Great Lakes

The Case Western – one of the first modern all-steel ships to sail the Great Lakes – broke apart and sank under mysterious conditions about 60 miles northwest of Whitefish Point in Lake Superior in 1892. 27 people perished in the wreck.

Mike Siefkes, director of sea lamprey control, and Lindsey Haskin, director of The Fish Thief, discuss the impact of the Great Lakes Fishery Commission.

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to the Annual Report of the Great Lakes Regional Water Use Database, 35.4 billion gallons of water per day were withdrawn from the Great Lakes basin in 2023.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