Rodrigo Salles: Building Trust and Cultivating Relationships

Rodrigo Salles is the co-owner of Untamed Angling. He is an expert in fly fishing in the Amazon, developing sustainable tourism partnerships with indigenous communities there. In this episode, you will hear Emily and Dave discuss Rodrigo's early experiences fly fishing in Brazil, the founding of Untamed Angling to promote ecotourism while protecting native lands and cultures, and the process of building trust over many years to create successful community partnerships. Rodrigo emphasizes the importance of respecting native ways of life and involving communities in decision making. He also works to correct misconceptions about the Amazon and expand tourism beyond just fishing through activities like birdwatching and hiking. The goal is to preserve the jungle and indigenous knowledge while providing economic opportunities for locals to stay on their ancestral lands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices