The Jordan Harbinger Show 827: Paul Rosolie | Perusing and Protecting the Pristine Amazon
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Apr 25, 2023 Paul Rosolie is a conservationist and filmmaker dedicated to protecting the Amazon rainforest. In the conversation, he shares how his JungleKeepers team offers sustainable alternatives to illegal logging. Paul discusses the violent reactions of uncontacted tribes to outsiders, the devastating impact of gold mining, and the need to preserve unique medicinal knowledge. He also humorously recounts his survival experiences in the unforgiving jungle, reminding us of the delicate balance between human activity and nature's gift.
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Jungle Over Winter
- Paul Rosolie splits his time between New York and the Amazon rainforest, escaping harsh winters for jungle adventures.
- He finds the Amazon more hospitable despite the dangers, highlighting his unique lifestyle.
Monkey Bait
- Rosolie recounts witnessing loggers killing a monkey to use as piranha bait.
- This highlights the resourcefulness and sometimes harsh realities of life in the Amazon.
Jungle Fitness
- Rosolie describes getting in better shape in the Amazon than with regular gym workouts.
- The jungle's physical demands naturally sculpt his physique through constant activity.
