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90 Miles from Needles: the Desert Protection Podcast 90 Miles from Needles
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Join Chris Clarke and a variety of guests as they explore the challenges and opportunities of the American Southwest's fragile ecosystems. Engaging interviews with experts, activists, and advocates on conservation, land management, and environmental justice. Science and sentiment, politics and philosophy, hiking and history, culture and creativity all go into defending the desert. Be forewarned: We are out to recruit you to the cause.
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S3E19: Oh, those dark desert skies
Mitch Miller and Steve Bardwell join us to discuss the significance of dark sky ordinances. "Light pollution is like bringing up the house lights during the best song," says Mitch. Learn more about protecting our dark skies with 90 Miles from Needles.*
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S3E18: Don't Die Today! Staying Safe in Desert Heat
We delve into the dangers of desert heat in this episode. Learn about heat-related injuries, from sunburn and heat cramps to the severe threat of heatstroke and a lesser-known peril: pavement burns experienced by vulnerable populations. Practical tips for staying safe amidst climbing temperatures include hydration, wearing appropriate clothing, and recognizing symptoms of heat distress.
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S3E17: Submerged No More! Restoring Chemehuevi Land and Traditions
Corn, squash, and beans aren’t just crops; they’re living symbols of resilience, culture, and hope.
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S3E16: Ash Meadows Faces New Mining Threat
In this episode we welcome back Mason Voehl from the Amargosa Conservancy for an engaging and informative update on the situation surrounding Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge and the threat of lithium mining explorations
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S3E15: The Surprising Longevity of Desert Plants
There are tens of thousands of plants more than a millennium old growing in the deserts of North America.
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S3E14: Saving El Paso's Rio Bosque Wetlands
Chris Clarke interviews activist Jon Rezendes about the threats facing the Rio Bosque Wetlands in El Paso, Texas