Inside Crosscut An adventure through the sounds of Washington’s wildest places Quiet forests, singing volcanoes and talking orcas: Our new podcast offers escapes into the PNW’s natural world. by Ted Alvarez / January 26, 2021
Environment Podcast | Tracking the wildlife in Washington cities and suburbs During the pandemic, more people are spotting animals slinking around the neighborhood. by Ted Alvarez / January 19, 2021
Environment Podcast | The assault on Olympic National Park’s square inch of silence In 2005, Gordon Hempton made a single spot within the Hoh Rain Forest famous for its serenity. But now it’s noisier than ever. by Ted Alvarez / January 12, 2021
Environment Apocalypse: Now What? Is it safe to eat out now? A reader has reservations about eating out at restaurants during a pandemic. by Ted Alvarez / September 3, 2020
Environment Apocalypse: Now What? Skills for a never-ending pandemic A reader asks: What kind of survival skills are most useful in a pandemic? by Ted Alvarez / August 27, 2020
Environment Apocalypse: Now What? Runners, masks and virus risk A reader asks: Why don’t more runners and cyclists wear masks? Should they? by Ted Alvarez / August 20, 2020
Environment Apocalypse: Now What? How to give Washington a helping hand A reader says: I’m doing well in the pandemic. How can I help others? by Ted Alvarez / August 13, 2020
Environment Apocalypse: Now What? Pandemic fatigue and the future A reader asks: How do I cope with *all of this* as the pandemic continues? by Ted Alvarez / August 6, 2020
Environment Podcast | How Mount Rainier will tell us when it’s going to blow By listening closely, scientists can tell us when to worry — but these mountain songs are more than just warning signs. by Ted Alvarez / January 5, 2021
Environment Apocalypse: Now What? Why doesn’t WA have tighter travel restrictions? Other states have travel restrictions for out-of-state travelers. A reader asks: Why not Washington? by Ted Alvarez / July 30, 2020