Green Rapids Podcast

Green Rapids Podcast

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Green Rapids Podcast episodes

  • Reindigenize and Reimagine with Stacy Stout
    Take a hike with Erica as she reconnects with the nature of why many of us are doing this work, including Stacy Stout the President and CEO of Blandford Nature Center. In this interview they uncover the deeply rooted love for the outdoors they both share and how it's shaped the direction of their lives and careers. Learn more about Blandford Nature Center is more than a place to learn but a place to understand ourselves through a connection to nature while furthering access for all!
    56 min
  • The River thats Rapidly Changing
    Ride along with Erica for another Rapid River update! She is bringing you the latest on all things happening locally here in Grand Rapids, from the commission seat changes to flooding happening across the state. As things seem to shift daily in politics and the environment, now is the time for collective action, accountability, emergency preparedness and a whole lot of hope. Doing our best not to drown in updates, rather use our community support as a raft to safety in these rising waters. A reminder that staying connected means staying safe!
    25 min
  • Land of the Fuel, Home of the Brakes - How True Freedom Exists in Europe with Marco Allegretti
    Erica takes a (pedestrian friendly) walk along memory lane with Marco Allegretti, a Wayne State University Grad Student who's in the Masters Program for Public Administration focusing on urban planning and community development. They talk about their trip to two beautiful and sustainable cities in Europe; Paris and Barcelona! These two cities are leading their communities to longer and higher quality lives while getting their residents moving in style. Jump aboard the conversation as they compare the 40 square miles of each city and how the investments our governments make, can change the world!
    1 hr 1 min
  • Flowing into SZN Four
    The tide is high but I'm holdin' on! Green Rapids is back and szn four is bringing you even more! Erica kicks us off with Rapid River updates from local and international news, ways you can stay connected in your community and as always, keepin' it real. Catch a wave along Green Rapids for a season you won't want to miss!
    22 min
  • The Last Goodbye; a Szn 3 Farewell
    Nancy and Erica sunset szn 3 of Green Rapids Podcast by commemorating their favorite interviews of 2025. They talk about how they ebb and flow through organizing in this heightened political climate and how that has shifted their work and priorities. Tune in with us to sip the tea for the last time, until next time!
    40 min
  • Getting to the Heart of the Matter with MiCCA
    Nancy and Erica get to the heart of the relation between environmental health and community health with Annalise Hammerlund and Steven Ashmead. These healthcare providers and members of Michigan Clinicians for Climate Action (MiCCA) get real about the future for the people and the planet. With a focus on solutions for the Grand Rapids community, they explore what we can do to work together to combat these changes.
    1 hr 7 min
  • Taking Back Our Power with MMOP (Michiganders for Money Out of Politics)
    Nancy and Erica power up to take on their arch nemeses; DTE & Consumers Energy, with a petition that should blow their lobbying power$ out of our (political) world! They talk about how signing petitions and ballot initiatives help us, the people, take back our power and stick it to greedy corporations. Get energized about MMOP (Michiganders for Money Out of Politics) and learn how to make an impact in your community alongside us! Visit mopupmichigan.org or urbancorecollective.org to get involved today!
    37 min
  • Coolin' Down with AC Cluley
    Nancy and Erica get a lesson in nervous system regulation and how to stay cool in this heavy climate with Mental Health Professional, AC Cluley. AC (aka Hot Sauce) gives perspective on how not having access to clean water, education and a healthy environment has an impact on everyone, especially our BIPOC and often most vulnerable communities. This poet gets deep about their lived experience to help us all gain more understanding of why we need to protect this beautiful planet. You'll hear everything from science to poetry along this trip with our good friend. Stay cool!
    1 hr 11 min
  • What Are We Wading For? With Jemel Thompson
    Nancy and Erica dip their toes into the Grand River with a little help from Water Resource Engineer, Jemel Thompson. In this conversation Jemel takes them on a voyage from the Lake Huron to Lake Superior and back to our shared water address, helping everyone gain more perspective on those being educated in this state and what they are doing with that education to better their communities. Get your waders on and soak it all in with Green Rapids!
    57 min
  • Opps be CAAPPIN
    Nancy and Erica serve the tea once again as they dish about opposition to the CAAP. As they celebrate this big win for sustainable efforts in Grand Rapids, they talk through the City Commission's top 20 priorities for the CAAP as well as "concerns" coming from the business community.
    59 min

About Green Rapids Podcast

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Sip the tea on climate justice with Green Rapids podcast hosts; Nancy Morales and Erica Bouldin. They dish about all things sustainable and they are serving it hot! Get to know these fierce women of color who bring an unapologetic vibe to Grand Rapids as they push for equitable solutions and accountability! Nancy and Erica are Climate Justice Organizers who are committed to gaining insight from The People of Grand Rapids to bring necessary change to they the city they call home. Learn more about their community, the issues they face and the folks doing work to create a healthier and more sustainable environment for all.