Living Downstream

Global warming, Climate Change, and the move to put Environmental Rights in Oregon’s Constitution. Learn more when we talk with Stuart Liebowitz of the Douglas County Global Warming Coalition and Alan Journey of South Oregon Climate Action Now.

Amphibians of the Pacific Northwest! We speak with Dede Olson of the Forest Service about the evolution of amphibians in the Pacific Northwest. The unique climate and geology of the area isolated populations, limited gene flow and drove evolution of new species.

The Mazama Newt is found in only one place in the world - Crater Lake, easily among the top 5 most pure and pristine lakes in the world. But this small amphibian, which used to be the top predator in the lake, is nearing extinction due to the introduction of signal crayfish and other fish into its unique habitat.

Rimrock Draw Rockshelter in eastern Oregon is one of the oldest archaeological sites in North America, showing human occupation as far back as 18,000 years ago. Learn more as we speak with Dr Patrick O’Grady, who has been leading the excavation.

Meet Julie Bailey, an Oregon-based mixed-media artist whose work explores the beautiful, complex interdependence between humanity and the natural world. Learn about the new art initiative called Vacant to Vibrant project to revitalize downtown Roseburg.

‘Agent of the Wild’ - a conversation with a professional photographer, story teller, and voice for the wild. Tune into this weekend’s episode of Living Downstream when we speak with Dan Amos - someone who waits for light, listens to landscapes , and lets the wild speak first

Explore the damage to thousands and thousands of acres of trees created by the Emerald Ash Borer on its way West, and how Oregon is responding. A colossal volunteer effort is underway to combat this threat. We speak with Jennifer Killian, Assistant Professor in Urban Forestry with Oregon State.

Explore how AI technology is contributing to research and tracking of spotted owls and other wildlife.

Discussion with Dr. Chris Adlam, Southwest Regional Fire Specialist with OSU about wildfires, climate change, and resiliency.

Mushroom experts Brandi Davies and Bryce Englehardt discuss mushroom foraging, safety, science and evolution of mushrooms.