The devastating LA wildfires have once again raised urgent questions about forest management and the effectiveness of government-led environmental policies. But what if top-down regulation isn’t the answer?

In this episode of Neighbors in the Network, James Pinedo and our new co-host, Corey Burres, sit down with Todd Myers, Vice President for Research at the Washington Policy Center, to discuss practical, free-market solutions to environmental challenges. Todd explains how tribal authorities have become some of the best forest stewards in the country, outperforming federal land management in wildfire prevention and sustainability.

We also explore how identity politics clouds real conservation efforts, why personal responsibility leads to better environmental outcomes, and how innovative technologies can drive solutions where bureaucracy has failed.

📺 Watch the full conversation below and join the discussion in the comments!

https://youtu.be/e6p8BOia-iQ