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From: Possibly

We’ve celebrated Earth Day in the United States for more than 50 years. Today, we’re taking a look at what made the first Earth Day in 1970 such a ...

Whose behavior really affects the water supply?

From: Possibly

Last week we learned that individuals’ home water consumption doesn’t really make a dent in the water supply, and the benefit of personal water con...

Why should I use less water in a wet state like Rhode Island?

From: Possibly

Saving water might not seem all that important in a humid climate like Rhode Island. But actually, there are plenty of reasons why water conservati...

What’s the best way to get rid of my food scraps?

From: Possibly

Today, we’re taking a look at how we dispose of our food. Next time you’re scraping a plate, should that food go into compost, your sink disposal, ...

Bought by WRFA-LP

Do bottle bills work?

From: Possibly

Today’s question comes from a listener here in Rhode Island. They’ve been following local efforts to pass a bottle bill- that’s where you get money...

Bought by KBMF 102.5FM Butte, Montana, Raven Radio, WRFA-LP, and KICI Iowa City

Christmas Traditions Around the World: Is Santa in a pickle?

From: KSFR
Series: Equal Time with Martha Burk

Christmas traditions around the world have different origins and different meanings -- not all Santa and elves, sometimes funny, many surprising.

Should I be worried about microplastics in Narragansett Bay?

From: Possibly

oday, we’re talking about a new study from the University of Rhode Island about microplastics in the Narragansett Bay. We look into what the findin...

Bought by Raven Radio

What’s it like to own an electric car?

From: Possibly

We did it. My family finally bought an electric car. What’s it like? Should you get one too? Here to help me explain is my husband, Ryan T Conaty.

Bought by PRX Remix, Raven Radio, WRFA-LP, and KICI Iowa City

All-trans rock band Lipstick Conspiracy reunites

From: Out in the Bay - Queer Radio from San Francisco

Caption: Cover art of Lipstick Conspiracy 2006 album “A Perfect Alibi”, Credit: Larry Utley

In part as a “joyful antidote” to the escalation of anti-LGBTQ laws across the US, San Francisco’s all-transwomen rock band Lipstick Conspiracy is ...

Transgender Experience: Musician, educator details transition in song and talk

From: Out in the Bay - Queer Radio from San Francisco

In the condensed version of our March special, hear about transgender experience from singer-songwriter and foster-parent educator Nick Lawrence. H...

Bought by WORT and WNED Buffalo

Alaska's Fresh Catch (week of 5/15/23)

From: Dave Emmert
Series: Alaska's Fresh Catch

On this week's episode, we are spinning the new single from Queens of the Stone Age, Ocean Alley, and Bombino - plus we chat with Anchorage artist ...

Bought by KMXT, KHNS, KNBA, KTNA, KSTK and more

Alaska's Fresh Catch (week of 5/1/23)

From: Dave Emmert
Series: Alaska's Fresh Catch

New collaborations from Thundercat x Tame Impala & The National x Taylor Swift plus checking out music out of FBX this week and chatting with FBX m...

Bought by KHNS, KNBA, KTNA, and Raven Radio

How do fungi help combat climate change?

From: Possibly

Caption: Mycorrihizal root tip, Credit: Ellen Larsson

You’ve probably heard of fungi, whether it’s mold in your bathroom or mushrooms on your favorite hiking trail, but recently, I’ve been hearing that...

Bought by Raven Radio, WRFA-LP, and KMXT

Transgender Experience: Musician, educator sings and talks about transition

From: Out in the Bay - Queer Radio from San Francisco

Hear and learn about the transgender experience from singer-songwriter Nick Lawrence, a family coach and former foster-parent educator on LGBTQ top...

Bought by WCAI / WNAN Cape & Islands, Mass., WGBH Radio Boston, KBCS 91.3 FM Community Radio, KTSW 89.9, KALW and more

Should I wrap my presents in fabric or paper?

From: Possibly

Today, we have a question from a listener named Susan. She wants to know about gift wrapping: “Is it better for the environment to wrap Christmas g...

Bought by KMXT and KGLP

When did we start recycling?

From: Possibly

We get a lot of questions about recycling, asking what to do with aluminum cans, glass, paper, or even plastic. All this has me wondering- when did...

Bought by KMXT and WRFA-LP

The Sleigh - A 'Clausable' Prequel

From: Brian Schwartz

Caption: The Sleigh, Credit: Daniel Logan

Told through the eyes of his twelve-year-old brother, the older boy makes a discovery that allows him to become a beloved symbol of giving througho...

Is natural grass or artificial turf better for the environment?

From: Possibly

Nowadays, many athletic fields have been converted from natural grass to artificial turf. Which made us wonder- which option is better for the envi...

Bought by WRFA-LP and KICI Iowa City

‘Changeling’ dives deep and sings about transition

From: Out in the Bay - Queer Radio from San Francisco

Hear about the transgender experience from singer-songwriter Nick Lawrence, a former foster-parent educator on LGBTQ topics. His album, "I Am A Man...

Bought by WORT

Can you put your recycling and trash in one bin?

From: Possibly

Imagine if you didn’t have a recycling bin anymore- You just put everything in the trash, but somehow the reusable stuff still got recycled? Some p...

Bought by WRFA-LP

220604 Texas Musicians, The Mysterious Walter Spriggs, and Wildcat Records of Sweden

From: Jamie Dell'Apa
Series: Searching For The First Rock And Roll Song

Caption: Monte Easter in Los Angeles 1990

It's always an audio history of the first rock and roll records focusing on the pioneers instead of the tired old "hits." It's perfect for public ...

Bought by KTAL-LP [Las Cruces Community Radio], Prairie Public, KFCF FM, and KPRG

How does our electricity grid work?

From: Possibly

With the effects of climate change all around us, there's a push to power more of our lives with renewable electricity, including things that used ...

Bought by WRFA-LP

Do we use more or less energy on air conditioning than we used to?

From: Possibly

With the weather getting warmer, I’ve been thinking about air conditioning. I know that ACs are getting more efficient, but more people are using t...

Bought by WRFA-LP

Should I buy online or in the store?

From: Possibly

These days, we can buy almost anything we want online—fancy food, designer clothes, new computers, the works. But is all this online shopping creat...

Bought by WRFA-LP

What's the most sustainable way to travel down the East Coast?

From: Possibly

Today we’re answering a question about sustainable travel. What’s the best way to take a trip down the East Coast?

Bought by WRFA-LP

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