David Smith
David Smith, a 31-year veteran of the National Park Service, became Superintendent of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA) in January 2023. He served as Superintendent of Joshua Tree National Park from 2014 through 2023.
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Sept. 7, 2022
S1E17: Mylar Balloons: threat or menace? plus Joshua Tree NP AMA
The colorful balloons released at celebrations often end their journeys tangled in desert vegetation or scattered across remote landscapes. This episode looks at the surprising environmental impacts of mylar balloons, answers listener questions about Joshua Tree National Park, and explores how small choices can have lasting consequences for the desert.
Guests: David Smith , Christian Daniels
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Aug. 21, 2022
S1E16 Flood and Drought; Death Valley and the Great Salt Lake
Extreme drought and catastrophic flooding can seem like opposites, yet both are becoming defining features of the modern Southwest. This episode examines recent events in Death Valley and the Great Salt Lake, exploring what they reveal about climate change, water management, and the future of desert landscapes.
Guests: David Smith , Zachary Frankel