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In this episode, we sit down with Amy Toensing, a visual journalist whose powerful storytelling spans cultures, continents, and causes. A regular contributor to National Geographic magazine for over 20 years, Toensing has dedicated her career to documenting the human experience with sensitivity and depth. From capturing the connection between indigenous communities and their land to highlighting the impact of drought in Australia and exploring social rights for women in Uganda and India, her work shines a light on the often-overlooked.
Toensing’s recent stories for National Geographic focus on the human relationship to conservation efforts in the United States, including a re-wilding project in Montana, genetic manipulation to restore the American Chestnut Tree, and the creation of a 740-mile paddling path from New York to Maine. Beyond her photographic work, Toensing has co-directed two short documentaries and continues to mentor the next generation of visual storytellers.
A recipient of the Mike Wallace Fellowship in Investigative Reporting, Toensing’s photography has been exhibited globally and recognized with numerous awards, including two solo exhibits at the prestigious Visa Pour L’image festival. Her work has been featured in publications like Smithsonian, The Boston Globe, and Time Magazine.
Join us as we explore Amy’s incredible journey, from her beginnings as a newspaper photographer to becoming a National Geographic Explorer and advocate for storytelling through photography and film.
To check out all of Amy's incredible work go here:
TOENSING | Visual Journalist (amytoensing.com)
Her Instagram:
Amy Toensing (@amytoensing) • Instagram photos and videos
