172. Mexico’s Whales are Winning as Everyday Heroes Work Together with Katherina Audley

Katherina Audley is a National Geographic Explorer and whale researcher who has found a way to build community and restore the natural world in unique ways. She has helped a small village in Mexico come together to support the rare ecosystems that surround them, building a prosperous future for everyone—and their community’s decisions are affecting things 200 miles away, and beyond! Chapters 00:00 – Intro & Welcome 04:18 – Discovering a Passion for Whales 11:11 – Building Eco-Tourism and Community Engagement 12:03 – The Importance of Education and Youth Engagement 17:14 – Achieving Significant Environmental and Social Impact 28:25 – Break 31:04 – Catarina's Eclectic Background 45:16 – The Power of Whales as Good News Stories 52:57 – All Change is Local: The Importance of Community Engagement 59:24 – How You Can Get Involved and Help 1:06:31 – Closing