Reflections on Interpretation: Talking Story with Guides and Interpreters

Tim Merriman talks story with heritage interpretation professionals from all over the world. In his 50+ year career as a heritage interpreter, Tim has been a park ranger, nature center director, and national recreation area research manager. From 1995 to 2012, he was Executive Director of National Association for Interpretation, the professional organization for guides and interpreters in the United States. He has been a motivational speaker, trainer, and planner in 26 countries and all 50 states in the US, sharing his love for communicating with the public about valued places, people and stories in natural and cultural heritage settings.

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Episodes

Friday Apr 14, 2023

Paul Caputo Talking Story

Friday Apr 14, 2023

Tim Merriman, former Executive Director of National Association for Interpretation (NAI) is talking story with Paul Caputo, the newly appointed Executive Director of NAI. Tim hired Paul in 2002 as a Graphics Designer but Paul has thoughtfully grown into greater responsibilities and now manages the staff of 9 and services for more than 6,500 members. Their conversation covers their history and expectations for the future.

Friday Apr 07, 2023

Dr. Sam Ham Talking Story

Friday Apr 07, 2023

Dr. Sam Ham has trained and assisted guides and interpreters in more than 60 nations around the world. This conversation shares his continuing work as Professor Emeritus at University of Idaho, his station for more than 35 years as a professor and former director of the Center for International Training and Outreach.

Reflections on Interpretation - Tim Merriman Hosts

Interpretation is a profession arising from efforts by US National Park Service and other agencies to help their audiences connect with nature, cultural stories and unique events. His podcast brings a world-wide network of colleagues and friends to share their personal stories of working in this ancient profession for indeed, there have always been elders of the tribe sharing their love for the world. The people he interviews are tour guides, park rangers, zoo and museum educators, docents, managers, and communication entrepreneurs.