This Green Earth

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.