Bringing Water To Life

Join us as we cover a variety of water-related topics including Smart Irrigation Month, current irrigation research, the 2018 farm bill and WaterSense authorization. We also talk sharks, play the Birthday Game and get a Tip of the Day from Brent.

This week, John and Elizabeth highlight irrigation technology as part of Smart Irrigation Month. We also play the birthday game and discuss the benefits of efficient irrigation.

This week, John, Brent and Elizabeth break down a recent Freakonomics podcast titled "How Stupid Is Our Obsession With Lawns?" We also discuss the role of turfgrass in the U.S., the benefits of yard space, and Brent gives his tip of the day.

Join us for some fun as we talk about celebrities ... and water! With Brent out we are excited to welcome listener Corinne Butler as our guest.

It is Memorial Day weekend. Join us as we discuss its history and the role flowers and landscaping have played in honoring the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice.

It's Infrastructure Week! Join us for a conversation about water infrastructure. We also catch up on some current news.

Today is "Take Your Child to Work Day" and we are excited to have John's son, Andy, as our featured guest. Join us as we learn about water (and Minecraft) from a third-grader.

This week, John, Brent and Elizabeth researched some interesting and new water technologies. Join us to hear about the latest innovations. Don't forget to provide us feedback.

With Brent on vacation, John and Elizabeth focus on one their favorite topics - sports. We discuss how water makes sports what they are and highlight the sports we see as relying on water the most.

Today we highlight how a water resource could affect decisions about the border wall. We also step away from current events to educate people about water pressure.

Join us to catch up on some activities in Washington, DC, and for a discussion on the current water situation in California. We also share background on the drought in Kenya and the flooding in Peru.

After John's week at a World Bank water event, the BWTL team reconnects and discusses water stewardship. Before you get started, think about what "eat smarter, save water" means to you?We also quickly highlight President Trump's budget proposal for USDA, EPA and the Interior Department.

Listen to this episode to learn about alternative water resources. You'll hear about the differences between graywater and black water. Brent also shares his ideas about how to define alternative water.

John, Brent and Elizabeth finally reunited and catch up on recent irrigation industry news, Florida and Georgia's water battle and potential implications of President Trump's upcoming budget.

Recording from Las Vegas, John and Elizabeth catch up with Dan Keppen at the annual Family Farm Alliance meeting. Join us to learn about how regulations really impact irrigated agriculture.

On this episode, John and Elizabeth share details about the comprehensive piece of legislation that covers most federal government policies and programs related to agriculture. With Congress already at work on the 2018 farm bill, this is something that we will likely be touching on during other episodes this year.

John and Brent discuss standards in today's episode. Don't let the topic scare you away. It may sound boring, but we keep it lively by discussing how standards affect your life and with a new game!

In this episode, we give updates on the new administration's first week of work in Washington. From the status of cabinet positions related to water to trade decisions, John, Brent and Elizabeth give context to some recent activities.

On this episode, we focus on some of the changes we are already starting to see in 2017. From the incoming presidential administration to the abrupt end to drought in much of California.

On this episode, Brent and Elizabeth are joined by a special guest to discuss workforce development as it relates to the irrigation industry. We are happy to have Janine Sparrowgrove share her expertise about promoting careers in irrigation.