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EPISODE · Feb 13, 2026 · 59 MIN

Juniper hour 2.16.26

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This month on Juniper Hour, we begin with a pre recorded interview featuring Emmanuel Santa-Martinez, professor at Salt Lake Community College. Emmanuel recently traveled to Moab to present at Science Moab’s Science on Tap, where he shared his knowledge about bees and pollinators in the Southwest. In our conversation, we discuss the importance of pollinators in desert ecosystems, community science, and their broader environmental impact. We also touch briefly on the recent Super Bowl, exploring cultural perspectives, representation, symbolism, and what the event meant within broader community conversations. Next, we sit down with Val Calloway from Grand County School District, who leads the Beacon High School after-school clubs. Val shares updates on what’s been happening in the Beacon program, her experiences working with students, and some exciting upcoming activities. We close with an update from the Native American After School Club. Ricky Begay, after-school club lead, shares what students have been working on and highlights preparations for graduation. Eagle feathers are being prepared for graduating Indigenous students, honoring their accomplishments and celebrating the pride, strength, and cultural representation they carry into this next chapter. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation connecting science, culture, education, and community here in Southeast Utah. Cell: (505)675-5810 Moab UT, 84532

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This month on Juniper Hour, we begin with a pre recorded interview featuring Emmanuel Santa-Martinez, professor at Salt Lake Community College. Emmanuel recently traveled to Moab to present at Science Moab’s Science on Tap, where he shared his knowledge about bees and pollinators in the Southwest. In our conversation, we discuss the importance of pollinators in desert ecosystems, community science, and their broader environmental impact. We also touch briefly on the recent Super Bowl, exploring cultural perspectives, representation, symbolism, and what the event meant within broader community conversations. Next, we sit down with Val Calloway from Grand County School District, who leads the Beacon High School after-school clubs. Val shares updates on what’s been happening in the Beacon program, her experiences working with students, and some exciting upcoming activities. We close with an update from the Native American After School Club. Ricky Begay, after-school club lead, shares what students have been working on and highlights preparations for graduation. Eagle feathers are being prepared for graduating Indigenous students, honoring their accomplishments and celebrating the pride, strength, and cultural representation they carry into this next chapter. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation connecting science, culture, education, and community here in Southeast Utah. Cell: (505)675-5810 Moab UT, 84532

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