking about a crowded scenario on the Rwandan roads in the area where the Mountain Gorillas dwell. Now imagine a bicycle. No gears, and - I think but am not at all sure - brakes.  The men riding the bikes freewheel down the road - down the middle of the road - at the speed of light - from the higher forest area to the market towns below. They are right in the thick of this traffic of cars and people and they are carrying sacks of potatoes weighing around 250 kilograms each. Yep, kg, not lbs.  At the source of this daredevilry is a potato field and the harvested potatoes and their non-helmet wearing carriers are setting off, one after the other in intervals such that they don't run into one another if one person is flying downhill faster than another. Never mind the cars, lorries and motorbikes coming the other direction though!  My chat with Fabien was borne of a fascination about these wild rides and, as often happens, ended up covering a lot more than that. Special guests on the conversation are Gervais Twamugize, our guide who translated the conversation for me and James Hutchings, my husband who has worked in agriculture for over 30 years in Africa and has some interesting questions for Fabien too. Enjoy our conversations! www.tintrunksafari.com Instagram: @tintrunksafari

On this episode of Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther, Lilly shares a story about dolphins rescuing a mother and baby whale from sharks, and we learn about marine mammal communications. National Geographic photographer Brent Stirton shares stories about his 25 years of photographing and reporting on environmental conflict, and Lawrence has a few tips on taking pictures without the use of sight. Lawrence also reflects on getting outdoors to open up your hearing.. Highlights:Introduction (00:00)How Animals Hear Underwater / Dolphins Rescue Whale (01:00)Human Hearing Test (02:42)Blue Whales Frequency Range (06:20)Brent Stirton Interview (7:46)Getting Started as a Photographer (8:52)Covering the End of Apartheid in South Africa & Photographing African Conflicts (10:31)Becoming an “Environmental Photographer” (11:33)Photographing Evacuation of Mountain Gorillas for Newsweek (13:00)Working for National Geographic (15:05)Covering Environmental Conflicts (16:26)Human Greed, the Illegal Wildlife Trade & Ancient Asian Medicine (17:07)Shutting Down the Shark Fin Industry (20:06)COVID, Human Disease & the Bush Meat Industry (21:13)Lawrence's Photography Tips for Blind and Partially-Sighted People (23:35)Why Your Hearing Expands in the Outdoors (26:06)Show Close (27:40)About Brent Stirton:Brent Stirton is a South African photographer with an extensive history in the documentary world. Brent's work has been published by National Geographic Magazine, GEO, Le Figaro, Stern, Der Spiegel, Paris Match, Vanity Fair, Newsweek, Time, The New York Times Magazine, The UK Sunday Times Magazine and many other respected international titles. Brent is a fellow of the National Geographic society and a National Geographic explorer. He has worked for UN OCHA, UNICEF, UN FAO, Doctors without Borders, Drugs for Neglected Disease, WWF, CNN, the Ford, Clinton and Gates Foundations, the Nike Foundation and the World Economic Forum. Brent has shot numerous reports for Human Rights Watch. He has done commercial assignments including annual reports for Novartis and commercial work for Volvo and Landrover. He is a Canon Ambassador.Brent has received 13 awards from World Press Photo and 16 awards from The Pictures of the Year International contest. He has won a National Magazine Award for his work for National Geographic Magazine in the Congo. He has won the Visa D'or award from Visa Pour L'Image twice for feature photography. Brent has twice been a finalist for the Prix Pictet award. He has been named Wildlife photographer of the year by the British Natural History Museum and has won Wildlife photojournalist of the year five times. In 2016 Brent won the National Geographic Magazine Photographer's Photographer Award. He has received multiple awards from the World Photography Awards, the Overseas Press Club, The Webbys, The Association of International Broadcasters, the HIPA Awards, the Frontline Club, the Deadline Club, Days Japan, China International Photo Awards, the Lead Awards Germany, Graphis, Communication Arts, American Photography, American Photo and the American Society of Publication Designers as well as the London Association of Photographers. Brent has received multiple Lucie Awards including International photographer of the Year.Brent has been recognized by the United Nations for his work on the Environment and in the field of HIV/AIDS. Brent guided and co-produced a documentary on Virunga National Park - The Gorilla Murders for National Geographic Television as well as appearing in the show. The documentary won the Emmy for Best Investigative Documentary Feature. Brent received a Peabody Award for his work with Human Rights Watch for most significant work in an electronic medium.Brent's work has appeared in numerous print shows around the world and his images are in a number of museum collections. Brent currently spends most of his time working on long-term investigative projects for National Geographic Magazine. He is a Senior Correspondent for Getty Images. He remains committed to issues relating to wildlife and conservation, global health, diminishing cultures, sustainability and the environment. Official WebsiteCanon Ambassador Profile About Outdoors with Lawrence Gunther:Listen live Saturdays and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Eastern over basic cable on AMI-audio, or stream episodes as a podcast. Send us your comments at Feedback@AMI.Ca and please rank us on Apple Podcast.

On Safari in Rwanda! Following my special interview with the three men who worked with Dian Fossey to help save the Mountain Gorillas (previous episode), I am talking about Rwanda in general now: the country, the people, the history - sad and yet inspiring - and of course what to do and see on safari there, which goes beyond trekking to see the endangered Mountain Gorillas, but of course includes that as a life-changing priority! Enjoy! www.tintrunksafari.com Instagram: @tintrunksafari

Listed as “Critically Endangered” by the IUCN Red List, the Eastern Gorilla is under severe threat. Deforestation for both, agricultural and commercial purposes, has led to severe fragmentation of the habitat of the species. Additionally, poaching has also driven much of this decline. Fortunately, there is still hope. The population of the Mountain Gorilla, one of the two subspecies of the Eastern Gorilla, is on the rise. This is through concrete conservation measures, such as habitat protection, eco-tourism, and effective anti-poaching measures. Another critical measure to conserve the world's largest ape species is to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases. In this interview, I speak to Dr. Rick from Gorilla Doctors about the types of diseases threatening gorillas, measures being taken to halt the transmission of these diseases, and the great on-field work they are partaking in! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit anishbanerjee.substack.com

This interview still gives me goose bumps. I have honoured Dian Fossey's work - exposing to the world the plight of the Mountain Gorilla and learning more and more about our wise and wonderful cousins - since forever. Getting to meet three men who worked with her and hear their stories was not only interesting, but important. She opened our eyes and hearts to these wonderful and endangered animals - and she couldn't have done it without men like these. Fidel translates for everyone so it is not only an interview with interesting information, you are also part of their conversation in Swahili - just like once upon a time. Enjoy! www.tintrunksafari.com Instagram: @tintrunksafari

If you can believe it, many of the animals that we know of today were once regarded as nothing, but myths until they were formally discovered by science. Today we start a new series called the Cryptid Case Files where we will dive into the legends and lore of such animals to shine light on real cryptoozology in action. We begin our journey with the discovery of the Mountain gorilla. Welcome back to Infinite Rabbit Hole! infiniterabbithole.com SOURCES: https://www.gorillas-world.com/gorillas-in-culture/ https://www.saveagorilla.org/discovery.html https://www.gorillasafariexperts.com/batwa-people-history-cultural-experiences-in-uganda/ https://africafreak.com/mountain-gorilla https://journals.psu.edu/ik/article/download/60158/60829/66201

Nestled in the Central Africa's Great Rift Valley, Rwanda, the Land of a Thousand Hills, is one of the most biodiverse nations on the continent, all the more impressive given its small size. With nearly 700 species of birds and an impressive diversity of large mammals, including Mountain Gorillas, Rwanda is increasingly a popular destination for nature tourists, including the ABA, which is heading there this winter. Winnie Kyamujara is a nature guide with the Ususambi Crane Preserve and she introduces us to this amazing county.  Also, Ontario birder and creator of the Winter Finch Report, Ron Pittaway, has passed away. We also celebrate incredible bird brains.  Subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, and Spotify, and please leave a rating or a review if you are so inclined! We appreciate it!

Join us for an impactful episode in the second season of 'Komunikate with the world' as we delve into the complexities of the Democratic Republic of Congo. In this compelling videopodcast, your host Marco interviews Sylvaine Boffel, a born and raised Congolese, renowned model for Wiener Models, and successful businesswoman with her own skincare line. Together, they explore the profound beauty and challenges of Congo. From breathtaking places like Virunga National Park, Garamba National Park or Congo River to encountering rare wildlife species like Okapi, Bonobo or Mountain Gorillas, Congo has an awe-amazing natural heritage. However, it is vital not to overlook the harsh reality of a long-standing civil war that has claimed the lives of millions. In this episode, we directly address this sobering fact, engaging in a candid conversation about the impact of the conflict on the Congolese people. Through Sylvaine's unique perspective, we shed light on the resilience and determination of the Congolese, as they strive for a brighter future amidst adversity. This videopodcast serves as a tribute to the beauty, strength, and spirit of Congo, while also acknowledging the challenges it faces. Join us as we uncover the multifaceted story of the Democratic Republic of Congo, celebrating its remarkable beauty and resilience while shedding light on the realities it confronts.

Uganda's first wildlife vet and award-winning conservationist, Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, shares her personal story about how her organization “Conservation Through Public Health“ has contributed to a steady growth of mountain gorillas in the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda. That's in addition to a major improvement in community health, a threefold increase in family planning use, and new opportunities for people living around the park to thrive in coexistence with gorillas and other wildlife.    In this 30-minute interview, we touch on:   How the nonprofit incorporates public health and family planning into conservation How to prevent the spread of diseases between humans and gorillas Why improving public health and hygiene helps communities and gorillas thrive How they achieved an increase of contraception from 22% to 67% Why ecotourism is great for local livelihoods but can't be the only option  Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka (1970) is one of the leading conservationists and scientists working to save the endangered mountain gorillas of East Africa. Her NGO Conservation Through Public Health promotes coexistence of gorillas, other wildlife, humans, and livestock. For her outstanding environmental and humanitarian work, Gladys has received a number of awards from the United Nations, Sierra Club and Edinburgh International Science Festival. Her memoir “Walking With Gorillas: The Journey of an African Wildlife Vet” came out in March 2023.  Links:  Conservation Through Public Health Walking With Gorillas: The Journey of an African Vet

Longtime trainer and conservationist Julie Scardina reflects on her time filming Mountain Gorillas with Jack Hanna in Rwanda a mere decade after the 1994 genocide. Julie has since trekked to view these great apes many times across their range in nearby Uganda.   Since her retirement as ambassador for SeaWorld & Busch Gardens where she helped manage their Conservation Fund, Julie leads Mission Wildlife, raising awareness and funds to support important conservation projects in Africa and elsewhere. Animal Care Software

Our long working title being: "Around The Globe With A Camera in 45 Minutes" as today we wonder around the world while we discuss Wildlife, Nature and Travel photography and get ready to hear some amazing stories from Mountain Gorillas to Snow Leopards to getting eye to eye with Whales! In our episode from today we talk with the amazing professional Travel&Nature photographer Dalida Innes all the way from Australia, if we manage she sits still and don't get bitten by the travel bug while we talk, since she traveled a big part of the world in search of some amazing creatures and people. Dalida has won numerous photography awards and will make you sit on the edge of your stool with her stories, as she discusses roaming the globe with her Nikon D5 in her hand, the best practices for female photographers as solo travelers and getting that shot that you want. Oh, and you will love her passion for Nature too...Enjoy it!   Timeline "The Intrepid Travel Photographer": 00:05:10 Becoming a Travel&Wildlife Photographer 00:10:50 Advice for Aspiring Women Photographers 00:14:50 Important Requirements for a Nature Photographer 00:20:55 The 3 'Rights' 00:22:50 The Gear Question 00:26:43 Diving with Whales 00:31:00 The Importance of Nature Conservation 00:35:20 The Most Memorable Personal Moments 00:38:55 The Chase of the Snow Leopard 00:40:50 Start and Stop Doing in Photography   Check out more of Dalida's work: Website: https://dalidainnes.com/ About Innes Wildlife: https://www.inneswildlife.com/about Female-Led Wildlife Photography Travel- A Detailed Guide: https://www.inneswildlife.com/blog/female-led-wildlife-photography-travel-a-detailed-guide Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dada.gz.9/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dainnes67 Twitter: https://twitter.com/dainnes67   Connect with The Camera Cafe Show and don't forget to Follow and Subscribe!: Website: https://www.thecameracafeshow.podbean.com Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CameraCafeShow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecameracafeshow   Enjoyed our show? Buy us a Coffee because we need caffeine to move the podcast forwards!

Join me as I trek through Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to find a family of mountain gorillas and experience the magic of observing these incredible creatures up close. Don't miss this thrilling episode of The Radio Vagabond. Also, you get to know Charles and Amos, both with a deep knowledge of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and its enchanting mountain gorillas. Charles is an experienced driver and tour guide from Eco Adventure Safaris dedicated to providing visitors with an unforgettable trip through Uganda's stunning scenery. Amos is an experienced ranger guide with a vast knowledge of the forest's ecosystem and a gift for recounting engaging stories about endangered mountain gorillas. Both Charles and Amos are passionate about wildlife and environmental conservation, offering wildlife enthusiasts an extraordinary journey that will leave a lasting impact. In this episode, you will be able to: Discover the wonders of gorilla trekking in Uganda while venturing into the majestic Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Gain fascinating insights into the lives of mountain gorillas and their awe-inspiring habitats. Learn about silverback gorillas' crucial roles and behavior in their social groups. Acquire essential information on permits and costs for mountain gorilla visits in Uganda, Rwanda, and Congo.   Timestamped summary of this episode:   00:00:00 - Introduction  I'm in Uganda, waiting for a driver to take me on a three-day tour to the jungle to see the mountain gorillas. 00:02:20 - Eco Adventures Safari  Charles from Eco Adventures Safari picks me up, and we spend 10 hours driving to the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. Charles explains the itinerary, including community walks, gorilla tracking, and the journey back. 00:05:10 - Rolex SnackCharles introduces me to a popular Ugandan street food called Rolex. The snack consists of an omelette rolled up in a chapati and has become a symbol of Ugandan entrepreneurship. 00:08:08 - Bwindi Impenetrable National ParkI describe the national park, which covers an area of 320 square kilometres and is home to almost half of the world's mountain gorillas. UNESCO also recognizes the park as a World Heritage Site due to its many different plants and animals, including the Batwa Pygmies, one of Africa's oldest indigenous communities. 00:12:36 - Trekking to See GorillasWe arrive at the park headquarters for a briefing from the Uganda Wildlife Authority Ranger guides. After a performance from the Rushaga Community Handicraft Association, we begin our trek to see the mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. 00:17:14 - Gorilla EncounterI talk to the ranger guide, Amos, about the magical experience of encountering a family of mountain gorillas in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. We talk about the social structure of gorilla families, the role of the silverback, and how trackers locate the gorilla groups. 00:23:33 - Gorilla Behaviour The conversation revolves around gorilla behavior, including how the silverback protects the family from predators and other gorilla groups. We discuss how females leave their families and join new silverbacks when they are soon to conceive and how gorillas engage in friendly interactions with other groups. 00:26:08 - Reflecting Over lunch, the group reflects on our hour-long encounter with the gorillas, talking about how natural the gorillas were around humans and how close we got to the silverback. We also discuss the incredible acrobatic skills of the gorilla kids and how human-like their behavior was. 00:28:30 - Permits and Costs I provide information on the cost of permits to visit mountain gorillas in Uganda, Rwanda, and Congo and recommend Eco Adventure Safari for those considering gorilla tracking.  00:30:48 - Part Two PreviewI tease the second part of my Uganda gorilla trip episodes, where I go on a slippery and muddy adventure, falls multiple times, and teach you some important words in the local Luganda language. I also hint at something terrible that happened on this trip.   The resources mentioned in this episode are: Book a tour with Eco Adventure Safaris for responsible, eco-friendly gorilla trekking tours and wildlife safaris in Uganda, Rwanda, Congo, Kenya, and Tanzania. Try a Ugandan-style omelet rolled up in a chapati called a Rolex. Follow The Radio Vagabond on Instagram and check out my photos from the trip. Spend the night at Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge, nestled in natural surroundings and offers a peaceful and serene atmosphere – and a stunning view. Consider visiting Bwindi Impenetrable National Park during June, July, August, September, or December for drier weather and better gorilla trekking conditions. Ensure your camera is fully charged and has enough space for photos before embarking on the gorilla trek with Uganda Wildlife Authority Ranger guides. Support the Rushaga Community Handicraft Association by purchasing their handmade crafts when visiting the national park. Donate to organizations supporting mountain gorillas conservation, such as the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund or the International Gorilla Conservation Programme. Visit Hotels25.com for the best hotel prices worldwide.

Kevin Paul Scott - Inspired Every Day: Three Indispensable Ingredients to Connect with Your Passion. This is episode 573 of Teaching Learning Leading K12, an audio podcast. Kevin Paul Scott has traveled to six continents and spoken to leaders from more than 100 countries. Kevin is the co-founder of ADDO, a leadership consultancy based in Atlanta, Georgia. ADDO exists to inspire people today to impact tomorrow. In addition to working with businesses and brands, ADDO has developed the national Chick-fil-A Leader Academy program, the Atlanta Braves Leadership Institute, and other leadership programs from cradle-through-career. Prior to founding ADDO, Kevin's background included non-profit charitable work, business ventures, and politics. After graduating from the University of Georgia, Kevin served on a presidential campaign team and then worked as a representative for a United States Congressman. Kevin is the author of four books, including his latest Inspired Every Day: Three Indispensable Ingredients to Connect with Your Passion. In consecutive years, Kevin was named to the “40 under 40′ lists for Georgia Trend and then the Atlanta Business Chronicle. For his leadership and business acumen, Kevin has been featured on Fox News, CNN, MSNBC, and in numerous publications, including The New York Times, Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times. For fun, Kevin has been cage diving with Great White Sharks in South Africa, trekked Mountain Gorillas in Uganda, and ridden a llama in Colombia. However, he most enjoys being at home with his wife, Laura, and his children, George and Amelia. Our focus today is on his book, “Inspired Every Day: Three Indispensable Ingredients to Connect with Your Passion.” Awesome book! Awesome conversation! Lots to think about. Before you go... Could you do me a favor? Please go to my website at https://www.stevenmiletto.com/reviews/ or open the podcast app that you are listening to me on, and would you rate and review the podcast? That would be so cool. Thanks! If you are listening on Apple Podcasts on your phone, go to the logo - click so that you are on the main page with a listing of the episodes for my podcast and scroll to the bottom. There you will see a place to rate and review. Could you review me? That would be so cool. Thank you! Hey, I've got another favor...could you share the podcast with one of your friends, colleagues, and family members? Hmmm? What do you think? Thank you! Thanks for sharing! Thanks for listening! Connect & Learn More: https://kevinpaulscott.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinpaulscott/ https://www.instagram.com/kevinpaulscott/ https://twitter.com/kevinpaulscott https://www.facebook.com/KevinPaulScott Length - 46:16

The number of wild mountain gorillas, who are at risk from humans, is increasing for the first time in years. This is thanks to the efforts of conservationists like Uganda's first-ever wildlife veterinarian, Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, who says they are truly gentle giants. There are just over a thousand mountain gorillas left, mostly high in the mountains in Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Kalema-Zikusoka has also written a book, "Walking with Gorillas", charting her life from young enthusiast to wildlife campaigner.

War, genocide, human population growth, food insecurity, poaching, limited range, climate change and land use policies are just some of the reasons why mountain gorillas have been on the brink of extinction for decades. A reality made more stark given the subspecies was only "discovered" by the West as recently as 1902. Today, the Mountain Gorilla, made part of the public consciousness by the embedded research and advocacy efforts of the late Dr. Dian Fossey, and later by modern zoos and zoo media personalities like Jack Hanna, has rebounded somewhat in the beautiful central African country of Rwanda. While these conservation gains are far from guaranteed, concentrated research, public education, greater security, and well-managed ecotourism efforts have preserved mountain gorillas for now. Join Zoo Logic from the field for a real time glimpse at what trekking to see this charismatic species entails for them and for humans in a small country still coping with the legacy of genocide.  Animal Care Software Kigali Genocide Memorial  

Focussed ultrasound could have potential for inducing hibernation; Scientists explore what makes you attractive — to mosquitoes; Coyotes and bobcats are more vulnerable to humans when wolves and cougars are around; A Ugandan vet's amazing story of her work to save mountain gorillas.

Making insightful observations is a key component of being a good scientist, or journalist, or filmmaker. Come to think of it, many careers rely on the ability to notice the details. In this week's episode, both of our storytellers are keen observers of human and animal nature. Part 1: Documentary filmmaker Caitlin Starowicz is so focused on making her movie about endangered Mountain Gorillas a success that she fails to see what's in front of her. Part 2: For a story on escape rooms, journalist Danny Wicentowski studies the trials, triumphs, and strategies of the players. Caitlin Starowicz is a director/producer for film and television. Her work focuses on the climate crisis, animal rights, women in STEM, and intersectional feminism. Her films have twice nominated for Best Documentary in Canada at the Canadian Screen Awards, and once for Best Documentary Director in Canada. Danny Wicentowski is a journalist and storyteller in St. Louis. Now a producer at St. Louis Public Radio, Danny worked for more than eight years as a staff writer and investigative reporter for St. Louis' alt-weekly the Riverfront Times. In 2020, he co-produced and hosted the podcast American Skyjacker, chronicling the life and crimes of plane hijacker Martin McNally. Danny lives in Bevo Mill with a black cat and many notebooks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of the world's greatest travel experiences is to visit the mountain gorillas of Central Africa.  Lea just returned from this once-in-a-lifetime quest, including other animal safaris, and talks with Africa travel expert Chris Johnston about the how-tos, what-to -expects, and special memories of this aspirational adventure._____Chris Johnston of Steppes Travel in England, wrote this great bio: "I  first visited Africa over 26 years ago and the trip took on a life of its own. I planned for three months, but stayed for two years. Since then, I have been very fortunate to have explored much of east, south, west and Central Africa. From three-eyed lizards in Madagascar, mermaids in Cameroon to volcanoes in the Congo, every trip is different. My heart however lies with the great apes and I have explored Rwanda, Uganda and both Congo's many times over the years, to look for the wonderful primates found here. I've led groups for CNN, BBC wildlife film makers and Nat Geo photographers as well as countless adventurous travellers who are looking for what is surely the most human of all wildlife encounters.  I have also worked closely with the Ugandan, Rwandese and Congolese governments to look at ways of providing sustainable gorilla trekking in new regions for tourism. In that time I have been charged by a silverback, stepped on  (and worse) by juvenile gorillas, been attacked by a chimpanzee, been shot at by poachers, almost fallen into a lava lake, enjoyed high tea with UN peacekeepers and arrested. I have however been won over by the beauty of the landscapes and the grace of the people who live here, often in the most challenging of circumstances. They remain among some of the most welcoming and optimistic people I have had the privilege to meet. I am forever grateful for their hospitality and kindness in helping me with these trips."_____Podcast host Lea Lane blogs at forbes.com, has traveled to over 100 countries, and written nine books, including the award-winning Places I Remember  (Kirkus Reviews star rating, and 'one of the top 100 Indie books' of  the year. ) She has contributed to many guidebooks and has written thousands of travel articles. Contact Lea- she loves hearing from you!  @lealane on Twitter; PlacesIRememberLeaLane on Insta; Places I Remember with Lea Lane on Facebook; Website: placesirememberlealane.com.  New episodes drop every other Tuesday, wherever you listen. Please consider sharing, following, rating and reviewing this award-winning travel podcast. 

This week we welcome back to the podcast Corbin Maxey! For the next two weeks we are having a March Madness tournament of mammals. In this tournament, both Chris and Angie picked 8 MAMMALS each to go head to head, to see how is the best, coolest and just overall most awesome mammal in the world. Corbin Maxey is our judge and he will evaluate if either Chris or Angie make a better argument on which mammal is best. We will be posting the bracket on social media or you can make your own to follow. In selecting our mammals we did our best to select a wide variety to make it representative of what we see in the wild. So sadly an incredible species like the Tiger, Bonobo, Mountain Gorilla, and so many other great mammals did not make the cut. YET, what we did select made for an absolutely fun set of episodes. Please let us know who you would have picked. This is a packed episode of incredible facts about some of your favorite mammals!! The bracket was randomly generated so not to play any favorites. It is: Round 1 Sloth (Angie) vs. Lion (Chris) Hippo (Angie) vs Koala (Chris) Grey Wolf (Angie) vs Saiga (Chris) Platypus (Angie) vs African Elephant (Chris) Orca (Angie) vs Honey Badger (Chris) Naked Mole Rat (Angie) vs. Orangutan (Chris) Zebra (Angie) vs Leopard Seal (Chris) Flying Fox (Angie) vs Polar Bear (Chris) The rules are pretty simply. We each make three arguments on why our animal is better than the other. Corbin as the judge decides who goes on to the next round. Also, PLEASE visit Corbin at his YouTube website. He is doing such amazing work in animal education and can be visited HERE Please contact us at advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast You can also visit our website HERE.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Bill Weber and Amy Vedder arrived in Rwanda to study mountain gorillas with Dian Fossey, the gorilla population was teetering toward extinction. Poaching was rampant, but it was loss of habitat that most endangered the gorillas. Weber and Vedder realized that the gorillas were doomed unless something was done to save their forest home. They helped found the Mountain Gorilla Project, which would inform Rwandans about the gorillas and the importance of conservation, while at the same time establishing an ecotourism project -- one of the first anywhere in a rainforest -- to bring desperately needed revenue to Rwanda. Today the population of mountain gorillas is the highest it has been since the 1960s, and there is new hope for the species' fragile future even as the people of Rwanda strive to overcome ethnic and political differences.Bill Weber has worked for 25 years in the field of international conservation. He lived in Africa for nine years, where he and his wife, Amy Vedder, helped to establish the famous Mountain Gorilla Project in Rwanda and several other park and forest protection initiatives across the Congo Basin.From the Archives: This live interview was recorded on  December 13,  2001 on the nationally syndicated radio program, hosted by Laura Lee . See more at www.lauralee.com Also available in Spotify for download Laura Lee, Laura Lee Show, Conversation4Exploration. Conversation 4 Exploration, ConversationforExploration, Conversation for Exploration, Cuyamungue Institute

Some British dude showed up to this massive lake in Africa and named it after his queen. Lake Victoria is either the 2nd or 3rd largest lake in the world, depending on what you consider a lake. Also, Uganda is a crazy incredible place for seeing lots of wildlife, including more than a 1,000 species of birds. River of the Gods, book by Candice Millard that Clark mentions in this episode can be found on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/River-Gods-Genius-Courage-Betrayal/dp/0385543107 You can find all of Clark's classes on Outschool at his Teacher Profile Page at https://bit.ly/clarkonoutschool or email clark at aroundtheworldwithmrclark@gmail.com or follow him on Instragram https://www.instagram.com/clarkvand/

Yet More Yeti: Are you ready for a deeper dive into the world of the Yeti? Join us as we continue our journey into the unknown in episode 9 of "The Hidden Creatures Podcast". In this episode, we'll be examining the possibilities of yeti subspecies, including the elusive Dzuteh and Miteh. We'll delve into the evidence of recent sightings, including mysterious footprints that have been discovered in the wild. We'll also explore the theories and legends that have arisen around these elusive creatures. But that's not all! We'll also be taking a closer look at the Mountain Gorilla and the Hot-Headed Naked Ice Borer. These fascinating creatures have unique and intriguing stories of their own, and we'll be uncovering the mysteries surrounding them as well. So grab a warm blanket, settle in, and prepare to delve deeper into the world of cryptozoology as we explore the possibilities of yeti subspecies, the Mountain Gorilla, the Hot-Headed Naked Ice Borer, and much more in "The Hidden Creatures Podcast". Written, Edited and Produced by - Edward James

Great apes — gorillas, chimps, orangutans and bonobos — have been Talking Apes host Gerry Ellis's life long passion. Discover where it started and how it's evolved as guest host Eric Cain explores the world of Talking Apes with photographer, film-maker and podcast host, Gerry Ellis.Long before creating the Talking Apes podcast, Gerry had built an award-winning career as an international wildlife film-maker, photographer, and writer spans three-decades and features work appearing in National Geographic, BBC Wildlife, the New York Times, Ranger Rick, and more. He is the author and/or photographer of more than a dozen books, including two in the highly acclaimed National Geographic Kids Book series.Gerry's filming project in 2001, Wild Orphans, inspired the founding of GLOBIO. GLOBIO is a global awareness nonprofit that creates environmental films and provides visual support to wildlife conservation organizations around the world, and tells their stories globally while educating the public about our shared environmental challenges. GLOBIO's mission is to inspire a positive relationship with our environment by connecting species, people and planet.Support our work by becoming a Patreon subscriber: Click hereMake a one off donation to GLOBIO: Click here Talking Apes is a GLOBIO initiative. Learn more:Official website: talkingapes.orgInstagram: @talkingapes_podcastSupport our work by making a small donation here, or for access to exclusive content and rewards, click here to become a Patreon member.Support the showTalking Apes is a GLOBIO initiative. Learn more:Official website: talkingapes.orgInstagram: @talkingapes_podcastSupport our work by making a small donation here, or for access to exclusive content and rewards, click here to become a Patreon member.

Dr. Tara Stoinski, the CEO and chief scientific officer of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, speaks with us about working with MASS Design Group on her organization's new Ellen DeGeneres Campus in Rwanda, how mountain gorillas have become a conservation “success story,” and why her work with gorillas can serve as model for conservation efforts elsewhere.Episode sponsored by Grand Seiko.

This week exclusive: Karan Patel, Leroy Gomes and Hamza Anwar.

Mountain Gorillas and forest elephants highlight our launch of Talking Apes Season 2 with conservationist and naturalist Ian Redmond. Over his three-decades of life in the wilds, Ian has seen the most beautiful reflections of nature and the most horrific of impacts we humans have dish out. Through it all Ian has remained positive and confident in the resiliency of nature and the strength of our resolve to ensure survival of magnificent species like gorillas and elephants.Support the show

Mountain Gorillas and forest elephants highlight our launch of Talking Apes Season 2 with conservationist and naturalist Ian Redmond. Over his three-decades of life in the wilds, Ian has seen the most beautiful reflections of nature and the most horrific of impacts we humans have dish out. Through it all Ian has remained positive and confident in the resiliency of nature and the strength of our resolve to ensure survival of magnificent species like gorillas and elephants. Part 2 digs deeper into the role of carbon, climate and ecosystem services as an economic commodity that might just provide wildlife with a greater value alive than poached.Support the show

Tourists are making long treks through deep forests in South West Uganda to spend time viewing mountain gorillas that were once almost extinct.

Lesley Stahl is in Rwanda with researchers using cutting edge science to study generations of mountain gorillas. Learn how this work is helping save the country's gorillas. Jon Wertheim in the classroom and on the ground at Deep Springs College. Sharyn Alfonsi goes inside the fashion forward world of House of Gucci.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Craig's Sholley’s experiences with wildlife and conservation began in 1973 as a Peace Corps volunteer in Zaire. As an L.S.B. Leakey grant researcher in the late 1970s, Craig studied mountain gorillas with Dian Fossey and, in 1987, became director of Rwanda's Mountain Gorilla Project. Craig has acted as Scientific Advisor for the award-winning IMAX film, "Mountain Gorilla," and with National Geographic, he surveyed the conservation status of mountain gorillas in the aftermath of Rwanda's civil war. Craig’s direct involvement with AWF began as a Senior Associate and member of AWF’s Board of Trustees. He became a full-time employee of AWF in 2001 and now serves as Senior Vice President. The day we chatted, Craig was in Arusha, Tanzania, putting the final touches on the Mkapa Wildlife Photography Exhibition. I’ve embedded a few amazing photos from the show below.Intro music “Brightside of the Sun,” by Basin and Range. “Like the Love but Love the Pain,” Kwesi; Outro: “Smoke Alarm,” by Carsie Blanton.A little something just for you sweet subscribers:You can view all the finalists in the competition here. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit chrisryan.substack.com/subscribe

Dr Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, founder and Chief Executive Officer - Conservation Through Public Health (CTPH); an organisation dedicated to the coexistence of endangered mountain gorillas, other wildlife, humans, and livestock in Africa talks Conservation of Mountain Gorillas through Public Health on this week's episode of the #IdeationCorner. Kalema-Zikusoka was Uganda's first wildlife veterinary officer and was the star of the BBC documentary, Gladys the African Vet. In 2009 she won the Whitley Gold Award for her conservation work. In December 2021 she was proclaimed a United Nations Environment Programme's Champion of the Earth for Science and Innovation for her work with the One Health initiative. Listen to her story on the Ideation Corner With Amb. Damali Ssali.

Hey Wicked Hunters,  Welcome back to The Art of Photography Podcast season 2, where we share how photography has given us hope, purpose and happiness! Today we have Tiba from Brazil. He is a Capoeira expert and a photographer and over the years he has worked with many famous singers/artists and travelled to many countries around the globe. In this podcast, he shared his journey in the NFT world sharing the story of his adventures to document Mountain Gorilla in Rwanda. He was able to capture a very rare moment where the gorilla was pounding his chest and have that photo hanging on Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund (Museum and research centre). He shared his journey as an artist, martial art teacher and why he decided to jump into the NFT world.  He made his NFT collection of Mountain Gorilla available on OpenSea; you can check it out here: https://opensea.io/collection/themountaingorillas If you want to learn more about Tiba's work, you can find it here: • Website: https://tibalism.com/  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tibalism.eth/   • Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tibalism   Other ways to listen and subscribe to the podcast: • Spotify - http://bit.ly/twhspotify   • Apple Podcast - https://bit.ly/Theartofphotography   • Google Podcast: https://bit.ly/TheArtOfPhotographyWithStanleyAr   • Website: https://podcast.thewickedhunt.com      • Tune In (Alexa) - https://bit.ly/TuneInTheArtOfPhotographyPodcastWithStanleyAr     For those of you who want to learn more about The Wicked Hunt Photography by Stanley Aryanto: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewickedhunt/      • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewickedhunt/ • Masterclass: https://www.TheWickedHuntPhotography.com      • Photo print: https://www.TheWickedHunt.com/    Don't forget to leave a review on the podcast if you enjoy this conversation. It would help us to get found and help to inspire other photographers. 

Uganda's first wildlife vet, Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, joins the show this week to share how tourism has affected the lives of the wildlife and residents in and around Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park in southwestern Uganda. Dr. Gladys, who was recently named a UN Champion of the Earth, is the founder and CEO of both Conservation Through Public Health and Gorilla Conservation Coffee. She joins the show to talk about the important economic opportunities that have come with gorilla trekking, as well the health challenges that have arisen as gorillas and humans have come into closer contact. She shares how Uganda's gorilla population has grown since tourism began in the area, and explains why they recently had their first gorilla poaching incident in a very long time. Plus, listen up for Paige's language lesson with a native of a European micro-state that's famous for its luxury tourism. Thanks so much for listening, and have a great week! Resources Conservation Through Public Health Information on gorilla trekking with CTPH Gorilla Conservation Coffee Find Dr. Gladys on Instagram and Twitter

Shannon from Ohio tells us her interesting Bigfoot encounter!

Shannon from Ohio tells us her interesting Bigfoot encounter!

Can saving one species once on the brink of vanishing in the mist show us the way out of the extinction darkness? Joining us to celebrate World Gorilla Day is Dr. Tara Stoinski, President & CEO, and Chief Science Officer of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International, and discover how saving one species can help tip the scale in favor of others too. More about Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International: https://gorillafund.org/Talking Apes is the podcast that gets to the very heart of what is happening with and to apes like us. We explore the world of apes and primates with experts, conservationists, and passionate primate people from around the world. Join us as we unpack their weird and wonderful lives piece by piece.Talking Apes is made possible through generous support from listeners to nonprofit GLOBIO.org. Support the show (https://globio.org/donate)

Welcome to the Best Kept Secret Travel podcast where Morgan and Will uncover the best kept secrets about travel.   In this episode of BKStravel podcast we have a slightly different episode where Morgan interviews Will about one of his best experiences to date. We go in depth into Wills experience in Rwanda where he gets up close and personal with mountain gorillas. We go through all the tangible steps that you need to be able to go and see mountain gorillas yourself including costs, permits, countries and visas. This is definitely and episode you want to hear.If you liked this episode we would be super grateful if you left us a review or message us on Instagram to tell us what you want to see next.  We also have a video version of this podcast on YouTube https://youtu.be/Mn9qtiN2HNI We have launched a podcast all multiple podcast platforms Apple https://apple.co/2U14Hzc Spotify https://spoti.fi/3pWulB2 Google https://bit.ly/3wyJUBx  Instagram https://bit.ly/3iK8iMt 

Charles Foley and Jon Hall's second part of their interview with George Schaller, widely regarded as the planet's greatest living field biologist.Some follow a career in wildlife biology and dream of discovering new species. Others of uncovering new information on our most charismatic animals. While some yearn to make a genuine impact on conservation. George Schaller has made enormous contributions in all of these areas in a career spanning 70 years. His pioneering work with Mountain Gorillas showed the world for the first time that they were a gentle - not savage - species, and it paved the way for Dian Fossey to begin her work. He went on to work with a set of mammalwatching bucket list species from Snow Leopards and Tigers through Giant Pandas and Gobi Bears. In the early 1990s he helped discover the Saola - the "Asian unicorn" - in Laos, and one of the most remarkable species discoveries of the 20th Century. He has also helped set up over 20 protected areas including the 200,000 square mile Changtang Nature Reserve on the Tibetan plateau. He has won countless awards and written 15 books, one of which - on Lions - won the USA's National Book Award. Legendary does not do him justice.For more information visit www.mammalwatching.com/podcastNotes: Here is an article on Schaller's life and career. He has written hundreds of magazine articles and Op Eds, like this one with Peter Zahler (who we interviewed in Episode 6 of this podcast) and there are many more references in his wikipedia entry. Here is short video about his many achievements. His latest book, Into Wild Mongolia, is published by Yale.Here is more information on the Wildlife Conservation Society's work to protect the few Saola that may be left in Laos and Vietnam.Cover art: George Schaller and a Giant Panda.Dr Charles Foley is a mammalwatcher and biologist who, together with his wife Lara, spent 30 years studying elephants in Tanzania. They now run the Tanzania Conservation Research Program at the Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago.Jon Hall set up mammalwatching.com in 2005. Genetically Welsh, spiritually Australian, currently in New York City. He has looked for mammals in over 100 countries.Produced and edited by José G. Martínez-Fonseca mammalwatcher, photographer and wildlife biologist.Thanks also to Sierra Foley for her editing skills and patience.

Charles Foley and Jon Hall's first part of a two part interview with George Schaller, widely regarded as the planet's greatest living field biologist. Some follow a career in wildlife biology and dream of discovering new species. Others of uncovering new information on our most charismatic animals. While some yearn to make a genuine impact on conservation. George Schaller has made enormous contributions in all of these areas in a career spanning 70 years. His pioneering work with Mountain Gorillas showed the world for the first time that they were a gentle - not savage - species, and it paved the way for Dian Fossey to begin her work. He went on to work with a set of mammalwatching bucket list species from Snow Leopards and Tigers through Giant Pandas and Gobi Bears. In the early 1990s he helped discover the Saola - the "Asian unicorn" - in Laos, and one of the most remarkable species discoveries of the 20th Century. He has also helped set up over 20 protected areas including the 200,000 square mile Changtang Nature Reserve on the Tibetan plateau. He has won countless awards and written 15 books, one of which - on Lions - won the USA's National Book Award. Legendary does not do him justice.For more information visit www.mammalwatching.com/podcastNotes: Here is an article on Schaller's life and career. He has written hundreds of magazine articles and Op Eds, like this one with Peter Zahler (who we interviewed in Episode 6 of this podcast) and there are many more references in his wikipedia entry. Here is short video about his many achievements.  His latest book, Into Wild Mongolia, is published by Yale.Here is more information on the Wildlife Conservation Society's work to protect the few Saola that may be left in Laos and Vietnam.Cover art: A local herdsman and George Schaller with a Snow Leopard they are about to radio collar in Mongolia.Dr Charles Foley is a mammalwatcher and biologist who, together with his wife Lara, spent 30 years studying elephants in Tanzania. They now run the Tanzania Conservation Research Program at the Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago.Jon Hall set up mammalwatching.com in 2005. Genetically Welsh, spiritually Australian, currently in New York City. He has looked for mammals in over 100 countries.Produced and edited by José G. Martínez-Fonseca mammalwatcher, photographer and wildlife biologist.Thanks also to Sierra Foley for her editing skills and patience.

We interview Cheryl Antonucci  about her love of primates, the mountains of Ethiopia and why more women don't have a mammal list. Don't miss her encounter with some drunk gorillas. For more information visit www.mammalwatching.com/podcastHere's the YouTube trailer.Notes: Cheryl's trip reports include Panama (2016), Ecuador (2015) and the Sea of Okhotsk (2016) .For more information on Crested Rats see this paper and this one.  And this is Tyler Davis's video that Charles mentioned.There are some great photos here from the Ethiopian mountains including Bale Monkeys and Ethiopian Wolves.Here is Jon's report on seeing the gorillas in Rwanda.Cover photo - a drunk Mountain Gorilla - by Cheryl Antonucci.Watch the trailer.Dr Charles Foley is a mammalwatcher and biologist who, together with his wife Lara, spent 30 years studying elephants in Tanzania. They now run the Tanzania Conservation Research Program at the Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago.Jon Hall set up mammalwatching.com in 2005. Genetically Welsh, spiritually Australian, currently in New York City. He has looked for mammals in over 100 countries.Produced and edited by José G. Martínez-Fonseca mammalwatcher, photographer and wildlife biologist.

Sam Richardson wakes up excited about life everyday with a sense of adventure and wonder. Whether it's climbing Kilimanjaro or up the side of a volcano in search of Mountain Gorillas in Rwanda, studying in Ghana, or hiking or biking around his home in San Francisco, California and beyond, Sam believes in embracing life and living it to the fullest. After so many adventures around the world at such a young age, Sam has taken his love of life and adventure to start Sam's Adventure Snacks where he crafts PB & J's and inspires people to inspire one another by sharing their stories about Fitness, Adventure, and Nutrition.  In the San Francisco Bay Area? Check out Sam's snacks at https://www.samsadventuresnacks.com/ Learn more about Metamo: https://metamo.travel/subscribe/Enquire about your next trip: https://metamo.travel/enquire/

This week, we find out which cartoon character just celebrated a big birthday, we learn about Mountain Gorillas in Africa, we take a look at the role of lifesavers at our beaches, and we meet a parrot named Jazz who's very good at copying sounds.