Podcasts about levees

Sandy Rosenthal founded the non-profit Levees.org in 2005 with 25,000 supporters nationwide. Her book, Words Whispered in Water, is about how––against all odds––she altered the national narrative about the deadly flooding in New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina. A second edition of her book, with a new cover and foreword, will be issued for the 20th anniversary of the catastrophe.Her group's current goal is for all students in the U.S. working toward their B.S. in engineering to receive instruction on failures and the lessons learned. In March of 2019, Rosenthal unveiled the Flooded House Museum at a major breach site. She initiated the installation of three historic plaques vetted by the state's preservation office, hosts an annual levee breach bike tour, and much more.For those efforts, Rosenthal has been honored with numerous awards most recently including Outstanding Social Entrepreneur of the Year from Tulane University and Most Influential Woman from Mount Holyoke College. Rosenthal is an advocate for 62% of the American population living in counties protected by levees. Rosenthal has been married to Stephen Rosenthal since 1979, has three adult children, and has two grandchildren living in San Francisco. She also has two small dogs named Twinkie and Cupcake.Sandy is also the host of her own podcast: Beat the Big Guys

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My guest today is Sandy Rosenthal. After the near-destruction of New Orleans in 2005 while most were satisfied with the official narrative of "natural disaster", Sandy Rosenthal believed there was more to the story. It turned out there was. Rosenthal led an investigative team via the New Orleans-based group she founded––Levees.org––and discovered the real cause of the devastation: Faulty engineering which resulted in the death of at nearly 1,400 and $200 billion in property damage and business losses, not "Mother Nature." In a classic tale of "first they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win", the Levees.org team succeeded not only in exposing the details of the failure, but also uncovering a multi-million dollar smear campaign––against the people of New Orleans, Levees.org and Sandy herself––funded with U.S. taxpayer dollars. By 2015, the news media, which had upheld the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' version of events, finally capitulated, and major news outlets like the Associated Press, New York Times and the BBC, officially changed their version of events to reflect the reality.Rosenthal's book "Words Whispered in Water" which documents this story is her first book. Levees.org exists to make sure the U.S Army Corps of Engineers is held accountable in New Orleans and throughout the U.S. where the lives and property of 201 million Americans depend on the integrity of their levees.. In this episode we discuss Hurricane Katrina, advocacy work, government failures and injustices.Website - https://levees.org/bio-sandy-rosenthal-founder-of-levees-org/IG - https://www.instagram.com/leveesorg/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosenthalsandy/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Sandy_RosenthalSandy's Book - https://www.amazon.com/Words-Whispered-Water-Government-Corruption-ebook/dp/B096GVDD88?ref_=ast_author_mpbIn this episode you will learn:1. Change is possible when you stand up for and fight for what you believe in.2.What the power and impact of truth is.3. The importance of activism and how it can mobilize a community. “We were being blamed. The victims of this horrific flooding, this was no minor disaster. This was a bona fide catastrophe. Nearly 1,400 people died within a few hours.” - 00:04:38“Right after the flooding of New Orleans, I had a lot of reporters and journalists call me or email me and ask me, Okay, talk to me about how the poorer communities, the marginalized communities, talk to me about how their levies weren't as good as the wealthy people." 00:33:25“Don't be afraid. Don't worry that someone might not like what you're saying, because if it's not one person, it'd just be somebody else.” 00:58:23

An investigation into California's levees for flood control. Also, the three-year anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine War. Finally, the Andrew Maloney Quartet performs at CapRadio. How Prepared Are California's Levees?

How much water is too much for California's levees? That's the question many water experts have been asking since President Donald Trump ordered the release of billions of gallons of water from Central Valley dams – and as big storms produced by an atmospheric river drenched much of the state. Guest: Emily Zentner, The California Newsroom A UCLA report finds the Los Angeles area wildfires have caused between $95 and $164 billion in total property and capital losses. Reporter: Manola Secaira, CapRadio California Attorney General Rob Bonta is leaning on hospitals to continue offering gender-affirming care for youth, calling President Trump's recent executive order that threatens to stop funding treatments wrong. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the KORE Women podcast, Dr. Summer Watson welcomes Sandy Rosenthal, who is an Author, Podcast Host, and Community Organizer. Following Hurricane Katrina and the federal levee failures in New Orleans, Sandy founded the nonprofit Levees.org with 25,000 supporters nationwide. Her book, "Words Whispered in Water," is about how she exposed the culprit in the catastrophe and how the agency spent millions covering up its mistakes. She lives in New Orleans with her husband of 45 years, has three grown children, and two grandchildren and enjoys tennis and yoga!   You can follow Sandy Rosenthal on Instagram, X, and YouTube: at Leveesorg and at: Levees.org and you can check out her book on Amazon. Thank you for taking the time to listen to the KORE Women podcast and being a part of the KORE Women experience. You can listen to The KORE Women podcast on your favorite podcast directory - Pandora, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, YouTube, Spotify, Stitcher, Podbean, JioSaavn, Amazon and at: www.KOREWomen.com/podcast. Please leave your comments and reviews about the podcast and check out KORE Women on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. You can learn more about Dr. Summer Watson, MHS, PhD, KORE Women, LLC, the KORE Women podcast, and her Community Empowerment and Cross-Generational Consultation Services by going to: www.korewomen.com. Thank you for listening to the KORE Women podcast! Please share this podcast with your family and friends.

Retired Captain David Greer joins me again on the show to talk through the changes he saw in the country, the industry, and the river, itself, over the decades he spent shoving cargo up and down the waterways of the Americas. He'll open up the new show, "The Merchant Mariner Podcast," in early January. The first series on the MMP will focus on the History of Steamboats in the United States. Between the Levees will continue as well as guests find time to sit down with me. Thanks for sticking around!

Here's what to expect on the podcast:How did Sandy discover the truth behind the levee failures?The most surprising or alarming fact Sandy uncovered during her investigation.What steps has Sandy taken to promote the inclusion of the levee breach case in engineering education?What should readers expect and learn from the book Words Whispered in Water?  And much more! About Sandy:After Hurricane Katrina and the federal levee failures in New Orleans, Sandy Rosenthal founded the non profit Levees.org with 25,000 supporters nationwide. Her book––Words Whispered in Water––is about how she exposed the culprit in the levee breach disaster––the Army Corps of Engineers––and how the agency spent millions covering up its mistakes.Rosenthal plays tennis six days a week, practices yoga, and spends time every month with her two grandchildren in San Francisco. Connect with Sandy Rosenthal!Website: https://bento.me/leveesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosenthalsandy/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SandyRosenthalAuthorTwitter: https://twitter.com/LeveesOrgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/leveesorg/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/LeveesOrgPodcast: Beat The Big Guys https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beat-the-big-guys/id1572283279Beat The Big Guys Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB4HqTcRvHO7YP3JFkdVpCi3vhIdHwkWI.Book: Words Whispered In Water https://www.wordswhisperedinwater.com/ Connect with Candice Snyder!Website: https://hairhealthvitality.com/passion-purpose-and-possibilities/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/candice.snyderInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/candicesny17/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicesnyder/ICAN Institute: https://vl729.isrefer.com/go/mindandbody/PassionPurpose22/Shop For A Cause With Gifts That Give Back to Nonprofits: https://thekindnesscause.com/

In this episode, we chat with Erica Gies, award-winning journalist and author of Water Always Wins: Thriving in an Age of Drought and Deluge. We explore the complex relationships between water, nature, and human societies, emphasizing the need to embrace 'slow water'—respecting the natural rhythms of water's cycles for the benefit of both human and nonhuman life. Highlights include: Erica's personal decision not to have biological children as both a personal choice and a contribution to reducing human pressure on the planet; The concept of 'slow water' and allowing for water's natural cycles on the land contrasted with modern, infrastructure-heavy approaches that focus on controlling water; The broader implications of population growth on water and the need to address this issue within environmental and degrowth movements; The hidden complexity of natural systems in water ecology and the need to both appreciate our ignorance of these natural systems' complexity while also working to understand them better in order to live more in harmony with the natural world; The significance of traditional knowledge and ecological wisdom in living more in harmony with natural water cycles.  See episode website for show notes, links, and transcript:  https://www.populationbalance.org/podcast/erica-gies ABOUT US The Overpopulation Podcast features enlightening conversations between Population Balance executive director Nandita Bajaj, researcher Alan Ware, and expert guests that draw the connections between pronatalism, human supremacy, social inequalities, and ecological overshoot. Population Balance's mission to inspire narrative, behavioral, and system change that shrinks our human impact and elevates the rights and wellbeing of people, animals, and the planet. Learn more here: https://www.populationbalance.org/  Copyright 2024 Population Balance

This week Will and Ben digest the impact of USDA's July supply and demand reports and forecast what's next for trade. Market recap (changes on week as of Monday's close): » September 2024 corn down $.03 at $3.90» December 2024 corn down $.03 at $4.04 » September 2024 soybeans down $.63 at $10.33» November 2024 soybeans down $.59 at $10.40» September soybean oil down 2.8 cents at 46.07 cents/lb» September soybean meal down $13.90 at $314.00/short ton» September 2024 wheat down $.38 at $5.32» July 2025 wheat down $.31 at $5.98» October cotton up 1.37 cents at 70.86 cents/lb» December cotton up 1.85 cents at 72.44 cents/lb » September WTI Crude Oil down $.96 at $81.43/barrel Weekly highlights:The Consumer Price Index for June showed prices declining month over month for the first time since May 2020. Price dropped 0.1% month over month compared to expectations of a 0.1% gain. Year over year CPI fell to 3.0% down from 3.3% last month. The Producer Price Index showed slight month over month gains of 0.2% with year over year at 2.6% compared to 2.4% in June.US energy stocks were mixed on the week. US crude oil and gasoline stocks were down and distillate stocks were down 145 and 84 million gallons respectively. The crude oil drop followed a 511 million gallon drop the week prior. Distillate stocks were higher by 205 million gallons ending a three-week skid. Implied gasoline demand was flat on the week.US ethanol production pulled back to 310 million gallons on the week down from 313 million gallons the week prior. Ethanol production margins have increased the last couple weeks on decreasing corn cost and increasing ethanol prices. There were no changes to ethanol stocks on the week. The National Association of Oilseed Processors reported their members crushed 175.6 million bushels of soybeans in June. The volume was a new June record but below pre-report trade expectations of 177.9 and the May volume of 183.6 million bushels.The July WASDE was full of surprises this month. Notable surprises included 133 million bushel increase in US wheat production, US corn stocks for 2024/25 fell 5 million bushels month over month but 215 million below trade estimates on unexpectedly higher old crop use, and US cotton stocks were 1.2 million bales higher. Open Interest of futures and options for commodities was largely up across the board. Chicago wheats (+1.9%), Corn (3.3%), Soybeans (6.2%), Soybean meal (+5.4%), ICE Cotton (2.4%), and Rough Rice (+11%). Soybean oil was the lone commodity down in open interest (-2.5%).Managed money accounts continue to sell off futures and options positions. Managers were net sellers of 17,445 contracts of Chicago corn taking the corn contract to an all-time net short record of 353,983 positions. Traders were sellers of 31,679 positions of soybeans, 9,577 positions of cotton, and 459 positions of rough rice. They were buyers of 7,129 positions of Chicago wheat reducing the net short in that commodity.Weekly US grain and oilseed export sales were bearish for wheats at 8.8 million bushels and the lowest weekly sales volume for soybeans since the end of May at 7 million bushels. There were minimum new crop sales across the board.Weekly grain and oilseed export inspections were mixed on the week with corn shipments of 42.5 million bushels near the top of expectations, soybeans of 6.2 million bushels below all expectations and wheats of 19.6 million bushels above all expectations. US corn and soybean conditions remained unchanged on the week despite expectations of a 1% increase in good to excellent ratings. Corn at 68% compares to 63% on average. Soybeans at 68% compares to 50% on average. The full index was unchanged for corn at 372 while falling just one point for soybeans- both are well above last year and the average.US cotton condition score of 45% good to excellent was also unchanged on the week. The full composite index fell just 1 point to 319 and compares to 312 last year and 328 on average.The fast winter wheat harvest is now 71% harvested down from expectations of 74% complete. The spring wheat crop is rated at 77% good to excellent compared to 51% last year and 55% on average.Topics:» Market recap» Absorbing USDA report surprises» Derecho in Western Cornbelt» Export outlook» Updates on soybean crush» Reports to watchConnect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrownfieldAgNews» Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsAbout Brownfield Ag News:Brownfield Ag News is your trusted source for reliable agriculture news, market trends, weather updates, and expert interviews. Get comprehensive coverage and stay ahead in the ever-evolving agriculture industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Sandy was just an ordinary citizen with no special training or resources who uncovered a scandal. This week I speak with Sandy Rosenthal who shares her riveting account of one woman's battle to expose a massive coverup after the Army Corps of Engineers' defective floodwalls broke during Hurricane Katrina and created a catastrophe. This is an inspiring David and Goliath story prompting many to refer to Sandy as the "Erin Brockovich" of levees.Sandy Rosenthal founded the non-profit Levees.org in 2005. The group focuses on educating the public that the flooding of New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina was due to federal engineering mistakes, not the wrath of nature.Her book, Words Whispered in Water, is about how––against all odds––she altered the national narrative about the flooding disaster.Sandy's powerful message is bringing to light a mostly unknown yet dangerous situation in many parts of our country and she's an inspiration on how to truly mobilize citizen participation.This description was created in part by summarizing and rearranging the biography sent by the guest._____________________________________Her Website: https://levees.org/Pick Up Her Book Here: https://www.amazon.com/Words-Whispered-Water-Hurricane-Katrina/dp/1642503274/_____________________________________Link to all things Not in a Huff Podcast: https://linktr.ee/notinahuffpodcastPlease follow/subscribe to the podcast to be the first to see new episodes when they come out each week. Be extra awesome and rate us on Apple Podcast and Spotify! :)

Send us a Text Message.On this week's show, we're skating down memory lane with the engaging lead vocalist of The Zambonis and The Levees. Dave Schneider is a great storyteller, and his musical journey is a series of anecdotes that ring with laughter and joy. From making up original songs at open mic nights to  the Zambonis' recent induction into the New England Rock-N-Roll Hall of Fame,  we'll be covering Dave's charmed and charming life in music. Get ready to learn about "Hockey Rock" and how  Hanukkah does NOT have a silent J , as well as how a self-proclaimed "joke band" formed in Fairfield County, Connecticut has taken Dave and his bandmates around the world playing songs about hockey...and buildings and food, and producing music that is anything but a joke.This episode celebrates the Dave Schneider's incredible musical odyssey with humor and grace, and will leave you cheering for more. All for you this week on The Rock-N-Roll Show Podcast!

Producer Landry Bohn sits down with activist Stanford Rosenthal, who worked closely with Sandy on Levees.Org, a grassroots campaign to correct the narrative surrounding the 2005 levee failure in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. Nearly twenty years later, Mr. Rosenthal has continued to draw on what he learned from this experience in an ongoing fight to Beat the Big Guys.Beat the Big GuysHost and Creator: Sandy RosenthalExecutive Producer: Landry BohnVideo version can be seen here: https://youtu.be/8IDcxV0y9NM

In this episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by Ms. Taylor O'Brien, a SUNY grad that found her way across the Atlantic. With educational and professional tracks well outside the levees, she found herself in the barging world with a shoreside job that began in mid-2021. Her developing appreciation for the inland and western rivers has been supplemented, thankfully, by this very podcast. We dive into her childhood sailing on Long Island Sound, her early college career playing lacrosse before the jump to SUNY Maritime, her sea terms in school, memories of 9/11, an early career at sea, and her life since coming shoreside.

This week we visit my buddy Jared from Louisiana and Youtube content creator "Outside the Levees". We go nutria rat hunting in the marsh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Between the Levees exclusive, Retired Captain David Greer joins me to discuss river history, his great grandson, and his evident passion and interest in the physical geographies that provide our way of life between the levees. There are brief interludes throughout as I read one of many poems he's composed in his retirement. Please enjoy "Walter and the Green Man" Captain Greer joins me for season 2 in mid-January of next year.

Always beware when you hear mayhem and catastrophe being blamed on wind and water because human beings are almost always hiding behind those words.Today's featured award-winning bookcaster is a wife, grandmother, community organizer, disaster resilience leader, and founder of levees.org, Sandy Rosenthal. Sandy and I had a chat about her book, “Words Whispered in Water: Why the Levees Broke in Hurricane Katrina”, her campaign to change engineering education, lessons learned from starting a podcast, and more! Key Thing's You'll Learn:What inspired Sandy's book and the process of writing itHow Sandy started her organization, Levees.org, with her son after Hurricane KatrinaThe importance of teaching engineering failures in schoolsThree major lessons learned from starting her podcast Sandy's Site: www.sandyrosenthal.netSandy's Book: https://a.co/d/jevcnnVSandy's Podcast, “Beat the Big Guys”: https://open.spotify.com/show/5oCEr7XdkBVIFOs0WjEqTY?si=4e0c5fee96a64af3 The opening track is titled "Money Trees" by the magnanimous chill-hop master, Marcus D (@marcusd). Be sure to visit his site and support his craft. https://marcusd.net/Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmon You Might Also Like… Ep. 628 – “Inside the Secret World of Corporate Spying” with Robert Kerbeck (@robertkerbeck): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-628-inside-the-secret-world-of-corporate-spying-with-robert-kerbeck-robertkerbeck/ Ep. 689 – “There Are (No) Stupid Questions . . . in Science” with Leah Elson (@gnarlybygnature): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-689-there-are-no-stupid-questions-in-science-with-leah-elson-gnarlybygnature/ Ep. 332 – “Her Perfect Life” with Hank Phillippi Ryan (@HankPRyan): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-332-her-perfect-life-with-hank-phillippi-ryan-hankpryan/Ep. 433 – “Ticking Clock: Behind the Scenes at 60 Minutes” with Ira Rosen: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-433-ticking-clock-behind-the-scenes-at-60-minutes-with-ira-rosen/ Ep. 474 – “How Social Media Impacts The Way We Think, Feel and Behave” with Tyler Hendon (@tylerhendon7): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-474-how-social-media-impacts-the-way-we-think-feel-and-behave-with-tyler-hendon-tylerhendon7/

Sandy Rosenthal founded the non-profit Levees.org in 2005. The group focuses on educating the public that the flooding of New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina was due to federal engineering mistakes, not the wrath of nature. Her book, Words Whispered in Water (Mango, 2020) is about how––against all odds––she altered the national narrative about the flooding disaster.  In March 2019, Rosenthal unveiled the Flooded House Museum at a major breach site. She initiated the installation of three historic plaques vetted by the state's preservation office, hosts an annual levee breach bike tour, and much more. For those efforts, Rosenthal has been honored with numerous awards most recently including Outstanding Social Entrepreneur of the Year from Tulane University and Most Influential Woman from Mount Holyoke College. Rosenthal is an advocate for the 62% of the American population living in counties protected by levees.  Sandy's powerful message is bringing to light a mostly unknown yet dangerous situation in many parts of our country and she's an inspiration on how to truly mobilize citizen participation. Get in touch with us at https://www.sherisesstudios.com/

Sandy Rosenthal's story serves as a powerful example of determination and advocacy, showcasing how accountability, community empowerment, and the acceptance of criticism can lead to substantial societal impact. She is the author of "Words Whispered in Water" and founder of Levees.org. Sandy shares her journey of standing up to the government after Hurricane Katrina broke the levees in New Orleans. Three main takeaways: (1) Embracing Criticism: Sandy emphasizes the value of criticism, highlighting its role in personal growth and activism. She encourages its embrace as a tool for improvement. (2) Government Accountability: Highlighting the mis-design of the levees by the federal government as the true cause of the New Orleans flooding, Sandy's work with levees.org aimed to set the record straight and shift blame away from local officials. (3) Community Empowerment: The importance of citizens standing up for their communities, addressing negligence caused by corporations and the government, and the significance of collaboration in effecting positive change. * Learn more about Sandy at https://levees.org * Sandy has her own podcast, Beat the Big Guys, that inspires people to be the change they want to see in the world. https://bit.ly/3u9T6jH * Link to her book "Words Whispered in Water" - https://bit.ly/47n3QcE

On episode #201 of The Author Factor Podcast I am having a conversation with powerhouse advocate and award-winning author, Sandy Rosenthal.Sandy is the author of the book, Words Whispered in Water, which exposes the federal government's cover-up of the engineering mistakes that led to the devastating flooding of New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina. Sandy also shares her journey founding the nonprofit organization Levees.org to spread awareness and advocate for safer levees in the United States.Learn more about Sandy Rosenthal and her mission at www.Levees.org.For more details about our short, helpful book publishing program, visit BiteSizedBooks.com.

Throughout history, there have been individuals who bravely stand up against tragedy, fighting for justice and the truth. Sandy Rosenthal is one of those people.  After Hurricane Katrina and the federal levee failures in New Orleans, Sandy Rosenthal founded the non profit Levees.org with 25,000 supporters nationwide. Her book––Words Whispered in Water––is about how she led an investigative team to expose the culprit in the levee breach disaster––the Army Corps of Engineers––and how the agency spent millions covering up its mistakes. Rosenthal is an advocate for the 62% of the American population living by levees. Sandy hosts a weekly podcast called Beat the Big Guys where she coaches her national audience on how to take on the big guys in their own communities. In this episode, you'll hear: -Steps Sandy took to start a crusade against the "Big Guys"  -Signs to know when you're on the right track when fighting for a cause -The 3 most common tactics they big guys will try and use against you -What Sandy and her team discovered that blew things out of the water (pun intended) -How data and a smile might just be your best strategy Whether you're passionate about tackling a significant global issue or seeking guidance on dealing with workplace bullies, this episode is a must-listen. Sandy's Website: https://levees.org/ Sandy's Book: Words Whispered in Water: Why the Levees Broke in Hurricane Katrina If you'd like quick tangible tips and practical corporate career advice to level up your authentic leadership, download the 10 simple “plays” to stop selling out and start standing out at https://bauthenticinc.mykajabi.com/freebie   To connect with Erin and/or Nicole, email: hello@bauthenticinc.com  If you like jammin' with us on the podcast, b sure to join us for more fun and inspiration!  Follow b Cause on Twitter (really it's mostly Nicole)   Follow Erin on LinkedIn or Instagram  Join the b Cause Podcast Facebook Group    Take our simple, fun and insightful"What's your workplace superhero name?”quiz  Unleash your Authentic Superpower with Erin's book,"You Do You (ish)" Check out our blog for more no-BS career advice Work with Us Or just buy some fun, authentic, kick-ars merch here DISCLAIMER: This episode is not explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable for younger audiences. Tweetable Comments “Most of us are ordinary folks that don't have ties to celebrities or football players. And you know what? You don't need them. All you have to do is speak up.” “They misdesigned the levies and they blamed mother nature and they blamed local officials, which meant they blamed the people of New Orleans.” “They actually believe they're so big that it's impossible for anyone to harm their reputation or to harm them just because they're big.” “Why are they going after me? Well, because they didn't like what I was saying.”  

Drive anywhere along the Mississippi or most any other river and you'll see a levee, an earthen wall that parallels the river to keep water in the main channel and out of the adjacent floodplain. In this episode, I talk with Nicholas Pinter about levees and the good and bad that has come with them. We discuss the evolution in responsibility from local jurisdictions to the federal government, how levees have altered the ecology of big rivers, and who pays for them. We talk about how levees provide a false sense of security and the concept of residual risk, which is one way to quantify how much of our property and lives is at risk behind levees. We also talk about options for reversing some of the worst damage from levees and the obstacles to putting them in place. Levees didn't just rise on their own, of course. In the Mississippi Minute, I give a brief history of who built the levees and the deplorable working conditions that were often present in levee camps, especially for Black workers. And in the end, I offer a playlist of songs about levees and levee camps.

In this episode we discuss the black conspiracy that Bush blew up the levees during Hurricane Katrina. Listen to learn shocking new revelations about the hosts of this show, Yakuza involvement, and yourself.https://twitter.com/statsponconpodstatsponconpod@protonmail.comIntro/outro: https://slowfreq.bandcamp.com/album/omoidmed

It's been six months since the levee protecting the small Central Coast farming community of Pajaro burst, flooding the town and forcing thousands out of their homes. And while repairs are underway, a permanent fix is still years in the making. Reporter: Scott Cohn, KAZU A group of Democratic state lawmakers is asking California Attorney General Rob Bonta to take the lead on an effort to remove Donald Trump from the March primary ballot. Reporter: Scott Shafer, KQED     At its board meeting in Sacramento Tuesday morning, California's Water Resources Control Board will consider issuing a ‘cease and desist' order to end the pumping of millions of gallons of water out of the San Bernardino National Forest.   Reporter: Anthony Victoria, KVCR 

Tommy talks with Sandy Rosenthal, Founder of Levees.org

KMOX continues to remember the flood of 1993, this time the major levees fail and the Spirit of St. Louis Airport.

In this episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined finally by Mr. Bud Osbourne. We talk briefly about his grandfather's time on the river, his father's industry career, and time on vessels as a young child. Bud jumped into the industry immediately after college and stuck with it for 51 years in an array of roles with a number of companies. He came recommended by Mr. Stephen Rauch https://youtu.be/qRpBu7jw8FY https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tim-tregle/episodes/Steve-RauchRetired-Salesman--Former-Dispatcher--Grandfather-e1ts3u8/a-a97g8eu To support this podcast, please check out our sponsor: https://waterwayscouncil.org/ Also, as always... please Buy Me A Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whereyatstudios

In this special episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by HR and Recruiting Generalist, Jake Carter. We chat about the show, his introduction to the industry, a two-year career (thus far) with ACBL, and the state of recruiting and retention on the marine side. Mentioned in this episode: https://youtu.be/qqsc3aeld70 https://youtu.be/zFphL9pMojk https://youtu.be/VkzN3s6njbQ And if you are so inclined, I do still enjoy a good Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whereyatstudios

Levees and other man-made flood control efforts have been somewhat successful. But as development continues in these areas, some are calling for wetland restoration to better manage the water.

In this episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by Margo Brock, President and COO of Mercury Resources. We discuss her time at SUNY Maritime College, a career in bulk commodities and maritime supply chain management, and her fascination with the inland rivers maritime industry. To support this podcast, please check out our sponsor: www.wimos.org And if you are so inclined, please feel free to Buy Me A Coffee www.buymeacoffee.com/whereyatstudios

In this special episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by Roxane Crawford, the older sister of Shawn Pucheu, one of the three fellow mariners we lost on the morning of January, 26, 2020, following an avoidable incident in the Greater New Orleans area. I read through a series of articles about the incident to start the episode, talk through a few details with Captain Trey Urban, and wrap up with Roxane discussing life before and after that tragic morning.

In this episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by Jared Ward. He earned honorable mention in the James Edwards episode (S1:E52) as a driven young deckhand that got into the engine room after a year on the water. We discuss his childhood, professional interests, two-year career, and his personal life. The industry could use a few more like him.

In this episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by Captain Jeremiah "Birdman" Beauregard. We chat through the usual questions and go over a number of issues facing the industry and a few others focused on the east and west canals where he's spent his career. Mentioned in this episode: Joe O'Gwynn - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Et5pxHvbVrhoX4BOfvKRQ?si=c618b665c3674948 Trey Urban - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0iRon6bB1jueWlCQkxncfE?si=6ff88e9889664256 https://open.spotify.com/episode/4D01V7UuGgQyC2410wGIEF?si=9d713f071f15457e To support this podcast, please check out our sponsor: http://www.infinitysss.com/ And if you are so inclined, please feel free to Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whereyatstudios

On this episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by Captain Richard Leese, a former Law Enforcement Officer that survived a tough upbringing. A happenstance conversation led him to what was intended to be a short stint in the industry to make a little money. Nearly two decades later, he's in the wheelhouse and active in community outreach to promote the industry that gave him a life he could never have imagined before. To support this podcast, please check out our sponsor: https://www.riverviewboatstore.com/ And if you are so inclined, please Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whereyatstudios Please Like, Subscribe, Follow, and Share on YouTube, Spotify, and Facebook. Thanks for tuning in!

On this episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by Mr. Ryan Phillips. He grew up in the country milking cows and bailing hay with his uncle, followed his dad into law enforcement, did a stint in the Army National Guard, and found his way into the industry 17 years ago. He was my boss at ACBL for a couple of years before my jump to Ingram. To support this podcast, please check out our sponsor: www.callahanmarineconsulting.com And if you are so inclined, please feel free to Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whereyatstudios

Learn all the basics of geology in our new conversational textbook - campGEO!Available here: geo.campcourses.comToday we talk all about Levees!  They are a very important and under-appreciated aspect of our society, infrastructure, and river systems! Here is a link to the excellent article that we mention in the podcast. Please let us know if you have questions! Levee LinkLike, Subscribe, and leave us a Rating!——————————————————Instagram: @planetgeocastTwitter: @planetgeocastFacebook: @planetgeocastSupport us: https://planetgeocast.com/support-usEmail: planetgeocast@gmail.comWebsite: https://planetgeocast.com/

In this SPECIAL EDITION of Between the Levees, I'm joined by Mr. Moose Dougherty, a retired Public Affairs Executive that helped coordinate fundraising for the Mississippi Speed Record (MSR) and arranged for an efficient race against the clock. We discuss some of the logistical challenges of keeping a crew of four paddlers going around the clock from above St. Paul, Minnesota down to the Gulf of Mexico at the mouth of the Mississippi. The Guinness World Record was broken by almost 24 hours. Check them out on Facebook and at the websites below: https://www.mississippispeedrecord.com/ https://wildernessmindset.com/

In this episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by Mr. John Rooney, the Operations Manager at Brownwater Marine Services in Corpus Christi, Texas. We discuss his father's career on the water, his upbringing, entry into the industry, and a career spanning about 50 years.

In this episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by Matt Link from Host Terminals now in the Baton Rouge, LA area. We discuss his early life on a crawfish farm, his time in the US Army, and his developing career in the South Louisiana chemical and bulk cargo terminals industry. To support this podcast, please check out our sponsor: https://waterwayscouncil.org/ And you're always welcome to Buy Me a Coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whereyatstudios Thanks for the continued support and interest!

In this episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by Placito Miceli, a US Marine that found his way into the industry. He's still involved with the river even after parting ways with Turn Services a few years back.

In this episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by Jeremy Putman, supporter of the show, and a 4th-generation river man that has owned and operated Riverview Boat Store and Tug Service since 2002.

In this episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by Justin Montgomery, another river man I met at AEP River Operations almost a decade ago. We discuss his childhood, church back in the 90s, a brief stint in the music industry, his time in the military, the many mentors he's had on the boats, and a relatively young career out on the water.

In this episode of Between the Levees, I'm joined by Ms. Deborah Mayfield. We discuss her start in the industry and a decades-long career in various operational, crewing, safety, and regulatory roles with an array of companies. Currently, she is the HSSE Manager for a new fleet, Southern Fleet and Logistics, in Corpus Christi, Texas with Captain James Scott (re-booked for next month).

Residents of Pajaro in Monterey County were finally allowed to return home Thursday after destructive flooding from last week's storms. When the levee broke, causing the town to flood, it wasn't a huge surprise; problems with that levee have been well-known for decades, but it wasn't enough to address the problem fast enough. The Bay Area has hundreds of its own levees. And it turns out, we don't really know how safe or vulnerable most of them are. Guest: Ezra David Romero, climate reporter for KQED Links The Bay Survey Fewer Than 10% of Levees in the Greater Bay Area Have a Federal Flood Risk Rating This episode was produced by Alan Montecillo and Maria Esquinca. Jehlen Herdman is our intern. Ericka Cruz Guevarra is the host.  Your support makes KQED podcasts possible. You can show your love by going to https://kqed.org/donate/podcasts.

Episode: 2462 The Mississippi Delta: Rewriting Geography.  Today, geography shifts before our eyes.

For Jared Serigne, returning home to Chalmette, Louisiana after Hurricane Katrina was an awakening. He didn't grow up duck hunting, but newfound awareness of the vast wetlands resource outside the levees eventually lead him into it. It was then that he began understanding that the land outside the levees was an imperiled part of Sportsman's Paradise. And that by using his professional film background he could do something about it.   Related Link: Outside the Levees https://www.youtube.com/c/outsidethelevees   Podcast Sponsors: BOSS Shotshells https://bossshotshells.com/ Benelli Shotguns https://www.benelliusa.com/shotguns/waterfowl-shotguns Tetra Hearing https://tetrahearing.com/ Kanati Waterfowl Taxidermy https://https://kanati.com/ Mojo Outdoors https://www.mojooutdoors.com/p Tom Beckbe https://tombeckbe.com/ Flash Back Decoys https://www.duckcreekdecoys.com/ Voormi https://voormi.com/ GetDucks.com USHuntList.com   It really is duck season somewhere for 365 days per year. Follow Ramsey Russell's worldwide duck hunting adventures as he chases real duck hunting experiences year-round: Instagram @ramseyrussellgetducks YouTube @GetDucks Facebook @GetDucks.com   Please subscribe, rate and review Duck Season Somewhere podcast. Share your favorite episodes with friends! Business inquiries and comments contact Ramsey Russell ramsey@getducks.com

Welcome back to the Relatable Voice podcast. On today's episode, we are headed to New Orleans to speak with Sandy Rosenthal. Sandy is the founder of the non-profit Levees.org. She is also the author of the 5-time award winning book Words Whispered in Water.  Find more at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosenthalsandy  https://twitter.com/LeveesOrg https://www.facebook.com/SandyRosenthalAuthor https://www.instagram.com/leveesorg/  https://www.wordswhisperedinwater.com/contact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices