How To Academy Podcast A Journey into Uncharted Territories with David Attenborough, Miriam Margolyes, Nigel Planer, and others...
Jul 29, 2025
Colin Butfield, a filmmaker and co-author with David Attenborough, discusses the ocean's wonders, sharing a captivating narrative about a sperm whale's hunt intertwined with a mother's love that revealed war atrocities. Historian Ian Kumekawa sheds light on the global economy's complexities through the unique journey of a container ship, the Bibby Resolution. The podcast also features readings from Sir David Attenborough and other literary icons, exploring themes of resilience, cultural impact, and the intricate bond between nature and human stories.
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Ocean's Hidden Wonders
- The ocean holds vast, undiscovered species and behaviors every year.
- Understanding it is critical to grasping its impact on the planet's future.
Pink Kitty Smuggles War Evidence
- Lana Estemirova's mother smuggled war crime evidence hidden inside a pink toy cat.
- This risky tactic helped expose horrors of the Chechen Wars under great personal danger.
Reality TV's Backward View on Women
- Reality TV centered women’s value on appealing to others, limiting agency.
- Early shows shaped damaging cultural views of women’s worth as mostly physical and relational.
