#189 | Saving Snow Leopards: From Conflict to Coexistence with Tshiring Lama
Description
Join Brooke for a journey to Nepal's remote Dolpo region, where conservationist Tshiring Lhamu Lama is revolutionizing snow leopard conservation. From witnessing cubs being harmed during her research to founding the women-led Snow Leopard Journey, Tshiring shares her inspiring story of transforming human-wildlife conflict into sustainable coexistence. Discover how she's empowering local communities through innovative tourism, training youth as wildlife guides, and proving that protecting these ethereal cats can create opportunities rather than obstacles. This episode offers a powerful glimpse into the future of conservation, where ancient traditions meet modern solutions, and where saving a species means uplifting the communities who share its home.
00:00 Introduction
00:40 Meet Tshiring Lama: A Conservation Pioneer
02:43 From Childhood to Conservationist
08:31 The Impact of Caterpillar Fungus Harvesting
15:25 Challenges and Solutions in Snow Leopard Conservation
21:31 Innovative Approaches to Coexistence
27:49 Starting Snow Leopard Treks
28:19 Convincing the Community
29:00 Learning from Ladakh
30:19 Training Local Youth
32:51 Challenges and Strategies
34:47 Snow Leopard Tourism Impact
36:36 Upcoming Film: Snow Leopard Sisters
39:16 Personal Struggles and Triumphs
42:22 Balancing Motherhood and Conservation
47:26 Final Thoughts and Message
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Recording gear provided by Mojave and Focusrite.
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