Spring Story: The legacy of Rachel Carson

Spring Story celebrates the legacy of author and scientist Rachel Carson, widely regarded as the mother of the modern environmental movement. Featuring Barbara Kingsolver, William Shatner, Richard Powers, Cixin Liu, Sen. Jamie Raskin, Doro Bush Koch, and more, this podcast explores how her groundbreaking book Silent Spring and other works shaped their lives and careers. We discuss Carson's impact on environmental science, literature, and public policy, uncovering why her work remains vital today. Share your own stories about Carson through the Springsong Museum VoxPop app or website.