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Water TalkMaking good on the Human Right to WaterA conversation with Susana De Anda (Executive Director and Co-Founder of the Community Water Center) about the gaps between legislating and enacting the Human Right to Water including accountability, affordability, and leveraging related water policies. Released December 12, 2025.
2025-12-1243 minWater TalkGroundwater depletion, sea level rise, and satellitesA conversation with Jay Famiglietti (Global Futures Professor at Arizona State University and Director of the Arizona Water Innovation Initiative) about groundwater depletion, sea level rise, mega-drying regions, and increasing public awareness of groundwater. Released December 5, 2025.
2025-12-0550 minWater TalkThe Imperial Valley—winter produce basket and living borderA conversation with University of California Desert Research and Extension Center Director Dr. Jairo Diaz about water, agriculture, and border dynamics in the Imperial Valley spanning California, Arizona, and Mexico. Re-released on November 26, 2025 with original interview from April 16, 2021.
2025-11-2644 minWater TalkDisasters and Emergency ManagementA conversation with Professor Samantha Montano (Massachusetts Maritime Academy, author of Disasterology) about the stages of emergency management, needs following different types of disasters, and the changing emergency management landscape across the United States. Released November 21, 2025.
2025-11-2142 minWater TalkInside the Working Cranberry MarshA conversation with Professors Leslie Holland and Amaya Atucha (University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension) about cranberry production, water use, recycling, and enjoyment. Released November 14, 2025.
2025-11-1443 minWater TalkEnvironmental justice tactics, strategies, and institutionsA conversation with Professor Tracy Perkins (Arizona State University) about the history of the environmental justice movement in California and different types of environmental action and activism. Released November 7, 2025.
2025-11-0733 minWater TalkWater budgeting and bankruptcyA conversation with Brian Richter (Sustainable Waters) about budgeting water for the environment and water accounting for the future. Released October 31, 2025.
2025-10-3138 minWater TalkIrrigation, Evapotranspiration, and ClimateA conversation with Professor Sonali McDermid (New York University) about irrigation, evapotranspiration, and impacts on climate systems. Released October 24, 2025.
2025-10-2438 minWater TalkTribal and Transboundary Issues in the Colorado River BasinA conversation with Cora Tso (Senior Research Fellow, Tribal Water Policy, Kyl Center for Water Policy, Arizona State University) and Prof. Sam Sandoval (University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources, UC Davis, Water Talk podcast co-host) about the complex system of water use agreements with Tribes and Mexico. Released October 17, 2025.
2025-10-1746 minWater TalkReimagining Flood Risk and InsuranceA conversation with Dr. Kathleen Schaefer about flood risk and new approaches for community-based flood insurance. Released October 10, 2025.
2025-10-1042 minWater TalkA Blueprint for Community Organizing around Data CentersA conversation with Professor Michael Bogan (University of Arizona School of Natural Resources and the Environment) about data center water use, the concept of water neutral development, and community mobilization. Released October 3, 2025.
2025-10-0352 minWater TalkWater Footprint of AI Data CentersA conversation with Professor Melissa Scanlan (UW–Milwaukee Center for Water Policy and School of Freshwater Sciences) about data center water use, growth, and policy considerations. Released September 26, 2025.
2025-09-2643 minWater TalkSeason 6 TeaserWelcome to the sixth season of Water Talk! Cohosts Drs. Mallika Nocco, Faith Kearns, and Sam Sandoval talk about the new normal, our favorite bodies of water, all-time favorite episodes, and upcoming season. Released September 19, 2025
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The Cringe is RealThe Traitors US - S03E11&12 (w/ Dan Morrison)We finally did it. Dan and Sam have murdered the third season of The Traitors US. Dead, gone, zero, zilch. The gerls reminisce about the good, the bad and the Danielle of the season including the explosive(?) finale and reunion. It’s Bob v Dorinda, Britney v Danielle and Tom Sandoval v Andy Cohen. There’s also time for a catch up on all the drama from Southern Hospitality and The Real Housewives of Sydney.Follow The Cringe is Real on Instagram, TikTok & Bluesky. Support the show
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The Cringe is RealThe Traitors US - S03E10 (w/ Dan Morrison)With Mardi Gras in full swing Sam and Dan are getting gay(er than usual) in honour of our lord and savior Kylie. After a quick kiki on Karen Huger’s sentence and The Real Housewives Sydney season 3 premiere the gals get back into The Traitors US as it reaches the finish line. On the penultimate episode we sadly say goodbye to Sandoval and with him, most of the entertainment form the show. Gabby isnt dumb, Dolores is at the buffet and Dylan is in the shower (to Dan’s delight and Sam’s sadness). Who is gonna take this t...
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The Cringe is RealThe Traitors US - S03E08 (w/ Dan Morrison)*sings nursery rhymes backwards* This week on The Traitors its the Sandoval show, and Dan and Sam are delighted to discuss it. Ivar continues to fumble his way through the game, Sam is trolling Tom, and Ciara was raised to be a “bad ass bitch”. But sadly for her, she played too hard. Danielle and Carolyn cant seem to work it out on the remix.. Will more traitor-on-traitor violence follow? And most importantly, will Sam make it to yoga? Find out on this week’s episode with a side of Apple Cider Vinegar, Summer House and more. Follow:
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The Cringe is RealThe Traitors US - S03E07 (w/ Dan Morrison)Abracadabra! Just like that, Tom Sandoval’s hat is full of nonconsensual mealworms. Just another day in The Traitors castle, and Dan and Sam have a lot to say about it. The girls are also excited for new Gaga, and chat about Southern Hospitality. Oh! Boston Rob is finally gone, gays rejoice. Poor baby girl Dylan Efron will need a new bromance, will it be Tom?Follow The Cringe is Real on Instagram, TikTok & Bluesky. Support the show
2025-02-091h 04Water TalkEp 69: Advising CA Tribal PolicyA conversation with Anecita Agustinez (state tribal policy advisor, California Department of Water Resources) about water governance and expertise around challenging policy issues. Released February 7, 2025.
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The Cringe is RealThe Traitors US - S03E06 (w/ Dan Morrison)Dan and Sam are back on the case of The Straightors this week in our episode six recap. Boston Rob continues to MAGA the castle ensuring an end to the gays once and for all. What is Britney doing? Why is Sandoval so sweaty? These questions answered and much more, including discussion of all the current Housewives Reunions.Follow:@thecringeisrealpod@samcremean@gasbagging@dantmorrisonSupport the show
2025-02-021h 06Water TalkEp 68: Engineering Safer and Cleaner WaterA conversation with Nichole Morgan (civil engineer, California State Water Resources Control Board) about implementing programs and policies to steward water resources and infrastructure. Released January 31, 2025.
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The Cringe is RealThe Traitors US - S03E05 (w/ Dan Morrison)RIP Dan and Sam this week - the girls simply cannot with the chaos and utter stupidity of this cast. Join our hosts for another healthy serving of Boston Rob and Danielle bashing along with a side of the Traitors UK and RHONY finales.Oh and Tom Sandoval’s fashions have not improved. Follow The Cringe is Real on Instagram, TikTok & Bluesky. Support the show
2025-01-261h 05Water TalkEp 67: Wildfire and Water InfrastructureA conversation with Drs. Greg Pierce (UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation) and Faith Kearns (ASU Water Innovation Initiative) about water infrastructure before, during, and following wildfires. Released January 24, 2025.
2025-01-2449 minWater TalkEp 66: Water NarrativesA conversation with Drs. Caroline Gottschalk (University of Wisconsin–Madison) and Marty Holtgren (Encompass Socio-ecological Consulting) about the importance of restoration, oral histories, dams, and rivers. Released January 17, 2025.
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The Cringe is RealThe Traitors US - S03E01-03 (w/ Dan Morrison)Traitor hunters Dan and Sam return to discuss the first week of Season 3 of The Traitors US. We are off to a chaotic start as the housewives are targeted, the Big Brother girlies are beefing and Tom Sandoval is a sweaty mess. Your stunning hosts also touch on this week’s SLC and much more.Follow The Cringe is Real on Instagram, TikTok & Bluesky. Support the show
2025-01-121h 14Water TalkEp 65: Water and Housing InstabilityA conversation with Drs. Alhelí Calderón Villareal (California State University San Marcos) and Georgia Kayser (University of California, San Diego) about the importance of water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services for people experiencing housing instability. Released December 20, 2024.
2024-12-2041 minWater TalkEp 64: Disabled GroundwaterA conversation with professor Sunaura Taylor (author, artist, UC Berkeley) about injured aquifers and reframing disability in a broader environmental context. Released December 13, 2024.
2024-12-1342 minWater TalkEp 63: Growing AgavesA conversation with California agave growers Ofelia Lichtenheld (East San Diego County) and Jordie Ricigliano (Central Coast) about opportunities and challenges for agave production. Released December 6, 2024.
2024-12-0638 minWater TalkEp 62: Reflecting on SGMA after ten yearsA conversation with Deputy Director for Sustainable Water Management Paul Gosselin (CA Department of Water Resources) about California's groundwater governance and progress towards sustainability goals. Released November 22, 2024.
2024-11-2242 minWater TalkEp 61: Blackwater SwampsA conversation with professor Ryan Emanuel (hydrologist, Lumbee tribe member, Duke University) about Indigenous survival and resilience across swamps, plains, and blackwaters in Eastern North Carolina. Released November 15, 2024.
2024-11-1543 minWater TalkEp 60: Colorado River CompactA conversation with John Fleck (author, journalist, University of New Mexico) and Kathryn Sorenson (Senior Global Futures Scientist, Kyl Center for Water Policy, Arizona State University) about the Colorado River Compact. Released November 8, 2024.
2024-11-0843 minWater TalkEp 59: Science and Civic EngagementA conversation with Dr. Juliet Christian-Smith (Union of Concerned Scientists) about the role of scientists in politics and policy with a focus on Western water policy. Released November 1, 2024.
2024-11-0142 minWater TalkEp 58: Great Lakes CompactA conversation with environmental attorney and clinical law professor Oday Salim (National Wildlife Federation, University of Michigan Law School) about the Great Lakes Compact. Released October 25, 2024.
2024-10-2551 minWater TalkEp 57: Urban Agriculture, Compost, and WaterA conversation with soil microbial ecologist Dr. Joshua Garcia about farming in cities, composting, and regenerative agriculture. Released October 18, 2024.
2024-10-1841 minWater TalkEp 56: Climate Change & Mental HealthA conversation with climate psychologist and author Leslie Davenport about eco-anxiety, eco-grief, and mental health strategies for coping with climate change. Released October 11, 2024.
2024-10-1143 minWater TalkEp 55: Season 5 TeaserWelcome back to the fifth season of Water Talk! Cohosts Drs. Mallika Nocco, Faith Kearns, and Sam Sandoval talk about some big changes and updates for Season 5. Released August 16, 2024
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The Good Foods PodcastGood Foods Grocery spotlight for February 2024 is the Bulk Department featuring Sam Jones.One of the many advantages that Good Foods Grocery offers its customers is the fact that for the most part, the team you saw working hard to give you the best foods, supplements, and other items, is the same team you'll see next year and the year after that.February 2024 is the month that we put a special spotlight on our Bulk Department, which is run by Same Jones. Sam has worked at Good Foods Grocery for the past 13 years and he still enjoys getting to meet customers and make their shopping experience as easy as...
2024-02-1716 minWater TalkEp 54: Water Advocacy and ImplementationA conversation with Laurel Firestone (State Water Resources Control Board) about water governance, leadership, and policy implementation in CA. Released June 2, 2023.
2023-06-0240 min
The Latinx/e In Social Work PodcastUnderstanding Money and Building a Secure Future | Maria Herrera Paloma & Blanca SepulvedaToday I host financial experts Maria Herrera Paloma and Blanca Sepulveda, who shed light on the critical aspects of managing personal finance within the Hispanic community. Through our discussions, we uncover the intricacies of financial trauma, explore the evolution of our relationship with money, and navigate the waters of debt management. You'll walk away from this episode with newfound understanding and practical tips on preparing for your financial future, retirement planning, and building generational wealth.Key takeaways from this episode:The importance of managing financial trauma and its influence on our overall well-beingHow to...
2023-05-2344 minWater TalkEp 53: Sierra SnowpackA conversation with Dr. Safeeq Khan (UC Merced) about the Sierra Nevada Snowpack, snow-vegetation-fire interactions, and snow futures. Released May 19, 2023.
2023-05-1946 minWater TalkEp 52: Water Sovereignty and ArtistryA conversation with Dr. Brittani Orona (San Diego State University) about visual sovereignty, Indigenous history, artistry, and advocacy on waters. Released May 12, 2023.
2023-05-1243 minWater TalkEp 51: Rural Socio-hydrologyA conversation with Dr. Daniel O'Connell (Central Valley Partnership) about land, water, and community development in the CA Central Valley. Released May 5, 2023.
2023-05-0535 minWater TalkEp 50: Comparative Water PoliticsA conversation with Dr. Sharon Megdal (University of Arizona) about water governance in AZ and CA, recharge, transboundary aquifers, and science diplomacy. Released April 28, 2023.
2023-04-2842 minWater TalkEp 49: David 'Mas' MasumotoA conversation with farmer and author David 'Mas' Masumoto about peaches, regenerative practices, soil, water, and intergenerational histories in the CA Central Valley. Rereleased April 20, 2023 with original recordings from October 2020.
2023-04-2135 minWater TalkEp 48: The Salton Sea(s)A conversation with Dr. Traci Brynne Voyles (University of Oklahoma) about the environmental history of The Salton Sea as well as current and future challenges. Released April 14, 2023.
2023-04-1435 minWater TalkEp 47: Regulating NitrogenA conversation with Claire Bjork (Central Coast Regional Water Board) about groundwater nitrogen policy, water quality compliance, and the Irrigated Lands Regulatory Program. Released April 7, 2023
2023-04-0738 minWater TalkEp 46: Environmental Justice in the San Joaquin ValleyA conversation with Nayamin Martinez (Central California Environmental Justice Network) about environmental public health issues and activism in the San Joaquin Valley. Released March 24, 2023.
2023-03-2430 minWater TalkEp 45: Atmospheric RiversA conversation with Dr. Katerina Gonzales (EPA Climate Adaptation Advisor) and Dr. Daniel Swain (UCLA) about atmospheric rivers, climate extremes and futures, and climate science communication. Rereleased March 17, 2023 with original recordings from June 30, 2020.
2023-03-1741 minWater TalkEp 44: Water Insecurity and CircularityA conversation with Dr. Greg Pierce (UCLA Luskin Center for Innovation) about the Human Right to Water, the housing-water-fire nexus, wastewater equity, and green infrastructure. Released March 10, 2023.
2023-03-1044 minWater TalkEp 43: Educating & Empowering Elected OfficialsA conversation with Leticia Gonzales (District 4 Supervisor, Madera County) and Victor Griego (Water Education for Latino Leaders) about representation in water governance, service through leadership, and action-oriented education for elected officials. Released March 3, 2023.
2023-03-0332 minWater TalkEp 42: Regenerative ViticultureA conversation with UCCE Viticulture Advisor Dr. Chris Chen (Sonoma, Lake, Mendocino Counties) and soil scientist Noelymar Gonzalez-Maldonado (UC Davis) about regenerative viticulture, soils, and climate resilience in vineyards. Released February 24, 2023.
2023-02-2447 minWater TalkEp 41: Dam, History!A conversation with historian Varsha Venkatasubramanian (UC Berkeley) about the history of dams in the Western United States and the world as it relates to foreign policy, policy history, and environmental movements. Released February 17, 2023.
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Nick Sandoval podcastNick Sandoval - Full Spectrum (Feb '23)1) Łaszewo - Colors 2) Janet Jackson - Let's Wait Awhile (Dennis Blaze ReWork) 3) Dan & Shay - Tequila (Nick Sandoval Re-Edit) 4) DJ Katch, Beenie Man, & Walshy Fire - Whine And Go Down 5) Drake & 21 Savage vs Lil Jon & Ying Yang Twins - Circo Loco (Refresh Salt Shaker Blend) 6) Coi Leray - Players 7) Kendrick Lamar - Big King Kunta Energy 8) Jorja Smith & Burna Boy - Be Honest (JL 90s Blend) 9) EVAN GIIA - WESTWORLD 10) Jethro Heston - My Love (Slower & Lower) 11) Pitbull ft Vikina - It Takes 3 12) Miley Cyrus - Flowers 13) Ancalima, Loco Miguel - Gangsta's Paradise 14) Sam Smith & Kim Petras vs Rico Nasty...
2023-02-121h 11Water TalkEp 40: Whiplash & ReflectionA conversation with Drs. Sam Sandoval, Faith Kearns, and Mallika Nocco about the 2023 Water Year so far, weather whiplash, and what it means for California agriculture and communities. Released February 10, 2023.
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Nature's Archive#60: Dr. Sam Sandoval - Hydrology and Water ManagementNo matter who you are or where you live, you depend on water. Often, water access is so reliable and ubiquitous that many of us rarely stop to consider the natural and human-made systems that capture, store, and transport water to where it is needed. But climate change and decades of growing consumption are forcing us to reconsider the ways of the past.Water management and hydrology are huge topics, and I couldn't have found a better guest than Dr. Sam Sandoval Solis to help us understand it. Sam is an assistant professor and cooperative extension specialist...
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Unpopular Passion43. Changing Paths and Mindsets with The Black & Tan Show (JR & Sam)A little under a year between our first episode together and this one, though so much has shifted. From changed career paths to shifting mindsets. When you’re trying to figure out what makes you happy, you can change your mind. And you can change your path as many times as it takes.
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Crème De La Crime PodcastWhat happened to Abby Blagg & Angelica Sandoval?ABBY JO BLAGG: Abby Blagg went missing from Grand Junction, Mesa County, Colorado on November 12, 2001. She was 6 years old, and what she was wearing at the time is currently unknown. At the time of her disappearance, she was 4'0 and weighed around 44 lbs. She has strawberry blonde hair and blue eyes. She is classified as endangered missing, with foul play suspected. She would be in her late 20's today. If you have any information regarding the disappearance of Abby Blagg, please contact The Mesa County Sheriff's Office at (970)-244-3500.
ANGELICA ESPERANZA SANDOVAL: Angelica Sandoval disappeared from Al...
2022-06-0927 minWater TalkEp 39: Slow Water MovementsA conversation with Erica Gies (Author, Reporter, National Geographic Explorer) about water detectives, slowing down the movement of water, controlling water, and giving water space. Released May 6, 2022.
2022-05-0644 min
Ocu-PasiónMusic as a Universal Experience with Singer/Songwriter Carolina Rial from "The Voice" Season 20Send us a textCapítulo 031: On this episode of Ocu-Pasión we are joined by Professional singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer Carolina Rial from "The Voice" Season 20. Listen in as we discuss her deep passion and love for music, being a self-taught singer, and building a musical career from the ground up. Carolina Rial is an 18-year-old singer, songwriter, musician, actress, dancer and model based in New Jersey. Carolina rose to national attention this past year as a contestant on season 20 of NBC's hit singing TV show, The Voice. Her blind audition of Sam...
2022-05-011h 01Water TalkEp 38: Ag in the DeltaA conversation with Dr. Michelle Leinfelder-Miles (University of California Cooperative Extension Delta Crops Resource Management Advisor) about different types of crops, soils, salinity, and water management in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta region. Released April 29, 2022.
2022-04-2934 minWater TalkEp 37: Water journalism and information flowsA conversation with Ian James (Los Angeles Times) about water journalism in the Western United States, developing stories, journalistic roles, sourcing data, and reporting on contentious water issues. Released April 22, 2022.
2022-04-2229 minWater TalkEp 36: Central Coast Wine and WaterA conversation with Mark Battany (University of California Cooperative Extension Water Management and Biometeorology Advisor) about viticulture, water use, fog, salinity, and water use for frost protection in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties. Released April 15, 2022.
2022-04-1539 minWater TalkEp 35: Disasters and Climate JusticeA conversation with Dr. Michael Méndez (UC Irvine) about climate-induced disasters, planning, responses, and justice in the Los Angeles area. Released April 8, 2022.
2022-04-0840 minWater TalkEp 34: CA Native Water Rights, Stewardship, & ProtectionA conversation with Dr. Beth Rose Middleton Manning (UC Davis) about water rights, hydroelectric infrastructure, easements, and conservation in California. Released April 1, 2022.
2022-04-0143 minWater TalkEp 33: Pacific Kelp ForestsA conversation with Dr. Arturo Ramírez-Valdez (UC San Diego Scripps Institution of Oceanography & Universidad Autonoma de Baja California) about the iconic Pacific kelp forests, international management efforts, marine protected areas, giant sea bass, and coastal ecosystems. Released March 18, 2022.
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