Originally these episodes were recorded for our one-hour weekly radio show, airing on 101.7 FM in Richmond, VA. That format didn't allow for folks to hear it unless they caught it live, and we have built the library of them so everyone can listen at their leisure. The content is designed for our local water but applies to most of the US. We discuss private well, community well, and municipal water supplies as well as common contaminants found in each. Some examples are: Chlorine, Chloramine, ...
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EP 25 The Jacked Up James
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In Today's Episode, The Jacked-Up James, Paul The Water Guy discusses the historical, environmental and future importance of the James River. For hundreds of years, the James River has supported its surrounding land and communities. But for the last 60+ years, the people it has provided for, have been destroying it. Learn what pollution, raw sewage…
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After over 75 years of contamination, 2024 will be the year of regulation. Studies, both new and old, have shown the dangers of the non-stick family known as PFAS. Have you considered how the EPA's new enforceable PFAS limits will affect you, your family and the community you live in? Learn how you can be proactive about your family's health while …
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EP 24 Scammy Water
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Have you ever wondered about the differences between drinking water systems? They all make the same claims, but do they have the certifications to back them up? Deep dive with us into the murky waters of over-the-counter drinking water. See what systems are worth their weight in water and who sinks to the bottom of the charts with unsanctioned stat…
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EP23 The Guardians of the tap
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued an enforcement alert regarding urgent cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities to community drinking water systems. This alert underscores the urgency of protecting our nation’s drinking water from cyberattacks, ensuring public health and safety. Remember, safe water is a shared responsibil…
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EP20 April Showers
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The 18 inch of rain in the Richmond winter set a record, beating 1936 - 37 by one point 13 inches. All this water has changed our well and surface water significantly and we discussed some of these in detail.Kirjoittanut Paul Gianos
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EP 21 Radio Active
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It is estimated that over 51% of Americans have radioactive elements in their water. We discussed where we see a significant amount, like California and Texas, and how it is getting there. We dig into natural and man made sources and finally what can be done to protect you and your family from these invisible contaminants.…
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Ep19 Chlorine in Water, explained in an interesting way!
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We discussed the importance of clean drinking water and chlorines roll and ensuring safety. A brief history of water chlorination since 1774. Chicago was the first in 1908, then New Jersey. We explain how it works and the types of chlorine compounds used. The diseases it has controlled have been significant. We discussed alternative methods, succes…
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EP18 The Fluoride Debate
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In 1945 fluoride was first used. 1962 the USPHS (United States Public Health Service)) said that the 0.7-1.2mg/L ideal but this was adjusted in 2015 to 0.7. Currently the EPA's (enforceable) MCL is 4.0 mainly for Skeletal Fluorosis risks but their SMCL is 2.0 for dental fluorosis which is usually permanent cosmetic tooth damage. 76 out of 85 human …
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EP17 Super Bowl Bad, VA Style
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As the knowledge about the dangers of PFAs contamination grows, many begin to wonder how this happened to us? Whether its on a wide spread scale with new EPA measures and testing, or here locally with concerned citizens, PFAs is here to stay, FOREVER. Join the Water Guy as he digs into local PFAs contamination and its long history of use in the Ric…
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This episode we dig into some interesting facts about pools. If you are considering getting one or simply using one, this episode brings up some questions you might consider.Kirjoittanut Paul Gianos
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When your water breaks turn it off! And other interesting water stories to entertain and educate.Kirjoittanut Paul Gianos
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EP14 "BP-The Bottle Problem"
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The real discussion here is about BP'S , like BPA , BPS and all their ugly cousins.Kirjoittanut Paul Gianos
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EP13 "History of Tap Water in América"
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From 1754 to current, we talk about milestones that got our water to us.Kirjoittanut Paul Gianos
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EP12 "Seasons Savings, now and in the future."
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There are a lot of smart reasons to improve your water and we run your water through the most impactful. See how a Professionals water treatment system can pay for itself!Kirjoittanut Paul Gianos
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EP7 Memorable Moments (with Stacey)
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We discussed our favorite challenges in the last eight years, From “you should have made me buy one” to “poop in the river”Kirjoittanut Paul Gianos
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EP8 "PFAS" The Forever Chemical
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The forever chemical created in the 1940s the per polychlorinated Alkyl Substance are in at least 45% of our nations tapwater. There are over 12,000 types and not all are deductible so the USGS tests for 32 of them.Kirjoittanut Paul Gianos
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EP9 Things To Consider Part 1
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This two part episode has a wealth of information that you should be familiar with when choosing a water treatment professional.Kirjoittanut Paul Gianos
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EP10 Things To Consider Part 2
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Things To Consider Part Two The questions were so numerous that we spilled into this episode don’t blindly except a proposal without at least listening to thisKirjoittanut Paul Gianos
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We looked at areas of our lives that are significantly impacted by water. some are not as obvious until you hear us give our "unfiltered' recap!Kirjoittanut Paul Gianos
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EP6 Skin and Health Impacts
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This episode digs into the impact of hard water and chlorinated water on your skin health. A topic dermatitis, a.k.a. eczema impacts 15–30% of children and up to 10% of adults suffer from this condition, which is made worse by bad water at Sitric water is discussed as that also can impact skin health. Do you have sodium? Laurthsulfate?…
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Exploring the senses for evidence of problems in your water. Is your water clear? Does it have any odors? Do you see any deposits or stains? We cover them in more detail as well as give warnings of counterfeit filters or even entire unit. Final wrap up mentions water heater maintenance.Kirjoittanut Paul Gianos
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This episode digs into the leachate, or "Landfill Juice" produced by landfills in stagging amounts. This toxic liquid is produced from decomposition of the debris plus rainwater, and surface waters in combination with groundwater intrusion. It is supposed to be collected and processed but has components that aren't able to be removed. Overflow and …
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EP3 Pathogens In Your Water
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We got into the details on viruses, bacteria and parasites as well as how they can be in our water. We covered the Top 5 parasites in the US and how fridge filters only catch 96.6% of Live Cysts compared to 99.99% with Reverse Osmosis. Various viruses were discussed and common bacteria.Kirjoittanut Paul Gianos
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We discuss filtration compared to purification relative to the sizes of viruses , bacteria, and parasites. We did a typical cost comparison of a professional Reverse Osmosis System against buying the same water by the case of bottles. Typically the payback happens in 3 1/2 years for a 2-person household with a fridge filter being eliminated.…
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EP1 Different Water Sources
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We discuss private well, community well, municipal water supplies and common contaminants found in each. Some examples are: Chlorine, Chloramine, Hardness, Silica, Manganese, Iron, Pathogens, PH and TDS.Kirjoittanut Paul Gianos
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