

Planet Visionaries
Rolex and Sony Music Entertainment
Planet Visionaries spotlights climate innovators who are helping to solve some of the world’s most challenging environmental issues. In each episode, host Alex Honnold, an adventure rock climber and outdoor advocate, will talk to one of those leaders to learn about their work, background and what motivates them to preserve the earth. Listeners will hear from the world’s most renowned ocean explorer, a man who has dedicated his life to protecting penguins, a volcanologist who found a way to predict eruptions and a Peruvian biologist who is safeguarding sea life with the help of coastal communities. Taken together, the podcast will offer an intimate portrait of the diverse and dynamic people who are at the forefront of the quest to keep the planet perpetual.
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May 30, 2024 • 1min
Season 4 Trailer
Join host Alex Honnold for Season 4 of “Planet Visionaries.” Meet the explorers, scientists and adventurers who are tackling Earth’s biggest climate challenges in this podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 14, 2023 • 25min
How protecting bats protects the planet (and us)
Bats play a pivotal role in the well-being of people, ecosystems and the planet. Rodrigo Medellín, Mexico’s “bat man,” tells Alex Honnold how he’s saving several species from extinction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 16, 2023 • 23min
A promising new discovery in the Amazon
A never-before-documented ecosystem in the Amazon coastal area could present new solutions for climate resilience. Explorer Angelo Bernardino explains why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 19, 2023 • 25min
Finding life under Arctic ice
A deep dive into Arctic waters uncovered an uncharted underwater forest. Meet the explorers who found it and hear how this unusual ecosystem contributes to overall ocean health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 22, 2023 • 22min
What ice might reveal about our climate future
Scientist, who led a daring ice core expedition to study climate transitions, discusses the importance of ice cores in predicting future climate changes. They also highlight challenges faced during expeditions, the significance of ice cores in providing regional climate data, and promoting sustainability for future generations. Additionally, they touch on personal choices that can collectively make a positive impact on the environment.

Aug 24, 2023 • 28min
Why the Mediterranean needs more protection
Scientists discuss the challenges faced in protecting the Mediterranean Sea and the declining conditions. They emphasize the lack of scientific knowledge and the support received from Rolex for conservation projects. The significance of the Perpetual Planet Initiative and the exploration of extreme areas like submarine canyons is highlighted. The speakers also discuss their partnership with Rolex and ongoing research on sperm whales and underwater sounds.

Aug 2, 2023 • 42min
Live episode: Revolutionizing how we preserve the world underwater
Ocean health is crucial to our planet. Listen to three young visionaries discuss their boundary-breaking conservation of marine ecosystems with Alex Honnold and hear a special appearance from legendary oceanographer Sylvia Earle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 29, 2023 • 22min
A powerful new tool for protecting the ocean
Climate influencers Cristina Mittermeier and Paul Nicklen on how social media is inspiring a new generation of ocean protection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 1, 2023 • 17min
Bringing ecosystems back to life
How Tompkins Conservation is rewilding millions of acres and restoring key species in South America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 4, 2023 • 20sec
Season 3 Trailer
Join host Alex Honnold for Season 3 of “Planet Visionaries.” Hear the stories of the explorers, adventurers and scientists solving Earth’s biggest climate challenges in this podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices