Podcasts about Colorado River

This week's Regional Roundup from Rocky Mountain Community Radio includes a story about the National Park Service celebrating its 109th anniversary as budget cuts destabilize the agency. We also hear from Boulder, Colorado, where residents are working to establish a new sister city relationship with a community in Ukraine. Plus, a story about efforts to reduce wildlife–vehicle collisions across the West, and a conversation about the latest Bureau of Reclamation report on the Colorado River.

The Tuesday Group formed in Denver when the Trump Administration shut down USAID. Experts in international development are in need of aid themselves-- emotionally and in the job search. Colorado Matters visits this support group at the Posner Center for International Development, which is a nerve center for Coloradans in foreign aid. Then, a Buc-ee's-sized fight in Palmer Lake. And is the Colorado River a person? 

This week on the News Reel, we speak to Andrew Christiansen, reporter at the Times-Independent, about Utah's role in an upcoming Colorado River agreement between upper and lower basin states. We also discuss the Grand County School District Superintendent Mike McFalls, who was put on administrative leave recently. Plus, a story about the county's vote to decline a resolution to protect public lands, and a quick update about the county's planning and zoning director position. - Show Notes - • Utah officials optimistic Colorado River deal can be reached https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/utah-officials-optimistic-colorado-river-deal-can-be-reached/ • GCSD Superintendent McFalls on leave as school board prepares to act https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/gcsd-superintendent-mcfalls-on-leave-as-school-board-prepares-to-act/ • Grand County declines resolution backing public lands https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/grand-county-declines-resolution-backing-public-lands/ • Interim planning official objects to surprise replacement process, commission pulls item https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/interim-planning-official-objects-to-surprise-replacement-process-commission-pulls-item/

Heading into fall, we get a check-up on COVID vaccines, the seasonal flu, measles, and West Nile with Dr. Ned Calonge, the state's chief medical officer. Then, as Western states divvy up water from the Colorado River, a new documentary wants to make sure the river isn't run dry. Plus, new research from CU Boulder on drought conditions and human-caused climate change. Later, an update on bodies found in a Pueblo mortuary. And an unexpected moment of joy thanks to a TikTok video and one family's lost wedding photos. 

The demand for water from the Colorado River is of paramount importance out West and the focus of some big battles. It's been especially critical for farming and agriculture. In California's Imperial Valley, there are growing questions over the use of that resource and whether bigger changes are needed. Science correspondent Miles O'Brien reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

The demand for water from the Colorado River is of paramount importance out West and the focus of some big battles. It's been especially critical for farming and agriculture. In California's Imperial Valley, there are growing questions over the use of that resource and whether bigger changes are needed. Science correspondent Miles O'Brien reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

How “Def Con Franklin” Is Defending Water Utilities. That story and more on H2O Radio's weekly news report. Headlines: Arizona cities are banding together to fight for their state's share of a shrinking Colorado River. Feeling stressed? Why a new study says that drinking enough water could help. “Hacker-volunteers” are stepping up to defend U.S. water systems against cyberattacks. What if you could pay for a meal at a restaurant not in cash but in trash?

On today's newscast: Residents petition Flagstaff to end Flock license plate cameras, Grand Canyon officials reopen trails as Dragon Bravo Fire winds down, an Arizona tribe wants to make the Colorado River a legal person, and more.

As Southern California wonders if water scarcity could ever spiral into a “Day Zero” crisis, the region stands at a crossroads for securing its water future. In this episode of In The Newsroom, Ian James, a reporter for the Los Angeles Times, dives into the critical decisions shaping the region's water portfolio. With half its supply imported from vulnerable sources like the Colorado River, Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, and Sierra Nevada snowpack, Southern California faces growing risks from climate-driven aridification and reduced snowmelt. The region is evaluating massive wastewater recycling projects, like Pure Water Southern California, to bolster local supplies. The $20 billion Delta Conveyance Project, a proposed 45-mile tunnel, aims to secure water from the Sacramento River but sparks debate over environmental impacts on the Delta's ecosystem. A hyper-focus on conservation and efficiency, backed by the Pacific Institute's 2022 Untapped Potential report, highlights water-saving potential through native landscaping and upgraded appliances. Capturing stormwater in the LA River and other waterways offers another innovative solution to diversify and strengthen the region's water resilience. These efforts to diversify water sources today should position Southern California to avoid running out of water in the future.waterloop is a nonprofit news outlet exploring solutions for water sustainability.

In Episode 22 of the Arizona Highways podcast, host Steve Goldstein and Arizona Highways editor Robert Stieve talk with science writer Melissa Sevigny, the author of “Brave the Wild River,” a book about two female botanists who ran the Colorado River in 1938. And in our August issue, she writes about Florence Merriam Bailey, another remarkable scientist who changed the course of ornithology.

On today's newscast: The Dragon Bravo Fire has burned within a mile of the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon, officials identify the four people killed in last week's medical transport plane crash, applications are open for the expanded Radiation Exposure Compensation Act, and more.

On today's newscast: Over the weekend, the Lee Fire, which is burning near Meeker, caused the first evacuation order in Garfield County; the city of Rifle recently approved a plan that lays out ways to adopt clean energy and make the community more resilient to climate change; and Colorado Parks and Wildlife has confirmed plans to begin treating part of the Colorado River for invasive zebra mussels. Tune in for these stories and more.

As the North Rim continues to burn and Rim-to-Rim becomes impossible for the foreseeable future, Brian returns to the trail to share what is still possible. This episode documents a full Rim-to-River hike from South Kaibab to the Colorado River and back up Bright Angel—complete with trail tips, logistics, elevation insights, and hard-earned wisdom. Whether you're pivoting plans or finding your way back to the Canyon after heartbreak, this iconic route offers a challenge worthy of your effort—and a reminder that memories below the rim are still waiting to be made.*****Please join the hiKin Grand Canyon Facebook group—the official group of The Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show—by clicking here. Our group is a judgment-free zone full of interaction, information, and inspiration—it's simply THE place to get the best information in advance of your Canyon adventure. Join Brian, Coach Arnie, and most of the guests you've heard on the show in an environment created to answer your questions and help you have the best possible experience below the rim. It's completely free.*****Bright Angel Outfitters is now hiKin, where hiking meets kinship to form a community of like-minded hikers dedicated to helping each other hike our best hike. It's about all of us. *****To reach Coach Arnie, you can call or text him (yes, really!) at (602) 390-9144 or send him a message on Instagram @painfreearnie.*****Have an idea for the show, or someone you think would be a great guest? Reach out to Brian anytime at brian@hikin.club.*****The Grand Canyon Shade Tracker is our gift to the Grand Canyon hiking community. This incredible interactive tool lets you see when and where you'll have precious shade on your Grand Canyon hike—every route on every hour of every day of the year. Check it out at gcshadetracker.com. Another free resource from hiKin aimed at making your Grand Canyon adventure the best and safest it can be.*****For more great Grand Canyon content, please check us out on the following platforms:YouTube (@GrandCanyonHikerDude) for informative and inspirational videosInstagram (@GrandCanyonHikerDude) for photos from the trailTikTok (@GrandCanyonHikerDude) for fun and informative short-form videosFacebook (@GrandCanyonHikerDude)

Tony Mancuso is the Sovereign Lands Program Manager for the Green and Colorado Rivers at Utah's Department of Natural Resources (DNR). His management efforts focus on maintaining the health and navigability of waterways under state jurisdiction, including removing invasive species and restoring natural habitats. Tony talks about specific projects like the New Rapid and Gold Bar side channels aimed at enhancing fish habitats and wetland environments. He also emphasizes the importance of public education and engaging youth through programs like Science Moab. The discussion highlights the challenges, collaborative efforts, and long-term commitments required in resource conservation and management.

On today's newscast: The Aspen Art Fair, Intersect Aspen and AIR at the Aspen Art Museum all kick off today; Colorado public health officials confirmed a new measles case last week; and old squabbles have created new hurdles among stakeholders from the seven states negotiating water usage from the shrinking Colorado River.

A deep-dive with Chadd Santerre (Director of Wetland Programs & NAWCA Coordinator) and field-rep Chad ThomasCarson Odegard sits down with Chadd Santerre for a data-driven look at the engineering, funding, and on-the-ground work now reshaping waterfowl habitat from San Jacinto to the Colorado River. In the back half, Chad Thomas details the banquets, workdays, and youth hunts that let Southern California hunters roll up their sleeves and keep the momentum going.Episode highlightsFunding surge fuels action – NAWCA and California Wildlife Conservation Board grants have steered $18.9 million since 2022, locking in projects through 2029Imperial (Wister) overhaul – miles of buried pipeline and consolidated units are cutting evaporation losses and speeding flood-ups for managers and hunters alikeSan Jacinto recapture system – a new storage complex is designed to recycle 700-1,000 acre-feet each year, creating reliable brood water and a much-needed sanctuaryPalo Verde Ecological Reserve – 500 acres of former cropland now function as seasonal wetlands and high-yield dove plots after full pipeline and grading upgradesPublic-land priority – more than 70 percent of CWA habitat dollars land on refuges and wildlife areas every year, keeping improvements accessible to everyoneGet involved – summer banquets, August habitat days at San Jacinto and Wister, and the unique San Vicente Reservoir draw hunt where hunters pick their own dates from a boatWhether you're chasing teal at Wister, volunteering at a San Jac workday, or planning your first San Vicente boat hunt, this episode lays out the roadmap—and the resources—to keep Southern California's flyway thriving.

On today's newscast: states clash over the future of the Colorado River, containment drops amid extremely dry conditions on the Dragon Bravo Fire, Rep. Greg Stanton says ICE is breaking the law by refusing to let him inspect detention facilities, and more.

Celene Hawkins is the new Colorado River Program Director for The Nature Conservancy, stepping into the role after years of impactful work in tribal water policy and place-based conservation across the basin. She's taking the baton from Taylor Hawes, who led the program for nearly 17 years and is now serving as the Colorado River Program's Special Advisor. It's a leadership transition at a critical moment for the Colorado River, and in this episode, I was lucky to sit down with both of them in person to talk through the handoff—what's changing, what's staying the same, and what the future of the river might look like. This is both Celene and Taylor's second time on the podcast, and we cover a lot of ground. We talk about the ongoing negotiations over new operating guidelines for the river—what's on the table, why the stakes are so high, and what happens if the basin states can't come to an agreement. We dig into tribal involvement—how things are (slowly) changing after decades of exclusion, and why stronger tribal participation is essential to any long-term solutions. We also explore how conservation groups are bringing new ideas, resources, and partnerships to the table, from modeling future scenarios to piloting creative water-sharing and resilience strategies across the West. And beyond the policy, we talk about what it actually takes to lead in a time of uncertainty—how to stay grounded, keep teams motivated, and maintain momentum when the challenges feel overwhelming. As always, Taylor and Celene bring a clear-eyed sense of purpose and a refreshing mix of realism and optimism to the conversation. We're releasing this episode just ahead of Colorado River Day, which falls on July 25th. So if you care about the West, public lands, rivers, or just want to better understand one of the most important water and conservation challenges in North America, this is a great place to start. Thanks for listening, I hope you enjoy! --- Celene Hawkins Taylor Hawes Announcement of Celene's new role as Director TNC's Colorado River Program Full episode notes and links: https://mountainandprairie.com/celene-taylor/ --- This episode is brought to you in partnership with the Colorado chapter of The Nature Conservancy and TNC chapters throughout the Western United States. Guided by science and grounded by decades of collaborative partnerships, The Nature Conservancy has a long-standing legacy of achieving lasting results to create a world where nature and people thrive. During the last week of every month throughout 2025, Mountain & Prairie will be delving into conversations with a wide range of The Nature Conservancy's leaders, partners, collaborators, and stakeholders, highlighting the myriad of conservation challenges, opportunities, and solutions here in the American West and beyond. To learn more about The Nature Conservancy's impactful work in the West and around the world, visit www.nature.org --- TOPICS DISCUSSED: 3:02 - Intro, Taylor's career shift 7:27 - Celene's journey into Taylor's old role 9:07 - What Taylor's proud of 13:16 - Celene's pitch for the job 15:21 - Exciting initiatives 17:18 - Overview of the Colorado River Basin negotiations 22:42 - Sticking points 23:54 - Finding the Indigenous voice 28:38 - Alternatives 31:37 - Work outside of negotiations 37:07 - Federal funding freeze impacts 39:04 - Effects of uncertainty 40:57 - Not getting bogged down 44:49 - What Celene's learned from Taylor 46:28 - And how Taylor thinks Celene is well-positioned 47:22 - Book recs 51:37 - Wrapping up --- ABOUT MOUNTAIN & PRAIRIE: Mountain & Prairie - All Episodes Mountain & Prairie Shop Mountain & Prairie on Instagram Upcoming Events About Ed Roberson Support Mountain & Prairie Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts

In this episode, we dive into About Damn Time, Dana Romanoff's powerful film that follows Cindell “Dellie” Dale and a crew of boatwomen as they navigate handcrafted wooden dories down the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. They spent 17 days and 277 miles running the river and filming the story. Their journey becomes a vivid exploration of women reshaping a river culture long dominated by men. We ask: How did they work together to tell this story? What wisdom flows from these women to the next generation of dory guides? And why is the dory the most poetic boat ever built to run through the Grand Canyon?GUESTSDana RomanoffCindell "Dellie" DaleOARS Grand Canyon Dories SPONSORSDown River EquipmentAmerican RiversAmerican Rivers: Take ActionAmerican Rivers: Colorado River in the Grand CanyonAmerican Rivers: Rivers of the United StatesRESOURCESGrand Canyon National ParkColorado RiverDory  THE RIVER RADIUSWebsiteRunoff signup (episode newsletter)InstagramFacebookApple PodcastSpotifyLink Tree

In this episode of Stuttering in Silence, Matt and Gavin descend into the scorching canyons of Nevada to uncover the legend of Queho — a mysterious, one-footed Native American outlaw labeled as Nevada's first mass murderer. Feared for decades, blamed for every unexplained death from the Colorado River to Searchlight, Queho became the ultimate boogeyman of the desert.But was he truly a cold-blooded killer, or a scapegoat shaped by racism, fear, and myth? And what happened after he disappeared into the Mojave's shadows—only to be discovered decades later as a mummified corpse surrounded by dynamite, stolen weapons, and a deputy's badge?This chilling story only gets stranger: his remains were paraded through Las Vegas, put on display in a replica cave, and literally celebrated in a parade. In this episode, we tell the full tale of a man twisted by legend, whose ghost still haunts both the land—and history itself.#Queho #TrueCrimePodcast #OutlawLegends #NevadaHistory #Helldorado #WildWestMystery #StutteringInSilence #DesertCrimes #NativeHistory #ColdCase #GhostStory #CreepyHistory #QuehoLegend #OldWest

Welcome to this episode of Sassquad Trail Stories & Runventures, a new storytelling series from Sassquad Trail Running. In this episode, Kim Levinsky shares the story of her first big solo runventure: running Rim to Rim to Rim in the Grand Canyon. Covering more than 50 miles and over 10,000 feet of elevation gain, this self-supported runventure starts in the dark on Bright Angel Trail, descends to the Colorado River, climbs to the snowy North Rim, and returns via South Kaibab at sunset, finishing under a sky full of stars. Whether you've done Rim to Rim to Rim, dream of doing it, or just love a good trail story, this episode will take you there—step by step.

Send us a textConductor Brad Swartzwelter's primary interest has always been trains, even from before he can remember. When he was around two years old, his mother took him on a train ride from Denver to Ottumwa, Iowa. While he does not remember the trip, his mother says he enjoyed it greatly.As a kid, Swartzwelter's interest in trains only grew. As many kids do, he played with a train set and, further encouraging his interest, his parents would stop the car whenever they drove by a train so that he could watch it.Swartzwelter's family often vacationed at Sheriff Ranch in Granby, fishing with a lease on the Colorado River. During these vacations, he watched and waved at the Rio Grande Zephyr rolling through. For him, this fascination has been “a lifelong ailment, [for which] I've tried numerous remedies [and] there is no cure.” Thank you for listening to The Mountain-Ear Podcast, featuring news and culture from peak to peak! Additional pages are linked below!If you want to be involved in the podcast or paper, contact our editor at info@themountainear.com and/or our podcast host at media@themountainear.com! Head to our website for all of the latest news from peak to peak! SUBSCRIBE ONLINE and use the coupon code PODCAST for A 10% DISCOUNT for ALL NEW SUBSCRIBERS! Submit local events to promote them in the paper and on our website! Find us on Facebook @mtnear and Instagram @mtn.ear! Listen and watch on YouTube today! Share this podcast around by scrolling to the bottom of our website home page or by heading to our main hub on Buzzsprout!Thank you for listening!

This week on the News Reel, we talk to Doug McMurdo, editor of the Times-Independent, about a financial program to subsidize utilities for city residents. We also discuss where and when residents can use fireworks this Fourth of July. And we finish with a quick update about a major water rights agreement for the Colorado River that is set to expire soon. - Show Notes - • Moab extends utility relief program another six months https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/moab-extends-utility-relief-program-another-six-months/ • Moab city warns of fireworks restrictions ahead of July holidays https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/moab-city-warns-of-fireworks-restrictions-ahead-of-july-holidays/ • Feds pressure states to reach deal on the future of the Colorado River https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/we-stand-on-the-brink-of-system-failure-feds-up-pressure-for-states-to-reach-deal-on-the-future-of-the-colorado-river/

California's water future could be shaped by a $20 billion gamble with the controversial Delta Tunnel.This episode dives deep into the high-stakes project with Camille von Kaenel, California Environment Reporter for Politico.She unravels the complex plan to transport water from Northern to Southern California, detailing its immense cost, the decades-long permitting battles, and the stark divide between its proponents and opponents, , including Governor Gavin Newsom who champions it as a climate resiliency project as his term heads to an end.With Southern California utilities facing budget holes from successful conservation and a dwindling Colorado River supply, the conversation explores the decisions ahead and whether to invest in the massive tunnel infrastructure or prioritize ambitious local water recycling projects.Learn why this debate isn't just about water, but about politics, endangered species, and the very identity of California's communities.waterloop is a nonprofit news outlet exploring solutions for sustainability in water.

Water problems in the West go deeper than the Colorado River. Beyond reservoir levels, diminishing groundwater is now an important consideration according to new research. Then, Denver's "soul food scholar" delves into the history of Asian chefs who served U.S. presidents, often on the high seas. 

Prolific river protector Gary Wockner gives us the straight scoop on the state of the Colorado River (and others), and the growth obsession that keeps southwest states and cities from responding rationally to increasingly scarce water resources.   TODAY, nearly half the world's population experiences severe water shortages at least part of the year. So far, fresh water issues in the American Southwest amount – mostly - to first world problems – like “I can't water my lawn whenever I want,” “it's hard to keep the golf course lush and green with less water,” or “How can I develop my next residential project if there's no water?” But the future could be grim, if we can't get the cities and states into a 12-step program to break the growth addiction habit. Our guest, Gary Wockner, works globally as an advocate and consultant for protection of rivers. He founded and directs: Save the Colorado Save the Poudre Colorado River chapter of CASSE He also cofounded Tell the Dam Truth, a nonprofit that supports river-protection groups by engaging with federal and state agencies to make sure that the greenhouse gas emissions caused by dams and reservoirs are counted, reported, and then considered during policy making, rulemaking, and legislation. He most recently led opposition to the Northern Integrated Supply Project. He filed a lawsuit to stop it, and recently settled the suit. He shares about the settlement in this episode. Gary is also author of numerous books, including: River Warrior: Fighting to Protect the World's Rivers Comeback Wolves Pulse of the River LINKS:   News stories, opinion pieces, books and more related to Gary Wockner's work: https://garywockner.com/all-garys-writing-advocacy/    Disaster Capitalism on the Colorado River - Column by Gary Wockner: https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/2016/03/27/colorado-river-drought-destruction-interior-moonshot-disaster-capitalism-column/80468488/   Save the Colorado: https://savethecolorado.org/   Save the Poudre: https://www.savethepoudre.org/   Tell the Dam Truth: https://tellthedamtruth.com/ Colorado River Chapter of CASSE (Center for the Advancement of the Steady State Economy): https://steadystate.org/meet/chapters/   Colorado River Basin Climate and Hydrology: State of the Science: https://wwa.colorado.edu/resources/colorado-river-resources/CRBreport   Colorado River States Still Have No Unified Long-Term Management Plan and ‘Are Just About Out of Time,' Experts Warn – May 31, 2025 Denver Post story: https://www.denverpost.com/2025/05/31/colorado-river-negotiations-2026-deadline/   Water Supply Uncertainty Could Slow Growth in Colorado Springs – May 2024 news story KRDO13 Colorado Springs: https://youtu.be/rvGGqZHwHdM?si=bimFT2BSWlCq_c5C   Officials Fear 'Complete Doomsday Scenario' for Drought-Stricken Colorado River -  The Washington Post, December 1, 2022: https://www.yahoo.com/news/officials-fear-complete-doomsday-scenario-202316932.html?guccounter=1   Give Us Feedback: Record a voice message for us to play on the podcast: 719-402-1400 Send an email to podcast at growthbusters.org The GrowthBusters theme song was written and produced by Jake Fader and sung by Carlos Jones. https://www.fadermusicandsound.com/ https://carlosjones.com/ On the GrowthBusters podcast, we come to terms with the limits to growth, explore the joy of sustainable living, and provide a recovery program from our society's growth addiction (economic/consumption and population). This podcast is part of the GrowthBusters project to raise awareness of overshoot and end our culture's obsession with, and pursuit of, growth. Dave Gardner directed the documentary GrowthBusters: Hooked on Growth, which Stanford Biologist Paul Ehrlich declared “could be the most important film ever made.” Co-host, and self-described "energy nerd," Stephanie Gardner has degrees in Environmental Studies and Environmental Law & Policy. Join the GrowthBusters online community https://growthbusters.groups.io/ GrowthBusters: Hooked on Growth – free on YouTube https://youtu.be/_w0LiBsVFBo Join the conversation on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GrowthBustersPodcast/ Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growthbusting/ Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/growthbusters.bsky.social Make a donation to support this non-profit project. https://www.growthbusters.org/donate/ Archive of GrowthBusters podcast episodes http://www.growthbusters.org/podcast/ Subscribe to GrowthBusters email updates https://lp.constantcontact.com/su/umptf6w/signup Explore the issues at http://www.growthbusters.org View the GrowthBusters channel on YouTube Follow the podcast so you don't miss an episode:

The Trump administration is giving seven Western states until November to agree on how to share the Colorado River — or face federal intervention. POLITICO's Annie Snider breaks down the administration's ultimatum, why the states that share the river haven't solved this issue, and what's next in this saga. Plus, the Department of Energy didn't ensure enough staff or risk controls were in place to handle a high-profile $8 billion hydrogen program, the agency's inspector general office said in a new report. Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro.  Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switchAnd for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's newscast: The Hilltop Fire near Rulison is 100% contained; Colorado babies born to noncitizens will still get birthright citizenship despite a U.S. Supreme Court ruling, but with potential ripple effects for Wyoming; and the Bureau of Land Management is fast-tracking a review for a project that could increase oil trains along the Colorado River. Tune in for these stories and more.

The Trump administration is proposing steep cuts to the Department of Energy's network of national research laboratories, which have powered U.S. scientific and technological breakthroughs for decades. POLITICO's Brian Dabbs breaks down how President Trump wants to reshape the system andwhat it means for the future of U.S. science and energy innovation. Also, the Trump administration has given the seven Western states that share the Colorado River less than five months to reach a deal on how to split its drought-shriveled flows — or Interior Secretary Doug Burgum will impose unilateral cuts. Brian Dabbs covers the Energy Department and White House for POLITICO's E&E News. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

November 15, 1928. Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona. 29-year old Glen Hyde and his 22- year old wife, Bessie, decide to spend their honeymoon taking a rafting trip through the Grand Canyon down the rapids of the Colorado River and hope to attain a new speed record. Shortly after stopping at the home of a photographer named Emery Kolb, the Hydes vanish without a trace. Their empty boat is eventually discovered on the river nearly 150 miles away with all of the couple's supplies and possessions onboard, but Glen and Bessie are nowhere to be found. Over the next several decades, there would be a number of surprising twists, including a woman who claimed to be Bessie Hyde and the discovery of an unidentified male skeleton in Emery Kolb's boathouse. Did Glen and Bessie Hyde drown in the Colorado River, or was something a lot more sinister behind their disappearances? This week's episode of “The Path Went Chilly” chronicles the Grand Canyon's most famous mystery, which has remained unsolved for nearly a century.Support the Show: Patreon.com/julesandashleyPatreon.com/thetrailwentcoldAdditional Reading:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Glen_and_Bessie_Hydehttp://charleyproject.org/case/glen-rollin-hydehttp://charleyproject.org/case/bessie-louise-haley-hyde“Sunk Without a Sound: The Tragic Colorado River Honeymoon of Glen and Bessie Hyde” by Brad Dimock

Today, Sun rural reporter Tracy Ross interviews Matt Moseley, a Coloradan with three jobs -- communications professional, author of three books including one about the rabble rouser, Hunter S. Thompson, and open-water swimmer in a landlocked state. He recently swam 17 miles of the Colorado River from the put in near Moab, Utah, to the takeout at Potash (pot-ash), to raise money for American Rivers to protect free-flowing rivers throughout the US. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's newscast: Federal engineers have finished critical repairs at one of the largest dams on the Colorado River, the Department of Public Safety plans to assign more troopers to State Route 260 after several deadly crashes, Gov. Hobbs breaks her own record with the veto of two budget proposals, and more.

Western states have pumped a Lake Mead's worth of groundwater in recent years. What does that mean for those relying on the shrinking Colorado River?

On today's newscast: Hope in long-stuck Colorado River negotiations, governors of Western states give mixed reactions to proposed federal land sell-off, an OHV driver charged with manslaughter after a 19-month-old died in a crash near Oak Creek Canyon, a budget stalemate pushes Arizona closer to a shutdown, and more.

Do Bans on Plastic Bags Work? That story and more on H2O Radio's weekly news report. Headlines: A study from Stanford University says a market-based approach to the Colorado River would help sustain fish and their habitats. In a win for oceans, the High Seas Treaty is closer than ever to coming into effect. How rivers can supercharge hurricanes. Plastic bag bans and fees are working, a new study found.

Hear about rafting the Grand Canyon for seven days as the Amateur Traveler talks about this bucket list trip sponsored by Western River Expeditions. In this solo (but not really solo) episode of Amateur Traveler, host Chris Christensen recounts a seven-day rafting adventure down the Grand Canyon with Western River Expeditions — a journey filled with whitewater rapids, red rock cliffs, side canyon hikes, waterfalls, fossils, ancient ruins, and meaningful encounters with fellow travelers. Motorized J-rig rafts cover 188 miles of the Colorado River in 7 days Overnights at iconic river camps: Ledges, Dinosaur, Carbon, Hotauta, Football Field, and Lower 185 Mile Major rapids including Hermit, Crystal, Granite, Sockdolager, Lava Falls, and more Cultural stops: Nankoweap granaries, ancestral Puebloan ruins, sacred Hopi salt mines Geology & scenery: Marble Canyon, Vishnu schist, Zoroaster granite, lava flows, and Redwall Cavern Side hikes to Havasu Canyon, Elves Chasm, Stone Creek Falls, and Deer Creek Memorable stargazing, Dutch oven desserts, and even a toga night Highlights of the Trip:  ... https://amateurtraveler.com/rafting-the-grand-canyon-with-western-river-expeditions/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

773B Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/773B Presented by: Moccasin Fly Club   We're back with John Hunt from Moccasin Fly Club, and this time he's giving us the ultimate fly fishing and hunting roadmap for Colorado and New Mexico. From the Colorado River to the South Platte and even into New Mexico's San Juan, John lays out his top 10 spots to hit this year — some big names and a few hidden gems too.   Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/773B

November 15, 1928. Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona. 29-year old Glen Hyde and his 22- year old wife, Bessie, decide to spend their honeymoon taking a rafting trip through the Grand Canyon down the rapids of the Colorado River and hope to attain a new speed record. Shortly after stopping at the home of a photographer named Emery Kolb, the Hydes vanish without a trace. Their empty boat is eventually discovered on the river nearly 150 miles away with all of the couple's supplies and possessions onboard, but Glen and Bessie are nowhere to be found. Over the next several decades, there would be a number of surprising twists, including a woman who claimed to be Bessie Hyde and the discovery of an unidentified male skeleton in Emery Kolb's boathouse. Did Glen and Bessie Hyde drown in the Colorado River, or was something a lot more sinister behind their disappearances? This week's episode of “The Path Went Chilly” chronicles the Grand Canyon's most famous mystery, which has remained unsolved for nearly a century.Support the Show: Patreon.com/julesandashleyPatreon.com/thetrailwentcoldAdditional Reading:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disappearance_of_Glen_and_Bessie_Hydehttp://charleyproject.org/case/glen-rollin-hydehttp://charleyproject.org/case/bessie-louise-haley-hyde“Sunk Without a Sound: The Tragic Colorado River Honeymoon of Glen and Bessie Hyde” by Brad Dimock

On today's newscast: Ted Cooke tapped to run Bureau of Reclamation amid pivotal Colorado River talks, increased fire restrictions go into effect today, a missing camper was found safe after a multi-day search, the state Attorney General is calling out a rate hike requested by APS, Senate Republicans have proposed selling off public lands in the West, and more.

Runoff in the Colorado River is expected to be 55 percent of normal this year which means Lake Mead water levels will drop. Lake levels and inflows to the lake can impact our drinking water supply. Limnologists Todd Tietjen and Deena Hannoun share how their research helps protect our drinking water, and how their studies help other Colorado River Basin water agencies on this episode of the Water Smarts Podcast. Hosts: Bronson Mack and Crystal Zuelkehttps://www.snwa.com/https://www.snwa.com/

Five teenage boy scouts and their guides had a plan to hike one of the most difficult trails into the Grand Canyon. They only had enough water to make it down to the Colorado River, but once they made it there, they would refill and have plenty of water to hike back out. They didn't expect to hike into a heatwave and run out of water well before they could get down to the river.

As the Trump administration and congressional Republicans try to pull back federal support for climate technologies, carbon capture has mostly avoided the GOP onslaught. POLITICO's Debra Kahn breaks down how carbon capture has largely dodged GOP attacks and why the technology hits close to home for House Speaker Mike Johnson in her latest Currents column. Plus, a top Interior Department official said he expects the seven states that share the Colorado River to strike an agreement on a new long-term management plan by next spring, but raised the threat of federal intervention if those negotiations fail. Debra Kahn is the editor of POLITICO's California Climate newsletter and author of Currents, a reported column about the energy, environment and climate debates. Josh Siegel is the host of POLITICO Energy and a congressional energy reporter for POLITICO. Nirmal Mulaikal is the co-host and producer of POLITICO Energy.  Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO.  Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Regional Roundup, we hear how planting trees in Grand Junction and Moab can help mitigate extreme heat. Next, we bring you an audio postcard that captures the sounds of migrating birds in the region. We'll also hear stories about an initiative in Western Colorado to keep more water in the Colorado River without impacting irrigators, a visit from Tibetan monks who blessed the North Fork River, efforts to find safe housing for domestic violence victims in the area, and how educators are trying to teach teenagers about consent.

Last week, news broke that the depletion of groundwater across the Colorado River Basin has been quietly, rapidly outpacing the more visible decline of the river itself. Even as the seven basin states negotiate reduced consumption of river water—inevitably driving dependence toward local aquifers instead—this newly published research shows that the majority ofmost of the water lost throughout the basin in recent years has been underground. In the Lower Colorado River Basin alone, groundwater has accounted for 71% of total water supply loss.  Jay Famiglietti, a longtime contributor to Ten Across, specializes in the use of satellite data to monitor the world's groundwater mass. His team's new findings focus on the U.S. Southwest—a region at the forefront of the nation's water supply challenges and the complex balances between resource limitations and economic growth.  As states and cities in the Colorado River Basin and elsewhere develop water management strategies to sustain themselves through future constraints, a growing understanding of groundwater supply is key to effective proactive policy. It is increasingly clear that time is of the essence for this uniquely finite resource.   Listen in as Ten Across founder Duke Reiter and Jay Famiglietti discuss the concrete findings in this report, the immediate and long-term implications for agriculture in the Southwest, and Jay's motivations for raising awareness of groundwater usage in the Ten Across region and beyond.  Relevant articles and resources:  Read the open access study: “Declining Freshwater Availability in the Colorado River Basin Threatens Sustainability of Its Critical Groundwater Supplies”  Read The Washington Post's analysis  More analysis from The Guardian and Inside Climate News  Catch up on the Colorado River negotiations  Listen to Jay's first podcast appearance  Related headlines:   “ADWR Director Briefs UA Water Resources Research Center Conference on Colorado River Negotiations” (azwater.gov, June 2025)  “It's not just big alfalfa farms. La Paz residents fear groundwater grab by big cities” (Arizona Republic, June 2025)  “Arizona wants this city to cut its groundwater use. Residents want flexibility” (Arizona Republic, May 2025)  “Even in wet years, wells are still dry. Why replenishing California's groundwater is painfully slow” (Cal Matters, February 2025)  “Opinion: Will We Have to Pump the Great Lakes to California to Feed the Nation?” (The New York Times, August 2024)  Credits:Host: Duke ReiterProducer and editor: Taylor GriffithMusic by: Lupus Nocte and TellsonicResearch and support provided by: Kate Carefoot, Rae Ulrich, and Sabine Butler

In this week's episode, I'm diving into the captivating secrets of the Grand Canyon. We'll explore some of the long-standing mysteries surrounding this incredible natural wonder. I'll be discussing the alleged early 1900s discovery by an explorer within a mysterious cave nestled in the canyon walls. We'll also delve into the purported connections between the canyon and ancient pagan religions, as well as some of the paranormal experiences that have been reported over the years. Furthermore, we'll examine the deep spiritual significance the canyon holds for Native American tribes and their traditional beliefs about its origins.We will also consider the persistent questions surrounding the Smithsonian Institution and allegations of historical cover-ups, along with the reasons behind the restricted areas within the canyon that are off-limits to both air travel and visitors. Finally, we'll touch upon the debate regarding the canyon's formation – was it a gradual process carved by the Colorado River, or could it be the result of a more sudden, world-wide cataclysmic event such as Noah's flood?I hope you find this exploration as fascinating as I do!*Amy is a Christian Counselor and Coach:-To schedule an appointment: ⁠⁠https://www.biblicalguidancecounseling.com/appointments⁠⁠Amy teaches online verse by verse Bible studies:Rumble link: ⁠⁠https://rumble.com/c/BibleStudywithEyesontheright⁠⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eyesontheright4.0/https://www.instagram.com/eyesontherightpodcast/

Today, Sun outdoors reporter Jason Blevins dissects the recent Supreme Court decision on the proposed Unita Basin rail line and what it means for concerns about the Colorado River and Eagle County, which joined the lawsuit. Read more: https://coloradosun.com/2025/05/29/uinta-basin-railway-supreme-court-waxy-crude/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Oceans Are Getting Darker. That story and more on H2O Radio's weekly news report. Headlines: Colorado River users received a grim prediction about the amount of water that will flow to Lake Powell, which could mean cutbacks in the future. A controversial plan to transport crude oil by rail along portions of the Colorado River is much closer to becoming a reality. The oceans have gotten darker over the past two decades. Scientists are concerned. Hawai‘i just implemented a tax you can feel good about.

“I felt no distress whatever…I was perspiring freely and was as limber and helpless as a wet rag. It was an exhilarating experience.... It was then and there that I first conceived the idea of the reclamation of the desert.” This is the story of the Hoover Dam.  A wild, precarious, and dangerous river, the Colorado tears across the American southwest's otherwise arid and largely uninhabitable desert. Yet, if tamed, the Colorado could reclaim countless acres; it could provide sustenance and hydroelectricity for untold millions! But that's the catch: “if.” From a dehydrated mirage in 1849, to the outgrowth of an overwhelmed canal in the early twentieth-century Imperial Valley, this is the unlikely tale of the dreamers; government officials; a consortium of six construction companies, blandly called “Six Companies; Frank “Hurry Up Crow; and the 21,000 workers—over 100 of whom will wind up dead—who defied the odds and pushed engineering to new heights to “make the desert bloom.” ____ Connect with us on HTDSpodcast.com and go deep into episode bibliographies and book recommendations join discussions in our Facebook community get news and discounts from The HTDS Gazette  come see a live show get HTDS merch or become an HTDS premium member for bonus episodes and other perks. HTDS is part of Audacy media network. Interested in advertising on the History That Doesn't Suck? Contact Audacyinc.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by GO RVING™ Nothing says “All American Road Trip” more than loading up an RV, hitting the road, and having an adventure. And that's exactly what we did recently with the help from our friends at GO RVING™   In the spring of 2025, we rented an RV in Phoenix and drove up to Page, Arizona where we spent five days and four nights enjoying the Roam America Horseshoe Bend campground and exploring this incredible part of the Southwest.   The trip was an epic adventure, and in this episode, we'll discuss our experience as newbie RVers, the activities we did in the area, and some of the camping recipes we enjoyed cooking at our site. All this and more, coming up next!   Activities we discuss in this episode include, ·     Touring Cardiac Canyon (part of Antelope Canyon), ·     A visit to the Navajo Bridges on Highway 89A, ·     Kayaking the Colorado River from Petroglyph Point below Horseshoe Bend to Lees Ferry, ·     Seeing petroglyphs at Petroglyph Point on the Colorado River, ·     Hiking in Waterhole Canyon, ·     Viewing the dam from the Glen Canyon Dam Overlook, ·     Visiting the Carl Hayden Visitor Center at Glen Canyon Dam, ·     Hiking the Beehive Trail, (also known as The Wave 2), ·     Snaping our pic at the Shell Sand Cave, ·     And a few more suggestions for activities on Lake Powel!   Links to organizations and activities we mentioned in the episode: ·     GoRVing.com (our sponsor for this episode – check them out!) ·     RVShare (the site we used to rent our RV for this adventure) ·     Taadidiin Tours (for the Cardiac Canyon hiking tour) ·     Kayak the Colorado (for the kayak rental and backhaul taxi service on the Colorado River) ·     Roam America (we stayed at their “Horseshoe Bend” campground in Page, Arizona) ·     Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas (for the Rainbow Bridge boat tour) ·     Carl Hayden Visitor Center (at the Glen Canyon Dam)   -----   If you would like to support our podcast, please consider becoming a member of our Patreon account. Follow this link to check it out.   Subscribe to The Dear Bob and Sue Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen, and if you've enjoyed our show, please leave us a review or rating on Apple Podcasts. Five-star ratings help other listeners find our show.   Follow us on Instagram at @mattandkarensmith, TikTok at @mattandkarensmith, or on Facebook at dearbobands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Confusion remains after the "What did you do last week?" email that federal workers received, the Trump administration's break with European allies over Ukraine was reflected in several votes at the UN, funds set aside to keep the Colorado River flowing have been halted, and a surgeon in France is on trial for abusing his young patients.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Tara Neil, Eric Whitney, Kevin Drew, Janaya Williams and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Nia Dumas and Christopher Thomas. We get engineering support from Arthur Laurent. And our technical director is Carleigh Strange.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy