In this weeks stream, Nancy and Erica dive right into whats going on with our local watershed in their conversation with Joel Betts, Watershed Specialist with the Kent Conservation District. They soak in some knowledge from the PhD student who has a love for the Great Lakes and everything that lives within it. Learn alongside us in this episode as we float down this river of wisdom and wonders!

Nancy and Erica talk about the hottest topic around and it's... the weather? As the second heat wave of the summer rolls in, we brace ourselves and communities for the impacts of climate change here in Grand Rapids and across the US. Throw in some headphones as you escape the heat this week and listen to Green Rapids - you'll look and feel cool doing it!

Nancy and Erica take a look into the past as the City of Grand Rapids makes plans for the future. With the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) being voted on by our Commission in just a week, they take a look into the Grand Rapids Climate Resiliency Report done by WMEAC 10 years ago. The plan mirrors the vision the environmental justice community has shared for decades now, leaving us wondering, how far have we come since then and why we are asking for the same changes to be made today? Tune in to see how Nancy and Erica grade the City of Grand Rapids for their sustainable practices.

Coming to you in Espanglish! Nancy and Erica (well, just Nancy) switch it up with Bo Torres the Project Supervisor for Strong Fathers/Padres Fuertes project through Strong Beginnings-Healthy Start @ Corewell Health-West. They talk about how communities in the global majority can reconnect to nature, having a positive impact on their direct environment and health. From Puerto Rico to Michigan, Bo offers support for black and latino children & men across the state in for a healthier future.

Nancy and Erica commemorate and celebrate queer and black history in a conversation on why we recognize Pride and Juneteenth. From riots to rights, from slavery to salvation. They get real about what it is like living in a world where our most oppressed communities are still so close to the frontline. June is for justice!

Nancy and Erica end Mental Health Awareness Month by taking a walk through Rebecca Spann's journey. Rebecca gives a tour of how Our Mental Health Collective (OMHC) has blossomed into existence. As the founder of OMHC Rebecca has used the pieces of who she is to influence the world around her, helping people of color reconnect with nature and their mental health. Heal alongside us as we are reminded, the key to a healthy and happy life may be right in your own backyard.

Nancy and Erica power up with their colleague Kyle Lim from the Urban Core Collective and we're using our voice to take back our power, control over our tax dollars and the health of Michigan residents. They get real about how decisions are made and how we can be a part of the process. Learn about how you can get involved by becoming a justice captain and make sure to get your name on the ballot!

Nancy and Erica get a bitter taste of consumption and it's at the hand of an American staple, Coca Cola. Learn about the impact they, like many other corporations, have on the communities they reside in. Just one sip away from the truth about their practices and how that can have an impact on the health of our communities and planet.

Nancy and Erica get real about Trumps Project 2025 plan. They share how the first 90 days of a new administration has created a major shift in our personal and larger world. Tune in as they try to lighten up this very dark $hade of Green.

Nancy and Erica cruise through their day DARTing around with Ken and Colin from Public Agency at WMCAT. They talk about how living car free has allowed for them to go even further into their journey toward a more sustainable lifestyle. Buckle up and get ready for very smooth ride along Green Rapids from the GR to the Lakeshore.