Humans are drawn to fire, for better or worse
Elements
<p>Madeleine Mitchell kicks off the second season of Elements by looking at the dramatically different ways fire can influence our lives.</p>
<p>In Western Australia, the annual Blazing Swan festival culminates with the burning of a giant wooden effigy. The bonfire brings people together to provide them with a sense of awe and joy.</p>
<p>But what happens when a fire is unplanned and uncontrollable? What do we feel then?</p>
<p>Please be aware, the second half of this episode mentions PTSD and suicide. Take care while listening.</p>
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<p>Full transcription and citations for the episode can be found <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FuzFHrSyikH6RkFA_fe2YxCsuIVxq9oGaM-yn3XP474/edit?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Credits</strong></p>
<p>Host: Beth Maskall</p>
<p>Producer: Madeleine Mitchell</p>
<p>Guest experts: Hana Priest, Dr Wavne Rikkers</p>
<p>Executive producers: Michelle Aitken, Zaya Altangerel</p>
<p>Sound editing: Michelle Aitken, Zaya Altangerel, Alyshia Gatani</p>
<p>Voice acting: Mita Hill, Caitlin McLeod, Evan Thyer</p>
<p>Cover artwork: Gabriel Ibias</p>
<p>And a special thank you to Michael Gatt, Lisa Larsen-Henry and everyone who helped make this season possible.</p>