Earthsounds, Hear Our Planet Like Never Before

The podcast features a discussion with Dr. Angie Adkin, the host, and the producers of the Apple TV+ documentary series 'Earthsounds', Alex Williamson and Sam Hodgson. The series, which took over three years to produce, captures the rich and often unheard sonic landscapes of our planet, from deserts to the vocalizations of snow leopards, using cutting-edge technology. Alex and Sam delve into their personal journeys into nature documentary production, the innovative sound recording techniques employed, and the remarkable animal vocalizations they recorded. They also discuss the conservation message behind the series, emphasizing how sound can be a powerful indicator of environmental health and the urgency of protecting our ecosystems. The interview concludes with insights into the challenges of filming, the impact of the series on viewers, and a teaser about their next project focusing on endangered animals. You can watch the trailer for Earthsounds HERE Podcast Timeline 00:15 Welcome to the World of Earth Sounds 00:50 Diving Deep into Earth Sounds with the Producers 01:42 The Journey from Nature Lover to Documentary Creator 04:56 Unveiling the Sonic Wonders of Earth Sounds 09:05 Behind the Scenes: Capturing the Unheard 22:55 Exploring the Tech and Effort Behind Earth Sounds 27:32 Capturing the Snow Leopard's Unique Call 27:41 Innovative Techniques for Wildlife Sound Recording 29:56 Discovering the Secret World of Dolphin Communication 31:20 Exploring the Depths of Animal Sounds and Communication 41:35 The Power of Sound in Conservation Efforts 45:01 Inspiring Conservation Through the Magic of Sound 52:30 Advice for Aspiring Wildlife Photographers and Filmmakers 55:28 Looking Ahead: Future Projects and Conservation Series ------------------------------------------------------ Another thank you to all our Patreon supporters. 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 [email protected] if you would like to advertise on our podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices