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A Voyage to Antarctica

UKAHT
Antarctica
Climate Change
Sea Level Rise
Terra Nova Expedition
Space Exploration
Exploration
Extreme Environments
George Washington Gibbs Jr.
Civil Rights Movement
Mount Erebus
Geology
Killer Whale
Apsley Cherry-Garrard
Captain Scott
Emperor Penguins
Concordia Station
Astronaut Selection Process
Moon
Mars
Rights Of Nature

Journalist and broadcaster Alok Jha talks to leading explorers, scientists, conservationists and artists about Antarctica’s fascinating past, present and future, to discover why the icy continent matters to us all.

Created by the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the first sighting of Antarctica. UKAHT is a charity, championing the public understanding of, and engag... more

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Alok Jha talks to Zaria Forman, an artist who captures the beauty and fragility of Antarctica’s frozen landscapes in breathtaking pastel drawings. 

Zaria travels to remote regions of the world to collect images and inspiration for her work, which is... more

Alok Jha talks to meteorite-hunter Katherine Joy to discover why the icy continent is one of the best places on Earth to find them.

Professor Katherine Joy is a Professor of Lunar and Planetary Sciences at the University of Manchester. She received... more

Alok Jha talks to Robert Macfarlane about the history of Western exploration and Antarctica's place as the last great wilderness on Earth.

Robert Macfarlane’s Sunday Times and New York Times-bestselling books include: Is a River Alive?, Underland, L... more

What if Antarctica had rights and its own voice at the international table? Alok Jha explores that question with Cormac Cullinan, environmental lawyer, author, and advocate for the rights of nature.

Cormac is a director of the Wild Law Institute and... more

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Katherine Joy
Professor of Lunar and Planetary Sciences
University of Manchester
Episode: Meteorite-Hunting in Antarctica
Robert Macfarlane
Writer and author on nature and landscape
Independent author
Episode: Robert Macfarlane
Camilla Nicholl
Chief Executive of the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust
UK Antarctic Heritage Trust
Episode: Robert Macfarlane
Cormac Cullinan
Environmental lawyer, author and advocate for the rights of nature
Wild Law Institute; Cullinan & Associates; Global Alliance for Rights of Nature
Episode: Antarctic Rights
Ann Bancroft
Polar explorer and educator
Ann Bancroft Foundation
Episode: Ann Bancroft: A Polar Legend
Lorraine Kelly
Scottish television presenter, journalist and author
Television presenter and author
Episode: Lorraine Kelly
Meganne Christian
Astronaut and Senior Exploration Manager at the UK Space Agency
UK Space Agency
Episode: White Mars
Henrietta Hammant
Anthropologist specializing in the heroic age of Antarctic exploration and researcher at the Polar Museum in Cambridge
Episode: The Worst Journey in the World
Camilla Nicol
Chief Executive of the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust
UK Antarctic Heritage Trust
Episode: The Worst Journey in the World

Host

Alok Jha
Journalist and broadcaster; host of the series exploring Antarctic science, history, and culture.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 99 ratings
  • Brilliant podcast

    Anyone who cares about climate change should listen to this. Entertaining and enlightening. Who knew there were dinosaurs in Antarctica?!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Explorer manque
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • South Georgia

    I have wanted to visit Antarctica since I was a teenager. Finally retired, I visited Antarctica with Atlas Ocean Voyages in 2022. It was more than I could have hoped for. As soon as I returned home, I began longing, longing to return. I could so identify with the pastry chef! I have booked a trip for this year, and the cruise will include South Georgia. Your podcast featuring pastry chef was simply wonderful. Yes we must protect this magical part of our planet.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mayakittiekat
    United States3 years ago
  • Love this

    What an amazing place and a fascinating podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    honeybea96
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Excellent

    This is a wonderful listen - so insightful and I really recommend it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    the shnuff
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Fantastic podcast

    Really brilliant and unique podcast - can’t wait for season 3!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Titas Oates
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Well-rounded mix of science, history, and human-interest stories
Prepares listeners to engage with Antarctic issues critically
High production quality and thoughtful pacing
Covers climate and exploration with accessible storytelling
Guests bring expert insights and relatable anecdotes

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Robert Macfarlane
Q: Why is Antarctica described as the 'last great wilderness' and what makes it so unique?
The guest explains that Antarctica's remoteness, extreme conditions, and lack of ongoing human modification create a wilderness defined by scale, silence, and pristine landscapes, which contrasts with other wildernesses that have been altered by human activity. He also discusses how this idea is contested by the presence of scientific research and tourism, but emphasizes its ongoing capacity to evoke humility and wonder.
Antarctic Rights
Q: Why does Antarctica matter to you?
It represents an incredibly important and unique community of life whose protection is essential for global climate stability and for the health of the entire planet; protecting it requires rethinking our relationship with nature and our decision-making processes.
Ann Bancroft: A Polar Legend
Q: What kept you going on those long, grueling polar crossings?
A mix of passion for the outdoors, the educational purpose behind my expeditions, and the support from young followers who believed in us and kept reminding us to stay focused and present in the moment.
Ann Bancroft: A Polar Legend
Q: Can you describe what it felt like to join the North Pole expedition as the only woman on a team of eight?
It felt like a rare window of opportunity opened for me to prove that women could contribute just as much as men, and it carried the weight of representing all women to show what was possible.
White Mars
Q: How does your experience in Antarctica prepare you for what you're going to be doing in space?
Meganne highlights that her personal experiences in Antarctica helped her understand the challenges of living in isolated and confined environments, which closely parallel those of space missions.

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Exploration, climate science, and the human story of Antarctica take center stage across episodes. Guests range from astronauts and space researchers to glaciologists, historians, and Antarctic pioneers, offering firsthand accounts of extreme environments, ice dynamics, and the cultural legacies of polar exploration. The show often connects historical expeditions to current research and policy implications, highlighting urgent themes like decarbonization, sea-level rise, and preservation of Antarctic heritage. A distinctive angle is the blend of scientific insight with personal narratives, making complex topics accessible while underscoring the continent's global significance.

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1. Katherine Joy
2. Robert Macfarlane
3. Camilla Nicholl
4. Cormac Cullinan
5. Ann Bancroft
6. Lorraine Kelly
7. Meganne Christian
8. Henrietta Hammant

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