The Forest Service's Perverse Incentives and the Politics of National Forests

The politics and financial incentives surrounding the US Forest Service and logging in National Forests create distrust and scrutiny. The intersection of extreme right and extreme left politics further complicates matters. Tech may have a role in predicting fires and identifying materials for building. Silicon Valley billionaires who own land in Hawaii are urged to help the victims of fires. Climate change poses risks everywhere, but California is leading in finding solutions. The podcast 'On with Cariswisher' is produced by name Araza, Christian Castro-Rosel, Megan Cunane, and Megan Burney, with special thanks to Kate Gallagher. Engineers are Fernando Arudo and Rick Kwan. Follow the show for a home hardening kit or to moderate the next GOP debate.