Great Lakes

First, what stopping USAID funding does to agricultural research at schools like MSU. Then, how a fatal accident changes the emotional value of a camping spot. Later, a new film documenting the impact of the Great Lakes Fishery Commission.

In today's episode, we discuss the recent passing of the Laken Riley Act by Congress, how a fisherman’s 1970s surrender to law enforcement has transformed fishing practices in the Great Lakes, and a conversation with an assistant professor about their new book on the history of redface in theatrical performances.

A new study found that fish-eating water birds in some contaminated areas of the Great Lakes region experience negative health impacts, particularly related to growth and development.

It's "common knowledge" that Great Lakes recreational fishing is a $7 billion industry. But that comes from a report released nearly two decades ago. A new report has a substantially lower number.

On today's show, translating campaign rhetoric into real talk about trade and tariffs. Then, thoughts on crows. And, a life and death situation out on the ice of the Great Lakes.

According to the Annual Report of the Great Lakes Regional Water Use Database, 35.4 billion gallons of water per day were withdrawn from the Great Lakes basin in 2023.

A discussion about the odd ducks that call Michigan home during the winter months.

The State of the Great Lakes report includes a number of accomplishments and jobs still ahead for improving the environment and the well-being of the people who drink, fish, and swim in the waters.

In today’s episode, a look into Michigan’s birth control access project taking place this month. Then, a discussion on the stockpiling of Plan B. Also, a mother of eight talks about her new cookbook. Lastly, how a tornado impacted a local election, and more information about cyanobacteria in the lakes.

The Great Lakes system system is no stranger to invasive species, but grass carp could upend the Great Lakes' ecology, as well as the operations of some of the world’s most significant freshwater commercial fisheries. So far, the Great Lakes have successfully held grass carp at bay. Those involved in managing the grass carp — not to mention the fishermen who rely on the abundance of native fish — can only hope that success is sustainable.