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On this special World Environment Day, Talons of Hope takes flight—soaring into the lives, landscapes, and legacies of those fighting to protect the world’s most awe-inspiring birds of prey. Hosted by raptor biologist and conservationist Munir Virani, this launch episode sets the tone for a podcast rooted in urgency, science, and deep storytelling.

From the Arctic tundra to the tropical forests of the Philippines, Talons of Hope explores how raptors—eagles, falcons, vultures—are not just predators, but sentinels of planetary health. In this opening narrative, Munir shares his own journey with raptors, the challenges they face in a rapidly changing world, and why protecting them is key to preserving entire ecosystems.

More than just a podcast, Talons of Hope is a call to action. Each episode brings listeners face-to-face with the scientists, storytellers, and Indigenous guardians who are giving everything they’ve got to ensure these birds—and the environments they depend on—can thrive.

Launched on World Environment Day, Talons of Hope reminds us: when we save raptors, we protect the skies, the land, and our shared future.