Deserts

Joe, Toren, and Kevin discuss the science and history of deserts, animal desert adaptations, the desert ordeals of David “Jack” Sillito, Noel St. Malo Juul, and Chris Ryan, what happens when the “Marathon des Sables” — a Sahara-based ultramarathon — goes wrong, plus news and pop culture. Music: “Fiver’s Lament” by Tarantula Head Charity O’ The Week: Humane Borders Links Bonus link: Burning Man Sucks: 10 Reasons To Stay Home Images Videos http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48mLmphq6Gs