Best Down Amp Drought Podcasts (2024)

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City After Dark Season 2 Episode 4 They Shoot Single People, Don't They? 50:02

5h ago50:02

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Up next in this episode which Francene & coryne break down... little cameo from none other than Bradley Cooper! Now none of the girls has a relationship, the quartet hits a salsa bar all night, so Carrie is late for a photo-shoot for Stanford's boyfriend Nevin's magazine; the result is worse then she ever feared. Only Samantha is absent from the po…

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Sustainable Groundwater Management Act Update 32:04

6h ago32:04

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On Episode 40 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Director of Water Resources and Regulatory Affairs, Michael Cooke, to discuss a big SGMA update. Following the third year of a historic drought, the state passed a series of bills that we refer to as SGMA and would become the framework for how groundwater would be managed throughout…

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City After Dark Season 2 Episode 3 The Freak Show 56:49

17h ago56:49

56:49

Coryne & Francene are back after a couple of weeks to commence the rewatching of Sex and The City! Tune in as we deep dive on the 'freak show' of men the ladies mingle with... but of course true fashion carrie couldn't help but showcase herself 'freak' in this episode! hit us up @cityafterdark instagram…

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Lineworkers 1:13:01

2M ago1:13:01

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On Episode 39 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Line Supervisor, Duarte Xavier, to discuss TID's lineworkers. When you think of TID, your first thought may be a bucket truck driving down the road or a lineman climbing a pole to restore power. But, even with that visual, you may not really understand what our lineman do. Day or ni…

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Podchat 26 | Deconstruction, Reducing Waste & Re-envisioning How We Build with Adam Corneil 1:01:44

1M ago1:01:44

1:01:44

For the past couple hundred years, buildings and homes in North America have been constructied using virgin timber from the vast forest resources that once stretched across the continent, and when those structures fall out of use, they are typically demolished, sending all of those old high quality timbers to the dump. Yet with that supply of quali…

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City After Dark Season 2 Epiosde 2 - The Awful Truth 39:22

2M ago39:22

39:22

Coryne & Francene are back with episode 2 of the second season of sex and the city! Three of the girls wrestle with the delicate question of what to tell or discreetly leave unmentioned with loved ones. For Miranda, this means overcoming her aversion to explicit encouragement and dirty talk in bed; Carrie's blabbermouth causes a friend to divorce, …

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City After Dark Season 2 Epsiode 1: Take me out to the ballgame 1:00:11

2M ago1:00:11

1:00:11

Welcome back to City After Dark! Coryne & Francene are BACK with new Season 2 rewatch of Sex and the City! After Carrie's break-up with Mr. Big, despite Charlotte's rule it takes half the duration of a relationship to get over it, she lets true fan Miranda take her and Sam to the Yankees stadium, where she accidentally catches a ball and thus meets…

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Careers at TID 40:08

2M ago40:08

40:08

On Episode 38 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Director of Human Resources, Jorian Reed, to discuss careers at TID. TID has long been a pillar of the community and, as such, has been a desirable location for those looking to build a career. However, with retirements and a changing workforce, the District is ever-evolving to deve…

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Podchat 25 | The power of Economic Reconciliation with Michelle Laviolette 1:06:12

3M ago1:06:12

1:06:12

What is economic reconciliation, why is it important, and what does it have to do with protecting lands and empowering communities? I sat down with Michelle Laviolette, the director of Indigenous Banking Strategy at Vancity to break it all down and hear about all the ways that they are working to support and create opportunities for individuals and…

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Podchat 24 | Managing our forests for a better future - Ecoforestry with Barry Gates 1:33:55

3M ago1:33:55

1:33:55

Forestry is a large part of the culture and economy of the PNW in both the US and Canada, but over a century of poor forest management has led to some of the largest issues we face today from a lack of biodiversity and carbon stores, to ecosystems that are less resilient to drought and forest fires. How can we create healthy communities living amon…

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Don Pedro Life Extension Project 1:02:21

4M ago1:02:21

1:02:21

On Episode 37 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Director of Power Generation, Tim Payne, to discuss the Don Pedro Life Extension. Later this month, the Don Pedro Project will celebrate its 52nd Anniversary. From valuable hydropower, to flood control and recreation, the project has served the District and our community incredibly …

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City After Dark: Season 1 Epsiode 12 Oh Come, All Ye Faithful 1:02:47

4M ago1:02:47

1:02:47

LAST EPISODE OF SEASON 1!!! It's a wrap! Cannot wait to come back for season 2! until then, he is the break down of Episode 12 Miranda dates rising playwright Thomas John Andersen, whose only flaw is he needs to shower immediately after sex, which he blames on nun teachers; her uttering sex is not sinful gets her thrown out forever. Carrie observes…

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City After Dark: Season 1 Epsiode 11 The Drought 59:49

4M ago59:49

59:49

After weeks sharing a bed, Carrie feels comfortable actually sleeping with M. Big, yet mortified when she farts in bed, but really worried when he stops to want sex every night. It really hits her when he prefers to watch a boxing match to kissing, so she paints her apartment. Miranda tells Carrie to be herself and feels she's worse off not having …

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Undercurrents 4.16.24 | Heatwave trends, bad winters, forest fires and better management in a changing climate 55:15

4M ago55:15

55:15

Undercurrents is a podcast series from Nerdy About Nature where we discuss recent studies, reports and news from the world of environment, ecology and climate which all impact our understanding of the world and the way we relate to it. In other words, it’s all the unseen things that happen without much notice that impact the direction or flow of ou…

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Value of Hydropower 1:07:24

5M ago1:07:24

1:07:24

On Episode 36 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Assistant General Manager, Power Supply, Dan Severson, to discuss the value of hydropower. Since 1923, when TID entered the retail electric business, clean, reliable hydropower has been part of our generation portfolio. Even as electric demand continues to rise, and more regulatory …

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City After Dark: Season 1 Episode 10 The Baby Shower 49:47

5M ago49:47

49:47

A baby shower for Laney starts the girls thinking about their futures; Carrie (Sarah Jessica Parker) may be pregnant. LOVED breaking down this episode with Francene & Coryne hit us up at @cityafterdarkBy francene & coryne

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City After Dark: Season 1 Episode 9 The Turtle & The Hare 28:31

5M ago28:31

28:31

Carrie is presented to Stanford Blatch's adored, classy grandmother, but comes to the conclusion his being gay cancels all his qualities on her bottom line and probably in her last will. Miranda is losing her self-respect after many rejections, but turns to blind dating - just to walk out on the first man who's still willing to give it a go when th…

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Undercurrents 3.27.24 | Boiling Microplastics, Oil & Gas Gaslighting, Issues with Glyphosate, and Ridiculous Climate Bandaid Solutions 1:24:28

5M ago1:24:28

1:24:28

Undercurrents is a podcast series from Nerdy About Nature where we discuss recent studies, reports and news from the world of environment, ecology and climate which all impact our understanding of the world and the way we relate to it. In other words, it’s all the unseen things that happen without much notice that impact the direction or flow of ou…

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City After Dark: Season 1 Episode 8 Three's a crowd 41:46

5M ago41:46

41:46

Architect and amazing lover Jack, an ideal catch for princess Charlotte, whom she met at many disease benefits, strongly suggest a trio with another woman- the friends are divided if or how. Samantha does it with married 37-year old wine importer Ken Shear; when he tells his wife Ruth, she insists Sam participates in his fantasy, a threesome, to sa…

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Closed-door deals & lies from the Ministry of Forests, and how we can reimagine our broken systems | Thoughsnacks 10:05

6M ago10:05

10:05

Oo hot goss’ alert! A new leaked map shows that while the top scientists on the Oldgrowth Technical Advisory Committee panel were picking out the best remaining old growth forest to protect in BC, the Ministry of Forests was actively undoing all that work, changing the borders on the deferral areas to include more low productivity forest while maki…

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City After Dark: Season 1 Episode 7 The Monogamists 48:02

6M ago48:02

48:02

When she discovers that Big is dating other women, Carrie realizes that she desires a monogamous relationship with him. In the meantime, Samantha I love the start of this episode is having trouble being monogamous with her realtors. Charlotte dislikes the sexual desires of her new boyfriend, and Miranda confronts jealousy when she runs into because…

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Land Surveying 1:21:00

6M ago1:21:00

1:21:00

On Episode 35 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Surveying and Right-of-Way Manager, Tristan Higgins, to discuss land surveying. While you may be able to spot surveyors and their equipment at an intersection or construction project, a lot of folks might not understand what they do. At TID, the Surveying Department plays an especia…

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Undercurrents - Good news special! | 3.5.24 - Oceanic nutrients, forest cover temps, plastic bag reduction and using your voice works! 1:22:25

6M ago1:22:25

1:22:25

Undercurrents is a podcast series from Nerdy About Nature where we discuss recent studies, reports and news from the world of environment, ecology and climate which all impact our understanding of the world and the way we relate to it. In other words, it’s all the unseen things that happen without much notice that impact the direction or flow of ou…

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City After Dark: Season 1 Episode 6 Secret Sex 45:32

6M ago45:32

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Join Coryne & Francene as they break down each episode from start to finish of Sex and the City! This is season 1 episode 6 secret sex - we are half way through the first season! Carrie put asides her misgivings about a photo session for a promotional picture for her columns, to go on buses, because she was allowed to keep the sexy dress, which she…

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Undercurrents | 2.20.24 - Changing Ocean Currents & Temps, Herbarium Shut Downs, Forest Composure & Droughts, and OGMAs 1:14:34

6M ago1:14:34

1:14:34

Undercurrents is a podcast series from Nerdy About Nature where we discuss recent studies, reports and news from the world of environment, ecology and climate which all impact our understanding of the world and the way we relate to it. In other words, it’s all the unseen things that happen without much notice that impact the direction or flow of ou…

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City After Dark: Season 1 Epsiode 5 The Power of Sex 33:45

6M ago33:45

33:45

Join us as we break down another episode!By francene & coryne

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Groundwater Recharge Projects 1:10:38

7M ago1:10:38

1:10:38

On Episode 34 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Supervising Engineering Technician, Wes Miller, to discuss groundwater recharge projects. The 2022-23 Water Year was the third wettest on record and, thanks for quick action and innovative solutions, TID was able to pilot several groundwater recharge projects using that flood water.…

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Thought Snacks | What is a Bioregion, and why do they matter? 4:49

7M ago4:49

4:49

What the heck is a bioregion, what does that mean and why does it matter?Well, I’ll tell ya, because thinking bioregionally is a key component of recognizing the ground underneath your feet and the role it plays in the broader systems of earth to create a better future for us all.A bioregion is an area of land that is defined by physical properties…

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City After Dark: Season 1 Episode 4 Valley of the twenty-something guys 39:52

7M ago39:52

39:52

Join us as we break down another episode!By francene & coryne

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Podchat 23 | Geomorphology of the Cascadian Bioregion w/ Pierre Friele - IE, how our land was formed 1:26:29

7M ago1:26:29

1:26:29

Do you ever stop to think about the dirt under your feet, or in this case the rock, and wonder how it got there? Well the answer is...complicated, but basically billions of years of intense geological and mechanical processes from erosion to volcanism and everything in between. In this episode, I sit down with Pierre Freile, an award-winning geosci…

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City After Dark: Season 1 Episode 3 Bay of Married Pigs 35:41

7M ago35:41

35:41

We are back with Episode 3 from Season 1By Francene & Coryne

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Undercurrents | 1.30.24 - Saving Bats, Plants Having Less Sex, How Tardigrades Survive, and an Incredibly Hot Planet 1:02:48

7M ago1:02:48

1:02:48

Undercurrents is a podcast series from Nerdy About Nature where we discuss recent studies, reports and news from the world of environment, ecology and climate which all impact our understanding of the world and the way we relate to it. In other words, it’s all the unseen things that happen without much notice that impact the direction or flow of ou…

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City After Dark: Season 1 Episode 2 Models & Mortals 26:34

7M ago26:34

26:34

Join Coryne & Francene as they dive into Episode 2 of Season 1 Follow us on @cityafterdarkBy Francene & Coryne

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City After Dark: Season 1 Episode 1 Pilot 34:38

7M ago34:38

34:38

Coryne & Francene are excited to kick off this brand new podcast as we recap the legendary Sex & The City Series! City After Dark: Rediscovering Sex and the City Dive into the glittering world of 'City After Dark,' a podcast that takes you on a glamorous journey through the iconic series 'Sex and the City.' Join us as we rediscover the laughter, te…

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Undercurrents | 1.18.24 - Antarctic heatwaves, deep sea mining, dying matriarchs, and forest restoration, destruction and fire resilience. 1:10:16

7M ago1:10:16

1:10:16

Undercurrents is a podcast series from Nerdy About Nature where we discuss recent studies, reports and news from the world of environment, ecology and climate which all impact our understanding of the world and the way we relate to it. In other words, it’s all the unseen things that happen without much notice that impact the direction or flow of ou…

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Undercurrents | New Series Introduction 14:25

8M ago14:25

14:25

The first introduction episode to a new podcast series I'm starting here called 'Undercurrents' Every couple of weeks, I'll be connecting with Julia Huggins (PHD, huge nerd) where we'll share interesting articles, studies, and news from the world of environmental science, ecology, climate, and everything in between! The goal here is to be able to p…

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TID History: How the District Became an Electric Utility 50:45

8M ago50:45

50:45

On Episode 33 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we welcome back author and historian Dr. Alan Paterson to discuss the TID's history and how the District entered the retail electric business. For 100 years, TID has served safe, reliable, and affordable power to our community – which is still vital to our region’s wellbeing today. But getting to that …

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Podchat 22 | Politics for a Better Future with Sonia Furstenau 1:13:39

8M ago1:13:39

1:13:39

At a top level, the lives we live are governed by political systems which control regulations, policy and set enforcements for how we treat each other not only within our human societies, but they can heavily impact the way our societies interact with the grander, more interconnected natural world that we all share. In order to create lasting chang…

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The One About the Podcast 40:35

9M ago40:35

40:35

On Episode 32 of the TID Water & Power Podcast, TID Communications Specialist, and producer of the podcast, Brandon McMillan moves behind the mic to take a look behind the scenes of the podcast. As we round out the year, we thought it would be fun to take a look back at what is now more than two and half years of the TID Water & Podcast. Maybe you’…

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Budgeting Process 1:08:09

10M ago1:08:09

1:08:09

On Episode 31 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Chief Financial Officer and Assistant General Manager, Financial Services, Brian Stubbert, to discuss the budgeting process. As a not-for-profit, community-owned utility, the District is funded by our customers. And keeping rates affordable is a top priority. As such, there is a lot…

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Podchat 21 | Everyday Microbes & Life on Life on Life with Julia Huggins 1:26:39

10M ago1:26:39

1:26:39

On every surface of every single thing, there are tiny microbial forces at work creating the world we live in. From oily sheens on pond water to streaks of red mud, the evidence of these little microbes is more obvious than you may think - you’ve just gotta know where to look, and what to look for! Back for her third appearance, Julia Huggins takes…

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Community-Owned Power 57:56

11M ago57:56

57:56

On Episode 30 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by American Public Power Association President and CEO, Scott Corwin, to discuss the public power. Community-owned utilities across the nation, including TID, celebrated Public Power Week the first full week of October – a weeklong celebration of all things public power. Much like the regi…

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Podchat 20 | The Wonderful World of Bees with Emilie Usher 1:25:36

11M ago1:25:36

1:25:36

Have you ever stopped for a moment to think about where all our food comes from, and how it came to be? Well, if you know anything about ecology and life on this planet, you’d know that a vast majority of all that food either directly or indirectly comes from the work of pollinators. Without them, there would be no fruit, no squash or pumpkins, no …

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Regulating Reservoirs - Part 1 1:00:29

12M ago1:00:29

1:00:29

On Part 1 of Episode 29 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we sit down with TID Chief Operating Officer, Brad Koehn, and Water Distribution Department Manager, Mike Kavarian, to discuss the District's regulating reservoirs. Unlike Don Pedro, which has a storage capacity of more than 2 million acre-feet, TID’s regulating reservoirs are more like ponds…

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Regulating Reservoirs - Part 2 52:54

12M ago52:54

52:54

On Part 2 of Episode 29 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by Senior Civil Engineer, Matt Hazen, Construction and Maintenance Department Manager, Chris Hardin, to discuss the in-house design and construction of our regulating reservoirs. Unlike Don Pedro, which has a storage capacity of more than 2 million acre-feet, TID’s regulating res…

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Thought Snack | Changing Fire Regimes of North America 10:06

1y ago10:06

10:06

Fire is such a hot topic these days - pun intended! Yet we used to have a lot more fire across the landscape than we do today…so whats going on? Fires are a naturally occurring part of a forest ecosystem, and are generally classified as either low-intensity burns (LIBs) or high-intensity burns (HIBs), both of which have different causes and impacts…

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Thought Snacks | Getting a PHEV Car in the era of Climate Change 12:57

1y ago12:57

12:57

After a serious of events that left me in need of a new car and long, arduous process of deliberation, I ended up getting a used PHEV, and decided to talk about my thought process here. Instead of going over the details, features, performance of the Rav4 Prime I ended up getting, I wanted to address the larger, more ethical issues associated with g…

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Podchat 19 | The Mental Health Benefits of Restorative Gardening with Jordan Mara 1:39:51

1y ago1:39:51

1:39:51

You may have heard that being amongst a forest can help calm your nervous system, but did you know that getting your hands dirty can help clear your mind too? This week, I sat down with self-made gardening entrepreneurial creator Jordan Mara to chat all about the mental health benefits and aspects of gardening, and what he aims to do through his pr…

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Educating Students, Teachers, and the Community 31:50

1y ago31:50

31:50

On Episode 28 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we sit down with TID Communications Specialist, Lisa McMullen, to discuss the District's education programs. Students are preparing to head back to the classroom as a new school year begins. But for TID, education is a year-round endeavor. From community events, classroom activities, and multi-media pr…

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Thought Snacks | Why don't we protect endangered ecosystems like we do species? 5:52

1y ago5:52

5:52

Extinction is a common threat to thousands of species these days as a result of human development, logging, pollution, habitat loss and fragmentation, and the plethora of impacts relative to anthropogenic climate change. In all these cases, the two biggest contributing factors to a species going extinct is habitat loss and limited genetic variation…

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