The Watershed

Sacred Water Shared Future: Mississippi River Special

This special episode of The Watershed Podcast celebrates 100 years of water quality testing on the Mississippi River and the communities who have fought to bring the rive

We Are Water MN at Itasca State Park

At the headwaters of the Mississippi, six storytellers share how Northern Minnesota’s waters have shaped their lives, their identities, and their sense of place. In thi

We Are Water Minnesota at Capitol Region Watershed District

In this episode of The Watershed Podcast, we explore six powerful stories from community members living in the Capitol Region Watershed District in St. Paul. Andrew Mon

Raised By the Swamp: Finding healing in water

Thanks for listening to The Watershed, a podcast from We Are Water MN. In this episode, we’re joined by Sarah Holger, a woman who lives in the Zumbro River watershed and

Beneath the Surface: How Rivers Are Changing

Thanks for listening to The Watershed, a podcast from We Are Water MN. In this episode, we’re joined by Brett Ostby, a biologist who works with endangered species, with

Season Trailer: 2026 We Are Water MN tour

Thank you for listening to The Watershed! This podcast is produced by We Are Water MN, a traveling exhibit and community engagement initiative. In 2026, the exhibit wil

Water Stewardship through the Minnesota GreenCorps Program

The Watershed is a podcast of We Are Water MN. In this episode, we hear from former hosts & MN GreenCorps members; Megan Reich, Arden Sasak & Angela Hugunin. The We Are

Women Empowered by Wilderness

The Watershed is a podcast of We Are Water MN. In this episode, we hear from outfitting guide, and activist Peta Barrett. The We Are Water MN exhibit will be hosted in E

Protecting Water, Protecting People

The Watershed is a podcast of We Are Water MN. In this episode, we hear from scientist and activist Lisa Pugh. The We Are Water MN exhibit will be hosted in Ely from Apr

60 days, 6 Women, over 60

The Watershed is a podcast of We Are Water MN. In this episode, we hear from community member Nancy Hernesmaa. The We Are Water MN exhibit will be hosted in Ely from Apr

Water & Creativity

The Watershed is a podcast of We Are Water MN. In this episode, we hear from community members Jason Frank and Neva Foster. The We Are Water MN exhibit will be hosted in

For the Love of Rivers: History of Big Stone Lake

The Watershed is a podcast of We Are Water MN. In this episode, we hear from community storyteller Judy Beckman. The We Are Water MN exhibit will be hosted in Big Stone

Water & the Weather

The Watershed is a podcast of We Are Water MN. In this episode, we hear from Brent Olson, a writer, former farmer and county commissioner. The We Are Water MN exhibit wil

Season Trailer: 2025 We Are Water MN tour

Thank you for listening to The Watershed! This podcast is produced by We Are Water MN, a traveling exhibit and community engagement initiative. In 2025, the exhibit will

54 | PFAS in Water (Cass Lake, MN)

Thanks for listening to The Watershed, a podcast of We Are Water MN. In this episode, we hear from Jeffrey Harper, water resources manager for the Leech Lake Band of Ojib

53 | Protecting Manoomin & Water for Future Generations (Cass Lake, MN)

Thanks for listening to The Watershed, a podcast of We Are Water MN. In this episode, we hear from Leanna Goose, a student at Leech Lake Tribal College whose research aim

52 | How Can Hosting an Exhibit Spark Lasting Change?

The Watershed is a podcast of We Are Water MN. In this special episode, we hear from Brittany Lenzmeier and Stephanie Hatzenbihler of Stearns County Soil and Water Conser

⁠49 | Making a Difference for Water (Chisago County, MN)⁠

The Watershed is a podcast of We Are Water MN. In this episode, Jill Behnke shares stories of community members coming together for water protection. Mayor of Center City

50 | What Will You Do for the Water? (Chisago County, MN)

The Watershed is a podcast of We Are Water MN. In this episode, we hear from Sharon Day, a writer, artist, activist, educator, and leader of water protection efforts incl

51 | What We Give, What We Get Back (Chisago County, MN)

Thanks for listening to The Watershed, a podcast of We Are Water MN. In this episode, we hear from Rick Olseen, an active citizen and leader who has held multiple roles i