Kyle Roerink

Kyle Roerink has worked in public policy and public affairs for more than a decade -- working for the benefit of the public interest as a journalist, congressional staffer, and non-profit leader. He serves as Executive Director of the Great Basin Water Network.

Sept. 24, 2024

S3E28: There Ain't No Big Faucet: Water Politics with the Great Basin Water Network

About the Guest: Kyle Roerink is the Executive Director of the Great Basin Water Network. Roerink has been a pivotal figure in advocating for sustainable water management across the Great Basin and the Colorado Plateau. His organization has played a significant role in addressing critical issues related to water rights, environmental protection, and the ecological impact of industry and urban development in the arid Southwest. Episode Summary: In this engaging episode of "90 Miles from Needl...

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Feb. 16, 2022

S1E4: The End of the Cadillac Desert: Megadrought in the Southwest

For generations, the American West has relied on the assumption that water could always be found somewhere. That era is ending. This episode examines drought, the Colorado River, and the changing realities of water management across the Southwest, asking what the future of desert communities will look like as water becomes increasingly scarce.

Guest: Kyle Roerink

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