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2020 documentary film by Pippa Ehrlich and James Reed

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Thecuriousmanspodcast
Craig Foster Interview Episode 540

Thecuriousmanspodcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 55:09


Matt Crawford speaks with Academy award winning documentary filmmaker of My Octopus Teacher and author Craig Foster about his book, My Amphibious Soul: Finding the Wild in a Tame World. Craig and I discuss his worldwide phenomenon documentary My Octopus Teacher and how that led to his follow up book My Amphibious Soul. How do we connect with nature in an increasingly disconnected world? Foster takes us through is journey and struggle of maintaining that connection and balancing his own well-being and mental health. We discuss what led him to start a daily routine of immersing himself in the ocean and to maintain that practice for over a decade and how that led to his film My Octopus Teacher. His new book takes us deeper into his methods and emotions and the impact his work has had on him.

Brave New World -- hosted by Vasant Dhar
Ep 95: Peter Ward On The Evolution Of Life

Brave New World -- hosted by Vasant Dhar

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 69:53


In Episode 95 of Brave New World, Palaeontologist Peter Ward returns to explore life's evolutionary journey and examine compelling possibilities for its future direction. Useful Resources: 1. Peter Ward on Wikipedia and The University Of Washington. 2. Stephen Jay Gould. 3. Wonderful Life: The Burgess Shale and Nature Of History – Stephen Jay Gould. 4. Cambrian Explosion. 5. Burgess Shale. 6. Nick Lane. 7. Oxygen: The Molecule That Made The World – Nick Lane. 8. Life Ascending: The Ten Great Inventions of Evolution – Nick Lane. 9. David Catling on Wikipedia and the University Of Washington. 10. Eukaryote. 11. Lynn Margulis. 12. Carl Sagan. 13. Chemoreceptors. 14. My Octopus Teacher. 15. Pippa Ehrlich On The Mysteries of The Sea – Episode 77 Of Brave New World. 16. Methuselah Foundation and Methuselah Mice. 17. CRISPR. 18. Future Evolution – Peter Ward. 19. After Man: A Zoology Of The Future - Dougal Dixon. 20. Future Evolution with Alexis Rockman 21. Rare Earth: Why Complex Life is Uncommon in the Universe – Peter Ward and Donald Brownlee. 22. Seth Shostak on Extraterrestrial Life – Episode 85 of Brave New World. 23. Drake Equation. 24. Endangered Species Act, Clean Air Act. 25. Daniel J. Evans. 26. David Battisti 27. Edward O. Wilson 28. Biophilia – Edward O. Wilson Check out Vasant Dhar's newsletter on Substack. The subscription is free!

Speak Up For The Ocean Blue
Octopus Ocean Book: Exploring the Genius Minds Beneath the Waves with Mark Leiren-Young

Speak Up For The Ocean Blue

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 65:00 Transcription Available


Octopus intelligence is nothing short of extraordinary—and in this episode, we dive deep with award-winning author Mark Leiren-Young to explore the surprising minds, behaviors, and conservation challenges of one of the ocean's most elusive animals. Inspired by his latest book Octopus Ocean: Geniuses of the Deep, Mark shares jaw-dropping stories about tool-using octopuses, their ability to dream, their strange biology (think blue blood and donut-shaped brains), and why these misunderstood creatures deserve our awe and protection. Octopus conservation is becoming a hot topic thanks to a growing public fascination with cephalopods—sparked in part by documentaries like My Octopus Teacher. Mark and I discuss the ethical questions around octopus farming, the movement to grant them legal protections, and how young readers (and adults!) can become stewards of marine life. This episode is a fun, insightful, and important listen for ocean lovers of all ages. Buy the book: https://www.orcabook.com/Octopus-Ocean Website: https://www.leiren-young.com/ Follow a career in conservation: https://www.conservation-careers.com/online-training/ Use the code SUFB to get 33% off courses and the careers program.   Do you want to join my Ocean Community? Sign Up for Updates on the process: www.speakupforblue.com/oceanapp   Sign up for our Newsletter: http://www.speakupforblue.com/newsletter   Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3NmYvsI Connect with Speak Up For Blue: Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@speakupforblue Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc YouTube: www.speakupforblue.com/youtube  

Crazy Wisdom
Episode #447: From Frustration to Creation: Building with Chaos Instead of Blueprints

Crazy Wisdom

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 59:21


In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, I, Stewart Alsop, speak with Perry Knoppert, founder of The Octopus Movement, joining us from the Netherlands. We explore everything from octopus facts (like how they once had bones and decided to ditch them—wild, right?) to neurodivergence, non-linear thinking, the alien-like nature of both octopuses and AI, and how the future of education might finally reflect the chaos and creativity of human intelligence. Perry drops insight bombs on ADHD, dyslexia, chaos as a superpower, and even shares a wild idea about how frustration—not just ideas—can shape the world. You can connect with him and explore more at theoctopusmovement.org, and check out his playful venting app at tellTom.ink.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversation!Timestamps00:00 Introduction to the Crazy Wisdom Podcast00:31 Fascinating Facts About Octopi02:03 The Octopus Movement: Origins and Symbolism05:55 Exploring Neurodivergence and AI20:15 The Future of Education with AI29:48 Challenges in the Dutch Education System30:59 Educational Pathways in the US31:50 Exploring Neurodiversity32:34 The Origin of Neurodiversity34:34 Nomadic DNA and ADHD36:02 Personal Nomadic Experiences37:20 Cultural Insights from China41:59 Trust in Different Cultures44:20 The Foreigner Experience52:21 Artificial and Natural Intelligence55:11 The Octopus Movement and Tell Tom AppKey InsightsNeurodivergence isn't a superpower—it's a different lens on reality. Perry challenges the popular narrative that conditions like ADHD or dyslexia are inherently "superpowers." Instead, he sees them as part of a broader, complex human experience—often painful, often misunderstood, but rich with potential once liberated from linear systems that define what's "normal."AI is the beautiful product of linear thought—and it's freeing us from it. Perry reframes artificial intelligence not as a threat, but as the ultimate tool born from centuries of structured, logical thinking. With AI handling the systems and organization, humans are finally free to return to creativity, chaos, and nonlinear, intuitive modes of intelligence that machines can't touch.Octopuses are the ultimate symbol of curious misfits. The octopus—alien, adaptable, emotion-rich—becomes a metaphor for people who don't fit the mold. With three hearts, nine brains, and a decentralized nervous system, octopuses reflect the kind of intelligence and distributed awareness Perry celebrates in neurodivergent thinkers.Frustration is more generative than ideas. In one of the episode's most unexpected insights, Perry argues that frustration is a more powerful starting point for change than intellectual ideation. Ideas are often inert without action, while frustration is raw, emotional, and deeply human—fuel for meaningful transformation.Education needs to shift from repetition to creation. The current model of education—memorization, repetition, testing—serves linearity, not creativity. With AI taking over traditional knowledge tasks, Perry envisions classrooms where kids learn how their minds work, engage with the world directly, and practice making meaning instead of memorizing facts.Being a foreigner is a portal to freedom. Living in unfamiliar cultures (like Perry did in China or Stewart in Argentina) reveals the absurdities of our own norms and invites new ways of being. Foreignness becomes a superpower in itself—a space of lowered expectations, fewer assumptions, and greater possibility.Labels like “neurodivergent” are both helpful and illusory. While diagnostic labels can offer relief and clarity, Perry warns against attaching too tightly to them. These constructs are inventions of linear thought, useful for navigating systems but ultimately limiting when it comes to embracing the full, messy, nonlinear reality of being human.

At The End of The Tunnel
280: From Dream Job to Oscar Winner: My Octopus Teacher Co-Director Pippa Ehrlich on Leaving Stability, Trusting Her Instincts & Saying Yes to Life's Uncertainties

At The End of The Tunnel

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 77:11


In this episode, Light Watkins sits down with Pippa Ehrlich, the co-director of the Academy Award-winning documentary My Octopus Teacher. Pippa's journey is nothing short of remarkable—she left behind a stable, dream-worthy career as a marine journalist to follow an inner calling that defied logic. With no guaranteed funding and no clear roadmap, she took a leap of faith to help filmmaker Craig Foster tell an extraordinary story—one that would ultimately captivate millions.Pippa shares how diving into the great African seaforest transformed not just her perspective on storytelling, but also her sense of purpose. She describes the visceral experience of free-diving, the magic of witnessing underwater creatures in their natural habitat, and how these moments helped her find her creative voice. Light and Pippa also discuss the pressures of filmmaking, imposter syndrome, and the unexpected emotional weight that comes with massive success—including how winning an Oscar didn't make self-doubt disappear.If you've ever stood at a crossroads between comfort and passion, or wondered what it really means to follow your intuition despite uncertainty, this conversation is for you. Pippa's story is a testament to trusting your instincts, showing up fully, and embracing the unknown—even when the path ahead makes no practical sense.Tune in to hear how Pippa turned a wild idea into an award-winning film, how she's navigating her journey as a filmmaker, and why sometimes the best opportunities come when you stop asking for advice and just say yes.Send us a text message. We'd love to hear from you!

Sounds True: Insights at the Edge
Craig Foster: Belonging to the Wild

Sounds True: Insights at the Edge

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 58:00


All of the myriad forms of life on our planet, whether plant or animal, predator or prey, contribute to our survival. And when any one of the fragile threads of the web of life begins to fray, all of us are threatened. Craig Foster—the Academy Award–winning creator of My Octopus Teacher—has since the age of three spent his life intimately connected to the natural world, in particular the Earth's endangered marine ecosystems such as the Great African Seaforest. In this podcast, Tami Simon speaks with Craig about his ongoing mission to reawaken humanity to our interconnectedness—and our interdependence—with each and every living being, seen and unseen.  Tune in now to a fascinating conversation about: the community of activists behind the Sea Change Project; being part of the Great Mother; the extraordinary biodiversity we depend on; attuning to the “forest mind”; establishing a comfortable connection with the wild of nature “that your whole being is craving”; balancing the tame and the wild aspects of ourselves; getting to know the natural environment through places close to home; therianthropes and other mind-boggling images enshrined in the rock art of Indigenous peoples; the healing power of the cold; underwater tracking and learning “the oldest language on Earth”; staying relaxed in dangerous natural settings; a new understanding of the impacts of species extinction; appreciating the vast intelligence and awareness of the creatures who share our world; what nature can teach us about death and dying; the great potential for rebirth and regeneration at this time; and more. Note: This episode originally aired on Sounds True One, where these special episodes of Insights at the Edge are available to watch live on video and with exclusive access to Q&As with our guests. Learn more at join.soundstrue.com.

The Learning Culture Podcast
#90 - How the Octopus Killed the Performance Review with Tami Rosen

The Learning Culture Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 35:56


Send us a textIn this enlightening episode, we sit down with Tami Rosen, an influential figure at Pagaya, where she now thrives in an externally focused role, bridging internal strategies with external stakeholders. Join us as Tami delves into her unique approach to performance standards, networking, and the evolving demands of leadership.We explore the revolutionary shift from traditional performance reviews to a continuous learning cycle that fosters reflection, collaboration, and honest feedback. Tami also shares personal insights into her journey of learning agility, adapting to new roles, and the importance of patience and connection in leadership. Plus, discover how a lesson from "My Octopus Teacher" documentary can transform our understanding of management and growth.Tune in for a conversation packed with valuable lessons on evolving leadership, navigating change, and building impactful relationships.Tami Rosen LinkedInAndrew Barry LinkedIn

Finding Mastery
Are We Too Tame? How to Rediscover Your 'Wild' | Craig Foster, Director of 'My Octopus Teacher'

Finding Mastery

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 85:07


Today, we're venturing deep into the wild with someone whose life's work challenges us to reconnect with the essence of nature and, in doing so, rediscover our own humanity.Our guest today is Craig Foster—a renowned filmmaker, photographer, and naturalist whose immersive experiences in the wild have captivated millions. Craig is perhaps best known for his groundbreaking documentary My Octopus Teacher, which not only won an Academy Award but also sparked a global conversation about our relationship with the natural world. I watched this movie with my son – we were gripped, we shared tears together, and I immediately reached out wanting to meet him. In our conversation, we dive into Craig's profound journey through The Great African Sea Forest, exploring the intricate balance between ‘the wild' and ‘the tame' in our lives. Craig shares his insights on the importance of embracing the wisdom of indigenous traditions, the detrimental effects of our modern, tech-heavy existence, and how shifting our mindset from infinite capitalism to a regenerative relationship with nature can lead to a more meaningful life.We also explore the transformative power of connecting with even the smallest aspects of nature and how these connections can reignite our sense of belonging in this world.With Fire,MG and the FM Team-----Resources:My Octopus Teacher (Oscar-winning film; available on Netflix)https://www.netflix.com/title/81045007Amphibious Soul: Finding the WIld in a Tame World (Craig's New Book)https://seachangeproject.com/projects/books/amphibious-soul/Sea Change Project (donate to support global biodiversity)https://seachangeproject.com/-----WATCH this episode on our YouTube channel.Connect with us on our Instagram.Order my book, "The First Rule of Mastery" HERE!For more information and shownotes from every episode, head to findingmastery.com.To check out our exclusive sponsor deals and discounts CLICK HERESee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rising Tide: The Ocean Podcast
Exploring the Depths with Craig Foster: Oscar-Winning Filmmaker Dives into the Mysteries of the Great African Sea-forest

Rising Tide: The Ocean Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 28:35


On this episode of Rising Tide David Helvarg and Vicki Nichols Goldstein speak with Craig Foster, the Academy Award winning filmmaker of ‘My Octopus Teacher' co-founder of the ‘Sea Change Project' and the author of a new memoir – ‘Amphibious Soul.' Craig discusses his daily underwater explorations of the ‘Great African Seaforest' near his home and the importance of tracking skills in discovering life both within the kelp forest and on the shore. His encounters include not only octopuses and sharks, but seaweed eating ostriches and burrowing beach crabs. He also finds deep connections to our human past and our natural spirit. So, join us for some cold-water enlightenment. Sea Change Project: https://seachangeproject.com/ Amphibious Soul - Finding the Wild in a Tame World: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/amphibious-soul-craig-foster?variant=41096263598114 Blue Frontier: www.bluefront.org Inland Ocean Coalition: www.inlandoceancoalition.org Fluid Studios: www.fluidstudios.org

The Art of Excellence
Craig Foster: My Octopus Teacher Academy Award winning documentary filmmaker

The Art of Excellence

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2024 60:43


Craig Foster is one of the world's leading natural history filmmakers and cofounder of the Sea Change Project, a nonprofit to protect marine life and raise awareness of the importance of the kelp forest. He won an Academy Award for Best Documentary for My Octopus Teacher and has created more than one hundred films and documentaries.  His latest book is titled: Amphibious Soul: Finding the Wild in a Tame World.   Some interesting insights from this episode: ·       When he goes on cold water ocean dives, his entire brain chemistry shifts with elevated dopamine and adrenaline levels while remaining very calm.  ·       Managing fear is about getting to know what it is that you're fearful of. ·       His curiosity and fearlessness has often taken him into precarious situations coming face to face with dangerous predators like great white sharks and crocodiles.  ·       There are expert native trackers who go beyond tracking visuals and sounds of animals to getting into their minds. They can actually feel the animal inside their own bodies and know intuitively what they're doing and where they're going.  ·       Having a sense of purpose in life is key to accomplishing anything you want.  ·       “Excellence is tapping into the wild part of us that's inherent in all of us.”   Show Notes Book: Amphibious Soul: Finding the Wild in a Tame World Documentary: My Octopus Teacher Nonprofit: Sea Change Project  

The Nonlinear Library
EA - Are We Leaving the Individual Behind? The Role of Animal Storytelling in the Animal Rights Movement by Ronen Bar

The Nonlinear Library

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 10:32


Welcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: Are We Leaving the Individual Behind? The Role of Animal Storytelling in the Animal Rights Movement, published by Ronen Bar on August 19, 2024 on The Effective Altruism Forum. The identifiable victim effect is a psychological phenomenon that describes how people are more likely to offer help or feel empathy when presented with a specific, identifiable individual in need, rather than a larger, anonymous group. When victims are given names, faces, or personal stories, it becomes easier for them to relate. Studies have shown that this is also the case for farmed animals, and that this effect can be limited to a single-identifiable victim (i.e., the singularity effect, the phenomenon where people are more motivated to help a single victim than a group of victims, even when the group is small). Identifying a victim can be seen as a solution to scope insensitivity; people undervalue the scale of a problem when presented with statistics. That insight is the basis of storytelling - showing individuals turns numbers into faces, which forms the foundation of how the media tell stories and how the educational system approaches learning. I personally became aware of this when I studied journalism about 15 years ago, when one of my teachers told me I can't do a story on farmed animals because I don't have anyone to interview. No individual, no story. As a journalist on Israeli TV and an animal rights advocate working with the media, I told stories about facilities, industries, and practices, not individuals. My unchecked assumption is that the most effective way to present a story is with faces and numbers, having a strong connection between the two, and explaining the big statistics through the eyes of one individual. On an anecdotal level, when individual stories of animals are told, they seem to have a significant effect. My Octopus Teacher is an interesting example; the most amazing thing about it is that nothing dramatic happens in this movie - nothing that you wouldn't expect, no twist. Just a guy coming back again and again to visit the same individual animal. The Dodo is based on telling stories about animals, usually those that were rescued, sometimes also farmed animals. Organizations such as DXE have been able to tell stories of farmed animals, such as that of Lily and Lizzie, the pigs they rescued. However, when I look at our movement as a whole, this individual focused strategy seems quite uncommon. Animal Think Tank's messaging guide also includes the need to tell the stories of individuals (like Esther the Wonder Pig). What is a Story? A story involves change over time, highlighting the interactions between an individual and their environment. The more we can tell about this change, the better. If all we have is a picture, it is only a frozen moment; the viewer needs to fill the gap of what happened before and after. A picture is worth a thousand words, but a video is worth a thousand pictures because it shows the change of the individual and the environment through time. Furthermore, the more you can reveal about the animal's personality and the finer details you can describe, the more profound the story becomes. Imagine a boy in Ukraine who excelled in physics but struggled with math. A missile strike on his school took his life. You might wonder why I mentioned his strengths and weaknesses. Logically, it may not seem relevant, but emotionally, it is. It creates a connection, perhaps because you know someone like him - or maybe you see a bit of yourself in him. Our movement lacks stories about individual animals. With the exception of sanctuaries, we are almost a story-less movement, lacking canonical stories that resonate in the collective memory, not of farmed animals and not of wild animals. What is animal storytelling? Animal storytelling is a narrative appro...

The Science Pawdcast
Season 6 Episode 24: Martian Life, Rabies Rules, and Remarkable Octopuses with Meg Mindlin

The Science Pawdcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024 81:59 Transcription Available


Send us a Text Message.Could ancient microbial life have once thrived on Mars? Join us as we explore this tantalizing possibility, revealed by the Perseverance rover's groundbreaking discovery of organic molecules in Jezero crater. Learn about the mission's history, the significance of these findings, and how they compare to previous discoveries by the Curiosity rover in Gale crater. We also dive into the fascinating details of the rock sample named Cheava Falls, uncovering its unique characteristics and the challenges scientists face in identifying Martian organic compounds.Our next topic takes us back to Earth, where we discuss the CDC's new rabies regulations for dogs entering the United States. With stricter verification requirements for dogs from high-risk countries, we emphasize the importance of mandatory vaccinations and microchipping. Through an engaging personal anecdote about travel preparations in rabies-prone areas like Costa Rica, we highlight the critical need for timely post-exposure treatment and the dangers posed by fraudulent paperwork.In our expert segment, we are joined by cephalopod scientist Meg Mindlin for an intriguing exploration of octopus intelligence and behavior. Discover the remarkable RNA editing capabilities of octopuses, their ability to change color, and their complex behaviors such as puzzle-solving and long-term memory. We also critique the popular documentary "My Octopus Teacher" and celebrate the broader impact of octopuses in pop culture. To wrap things up, we share heartwarming pet stories and astonishing super facts about these incredible marine creatures, making for an episode filled with curiosity and wonder.Meg on Twitter/XOther LinksBunsen and Beaker Links to support us!Join the Paw Pack!Our Website!www.bunsenbernerbmd.comSign up for our Weekly Newsletter!Bunsen and Beaker on Twitter:Bunsen and Beaker on TikTokSupport the Show.For Science, Empathy, and Cuteness!Being Kind is a Superpower.https://twitter.com/bunsenbernerbmd

Plant Based Briefing
852: Protecting Sea Animals by Catharine E. Krebs at PCRM.org

Plant Based Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 8:19


Protecting Sea Animals by Catharine E. Krebs at PCRM.org Original post: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gn3qEPt18jlUSv-MP-THkhkg5y3WQqJEav2LZaJgtWg/edit  Related Episodes: 682: Former Vivisector: This Is My Confession Letter  343: Physicians Committee Works to Address Animal Methods Bias in Scientific Publishing 303: How Foods Are Tested For Depression 176: So, You Think Dissection is Great for Education? Think Again! 137: The Sad Link Between Animal Agriculture and Experiments 86: 'Animals in Education' and 'Animals in Research' 5: Animals in Testing   Test Subjects Short Film: https://lockwoodfilm.com/test-subjects  The Medical Illusion Documentary: https://evotionfilms.com    My Octopus Teacher documentary: https://www.netflix.com/title/81045007    The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine is a non-profit organization founded by Dr. Neal Barnard, combining the clout and expertise of more than 12,000 physicians, dietitians, and scientists and almost 200,000 members worldwide. They're changing the way doctors treat chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and cancer - putting prevention over pills,and  empowering patients to take control of their own health. And since 1985, the Physicians Committee has worked tirelessly for alternatives to the use of animals in medical education and research, and for more effective scientific methods. The Physicians Committee is dedicated to saving and improving human and animal lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research.   How to support the podcast: Share with others. Recommend the podcast on your social media. Follow/subscribe to the show wherever you listen. Buy some vegan/plant based merch: https://www.plantbasedbriefing.com/shop    Follow Plant Based Briefing on social media: Twitter: @PlantBasedBrief YouTube: YouTube.com/PlantBasedBriefing  Facebook: Facebook.com/PlantBasedBriefing  LinkedIn: Plant Based Briefing Podcast Instagram: @PlantBasedBriefing #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #vivisection #animalsinresearch #cephalopods   

Design Better Podcast
Roger Horrocks: My Octopus Teacher's cinematographer on shaping story and cultivating patience

Design Better Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 16:28


Over the years, Eli spent a lot of time diving and doing photography—from designing underwater photography equipment, to running an underwater photography magazine in the early 2000's, to doing research work using towed underwater camera systems. And both he and Aarron have a huge amount of respect and admiration for folks that are at the top of their craft. After watching the Academy-award winning documentary My Octopus Teacher, both of us knew that we needed to learn more about the cinematographer Roger Horrocks Visit our Susbtack for the full episode, transcript, and other bonus content: https://designbetterpodcast.com/p/roger-horrocks Roger is an award-winning wildlife cinematographer with over 15 years of experience filming behavioral sequences for the BBC, Netflix, Disney and National Geographic, in addition to his work on My Octopus Teacher. There's a lot of overlap between photographic work and what it takes to be a good designer, and we talk with Roger about how he shapes the story and collaborates with the directors and editors, cultivating patience, and how generative AI fits into his creative workflow. Plus we also ask what it was like to swim with

The Science of Happiness
The Healing Effects of Experiencing Wildlife

The Science of Happiness

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 24:55


Safe encounters with wildlife can deepen our appreciation for nature, and for other people. Craig Foster of “My Octopus Teacher” shares his transformational experiences with the animals of the ocean.Link to episode transcript: https://tinyurl.com/murmd98bEpisode SummaryVenturing into nature and experiencing wildlife can be transformative. Safe interactions with wildlife encourage us to be more in relation with nature, and each other. In this episode, we hear from Craig Foster of “My Octopus Teacher” and how his interactions with sea creatures have changed his life. We also hear from environmental researcher Liz Lev about the effect on our well-being that being in wild spaces provides.How To Do This Practice:The next time you want to explore the outdoors, find the “wildest” space you can think of. Explore the “wild spaces” in your neighborhood or city, and reflect on your experiences with wildlife. Today's guests: Craig Foster is the director of My Octopus Teacher, and the co-founder of Sea Change Project. Liz Lev is an environmental researcher and research associate at Harder+Company who that specializes in the intersections of environmental and climate justice issues, mental health, and urban planning. Learn more about Craig's work:https://tinyurl.com/tyctr6fu Follow Sea Change Project on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2pzdx73z Watch My Octopus Teacher: https://tinyurl.com/e87edt4b Follow My Octopus Teacher on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/mryx4zum Learn more about Liz's research: https://tinyurl.com/y2afdxpr  Read about Liz's research on wild spaces: https://tinyurl.com/msjsz32t Science of Happiness Episodes like this one:Experience Nature Wherever You Are, with Dacher (Encore): https://tinyurl.com/aj34s585How Exploring New Places Can Make You Feel Happier: https://tinyurl.com/4ufn2tpnWhy We Should Look up at the Sky: https://tinyurl.com/mpn9vj2tHow Birdsong Can Help Your Mental Health: https://tinyurl.com/3tey4rb5Happiness Break Related Episodes:Feeling the Awe of Nature From Anywhere, With Dacher: https://tinyurl.com/y4mm4wu9How to Ground Yourself: https://tinyurl.com/2wv69kwsTell us about your experiences with wildlife! Direct message us or leave a comment on Instagram @scienceofhappinesspod. You can also e-mail us at happinesspod@berkeley.edu or use the hashtag #happinesspod.Help us share The Science of Happiness!Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or share this link with someone who might like the show: https://tinyurl.com/2p9h5aap

Why not meditate?
112. It's time to create and live in your Heaven on Earth - Kelly Kennedy (1 of 2)

Why not meditate?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2024 51:14


What does it mean to live in Heaven on Earth? What does Heaven on Earth represent for you? In the part 1 of this 2 part series, we welcome a co-founder of The True Wellness Center, Kelly Kennedy, and dive deep into how we can raise our frequency, have our heart, mind, and gut in alignment, and create and live in Heaven on Earth.Kelly's career in medicine started with a more traditional, allopathic approach, but that changed after she experienced several traumatic events, which made her realize that there's got to be a better way than just taking medications and undergoing surgeries. For the last 27 years, Kelly has dedicated her life to uncovering answers to healing through alternative therapies, including bio-regulatory medicine, energy medicine, and somatic work. For the past 19 years, she and her husband have been treating clients at their clinic, called The True Wellness Center, located in Pennsylvania.About Kelly:Website: https://thetruewellnesscenter.com/FREE Download - Learn Kelly's F.L.O.W.E. Formula hereTake Kelly's Heart Rate Variability (HRV) Masterclass here Podcast: FLOWE with Kelly KennedyYouTube channel IG: @truewellnessglobalIG: @kellywellnessgirlFacebook LinkedIn Resources discussed in this episode:Origin of Allopathic/Western medicineGerm theory vs. Terrain theoryRockefeller Medicine Men : Medicine and Capitalism in AmericaIntegrative Medicine vs. Functional MedicineWhat is Bio-Regulatory Medicine?What is Swiss Biological Medicine (= Bio-Regulatory Medicine)?What is Heart Rate Variability (HRV)?Emotion - Internal Organ Connection in Traditional Chinese MedicineDocumentary: "My Octopus Teacher"Ways to connect with Masako:Let's meditate together on InsightTimer!Why not meditate? FB Groupwhynotmeditate.podcast IGmasakozawa_coaching IGWebsiteSupport the Show.

DESIGNERS ON FILM
My Octopus Teacher (2020) with Anna Jordan

DESIGNERS ON FILM

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 46:57


Award-winning book cover designer Anna Jordan, who's also a competitive swimmer, believes in having a life outside of design. She reveals why My Octopus Teacher means so much to her and how she sets goals in the classroom as a teacher herself, plus we learn why Backstreet Boys altered her life.

The Next Big Idea Daily
We Live in a Tame World. Here's How to Find the Wild.

The Next Big Idea Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 19:31


Craig Foster, the South African filmmaker best known for his Oscar-winning documentary "My Octopus Teacher," joins Michael to share a few insights from his new book "Amphibious Soul: Finding the Wild in a Tame World."

RNZ: Nights
New book from the creator of My Octopus Teacher

RNZ: Nights

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 21:06


Craig Foster is the Academy Award-winning director of the documentary My Octopus Teacher and talks to Nights about 'Amphibious Soul: Finding the Wild in a Tame World'.

Tracking Connections
15. Finding the Wild - Craig Foster

Tracking Connections

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 40:09


"We feel pulled to reuniting the wild family again. We want to reconnect with all our wild kin, but we want to connect with our wild human relations as well and be able to speak that old language."In this episode, we are joined by award winning documentary filmmaker and author Craig Foster. We discuss Craig's connection to Jon through tracking, including the impact that watching the Great Dance had on Jon and the impact that hearing Jon's Tracking CDs had on Craig. We explore how tracking and deep connection to the wild seem to lead to mysterious capabilities, and some of the ways in which the natural world seems to reach out to connect to us in turn. We also explore some of the benefits of connecting to the wild world, from our nervous system and health, to it's impact on learning, and even on our relationships. “There's a lot of good stuff in the tame world but it's unbalanced. The wild person is being smothered by the tame, and what I'm saying is let's find a balance and let that incredible, wild, intelligent person come back and nourish us.”About Craig FosterCraig Foster is an Oscar and BAFTA winning filmmaker, naturalist, author and ocean explorer. His films have won over 150 international awards. He co-founded the Sea Change Project in 2012.Craig's work has contributed to the marine sciences through the discovery of new species and new animal behaviours. He is the first person to create a method of underwater tracking in the kelp forest. His film “My Octopus Teacher” has led to making the Great African Seaforest a global icon. Craig also has consulted for 8 years to the centre for early sapiens behaviour, SapienCE, and created an award winning exhibition about middle Stone Age human origins. Drawing on 30 years of his work with the San and other indigenous African people, the exhibit promotes Africa as the origin of science and art. Craig believes that the greatest threat we face is the cooling of the human heart towards nature. All his work is about inspiring a change of heart, inspiring people to care for and regenerate nature around them. He has founded the Sea Change Project to share his love of nature with others, and has kept his pact to dive 365 times a year for over a decade. Check out Craig Foster's book - Amphibious SoulWatch the trailer for My Octopus TeacherLearn more about the Sea Change Project and support Craig's work hereWatch: Jon Young & Craig Foster discuss Amphibious Soul At the Commonwealth Club - May 2024Visit https://www.livingconnection1st.net/ for more information about our work

Commonwealth Club of California Podcast
'My Octopus Teacher''s Craig Foster: Finding the Wild in a Tame World

Commonwealth Club of California Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 58:46


“An important book that will transform how we think about being human. . . . that will inspire hope.”—Jane Goodall Many people in today's world seek to reclaim the soul-deepening wildness that grounds them and energizes them when so much of the modern world seems designed to tame them. In his thrilling memoir of a life spent exploring the most incredible places on Earth—from the Great African Seaforest to the crocodile lairs of the Okavango Delta—Craig Foster reveals how people can attend to the earthly beauty around them and deepen their love for all living things, whether they make their homes in the country, the city or anywhere in between. Foster will draw on the work he put into his new book, Amphibious Soul: Finding the Wild in a Tame World. In it, he explores his struggles to remain present to life when a disconnection from nature and the demands of his professional life begin to deaden his senses. And his own reliance on nature's rejuvenating spiritual power is put to the test when catastrophe strikes close to home Foster is one of the world's leading natural history filmmakers and won the 2021 Academy Award for Best Documentary for My Octopus Teacher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

KQED’s Forum
‘My Octopus Teacher' Filmmaker on Connecting to Our Wild Selves

KQED’s Forum

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 55:46


Craig Foster may be best known for “My Octopus Teacher,” the Oscar-winning documentary about his tender relationship with a wild female octopus who inhabited the kelp forests off the coast of South Africa. He's now written a new book called “Amphibious Soul,” which invites us along on his underwater excursions and shows us how, through techniques like tracking, we can connect with creatures and our wild selves. Is there a wild animal or place that you've built a connection with? Guests: Craig Foster, author, "Amphibious Soul: Finding the Wild in a Tame World," natural history filmmaker, creator, "My Octopus Teacher," co-founder, Sea Change Project

Mentally Stronger with Therapist Amy Morin
109 — Reclaim Your Natural Wild Side in a World That Tries to Keep You Tame with Filmaker/Author Craig Foster

Mentally Stronger with Therapist Amy Morin

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2024 41:47


How much time do you spend in nature? Most of us spend far more time indoors than outdoors. And we're more likely to be surrounded by electronics than trees. Craig Foster, the Academy Award-winning filmmaker behind My Octopus Teacher, says we've lost touch with our wild side. Not only is that bad for our psychological well-being, but it's harmful to the ecosystem. He's written a book called Amphibious Soul, and he's now encouraging all of us to get in touch with our wild side again. Some of the things he shares are how to rewild ourselves, how to really learn about nature, and how to use nature to reinvigorate our lives. Links & Resources Save Our Seas Foundation My Octopus Teacher Amphibious Soul Offers From Our Sponsors ButcherBox — Sign up today at butcherbox.com/stronger and use code stronger and choose salmon, chicken breast, or steak tips FREE in every order for a year, plus get $20 off your first order. Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get weekly bonus episodes, monthly bonus content, and cool gifts (like signed books)! Connect with the Show Buy Amy's books on mental strength Connect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthor Email the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.com Order 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reversing Climate Change
324: My Octopus Teacher: How Rewilding Ourselves Could Heal the Planet—w/ Craig Foster, Oscar Winner and Author of Amphibious Soul

Reversing Climate Change

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 54:16


When the world feels increasingly tame, what does it mean to reclaim our wildness? Can we appreciate the benefits of industrial civilization while connecting with our evolutionary roots? Can we get ourselves back to the garden? In this poignant conversation, Academy Award-winning filmmaker Craig Foster shares insights from his experiences diving in the Great African Sea Forest and the inspiration behind his new book, Amphibious Soul: Finding the Wild in a Tame World. Host and Nori Co-Founder Ross Kenyon asks Craig some unanswered questions he has about My Octopus Teacher, the experience of fame from winning the 2021 Best Documentary Feature Oscar, whether evolution has prepared us for fame, and Craig's adjustment back to civilian life. Craig discusses the profound lessons learned from marine life, emphasizing the importance of a deep connection with nature and the critical role biodiversity plays in the survival of our planet. Ross and Craig discuss their various stories of interspecies communication and what it means to build a thread to a species and learn their language. They explore themes of kinship with nature, the significance of tracking as an ancient fundamental language, and the transformative power of cold water immersion. Plunge for the planet! The discussion also touches on Craig's marine conservation efforts through the Sea Change Project and introduces a unique multimedia aspect of his book that aims to enhance readers' connection to nature. Connect with Nori ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Purchase Nori Carbon Removals⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nori's website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nori on Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our other podcast, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Carbon Removal Newsroom⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Carbon Removal Memes on Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Carbon Removal Memes on Instagram Carbon Removal Memes on LinkedIn Resources Sea Change Project My Octopus Teacher Amphibious Soul: Finding the Wild in a Tame World James C. Scott's anthropology Wim Hof --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reversingclimatechange/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/reversingclimatechange/support

Master Wildlife Filmmaking podcast
TOTOAS - Roger Horrocks' Most Incredible Experience

Master Wildlife Filmmaking podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 4:30


That One Time On A Shoot - with My Octopus Teacher cinematographer Roger Horrocks. Roger describes the most incredible experience he's had filming underwater and likens it to a techno party in a ten story building in Berlin!

The Tim Ferriss Show
#735: Craig Foster of My Octopus Teacher — How to Find the Wild in a Tame World

The Tim Ferriss Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 129:28


Craig Foster is an Oscar- and BAFTA-winning filmmaker, naturalist, author, and ocean explorer. He is the co-founder of the Sea Change Project, an NGO dedicated to the long-term conservation and regeneration of the Great African Seaforest. His film My Octopus Teacher has led to making the Great African Seaforest a global icon. His new book is Amphibious Soul: Finding the Wild in a Tame World. Sponsors:Momentous high-quality supplements: https://livemomentous.com/tim (code TIM for 20% off)1Password easy-to-use and secure password manager for individuals, families, and businesses: https://1password.com/tim (14-day free trial)Vuori Clothing high-quality performance apparel: https://vuoriclothing.com/tim (20% off your first purchase) Timestamps:[08:39] A morning ray.[11:01] Connecting with the sea is a family tradition.[13:24] Making The Great Dance.[15:28] Unnatural powers granted by natural attunement.[22:40] Observing the secret lives of animals.[26:44] What makes Kalahari trackers so impressive?[29:37] Connecting with nature in the big city.[32:43] Breath holding and cold exposure.[37:25] Land lessons via underwater tracking.[42:55] Connecting with a Cape clawless otter.[46:20] Interspecies alliances.[49:39] What compelled Craig to write Amphibious Soul?[52:58] Why pristine nature comforts and inspires us.[1:00:03] Is ancestral memory real?[1:04:16] Nature as a mirror.[1:07:48] The pros and cons of discovering new species.[1:10:03] Song catching.[1:16:30] The meaning of “home.”[1:19:03] Parenting lessons.[1:23:41] The psychic cost of sudden fame.[1:31:18] For whom was Amphibious Soul written?[1:33:58] Sea Change Project.[1:35:53] The short-sightedness of current climate policy.[1:41:52] Changing entrenched minds.[1:52:37] A camera-stealing octopus.[1:55:25] Hope for a shift in human perspective.[1:58:21] Parting thoughts.*For show notes and past guests on The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast.For deals from sponsors of The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast-sponsorsSign up for Tim's email newsletter (5-Bullet Friday) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Discover Tim's books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissYouTube: youtube.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timferrissPast guests on The Tim Ferriss Show include Jerry Seinfeld, Hugh Jackman, Dr. Jane Goodall, LeBron James, Kevin Hart, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Jamie Foxx, Matthew McConaughey, Esther Perel, Elizabeth Gilbert, Terry Crews, Sia, Yuval Noah Harari, Malcolm Gladwell, Madeleine Albright, Cheryl Strayed, Jim Collins, Mary Karr, Maria Popova, Sam Harris, Michael Phelps, Bob Iger, Edward Norton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Neil Strauss, Ken Burns, Maria Sharapova, Marc Andreessen, Neil Gaiman, Neil de Grasse Tyson, Jocko Willink, Daniel Ek, Kelly Slater, Dr. Peter Attia, Seth Godin, Howard Marks, Dr. Brené Brown, Eric Schmidt, Michael Lewis, Joe Gebbia, Michael Pollan, Dr. Jordan Peterson, Vince Vaughn, Brian Koppelman, Ramit Sethi, Dax Shepard, Tony Robbins, Jim Dethmer, Dan Harris, Ray Dalio, Naval Ravikant, Vitalik Buterin, Elizabeth Lesser, Amanda Palmer, Katie Haun, Sir Richard Branson, Chuck Palahniuk, Arianna Huffington, Reid Hoffman, Bill Burr, Whitney Cummings, Rick Rubin, Dr. Vivek Murthy, Darren Aronofsky, Margaret Atwood, Mark Zuckerberg, Peter Thiel, Dr. Gabor Maté, Anne Lamott, Sarah Silverman, Dr. Andrew Huberman, and many more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Design Better Podcast
Making Design Better—better—with weekly episodes, an enhanced newsletter, and more

Design Better Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 5:21


Tldr; We're transitioning to weekly episode releases, publishing an enhanced newsletter, and simplifying our premium subscription which will now be on Substack. Read the details below … Upgrade to paid Weekly episodes For years, we've been on a semi-weekly cadence for new episodes, but this schedule is proving too limiting for the amount of interviews we're producing. Starting today, we're shifting to a weekly release schedule for our premium subscribers who will receive a new episode every Tuesday morning.  Simpler pricing model, more affordable We're also simplifying our pricing model based on feedback we've received. There's now just one tier that gets you access to bonus content and new ways to learn. For $7/month or $72/year (15% discount), subscribers get 2 extra episodes per month, access to our monthly AMAs (Ask Me Anything) events with big names in design and tech, recordings from all past AMAs, ad-free episodes, and our new enhanced newsletter The Brief that compiles salient insights, quotes, readings, and creative processes uncovered in the show.  One plan, one price, you get everything we have to offer to support your personal and career growth. If you're between jobs, a student, or otherwise on a budget that puts a $7/month subscription out of reach, get in touch at subscriptions@thecuriositydepartment.com. We'll happily set you up with a free subscription. Subscriptions through Substack We've loved publishing through Substack. It's a platform that can help us spread our wings as we expand our offerings and engage our community more. Going forward, all our premium subscriptions will happen through Substack.  We're very grateful for our early subscribers who have already supported us through DB+. As a small token of our gratitude, for subscribers currently on our Accelerated Learner plan, we'll be making you Founding Members and extending your subscription by a year. Our Power Listeners will be transitioned to our premium plan on Substack and given an additional 6 months free. Why subscribe We have exciting episodes coming soon with Jonathan Adler (famed potter and furniture designer), Roger Horrocks (My Octopus Teacher cinematographer), Hillary Coe (former SpaceX head of design), Natsai Audrey Chieza (bio-designer), and Ben Clymer (founder of Hodinkee) to name a few. Plus, we have AMAs coming with Greg Hoffman (former CMO of Nike), John Maeda (Microsoft AI), James Buckhouse (Sequoia Capital), Scott Doorley (Stanford d.school), and more. By subscribing you ensure you never miss any opportunity to learn from the people who are pushing the bounds of creative thinking, design, and technology.  Expense it If you have a learning and development budget at work, we've made subscribing to Design Better affordable enough that this line item won't raise any eyebrows. We've even put together a helpful expense template (thanks to the ByteByteGo newsletter for the inspiration). We're proud of what Design Better has become over the last seven years, but the best is yet to come. Invest in yourself and in your design community by becoming a paid Design Better subscriber. Thank you so much for your support. Upgrade to paid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Master Wildlife Filmmaking podcast
Roger Horrocks - My Octopus Teacher, Cinematographer

Master Wildlife Filmmaking podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 66:46


At 36 years old Roger realized he no longer wanted to be a senior executive of a fortune 500 company so he resigned and pursued a career in wildlife filmmaking.   Roger Horrocks is a wildlife cinematographer with 15 years of experience filming behavioural sequences for the BBC, Netflix, Disney and National Geographic. Roger has worked from the frozen poles to the tropical equator and is experienced in documenting both open-water and benthic-based stories and behaviours. Roger developed his underwater field craft as a competitive spear fisherman while studying for an Honours Degree from the University of Natal in South Africa. He continued to dive while working in the digital and financial services sectors, and furthered his management training at the UCT Graduate School of Business and the London Business School. In 2007 he began working for the BBC Natural History on the Nature's Great Events series directed by Hugh Pearson, and began his apprenticeship under cameramen Didier Noirot and Doug Anderson. During this period he narrated and co-directed three documentaries with Craig and Damon Foster. The first of these "Into the Dragon's Lair", was nominated for an Emmy for best Cinematography in 2010, and the sequel, 'Touching the Dragon" was selected as one of the feature shows for National Geographic's 125th centenary year celebrations. Roger was also nominated for Best Narration at Jackson Hole . In 2011 he shot his first blue chip sequence for John Downer's "Earthflight", for producer Rob Pilley. This was followed by a long term assignment from John Downer to film bottle-nose dolphins for the "Spy in the Pod" series which aired on BBC One in 2013, and two sequences on the BBC Atlantic series for producer Ted Giffords 2010. In 2015 and 2016 he spent 110 days filming for Silverback Films on Disneynature's "Blue", for director Keith Scholey and worked as a second unit DOP on the National Geographic "Into the Okavango" feature directed by Neil Gelinas. In 2017 Roger was appointed as the underwater DOP on the National Geographic Pristine Seas Expedition to Tristan da Cunha, led by Paul Rose, working for producer Alex Verville. For Blue Planet 2, released in October 2017, Horrocks received cinematography credits on four of the six main episodes, shooting for producers Jonathan Smith, Katheryn Jeffs and Joe Steven. For his contribution to the series has was awarded a BAFTA for Outstanding Cinematography in 2018. Between 2015 and 2018 Roger worked for producer Hugh Pearson on the Coastal Seas and High Seas episodes of the Netflix original series “Our Planet”, produced by Silverback Films. He won a nomination alongside cameraman Jamie McPherson for Outstanding Cinematography for a Nonfiction Program at the 2019 Prime Time Emmy Awards on Los Angeles. In 2019 Roger was one of two Underwater DOPs hired by Jonathan Smith of the BBC Natural History Unit to shoot underwater screensavers for Apple TV. He also began initial work on the oceans episode of Planet Earth 3, produced by BBC Studios. In 2020 Roger contributed two sequences to the Animal series on Netflix, produced by Plimsoll Productions., and worked on a sequence for Silverback TV for a new series to be released in 2023. In 2021 and 2022, Roger has been working exclusively on a new ocean series for Netflix, produced by Wildspace.   Join us on the Behind the Wild Lens Podcast as we uncover the mesmerizing secrets and captivating stories behind your beloved natural history TV shows. Immerse yourself in the thrilling journey from the lens to your screen, guided by the unsung heroes - camera wizards, insightful producers, charismatic TV hosts, brilliant composers, editing maestros, and visionary directors. Let us pull back the curtain for an exclusive insider's peek into the enchanting realm of wildlife filmmaking. Prepare to be awestruck by the magic that brings nature to life before your very eyes! (Formerly the Master Wildlife Filmmaking Podcast) SUBSCRIBE wherever you get your favorite podcasts.  

Films with the Women in My Life
*RERELEASE* Top 5 Movies of 2020, Brennan's Marriage Proposal, and a Bonus at the End

Films with the Women in My Life

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 58:31


Due to several unexpected personal matters for multiple of our Co-Hosts, we were not able to record a new show this week. Instead, we are rereleasing one of our most popular episodes from a few years back: our end of year top 5 show for 2020. For new listeners, this is the episode where I propose to my then-girlfriend, now wife and forever cohost Nicole. Stick around to the end (or skip to the 53 minute mark) for an addional bouns 5 minutes clipped from one of my favorite episodes of all time (it's our best work) We will be back next week with a catch-up episode and new individual reviews as well. Thanks everyone for over five-years of listening!

Soft Robotics Podcast
Old episode "Jennifer Mather "My Octopus Teacher, Octopus Cognition"

Soft Robotics Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2024 69:28


Old episode "Jennifer Mather "My Octopus Teacher, Octopus Cognition" by Marwa ElDiwiny

Dangerous Wisdom
What Owls Know, What Humans Believe - Dialogue with Carl Safina, author of Alfie and Me

Dangerous Wisdom

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 84:22


One of Sophia's owls of wisdom made friends with a delightful and insightful human, the author and ecologist Carl Safina. If you enjoyed My Octopus Teacher, you will love hearing about Carl Safina's fabulous feathered friend, Alfie. Carl's book, Alfie and Me: What Owls Know, What Humans Believe, is a wonderful work of philosophy and ecology, and I think you'll enjoy this dialogue as much as I did. It was a great pleasure to speak with him.Carl Safina's lyrical non-fiction writing explores how humans are changing the living world, and what the changes mean for non-human beings and for us all. His work fuses scientific understanding, emotional connection, and a moral call to action. His writing has won a MacArthur “genius” prize; Pew, Guggenheim, and National Science Foundation Fellowships; book awards from Lannan, Orion, and the National Academies; and the John Burroughs, James Beard, and George Rabb medals. He grew up raising pigeons, training hawks and owls, and spending as many days and nights in the woods and on the water as he could. Safina is now the first Endowed Professor for Nature and Humanity at Stony Brook University and is founding president of the not-for-profit Safina Center. He hosted the PBS series Saving the Ocean, which can be viewed free at PBS.org. His writing appears in The New York Times, TIME, The Guardian, Audubon, Yale e360, and National Geographic, and on the Web at Huffington Post, CNN.com, Medium, and elsewhere. Safina is the author of ten books including the classic Song for the Blue Ocean, as well as New York Times Bestseller Beyond Words: What Animals Think and Feel. His most recent books are, Becoming Wild: How Animal Cultures Raise Families, Create Beauty, and Achieve Peace and Alfie & Me: What Owls Know, What Humans Believe. He lives on Long Island, New York, with his wife Patricia and their dogs and feathered friends.Find out more at https://www.carlsafina.org/

Brave New World -- hosted by Vasant Dhar
Ep 77: Pippa Ehrlich on the Mysteries of the Sea

Brave New World -- hosted by Vasant Dhar

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2024 72:52


Her film My Octopus Teacher won an academy award -- and her insights on nature, and her love for it, go far beyond the film. Pippa Ehrlich joins Vasant Dhar in episode 77 of Brave New World to talk about her work and what she has learnt from it. Useful resources: 1. Pippa Ehrich on Instagram, X, LinkedIn and IMDb.. 2. My Octopus Teacher -- Pippa Ehrlich and James Reed. 3. Peter Singer on Animal Liberation -- Episode 74 of Brave New World. 4. Save Our Seas Foundation. 5. 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea -- Jules Verne. 6. Using Deliberate Cold Exposure for Health and Performance -- The Huberman Lab Podcast. 7. Wim Hof Method. 8. The Effects of Cold Exposure Training and a Breathing Exercise on the Inflammatory Response in Humans: A Pilot Study -- Jelie Zwaag et al. 9. Dmitry Rinberg on the Mysteries of Smell -- Episode 62 of Brave New World. 10. Anthony Zador on How our Brains Work -- Episode 35 of Brave New World. 11. Deep Rising --  Matthieu Rytz. 12. David Chalmers on the Nature of Reality -- Episode 41 of Brave New World. 13. Sea Change Project. Check out Vasant Dhar's newsletter on Substack. Subscription is free!

The Nonlinear Library
LW - Gentleness and the artificial Other by Joe Carlsmith

The Nonlinear Library

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2024 20:48


Welcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: Gentleness and the artificial Other, published by Joe Carlsmith on January 2, 2024 on LessWrong. (Cross-posted from my website. Audio version here, or search "Joe Carlsmith Audio" on your podcast app. This is the first essay in a series that I'm calling "Otherness and control in the age of AGI." See here for more about the series as a whole.) When species meet The most succinct argument for AI risk, in my opinion, is the "second species" argument. Basically, it goes like this. Premise 1: AGIs would be like a second advanced species on earth, more powerful than humans. Conclusion: That's scary. To be clear: this is very far from airtight logic.[1] But I like the intuition pump. Often, if I only have two sentences to explain AI risk, I say this sort of species stuff. "Chimpanzees should be careful about inventing humans." Etc.[2] People often talk about aliens here, too. "What if you learned that aliens were on their way to earth? Surely that's scary." Again, very far from a knock-down case (for example: we get to build the aliens in question). But it draws on something. In particular, though: it draws on a narrative of interspecies conflict. You are meeting a new form of life, a new type of mind. But these new creatures are presented to you, centrally, as a possible threat; as competitors; as agents in whose power you might find yourself helpless. And unfortunately: yes. But I want to start this series by acknowledging how many dimensions of interspecies-relationship this narrative leaves out, and how much I wish we could be focusing only on the other parts. To meet a new species - and especially, a new intelligent species - is not just scary. It's incredible. I wish it was less a time for fear, and more a time for wonder and dialogue. A time to look into new eyes - and to see further. Gentleness "If I took it in hand, it would melt in my hot tears heavy autumn frost." Basho Have you seen the documentary My Octopus Teacher? No problem if not, but I recommend it. Here's the plot. Craig Foster, a filmmaker, has been feeling burned out. He decides to dive, every day, into an underwater kelp forest off the coast of South Africa. Soon, he discovers an octopus. He's fascinated. He starts visiting her every day. She starts to get used to him, but she's wary. One day, he's floating outside her den. She's watching him, curious, but ready to retreat. He moves his hand slightly towards her. She reaches out a tentacle, and touches his hand. Soon, they are fast friends. She rides on his hand. She rushes over to him, and sits on his chest while he strokes her. Her lifespan is only about a year. He's there for most of it. He watches her die. A "common octopus" - the type from the film. (Image source here.) Why do I like this movie? It's something about gentleness. Of earth's animals, octopuses are a paradigm intersection of intelligence and Otherness. Indeed, when we think of aliens, we often draw on octopuses. Foster seeks, in the midst of this strangeness, some kind of encounter. But he does it so softly. To touch, at all; to be "with" this Other, at all - that alone is vast and wild. The movie has a kind of reverence. Of course, Foster has relatively little to fear, from the octopus. He's still the more powerful party. But: have you seen Arrival? Again, no worries if not. But again, I recommend. And in particular: I think it has some of this gentleness, and reverence, and wonder, even towards more-powerful-than-us aliens.[3] Again, a bit of plot. No major spoilers, but: aliens have landed. Yes, they look like octopuses. In one early scene, the scientists go to meet them inside the alien ship. The meeting takes place across some sort of transparent barrier. The aliens make deep, whale-like, textured sounds. But the humans can't speak back. So next time, they bring a whiteboard. T...

The North-South Connection
The Jenny Position Episode 149- Talk'n Docs: My Octopus Teacher

The North-South Connection

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 47:17


Welcome to Talk'n Docs, the monthly podcast where we dive into the world of documentaries and review them for your listening pleasure. Hosted by Jennifer Smith, Logan Crosland and Cowboy Roger, the crew continues Season 2 with a review of 2020's My Octopus Teacher. This Netflix documentary follows a year in the life of filmmaker Craig Foster and his relationship with...an octopus. Beautifully and meticulously shot, this story draws us into a South African kelp forest to learn about the fragility of life and humanity's connection with nature. 

Musicbed Podcast
Elle Brooks-Tao on Why Real Creativity Requires Conflict

Musicbed Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 52:26


In this episode of the Musicbed Podcast, director Elle Brooks-Tao discusses the value of creating vulnerable work, protecting your creativity at all costs, and why filmmakers should never shy away from the comment section. Whether it's writing acclaimed narratives or directing award-winning content for global brands like Nike, McDonald's, and adidas, writer/director Elle Brooks-Tao's fresh approach to filmmaking prioritizes pushing the boundaries and bringing untold stories to light. Talking Points: Navigating the ethics of filming real people Maintaining good mental health Adopting an unapologetic approach Accepting filmmaking as a form of manipulation Taking keyboard criticism with a grain of salt Creativity runs on rejection—not approval Show Notes: Khalid Mohtaseb–https://www.khalidmohtaseb.com/ Jon Bregel–https://jonathanbregel.com/ Why We Wake (2017)–http://ellebrookstao.com/whywewake Buffalo Wild Wings "Watching"–https://vimeo.com/222082743 Bardot (2023)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt19001296/ Alejandro González Iñárritu–https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0327944/ Birdman (2014)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2562232/ Free Solo (2018)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7775622/ Clair Popkin–http://clairpopkin.com/ My Octopus Teacher (2020)–https://www.netflix.com/title/81045007 Women Talking (2022)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13669038/ Frances McDormand–https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000531/ Rooney Mara–https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1913734/ Drive (2011)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0780504/ Ryan Gosling–https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0331516/ Sundance Film Festival–https://festival.sundance.org/ Justin Chon–https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2014390/ Blue Bayou (2021)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11121664 Blue Valentine (2010)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1120985/ Insomnia (2023)–https://vimeo.com/799152002 Rick Rubin–https://www.instagram.com/rickrubin/?hl=en All Quiet on the Western Front (2022)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1016150/ The Lighthouse (2019)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7984734/ Diego Contreras–http://www.thisisdiego.net/ Samm Hodges–https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3280275/ A21–https://www.a21.org/ ZeroZeroZero (2020)–https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8332438/ Brought to you by Musicbed, the filmmaking industry's music licensing platform of choice. Learn more: ⁠⁠⁠musicbed.com⁠⁠⁠. About Musicbed: Musicbed is the leading sync licensing platform for authentic music from relevant artists. We're a one-stop licensing agency representing a curated roster of authentic artists, bands, and composers for film, TV, and advertising. From leading composers to tour-tested bands, and rising singer/songwriters, we believe music brings emotion and has the power to amplify your story.

Speak Up For The Ocean Blue
The Impact of Visual Storytelling in Ocean Conservation

Speak Up For The Ocean Blue

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 22:17


In this episode, Andrew encourages you to reflect on your personal connection to the ocean and what made them fall in love with it. He shares his own experience of falling in love with the ocean through watching Jacques Cousteau films and emphasizes the power of visual storytelling in documentaries. Andrew discusses the accessibility of technology and social media today, urging listeners to embrace the opportunity to create their own mini documentaries about the ocean. The episode highlights the importance of personal storytelling and making a connection to the ocean through these films. Share your conservation journey on the podcast by booking here: https://calendly.com/sufb/sufb-interview   Fill out our listener survey: https://www.speakupforblue.com/survey   Join the audio program - Build Your Marine Science and Conservation Career: https://www.speakupforblue.com/career   Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3NmYvsI Connect with Speak Up For Blue: Website: https://bit.ly/3fOF3Wf Instagram: https://bit.ly/3rIaJSG Twitter: https://bit.ly/3rHZxpc   

All Creatures Podcast
Episode 352: Giant Pacific Octopus Astounds

All Creatures Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 75:43


Anytime you think or talk about an ocotpus, you are amazed. It is because they are just the most radical, funny, special, and so many more adjectives, bundles of 8-legged joy! this week it is the Giant Pacific Octopus who receives our attention. We talk all about the octopus and even how they can regenerate their arms like that seen Netflix's My Octopus Teacher. You will love this episode and a special shout out to Octonation! They are the world's largest octopus fan club! Another thank you to all our Patreon supporters. We now are hosting monthly Zoom meetings with them, answering questions and getting ideas on which species they want covered. You too can join for one cup of "good" coffee a month. With your pledge you can support your favorite podcast on Patreon and give back to conservation. With the funds we receive each month, we are have been sending money to conservation organizations monthly. We now send a check to every organization we cover, as we feel they all are deserving of our support. Thank you so much for your support and for supporting animal conservation.  Please considering supporting us at Patreon HERE. We also want to thank you to all our listeners. We are giving back to every conservation organization we cover and you make that possible. We are committed to donating large portions of our revenue (at minimum 25%) to every organization we cover each week. Thank you for helping us to grow, and for helping to conserve our wildlife. Please contact us at advertising@airwavemedia.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

Documentary First
Episode 202 | Human Footprint - Part 2

Documentary First

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2023 40:35


In part 2 of “Human Footprint” Christian and Jason continue their chat with the creators and directors of Human Footprint, Neil Losin & Nate Dappen. Listen to how Neil & Nate filmed the series on a budget, with a small crew of a maximum of 5 people. Hear some of their favorite experiences while grinding and pushing their team to the limit. Seeing elephants from a helicopter and people on dog sleds hunting Polar Bears are just two of the experiences that have marked their lives while making Human Footprint. Music is key to setting the tone and emotion to visuals. We learn about their connection with PBS helping out with some of the licensing of the music used as well as how their “Hip-Hop” composer Andy Young came to be a part of the project. To close, Neil & Nate gave their pearls of wisdom and pieces of advice to filmmakers. Along with Christian's best reminder of not getting discouraged, don't give up - DO NOT QUIT!!! PBS Link: https://www.pbs.org/show/human-footprint/ Intro to Documentary First. 0:00 Welcome back to Documentary First, continuing the conversation with Nate & Neil from Human Footprint. What was the budget and how was it used, travel and music? Traveling for the show. 1:20 A lot of travel for 120 days of filming. Shooting in 44 different cities, 80 beds, sets, states, Arctic Sea Ice. Shooting 4 different acts for 4 different episodes Allot of pre-production and research in preparation for all the travel. Starbucks budget larger than the actual food budget…… Team of 5 people max. Pushing everyone to their limits. Shooting dogs, rats, starlings, cities and cities. How they economized their travel costs. 5:47 Listen to people and give them what they need. Learned to economize in various ways. Neil's unique experience and favorite place The evolution of tusklessness and elephants. Flying over the park in a helicopter. Nate's most unique experience. 10:05 Episode about how dogs have shaped culture. Unique experience in the Arctic with a young Inuit sled dog hunter. Arctic adventure. The sun doesn't set in the summer - losing track of time, skeleton crew, a wild experience even trying to get there. Hunting polar bears on the sea ice. 12:44 Polar bear hunting on the sea ice. The cinematography of the first episode. Three highly trained, highly skilled shooters on the project. A lot of collaboration and sponsorship from Canon with lenses to help bring cinema-level quality. Taking the visuals very seriously. Intuitive filmmaking and music budget. 17:32 Biology and natural history as a fact factor. Having veteran natural history shooters on the project. Music budget and getting the rights. Wanting a 90's HipHop aesthetic - fresh and vibrant Using popular tracks and licensing them where possible. PBS has a special arrangement for music - “A compulsory license” - Nate & Neil explain. Distribution from PBS to elsewhere changes everything How much of the music is composed? How Adrian Young got involved in the project. How the music came together. Creating a modern look and style. 24:41 Creating a modern, modern feel for the series. Allowed each editor to show what they think it should look like. How Andy Laub became lead editor. Has an extensive back ground including music editing. How the editing style was developed for the show. A group brainstorming session to help guide this. A combination of the action sports, the traditional Natural History science world, mixed with modern social media type style Biggest challenge for Neil. Knowing what's enough in the episodes. 29:04 Hardest thing for a series like this. Physical and emotional grind of filming. Striking a balance between documentary and information and not be “preachy'. DocuView Déjà Vu recommendations. 4 Recommendations one of which was “My Octopus Teacher” - recommended previously (See the other 3 recommendations listed below). Advice for filmmakers. 34:12 Neil & Nate's best piece of advice for new filmmakers. DocuView Déjà Vu Nate: 100 Foot Wave, Series 2021, HBOMax, IMDB Link: 100 Foot Wave (TV Series 2021– ) ⭐ 8.1 | Documentary, Sport My Octopus Teacher, 2020, 85 mins, Netflix, IMDB Link: My Octopus Teacher (2020) ⭐ 8.1 | Documentary Chimp Empire, S2023, Series, Netfilx, IMDB Link: Chimp Empire (TV Mini Series 2023) ⭐ 8.3 | Documentary Jago: Alife Underwater, 2015, 48 mins, Watch on Amazon or Curiosity, IMDB Link: Jago: A Life Underwater (2015) ⭐ 7.4 | Documentary

Weed + Grub
Evergreen: Tuck Your Pickle In A Meat Mattress

Weed + Grub

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 37:59


Hey Buds! We are blazing a trail around the globe this month, so we're re-releasing one of our favorite episodes (with freshly baked new eps dropping in July)! Grab your snacks, roll up a joint, and enjoy this evergreen drop in which Mike and Mary Jane discuss sandwich construction as they head out on a road trip back to California. After watching My Octopus Teacher on Netflix, Mike wants to be part octopus, while MJ leans seal. Thanks to everyone in Port Townsend for a beautiful summer! WEED LOVE 5 STARS FROM YOU / TELL A BUD / KISSES TO THE PNW Music by Jesse Case Weed + Grub IG Watch Weed + Grub YT Try New Brew Seltzer - use code WEEDANDGRUB for 10% off! Vote For Us as Best Podcast HERE! BOTW: @novel_being & @happyhouray

Unhinged with Chris Klemens
Sad Girl Summer (with Two Hot Takes' Morgan Absher)

Unhinged with Chris Klemens

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 51:06


With summer in full-swing, Chris is joined by Morgan from Two Hot Takes as they share wild summer stories, chat crossing the border and debauchery in Mexico, praise Pedro Pascal, gab about Game of Thrones, talk Tupac Shakur's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, debate flash mob proposals and New Girl, amuse themselves with accents, tackle voicemails, celebrate strippers, talk a summer camp tubing incident that ended with Chris in the nude, recount riding a horse to Dairy Queen, dig into The Little Mermaid controversy over Melissa McCarthy's Ursula makeup, get emotional over My Octopus Teacher, and celebrate Chris' TikTok audio of “You're coming home with me!”  Dipsea is offering an extended 30 day free trial when you go to https://DipseaStories.com/UNHINGED FIND MORE TWO HOT TAKES AND HOST MORGAN ABSHER: Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-hot-takes/id1553199104 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/twohottakes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twohottakes/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twohottakes?lang=en Reddit: https://reddit.app.link/twohottakes Morgan's IG: https://www.instagram.com/morgsyabsher/?hl=en Donate to support the Marsha P. Johnson Institute: http://marshap.org/donate/ Follow Unhinged with Chris Klemens on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unhingedwithchrisklemens Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/chrisklemens/ Follow Big Spark Studios: https://www.instagram.com/bigsparkstudios Leave Chris a voicemail: 310-844-6459 Submit your secrets: https://forms.gle/ZPtbT3EKFHQWpZ4K7  Submit Charitable Shoutout: https://forms.gle/6GSAoacSoepsZ5v47 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Grit City Podcast
GCP: Best of - Luan Roberts and Grit City Sports w/Erik

The Grit City Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 67:19


In the first part of this podcast, Erik talks to the founder of the Tacoma Run Club and Christopher with Second Cycle about Destiny Dozen. They also play a best of with Luan Roberts, where she shares her knowledge and love of tide pooling. She has been exploring the PNW for the last 7 years and hopes she can inspire others to get out and tide pool too! You can find her on Instagram: @luanimal and her website: https://www.naturelookings.com/ 00:54 – Justin talks about new content, what this unique episode brings, and the supermassive low tide at a negative three. He talks about what you can find with low tide, Erik talks to Derek, the founder of the Tacoma Run Club, and shares his appreciation of the club. Derek talks about choking out a dog, what the goal of the race is, and Christopher talks about the history behind Destiny Dozen. 18:21 – Christopher talks about their Build A Bike program, the community service Secondcycle offers for the youth, and Justin drops into the best of episode. Luan introduces herself, and Justin gives props to the Union Club for GCP's ability to record in person. They talk about their last recording at the Union Club, Luan explains her love of sea slugs, and how she gets her great shots of them. 33:28 - Luan talks about the specialness of the Tacoma Marina, the different types of sea slugs there, and shares when the best time to go see them is. Justin talks about the movie My Octopus Teacher, Luan talks about the places she was surprised to see the sea slugs, the stationary creatures at the places she visits, and the terrible things sea slugs can do to each other. 43:22 - Luan talks about what got her interested in marine life when she moved to Seattle, her first discovery of the tide pool, and things that have helped her foster her hobby. She talks about how she has made connections in the community, the actual size of the creatures, and the types of defense measures the nudibranchs have. She talks about the marine-themed tattoo she is getting, Justin asks a Coaster Question, and shares how Coaster Questions got started. Special Guest: Luan Roberts.

The Joe Rogan Experience
#1988 - James Reed

The Joe Rogan Experience

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2023 142:32


James Reed is a filmmaker whose works include "My Octopus Teacher," "Rise of the Warrior Apes," and "Jago: A Life Underwater." His new documentary series "Chimp Empire" is streaming on Netflix now. www.underdog-films.com

The Tom Barnard Show
Tom Barnard Show: Hour 3 - Skor North's Phil Mackey talks Twins with Tom

The Tom Barnard Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 51:26


Tom, Brittany and Rudy kick off the week with a chat about Katherine's (Tom's wife) Mother Day present.In the first hour, Bob Sansevere updates us on his daughter's broken finger. Next, Kristyn Burtt tells us how the writers' strike is going to affect the upcoming awards shows. Then, Scott Rose of Officer Down podcast joins us for a chat about National Police week.In hour #2, KSTP's Chris Egert gives a rundown of how the MN Fishing Opener went across the state! After Chris, we're joined by James Reed, the director of My Octopus Teacher and Netflix's new series Chimp Empire.In hour #3 Skor North's Phil Mackey talks about the most majestic home run ever hit at Target Field!Stream the show LIVE on the Tom. Barnard Show app M-F from 7-10AM or get the show on-demand on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Tom Barnard Show
Tom Barnard Show: Hour 2 - Scott Rose of Officer Down podcast and Chimp Empire director James Reed

The Tom Barnard Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 56:52


Tom, Brittany and Rudy kick off the week with a chat about Katherine's (Tom's wife) Mother Day present.In the first hour, Bob Sansevere updates us on his daughter's broken finger. Next, Kristyn Burtt tells us how the writers' strike is going to affect the upcoming awards shows. Then, Scott Rose of Officer Down podcast joins us for a chat about National Police week.In hour #2, KSTP's Chris Egert gives a rundown of how the MN Fishing Opener went across the state! After Chris, we're joined by James Reed, the director of My Octopus Teacher and Netflix's new series Chimp Empire.In hour #3 Skor North's Phil Mackey talks about the most majestic home run ever hit at Target Field!Stream the show LIVE on the Tom. Barnard Show app M-F from 7-10AM or get the show on-demand on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Tom Barnard Show
Tom Barnard Show: Hour 1 - Bob Sansevere talks sports and Kristyn Burtt's entertainment report

The Tom Barnard Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 67:38


Tom, Brittany and Rudy kick off the week with a chat about Katherine's (Tom's wife) Mother Day present.In the first hour, Bob Sansevere updates us on his daughter's broken finger. Next, Kristyn Burtt tells us how the writers' strike is going to affect the upcoming awards shows. Then, Scott Rose of Officer Down podcast joins us for a chat about National Police week.In hour #2, KSTP's Chris Egert gives a rundown of how the MN Fishing Opener went across the state! After Chris, we're joined by James Reed, the director of My Octopus Teacher and Netflix's new series Chimp Empire.In hour #3 Skor North's Phil Mackey talks about the most majestic home run ever hit at Target Field!Stream the show LIVE on the Tom. Barnard Show app M-F from 7-10AM or get the show on-demand on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Tom Barnard Show
Tom Barnard Show: Hour 1 - Bob Sansevere talks sports and Kristyn Burtt's entertainment report

The Tom Barnard Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 69:38


Tom, Brittany and Rudy kick off the week with a chat about Katherine's (Tom's wife) Mother Day present. In the first hour, Bob Sansevere updates us on his daughter's broken finger. Next, Kristyn Burtt tells us how the writers' strike is going to affect the upcoming awards shows. Then, Scott Rose of Officer Down podcast joins us for a chat about National Police week. In hour #2, KSTP's Chris Egert gives a rundown of how the MN Fishing Opener went across the state! After Chris, we're joined by James Reed, the director of My Octopus Teacher and Netflix's new series Chimp Empire. In hour #3 Skor North's Phil Mackey talks about the most majestic home run ever hit at Target Field! Stream the show LIVE on the Tom. Barnard Show app M-F from 7-10AM or get the show on-demand on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Tom Barnard Show
Tom Barnard Show: Hour 2 - Scott Rose of Officer Down podcast and Chimp Empire director James Reed

The Tom Barnard Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 58:52


Tom, Brittany and Rudy kick off the week with a chat about Katherine's (Tom's wife) Mother Day present. In the first hour, Bob Sansevere updates us on his daughter's broken finger. Next, Kristyn Burtt tells us how the writers' strike is going to affect the upcoming awards shows. Then, Scott Rose of Officer Down podcast joins us for a chat about National Police week. In hour #2, KSTP's Chris Egert gives a rundown of how the MN Fishing Opener went across the state! After Chris, we're joined by James Reed, the director of My Octopus Teacher and Netflix's new series Chimp Empire. In hour #3 Skor North's Phil Mackey talks about the most majestic home run ever hit at Target Field! Stream the show LIVE on the Tom. Barnard Show app M-F from 7-10AM or get the show on-demand on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Tom Barnard Show
Tom Barnard Show: Hour 3 - Skor North's Phil Mackey talks Twins with Tom

The Tom Barnard Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 53:26


Tom, Brittany and Rudy kick off the week with a chat about Katherine's (Tom's wife) Mother Day present. In the first hour, Bob Sansevere updates us on his daughter's broken finger. Next, Kristyn Burtt tells us how the writers' strike is going to affect the upcoming awards shows. Then, Scott Rose of Officer Down podcast joins us for a chat about National Police week. In hour #2, KSTP's Chris Egert gives a rundown of how the MN Fishing Opener went across the state! After Chris, we're joined by James Reed, the director of My Octopus Teacher and Netflix's new series Chimp Empire. In hour #3 Skor North's Phil Mackey talks about the most majestic home run ever hit at Target Field! Stream the show LIVE on the Tom. Barnard Show app M-F from 7-10AM or get the show on-demand on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Dinesh D'Souza Podcast
WHO'S THE GREATEST?

The Dinesh D'Souza Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2023 50:50


In this episode, Dinesh uses the occasion of Black History Month to ask the question, “Who was the greatest black American of our history?” Debbie and Dinesh discuss a new threat to religious liberty, the horrific legacy of Jimmy Carter, and the Netflix documentary film “My Octopus Teacher.” Dinesh continues his discussion of the compatibility between Darwinian evolution and the Book of Genesis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alive and Free
Octopi and Humans

Alive and Free

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 45:39


Have you seen the Netflix documentary, My Octopus Teacher? Lee and I recently watched it—and it blew us away.  Why? Because it puts this thing we call life into perspective. It shows you how to overcome trauma and pain without letting it consume you—and without forgetting the lessons that can help you avoid traumatic situations today.  In this episode, you'll discover how acting like an octopus may be the key to leaving your decades of trauma in the past for good. And how this helps you embrace the animalistic freedom we all secretly crave.  Listen now.  Show Highlights Include The “Octopus Tentacle” secret for incinerating your negative thoughts (2:12)  The insidious way your lack of self-worth manifests as Shiny Object Syndrome (and how to be completely at peace where you are right this second) (8:07)  How watching this breathtaking documentary about an octopus can help you jettison your trauma for good (10:31)  The trick for learning from your trauma without letting it consume your mind and burden you with negative thoughts (13:17)  How narrating your history of trauma can both help you and retraumatize you (and how to know when it's time to ditch the story) (19:04)  Why well-meaning counselors and therapists can accidentally riddle you with post-traumatic stress (24:23)  How recognizing you're an animal frees you from every “human problem” you have (28:51)  If you want to radically change how much control you have over your emotions in as little as 20 days, you can go to https://thefreedomspecialist.com/feelbetternow and sign up for the Choose Your Own Emotion course.  If you or somebody you know is looking to drop the ‘F' Bomb of freedom in your life and break free from addiction, depression, anxiety or anything that's making you feel flat-out stuck, head over to https://thefreedomspecialist.com/ and book a call where we can look at your unique situation and give you the roadmap you've been missing. If you'd like to buy a copy of my book, Is That Even Possible?: The Nuts and Bolts of Energy Healing for the Curious, Wary, and Totally Bewildered, you can find it on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/That-Even-Possible-Healing-Bewildered/dp/1512336041