Chris Clarke

Chris Clarke

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July 24, 2024

S3E22: Debunking Snake Misconceptions

Chris talks to Luke Basulto about our no-legged cousins in the desert.

July 16, 2024

S3E21: The War on Facts: Environmental Protection after Chevron

Under Chevron, agencies interpreted often vague language in laws passed by Congress. Supreme Court’s move now reallocates these decisions to the courts. We explain what this means. Become a desert defender!: https://90milesfromneedles.com/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

June 26, 2024

S3E20: Desert Protection versus Climate Capitalism: Can we have both?

Don't call us shills. It won't work.

June 18, 2024

S3E19: Oh, those dark desert skies

Mitch Miller and Steve Bardwell join us to discuss the significance of dark skies. "Light pollution is like bringing up the house lights during the best song," says Mitch. Learn more about protecting our dark skies with 90 Miles from Needles.

June 11, 2024

S3E18: Don't Die Today! Staying Safe in Desert Heat

We delve into the dangers of desert heat in this episode. Learn about heat-related injuries, from sunburn and heat cramps to the severe threat of heatstroke and a lesser-known peril: pavement burns experienced by vulnerable populations. Practical tips for staying safe amidst climbing temperatures ...

June 04, 2024

S3E17: Submerged No More! Restoring Chemehuevi Land and Traditions

Corn, squash, and beans aren’t just crops; they’re living symbols of resilience, culture, and hope.

May 21, 2024

S3E16: Ash Meadows Faces New Mining Threat

In this episode we welcome back Mason Voehl from the Amargosa Conservancy for an engaging and informative update on the situation surrounding Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge and the threat of lithium mining explorations

May 15, 2024

S3E15: The Surprising Longevity of Desert Plants

There are tens of thousands of plants more than a millennium old growing in the deserts of North America.

May 07, 2024

S3E14: Saving El Paso's Rio Bosque Wetlands

Chris Clarke interviews activist Jon Rezendes about the threats facing the Rio Bosque Wetlands in El Paso, Texas

April 30, 2024

S3E13: Why Protecting Cultural Sites is Important

Discover the widespread issue of looting and vandalism of archaeological resources in the Southwest US on this episode of 90 Miles from Needles. Shannon Cowell and Dusty Whiting from Archaeology Southwest discuss the impact of these crimes on Native American tribes and the importance of preserving...