GrizzCast

Produced, Written & Edited By: Lindsay Marie Stewart

Near Grizzly Bear Foundation headquarters on the Pacific coast of British Columbia, we meet with veterinarian, former Zoo Director, and scientist Ken Macquisten. Nicholas and Ken meld the past with the present in a “through the lens” approach to wildlife conservation. With a shared hope for flourishing biodiversity, the two acknowledge controversy in the battle to protect the iconic grizzly bear. Listen in for special stories about unique bear characteristics and creative ideas to help build a healthy future alongside grizzlies.

Produced, Written & Edited By: Lindsay Marie Stewart

Join us as we adventure into an ancient temperate old-growth forest with Julius Strauss, a former war correspondent, wilderness guide and activist. In a new world where grizzly bears are no longer hunted for their hide, paws, teeth or head, we discuss a monumental policy that could be overturned at any time. A new way of life that has emerged in the last few years for both bears and humans weave throughout the conversation, as hunters, fishers and foragers find a common ground.

Produced, Written & Edited By: Lindsay Marie Stewart

This is a story about the life and death of a young grizzly bear in the Broughton Archipelago, British Columbia’s largest marine park. During one of the most impactful global events in recent history, a physically-distanced world saw a joint effort by First Nations, the Grizzly Bear Foundation and the provincial government to save a wayward male grizzly: Mali. Mike Willie of the Kwikwasutinuxw/Haxwa’mis First Nation and owner/lead guide of Sea Wolf Adventures considers how Indigenous governance can lead to more effective conservation and help strengthen our connection to each other and to the natural world.

Produced, Written & Edited By: Lindsay Marie Stewart

It’s time to travel to the northern boundary of the Arctic Circle to meet with bear specialist and wildlife photographer Phil Timpany. After years in the trophy hunting business, Phil has redefined his relationship with grizzly bears, honouring their forgiveness and dedicating his life to their well-being. Dubbed the “bear whisperer of North Yukon”, Phil shares how his work as a bear guide is connected to helping preserve an entire ecosystem - from the rivers and spawning salmon to Indigenous communities and beyond.

Produced, Written & Edited By: Lindsay Marie Stewart

Join Grizzly Bear Foundation’s Executive Director, Nicholas Scapillati, on a journey through some of the most famous grizzly country in the world with naturalist, author and Vietnam veteran Doug Peacock. Much as the flow of the current pulls a canoe down the river, we hear how the call of the wilderness pulled this icon of conservation toward the grizzly bear, restoring the soul of a war-ravaged soldier. Now a grandfather, Doug explores the future of the grizzly and the importance of the greater Yellowstone ecosystem for these soul-saving bears.