Best Nighthawk, LLC Podcasts (2024)

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A Solution to the Growing Wildfire Problem 41:49

12d ago41:49

41:49

In this episode, Cully meets up with Ben Cossel, the Public Affairs Officer for the Stanislaus National Forest in Sonora, CA. Ben shares the latest on the Wildfire Crisis Strategy Implementation Plan, and how the framework of the plan is taking big steps in solving the century-old problem of destructive wildfires in our Western landscapes. Check ou…

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Wolves and Fire: Nature's Unlikely Pair 55:47

2M ago55:47

55:47

Cully has an in-depth conversation with Jon Trapp, an Air Force Veteran turned wolf biologist and Fire Behavior Analyst. Jon recounts his experiences studying wolves in the American West, and how a life in the wildlife research field led him into a career in wildland fire. As Jon shares stories from the field, it becomes clear that there are two un…

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A Lesson From Two Leaders 38:31

5M ago38:31

38:31

Steve meets up with his longtime friend Rick Dolan, the current statewide Director of the Florida Forest Service. Rick and Steve discuss leadership amidst their experiences in the challenging scenarios of wildfires, hurricanes and other types of natural disasters.By Steve Miller and Cully Lord

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Where Are We Heading in the Future? Show Updates with Cully 11:22

5M ago11:22

11:22

In this episode, Cully provides some show updates, ways to contribute to the show and new directions to be expected in the upcoming Season 3. Check out these upcoming conservation events: Savannah River Fire Festival Putnam Land Conservancy's Rally for ConservationBy Cully Lord

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A Conversation With Yosemite's Not-So-Retired Fire Chief 48:36

6M ago48:36

48:36

In this episode, guest host Steve Miller has the opportunity to connect with one of his good friends named Kelly Martin. Kelly recounts some of her incredible experiences as the past Chief of Fire and Aviation for Yosemite National Park, and they cover many interesting topics including emotional intelligence, fire behavior, education, diversity and…

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Old Friends, New Perspectives 43:24

6M ago43:24

43:24

Guest host Steve Miller (Director of Fire and Aviation Management, USFS Eastern Region) and his colleague Rosi Mulholland get together to share stories and lessons learned that span both of their many years as fire practitioners.By Steve Miller and Cully Lord

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Conservation Law Enforcement with FWC Executive Director Roger Young 36:22

6M ago36:22

36:22

Cully meets with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's Executive Director Roger Young to talk about his career as a conservation law enforcement officer, and what leadership looks like for him in his current role as the leader of a 3,000+ employee statewide agency.By Cully Lord

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Tools of the Trade: The Axe 48:27

7M ago48:27

48:27

Cully joins Rylee and Ryan McKenzie at the headquarters of a local family-owned business called Quality Equipment and Parts to talk about some of the latest equipment available in the market today that can be used in conjunction with fire to help us restore native landscapes.By Cully Lord

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A Humanitarian Approach to Fire in Africa 30:08

7M ago30:08

30:08

Cully joins David Hogrefe, the president and founder of a company called Sandpine Alliance. Tune in to learn more about how David has turned his work in fire into humanitarian projects in East Africa. David explains just how much fire is a part of daily life in the rural tribes he works with.By Cully Lord

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Deep in the Heart of Texas 42:59

8M ago42:59

42:59

Cully meets with Dr. Charles "Butch" Taylor, a retired professor emeritus from Texas A&M University, who has spent over 40 years as a researcher, author, lead instructor, and advocate for prescribed fire. Dr. Taylor talks about how he became interested in fire early in life, and some of the lessons he has learned during his distinguished career in …

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Stewardship the US Forest Service Way 39:19

8M ago39:19

39:19

In this episode, Cully welcomes a gentleman named Rick Lint to the show. Rick is the current Deputy Regional Forester for the Southern Region with the US Forest Service, where he oversees all National Forests in 14 states as well as Puerto Rico. Rick shares some of the challenges of stewardship in a changing world, his background in fire, and some …

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Fire in the Rangelands of Oklahoma 48:13

9M ago48:13

48:13

Cully meets up with an Extension Specialist for Fire Ecology named John Weir out at Oklahoma State University. John shares his experiences as a researcher, educator, and his practical experience as a prescribed burner in the rangelands of his state.By Cully Lord

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Creating a Legacy Through Empowerment 39:32

9M ago39:32

39:32

In this eposide, Cully meets up with a fire expert named Steve Miller who forged an incredible legacy during his time in Florida that still holds true to this day. Steve recounts some of his early experiences building a highly successful prescribed fire program for the St. Johns River Water Management District from scratch with a horse named Jeff.…

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Passing Down Knowledge Through the Generations 46:44

10M ago46:44

46:44

Cully plugs in remotely for this episode with an expert prescribed burner named Rick Anderson. Rick describes his unique perspective as a tenth generation Floridian, having learned to burn from knowledge passed down by his ancestors.By Cully Lord

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A Worldly Perspective 37:39

10M ago37:39

37:39

In this first episode of Season 2, Cully sits down with a highly experienced wildland fire professional named Greg Seamon. They discuss what his life experienes beyond the United States have been like, and share some good stories along the way.By Cully Lord

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Special Episode - Memories from the Past 34:42

11M ago34:42

34:42

In this final episode of Season 1, Cully shares some of the new content in the upcoming season and he shares with you memories of his family earlier in life.By Cully Lord

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Communicating Our Message 37:03

12M ago37:03

37:03

Cully meets with Ludie Bond, a communications specialist with the Florida Forest Service. Join them as they discuss the important skills that we all must have if and when we need to with fire in populated spaces.By Cully Lord

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Careers in Fire 38:46

12M ago38:46

38:46

Cully meets up with Zach Prusak, a well known training specialist who has spent many years in the field as a prescribed burner, mentor, and teacher. Zach talks about some of the exciting career options available to people even if they do not have a background in fire.By Cully Lord

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Finding a Balance Between Revenue and Conservation 54:02

1y ago54:02

54:02

Cully travels to Putnam County Florida to visit with Ben and Louanne Williams on their beautiful property that they manage for stewardship and educational purposes. Cully and Ben discuss the establishment of the local Prescribed Burn Association and some of the important lessons they have learned as private landowners.…

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Managing Military Lands with Cynthia Balboni 37:47

1y ago37:47

37:47

Join Cully and his old college buddy Cynthia Balboni along the hiking trail to discuss what her life is like managing native ecosystems on a military installation. Cynthia describes her experiences in the field working with endangered species, managing prescribed fires, wildfire suppression and the many unique challenges she faces along the way.…

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Wildlife Crossings - Linking Together our Landscapes 53:19

1y ago53:19

53:19

In this Episode, Cully meets with Jason Houck, an engineer in the Orlando area that specializes in the construction of wildlife road crossings. Jason talks about some of the important projects that he has been in involved with over the years, and the critical steps that are needed to preserve biodiversity in Florida's changing landscapes. Warning -…

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A Learning Experience on the Austin Cary Forest 36:59

1y ago36:59

36:59

Cully heads over to visit with Scott Sager, the manager for the University of Florida's Austin Cary Forest. The property is a unique area dedicated to research, teaching opportunities and active land management. Cully and Scott talk about how areas like this play such a vital role for future generations.…

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The Florida Wildlife Corridor - A Story of Perseverance 1:25:50

1y ago1:25:50

1:25:50

Join Cully and Predator-Prey Biologist Joe Guthire along the hiking trail at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park to discuss the history of the Florida Wildlife Corridor. Joe recounts some of his early experiences in life that led him to becoming a wildlife biologist, and how his life became intertwined in the mission of the Florida Wildlife Corridor…

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A Path Among the Pines: The Florida Trail 37:33

1y ago37:33

37:33

On a Friday afternoon, Cully heads over the headquarters of the Florida Trail Association in Gainesville to talk with Jeff Glenn, a trail manager for the Northern Region. Jeff describes the incredible work that is being done to maintain the Florida Trail's connected network of hiking trails, and how they provide such a great free opportunity to exp…

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What Makes a Great Wildlife Manager? 37:01

1+ y ago37:01

37:01

Cully sits down with a good friend and mentor of his named Jeff McGrady to talk about some of his experiences in the field during his 37 year career as a wildlife biologist with the State of Florida. Join them under pines as Jeff recounts some of his experiences with Florida's wildlife over the years, and how eventually becoming a Regional Biologis…

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Prescribed Fire Training Day 34:33

1+ y ago34:33

34:33

In this episode, we get a special invite to join a basic prescribed fire training class with a veteran prescribed burner named Barry Coulliette. Barry talks us through some of the details of the class and why its a vital step for this new class of recruits in the local county fire rescue organization. Join us on the training grounds as Barry shares…

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Join Me on a Fire 37:58

1+ y ago37:58

37:58

In this episode, Cully invites you to join him on a live prescribed burn in North Florida. He will bring you into the actual preparations, the decisions on the fireline, and finally into the completion of the burn for the day. You can expect to hear what really happens in the field on a fire including the sounds, emotions, and actions taken. Let yo…

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A Morning Hike in the Land of Fire - Ocala National Forest. 40:21

1+ y ago40:21

40:21

In this episode, Cully catches up with a good friend of his named Liz Ramirez. Liz is a wildlife biologist and an avid student of fire. She shares her life experiences, her love of fire, and some memorable experiences along the way. Join Cully and Liz as they take a hike through a recently burned area just south of Salt Springs, Florida in the hear…

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A Campfire Conversation 43:18

1+ y ago43:18

43:18

In this episode, Cully has a light-hearted conversation around a campfire with a land manager and prescribed fire expert named Tracey Sleek. With the distant sounds of the hustle and bustle of the city of Gainesville in the background, Tracey and Cully discuss unique challenges faced in their lives, stories of learning experiences, and even a few m…

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Introduction to A Step Beyond the Fire Podcast 25:18

1+ y ago25:18

25:18

Outside on a chilly January morning, your host Cully Lord portrays the exciting world of using fire as a tool to benefit the land. He recounts how he became involved with fire and describes the purpose of this project, which is to engage, educate and bring memorable life experiences from the field to listners of all ages. He challenges you to join …

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A Step Beyond the Fire

Cully Lord

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A Solution to the Growing Wildfire Problem 41:49

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Wolves and Fire: Nature's Unlikely Pair 55:47

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A Lesson From Two Leaders 38:31

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Where Are We Heading in the Future? Show Updates with Cully 11:22

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A Conversation With Yosemite's Not-So-Retired Fire Chief 48:36

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Old Friends, New Perspectives 43:24

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Conservation Law Enforcement with FWC Executive Director Roger Young 36:22

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Tools of the Trade: The Axe 48:27

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A Humanitarian Approach to Fire in Africa 30:08

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Deep in the Heart of Texas 42:59

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Stewardship the US Forest Service Way 39:19

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Fire in the Rangelands of Oklahoma 48:13

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Creating a Legacy Through Empowerment 39:32

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Passing Down Knowledge Through the Generations 46:44

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A Worldly Perspective 37:39

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Special Episode - Memories from the Past 34:42

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Communicating Our Message 37:03

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Careers in Fire 38:46

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Finding a Balance Between Revenue and Conservation 54:02

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Managing Military Lands with Cynthia Balboni 37:47

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Wildlife Crossings - Linking Together our Landscapes 53:19

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A Learning Experience on the Austin Cary Forest 36:59

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The Florida Wildlife Corridor - A Story of Perseverance 1:25:50

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A Path Among the Pines: The Florida Trail 37:33

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What Makes a Great Wildlife Manager? 37:01

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Prescribed Fire Training Day 34:33

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Join Me on a Fire 37:58

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A Morning Hike in the Land of Fire - Ocala National Forest. 40:21

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A Campfire Conversation 43:18

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Introduction to A Step Beyond the Fire Podcast 25:18

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