Laws of Notion
Science was revolutionized by Newton’s laws of motion. But how can we revolutionize our ideas? Laws of Notion is a podcast by the Institute for Science & Policy at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, where we push against our preconceived beliefs and think critically about the world around us. Each season, we’ll tell a story about an issue facing a community, where there are no easy answers. We’ll explore the interconnections between science, policy, and our human nature. To learn more about the podcast check out lawsofnotion.org. Season 1: Coal at Sunset: A Colorado Town in Transition Season 2: Water, Under Pressure: The Uncertain Future of Colorado’s Most Valuable Resource Season 3: Clearing the Air: The Hazy Future of Our Skies
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United by Fire: Fire and Us (S4 Ep9)
12/11/2024
United by Fire: Fire and Us (S4 Ep9)
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 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. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Reporting, writing, editing: Carson Frame Editing, marketing: Tricia Waddell Production support: Jordan Marks Fact-checking: Kate Long Sound design: Seth Samuel Original music: Ryan Flores Additional music: Epidemic Sound Studio recording: Denver Community Media
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United by Fire: Message From the Institute of Science & Policy
12/04/2024
United by Fire: Message From the Institute of Science & Policy
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)
11/27/2024
United by Fire: The Forest of the Future (S4 Ep8)
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. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Reporting, writing, editing: Carson Frame Editing, marketing: Tricia Waddell Production support: Jordan Marks Fact-checking: Kate Long Sound design: Seth Samuel Original music: Ryan Flores Additional music: Epidemic Sound Studio recording: Denver Community Media
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United by Fire: How to Invest a Dollar (S4 Ep7)
11/25/2024
United by Fire: How to Invest a Dollar (S4 Ep7)
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 a catalyst for thoughtful dialogue, working toward solutions to society’s greatest challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Reporting, writing, editing: Carson Frame Editing, marketing: Tricia Waddell Production support: Nicole Delaney and Jordan Marks Fact-checking: Kate Long Sound design: Seth Samuel Original music: Ryan Flores Additional music: Epidemic Sound Studio recording: Side 3 Studios
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United by Fire: Managing the Flames (S4 Ep6)
11/13/2024
United by Fire: Managing the Flames (S4 Ep6)
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 toward solutions to society’s greatest challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Reporting, writing, editing: Carson Frame Editing, marketing: Tricia Waddell Production support: Nicole Delaney Fact-checking: Kate Long Sound design: Seth Samuel Original music: Ryan Flores Additional music: Epidemic Sound Studio recording: Denver Community Media
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United by Fire: Black Water (S4 Ep5)
11/06/2024
United by Fire: Black Water (S4 Ep5)
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 & Policy is a catalyst for thoughtful dialogue, working toward solutions for society’s greatest challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Reporting, writing, editing: Carson Frame Editing, marketing: Tricia Waddell Production support: Nicole Delaney Fact-checking: Kate Long Sound design: Seth Samuel Original music: Ryan Flores Additional music: Epidemic Sound Studio recording: Denver Community Media
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United by Fire: After the Fire: A Community Rebuilds (S4 Ep4)
10/30/2024
United by Fire: After the Fire: A Community Rebuilds (S4 Ep4)
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 greatest challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Reporting, writing, editing: Carson Frame Editing, marketing: Tricia Waddell Production support: Nicole Delaney Fact-checking: Kate Long Sound design: Seth Samuel Original music: Ryan Flores Additional music: Epidemic Sound Studio recording: Denver Community Media
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United by Fire: The Fire's Edge (S4 Ep3)
10/23/2024
United by Fire: The Fire's Edge (S4 Ep3)
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 challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Reporting, writing, editing: Carson Frame Editing, marketing: Tricia Waddell Production support: Nicole Delaney Fact-checking: Kate Long Sound design: Seth Samuel Original music: Ryan Flores Additional music: Epidemic Sound Studio recording: Denver Community Media
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United by Fire: House of Cards (S4 Ep2)
10/16/2024
United by Fire: House of Cards (S4 Ep2)
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 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. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Reporting, writing, editing: Carson Frame Editing, marketing: Tricia Waddell Production support: Nicole Delaney Fact-checking: Kate Long Sound design: Seth Samuel Original music: Ryan Flores Additional music: Epidemic Sound Studio recording: Denver Community Media
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United by Fire: Rethinking Fire (S4 Ep1)
10/09/2024
United by Fire: Rethinking Fire (S4 Ep1)
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 policymakers navigating this uncertain 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. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Reporting, writing, editing: Carson Frame Editing, marketing: Tricia Waddell Production support: Nicole Delaney Fact-checking: Kate Long Sound design: Seth Samuel Original music: Ryan Flores Additional music: Epidemic Sound Audio recording: Denver Community Media
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Trailer: United By Fire Launching October 9
09/20/2024
Trailer: United By Fire Launching October 9
Wildfire is here to stay, but on whose terms will it burn? Join us for , a new series where we investigate the two biggest wildfires in Colorado’s history and explore hard truths about our landscapes and ourselves. Season four of the award-winning podcast Laws of Notion starts Oct. 9. 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. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Reporting, writing: Carson Frame Editing, marketing: Tricia Waddell Production support: Nicole Delaney Fact-checking: Kate Long Sound design: Seth Samuels Original music: Ryan Flores Additional music: Epidemic Sound Studio recording: Denver Community Media
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Clearing the Air BONUS: The Right to Breathe
05/15/2024
Clearing the Air BONUS: The Right to Breathe
In this special bonus episode, we talk with Rosamund Adoo-Kissi-Debrah, founder and director of The based in South London, UK. We first met Rosamund in episode 4, . She and her legal team made history when a coroner found a direct link between her nine-year-old daughter Ella Roberta's death from a fatal asthma attack due to the air quality near her home along one of London’s busiest roads. Ella then became the first person in the world to have air pollution appear on a death certificate as a cause of death. Eleven years after this tragic life-changing event, Rosamund reflects on her journey to becoming a global clean air advocate in honor of her daughter's legacy. From her calls for greater government accountability to raising awareness of air pollution as a critical health issue, we discuss where she has seen progress and where there is still work to be done. This episode also features the song The EP was created and produced by the Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance in collaboration with leading artists and local young people. Learn more about this project . Learn more about the podcast at . 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. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Producing, marketing: Tricia Waddell Additional reporting and fact-checking: Nicole Delaney and Kate Long Sound design: Seth Samuel with tracks from Epidemic Sounds
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Clearing The Air BONUS: Dry Air
02/08/2024
Clearing The Air BONUS: Dry Air
The San Luis Valley has always had dust storms, for as long as humans have been there. The problem now is that as water dwindles, temperatures warm, a multi-decade drought rages on, and people continue altering the landscape, dust is increasing. Dust and sand storms impact farming economies by reducing valuable topsoil, and breathing in dust can have immediate and long-term respiratory and health impacts. We talk with farmer and rancher Kyler Brown and Dr. Lisa Cicutto about the impact of dust on public health and the state of farming in the Valley, along with the constant challenge of embracing change and uncertainty amid climate change. Learn more about the podcast at . 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. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Producing, marketing: Tricia Waddell Additional reporting and fact-checking: Nicole Delaney and Kate Long Sound design: Seth Samuel with tracks from Epidemic Sounds Audio engineering: Jesse Boynton
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Clearing the Air: Steps Forward (S3 Ep8)
11/15/2023
Clearing the Air: Steps Forward (S3 Ep8)
From supporting the wickedly smart and engaged next generation to learning how to work together in new and more meaningful ways, our last episode explores what it means to truly empower people to solve our air quality issues. Change has been slow and incremental, but change is happening. And while bad air affects us all, no matter where we live, the burden is not equal. Since our air is often invisible, it can be easy to ignore. But as we gain knowledge, it just might be harder to look away. Learn more about the podcast at . 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 challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Producing, marketing: Tricia Waddell Additional writing: Meredith Sell Additional reporting and fact-checking: Nicole Delaney and Kate Long Sound design: Seth Samuel with tracks from Epidemic Sounds Audio engineering: Jesse Boynton
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Clearing the Air: A New Wave (S3 Ep7)
11/08/2023
Clearing the Air: A New Wave (S3 Ep7)
Often there is a cultural catalyst that sparks change. And that catalyst can come from people being empowered with data, knowledge, and opportunity. From Pueblo to Aurora to other parts of Colorado, communities are finding traditional and new ways to engage in the change they want for their future. This could be things like a closer collaboration with the government to install a community air monitoring network, training individuals on how to engage in policy, or pushing for large-scale change, such as the energy transition, which can have the co-benefits of helping with both climate change and local air pollution. Learn more about the podcast at . 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. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Producing, marketing: Tricia Waddell Additional writing: Meredith Sell Additional reporting and fact-checking: Nicole Delaney and Kate Long Sound design: Seth Samuels with tracks from Epidemic Sounds Audio engineering: Jesse Boynton
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Clearing the Air: Harnessing Energy and Numbers (S3 Ep6)
11/01/2023
Clearing the Air: Harnessing Energy and Numbers (S3 Ep6)
Colorado is the fifth largest oil-producing state in the country, and the state’s economy benefits from keeping the industry running. But oil and gas are also a major source of emissions to local air quality and climate change. And we all have a vested interest in reducing emissions, which has economic and social costs to our health and environment. So how do we balance the demand for energy with the realities on the ground? What does the dance look like between the speed to clean up operations, the transition to new innovation, the limitations of business models, the standardization of data, and the need to protect the health of each other and our planet? Learn more about the podcast at . 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 challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Producing, marketing: Tricia Waddell Additional writing: Meredith Sell Additional reporting and fact-checking: Nicole Delaney and Kate Long Sound design: Seth Samuels with tracks from Epidemic Sounds Audio engineering: Jesse Boynton
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Clearing the Air: Driving Behavior (S3 Ep5)
10/25/2023
Clearing the Air: Driving Behavior (S3 Ep5)
Whether you’ve had a direct experience with bad air, followed the air quality index on your phone, or formally learned about the importance of clean air, awareness can be a key driver for change. But once we know how poor air quality can impact our health, what does it take to change our behaviors — either to reduce our exposure or how we contribute to it? Learn more about the podcast at . 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. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Producing, marketing: Tricia Waddell Additional writing: Meredith Sell Additional reporting and fact-checking: Nicole Delaney and Kate Long Sound design: Seth Samuels with tracks from Epidemic Sounds Audio engineering: Jesse Boynton
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Clearing The Air: The Road to Change (S3 Ep4)
10/18/2023
Clearing The Air: The Road to Change (S3 Ep4)
An estimated 4.2 million premature deaths are associated with outdoor air pollution each year. And traffic emissions are one of the leading contributors, with those living within a quarter mile or so of a busy road at greatest risk. But statistics and facts will only get you so far. To change perceptions and policy, the issue must be brought to a human level. And while our air quality has improved over the years, there is still work to be done, especially with communities most at risk. Learn more about the podcast at . 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 challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Producing, marketing: Tricia Waddell Additional writing: Meredith Sell Additional reporting and fact-checking: Nicole Delaney and Kate Long Sound design: Seth Samuels with tracks from Epidemic Sounds Audio engineering: Jesse Boynton
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Clearing the Air: The Heart of a Debate (S3 Ep3)
10/11/2023
Clearing the Air: The Heart of a Debate (S3 Ep3)
There 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. Learn more about the podcast at . 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 challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. 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
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Clearing The Air: Clean Up Your Act (S3 Ep2)
10/04/2023
Clearing The Air: Clean Up Your Act (S3 Ep2)
For years Colorado’s Front Range has repeatedly failed to meet the EPA’s national air quality standards, putting local policymakers and regulators under pressure to fix the air pollution affecting us all. Now air monitoring and data gathering are slowly starting to catch up to the reality that many communities experience living in proximity to industries, highways, railroads, and other sources of pollutants. But what made us care about air quality in the first place? From the Brown Cloud that hung over Denver in the ’70s and ’80s to the landmark Clean Air Act, we break down the science and policies that propelled us to start to clean up our air. Learn more about the podcast at . 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. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. 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
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Clearing The Air: Something in the Air (S3 Ep1)
09/27/2023
Clearing The Air: Something in the Air (S3 Ep1)
Our air is a complex soup of ingredients – which impacts the health of all of us, our economy, and our climate. But those health burdens are not shared equally. They disproportionately impact children, the elderly, and lower-income or historically marginalized communities. What does it mean to have equal and fair access to clean air? And when emotions are high, people’s health is at risk, and tradeoffs need to be made, how do we solve this complex problem? This is episode one of Clearing the Air, a podcast about air pollution in Colorado and beyond, and how we are navigating this complex problem that knows no borders. Learn more about this season of Laws of Notion at . 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 challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Writing, marketing: Tricia Waddell Additional writing: Shel Evergreen Additional reporting and fact-checking: Nicole Delaney and Kate Long Sound design: Seth Samuels with tracks from Epidemic Sounds Audio engineering: Jesse Boynton
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Clearing the Air: Trailer
09/22/2023
Clearing the Air: Trailer
From our first breath to our last exhale, air is a vital shared resource. But what’s really in the air we breathe? Stay tuned for Clearing the Air: The Hazy Future of Our Skies, a new eight-part series about air pollution in Colorado and how we are navigating this complex problem that knows no borders. Season 3 of the award-winning podcast, Laws of Notion, launches September 27, 2023. 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 challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science.
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Coal at Sunset EPILOGUE: Craig at a Crossroads (S1 Pt.2)
08/27/2023
Coal at Sunset EPILOGUE: Craig at a Crossroads (S1 Pt.2)
The closure of the coal plant and mine in Craig, Colorado will greatly impact the economy and result in the loss of jobs. However, there are conversations about the potential to repurpose the plant and existing infrastructure. From geothermal to hydrogen to nuclear, what could happen with the Craig station remains to be decided. In this bonus episode of , we’ll talk about what’s next. What could happen with all the infrastructure and workforce? And is nuclear energy a potential option? Featuring Christine King, GAIN, Idaho National Lab, and Tim Osborn, Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association. Learn more about our podcast at . Sign-up for the . Follow us on , , , . If you like our work, consider making a tax-deductible . The is a catalyst for thoughtful dialogue, working toward solutions on society’s greatest challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Writer, Reporter, Host: Kristan Uhlenbrock Producer and Marketing: Tricia Waddell Additional Production: Nicole Delaney Fact Checker: Kate Long Sound Design: Jesse Boynton with tracks from Epidemic Sounds
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Coal at Sunset EPILOGUE: Two Years Later (S1 Pt.1)
08/04/2023
Coal at Sunset EPILOGUE: Two Years Later (S1 Pt.1)
It's been almost two years since we shared the story of Craig, Colorado, and the forthcoming closures of the coal power plant. In this epilogue to , you'll hear from some of our former guests reflecting on what's changed, what hasn't, and what the road ahead looks like. We’re coming back to this story to provide a firsthand glimpse into how Colorado's energy transition will ultimately affect us all. Learn more about our podcast at 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 challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Episode Credits: Writer, Reporter, Host: Kristan Uhlenbrock Producer and Marketing: Tricia Waddell Additional Production: Nicole Delaney Fact Checker: Kate Long Sound Design: Jesse Boynton with tracks from Epidemic Sounds
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Water Under Pressure BONUS: The Future of Agriculture
05/01/2023
Water Under Pressure BONUS: The Future of Agriculture
The history of soil degradation is not new. Humans have been altering the landscape for thousands of years. But what does it mean to have healthy and functional soils and how is this critical to a productive and sustainable agriculture system? In this bonus episode, we spend time with Gene Kelley, a professor of Pedology and the Deputy Director of the Colorado Agricultural Experiment Station at Colorado State University. We had a wide-ranging conversation talking about the innovation happening in agriculture, soil health and the impacts on water, and even the difficulties of behavior change. Water, Under Pressure is a podcast about the increasing demands on water in Colorado. And how the choices we make now could tear us apart or help us to navigate our uncertain future. Learn more about the podcast and people featured at . 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 challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. The podcast was produced in partnership with House of Pod. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Producing and marketing: Tricia Waddell Additional reporting and fact-checking: Nicole Delaney and Kate Long Theme music: Alex Paul, Birds of Play Sound design: Jesse Boynton with tracks from Epidemic Sounds
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Water Under Pressure BONUS: The Colorado Water Plan
03/29/2023
Water Under Pressure BONUS: The Colorado Water Plan
In January 2023, a new Colorado Water Plan was released. This document evokes hope and caution as the scarcity of water looms over our state. It’s a guide for how to bring people together and prioritize water projects across Colorado that serve the most uses and benefits. In this bonus episode, we talk with Lauren Ris, Deputy Director of the Colorado Water Conservation Board, to learn more about how this plan came together and its significance to our state. Water, Under Pressure is a podcast about the increasing demands on water in Colorado. And how the choices we make now could tear us apart or help us to navigate our uncertain future. Learn more about the podcast and people featured at . 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 challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. The podcast was produced in partnership with House of Pod. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Producing and marketing: Tricia Waddell Additional reporting and fact-checking: Nicole Delaney and Kate Long Theme music: Alex Paul, Birds of Play Sound design: Jesse Boynton with tracks from Epidemic Sounds
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Water Under Pressure BONUS: Power and Speculation
02/24/2023
Water Under Pressure BONUS: Power and Speculation
Control of water. Who has it, who doesn’t? How was water historically used? What is it being used for today? And what about future uses? In this first bonus episode, we are talking about power and decision-making, including the controversial topic of water speculation, with James Eklund, a prominent Colorado water lawyer. The conflict over water speculation goes deeper than just dollars. It’s sometimes about values. Water, Under Pressure is a podcast about the increasing demands on water in Colorado. And how the choices we make now could tear us apart or help us to navigate our uncertain future. Learn more about the podcast and people featured at . 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 challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. The podcast was produced in partnership with House of Pod. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Producing and marketing: Tricia Waddell Additional reporting and fact-checking: Nicole Delaney and Kate Long Theme music: Alex Paul, Birds of Play Sound design: Jesse Boynton with tracks from Epidemic Sounds
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Further Listening: Is Denver Hoarding Water? (via City Cast Denver)
12/21/2022
Further Listening: Is Denver Hoarding Water? (via City Cast Denver)
Laws of Notion Listeners! More on our state's water issues with our friends at City Cast Denver. Ever since Denver Water was founded in 1918, the agency has demonstrated enviable foresight, building out a massive infrastructure across 4,000 square miles to ensure Denver’s population (and economy) can continue to grow. But now that reservoirs and rivers are drying up across the West, is it time for Denver to share the wealth? Colorado’s top water reporter, Luke Runyon of KUNC, joins producer Paul Karolyi, City Cast Denver, to explain where Denver fits into the recent conflict over the Colorado River and offer an outsider’s perspective on Denver Water’s ambitious growth. This episode originally aired on August 29, 2022. Learn more about City Cast Denver and subscribe to their daily morning newsletter: or follow them on Twitter . Learn more about the Institute for Science & Policy at and follow us on Twitter .
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Water Under Pressure: Searching for Solutions (S2 Ep5)
12/14/2022
Water Under Pressure: Searching for Solutions (S2 Ep5)
In this series, we’ve investigated the pressures around water in Colorado – from climate change to population growth to different values – and how they shape the management of this vital resource. But where do we go from here? And how do we change the relationship we’ve had with water historically, to better reflect the realities of our future? Because we should all care about where our water comes from, where it goes, what it’s used for, and the true cost to use it. Water, Under Pressure is a podcast about the increasing demands on water in Colorado. And how the choices we make now could tear us apart or help us to navigate our uncertain future. Learn more about the podcast and people featured at . 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 challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. The podcast was produced in partnership with House of Pod. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan UhlenbrockReporting, writing, production: Cat JaffeeProduction: Ann Marie Awad Additional reporting and fact-checking: Nicole Delaney and Kate LongSound design: Seth SamuelTheme music: Alex Paul, Birds of PlayEpisode composition: Jesse Boynton with tracks from Epidemic Sounds Marketing: Tricia WaddellA special thanks to Trent Knoss and George Sparks
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Water Under Pressure: Growing Demand (S2 Ep 4)
12/07/2022
Water Under Pressure: Growing Demand (S2 Ep 4)
The need to use every drop of water – multiple times over – matters. In Colorado, 80% of the precipitation falls on the western side of the continental divide, but 90% of the population lives to the east, in the Front Range. As the urban corridor continues to grow rapidly, the need for water is even more urgent. And often that water is coming from somewhere else. This time on Water, Under Pressure, the Front Range of Colorado perspective. What are the water needs of a growing city? And is water from the San Luis Valley really the only solution? Water, Under Pressure is a podcast about the increasing demands on water in Colorado. And how the choices we make now could tear us apart or help us to navigate our uncertain future. Learn more about the podcast and people featured at . 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 challenges with scientific thinking, empathy, and inclusivity. The Institute is a project of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. The podcast was produced in partnership with House of Pod. Episode Credits: Reporting, writing, hosting: Kristan Uhlenbrock Reporting, writing, production: Cat Jaffee Production: Ann Marie Awad Additional reporting and fact-checking: Nicole Delaney and Kate Long Theme music: Alex Paul, Birds of Play Episode composition: Jesse Boynton with tracks from Epidemic Sounds Sound design: Seth Samuel Marketing: Tricia Waddell A special thanks to Trent Knoss and George Sparks
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