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The Watershed

We Are Water MN
Water
Climate Change
Minnesota
Mississippi River
Water Quality
PFAS
Water Conservation
Invasive Species
Chisago County
Leech Lake
Big Stone Lake
Minnesota River
Agriculture
We Are Water Minnesota
Community Engagement
Land Stewardship
Grief
Wetlands
Rain Gardens
Menominee

The Watershed is a podcast exploring stories about water and people from communities throughout Minnesota. The Watershed is produced by We Are Water MN, which is led by the Minnesota Humanities Center in partnership with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency; the Minnesota Historical Society; the Board of Water and Soil Resources; the Minnesota Departments of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Reso... more

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Thanks for listening to The Watershed, a podcast from We Are Water MN.

In this episode, we’re joined by Brett Ostby, a biologist who works with endangered species, with a special focus on freshwater mussels. Brett explores how human activity has res... more

Thank you for listening to The Watershed! This podcast is produced by We Are Water MN, a traveling exhibit and community engagement initiative.

In 2026, the exhibit will visit five communities throughout the state of Minnesota: Byron (Oxbow Park & ... more

The Watershed is a podcast of We Are Water MN. In this episode, we hear from former hosts & MN GreenCorps members; Megan Reich, Arden Sasak & Angela Hugunin.

The We Are Water MN exhibit will be hosted in Henderson from August 14, through October 6, ... more

The Watershed is a podcast of We Are Water MN. In this episode, we hear from outfitting guide, and activist Peta Barrett.

The We Are Water MN exhibit will be hosted in Ely from April 24, through June 16, 2025. The main exhibit will be at the Ely Com... more

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Peta Barrett
Founder of Women's Wilderness Discovery, empowering women through wilderness experiences.
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Episode: Women Empowered by Wilderness
Lisa Pugh
A lifelong Minnesotan activist and scientist.
Episode: Protecting Water, Protecting People
Knife Lake Nancy
Former wilderness ranger with a passion for paddling and pottery.
Episode: 60 days, 6 Women, over 60
Jason Frank
Librarian of Big Stone County with a deep connection to water and nature
Episode: Water & Creativity
Neva Foster
Artist specializing in watercolor, she embraces the unpredictability of the medium in her creative process
Episode: Water & Creativity
Brent Olson
County Commissioner of Ortonville and experienced farmer
Episode: Water & the Weather
Jeffrey Harper
Water resources manager for the Leech Lake Reservation
Leech Lake Tribal College
Episode: 54 | PFAS in Water (Cass Lake, MN)
Leanna Goose
Community member passionate about water protection and research on wild rice
Leech Lake Tribal College
Episode: 53 | Protecting Manoomin & Water for Future Generations (Cass Lake, MN)
Brittany Lenzmeier
Outreach Coordinator with the Stern's County Soil and Water Conservation District
Stern's County Soil and Water Conservation District
Episode: 52 | How Can Hosting an Exhibit Spark Lasting Change?

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Sienna
Host of a podcast exploring stories about water and communities in Minnesota, advocating for environmental stewardship and community engagement.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • What’s your water story?

    I love hearing about fellow Minnesotans’ relationships with water and this podcast does just that. Sharing water stories helps me to connect and build relationships with the people in my life and the people I meet. The traveling exhibit and programming is amazing too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TwinMamaHatz
    United States4 years ago
  • this podcast is produced by the MNPCA

    the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency helped produce this podcast. This same agency approved water crossing permits for Enbridge’s Line 3 pipeline expansion that has been proven to pollute air and water. It also violates treaty rights, endangers Indigenous communities, and is fiscally wreckless.

    MNPCA has proven it’s worth as an agency is nothing more than toothless pageantry and you can expect nothing more from anything they produce.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    jonas goonface
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the personal stories shared and their connection to water, highlighting a sense of community.
Some criticisms reference concerns over the affiliation with agencies that have controversial environmental histories.
Positive feedback emphasizes the importance of the podcast in fostering environmental awareness and relationships.

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52 | How Can Hosting an Exhibit Spark Lasting Change?
Q: What drew you to work with water?
Their childhood experiences and educational backgrounds sparked a passion for water stewardship and community engagement.
51 | What We Give, What We Get Back (Chisago County, MN)
Q: How did you learn about water as a child?
Rick Olseen shares that kids in Chisago County learn about water through a local water festival where they have hands-on experiences with fish and ecosystems.
⁠49 | Making a Difference for Water (Chisago County, MN)⁠
Q: What can we do in the face of these threats to our waters?
One way is through rain gardens, helping lakes be healthy and promoting initiatives like the Adopt-A-Drain program to keep stormwater areas clear.
48 | What We Leave for the Next Generation (Holdingford, MN)
Q: Have you ever experienced a drought?
Don reflects on significant droughts during his childhood in the 70s and the '80s, emphasizing their impact on water availability.

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What is The Watershed about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the vital relationship between water and communities in Minnesota, content features narratives that not only explore environmental themes but also highlight personal stories, advocacy, and the deep emotional connections people have with water. Episodes engage with diverse topics such as water stewardship, the empowering experiences offered by nature, environmental justice, and the historical significance of local waterways, while fostering community engagement and mindfulness among listeners. Unique features include discussions with local activists, artists, and environmental scientists, enriching the conversation around sustainability and cultural identity with water-related issues prominent in the region.

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These podcasts share a similar audience with The Watershed:

1. Green Dreamer: Seeding change towards collective healing, sustainability, regeneration
2. The Wild with Chris Morgan

How many episodes of The Watershed are there?

The Watershed launched 5 years ago and published 75 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Watershed include:

1. Peta Barrett
2. Lisa Pugh
3. Knife Lake Nancy
4. Jason Frank
5. Neva Foster
6. Brent Olson
7. Jeffrey Harper
8. Leanna Goose

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