Category: Conservation

249: He Watched January 6 Happen (Then Wrote This Book), with Brian Jay Jones

249: He Watched January 6 Happen (Then Wrote This Book), with Brian Jay Jones
Biographer Brian Jay Jones explores the environmental legacy of Dr. Seuss' The Lorax, the surprising story behind The Cat in the Hat, and why storytelling shapes climate action. He also discusses his new book, The Capitol, and America's evolving identity.

248: Why The Lorax Matters More Now Than Ever, with Philip Nel

248: Why The Lorax Matters More Now Than Ever, with Philip Nel
Matt speaks with Dr. Philip Nel about The Lorax and why Dr. Seuss's environmental classic is more relevant than ever. They explore its lasting cultural impact, the power of storytelling, environmental activism, and why hope is essential for protecting our planet.

230: The Colorado River Is Running Out of Time, with Jennifer Pitt

230: The Colorado River Is Running Out of Time, with Jennifer Pitt
Jennifer Pitt discusses shrinking Colorado River supplies, expiring state agreements, and the urgent need for consensus, conservation, and flexible reservoir management to avoid severe shortages and litigation.

226: How Close We Are to Losing an Entire Species Forever, with Matt Podolsky

226: How Close We Are to Losing an Entire Species Forever, with Matt Podolsky
Matt speaks with environmental filmmaker Matt Podolsky of Wild Lens Collective about how storytelling drives conservation, from his Sundance-winning Sea of Shadows on the vaquita to new work on bats, policy impact, and making hidden crises visible.