Conversations about conservation & climate from the Northern Great Plains
Welcome to a podcast born from the sweeping diversity of the Northern Great Plains—a region where there’s so much worth protecting, but true conservation begins with genuine connection.
While science and reporting on conservation and climate issues in our region are strong, what’s missing is a space for in-depth, honest conversations. Our show fills that gap, serving as a convergence point for long-form discussions about the challenges we face, the latest research, and real-world responses to the climate crisis.
Join our co-hosts for engaging, interview-style episodes featuring scientists, farmers, conservationists, artists, business leaders, students, and passionate citizens. Together, we share ideas, ask tough questions, and tell the unvarnished truth about the state of the rivers and rangelands we all cherish.
Tune in and become part of the conversation that’s shaping the future of the Northern Great Plains.
Lori Walsh is a writer, journalist and public radio host. Her 2022 Bush Fellowship explored how conversation creates culture. Her narrative nonfiction documentary “Black Hills in the Balance” won a regional Murrow award in the news documentary category. Walsh’s work has been published in newspapers, magazines and poetry journals. She has interviewed more than nine thousand public radio guests on air, in studio, and on stage.
Travis Entenman is a dedicated conservationist whose passion for nature was cultivated in the diverse landscapes of North America. Guided by Aldo Leopold's philosophy of conservation as a harmony between humans and nature, Entenman strives to inspire others to leave the earth better than they found it and to challenge the status quo of environmental indifference. With a Master's degree in Environmental Law and Policy from Vermont Law School, Entenman has channeled his expertise into leadership roles as the Executive Director of Friends of the Big Sioux River and the Northern Prairies Land Trust. In these positions, he focuses his efforts on conserving native prairies, cleaning watersheds, and educating communities about the importance of environmental stewardship.