This week, Chris shifts focus to recommending several podcasts that align with the mission of desert protection and conservation. Marissa Ortega Welch’s “How Wild” challenges conventional perceptions of wilderness by exploring cultural narratives that shape our understanding of solitude in nature. With Emily Guerin’s investigative series, "California City," listeners uncover the tantalizing history and real estate tales of this less-known Mojave Desert town. Michael Elizabeth Sakas captivates audiences with "Parched," a series that unpacks the critical water shortages plaguing the Colorado River Basin. And Jennifer Errick from the National Parks Conservation Association's podcast The Secret Lives of Parks gets Chris and Luke Basulto out in the field to talk desert protection Highlighting gems from these productions, this episode celebrates the intricate beauty and significance of deserts in contemporary discourse.

Key Takeaways:
Discover various perspectives on wilderness concepts with Marissa Ortega Welch in "How Wild," which critiques the cultural narratives surrounding solitude and wilderness.
Explore the thrilling investigative journey of Emily Guerin's podcast "California City" to explore historical and ongoing real estate dynamics in the desert.
Gain insights into the pressing water issues facing the Colorado River Basin with Michael Elizabeth Sakas' comprehensive series "Parched."
Hear from Jennifer Errick and Luke Basulto on the newly designated Chuckwalla National Monument and the importance of connecting desert landscapes for better ecological health. 

Resources:
How Wild with Marissa Ortega Welch https://www.howwild.org/
California City by Emily Guerin https://laist.com/podcasts/california-city 
Parched, Hosted by Michael Elizabeth Sakas https://www.cpr.org/podcast/parched/ 
The Secret Lives of Parks, with Jennifer Errick https://thesecretlivesofparks.org/
The Border Chronicle https:/theborderchronicle.com 
Desert Oracle https://www.desertoracle.com/radio/
Desert Advocacy Media Network https://thedamn.org

This week, Chris shifts focus to recommending several podcasts that align with the mission of desert protection and conservation. Marissa Ortega Welch&rsquo;s &ldquo;How Wild&rdquo; challenges conventional perceptions of wilderness by exploring cultural narratives that shape our understanding of solitude in nature. With Emily Guerin&rsquo;s investigative series, "California City," listeners uncover the tantalizing history and real estate tales of this less-known Mojave Desert town. Michael Elizabeth Sakas captivates audiences with "Parched," a series that unpacks the critical water shortages plaguing the Colorado River Basin. And Jennifer Errick from the National Parks Conservation Association's podcast The Secret Lives of Parks gets Chris and Luke Basulto out in the field to talk desert protection Highlighting gems from these productions, this episode celebrates the intricate beauty and significance of deserts in contemporary discourse.
Key Takeaways:
<ul>
<li>Discover various perspectives on wilderness concepts with Marissa Ortega Welch in "How Wild," which critiques the cultural narratives surrounding solitude and wilderness.</li>
<li>Explore the thrilling investigative journey of Emily Guerin's podcast "California City" to explore historical and ongoing real estate dynamics in the desert.</li>
<li>Gain insights into the pressing water issues facing the Colorado River Basin with Michael Elizabeth Sakas' comprehensive series "Parched."</li>
<li>Hear from Jennifer Errick and Luke Basulto on the newly designated Chuckwalla National Monument and the importance of connecting desert landscapes for better ecological health.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Resources:
<ul>
<li>How Wild with Marissa Ortega Welch <a href="https://www.howwild.org/">https://www.howwild.org/</a></li>
<li>California City by Emily Guerin <a href="https://laist.com/podcasts/california-city">https://laist.com/podcasts/california-city</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>Parched, Hosted by Michael Elizabeth Sakas <a href="https://www.cpr.org/podcast/parched/">https://www.cpr.org/podcast/parched/</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>The Secret Lives of Parks, with Jennifer Errick&nbsp;<a href="https://thesecretlivesofparks.org/">https://thesecretlivesofparks.org/</a></li>
<li>The Border Chronicle <a href="https://www.theborderchronicle.com/">https:/theborderchronicle.com</a>&nbsp;</li>
<li>Desert Oracle <a href="https://www.desertoracle.com/radio/">https://www.desertoracle.com/radio/</a></li>
<li>Desert Advocacy Media Network <a href="https://thedamn.org">https://thedamn.org</a></li>
</ul>

Join Chris Clarke and a variety of guests as they explore the challenges and opportunities of the American Southwest's fragile ecosystems. Engaging interviews with experts, activists, and advocates on conservation, land management, and environmental justice. Science and sentiment, politics and philosophy, hiking and history, culture and creativity all go into defending the desert. Be forewarned: We are out to recruit you to the cause.

Join Chris Clarke and a variety of guests as they explore the challenges and opportunities of the American Southwest's fragile ecosystems. Engaging interviews with experts, activists, and advocates on conservation, land management, and environmental justice. Science and sentiment, politics and philosophy, hiking and history, culture and creativity all go into defending the desert. Be forewarned: We are out to recruit you to the cause.

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90 Miles from Needles: the Desert Protection Podcast

Join host Chris Clarke and guests as they explore the challenges and opportunities of the American Southwest's fragile ecosystems. Engaging interviews with experts, activists, and advocates on conservation, land management, and environmental justice.

Join host Chris Clarke and guests as they explore the challenges and opportunities of the American Southwest's fragile ecosystems. Engaging interviews with experts, activists, and advocates on conservation, land management, and environmental justice.

Join host Chris Clarke on "90 Miles from Needles: The Desert Protection Podcast," as he delves into intriguing desert-themed podcasts like "How Wild," "The Secret Lives of Parks," and "Parched," featuring voices like Marissa Ortega Welch and Jennifer Errick. Explore reflections on solitude, desert conservation, and the Colorado River's plight. Meet Luke Basulto and others advocating for desert landscapes. This episode also revisits Emily Guerin's investigative series, “California City,” addressing real estate scammery in the desert.