# Why the Deep Sea is More Important Than Space | Natural World Facts: Leo Richards | #2286

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Podcast: [De Nieuwe Wereld](https://stenobird.com/podcast/de-nieuwe-wereld-723065)
Published: 2026-04-25T13:00:01+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/de-nieuwe-wereld/episodes/Why-the-Deep-Sea-is-More-Important-Than-Space--Natural-World-Facts-Leo-Richards--2286-e3ieufj
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Duration seconds: 3936

## Resource

In this episode, Rogier van Bemmel sits down with marine biologist and filmmaker Leo Richards, the creative force behind the renowned YouTube channel Natural World Facts.Together, they dive into the mysterious world of the deep sea—from the fascinating Greenland shark that can live for centuries to the ocean’s critical role as a carbon sink for our planet. Leo shares his unique vision on merging rigorous science with poetic wonder and discusses why we are at risk of losing the connection to our own natural landscapes. A profound conversation about the beauty of decay, the importance of rewilding, and the necessity of looking at the world around us with a sense of rapturous awe. Koop nu je kaartjes voor de Theater Tour! ⭐7 mei: Op Hodenpijl, Schipluiden met Kees de Kort: https://ophodenpijl.nl/evenement/nieuwe-wereld-kees-de-kort/?occurrence=2026-05-07 19 mei: Grote Kerk Alkmaar met Maurice de Hond: https://grotekerkalkmaar.nl/tickets/seizoen-25-26/de-nieuwe-wereld-ondergang-van-het-avondland/?showId=3878151937-1771591778 16 juni: De Maagd, Bergen op Zoom: Willem Middelkoop: https://www.demaagd.nl/agenda/ondergang-van-het-avondland-de-nieuwe-wereld-4xn6 Bronnen en links bij deze uitzending: Leo: https://www.naturalworldfacts.com/about

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