Parhaat James Mapes Podcastit (2024)

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OTL #943: Chicago hot dogs, Local pinball, The Secret History of Paulette McWilliams 37:47

1d ago37:47

37:47

Mike Stephen eases us back into post-election life with a couple fun segments from 2015 and then discovers the Secret History of Chicago-born vocalist Paulette McWilliams.Kirjoittanut Mike Stephen

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OTL #942: Housing in Chicago, A crisis in Illinois Early Intervention, Black Panther Party history update 35:31

8d ago35:31

35:31

Mike Stephen discusses the impact of the departure of the Chicago Housing Authority CEO with Block Club Chicago investigative editor Mick Dumke, learns about a crisis in Illinois’ Early Intervention Program from Start Early director of legislative affairs Jonathan Doster and speech pathologist Sarah Ziemba, and gives an update on the efforts to pre…

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SDG 6 | Inspiring Future Scientists Through Wetland Education | Darien Becker 11:33

10d ago11:33

11:33

What is GLOBE, and how is it impacting future generations of environmentalists? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: Connecting youth to watershed science through GLOBE Simplified water quality testing an…

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OTL #941: A crisis in Illinois prisons, Educational attainment of CPS students, The Secret History of Nick Gravenites 42:43

15d ago42:43

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Mike Stephen discusses the crisis of Illinois state prison staff levels and working conditions with John Howard Association executive director Jennifer Vollen-Katz, learns about a new report about the educational attainment of CPS students from Alexandra Usher, the director of data and research at the To&Through Project, and discovers the Secret Hi…

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SDG 6 | Understanding Herbicide Effects on Aquatic Biodiversity | Luke Huffman 7:04

16d ago7:04

7:04

What's fluoroproxen benzyl and why should we care about its effect on biodiversity? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: What’s the impact of fluoroproxen benzyl on plant biodiversity and invertebrates? H…

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OTL #940: CTA Surveillance, One year after the end of cash bail, McLuhan’s new music 34:37

22d ago34:37

34:37

Mike Stephen learns about a new CTA surveillance pilot program from Justin Agrelo, community engagement reporter at The Trace, discusses the impact of ending cash bail in Illinois with State Senator Robert Peters (13th), and gets the lowdown on local prog rock band McLuhan from vocalist & bassist Neal Rosner.…

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SDG 6 | Protecting Mussels: A Crucial Task for Freshwater Health | Emily Gryga 12:17

24d ago12:17

12:17

Why is mussel relocation and monitoring necessary? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: What’s the vital role of mussels in filtering water and maintaining freshwater ecosystems? How to protect mussels fr…

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OTL #939: The judicial election guide, Sideshow Villains’ deviant cabaret, and The Secret History of Jo Mapes 38:58

29d ago38:58

38:58

Mike Stephen learns about Injustice Watch’s judicial election guide with managing editor Jonah Newman, previews the Sideshow Villains’ upcoming deviant cabaret with band leader Dante Ingram, and discovers the Secret History of local folk singer Jo Mapes.Kirjoittanut Mike Stephen

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OTL #938: The history of Black entrepreneurship in Chicago, Local education update 34:41

1M ago34:41

34:41

Mike Stephen discusses the history of Black entrepreneurship in Chicago with Wichita State history professor Robert Weems Jr. and then gets an update on local education issues from Chalkbeat Chicago reporter Reema Amin.Kirjoittanut Mike Stephen

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OTL #937: An American Suburb’s Encounter with Evil 43:11

1M ago43:11

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Mike Stephen sits down with Lake Forest High School history teacher Michael Soffer to discuss his new book Our Nazi: An American Suburb’s Encounter with Evil, which tells the story of how a WWII Nazi ended up as a high school custodian in suburban Chicago.Kirjoittanut Mike Stephen

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SDG 6 | Revising Protocols for Effective Grass Carp Removal | Bob Mapes 7:42

1M ago7:42

7:42

What’s the only invasive carp species reproducing in the Great Lakes? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: Why worry about the presence of grass carp in the Great Lakes? What is electrofishing, and how do…

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OTL #936: The future of women comes to Chicago, The Transferable Skills Podcast, The Surabhi Ensemble’s world music thrives 40:10

2M ago40:10

40:10

Mike Stephen talks to Dr. Jamila Taylor, president and CEO of the Institute for Women’s Policy Research, about their upcoming Chicago conference, learns about the new Transferable Skills Podcast from its creator and host Noah Mishkin, and previews the Surabhi Ensemble’s gig at Navy Pier with guitarist Carlo Basile.…

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SDG 6 | Protecting Mussel Populations in Eau Claire County | Breanne Klockzien 6:34

2M ago6:34

6:34

Why are mussel populations declining? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: The alarming decline in mussel populations in Eau Claire County. Understanding the impact of water pollution, degradation, and in…

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OTL #935: Smartphones On Hold, Local journalism drama, The Secret History of George E. Lewis 42:59

2M ago42:59

42:59

Mike Stephen learns about the Smartphones On Hold initiative with co-founders Kelly Kribs and Gideon Bob, discusses the latest issues in local journalism with McKinley Park News publisher Justin Kerr, and discovers the Secret History of experimental jazz trombone player George E. Lewis.Kirjoittanut Mike Stephen

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SDG 6 | Restoring Habitats in Green Bay: A Design Perspective | Stephanie Cole 7:04

2M ago7:04

7:04

How can we create more habitats for wildlife? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: How can habitat restoration design plans enhance biodiversity in Green Bay? The goals and progress of the tank farm marsh…

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OTL #934: The future of Chicago newsracks, Chicago Style celebrates local fashion history 39:13

2M ago39:13

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Mike Stephen learns about the disappearance of downtown newspaper racks from Brian Hieggelke, editor and publisher of Newcity and the chair of the Chicago Newsracks Task Force, and then talks to Illinois Humanities executive director Gabrielle Lyon and author Ayana Contreras to get a preview of an event that celebrates local fashion history called …

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OTL #933: Illinois’ air pollution, Saxman Billy Harper’s story, Chicago Recovering Communities Coalition 38:43

2M ago38:43

38:43

Mike Stephen discusses a new report about Illinois' air pollution with Julian Reif, professor at the University of Illinois, discovers saxman Billy Harper’s story, and learns about the good work of the Chicago Recovering Communities Coalition with executive director Dora Dantzler-Wright.Kirjoittanut Mike Stephen

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SDG 6 | Misunderstandings & Awareness Among Gardeners | Liz Tanner & Jeanne Scherer 8:39

2M ago8:39

8:39

What are the alternatives to invasive plants? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: What crucial role do gardeners play in managing invasive species? Helping gardeners understand and adopt alternatives to …

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OTL #932: The Neighborhood Bridge, New music from Max McGathey, The legacy of the Uptown People’s Law Center 37:57

3M ago37:57

37:57

Mike Stephen visits with Prentice Butler, executive director of a local organization that provides a bridge to success for Chicago families called The Neighborhood Bridge, gets the lowdown on local musician Maxx McGathey’s new music, and discusses the legacy of the Uptown People’s Law Center with retiring executive director Alan Mills.…

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OTL #931: The Tenant Trap, The Secret History of Fred Holstein 35:51

3M ago35:51

35:51

Mike Stephen talks to Injustice Watch senior reporter Alejandra Cancino about how some Chicago renters are trapped in unsafe buildings while forced to pay rising rents and then dives into the Secret History of local folk legend Fred Holstein.Kirjoittanut Mike Stephen

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SDG 6 | Understanding Grass Carp Spawning Behavior to Enhance Lake Management | Ryan Brown 5:53

3M ago5:53

5:53

How can simulations combat sampling bias? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: Why is timing in spawning behavior important? Using simulations to combat sampling bias and improve data accuracy in lake man…

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OTL #930: No Games Chicago, Inequities in mental health services for justice-involved youth 38:38

3M ago38:38

38:38

Mike Stephen talks to community organizer Tom Tresser about his new book on the history of No Games Chicago and then talks to Maria Jose Luna, doctoral candidate in the clinical psychology program at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, about a new study that examines the inequities in mental health services for justice-involved y…

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SDG 6 | Environmental Consciousness Through Musical Composition | Leah Tolofson 7:00

3M ago7:00

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Turning water into music... Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: How does Leah transform water data into music? How can music inspired by nitrate and phosphorus levels in water wells highlight environment…

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SDG 6 | The Story & Dance Behind Two-Story Lakes | Natasha Forrest 7:58

3M ago7:58

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What is a camera dance and how can it symbolize a shrinking lake? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: How does Natasha’s camera dance highlight the impact of warming on two-story lakes and fish habitats?…

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OTL #929: Preserving Illinois wetlands, Red Spot Rhythm Section’s new music, The Secret History of William Warren 40:07

3M ago40:07

40:07

Mike Stephen learns about efforts to preserve Illinois wetlands from Jennifer Bamberg, investigative reporter at Investigate Midwest, gets into Red Spot Rhythm Section’s new music with band founder Josh Siegal, and discovers the Secret History of Chicago blues drummer William Warren.Kirjoittanut Mike Stephen

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SDG 6 | Depicting Environmental Research Through Art | Natalie Ford 11:12

3M ago11:12

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What potential do student research projects have? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: How does Natalie’s art depict crucial environmental research projects, from microplastic pollution to biodegradable p…

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OTL #928: The future of additional dwelling units in Chicago, Money in the Chicago school board election, Hope for Homes Day 40:10

4M ago40:10

40:10

Mike Stephen learns about Chicago City Council action regarding additional dwelling units from Cityscape Chicago founder and CEO Steven Vance, discusses the money flowing through the upcoming Chicago School Board election with Chalkbeat Chicago bureau chief Becky Vevea, and chats with La Case Norte executive director Jose Munoz about Hope for Homes…

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OTL #927: Injustice Watch’s judicial election guide, Revisiting Chicago Rents, The Secret History of Avondale Electric 42:28

4M ago42:28

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Mike Stephen learns about the upcoming judicial election guide from Injustice Watch with senior reporter Carlos Ballesteros, revisits an initiative that provides housing opportunities for Chicagoans, and discovers the Secret History of North Side rockers Avondale Electric.Kirjoittanut Mike Stephen

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SDG 6 | The Resilience of Water & the Water Cycle | Laila Smith 8:26

4M ago8:26

8:26

How are water springs an integral part of the water cycle? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: How Laila’s art captures the beauty and resilience of Wisconsin Springs and the water cycle Using art to int…

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OTL #926: Remembering the Chicago Race Riot of 1919, Police settlement transparency ordinance, Removing lead pipes in Chicago 44:03

4M ago44:03

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Mike Stephen discusses the significance of the Chicago Race Riot of 1919 with Peter Cole, founder and co-director of the Chicago Race Riot of 1919 Commemoration Project, learns about a proposed ordinance aimed at improving police settlement transparency from Tracy Siska, executive director of the Chicago Justice Project, and gets an update on Chica…

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SDG 6 | The Significance of Deep Roots | Becca Statz 8:21

4M ago8:21

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Why are deep roots essential for growth? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: How Becca’s art highlights the importance of biodiversity and deep roots for ecosystem health Using art to express the need fo…

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OTL #925: Local metalpoint art, New music from Joe Di Zillo, The Secret History of Jackie DeShannon 37:53

4M ago37:53

37:53

Mike Stephen chats with local metalpoint artist D. Lammie-Hanson, gets the lowdown on new tunes from Chicago musician Joe Di Zillo, and discovers the Secret History of local singer Jackie DeShannon.Kirjoittanut Mike Stephen

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SDG 6 | Exploring the Interconnection of Soil and Water Quality | Megan Strautmann 6:56

4M ago6:56

6:56

How can we share sustainable practices with farmers and consumers? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: How does Megan’s art highlight the interconnection of soil quality, water quality, and sustainable a…

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OTL #924: The impact of Hope Chicago 38:10

4M ago38:10

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Mike Stephen visits the Hope Chicago Goal Getters 2024 Conference at the Illinois Institute of Technology. Hope Chicago is a scholarship-focused non-profit designed to provide students and their parents/guardians with the support they need to graduate from college debt-free. We learn about the amazing work of this local nonprofit from program manag…

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SDG 6 | The Hidden Beauty of Freshwater Lakes | El Ovall 7:40

5M ago7:40

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What aspects of water are often overlooked? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: How does El’s art take viewers on an immersive journey through the tiers of a lake? What’s El’s inspiration and connection …

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OTL #923: Tutoring and tech’s impact in schools, The Secret History of Motorhome 39:01

5M ago39:01

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Mike Stephen learns about the latest education research showing the benefits of tutoring combined with educational technology in schools from John Wolf and Monica Bhatt of the University of Chicago Education Lab and then discovers the Secret History of 1990s Chicago fuzzy pop-rockers Motorhome.Kirjoittanut Mike Stephen

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SDG 6 | The Yin & Yang of Invasive & Native Habitats | Peyton Schilt 7:22

5M ago7:22

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How does Wisconsin Water Week provide opportunities for artists? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: How Peyton’s art highlights the environmental impact of invasive species at Wisconsin Water Week Why c…

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OTL #922: Illinois’ hands-off approach to homeschooling, The legacy of Gwendolyn Brooks 37:22

5M ago37:22

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Mike Stephen explores the impacts of the lack of homeschooling regulation in Illinois with Capitol News investigative reporters Beth Hundsdorfer and Molly Parker and then discusses the legacy of Gwendolyn Brooks with her daughter and president of Brooks Permissions: Nora Brooks Blakely.Kirjoittanut Mike Stephen

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SDG 6 | Preserving Cultural Identity Through Art | Pachoua Yang 8:55

5M ago8:55

8:55

What does Pachoua Yang's artwork teach you about cyanobacteria? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: Pachoua’s art captures the beauty and complexity of cyanobacteria at the microscopic level Pachoua’s jo…

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OTL #921: How do Chicagoans consume their news?, Plant-based school lunch options, The Secret History of The Pearl Handle Band 47:52

5M ago47:52

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Mike Stephen dives into a new report about how Chicagoans consume and perceive their local news with Tim Franklin, director of the Medill Local News Initiative at Northwestern University, learns about the option for plant-based school lunches in Illinois with Balanced founder Audrey Lawson-Sanchez, and discovers the Secret History of The Pearl Hand…

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SDG 6 | The Environmental Impact of Road Salt on Lakes | Jillian Patterson 7:04

5M ago7:04

7:04

How does art effectively raise awareness about environmental issues? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: How Jillian uses art to highlight the negative impacts of road salt on lakes at Wisconsin Water We…

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OTL #920: Why did Bring Chicago Home fail?, Jerry Smith on The Flock reunion 46:46

5M ago46:46

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Mike Stephen talks to Roberta Garner, professor emerita of sociology at DePaul University, about why the Bring Chicago Home initiative failed and then chats with Jerry Smith of The Flock about that band’s upcoming reunion show. Jerry shares some great stories about his time in the music business.Kirjoittanut Mike Stephen

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OTL #919: A local education update, The Secret History of the Drew-Vels 37:12

6M ago37:12

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Mike Stephen welcomes Chalkbeat reporter Reema Amin to discuss the latest on Chicago Public Schools’ position on police officers in schools and how schools are funded and then discovers the Secret History of the 1960s soul group from Evanston: The Drew-Vels.Kirjoittanut Mike Stephen

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SDG 6 | Wisconsin Water Week: Networking for Conservation and Change | Grace Hasse, Ally Spang, and Kirsten James 33:14

9M ago33:14

33:14

Why attend Wisconsin Water Week? Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: How does Wisconsin Water Week provide an opportunity for collaboration, learning, and networking? What workshops and hands-on opportun…

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SDG 6 | Navigating Wisconsin's Waters: Collaborative Strategies for Lake Conservation | Eric Olson 35:51

10M ago35:51

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The innovative strategies behind Wisconsin Water Week: Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: How can communities balance self-interest with collective environmental responsibility to effectively manage nat…

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SDG 3 | Embracing Sun Safety: Laura's Journey Beyond Melanoma | Laura Sofen 23:38

11M ago23:38

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Pale is healthy and tan does not always equal beautiful! Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In this episode: The dangers from overexposure to Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun and tanning beds How to have a healthy rel…

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SDG 6 | Navigating 2024 Wisconsin Water Week: Collaborating for Wisconsin's Aquatic Future | Sara Windjue & Amy Kowalski 43:43

1y ago43:43

43:43

A sneak peek of the Wisconsin Lakes & Rivers Convention – a cornerstone of Water Week: Welcome back SDG Talkers!! Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)! In this episode: The history & evolution of Wisconsin Water Week Why y…

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SDG 3 | The Soul Moves First - A Spotlight on the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Hospital in Chicago | Allen Heinemann 31:44

1y ago31:44

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Help Kevin reach his fundraising goal before the Chicago Marathon on 10/8/23! (link below:) Welcome back SDG Talkers!! Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)! In this episode: Where do your donations to Kevin's Chicago Marat…

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SDG 6 & 17 | Global-local Citizen & Community Engagement with IWA Young Water Professional Chapters | Isabela Espíndola 19:30

1+ y ago19:30

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Welcome back SDG Talkers!! Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)! In This Episode: How the IWA Young Water Professional works nationally around the world Insights into IWA Emerging Water Leaders Forum in Rwanda Hear from Is…

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SDG 6 | Building Community Capacity & Sustainable Solutions in Rural Nepal | Emily Friedman 32:58

1+ y ago32:58

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What's it like living in one of the most remote, under-resourced regions of Nepal? And how can it get better? Welcome back SDG Talkers!! Thanks for joining us for another episode of highlighting change makers and their inspirational work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)! In This Episode: Localization in the context of…

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