Our Public Lands
A podcast about our beloved and treasured public lands where I interview subject matter experts and activists from across the country who are working to protect and advocate for our public lands and their wildlife, wilderness, and cultural values.
Episodes
23 episodes
#23 - Unveiling the Timber Industry's Grip on Public Lands w/ Ryan Talbott
In this episode, I speak with Ryan Talbott the Pacific Northwest Conservation Advocate for WildEarth Guardians, about their work monitoring the Forest Service and BLM timber sale programs in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Ryan discusses the ...
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Episode 23
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39:27
#22 - The Legacy of Public Lands w/ Char Miller
In this episode, I interview Char Miller, a historian and professor with a focus on public lands, agencies, and land management. Char discusses the complexities of Gifford Pinchot's philosophy, contrasting it with that of John Muir, particularl...
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Episode 22
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1:05:24
#21 - America’s Public Lands Under Attack w/ Wes Siler
In this episode, I interview Wes Siler. Wes delves into the pressing issues surrounding America's public lands, discussing how privatization efforts threaten public access and ownership. Key examples include the Yellowstone Club, the Crazy Moun...
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Episode 21
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1:14:42
#20 - Fighting for Endemic Species in the Great Basin w/ Patrick Donnelly
In this episode, I interview Patrick Donnelly with the Center for Biological Diversity along the banks of the Amargosa River in California near Death Valley National Park. Patrick discusses the historical and ongoing impact of human activity, s...
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52:23
#19 - Public Domain: A Conversation w/ Investigative Journalist Jimmy Tobias
In this episode, I speak with Jimmy Tobias, a seasoned investigative journalist. Jimmy delves into his journey from working summertimes in wilderness in Montana to his current focus on public lands journalism. He discusses his deep passion for ...
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Episode 19
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42:18
#18 - America's Red Rock Wilderness Act
In this episode, I interview Terri Martin with the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance (SUWA). The podcast highlights the reintroduction of the America’s Red Rock Wilderness Act, which seeks to protect over 8 million acres of public lands in Sout...
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44:05
#17 - Biden’s Public Lands Scorecard and Legacy
In this episode, I welcome back Andy Kerr to discuss Biden’s public lands record and legacy. We also discuss the contrasting environmental policies and actions early in the Trump 2.0 years. Andy delves into Biden's legacy on public lands, exami...
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1:09:54
#16 - The F*ck Our Forests Act & D.C. Dysfunction
In this episode, I interview Jennifer Mamola with the John Muir Project. Jenn discusses insights and frustrations with current wildfire policy in Washington, D.C. She stresses the importance of shifting focus from backcountry forest management ...
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Episode 16
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1:14:10
#15 - How to Starve an Entire Ecosystem
In this episode, I interview Roger Long an ecologist and professor. We discuss his career trajectory that led him from computer programming to teaching and focusing specifically on the shrub steppe ecosystem. After switching careers and complet...
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1:00:11
#14 - Protecting New England’s Remaining Wildlands
In this episode, I interview Zack Porter who discusses the state of public lands and roadless areas in Vermont and across New England. He highlights the ongoing threats from logging and road construction, particularly in the Green Mountain and ...
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Episode 14
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1:08:06
#13 - Wild Fish and Old Growth
In this episode, I interview Conrad Gowell with the Wild Fish Conservancy. Based in Washington, his organization uses science and law to protect wild fish and ecosystems. Conrad dives into the issues around fishery policies lagging behind scien...
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Episode 13
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49:56
#12 - Evaluating the Effectiveness and Ecological Impact of Forest Fuels Treatments
In this episode, I interview George Wuerthner, an independent advocate, ecologist, and author to explore what it means for fuels treatments to be effective in wildfire management. George challenges the prevailing assumption that preventing high...
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Episode 12
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1:42:37
#11 - The Truth Behind Forest Management: Dr. Chad Hanson on The Deception of Thinning and Fire Prevention
In this episode, I interview Dr. Chad Hanson of the John Muir Project. We discuss forest protection, fire ecology, and the deceptive practices of federal land management agencies such as the U.S. Forest Service. Chad critically examines the For...
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Episode 11
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1:26:33
#10 - Beavers & Water Conservation: A Call for Leadership and Action on Public Lands
In this episode, I interview Dr. Suzanne Fouty and Kami Ellingson, both past Forest Service hydrologists, to talk about beavers. Suzanne and Kami share their insights and experiences about the significance of beavers in ecosystem restoration an...
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1:34:18
#9 - Behind the Scenes with Blue Mountains Biodiversity Project
In this episode I interview Karen Coulter co-founder of the Blue Mountains Biodiversity Project, reflecting on their work since 1991 in Oregon. We discus the escalation of timber sales from thousands to tens of thousands of acres and how loggin...
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Episode 9
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1:25:43
#8 - Championing Utah's Wilderness and Wildlife
In this episode, I interview Kirk Robinson with the Western Wildlife Conservancy. Kirk shares his deep connection with Utah's environment, public lands, and history. We discuss the Great Salt Lake's environmental issues due to drought and human...
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1:19:35
#7 - Safeguarding the Wilderness Act
In this episode, I interview Katie Bilodeau and Kevin Proescholdt from Wilderness Watch. We discuss their organization's mission to preserve the integrity of the wilderness Act, legal enforcement, and challenges to wilderness across the politic...
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Episode 7
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57:21
#6 - Logging, Politics, and Conservation: A Deep Dive with Andy Kerr
In this episode, I interview Andy Kerr, a main stay of conservation politics and public lands advocacy. Andy discusses his journey into forest conservation, reflecting on key moments in his career, such as the Save French Pete demonstrati...
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Episode 6
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1:08:05
#5 - Oregon Coast Conservation
In this episode, I interview Paul Englemeyer with the Bird Alliance of Oregon (formally the Audubon Society). Paul and I have an in-depth discussion on the conservation efforts and environmental challenges faced on Oregon's Central Coast. We co...
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Episode 5
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1:09:45
#4 - Balancing Grazing and Conservation—Is it Possible?
In this episode I interview Laura Welp, Ecosystems Specialist with the Western Watersheds Project. We discuss the significance of our public lands, and the democratic principles that should underpin their management. Our discussion addresses th...
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Episode 4
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1:29:25
#3 - The Gallatin Forest Partnership Exposed
In this detailed conversation, I interview Dr. Joseph Scalia III to discuss our journey with the Gallatin Yellowstone Wilderness Alliance (GYWA) based in Bozeman, Montana and the broader challenges facing wilderness preservation. We reflect on ...
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Episode 3
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1:12:37
#2 - Canopy of Titans
In this episode of 'Our Public Lands', I interview journalist and environmental investigator Paul Koberstein. Our conversation delves into the importance of protecting old growth forests, and their immense ecological and value. Paul shares his ...
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Episode 2
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1:15:53
#1 - Poisoning the Public Lands
In the inaugural episode of 'Our Public Lands,' host Adam Bronstein speaks with Sharon Selvaggio from the Xerces Society about the federal USDA APHIS grasshopper and Mormon cricket spraying program. They explore the extensive use of pesticides ...
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Episode 1
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1:09:18