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#807 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/807 Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors In this episode, Jeff Liskay, your “Great Lakes Dude”, dives deep into the skunked angler's survival guide. From steelhead slumps to blown-out lake days, Jeff shares how he adjusts on the fly, learns from tough conditions, and finds success even when the odds are stacked against him. This episode was inspired by real conversations at the boat ramp with anglers wondering what to do after getting skunked. Jeff's answer? Start solving the puzzle. Whether you're struggling with fly selection, pressure, or just can't seem to find fish, this episode is packed with tactical tips and hard-earned wisdom from 250 days a year on the water. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/807
Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Everett M. Woodel, Jr. , SBA - Great Lakes Regional Administrator, headquartered in Chicago, but he serves from Ohio. Tell me about SBA Administrator Loeffler's recent visit to Michigan. Administrator Loeffler visited Michigan and others states across the U.S. to highlight the One Big Beautiful Bill. Tell us about how the OBBB benefits small businesses. SBA just announced that the 2026 National Small Business Week will be held May 3 -9, 2026. Tell us about the nomination process for some of the big small business awards that are given out that week? Regional Priorities – As Great Lakes Regional Administrator, what are the most pressing small business challenges you see across Michigan and neighboring Great Lakes states? What national issues for small business are getting your attention here in the region? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/
Recently I was talking with one of my adult programs about successional and keystone species. Successional species are those early plants which come into disturbed landscapes, helping to knit the ecological neighbourhood back together. They are quick to come and quick to go, providing the land with nutrients to heal and grow. Keystone species are those species who are provide for many other forms of life. Their work in sustaining the community around them is vast relative to their abundance. They provide food and the place to eat it. The make space for life to thrive and sustain. If the keystone suddenly goes missing than the community make up will drastically change, often for the worse. Goldenrods, especially those which make up the Canada Goldenrod complex are some of the most important successional an keystone species in my area. Over the years I have investigated Goldenrod on different levels, from the technical and scientific to the intuitive and relational. Both vantage points have served in getting to know these amazing and powerful plants better. I decided to head out with a makeshift milkcrate studio to sit with the Goldenrod, Bumblebees and Crickets and make a show together. I hope this helps shed a warm golden glow on these essential components of the Great Lakes bioregion.To learn more :The Asters, Goldenrods and Fleabanes of Grey and Bruce Counties. Owen Sound Field Naturalists, 2000.Wild Urban Plants of the NorthEast (2nd ed.) by Peter Del Tredici. Cornell University Press, 2020.Newcomb's Wildflower Guide by Lawrence Newcomb and Gordon Morrison. Little, Brown, 1977.Stokes Nature Guide to Enjoying Wildflowers by Donald & Lillian Stokes. Little, Brown 1985. Summer Wildlflowers of the NorthEast by Carol Gracie. Princeton University Press, 2020.NorthEast Medicinal Plants by Liz Neeves. Timber Press, 2020.The Book of … Field and Roadside by John Eastman and Amelia Hansen. Stackpole Books, 2003.
For the 80th anniversary of the Allied victory over Japan, ChinaTalk interviewed Ian Toll about his Pacific War trilogy, which masterfully brings America's bloodiest war — and the world's only nuclear war — to life. Ian's detailed scholarship creates a multisensory historical experience, from the metallic tang of radiation after the bombs were dropped to the stench of Pacific battlefields. Ian's forthcoming book, The Freshwater War, will explore the naval campaign the US fought against Britain on the Great Lakes between 1812 and 1815. Today our conversation covers…. How Ian innovates when writing historical narratives, Whether Allied victory was predetermined after the US entered the war, Why the Kamikaze were born out of resource scarcity, and whether Japanese military tactics were suicidal as well, How foreign wars temporarily stabilized Japan's revolutionary domestic politics, How American military leadership played the media and politics to become national heroes, Lessons from 1945 for a potential Taiwan invasion. Cohosting is Chris Miller, author of Chip War. Thanks to the US-Japan Foundation for sponsoring this podcast. Outro music: The Mills Brothers - Till Then (YouTube link) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For the 80th anniversary of the Allied victory over Japan, ChinaTalk interviewed Ian Toll about his Pacific War trilogy, which masterfully brings America's bloodiest war — and the world's only nuclear war — to life. Ian's detailed scholarship creates a multisensory historical experience, from the metallic tang of radiation after the bombs were dropped to the stench of Pacific battlefields. Ian's forthcoming book, The Freshwater War, will explore the naval campaign the US fought against Britain on the Great Lakes between 1812 and 1815. Today our conversation covers…. How Ian innovates when writing historical narratives, Whether Allied victory was predetermined after the US entered the war, Why the Kamikaze were born out of resource scarcity, and whether Japanese military tactics were suicidal as well, How foreign wars temporarily stabilized Japan's revolutionary domestic politics, How American military leadership played the media and politics to become national heroes, Lessons from 1945 for a potential Taiwan invasion. Cohosting is Chris Miller, author of Chip War. Thanks to the US-Japan Foundation for sponsoring this podcast. Outro music: The Mills Brothers - Till Then (YouTube link) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of Ethnocynology, host David Ian Howe sits down with friend and creator North02 to dive into one of North America's most fascinating and overlooked archaeological stories—the Old Copper Culture.Together, they explore how Native communities in the Great Lakes region began shaping some of the world's earliest metal tools and weapons, thousands of years before metallurgy took hold in Europe. From massive copper swords and fishing hooks to spear throwers and intricate ornaments, this culture reveals a technological world far beyond the usual “stone tool” narrative.We discuss:Why Michigan and the Great Lakes hold the purest copper deposits in the worldHow hunter-gatherers mined and hammered copper into tools as early as 9,500 years agoThe mysterious rise and fall of copper mining, and why production suddenly stoppedConnections to Paleoindian cultures like Clovis and Agate BasinThe difference between copper use in the Americas and the Old World's Bronze AgeHow copper shifted from practical tools to symbols of power and statusAlong the way, North shares insights from his upcoming documentary on the Old Copper Culture, his hands-on experiments with copper tools, and why this forgotten chapter of prehistory deserves a place in public imagination.If you've ever wondered whether North America had its own “Copper Age”, this episode will change the way you think about early technology, innovation, and the ingenuity of ancient peoples.TranscriptsFor a rough transcript head over to: https://www.archaeologypodcastnetwork.com/ethnocynology/22Links:Great Water: The Lost Mines of Lake Superior by David P. Pompeanidavidianhowe.comDavidianhowe.com/storeArchPodNetAPN Website: https://www.archpodnet.comAPN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnetAPN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnetAPN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnetAPN ShopAffiliatesMotion
In the early 1800s, a group of politicians decided part of the Ohio border should move farther north. It started a decades-long border fight between Michigan and Ohio. There were winners. There were losers. And in the end, it shaped the states as we know them._______________________Join the Points North Fan Club today! For just $5/month, you can support the show you love, and we'll send you some cool Points North goodies in return.Subscribe to the Points North Newsletter for more Great Lakes news. And follow us on Instagram.
Conditions close to the United States are more favorable for tropical depression formation due to the Gulf Stream current and the warm Gulf waters. Also, cool, fall-like weather will have people reaching for jeans and sweatshirts rather than shorts and bathing suits across the Great Lakes and Northeast into the Labor Day weekend, according to AccuWeather meteorologists. Temperatures more common for October will trend as much as 15 degrees below historical averages, with near-record lows at night for many locations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Send us a textIn our Last Podcast Of Season 6 The team visits Iron Fish Distillery in Thompsonville, Michigan, where they explore the nine-year-old farm-based operation producing grain-to-glass whiskey with locally grown ingredients including their signature hazelnut rye.• Iron Fish grows over 80 acres of hazelnut rye, having recently harvested 100,000 pounds for their whiskey production• Started by sourcing MGP whiskey with unique barrel finishing while waiting for their own distillate to mature• Mad Angler series represents their premium line featuring 100% house-distilled whiskey aged six years• Brand draws inspiration from local author Michael Delp and the fishing culture of Northern Michigan• Tasting includes their 95% rye whiskey, four-grain bourbon, and experimental offerings like their Manifesto series• Distillery balances traditional methods with innovation, creating unique flavor profiles in their limited releases• Iron Fish's motto "returning spirit to its origin" parallels steelhead trout returning to the Betsy River with bringing whiskey back to its farm roots• Their small-batch blending program showcases the importance of finding the perfect proof point for each expressionFind Iron Fish Distillery's products on shelves throughout Michigan or visit their tasting room to experience their full lineup including exclusive releases.Down a dirt road in Thompsonville, Michigan, something special is happening at Iron Fish Distillery. This nine-year-old farm-based operation has emerged as a beacon of craft distilling excellence in the Great Lakes region, creating whiskeys that honor local agricultural traditions while pushing creative boundaries.The distillery's story mirrors the lifecycle of the steelhead trout that swim in the nearby Betsy River—the namesake "iron fish" that return to their birthplace after journeying through Lake Michigan. Similarly, Iron Fish represents a return of spirits to their agricultural origins, where grain and water transform into something greater than the sum of their parts.During our visit, we explored their impressive 80-acre operation where they've just harvested over 100,000 pounds of hazelnut rye destined for their whiskey. Their strategic approach to growth—sourcing quality MGP whiskey for creative barrel finishing while patiently waiting for their own distillate to mature—has positioned them for long-term success rather than rushing immature product to market.The Mad Angler series stands as their premium offering, featuring 100% house-distilled spirits aged six years. Drawing inspiration from local author Michael Delp, these bottles literally emboss the connection between fishing culture and whiskey appreciation. The 95% rye whiskey delivers balanced spearmint and chocolate notes without overwhelming dill characteristics, while their four-grain bourbon offers exceptional complexity at 94 proof. Most impressive is their experimental Manifesto series, which grants blender Isaac complete creative freedom to work with any barrel on the property, resulting in truly distinctive expressions.What makes Iron Fish exceptional isn't just the quality of their spirits but their holistic approach to the craft. From their barrel selection process—working with both local cooper Joe Smith and premium Napa Valley suppliers—to their careful consideration of proof points, every decision serves the spirit rather than Add for SOFL If You Have GohstsSupport the showhttps://www.scotchybourbonboys.com The Scotchy bourbon Boys are #3 in Feedspots Top 60 whiskey podcasts in the world https://podcast.feedspot.com/whiskey_podcasts/
Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on: The Great Lakes Could Be At Risk Due To Data Centers Powering AI, Study Warns: Increasing and unprecedented demand for Great Lakes water from industries racing to build more […]
We can't turn the page on the seventeenth century without covering in depth the fascinating exploits, momentous discoveries, monumental battles, and adventurous saga of Count Frontenac and New France under Louis XIV. Frontenac (1622-98) was a French aristocrat, soldier and Governor General of New France in North America. He established a number of Forts on the shores of the Great Lakes and engaged in a series of battles against the English and the Iroquois Confederacy for control of the fur trade. Governor Frontenac's initiatives helped solidify French claims and influence stretching from Lake Superior to the Mississippi River, pushing French territorial boundaries along the future American-Canadian border and further into the interior of North America. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/kzWTHQZ_rfQ which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Frontenac books available at https://amzn.to/3HS4eZp Chateau Frontenac books at https://amzn.to/3JxbV7X French King Louis XIV books at https://amzn.to/3HGyVkr ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3POlrUD (Amazon gives us credit at NO extra charge to you). Mark Vinet's HISTORICAL JESUS podcast at https://parthenonpodcast.com/historical-jesus Mark's TIMELINE video channel: https://youtube.com/c/TIMELINE_MarkVinet Website: https://markvinet.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vinet.9 X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/MarkVinet_HNA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denarynovels Mark's books: https://amzn.to/3k8qrGM Audio credit: France and England in North America by Francis Parkman, Jr. — Count Frontenac and New France under Louis XIV, Librivox read by C. Major.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports Governor Pritzker says he's heard nothing official about reports that National Guard and other forces will stage at the north suburban base.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports Governor Pritzker says he's heard nothing official about reports that National Guard and other forces will stage at the north suburban base.
WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports Governor Pritzker says he's heard nothing official about reports that National Guard and other forces will stage at the north suburban base.
Episode 41: Maddi Leblanc, Top Ranked Stand-up Paddleboarding Athlete, becomes a RUNEGADEWelcome to The RUNEGADE Podcast | Running is hard, this podcast can help. Each episode we set off to explore the human connection with running and endurance sport, through conversation, big stories, guest interviews and our own experiences - we're your hosts Mark Prociw and Todd MarentetteCheck out our Linktree to Save $$$ with our special discount codesOn this episode, Maddi Leblanc, a three-time Canadian national stand-up paddleboarding champion and Team Canada athlete shares her story and at 27, she's only just begun.Discover how Maddi's journey from competitive soccer to swimming to surfing and SUPing parallels the endurance and mental strength required in running. Maddi shares her unique training regimen, which incorporates running to enhance her paddleboarding performance - spoiler alert, it's not all in the arms. Whether you're a runner, a surfer, or a paddleboarder, Maddi's story is sure to inspire your next adventure and we thank Maddi for becoming a RUNEGADE.Find more Maddi:WebsiteInstagramRise and Glide PodcastIn a world of runners, be a RUNEGADE.Save $$$ with RUNEGADE - friends of the podcast offering great savings to RUNEGADE listeners.Connect with Todd, Mark and Harvey:Email: runegadepodcast@gmail.comTodd on Instagram: @altramarathonmanMark on Instagram: @runclemarkHarvey on Instagram: @altra_harveyRUNEGADE on Facebook
Illinois has been a leader in the data center boom, with more than 220 across the state. However, those centers use up tons of water, often from the same sources that local communities rely on for drinking water. Advocates that work to protect the Great Lakes (and local drinking water) are raising the alarm on the burden this could put on Illinois municipalities in the short and long term. Reset gets the details from Jen Walling, executive director, Illinois Environmental Council; and Joel Brammeier, president, Alliance for the Great Lakes. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.
In November 1913, a storm system slammed The Great Lakes, sinking over a dozen ships and killing hundreds of people. It remains the worst natural disaster in Great Lakes history. ORDER MY FIRST HISTORY BOOK! CANADA'S MAIN STREET: https://sutherlandhousebooks.com/product/canadas-main-street/ Donate: buymeacoffee.com/craigu Donate: canadaehx.com (Click Donate) Support: patreon.com/canadaehx Merch: https://www.ohcanadashop.com/collections/canadian-history-ehx Hello Fresh: HelloFresh.ca/CHEHX E-mail: craig@canadaehx.com Twitter: twitter.com/craigbaird Threads: https://www.threads.net/@cdnhistoryehx Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cdnhistoryehx YouTube: youtube.com/c/canadianhistoryehx Want to send me something? Craig Baird PO Box 2384 Stony Plain PO Main, Alberta T7Z1X8 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Helena Volzer, Water Policy Expert for the Alliance for the Great Lakes, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the threat that AI data centers pose to the great lakes. Volzer explains why data centers require so much water and just how much of a danger they pose.
⚠️ Trigger Warning This episode includes a discussion of suicide and loss within the military community. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling: Veterans & Service Members: Dial 988, then Press 1 (24/7 Veterans/Military Crisis Line) Text: 838255 (Veterans/Military Crisis Line) Chat: VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat Military OneSource (24/7 confidential support): 1-800-342-9647 | MilitaryOneSource.mil You are not alone. Reaching out is a sign of strength. Damon and Damo open with real life: parenting a clingy toddler while trying not to be the “threat dad.” He then walks through a packed few weeks—starting turnover, a Ceremonial Guard recruiting run at Great Lakes, and a whirlwind week working at the Guard. From there the fellas pivot to military news and leadership shifts: the 12-hour fire aboard USS New Orleans; Fleet Master Chief John Perryman's selection as the 17th MCPON and how alignment with the boss accelerates trust; a string of high-level shakeups (Air Force Chief Gen. David Allvin's retirement; VADM Nancy Lacore and RADM Jamie Sands relieved; USNA's change of command to LtGen Michael Borgschulte); and a look at the Fort Stewart workplace shooting response. They sit with harder headlines too: the reported suicide of recruit Kayshawn Wilkerson at Great Lakes and the loss of Aviation Boatswain's Jose Antonio Rivera Lynch IV during operations in the Timor Sea. Closer to home, they clock the National Guard presence in D.C., react to the phrase “last rank in which he served honorably,” and note USMC LtCol (ret.) Stuart Scheller's new role. Inside the Mess, Damo flags that MCPON has added “Get Real, Get Better” training into CPO Initiation—and asks if the culture shift is actually landing. The guys respond to a few listeners: do reenlistments still mean something or are we just signing paper; advice for clashing peers; why folks ghost in TAP; “have you ever taken your blouse off to drive home;” and young Sailors in race cars. In the Chief's Initiation (no longer Season) block, they talk non-select morale, the low numbers this year, and where leaders must step up for those who didn't pin—plus the moment you were when you got the call. The “Do Better” segment (Damon on clips; Damo on Chiefs in housing). These topics and more are covered in this episode. To have your “Do Better” reviewed on a future episode, please get in touch with us at ptsfpodcast@gmail.com Keep up with the ‘Permission to Speak Freely' podcast on our social media and YouTube - https://linktr.ee/Ptsfpodcast Additional Credits: Soundbite from It Is What It Is featuring Cam'ron and Ma$e, used for illustrative purposes in explaining the “pause” game. All rights belong to the original creators. PTSF “Theme Music” - Produced by Lim0
Sisters Alex and Tasha Sawatzky's knowledge of and growing appreciation for the land they lived on was tangible and real, so how could they tell the stories of the species they were coming to know and love, while also countering the dread of our modern world? They decided to start Minnow, a magazine about ecology, conservation and all sorts of species we share a home with. This magazine project has become a bit of a community space for the sisters and others to write of their own knowledge and care for the land, inviting in readers to deepen their own sense of connection and community with the other-than-human world. There are articles cover the gamut of interesting and sometimes threatened species in the Great Lakes region, including Redside Dace, Piping Plover, Hart's Tongue Fern, and the lovely Chimney Swift. With two issues launched, and a third underway, Minnow has become a bit of a deal amidst friends of mine who are intimately involved with the land. I had to do an interview to learn more. And big thanks to Nava for bridging the gap.To learn more :Minnow Magazine instagram pageMinnow Magazine website with ordering infoMinnow Magazine mailing list
803 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/803 Presented by: TroutRoutes If you're curious about Michigan steelhead and salmon fishing, this episode is for you. Christian Gradowski swings streamers under city bridges, strips flies for kings in water warmer than most trout would tolerate, all while capturing it all on film. You'll learn how to read tricky currents without obvious structure, get prepped for Great Lakes kings, and why July bass fishing can actually teach you how to swing in November. Christian keeps it real, sharing stories from the gravel runs of the Muskegon to the busy Grand River, where steelhead stack up under freeway overpasses. Find out why stripping streamers could be your new go-to and how glow-headed flies help get bites in cold water. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/803
Michigan health leaders confirm Kent County resident as state's 1st 2025 West Nile death Michigan DNR proposes new season to catch Great Lakes region's largest fish, lake sturgeon Small-town Michigan library holds funeral for tortoise lost in fire
The Menomonee River isn't your typical classroom. Then again, the group of 10- to 12-year-olds who spent a week along its shoreline weren't your typical class.These students, and some older teens, were part of a summer program from All Hands Boatworks, a local nonprofit teaching youth — and adults — about the craft of wooden boatbuilding, Milwaukee's rivers and the Great Lakes. But the learning extends well beyond the water.“When we're building this boat, it's not about building a boat,” longtime volunteer Trent Myers said. "You expand their sense of what they're capable of achieving.”Podcast host Kim Shine takes you to the river, and inside the weeklong experience includes building birdhouses and kayaking on the river before culminating with a dedication ceremony and boat launch. —Episode host: Kim ShineUniquely Milwaukee is sponsored by the Milwaukee Public Library and supported by our Radio Milwaukee members.
Ryan Duffy, member of the Enbridge Communication Team, joins the show to update listeners on the latest developments surrounding the Line 5 project. He explains how the public can participate during the current comment period, what Michigan's Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) is reviewing with the permit, and where things stand with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' decision. Duffy also highlights the Enbridge Information Center at the Straits, where visitors can learn more about the project, its safety measures, and its importance to Michigan's energy future. Visit https://www.enbridge.com/line5tunnel for more information
August 19, 2025 ~ Scott Newman, Mackinaw City Village president, joins Chris and Lloyd live from St. Ignace to discuss the city's support of the Line 5 tunnel project to replace the existing pipeline, prioritizing the Great Lakes' safety and securing energy resources.
Meet Grandma Mary Catherine, the oldest known Great Lakes trout Michigan Medicine sends postcards without envelopes, exposing personal data of 1,015
In 2014, a group of botanists discovered that a very rare plant native to the Kankakee River in Illinois, had vanished from its only known native habitat in the world. That set off a quest to bring back the missing Midwestern flower._______________________Join the Points North Fan Club today! For just $5/month, you can support the show you love, and we'll send you some cool Points North goodies in return.Subscribe to the Points North Newsletter for more Great Lakes news. And follow us on Instagram.
For decades, scientific research at the Great Lakes has meant close partnership between Canada and the U.S., but President Trump's latest job cuts may be changing that. In March, the U.S. agencies overseeing the health and conditions of oceans, lakes and rivers became the latest target of the Trump administration's federal job-cutting spree.Patrick White reports on water issues for The Globe. Today, he explains how the partnership around the Great Lakes is changing, why there are new negotiations about water sharing, and why these conversations about freshwater are not just issues of environmental concern – but also of national security.This episode originally aired March 27, 2025.Questions? Comments? Ideas? E-mail us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com
There is a new hire this year at RGS and its Zach Evans filling a FCD position for the eastern Great Lakes. We keep it pretty well focused on RGS and the progress made on the large Federal forest systems here in Michigan. Thank you to our sponsorsAspen Thicket Grouse Dogs aspenthicketgrousedogs.comPine Hill Gun Dogs phkscllc@gmail.comSecond Chance Bird dogs Wild Card Outfitters and Guide Service wildcardoutdoors.comPrairie ridge Farms prairieridgefarms.com
Christian Carlson from Northeast Troller joins the show for Episode 267 of the Great Lakes Fishing Podcast. Northeast Troller is a fishing lure company based in Maine. We discuss how Christian got started in the fishing industry, how Northeast Troller spoons are made, Northeast Troller's most popular designs, and more. Today's conversation is from the Greater Niagara Fishing Expo back in February. Captain Casey Prisco is co-hosting this episode. For more Great Lakes fishing information, visit https://fishhawkelectronics.com/blog/
Big batteries are going in at Consumers Energy sites in Hampton and Oscoda townships. Close to 19 million fish have been stocked to rivers and lakes in Michigan this year. Federal scientists are testing a new method for keeping invasive carp out of the Great Lakes. For more, visit https://mrgreatlakes.com/
The Great Lakes influence our surrounding regions' culture, economy, and environment. Yet, record-breaking temperatures and unprecedented weather events across these regions, and those who rely on the lakes for their way of life, are asking questions about what's to come.rnrnChris Winslow has the answers.rnrnChris is the Director of the Ohio Sea Grant's College Program, where he coordinates their research with Ohio State University's Stone Lab-Ohio Sea Grant's education and outreach facility on Lake Erie and part of The Ohio State University's College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences.rnrnFor more than 100 years, professional researchers from across the nation have worked at Ohio Sea Grant and Stone Labs to help solve the most pressing issues facing the Great Lakes, such as invasive species and toxic algal blooms. Researchers provide critical science that informs policy, guides environmental management, and shapes public understanding of Lake Erie and the broader Great Lakes region. From ecosystem health to economic impact, this research plays a key role in ensuring a more resilient future for the communities that depend on the lakes.
Bryan interviews Mike and Angie Malak, from Temperance, MI, who are our new Regional Directors for the newly created Influencers Great Lakes Region. They talk about how The Journey found its way to Michigan and the sifting that happened which made their calling clear. They also talk about a large barn project which will host many Journey events. To support Influencers- Great Lakes, you can make a tax-deductible donation HERE (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=2DS8JBAESPFFL)
Originally uploaded July 24th, reloaded August 14th. Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Phil Roos, Director of EGLE, Michigan's Department of Environment, Great Lakes And Energy, Lansing, MI The EGLE team recently visited Kalamazoo to tour brownfield sites. Before we get into the specifics, what is brownfield redevelopment and why does it matter? You toured the Harrison Circle site and River's Edge site. Can you talk about what makes each of these special? EGLE works with more communities than just Kalamazoo on brownfield development. Can you talk about the impact the program is having statewide? Earlier this year, Governor Whitmer released her FY 26 budget recommendations. How do her recommendations support brownfield redevelopment as well as environmental sustainability and economic development? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ State, local leaders visit Kalamazoo to celebrate affordable housing built on former contaminated sites EGLE hosts a roundtable and tour of brownfield redevelopment sites supported by $1.3 million in EGLE remediation grants Today, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Director Phil Roos toured Harrison Circle and River's Edge, two brownfield redevelopment sites in downtown Kalamazoo. After the tour, Director Roos led a roundtable discussion with local leaders discussing the impacts of these projects, the importance of state and local partnerships and future opportunities for brownfield redevelopment across Kalamazoo and Southwest Michigan. “Investing in the redevelopment of brownfield sites is not just about cleaning up the past. It is about creating a brighter future for our communities, our economy and the environment,” said EGLE Director Phil Roos. “Projects like Harrison Circle and River's Edge show how strategic cleanup efforts can turn once-contaminated properties into affordable housing and community assets. We remain committed to continuing this vital work across the state, ensuring every Michigan community with contaminated properties has the opportunity to benefit from these investments.” Once contaminated with metals, solvents and petroleum from a multitude of former uses, including an auto repair and a heat-treating facility, the River's Edge property along the Kalamazoo River is being transformed into affordable housing. With help from a $1 million grant from EGLE, the $55 million development will feature two four-story apartment buildings, 224 rental units, a community center and a leasing office. Tenants are expected to begin moving in next year. State Representative Julie Rogers, who represents Kalamazoo in the legislature, also attended the roundtable. "As a former member of the Kalamazoo County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority Board for over a decade, I've witnessed the rehabilitation of many contaminated industrial sites that we have been able to redevelop into prime commercial real estate properties. With the changes in brownfield policy we passed at the state level, I am thrilled we can also turn brownfields in Kalamazoo into vibrant housing solutions for our communities,” Rogers said.
What happens when tourism is rooted in local pride and environmental responsibility? In this episode, Susan Estler, CEO of Travel Marquette, shares how collaboration across industries and a deep passion for place are shaping the visitor experience in this Great Lakes community. Learn how Marquette is building a culture of care.With gratitude to Travel Marquette for sponsoring this season of Travel Beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
I know a lot of listeners are relatively new to the fly-fishing game, and so I asked Phil Monahan [30:31], editor of Midcurrent.com (who also helps people through this sometimes-steep learning curve) to share with us ten pitfalls you may want to avoid when learning the game. And I am willing to bet that even you experts out there make some of these mistakes every time you go out. I know I do. In the Fly Box this week, we have some basic and not-so-basic questions, including: What fly line can I use in the Bahamas and for fly fishing in the Northeast? Is the 'chuck and duck" method an ethical way to fish for Great Lakes salmon? Should I replace my old Power Matrix 905 with a newer model or should I invest in a 904 to have a more diverse quiver? I tie all of my juvenile tarpon flies on a size 2/0 hook. Should I invest in some smaller hooks? How long should I leave my dry fly in the water before pulling it out? How much tippet should I be going through? You say that fish can always see my tippet. So why is it necessary to go to a smaller tippet size? The tube in my New Zealand Strike Indicator always splits when I add yarn. I am using 5X tippet. What am I doing wrong? When fishing with trout Spey, should I concentrate more on my casting or what fly pattern I am using? And what is your favorite fly for trout Spey? Are red and green lights any less impactful when night fishing? Are weighted streamers recommended for night fishing?
Perhaps it's fitting that you have to go a bit out of the way to find the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum. This well known site...
Welcome back shedheads!This week we get deep into some nerdy topics. Starting off, Does data have mass? As you fill up your hard drive, does the weight and mass change? We find out.Also, we discuss the effects of the moon on tides and the way it affects more than just the ocean. Did you know that the Great Lakes experience tides?Nintendo is getting a lot of heat for the Switch 2. At the time of recording, the Switch 2 had been broiled in heat from consumers about it's locking of devices, the cost, and a myriad of other issues. (Things got worse since recording...)We talk all this plus gaming tech through history this week on the Shedtime Podcast!Support the showWant More Shedtime Podcast?Want to Find the Show on your FAVORITE STREAMING SERVICE?Want more EXCLUSIVE CONTENT only available to the Shedheads?Visit the Shed on the web :http://www.shedtimepodcast.comFind the Shedtime Podcast on Instagram : @ShedtimePodcast
In this explosive episode of The Long Form, independent photojournalist Teddy Mazina — now living in exile after fleeing Burundi in 2015 — reveals untold truths about his homeland's political chaos. From witnessing the failed coup against Pierre Nkurunziza to his recent trip deep into M23-controlled territory in Eastern Congo, Mazina unpacks the roots of Burundi's crisis, the reality of life under President Évariste Ndayishimiye, and why the conflict in the DRC could reshape the entire Great Lakes region. This is a raw, insider's look at war, leadership, corruption, and the fight for a better future.Paid partnership with: Waka Fitness: Go to https://waka.fitbase.rw/thelongform and get 20% off your gym membership. Offer lasts until end of August 2025!Listen to the Long Form with Sanny Ntayombya podcast on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/rw/podcast/the-long-form-with-sanny-ntayombya/id1669879621Listen to the Long Form with Sanny Ntayombya podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7HkkUi4bUyIeYktQhWOljcFollow Long Form with Sanny Ntayombya on Twitter: https://x.com/TheLongFormRwFollow Long Form with Sanny Ntayombya on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelongformrw/Follow Long Form with Sanny Ntayombya on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longformrwFollow Sanny Ntayombya on Twitter: https://x.com/SannyNtayombya About Long Form with Sanny Ntayombya:The Long Form with Sanny Ntayombya is a weekly podcast intent on keeping you up to date with current affairs in Rwanda. The topics discussed range from politics, business, sports to entertainment. If you want to share your thoughts on the topics I discuss use the hashtag #LongFormRw on Twitter and follow us on Twitter and Instagram on our handle @TheLongFormRwBe a part of the conversation.
Episode: 1420 The Erie Canal. Today, we ride 568 feet uphill in a barge.
Six days, two countries, multiple ferries, and one very stubborn e-bike brake magnet later, the Lake Ontario circumnavigation attempt has wrapped up in ways both expected and completely unforeseen. What started as an ambitious 540-mile loop around one of the Great Lakes became a masterclass in adventure adaptation, international border logistics, and the reality of shoulder season touring. On this episode, takeaways from a trip that delivered lessons extending far beyond the original route plan. Lake Ontario 2025 Takeaways 1. Plan for Ferry Contingencies Ferry schedules can be unreliable, especially early or late in the season. The US-Canada ferry that was supposed to be running for Memorial Day weekend simply wasn't operational, despite being a critical piece of the route. Always have backup plans for ferry-dependent routes and call ahead rather than assuming seasonal schedules are accurate. 2. E-bike Mechanical Knowledge is Essential This adventure nearly ended before it began due to a simple brake magnet issue that couldn't be initially diagnosed. If you're planning to tour with an e-bike, invest time in learning the electrical components and common failure points. Carry backup magnets, electrical tape, and basic electrical tools. 3. Weight Distribution Matters More on E-bikes The combination of heavy batteries, chargers, and touring gear created concerns about spoke and wheel integrity on a bike not designed for that load. Consider front panniers or other weight distribution solutions when carrying substantial battery backup systems for longer tours. 4. International Border Crossings Require Flexibility International bike touring adds layers of complexity that can derail plans. Without vehicle backup, a cyclist would have been stranded when the expected ferry crossing wasn't running. Research multiple crossing points and have contingency transportation options for international routes. 5. E-bikes Excel at "Twice the Speed, Half the Effort" Consistently maintaining 20+ mph with moderate effort effectively doubles your range compared to acoustic cycling. This opens up longer day rides and different touring philosophies - you can cover more ground in less time or take more time to explore without distance pressure. 6. Shoulder Season Has Trade-offs Riding in late May meant fewer crowds and cooler temperatures, but also meant many seasonal services weren't yet operational. Consider what matters more for your trip: solitude and cooler weather, or full service availability and guaranteed open businesses. 7. Battery Management is Both Psychological and Practical Having two batteries completely eliminated range anxiety and changed the entire riding approach. The faster-charging newer battery became primary, with the backup providing peace of mind. Invest in quality charging equipment and understand your system's charging capabilities and timing. 8. Vehicle-Supported Adventures Have Merit While purists might prefer self-supported touring, hybrid approaches can still deliver meaningful bike experiences while providing important safety nets. Sometimes adapting your adventure style is better than canceling entirely when plans go sideways. 9. Memorial or Meaningful Rides Can Evolve Despite not completing the original circumnavigation plan, the spiritual goal of honoring family through cycling around meaningful places was still achieved. The intention and connection to place often matters more than perfect execution of your original route. 10. Equipment Confidence Takes Time and Experience The relationship with the e-bike evolved from skeptical to confident over the course of the trip. Don't expect immediate comfort with new bike setups - allow for a learning curve and consider adventures like this as extended shakedown rides for future longer tours. Bonus Insight: Toronto Island proved to be an unexpected highlight, demonstrating that some of the best bike touring moments come from unplanned discoveries when you maintain flexibility to explore interesting detours.
Thank you to today's sponsors!- The Invasive Species Centre: Protecting Canada's land and water from invasive species- SAIL: The Ultimate Destination for your Outdoor Adventures- J&B Cycle and Marine: Your Home for all things powersports, boats, and equipment- Freedom Cruise Canada: Rent the boat, own the memories- Anglers Leaderboard: Real-time AI angling platform where everyone is welcome, and every catch counts!- Silverwax: Proudly Canadian since 1999In this episode of Outdoor Journal Radio, Ang and the crew welcome Ross Robertson from Big Water Fishing—guide, author, YouTuber, and one of Lake Erie's top walleye experts—for his first-ever appearance on the show. The guys dive deep into a discussion about forward-facing sonar, how pro anglers are adapting to the fast-changing tech landscape, and the role of media in fishing. Plus, you'll hear stories from ICAST, updates from the Fish'n Canada store, and the alarming confirmation that grass carp have officially breached the Great Lakes. If you're interested in the future of fishing, this episode pulls no punches.Also featuring:Tips for smallmouth on Lake OntarioRoss's viral podcast on the infamous walleye cheating scandalBonus code: GOBY for 15% off at shop.fishncanada.com
//The Wire//2300Z August 5, 2025////ROUTINE////BLUF: DHS DELETES ISRAELI MANDATE FROM DISASTER AID CONDITIONS, NO EXPLANATION GIVEN. SECOND EARTHQUAKE STRIKES NEW YORK. CANADIAN WILDFIRES CONTINUE.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE----- -International Events-Canada: Significant wildfires continue to burn throughout Saskatchewan and Manitoba, which has prompted air quality concerns for much of the American northeast and the Great Lakes regions, due to the smoke.-HomeFront-New York: Another earthquake struck New York City earlier this morning, which reached an estimated magnitude of 2.7. No major damage was reported.Missouri: Overnight an arson attack was reported in Clayton, with multiple vehicles set on fire outside of the residence of an Israeli soldier (who is a dual citizen living in the US). Various anti-Israeli graffiti was also observed spray painted in the street at the scene.Washington D.C. - Following the fallout of yesterday's scandal, the Department of Homeland Security has re-updated their Terms and Conditions to remove the inflammatory language. No explanation was given for why the language was ever included in the first place.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: Concerning yesterday's saga involving the DHS covertly changing their Terms and Conditions for disaster aid, the following general timeline may be helpful for understanding the sequence of events as they unfolded. This is important to document for the historical record, if nothing else, since the old version of this PDF has been deleted from public view.1. On April 18th, 2025 the Department of Homeland Security updated their Terms and Conditions that all 50 States must abide by in order to get federal aid (specifically, purchases of equipment with federal grant money).2. In these Terms and Conditions, a single line item was added, mandating that if states want FEMA grant money, they have to pledge allegiance to Israel and promise to not boycott Israeli companies.3. Nobody notices this policy change for several months.4. Yesterday morning (August 4th, 2025) Reuters finally notices this change, and pushes the news story out, as they do.5. Immediately, the reaction on social media is that this story is fake, due to how incredulous it sounds and the already poor reputation of most media groups.6. A few hours after the story went viral, the actual PDF file on the DHS website was altered and re-uploaded…with the sections pertaining to Israel missing. No outward changes were apparent on the website; the file name, version number, and upload date were all the same. However, the content was different.7. As time elapsed (and as people heard about this story), anyone who checked the DHS website after exactly 4:30pm (when the file was changed) saw the updated PDF file, which had no mention of Israel.8. This led many to think that the whole story was fake, not knowing that a change had occurred.9. Subsequent analysis of the metadata of the NEW file, and archived copies of the OLD file confirm that shenanigans are afoot, and the file was changed, last being edited by a senior attorney who works for the DHS.10. A few hours later, the DHS (speaking directly to journalists) confirmed that the policy change did occur. The DHS did not provide any explanation as to why this policy was ever in effect in the first place, or who made the decision to include this policy change.Analyst: S2A1Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground//END REPORT//
Captain Jim Steel from Dream Catcher Sportfishing joins the Great Lakes Fishing Podcast for Episode 266. We discuss Eastern Basin Lake Erie walleye fishing, the Lake Erie forage base, using Fish Hawk while trolling for walleyes, what it's like to produce an outdoor TV show, and much more. Today's conversation is from the Greater Niagara Fishing Expo back in February. For more Great Lakes fishing information, visit https://fishhawkelectronics.com/blog/
Join me for an insightful and timely conversation with historian Timothy Kneeland about his book Declaring Disaster: Buffalo's Blizzard of '77 and the Creation of FEMA (Syracuse University Press, 2021). This book masterfully bridges the gap between academic research and real-world policy implications. Hear from the author himself as he reflects on the historical roots of disaster policy, the political forces that shape emergency response, and the enduring implications for governance today. Timothy W. Kneeland is a Professor and Director of the Center for Public History at Nazareth University. He writes on American politics and disaster policy, American science, and psychiatry. ABOUT THE BOOK: On Friday, January 28, 1977, it began to snow in Buffalo. The second largest city in New York State, located directly in line with the Great Lakes' snowbelt, was no stranger to this kind of winter weather. With their city averaging ninety-four inches of snow per year, the citizens of Buffalo knew how to survive a snowstorm. But the blizzard that engulfed the city for the next four days was about to make history. Between the subzero wind chill and whiteout conditions, hundreds of people were trapped when the snow began to fall. Twenty- to thirty-foot-high snow drifts isolated residents in their offices and homes, and even in their cars on the highway. With a dependency on rubber-tire vehicles, which lost all traction in the heavily blanketed urban streets, they were cut off from food, fuel, and even electricity. This one unexpected snow disaster stranded tens of thousands of people, froze public utilities and transportation, and cost Buffalo hundreds of millions of dollars in economic losses and property damages. The destruction wrought by this snowstorm, like the destruction brought on by other natural disasters, was from a combination of weather-related hazards and the public policies meant to mitigate them. Buffalo's 1977 blizzard, the first snowstorm to be declared a disaster in US history, came after a century of automobility, suburbanization, and snow removal guidelines like the bare-pavement policy. Kneeland offers a compelling examination of whether the 1977 storm was an anomaly or the inevitable outcome of years of city planning. From the local to the state and federal levels, Kneeland discusses governmental response and disaster relief, showing how this regional event had national implications for environmental policy and how its effects have resounded through the complexities of disaster politics long after the snow fell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network
Tom Nelson is my first guest this week. He's the host of the American Archer TV Show on the Outdoor Channel and has great advice on getting ready for the upcoming archery season. Then, Tom Campbell from Woods-n-Waternews has a preview of their upcoming Outdoor Weekend. Hour two features Larry Jennings of Jonah Jigs. Larry helped pioneer the technique of jigging for Great Lakes salmon and trout. Steve Windom of MUCC is up next with a wrap up of our big golf outing. We're talking food plots in hour 3 with Rich Chrzan of Killer Food Plots. The show wraps up with Chef Dixie Dave Minar and another great recipe.
Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-5) joins Steve Gruber to discuss the House passage of his legislation aimed at preserving the Great Lakes fisheries, crucial to Michigan's economy and outdoor heritage. They also dive into Senator Chuck Grassley's recent declassification of documents exposing high-level Democrat involvement in past intelligence scandals, adding more weight to the growing backlash over deep state manipulation and election interference.
Mike Amman is a Wisconsin forester and the Vice President of the Wisconsin Sharp-Tailed Grouse Society. Mike & Travis celebrate Wisconsin's decision to re-open a sharp-tailed grouse hunting season, the mission at the Wisconsin sharp-tailed grouse society, reversing a habitat loss trend & bouncing back bird numbers, logging practices that create ruffed grouse habitat across the Great Lakes region, hunting sharp-tailed grouse on the prairie vs Midwest, moving to find the right hunting covers, mentally and physically preparing for opening day, shot size and chokes for grouse, putting on miles, and a whole lot more... @wisharptails Presented by: Walton's (waltons.com/) OnX Maps (onxmaps.com/) Aluma Trailers (alumaklm.com) GAIM Hunting & Shooting Simulator (https://alnk.to/74wKReb) Compeer Home (compeerhome.com) Federal Premium Ammunition (federalpremium.com/) Hunt North Dakota (helloND.com/) Lucky Duck Premium Decoys (luckyduck.com/) & Samaritan Tire (samaritantire.com/)
Robin Pacquing is a seasoned surfer based near Toronto, Canada, who has spent nearly two decades mastering the waves of the Great Lakes. Braving frigid temperatures and unpredictable swells, she's become an expert in navigating one of the most unconventional surf scenes in the world. Robin is also the founder of Lake Surfistas, a grassroots organization that connects and supports women of all abilities who surf, SUP, and SUP surf on the Great Lakes.Connect with Robin: Website InstagramLake Surfistas Thank you to our sponsors: Capital One and the REI Co-op® Mastercard® Terns — used code “WILD” at checkout to receive 25% off your first order.
Mysterious disappearances, lost shipwrecks, the Lake Michigan “Stonehenge”, strange lights above Lake Erie and more. There's something strange happening in the great lakes. These lakes in North America are much bigger than you would ever imagine, they hold about a fifth of the entire world's freshwater. But they also hold some of the greatest unsolved mysteries. They are quite literally full of secrets. Subscribe on Patreon for bonus content and to become a member of our Rogue Detecting Society. Patrons have access to bonus content as well as other perks. And members of our High Council on Patreon have access to our after-show called Footnotes, where I share my case file with our producer, Matt. Apple subscriptions are now live! Get access to ad-free episodes and bonus episodes when you subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Follow on Tik Tok and Instagram for a daily dose of horror. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices