KGNU - How On Earth

Climate Change

Bird Conservation

Composting

Seahorse

Habitat Preservation

Wolves

Environmental Education

Owls

Rangeland Restoration

Rewilding

Colorado

Environmental Conservation

Sustainability

Soil Properties

Sagebrush

Chickadee Behavioral Studies

Deathbed Visions

Multiple Sclerosis

Conservation

Community Engagement

The KGNU Science Show

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	760	Founded	15 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Social SciencesNatural SciencesScience

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The Scale of the Universe

How big is the universe – not just in the scale of distance but also the scale of time? What do those…astronomical…scales mean about us humans on Earth and how can we understand and measure such vast expanses? In this episode, our guest, astronomer... more

3 Mar 2026 • 27 min

Winter Recreation in a Warmer World

On this week’s How on Earth, we hear from a climate scientist about the implications of our changing weather patterns for winter recreation. It’s a warm, dry winter, throughout the Rocky Mountain West and elsewhere in the country, the weather has bee... more

24 Feb 2026 • 26 min

What do Grasslands Have to do with Climate Change?

From Science MOAB

We hear an interview aired by our sister community radio station’s, Science MOAB. Ecologist Brooke Osborne talks about how dryland ecosystems – such as the grasslands east of Boulder – influence the whole planet. Dryands cover 40% o... more

17 Feb 2026 • 26 min

Women’s Health Pt. II: Heart Health

Image credit: American Heart Association

Truths & Tips About Women’s Heart Health (start time: 7:33) February is American Hearth Month, a nationwide observation spotlighting cardiovascular disease, and a call for all of us to take care of our heart... more

10 Feb 2026 • 24 min

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Recent Guests

Dr. Elizabeth Burakowski

Climate scientist focusing on winter climate change and recreation at the University of New Hampshire

University of New Hampshire

Episode: Winter Recreation in a Warmer World

Brooke Osborne

Assistant Professor at Utah State University MOAB campus and a biogeochemist passionate about understanding biogeochemical cycles in ecosystems.

Utah State University

Episode: What do Grasslands Have to do with Climate Change?

Megan Rabbit

Health journalist and author of The New Rules of Women's Health, Your Guide to Thriving at Every Age.

Maria Shriver's The Sunday Paper

Episode: Women’s Health Pt. II: Heart Health

Dr. Peyton Thompson

Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Director of the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Fellowship Program at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill

University of North Carolina

Episode: Hepatitis B Vaccination: Just the Facts

Dr. Rochelle Walensky

Professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School and a member of the Vaccine Integrity Project

Harvard Medical School

Episode: Hepatitis B Vaccination: Just the Facts

Dr. Angela Ulrich

Infectious disease epidemiologist at the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy, or CIDRAP.

University of Minnesota

Episode: Hepatitis B Vaccination: Just the Facts

Anthony Tassone

Head of Truleo, a company analyzing police body camera footage with AI

Truleo

Episode: Improving Law Enforcement Behavior through Artificial Intelligence

Dr. Ian Adams

Assistant Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of South Carolina

University of South Carolina

Episode: Improving Law Enforcement Behavior through Artificial Intelligence

Dr. Richard Reading

Chair of the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission and wildlife ecologist at the Butterfly Pavilion.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission, Butterfly Pavilion

Episode: Colorado’s Wildlife Action plan: Pt. I

Hosts

Beth Bennett

Host of How On Earth, KGNU Science Show (frequent host/participant across episodes)

Grayson Custin

Host with focus on science topics and show coordination, part of KGNU science programming

Shelly Schlender

Host/Co-host contributing to science show segments

Lorraine Healy

Host focusing on science show content and guest interviews

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings

Awesome Podcast!!!
Beth, host of the KGNU - How on Earth podcast, highlights all energy, science, climate and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!
Apple Podcasts
5
roweereyes
Philippines4 years ago
Interesting
This is a very interesting show.
Apple Podcasts
5
Lloydmusic
Canada8 years ago
I don't even live in Colorado and I love this podcast
I discovered this podcast about 6 months ago and have not only listened to every episode since, I have begun downloaded older episodes and listening. Great variety of topics. Knowledgeable hosts and guests. Professionally done podcast. Highly recommended.
Apple Podcasts
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Old UNIX guy
United States9 years ago

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The overall reception highlights professional delivery, quality guests, and broad topic coverage, though some listeners wish for even deeper dives into certain topics.

Episodes are consistently well-produced with insightful perspectives from diverse experts and clear, actionable takeaways for practitioners and enthusiasts alike.

Listeners praise the show for its accessible yet rigorous science discussions and strong guest lineups.

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Apple Podcasts	#143	Canada/Science/Natural Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#151	France/Science/Natural Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#61	Saudi Arabia/Science/Natural Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#67	Brazil/Science/Natural Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#97	Finland/Science/Natural Sciences
Apple Podcasts	#111	Spain/Science/Natural Sciences

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Women’s Health Pt. II: Heart Health

Q: What role does estrogen play in heart health?

Estrogen helps reduce inflammation and improves blood vessel function, thus protecting heart health.

Women’s Health Pt. II: Heart Health

Q: What are the biggest consequences or risk to that lack of awareness?

Women may not talk to their doctors about heart risks, which can lead to untreated symptoms.

Colorado’s Wildlife Action plan: Pt. I

Q: How do the state wildlife action plans relate to existing models of species protection?

The plans focus on species of greatest conservation need and help prioritize where the state should put its resources.

Colorado’s Wildlife Action plan: Pt. I

Q: What is the Colorado Parks and Wildlife's main mission?

Its main mission is to connect people to nature through parks and wildlife conservation.

Winter is Coming: Why Leaves Fall

Q: Why don't evergreens shed their needles?

Evergreens use a different evolutionary strategy and create a corky layer that allows them to retain their needles for longer periods.

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What is KGNU - How On Earth about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show consistently covers climate, environment, and science with a practical bent toward how research affects real-world decisions—from snowfall and winter recreation economics to grassland carbon storage and urban tree care. Across episodes, guests range from climate scientists and ecologists to public health communicators and policy-focused researchers, often tying scientific insights to policy, industry, and community impact. A standout among these conversations is the frequent pairing of rigorous scientific expertise with accessible storytelling and concrete takeaways for listeners who work in science communication, sustainability, or public policy. The format tends to balance data-driven discussion with implications for practitione... more

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