TED Radio Hour Searching for paradise
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Dec 27, 2024 
George Whitesides, founder of Megafire Action, discusses innovative wildfire management strategies critical for California's safety. Pico Iyer, renowned novelist, reflects on his global travels and the complex nature of paradise, contrasting dreams with harsh realities. Ramona Pierson shares her incredible recovery journey after a near-fatal accident, emphasizing the transformative power of community support. Together, they explore resilience, the search for utopia, and the beauty found even in chaos.
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Paradise Lost
- Richard and Zeta Gore moved to Paradise, California in 2018, fulfilling a dream.
- Seven months later, a wildfire destroyed the town and their home, forcing them to flee.
Fire Prevention
- Create fire-adapted communities by clearing brush, installing metal screens, and using fire-resistant materials.
- Implement resilient landscapes through prescribed burns, learning from indigenous practices.
Paradise Rebuilt
- Despite the devastation, the Gores returned to Paradise to rebuild.
- They found a stronger sense of community and a renewed appreciation for the landscape.
