The lessons from remote people were eye-opening then..now they are vital

LIVING among isolated tribes almost 20 years ago, Bruce Parry revealed what they could teach us about our own world.

- NICOLA METHVEN

Now back with his award-winning BBC series Tribe, the message he brings this time is even more critical.

The adventurer believes the knowledge held by these tribes is needed more than ever as increasing threats, caused largely by climate change, put their ancient way of life at risk.

Bruce, a former Royal Marine, 55, said: "It's been 20 years since Tribe first aired.

"Living with people who experience the world in such profoundly different ways was eye-opening then but today it feels vital. I believe we have so much to learn from those who still live in deep connection with the world around them.

"It feels a huge privilege that the BBC has allowed me to explore these places and themes once again." Bruce was previously embedded in 15 tribes to make three series between 2005 and 2007.