Talking Under Water

In this month’s episode of Talking Under Water co-hosts Katie Johns and Bob Crossen discuss the Action Plan on Global Water Security that Vice President Harris announced earlier this month, in addition to the research American Water conducted on Americans’ perception of water infrastructure. Finally, this month’s interview is with Millicent Pitts, executive director of Ocean Exchange. Crossen and Pitts spoke about one water, circular economy and trends as it relates to technologies and frameworks for discussing water issues as a global community in addition to a local one.

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Action Plan on Global Water Security 

Cold Open | 0:00

Host introductions | 0:54

Episode summary | 1:06

Americans’ misconceptions about water infrastructure | 1:38

Action Plan on Global Water Security | 4:58

Interview with Millicent Pitts begins | 7:50

What is Ocean Exchange? | 8:54

Innovation grant funds for solutions providers | 11:00

Criticality of a One Water vision and mission | 11:58

Why a siloed approach can create problems for other silos | 15:45

Water scarcity and how it is driving the industry | 16:45

Water scarcity as a result of water quality | 20:50

How Ocean Exchange evaluates start-ups for grant funding | 22:55

Technology and solutions trends in the water sector | 28:00

Interview ends | 33:12

Housekeeping | 33:46

Ends | 35:47

Talking Under Water is the premier podcast for the water industry, including municipal and industrial water and wastewater, residential water treatment, storm water management and erosion control. It is produced in coordination between Water & Wastes Digest (WWD), Water Quality Products (WQP) and Storm Water Solutions (SWS). The podcast covers topics under the One Water movement including the municipal and industrial water and wastewater, point of use, point of entry, residential, storm water and erosion control markets. Talking Under Water highlights news, trends, new technologies, industry discussions and on-site interviews with experts for WWD, WQP and SWS. New episodes of the podcast are released on the third Friday of every month. Logo Images: Anatoly Tiplyashin / Romolo Tavani / stock.adobe.com.

Contact the Talking Under Water podcast editors by emailing [email protected] or engaging with them on Twitter @TUWpodcast. Join the conversation by commenting or using the hashtag #talkingunderwaterpod on social media.

In this month’s episode of Talking Under Water the hosts highlight the recent DoD memo that temporarily halted the burning of PFAS as a disposal method and touch on the complexities of Build America Buy America. Additionally, they discuss new grant funding to the State Revolving Funds from the US EPA. Finally, they share an interview with Jesse Mains, the stormwater management division chief for the City of Alexandria and Brian Rahal, the division’s senior civil engineer. Co-host Katie Johns spoke with them about how Alexndria is managing flood mitigation work, how flooding affects wastewater and drinking water and green infrastructure solutions to flood mitigation.

https://www.wwdmag.com/regulations/what-build-america-buy-america-baba

https://www.wwdmag.com/polyflouroalkyl-substances-pfas/what-dod-pfas-incineration-halt-means-water-professionals

Cold Open | 0:00

Host introduction & episode summary | 1:06

U.S. Department of Defense temporary PFAS burning halt | 1:49

Build America, Buy America | 2:55

EPA announces issuance of State Revolving Fund money | 4:06

Interview introduction | 6:29

Water work in Alexandria, Virginia | 7:50

Collaborating with entities and communicating to the public | 9:50

Program allowing use of public funds on private property | 14:04

Eligible practices and flood mitigation devices for that program | 16:52

How the program has been going | 19:49

How flood mitigation can use a one water mindset | 21:05

Common flood mitigation solutions | 24:37

Storm intensity increasing and the challenges it creates | 27:56

Final thoughts | 32:40

Big Announcement: Joining Endeavor Business Media | 33:51

Housekeeping | 35:48

AWWA ACE22 | June 12-15 | San Antonio, Texas

Talking Under Water is the premier podcast for the water industry, including municipal and industrial water and wastewater, residential water treatment, storm water management and erosion control. It is produced in coordination between Water & Wastes Digest (WWD), Water Quality Products (WQP) and Storm Water Solutions (SWS). The podcast covers topics under the One Water movement including the municipal and industrial water and wastewater, point of use, point of entry, residential, storm water and erosion control markets. Talking Under Water highlights news, trends, new technologies, industry discussions and on-site interviews with experts for WWD, WQP and SWS. New episodes of the podcast are released on the third Friday of every month. Logo Images: Anatoly Tiplyashin / Romolo Tavani / stock.adobe.com.

Contact the Talking Under Water podcast editors by emailing [email protected] or engaging with them on Twitter @TUWpodcast. Join the conversation by commenting or using the hashtag #talkingunderwaterpod on social media.

In this month’s episode of Talking Under Water, hosts Katie Johns and Bob Crossen talk about a new documentary, “FLINT,” that will be released on Friday, April 29. Additionally, they discuss an EPA memo regarding accelerating nutrient pollution reductions. 

Finally, the interview this month is with Maria Lehman, president-elect of the American Society of Civil Engineers and director of US Infrastructure for GHD. Johns talked with Maria about regulations, including the Infrastructure and Investment Jobs Act, PFAS, lead service line replacement and more. 

“FLINT” Documentary

EPA Announces Strategy to Protect Water Quality by Accelerating Nutrient Pollution Reductions

Talking Under Water Episode 34: Women in Water, including an interview with Maria Lehman

Cold open | 0:00

Host introduction | 0:57

Episode summary | 1:09

FLINT documentary analysis | 1:42

EPA Nutrient Pollution Reduction Memo | 5:35

Interview with Maria Lehman begins | 7:28

Bipartisan Infrastructure Law impacts on the water industry | 7:57

How the ASCE Report Card influences the infrastructure bill | 9:05

Next steps for utilities, engineers, etc. for BIL funding | 11:14

Lead service line replacements | 13:44

Obstacles the water industry must overcome despite the funding | 17:40

How to advance water equity | 19:50

PFAS in water and wastewater | 20:55

Sustainability and technology advancements | 23:31

Recruitment, retention and the future of the water workforce | 27:09

Final thoughts | 30:26

Housekeeping | 31:43

WWD Young Pros Interviews

Talking Under Water is the premier podcast for the water industry, including municipal and industrial water and wastewater, residential water treatment, storm water management and erosion control. It is produced in coordination between Water & Wastes Digest (WWD), Water Quality Products (WQP) and Storm Water Solutions (SWS). The podcast covers topics under the One Water movement including the municipal and industrial water and wastewater, point of use, point of entry, residential, storm water and erosion control markets. Talking Under Water highlights news, trends, new technologies, industry discussions and on-site interviews with experts for WWD, WQP and SWS. New episodes of the podcast are released on the third Friday of every month. Logo Images: Anatoly Tiplyashin / Romolo Tavani / stock.adobe.com.

Contact the Talking Under Water podcast editors by emailing [email protected] or engaging with them on Twitter @TUWpodcast. Join the conversation by commenting or using the hashtag #talkingunderwaterpod on social media.

In this month’s episode of Talking Under Water, hosts Lauren Del Ciello, Katie Johns and Bob Crossen — in conjunction with Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day — share two interviews with stellar women in water on their career journeys and advice to the next generation. Johns spoke with Jennifer Kelly Lachmayr, who recently concluded her service as past president of NEWEA and is an active vice president at Arcadis. Del Ciello spoke with Melissa Jones, group president for commercial water solutions for Pentair.

Plus, the hosts share a little about what this episode means to them as co-hosts and where you can find even more women in water Q&As in celebration throughout the month. This marks our 50th numbered episode of Talking Under Water.

Finally, the hosts bid farewell to co-host Lauren Del Ciello as she leaves the podcast and starts a new adventure.

Overview of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law State Revolving Fund Implementation

Women in Water | WQP

Women in Water | WWD 

Women in Water | SWS

Cold Open | 0:00

Host Introductions | 0:42

Episode Summary | 0:59

50th Episode Anniversary! | 1:44

Lauren says goodbye | 2:15

Women in Water coverage on all brands | 4:05

EPA State Revolving Fund Implementation Memo | 5:12

Comparing Women in Water Q&A responses | 6:16

Interview with Jennifer Kelly Lachmayr begins | 8:40

How did you get your start in water? | 9:05

Day-to-day duties with NWEA as president | 11:17

Mentorship’s value and importance | 13:33

Rewarding parts of being a mentor | 15:19

What does it mean to be a woman in the industry? | 16:57

Getting comfortable being uncomfortable | 19:42

Career goals | 21:58

Biggest topics or challenges facing the industry today | 24:19

General advice for young professionals entering the industry | 26:49

Interview with Melissa Jones begins | 29:02

Career path and journey to the water industry | 29:23

What drives you about your work? | 32:38

The role and criticality of mentorship | 34:15

No barriers, rather obstacles for women in water | 35:55

Who are you when you aren’t working | 37:10

Nature lovers in the water industry | 38:11

Advice for the next generation of the water workforce | 39:03

Housekeeping | 40:31

End | 43:49

WQP 2022 Industry Icon: Bridging the Divide

2022 Azbee Award of Excellence Finalist—WQP Editor's Letters

Next SWS webinar is on March 24 at 1 p.m. CT. Discussing drainage and flood control, and you can join the webinar for free at: https://bit.ly/SWSMarchWebinar

Talking Under Water is the premier podcast for the water industry, including municipal and industrial water and wastewater, residential water treatment, storm water management and erosion control. It is produced in coordination between Water & Wastes Digest (WWD), Water Quality Products (WQP) and Storm Water Solutions (SWS). The podcast covers topics under the One Water movement including the municipal and industrial water and wastewater, point of use, point of entry, residential, storm water and erosion control markets. Talking Under Water highlights news, trends, new technologies, industry discussions and on-site interviews with experts for WWD, WQP and SWS. New episodes of the podcast are released on the third Friday of every month. Logo Images: Anatoly Tiplyashin / Romolo Tavani / stock.adobe.com.

Contact the Talking Under Water podcast editors by emailing [email protected] or engaging with them on Twitter @TUWpodcast. Join the conversation by commenting or using the hashtag #talkingunderwaterpod on social media.

In this month’s episode of Talking Under Water, hosts Lauren Del Ciello, Katie Johns and Bob Crossen discuss ASDWA releasing a state implementation framework for lead service line inventories, as well as upcoming water-focused social media events to participate in. 

Finally, the interview this month is with Donnell Duncan, associate vice president for Arcadis, and Megan Yoo-Schneider, client-account leadership for Accenture. Together, they co-chair Water Environment Federation’s (WEF) Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee. Johns spoke with Duncan and Yoo-Schneider about the WEF committee’s initiatives and goals, the importance of DE&I to the industry and how age plays into DE&I.

Next month marks our 50th numbered episode of Talking Under Water. In honor of the big 5-0, we want to hear from you. Send us your favorite water jokes for consideration for the March episode cold open intro (also in honor of World Water Day!) and get in on the action with us. Email us at [email protected]. 

• ASDWA Releases State Implementation Framework For Lead Service Line Inventories | WWD

• Cold open | 0:00

WQP: We’re about to announce our 2022 WQP Industry Icon at the start of March, so stay-tuned for that great coverage and subscribe for alerts at wqpmag.com/subscribe.

WWD: Nominate for WWD Young Pros at bit.ly/wwdyoungprosnomination. Nominations close in March, but it is never too early to recognize the rising stars in your organization. And check out our weekly video interviews at bit.ly/wwdweeklydigest.

SWS: SWS is now accepting nominations for its Young Pros and Industry Icon. To submit nominations, visit https://www.estormwater.com/nominations.

Talking Under Water is the premier podcast for the water industry, including municipal and industrial water and wastewater, residential water treatment, storm water management and erosion control. It is produced in coordination between Water & Wastes Digest (WWD), Water Quality Products (WQP) and Storm Water Solutions (SWS). The podcast covers topics under the One Water movement including the municipal and industrial water and wastewater, point of use, point of entry, residential, storm water and erosion control markets. Talking Under Water highlights news, trends, new technologies, industry discussions and on-site interviews with experts for WWD, WQP and SWS. New episodes of the podcast are released on the third Friday of every month. Logo Images: Anatoly Tiplyashin / Romolo Tavani / stock.adobe.com.

Contact the Talking Under Water podcast editors by emailing [email protected] or engaging with them on Twitter @TUWpodcast. Join the conversation by commenting or using the hashtag #talkingunderwaterpod on social media.

In this month’s episode of Talking Under Water, hosts Lauren Del Ciello, Katie Johns and Bob Crossen discuss national news regarding the U.S. EPA finalization of the Fifth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR 5) and its implications for water systems. The hosts also touch on the launch of a new EPA video challenge — “Companies Crushing Pollution” — and share how to get involved. Additionally, the hosts introduce "One Water Media," a new brand and platform by Storm Water Solutions, Water & Wastes Digest and Water Quality Products. One Water Media will be the new home for the Talking Under Water podcast. 

Finally, the interview this month is withNate Allen, executive director for WaterStart. Crossen spoke with Allen about innovation and how tactical decisions can be part of a grander One Water Strategy.

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• Cold Open | 0:00

• WQP: WQP just launched our new Faces of the Industry eNewsletter and hub. Check out the hub at wqpmag.com/faces-industry and submit pitches for people-focused content to highlight there at [email protected]. 

Talking Under Water is the premier podcast for the water industry, including municipal and industrial water and wastewater, residential water treatment, storm water management and erosion control. It is produced in coordination between Water & Wastes Digest (WWD), Water Quality Products (WQP) and Storm Water Solutions (SWS). The podcast covers topics under the One Water movement including the municipal and industrial water and wastewater, point of use, point of entry, residential, storm water and erosion control markets. Talking Under Water highlights news, trends, new technologies, industry discussions and on-site interviews with experts for WWD, WQP and SWS. New episodes of the podcast are released on the third Friday of every month. Logo Images: Anatoly Tiplyashin / Romolo Tavani / stock.adobe.com.

Contact the Talking Under Water podcast editors by emailing [email protected] or engaging with them on Twitter @TUWpodcast. Join the conversation by commenting or using the hashtag #talkingunderwaterpod on social media.