Conservation needs Indigenous Peoples as allies more than ever. But how can we protect the Land while still operating within colonial frameworks? Ilarion Kuuyux Merculieff, Unangan elder, and Shay Sloan Clark, both from the Global Center for Indigenous Leadership and Lifeways, shared with us their invaluable insights on this topic. They shared profound insights on reconciling worldviews, transitioning to heart-centered consciousness, and their expectations for WILD12, where Ilarion will serve as a Plenary Speaker.Learn more about WILD: www.wild.org (http://www.wild.org) Learn more about the Global Center for Indigenous Leadership and Lifeways: https://www.gcill.world/ Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Conservation needs Indigenous Peoples as allies more than ever. But how can we protect the Land while still operating within colonial frameworks? Ilarion Kuuyux Merculieff, Unangan elder, and Shay Sloan Clark, both from the Global Center for Indigenous Leadership and Lifeways, shared with us their invaluable insights on this topic. They shared profound insights on reconciling worldviews, transitioning to heart-centered consciousness, and their expectations for WILD12, where Ilarion will serve as a Plenary Speaker.Learn more about WILD: www.wild.org (http://www.wild.org) Learn more about the Global Center for Indigenous Leadership and Lifeways: https://www.gcill.world/ Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Imagine a world where conservation wasn't a concept because it was simply a way of life. Well, hundreds of years ago, in some African cultures, conserving nature was deeply ingrained in daily living. Our guest, Aiita Joshua Apamaku, a Wildlife Biologist and National Geographic Young Explorer, has found that stories, and cultural pillars from the Kibale Forest communities, were rich with insights about nature. This inspired Aiita's concept of Science Telling, which promotes traditional ways of life through storytelling, enhancing our understanding of nature and its ecosystems. In this episode, we explore Aiita’s work and the power of storytelling in conservation work. Oh, and good news, Aiita will be a speaker at WILD12!Learn more about WILD: www.wild.org (http://www.wild.org) Connect with Aiita: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aiita-joshua-apamaku-5a6a3a134/ Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Cristina began her photography career when conservation photography wasn't even on the map. As a marine biologist with a passion for capturing the beauty of the wilderness, she gradually turned her lens towards advocacy, using her images to champion the protection of Earth's lands and Ocean.Her projects took shape during WILD9, culminating in the creation of the International League of Conservation Photographers. And, today, Cristina leads SeaLegacy, an organization dedicated to using storytelling to address ocean issues.And there's more—Cristina will be a plenary speaker at WILD12. Her goal? To craft a resolution that recognizes the ocean as wilderness.Learn more about WILD: www.wild.org (http://www.wild.org) Learn more about Cristina: https://www.cristinamittermeier.com/Sea Legacy: https://www.sealegacy.org/ Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Imagine immersing yourself in the depths of the ocean. You're submerged beneath the sea, thinking you're the great observer, there to witness what's happening. But then, you realize that everyone is watching you.That's precisely the experience Sylvia Earle, known as "Her Deepness" for her record-breaking untethered dives reaching 381 meters (1,250 feet), shared with us. She has spent her life as a tireless advocate for the oceans, being the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's first female Chief Scientist. It's been a wonderful moment for us to reposition humanity in the web of life. Sylvia's efforts to raise public awareness about our interconnectedness with marine ecosystems underscore the urgent need for humanity to treat all life with equality. So, let's embark on an exploration of the ocean's depths with Sylvia as we dive into wildlife conservation, the pivotal role of Indigenous Peoples as allies, captivating anecdotes from her missions, and much more.Learn more about WILD: www.wild.org (http://www.wild.org) Mission Blue: https://missionblue.org/ Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Imagine immersing yourself in the depths of the ocean. You're submerged beneath the sea, thinking you're the great observer, there to witness what's happening. But then, you realize that everyone is watching you.That's precisely the experience Sylvia Earle, known as "Her Deepness" for her record-breaking untethered dives reaching 381 meters (1,250 feet), shared with us. She has spent her life as a tireless advocate for the oceans, being the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's first female Chief Scientist. It's been a wonderful moment for us to reposition humanity in the web of life. Sylvia's efforts to raise public awareness about our interconnectedness with marine ecosystems underscore the urgent need for humanity to treat all life with equality. So, let's embark on an exploration of the ocean's depths with Sylvia as we dive into wildlife conservation, the pivotal role of Indigenous Peoples as allies, captivating anecdotes from her missions, and much more.Learn more about WILD: www.wild.org (http://www.wild.org) Mission Blue: https://missionblue.org/ Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Today, we are thrilled to be joined by Tatewin Means, who is the daughter of famed Oglala Lakota activist Russell Means, and whose full Lakota name means “woman who stands with the Four Directions", hails from the Sisseton Wahpeton Dakota, Oglala Lakota, and Inhanktonwan nations in South Dakota - all members of the Oceti Sakowin, the Lakota traditional government. And by Amy Lewis, WILD’s CEO! In this podcast episode, we delve into Tatewin's work as the Executive Director of Thunder Valley Community Development Corporation, where she seeks liberation for Lakota People through language, lifeways, and spirituality and works, in part, with the reintroduction of bison to achieve her cultural objectives.Oh, and we are happy to share that Tatewin will be a Plenary Speaker at WILD12 (https://wild.org/wild12/speaker-announcement-tatewin-means/)!Learn more about WILD: www.wild.org (http://www.wild.org) Learn more about Tatewin's work: https://thundervalley.org/ Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Ever wondered how human viruses often originate from wildlife? Take Avian Influenza, for instance. H5N1 now poses an existential threat to global biodiversity, having infected over 150 wild and domestic avian species worldwide, along with numerous mammalian species. And while it's a significant risk for biodiversity, it also presents a potential spillover risk for us. Today, we're joined by Chris Walzer, WCS Executive Director of Health, who will discuss what we can do to tackle this wildlife crisis and why it's crucial to consider the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health.Learn more about WILD: www.wild.org (http://www.wild.org)  Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Have you been curious about the power and pressures of social media? In our extremely digital and hyper-connected world, these media platforms have the power to amplify voices for good and for bad.We sat down in a new podcast episode with Blake Moynes, wilderness enthusiast, and reality TV star turned conservationist, to talk about the pressures he faces, the trade-offs, and the realities of what this lifestyle means for his personal life versus the greater good.Influencing and impactful influencing are here to stay. This is an area of conservation amplification that we can’t ignore in our modern world.Learn more about WILD: www.wild.org (http://www.wild.org) Connect with Blake: https://www.instagram.com/blakemoynes/The SOSA: https://thesosa.com/pages/sosa-x-tannerunderwater Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Have you been curious about the power and pressures of social media? In our extremely digital and hyper-connected world, these media platforms have the power to amplify voices for good and for bad.We sat down in a new podcast episode with Blake Moynes, wilderness enthusiast, and reality TV star turned conservationist, to talk about the pressures he faces, the trade-offs, and the realities of what this lifestyle means for his personal life versus the greater good.Influencing and impactful influencing are here to stay. This is an area of conservation amplification that we can’t ignore in our modern world.Learn more about WILD: www.wild.org (http://www.wild.org) Connect with Blake: https://www.instagram.com/blakemoynes/The SOSA: https://thesosa.com/pages/sosa-x-tannerunderwater Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.