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Episode 95-Air Quality Awareness Week with Frank Steitz from 2018-05-01T23:31:34
This week is the 12th annual Air Quality Awareness Week, and the theme is “Air Quality Where You Are.” DEP and the state of New Jersey have made it a priority to improve air quality and increase...
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Episode 94-Trenton Community Collaborative Initiative with Julie Krause from 2018-04-13T19:56:52
Trenton was the third city to join DEP’s Community Collaborative Initiative. In this episode, Bob Bostock sits down with Julie Krause, single point of contact for Trenton at DEP, to talk about h...
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Episode 93-Perth Amboy Community Collaborative Initiative with Bill Lindner from 2018-04-06T18:54:56
In Discover DEP’s 6th episode, Frank McLaughlin told us about the Community Collaborative initiative and how it got its start in Camden. Now, the CCI has expanded to three additional cities acro...
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Episode 92-National Women's History Month with Deputy Commissioner Debbie Mans from 2018-03-29T22:33:03
Since the first National Women’s History Month in March 1987, every year we take a moment to recognize, honor and celebrate the achievements of American women. This month recognizes the courage ...
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Episode 91-Trail Tracker with Heather Merring from 2018-03-23T21:28:46
New Jersey’s state parks are home to about 1,000 miles of official trails and, thanks to the State Park Service, every mile is now available on Trail Tracker. Trail Tracker allows you to track y...
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Episode 90-Americorps Week from 2018-03-12T19:07:39
This week (March 11-17) is AmeriCorps Week, which celebrates AmeriCorps members and alumni for their commitment to educating the public about the environment, stewardship, and the impact their w...
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Episode 89-Highpoint State Park with Rebecca Fitzgerald from 2018-03-06T22:54:49
With spectacular views of New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York, as well as many superb trails, High Point State Park is one you shouldn’t miss. As its name suggests, High Point is nearly at the...
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Episode 88-Fluorescent Minerals with Chris Adair from 2018-02-23T23:31:59
Last year, the lobby in DEP’s main building in Trenton featured a display highlighting the connection between baseball and New Jersey’s geology. Now, this latest display features a new aspect of...
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Episode 87-Resource Interpretive Specialists with Diane Hewlett-Lowrie from 2018-02-16T19:12:37
Resource Interpretive Specialists tell the story of New Jersey’s history, nature and our world, helping people connect to their environment through public programs, hikes, exhibits, recreation, ...
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Episode 86-Maple Sugaring with Wayne Henderek from 2018-02-05T18:05:35
Maple sugaring is a tradition in the Northeast that began centuries ago with Native Americans and colonists. Now, organizations around the country have maple sugaring programs to bring this trad...
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Episode 85-Permit Coordination with John Gray from 2018-01-22T20:48:51
With more than 160 federal and state laws passed over the past 20 years dealing with the environment and permits, things can become enormously complex. The Office of Permit Coordination and Envi...
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Episode 84-Air Quality, Energy and Sustainability with Assistant Commissioner Paul Baldauf from 2018-01-19T00:01:13
The mission of Air Quality, Energy & Sustainability (AQES) is to ensure that New Jersey’s air is clean and safe to breathe, evaluate and support the development and implementation of secure and...
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Episode 83-Site Remediation and Waste Management with Assistant Commissioner Mark Pedersen from 2018-01-17T18:54:56
Site Remediation and Waste Management Program (SRWMP) is the DEP’s program area that administers laws and regulations concerning contaminated sites, recycling and disposal of solid wastes in the...
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Episode 82 - Local Government Assistance with Kerry Kirk Pflugh from 2018-01-16T21:13:47
The Office of Local Government Assistance plays a crucial role as a liaison between local governments and DEP. This office makes sure that the lines of communication are open between New Jersey’...
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Episode 81-Commissioner Bob Martin from 2018-01-12T17:59:35
DEP’s core mission is to protect the air, water, land, and natural and historic resources in the state of New Jersey. At the same time, DEP plays a key role in positively impacting the economic ...
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Episode 80-Deputy Commissioner David Glass from 2018-01-11T19:20:16
As Deputy Commissioner, Dave Glass serves as second in command for DEP under Commissioner Bob Martin. He is responsible for continuing the agency’s successes in developing and implementing polic...
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Episode 79-Get the Lead Out Leronda Aviles and Kristin Hansen from 2018-01-10T23:54:06
Over the last several decades, DEP has been ensuring that all New Jerseyans have safe water to drink and all the necessary information. Since the presence of lead in drinking water has become a ...
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Episode 78-Land Use Management with Ginger Kopkash from 2018-01-09T20:25:05
Although New Jersey is far from the largest state in the Union, it is the most densely populated, making it a challenge to protect our land. Our 8,729 square miles of land encompass many diverse...
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Episode 77-Environmental Justice with Riché Outlaw and Joseph Donald from 2017-12-22T00:23:21
To help address environmental inequities, DEP launched the Environmental Justice Program to ensure fair treatment for people of all races, cultures, and incomes, in the development, implementati...
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Episode 76-Natural and Historic Resources with Rich Boornazian from 2017-12-15T00:58:42
DEP’s Natural and Historic Resources office is charged with preserving and protecting New Jersey’s natural, ecological and cultural resources, including state parks and forests, wildlife manage...
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Episode 75-History and Legends in the Pinelands with Tom Gerber from 2017-12-01T00:41:40
This episode concludes Discover DEP’s three-part series focusing on the Pine Barrens. In this third and final episode, Bob Bostock sits down with Tom Gerber, Section Fores...
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Episode 74-Pinelands Fauna with John Heilferty from 2017-11-20T23:32:45
The Discover DEP team is in the midst of a three-part series focusing on the Pine Barrens. This second episode focuses on the fauna of the Pinelands. Mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish a...
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Episode 73 - Pinelands Flora with Bernie Isaacson from 2017-11-14T00:28:44
The Discover DEP team is embarking on a three-part series focusing on the Pine Barrens. The Pine Barrens is a unique part of New Jersey’s landscape. From pygmy pines to “ghost forests,” the flor...
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Episode 72-Engineering and Construction with Dave Rosenblatt from 2017-10-30T21:41:32
The Engineering & Construction program is responsible for administering shore protection, dam restoration and flood control projects throughout the State of New Jersey. This program has been res...
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Episode 71-Cyanobacterial Harmful Algal Blooms with Victor Poretti and Rob Newby from 2017-10-18T17:03:41
Cyanobacteria are naturally present in lakes and streams, usually in low numbers. However, under suitable environmental conditions, they can form dense blooms. Cyanobacterial Harmful Algal Bloom...
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Episode 70-High Points in New Jersey with John O'Brien and Jeff Hoffman from 2017-10-05T22:33:03
Have you ever wondered about why some New Jersey towns have the word “Mount” in their names, such as Mount Holly and Mount Ephraim, when their topography seems so flat? This quirky fact sparked ...
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Episode 69-Fish Smart Eat Smart Guide with Gary Buchanan and Bruce Ruppel from 2017-09-20T20:57:24
The nutritional value of fish is hard to deny – they are full of protein, minerals and vitamins and are a part of a well-balanced diet. However, fish and crabs can harbor contaminants such as me...
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Episode 68-Equal Employment Opportunity with Hester Agudosi from 2017-09-11T22:10:40
DEP’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Public Contract Assistance is committed to maintaining an environment that promotes equal employment opportunity and equal access to the benefits of employm...
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Episode 67-Ellis Island-New Jersey v. New York with Bob Marshall from 2017-09-01T21:16:27
Nearly 12 million immigrants went through Ellis Island’s immigration inspection station in its 60 years of operation, making it a significant part of the history of the United States. But have y...
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Episode 66-Environmental Trends and Key Performance Indicators with Dr. Sandra Goodrow and Jennifer Feltis-Cortese from 2017-08-25T17:54:28
In a data-driven organization such as the DEP, long-term environmental trend reports can help employees understand how their work affects the environment and determine where resources should be ...
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Episode 65-Freshwater Mussels with Jeanette Bowers-Altman from 2017-08-18T23:14:57
Freshwater mussels inhabit rivers, streams, lakes and ponds. They are vital to their ecosystems, filtering water and cleaning our waterways. Jeanette Bowers-Altman, Principal Zoologist in DEP’s ...
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Episode 64-Fish and Headwaters’ Index of Biotic Integrity with John Vile and Brian Henning from 2017-08-11T19:07:24
DEP is responsible for monitoring the quality of New Jersey’s water. One way by which this is done is through biological monitoring. The Fish and Headwaters’ Index of Biotic Integrity monitoring...
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Episode 63-Ticks with Jim Occi, PhD Graduate Student in Entomology at Rutgers University from 2017-08-04T16:41:18
It’s tick season, and those little buggers are biting with a vengeance this year. For many, ticks and other outdoor pests can put a damper on our favorite outdoor summer activities. It’s importa...
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Episode 62-Island Beach State Park and Liberty State Park with Superintendents Jen Clayton and Rob Rodriguez from 2017-07-21T19:47:52
Out of New Jersey’s 40 treasured state parks, Island Beach State Park and Liberty State Park are the largest and most-visited. With hundreds of thousands of visitors per year, dedicated state em...
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Episode 61-Division of Fish and Wildlife 125th Anniversary with Director Larry Herrighty from 2017-07-14T21:30:27
This year, DEP’s Division of Fish and Wildlife is celebrating its 125th Anniversary. The Division has rededicated itself to its long-time mission of conserving wildlife and providing recreation ...
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Episode 60-Summer Flounder Fishing with Russ Allen and Al Ivany from 2017-06-30T21:35:58
Fishing is a popular pastime in New Jersey, and you can’t talk fish without mentioning the summer flounder, also known as fluke. New Jersey is pursuing an agreement regarding 2017 fishi...
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Episode 59-Baseball and New Jersey Geology with Chris Adair and Mike Morvay from 2017-06-16T23:07:48
Baseball is the National Pastime, but literally every pitch thrown in both the major and minor leagues carries a piece of the Garden State to the plate. That’s because for more than 75 years ev...
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Epsiode 58-Montclair Sate University Social Media Project from 2017-06-09T18:57:08
This past spring, DEP partnered with Montclair State University’s Marketing Department to create a social media project for the Montclair students. The students were able to analyze 7 of DEP’s F...
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Episode 57-Blue Acres with Director Fawn McGee from 2017-06-02T16:59:04
The Blue Acres Program offers New Jersey residents the opportunity to sell properties that were damaged by Super Storm Sandy, or which lie in areas that are exposed to repetitive flooding damage...
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Episode 56-Historic Preservation Month with Kate Marcopul from 2017-05-26T22:08:14
May is Historic Preservation Month. This month is particularly exciting for DEP’s Historic Preservation Office (HPO), which works to preserve, protect and promote New Jersey’s historic resources...
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Episode 55-Compliance and Enforcement with Assistant Commissioner Ray Bukowski from 2017-05-19T20:17:04
DEP’s overall mission is to protect New Jersey’s air, land, water, and natural and historic resources. In order to do that, we also need to be regulators, enforcing laws and rules. That’s where ...
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Episode 54-The Sinking of the Tamaroa-Artificial Reefs with Peter Clarke from 2017-05-12T17:05:13
Since 1984, the Bureau of Marine Fisheries has been involved in an intensive program of artificial reef construction and biological monitoring. Artificial reefs in ocean waters along the New Jer...
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Episode 53-Air Quality Awareness Week with Assistant Commissioner Paul Baldauf from 2017-05-01T21:24:11
DEP is kicking off Air Quality Awareness week, May 1-5, 2017. The purpose of this week is to raise awareness about air pollution, what DEP is doing to reduce the public’s exposure to air polluti...
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Episode 52-Dam Safety in New Jersey-Joint Podcast with the NJ Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness from 2017-04-21T18:50:14
New Jersey is home to nearly 1,700 regulated dams. DEP’s Division of Engineering and Construction administers the New Jersey Dam Safety program, which ensures the safety and integrity of dams in...
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Episode 51-Ringwood Manor with Sue Shutte, Resource Interpretive Specialist from 2017-04-07T17:01:56
Ringwood Manor is a National Historic Landmark District and a part of Ringwood State Park. It has historical importance spanning from Native American times through the early 20th century. Origin...
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Episode 50-Bobcats in New Jersey with Gretchen Fowles from 2017-03-29T17:27:38
The bobcat is New Jersey’s only species of wild cat, and is listed as endangered in New Jersey. The New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife works with many partners across the state to make sur...
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Episode 49-Women's History Month with Magdalena Padilla from 2017-03-24T23:48:24
Since the first National Women’s History Month in March 1987, every year we recognize, honor and celebrate the achievements of American women. There has also been a continuous effort to bring an...
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Episode 48-Well Owners’ ICU - Ensuring the Quality of our Water Supply with Drew Sites from 2017-03-17T18:03:09
New Jersey’s drinking water is regularly tested, and our water systems are clean and up to standard - less than 1% of public water systems incurred maximum contaminant levels or national exceeda...
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Episode 47-Reptiles and Amphibians in Winter with Senior Zoologist Brian Zarate from 2017-03-10T18:39:35
Although winter is soon coming to a close, it is not yet over. New Jersey’s cold blooded animals have a unique set of challenges to deal with in the cold winter months, but they’ve developed way...
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Episode 46-AmeriCorps New Jersey Watershed Ambassadors Program with Ismail Sukkar and Alexis Bowman from 2017-03-06T19:17:11
The AmeriCorps New Jersey Watershed Ambassadors Program is now in its 17th year and promotes watershed stewardship through education, direct community involvement and monitoring of stream health...
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Episode 45-Groundwork Elizabeth with Jonathan Phillips and Jackie Park Albaum from 2017-02-24T18:28:58
Groundwork Elizabeth is an innovative initiative that is improving access to sustainably grown local produce for urban communities surrounding Kean University. As one of the 10 winners of the 20...
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Episode 44-Presidential History and New Jersey wtih Director of Strategic Communications Bob Bostock from 2017-02-17T20:01:37
Every year the nation pauses on the third Monday of February to salute all those who have served as president of the United States. To commemorate President’s Day, Bob Bostock, DEP’s Director of...
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Episode 43-Community Collaborative Initiative with Chief Project Advisor Lou Valente from 2017-02-10T19:21:26
DEP’s Community Collaborative Initiative works closely with diverse partners in urban communities to support their vision for revitalization and growth. It addresses complex environmental challe...
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Episode 42-Brownfield Redevelopmment with Supervising Geologist Bill Lindner from 2017-02-03T19:30:41
One of the ways that DEP strives to protect New Jersey’s land, keeping it beautiful and safe, is assisting in the cleanup of sites that are abandoned or underutilized due to contamination. Bill ...
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Episode 41-Bald Eagles with Supervising Zoologist Kathy Clark from 2017-01-27T00:06:58
As a result of the use of the pesticide dichloro-diphenyl-trichloroethane, commonly known as DDT, the number of nesting pairs of bald eagles in New Jersey declined to only one by 1970 and remain...
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Episode 40-The Jean& Ric Edelman Fossil Park at Rowan University with Dr. Ken Lacovara from 2017-01-19T18:10:47
The Jean & Ric Edelman Fossil Park at Rowan University contains thousands of 65-million-year-old fossils and provides a unique window into the Cretaceous Period – the heyday of the dinosaurs. Dr...
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Episode 39-Oh Freedom! with Olivia Glenn from 2017-01-13T22:33:26
With Black History Month quickly approaching, DEP will be hosting the exhibit Oh Freedom!: Blacks on the Battlefront and in the Aftermath of the American Revolutionary War in New Jersey. This ex...
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Episode 38-Radon Action Month with Anita Kopera from 2017-01-05T23:53:37
January is Radon Action Month. Radon is a naturally occurring, radioactive gas that cannot be seen, smelled or tasted. This unwelcome gas can seep into homes and accumulate in enclosed places. A...
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Episode 37-First Day Hikes with Stephanie Fox from 2016-12-28T21:14:37
Every year, New Jersey’s state parks celebrate the New Year with First Day Hikes. To welcome 2017, the New Jersey State Park Service is hosting 19 guided hikes, 1 mountain bike ride and 1 horseb...
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Episode 36-Salvation Army's Angel Tree Program with Envoy Richard Pease from 2016-12-21T23:22:01
For the past 6 years, DEP has participated in the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program as a part of Governor Christie’s annual Season of Service Campaign. This year’s Angel Tree Drop Off took pla...
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Episode 35-Forestry in New Jersey with Bernie Isaacson from 2016-12-15T23:19:35
With more than 45% of New Jersey covered in forests, forest management is an important part of DEP’s mission. DEP’s forestry team maintains and protects New Jersey’s forest landscape through var...
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Episode 34-Washington Crossing with Mark Sirak and Clay Craighead from 2016-12-09T10:01
Every year, thousands of people gather on the banks of the Delaware River to watch the reenactment of George Washington’s daring Christmas Night river crossing. This event has become a tradition...
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Episode 33-Drought Update with Assistant Commissioner Dan Kennedy from 2016-12-02T17:56:43
Since July, much of New Jersey has been under a drought watch. In the months since, rainfall has continued to be scarce in much of the state. As a result, 14 counties are now under a drought war...
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Episode 32-A Jersey Thanksgiving: Turkeys and Cranberries in the Garden State with Tony McBride and Rob Geist from 2016-11-22T18:04:32
With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, millions of people across America are looking for the perfect ingredients for their holiday dinners. Turkeys and cranberries have long been staples of Than...
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Episode 31-America Recycles Day with Steve Rinaldi from 2016-11-14T21:44:52
Tuesday, November 15 is America Recycles Day. On this day, events will be held across the country to promote recycling and inform people about proper recycling techniques. Recycling is important...
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Episode 30-Bear Saftety with Michelle Smith from 2016-11-04T16:43:20
Since the 1980s, the Garden State's black bear population has been increasing and expanding its range. Within the most densely populated state in the nation, black bears are thriving, and there are...
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Episode 29-Bats with Mackenzie Hall from 2016-10-28T18:19:24
October is a popular month for bats – in fact, October 24-31 is Bat Week. However, these mammals have more to offer than just being a symbol for Halloween. Mackenzie Hall, biologist in DEP’s Divisi...
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Episode 28-Office of Emergency Management with Director Bob Van Fossen from 2016-10-21T16:39:16
No matter where you’re from, environmental emergencies inevitably occur. From droughts to hurricanes to hazardous spills, New Jersey has dealt with it all. Bob VanFossen, Director of DEP’s Emergenc...
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Episode 27-Drought with Jeff Hoffman, New Jersey State Geologist from 2016-10-14T16:40:54
This year has been particularly dry, which caused DEP to issue a drought watch in late July for most northern and central regions of New Jersey. With continued dry weather, there is now a possibili...
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Episode 26-Deer Rutting Season with Principal Biologist Dan Roberts from 2016-10-06T17:38:13
Fall marks the beginning of deer rutting season, a time of year when deer are especially active. New Jersey is home to over 101,000 deer, which can cause problems for motorists especially during th...
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Episode 25-Environmental Education with Tanya Oznowich, Environmental Education Supervisor from 2016-09-23T17:36:14
September brings about the beginning of autumn and it’s also the time of year when students throughout the Garden State go back to school. DEP actively promotes environmental education information ...
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Episode 24-Office of Local Government Assistance with Director Cindy Randazzo from 2016-09-16T19:26
The Office of Local Government Assistance troubleshoots and problem solves environmental issues for New Jersey’s 565 municipalities and 21 counties to help them to better understand DEP’s 75+ pr...
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Episode 23-National Drive Electric Week with Ryan Gergely from 2016-09-09T16:54:25
During the week of September 10-18, drivers and advocates of electric vehicles across the nation will be holding events as a part of National Drive Electric Week. These events will increase awarene...
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Episode 22-New Jersey WILD Outdoor Expo with Al Ivany from 2016-09-02T17:52:39
The New Jersey WILD Outdoor Expo, taking place on Saturday and Sunday, September 10 & 11, is quickly approaching. From 10 am to 5 pm, people of all...
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Episode 21-Don't Waste Our Open Space with Project Manager Artie Zanfini from 2016-08-26T16:49:07
Although the vast majority of those who use our state's open space use this precious resource responsibly, some people illegally treat New Jersey's public lands as dumping grounds, threatening...
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Episode 20-Watershed Education Urban Fishing Program with Harold Nebling from 2016-08-19T16:52:17
Urban communities have benefitted from the Watershed Education Urban Fishing Program, now in its 20th year. This hands-on, experiential learning program introduces students to their watersheds t...
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Episode 19-Hooked on Fishing-Not on Drugs with Senior Information Specialist Liz Jackson from 2016-08-11T23:22:59
“Hooked on Fishing – Not on Drugs” is a program that was created by the Future Fisherman Foundation. Governor Christie signed legislation in 2012 establishing the statewide implementation of the...
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Episode 18-AmeriCorps New Jersey Watershed Ambassadors Program with coordinator Kathy Giordano from 2016-08-05T16:50:59
The AmeriCorps New Jersey Watershed Ambassadors Program is going into its 17th year. This program gives 20 college graduates each year the opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of ...
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Episode 17-Piping Plover with Environmental Specialist Christina Davis from 2016-07-29T17:21:10
The piping plover is a shore-loving bird that delights beach-goers of all ages. Although it is on the threatened species list nationally, the piping plover is endangered in the state of New Jers...
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Episode 16-Clinging Jellyfish with Research Scientist Joe Bilinski from 2016-07-22T17:49:32
The clinging jellyfish, an invasive species native to the Pacific Ocean, has made an appearance in New Jersey for the first time ever this summer. Although this dime-sized creature has only bee...
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Episode 15-New Jersey Environmental Infrastructure Trust with Executive Director David Zimmer from 2016-07-15T21:21:43
The New Jersey Environmental Infrastructure Trust (NJEIT) provides low-cost financing for the construction of environmental infrastructure projects that enhance and protect ground and surface wa...
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Episode 14-Red Knot with Dr. Amanda Dey from 2016-07-08T16:34:41
In 1999, the Red Knot, a medium sized shorebird, was listed as a threatened species in New Jersey under the New Jersey Endangered Species Conservation Act. Dr. Amanda Dey, Principal Zoologist who ...
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Episode 13-Emerald Ash Borer with Regional Forester Rosa Yoo from 2016-07-01T16:02:10
The Emerald Ash Borer, an invasive insect, poses a threat to New Jersey’s 24.7 million ash trees. This shiny green beetle can be hard to detect in the wild, but the damage it causes soon becomes...
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Epsiode 12-Zika virus and mosquitoes with Deputy Commissioners David Glass (DEP) and Dr. Arturo Brito (DOH) from 2016-06-21T22:33:52
The Zika virus is fast becoming a growing concern for people around the world, and as summer approaches, New Jerseyans are becoming more conscious of the virus. The DEP and the NJ Department of ...
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Episode 11-Flag Day and Twin Lights Historic Site with Mark Stewart from 2016-06-14T19:53:44
On June 14, we celebrate Flag Day as a way to honor our nation’s flag. To mark this day, Bob Bostock sits with Mark Stewart, Secretary of the Twin Lights Historical Society, to talk about Flag D...
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Episode 10-Cooperative Coastal Monitoring Program with Virginia Loftin from 2016-06-10T19:33:24
The 2016 beach season is rapidly approaching, and DEP’s Cooperative Coastal Monitoring Program (CCMP) is making sure that New Jersey’s recreational beaches are ready to be open to the public. In...
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Episode 9-National Trails Day with Brandee Chapman, State Trails Coordinator from 2016-06-03T19:38:12
On June 4, New Jersey will be participating in the annual National Trails Day which is celebrated statewide and nationally. As an initiative of the American Hiking Society, National Trails Day w...
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Episode 8-Barnegat Bay Blitz with Katie Ribsam from 2016-06-01T18:42:49
On June 3, DEP is hosting its 7th Barnegat Bay Blitz, a watershed-wide cleanup that takes place throughout 37 municipalities in Ocean and Monmouth counties. Over 26,000 volunteers have participated...
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Episode 7-Public Access Maps with Becky Foster from 2016-05-26T18:57:54
This week, DEP announced a new public access map that allows users to locate more than 2,900 public access points along the Atlantic coast and back bays in Monmouth, Ocean, Atlantic, and Cape Ma...
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Episode 6-Camden Collaborative Initiative with Frank McLaughlin from 2016-05-20T20:09
The Camden Collaborative Initiative (CCI) is a solutions oriented partnership between governmental, non-profit, private, and community-based agencies formed to plan and implement innovative strateg...
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Episode 5-NJ State History Fair with Mark Sirak from 2016-05-11T18:25:56
The Department of Environmental Protection will host the 12th annual New Jersey SPIRIT of the JERSEYS History Fair on Saturday, May 14, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Monmouth State Park in Manalapan...
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Episode 4-Wildfire Season with State Fire Warden Bill Edwards from 2016-05-09T16:43:34
New Jersey is in the midst of wildfire season as weather conditions at this time of year tend to be dry and windy. Keeping this in mind, Bob Bostock sits down with DEP’s State Fire Warden Bill Edwa...
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Episode 3-Air Quality Awareness Week with Melinda Dower, Air Program Research Scientist from 2016-05-04T20:07:15
This week marks the 10 year anniversary of Air Quality Awareness Week. Here in New Jersey, the DEP is celebrating by keeping residents informed about air quality and the changes they can make in th...
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Episode 2- Arbor Day with Community Forestry Coordinator Carrie Sargeant from 2016-04-27T17:58:41
This year marks the 67th Annual State Arbor Day Celebration. Bob Bostock sits down with Carrie Sargeant, DEP’s Assistant Regional Forester and State’s Urban and Community Forestry Coordinator, from...
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Episode 1-Earth Day and an Interview with NJDEP Commissioner Bob Martin from 2016-04-21T19:10:01
Commissioner Martin launches the inaugural Discover DEP podcast on the 46th anniversary of Earth Day and the formation of the New Jersey Department ...
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