desert protection podcast

January 21, 2025

S4E2: Good News at Ash Meadows

Join host Chris Clarke and guest Mason Voehl, Executive Director of the Amargosa Conservancy, as they discuss a critical victory in desert conservation—a temporary halt to lithium exploration near Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge.

December 24, 2024

S3E37: BLM Cozies Up To Renewable Energy Companies

A bombshell article exposes a too-close relationship between BLM's Nevada offices and energy developers. We talk to journalist Jimmy Tobias, who broke the story.

December 18, 2024

S3E36: Laughing Coyotes and Saguaro Dreams: An Unlikely Desert Awakening

Chris Clarke reflects on a transformative year for the 90 Miles from Needles podcast and his deep connection to the desert. The episode covers diverse topics, from conserving lands in the U.S.-Mexico border area to the impact of legal decisions in Nevada. Clarke shares personal stories of discovering the desert, its wildlife, and its profound effect on his life. He also encourages listeners to share their experiences with desert protection.

September 24, 2024

S3E28: There Ain't No Big Faucet: Water Politics with the Great Basin Water Network

Chris Clarke hosts Kyle Roerink, Executive Director of the Great Basin Water Network, to discuss critical water issues in the arid Southwest. They delve into the complexities of proposed lithium mines near the Colorado River, the future of Lake Powell and Lake Mead, and long-standing water management challenges.