What Bigfoot can teach us about curiosity | Ranae Holland | TEDxSeattle

Описание: Ranae Holland is a research biologist who spends much of her time trekking through forests with a camera crew, looking for evidence of a big furry man-ape. As a cohost of the Animal Planet television show Finding Bigfoot, she draws on her scientific skills to sift through evidence and testimony of the illusive legend. In this funny and personal talk, she shares why both a strong sense of curiosity and patient listening has helped her bridge the divide between those who believe and those who don’t, and argues that nurturing curiosity might be the best way to engage people in the joys of science and exploration. Even if that curiosity is about something as far fetched and elusive as Bigfoot.

Research Biologist Ranae Holland was first introduced to the Bigfoot craze in the 1970’s by her father. In 2011, after years of work as a field biologist, Ranae became a co-host of the Animal Planet show “Finding Bigfoot”. For over a decade, Ranae conducted fisheries research throughout the Pacific Northwest and Alaska. She received her degree from the School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences at the University of Washington, where she was selected for the distinguished Alaska Salmon Program.

Along with her television schedule, Ranae continues her efforts as a dedicated field biologist. She regularly collaborates with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), as well as other public and private entities in the field of restoration ecology. In keeping with her enjoyment of the outdoors, Ranae spends her free time fly fishing, hiking, camping, and kayaking. She also enjoys teaching and lecturing to students about conservation, critical thinking, and science.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx