Best Adam Bronstein Podcasts (2025)

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#52 - From Pinedale to Bozeman: A Life in the Mountain West w/ Kyle Lavin 1:09:13

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In this episode, I speak with Kyle Lavin, a conservationist and wilderness and wildlife advocate from Bozeman, Montana. We talk about Kyle’s experiences growing up in Pinedale Wyoming and his strong ties to the wilderness areas of Montana and Wyoming. We discuss the significant changes in Pinedale and Jackson Hole, Wyoming over the years, from chil…

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100 New National Parks (with Michael Kellett, RESTORE: The North Woods) 53:50

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On episode 99 of the Green Root Podcast—the official podcast of Eco-Integrity Alliance—we talk about a positive alternative vision for public lands that would establish 100 new National Parks in the U.S.—at least one in every state—with Michael Kellett, executive director of RESTORE: The North Woods. Host Josh Schlossberg talks with Michael about: …

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Episode #238 John Potter - His Journey to Wolf Connection 27:55

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John Potter grew up in the Upper Great Lakes region, spending his formative years immersed in the lush forests of the Great Northwoods, where he developed a profound love for the natural world that continues to inspire his work today. After a successful 20-year career as an award-winning illustrator, John transitioned to painting full-time in 2002.…

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#51 - Trouble Brewing in Our National Parks w/ Gloria Liu 1:00:26

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In this episode, I speak with journalist Gloria Liu about her recent article on National Parks in RE:PUBLIC and Outside Magazine, her career trajectory, and the significance of long-form journalism. We delve into the condition of national parks, the impact of staffing shortages, and the Trump administration’s approach to public lands. Gloria shares…

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#50 - The "Fix" Our Forests Act Scam w/ Jennifer Mamola & Josh Osher 1:23:09

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In this episode, I speak with Jennifer Mamola of the John Muir Project and Josh Osher of Western Watersheds Project about the Fix Our Forests Act (FOFA), its implications, and the actions needed to prevent its passage. Our conversation delves deeply into various aspects of the bill, including its potential impact on public lands, logging, vegetatio…

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WHY PUBLIC LANDS ADVOCACY MATTERS MORE THAN EVER (with Jillian Bar-Av, Heartwood Forest Protection Podcast) 42:03

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On episode 98 of the Green Root Podcast—the official podcast of Eco-Integrity Alliance—we talk about past, present, and future threats to public forestlands with Jillian Bar-Av, member of Heartwood (est. 1991) and host of the new Heartwood Forest Protection Podcast. Host Josh Schlossberg talks with Jillian about: -How Heartwood has united forest pr…

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#49 - Corner Crossing Legal Victory: A Game Changer for Public Land Access w/ Ryan Semerad 52:59

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In this episode, I speak with Ryan Semerad—attorney with Fuller & Semerad Law Firm—who represented the four hunters who were charged with trespass after corner crossing over a private ranch onto public lands in Wyoming. The Supreme Court issued an order on Monday declining to hear the case, upholding the district court ruling dropping the charges. …

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BEATING BACK TRUMP’S FOREST SERVICE (with Jeff Stant, Indiana Forest Alliance) 58:08

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On episode 97 of the Green Root Podcast—the official podcast of Eco-Integrity Alliance—we celebrate a major victory over the Trump administration’s U.S. Forest Service in the Hoosier National Forest in Indiana, with Jeff Stant, National Forest Program Advisor for Indiana Forest Alliance. Host Josh Schlossberg talks with Jeff about: -The “stop work”…

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#48 - A Montana Conservation Legend w/ Joe Gutkoski & Pat Simmons 1:32:14

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In this episode, I interview Joe Gutkoski, a conservation legend and hero to many in Southwest Montana. Joe passed away in 2021. In the introduction, I am joined by former friend and colleague Pat Simmons who shares personal stories and background about Joe. Joe was born and raised in northeast Pennsylvania, and details his move to Montana after se…

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Episode #237 Melissa Smith - Sociological Aspects of State Species Management 1:00:01

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Melissa Smith is the Executive Director & Founder of Friends of the Wisconsin Wolf & Wildlife and has served on D.C. environmental committees with a deep understanding of the Endangered Species Act. She explored the significance of sociological sciences within state policy management of species, how this influences the effectiveness of State Endang…

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#47 - Public Land Warriors w/ Ryan Busse 1:20:32

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In this episode, I interview Ryan Busse, 2024 Democratic candidate for Montana Governor and former executive with Kimber Firearms. We discuss crucial issues surrounding public lands, conservation, and hunting advocacy. Ryan highlights his concern for the declining state of democracy and its impact on public lands, emphasizing the need for hunters a…

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DOES ENVIRONMENTAL COMPROMISE WORK? (with Adam Bronstein, Our Public Lands) 1:16:59

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On episode 96 of the Green Root Podcast—the official podcast of Eco-Integrity Alliance—we question whether or not decades of well-funded, influential “Big Green” environmental NGOs compromising with industry and government has been effective, and explore how a strong and united grassroots movement might offer a better alternative, with Adam Bronste…

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Episode #236 Dr. John Vucetich - Government Interference in Native Species Restoration 1:04:35

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Dr. John Vucetich has been working on the Isle Royale Wolf & Moose Project for over 30 years. He is a distinguished Professor at Michigan Technological University where he teaches Wildlife Ecology and Environmental Ethics. We discussed the global biodiversity crisis we are currently in at the moment, the value of species within the context of an en…

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#46 - RE:PUBLIC: A New Voice in Public Lands Journalism w/ Christopher Keyes 49:05

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In this episode, I interview Christopher Keyes, former editor-in-chief of Outside Magazine about his new venture RE:PUBLIC, a journalism outlet dedicated to covering public lands issues. We discuss his journalism career and 15 years working at Outside Magazine. Our conversation covers the significance of public lands, the recreation economy, and th…

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Episode #235 Leo Miranda - Conservation Without Conflict 1:16:55

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Leo Miranda was the USFWS Southeast Regional Director from 2018-2022, and is the Founder and CEO of Leo Miranda LLC which creates innovative wildlife conservation policy solutions. He also serves at the Executive Director for Conservation Without Conflict, a proven approach to conservation and a coalition of public and private partners with highly …

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ANDY MAHLER: A LEGEND OF FOREST PROTECTION (1951-2025) 43:33

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Green Root Podcast #95: ANDY MAHLER: A LEGEND OF FOREST PROTECTION (1951-2025) On a very sad but very special episode 95 of the Green Root Podcast—the official podcast of Eco-Integrity Alliance—we share one of the last interviews with legendary forest advocate, Andy Mahler, who passed away in August at the age of 74. We hope you enjoy and savor thi…

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#45 - The Enduring Wild: A Journey Through California BLM Lands w/ Josh Jackson 57:22

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In this episode, I interview Josh Jackson, author and public lands advocate. Our discussion centers around Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands and the imperative of connecting people to these vast stretches of public lands. We discuss Josh’s new book, The Enduring Wild, which focuses on California BLM lands and aims to highlight their beauty and …

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#44 - Unmasking Active Forest Management w/ Josh Schlossberg 1:16:28

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In this episode, I interview Josh Schlossberg, a forest advocate, coordinator of the Eco-Integrity Alliance, and eco-horror writer. Josh discusses the complexities of forest management and the profound challenges that come with advocating for public lands. We critically examine the role of propaganda and biased journalism in shaping public opinion …

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EASTERN FORESTS UNDER ATTACK! 57:49

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On episode 94 of the Green Root Podcast—the official podcast of Eco-Integrity Alliance—we report breaking news on the destructive logging threatening the Bell Smith Springs National Natural Landmark in Illinois and the legal battle on which the future of the Shawnee National Forest depends, with Sam Stearns, founder of Friends of Bell Smith Springs…

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Episode #234 Adam Bronstein - The Roadless Rule 1:03:05

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Adam Bronstein has been with Western Watersheds Project since 2020 and is the Oregon Director for the organization. Adam grew up exploring the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York, and received a BS from SUNY ESF in Syracuse, NY in Environmental Studies and Geographic Information Technologies. He discussed the parameters of the Roadless Rule, e…

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#43 - Protecting Whistleblowers and Public Employees w/ Tim Whitehouse 40:30

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In this episode, I interview Tim Whitehouse, executive director of Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER). Tim discusses PEER's unique mission in representing public employees, particularly whistleblowers. Our conversation touches on the challenges faced by public employees, the critical state of public lands, and the impact of cu…

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Episode #233 Lizzy Pennock - Ruling on ESA Protections for Wolves in the Northern Rocky Mountains 1:14:32

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Lizzy Pennock has been the Carnivore Coexistence Attorney for WIldEarth Guardians for 4 years. Earlier in August, a federal district court in Missoula ruled that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service violated the Endangered Species Act (ESA) when it determined that gray wolves in the western United States do not warrant federal protections. Lizzy went…

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Do Democrat Politicians Care About the Environment? (w/ Karen Breslin, Democratic Senate Candidate) 50:55

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On episode 93 of the Green Root Podcast—the official podcast of Eco-Integrity Alliance—we get political on the topic of whether elected officials in the Democratic party are walking their talk when it comes to protecting the natural world, with Karen Breslin, democratic candidate running for the U.S. Senate from Colorado. Host Josh Schlossberg talk…

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#42 - Love Battles for the Wild w/ Brock Evans 1:34:21

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In this episode, I sit down with Brock Evans, a legend in the conservation movement. Brock is now 88 years old and lives in La Grande, Oregon with his wife Linda. He discusses his decades-long journey of conservation efforts ranging from protecting the North Cascades National Park, to the Hells Canyon and the French Pete drainage in Oregon. He reco…

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#41 - Protecting America's Roadless Forests w/ Len Montgomery 1:03:03

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In this episode, I interview Len Montgomery — the Great Outdoors Campaign Director for Environment America, about her background in environmental activism and her work to protect public lands and forests. Len shares insights from her early days collecting public comments for the Roadless Rule and her experiences as an environmental organizer. Our d…

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FOREST FIRE MALFEASANCE (w/Chad Hanson, Fire Ecologist) 50:04

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On episode 92 of the Green Root Podcast—the official podcast of Eco-Integrity Alliance—we get scorched by FOREST FIRE MALFEASANCE (ForestFireMalfeasance.org), a new report exposing a government coverup of peer-reviewed science to promote logging on public lands, with Dr. Chad Hanson, research ecologist and director of John Muir Project. Host Josh S…

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#40 - Reversing the Most Unprecedented Assault on Public Lands in Modern History w/ Jim Pattiz 1:35:10

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In this episode, I interview Jim Pattiz of More Than Just Parks, to talk about the unprecedented damages to public lands that we can soon expect from the recent enactment of the Big Beautiful Bill. First, we discuss his latest film about the Ocmulgee Mounds, an ancient indigenous gathering site in Georgia before moving on the impacts of the recent …

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#39 - Wild Bison Conservation & Tribal Co-Management w/ Dallas Gudgell 58:24

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In this episode, I speak with Dallas Gudgell, a tribal member of the Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes about the conservation movement today, indigenous perspectives, and the current state and challenges of bison management in and around Yellowstone National Park. Dallas discusses tribal leadership and inclusive decision-making in addressing c…

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#38 - Setting the Stage for Wilderness Protection in the Gallatin Range w/ Glenn Monahan 30:30

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In this episode, Glenn Monahan of the Gallatin Yellowstone Wilderness Alliance discusses the history of the Gallatin Range land exchanges, focusing on Big Sky's development and the impact on wilderness protection. Initiating with land ownership complexities since 1862, Glenn describes the role of pivotal land exchanges in the 1990s. He highlights t…

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Episode #232 Michael Axel Hunnicutt - Wolves in California 1:07:50

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Axel Hunnicutt has been with California Department of Fish & Wildlife for over 4 years and is the State Gray Wolf Coordinator. He has previously worked in Africa with multiple endangers and threatened species, protecting habitats and wildlife while promoting coexistence benefits to the surrounding communities. Axel discussed the recolonization of w…

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IS DEFENDING THE “ROADLESS RULE” ENOUGH? (with Gary Macfarlane, Friends of the Clearwater) 41:07

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On episode 91 of the Green Root Podcast—the official podcast of Eco-Integrity Alliance—we get off the beaten path to discuss current threats to roll back the “Roadless Rule” and whether the decades-old conservation strategy of defending the status quo of weak public lands protections is working, with Gary Macfarlane, board member of Friends of the …

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#37 - The Importance of Quiet w/ Matt Mikkelsen 53:50

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In this episode, I interview Matt Mikkelsen of Quiet Parks International, to discuss the importance of preserving quiet in our natural and urban environments. Matt delves into the effects of noise pollution, such as increased stress levels and its impact on wildlife communication. Our conversation also highlights the global efforts by Quiet Parks I…

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Episode #231 James Holt - The Nez Perce Relationship with the Environment 58:23

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James Holt has been a tribal member of the Nez Perce for 13 years and has worked in Environmental Sciences & Tribal Community Engagement for nearly three decades. He also specializes in tribal public policy, including natural resources and water policy development; climate change planning; wilderness management; and utilities administration for the…

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HOW THE PUBLIC LANDS MOVEMENT FAILED (with Denise Boggs, Conservation Congress) 42:30

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On episode 90 of the Green Root Podcast—the official podcast of Eco-Integrity Alliance—we peek behind the green curtain to uncover the REAL reasons why we keep losing our public lands to more logging, mining, drilling, and grazing, with Denise Boggs, director of Conservation Congress (conservationcongress-ca.org). Host Josh Schlossberg talks with D…

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#36 - Defending the Northern Rockies Ecosystem w/ Michael Garrity 1:19:18

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In this episode, I interview Michael Garrity, executive director of the Alliance for the Wild Rockies. Mike discusses in detail numerous legal battles led by the Alliance, aimed at protecting imperiled species such as grizzly bears, bull trout, and lynx, from destructive practices such as road building, logging, and livestock grazing. Specific exam…

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Episode #230 Laurie Cousins - Nature Based Therapy & Wolf Wisdom 56:47

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Laurie Cousins is a Trauma-Informed Mindfulness Teacher who has been with Wolf Connection since 2018. Known for her work in healing trauma and addiction recovery, Laurie focuses on treating the cyclical root causes of compulsive behaviors while building self-love and resiliency. She spoke about the ways that nature based therapy can help us reconne…

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#35 - Exploring the Biodiversity of Snag Forests w/ Maya Khosla & Craig Swolgaard 1:05:58

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In this episode, I catch up with Maya Khosla and Craig Swolgaard in the field in a recently burned snag forest near Mono Lake, California. Our discussion revolves around the ecological importance of snag forests (areas with standing dead trees primarily caused by wildfires and/or insects). Maya and Craig discuss the ecological significance and the …

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#34 - Sequoia Gate: Government Deception and Natural Regeneration in the Groves w/ Dr. Chad Hanson 1:15:45

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In this episode, I mic up Dr. Chad Hanson of the John Muir Project in the sequoia groves of Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Park in Southern California as part of a preliminary research trip to study post fire recovery. Chad discusses the response of the National Park Service to the 2020 and 2021 wildfires revealing discrepancies between government c…

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Episode #229 Alma "Rosie" Sanchez - Carnivore Biologist for the Nez Perce Tribe 55:25

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Alma "Rosie" Sanchez is the Carnivore Biologist for the Nez Perce Tribe and is also a PhD student at The University of Colorado Boulder. She combines Indigenous political ecology and carnivore ecology in both fieldwork and research. Rosie has focused on revitalizing management plans, deploying field projects to determine occupancy and migration, an…

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#33 - The Big Ugly Public Lands Bill w/ Josh Osher 50:32

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In this episode, I interview Josh Osher, Public Policy Director with Western Watersheds Project. Josh provides an in-depth look at the budget reconciliation process and its implications for public lands and federal spending. He explains the difference between annual and 10-year budgets, the appropriations process, and how budget reconciliation allo…

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#32 - Roadless Rule Rollback—The State of Roadless Area Protections w/ Gary Macfarlane & Katie Bilodeau 1:13:44

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In this episode, I interview Gary Macfarlane and Katie Bilodeau about the threats posed to roadless areas on Forest Service lands. We delve into the history and current challenges faced in conserving these invaluable wildlands. We discuss loopholes in the state-specific roadless rules and their impacts on public lands. Emphasizing the urgency to pr…

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WORST Public Lands Scheme of the CENTURY? 41:33

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On episode 89 of the Green Root Podcast—the official podcast of Eco-Integrity Alliance—we shine a bright light through the media blackout of what may be the single most destructive public lands scheme of the century with Andrew Rothman, Wildlife Habitat Conservationist and founder of the Rainforest Biodiversity Group. Host Josh Schlossberg talks wi…

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#31 - The Ground Truth: Livestock Impacts to Western Desert Ecosystems w/ Jonathan Ratner 55:22

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In this episode, I speak with Jonathan Ratner from Sage-Steppe Wild. Jonathan discusses the often unnoticed degradation caused by livestock grazing on public lands and shares his experiences working with agencies like the Bureau of Land Management and the Forest Service. He recounts eye-opening moments from his conservation career, including detail…

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#30 - Public Land Sales Back in the Budget Bill w/ Steve Bloch 35:56

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In this episode, I interview Steve Bloch from the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance (SUWA) about the looming threats to public lands posed by Senator Mike Lee's Senate budget bill provisions. We discuss Lee's desire to sell millions of acres of federal public lands across 11 Western states, which is part of a broader republican extractive agenda. W…

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Episode #228 Nita Strauss - The Wolf You Feed 35:38

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Nita Strauss is a Los Angeles born guitarist who has toured around the globe, playing with musical artists like Demi Lovato and Alice Cooper, while releasing two solo albums Controlled Chaos (2018) and The Call of the Void (2023). She was also the first female to have a signature guitar through Ibanez guitars, the Ibanez JIVA. We spoke with Nita ab…

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Local Government AXES Forests and Democracy 47:52

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On episode 88 of the Green Root Podcast—the official podcast of Eco-Integrity Alliance—we unearth an alarming level of public forest destruction, science denial, and sidestepping of participatory democracy in Jefferson County, Colorado with citizen advocate Mike Rawluk. Host Josh Schlossberg talks with Mike about: -How he went from being an unwitti…

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Episode #227 Hannah Rheaume - A Visit to Wolf Connection and A Yellowstone Story 26:45

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Hannah Rheaume has been a professional photographer for 5 years. She has traveled the globe, sharing her stories through the lens of her camera, while aiming to explore the complexities of humans and their impact on the natural world. Hannah spoke about her interactions with the pack at Wolf Connection, the photo workshop she hosted in Yellowstone,…

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#29 - Our Common Ground w/ John Leshy 1:06:20

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In this episode, I interview John Leshy, an influential academic and public servant who has served in multiple presidential administrations in the realm of public lands management and its associated politics. Our discussion covers John’s interest and career progression in public lands, key legislative and administrative milestones, the evolution of…

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Public Forests as Climate Refuges (with Rick Bass, Yaak Valley Forest Council) 29:44

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On episode 87 of the Green Root Podcast—the official podcast of Eco-Integrity Alliance—we celebrate the campaign to protect public forests as climate refuges with Rick Bass, Executive Director of the Yaak Valley Forest Council. Host Josh Schlossberg talks with Rick Bass about his organization’s work defending the uniquely biodiverse Yaak Valley in …

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Mining Sacred Lands (with Dov Korff-Korn, Sacred Defense Fund) 57:00

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On episode 86 of the Green Root Podcast—the official podcast of Eco-Integrity Alliance—we delve deep into the ecological, physical, cultural, and spiritual harm caused by mining public lands with Dov Korff-Korn, legal director of the Sacred Defense Fund. Host Josh Schlossberg talks with Dov Korff-Korn about his work as an attorney with the Lakota P…