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How do we build an inclusive world? Hear intimate and in-depth conversations with changemakers on disability rights, youth mental health advocacy, prison reform, grassroots activism, and more. First-hand stories about activism, change, and courage from people who are changing the world: from how a teen mom became the Planned Parenthood CEO, to NBA player Kevin Love on mental health in professional sports, to Beetlejuice actress Geena Davis on Hollywood’s role in women’s rights. All About Change is hosted by Jay Ruderman, whose life’s work is seeking social justice and inclusion for people with disabilities worldwide. Join Jay as he interviews iconic guests who have gone through adversity and harnessed their experiences to better the world. This show ultimately offers the message of hope that we need to keep going. All About Change is a production of the Ruderman Family Foundation. Listen and subscribe to All About Change wherever you get podcasts. https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/
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KMSU's Karen Wright hosts a series of interviews with experts on Saving the Earth.
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KMSU's Karen Wright hosts a series of interviews with experts on Saving the Earth.
May 1, 2025 - The College of Business at Minnesota State University, Mankato is adding a Sustainability Course to its MBA program. College of Business faculty, Dr. Brenda Flannery discusses the importance of this new course to discuss sustainability in business companies and their impact on the environment or society. In addition to driving social and environmental change, Flannery says sustainability initiatives can contribute to an organization's overall success. The course will be open to community members as well as students pursuing their MBA. Sign up for fall semester starts now.…
April 17, 2025 - Do you need an excuse to get out on the lake? Or to spend some time on a nearby waterway? The MPCA is searching for volunteers who want to do just that by being a Water Monitor. MPCA Volunteer Water Monitoring Program Coordinator, Waverly Reibel, explains how you can be a part in helping improve the quality of water in our state while enjoying the great outdoors!…
Jan. 16, 2025 More than 100 Electric Vehicle models are now available in the U. S. market. Jukka Kukkonen, Chief EV Educator and Strategist wctricith Shift2Ele, discusses how far the EV technology has grown and improved: with better range, new features, and vehicles for everyday lifestyles. For more info, see EVinfoList.com.…
April 10, 2025 - Less than 1% of native prairie and savanna ecosystems exist today. That's why Kim Musser, co-director of the Minnesota State Mankato Water Resource Center and Henry Panoswitch, founder of Prairie Enthusiasts have developed a stewardship program to get youth involved in nature to protect our natural heritage.…
March 26, 2025 - Eighty-percent of Americans can't see the Milky Way from their backyards due to light pollution. Astronomer Dr. James Lowenthal at Smith College talks about how it affects our health, our climate, wildlife and all aspects of our lives in negative ways. He discusses solutions and how we can all make a difference.…
March 20, 2025 - The third annual Lakes Conference is set to bring water expertise and inspiration to lake stewards on March 20-21, 2025. ISG Water Business Unit Leader, Julie Blackburn, discusses common lake misconceptions, and how the conference is designed to empower lakes residents and stakeholders with practical tools and knowledge for managing their lakes.…
March 13, 2025 - In June 2024, the Rapidan Dam suffered catastrophic failure when floodwaters tore around the west end of the dam, eating away the shoreline and sending a century's worth of sediment stored behind the structure down the river. Dr. Phil Larson, co-director of Minnesota State Mankato's Earth Systems Laboratory, and MSU alum Dr. Zach Hilgendorf received a National Science Foundation grant to study how the river has altered the environment, and will provide information to communities across the nation about what to expect in future severe weather events.…
March 12, 2025 - A permit application to mine sand and gravel on land immediately adjacent to one of the Mankato area's newest and largest parks has been withdrawn following a flood of opposition. Community effort led by Charles Eltonga, who started a petition which helped to save the park from mining, was a success.…
March 6, 2025 - Xcel Energy says it will go carbon-free earlier than anticipated. Bria Shea, regional VP of planning and policy discusses what is included in the new Xcel plan which was recently approved by the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission.
Feb. 27, 2025 What is happening with climate change in the Trump era? Peter Prengaman, global news director for the Associated Press' Climate and Environmental team discusses Trump's new climate policies and what they mean for climate journalism over the next four years.
Feb. 20, 2025 "The Nature of Oaks" by Doug Tallamy is considered a highly important book because it sheds light on the crucial ecological role oak trees play in the environment, highlighting their vital function as a keystone species that supports a vast array of wildlife, and advocating for their protection and planting in our landscapes.…
Feb. 6, 2025 - MNSU Urban Studies Professor Dr. Paul Prew’s research and personal interests revolve around the growing concerns regarding the destruction of our environment. KMSU's Karen Wright talks with Prew about how we can understand this global crisis in the capitalist world-system and what we, as individuals, can do to make a difference.…
January 9, 2024 The Blue Earth County Property & Environmental Resources/Waste & Recycling Division is seeking public input on proposed changes to its County Solid Waste Management Plan. Mark Manderfeld and Taylor Piotter discuss how you can learn about, and have input into this Plan at an upcoming Open House on Jan. 21, 2025.…
Dec. 19, 2024 Magma Power, LLC, is pioneering energy technology to harvest the power of volcanoes for renewable energy. Magma Power CEO, Levi Connor, spoke with KMSU's Karen Wright about the proprietary system designed to safely, efficiently and cost effectively extract geothermal energy from magma reservoirs.…
Dec. 12, 2024 - Toby Bond is a Senior Scientist at the Canadian Light Source (CLS), Canada’s national synchrotron facility, where he specializes in x-ray imaging of batteries and fuel cells for companies doing industrial R&D. Bond says what’s most exciting about the research is that it suggests we may be near the point where the battery is no longer the limiting component in an EV – as it may outlast the other parts of the car.…
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