This Green Earth

Dr. Joan Maloof, Professor Emeritus at Salisbury University and founder of the Old-Growth Forest Network, discusses her new book "Nature’s Temples: A Natural History of Old-Growth Forests." Then, Dr. Kerry Cook, professor at The University of Texas at Austin teaching graduate Atmosphere and Ocean Dynamics as well as Global Warming courses in the Department of Geological Sciences, talks about the second edition of her book "Climate Dynamics."

Conservationist and author Thor Hanson discusses his book, “Hurricane Lizards and Plastic Squid: The Fraught and Fascinating Biology of Climate Change.” Then, author Susan Casey shares more on her writings, including her latest book, “The Underworld: Journeys to the Depths of the Ocean.”

Anna Roberston from The Cool Down discusses the LA fires and how they are changing conversations about the future, including innovations in resilient home building and landscaping. Then, world-renowned researcher, speaker, advocate and co-founder of Food Tank, Daniele Nierenberg previews its 4th annual all day Food & Environment Summit during Sundance.

David Gilbert, author and political ecologist shares more on his new book, "Countering Dispossession, Reclaiming Land: A Social Movement Ethnography." Then, Utah State University’s Larissa Yocom, an assistant professor of fire ecology in the Department of Wildland Resources and Ecology Center, takes a closer look at fire ecology and the devastation from the recent California wildfires.

Author and longtime employee of the United States Forest Service Betsy Howell talks about her new collection of essays which chronicle her three-decade career studying wildlife. Then, author Erika Howsare discusses our complex relationship with deer, from mythology to modern-day coexistence challenges in her book, "The Age of Deer."

Local birder Nate Brown discusses the annual Audubon Christmas bird count. This citizen science event is the nation's longest-running community science bird project and fuels Audubon's work throughout the year. Then Professor Emeritus of Wildlife Science at the University of Washington, John Marzluff, discusses his highly acclaimed book, “Gifts of the Crow: How Perception, Emotion, and Thought Allow Smart Birds to Behave Like Humans.”

Biologist Naira de Gracia shares her book, "The Last Cold Place – A Field Season Studying Penguins in Antarctica," which looks at a generation of chinstrap penguins in Antarctica.Then, biologist and Michigan Tech professor, John Vucetich, talks about a study of wolves and moose in Isle Royale National Park that led to his book, "Restoring the Balance: What Wolves Tell Us About Our Relationship with Nature.”

National Geographic Explorer and internationally acclaimed wildlife expert James Currie shares the evolution of his career from a wildlife safari guide in Africa to a birding show host and conservationist. Then, author and animal and plant correspondent for the New York Times, Cara Giaimo, discusses her most recent book, "Atlas Obscura: Wildlife."

Dr. Barrett Klein, renowned entomologist and author of "The Insect Epiphany," explores ways humans have used insects for silk, pigments, food and medicine, and how we recreate their attributes in flight technology and architecture, as well as how we mimic them in music and fashion. Then, National Geographic Explorer Greg O’Corry-Crowe talks about beluga whales, elusive narwhals and a new study regarding a unique species of seals.

Nalini Nadkarni, National Geographic explorer and professor emeritus at the University of Utah, talks about the importance of canopy plants and the effects human activities have on forest diversity and function. Then, freshwater ecologist and author David Strayer shares more about his latest book, "Beyond the Sea: The Hidden Life in Lakes, Streams and Wetlands."

Author and scientist, Lauren Oakes comes on the show to talk about how the path from climate change to a habitable future winds through the world's forests.Then Walt Meier, a senior research scientist at the National Snow and Ice Data Center breaks down the latest information on what's happening with the planet's Arctic sea ice.

Author Jon Waterman talks about his new book, “Into the Thaw: Witnessing Wonder Amid the Arctic Climate Crisis.” Then, author Robert McNally shares his new book, “Cast Out of Eden: The Untold Story of John Muir, Indigenous Peoples and the American Wilderness.”

Acclaimed science writer Ferris Jabr reveals a radical new vision of Earth where lush forests emit dust, pollen and bacteria to summon rain in his new book, "Becoming Earth: How Our Planet Came to Life." Then, Miranda Massie, the founder and director of the Climate Museum located in New York City, describes this first of its kind museum which explores the changing climate and how the public can take action to reduce their carbon footprint.

Award-winning environmental journalist Sophie Yeo examines how the planet would have looked before humans scrubbed away its diversity in her new book, "Nature's Ghosts: The World We Lost and How to Bring it Back." Then Andy Szabo, director of the Alaska Whale Foundation, shares insights from a study that sheds light on how humpback whales use tools to enhance their feeding strategies.

Artist, author, teacher—and TikTok and Instagram creator Geo Rutherford gets a little spooky talking about her first book that she wrote and illustrated called, "Spooky Lakes: 25 Strange and Mysterious Lakes that Dot Our Planet." Then, Audrey Thames from the Environmental Center at the University of Colorado in Boulder shares tips on how to have a more sustainable Halloween.

Award-winning graphic designer, Esther Gonstalla, talks about her new book, "Atlas of a Threatened Planet: 150 Infographics to Help Anyone Save the World." Then, local Anna Robertson, co-founder of The Cool Down, shares her mission to make it easier for everyone to help themselves while they help the planet. She provides tips on how to be more sustainable in our homes, especially as we move into the colder months.

Randall Wilson, author and professor of environmental studies at Gettysburg College, talks about his just released book, "A Place Called Yellowstone: The Epic History of the World’s First National Park." Then, author and photojournalist Paola Gianturco talks about her book "Cool," which documents the work of women climate leaders globally and how they are showing the way to a livable planet.

Filmmaker, and founder of Stakeholder Business,Nathan Havey shares more about his documentary "Beyond Zero," which offers an inspirational roadmap for how business can reverse climate change. Then, climate scientist Dr. Katharine Hayhoe provides insights into her recent visit to Utah, where she highlighted the potential for clean energy solutions in our state.

Susan Cordone, Park City’s conservation coordinator at the water department, discusses Park City Municipal’s Landscape Incentive Program. Then, Tracy Harden with the nonprofit Citizens' Climate Lobby talks about their upcoming candidate forum. And, a familiar voice returns to the airwaves. This Green Earth catches up with special guest Nell Larsen.

Mike Luers, general manager of the Snyderville Basin Water Reclamation District, discusses “forever chemicals” like PFAS and biosolids and how they are handled locally and statewide. Then, David Kinka, senior wildlife restoration manager at American Prairie, talks about his work restoring and monitoring wildlife on the Montana reserve, which includes re-wilding bison and the swift fox.