On May 8th 2016 David Attenborough celebrated his 90th birthday. A pioneer and legend in science communication, he has helped bring the wonder of nature to millions with his dulcet tones and spectacular documentaries, and he has no doubt inspired many science educationalists. We salute him and wish him continued good health.
During the meeting, the two men discussed the future of the planet, their passion for nature and what can be done to protect it. Excerpts can be viewed below. The interview was recorded in May on Sir David’s 89th birthday. In the UK it will be broadcast as a special programme on BBC One at 10.30pm this Sunday 28th June.
According to the White House, President Obama grew up watching Sir David Attenborough’s films and has long been a huge admirer of his work. He wanted to meet Sir David to talk to him about climate change and its effect on the environment, and to ask his thoughts on the most critical issues threatening our planet. In 60 years exploring the globe, Sir David has witnessed the changing natural world first-hand. During the unique exchange, the President talks about his initiatives for tackling climate change and addressing environmental issues among other things.
The BBC will mark David Attenborough’s upcoming 90th birthday with a special show during the Christmas. His new series is on the Great Barrier Reef.
Frozen Planet – one of the BBC’s landmark nature programmes, has transported millions of viewers to the icy Arctic and Antarctic with its spectacular cinematography. The dolce tones of David Attenborough has sparked a new love of the world’s little-explored polar regions. What a wonderful man!
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