In this second episode of 'Rangers of the Lost Park Podcast,' hosts Mikayla Moors and Liz Crandall discuss the turbulent experiences of federal public land employees post-January 2020. They highlight the chaos and emotional toll of illegal terminations, probationary firings, and reduced staffing in agencies like the National Park Service and the US Forest Service. The episode features testimonies from affected employees, revealing critical staffing shortages, unsafe working conditions, and the mental health impacts on public servants. Liz and Mikayla share their personal journeys into federal service, the challenges they faced, and their continued advocacy efforts. The episode aims to raise awareness about the struggles these workers endure and emphasizes the importance of supporting public lands and their protectors.

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