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In this Berkeley Talks episode, Jessica Morse, the deputy secretary for forest and wildland resilience at the California Natural Resources Agency, discusses the current wildfire crisis in California and how we got here, strategies the state is implementing, and lessons they've learned in order to decrease catastrophic wildfires and create more resilient forests.Morse began her Nov. 4, 2022, lecture with a story about the Camp Fire, the nation's deadliest wildfire in a century that killed 85 people and destroyed more than 18,000 structures in Northern California. "The story for me starts Nov. 8, 2018, almost four years ago to the day the campfire broke out in Paradise," began Morse. "I think all of us have some story of knowing where we were that day. It was a game-changer in terms of the deadliest, most devastating fire we've seen in California history. I went up there a couple days later to go help out and volunteer with the relief efforts. And what I saw was striking: We had 54,000 people displaced in the blink of an eye. Most of the people, even a couple days after the fire, were still meandering around in pajama bottoms and slippers because they had fled from their homes from this fire that was moving so quickly.""It was a level of trauma in people that I had not seen firsthand since I had been in an active war zone in Iraq," she continued. "And I thought, 'This is my community. These are our neighbors. This is our state. How is this happening? And how did it get this bad? And what do we do about it?'"And so, I dedicated then my time and energy, as well as many of you have to, trying to solve and answer that question. And so, I joined the Newsom administration. The governor on day one, he declared an emergency on these fires so that we could start investing in the prevention work. And so, that's what I'm going to tell you a lot about today, is how we've transformed and transitioned in California to the scale we're at today."This talk was the Berkeley Rausser College of Natural Resources' 2022 S.J. Hall Lecture in Industrial Forestry.Listen to the episode and read the transcript on Berkeley News (news.berkeley.edu).UC Berkeley photo by Scott Stephens.Music by Blue Dot Sessions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jessica Morse is the Deputy Secretary for Forest and Wildland Resilience at the California Natural Resources Agency. Our topic in this episode is wildfires, in particular, megafires. Jessica leads California's statewide response to wildfire resiliency. Since 2019, she has secured billions of dollars for wildfire resilience programs, such as community home hardening, forest fuel management (including healthy thinning and fuel break establishment), and watershed health initiatives.Jessica coordinates and collaborates with state and local agencies, conservation groups, and public and private stakeholders. She works to streamline collaboration for quick and effective problem-solving, addressing the scale and urgency of the issue. Additionally, she navigates the state legislature's budgetary cycles to secure the necessary funding for these programs. For those living in California or other fire-prone areas, wildfires are one of the ways that climate change feels most tangible, and it's heartening to hear how strongly the state has responded to the escalation of extreme mega fires since 2018. In this episode, we cover: [00:00]: Intro[02:02]: Jessica's background in war zones and wildfires[03:37]: Her run for Congress[05:01]: Firsthand experience with the Camp Fire in 2018[07:53]: Joining the Newsom administration as Deputy Secretary for Wildfire Resilience[09:01]: Overview of California National Resources Agency (CNRA)[11:11]: Overview of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)[13:50]: The natural and cultural history of forest fire in California[16:13]: The legacy of the Forest Service's fire suppression policy[18:44]: Compounding crises of clear-cutting, drought, and pests creating mega fire conditions[23:02]: The three fronts of wildfire resilience[24:04]: Home hardening and community resilience[27:06]: Fuel breaks[31:34]: Landscape-level resilience[34:34]: Fire's impact on soil chemistry and reduction of water storage[38:18]: Securing significant funding for CAL Fire[46:52]: Scaling workforce development for wildfire projects[48:39]: How goats are helping to mitigate wildfires[49:45]: Challenges with woody biomass from slash piles[54:02]: Overview of California Vegetation Treatment Programmatic Impact Review (Cal VTP) and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) process[58:00]: Streamlining regulations to tackle environmental projects more efficiently[59:53]: Collaborating with diverse partners to drive reforestation[01:02:05]: Confronting seed shortages and biodiversity loss caused by fires[01:03:39]: How to get involved in wildfire mitigationRecommended Resources:Ready for Wildfires websiteCAL FIRE Ready for Wildfire AppGet connected: Jessica Morse Twitter / LinkedInCody SimmsMCJ Podcast / Collective*You can also reach us via email at info@mcjcollective.com, where we encourage you to share your feedback on episodes and suggestions for future topics or guests.Episode recorded on May 18, 2023
Marisa and Guy Marzorati head to Sacramento to recap the end of the legislative session with POLITICO's Lara Korte, including Governor Gavin Newsom's climate agenda and the deal to extend the life of the Diablo Canyon Power Plant. Then, Jessica Morse, Deputy Secretary for Forest and Wildland Resilience at the California Natural Resources Agency, joins to discuss the wildfire threat from the state's heat wave, her family's history in California, her time in Iraq and run for Congress in 2018, and the administration's plan for wildfire resilience.
We review the history and pathophysiology of neonatal jaundice. We are joined by Jessica Morse, MD, Assistant Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, and Medical Director of the Parkland Memorial Hospital Newborn Nursery.
We discuss the clinical approach to evaluation and management of neonatal jaundice. We are joined by Jessica Morse, MD, Assistant Professor of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, and Medical Director of the Parkland Memorial Hospital Newborn Nursery.
We continue our conversation about abortion from Tuesday's episode before addressing trade disputes around the globe. Then, we share Beth's follow-up conversation with Jessica Morse, who ran for Congress in California. They talk California wildfires, national security, and more. Recommended Resources: Dr. Tamara Tweel on Involuntary Miscarriages and Voluntary Abortions Idaho Lawmakers Drafting Bill To Ban AbortionsWe are so thankful to our wonderful patrons who support the show. If you'd like to join the ranks of our faithful supports and get access to bonus content, visit our Patreon page.Our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), comes out TODAY! We are so thankful that you have been part of our journey to bring this book into the world; we're so excited for you to read it. You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone!Thanks to our sponsors: Nurx and Ritual. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
California's District 4 covers Amador, Calaveras, El Dorado, and Tuolumne Counties, along with parts of Nevada and Placer Counties. Incumbent Tom McClintock is a 5-term Republican and is being challenged by Jessica Morse, a Democrat who's worked as a National Security Strategist. Tony Lopez and Gary Dietrich break down this contested race.
State motor vehicle departments across the country are seeing rising wait times for customers. California's Department of Motor Vehicles has become the epicenter of a problem with long wait lines, as it struggles to implement new laws and modernize technology. Later in the show, Rep. Tom McClintock and Democratic challenger Jessica Morse discuss their bid for a contested House seat. Finally, Republican gubernatorial candidate John Cox makes it onto Buzz of the Week for his passionate comments on affordability. For more information on today's episode, visit https://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/capitol-alert/article219809920.html. Got Buzz of the Week suggestions? Call 916-326-5538. Send show feedback to host Bryan Anderson at banderson@sacbee.com.
Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation continues to be a source of conflict across the country. We are angry, discouraged, and frustrated by the narrative surrounding this story. Thankfully, this episode is balanced out by Beth's uplifting conversation with Jessica Morse, who is running for Congress in California's 4th District.To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, please visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The road to taking back the House goes through California. Sophy and Kelly speak with three Democratic nominees for Congress in California: Andrew Janz in CA-22 (00:29-16:13); Jessica Morse in CA-04 (16:54-35:24); and Julia Peacock in CA-42 (36:33-1:02:39)Califor.
The road to taking back the House goes through California. Sophy and Kelly speak with three Democratic nominees for Congress in California: Andrew Janz in CA-22 (00:29-16:13); Jessica Morse in CA-04 (16:54-35:24); and Julia Peacock in CA-42 (36:33-1:02:39)Califor.
Jessica Morse describes her deep roots in this rural district, and her calling to public service to Baghdad and now back home to the mountains of Yosemite . She's giving incumbent Tom McClintock a serious challenge.
We’re officially halfway through the 115th Congress and we will soon get our next chance to hire better representation in 2018. In this special episode, recorded in front of a live audience, meet Jen’s friend who is running for Congress. In this episode, hear how Jessica Morse made the decision to run for Congress, discover what the experience of running has been like, and learn where all that campaign cash goes. This is a hopeful episode! Election time is almost here! Celebrate the possibilities that lay before us in the last Congressional Dish of 2017. Please Support Congressional Dish Click here to contribute using credit card, debit card, PayPal, or Bitcoin Click here to support Congressional Dish for each episode via Patreon Mail Contributions to: 5753 Hwy 85 North #4576 Crestview, FL 32536 Thank you for supporting truly independent media! How To Invest in Jessica Morse's Campaign Jessica's website: https://www.morse4congress.com/ Follow Jessica on Twitter: @Morse4America Like Jessica's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Morse4America/ Follow Jessica on Instagram: @Morse4America Follow Jessica on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-morse Recommended Congressional Dish Episodes (featuring Tom McClintock) CD022: Crippling the Regulators CD065: Federal Intervention in California Water Rights CD069: Giving Away Your Land Additional Reading Article: Democrats see opportunity in a strongly Republican California congressional district by Chris Megerian, LA Times, November 19, 2017. Article: McClintock is trying to have it both ways with the GOP tax cut. Don't buy it: This plan serves Koch Industries by Jessica Morse, The Sacramento Bee, November 15, 2017. Article: Will McClintock finally face a real challenge? by Marc Boyd, The Modesto Bee, September 29, 2017. Editorial: That's not anarchy, Rep. McClintock, it's democracy by The Editorial Board, The Sacramento Bee, February 6, 2017. Blog: Endorsement of Donald Trump for President by Tom McClintock, May 21, 2016. Article: Arizona congressman Trent Franks elected by Samantha Lachman, The Huffington Post, November 4, 2014. Report: 30 members, 1 Senator running unopposed by Clark Mindock, Roll Call, November 3, 2014. Article: How to take back the House? Great candidates! Meet Jessica Morse in CA who is taking on McClintock by EducatetheMasses, Daily Kos, September 9, 2009. Resources American's For Prosperity Scorecard: Rep. Tom McClintock App Download: BillTrack50 CA District 04 2018 Race Info: OpenSecrets.org CA District 04 Fact Page: GovTrack.us Candidate Information: Trent Franks Rep. Report Card : Rep. Tom McClintlock 2016 Voting Record: Rep. Tom McClintock Cover Art Design by Only Child Imaginations Music Presented in This Episode Intro & Exit: Tired of Being Lied To by David Ippolito (found on Music Alley by mevio)
We talk about everything from forest fire prevention to reaching across the aisle to appeal to voters from different parties. Jessica is part of our inaugural class of Arena Fellows. She’s someone we truly believe in, and think she represents the next generation of leaders in our country.
Jessica's great, great grandmother Adele was murdered, along with her best friend, in Laguna Beach in 1930. The police ruled it a murder / suicide by Adele. Through copious research, Jessica is out to prove it was a double homicide perpetrated by someone else, and is writing a book about it.