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What waters are considered “waters of the United States” or WOTUS under the Clean Water Act (CWA)? This question is critical because it determines which waters are regulated under the statute. The EPA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have struggled to develop a definition that can pass legal muster, in large part because they have tried to regulate waters that go beyond their statutory authority. For many years, the courts didn’t provide clarity either. But in 2023, the US Supreme Court in Sackett v. EPA specified what waters are regulated, including to what extent wetlands are covered. Currently, a new proposed WOTUS rule is being reviewed by the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs. What should the rule include and what is required for the rule to be consistent with Sackett? The Competitive Enterprise Institute’s Daren Bakst discusses this important issue with Charles Yates, an attorney at the Pacific Legal Foundation who was on the litigation team that represented Chantel and Michael Sacket before the US Supreme Court.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus & Marty start Talkin' Baseball with Carmen Kiew, Sandra G and Greg Elliot on the last day of the regular season See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus & Marty start Talkin' Baseball with Carmen Kiew, Sandra G and Greg Elliot on the last day of the regular season See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus & Marty start Talkin' Baseball before the series finale vs the DodgersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus & Marty start Talkin' Baseball before the series finale vs the DodgersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to discuss the Giants playoff chance before the series finale vs the DodgersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to discuss the Giants playoff chance before the series finale vs the DodgersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty after a tough loss See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty after a tough loss See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Headlines on today's episode include:-More assistance equals more conservation-WOTUS rule coming soon-USDA tightens ag trade gap-Expanding aquaculture opportunities for U.S. soybean farmers-Iowa farmer concerned about lack of Chinese soybean purchasesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to talk about Casey Schmitt: Is he the most improved Giant this season?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to talk about Casey Schmitt: Is he the most improved Giant this season?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on Public Lands News, we're tracking urgent comment deadlines and court victories, including:- Forest Service Reorganization (comment period closes August 26)- Artificial Intelligence & Environmental Permitting — with Barbra Calantas, Environmental Science Associates- Oak Flat Legal Battle — with Dr. Erik Murdock, Access Fund- Offshore Oil & Gas Leasing ScheduleSubscribe to our newsletter for in-depth coverage and extra stories we don't have time for on the podcast: theoutdoorminimalist.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel (@theoutdoorminimalist) so you don't miss the Ecocide pilot episode release this SeptemberHave tips, testimonials, or insights on public land changes? Submit them through our Google Form (https://forms.gle/JwC73G8wLvU6kedc9)USDA reorganization info & public comment: Email: reorganization@usda.govSources referenced in this episode:1. Environmental Science Associates:President Trump Targets Accelerating Artificial Intelligence Deployment (https://esassoc.com/news-and-ideas/2025/08/president-trump-targets-accelerating-artificial-intelligence-deployment-in-recent-executive-actions/)WOTUS, POTUS, and SCOTUS (https://esassoc.com/news-and-ideas/2025/04/wotus-potus-and-scotus-where-waters-of-the-u-s-stands-under-the-new-administration/)ESA Federal Policy Tracker (https://policytracker.esassoc.com/)2. Access Fund: Latest News on Oak Flat (https://www.accessfund.org/latest-news/tag/Oak+Flat)3. U.S. Department of the Interior:Interior Department Sets Offshore Energy Leasing Schedule Under One Big Beautiful Bill Act (https://www.doi.gov/pressreleases/interior-department-sets-offshore-energy-leasing-schedule-under-one-big-beautiful)
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to breakdown what the Giants can do to stop this free fall slumpSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to breakdown what the Giants can do to stop this free fall slumpSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Eco Distancing" Hosts: Darren Weeks, Vicky Davis Website for the show: https://governamerica.com Vicky's website: https://thetechnocratictyranny.com COMPLETE SHOW NOTES AND CREDITS AT: https://governamerica.com/radio/radio-archives/22630-govern-america-august-16-2025-eco-distancing Listen LIVE every Saturday at 11AM Eastern or 8AM Pacific at http://governamerica.net or on your favorite app. Trump meets Putin in Alaska. U.S. troops deployed to Latin America to fight a new war on terror? The growing scandal of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. Endangered species and the Waters of the United States. Redefining death: The New York Times wants to harvest your organs before you're dead. Canada Climate Lockdown: Canadians prohibited from entering the woods to hike and camp. Is California slow-walking building permits to force wildfire victims off the land? Corporate Personhood. Robert Mosbacher, the growth of Democracy, and more.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty before the Giants/Nats series finaleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty before the Giants/Nats series finaleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'The Professor' Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty after the Giants sent closer Camilo Doval to the Yankees, Tyler Rogers to the Mets and veteran outfielder Mike Yastrzemski to the Royals before the trade deadlineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
'The Professor' Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty after the Giants sent closer Camilo Doval to the Yankees, Tyler Rogers to the Mets and veteran outfielder Mike Yastrzemski to the Royals before the trade deadlineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to talk about the slumping Giants offenseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to talk about the slumping Giants offenseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to talk about the Giants rough start after the All-Star breakSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to talk about the Giants rough start after the All-Star breakSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ron Wotus joins Sportsphone KNBR with Carlos Ramirez to discuss where the Giants stand at the All Star Break.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty before the series finale vs the DodgersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty before the series finale vs the DodgersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to talk about this Giants-A's series, Ernie Harwell's Ode to Baseball poem and much moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to talk about this Giants-A's series, Ernie Harwell's Ode to Baseball poem and much moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7-3 Dirty Work Hour 1: Giants end losing losing streak in rocky fashion plus Ron Wotus on SFG struggles and Marc Spears on the latest around NBA free agencySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7-3 Ron Wotus takes gives an inside perspective of what its like being part of a club that is scuffling and adjustments that can and are being madeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7-3 Dirty Work Hour 1: Giants end losing losing streak in rocky fashion plus Ron Wotus on SFG struggles and Marc Spears on the latest around NBA free agencySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7-3 Ron Wotus takes gives an inside perspective of what its like being part of a club that is scuffling and adjustments that can and are being madeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to breakdown the Giants slumping bats, Holding/Sending runners from 3rd base and much moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to breakdown the Giants slumping bats, Holding/Sending runners from 3rd base and much moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Public listening sessions on the future of the Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule have wrapped up, and the Trump administration said it plans to have the rule completed by the end of the year. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to talk about how the Rafael Devers trade impacts the Giants lineupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to talk about how the Rafael Devers trade impacts the Giants lineupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Kerry before the Giants take on the Dodgers in LA on Father's DaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Kerry before the Giants take on the Dodgers in LA on Father's DaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former San Francisco Giants coach and current NBC Sports Bay Area analyst Ron Wotus joins Steiny and Guru to talk all things 2025 Giants, Matt Cain's perfect game, Bryce Eldridge and more!
IN Hour 4, Steiny and Guru are joined by former San Francisco Giants coach and current NBC Sports Bay Area analyst Ron Wotus to chat about the current state of the Giants franchise
6-9 Papa & Silver Show - Hour 3See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Giants Special Assistant to Baseball Operations Ron Wotus joins Papa & Silver to explain why Buster Posey's "time to go" comment and ensuing roster changes provided a jolt in the clubhouse. Plus, the latest on Bryce Eldridge in Sacramento.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball after back-to-back walk-off wins vs the Braves See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball after back-to-back walk-off wins vs the Braves See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to talk about the Giants bullpen vs lefty hitters this seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty to talk about another Wilmer walk-off win at Oracle ParkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Professor" Ron Wotus joins Talkin' Baseball with Marty before the series finale vs the Twins in MinneapolisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On "Giants Talk," co-hosts Alex Pavlovic and Cole Kuiper break down how San Francisco outscored the powerful Cubs and win the series in Chicago. Ron Wotus then joins the show to discuss how things are looking in Triple-A Sacramento.1:30 – Justin Verlander's bad luck to start his time with the Giants4:00 – Another interesting series for Ryan Walker7:45 – Breaking down the extra innings game vs. Cubs12:00 – Giants have a sloppy defensive game on Monday14:45 – Kyle Harrison deals in his first game back19:30 – Injury updates25:00 – Ross Stripling retires27:00 – Previewing Giants vs. Twins37:00 – Ron Wotus interview