32 Best Wildfire Podcasts

1. The Hotshot Wake Up

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A podcast and newsletter by firefighters about wildfire and the world. Crew Supervisor and Ex Hotshot overhead.Call it like it is.Monthly Substack subscriptions go towards supporting this content and helping firefighters in need. https://thehotshotwakeup.substack.com/MORE Host Tim Casperson
Producer/Network The Hotshot Wake Up
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Robert Garcia, Sam Davis +2 more
Apple Rating 4/5Apple Reviews 228 Avg Length 51 min Format Long form Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. Life with Fire

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What are the benefits of prescribed burning? Why have wildfires gotten so severe lately? How can I help protect my home and community? Life With Fire podcast aims to answer these questions (and many others) while deepening our understanding of the critical role fire plays in America's forests, lands and communities. Hosted by writer and former wildland firefighter Amanda Monthei, Life with Fire features interviews with everyone from scientists to fire management experts to Indigenous practitioners and folks doing the work on the ground...MORE Host Amanda Monthei
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 132Facebook 332Twitter 1.2KInstagram 5.4K Avg Length 47 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Good Fire

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In this podcast we explore the concept of fire as a tool for ecological health and cultural empowerment by indigenous people around the globe. Good Fire is a term used to describe fire that is lit intentionally to achieve specific ecological and cultural goals. Good fire is about balance.MORE Hosts Amy Cardinal Christianson, Matthew Kristoff
Producer/Network Amy Cardinal Christianson and Matthew Kristoff
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 166Facebook 4.2K Avg Length 67 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. Wildland Fire Lessons Learned Center

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Learning in the Wildland Fire Service
Producer/Network Wildland Fire Lessons Learned Center
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 67 Avg Length 59 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. Rebuild:LA

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When the firestorms of January 2025 raged through the Pacific Palisades and Altadena, they left nearly 30 people dead and historic destruction in their wake. Recovery will be a long, uphill road, and rebuilding will take years and dedicated planning. This podcast takes a deep dive into the circumstances that led to the fires, how people can prepare for future wildfires - which are inevitable - and how Angeleños can come together to rebuild our beautiful city. Rebuild:LA is the proud winner of the 2025 Award of Excellence from the Communicator Awards and the 2025 Silver W3 Award!MORE Producer/Network MySafe:LA
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guest Joy Chen
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 7 Avg Length 36 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

6. All Things Wildfire Podcast

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All Things Wildfire is where you will learn everything you can do about living in a wildfire hazard area by us bringing in all the experts in the industry. We will bring in Insurance specialists, state officials, fire officials, and wildfire solution providers.MORE Producer/Network O.P. Almaraz
Email ****@allieddisasterdefense.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Robert Feldman, Carsten Brinkschulte +3 more
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 27 Avg Length 46 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

7. Wildfire Matters

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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is a leader in the nation's wildland fire management. BLM Fire carries out a broad range of actions to protect the public, natural landscapes, wildlife habitat, recreational areas, and other values and resources.   The national BLM Fire program focuses on public safety as its top priority, and consists of fire suppression, preparedness, predictive services, vegetative fuels management, prescribed fire, community assistance and protection, and fire prevention through education...MORE Producer/Network SB Studios
Email ****@speakboise.studio
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Brandon Williams, Lisa Allen +3 more
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 16 Avg Length 55 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

8. Fire Ecology Chats

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This podcast series by the Association for Fire Ecology explores research findings recently published in the journal, Fire Ecology.
Host Bob Keane
Producer/Network Association for Fire Ecology
Email ****@fireecology.net
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 10Facebook 5.2KTwitter 5.1K Avg Length 10 min Format Bite size Since Jul 2020 Get Email Contact

9. Montana Wildfire News

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Wildfire, fire management and air quality news for western Montana and the northern Rockies.
Producer/Network Montana Public Radio
Email ****@mtpr.net
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4Facebook 15.5KTwitter 16.1KInstagram 6.4K Avg Length 2 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

10. Living With Fire Podcast

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Wildfire is a major ecological issue, especially in the Western United States. On the Living With Fire podcast, you'll hear perspectives and stories from land managers, scientists, fire professionals and community members about the history of fire, how fire is currently managed in the landscape and the role that humans play in living more safely with wildfire. This podcast was funded by the Bureau of Land Management - Nevada State Office. The Living With Fire Program is a multiagency effort and is managed by the University of Nevada, Reno Extension. An EEO/AA institution.MORE Host Megan Kay
Producer/Network Living With Fire
Email ****@unr.edu
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Joe Smith, Yasmeen Hossain
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 5 Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

11. The Fire Break | Innovations in Wildfire

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Explore the wildfire crisis with Steve Wolf, on The Fire Break. Steve brings you the most influential voices in fire science, innovation, politics, and community engagement, sharing the latest strategies for wildfire prevention, mitigation, and recovery. Expect engaging and humorous chats with experts working to steer us through this climate dilemma. New episodes every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.MORE Producer/Network Steve Wolf | Wildfire Scientist
Email ****@teamwildfire.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Josh Dorfman, Steve Hawks
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 6 Avg Length 44 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

12. Rebuilding L.A.

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What's next for L.A. in the wake of its recent wildfires? In 'Rebuilding Los Angeles,' broadcast journalist Kate Cagle examines the systems that failed us, the path forward and the innovative fire recovery efforts making L.A. more resilient. You'll also hear inspiring stories from real Angelenos working to restore their lives and rise from the ashes. 'Rebuilding Los Angeles' is more than an essential resource for California — it's a cautionary tale for everyone affected by climate change.MORE Email ****@latimes.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.2/5Apple Reviews 30 Avg Length 46 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

13. When Wildfire Comes

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Hello, my name is Dr. Christopher Potter and I am a wildfire scientist with over 30 years of experience working for NASA, and with local communities impacted by wildland fires.  I have studied wildfire on the urban interface using satellite imagery and ground measurements for all of the most destructive fires in the western United States, and I myself live in a high-risk wildfire zone in northern California.  In this weekly podcast, titled 'When Wildfire Comes', we will hear from a special guest about their close encounter with a major wildfire that occurred during the past several years...MORE Recent Guest Kelly Etter
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 44 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

14. Neal on Fire

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Neal on Fire is a podcast dedicated to in-depth conversations with the leaders and innovators shaping the future of wildfire technology and management. From cutting-edge detection systems and satellite intelligence to field response and prevention strategies, each episode uncovers the insights driving meaningful progress. Through these discussions, we explore how technology, expertise, and collaboration come together to build smarter, faster, and safer wildfire solutions.MORE Email ****@nealonfire.com
Recent Guests Paul Schwartz, Martin Hofmann
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

15. PSBTA Presents: Catching Wildfire (Audio)

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Join podcast hosts Chief Jeff Johnson (Ret.) and Chief Kim Zagaris (Ret.) as they are joined by experts in the field of preventing and fighting wildfires.🎥 Watch: YouTube | Apple Podcasts | PodBean | Player FM | Podchaser🎧 Listen On: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | PodBean | iHeartRadio | Player FM | PodchaserMORE Hosts Chief Jeffrey Johnson, Chief Kim Zagaris
Recent Guests Chief Jeff Johnson, Scott Agnew +6 more
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16. Altadena: After The Fire

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Altadena: After The Fire An Urban One podcast chronicling the aftermath of the Eaton Fire , which devastated Altadena, California , in January 2025. A historic center of Black prosperity and culture , the community lost over 7,000 homes, schools, and businesses , leaving thousands displaced and fighting to rebuild.Hosted by Colby Colb , this series brings you on-the-ground reporting, in-depth interviews, and real stories of resilience ...MORE Email ****@urban1.com
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 36 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

17. Innovating on the Frontlines: The FireTech Podcast

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Welcome to the FireTech Podcast! This mini podcast delivers insights from innovators on the frontlines of the wildfire crisis in America. Host Shefali Lakhina asks how innovation unfolds in public agencies tasked with wildfire preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery. She speaks with fire captains and operators from across the country to understand innovation cycles and early adopter perspectives on FireTech. Episodes offer a deep dive into agency and user experiences with co-developing and deploying technology on the frontlines...MORE Producer/Network Shefali Lakhina
Email ****@lakhina.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests David Green, Susan Hartman +2 more
Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

18. Close to Home

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AIA Los Angeles Presents a Wildfire Response Podcast
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19. Burning Questions

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A show about wildfire and its impact on the built environment.
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 9 Avg Length 29 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

20. Living With Wildfire: Voices from Butte County

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The series will feature interviews with BCFSC Executive Director Taylor Nilsson, Assistant Director Connor Gilmartin, Director of Community Engagement Lauren de Terra, as well as representatives from Butte County organizations and communities. Topics will include indigenous land stewardship, prescribed burning, grazing cooperatives, Firewise USA, community preparedness, and the evolving landscape of fire safety in Butte County.MORE Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

21. We Move Mountains With Spoons

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We Move Mountains With Spoons started off as an Instagram comic detailing the lives of wildland firefighters on and off the fireline. The comics grown and is now sold in stores, with the podcast we hope to shed even more light on the humans who fight wildfires.MORE Get Email Contact

22. The Big Disaster: The Big Burn

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From LAist Studios, the creators of The Big One , the second season of The Big Disaster series will provide you with a wildfire survival guide that includes not just tangible safety tips — but hope for our future. As the world enters a new age of wildfires, science reporter Jacob Margolis hosts Season 2: The Big Burn , a deep dive into personal stories that illuminate the history of how we got here, why we keep screwing things up, and what we can do to survive and maybe even thrive while the world around us burns...MORE Host Jacob Margolis
Producer/Network LAist Studios
Email ****@scpr.org
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Recent Guests David Wagner, Jill Replogle +3 more
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 1.6KFacebook 291.9KTwitter 785KInstagram 147.4K Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

23. The Anchor Point Podcast

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Discover the premier and original podcast dedicated to wildland firefighting, the vibrant culture surrounding wildland firefighters, firefighter mental health and physical performance, and the wilderness - The Anchor Point Podcast... Join our global community as we delve into the captivating stories of Wildland Firefighters, shed light on career opportunities, promote fire prevention awareness, educate the public, and openly discuss the mental health struggles and triumphs faced by firefighters on and off duty...MORE Host Brandon Dunham
Producer/Network The Anchor Point Podcast
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 226Facebook 9.1KTwitter 713Instagram 22K Avg Length 121 min Format Extended Since May 2019 Get Email Contact

24. Wildfire

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On September 2nd 2017, just east of Portland, Oregon, 150 hikers were trapped behind a wall of flames created by one mistake, one that would lead to immense fear and loss. Wildfire, a podcast from REI Co-op, investigates the causes and repercussions of this devastating wildfire.MORE Producer/Network REI Co-op
Email ****@rei.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 454 Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

25. World on Fire

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When your backyard burns, is anywhere safe? Welcome to World on Fire, a podcast that takes us to the front lines of out of control wildfires in Canada, Australia and the United States. Hosts Adrienne Lamb and Mike Flannigan look at what it takes to find hope in the midst of record breaking heat waves, and communities burning to the ground. Hear from exhausted crews battling wildfire after wildfire and find out why experts say this is just the beginning. Wildfires cost us our health, our homes and our communities, yet people everywhere rebuild and not just survive but thrive.MORE Hosts Adrienne Lamb, Mike Flannigan
Producer/Network CBC Discover & Learn
Email ****@cbc.ca
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 49Facebook 30.4KTwitter 11.4KInstagram 32.8K Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Since May 2020 Get Email Contact

26. The Get FireSmart Podcast

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The Get FireSmart Podcast is a place to hear powerful stories and lessons of impact from FireSmart leaders across the world. Every two weeks we share best practices that provide practical tips and tools to get FireSmart! Each episode is 30 to 60 minutes and focuses on tips, initiatives and insights from FireSmart professionals. FireSmart is simple and powerful. The steps you take today can help to protect your home from the threat of wildfire.MORE Hosts Dan Stevens, Helena Marken
Producer/Network FireSmart
Email ****@firesmartbc.ca
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Reviews 13Facebook 10.7KTwitter 3.3KInstagram 3.8K Avg Length 39 min Format Medium form Since Apr 2021 Get Email Contact

27. One Foot in the Black

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One Foot in the Black is a six-episode podcast telling the story of fire in the West—how the landscape has been shaped by fire, how climate change is remaking the rules, and how our future with fire is tied to the past.Join hosts Joseph Vaile and Alexi Lovechio, as they explore the facts, future, and solutions of wildfire in the era of climate change. You'll hear from voices on the front lines—like cultural fire practitioners, wildland firefighters, fire scientists, and policymakers—as we write the story of our fire future together.MORE Host Jessica Klinke
Producer/Network Klamath-Siskiyou Wildlands Center
Email ****@kswild.org
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 24Facebook 8KTwitter 902Instagram 4.7K Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Since Apr 2021 Get Email Contact

28. Wildfire Chronicles: Heroism Beyond the Flames

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Heroism Beyond the Flames explores the stories and strategies shaping modern wildfire management. Each episode highlights the courage, leadership, and solutions that help protect communities at the wildland-urban interface. Hear from fire service leaders, frontline responders, and community members sharing experiences and lessons learned in managing fire risks and keeping people safe.MORE Producer/Network International Association of Fire Chiefs
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

29. Wildfire Lessons

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Join Jonathan Bruno, Chief Operations Officer, with Coalitions and Collaboratives, Inc as he speaks with leaders within the wildfire world. Discussions focus on what can be done to change the trajectory, mitigation best practices, lessons learned and stories of passionate people making a difference.MORE Host Jonathan Bruno
Twitter 123 Avg Length 62 min Format Long form Since Feb 2021 Get Email Contact

30. California Burns, the Podcast

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Wildfires are becoming more destructive every year. Wildfires in California set new records year after year, with more acreage, homes, and lives destroyed. The California Burns podcast explores ways to mitigate the risks from wildfire, on strategies to recover if a wildfire impacts you or your family, and shares the stories of those on the front lines protecting homes and peoples lives. To learn more about California Burns, the podcast, visit us online!MORE Hosts David Barrett, D Jones
Producer/Network David Barrett
Email ****@calfireprevention.org
Twitter 1.2KInstagram 2.6K Avg Length 38 min Format Medium form Since Aug 2020 Get Email Contact

31. Fire University

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Fire University is a science-based podcast covering the latest research in fire ecology and how it relates to management of wildlife and plant communities.
Hosts Dr. Marcus Lashley, Dr. Carolina Baruzzi
Producer/Network Dr. Marcus Lashley & Dr. Carolina Baruzzi
Email ****@ufl.edu
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 94Facebook 2.4KTwitter 550Instagram 3.8K Avg Length 53 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

32. On The Line

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A Podcast for today's Wildland Firefighters.
Host Charlie Palmer
Producer/Network On The Line
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 42Facebook 233Instagram 58 Avg Length 48 min Format Long form Get Email Contact