Podcast Episodes

California Program Helps Increase Access To State Parks

The state of California has been experimenting with ways to make it easier for residents to enjoy our state parks and beaches. A pilot program that allows Californians to visit many state parks for f…

Published on 1 year, 11 months ago

Four Year Voyage To Take Polynesian Voyaging Canoe Across Pacific Ocean

A Polynesian voyaging canoe is on a four-year journey circumnavigating the Pacific Ocean, using only traditional methods of seafaring - so no GPS, no motor, no high tech sensors, but lots of sails an…

Published on 2 years ago

Podcast Looks At Ways To Make A Difference When It Comes To Climate Change

We spend a lot of time on this show talking about the grim effects of climate change, but not as much on the steps each of us can take to make a difference. That's the idea behind KCRW's new "Anti-Dr…

Published on 2 years ago

Many Families Sticking With Homeschooling

The pandemic caused homeschool enrollment to boom across California. In the LA Unified School District, almost twice as many kids are homeschooled as before the pandemic – up 90% in 5 years. And many…

Published on 2 years ago

Meadows A Key Part Of Forest Health

Meadows can be a key to forest health. In the Sierra Nevada, however, most have been degraded or lost. But there are efforts underway to restore these habitats. 

Reporter: Kerry Klein, KVPR 

A unique h…

Published on 2 years ago

Conservationists Help Coho Salmon Return To Pescadero

The town of Pescadero on the San Mateo County Coast was once known for fish. But a few decades ago salmon in Pescadero Creek went extinct. Now conservationists, with the help of farmers, scientists a…

Published on 2 years ago

Farmers See Uncertain Future With Plans For New City In Solano County

In eastern Solano County, a group of Silicon Valley billionaires have a vision: an urban, walkable city filled with jobs, restaurants, sidewalks and bike paths. Their ambition is to put a dent in Cal…

Published on 2 years ago

California Approves Rules To Turn Wastewater Into Drinking Water

California will soon allow water agencies to heavily treat wastewater, converting it into drinking water. The State Water Resources Control Board approved regulations to extensively treat sewage wate…

Published on 2 years ago

Credit Unions Charge Millions In Overdraft Fees

Not-for-profit credit unions have long billed themselves as community-based alternatives to big commercial banks. Yet, many California credit unions charged customers millions in overdraft fees last …

Published on 2 years ago

Law Enforcement's Claims About Dangers Of Officers Handling Fentanyl Met With Skepticism

New numbers show that fentanyl continues to have a devastating effect on the general public in California. Law enforcement also says the drug poses a threat to officers. For example, the Sonoma Count…

Published on 2 years ago