MWF 25: Nate Dappen - Biologist, Photographer & Co-founder of Day's Edge Productions

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MWF 25: Nate Dappen - Biologist, Photographer & Co-founder of Day's Edge Productions

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61 minutes

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Nov 25, 2020

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Nate talks with Jake about grant writing, gear obsession, the importance of insurance and contingency plans, and the need for a healthy balance between filming and family.

Released:

Nov 25, 2020

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Titles in the series (53)

A sneak-peak into the lives of wildlife filmmakers. Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of what it takes to make natural history TV shows and landmark series from the people who make them: producers, cinematographers, TV hosts, editors and more.

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MWF 31: Sophie Darlington - Wildlife Cinematographer & BAFTA Winner: Sophie shares her journey into wildlife filmmaking, the importance of a strong message in her films and diversity in the future of the industry. by Behind the Wild Lens
71 min listen
MWF 03: Roshan Patel - Co-founder of Nestbox Collective: Join Jake Willers as he talks with filmmaker Roshan Patel about his new film Red Wolf Revival. by Behind the Wild Lens
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MWF 01: Rick Rosenthal - Four-time Emmy award-winning filmmaker: Rick's credits include the BBC series Planet Earth, Blue Planet and LIFE by Behind the Wild Lens
59 min listen
MWF 08: Hardy Jones - Filmmaker, Author and Co-Founder of BlueVoice.org: Join Jake Willers as he talks with Filmmaker Hardy Jones about his experiences exposing the dolphin slaughter in Japan. by Behind the Wild Lens
59 min listen
MWF 02 : Matthew Podolsky founder of Wild Lens, Inc: Join Jake Willers as he talks with filmmaker Matt Podolsky of Wild Lens, and host of the Eyes on Conservation podcast. Matt's recent films include Scavenger Hunt and Bluebird Man. by Behind the Wild Lens
44 min listen
MWF 11: Bob Poole - National Geographic Cameraman & Host of Man Among Cheetahs: Jake talks with National Geographic cameraman and host of Man Among Cheetahs, Bob Poole at the Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival 2017 by Behind the Wild Lens
35 min listen
MWF 04: Ali Alvarez - Director, writer and owner of Mariposa Productions.: Join Jake Willers as he talks with filmmaker Ali Alvarez about her new film Muerte Es Vida or Death Is Life. by Behind the Wild Lens
29 min listen
MWF 06: Chris Palmer - IMAX Producer, Author and Distinguished Film Producer in Residence at American University: Join Jake Willers as he talks with IMAX Producer, Author and Distinguished Film Producer in Residence at American University, Chris Palmer. by Behind the Wild Lens
38 min listen
MWF 05: Vanessa Serrao - Producer, Filmmaker and Director of Science and Exploration Media at National Geographic: Join Jake Willers as he talks with the Director of Science and Exploration Media at National Geographic, Vanessa Serrao. by Behind the Wild Lens
36 min listen
MWF 07: Howard & Michele Hall - IMAX 3D Director/Cinematographer and Producer, and owners of Howard Hall Productions: Join Jake Willers as he talks with both IMAX 3D Director and Producer, Howard and Michele Hall. by Behind the Wild Lens
53 min listen
MWF 17: Cody Westheimer - Music Composer at New West Studios: Cody’s passion for nature has helped him to carve out a niche in the natural history genre, working with networks including Discovery, Smithsonian, Netflix, IMAX and many more. by Behind the Wild Lens
57 min listen
MWF 09: Kim Wolhuter - The Maverick Wildlife Filmmaker and the Host of Man, Cheetah, Wild.: Join Jake Willers as he talks with the Maverick Wildlife Filmmaker Kim Wolhuter. by Behind the Wild Lens
58 min listen
MWF 13: Stephanie Arne - Host of Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom, Ambassador for the Planet and Conservationist: Stephanie describes her path to becoming the host of one of the longest running wildlife TV shows in history and how hard work, passion and an adventurous spirit are essential to fulfilling your dreams. by Behind the Wild Lens
46 min listen
MWF 15: Dereck and Beverly Joubert - National Geographic Explorers-in-Residence, Filmmakers and Wildlife Conservationists: Dereck & Beverly describe their lives living together in the wilds of Africa, their conservation achievements and the all to recent buffalo incident. by Behind the Wild Lens
31 min listen
MWF 14: Chris Morgan - Ecologist, Conservationist, Author, Filmmaker, TV Host, Bear & Large Carnivore Nut: Chris Morgan explains his career path and talks about the many adventures with bears that have shaped his life and films working with PBS, BBC, Discovery and National Geographic Television. by Behind the Wild Lens
39 min listen
MWF 16: Alex Jones - Adventurer & Filmmaker Specializing in Macro-Cinematography: Alex's passion for macro-wildlife cinematography is evident as he explains his aspirations as a wildlife filmmaker. by Behind the Wild Lens
37 min listen
MWF 10: Richard & Carol Foster - 28 years filmmaking from their jungle studio in Belize.: 28 years filmmaking from their jungle studio in Belize. by Behind the Wild Lens
46 min listen
MWF 19: Ben Hamilton - Director of Photography & Owner of Pioneer Studios: Ben tells us how he broke into the industry, stories from his latest project filming in the wilds of Alaska, and shares some valuable filmmaking advice. by Behind the Wild Lens
57 min listen
MWF 18: Gaelin Rosenwaks - Marine Scientist, Explorer, Photographer and Filmmaker: Gaelin shares her story of studying as a marine scientist and filming with National Geographic to founding Global Ocean Exploration to share her passion for the ocean, marine conservation and photography. by Behind the Wild Lens
36 min listen
MWF 12: Patrick Dykstra - Adventurer, Filmmaker, Expedition Leader and Lawyer: Inspirational story of how Patrick's passion for the blue whale lead him to become a cinematographer on the BBC's Blue Planet 2. by Behind the Wild Lens
40 min listen
MWF 23: Patricia Fearnley - Head of Natural History Content BBC Worldwide: Patricia discusses working on marketing the landmark series Planet Earth II and Blue Planet II and how marketing strategies are evolving. by Behind the Wild Lens
26 min listen
MWF 20: Dusty Hulet - Director & Producer of Award Winning Film 'Bears of Durango': Dusty explains how he became a wildlife filmmaker, his experience filming in bear dens, and the dreaded burnout and depression that struck during the fundraising and making of his latest film. by Behind the Wild Lens
52 min listen
MWF 22: Judy Lehmberg - Former Biology Teacher Turned Wildlife Filmmaker: Former Biology Teacher Turned Wildlife Filmmaker by Behind the Wild Lens
27 min listen
MWF 34: Casey Anderson - Emmy Nominated Filmmaker, Adventurer, TV Host & Founder of VisionHawk Films: Casey chats about his early years breaking into the industry, his latest film, and the passion that drives him to make wildlife films. by Behind the Wild Lens
61 min listen
MWF 24: Dan O'Neill - Wildlife Filmmaker, Explorer and Field Biologist: Dan discusses his films 'Queen of Birds' and 'To Find a Harpy', his global explorations, the importance of having a management agency, and his Wilderland Film Festival. by Behind the Wild Lens
64 min listen
MWF 21: Stephen Dunleavy - Creative Director at Humble Bee Films: Stephen talks about his start in the industry, his time at the BBC, founding Humble Bee Films and working with Nigel Marven and Sir David Attenborough. by Behind the Wild Lens
40 min listen
MWF 36: Lisa Samford - Executive Director, Jackson Wild: From her beginning as a journalist & graphic designer to her current role as Executive Director of Jackson Wild, Lisa discusses the importance of drive and passion. by Behind the Wild Lens
49 min listen
Andy Casagrande IV - Emmy Winning Filmmaker, Shark Specialist & Family Man: Andy Casagrande IV knows a thing or two about sharks as he spends most of his time underwater with them. Andy's not afraid to give away great advice and inspire a new generation of filmmakers! ______ Are you interested in becoming a wildlife filmmaker... by Behind the Wild Lens
74 min listen
MWF 28: Rob Whitehair - Award Winning Wildlife Filmmaker & Co-Founder of Mammalz: Rob shares his career story, chats about his film Hollywood Fox and explains why his latest ventures, Wild Propaganda and Mammalz, are so important. by Behind the Wild Lens
89 min listen
MWF 29: Ivo Nörenberg - Wildlife Cinematographer Who Proposed The CN20 50-1000mm Lens To Canon: Ivo discusses his journey into wildlife filmmaking as well as how he managed to persuade Canon to build the CN20 lens, now synonymous with wildlife filmmaking. by Behind the Wild Lens
50 min listen

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65 min listen
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61 min listen
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MWF 30: Janet Han Vissering - SVP, Development & Production of Nat Geo Wild: Janet discusses her, not so straight forward, journey into the wildlife filmmaking industry and offers some great insight into Nat Geo Wild's program selection process. by Behind the Wild Lens
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MWF 25: Nate Dappen - Biologist, Photographer & Co-founder of Day's Edge Productions

MWF 25: Nate Dappen - Biologist, Photographer & Co-founder of Day's Edge Productions

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Titles in the series (53)

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