"What we need now more than ever is survival of the kindest, the stories of interconnections of generations of nurturing, a more feminine and less macho view of nature," says Louie Schwartzberg in this inaugural episode of the Wonder and Awe podcast.

In each episode, Louie hosts a conversation that explores the intersection of art and science. 

Celebrating the Apple TV release of Louie's Fantastic Fungi film, this first episode features legendary mycologist Paul Stamets, who shares the mind-expanding revelations of new discoveries in the field and his vision for a better future. 

He's joined by Merlin Sheldrake, the young artist and biologist who is the celebrated author of Entangled Life.

Louie Schwartzberg shares the inspiration behind his new podcast series Wonder and Awe.

Louie's desire is to awaken listeners to the natural wonders of our world. Engage in conversations about the natural, featuring one guest from the realm of art and one from the field of science.

"Wonder is the spark and muse that triggers curiosity to explore both inner and outer worlds, and how they are interconnected. My greatest hope is that we can reawaken our personal and global sense of wonder and awe. That emotion is the foundation and the genesis of love, and will guide us into a brighter future." - Louie Schwartzberg