Environment - Think

The Art and Science of Texas Weather

July 8, 2015 Environment

This hour, we’ll talk about the tricky job of predicting the weather in North Texas with WFAA chief meteorologist Pete Delkus.

Nuances Of Evolution

June 9, 2015 Environment, History

This hour, we’ll talk about how we got to now with American Museum of Natural History curator Ian Tattersall.

A Symbiotic Relationship

May 12, 2015 Environment

Every year, tiny birds known as red knots fly 19,000 miles – from the tip of South America to the Arctic and back.

Photographing The Arctic

May 7, 2015 Environment

We’ll talk about capturing polar bears, seals and other wildlife – and about bringing awareness to endangered Arctic species – with National Geographic photographer Paul Nicklen.

Meet The Owls

May 5, 2015 Environment

We’ll get to know these nocturnal hunters – and learn how they interact with other birds – with naturalist Tony Angell, author of “The House of Owls.”

Scientists predict we may lose half the species on the planet by the end of the century, many due to pollution of the oceans. The upcoming documentary “Racing Extinction” tells the story of a group trying to save these animals. This hour, we’ll talk with the film’s director, Louie Psihoyos, and co-executive producer Trammell S. Crow.

Rust: The Great Destroyer

March 30, 2015 Environment

You can’t spell frustration without rust– and for good reason. It wreaks havoc on cars, bridges and boats, costing the government billions. This hour, we’ll talk about about the destructive force with Jonathan Waldman, author of “Rust: The Longest War.”