Join host Maureen as she welcomes Gordon Hempton, an esteemed acoustic ecologist known for capturing the earth's rarest soundscapes. In this episode, Gordon shares his life's work and insights into the interconnectedness of humans and nature. From the spiritual crisis we face to the significance of faint sounds in ecological balance, this conversation spans the realms of sound, sensory perception, and deep appreciation for the natural world. Highlights include Gordon's transformative journey around the globe, the importance of quiet places like the Zabalo River Wilderness Quiet Park, and the role of nature in shaping our true beliefs and well-being. Tune in to explore how reconnecting with nature can lead to a more prosperous and fulfilling life.
00:58 Meet Gordon Hempton: Acoustic Ecologist
01:36 The Importance of Nature Connection
04:35 Relaxation and the Gift of Breath
07:59 The Role of Sound in Our Lives
08:31 Historical Impact of the Industrial Revolution on Sensory Balance
13:58 Rediscovering Sensory Balance in Nature
26:46 Gordon's Epiphany and the Global Concert
31:45 The Transformative Power of Nature
42:15 Gordon's 3 Steps to Living a Successful Life
About Gordon Hempton -
Acoustic ecologist Gordon Hempton has circled the globe three times in pursuit of the Earth’s rarest sounds. His sound portraits which record quickly vanishing natural soundscapes have been featured in People magazine and a national PBS television documentary, Vanishing Dawn Chorus, which earned him an Emmy. Hempton provides professional audio services to media producers, including Microsoft, Smithsonian, National Geographic and Discovery Channel. Recipient of awards from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Rolex Awards for Enterprise he is co-author of One Square Inch of Silence: One Man’s Quest to Preserve Quiet (Free Press/Simon & Schuster, 2010) and Founding Partner of Quiet Parks International. Gordon Hempton speaks widely about the importance of listening.
Gordon’s website – www.soundtracker.com
Listen to his amazing MP3’s on recorded sounds of nature - https://soundtracker.com/shop/
Zabalo River Wilderness Quiet Park – https://www.quietparks.org/zabalo-river-ecuad
About Maureen Calamia
Maureen Calamia has been a seeker all her life, tapping into the magic of nature, dreams, and consciousness to unearth truths of our ancient connection to heaven and earth. A teacher, author, and podcaster, she shares stories of greater meaning, purpose, and resonance with all of nature’s beings. Founded the Luminous Spaces School with online courses in feng shui, earth energy healing, biophilic design, and nature spirituality. Maureen offers private mentoring to those seeking self-discovery support. Her newest book, The Enchanted Earth: Embracing the Power of Nature to Discover the Wild in You (Mango, 2024), is available wherever online books are sold.
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BOOK - The Enchanted Earth: Embracing the Power of Nature to Discover the Wild in You: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-enchanted-earth-maureen-calamia/21477870?ean=9781684816859
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