United by Fire: Fire and Us (S4 Ep9)
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How do we take our connection to the landscape and learn how to steward it in a time of change? Wildfire defines our era, but it doesn’t have to shape our future. From examining our relationship to risk and responsibility to making difficult choices about what to protect, our closing episode explores the choices we must make to support the forests of tomorrow. With individual action and collaboration, we can build a fire-resilient future. Learn more about the podcast at and . Sign-up for the . Follow us on , , , . If you like our work, consider making a...
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United by Fire: Message From the Institute of Science & Policy
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This week, we’re taking a short break, for two reasons. The first is that we’re almost done with the closing episode of the series, which will drop next Wednesday! And the second reason is that today is our annual Institute for Science & Policy Symposium, which is being held virtually Dec 4. Learn more about our Symposium at and learn more about the Institute at . See you next week!
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United by Fire: The Forest of the Future (S4 Ep8)
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As wildfires transform Colorado's landscapes, this episode explores the loss of cherished ecosystems and the tough realities of forest recovery. Discover the strategies, science and choices shaping the forests of the future. Learn more about the podcast at and . Sign-up for the . Follow us on , , , . If you like our work, consider making a tax-deductible . The Institute for Science & Policy is a catalyst for thoughtful dialogue, working toward solutions to society’s greatest challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity....
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United by Fire: How to Invest a Dollar (S4 Ep7)
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With wildfires intensifying, every dollar spent on mitigation and resilience matters more than ever. This episode explores the tough choices and bold solutions shaping Colorado’s future: training a new generation of workers, leveraging new technology, and balancing suppression with prevention. With resources stretched thin, how do we decide what will make the most impact? Learn more about the podcast at and . Sign up for the . Follow us on , , , . If you like our work, consider making a tax-deductible . The Institute for Science & Policy is...
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United by Fire: Managing the Flames (S4 Ep6)
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Explore Colorado’s changing relationship with wildfire as we follow the people working to manage its risks and tap into its ecological benefits. Through prescribed burns, forest thinning and community partnerships, land managers, scientists and residents are rethinking fire as a tool to keep both forests and communities strong. Learn more about the podcast at and . Sign-up for the . Follow us on , , , . If you like our work, consider making a tax-deductible . The Institute for Science & Policy is a catalyst for thoughtful dialogue, working...
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United by Fire: Black Water (S4 Ep5)
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This episode explores how the Cameron Peak and East Troublesome Fires of 2020 created a far-reaching crisis in Colorado's watersheds, impacting both mountain communities and those downstream along the Front Range. Discover the intersection of fire, water, and policy - and the surprising ways wildfire continues to shape the state’s landscapes long after the flames go out. Learn more about the podcast at and . Sign-up for the . Follow us on , , , . If you like our work, consider making a tax-deductible . The Institute for Science &...
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United by Fire: After the Fire: A Community Rebuilds (S4 Ep4)
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Four years after the East Troublesome Fire, many Grand County residents are still grappling with the aftermath, from insurance disputes to the emotional toll of loss. We explore the long-term impact of the fire on individuals and the broader community as they strive to recover and rebuild. Learn more about the podcast at and . Sign-up for the . Follow us on , , , . If you like our work, consider making a tax-deductible . The Institute for Science & Policy is a catalyst for thoughtful dialogue, working toward solutions on society’s...
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United by Fire: The Fire's Edge (S4 Ep3)
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In October 2020, the East Troublesome Fire exploded, forcing a mass evacuation of Estes Park as ash rained from the sky. In this episode, we explore how the town responded to the dual threats of a wildfire and a pandemic, and the hard choices they faced in order to protect their community. Learn more about the podcast at and . Sign-up for the . Follow us on , , , . If you like our work, consider making a tax-deductible . The Institute for Science & Policy is a catalyst for thoughtful dialogue, working toward solutions on society’s greatest...
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United by Fire: House of Cards (S4 Ep2)
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The summer of 2020 was one of Colorado’s hottest and driest on record, setting the stage for a devastating series of megafires. The Cameron Peak Fire ignited in the Roosevelt National Forest and burned for nearly four months, consuming almost 209,000 acres. In this episode, we’ll hear from people who stared into the Cameron Peak fire and the difficult choices they faced. What should we try to protect? And what risks are we willing to accept? Learn more about the podcast at and . Sign-up for the . Follow us on , , , . If you like...
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United by Fire: Rethinking Fire (S4 Ep1)
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Today’s megafires raise questions about how we manage our forests and where we choose to live. In 2020, Colorado experienced the two largest wildfires in the state’s history: Cameron Peak and East Troublesome. Together, these high-intensity blazes ripped through communities and challenged what we thought we knew about how wildfires behave. Fire has devastating power, but it’s also a necessary part of our ecosystems. Can we learn to live with it? In this episode, we begin to explore that question through the eyes of wildfire survivors, researchers, and...
info_outlineThere is a long history of disproportionately impacted neighborhoods, which are predominately communities of color and low income, experiencing the unequal impact of pollution. This has been the case for many communities in Colorado when it comes to air quality. And while there are competing interests, values, and needs when it comes to deciding what to do, it’s critical to consider who gets represented and heard. Do the policies truly address the issue? And who bears the cost?
We all have the right to clean air, no matter where we live. But safeguarding our air is about making hard decisions. It’s about changing our thinking and our behaviors. It’s about looking at the issues from multiple angles. People often want there to be a single source or single industry to blame for air pollution, but unfortunately, the air doesn’t work that way.
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Episode Credits:
Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock
Writing, marketing: Tricia Waddell
Additional reporting and fact checking: Nicole Delaney and Kate Long
Sound design: Seth Samuels with tracks from Epidemic Sounds
Audio engineering: Jesse Boynton