In this episode, Angelina Tan explores the decline of fireflies in Mississippi and the South, tracing it to habitat loss, pesticide use, and artificial light pollution. She reflects on a personal childhood memory and interviews a teacher and conservation biologist to illustrate the emotional and scientific stakes. Ultimately, she argues that fireflies' unique charisma makes them powerful "flagship species" for broader insect conservation, capable of mobilizing public awareness and community science efforts in ways other insects cannot.