Podcasts about Great Lakes

Charlie Hartley returns to BTL to talk about the joys of fishing for smallmouth bass on the Great Lakes.

Sharon McMahon, America's government teacher, author of the number one New York Times bestseller The Small and the Mighty, and one of the most effective science communicators working right now, just on the government side joins us today. She makes the case for what types of people should run for office. The bulk of our conversation is about something I see constantly in healthcare comments: learned helplessness, the feeling that the system is too broken and too big and too entrenched to ever get better. Sharon's reframe is the one I needed to hear, this is not a volcano, it's a human-constructed system, and the abolitionists and the suffragists and the civil rights organizers all felt exactly as hopeless as we do, and they kept working anyway. We get into the Overton window, the range of what's currently politically possible, and why universal healthcare isn't in it federally right now, but state-by-state Medicaid expansion absolutely is, and why states function as "democracy laboratories" that can shift the national window over time. Sharon walks me through how to actually get a meeting with your representative, why joining your state medical society or specialty organization matters more than being one annoyed person on the internet, and how Emily Calandrelli got a federal law passed protecting nursing mothers at airport security just by having a big platform and a specific senator. We also cover the filibuster, the Electoral College (winner-take-all was never in the Constitution), the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact, gerrymandering's embarrassing etymological origin, and Great Lakes shipping facts that Sharon would absolutely use to fill 24 hours on the Senate floor. My government teacher was a football coach. I am now remediated. Takeaways: Learned helplessness is the biggest obstacle to healthcare reform. The Overton window explains why federal universal healthcare feels impossible right now, but state-level progress doesn't . The most effective way to get a meeting with your representative is to call their district office, not their DC office. Joining a professional advocacy organization multiplies your impact dramatically. The filibuster is a Senate-only procedural rule that started as an accident. — Want more Sharon McMahon? @sharonsaysso http://www.thepreamble.com http://www.sharonmcmahon.com To Get Tickets to Wife & Death: You can visit Glaucomflecken.com/live  We want to hear YOUR stories (and medical puns)! Shoot us an email and say hi! knockknockhi@human-content.com Can't get enough of us? Shucks. You can support the show on Patreon for early episode access, exclusive bonus shows, livestream hangouts, and much more! –⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ http://www.patreon.com/glaucomflecken⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Also, be sure to check out the newsletter: https://glaucomflecken.com/glauc-to-me/ If you are interested in buying a book from one of our guests, check them all out here: https://www.amazon.com/shop/dr.glaucomflecken If you want more information on models I use: Anatomy Warehouse provides for the best, crafting custom anatomical products, medical simulation kits and presentation models that create a lasting educational impact.  For more information go to Anatomy Warehouse DOT com. Link: https://anatomywarehouse.com/?aff=14 Plus for 15% off use code: Glaucomflecken15 -- A friendly reminder from the G's and Tarsus: If you want to learn more about Demodex Blepharitis, making an appointment with your eye doctor for an eyelid exam can help you know for sure. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.EyelidCheck.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information. Head to http://www.cozyearth.com and use my code KNOCKKNOCK for an exclusive 20% off. Produced by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Human Content⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn firsthand if any of the ships that sank during the 1913 Great Storm off Lake Huron were ever discovered. Go behind the scenes and learn everything possible about Georgian Bay including its role in the War of 1812. Determine who exactly was Daniel Johnson Morrell and whether or not he lived long enough to see a Great Lakes Freighter get built in his honor. Learn what specific characteristics SS Daniel J. Morrell and her sister ship SS Edward Y. Townsend had in common. Discover just how old these two ships were by the mid 1960's. Receive a brief timeline description of SS Daniel J. Morrell's last voyage which began November 26, 1966. Get introduced to 26 Year Old Dennis Hale, Daniel J. Morrell Watchman. Explore the timeline of events impacting Dennis Hale himself between 9:30PM November 28-2AM November 29. Determine the Morrell's state once Dennis himself reached the vessel's deck. Reveal what Dennis and his crew mates learned per the second major loud sound deeply impacting the ship's structural integrity. Go behind the scenes and learn how Dennis Hale fought for survival between November 29-30. Understand exactly why nobody onshore had determined what officially happened to the Morrell around November 29. Discover just how many hours it took to realize something drastically happened to the Morrell. Learn just how many days Dennis Hale spent recovering in the hospital including whether his return home was one of genuine welcome. Go behind the scenes and explore just how many different reform measures emerged following the Morrell's sinking. Learn what became of Morrell's Sister Ship, the SS Edward Y. Townsend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

China bans AI girlfriends, DeepSeek prepares its next AI model, SpaceX investors face a trillion-dollar reality check, Canada questions AI data centers, and Spotify deletes 75 million spam tracks. On Hashtag Trending for Monday, July 20, 2026, host Jim Love covers five major technology stories shaping artificial intelligence, big tech, and the future of digital platforms. China has become the first country to regulate AI companion apps, banning features that encourage emotional dependence while requiring AI chatbots to remind users they are software. The move comes as governments begin treating AI relationships as a growing social issue. Meanwhile, SpaceX has gone from a trillion-dollar valuation to renewed investor scrutiny over debt, losses, and whether AI-driven valuations across the technology sector are finally being challenged. Jim also examines reports that DeepSeek is preparing to launch its next frontier AI model. Following the success of Kimi K3, the bigger question may no longer be which company builds the smartest AI—but which company forces everyone else to lower prices. In Canada, opposition to new AI data centers is growing as communities raise concerns over electricity and water consumption. Even Ontario, home to abundant hydroelectric power and the Great Lakes, is beginning to question the environmental cost of AI infrastructure. Finally, Spotify says it removed more than 75 million spam tracks while introducing stronger protections against AI-generated spam, voice cloning, and fraudulent streaming—without banning legitimate AI-created music. If you enjoy balanced reporting on artificial intelligence, technology, cybersecurity, business innovation, and digital transformation, subscribe to Hashtag Trending for daily tech news that goes beyond the headlines. Timestamps 00:00 Today's Trending Headlines 00:40 China Bans AI Companions 03:01 SpaceX Valuation Whiplash 05:49 DeepSeek Price Shockwave 08:38 Canada Data Center Pushback 11:51 Spotify Purges Spam Tracks 13:07 Wrap Up and Where to Find Us

Crops are looking solid across much of the Midwest, despite heat stress and wildfire smoke in the Great Lakes area. Soybeans rallied again on more Chinese demand business while corn and wheat were mixed and cattle ended their long losing streak with higher futures on Monday. Mike Minor with Professional Ag Marketing joins us to discuss on one of today's interviews. We also hear from John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing who joins us for analysis and perspective. There are also numerous weather factors being watched right now across the U.S. including wildfire smoke impacts in the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes, extreme heat continuing across some areas, severe weather potential and even activity in the Gulf. Eric Snodgrass with Nutrien Ag Solutions joins us to discuss on our Weekly Weather Update. Find more at https://www.agweather.com.

This week on the RV Lifestyle Podcast News Edition, Mike Wendland takes a hard look at one of the biggest frustrations facing RV owners today: service department problems at some of the nation's largest RV dealer chains.You'll also hear about the extreme weather that disrupted RV travel from the Great Lakes to Texas, California's new effort to crack down on ghost campground bookings, a major fire-risk recall affecting many Tiffin motorhomes, an important wildlife safety reminder following a Yellowstone bison attack, and why catalytic converter thefts are once again targeting RV owners across the country.Every story in this episode is fully researched, independently sourced, and explained in plain English, along with practical takeaways you can use to travel smarter and more safely. Complete source links are available in the transcript tab above.If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and leave a review. It helps other RVers discover the show and supports the work we do every week to keep you informed.The RV Trip Dashboard we talked about is at RVLifestyle.com/TripDashboardThanks for listening, and as always... Happy Trails

In part one of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, officials and health experts expressed growing concern on Thursday about dangerously poor air quality across much of the northeastern United States and southern Canada, as a cloud of dense smoke from scores of raging wildfires darkened skies and irritated throats from the Great Lakes to New England. As the wildfires continued to burn, sensors that monitor the air quality index for millions of people recorded figures sometimes nearly twice as high as what is considered hazardous. Also the Mamdani administration wants landlords to pay for credit checks for rental applicants / audio from President Trump from Thursday night's speech on voter fraud and China's influence / 83% of the population believe they are being effected by fraud in the election system / the major networks choose not to carry the President's speech / audio from Senator Rand Paul on how easy it is to uncover fraud (i.e. a young man with a phone camera in Minnesota) / and the blinding insanity of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations across America Monday-Friday 12am-5am CT (1am-6am ET and 10pm-3am PT), download the RED EYE RADIO SHOW app, asking your smart speaker, or listening at RedEyeRadioShow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy says Friday will be worse than Thursday when it comes to air quality. WWJ's Jackie Paige has your Friday morning news. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Recorded with an information cutoff of 12:53 PM Central Time on Friday, July 17, 2026.This episode reads and explains the National Weather Service Chicago Area Forecast Discussion, follows Canadian wildfire smoke through Great Lakes forecast discussions, and examines extreme heat and humidity in the United States, Canada, Europe, Israel, Iran's Lut Desert, and the Persian Gulf. It closes with the Storm Prediction Center severe-weather outlook and a plain-language explanation of ridges, heat domes, the Bermuda High, and 500-millibar geopotential heights. Forecasts are time-sensitive and can change.CHAPTERS00:00 Cold open, cutoff, and AI disclosure01:56 Chicago Area Forecast Discussion18:21 Canadian wildfire smoke26:52 Extreme heat: United States and world29:20 Israel spotlight31:25 Lut Desert: myth versus reality33:53 Persian Gulf humidity36:47 Severe weather from the Storm Prediction Center40:51 Synoptic science: ridges, heat domes, and 500-millibar heights43:24 Recap and sign-offPRIMARY SOURCESNWS Chicago: https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=LOT&issuedby=LOT&product=AFD&format=txt&version=1&glossary=0NWS Green Bay: https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=GRB&issuedby=GRB&product=AFD&format=txt&version=1&glossary=0NWS Marquette: https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=MQT&issuedby=MQT&product=AFD&format=txt&version=1&glossary=0SPC Day 1: https://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/outlook/day1otlk.htmlSPC Day 2: https://www.spc.noaa.gov/products/outlook/day2otlk.htmlIsrael Meteorological Service: https://ims.gov.il/en/WarningsCopernicus Climate Change Service: https://climate.copernicus.eu/intense-heatwave-brings-hottest-june-western-europe-month-ranks-second-warmest-globallyMUSIC"Glass Beads" and "Our Names Engraved" by Blue Dot Sessions, used with separate commercial permission confirmed by the publisher.https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/The_Balloonist/Glass_Beads/https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Blue_Dot_Sessions/Duck_Lake/Our_Names_EngravedThe calm Atlantic-style production bed was created specifically for this episode.AI DISCLOSUREThis episode was produced with artificial-intelligence assistance, including research, drafting, artwork, and narration. Weather information came primarily from official government and meteorological sources at the times stated; a few secondary or commercial observations are clearly labeled in the episode. This program is general information and not a substitute for official warnings.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weather-with-enthusiasm--4911017/support.Weather with Enthusiasm is produced by Kol Simcha Productions.New episodes drop daily (B'N)— a morning forecast at 7 AM and historical deep dives Tuesdays and Thursdays. Contact: kolsimchaproductions@outlook.comHistorical content is thoroughly researched and factually verified. After it has been factually verified it often will say so in the description. Should you find any mistakes, please email kolsimchaproductions@outlook.com so we can look into it and correct it. Not affiliated with any government agency or academic institution. Presented for educational and entertainment purposes — with meaning.Support the show — exclusive bonus episodes available to subscribers for just $2/month at spreaker.com/organization/kol-simchaThis episode includes AI-generated content.

What small improvements could make your private practice easier for prospective clients to find? Are you building referral relationships before you actually need them? Could consistent systems and community networking become your practice's greatest growth strategy? In Week 22 of building Great Lakes Online Counseling, Joe Sanok and assistant Jen focus on laying the groundwork for long-term growth through stronger visibility, streamlined systems, and intentional networking.  

Join Kris and friends as they dive into fun discussions on pop culture, music, trending topics, and everything in between! Whether you're looking for laughs, hot takes, or just something to vibe to, KrisCross Corner has got you covered. —  MORE FROM KRISCROSS CORNER  — Make sure to Join the KrisCross Studios Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/kriscrosscorner/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@kriscrossstudios iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/kriscross-studios/id6449445819    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/21S54f6JNK3mxkVkVgGAxH   

Canadian Wildfire Smoke: A Comprehensive Forecast (July 15, 2026) Timestamp Breakdown:00:00 Introduction: Tracking the Canadian wildfire smoke plume.00:30 Key message: Ground-level impact of smoke and health risks.00:58 Forecast overview: Where the smoke is now, where it's going, and weekend improvement.01:12 The big picture: Weather patterns driving smoke south.01:50 Elevated vs. surface smoke: Understanding the difference in impact.02:16 Understanding PM2.5 and the Canadian Blue Sky Smoke model.02:50 Model limitations and current severe conditions.03:19 Southern Ontario's poor air quality and US plume spread.03:50 Thursday's forecast: Upper Midwest and Great Lakes concerns.04:29 Thursday's forecast: Northeast and Mid-Atlantic impact.05:05 Specific areas highlighted for Thursday's poor air quality.05:36 Friday's forecast: Plume extension and potential for improvement.06:05 Important consideration: Heat and air quality.06:30 Weekend outlook: Chance for improvement with rain and wind.07:05 Smoke forecast confidence beyond 48 hours.07:25 Understanding the United States Air Quality Index (AQI).07:48 AQI categories and their health implications.08:05 Canada's Air Quality Health Index (AQHI).08:25 Actionable steps to reduce smoke exposure.08:50 Indoor air quality tips and respirator use.09:15 Recognizing symptoms of smoke exposure and seeking medical help.09:30 Where to find current air quality information.09:57 Recap of highest risk areas and overall outlook.10:20 Final recommendations: Check AQI and stay weather aware.20 Hashtags:#CanadianWildfires#WildfireSmoke#AirQualityAlert#PM25#GreatLakesSmoke#NortheastSmoke#MidAtlantic#OntarioSmoke#AirNow#EnvironmentalHealth#WeatherForecast#SmokeForecast#PublicHealth#BreathingClean#ClimateChangeImpact#Heatwave#StaySafe#AirQualityIndex#HealthAdvisory#WeatherAwareBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weather-with-enthusiasm--4911017/support.Weather with Enthusiasm is produced by Kol Simcha Productions.New episodes drop daily (B'N)— a morning forecast at 7 AM and historical deep dives Tuesdays and Thursdays. Contact: kolsimchaproductions@outlook.comHistorical content is thoroughly researched and factually verified. After it has been factually verified it often will say so in the description. Should you find any mistakes, please email kolsimchaproductions@outlook.com so we can look into it and correct it. Not affiliated with any government agency or academic institution. Presented for educational and entertainment purposes — with meaning.Support the show — exclusive bonus episodes available to subscribers for just $2/month at spreaker.com/organization/kol-simcha

A dense plume of wildfire smoke from Ontario and northern Minnesota is spreading across the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes today, July 16, 2026.This episode examines Chicago's dangerous air quality and reduced visibility, the cities experiencing the worst smoke, how far south the surface plume may travel, and whether smoke will lower afternoon temperatures. It also explains the difference between elevated and near-surface smoke and provides practical steps for reducing exposure.Conditions are based on information available around 9:20 AM CDT and may change quickly.Check current conditions: https://fire.airnow.gov/Music: “Glass Beads” by Blue Dot Sessions, from The Balloonist. https://www.sessions.blue/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weather-with-enthusiasm--4911017/support.Weather with Enthusiasm is produced by Kol Simcha Productions.New episodes drop daily (B'N)— a morning forecast at 7 AM and historical deep dives Tuesdays and Thursdays. Contact: kolsimchaproductions@outlook.comHistorical content is thoroughly researched and factually verified. After it has been factually verified it often will say so in the description. Should you find any mistakes, please email kolsimchaproductions@outlook.com so we can look into it and correct it. Not affiliated with any government agency or academic institution. Presented for educational and entertainment purposes — with meaning.Support the show — exclusive bonus episodes available to subscribers for just $2/month at spreaker.com/organization/kol-simchaThis episode includes AI-generated content.

Stories on today's show include: -A state climatologist says this week's heat dome and a strengthening low-pressure system have pushed dense wildfire smoke from Canada across the Great Lakes into the Northeast.-U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley says President Trump's decision to temporarily suspend duties on phosphate fertilizer imports from Morocco could provide much-needed relief for American farmers.-The struggling ag economy is leading some producers to explore diversification. -The global crop intelligence lead at Earth Daily says more farmers are using precision ag technology to make better crop management decisions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Circle August 4th on your calendar: Michigan is now the number one marquee primary matchup I'm watching. Mallory McMorrow is out of the race as of a couple of weeks ago, and what's left is a head-to-head contest between the Democratic establishment — or at least what's left of it — and the insurgent progressive movement. Yes, friends, it's Haley Stevens versus Abdul El-Sayed, and it's set to be a knockout fight.This really represents the first live test for the current Democratic Party. Can the progressive movement, with a more charismatic candidate and a high-energy, extraordinarily competent campaign, expand its coalition enough to win statewide? Or will it do what it's done in the past — hit a ceiling when the opposition consolidates?There's only one new clean head-to-head test: a Tavern Research survey from July 6th through July 7th of 2,211 likely Democratic primary voters. It found Haley Stevens at 42%, El-Sayed at 41%, with 17 to 18% undecided. That's a margin-of-error race, but it's the first time in a very long time that we've seen Haley Stevens up over Abdul. The same poll tested the old three-person field and found El-Sayed at 41%, Stevens at 38%, and the flagging McMorrow at five. In other words, when McMorrow disappears, the voters are forced into a binary choice, and they're making it more on the Stevens side than the El-Sayed side. But still: tight, tight, tight, tight, tight.Politics Politics Politics is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Because we live in reboot culture, this is essentially — coalitionally, at least — Bernie Sanders versus Hillary Clinton for a new generation. The Stevens coalition is exactly like Hill-dogs: older voters, Black voters, traditional self-identified Democrats, non-college voters, and on the Michigan side, Metro Detroit — particularly Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne counties. What's powering Stevens is Black voters. She's led El-Sayed consistently in almost every poll. Meanwhile, Abdul's coalition is younger voters, very liberal and progressive voters, college-educated voters, voters outside Metro Detroit, Democratic Socialists, Arab Americans, and Muslim organizing networks. He also has significant labor support, including the UAW endorsement, despite most UAW members being non-college educated, which would normally fall outside his coalition. A very strange world we live in.The one demographic that's going to decide this race is women. They're the biggest disputed demo in every poll we've seen. An April Glenn Gariff poll showed Stevens leading among women 29% to 17%. But in a June Mitchell poll, the exact opposite was demonstrated: El-Sayed led with women 51% to Stevens's 35%. So as we look at the rest of the polls from now until Election Day, keep an eye on the ladies. They're the majority of the likely Democratic primary electorate. If Stevens can consolidate older and Black women while also inheriting McMorrow's suburban women, she can win. But if El-Sayed's progressive and younger female support holds, his coalition may be large enough to break through.Which brings me to the latest front of this war. I don't know if it's being done to court women, I don't know if it's being done specifically on purpose, but the results are undeniable: El-Sayed and Stevens are in an out-and-out shooting match to be more cringe. For Haley Stevens, this isn't something she has to worry about. She's naturally gifted in this regard. She's awkward, she has a thick Great Lakes accent, and she speaks in this clipped, emphatic manner. On one hand, she is herself. She feels less like a polished Washington candidate and more like somebody who wandered out of a Detroiters sketch. Abdul El-Sayed has the opposite problem. He's clearly a charismatic, compassionate candidate, a strong communicator, and an aggressive counterpuncher. But if you're running against him, your job is to make El-Sayed scare the hos. I think his campaign has found a solution: make himself toe-cringingly embarrassing. My read — and this is analysis, not something the campaign has admitted — is that cringe is a form of inoculation against being defined as scary. If you're embarrassing, you can't be terrifying.So who's going to win? I'm an old-school guy. I tend to bet chalk unless I'm convinced otherwise. And while I very much believe El-Sayed has the better campaign, and I think he's the better candidate if we're just looking at raw talent, I'd still bet the Michigan coalition that usually wins. Haley Stevens is a suboptimal candidate, and I've counted her out at every step of this race. I thought McMorrow was going to win. That obviously didn't happen. So don't take my prediction for a whole lot. But Stevens doesn't really have to do anything but be her cringy self to get over the line. Meanwhile, waiting on the other side, smiling like the butcher's dog, is Mike Rogers. He nearly beat Elissa Slotkin in 2024, losing by only 18 to 20,000 votes, about 0.3%. This is supposed to be more of a blue-wave year, but Rogers is going to benefit from a fractured leftward coalition. After Stevens and El-Sayed spend weeks beating the hell out of each other, the question is whether the losing half comes home. If they don't, Rogers benefits.Chapters00:00:00 - Intro00:03:01 - Michigan Preview00:14:58 - Update00:22:04 - Trump's Upcoming Address00:25:40 - Reconciliation00:29:36 - Inflation00:32:37 - Interview with Bill Scher01:20:01 - Wrap-up This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.politicspoliticspolitics.com/subscribe

The vast majority of brewers we talk to for this podcast—and for the magazine—start out as homebrewers. And anyone who's listened to more than a few episodes knows how common it is to hear about how an influential brewer's journey started with a simple extract-based brewing kit. Making it easy for people to brew and enjoy beer at home is an important part of the craft-beer story—that's where the story begins for so many—and that's what this special episode produced in partnership with Pinter is about. Those old-school kits serve a purpose, but today there's a better way to open the brewing door for the next generation of enthusiasts. That's where Pinter comes in: The partnerships they've built allow fledgling homebrewers to make familiar recipes from breweries such as Lagunitas, Great Lakes, Chicago's Hopewell, Adnams in England, and more, thus creating even more connections between drinking craft and making craft. Executive editor (and our resident homebrewer) Joe Stange hosts this episode. Joe received a unit and brewed a test batch of Pinter's Lagunitas Sumpin' Easy recipe on it to get a feel; he was impressed with the results. Through the episode, Joe, Pinter U.S. CEO Paul Benner, and Pinter head brewer Will Kirkham discuss the need for pathways into brewing along with functional insights and ways that professional brewers can work with Pinter to build a more active customer experience.

Rafe looks into the question of Whatever happened to all the land that France used to hold in North America?In 1750, France held massive quantities of land in what is now the USA and Canada.  From the Gulf to the Great Lakes, from the Appalacians to the Rockies, and from throughout the St Lawrence River, the French flag had laid claim to approximately a third of North America.  And less than 35 years later, it was all gone.  And then Napolean got back a good swath of in in 1803 but then sold it to the USA for $15,000,000 just three weeks later.Where did it go?#newfrance #quebec #colonialamerica #bufnagle #frenchandindianwars #greatbritain #iriquois #stlawrenceriver #louisianapurchase #itisyoursifyoucankeepit*****As always, you can reach the Buf at bufnagle@bufnagle.com*****As you know, this is an independent podcast so your hosts also carry all the expenses of running this podcast.  As such, some of you have asked how you can help out.  Well, here's the answer: support us on Buy Me a Coffee:https://buymeacoffee.com/bufnagleOn this page, you can do a really nice thing like send us a couple dollars to help cover the cost of recording and hosting and microphones and research and all that.  Any little bit really helps!  Thank you in advance!!!

For years, Ron Winter has been one of the most trusted field testers behind Fish Hawk Electronics products. While he's best known for chasing landlocked salmon on Lake Champlain and king salmon on Lake Ontario, what really sets Ron apart is his meticulous approach to fishing. Every trip is built around data, observation, and constant learning. In Episode 289 of the Great Lakes Fishing Podcast, Ron joins host Chris Larsen to discuss his experience testing the new Fish Hawk TD Connect, why detailed temperature profiles can completely change the way you fish, and how understanding the thermocline helps anglers consistently put more fish in the boat. Ron also shares his philosophy on keeping fishing records, measuring diver running depths, identifying productive water, and learning from charter captains without ever getting in their way. Whether you're a weekend angler or someone who fishes tournaments, this episode is packed with practical advice you can apply on your very next trip. Plus, Ron talks about building one of the most respected YouTube channels in the Great Lakes fishing community, his favorite salmon tactics, and the simple lessons he's learned after decades on the water. In this episode: Why Ron Winter became one of Fish Hawk's most trusted product testers First impressions of the Fish Hawk TD Connect How to use temperature profiles to locate productive water Measuring diver running depths and long-line presentations Understanding the thermocline on Lake Ontario and Lake Champlain Why successful anglers keep detailed fishing logs How recreational anglers can learn from charter captains Ron's favorite salmon tactics, lures, and gear Rapid-fire fishing questions, bucket-list destinations, and more Whether you troll Lake Ontario, fish the Finger Lakes, chase landlocked salmon on Lake Champlain, or simply want to become a more efficient angler, this conversation with Ron Winter is full of insights that will help you fish smarter, not harder.

We wrapped up the hour talking with Joseph Garrett, who is the Director of Basketball Operations for the new "Great Lakes Royals" Basketball team. They've just partnered with the Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort so they can bring Professional Basketball to Mid-Michigan - so Joe talked about the family friendly atmosphere they'll be bringing, talked about community involvement, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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July 13, 2026 ~ Mike Bouchard, Oakland County Sheriff discusses the shooting at Great Lakes Crossing over the weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

July 13, 2026 ~ Mike Bouchard, Oakland County Sheriff, joins Kevin Dietz to discuss the shooting that occurred at Great Lakes Crossing over the weekend and provides the latest information on the investigation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Determine if Lake Huron ranks in the top five of biggest freshwater lakes around the world. Learn what the French originally called Lake Huron. Explore which area of Lake Huron is known to be Shipwreck Alley. Get an in depth analysis behind a weather event which occurred early November 1913 that heavily impacted Lake Huron including three other Great Lakes, but yet spared just one. Discover just how profound the loss of life was per this deadly storm including impact felt by shipping. Explore what disadvantages the U.S. Weather Bureau Service faced around 1913 following those improvements that arose following storms aftermath. Get introduced to SS Asia including her original functioning purpose and how she evolved over time into performing dual roles. Determine SS Asia's length along with her licensed capacity behind transporting passengers. Learn what took place come midnight September 13, 1882, involving SS Asia along with the exact number of passengers whom boarded the ship. Figure out just how many lifeboats were placed onboard Asia. Get introduced to 18 Year Old Christie Ann Morrison including 17 Year Old Duncan Tinkis. Determine if these two young people managed to make it into the same lifeboat while the ferocious waves were coming from all corners. Learn what Christie did for survival purposes shortly after SS Asia went down. Receive a report of what happened on September 15 involving these two young people. Explore what happened in the form of a miracle come early morning September 16. Agree if Christie Ann Morrison and Duncan Tinkis ended up becoming the only two survivors onboard SS Asia. Discover what major reforms went into place after Asia's sinking while digging deeper into the ship's past history. Learn what became of Christie Ann Morrison and Duncan Tinkis in the years after SS Asia sinking. Determine where wreck of SS Asia stands per worst shipwrecks along Great Lakes Waters and whether the wreck has been found. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's show looks at robots in the auto industry, smart manufacturing, a call to ban killer robots, and news from the Great Lakes. Plus, Cindy talks with Jon Isenberg from Calysto Group about AI, and smart cyber security practices.

In this episode of the Mastering Rod Building Podcast, Bill Falconer talks with Roger Hinchcliff of Lamiglas and the Steelhead Manifesto about steelhead fishing, Lamiglas rods, and what rod builders need to know when building technique-specific steelhead rods.Roger shares how he got started fishing as a kid in Michigan, spending countless hours on the Huron River catching bait, reading water, and learning to fish for everything from bluegill and smallmouth to walleye, pike, and eventually steelhead.Bill and Roger discuss Roger's background in the fishing industry, including founding Steelhead Manifesto, building a large online following, winning River Angler of the Year in 2013, and his long career with Lamiglas, where he now serves as vice president.The conversation covers the differences between Great Lakes and West Coast steelhead fishing, including drift fishing, back bouncing, float fishing, centerpin rods, spoon rods, spinner rods, leader sizes, reel choices, and why steelhead rod length, power, action, and guide size should always match the technique and water.Roger also explains cold-weather steelhead fishing, including why larger guides help with ice, how anglers manage braid and mono in freezing conditions, and why sensitivity and line control are so important when fishing light leaders for powerful fish.The episode also goes into steelhead behavior, fish memory, color selection, fishing pressure, and why anglers should carry multiple presentations instead of relying on one bait or one technique.The episode also includes details on the 2026 Mastering Rod Building Seminar, happening August 14–16 at the Orange Beach Event Center at The Wharf in Orange Beach, Alabama. For more information, email Jack Barron at jbarron@anglersresource.net or call 251-943-4491.Mastering Rod Building is brought to you by Anglers Resource — your source for genuine Fuji Tackle components.Where to buy genuine FUJI®️ rod components (Area Distributors)Japan: FIRST Corporation — https://first-fuji.co.jp/ • mail@first-fuji.co.jpAmerican Continent (North & South America): Anglers Resource — https://anglersresource.net/ • info@anglersresource.netOceania: Frogleys Offshore — https://fujitackle.com.au • enquiries@frogleysoffshore.com.auSpain/Czech/Finland/Sweden/Estonia/Latvia/Poland/Denmark/Belgium/Germany/Netherlands/Ireland/Luxembourg/France/Portugal/UK/Norway/Belarus/Ukraine/Russia:: CALICO S.A. (Kalikunnan) — https://kalikunnan.com/ • fuji@calico.esEurope: MAJORA Intelligent Fishing (FUJI Tackle Italy) — https://www.fujitackle.it • info@fujitackle.itAsia: KOWA Company, Ltd. — fujitackle@kowa.co.jp

For a brief moment in the 1990s, Lake Champlain was known as the sixth Great Lake. The lake wedged between Vermont and New York doesn't quite measure up to the five Great Lakes. So how did this happen? Curious City partners with the Points North podcast from Interlochen Public Radio to bring you the story.

On this episode of Destination on the Left, I talk with Chris Temple, Director of Communications at Visit Erie. Chris shares how Visit Erie has transformed its destination brand through an extensive research-driven process, positioning Erie as a four-season destination built around authentic experiences, outdoor recreation, and the lifestyle of the Great Lakes. We also discuss how strategic partnerships, community engagement, and thoughtful destination development are helping Erie build momentum while creating lasting benefits for residents and visitors alike. What You Will Learn in This Episode: How Visit Erie approached a research-based destination rebrand that aligned with visitor expectations and community assets Why authentic storytelling and a clearly defined brand voice help destinations stand out in a competitive marketplace How Visit Erie creatively responded to the challenges of the pandemic by supporting local businesses and launching Erie Restaurant Week What major Bayfront redevelopment projects mean for Erie's future as a visitor destination and community gathering place How collaboration with other destination organizations strengthens media relations, marketing efforts, and shared success Why engaging local residents and content creators has become an important part of modern destination marketing How destination organizations continue to evolve by balancing visitor attraction with community quality of life Building a Brand That Reflects the Good Life Rather than simply creating a new logo or tagline, Visit Erie invested eighteen months in a comprehensive branding process grounded in research, stakeholder engagement, and visitor insights. Chris explains how the organization evaluated its existing positioning, identified its strongest assets, and developed messaging that reflects both the experiences travelers seek and the authentic character of the destination. The result is the "Good Life, Great Lake" brand, which captures Erie's unique identity as a place where visitors can slow down, reconnect with nature, and experience the rhythm of life along Lake Erie. Chris shares how developing a consistent brand voice has helped Visit Erie focus on what truly differentiates the destination instead of trying to appeal to everyone. Turning Challenges into Lasting Opportunities Like destinations across the country, Visit Erie faced unprecedented challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. Chris reflects on how the organization quickly shifted its focus from attracting visitors to supporting local tourism businesses and encouraging residents to reconnect with the outdoor experiences available in their own backyard. One of the most successful initiatives to emerge from that difficult period was Erie Restaurant Week. What began as a creative response to support local restaurants during a challenging time has grown into a signature annual event that continues to expand each year. Chris shares how moments of adversity can become catalysts for innovation when organizations remain focused on serving both their partners and their communities. Collaboration as the Foundation for Destination Growth Throughout the conversation, Chris emphasizes that destination success is built through collaboration. From Visit Erie's long-standing involvement with the Mid-Atlantic Tourism Public Relations Alliance to partnerships that connect multiple destinations along travelers' journeys, he demonstrates how collaboration creates stronger visitor experiences while helping destinations learn from one another. Chris also discusses how Visit Erie's role within the community continues to evolve. New initiatives like the Local Creator Program invite residents to help tell Erie's story through their own perspectives, creating authentic content that resonates with both visitors and locals. Combined with the ongoing transformation of Erie's Bayfront, these efforts illustrate how destination organizations can strengthen community pride while building sustainable tourism for the future. Resources: Website: VisitErie.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-temple-47223b7/

Every soybean grower knows about low market prices. If you're a farmer sitting on the Wisconsin Soybean Marketing Board, those challenges turn into difficult decisions about where to invest checkoff dollars for the future. Pam Jahnke sits down with WI Soybean Marketing Board Vice President, Matt Wagenson. Wagenson farms near Bear Creek, managing just over 1,000 crop acres plus a beef operation. Now in his 12th year serving as a board member for Wisconsin soybean growers, Wagenson says he's got a more complete picture on how checkoff invested dollars are repaying growers today. It takes time, and that's one thing he stresses when talking with other growers. "The most exciting things I've seen in the past two years for us, other than research, is what Delong's doing in Milwaukee," Wagenson says. "Getting the Great Lakes going. Start cranking stuff out of the Great Lakes out of the St. Lawrence Seaway." Wagenson says Wisconsin soybeans can now get to Africa and the EU faster than almost any state. That's one of the stories he shares when growers ask about where their investments are going. Wagenson says while the WI Soybean Marketing Board cannot invest in physical structures, they can support generating information that helps companies and businesses make decisions about those investment. Find out more about how your soybean checkoff dollars are being spent in Wisconsin!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who should you network with depending on your ideal client base? Should you have a "meet the team" tab on the website? What criteria should you use for choosing your EHR? In this update on building Great Lakes Online Counseling, Joe Sanok and Jen share the latest progress as the practice prepares to welcome its first clients. While growth has slowed slightly in recent weeks, they focus on refining the client experience, strengthening the practice's brand, and planning strategic networking efforts. A major milestone is that Rachel, the practice's first clinician, is now fully onboarded and ready to begin seeing clients. With her availability added to the calendar, prospective clients can start booking appointments through the practice.  

A teen band in western New York is destined for greatness. Then cracks begin to form, starting with an unwelcome surprise from Lake Erie._______________________If you enjoy this episode, please text it to a friend! Help us get Points North out to more ears...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.

U.S. families expect to spend more than $900 on back-to-school shopping this year, according to one PwC survey. Big box retailers have taken advantage of anxiety about higher costs by pushing school supplies earlier than ever. In this episode, how consumer mood correlates to consumer spending. Plus: Holiday weekend heat strains electric grids, Boeing and Airbus aircraft demand persists, and algae can make or break Great Lakes summer tourism.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Read the stories in today's episode: Anxiety is driving some of our early back-to-school shoppingChicago Fed launches a new consumer sentiment composite indexWeekend heat wave tests the country's power gridWhat's behind the massive appetite for new Boeing and Airbus planesHow the algae in Lake Erie can make or break the Great Lakes economyHow homeownership turned an HR professional into a plant entrepreneur

U.S. families expect to spend more than $900 on back-to-school shopping this year, according to one PwC survey. Big box retailers have taken advantage of anxiety about higher costs by pushing school supplies earlier than ever. In this episode, how consumer mood correlates to consumer spending. Plus: Holiday weekend heat strains electric grids, Boeing and Airbus aircraft demand persists, and algae can make or break Great Lakes summer tourism.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Read the stories in today's episode: Anxiety is driving some of our early back-to-school shoppingChicago Fed launches a new consumer sentiment composite indexWeekend heat wave tests the country's power gridWhat's behind the massive appetite for new Boeing and Airbus planesHow the algae in Lake Erie can make or break the Great Lakes economyHow homeownership turned an HR professional into a plant entrepreneur

It is the deepest lake in the world, the oldest lake in the world, and it holds more freshwater than all five of the Great Lakes combined.  Hidden in Siberia, Lake Baikal is a place where geology, evolution, history, and myth all come together.  It has its own seal species, its own unique ecosystem, and a story that stretches back millions of years.  Learn more about Lake Baikal, one of the greatest natural wonders on Earth, on this episode of Everything Everywhere Daily. Shop the store at Shop.Everything-Everywhere.com Sponsors Hexclad Get 10% off your order at hexclad.com/DAILY Mint Mobile Save 50% on Unlimited premium wireless plans starting at $15/month at MintMobile.com/EED Quince Go to quince.com/daily for 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! DripDrop Go to dripdrop.com and use promo code EVERYTHING for 20% off your first order! Subscribe to the podcast!  https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast/ -------------------------------- Executive Producer: Charles Daniel Associate Producers: Austin Oetken & Cameron Kieffer   Become a supporter on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/everythingeverywhere Discord Server: https://discord.gg/Ds7Rx7jvPJ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everythingeverywhere/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/everythingeverywheredaily Twitter: https://twitter.com/everywheretrip Website: https://everything-everywhere.com/  Disce aliquid novi cotidie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode (481) of F-Stop Collaborate and Listen, Garrett Hess, a colorblind photographer from Erie, Pennsylvania, talks with Matt Payne about building a creative practice centered around photographing the Great Lakes region, an area often overlooked by landscape photographers. They discuss how embracing local landscapes, weather extremes, and personal limitations like color vision deficiency can foster growth, uniqueness, and deeper connections to subject matter. Garrett Hess shares strategies for keeping local photography exciting, including studying microclimates, developing personal projects, and building a creative network. The conversation touches on the challenges of curating work for exhibitions, the emotional journey of making art close to home, and reframing one's relationship with the often-uninspiring places they live. Links Mentioned This Week: Muench Workshops Giveaway Garrett Hess Support the show on Patreon NLPA The Colorado Way book Muench Workshops Jonathan Buford Kyle McDougall YouTube Channel Tobias Yoder Photography Joshua Wallace Photography

This week, we're sharing two segments on the episode. Prairieland Federal Sentencing Updates First up, two members of the DFW Support Committee return to give a rundown of the sentencing in that case with people receiving decades in relation to a noise demonstration in support of detainees at the Prairieland ICE Detention facility on July 4th of 2025. This case, framed in terms of Trump's State Dept declaration of Antifa as a terrorist organization and his NSPM-7 memo titled "Countering Domestic Terrorism and Organized Political Violence" declaring the intention to prosecute those motivated to violence by views of "anti-Americanism, anti-capitalism, and anti-Christianity; support for the overthrow of the United States Government; extremism on migration, race, and gender; and hostility towards those who hold traditional American views on family, religion, and morality." DFW Transcript DFW PDF (Unimposed) DFW Zine (Imposed PDF) Links Prairieland Defendant Solidarity: https://prairielanddefendants.com Solidarity with Des Revol: https://freedes.net/ Past episodes about this case: https://thefinalstrawradio.noblogs.org/post/category/prairieland-case/ A chat on the impacts of the terrorism designation on antifascist organizing in Germany: https://thefinalstrawradio.noblogs.org/post/2026/04/05/abc-dresden-on-debanking-and-us-anti-antifascist-pressure/ The Spokane 3 case: https://spokane3support.com/timeline-key-facts-and-events Recent interviews on the DAMN Minneapolis Indictments on It Could Happen Here, the Outlaw Podcast and Live Like The World is Dying Great Lakes Anti-Flock action Then you'll hear a guest speak about a recent court case involving two individuals in the Great Lakes region who took action against flock surveillance cameras. You'll hear some insights into the sorts of evidence presented, the defendants experiences of incarceration and how you can send support their way as they do their bid. GLAF Transcript GLAF PDF (Unimposed) GLAF Zine (Imposed PDF) You can send funds to support them at @deez_zines on venmo. If you donate $20 or more to the fundraiser, send proof of donation and an address to deez_zines@tutamail.com and you'll be sent a thank you gift from the support team. . … . .. Featured Track: TFSR by The Willows Whisper

Game Day Weather: Impact Field, Rosemont, ILChicago Dogs vs. Winnipeg Goldeyes — Sunday, July 5, 2026 | First Pitch 3:00 PM CDTA complete meteorological breakdown of weather conditions for today's game.=== THE STADIUM ===Impact Field | 9850 Balmoral Ave, Rosemont, IL 60018Coordinates: 41.983°N, 87.874°W | ~12 miles NW of downtown Chicago=== WEATHER SUMMARY ===NWS Chicago AFD issued 12:23 PM CDT, forecaster Yack.Pattern: Baggy shortwave trough over western Great Lakes. Broad surface low over southern Lake Michigan. Very saturated low levels — dew points near 68°F (tropical threshold). IFR fog and low stratus through midday.KEY FINDING FOR ROSEMONT: Primary storm axis is near/south of the Kankakee River Valley (30-40% chance), and as a precaution north to I-80 (20-25%). Rosemont sits 20+ miles north of I-80 — in the favored DRY zone.At First Pitch (3 PM CDT):- Temperature: ~75-78°F- Dew Point: ~68°F (humid but comfortable with lake breeze)- Sky: Mostly cloudy- Wind: NNE 10-15 mph gusts to 20 mph- Precipitation Probability (Rosemont): ~20%- Severe Threat: Virtually ZERO (limited wind shear, weak instability)=== NWS TERMS EXPLAINED IN THIS EPISODE ===- Baggy shortwave trough: Diffuse, spread-out dip in the jet stream — not a focused punch- Shortwave trough: Small-scale dip in the jet stream driving rising air and weather- Surface low: Low pressure at ground level drawing air inward and upward- Very saturated low levels: Air near the surface is soaked with moisture (dew point 68°F)- Wind shear: How wind speed/direction changes with altitude — limited today = brief pulse storms only- Instability: Atmospheric fuel for thunderstorm updrafts — much weaker than heat dome days- GFS, NAM, HREF, NBM: Weather models used to generate forecast guidance- Ensemble spread: Range of solutions across multiple model runs=== IMPACT FIELD DRAINAGE — THE SECRET WEAPON ===Built in 2018 with one of the best drainage systems in minor league baseball.Can absorb 1 inch of rain (64,000 gallons) and return to playable condition in 20-25 minutes.Source: Daily Herald, 2017 pre-opening report.=== RAIN-OUT CRITERIA (American Association / Impact Field) ===Per Chicago Dogs official policy: Games will NOT be postponed before start time except in extreme circumstances.American Association umpires determine delays/postponements once game begins.Actual stoppage triggers: Standing water ≥1/4 inch in batter's box/pitcher's rubber zone, field saturation preventing cleat grip, visibility below 500 feet, OR lightning within 8 miles.Official game: 5 innings completed (4.5 if home team leads).No game: Fewer than 5 innings, cannot resume — must be replayed.=== VERDICT ===Rain-out probability at Impact Field: LOW.- Rosemont is 20+ miles north of the primary storm zone- Severe threat: Virtually zero- ~20% POP in the NWS hourly forecast (8 in 10 scenarios = no rain during game)- If a brief shower does clip the stadium, drainage allows resumption in ~25 min- Lightning within 8 miles is the most likely cause of any delay — and the storm track argues against itRECOMMENDATION: Go to the game. Bring a light rain jacket. Bring sunscreen. Wear comfortable shoes.=== SOURCES ===- NWS Chicago AFD: https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=LOT&issuedby=LOT&product=AFD- NWS Hourly Forecast (Rosemont): https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?CityName=Rosemont&state=IL&site=LOT&textField1=41.9836&textField2=-87.8742&FcstType=digital- Chicago Dogs Rain Policy: https://thechicagodogs.com/explore-impact/policies/- Impact Field Drainage: Daily Herald, September 2017- CBS Chicago morning forecast: https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/chicago-weather-first-alert-weather/Tags: weather, Chicago Dogs, Impact Field, Rosemont, game day forecast, rain delay, baseball weather, NWS ChicagoBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weather-with-enthusiasm--4911017/support.Weather with Enthusiasm is produced by Kol Simcha Productions.New episodes drop daily (B'N)— a morning forecast at 7 AM and historical deep dives Tuesdays and Thursdays. Contact: kolsimchaproductions@outlook.comHistorical content is thoroughly researched and factually verified. After it has been factually verified it often will say so in the description. Should you find any mistakes, please email kolsimchaproductions@outlook.com so we can look into it and correct it. Not affiliated with any government agency or academic institution. Presented for educational and entertainment purposes — with meaning.Support the show — exclusive bonus episodes available to subscribers for just $2/month at spreaker.com/organization/kol-simcha

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In the grand scheme of things, Lyme disease is a fairly new scientific discovery. It was first traced back to ticks in the late 70s and early 80s. The tick-borne illness can cause a rash, fever, pain, neurological complications, and even facial paralysis. It's spread by only two of the nearly 50 species of ticks in the United States. Historically, most Lyme cases were limited to a small region, including the Great Lakes area and northeastern US. But thanks to changing temperatures, animal migration and shifts in land use, scientists say tick territory is expanding. So what does that mean for Lyme disease risk? And do you have to be worried about it in your own backyard?Interested in more episodes about pests and parasites? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. It includes perks like bonus episodes, early access, archive access, curated playlists and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

This episode, we're stepping back to the golden age of natural history podcasting by resurrecting the format of the classic show Wild Ideas: The Podcast. Joining us on the trail is one of the OG hosts: the man himself, Gordon Maupin. It's a 3-way team-up where each of us brings a heavy-hitting seasonal mystery to the table.First, Steve unravels the rule-breaking world of the Ambystoma polyploid salamander complex, where unisexual lineages are mixing up DNA from different species and blurring the lines of what makes a species a species. Then, Gordon shrinks things down to look at the world of duckweed ecology, a group that includes the smallest flowering plants in the world. Finally, Bill turns our eyes to the skies over the marsh to pull back the curtain on dragonfly migration, looking into the recent science that shows some dragonfly species are multi-generational continental travelers (as well as badass predators).Come listen in as Gordon and the guys answer the question, “What's going on outside?” (Wild Ideas fans, that's for you)This episode was reecorded at the Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge in Alabama, NY on May 13, 2026.Episode LinksCheck out the Iroquois National Wildlife Refige and their Bald Eagle Cam.Here's the New York Times article about 7 Podcasts About the Joys of Bird Watching that includes a mention of our show.Episode NotesGetting The Great Egret's Latin Name RightDuring a quick aside this episode, Gordon spotted a Great Egret and Steve tried to recall its scientific name, tentatively going with Erodea alba. He wasn't entirely wrong! The correct name is Ardea alba.While alba means "white," Ardea is Latin for "heron." It also ties back to the ancient myth by everyone's favorite Roman poet Ovid, who wrote about a bird rising directly from the ashes of the burned city of Ardea. What's the Deal With Axolotls?We wondered if the axolotl is in the same genus as the Jefferson and blue spotted salamander (Ambystoma) and yes they are!Species: A. mexicanum (Axolotl) Unlike most members of Ambystomatidae—which typically metamorphose into terrestrial adults—the axolotl exhibits a trait called neoteny (or paedomorphosis). This is where an organism retains juvenile or larval traits into adulthood. Axolotls retains its aquatic, larval features (like its signature feathery external gills) into adulthood and spends its entire life in the water Bill's Hard Claim on ID'ing Jefferson Salamanders Bill said there is no way we could tell if it was a Jefferson salamander: is that true? Bill was basically right if we're talking about visually confirming a female-looking salamander in a blue-spotted/Jefferson overlap zone. Many unisexual individuals cannot be confidently identified by sight, and genetic testing is the clean answer. But during the breeding season, a male with a swollen cloaca is not part of the all-female unisexual lineage, so that can help narrow things down. So, a male in breeding condition can sometimes be identified much more confidently than a female/unisexual-looking animal, but you need to have serious knowledge about species location, morphology, and breeding-season characteristics. The Jefferson Complex vs. the Bigger Unisexual Salamander SituationDuring the episode, Bill had a “wait, what are we even talking about?” moment while Steve was explaining the huge all-female/unisexual Ambystoma salamander lineage.Steve was talking about the big-picture version: a bizarre evolutionary group that can involve genomes from several mole salamander species, including Blue-spotted, Jefferson, Small-mouthed, Streamside, and Tiger Salamanders.Bill, though, was thinking what we hear more about in the Northeast and Great Lakes region: the “Jefferson complex,” or the Blue-spotted/Jefferson Salamander mess. Around here, that usually means you can't usually ID a Jefferson Salamanders or a Blue-spotted Salamander down to species because the sally in front of you may belong to the all-female, polyploid lineage that can't be confidently sorted out just by looking at them.So Bill's question was basically: “Hold on. Is this identification nightmare only a Jefferson/Blue-spotted thing, or does it happen with the other species too?”And the answer is: yep. It can happen with the others too.The narrower Jefferson complex usually refers to the Blue-spotted/Jefferson part of the story, especially in places where those are the main overlapping species. But when scientists zoom out and include the other players (Small-mouthed, Streamside, and Eastern Tiger Salamanders) they usually refer to the whole thing as the unisexual Ambystoma lineage.So the practical field takeaway is this: in places where these species overlap, a female-looking Ambystoma salamander may be impossible to identify with confidence by appearance alone. Even experts may only be making an educated guess unless they use genetic testing. Measuring red blood cell size can help estimate ploidy (basically, whether the animal has extra chromosome sets) but DNA testing is the real way to know which genomes are actually in there. Is Duckweed the Smallest Flowering Plant? Yes, but specifically a microscopic type of it. The world's smallest flowering plants belong to the genus Wolffia - Often referred to as "rootless duckweed" or "watermeal," they are the tiniest members of the duckweed family (Lemnaceae) Individual Wolffia plants are usually less than 1 mm long, roughly the size of a pinhead or cornmeal, and the flowers are correspondingly microscopic.Unlike standard duckweed (Lemna), Wolffia plants do not have roots and appear simply as tiny floating green spheres or oval seeds.The plant produces the world's smallest flower, which forms in a tiny depression on the plant's top surface.Because they are so small and have highly efficient asexual budding, they can easily cover a pond in dense mats before you ever notice an individual plant. Can be found across temperate and tropical regions of North, Central, and South America Correction: Ed Yong's An Immense World (UV, not Infrared)During the episode, Bill mentioned Ed Yong's phenomenal book, An Immense World, and noted that researchers are increasingly discovering how many animals can see in the infrared spectrum. His memory slipped slightly on this one! Yong actually discusses the growing scientific realization that many animals see in the ultraviolet (UV) spectrum, not infrared. (Though as you'll see below, dragonflies do have a few tricks up their sleeves on the other end of the spectrum). Gordon's Question: Infrared Vision & Dragonfly MatingBill's misremembering of what was in An Immense World was prompted by Gordon asking a fantastic question during the recording: Can dragonflies see in the infrared spectrum, and if they can, are they using it to navigate during migration?First, a quick clarification: when most of us hear “infrared,” we immediately picture thermal imaging — animals glowing in the dark, Predator vision, that whole thing. That is not what we're talking about here. Dragonflies do not appear to see heat signatures.What they may be able to see is near-infrared — light just beyond the deepest red wavelengths visible to humans. Near-infrared is not heat vision. It is more like an invisible extension of red.According to a recent study published in January 2026 by researchers in Osaka, Japan, some dragonfly species have visual pigments that are sensitive to extremely long red wavelengths, possibly reaching into the near-infrared edge of the spectrum. That alone is pretty wild. But the discovery also highlights a striking example of parallel evolution between insects and primates. Millions of years ago, the ancestors of humans and other primates evolved molecular changes that helped produce red-sensitive vision. This new research suggests that some dragonflies may have independently evolved a similar molecular tuning mechanism for detecting red light. However, while primate red vision operates within the visible spectrum, some dragonflies appear to have pushed that sensitivity even farther, toward the boundary between deep red and near-infrared.So what are they doing with this ability? Probably not navigating migration, at least as far as we know.The better-supported idea is that this long-wavelength vision helps dragonflies identify mates quickly in flight. Male and female dragonflies can reflect red and near-infrared light differently, especially against green vegetation. So for an animal making split-second decisions while zipping around at high speed, that extra visual contrast could be a big deal. So to answer Gordon's question, dragonflies may be seeing farther into the red/near-infrared edge of the spectrum than we can, but based on what researchers currently know, they're probably using that ability for rapid sex recognition, not long-distance navigation. It's more of a high-speed dragonfly dating filter than infrared GPS.The Missing Piece: Visual Cues and "Leading Lines" in MigrationOne big element Bill neglected to mention in covering how dragonfies navigate during migration is the VISUAL piece – that they also use what they're seeing! That is a crucial piece of the puzzle. Dragonflies are also extremely visual animals. Those huge compound eyes are not just for decoration. So, what they're seeing is likely a key piece in their migration toolbox. Migrating dragonflies are often observed moving along major landscape features: coastlines, mountain ridges, river valleys, and other long, continuous edges. Biologists sometimes refer to these kinds of features as leading lines, because they can help guide or funnel migrating animals across the landscape.That doesn't mean a dragonfly is looking down and thinking, “Ah yes, the Susquehanna River. I'll take this south.” But these landscape features can still matter in several ways.Coastlines can keep migrants from drifting too far over open water, which is risky for an insect that eventually needs to land, rest, and feed.Mountain ridges and long hillsides can create useful air currents and updrafts, allowing dragonflies to ride favorable winds and conserve energy.River corridors can provide both a visual pathway and good stopover habitat, with water, vegetation, and plenty of small flying insects to eat when they need to refuel.The overall migration story for dragonflies probably isn't “dragonflies have one magic compass.” It's more like they are combining a bunch of cues at once: the visual structure of the landscape below them, as well as the elements covered during the episode. Steve's Questions: Resident vs. Migratory Green Darners & The Thermal Genetic SwitchDuring the episode, Steve asked two really good questions about Common Green Darners: if some are migratory and some are resident, how do they know which group to mate with? And could temperature be the thing that nudges a young darner down one path or the other?The first answer is surprisingly simple: they probably don't know, and they probably don't care.For a long time, researchers assumed these groups were reproductively isolated, believing residents emerged and died before the migratory cohort reached adulthood, but modern research has overturned this idea. According to a comprehensive review by Michael L. May and John H. Matthews, adult flight periods absolutely overlap in mid-summer, and genetic testing reveals zero genetic differentiation between the groups. The entire continental population belongs to a single, randomly mating gene pool. So when a Common Green Darner is ready to mate, it is probably not checking whether the other darner is from the “resident” or “migratory” team. It is just mating with another mature Common Green Darner in the same airspace. Very romantic. Very dragonfly.Steve's second question gets at something even more interesting: what makes one generation migrate while another stays put?This is where temperature, day length, and seasonal timing seem to matter a lot. A Green Darner nymph developing in warm water during long summer days may be pushed toward faster development. That can produce adults that emerge, feed heavily, build up energy reserves, and migrate south in late summer or fall.But if nymphs are developing as temperatures drop and days get shorter, their development can slow down. Instead of rushing to become adults, they may overwinter as aquatic nymphs and emerge the following year. Those individuals can then become part of the resident breeding population in northern ponds.So Steve's instinct was basically right: environmental conditions appear to play a huge role in shaping whether a darner develops quickly and migrates, or slows down and overwinters.The only thing to be careful about is the phrase “genetic switch.” There probably are changes in gene expression involved. Temperature and day length can absolutely affect how insects develop, but in Common Green Darners, we should probably think of it less as a single switch being flipped and more as a whole developmental pathway being shaped by the environment.The short version: migratory and resident Green Darners are not separate species or rival dragonfly factions. 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Jamison welcomes Dr. Matthew Mehan back to the podcast to discusses his landmark work, The American Book of Fables, an illustrated heirloom collection released to commemorate America's 250th anniversary,. Dr. Mehan explores his mission to "restore the American imagination" by restocking the cultural pantry with moral images that foster virtue and wisdom in a free people. Organized into thirteen chapters representing distinct American regions—from the Everglades to the Great Lakes—the book weaves together nursery rhymes, fables, and primary sources that explain and elaborate on the core principles of the Declaration of Independence.The conversation highlights how these stories, featuring American wildlife such as bison and beavers instead of traditional Aesopic lions, serve as "moral puzzles" designed to shape the hearts and minds of "littles, middles, and bigs." Dr. Mehan emphasizes that civic rebuilding is a multi-generational endeavor rooted in patriotism, gratitude, and the cultivation of "gentle manliness and womanliness." Listeners will gain insight into the intensive research and artistic collaboration required to produce the book's stunning oil paintings and watercolors,. Ultimately, this episode showcases how fables offer a profound avenue for training witty, wise citizens prepared for a life of service.

In this episode we sat down with Chaloka Beyani, the Special Adviser of the UN Secretary-General on the Prevention of Genocide. During the episode, Special Adviser Beyani explores the role of the UN Office on Genocide Prevention and the Responsibility to Protect in early warning and the prevention of atrocities. He examines the international community's response to ongoing crises in Sudan, South Sudan and the Great Lakes region, emphasizing the need for early action and stronger international cooperation. Special Adviser Beyani also reflects on the Office's engagement with civil society and the importance of adapting existing frameworks to address emerging threats to human rights.

What does it take to deliver world-class customer service in the Great Lakes trolling industry? In this episode of the Great Lakes Fishing Podcast, host Chris Larsen joins Trevor Sumption from Fish Hawk Electronics aboard Reel Impression Sportfishing Charters in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, to discuss why firsthand experience on the water is critical to supporting Great Lakes anglers. Trevor explains why Fish Hawk brings its customer service team onto charter boats to learn the techniques, terminology, and real-world situations anglers encounter every day. The conversation also includes exciting updates on the highly anticipated Fish Hawk ONE, including its future-ready digital platform, backward compatibility with existing Fish Hawk systems, and why it's designed to grow with anglers through over-the-air software updates. Trevor also shares the latest on the overwhelming demand for the new TD Connect and why building products in the USA remains a core part of Fish Hawk's mission. Later in the episode, Chris sits down with David Baxter, first mate aboard Reel Impression Sportfishing Charters. David shares how he broke into the charter fishing industry, what it's like running a 14-rod spread on one of Lake Michigan's premier salmon boats, and why Sturgeon Bay's Bank Reef consistently produces trophy Chinook salmon. Whether you're interested in becoming a charter mate, learning more about Great Lakes salmon fishing, or staying up to date on the latest Fish Hawk technology, this episode is packed with valuable insights. In this episode you'll learn: Why Fish Hawk sends customer service staff on fishing trips The latest updates on the Fish Hawk ONE and its new digital platform How over-the-air software updates will expand future capabilities Why existing Fish Hawk users can upgrade without replacing their entire system The incredible demand for the new TD Connect How David Baxter became a full-time charter mate The rod spread and trolling program used aboard Reel Impression Sportfishing Why Sturgeon Bay's Bank Reef is one of Lake Michigan's premier salmon fisheries Tips for anyone interested in becoming a Great Lakes charter mate Early season outlook for Lake Michigan Chinook salmon fishing Whether you're chasing kings on Lake Michigan or simply looking to become a better Great Lakes angler, Episode 288 offers a behind-the-scenes look at both cutting-edge fishing technology and life aboard one of Wisconsin's top salmon charter boats. For more Great Lakes fishing information, visit https://fishhawkelectronics.com/

Inflation was up 4.1% in May, according to the BEA's personal consumption expenditures index. We know hot energy prices, resulting from the war in Iran, were part of that spike. But cut out energy and food, and inflation still hit a three-year high, at 3.4%. So what else is driving the increase? Also in this episode: Q1 GDP is revised up, Wyoming navigates the consequences of property tax cuts, and Great Lakes cargo ships make up a vital branch of U.S. supply chains.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Read the stories from today's episode:It's not just food and energy — "core" inflation is up as wellGDP grew 2.1% in the first quarter of 2026. What does that tell us?What do we need property taxes for? Wyoming is finding outNeed a burger? A car? Winter road salt? Thank cargo ships on the Great LakesGen Z trades in date-flation for "solo-maxxing"

Inflation was up 4.1% in May, according to the BEA's personal consumption expenditures index. We know hot energy prices, resulting from the war in Iran, were part of that spike. But cut out energy and food, and inflation still hit a three-year high, at 3.4%. So what else is driving the increase? Also in this episode: Q1 GDP is revised up, Wyoming navigates the consequences of property tax cuts, and Great Lakes cargo ships make up a vital branch of U.S. supply chains.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Read the stories from today's episode:It's not just food and energy — "core" inflation is up as wellGDP grew 2.1% in the first quarter of 2026. What does that tell us?What do we need property taxes for? Wyoming is finding outNeed a burger? A car? Winter road salt? Thank cargo ships on the Great LakesGen Z trades in date-flation for "solo-maxxing"

Today, we're excited to welcome Dr. Samantha Majhor to Native Lights. Samantha is a direct descendant of Fort Peck. She's Dakota and Assiniboine and is an assistant professor in American Indian Studies at the University of Minnesota. She focuses on Native American literature, particularly literature by Dakota and Ojibwe writers around the Great Lakes region.  Samantha gives us an inside look at the creation of the Oceti Sakowin Story Map Project, which she is co-developing. It's a digital archive of oral narratives connecting Dakota and Lakota stories across the Oceti Sakowin diaspora. She also discusses the challenge of archiving this valuable resource online, while trying to keep it out of the reach of AI searches and web results, and how the stories spoken in the Dakota language might be their own best protection. She talks to us about rematriation, what it is, how it's different from repatriation and why it's important to use this term when thinking about land back. And, of course, we couldn't talk with American Indian Studies and literature professor Samantha Majhor without asking her to share the books on her to-read list as well as some recommendations:To the Moon and Back by Eliana RamageBack for Blood: Never Whistle at Night Part II edited by Shane Hawk and Theodore C. Van Alst JR. The Berry Pickers by Amanda PetersPython's Kiss by Louise ErdrichThe Grass Dancer by Susan PowerIndian Horse by Richard WagameseWhereas (poetry) by Layli Long SoldierThere There by Tommy Orange -----Hosts / Producers: Leah Lemm, Cole Premo Editor: Britt Aamodt Editorial support: Emily Krumberger Mixing & mastering: Chris Harwood -----For the latest episode drops and updates, follow us on social media. instagram.com/ampersradioinstagram.com/mnnativenewsfacebook.com/MNNativeNewsNever miss a beat. Sign up for our email list to receive news, updates and content releases from AMPERS. ampers.org/about-ampers/staytuned/ This show is made possible by community support. Due to cuts in federal funding, the community radio you love is at risk. Your support is needed now more than ever. Donate now to power the community programs you love: ampers.org/fund

The Great Lakes are home to 21% of the world's surface freshwater, and it's not just an environmental asset: it's an economic one. With a $6 trillion regional GDP, the region deeply depends on a flourishing water economy: the full range of economic activity that depends on, relates to, or is generated by water. With issues like emerging contaminants and water scarcity on the rise, there is both an urgent need and an economic opportunity to create solutions that can be deployed in the Great Lakes and adopted around the world.rnrnCleveland Water Alliance (CWA) forges cross-sector partnerships to accelerate these innovations, connecting our region's utilities, universities, government agencies, and manufacturing leaders. From attracting tech creators to building real-world testing environments on the shores of Lake Erie, CWA is doing what Silicon Valley did for computing: turning concentrated expertise and critical need into a world-changing industry.rnrnPresident & CEO Bryan Stubbs was appointed to lead CWA shortly after its inception, growing the organization into a renowned technology catalyst and establishing Ohio as a global destination for water innovation.rnrnJoin us at the 2026 State of the Great Lakes to learn why the most valuable resource of the 21st century is already in our backyard and what it means for the future of our region.

BIFF! This week, we're focusing on Album 1-2 punches...that is, albums where the first two songs knock you out. BANG! Our Third Lad is Ben Crum from long-running Elephant 6 band Great Lakes. POW! More than 25 years and eight records on from Great Lakes' classic debut, Ben Crum returns with a fantastic new Great Lakes album, Don't Swim Too Close (HHBTM Records). The immediately accessible record draws from classic rock tradition, echoing both the Americana spirit of The Band and Neil Young and the proto-indie rock of Television and the Velvet Underground. Crum's dry humor bubbles up throughout, tempering heavy, earnest moments with wit. WHAMMO! This is very likely to be the only music podcast you listen to today that incorporates both boxing and Scuffy the Tugboat references. KO!! Thanks for Mike Turner from HHBTM Records for the introduction and coordination. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices