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The Nature of Idaho

The Nature of Idaho

The Nature Of Idaho: Earthquake!

Jul 15, 2026 · 29 min · 8 segments

This episode of The Nature of Idaho explores the science and impacts of earthquakes. Hosts Dr. Leif Tapanila (Idaho Museum of Natural History) and Peter Pruett (Zoo Idaho) are joined by Christopher…

This episode of The Nature of Idaho explores the science and impacts of earthquakes. Hosts Dr. Leif Tapanila (Idaho Museum of Natural History) and Peter Pruett (Zoo Idaho) are joined by Christopher DuRoss, a research geologist with the U.S. Geological Survey’s Earthquake Hazards Program based in Colorado.

This episode of The Nature of Idaho explores the science and impacts of earthquakes. Hosts Dr. Leif Tapanila (Idaho Museum of Natural History) and Peter Pruett (Zoo Idaho) are joined by Christopher…

Speakers: Chris DurasGuestLeif TapanilaHostPeter PruettHost

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