269: Why We Need to Protect Our Last Remaining Wilderness
“I'm really curious about the human creature. I think somehow it's not clear to me what we're really made of, and that has become evident by the way we face this terminal question of the world: climate change.” — Doug Peacock
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Doug Peacock is a Vietnam veteran, author, filmmaker, and naturalist – and none of those words do him justice. He is a relentless protector of our physical wilderness and its creatures.
Here’s a link to the full bio of an extraordinary individual. https://dougpeacock.net/biography
Summary
Doug Peacock's lifelong fight for American wilderness and grizzly bears began after witnessing the devastating impact of industrialization in the West. He emphasized preserving wilderness for human evolution and consciousness, discussing climate change threats, and advocating for protecting grizzlies from trophy hunting while recognizing the positive impact of wolves on the environment and expressing concern for future generations amidst climate change.
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Hal Herring interview on Getting Unstuck
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