S10·E18 Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai
Synopsis
Everyone has seen a nature documentary with a ferocious kill on the Serengeti Plain. Well, here’s a different story about villagers navigating the dangers and costs of living with wildlife. After a century of “white man’s conservation,” the Maasai of Kenya and Namibia’s Himba people are vying to share a piece of the eco-tourism pie. But can they fulfill the expectations of Westerners without abandoning their native culture?
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When did Season 10 Episode 18 of Independent Lens air?
Season 10, Episode 18 ('Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai') originally aired on April 14, 2009.
How long is Season 10 Episode 18 ('Taking Root: The Vision of Wangari Maathai')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 60 minutes.
What happens in Independent Lens Season 10 Episode 18?
Everyone has seen a nature documentary with a ferocious kill on the Serengeti Plain. Well, here’s a different story about villagers navigating the dangers and costs of living with wildlife. After a century of “white man’s conservation,” the Maasai of Kenya and Namibia’s Himba people are vying to sha...
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