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Episode 45 - Looking back at 2017

12/20/2017

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​Episode Highlights:

  • [4:10] Congress passes tax bill - ​A process discussion about the latest activity. 
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    • The bill now goes to the president's desk.

  • [8:40] The Birthday Game

    • ​Rob Portman

    • Jonah Hill

    • Sonny Perdue

    • Ted Cruz

  • [11:50] Recapping some top water stories - As 2017 comes to a close, we discuss some highlights.

    • Dakota Access Pipeline.

    • California's water infrastructure issues.

  • [17:20] Looking Ahead - Infrastructure focus in 2018.

    • We'll be discussing water infrastructure issues in places like California and Colorado during 2018. 

    • Water availability vs water needs.

    • [24:10] What will an infrastructure bill look like? How will it be paid for?
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  • [35:55] Some lessons from 2017 - It's not a tip of the week, but Kristin shares a good tip for those looking to set New Year's resolutions. 



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Episode 44 - Irrigation and Green Industry Magazine

12/15/2017

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  • [1:07] IGIN's new editor-in-chief - We are excited to welcome Kristin Smith-Ely and hear about her role at IGIN.

  • [3:08]  iHeartRadio - Don't forget that this podcast is now available on iHeartRadio. We also have an iTunes app!

  • [4:20] The birthday game - play along.

    • Mark Warner

    • Tom Vilsack

    • John Kerry

    • Bobby Flay

  • [7:50] Welcome to Kristin - Kristin shares her background and a little bit about how she ended up as editor-in-chief of IGIN.

    • Started out in broadcasting.

    • Formerly worked for GIE Media as an editor for other industry magazines (e.g. recycling).

    • IGIN focus on landscaping and the green industry.

  • [13:55] A bit more about the Irrigation Show -  We received positive responses to the key note address my former Trader Joe's CEO, Doug Rauch.

    • The 2018 Irrigation Show and Education Conference is in Long Beach, CA.

  • [16:45] Update on some current news - We share some quick updates on current events.

    • Government funding for 2018 and how this may impact WaterSense funding.

    • The status of tax reform.

    • In January 2018, President Trump will give the State of the Union Address and is planning to discuss an infrastructure package.

  • [24:50] Federal Regulations - President Trump illustrated his administration's focus on scaling back federal regulations by cutting the red tape.

    • This includes rolling back the Obama administration's Clean Water Rule.

  • [28:25] Santa Monica focuses on becoming self-sufficient by 2020 - Santa Monica Prepares to Eliminate Water Imports, Drought-Proof Supply.

    • During the recent California drought, Santa Monica scaled back their water use by more than 20 percent.

  • [31:18] IGIN in 2018 - Kristin shares a bit about IGIN and where she sees the magazine going as we begin the new year.

  • [33:11] Tip of the Week - With Brent out of the office, John steps in and shares a meaningful tip of the week.

    • Hug your loved ones.



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