Tag: Podcast

#89: Burning Questions: Understanding Fire Management with Lenya Quinn-Davidson

January 29, 2024

When we think of wildfire, most of us think of raging infernos burning everything in its path. But historically, this intense type of fire was quite rare. In fact, there used to be more frequent fires, and more acres burned than today – but at low intensity. Learn why this is, and what we can do to restore beneficial fire with Lenya Quinn-Davidson. … More #89: Burning Questions: Understanding Fire Management with Lenya Quinn-Davidson

#88: BLM Lands Unveiled: A Journey with Josh Jackson into our Forgotten Lands

January 15, 2024

In the midst of the many public lands, it’s easy to overlook a lesser-known hero: the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). Josh Jackson, a passionate enthusiast and conservationist, is unveiling the overlooked beauty and value of BLM lands through his journeys and upcoming book. Learn about these lands, why they are important, and how you too can enjoy them. … More #88: BLM Lands Unveiled: A Journey with Josh Jackson into our Forgotten Lands

#87: California Condors with Tiana Williams-Claussen (Golden State Naturalist Crossover!)

January 1, 2024

California Condors are amazing (and used to live in much of western North America). But they are critically endangered despite being keystone species, culturally and in our ecosystems. Tiana Williams-Claussen, who is the director of the Yurok Tribe’s wildlife department, tells us all about their condor reintroduction program and condors in general in this special crossover episode with Golden State Naturalist. … More #87: California Condors with Tiana Williams-Claussen (Golden State Naturalist Crossover!)

#85: Life After Dark (Nocturnalia!) with Charles Hood and Dr. José Martínez-Fonseca

December 4, 2023

Learn about the amazing nature that comes to life after dark! Authors, naturalists, and researchers Charles Hood and Dr. Jose Martinez-Fonseca reveal the world of nectar-eating bats, tiny owls, scorpions, and even the unique ways plants behave at night! … More #85: Life After Dark (Nocturnalia!) with Charles Hood and Dr. José Martínez-Fonseca

#84: Dr. Marshall Shepherd – Weather is Your Mood, Climate is Your Personality

November 20, 2023

What are the differences between climate and weather? And how can we trust climate predictions when weather is so hard to forecast just a few days out? Dr. Marshall Shepherd, renowned climate and weather scientist, has answers! … More #84: Dr. Marshall Shepherd – Weather is Your Mood, Climate is Your Personality

#82: Amanda Monthei – Life with Fire

October 23, 2023

Have you ever wondered what it is like to be on the fire lines with a wildfire crew? Or what it takes to join a crew? Or the differences between crews, such as engine crews, hand crews, and hot shot crews? And how do they actually manage active wildfires? And where does prescribed and cultural burning fit into the picture?

Today’s guest, Amanda Monthei, helps us get some answers. … More #82: Amanda Monthei – Life with Fire

#80: El Niño (ENSO) and Ocean Temperatures

September 25, 2023

Have you heard of El Niño? Some people call it the single biggest influence on winter weather in North America. But what is it, and how does it work? And we’re in an El Niño event this year, and it’s going to affect our weather (and ecology!)

Today we learn about El Niño and how ocean temperatures impact weather, as well as the ecological impacts. … More #80: El Niño (ENSO) and Ocean Temperatures