So many naturally wild wonders await when you land in the California Central Valley town of Visalia as the gateway to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks in the High Sierra Nevada.
Tag: Jack Eidt
Reconnecting with the Springs and Palms in Palm Springs
We explore the origins of this iconic desert city Palm Springs and its relationship with the water resources that define its past and future. The story is part of multi-episode series about the Coachella Valley and Salton Sea, produced in collaboration with art photojournalist Osceola Refetoff.and writer Jack Eidt
Water and Power Woes: How AI Data Centers Threaten Our Future
On this EcoJustice Radio show we share a panoply of voices speaking out about the dangers of AI – Artificial Intelligence – and this insane boom in water-and-power-hungry data centers throughout the U.S. Steven J. Kung from No Data Center Monterey Park joins us as well as journalists, activists, and academics weigh in.
Mike Davis On Southern California’s Landscape of Disaster
Host Jack Eidt features a 1995 talk at SCI-Arc in Los Angeles by the late author Mike Davis, urbanist historian, public intellectual, and commentator on politics, labor, activism, and society.
Climate Crisis Ignites: Why L.A.’s Fires Are a Wake-Up Call
We delve into the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, examining the underlying causes and the lessons we can learn to prioritize safety and resilience over profit motive. We also provide a spiritual dimension from the Lakota tradition.
Rising from the Ashes: Wildfire Resilience for Los Angeles and Beyond
In the face of devastating wildfires, Los Angeles is grappling with the urgent need for wildfire resilience and sustainable development. On this episode of Eco Justice Radio, host Jack Eidt delves into the complexities of wildfire management and community preparedness with two insightful guests—Rick Halsey of the California Chaparral Institute and indigenous activist Lydia Poncé.
Simón Bolívar, the Monroe Doctrine, and US Intervention in Latin America
In today’s complex geopolitical landscape, understanding the historical roots of U.S. intervention in Latin America is more crucial than ever. This podcast episode investigates the enduring impact of the Monroe Doctrine, a policy that has shaped U.S. foreign relations for nearly two centuries. Host Jack Eidt features a discussion between Yale historian Greg Grandin and journalist Michael Fox to unravel the intricate web of history, politics, and ideology that continues to influence the region.