In this episode of Roundhouse Crosstalk, we sit down with Julia Sizek to delve into the profound impact of the railroad checkerboard on the California Desert, its Ingenious communities, and modern water use rights. Julia's dissertation serves as the foundation for our exploration as we uncover how this historical pattern of land ownership continues to shape the desert today.

To learn more about Dr. Sizek's work: http://www.juliasizek.org/