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EPISODE · Apr 25, 2026 · 1H 5M

Why the Deep Sea is More Important Than Space | Natural World Facts: Leo Richards | #2286

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In this episode, Rogier van Bemmel sits down with marine biologist and filmmaker Leo Richards, the creative force behind the renowned YouTube channel Natural World Facts.Together, they dive into the mysterious world of the deep sea—from the fascinating Greenland shark that can live for centuries to the ocean’s critical role as a carbon sink for our planet. Leo shares his unique vision on merging rigorous science with poetic wonder and discusses why we are at risk of losing the connection to our own natural landscapes. A profound conversation about the beauty of decay, the importance of rewilding, and the necessity of looking at the world around us with a sense of rapturous awe.Koop nu je kaartjes voor de Theater Tour! ⭐7 mei: Op Hodenpijl, Schipluiden met Kees de Kort: https://ophodenpijl.nl/evenement/nieuwe-wereld-kees-de-kort/?occurrence=2026-05-0719 mei: Grote Kerk Alkmaar met Maurice de Hond: https://grotekerkalkmaar.nl/tickets/seizoen-25-26/de-nieuwe-wereld-ondergang-van-het-avondland/?showId=3878151937-177159177816 juni: De Maagd, Bergen op Zoom: Willem Middelkoop: https://www.demaagd.nl/agenda/ondergang-van-het-avondland-de-nieuwe-wereld-4xn6Bronnen en links bij deze uitzending: Leo: https://www.naturalworldfacts.com/about

In this episode, Rogier van Bemmel sits down with marine biologist and filmmaker Leo Richards, the creative force behind the renowned YouTube channel Natural World Facts.Together, they dive into the mysterious world of the deep sea—from the fascinating Greenland shark that can live for centuries to the ocean’s critical role as a carbon sink for our planet. Leo shares his unique vision on merging rigorous science with poetic wonder and discusses why we are at risk of losing the connection to our own natural landscapes. A profound conversation about the beauty of decay, the importance of rewilding, and the necessity of looking at the world around us with a sense of rapturous awe.Koop nu je kaartjes voor de Theater Tour! ⭐7 mei: Op Hodenpijl, Schipluiden met Kees de Kort: https://ophodenpijl.nl/evenement/nieuwe-wereld-kees-de-kort/?occurrence=2026-05-0719 mei: Grote Kerk Alkmaar met Maurice de Hond: https://grotekerkalkmaar.nl/tickets/seizoen-25-26/de-nieuwe-wereld-ondergang-van-het-avondland/?showId=3878151937-177159177816 juni: De Maagd, Bergen op Zoom: Willem Middelkoop: https://www.demaagd.nl/agenda/ondergang-van-het-avondland-de-nieuwe-wereld-4xn6Bronnen en links bij deze uitzending: Leo: https://www.naturalworldfacts.com/about

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