Alex Ventimilla-Sanchez

Guests Alex Ventimilla-Sanchez, a documentary studies professor, dives into the distinct approaches of Jane Goodall and David Attenborough in their documentaries on climate and animal welfare. They discuss stereotypes like the 'Ecological Indian' and the ethical implications of environmental messaging. The conversation spans from the shifts in documentary styles to the pros and cons of private funding. Alex highlights the effectiveness of emotionally driven narratives versus data-driven predictions in inspiring change and critiques the unequal impacts of climate change globally.