This Green Earth

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.

Travel to the Salish Sea off the coast of Washington state and British Columbia to learn more about the Discovery Islands and what one conservationist and island resident is doing to protect them. Then, Ken Goodson, director of the National Civilian Community Corps for AmeriCorps, talks about a new partnership they have with the U.S. Forest Service and what is being done right here in Utah as a result.

Sister Barbara McCracken from the Benedictine sisters of Mount St. Scholastica talks about faith-based activism and what a small group of nuns from Kansas is doing in the face of climate change. Then, Kevin Perry from the University of Utah’s Department of Atmospheric Sciences discusses potential health hazards from the Great Salt Lake's dust.

Faith Jolley from the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources walks us through the proposed changes to current fishing regulations in Utah, as well as a few other rule amendments. Chris and Claire also speak about the bill that bans thick single use plastic bags in California and their effects on marine wildlife.

Author and wilderness guide Michael Engelhard takes us on a journey through the Arctic and Grand Canyon. Then, Andy Szabo, director of the Alaska Whale Foundation, breaks down a recent study that explores how humpback whales create and manipulate tools to maximize their food intake.

Former Wall Street Journal foreign correspondent, Roger Thurow, explains how farmers around the globe are transforming agriculture. Then, New York Times bestselling author, Amy Stewart, pens a tribute to a group of nature lovers making their lives, and the world, more beautiful one tree at a time in her book, “The Tree Collectors.”

Author Jennifer Ackerman speaks about her latest book, "What an Owl Knows." The book is praised as a must read for bird lovers and arguably the most fact-filled book about owls to date. Then, hydrologist Holly Michael discusses seawater intrusion, or the shifting balance between fresh and salt water at the coast.

Ben Jablonkski from the Good Charcoal Company discusses the why and how behind his sustainable charcoal brand and from Texas to England, author Erika Howsare explains humanity’s relationship with deer in her new book, "The Age of Deer."

Erin Ferguson, president of Save People, Save Wildlife, and Board Treasurer Tom Farkas detail their advocacy and educational efforts surrounding wildlife vs. vehicle collisions and Lauren Lockey with Sage Mountain Rescue discusses the local nonprofit's upcoming events.

Environmental scientist, Lumbee tribe member and author Ryan Emmanuel talks about the fight for indigenous environmental justice, and the Nature Conservancy and National Geographic talk about their organizations' efforts to engage the next generation of environmentally conscious youth.