Against The Odds
Uncharted: Teddy Roosevelt's Amazon Expedition | Lost Cities with Mike Heckenberger | 5
Feb 7, 2023
Anthropologist Mike Heckenberger joins host Cassie De Pecol to discuss his three-decade-long exploration of the Amazon and the uncovering of ancient cities. Topics include tracing Amazonian history through archaeology, the discovery of pre-Columbian cities, friendship with indigenous communities, cultural biases, and the importance of giving indigenous people a voice in preserving the Amazon.
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Quick takeaways
- The Amazon region is still a hotbed of exploration and study, with ancient cities and indigenous knowledge revealing its rich history and significance.
- It is crucial to involve indigenous communities in the preservation and management of the Amazon, recognizing their deep knowledge and sustainable practices.
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Theodore Roosevelt's expedition into the Amazon
The podcast episode recounts Theodore Roosevelt's expedition into the Amazon Basin, known as the River of Doubt. Facing numerous challenges including disease, rapids, snakes, and insects, the expedition endured hardships and nearly lost their lives. The episode emphasizes the fascination of explorers and scientists with the Amazon region and highlights the ongoing exploration and study of the Amazon by indigenous people.
