A podcast by two animal enthusiasts who are equally enthused by drinking. It’s wildlife with a tipsy twist!
While on a first date, video producer Ashley Holmes realized her go-to conversation starters always involve animal facts. This sparked an idea…
Why not combine her love of wildlife with her love of wine? She asked friend and fellow environmentalist Maggie Dewane if she’d be interested in co-hosting a podcast in which they got drunk while talking about animals. The response was a resounding, ‘Absolutely!’
Every episode of The Watering Hole features two new animals that Ashley and Maggie have researched independently. Prior to recording, they begin drinking. The girls then attempt to recount what they’ve learned while under the influence. In a ridiculous and roaring good time, the girls enthusiastically share info about the amazing and awesome creatures found around the world.
The Watering Hole has become a favorite podcast of their friends and family, and it’s time to share their passion with the rest of the world. So grab a beer, get excited, and learn about basic biology, environmental threats, and what people are doing about it!
About Ashley
Ashley Holmes is a video producer specializing in bringing together wildlife, education, and the environment. Usually with a little bit of humor. Previous projects include documenting the population status and conservation efforts of Cook Inlet beluga whales, the importance of protecting the Peruvian rainforests, and the many sides of bird conservation.
During the day she works as an Associate Producer on educational video content for middle school students at National Geographic Society and at night she hosts Nat Geo Nights, a monthly happy hour event. Even later at night she co-hosts The Watering Hole, a podcast devoted to sharing her love of wildlife, conservation, and wine.
About Maggie
Maggie Dewane is an environmentalist and writer who has traveled to all seven continents seeking stories of climate change, conservation, and how both are impacting people. In 2017, she traveled to Antarctica and produced a short film, In Search of the Adelie Penguin, which has received accolades from the International Shorts Film Fest (Australia), Environmental Film Festival in the Nation’s Capital (USA), and Blooming Tales Film Festival (India).
She provides articles and lectures on climate change and has been recognized by the National Press Club, Audubon Society, and featured in the Huffington Post’s docu-series “End of the Earth.”
Previously, she managed communications at international environmental nonprofits, the Marine Stewardship Council and Environmental Investigation Agency. Prior to that Maggie worked at the White House Council on Environmental Quality and United States Senate. She has a masters degree in environmental science and policy from Columbia University and bachelors degree in Diplomacy and International Relations from Seton Hall University.