Best The Washington Post Creative Group Podcasts (2025)

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The climber who conquered the world’s toughest peaks — without extra oxygen 30:18

5M ago30:18

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From Everest to Annapurna, Ed Viesturs has summited the world’s highest mountains without supplemental oxygen. Now he joins Alex Honnold for a conversation about the meaning of climbing in the face of climate change.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Steve Boyes returns to tell how he’s finding hope on the rivers of Africa 11:48

6M ago11:48

11:48

The Great Spine of Africa expeditions are an unprecedented survey of Africa’s rivers. Biologist Steve Boyes and his team are paddling 40,000 kilometers in dugout canoes to gather groundbreaking data on some of the world’s least-explored waterways.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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What one explorer has learned in a lifetime on the poles 26:06

7M ago26:06

26:06

The first woman to solo ski across Antarctica, Felicity Aston knows better than anyone how to survive on the ice. Now she tells Alex Honnold how her latest expedition unlocked new truths about climate change in the Arctic.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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To save the Amazon, an explorer studies dolphins 23:57

7M ago23:57

23:57

The Amazon is the world’s strongest barrier against climate change — and few of its creatures are more important than the beautiful pink river dolphin. 2024 Rolex National Geographic Explorer of the Year Fernando Trujillo joins Alex Honnold to discuss a lifetime protecting this vital mammal.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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The secrets of a uniquely vibrant reef 18:32

8M ago18:32

18:32

Marine biologist Ben Fitzpatrick has spent decades protecting the coastlines and coral reefs of Western Australia. Today he joins Alex Honnold to talk about his ongoing work to conserve one of the ocean’s most precious habitats.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Conservationists return with a message of hope 12:02

9M ago12:02

12:02

Wildlife photographers Cristina Mittermeier and Paul Nicklen tell Alex Honnold how they’re using storytelling to inspire a new generation of conservationists.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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To ease thirst, she pulls water from the air 17:13

9M ago17:13

17:13

When her country was stricken by drought, Kenyan entrepreneur Beth Koigi developed a machine that uses condensation to produce water. She tells Alex Honnold how this technology can reduce water scarcity around the globe.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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“Her Deepness” returns to discuss the future of the sea 11:41

10M ago11:41

11:41

Since she last spoke to Alex Honnold in 2021, legendary explorer Sylvia Earle has made great progress in her efforts to protect 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030. Now she’s back to explain how Mission Blue’s Hope Spots provide safe haven for sea creatures worldwide.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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To preserve the Andes, he’s planted millions of trees 18:32

10M ago18:32

18:32

Biologist Constantino Aucca Chutas has spent two decades coordinating a continent-wide tree planting effort in South America. He joins Alex Honnold to explain how he’s preserving this magnificent landscape using one very special tree.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Using tradition to make clothing sustainably 21:08

11M ago21:08

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Fashion touches every person on Earth. Denica Riadini-Flesch, an Indonesian entrepreneur, tells Alex Honnold how she’s reimagining it as a force for good.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Season 4 Trailer 1:15

12M ago1:15

1:15

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.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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How protecting bats protects the planet (and us) 25:29

1+ y ago25:29

25:29

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.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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A promising new discovery in the Amazon 22:49

1+ y ago22:49

22:49

A never-before-documented ecosystem in the Amazon coastal area could present new solutions for climate resilience. Explorer Angelo Bernardino explains why.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Finding life under Arctic ice 25:16

1+ y ago25:16

25:16

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.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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What ice might reveal about our climate future 21:27

1+ y ago21:27

21:27

A daring expedition to extract a record-breaking ice core could help us prepare for future climate transitions. Hear from the scientist who led the project.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Why the Mediterranean needs more protection 27:05

1+ y ago27:05

27:05

Alex Honnold meets two scientists using new technologies to protect the Mediterreanean’s marine life.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Live episode: Revolutionizing how we preserve the world underwater 41:08

2y ago41:08

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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.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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A powerful new tool for protecting the ocean 21:52

2y ago21:52

21:52

Climate influencers Cristina Mittermeier and Paul Nicklen on how social media is inspiring a new generation of ocean protection.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Bringing ecosystems back to life 17:02

2y ago17:02

17:02

How Tompkins Conservation is rewilding millions of acres and restoring key species in South America.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Season 3 Trailer 0:21

2y ago0:21

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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.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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A new key to climate resilience 19:21

2y ago19:21

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Meet the biologist canoeing 40,000km of Africa’s under-researched rivers to solve water and food security concerns for millions.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Putting Indigenous expertise on the map 24:58

2+ y ago24:58

24:58

Mapping Indigenous knowledge could help a nation adapt to climate change. Geographer and climate action advocate Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim explains how.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Engineering an end to ‘hidden hunger’ 16:42

2+ y ago16:42

16:42

Malnutrition is a global problem with global consequences. Could this machine fix it?By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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The small town taking on climate change 17:03

2+ y ago17:03

17:03

High in the Himalaya, a tiny community is testing a new conservation model that could have far-reaching effects.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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What are ‘deep' reefs’? 20:14

2+ y ago20:14

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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.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Exploring Earth’s underground secrets 19:50

3y ago19:50

19:50

Two scientists are searching the world’s most remote caves for clues to our climate’s past — and future.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Diving to Chile’s hidden depths 20:48

3y ago20:48

20:48

A daring diver discovers new life — and a unique ecosystem — in Patagonia’s remote fjords.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Meet Africa’s “Father of Turtles” 20:29

3y ago20:29

20:29

Trailblazing conservationist Tomas Diagne on why protecting turtles protects the planet.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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How one man is saving hundreds of species 22:23

3y ago22:23

22:23

Meet Rohan Pethiyagoda, the pioneering naturalist reclaiming Sri Lanka’s mysterious cloud forests.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Two pioneers talk bold new solutions to wildlife conservation 26:22

3y ago26:22

26:22

These legendary conservationists champion innovative new solutions for protecting threatened species.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Season 2 Trailer 1:12

3y ago1:12

1:12

Join Alex Honnold for season 2 of Planet Visionaries, featuring more incredible individuals helping to solve global conservation issues.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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The scientist turning plastics into possibility 19:26

3+ y ago19:26

19:26

Scientist Miranda Wang is using innovative chemistry to upcycle discarded plastics.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Using sound technology to protect the rainforest 20:13

3+ y ago20:13

20:13

Technologist Topher White is using audio in new ways to help find and stop deforestation.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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A glaciologist's unexpected discovery 19:32

3+ y ago19:32

19:32

Glaciologist Joseph Cook discovered an unusual contributor to sea level rise.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Peru's protector of the seas 23:41

3+ y ago23:41

23:41

Inside conservation biologist Kerstin Forsberg’s community-based approach to saving the majestic manta ray.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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The man who predicts eruptions 19:35

3+ y ago19:35

19:35

Andrew McGonigle has leveraged digital technology in an effort to better forecast volcanic activity, learn about the planet and save lives.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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The penguin protector 26:34

4y ago26:34

26:34

Pablo García Borboroglu blends direct action, research, advocacy and education to safeguard penguins.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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The ocean explorer turned environmentalist 24:50

4y ago24:50

24:50

Meet Sylvia Earle, a legendary explorer, oceanographer and Rolex Testimonee, who has dedicated her life to protecting marine habitats.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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Planet Visionaries Trailer 1:01

4y ago1:01

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A sneak peek at Planet Visionaries, the groundbreaking podcast that spotlights the people who are at the forefront of the quest to keep the planet perpetual.By Rolex and The Washington Post Creative Group

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