Lauren Sommer

Lauren Sommer, an NPR climate correspondent, discusses the revival of cultural burning practices by Native American tribes in California. She highlights how these controlled burns historically promoted plant growth and managed wildfires, contrasting them with modern, destructive fire management techniques. Sommer explains the renewed collaboration between tribal leaders and state officials, emphasizing the ecological and cultural significance of these practices. The conversation reveals a transformative approach to wildfire management that honors indigenous traditions while addressing contemporary climate challenges.