Malaika Vaz

Alice Aedy and Malaika Vaz, both National Geographic Explorers and filmmakers, dive into the powerful intersection of storytelling, climate, and social justice. They explore how human stories can drive conservation efforts and discuss their journeys in founding Earthrise Studio and Untamed Planet. The duo emphasizes engaging diverse audiences through optimistic narratives, balancing urgency with hope. They share insights on avoiding alarmism in storytelling while achieving impactful change through documentaries, urging aspiring storytellers to focus on building relationships and strategic impact.