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Courier ConversationsFaith, Politics, and NYC's FutureSend us a textWhat happens when religious faith directly impacts political governance? In our latest deep dive, we examine the surprising rise of Zoran Mamdani, the 33-year-old Democrat who openly identifies as both socialist and communist while now standing as the nominee for mayor of America's financial capital.Our co-host Travis Kearns brings his extensive expertise in world religions to unpack the profound implications of Mamdani's Twelver Shiite Muslim background—the same branch that governs Iran. We explore how this specific Islamic worldview might shape governance approaches in New York City, from economic policies to...2025-07-3121 min

Environmental Professionals Radio (EPR)Building a Career in Science Communication, Listening as a Skill, and Working with Communities with Faith KearnsShare your Field Stories!Welcome back to Environmental Professionals Radio, Connecting the Environmental Professionals Community Through Conversation, with your hosts Laura Thorne and Nic Frederick! On today’s episode, we talk with Faith Kearns, scientist and science communication practitioner about Building a Career in Science Communication, Listening as a Skill, and Working with Communities. Read her full bio below.Help us continue to create great content! If you’d like to sponsor a future episode hit the support podcast button or visit www.environmentalprofessionalsradio.com/sponsor-form Showtimes: 2:03 - Skills o...2025-07-0545 min

Courier ConversationsFaith, Flag, and Freedom: Navigating Christian PatriotismSend us a textAs Independence Day approaches, Christians face the perennial question: How should we navigate the relationship between our faith and our national identity? In this thought-provoking conversation, we explore the biblical foundations for a Christian's responsibility toward the state, beginning with the nuanced understanding of Romans 13.While Paul instructs believers to submit to governing authorities, this submission has clear boundaries. When government demands contradict scripture or conscience, Christians must respectfully dissent. From abortion laws to restrictions on religious gatherings during COVID-19, believers constantly navigate this delicate balance.The Baptist tradition...2025-06-3022 min

Water TalkEp 67: Wildfire and Water InfrastructureA conversation with Drs. Greg Pierce (UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation) and Faith Kearns (ASU Water Innovation Initiative) about water infrastructure before, during, and following wildfires. Released January 24, 2025. 2025-01-2449 min

Courier ConversationsBalancing Faith and Fandom: Exploring Sports as Gifts and IdolsSend us a textWhat happens when the thrill of a last-minute touchdown crosses paths with the teachings of faith? Join us in an enlightening discussion featuring Brian Payne, lead pastor of Lakeview Baptist Church and former University of Alabama football player. Together with Travis Kearns and me, Jeff Robinson, we reflect on Alabama, Clemson, and Georgia's recent playoff exits and what they reveal about the fascinating intersection of sports and Christianity. You'll hear personal stories, like Travis's Clemson devotion shining through his orange wedding band, and how each of us finds our sports passion reflecting in...2025-01-1523 min

Water TalkEp 63: Growing AgavesA conversation with California agave growers Ofelia Lichtenheld (East San Diego County) and Jordie Ricigliano (Central Coast) about opportunities and challenges for agave production. Released December 6, 2024. 2024-12-0638 min

Water TalkEp 62: Reflecting on SGMA after ten yearsA conversation with Deputy Director for Sustainable Water Management Paul Gosselin (CA Department of Water Resources) about California's groundwater governance and progress towards sustainability goals. Released November 22, 2024. 2024-11-2242 min

Water TalkEp 61: Blackwater SwampsA conversation with professor Ryan Emanuel (hydrologist, Lumbee tribe member, Duke University) about Indigenous survival and resilience across swamps, plains, and blackwaters in Eastern North Carolina. Released November 15, 2024. 2024-11-1543 min

Water TalkEp 60: Colorado River CompactA conversation with John Fleck (author, journalist, University of New Mexico) and Kathryn Sorenson (Senior Global Futures Scientist, Kyl Center for Water Policy, Arizona State University) about the Colorado River Compact. Released November 8, 2024. 2024-11-0843 min

The Literacy View99-Evidence-based Answers to Questions About Decodable and Leveled Books with Dr. Devin KearnsSend us a textThe One About…Evidence-based Answers to Questions About Decodable and Leveled Books with Dr. Devin Kearns We ask Dr. Kearns to clarify misunderstandings about “pairing” decodables with leveled books. Is there evidence to suggest that leveled books offer richer narratives and vocabulary to enhance students’ language exposure? Research Article:“Text Types and Their Relation to Efficacy in Beginning Reading Interventions”Alia Pugh, Devin M. Kearns, Elfrieda H. HiebertFirst published: 22 June 2023https://ila.onlinelibr...2024-11-081h 01

Water TalkEp 59: Science and Civic EngagementA conversation with Dr. Juliet Christian-Smith (Union of Concerned Scientists) about the role of scientists in politics and policy with a focus on Western water policy. Released November 1, 2024.2024-11-0142 min

Courier ConversationsThe Enduring Impact of Reformation Day on Modern Faith and TheologySend us a textExplore the transformative legacy of Reformation Day with us and our distinguished guest, Dr. Walter Johnson, a seasoned expert in church history and theology. Discover how the monumental events sparked by Martin Luther's 95 Theses in 1517 continue to shape modern faith and emphasize the importance of returning to biblical authority. Through engaging discussions, we reflect on the profound reactions of students encountering historical figures like John Bunyan and Jonathan Edwards, underscoring the enduring influence of Reformation principles on contemporary religious thought.We also tackle the necessity of engaging with differing theological views...2024-10-3126 min

Culture For Breakfast“Faith, Raw Milk and Building a Winning culture in the Dirt World”Interested in learning about how a combination of raw milk and JOCKO FUEL’s MOLK, basically taste like Blue Bell Icecream?Give this a listen today!We had had the privileage to sit down with one of our partners, Justin Harris, COO at Gregory Construction.Justin shared insight on how he wins at home while leading a rapidly growing civil construction company and talks about the integration of faith in the workplace and how EOS Worldwide has changed the game for their business.Bonus: You’ll get a recommendation for the best diner spot in all of Colu...2024-10-3025 min

Water TalkEp 58: Great Lakes CompactA conversation with environmental attorney and clinical law professor Oday Salim (National Wildlife Federation, University of Michigan Law School) about the Great Lakes Compact. Released October 25, 2024. 2024-10-2551 min

Water TalkEp 57: Urban Agriculture, Compost, and WaterA conversation with soil microbial ecologist Dr. Joshua Garcia about farming in cities, composting, and regenerative agriculture. Released October 18, 2024. 2024-10-1841 min

Water TalkEp 56: Climate Change & Mental HealthA conversation with climate psychologist and author Leslie Davenport about eco-anxiety, eco-grief, and mental health strategies for coping with climate change. Released October 11, 2024. 2024-10-1143 min

The B.rad PodcastBrad Kearns: Comprehensive Review Of Olympic Women's Track&Field CompetitionWelcome back to Brad’s Olympic Track & Field wrap up! I hope you enjoyed the lengthy presentation summarizing the men’s events, and now it’s time for a show dedicated to the awesome performances of the females on the track and the field for the Paris 2024 Olympics. In the first show, I gave you a little bit of an overview about my fascination with Olympic Track & Field and I also mentioned something I talk about more in this episode, which is how great it is to see a sport where the males and females are equally repres...2024-08-1657 min

Water TalkEp 55: Season 5 TeaserWelcome back to the fifth season of Water Talk! Cohosts Drs. Mallika Nocco, Faith Kearns, and Sam Sandoval talk about some big changes and updates for Season 5. Released August 16, 2024 2024-08-1612 min

Queer Theology7 Questions to Deepen Your FaithY’all know we love asking questions. So in this episode we’re gonna to get into the importance of asking questions to deepen one’s faith. That might seem counterintuitive to what we’ve been taught because so much of conservative religious upbringing is to NOT ask questions. We explain how asking questions is crucial because it helps individuals clarify what is important to them and what they want to achieve. We also talk about one of our favorite practices (journaling!) and we have 7 questions you can ask yourself right now to start deepening your faith. Tak...2024-04-2854 min

Culture For BreakfastFaith In BusinessWe are joined by my counterpart, my partner in crime, VP of Operations for FireSeeds, Matt Heard. He has been wanting to be on a podcast for a while now and he joins us to share how he implements his faith in his business, how important mentors are, and even his struggle with finding a go-to breakfast. Join us and listen to Matt's experience, I know if will resonate with you as a leader.2024-04-0831 min

Queer TheologyFear & Faith On Palm SundayIt’s Holy Week for many Christians, so we’re kicking it off with an episode on Palm Sunday. Palm Sunday is one of those things that we come back to. Like, a lot. The messy and powerful nature of Palm Sunday just lends itself to the parallels we see in the struggles of queer folk during the AIDS crisis and continuing today. On this Palm Sunday, we encourage you to stand up and confront oppressive theologies and injustices, even in the face of fear! We also want to encourage you to lean into your communities and networks during chal...2024-03-2427 min

We The Children - Kids Talk Climate SolutionsWater Wisdom: A deep dive into wildfires and water conservation with Dr. Faith KearnsSummary:For the most arid areas of our planet, water conservation and wildfires have always been hot topics. Climate change and a warming planet, however, have escalated this important conversation. It is now more necessary than ever to understand the impacts climate change will have on our water supply and weather, and come up with strategies to address them.Having grown up in Arizona, one of the driest places in the United States, our guest this episode hasn't just learned about the importance of water conservation—she's lived it! Dr. Faith Ke...2024-03-1233 min

Queer TheologyDeconstruct Your Faith Without Losing Yourself with Angela HerringtonFr. Shay talks with Angela J Herrington and discusses her new book, “Deconstructing Your Faith Without Losing Yourself.” Angela shares her personal journey of faith and the experiences that led her to write the book. She talks about her definition of deconstruction as the process of examining and questioning beliefs to determine what is worth keeping. She also addresses common misconceptions about deconstruction and explains why it has become a popular topic of discussion. We touch on the importance of slowing down, embracing uncertainty, and finding joy in the deconstruction process. Her book aims to support individuals navigating deconstruction. 2024-02-2540 min

Queer TheologyAn Untidy Faith with Kate BoydWe have Kate Boyd as our guest this week for a conversation that will really resonate with folks who have seen contradictions between what was in the real world versus what was taught in church. Kate is the author of “An Untidy Faith” and host of the Happy & Holy podcast. She helps weary and wounded Christians rebuild their relationship with Scripture and community and love God and their neighbors with their whole selves. She is currently pursuing a masters in theological studies with an emphasis in biblical studies at Perkins School of Theology. We talk about...2023-08-1336 min

Water TalkEp 54: Water Advocacy and ImplementationA conversation with Laurel Firestone (State Water Resources Control Board) about water governance, leadership, and policy implementation in CA. Released June 2, 2023. 2023-06-0240 min

Water TalkEp 53: Sierra SnowpackA conversation with Dr. Safeeq Khan (UC Merced) about the Sierra Nevada Snowpack, snow-vegetation-fire interactions, and snow futures. Released May 19, 2023. 2023-05-1946 min

Water TalkEp 52: Water Sovereignty and ArtistryA conversation with Dr. Brittani Orona (San Diego State University) about visual sovereignty, Indigenous history, artistry, and advocacy on waters. Released May 12, 2023. 2023-05-1243 min

Water TalkEp 51: Rural Socio-hydrologyA conversation with Dr. Daniel O'Connell (Central Valley Partnership) about land, water, and community development in the CA Central Valley. Released May 5, 2023. 2023-05-0535 min

Water TalkEp 50: Comparative Water PoliticsA conversation with Dr. Sharon Megdal (University of Arizona) about water governance in AZ and CA, recharge, transboundary aquifers, and science diplomacy. Released April 28, 2023.2023-04-2842 min

Water TalkEp 49: David 'Mas' MasumotoA conversation with farmer and author David 'Mas' Masumoto about peaches, regenerative practices, soil, water, and intergenerational histories in the CA Central Valley. Rereleased April 20, 2023 with original recordings from October 2020.2023-04-2135 min

Water TalkEp 48: The Salton Sea(s)A conversation with Dr. Traci Brynne Voyles (University of Oklahoma) about the environmental history of The Salton Sea as well as current and future challenges. Released April 14, 2023. 2023-04-1435 min

Water TalkEp 47: Regulating NitrogenA conversation with Claire Bjork (Central Coast Regional Water Board) about groundwater nitrogen policy, water quality compliance, and the Irrigated Lands Regulatory Program. Released April 7, 2023 2023-04-0738 min

Water TalkEp 46: Environmental Justice in the San Joaquin ValleyA conversation with Nayamin Martinez (Central California Environmental Justice Network) about environmental public health issues and activism in the San Joaquin Valley. Released March 24, 2023.2023-03-2430 min

Water TalkEp 45: Atmospheric RiversA conversation with Dr. Katerina Gonzales (EPA Climate Adaptation Advisor) and Dr. Daniel Swain (UCLA) about atmospheric rivers, climate extremes and futures, and climate science communication. Rereleased March 17, 2023 with original recordings from June 30, 2020.2023-03-1741 min

Water TalkEp 44: Water Insecurity and CircularityA conversation with Dr. Greg Pierce (UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation) about the Human Right to Water, the housing-water-fire nexus, wastewater equity, and green infrastructure. Released March 10, 2023. 2023-03-1044 min

Water TalkEp 43: Educating & Empowering Elected OfficialsA conversation with Leticia Gonzales (District 4 Supervisor, Madera County) and Victor Griego (Water Education for Latino Leaders) about representation in water governance, service through leadership, and action-oriented education for elected officials. Released March 3, 2023. 2023-03-0332 min

Water TalkEp 42: Regenerative ViticultureA conversation with UCCE Viticulture Advisor Dr. Chris Chen (Sonoma, Lake, Mendocino Counties) and soil scientist Noelymar Gonzalez-Maldonado (UC Davis) about regenerative viticulture, soils, and climate resilience in vineyards. Released February 24, 2023.2023-02-2447 min

Water TalkEp 41: Dam, History!A conversation with historian Varsha Venkatasubramanian (UC Berkeley) about the history of dams in the Western United States and the world as it relates to foreign policy, policy history, and environmental movements. Released February 17, 2023.2023-02-1748 min

Water TalkEp 40: Whiplash & ReflectionA conversation with Drs. Sam Sandoval, Faith Kearns, and Mallika Nocco about the 2023 Water Year so far, weather whiplash, and what it means for California agriculture and communities. Released February 10, 2023.2023-02-1042 min

Queer TheologyGrowing up Suburban Jewish & Finding Your Faith With Rabbi Danya RuttenbergTo close out our Jewish Leaders series, we have an inspiring interview with Rabbi Danya Ruttenberg. We cover a wide range of things; from her roots growing up secular in goth punk culture, finding her calling and faith, spiritual practices, and how queer folks harmed by religion can claim their faith again. As a Scholar in Residence at the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), her work is grounded in activism and we talk about how important it is today to continue to keep people safe and work towards a more just tomorrow. She is also an author with...2022-05-2955 min

Water TalkEp 39: Slow Water MovementsA conversation with Erica Gies (Author, Reporter, National Geographic Explorer) about water detectives, slowing down the movement of water, controlling water, and giving water space. Released May 6, 2022.2022-05-0644 min

Water TalkEp 38: Ag in the DeltaA conversation with Dr. Michelle Leinfelder-Miles (University of California Cooperative Extension Delta Crops Resource Management Advisor) about different types of crops, soils, salinity, and water management in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta region. Released April 29, 2022. 2022-04-2934 min

Water TalkEp 37: Water journalism and information flowsA conversation with Ian James (Los Angeles Times) about water journalism in the Western United States, developing stories, journalistic roles, sourcing data, and reporting on contentious water issues. Released April 22, 2022.2022-04-2229 min

Water TalkEp 36: Central Coast Wine and WaterA conversation with Mark Battany (University of California Cooperative Extension Water Management and Biometeorology Advisor) about viticulture, water use, fog, salinity, and water use for frost protection in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties. Released April 15, 2022.2022-04-1539 min

Water TalkEp 35: Disasters and Climate JusticeA conversation with Dr. Michael Méndez (UC Irvine) about climate-induced disasters, planning, responses, and justice in the Los Angeles area. Released April 8, 2022.2022-04-0840 min

GES Center Lectures, NC State UniversityFaith Kearns – Getting to the Heart of Science CommunicationGenetic Engineering and Society Center GES Colloquium - Tuesdays 12-1PM (via Zoom) NC State University | http://go.ncsu.edu/ges-colloquium GES Mediasite - See videos, full abstracts, speaker bios, and slides https://go.ncsu.edu/ges-mediasite Twitter - https://twitter.com/GESCenterNCSU Getting to the Heart of Science Communication Faith Kearns, PhD, Science Communication Practitioner, California Institute for Water Resources Website | @frkearns A 21st century guide to communicating science on emotional and contentious topics Abstract From droughts to fires to climate change, many issues that scientists...2022-04-051h 00

Water TalkEp 34: CA Native Water Rights, Stewardship, & ProtectionA conversation with Dr. Beth Rose Middleton Manning (UC Davis) about water rights, hydroelectric infrastructure, easements, and conservation in California. Released April 1, 2022. 2022-04-0143 min

Water TalkEp 33: Pacific Kelp ForestsA conversation with Dr. Arturo Ramírez-Valdez (UC San Diego Scripps Institution of Oceanography & Universidad Autonoma de Baja California) about the iconic Pacific kelp forests, international management efforts, marine protected areas, giant sea bass, and coastal ecosystems. Released March 18, 2022.2022-03-1840 min

Water TalkEp 32: Water inheritance and futuresA conversation with Joaquin Esquivel (CA State Water Resources Control Board) about intergenerational systems, water histories, and the future of CA water governance. Released March 11, 2022. 2022-03-1139 min

Water TalkEp 31: Cover Crop Hydro-economicsA conversation with Dr. Alyssa DeVincentis (Vitidore) and Dr. Ellen Bruno (UC Berkeley) about the costs and benefits of cover crops, SGMA, and drought resilience. Released March 4, 2022.2022-03-0441 min

Water TalkEp 30: Soil, Political Ecology, and WaterA conversation with Dr. Asmeret Asefaw Berhe (UC Merced) about soil degradation & water quality, political conflicts, climate solutions, and the politics of geoscience. Released February 25, 2022. Find the transcript here: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-30 2022-02-2546 min

Water TalkEp. 29: Functional Environmental FlowsA conversation with Dr. Marisa Escobar (Stockholm Environmental Institute) and Dr. Belize Lane (Utah State University) about different California river ‘personalities’, how flowing water creates and sustains habitat, and flow diversions for cannabis cultivation. Released February 18, 2022.2022-02-1834 min

Water TalkEp 28: Getting to the Heart of Water CommunicationA conversation with Dr. Faith Kearns about science communication around contentious issues, approaches for supporting science communicators, and relationships between water scientists and the public. Released February 11, 2022. Find the transcript here: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-28 2022-02-1243 min

Water TalkEp 27: Season 3 TeaserWelcome back to the third season of Water Talk, a University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources podcast about all things California Water hosted by Drs. Mallika Nocco, Faith Kearns, and Sam Sandoval!2022-02-0517 min

Queer TheologyFaith Merges with Justice & Design with Asher KolieboiIn this episode, we have one of Brian’s oldest friends, Asher Kolieboi, and he’s got an inspiring list of accomplishments. Asher grew up in Liberia and got involved in organizing with Food Not Bombs after moving to Missouri in his teen years. He has a Master of Divinity from Vanderbilt University and has worked as an organizer on a range of queer and progressive causes. He was a director at Soulforce, where he organized against Christian fundamentalism; a campus religious life director at Oberlin and Johns Hopkins University; and most recently as UX researcher and inclusive designer to m...2021-11-1449 min

Download High-Quality Full Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, Animals & NatureGetting to the Heart of Science Communication: A Guide to Effective Engagement by Faith KearnsPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/532315 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Getting to the Heart of Science Communication: A Guide to Effective Engagement Author: Faith Kearns Narrator: Callie Beaulieu Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 6 minutes Release date: September 21, 2021 Genres: Animals & Nature Publisher's Summary: Scientists today working on controversial issues from climate change to drought to COVID-19 are finding themselves more often in the middle of deeply traumatizing or polarized conflicts. It is no longer enough for scientists to communicate a scientific topic clearly. They must not only be experts in their fields of study, but also experts in navigating...2021-09-2130 min

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Queer TheologyFaith In Action & Costly Conversion [Summer Series]Here’s another great throwback episode and one that’s still one of the most downloaded! In this episode, we take a queer look at Acts 16:16-34 where Paul and Silas conflict with the government and some businessmen. We also chat about how our faith asks us to do risky things, the state of the queer movement, and more. Organizations to support that will help put your faith into action: Black and Pink Critical Resistance What’s your favorite episode? We’re doing a summer series featuring some of the most popular episodes and we wa...2021-07-1819 min

Beyond the Bench31. Getting to the Heart of Science Communication with Dr. Faith KearnsHow do we communicate scientific information related to emotional, contentious, and traumatizing issues such as the climate crisis? Why is it important for science communication practitioners to prioritize their emotional and physical selves? Dr. Faith Kearns, an Academic Coordinator at the California Institute for Water Resources and author of Getting to the Heart of Science Communication, discusses her new book, science writing about water, fire, and climate, and what it means to be a science communication practitioner. Follow Faith on Twitter @frkearns! Learn more about the students producing this podcast and their science communication efforts...2021-07-1245 min

Queer TheologyFaith & Justice [Summer Series]For this week’s episode, it’s another one of Brian’s favorites! The prophet Amos has some harsh words for religious festivals in the absence of justice and that’s a message that continues to be needed many millennia later. This episode talks about the emphasis on “a personal relationship with Jesus” vs. the emphasis we see in this passage. Brian and Fr. Shay also talk about the public displays of religion that have become a part of modern American life, the reality of violence and discrimination that transgender people face, and so much more. What’s your...2021-07-1114 min

New Books in ScienceFaith Kearns, "Getting to the Heart of Science Communication: A Guide to Effective Engagement" (Island Press, 2021)In Getting to the Heart of Science Communication (Island Press, 2021), Dr. Faith Kearns unpacks science communication as so much more than the “sage from the stage” perspective. Dr. Kearns, through decades of experience and countless interviews, writes to further a conversation for best practices and necessary training for science communication practitioners. In this interview, we discuss the past, present, and future of science communication. We dig into Part II of the book, The Tools of Science Communication, which for those newer to the field or practice, might be shocked to hear has little to do with speaking. Instead, we talk abou...2021-06-2849 min

Scholarly CommunicationFaith Kearns, "Getting to the Heart of Science Communication: A Guide to Effective Engagement" (Island Press, 2021)In Getting to the Heart of Science Communication (Island Press, 2021), Dr. Faith Kearns unpacks science communication as so much more than the “sage from the stage” perspective. Dr. Kearns, through decades of experience and countless interviews, writes to further a conversation for best practices and necessary training for science communication practitioners. In this interview, we discuss the past, present, and future of science communication. We dig into Part II of the book, The Tools of Science Communication, which for those newer to the field or practice, might be shocked to hear has little to do with speaking. Instead, we talk abou...2021-06-2850 min

Water TalkEp 26: Water Diplomacy and DialogueA conversation with Felicia Marcus (Stanford University) about facilitation, coalition building, innovation, and community partnerships in California. Released June 25, 2021 2021-06-2535 min

Water TalkEp 25: Drought and "Egosystem" ManagementA conversation with Felicia Marcus (Stanford University) about community organizing, emergency response systems, and drought in California. Released June 18, 2021 2021-06-1833 min

Water TalkEp 24: Drought and disease in the SierraA conversation with Dr. Joan Dudney (UC Davis) about drought, disease, and pest interactions on forest communities in California's Sierra Nevada. Released June 11, 2021 2021-06-1134 min

Water TalkEp 23: Advancing water justice in underserved communitiesA conversation with Dr. Angel Fernandez-Bou (UC Merced) and Dr. Jose Pablo Ortize Partida (Union of Concerned Scientists) about water equity issues and opportunities for improvement in California's changing climate. Released June 4, 2021 2021-06-0443 min

Water TalkEp 22: North Coast Wine and WaterA conversation with Glenn McGourty (University of California Cooperative Extension Viticulture & Plant Science Advisor Emeritus) about grape water use, wine production, and dryland viticulture in Mendocino and Lake Counties. Released May 28, 2021. Transcript and resources available at: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-22 2021-05-2836 min

Water TalkEp 21: Watering Urban Green SpacesA conversation with Janet Hartin (University of California Cooperative Extension Area Environmental Horticultural Advisor and Director for San Bernadino & Los Angeles Counties) and Dr. Amir Haghverdi (Assistant Cooperative Extension Professor of Water Management at University of California, Riverside) about watering turf grass, trees, and other urban vegetation as well as drought strategies. Released May 21, 2020. Transcript and resources available at: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-21 2021-05-2131 min

Queer TheologyTransitioning My Body & FaithFor the past few weeks, I (Fr. Shay) have been sharing my story through articles on the website and we know a lot of you are enjoying reading those and getting to know me more. Soon, it will be Brian’s turn to do the same. We decided that on this episode (and for the next several weeks), we will be reading the stories aloud since audio versions are cooler than written ones sometimes, right? This week, join Fr. Shay as he journeys back to his childhood in Pennsylvania. He talks about being homeschooled and “rebelling” by wanting...2021-05-1620 min

Water TalkEp 20: Decolonizing Water Part 2A conversation with Dr. Cutcha Risling Baldy (Humboldt State University) about land and water use futures, decolonization, and communities in California (Part 2/2). Released May 14, 2021. Transcript and resources available at: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-20 2021-05-1427 min

Water TalkEp 19: Decolonizing Water Part 1A conversation with Dr. Cutcha Risling Baldy (Humboldt State University) about land and water use futures, decolonization, and communities in California (Part 1/2). Released May 7, 2021. Transcript and resources available here: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-19 2021-05-0730 min

Water TalkEp 18: California Urban Water 101A conversation with Dr. Erik Porse (Sacramento State University & UCLA Institute of the Environment) about urban water resources, energy, conservation, and engineering economics in California. Released April 30, 2021. Find the transcript here: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-18 2021-04-3045 min

Water TalkEp 17: The Human Right to Drinking Water & SGMAA conversation with researchers Darcy Bostic (Pacific Institute) and Kristin Dobbin (UC Davis) about the legislated human right to drinking water, the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act, sustainability, and participation in California. Find the transcript here: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-17 2021-04-2334 min

Water TalkEp 16: Agriculture in the California BorderlandsA conversation with University of California Desert Research & Extension Center Director Dr. Jairo Diaz about agriculture across the California/Mexico/Arizona Borderlands irrigated by Colorado River waters. Released April 16, 2021. Find the episode transcript here: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-16 2021-04-1638 min

Water TalkEp 15: Wild Horses and Water in CaliforniaA conversation with University of California Cooperative Extension Advisor Laura Snell about her work studying the lives of wild horses and water in Modoc County, CA as well as strategies for managing wild horses . Released April 9, 2021. Find the episode transcript here: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-15 2021-04-0938 min

Water TalkEp 14: California Peaches and WaterA conversation with farmer and author David 'Mas' Masumoto about peaches, organic practices, soil, water, and histories in the CA Central Valley. Released April 2, 2021. Find the episode transcript here: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-14 2021-04-0240 min

Water TalkEp 13: Season 2 TeaserWelcome back to the second season of Water Talk, a University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources podcast about all things California Water hosted by Drs. Mallika Nocco, Faith Kearns, and Sam Sandoval!2021-03-2816 min

Faith and Common GroundFaith and Common Ground Episode 12 - "Let's Talk About Death" with Lisa, Mary and RebeccaReb. Lisa Rappaport, Rev. Chap. Mary Kearns and Rebecca Senoglu discuss what it means to have a beautiful death. 2020-12-0152 min

Water TalkEp12: Water Reform in California Institutional EcosystemsA conversation with UC Davis doctoral researchers Linda Estelí Méndez Barrientos and Jess Rudnick about water governance, institutional reforms, equity, justice, and participation in California. Note: The CA Water Code referenced in this episode is § 10721, (j). Recorded July 7, 2020. Find the episode transcript here: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-12 2020-07-1035 min

Water TalkEp 11: Rivers in the California SkyA conversation with Stanford doctoral researcher Katerina Gonzales and UCLA climate scientist Dr. Daniel Swain about atmospheric rivers, climate extremes and futures, and climate science communication. Recorded June 30, 2020. Find the episode transcript here: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-11 2020-07-0432 min

Water TalkEp 10: California Water Policy and ExtensionA conversation with Dr. Doug Parker about climate-smart agriculture, nitrogen & water management, the paradox of irrigation efficiency, and the current/future role of CA extension in water policy and management. Recorded June 23, 2020. Find the episode transcript here: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-10 2020-06-2731 min

Water TalkEp 9: Small Farms and Water in CaliforniaA conversation with Dr. Ruth Dahlquist-Willard about crops, irrigation, drought, groundwater management, and water policy on diverse small farms in the CA Central Valley. Recorded June 16, 2020. Find the episode transcript here: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-09 2020-06-2032 min

Water TalkEp 8: Indigenous Water and Fire Expertise in CaliforniaA conversation with California State University-Chico Professor Don Hankins about his work integrating ecohydrology with Indigenous water and fire management practices and policy. Find the episode transcript here: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-08 2020-06-1331 min

Water TalkEp 7: Beaver hydrology and managementA conversation with California State University-Channel Islands Professor Emily Fairfax about her work studying the lives of beavers and their impacts on droughts, fires, and water quality as well as some strategies for beaver management. Find the episode transcript here: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-07 2020-05-2929 min

Water TalkEp 6: California Water Law 101A conversation with University of California Davis School of Law Professor Karrigan Börk about the CA Water Rights, the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act, drinking water, and federal vs. CA controls over water. Find the episode transcript here: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-06 2020-05-2330 min

Water TalkEp 5: California Gardening: Past, Present, and FutureA conversation with University of California Cooperative Extension Sustainable Food Systems advisors for Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, Drs. Rachel Surls and Rose Hayden-Smith about the victory garden movement, urban farming, community gardens, the Master Gardener program, and drought strategies for those interested in growing food. Recorded May 12, 2020. Find the episode transcript here: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-05 2020-05-1628 min

Water TalkEp 4: Youth and Water in California CitiesA conversation with 4H Youth Development Advisors Marianne Bird and Claudia Diaz Carrasco about different youth development programs that focus on water education and public engagement with science in California's cities. Recorded May 5, 2020. Find the episode transcript here: https://www.watertalkpodcast.com/episodes/episode-04 2020-05-0927 min