Podcasts about mighty mississippi

In this episode of Louisiana Unfiltered, State Climatologist Jay Grymes joins Kiran Chawla as they discuss the massive rise in the Mississippi River and the impacts expected as well as the impending hurricane season.Chapters01:14 Transition to Jay's New Role 07:34 Reflecting on Past Floods10:10 Understanding Mississippi River Dynamics14:15 The Impact of Flooding19:56 Consequences of Spillway Openings24:55 The Weight of Water27:56 Current River Levels41:28 Preparing for Hurricane Season47:53 The Threat of Hurricanes52:40 Importance of PreparednessTags: #louisianaunfiltered #Jaygrymes #mississippiriver #kiranchawla #podcast #hurricaneseason #unfilteredwithkiran #news #crime #Louisiana Local Sponsors for this episode include: Neighbors Federal Credit Union: Another Chance Bail Bonds: Sound and Editing for this audio podcast by Envision Podcast Production:

Beer flavored beer. Sticking with traditional beer styles. That's Turtle Stack Brewery in La Crosse, WI.A small independent craft brewery and tasting room, Turtle Stack is located in historic downtown La Crosse, directly across from the La Crosse Center and Radisson Hotel. Turtle Stack produces high quality local beer for residents of La Crosse and surrounding communities as well as visitors to the upper Mississippi River Valley - the taproom is in fact just steps from the Mighty Mississippi and waterfront district. Owner and founder, Brent, joins Jonathan for this live show in the taproom during the Wisconsin Governor's Conference on Tourism! Sales Manager, Eric, also joins us to talk about where Turtle Stack beer is located outside of the taproom (hint: they do can some of their beers now so you can take them to-go from the taproom too!).Whether you're a local or visiting beautiful La Crosse - sometimes known as the Driftless Region - stop in to Turtle Stack, say hi and try some of Brent's beers! Follow Pour Another Round: Facebook: /PourAnotherRoundPodInstagram: @PourAnotherRoundPodWebsite: pouranotherround.com

Ranch dressing. Since time immemorial it has enchanted mankind with its smooth flow and flavor. It is divisive, just as the Mighty Mississippi divides America. "Wings are better with blue cheese," they say. "Fries are better with ketchup," they whine. And sometimes they are right. Well, the ketchup people are. Blue cheese dressing is in fact disgusting and you should feel ashamed of yourself. Sorry. What were we talking about? Join the Bottle Crow Discord to check out our live posted show notes as well as chat with us and other listeners! There's also the new Scanline Media Discord for Scanline stuff more generally. We're on iTunes, Google Play, and Stitcher! You can subscribe on those, and leave a review if you like! That would really help us out. Tell your Dota friends about us, help spread the word! Make sure to vote on the Rhythms of Riftshadow Ruins in the Steam Workshop!

Zac and Josh sit down to discuss a time way back in the past full of swamps, con men, and the ole Mississippi river. Journey with The Greatest Story Podcast back to the 1800s where we encounter the root of the American Civil War and the reconstruction of the American nation via slavery in the Deep South. In the midst of all these difficult topics lies a plethora of irony, sarcasm, and satire. Zac and Josh sit down to answer these burning questions: What is folly? What is wisdom? What does it mean to be the descendent of the king of France? Listen closely for the hint at the theme of season three of GCP. Find out the answers to these questions and more in this episode. patreon.com/TheGreatestStoryPodcast

SEE CIVICS 101 LIVE AT NHPR's CIVICS 101 SUMMIT ON SATURDAY, SEPT. 28th. CLICK HERE FOR INFO AND TICKETS!THE EVENT IS FREE FOR EDUCATORS AND STUDENTS!For more than two hundred years Americans have tried to tame the Mississippi River. And, for that entire time, the river has fought back. This week we present an episode of our sister podcast Outside/In. Journalist and author Boyce Upholt has spent dozens of nights camping along the Lower Mississippi and knows the river for what it is: both a water-moving machine and a supremely wild place. His recent book, “The Great River: The Making and Unmaking of the Mississippi River” tells the story of how engineers have made the Mississippi into one of the most engineered waterways in the world, and in turn have transformed it into a bit of a cyborg — half mechanical, half natural. In this episode, host Nate Hegyi and Upholt take us from the flood ravaged town of Greenville, Mississippi, to the small office of a group of army engineers, in a tale of faulty science, big egos and a river that will ultimately do what it wants. Featuring Boyce Upholt CLICK HERE: Visit our website to donate to the podcast, sign up for our newsletter, get free educational materials, and more!

We lost a good one as friend of the show Carrie Grimmer has passed after a battle with cancer. Doug wants to cover last night's Cardinal game inning by inning. Iggy Strode reporting Oli will be out and Skip Schumacher will be the next Cardinal manager. Speed boatin' down the Mighty Mississippi. Reports of a Mr. Ciders Hole-In-One. Kurt Grimmer on the phone lines talking about the journey of his incredible wife, Carrie. Incredible strength and perspective from Kurt. Audio of Don Lagreca down on the New York media after the Giants game this weekend. Gold Rush in CoMo this weekend. Bill O'Brien's thoughts on the Tigers ahead of the big game. Drink on the BC debacle from three years ago. Doug issues an apology for his Royals take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We lost a good one as friend of the show Carrie Grimmer has passed after a battle with cancer. Doug wants to cover last night's Cardinal game inning by inning. Iggy Strode reporting Oli will be out and Skip Schumacher will be the next Cardinal manager. Speed boatin' down the Mighty Mississippi. Reports of a Mr. Ciders Hole-In-One. Kurt Grimmer on the phone lines talking about the journey of his incredible wife, Carrie. Incredible strength and perspective from Kurt. Audio of Don Lagreca down on the New York media after the Giants game this weekend. Gold Rush in CoMo this weekend. Bill O'Brien's thoughts on the Tigers ahead of the big game. Drink on the BC debacle from three years ago. Doug issues an apology for his Royals take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

And that's a wrap!! Murph & AP caught up with RAGBRAI LI riders after they dipped their tires in the Mighty Mississippi to find out how their week of biking across Iowa went. Interviews include Nancy from Colorado Springs, the Carmona's from Illinois, and Candace & Drew from Glenwood. They also interview Ride Director Matt Phippen as he watched riders come into Burlington, and also Scott Sumpter, a vendor with Bike Iowa. Tune in every Tuesday for more Just Go Bike!

“Both engines died instantly, the hit was so hard. I immediately just kind of lay down on my bed because I knew how bad the impact was going to be. It threw my bed all the way across the room, dresser laid over, refrigerators downstairs on the floor - it was a hard impact.” Captain Doicus Langley Jr. joins Sandy and Sandra on the podcast today to share details of this perilous moment and so much more as he recounts his journey from a water-loving childhood to becoming a seasoned push boat Captain on the Mississippi River. Along the way, he discusses the contrasting experiences of working on rivers versus open water and the unique challenges of river navigation. Reflecting on the evolving technology in tugboat operations, Captain Langley describes the logistics of moving cargo from Minnesota to New Orleans as well as the immense horsepower required for steering and speed. After highlighting the competitive nature of the maritime industry and the collaborative spirit among river captains, this very special guest draws the episode to a conclusion with some valuable advice for aspiring captains, underscoring the dedication needed for a successful career in river navigation. Episode Highlights: Captain Langley Jr.'s upbringing and early love of being on the water His perspective on working on rivers vs. open water Becoming a Captain The evolution of tug operation over the years Tugs and barges The competitive side of the industry Moving a load from Minnesota to New Orleans A tug's horsepower, steering, and speed Navigating the Mississippi's hazards Running aground The Captain's worst incident His crew and its work dynamic His relationship with other Captains Advice for aspiring tug or push boat Captains Key Takeaways: "Not only does a good cook cook good food, they can be the person who kind of holds everything together because they're down there in the center of the whole boat." "Typically, people that start in the river industry stay there.” "Within a five year period, you can be sitting in the wheelhouse running a boat, maybe not as a captain, but as a pilot." "The southbound vessel proposes the place and manner of passing, while the northbound vessel has more control." "You have to, at some point in your career, be able to dedicate yourself to the boat while you're on the boat." “It can be great. I mean, it really is like a family away from home. It can also be as bad as you can imagine like a squabbling family at home, you know, like, you're having issues. So it can go both directions.” “There's definitely a huge need for people out on the river for merchant mariners in general.” Keep the adrenaline rush going at: Homepage: theadrenalinezone.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theadrenalinezone/ X: https://twitter.com/Adrenalinezonep TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theadrenalinezone  Captain Doicus Langley Jr.'s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doicus-r-langley-Jr.-24b25b95/

Author Boyce Upholt joins me on the show along with Retired Captain David Greer to discuss his upcoming book, "The Great River," due to release June 11, 2024. We address his introduction to the world between the levees paddling a canoe downriver, his time researching centuries of information to put this book together, and we hear in detail the trials and tribulations set forth by the engineering feats that maintain the Mighty Mississippi as a carrier of commerce to the rest of the world. To order your copy of "The Great River," check out... https://wwnorton.com/books/9780393867879

At least two charter schools in New Orleans held their final graduations this past spring. One of them - the Living School in New Orleans East - was known for its unique approach to education. Instead of focusing on test scores, it promoted equity, community and project-based learning. But state assessments recently gave the school an “F” ranking on standardized tests. Still, leaders and parents of students have fought to keep it open. Reporter Nate Ha covered that fight - and joins us for more about the school. The New Orleans Shakespeare Festival at Tulane is presenting “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, Abridged.” This show is a comical journey through all 37 of the bard's plays in just 90 minutes. Actors Keith Claverie, Ian Hoch and Lauren Malara join us today for more.Between fast currents and submerged trees, there's no shortage of dangers on the Mississippi River. But for more than two decades, a canoe company in the Gulf South has been working to teach kids not to fear the country's primary waterway.The Gulf States Newsroom's Danny McArthur takes us on a ride down the river with a group of kids learning both about outdoor adventure and efforts to help protect the Mighty Mississippi.___Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Diane Mack. Our managing producer is Alana Schrieber. Matt Bloom and Aubry Procell are assistant producers. Our engineer is Garrett Pittman.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at 12 and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, Google Play and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

AgEmerge Podcast Episode 136 is dedicated to David Brandt, of Brandt Farms and Walnut Creek Seed. If you know your soil health, no-till history, and follow the leaders in these areas then you know how fortunate we were to get to visit with David before his passing. Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/Hmsi9yDDtbM We lost David in a tragic vehicle accident on May 21st, 2023. Earlier that year he'd made a 2023 visit to Sinsinawa Mound in Wisconsin, where the Sinsinawa River begins its 21-mile journey to the Mighty Mississippi. He recognized the Mound as a place where this message of holistic land stewardship could flourish. He planted the seed. This vision has taken root at Sinsinawa Mound in Southwest Wisconsin. Aptly named Fields of Sinsinawa: A Farmer-Led Learning Center, brings the message of healthy soil for a healthy planet to the Midwest and beyond. David is often referred to as the “godfather” of conservation agriculture and soil health. His message has had worldwide impact. He mentored many farmers who admired his practical approach and the ways he generously shared what he learned from the soil during his 50-year farming career. You'll find more information on how to connect with the Fields of Sinsinawa: A Farmer-Led Learning Center here: https://mcusercontent.com/d34a1e6b8b607f4dc0d40fa39/files/eb5a6547-135e-e5f2-cea2-5ac0f4d75e45/Fos_Funding_Packet_d9.pdf Donate to the Fields of Sinsinawa: A Farmer-Led Learning Center here: https://mcusercontent.com/d34a1e6b8b607f4dc0d40fa39/files/d4beeef8-68e3-3555-c5db-5a7b19a20fd3/FoS_Donation_Sheet.pdf More about David's Farming Legacy: David had been no-tilling since 1971, back when they called it trash farming and a whole list of other things. But David would not be deterred, he continued to test systems, implemented cover crops and utilized livestock to improve soil health. Listen in to this great conversation as he and Monte talked about the history, the present, and the exciting future on their farm. David Brandt farmed 950-acres all no-till, in Fairfield County, which is located in central Ohio. He began no-till farming in 1971 and had been using cover crops since 1978. David participated in yield plots for corn, soybeans, and wheat into various covers. This information has been used by seed growers as well as county agents and universities to encourage other farmers to adapt no-till practices in their farming operations. He had also been planting various blends of cover crops to find out what benefits they provide to improve soil health. David was co-owner of Walnut Creek Seeds, LLC with his son and daughter-in-law Jay and Ann Brandt. David had articles published in Farm Journal, Ohio Farmer, Country Journal, and numerous no-till journals. He worked in cooperation with The Ohio State University, the University of Illinois, Penn State University, Purdue University, and Milan Research Farm in Tennessee. David was most recently working with OSU Randall Reeder and Dr. Islam on reducing input costs of fertilizers and herbicides using various cover crops which improve soil health. The results of this study have been published in the International Soil and Water Conservation Research journal. (March 2014, Vol. 2, No. 1) He was also working with the regional NRCS soils lab in Greensboro, North Carolina on the benefits of cover crops to improve soil health. www.walnutcreekseeds.com Got questions you want answered? Send them our way and we'll do our best to research and find answers. Know someone you think would be great on the AgEmerge stage or podcast? Send your questions or suggestions to kim@asn.farm we'd love to hear from you

Should Peter LemonJello, who has high income, and his wife, who is retired with zero income, file their taxes as married filing separately so they can start Roth conversions? What are the tax implications of Roth conversions for Randy in Chi-town, an early retiree in the 32% tax bracket? Caity with a C in SLC is self-employed and over the income max to contribute to a Roth, so now what? And Ben in Oceanside, CA wants to know what impact Roth conversions will have on required minimum distributions after age 73? Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA spitball on all these Roth conversion tax reduction strategies, today on Your Money, Your Wealth® podcast 466. Plus, does the math make sense on a company-matched Kai-Zen indexed universal life insurance policy for Kickass Seabass in New Jersey? Ed in Virginia wants to know the earnings limits for family Social Security benefits. But first, can JJ in Florida's retirement portfolio handle withdrawals of $150,000 per year? And from the banks of the Mighty Mississippi, what should midwestfabs' post-employment asset allocation be? Access this week's free financial resources and the episode transcript in the podcast show notes, and Ask Joe & Big Al On Air for your Retirement Spitball Analysis, at https://bit.ly/ymyw-466 Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:12 - Can Our Retirement Portfolio Handle $150K Annual Withdrawals? (JJ, FL) 04:08 - What Should My Asset Allocation Be, Post-Employment? (Midwestfabs) 11:43 - 2024 Financial Market Outlook: read the blog by Brian Perry, CFP®, CFA, Pure Financial Advisors' Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer  12:39 - Tax Spitball: Married Filing Separate and Start Roth Conversions? (Peter LemonJello, FL) 14:58 - Roth Conversion Tax Implications for an Early Retiree in the 32% Bracket (Randy, Chicago) 21:34 - Self-Employed and Over the Max to Contribute to Roth – Now What? (Caity, Salt Lake City) 25:07 - Impact of Roth Conversions After Age 73 on RMDs (Ben, Oceanside, CA) 28:12 - Mile Markers to Retirement - YMYW TV Retirement Readiness Guide - free download 28:52 - Does the Math Make Sense on a Company-Matched Kai-Zen IUL Policy? (Kickass Seabass, NJ) 34:53 - Social Security Family Benefits Earnings Limits (Ed, VA) 42:42 - The Derails

In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting a true Canadian icon, Ricardo – a renowned chef, author, television personality, and entrepreneur. Notably, he's a recipient of the Order of Canada and the Ordre national du Québec for his contributions to the nation. Even after selling his business to Sobeys in 2021, Ricardo continues to be a media and food powerhouse, producing content at a prodigious level. In the news, we discuss the mighty Mississippi Waterway, the impacts on this climate change transportation corridor, and its North American food cost implications. We explore pressing topics like the Dairy Farmers' recent decisions to hold back on recommending a rate increase for 2024 and the fifth anniversary of cannabis legalization from both positive and negative angles. We unpack what a SNAP program is and how it could help feed Canadians that need help. Lastly, Michael visits Harlem and Red Rooster restaurant. Be sure to check out the Coffee Association of Canada's annual conference, and stop by and say hi to Sylvain and Michael in their pop-up podcast studio! About RicardoChef, author, television personality, entrepreneur: Ricardo is all that. Recognized throughout Canada, he represents a brand that embodies a contemporary vision of family life. His mission? To inspire, educate and bring people together to cook and eat together.His company offers a multiplatform culinary experience to Canadians. Among its main achievements:a magazine read by over 650,000 people every issuericardocuisine.com, the reference among Canadian cooking websites, with 7,000 recipes and 4.4 million monthly visitorsOver 1.2 million fans on social mediaa television show on ICI Radio-Canada Télé for the past 21 years and a number of other productions presented here and abroad13 books in French and 6 books in English, all bestsellersthree boutiques and three restaurants in Saint-Lambert, Quebec City and Lavalan online boutique offering the entire range of RICARDO productsa RICARDO ready-to-eat counter at the Galeries de la Capitale in Quebec Citya collection of cooking accessories available in 600 outlets across Canadaa range of over 100 RICARDO food products available exclusively at IGA, including some now sold in Sobeys stores in OntarioTrained at the Institut de tourisme et d'hôtellerie du Québec (ITHQ), Ricardo continued his studies with a degree in broadcasting from Ottawa's Algonquin College before embarking on his well-known career as a communicator.Over the last several years, Ricardo was appointed to the Order of Canada and the Ordre national du Québec, thanks to his efforts to make the culinary arts accessible to all and for his involvement in various social causes. In 2017, he received an honorary degree from the Institut de tourisme et d'hôtellerie du Québec for his career achievements. He was also awarded an honorary doctorate in nutrition by Université Laval along with his wife Brigitte for their contributions to culinary issues and nutrition in Quebec.A man of compassion, Ricardo has been the spokesperson for over 15 years for La Tablée des Chefs, an organization whose mission is to feed people in need and to develop culinary education for youth. His commitment and devotion to young people has been rewarded with a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.Lastly, along with architect Pierre Thibault and triathlete Pierre Lavoie, Ricardo is one of the founding members of Lab-École, a non-profit organization that aims to bring together multidisciplinary expertise to design the environment of tomorrow's schools.About UsDr. Sylvain Charlebois is a Professor in food distribution and policy in the Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University in Halifax. He is also the Senior Director of the Agri-food Analytics Lab, also located at Dalhousie University. Before joining Dalhousie, he was affiliated with the University of Guelph's Arrell Food Institute, which he co-founded. Known as “The Food Professor”, his current research interest lies in the broad area of food distribution, security and safety. Google Scholar ranks him as one of the world's most cited scholars in food supply chain management, food value chains and traceability.He has authored five books on global food systems, his most recent one published in 2017 by Wiley-Blackwell entitled “Food Safety, Risk Intelligence and Benchmarking”. He has also published over 500 peer-reviewed journal articles in several academic publications. Furthermore, his research has been featured in several newspapers and media groups, including The Lancet, The Economist, the New York Times, the Boston Globe, the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, BBC, NBC, ABC, Fox News, Foreign Affairs, the Globe & Mail, the National Post and the Toronto Star.Dr. Charlebois sits on a few company boards, and supports many organizations as a special advisor, including some publicly traded companies. Charlebois is also a member of the Scientific Council of the Business Scientific Institute, based in Luxemburg. Dr. Charlebois is a member of the Global Food Traceability Centre's Advisory Board based in Washington DC, and a member of the National Scientific Committee of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) in Ottawa.About MichaelMichael is the Founder & President of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc. and a Senior Advisor to Retail Council of Canada and the Bank of Canada as part of his advisory and consulting practice. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, Today's Shopping Choice and Pandora Jewellery.   Michael has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. He has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions with C-level executives and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels. ReThink Retail has added Michael to their prestigious Top Global Retail Influencers list for 2023 for the third year in a row.Michael is also the president of Maven Media, producing a network of leading trade podcasts, including Remarkable Retail , with best-selling author Steve Dennis, now ranked one of the top retail podcasts in the world. Based in San Francisco, Global eCommerce Leaders podcast explores global cross-border issues and opportunities for eCommerce brands and retailers. Last but not least, Michael is the producer and host of the "Last Request Barbeque" channel on YouTube, where he cooks meals to die for - and collaborates with top brands as a food and product influencer across North America

This week we are talking with Matthew Hengst about him and his girlfriend Jen's summer adventure paddling down the entire Mississippi River from it's Source in Minnesota to the sea down in Louisiana!! This one is EPIC!! Through their adventure they battled giant oil ships, river alligators, lightning storms, flooding campsites, and much much more!! As someone who grew up in a town on the banks of the Mississippi I was completely fascinated by Matthew's tales. This is pure adventure at it's core and it is such a unique experience that traveling down the river captures the imagination. It also shows how adventure let's you experience a place at a deep level. Matthew taught me things about the Mississippi that only one who has traversed it over months could know. It seemed like truly a beautiful if not often brutal experience! Enjoy!! MORE FROM MATTHEW HENGST: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/firstchurchofthemasochisthikes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattonamtn/ Website: http://www.firstchurchofthemasochist.com/

Season is here! On this week's episode of the Duck Gun Podcast. I travel to my Early Teal Hunting Destination. I'm joined by Hunter and we talk all this come up for a extended weekend of chasing Early Season Teal on the Mighty Mississippi!    Duck Gun Chronicles - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk6KCRJMpO2Ji-JjA3QYDzw?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/176135489667077/ Duck Gun Insta - https://www.instagram.com/duckgunchronicles/ Motion Decoys - https://motionducks.com - Promo code DuckGun10 OnX - https://www.onxmaps.com/ https://weatherby.com/ Patreon - www.patreon/duckgunchronicles Final Approach - https://www.rogerssportinggoods.com

Join us this week in our first episode of Season 2 of Games from the Cellar. We ride the tide of the Mighty Mississippi in the 1997 Classic, Mississippi Queen! Mississippi Queen, designed by Werner Hodel, was first published by Rio Grande Games in the US in 1997. Mississippi Queen won the Spiel des Jares in 1997. Episode Summary Embark on a journey with us as we navigate the thrilling world of Mississippi Queen, the classic 25-year-old steamboat racing board game. We cover all of the challenges and surprises that can alter the course of the race at any moment, and delve into the nuances that make this game a unique experience. Our conversation isn't restricted to just the game's history and elements. We've got a treasure trove of strategic insights to share, useful for newbies and seasoned players. We'll reveal our thoughts on the game's mechanics, the strategic challenge of picking up passengers mid-race, and how a single wrong turn can significantly shift the game's outcome. We'll recount our personal experiences during our adrenaline-fueled round of the game, emphasizing how the thrill of the race can keep you on the edge of your seat, right till the very end. We also highlight the game's adaptability for different audiences, making it a perfect choice for a family game night. So hold onto your seats and get ready for a riveting deep-dive into the world of Mississippi Queen. Whether you're a long-standing fan or a curious newbie, this lively discussion promises an enjoyable ride for all.   Show notes created with assistance from https://podium.page / / / / / You can Listen to Us: Spotify || Apple Podcasts || Google Podcasts || YouTube You can Support Us: Patreon || Merch: Redbubble || Leave a Rating & Review wherever you listen. Ratings & Reviews are the easy and free way to show us your support. You can Follow Us: Twitter || Bluesky || Instagram || Discord  / / / / /  

Wally Werderich, a man who was a part of a canoe team that paddled the length of the Mississippi River in under 17 days, shares his journey. Wally and his team (Scott Miller, Joe Mann, Paul Cox) traveled roughly 2,350 miles in under 17 days, which is a Guinness World Record. The group dodged barges, […]

Here is a recap of Day 7 on the 2023 RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride. We rode our bikes about 67 miles and about 1,600 feet of climb, starting in Coralville, passing through the great communities of Iowa City, West Liberty, Muscatine, Buffalo and then ending our ride across Iowa at the Mighty Mississippi in Davenport! Thanks for tuning in to listen to Murph and AP share their daily recaps!! www.RAGBRAI.com www. murphologypodcast.com

There's a growing legal movement across the globe to grant natural entities like forests and rivers the same legal rights as humans. And it's catching on in the US. As Juanpablo Ramirez Franco with the Mississippi River Basin Ag and Water Desk reports, Indigenous-led campaigns to recognize the legal rights of natural entities like wild rice, salmon and lakes are setting the stage for a nascent movement on the Mighty Mississippi. The talk is already heating up in this fall's gubernatorial race here in Louisiana, with fundraising in full swing and attack ads already on the airwaves. Now, a group of Louisiana's largest public affairs organizations are setting out to educate not just the voting public – but also the candidates themselves – about the issues important to the state. Barry Erwin, president and CEO of Council for a Better Louisiana, tells us more about this nonpartisan effort from RESET Louisiana.  Community college enrollment may be on the decline nationwide, but Louisiana schools are bucking this trend. W. Chandler LeBoeuf, Governmental and Public Affairs Officer for the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, tells us why and explains how this benefits the state's higher education system. Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Adam Vos. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber and our digital editor is Katelyn Umholtz. Our engineers are Garrett Pittman and Aubry Procell.  You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at 12:00 and 7:30 pm. It's available on Spotify, Google Play, and wherever you get your podcasts.  Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to. Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iowa State University Extension Agronomist Virgil Schmidt in Southeast Iowa along the Mighty Mississippi joins us with an update of field conditions with widely varying soil temps in his territory; a 20-degree difference between Lee and Jackson Counties. Alan Brugler from Brugler Marketing fills us in on the days market activity and the factors causing all markets to fall into the red. To end the hour, Rebecca Vittetoe from ISU Extension in East Central Iowa has some information on their May 17 Crop Scouting School and how to get involved!

Tales of Terror and Fright on the Mighty Mississippi? From the Northern Ozarks along the Mississippi River: From the Piasa Bird, The Elijah Lovejoy Murder, Tales of a Voodoo Witch and Suicidal Teacher to Robert E Lee and Abraham Lincoln at Bloody Island and more. Josh & Lisa discuss noir tales from the Dark Ozarks, including the connections that are not what you expect. What questions would you like answered next week? Thank you for supporting Dark Ozarks to promote history. We truly appreciate you! ~~Josh, Lisa &Alex ©️ Dark Ozarks, 2023

Cruise Boi: It's a special Thirsty Thursday Jim and Them because Jim is about to embark on his first Cruise! On planet Earth anyway...Truth Or Dare: Madonna releases a cringe tour announcement video featuring Jack Black, Amy Schumer, Lil Wayne, Judd Apatow AND MORE!Scream-CAST: First we discuss the new release Gerard Butler/Mike Colter action blockbuster PLANE and then we break down the new trailer for Scream VI, theories and all!LET'S JUST TALK!, BOOGIE NIGHTS!, THIRSTY THURSDAY!, IMPROMPTU SHOW!, JEFF IN THE BATHROOM!, VAMPING!, CRUISE BOY!, STARCRUISER!, ROYAL CARIBBEAN!, CHEESY!, BAHAMAS!, CLEAR BEACHES!, CLEAR WATER!, CASINOS!, LAS VEGAS!, HAWAII!, MAUI!, WHITE SAND!, SWIMMING PIGS!, EXCURSIONS!, HENLEY-CAST!, CHAIN!, HOODIE!, SPIRIT JERSEY!, WINTER!, SPLASH MOUNTAIN!, PRINCESS TIANA!, CLOSING!, NEW THEMING!, MAGIC KINGDOM!, THEME PARKS!, SONG OF THE SOUTH!, MADONNA!, A-LIST!, RELEVANT?!, JACK BLACK!, AMY SCHUMER!, TRUTH OR DARE!, WEIRD AL MOVIE!, SEX BOOK!, ERIC ANDRE!, STARFUCKER!, SAD AND GROSS!, KATE BERLANT!, MEG STATLER!, HAGENOMICS!, ROBIN WILLIAMS!, KERMIT THE FROG!, WORLD TOUR!, CELEBRATION TOUR!, ANDROID!, ROBOT!, FRANKENSTEIN!, MUSIC!, RAY OF LIGHT!, 4 MINUTES!, JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE!, TIMBALAND!, HOWARD STERN!, AEROSMITH!, TOM PETTY!, BANDS TO SEE WHILE THEY ALIVE!, JOHN WILLIAMS!, CONDUCTER!, LEGEND!, 90!, LIFE IS LONG!, MIGHTY MISSISSIPPI!, HUCK FINN!, TOM SAWYER!, COMPOSER!, YOU'LL SEE PA!, FUCKING TWO CHICKS!, COMMENTARY!, RADIO SILENCE!, SCREAM VI!, NEW YORK CITY!, JASON TAKES MANHATTAN!, STATEN ISLAND FERRY!, MATTHEW LILLARD!, SUPERNATURAL!, AN ACTUAL GHOST!, COURTNEY COX!, GAIL WEATHERS!, STU!, RANDY!, RIAN JOHNSON!, THE LAST JEDI!, SNYDERVERSE!,You can find the videos from this episode at our Discord RIGHT HERE!

Arkansas farmers are still recovering from one of the worst droughts in recent decades on the Mississippi River. Dry weather across the United States over the summer caused the Mighty Mississippi’s water levels to dip so low this fall that thousands of barges got stuck in the mud, halting trade on one of America’s most vital waterways. The timing of the drought coincided with the height of harvest season for farmers, causing potentially big losses for those who didn’t have storage for crops that could not be loaded onto barges. At Poinsett Rice & Grain’s port near Osceola, more than a hundred trucks — double the usual number – have been arriving daily this December to try to offload crops that weren’t shipped earlier this year. Water levels are higher now but the fallout from the drought will be felt for months as farmers, and the supply chains responsible for transporting their goods, recover losses. Capitol & Scott visited Poinsett Port where Jeff Worsham, port manager, discusses how the extreme weather event continues to impact business. Hunter Biram, an assistant professor and agricultural economist with the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture, also joins the show to discuss what 2022’s historic drought means for commodity markets now and in years to come. Additional reading: Drought snarls Mississippi River transit in blow to farmers Arkansas farmers paying price of low water Record low Mississippi River levels have Arkansas farmers dealing with challenges Let us know what topics would you like to hear about in future episodes: arkansasonline.com/capitol-and-scott/

The mighty Mississippi River cuts the United States essentially in half from Northern Minnesota all the way down to the Gulf of Mexico. It has a lot of history and romance around its waters, and is also one of America's most important routes for commerce. More than 1 trillion pounds of goods travel down the river each year. But, as water levels have dropped significantly in key parts of the river, it's stopped some ships cold. The river is now backed up with billions of dollars of corn, wheat, fertilizer and steel, waiting for water levels to rise again. What happens when one of the most important rivers in the world's largest economy can't keep a boat afloat? Michael Hirtzer, an agriculture reporter for Bloomberg in Chicago, joins this episode to answer that question. Wes also checks in with Captain E. Michael Bopp, a Mississippi River pilot and President of the Crescent River Port Pilot Association, and Clint Willson, Director of the LSU Center for River Studies,. for more on what it's like to work on and study this critical river. Learn more about this story here: https://bloom.bg/3ToEljC Listen to The Big Take podcast every weekday and subscribe to our daily newsletter: https://bloom.bg/3F3EJAK  Have questions or comments for Wes and the team? Reach us at bigtake@bloomberg.net.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The extremes of climate change are wreaking havoc on the Mississippi. Over the past two months, this critical waterway has seen below average rainfall. In some places, water levels haven't been this low for more than 30 years. NPR's Debbie Elliot explains how that is helping the salty waters of the Gulf of Mexico push upriver, threatening municipal and commercial water supplies.Then Juanpablo Ramirez-Franco and Eva Tesfaye, of The Mississippi River Basin Ag and Water Desk, show us how life on the river can be just as hard when climate change produces too much water. In participating regions, you'll also hear a local news segment to help you make sense of what's going on in your community.Email us at considerthis@npr.org.

Jamie talks with Al Giese, a farmer in O'Brien County, Iowa, where record-setting land prices are the talk of the area. A dry summer means corn on corn yields are taking a hit, but prices remain high because of extreme demand due to ethanol and feed lots in Iowa. Want more? Check out this Ag Web article: https://www.agweb.com/news/business/farmland/new-record-iowa-farm-joins-26000-acre-clubFollow us on social media! FB:  https://m.facebook.com/thewatertableag/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thewatertableag/Website:  https://www.watertable.ag/the-podcast/Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1538507698Subscribe to our Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/001MKyL5nMw6jUpuuz9aGdListen on Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xMzg5OTEwLnJzcw== Episode Topics:  0:00 Welcome to The Water Table Podcast0:33 Al Giese, Farmer in Northwest Iowa1:10 Soybean harvest – done!1:17 Corn harvest – 2/3 done, but the wind is wreaking havoc1:30 Yields lag behind last year thanks to a lack of moisture3:00 Variable yields; corn, 175-210 bushels per acre; soybeans, 55-65 bushels per acre3:18 Corn on corn takes a big hit4:04 Revenue per acre is still strong4:30 Ammonia application – a big question mark4:45 An on-time spring, but very spotty moisture5:45 Next year – prices look good but input costs are up7:00 Export demand is lagging, the Mighty Mississippi is low7:45 The 3-legged stool in agriculture: exports, livestock and biofuels, especially ethanol8:37 Biggest concern is subsoil moisture8:55 Record land price set in Western Iowa, $26k per acre10:35 Who is buying – investors or farmers?12:30 Challenges and benefits12:55 Wrapping up – have a safe harvest!

Barges heading down the Mississippi River carry most of the United State's soy beans, corn and other crop exports to a global market. But, the river's role as a trade superhighway goes back hundreds if not thousand of years. In his new book “Life on the Mississippi” best-selling author Rinker Buck writes about floating from Pittsburgh to New Orleans in a wooden flat boat, following the same water routes taken by thousands of flatboats that carried goods downstream in the 19th century. MPR News guest host Chris Farrell talks with Rinker and a local river historian about the forgotten history of the flatboat era, modern river communities and why so many of us love the Mighty Mississippi. Rinker Buck is the author of “Life on the Mississippi: An Epic American Adventure” and is the New York Times bestselling author of “The Oregon Trail.” He lives in Tennessee. John Anfinson retired in 2021 as the superintendent of the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, a national park focused on the 72-mile stretch of the river as it flows through the greater Twin Cities. He's been researching, writing and speaking about the upper Mississippi River for over 35 years.

Travel opens you up to the World.  You can explore cultures and traditions. You can open you mind and your heart.  You can let your imagination run and start dreaming.  Do you want to run with the Bulls in Pamplona?  Or what about going in the deep blue sea caves in Capri.  Maybe just lie on the beach in St. Tropez.  And that's what I am all about. Making your travel dreams come true!!!! There is one ship line that comes to mind that has not only long boats but Ocean liners and Expeditions….and that would be Viking.Let me tell you a bit more about Viking first.  Their River Cruises go to Europe/Asia/Egypt and the Mighty Mississippi.  Yes…the Mississippi!Then you have their Ocean Liner…going to the Scandinavian and Northern Europe area.  American and Caribbean region/The Mediterranean and Quiet Mediterranean Seasons.  Asia and Australia…and then blow the horns strike up the band…. the Grand Voyage.  I don't want to say it's around the world…but dang close to it.Collage Travel Radio may be focused on the travel industry, but it brings you great light and bright music streaming on the internet 24/7 and is absolutely free.  Not elevator music…the great music from the 60's to today's hits.   The station is for the independent traveler and for travel advisors and just anyone that loves music and travel … All you got to do is click and listen to Collage Travel Radio.com.

Today's episode explores the other end of the Mighty Mississippi by welcoming Trevor Russell, Water Program Director with Friends of the Mississippi River. Based in Minnesota, Russell paints a picture of the upper river, discusses his organization's work to enhance the health of the Mississippi River from the Twin Cities and beyond. In particular, he highlights the organization's award-winning State of the River report, the Mississippi River Restoration & Resilience Initiative (MRRRI) Act they are advocating for along with the Mississippi River Network, and more!

Today's episode explores the other end of the Mighty Mississippi by welcoming Trevor Russell, Water Program Director with Friends of the Mississippi River (https://fmr.org/). Based in Minnesota, Russell paints a picture of the upper river, discusses his organization's work to enhance the health of the Mississippi River from the Twin Cities and beyond. In particular, he highlights the organization's award-winning State of the River report, the Mississippi River Restoration & Resilience Initiative (MRRRI) Act (https://fmr.org/tags/mrrri) they are advocating for along with the Mississippi River Network (https://1mississippi.org/), and more!

On this episode of Low Budget Live (Not So Live), Luke runs his mouth on the road from Hot Springs, Arkansas, and is joined by BPT pro, Stephen Browning at the Xpress Boats Bar and Grill! Luke and Stephen talk the current state of bass fishing, floating every single mile of the Mighty Mississippi, Bass Pro Tour invite snubs, ear hair trouble and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Jacques spoke with John Ruskey, one of the most knowledgeable river guides and paddlers of the Mississippi River. John shares his life experiences gathered from over 40 years paddling the Mighty Mississippi. Tune in to learn about John's work and how you too can experience the Mississippi firsthand!

This week, Jacques spoke with John Ruskey, one of the most knowledgeable river guides and paddlers of the Mississippi River. John shares his life experiences gathered from over 40 years paddling the Mighty Mississippi. Tune in to learn about John's work and how you too can experience the Mississippi firsthand!

On today's episode, Jacques and Simone interview author Mary Ann Sternberg who has written a number of books, articles, essays and more about Louisiana's unique places and people. Mary Ann discusses her writing, how Louisiana's environment has inspired it and highlights some experiences that provided a unique vantage point of the Mighty Mississippi. Learn more about Mary Ann and her writing at https://www.maryannsternberg.com/.

On today's episode, Jacques and Simone interview author Mary Ann Sternberg who has written a number of books, articles, essays and more about Louisiana's unique places and people. Mary Ann discusses her writing, how Louisiana's environment has inspired it and highlights some experiences that provided a unique vantage point of the Mighty Mississippi. Learn more about Mary Ann and her writing at https://www.maryannsternberg.com/.

Eric Endries is an outdoorsman and adventure seeker. He is a 21 year Veteran of the US Army, including 3 combat tours. In 2021 he spent 94 days canoeing the entire length of the Mississippi River with a small team from Warrior Expeditions. We talk the Might Mississippi, Afalatcha swamp, Remoteness of the Lower Miss, beautify of the Driftless and more. Subscribe now to the Buffalo Roamer Podcast for more stories of adventure.New episodes every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month. www.buffaloroamer.comWe talk the Mighty Mississippi, river angles and more.

Get ready for our fifth bonus episode because it's all about the Mighty Mississippi (and one other random topic). In this episode, Lisa and Amy discuss questions and topics from Trixie Belden and The Mystery on the Mississippi. You'll learn about the history of the Mississippi River and its impact on American life. Also, discover some interesting facts about the indigenous inhabitants in the St. Louis area and the Cahokia people. Add in some tidbits about the Secret Service and the FBI, as well as tourist sites you may want to visit, and you've got an abundance of new knowledge! There's no starter and no ender--just content and conversation. Sit back, relax and join us as we tackle these subjects and more. Please rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts. It's free to subscribe, and you can still listen on your favorite platform.  Just click on the link below, select listen on Apple iTunes, then choose ratings and reviews. It's just that easy and it really helps us out a lot! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/books-from-the-basement/id1544343334If you want to help us keep our podcast ad-free, please go to www.buymeacoffee.com/booksbasement where you can make a donation by buying us a "book" instead of a coffee!             Visit our FB Page: www.facebook/booksfromthebasement Join our FB Group: www.facebook.com/groups/booksfromthebasementpcFollow us on Twitter: @books_basementThank you Sara Pack for helping us with our grammar and punctuation questions! Sara is an editor and can be found on Upwork or at sarapackediting.com 

Joe Solomon, of Kayaking 4 A Cause, joins Matthew and James for a talk about his adventures. Joe was recently cut short of Kayaking the entire Mississippi River.  Delayed by Hurricane Ida, Joe will return to the Mighty Mississippi before the years end to complete his goal.  Joe has many miles of paddling under his belt.  All of which are in an effort to promote mental health awareness, the driving force behind Kayaking for a cause. To donate or sponsor: https://www.k4c2021.com/ Venmo - @Joseph-Solomon

Lint Power, Mighty Mississippi in Reverse, Another Pi Record, Deadline Day and Tightening Travel Rules!

In this news filled, two time zone episode, Joe, Jen, and Tom cover the latest news, photos, controversies, plus the return of #HorseNews! Then we get into the topic of the day, where we respond to a selection of comments based on the last two weeks of official show photos. It gets spicy! Marvel as Joe looks up maps! Be in awe as Jen discusses the majesty of chickens on the beach! Sit back, as Tom goes off on a rant - or two! As always, spoilers abound, as do thoughts on the Mighty Mississippi!News: https://weavesofthewheel.com/2021/08/welcome-milos-konigsmark-to-the-wheel-of-time-family/https://twitter.com/geekyeri/status/1430257712453931008https://twitter.com/UnravelingWoT/status/1430580374782955521?s=20https://www.iltalehti.fi/viihdeuutiset/a/432384dd-1be0-4ce3-8e08-1319e32fc623https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJWtTnAHhEG5w4uN0udnUQ/community?lb=UgwqxkgXRloIXNwiAht4AaABCQPlease show your support by rating/reviewing us. http://getpodcast.reviews/id/1479634263https://www.thegreatblight.com/creator-talkaranrhiodhttps://www.talkaranrhiod.com/Email: podcast@talkaranrhiod.comTwitter: @arantalkInstagram: talk_aran_rhiodJoin us on Discord: https://dsc.gg/talkaranrhiodMerch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/talkaranrhiodSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/talkaranrhiod)

The Mississippi River Join us today as we continue to explore some of the most significant rivers in the world. Today we learn about a great American river, the Mighty Mississippi. Sources: https://kids.kiddle.co/Mississippi_River https://fishingbooker.com/blog/ultimate-fishing-guide-mississippi-river/ https://www.nps.gov/miss/riverfacts https://www.britannica.com/place/Mississippi-River https://mississippiriverdelta.org/whats-at-stake/wildlife https://experiencemississippiriver.com/top-5-birds-to-see-on-the-great-river-road/ https://kids.britannica.com/students/article/Mississippi-River/275868 Send us listener mail! Send an audio message: anchor.fm/inquisikids-daily/message Send an email: podcast@inquisikids.com

The Great Mississippi and Missouri Rivers Flood of 1993 affected both great bodies of life giving water and those that feed them along the way…..was a flood that occurred in the Midwestern United States, along the Mississippi and Missouri rivers and their tributaries, from April to October 1993…..we pick this up in progress right here...on this day in weather history.

Patriot Hunts hosts events around the country for veterans, first responders and families of those lost in service to others. We take you along on a trip along the Mighty Mississippi to hear how the great outdoors is being used to help heal. Edited By Ryan Beintema @rbp7 Executive Producer/Host Gary Metivier http://metiviermedia.com/ Find us on facebook https://www.facebook.com/metiviermedia/ Original Score by Roger Metivier

This week is the RAGBRAI Route Inspection Ride, where a select crew of cyclists ride the route to meet up with towns across the state and also to literally inspect the roads for road hazards, potential traffic issues, and report back to the county and state. We will be posting a podcast episode each day to give you highlights of what we experience. Today's episode provides a recap of Day 7, De Witt to the Mighty Mississippi in Clinton. And don't forget, if you are a newbie and have a question, we have a RAGBRAI 101 hotline you can call in and leave a message for a future episode! The RAGBRAI 101 hotline is 1-515-303-0385.

It is 2021! Get Caught Trying to Make the World Better! Best Safety Podcast, Safety Program, Safety Storytelling, Investigations, Human Performance, Safety Differently, Operational Excellence, Resilience Engineering, Safety and Resilience Incentives... Give this a listen. Thanks for listening and tell your friends.  See you on Audible...all my books are up on there.  One of them is read by a British dude - it is like a Harry Potter book!  Have a great day as well. 

Floating Down the Mississippi From the headwaters in Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico, some music from every state we pass If you can’t hear it live - most Crackin the Vault shows will be available on the Centrum podcast channel: https://centrum.org/artists-in-place/crackin-the-vault-2/ Thanks for listening, have fun! Peter

Here at the confluence of the fourth largest watershed on Earth, most St. Louisans don't connect with our big rivers - or our community tributaries - beyond an occasional public event. How to  help us relate to the value, needs and health of our waters? Convening presenters from local, DC and global advocacy groups, this is the Global Freshwaters Summit's intent.           Organizer Laura Madden grew up in St. Louis on Coldwater Creek, now notoriously contaminated by radioactive waste. From a visit here with DC colleague and friend Myra Jackson, these women have rallied colleagues in environmental and social action, coordinating a virtual event hosted by the Missouri Historical Society around their landmark "Mighty Mississippi" exhibit.  Conference sessions and a film festival take place April 19-23, on Zoom. Registration is free. Overflowing the banks of "normal" Earth Week events, this summit aims to Change In One Generation how we humans relate to freshwater resources - and each other. THANKS to Andy Heaslet, Earthworms Engineer, with a shout-out to Andy Coco and Jon Valley, KDHX production staff. Related Earthworms Conversations: Related Earthworms Conversations: Mighty Mississippi Exhibit with curator David Lobbig (Dec 2019)  Living with Rivers: Big Muddy MO (Feb 2019)  

Jackson requests a fire tune for the return music. Movies. Golf talk. Traveling. Italy. Rams lawsuit focus group. This is very interesting. Trial vs. Settlement. Article in STL Today about the state spending $100,000 to study the bid to keep the Rams in STL. The dais breaks it down. Surfing on the Mighty Mississippi. Kroenke. Bay Hill update. Drops of the Week. Doug wants longer cuts. 

Jackson requests a fire tune for the return music. Movies. Golf talk. Traveling. Italy. Rams lawsuit focus group. This is very interesting. Trial vs. Settlement. Article in STL Today about the state spending $100,000 to study the bid to keep the Rams in STL. The dais breaks it down. Surfing on the Mighty Mississippi. Kroenke. Bay Hill update. Drops of the Week. Doug wants longer cuts. 

When you think of hauntings, we generally associate them with residential places, hospitals, cemeteries... But some hauntings aren't just designated to locations. Discussing the Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok, Thailand. From snakes, to rodents, to poltergeists, and mass numbers of suicides. There's quite a story behind the 8,000 acres of land. James Dean had a desire for luxury that ended up being his downfall, the infamous Cursed Porsche. Then, take a trip down the Mighty Mississippi on the Delta Queen! Thank you for your continued support. Check out our podcast network by visiting: The Prescribed Films Podcast Network Follow us on Facebook: Beauty and the Screams Facebook Follow us on Instagram: Beauty and the Screams Instagram Follow us on Twitter: Beauty and the Screams Twitter Purchase show Merchandise: Beauty and the Screams Merchandise Email us directly at: beautyandthescreams@gmail.com ♥ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/beautyandthescreams/support

008 - Brian Hoover He lives in a van, down by the river ... and he f@&#ing loves it! Bonafide Van-lifer, Pacific Crest Trail hiker, Mississippi River paddler, and - if his past performance is any indication of future success - soon to be Baja Trail Mountain Biker. On the podcast today, we swap river stories with Brian Hoover and relive moments of his 111 day journey kayaking the Mighty Mississippi. He tells us how he structured his ChronoTrack timing business around his ongoing, 3 year old journey into adventure living, escaping perceived death in a bayou sugarcane field, and how a boisterous boy from Oklahoma can own a life of purpose, adventure, and happiness.

Carli and Criswell talk about the Mighty Mississippi. Criswell also shares a quote from Mark Twain, who, before he became a writer, was a riverboat pilot. For an online lesson about the Mississippi River -- or for more stories like this -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org. 

And now for something different:Fall 1983 Southern University A & M Baton Rouge, LA. Off the Mighty Mississippi river, the dorm was William James Hall. The room was 219. Floating out for this room was an abundance of jazz, day and night. Depending on what time of day it was and who was manning the cassette player would decide what tunes you could here. Entering the room was class time. Even if it was not an official class, there were lessons to be learned. Influenced by Detroit's legendary WJZZ, the instructors would pass around knowledge. From funky to smooth, from traditional to vocalese, it was played in 219. Here is a tribute to those instructors that lived in 219 William James and the knowledge that they pass to us.The Essence: Deodato: Also Sprach ZarathustraThe Crusaders: Rodeo Drive (High Steppin')George Benson: California Dreamin'Grover Washington Jr: Soulful StrutThe Rippingtons: Indian Summer (feat. Russ Freeman)Bobbi Humphrey: Harlem River DriveLee Ritenour: Lil' Bumpin'Stanley Turrentine: GibraltarGerry Mulligan: Goin' Out of My HeadGeorge Benson & Al Jarreau: Breezin'Marion Meadows: Just in TimeHerbie Hancock: ChameleonTania Maria: Come With MeHerb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass: A Taste of HoneyFourplay: 101 EastboundAlexander Zonjic: N'Est Ce PasRonnie Laws: Always ThereJeff Lorber: Rain DanceSpyro Gyra: Morning DanceDonald Byrd: (Falling Like) DominoesStanley Clarke: East River Drive____________________Thanks for listening and be sure to share the music with your friends. Download a copy and share with like minded people. Android Nation!  Get the KEWL Lounge app in your Google Play store, Free! From the comfort of your smart phone, tablet, & computer quick access to all things KEWL in the KEWL Lounge. Websites, music, podcast, store, Facebook, Twitter, and contact info all in one app.Listen to the KEWL Lounge 24/7 KEWL Music 4 KEWL Peoplehttp://www.kewllounge.netClick on, Tune in & B KEWL!!!

Welcome back for another episode of Nick’s Non-fiction with your host Nick Muniz! The Mighty Mississippi and Colorado River were once a beatnik’s favorite way to traverse the country for free. From the 1930s through 70s hitchhiking became the preferred method of transportation for Americas youth. Jack Keruak is one of the countries greatest travel writers to date and takes us on his destinaiton-less cross-country adventure in On the Road. Your host having driven several thousand miles and lived in multiple states this year alone gives a first hand perspective of life on the open road. Although written in the 1950s this timeless tale profiles the usual suspects you'll find in modern nomadic communities; all of the roamers, wanderers, gypsies, poets, grifters, con-men, criminals and lovers. Those with an untamed wanderlust and appetite for human experience will appreciate todays anecdote ridden narrative made with a whole lotta heart. Subscribe, Share, Mobile links & Time-stamps below! 0:00:35 Introduction 0:02:15 About the Author 0:05:35 Ch1: The Greatest Ride 0:15:35 Ch2: Rocky Mountain High 0:25:30 Ch3: The Golden Coast 0:32:35 Ch4: Northeast Reunion 0:39:30 Ch5: On the Road Again 0:49:35 Ch6: Highway to Hell 0:58:20 Ch7: Road is Life 1:02:55 Ch8: End of the Road 1:17:10 Next Time & Goodbye! Youtube: https://youtu.be/Kzhg-B3dE4g iTunes:

Today we will follow the Mighty Mississippi all the way back to the headwaters; the source. We will find ourselves at the spiritual Itaska State Park in northern Minnesota. There you can hop over the "mighty" Mississippi and deal with it. We are looking at what might CAUSE US TO SIN. The scripture asks us to do so. Unpleasant yes, but ultimately for our benefit."My _______________ causes me to sin." We'll use the body parts to help us: eyes, ears, hands, feet, genitals, stomach, heart, brain, butt, and tongue. Unless you are perfect you'll have a cause worth exploring. Why? Because sin is horrible and hell is also horrible.Trust me, the Lord will be HAPPY to meet us there at Itaska State Park. He will be so glad you came. Listen and find Him and His help at the headwaters.

Mighty Mississippi River- distant diesel train-ambient noise meditation from the bank's of Prairie Du Chien, WI. (12 mins)

Kirsten shares some of the great books she read during quarantine. There's something for everyone here, coming of age adventures along the Mighty Mississippi, a courageous enslaved Nigerian, an American immigrant from Palestine and a young biracial girl searching for her identify, among others. These are all Actually I Can stories. And each story teaches us something about human nature, courage, and love that we can savor and consider. Learning about others' lives and challenges helps soften our hearts so that we can be better at coming alongside, supporting, and pointing each other to Jesus. Find the episode notes here: https://bit.ly/3jkKFbe and don't forget to follow the podcast on Instagram at @actuallyican.live!

There were adjuncts in any direction, at any release. If not across the Everglades, then up the Pacific Northwest or down the Mighty Mississippi to Decorah or St. Louis... you could strike waxed bottles anywhere. There was a fantastic universal sense that whatever we were drinking was right, that we were winning. There they go. Three of Lord Maris' own prototypes. High-powered mutants of some kind never even considered for mass consumption. So now, more than 500 beers later, you can go up on a steep hill in Los Angeles and look West, and with the right kind of buzz you can almost see the high gravity mark - that place where the wort finally broke and rolled back. Head to our Patreon for weekly exclusive content! Patreon.com/DontDrinkBeer DontDrinkBeer.com Instagram.com/DontDrinkBeers Instagram.com/MaltCoutureDDB Twitter.com/DontDrinkBeer DDBquestions@gmail.com

We have an encore of discussion from December 6, 2019. The Mississippi River has been integral to life in the St. Louis region for hundreds of years — from Native Americans who occupied areas in and around Cahokia Mounds to the later arrival of Europeans. Host Sarah Fenske talks with Andrew Wanko, public historian for the Missouri Historical Society and author of the new book, “Great River City: How the Mississippi Shaped St. Louis.” David Lobbig, curator of environmental life at the Missouri Historical Society, also joined the conversation. He is the content lead on the Missouri History Museum’s newest exhibit, “Mighty Mississippi,” which is open at the museum until June 2021.

Episode Eight On this episode of Coastal Connection, you'll hear from folks along the Mighty Mississippi from the perspective of infrastructure and navigation, culture and economy. We get a quick backstory from historian John Barry, discuss Mississippi River navigation and flood control with US Army Corps of Engineers' Colonel Stephen Murphy, who leads the New Orleans District, and explore the human relationship with the Big Muddy with photographer Philip Gould and curator Ben Hickey.

With 444 miles of scenic drives that stretch through Mississippi, Alabama and Tennessee, we thought the Natchez Trace deserves an episode!   We mentioned a couple of episodes that tie-in to today’s topic if you want to go back and revisit: The Mighty Mississippi: https://apple.co/3dXWVKO Muscle Shoals: https://apple.co/2YU1Qby   Best Resource for Planning a Trip: ScenicTrace.com Mud and Magnolias Hot Spots: https://bit.ly/2YRw26U StyleBluePrint Must See Spots: https://bit.ly/2YUyk5y   Playlist: https://spoti.fi/2O2Dwy1   Follow Us @SteelMagnoliasPodcast

Sam is just an everyday guy that got a wild idea, and an extreme urge to go through with it. Paddling the Mississippi River source to sea is no easy feat. Check out this episode to hear all about Sams adventure and what he experienced along the way. Episode Music: Useful Jenkins - Waiting to Die --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/oybpodcast/support

Viking will start sailing on the Mighty Mississippi starting in August 2020 and you can now book your reservation!

Join presented Jeannette de Beauvoir as she talks with musical duo Jon Richardson and Peter Donnelly (the "gay Simon and Garfunkel") and previews two of the songs on their new album, Mighty Mississippi and Dance All Night.Links:https://www.jeannettedebeauvoir.com/bloghttps://www.amazon.com/Jeannette-de-Beauvoir/e/B00JC3FHK4https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/13994761.Jeannette_de_Beauvoirhttps://www.facebook.com/JeannettedeBeauvoir/

On this episode of the Iowa Sportsman, Dan interviews kirk Hansen from the Iowa DNR about his job as the Mississippi River Habitat Coordinator. Kirk talks about his role and the habitat projects that he and his team oversee throughout the year. Not only do the projects help several fish species, but they also help waterfowl populations and other woodland animals.Along with the Corps of Engineers, Kirk talks in detail about dredging lakes and rivers, building islands, and planting trees and vegetation for waterfowl and other animals. Lastly, with Kirk's experience on the river and him also being an avid fisherman, Dan gets him to give some insight on where fish species are located and how to catch them. If you find the Mississippi River interesting, this is the episode for you. Iowa Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

On this episode of the Iowa Sportsman, Dan interviews kirk Hansen from the Iowa DNR about his job as the Mississippi River Habitat Coordinator. Kirk talks about his role and the habitat projects that he and his team oversee throughout the year. Not only do the projects help several fish species, but they also help waterfowl populations and other woodland animals.Along with the Corps of Engineers, Kirk talks in detail about dredging lakes and rivers, building islands, and planting trees and vegetation for waterfowl and other animals. Lastly, with Kirk's experience on the river and him also being an avid fisherman, Dan gets him to give some insight on where fish species are located and how to catch them. If you find the Mississippi River interesting, this is the episode for you. Iowa Sportsman is Powered by Simplecast

From electricity and water to travel and catfish, the Mississippi River has it all and is a huge part of Southern Culture.   If you want to take the Lower Mississippi river cruise we mentioned in this week’s episode check out https://www.americancruiselines.com Follow us @SteelMagnoliasPodcast

David Lobbig, Curator of Environmental Life at the Missouri History Museum and longtime board member at the Missouri Coalition for the Environment, talks all things Mississippi River — the Mississippian culture that once lived on its banks; how 19th-century riverboats not only impacted the river but contributed to climate change; flood plains; and "Mighty Mississippi," the exhibit he curated for MoHist that opened on November 23 and runs through April 2021. Cahokia Moundshttps://cahokiamounds.orgGrist: The Army Corps of Engineers and Mississippi River Management https://grist.org/series/the-corps-of-the-matter-on-the-army-corps-and-the-mississippi-river/“Mighty Mississippi” at the Missouri History Museumhttps://mohistory.org/exhibits/the-mighty-mississippi/Missouri Coalition for the Environment https://moenvironment.orgRadical Cartography: Mississippi Meander Maps http://www.radicalcartography.net/index.html?fiskScientific American: Mississippi River Flooding and Climate Change https://newrepublic.com/article/148352/can-rivers-people-too

The Mississippi River has been integral to life in the St. Louis region for hundreds of years — from Native Americans who occupied areas in and around Cahokia Mounds to the later arrival of European settlers. In this segment, Sarah Fenske talks with Andrew Wanko, public historian for the Missouri Historical Society and author of the new book, “Great River City: How the Mississippi Shaped St. Louis.” Also joining the conversation is David Lobbig, curator of environmental life at the Missouri Historical Society. He is the content lead on the Missouri History Museum’s newest exhibit “Mighty Mississippi,” which opened November 23.

On this episode of Creature Comforts Dr. Troy Majure is out so no pet talk but Libby is back in the studio from her travels. She also brought one of her favorite people to the show, Paul Hartfield, her husband. Paul is an Endangered Species Biologist with the US Fish & Wildlife Service and has been working on the Mississippi River for almost 20 years. We talk about its importance, the lower Mississippi region, and also the least tern who are now increasing in numbers but where once an endangered species. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Here in St. Louis, few of us deal with is, most of us rarely see it, and hardly any of us have ever been ON it. But the Mississippi River is a force here. And on Earth, as our planet's fourth largest watershed. Missouri Historical Society tell's this river's story in a new exhibit, Mighty Mississippi - that lives up to its name!          Hear the story behind this 5-year exhibit project from David Lobbig, Curator of Environmental Life at MHS. David has lived it, from the tough choice among artifacts to the messages this landmark work aims to convey, Mighty Mississippi conveys a torrent of human and natural history. Then go see the exhibit!             Photos from MHS: (top) Exhibit logo; Harper's Weekly illustration of St. Louis Mississippi River 1800s waterfront; Mississippi River facts; (bottom) David Lobbig and Amanda Bailey, MHS Exhibits Register, install a 1,000 year old salt pan; river trash sculpture by Libby Reuter; frozen Mississippi in 1905.  Mighty Mississippi is open to the public through April 18, 2021, in Missouri History Museum in Forest Park. Admission is free. Music: Cadillac Desert, performed live at KDHX by William Taylor THANKS to Sasha Hay and Jon Valley, Earthworms engineers Related Earthworms Conversations:  Barge-Based Trash Basher Chad Pregracke (May 2017) River Des Peres Watershed with Theo Smith (August 2018) Invest in Infrastructure, Nature's and Ours - Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative (April 2017) See Water: Watershed Cairns, Artist Libby Reuter (April 2016)

Wildlife Control & Removal Expert, Bill Christman comes by to talk about the MANY sightings and even trappings of Grey Wolves in Eastern Iowa along the Mighty Mississippi & the surrounding rural farm areas! www.theconspiracyfarm.com

Welcome into More Important Issues! We're talking about the Vols win over SEC west opponent Mississippi State. We briefly look forward and what we think needs to happen to get the Volunteers to a bowl game. Ww have recruiting news for you for both football and basketball. We recap this week in college football and talk about some of the madness and not so madness. Today's segments include Most Important of the week and Fail of the week. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/volunteerroadshowtn/message

Bob Crosby is a US Coast Guard licensed Captain and has been fishing for trophy blue catfish in the Mississippi River for over ten years. Today he is back on Creature Comforts to talk about what is necessary when wanting to go after the big fish and how he preaches staying safe when on the Mighty Mississippi. Also, Dr. Majure answers your pet questions and talks about the importance of keeping bat boxes not so close to your home. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Despite its ever-present vastness along the Missouri-Illinois border, the Mississippi River is easy for locals to take for granted. And all too often, residents completely avoid the river. It’s one thing to drive above it on a highway or eat a meal at a restaurant overlooking the water; relatively few actually travel its meandering length. But the people behind Big Muddy Adventures are aiming to change that, one canoe trip at a time. Host Sarah Fenske talks with the company’s founder and lead guide, Mike Clark, who is better known as “Muddy Mike," and Roo Yawitz, general manager of Big Muddy Adventures. And, producer Evie Hemphill talks with some enthusiastic recent canoe passengers.

This great river is the second longest in the U.S. and flows through 10 states. Learn more at:  http://www.CurrentCast.org.

This year's flooding has brought barge traffic on the Mississippi River to a standstill. But it could be an opportunity for Cairo, Illinois. Many in the community without a grocery store or gas station say a proposed port could revitalize the area's economy.

Ready, Row! USA #13: Club Spotlight Premiere CLICKABLE URLs at https://rowing.chat/ready-row-usa Welcome to Club Spotlight, a new feature of your Ready, Row! USA podcast. Today, we welcome special guests Lauren Crandall who rows on the Mighty Mississippi at the Minneapolis Rowing Club and Nancy Kellner, a co-founder of We Can Row DC and member of Potomac Rowing Club in the nation's capitol. Your host is Charlotte Pierce of Pierce Press. Please check out our fabulous sponsors. Discount codes are shown on screen. Mind Games by Annie Vernon, sports psychology book Rose & Thorne Active Bra JustStrong athletic gear, especially for women WIN A ROWING PRIZE! Listen for the episode hashtag and post it along with the YouTube watch link on your social media for a chance to win great rowing gadgets & services. This episode's prizes are two items of cool rowing swag (tshirts, buttons, etc.) provided by our guests! The winner will be announced at our next podcast, scheduled for May 15. CLICK HERE: https://goo.gl/forms/u5Jk6BChpD05Mx5Y2 to submit your own rowing news and we'll broadcast it on the show! PRODUCTION CREDITS: Host/Producer: Charlotte Pierce, Publisher Pierce Press Contributor: Ellen Minzner, US Rowing HP Para Rowing Director and Dir. of Inclusion & Advocacy Contributor: Mark Wilson. All-American Rowing Camp & AccuDock Executive Producer: Rebecca Caroe, Rowing Chat Network Technical Director: Nancy Diessner, Sculler & Artist

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On this episode, we're joined by Joe Clarke, representing a recently formed company, Warsaw Caviar. Joe takes us along on a little history lesson of sturgeon caviar, also known as hackleback caviar. We learn about where it comes from locally, where all the product ends up around the country, serving suggestions and a whole lot more. Unfortunately, Joe didn't bring any of this fine product with him, but rest assured, we will have him back and try it for ourselves! Luckily, Joe did bring a laptop with him so we could at least record the episode, as the DeerLand laptop was inadvertently not brought to HQ! I really hope you enjoy this episode. I realize it's a little off base to most, but this is a very precious resource that's found inside the banks of the Mighty Mississippi and I don't think a lot of people even realize it!  

How has immigration, migration, and connection to the rest of the world shaped the sights and sounds of Minnesota? Meet Siama Matuzungidi, a Congolese soukous musician. He moved to Minnesota in the late 90s after having a prosperous career in Congo, Uganda, and Kenya. His life and music flow like his native Congo River, and today, the Mighty Mississippi. Doug Little and his band Charanga Tropical bring the traditional music of Cuba to Minnesota. Charanga orchestras are mainly popular in Florida, New York, and California. But Minnesota is home to one of the only Charanga orchestras in country.

On this episode, The Brews Bros. return home to try some local brews from Mighty Miss Brewing Co. out of Greenville, Mississippi. They include Sledge Saison, Kinlock Kölsch, and Mighty Miss Pale Ale. Jacey also makes her debut on the show, bringing a Father's Day cookie cake along for the guys, which we loved. And TJohn makes a surprise visit. This episode was broadcast live on Facebook, so if you'd like to watch instead of listening, feel free! Follow us on FB: https://www.facebook.com/thebrewsbrospodcast Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrewsbros Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brews-bros.-podcast/id1201116891 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebrewsbros

In the spring and summer of 2017, the headlines in New Orleans newspapers dealt with the proposed removal of four statues honoring the Confederacy. Ever wonder how we got to this point? I did, and it led me to Abraham Lincoln and his surprising connection to New Orleans. Today’s show is about Lincoln, his visits to New Orleans, and how they shaped his thoughts on slavery and reconstruction as the 16th President of the United States. We visit with local author, historian, and geographer Richard Campanella, author of a book called Lincoln in New Orleans: The 1828-1831 Flatboat Voyages and Their Place in History. You met Richard back in episode #36, when we discussed how Bourbon Street happened. In this episode, we travel along with a young Abraham Lincoln as he navigates the Mighty Mississippi,is nearly killed along the Sugar Coast, and witnesses the slave trade in New Orleans. Through Richard's meticulous research, we walk the streets of New Orleans in the late 1820s and early 1830s, and see this exotic city through the eyes of a future U.S. President. All this and more in today's episode of Beyond Bourbon Street! Resources You can find Richard on line at richcampanella.com. You'll find excerpts from all of his books, as well as a wonderful collection of images of New Orleans. Richard’s books are available at local New Orleans booksellers, including Octavia Books, Garden District Book Shop and Maple Street Book Shop. You can also purchase an autographed copy of Lincoln in New Orleans directly from Richard. Send him an email at: rcampane@tulane.edu Links and show notes for today's episode can be found at http://beyondbourbonst.com/40   Subscribe to the Podcast If you enjoy the show, please subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music or wherever you get your podcasts. If you do enjoy listening, please share Beyond Bourbon Street with someone who shares our love of New Orleans. Join Us on Facebook We now have a Facebook group where you can ask questions, share your New Orleans experiences and engage with others who love all things New Orleans. Join us by going to beyondbourbonst.com/facebook Contact Us Got an idea for an episode, have some feedback or just want to say hi? Leave us a message at 504-475-7632 or send an email to mark@beyondbourbonst.com Thanks for listening! Mark

With a river basin flowing through 31 states, the Mississippi drains Earth's fourth largest watershed, some say it's #3! A recent study of its revenue-generating power reported $405 billion bucks a year, supporting 1.3 million human jobs. It also supports phenomenal fish, plant and animal life - and millions of living creatures, including us, are drinking it every day. It should get our attention, therefore, that a recent river Report Card brought home just a D+ average grade. Some bright spots for sure, but plenty of room for improvement. Mayors all along the river are taking notice - and taking action! Colin Wellenkamp, this Earthworms podcast guest, is Executive Director of the Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative. He works with mayors of river towns from the Minnesota headwaters to the delta in New Orleans, and cities across the Mississippi Basin from the Rockies to the Alleghenies. Mayors are calling for a "River Basin" approach to understanding and addressing the issues behind that funky grade. They're speaking with one voice about the Mississippi's issues, and seeking cooperative ways to rebuild river infrastructure, protect river biodiversity and health - and promote enjoyment of a U.S. resource more popular with visitors from around the world than the Grand Canyon. In this podcast you'll hear stunning facts about the Mississippi River's value and power - and ways you can join a rising tide of appreciation and support for this planetary treasure. Music: Balkan Twirl   

Music is woven into the city of New Orleans in a way that should make every other city in the world envious. A stroll through the French Quarter is like being given a well-curated iPod stuck permanently on shuffle. But it isn't just a big show for the tourists. Nearly every take on the human experience has passed through New Orleans, headed one way or another on the Mississippi River - a wide and muddy artery that makes up the heart of America - and it has all seeped into the lives and the songs of the Crescent City. Musician Rick Solem spent some of his formative years in Minnesota - at the very headwaters of the Mighty Mississippi - but he was brought to California when he was only three years old and missed his first chance to get caught in the current that was destined for New Orleans. He made his way through school, studied classical music and and started a career playing the piano. At some point, he met and jammed with the famed New Orleans pianist and cultural emissary, Dr. John, but still Solem missed the boat. At a session, when another musician heard that Solem had met a string of the New Orleans musical royalty over a period of years, he told Solem that it was a sign that he, too should learn the ways of the boogie-woogie Force. So Solem applied the diligence gleaned from playing years of classical music to learning the piano stylings of Dr. John, Professor Longhair and others who made New Orleans famous… and it paid off. Rick Solem's swampy songs are fun and entertaining and his playing is downright virtuosic - and he makes it look easy.

Music is woven into the city of New Orleans in a way that should make every other city in the world envious. A stroll through the French Quarter is like being given a well-curated iPod stuck permanently on shuffle. But it isn’t just a big show for the tourists. Nearly every take on the human experience has passed through New Orleans, headed one way or another on the Mississippi River - a wide and muddy artery that makes up the heart of America - and it has all seeped into the lives and the songs of the Crescent City. Musician Rick Solem spent some of his formative years in Minnesota - at the very headwaters of the Mighty Mississippi - but he was brought to California when he was only three years old and missed his first chance to get caught in the current that was destined for New Orleans. He made his way through school, studied classical music and and started a career playing the piano. At some point, he met and jammed with the famed New Orleans pianist and cultural emissary, Dr. John, but still Solem missed the boat. At a session, when another musician heard that Solem had met a string of the New Orleans musical royalty over a period of years, he told Solem that it was a sign that he, too should learn the ways of the boogie-woogie Force. So Solem applied the diligence gleaned from playing years of classical music to learning the piano stylings of Dr. John, Professor Longhair and others who made New Orleans famous… and it paid off. Rick Solem’s swampy songs are fun and entertaining and his playing is downright virtuosic - and he makes it look easy.

Music is woven into the city of New Orleans in a way that should make every other city in the world envious. A stroll through the French Quarter is like being given a well-curated iPod stuck permanently on shuffle. But it isn’t just a big show for the tourists. Nearly every take on the human experience has passed through New Orleans, headed one way or another on the Mississippi River - a wide and muddy artery that makes up the heart of America - and it has all seeped into the lives and the songs of the Crescent City. Musician Rick Solem spent some of his formative years in Minnesota - at the very headwaters of the Mighty Mississippi - but he was brought to California when he was only three years old and missed his first chance to get caught in the current that was destined for New Orleans. He made his way through school, studied classical music and and started a career playing the piano. At some point, he met and jammed with the famed New Orleans pianist and cultural emissary, Dr. John, but still Solem missed the boat. At a session, when another musician heard that Solem had met a string of the New Orleans musical royalty over a period of years, he told Solem that it was a sign that he, too should learn the ways of the boogie-woogie Force. So Solem applied the diligence gleaned from playing years of classical music to learning the piano stylings of Dr. John, Professor Longhair and others who made New Orleans famous… and it paid off. Rick Solem’s swampy songs are fun and entertaining and his playing is downright virtuosic - and he makes it look easy.

Record flooding on the Mississippi and its tributaries has led to choices between farmlands and heavily populated towns and cities. Downstream, there's much more to come.

Originally Published January 15, 2018. Will Collins, the BuffaloRoamer, dreamed of paddling the full length of the Mississippi River in a canoe from its origin in Minnesota all the way to the Gulf of Mexico. Will was kind enough to join Curt at the end of his journey to give us the scoop on how it went. Follow Will on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BuffaloRoamer Athletic Brewing Company is a pioneer in craft non-alcoholic beer. They make great-tasting beer for the healthy, active, modern adult. Athletic uses certified all-organic grains and only 50-70 calories a can. With IPA, Golden Ale, stouts, and tons of seasonal style offerings. Save 15% by using ADVENTURE at athleticbrewing.com @athleticbrewing ASP is also sponsored by CS Instant Coffee. CS Instant Coffee is 100% Arabica Instant Coffee. Their compostable packaging provides guilt-free convenience that is perfect for the trail, office, and fitness.  Visit csinstant.coffee and use promo code 'Adventure' for 20% off at csinstant.coffee @c.s.coffee If you're in need of some personalized advice before buying your gear, go to backpacktribe.com. You're not only able to purchase the gear you need on their website but talk with someone with the experience and know-how. They also offer gear bundles and free shipping. @backpacktribal Support the Adventure Sports Podcast by giving as low as $1/month to our efforts to produce this show at patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast Call and leave us a voicemail at 812-MAIL-POD or 812-624-5763 or send an email to info@adventuresportspodcast.com

Originally Published November 9, 2017 Will Collins, the BuffaloRoamer, dreamed of paddling the full length of the Mississippi River in a canoe from its origin in Minnesota all the way to the Gulf of Mexico. Will was kind enough to join Curt in the middle of his journey to give us the scoop on how it's gone so far. Follow Will on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BuffaloRoamer Athletic Brewing Company is a pioneer in craft non-alcoholic beer. They make great-tasting beer for the healthy, active, modern adult. Athletic uses certified all organic grains and only 50-70 calories a can. With IPA, Golden Ale, stouts, and tons of seasonal style offerings. Save 15% by using ADVENTURE at athleticbrewing.com @athleticbrewing ASP is also sponsored by CS Instant Coffee. CS Instant Coffee is 100% Arabica Instant Coffee. Their compostable packaging provides guilt-free convenience that is perfect for the trail, office, and fitness.  Visit csinstant.coffee and use promo code 'Adventure' for 20% off at csinstant.coffee @c.s.coffee If you're in need of some personalized advice before buying your gear, go to backpacktribe.com. You're not only able to purchase the gear you need on their website but talk with someone with the experience and know how. They also offer gear bundles and free shipping. @backpacktribal Support the Adventure Sports Podcast by giving as low as $1/month to our efforts to produce this show at patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast Call and leave us a voicemail at 812-MAIL-POD or 812-624-5763 or send an email to info@adventuresportspodcast.com

Mississippi River Canoe Trip Update! Will Collins AKA BuffaloRoamer dreamed of paddling the full length of the Mississippi river in a canoe from it's origin in Minnesota all of the way to the Gulf of Mexico. Will is back to update us on how the rest of his trip went. It's a good one! Follow Will on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BuffaloRoamer

Will Collins AKA BuffaloRoamer dreamed of paddling the full length of the Mississippi river in a canoe from it's origin in Minnesota all of the way to the Gulf of Mexico. Will was kind enough to join Curt in the middle of his journey to explain the why and what of this awesome adventure. Follow Will on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BuffaloRoamer