The Straight Flush

The Straight Flush

Author: Virginia Water Environment Association Language: English Episodes: 56
Tune into The Straight Flush for a direct line to the conversations shaping Virginia's water environment. Produced by the Virginia Water Environment Association, this series goes beyond the basics to explore the real-world challenges and innovations in wastewater and stormwater management. Each episode brings you voices from the field-engineers, operators, policymakers, and researchers-discussing current trends, new initiatives, and the practical solutions being implemented across the state. You'll hear personal stories about the individuals whose work sustains our infrastructure and protects our waterways, offering a grounded perspective on an essential industry. This podcast serves as an informal meeting space for professionals and anyone curious about where our water goes and how communities are working to steward it better. It’s about the people and projects behind the pipes, delivered in straightforward conversations that aim to inform and connect. For regular insights from within the Virginia water community, subscribe to The Straight Flush wherever you get your podcasts.
Episodes
Ep. 56 - The Flow Forward Series: Mentorship in Motion (Part 2 of 2) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:29
This episode wraps up a two-part series focusing on the importance of mentorship in the water industry. The series discussion was developed by the joint Utility Management Committee's Professional Development focus group…
Ep. 50 - The Enduring Wisdom of John Novak [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:16:21
This special 50th episode of The Straight Flush has our guest hosts Chris Wilson (HRSD) and Evan Bowles (Hazen) sitting down with Dr. John Novak (Professor Emeritus at Virginia Tech) to discuss his history in the field o…
Ep. 49 - Women Impacting Water Series: The Regulatory Route [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:14
We continue our Women Impacting Water series with Dana Hargrove (Hazen) and Adrianna Dimperio (Kennedy Jenks) as they sit down with Marcia Degen (Degen Environmental) and Karri Atwood (Virginia Forever) to discuss their…
Ep. 48 - The Ripple Effect: Leadership in Water [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:14
Our guest host Becky Currall (HRSD) moderates a discussion on the joint Leadership Academy Committee, its origin, program, and long-term benefits for emerging leaders in the water industry. Guests for this discussion inc…
Ep. 47 - Women Impacting Water Series: Education and Communication [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:14
We continue our Women Impacting Water series with Dana Hargrove (Hazen) and Adrianna Dimperio (Kennedy Jenks) as they speak with Sarah Baumgardner and Laura Schirmer (both with Western Virginia Water Authority) to learn…

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