Planet Visionaries – SEASON 5
A podcast in partnership with The Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative
For generations, Rolex has supported pioneers who push the boundaries of human endeavour. Today, that legacy continues with a commitment to a new kind of exploration: safeguarding our planet’s future.
In partnership with the Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative, Planet Visionaries is the landmark series hosted by world-renowned climber and founder of the Honnold Foundation, Alex Honnold. This isn’t a podcast about problems; it’s a podcast about solutions.
From rewilding entire landscapes to turning the tide on ocean pollution, we highlight the work of those who are reshaping what’s possible. Featuring intimate conversations with world-renowned figures like Cristina Mittermeier, Mark Ruffalo, Sylvia Earle, and Kris Tompkins, Planet Visionaries is an inspiring testament to human ingenuity in the face of immense challenges.
Join us to hear how a new generation of visionaries is building a healthier, more sustainable world for us all.
Planet Visionaries is a podcast in partnership with the Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative, and a Sony Music Podcasts production.
In partnership with the Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative, Planet Visionaries is the landmark series hosted by world-renowned climber and founder of the Honnold Foundation, Alex Honnold. This isn’t a podcast about problems; it’s a podcast about solutions.
From rewilding entire landscapes to turning the tide on ocean pollution, we highlight the work of those who are reshaping what’s possible. Featuring intimate conversations with world-renowned figures like Cristina Mittermeier, Mark Ruffalo, Sylvia Earle, and Kris Tompkins, Planet Visionaries is an inspiring testament to human ingenuity in the face of immense challenges.
Join us to hear how a new generation of visionaries is building a healthier, more sustainable world for us all.
Planet Visionaries is a podcast in partnership with the Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative, and a Sony Music Podcasts production.
Episodes
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May 4, 2023 • 20min
A new key to climate resilience
Biologist canoeing 40,000km of Africa’s rivers to address water and food security. Discusses collaborative conservation with local communities, empowering them to protect rivers. Explores dangers and traditional knowledge on river expeditions. Role of Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative in supporting conservation efforts.
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
Dec 7, 2022 • 25min
Putting Indigenous expertise on the map
Mapping Indigenous knowledge could help a nation adapt to climate change. Geographer and climate action advocate Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim explains how. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 9, 2022 • 17min
Engineering an end to ‘hidden hunger’
Malnutrition is a global problem with global consequences. Could this machine fix it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 19, 2022 • 17min
The small town taking on climate change
High in the Himalaya, a tiny community is testing a new conservation model that could have far-reaching effects.
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Sep 12, 2022 • 20min
What are ‘deep' reefs’?
The ocean’s murky and difficult-to-reach “middle light” zone is teeming with undiscovered species. Meet the man on a mission to find them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 12, 2022 • 20min
Exploring Earth’s underground secrets
Two scientists are searching the world’s most remote caves for clues to our climate’s past — and future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 14, 2022 • 21min
Diving to Chile’s hidden depths
A daring diver discovers new life — and a unique ecosystem — in Patagonia’s remote fjords. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 24, 2022 • 20min
Meet Africa’s “Father of Turtles”
Trailblazing conservationist Tomas Diagne on why protecting turtles protects the planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 27, 2022 • 22min
How one man is saving hundreds of species
Meet Rohan Pethiyagoda, the pioneering naturalist reclaiming Sri Lanka’s mysterious cloud forests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
