Podcast, 30 mins
Wildfire Paradox: Why some ecosystems need fire to thrive
Fire can destroy, but it can also help plants grow. Discover how wildfire shapes plant life in this episode of That’s Science.
Part of That's Science!
15 Apr 2026 09:00
We often think of fire as purely destructive, but for some plant species, it’s actually the key to life!
In this episode of That’s Science, we are joined by Dr Kimberley Simpson to examine the complex relationship between wildfire and plant ecology. While fire is a destructive force, it is also a powerful evolutionary driver.
Credits
- Host: Tabby Taylor Buck (Freelance Content Creator)
- Guest: Dr Kimberley Simpson
- Image: Wikipedia commons
- Produced by: Shaun Oliver (Marketing and Communications Manager at the University of Sheffield)
- Produced by: Tabby Taylor Buck (Freelance Content Creator)
- Support from: David Heath (Digital Engagement Officer at the University of Sheffield)