Let’s Talk Boulder

Episode 3: Building Resilience Together

Wildfire preparedness tips and some honest conversations about the importance of supporting your neighbors. 
 
Special guests in this episode: 
Isabel Sanchez, Community Member 
Jamie Carpenter, Wildland Operations Specialist
Kerry Webster, Wildland Fire Senior Program Manager
Brett KenCairn, Climate Senior Policy Advisor 
This episode was hosted by Marya Washburn, Emily Sandoval and Leah Kelleher. It was produced and edited by Leah Kelleher. Theme music by Chad Crouch. 
 
Resources mentioned in the episode: 
The City’s Wildfire Preparedness Guide
 

Episode 2: Fighting Fire Before It Happens

Dive into tools and strategies that help create a more resilient, healthy community where people and other local life can thrive. 
 
Special guests in this episode: 
Kerry Webster, Wildland Fire Senior Program Manager
Brett KenCairn, Climate Senior Policy Advisor 
Chris Wanner, Vegetation Stewardship Senior Manager
Zach Hedstrom, Mushroom Grower and Owner of Boulder Mushroom
This episode was hosted by Marya Washburn and Leah Kelleher. It was produced and edited by Leah Kelleher. Theme music is Wide Eyes by Chad Crouch. 
Resources mentioned in the episode: 
Using Trees and Vegetation to Cool Areas
Nature-based Climate Solutions
Wildfire Management on Open Space and Mountain Parks
The City’s Wildfire Preparedness Guide
Boulder Heat Maps
Zach Hedstrom's work with the Boulder Watershed Collective and Grama Grass & Livestock is funded by the Boulder County Climate Innovation Fund, which is funded in part by the City of Boulder.
 
Music in this episode:
Song Sparrow Serenade (Instrumental) by Chad Crouch
Smooth Stone by Blue Dot Sessions
Stillness by Blue Dot Sessions
Paper Napkin by Blue Dot Sessions
City Lights by Chad Crouch
Platformer by Chad Crouch
A Little Powder by Blue Dot Sessions
Bon Journée by Chad Crouch
 

Episode 1: Good Fire, Bad Fire and Climate Change

Explore the connection between wildfire and the climate crisis.  
 
Special guests in this episode:
Jamie Carpenter, Wildland Operations Specialist
Kerry Webster, Wildland Fire Senior Program Manager
Brett KenCairn, Climate Senior Policy Advisor 
Chris Wanner, Vegetation Stewardship Senior Manager
This episode was hosted by Leah Kelleher and Marya Washburn. It was produced and edited by Leah Kelleher. Theme music is Wide Eyes by Chad Crouch.
 
Check out resources mentioned in the episode: 
Marshall Fire Story Map
Wildfire Preparedness Guide
National Academy of Sciences Study: Climate Stabilization Targets (2011).
Music in this episode:
Ivory Pillow by Blue Dot Sessions
Seafoam by Chad Crouch
Stingray - Dangerous Thought by Blue Dot Sessions
A Little Powder by Blue Dot Sessions
Headlights/Mountain Road by Blue Dot Sessions
Small Hours by Chad Crouch
 
Read the full transcript on our website. 
 

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