Fire University

Latest Episodes:

The Impact of Fire on Biodiversity | #45 Jan 31, 2025

Show notes

Dr. Luke Kelly, Associate Professor in Quantitative Ecology at the University of Melbourne, joins us to discuss his research on fire and biodiversity in Australia, focusing on the diverse ecosystems, the challenges posed by changing fire regimes, and the role of grazing and invasive species. We explore the importance of understanding plant traits in relation to fire resilience and the ongoing biodiversity crisis, and how Australian fire science is working to address these issues.

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Resources:

Kelly, L. T., et al. (2023). Understanding fire regimes for a better Anthropocene. Annual Review of Environment and Resources, 48(1).

Dr. Luke Kelly Email, Publications, Website

Episode Host: Dr. Carolina Baruzzi @wildlandmgmt, Publications

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Music by Dr. David Mason and Artlist.io

Produced and edited by Charlotte Nowak

Fire and Carbon | #44 Oct 15, 2024

Show notes

We are joined by Dr. Adam Pellegrini, Associate Professor in the Department of Plant Sciences at the University of Cambridge, to better understand how ecosystems respond to global change. Dr. Pellegrini breaks down how fire maintains and affects carbon cycling and how these key processes shape ecosystems worldwide.

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Resources

Dr. Adam Pellegrini @eco_pelle, Website, Academic Profile

Co-host: Dr. Carolina Baruzzi @wildlandmgmt, Academic Profile

Co-host: Dr. Marcus Lashley @DrDisturbance, Academic Profile

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Check out our newest podcast, Wild Turkey Science!

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For more information, follow WELaM lab on Instagram (@welamecology); and UF DEER Lab on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube (@ufgamelab‬).

Music by Dr. David Mason and Artlist.io

Produced and edited by Charlotte Nowak

Impacts of Megafires on Wildlife Communities | #43 Sep 16, 2024

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Dr. Kendall Calhoun of UCLA and UC Davis joins us to discuss the impact of megafires on wildlife communities. We delve into what defines a megafire, explore his research on wildlife and habitat responses to megafires, and discuss both the positive and negative effects of these events.

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Resources:

Dr. Kendall Calhoun @kenleecalhoun, @kenleecalhoun, Academic Profile

Co-host: Dr. Carolina Baruzzi @wildlandmgmt, Academic Profile

Co-host: Dr. Marcus Lashley @DrDisturbance, Academic Profile

Check out the first annual Bobwhite Heritage Festival! - Flyer & Facebook Event Page

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Check out our newest podcast, Wild Turkey Science!

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For more information, follow WELaM lab on Instagram (@welamecology); and UF DEER Lab on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube (@ufgamelab‬).

Music by Dr. David Mason and Artlist.io

Produced and edited by Charlotte Nowak

Building Trust and Collaboration in Fire Science | #42 Jul 31, 2024

Show notes

Dr. Molly Hunter joins us to discuss her work with the Joint Fire Science Program and the Fire Science Exchange Network, two organizations established to support fireland science research, provide science-based decisions to managers, and foster collaboration between scientists and practitioners. We also discuss the importance of measuring outcomes and the roles that trust and collaboration play in successful fire science management.

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Resources:

Dr. Molly Hunter Academic Profile

Dr. Carolina Baruzzi wildlandmgmt, Academic Profile

Dr. Marcus Lashley DrDisturbance, Academic Profile

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Check out our newest podcast, Wild Turkey Science!

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For more information, follow WELaM lab on Instagram (@welamecology); and UF DEER Lab on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube (@ufgamelab‬).

Music by Dr. David Mason and Artlist.io

Produced and edited by Charlotte Nowak

Wetlands, herps, and fire…oh my! | #41 Jun 29, 2024

Show notes

Kim Sash, the Biological Monitoring Coordinator for Tall Timbers Research Station, joins us to shed light on how fire shapes reptilian and amphibian habitat, the challenges of applying fire regimes to wetland management, and how fire is used to help conserve these fascinating creatures.

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Resources:

Bailey, M. A., et al. (2006). Habitat management guidelines for amphibians and reptiles of the southeastern United States. Partners in Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Technical Publication HMG-2, Montgomery, Alabama, 88.

Kim Sash Contact, Tall Timbers

Co-host: Dr. Carolina Baruzzi wildlandmgmt, Academic Profile

Co-host: Dr. Marcus Lashley DrDisturbance, Academic Profile

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Check out our newest podcast, Wild Turkey Science!

Enroll now in our free, online fire course. Available to all.

For more information, follow WELaM lab on Instagram (@welamecology); and UF DEER Lab on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube (@ufgamelab‬).

Music by Dr. David Mason and Artlist.io

Produced and edited by Charlotte Nowak

Fire-fueling fungi | #40 May 14, 2024

Show notes

Dr. Ben Sikes, Associate Professor of Microbial Ecology at the University of Kansas, joins us to shed light on the fascinating relationships between fungi and fire. Learn of the interconnection between plants created by mycorrhizal networks (AKA the "wood wide web"), how fire regimes drive changes in fungal communities, the mechanisms of carrying out fungal research, and much more.

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Dr. Ben Sikes Contact/Website, Academic Profile

Co-host: Dr. Carolina Baruzzi wildlandmgmt, Academic Profile

Co-host: Dr. Marcus Lashley DrDisturbance, Academic Profile

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Check out our newest podcast, Wild Turkey Science!

Enroll now in our free, online fire course. Available to all.

For more information, follow WELaM lab on Instagram (@welamecology); and UF DEER Lab on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube (@ufgamelab‬).

Music by Dr. David Mason and Artlist.io

Produced and edited by Charlotte Nowak

Fire in the herblands | #39 Dec 20, 2023

Show notes

Carolina and Marcus sit down with Ciera Rhodes of Quail Forever to discuss the importance of using fire when managing for gamebirds, programs and agencies available to assist landowners with management practices and funding, and best fire practices for maximizing quail on your property.

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Resources:

Co-host: Dr. Carolina Baruzzi (wildlandmgmt) (Academic Profile)

Co-host: Dr. Marcus Lashley (DrDisturbance) (Academic Profile)

Have suggestions for future episodes? Send us your feedback! (here)

Check out our newest podcast, Wild Turkey Science!

Enroll now in our free, online fire course. Available to all.

For more information, follow WELaM lab on Instagram (@welamecology); and UF DEER Lab on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube (@ufgamelab‬).

Music by Dr. David Mason and Artlist.io

Produced and edited by Charlotte Nowak

Canadian wildfires | #38 Oct 25, 2023

Show notes

Dr. Anthony Taylor, Associate Professor of Forest Management at the University of New Brunswick, joins Carolina to discuss the Canadian wildfires, the implications of climate change on our ecological and human communities, and what tools can help mitigate these effects moving forward.

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Resources:

Wang, J., Taylor, A. R., & D'Orangeville, L. (2023). Warming-induced tree growth may help offset increasing disturbance across the Canadian boreal forest. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 120(2), e2212780120.

Dr. Anthony Taylor (website) (Academic Profile)

Co-host: Dr. Carolina Baruzzi (wildlandmgmt) (Academic Profile)

Co-host: Dr. Marcus Lashley (DrDisturbance) (Academic Profile)

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Check out our newest podcast, Wild Turkey Science!

Enroll now in our free, online fire course. Available to all.

For more information, follow WELaM lab on Instagram (@welamecology) and Youtube (‪@UF_WELaM‬); and UF DEER Lab on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube (@ufgamelab‬).

Music by Dr. David Mason and Artlist.io

Produced and edited by Charlotte Nowak

Finding fires lightning fast | #37 Jul 26, 2023

Show notes

Dr. Istvan Kereszy joins Marcus and Carolina to discuss his company: Fire Neural Network. Learn how artificial intelligence is used to detect high-risk lightning, how it is currently being applied to fight wildfires across the globe, and how we can continue to benefit from this technology moving forward.

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Resources:

Dr. Istvan Kereszy (info@fireneuralnetwork.com)

Fire Neural Network (https://www.fireneuralnetwork.com/)

UF Article (https://news.ufl.edu/2023/04/fire-neural-network/)

Co-host: Dr. Carolina Baruzzi (wildlandmgmt) (Academic Profile)

Co-host: Dr. Marcus Lashley (DrDisturbance) (Academic Profile)

Have suggestions for future episodes? Send us your feedback! (here)

Check out our newest podcast, Wild Turkey Science!

Enroll now in our free, online fire course. Available to all.

For more information, follow WELaM lab on Instagram (@welamecology); and UF DEER Lab on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube (@ufgamelab‬).

Music by Dr. David Mason and Artlist.io

Produced and edited by Charlotte Nowak

Introducing co-host of Fire University | #36 Jun 15, 2023

Show notes

We welcome Dr. Carolina Baruzzi, Assistant Professor of Wildlife Ecology & Management at the University of Florida, who joins Marcus as our new co-host of Fire University! Hear about their previous work together, Dr. Baruzzi's research interests, and their ideas for the series moving forward.

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Resources from the episode:

Co-host: Dr. Carolina Baruzzi (wildlandmgmt) (Academic Profile)

Co-host: Dr. Marcus Lashley (DrDisturbance) (Academic Profile)

Have suggestions for future episodes? Send us your feedback! (here)

Check out our newest podcast, Wild Turkey Science!

Enroll now in our free, online fire course. Available to all.

For more information, follow WELaM lab on Instagram (@welamecology); and UF DEER Lab on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube (@ufgamelab‬).

Music by Artlist.io

Produced and edited by Charlotte Nowak