Lifeblood: Glen Canyon, Lake Powell and the Future of the Colorado River

Sooner or Later: A River on the Horizon

December 14, 2025·37 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Today, more dams are being removed in the U.S. than are being built. But what does that mean for Glen Canyon Dam? To answer that question, I spoke to conservation organizations, scientists, recreaters, and state and federal water managers. This episode dives into that story. Part 6 of a 6-part series.To keep up with the pod and see photos from Lake Powell , Antelope Point Marina, and my first smallmouth bass, follow @lifeblood.pod on Instagram.For more on the Fill Lake Mead First proposal, check out https://glencanyon.org/fill-mead-first/Written, hosted, and produced by Evelyn Baher-MurphyThis episode of Lifeblood was made possible by support from the Hulbert Center for Southwest Studies, the Colorado College Journalism Institute, the Utah Rivers Council, Colorado River and Trail Expeditions, Firefly Kitchens, Ceiba River Outfitters, and Outdoor Odysseys Sea Kayaking.Questions? Comments? Interested in sponsoring the pod? Contact: lifeblood.pod@gmail.com

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