Making IMAX Films Around the World, Mindful Travel, and Working with Jane Goodall with Mike Day

How can you create a life of travel with an unconventional career like filmmaking, and what can it teach you about the world and yourself?

Mike Day shares how he transitioned from working in museums to becoming an award-winning IMAX documentary filmmaker and the lessons he learned from traveling the world.

Mike Day has served as the Executive Producer of over a dozen documentary films shot in IMAX. His work has taken him to magnificent worldwide locations, which he’s written about in his book, "The World Has a Big Backyard."

Mike’s stories offer a unique glimpse into the world of IMAX documentary filmmaking, showcasing the dedication, resourcefulness, and mindfulness needed to bring nature’s wonders to life on the big screen. 

You’ll hear tips on practicing mindfulness during travel, how to handle uncomfortable cultural experiences that you may disagree with (like bullfighting in Spain), the importance of self-care on the road, having authentic experiences, his top favorite museums in the world, and what it was really like working with the legendary Jane Goodall.

If you could capture any place in the world on film, where would it be and why? I'd love to hear your thoughts, and I hope you’ll share them by sending me an audio message.

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Tune In To Learn:

• How Mike transitioned from the museum industry to becoming an IMAX filmmaker
• Practical advice for managing travel anxiety and the concept of “giving yourself a win” during trips
• What travel and filmmaking have taught him about resourcefulness
• Why you don't need to go far from home to find enriching experiences
• Mike’s favorite museum experiences and his unique perspective on the power of museums worldwide
• Tips on practicing mindfulness while traveling, including how to suspend judgment and respect unfamiliar cultures and practices
• The incredible story of meeting Dr. Jane Goodall and how it led to an extraordinary film project
• The significance of authentic travel experiences and the life-changing impact of taking young people on adventures
• The importance of considering the “when” and “why” of your travels, not just the “where”
• And so much more

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