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H2O and Beyond

H2O and Beyond is your weekly deep dive into the science, systems, and stories behind the water we use every day. Hosted by a student with a passion for the environment, this podcast makes complex topics—from pollution to policy—easy to understand. Get clear, engaging episodes that explore the forces shaping our water future—without watering down the truth. Follow and Subscribe to our socials! (psst we also have a Youtube Channel on there where we post video podcasts as

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Episode 16: The Mighty Mekong

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2025/10/31

In this episode of H2O and Beyond, I’m joined by Brian Eyler, Director of the Energy, Water & Sustainability Program at The Stimson Center, to explore one of the most important rivers in the world: the Mekong.Over 70 million people rely on this river for food, income, and transportation — but its future is changing fast. From hydropower dams and rare earth mining, to flood pulse disruption and climate-driven storms, the Mekong is becoming one of the most engineered and pressured rivers on the

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Episode 15: Saving the Sea Otters

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2025/10/24

Did you know that sea otters were almost hunted to extinction for their fur? In this Episode of H2O and Beyond, I'm joined by Mr. Ian Giancarlo from Environment Oregon to discuss the importance of Sea Otters in the ecosystem! We'll talk about the history of sea otters, the exact role they play in maintaining kelp forests, what threats they face today, and future plans to help stabilize their populations. We'll even share some fun facts about sea otters that may surprise you! Did you know

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Episode 14: The Salton Sea - From Paradise to...

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2025/10/17

In this episode of H2O and Beyond, I'm joined by Ms. Cassandra VanDyne from California State Parks to learn about the Salton Sea. It was once a desert oasis! Millions would flock here in the 1960s and 70s to swim, fish, boat, and even hold speedboat competitions!However, once a desert paradise, it's turned into a public health and ecological disaster. All the fish inside have died out through mass extinction events and toxic dust is kicking up from the lake bed and causing residents in the

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Episode 13: The Hidden Power of Stormwater

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2025/10/10

Did you know that it only takes less than 1/20th of an inch of rain in New York City to overwhelm the sewer system and cause raw sewage to flow out into the surrounding bodies of water?In this episode of H2O and Beyond, we dive into the hidden power of stormwater - something many of us at home never think about. We'll discuss how cities are combating CSO's, or Combined Sewer Overflows. We'll also talk about Green Infrastructure, and how cities are implementing smart strategies to combat

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Episode 12: Saving the Great Salt Lake

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2025/10/03

The Great Salt Lake is the largest endorheic in the Western Hemisphere - but it's dying fast. Join Mr. Micah Safsten, the Great Salt Lake Water Coordinator for the State of Utah as we uncover the story behind the lake. We'll talk about the important ecosystem and industry it supports - like sea monkeys and brine flies! We'll also discuss the causes and effects of declining water levels and what it means for the residents of Utah. 0:00 Intro2:12 What is the Great Salt Lake?4:45 North arm

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00:49:11

Texas 2036 - Shaping Meaningful Water Policy

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2025/09/25

Will Texas survive long enough to surpass its 200th birthday? In this episode of H2O and Beyond, I'm joined by Mr. Jeremy Mazur from Texas 2036 - a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that uses data to draft effective policies regarding Texas’s future.Don’t worry if you know nothing about public policy - We’ll walk you through all the jargon that commonly confuses people. By the end of the episode, you’ll understand how organizations like Texas 2036 are able to turn ideas into real policies that

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Episode 10: Arizona's Fight for Water

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2025/09/21

In this Episode of H2O and Beyond, I'm joined by Dr. Kathryn Sorensen from the Kyl Center for Water Policy at ASU to discuss Arizona's fight for water! We'll discuss some of the most pressing issues happening to the state, such as its worst drought in over 1200 years, an influx of new residents, and a need to shift away from groundwater. We'll even discuss the logistics of how semiconductor manufacturers like TSMC get their water from when their new factory is located in the middle

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Episode 9: Chicago's Backwards River

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2025/09/12

TIMESTAMPS BELOW 👇In this Episode of H2O and Beyond, join Mr. Dick Lanyon, former executive director of the Chicago MWRD, as we talk about how Chicago managed to reverse the flow of its river! In the mid-late 1800s, the Chicago River, heavily polluted with human waste, flowed into Lake Michigan, the only water source for residents at the time. Waste began to accumulate in Lake Michigan, and so Ellis Chesbrough, the chief engineer of the city, devised a radical plan to reverse the flow of the river

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Episode 8: Houston is Sinking!

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2025/09/05

TIMESTAMPS BELOW 👇In this Episode of H2O and Beyond, I'm joined by Mr. Michael Turco from the Harris-Galveston Subsidence District. We'll discuss the subsidence, or sinking, that's happening in Houston as a result of excessive groundwater withdrawal, methods of data collection, and what can be done to slow down and prevent further sinking!0:00 Intro2:08 What is Subsidence?8:20 Subsidence in the Houston Area16:00 How is Subsidence Monitored?23:09 Solutions for Subsidence29:10

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Episode 7: "How Vegas Defied Drought"

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2025/08/29

TIMESTAMPS BELOW 👇In this episode of H2O and Beyond, I’m joined by Bronson Mack from the Southern Nevada Water Authority to explore how Las Vegas became one of the most water-efficient cities in the world. From turf removal programs to water police, Las Vegas has turned its desert location into a model of conservation. 0:00 Intro1:44 About the SNWA5:50 Where does Las Vegas get its water from?7:35 Effects of climate change on Las Vegas12:33: Industries that use water in Las Vegas15:44 What makes Las

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Episode 6: The River that Built the Southwest

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2025/08/22

TIMESTAMPS BELOW 👇In this Episode of H2O and Beyond, we dive into the ins-and-outs of the Colorado River. We'll talk about the laws that govern it, the crisis that's happening to it right now, and much more - including who gets their water cut off first if the situation escalates. 0:00 Intro3:41 What makes the Colorado River so important?5:45 Colorado River Compact and the laws surrounding the river13:58 Minorities and the Colorado River Compact17:01 Can the rules of the compact be changed?20:07

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Episode 5: Water Leaks

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2025/08/14

TIMESTAMPS BELOW 👇In this episode of H2O and Beyond, we dive into the hidden world of water leaks — a costly problem that wastes billions of gallons every year. We’ll uncover how aging infrastructure, environmental factors, and unnoticed drips add up to massive losses. From cutting-edge detection technology to simple prevention tips, learn how communities are fighting back to save water and money.0:00 Intro0:53 Defining water leaks1:43 Causes of leaks4:17 Why fixing leaks should be a top

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Episode 4: The Water Tower – Where Water Meets...

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2025/08/07

TIMESTAMPS BELOW 👇In this Episode of H2O and Beyond, we head to the world-famous research and innovation hub known as the Water Tower located in Buford , Georgia. We explore how this facility is transforming the future of water through research, technology, and workforce development .0:00 Intro1:30 What is the Water Tower?3:55 Demo areas6:30 Research at the Water Tower9:12 Surprising discoveries10:08 Uniqueness of the Water Tower11:06 Workforce development programs12:33 Education in schools14:00

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Episode 3: Exploring Potable Reuse with Orange County

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2025/07/31

In this episode of H2O and Beyond, we head to Orange County California — home to one of the world’s most largest and most advanced water potable reuse systems called the Groundwater Replenishment System (GWRS). Join me as I explore how wastewater is transformed into clean, safe drinking water to be injected into their aquifers. We'll break down the science of potable reuse, take a look at how Orange County has managed to address public perception, and hear firsthand from experts who are leading the

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Episode 2: Inside the World's Largest Wastewater...

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2025/07/24

What happens after you flush? In this episode of H2O and Beyond, we go deep inside the Stickney Water Reclamation Plant—the largest wastewater treatment facility on Earth—serving millions across Chicago every day. From massive aeration tanks to advanced biosolid recovery, we break down how this engineering marvel treats over 1.4 billion gallons of wastewater daily. With Stickney's large size, some interesting things have happened - like finding a family of possums and 100$ in the wastewater

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Episode 1: Why Water is Everyone's Problem

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2025/07/18

Every 90 seconds, a child dies from a water-related disease — yet many of us barely think twice about the water we drink, cook with, and flush away. In this opening episode of H2O and Beyond, we explore the global water crisis happening in plain sight. From contaminated tap water in Flint Michigan to the growing threat of PFAS and microplastics, this episode breaks down why clean water is far from guaranteed — even in wealthy nations. Learn what "clean" water really means, why many

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