Explore This!, hosted by National Geographic Explorers Cornelius Okello and Gautam Shah, demystifies exploration by focusing on the people behind the work. Through candid conversations, the podcast explores what drives, challenges, and shapes National Geographic Explorers beyond their achievements. Each episode celebrates diverse perspectives across conservation, science, culture, history, innovation, and storytelling—offering a deeply human portrait of exploration that inspires listeners to think, “I could do this too,” and take their own bold first step.
Explore This!
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Explore This!, hosted by National Geographic Explorers Cornelius Okello and Gautam Shah, demystifies exploration by focusing on the people behind the work. Through candid conversations, the podcast explores what drives, challenges, and shapes National Geographic Explorers beyond their achievements. Each episode celebrates diverse perspectives across conservation, science, culture, history, innovation, and storytelling—offering a deeply human portrait of exploration that inspires listeners to think, “I could do this too,” and take their own bold first step.
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2/15/2026
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Recent Episodes
April 16, 2026
Yvette Ehlers-Smith
<p>“Being a nice person is something worth being remembered for.”</p><p>Yvette, a South African conservationist, reflects on her work in grassland conservation and the quieter, less visible impacts that define much of her career. She discusses fieldwork, long-term monitoring, and the personal motivations that sustain her work, as well as how patience and perseverance have shaped her approach over time. Yvette also shares how she defines success and legacy on her own terms, focusing on small wins, personal integrity, and influencing how people think about climate and conservation.</p><p><br></p>
April 9, 2026
Frederick Mugira
<p>“When communities are displaced, they can become enemies of what they once protected.”</p><p>Ugandan journalist and National Geographic Explorer Frederick Mugira shares how growing up with water scarcity shaped his lifelong commitment to environmental journalism. He discusses walking long distances to fetch water as a child, how those experiences influenced his career choices, and why he chose storytelling as his tool for change. Frederick reflects on founding Water Journalists Africa, leading continent-wide collaborations such as InfoNile and the Apes Reporting Project, and using journalism to connect science, policy, and community voices around water, wildlife, and climate change.</p><p><br></p><p>For more information on Water Journalists Africa, click on the link: https://waterjournalistsafrica.com/ </p>
April 2, 2026
Cléa Rekou
<p>“I’m not 50 per cent Algerian and 50 per cent French — I’m 100 per cent of both.”</p><p>Visual storyteller Cléa Rekou reflects on her journey from studying finance and working in tech to becoming a photographer exploring identity, violence, and memory. Born in France to an Algerian father and French mother, Cléa discusses growing up with a complex sense of belonging, her long separation from Algeria due to civil conflict, and the gradual reconnection with her roots. She explains her transition into photography, her evolving ethical approach to storytelling, and her decision to move to Algeria to focus fully on long-term, deeply immersive projects.</p><p><br></p><p>Visit her page for more information on the powerful work she is doing https://clearekhou.com</p>
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