Leaf Architects unveils bats as you’ve never seen them before—tiny, furry, bright-white creatures that transform rainforest leaves into extraordinary living architectural designs. Through the eyes of biologist Bernal Rodríguez, who has dedicated decades to studying these hidden home builders, the film reveals astonishing behaviors captured on camera for the very first time: from delicate construction techniques to the vital role bats play in regenerating tropical forests. Blending breathtaking imagery with a story of passion and discovery, Leaf Architects invites audiences to witness the secret lives of bats and the wonders of nature they sustain. Credits: Project supported by National Geographic Society Leaf Architects Project Team: Dr. Bernal Rodríguez Herrera, Dr. Rodrigo Medellín, Juan Carlos Vargas Mena, Daniela Cafaggi Lemus, Armando Vega, Ana Lucía Arévalo Figueroa, Giulliana Appel, Ragdé Sánchez, Eduardo Martins Venticinque, Emi Kondo and Thomas Poole. A film by: Emi Kondo and Thomas Poole Executive Producers: Dr. Bernal Rodríguez Herrera, Dr. Rodrigo Medellín, Emi Kondo and Thomas Poole. Featuring Dr. Bernal Rodríguez Herrera - Research Center of Biodiversity and Tropical Ecology & Biology School of University of Costa Rica. Narrated by: Dr. Rodrigo Medellín Producer / Director: Emi Kondo Cinematography / Director: Thomas Poole Original Music by: Micaela Carballo Editor: Kim Elizondo Navarro Colorist: Edith Alfaro Sound Design & Sound Mix: Mauricio Mora – Long Beach Records Production Coordinator: Ragdé Sánchez Technical Advisors: Emmanuel Rojas Valerio & Julio Madriz Camera Assistant: Miguel Martinez Second Camera & Infrared: Emi Kondo Camera Assistants - Rio Nuevo: Matteo Clarke & Roman Willi Production Assistants: Débora Díaz, José Gabriel Barquero & Clara Hommers Archive Footage: Bat tent construction Video 1: Dr. Bernal Rodríguez Herrera Video 2: Ricardo Sánchez Video 3: Rachel Salazar Photos: Armando Vega Instrument Interpreters: Kalimba: Micaela Carballo Marimba: Angel Velez Graphics & Animations: Emi Kondo English Translations: Emi Kondo & Thomas Poole Special Thanks: Débora Díaz and Ricardo Sánchez Reserva Biológica La Tirimbina: Presidente y Gerente General: Pedro González Investigación: Emanuel Rojas, Mariela García y Enrique Solano. Estación Caño Palma: Station Manager: Charlotte Foale Field Coordinator: Manuel Arias, Veragua Foundation: Research: Diego Salas Estación Biológica La Selva: Sofía Rodríguez Orlando Vargas Enrique Castro Rio Nuevo Biological Reserve: Jim Córdoba Botanica Films Copyright © 2025.

Yale Princeton Glee Concert 11/09/24 Woolsey Hall, New Haven Music by Micaela Carballo Poem by Sabrina Odoguardio Yale Glee Club Choir Conducted by Jeffrey Douma

Suite del Documental Jaguar Spirit dirigido por Emi Kondo. Música original: MICAELA CARBALLO Interpretado por la Orquesta Sinfónica Nacional de Costa Rica (2024) Director: Angel Velez Narradora: Emi Kondo En el Teatro Melico Salazar, Costa Rica