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The Root of It

by UBC Forestry & Environmental Stewardship
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  • 04: From Fighting Fire to Living With It - Dr. Kira Hoffman

    October 9, 2026 · 33 min

    From wildland firefighting to wildfire research, Dr. Kira Hoffman has spent her career understanding our relationship with fire. On this episode of The Root of It, host and Dean of UBC Forestry & Environmental Stewardship Rob Kozak speaks…

  • 03: Indigenous Knowledge & Science in Partnership

    August 7, 2026 · 34 min

    To mark the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, this episode explores a decade-long partnership between UBC Forestry & Environmental Stewardship and Lil̓wat Nation. Hosted by post-doctoral fellow Dr. Tonya Smith, this…

  • 02: From Chef to Mycologist - Dr. Monika Fischer

    July 17, 2026 · 32 min

    What can fungi teach us about the hidden systems that keep forests alive? In this episode, Dean Rob Kozak sits down with mycologist Dr. Monika Fischer to explore her unconventional journey from professional chef to academic. Together, they…

  • 01: What is Environmental Stewardship?

    February 27, 2026 · 30 min

    The world is at a defining moment. The climate is warming at twice the global average. In Canada, wildfires are devastating communities. Ecosystems are under strain. Species loss is accelerating. Meeting this moment requires more than…

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About the show

‘The Root of It’ is UBC Forestry & Environmental Stewardship’s official podcast. Each episode brings listeners into conversations with researchers, students, practitioners, and community leaders who are redefining how we understand and care for forests. From groundbreaking climate solutions and innovative technologies to Indigenous stewardship and the human stories behind the science, the podcast digs into the ideas shaping a more resilient and sustainable future.