Like many Michigan grandparents, piping plovers have flown south for the winter. But the endangered bird makes its summer home along the shores of the Great Lakes. And in Chicago, they eagerly await the return of a sort of piping plover celebrity couple: Monty and Rose. The pair has many fans in the city, a beer named in their honor, and a documentary about their journey. On today's episode, we talk to the film's director about Monty and Rose's epic story of love and conservation.  GUEST:  Bob Dolgan, filmmaker behind the documentary Monty and Rose 2: The World of Monty and Rose. The film is streaming through the Thunder Bay International Virtual Film Festival from Wed, Jan 26, 2022 to Mon, Feb 7, 2022. You can find out how to watch here. Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work. Stateside’s theme music is by 14KT. Additional music by Blue Dot Sessions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.