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Up From Dust

KCUR Studios
Kansas
Climate Change
Native Plants
Invasive Species
Ogallala Aquifer
Agriculture
Bradford Pear Trees
Water Conservation
Haskell County
Light Pollution
Environmental Sustainability
Johnson County Parks and Recreation
High Plains
Drought
Kansas River
Biodiversity
Sustainability
Microplastics
Environmental Impact
Mycorrhizal Fungi

Humans broke the environment — but we can heal it, too. Up From Dust is a podcast about the price of trying to shape the world around our needs, as seen from the Great Plains and the Midwest. Host Celia Llopis-Jepsen wanders across prairies, farm fields and suburbia to find the folks who are fixing our generational mistakes. From the NPR Network, KCUR Studios, and the Kansas News Service.

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(Jessica Cornelison / KCUR 89.3)Have you ever wondered how much life a tiny patch of land can hold? Nebraska scientist Chris Helzer photographed one square meter of prairie from every angle for two years, getting to know the creatures that call it h... more

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(Jessica Cornelison / KCUR 89.3)Microplastics are everywhere. They’re in the air we breathe, the clothes we wear, even the food we eat. Scientists are still trying to understand what these tiny particles are doing to the environment and our bodies. ... more

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(Jessica Cornelison / KCUR 89.3)For decades, the world’s longest prairie river was treated as a convenient dumping ground by cities and industries. Government regulation dramatically improved water quality here and around the country. Today the Kans... more

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(Jessica Cornelison / KCUR 89.3)We have inadvertently filled our world with poorly designed outdoor lighting. The price? We’re losing our starry skies, hurting our health, killing pollinators, wasting billions of dollars and releasing millions of to... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Helzer
Ecologist and photographer who spends years photographing a single square meter of prairie.
Nature Conservancy
Episode: Why a prairie scientist spent years photographing a single square meter of land
Dawn Buehler
Head of a nonprofit focusing on the Kansas River
Friends of the Caw
Episode: Kayakers vs. river pollution
Viyajit Gokhale
Physicist and astronomer, professor at Truman State University
Truman State University
Episode: Say no to skyglow: Smarter lighting can help save the stars
Ryan Persinger
Park superintendent at Thousand Hills State Park
Thousand Hills State Park
Episode: Say no to skyglow: Smarter lighting can help save the stars
Daphne Broski-Lane
Physics graduate, advocate for light pollution solutions
Truman State University
Episode: Say no to skyglow: Smarter lighting can help save the stars
Paula Diaz
Master gardener and advocate for native plant gardening
Episode: Less lawn, more wildlife! Here’s how to ditch turf for native plants
David Willard
Bird researcher at the Field Museum specializing in bird mortality due to building collisions
Field Museum
Episode: Can we save millions of migrating birds?
Andrew Farnsworth
Visiting scientist at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology who studies bird migration and conservation
Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Episode: Can we save millions of migrating birds?
Brian McNulty
Operations project manager at Tuttle Creek Lake
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Episode: The case of the disappearing lake

Host

Celia Llopis-Jepsen
Host and producer of the podcast, she explores environmental issues and highlights personal stories related to ecological health and community engagement.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 85 ratings
  • Awesome

    Love the show. Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IlliniGuy1234
    United States3 months ago
  • Love it!!

    Very informative

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jlass29
    United States6 months ago
  • how to save birds and the disappearing lake

    i was eager to listen to the podcast about saving migrating birds across midwestern states when i heard it advertised on npr. i also loved the discussion about how to maybe save tuttle creek and rivers in my home state. “Up From Dust” is doing us a great service!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    susanusirenus
    United States6 months ago
  • Great job

    Just heard the first episode through the DW podcast Living Planet. Great job, looking forward to listening to more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BK from Ohio
    United States10 months ago
  • Local stories matter

    Enjoy pods from our part of world, keep them coming!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    1234/89
    United Statesa year ago

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Many express gratitude for bringing attention to relevant environmental concerns and highlighting community efforts and solutions.
Listeners appreciate the informative and engaging discussions that tackle tough local topics affecting broader ecological issues.
The podcast is praised for its production quality and the host's ability to make science accessible and interesting to the general audience.

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#217
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Why a prairie scientist spent years photographing a single square meter of land
Q: What are you feeling in that moment when these tiny baby spiders are dangling from silk?
Chris describes this as an incredible moment that is both meditative and invigorating, as if he has been allowed into a private space to observe behaviors not normally witnessed.
Kayakers vs. river pollution
Q: Tell me about the battery cases.
Dawn explains how these cases have been in the river for a very long time and are a large part of the challenge facing river cleanup.
Kayakers vs. river pollution
Q: How did you feel those nights?
Dawn describes the nights spent on the river as peaceful, with bright stars and a sense of being away from everything.
Can we save millions of migrating birds?
Q: What was the decision regarding glass treatment for bird safety?
They decided to apply a film with dots on the windows to help birds see them.
Can we save millions of migrating birds?
Q: Can you tell me about that?
David describes the overwhelming scene of a thousand dead birds he encountered at McCormick Place in the dark.

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Focusing on environmental challenges and restoration efforts, this podcast explores the impact of human activities on nature, particularly in the Great Plains and Midwest. Episodes feature discussions on various topics such as microplastics, light pollution, and the conservation of local ecosystems, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and innovative solutions to environmental issues. The show highlights the voices of passionate individuals and organizations working to heal the land and raise awareness on pressing ecological concerns.

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2. Dawn Buehler
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5. Daphne Broski-Lane
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7. David Willard
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