River of Ideas
River of Ideas is a podcast about greener cities and cleaner water through science and urban planning. We cover topics like green infrastructure, water quality, landscape design, ecology, environmental policy, and environmental justice.
You can find the video version of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mississippiwmo
River of Ideas is produced by the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization, a Minneapolis-based joint-powers local government unit and one of approximately three dozen watershed organizations in the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area. Learn more at mwmo.org.
Podcasting since 2024 • 7 episodes
River of Ideas
Latest Episodes
From Green Team to Green Workforce with Akia Vang and Mary Yang | River of Ideas, Episode 07
In this episode of River of Ideas, host Mary Yang, MWMO’s Community Outreach Specialist and former Mississippi River Green Team member, sits down with fellow Green Team alumnus Akia Vang to explore how the program shaped their journeys...
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Episode 7
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31:13
Designing for a Low-Salt Future with Connie Fortin | River of Ideas, Episode 06
In this episode of the River of Ideas podcast, host Nick Busse chats with Connie Fortin, the Low-Salt Strategist at Bolton & Menk, Inc., and a recognized expert in smart salting practices. Together, they dive into the pressing issue of chlo...
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Episode 6
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46:53
Upper Harbor Terminal's Green Future with Kevin Reich | River of Ideas, Episode 05
In this episode of River of Ideas, host Nick Busse interviews MWMO Executive Director Kevin Reich about the ambitious redevelopment of the Upper Harbor Terminal in North Minneapolis. Learn how the 53-acre former industrial site will feature an ...
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Episode 5
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37:02
From Urban Angler to Community Educator: Ray Ruiz Jr.'s Journey | River of Ideas Episode 04
Join Adam Flett from the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization as he sits down with Ray Ruiz Jr., founder and executive director of Baztec, Inc. In this episode of "River of Ideas," Ray shares his inspiring journey from growing up in Ch...
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Episode 4
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57:14
Finding Nature in the City: Twin Cities' Best River Adventures | River of Ideas, Episode 03
🌊 Dive into the Heart of the Twin Cities! 🌿In our latest River of Ideas podcast, hosts Nick and Abby share their favorite places to explore and things to do along the Mississippi River in Minneapolis and St. Paul. From biking scenic tra...
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Episode 3
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57:48
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