River Radio Jim Maher & Gayle Knutson

Hosts Gayle Knutson and Jim Maher speak to wild food enthusiast and educator Carson Gross, who shares his expertise on how to forage for mushrooms (4:30); and David Nguyen of the University of Minnesota's Technological Leadership Institute on the possibilities and potential pitfalls of artificial intelligence (35:45). Jim and Gayle also share follow-up insights from many of this past season's guests on recent developments related to their areas of expertise (23:30), and Gayle has an update of local news (53:00). Matt Quast is technical director.

This Week’s Guests
David H. Nguyen, PhD, Edson Spencer Chair of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Technological Leadership Institute, University of Minnesota
 Carson Gross, Mushroom, Wild Food Enthusiast and Educator 
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
City of Scandia
May Township
Washington County
City of Stillwater
Events
Marine Plant Trade – Call 651-433-2485 or email laurelsmith361@gmail.com
Marine Forest Management Plan – call Wendy Ward – 651-301-0633
Scandia Gravel Bed Tree Nursery – call Tom Furey – 612-723-8451
Scandia Heritage Alliance Mondale Boat Cruise
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
St. Croix National Scenic Riverway
Call 1-800-PARK-TIP
Farmaste 
Scandia Farmer’s Market

Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk with world-renowned journalist and environmental advocate Bill McKibben about the state of climate change and what can be done from here (5:00), and William O’Brien State Park Supervisor Wayne Boerner about the impact of river flooding and construction plans at the park (26:00). Plus, an update on local news (43:15). Matt Quast is technical director.

This Week’s Guests
Bill McKibben, journalist and environmental advocate
Third Act
Wayne Boerner, manager, William O’Brien State Park
William O’Brien Management Plan
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
City of Scandia
May Township
Washington County
Article links:
Bill McKibben – Climate Change is the Legacy of People over the age of 60 (The Guardian)
Bill McKibben – This Simple Math Problem Could Be the Key to Solving Our Climate Crisis (Rolling Stone)
St. Croix 360 – New members of Wisconsin town board revoke factory farm rules
 
Events
Library Presentation on Greenland – Replay
Marine Village School Taco Fundraiser
Gammelgarden Opening Weekend
Public meeting on Osceola Bridge work
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library

Co-hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson talk to Minnesota native Aaron Bogott, a longtime Russia resident who fled the country after the war began, about his experiences and impressions of the situation in Russia (5:00) and Ryan Ramaley, captain of the Taylors Falls Queen excursion paddleboat as we go for a ride on the river (31:00). Also featured is an in-depth story on late-breaking developments in the River Grove school situation (23:30) and other local news (43:30). Matt Quast is Technical Director.

This Week’s Guests
Aaron Bogott, Minnesota native who fled Russia
Ryan Ramaley, Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours
651-465-6315
Email) info@taylorsfallsboat.com
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
City of Scandia
May Township
Washington County
Events
Wild Rivers Conservancy Open Water Celebration

Jim and Gayle Library presentation on Biking in Europe
https://www.midwestmtn.com/outdoor-adventure-expos/

Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
National Park Service closures
National Park Service Facebook Updates

Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson speak with Dr. Dennis McKenna, ethnopharmacologist, on the potential therapeutic uses of psychedelics (5:00); and Kyle Potter, Executive Editor, Thrifty Traveler, with advice for the upcoming traveling season (32:30). Plus an update of local news (51:30). Matt Quast is technical director. 

This Week’s Guests
Dennis McKenna, McKenna Academy
ESPD Event
Heffter Research Institute
Hoasca Project
Kyle Potter, Executive Editor, ThriftyTraveler.com
Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
City of Scandia
May Township
Washington County
Articles
Rick Reilly Commentary on Iowa’s Caitlin Clark
Update on hog production facility in Burnett County
American Library Association on Book Bans
Events
Marine Volunteer Fair – Contact Linda Tibbetts
Scandia Marine Lions Service Project Sampler Day
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library
Northwoods Humane Society

Hosts Gayle Knutson and Jim Maher speak to Craig Hansen, National Park Service Superintendent of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway about the latest on the river as spring approaches (4:30); and Nancy Altman, Co-Founder and President of Social Security Works, about how to save and improve the Social Security system (25:00). Plus,  an update of local news (49:00). Matt Quast is Technical Director.

This Week’s Guests
Craig Hansen, St. Croix National Scenic Riverway
Report activity to 1-800-PARK-TIP
Nancy Altman, Social Security Works

Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
City of Scandia
May Township
Washington County
 
Events
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny in Scandia
Art Reach St. Croix Roz Chast Opening Night
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library 
Marine Village School

MarineZine submissions
mmsuggins@gmail.com

Hosts Jim Maher and Gayle Knutson speak to Greg Seitz, founder and editor of the St. Croix 360 newsletter, about news happening up and down the river (6:00); musician John Gorka about his upcoming Marine Library benefit concert (23:00); and Polk County, Wisconsin farm owner/operator Lisa Doerr about the threat of concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) (33:00). Gayle also has an update of local news (48:00). Matt Quast is technical director.

This Week’s Guests
Greg Seitz, St. Croix 360
John Gorka, Singer/Songwriter
Lisa Doerr, Northern Lakes Farm
Know CAFOs website

Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
City of Scandia
May Township
Washington County
Entertainment Links
Highlight Reel of Jessie Diggins World Championship Run
Events
Jim & Gayle Biking Presentation Replay  
John Gorka Concert for Marine Community Library
Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library 
Science Museum Artist at Pine Needles Program
Marine Mills Folk School