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Immerse yourself in the world of water with Tap'd In.Join hosts Jordan and Lana every Wednesday as they explore the fascinating world of water. From the economics of water pricing to the latest innovations in water tech, Tap'd In dives deep into critical topics like bottled water, tap water, scarcity, and management. Brought to you by the water tech company Tap, this podcast sheds light on the challenges and solutions shaping the future of this essential resource. Whether you’re an industry professional, a sustainability advocate, or just curious about the world of water, Tap'd In has something for you.

  1. 10/15/2025

    #42: Cape Town’s Day Zero – Lessons from the city that almost ran dry

    In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana revisit one of the world’s most famous water crises: Cape Town’s near-“Day Zero” in 2018, when the city was on the brink of shutting off its taps. Drawing from National Geographic’s reporting, they explore how climate change, drought, and rapid population growth pushed the city to the edge, while racial and socioeconomic disparities deepened the impact—leaving poorer, majority-Black townships most vulnerable. Jordan and Lana break down the emergency measures that helped Cape Town narrowly avoid disaster, from aggressive conservation to temporary desalination, and place the crisis in a global context, asking: which cities could be next, and what can the world learn before the taps run dry? Article: https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/why-cape-town-running-out-water-and-whos-next/ Links: Tap: https://findtap.com/ PodSnacks (Podcast Summaries): https://www.podsnacks.org/

    11 min

  2. 10/08/2025

    #41: Building water resilience in the desert – Inside Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030

    In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana explore how Saudi Arabia—a country defined by its arid climate—is investing heavily in water security. Drawing from recent reporting by Aquatech, the episode unpacks the latest infrastructure push under Saudi Vision 2030, including wastewater treatment, pipeline construction, and major reuse initiatives. With projects underway in regions like Asir, Jazan, and Madinah, the goal is clear: reduce dependence on non-renewable groundwater, boost resilience, and bring private-sector innovation into one of the world’s most water-stressed nations. Article: https://www.aquatechtrade.com/news/water-security/sanitation-pipes-pumps-form-latest-water-projects-saudi-arabia Links: Tap: https://findtap.com/ PodSnacks (Podcast Summaries): https://www.podsnacks.org/

    12 min

  3. 10/01/2025

    #40: Financing water security – Can global banks bridge the gap?

    In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana take a look behind the scenes of a major global push to secure the world’s water future. Based on the Water Security Financing Report 2024, they unpack how ten of the world’s largest multilateral development banks—including the World Bank and Asian Development Bank—are joining forces to fund water access, sanitation, agricultural resilience, and resource management. The episode explores why financing remains a bottleneck in the global water crisis, especially in low-income regions, and what tools, investments, and partnerships are being used to turn money into meaningful impact. Article: https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/water/publication/water-security-financing-report-2024 Links: Tap: https://findtap.com/ PodSnacks (Podcast Summaries): https://www.podsnacks.org/

    16 min

  4. 09/24/2025

    #39: AI’s water problem – Can tech solve what it’s draining?

    In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana unpack the rising—and often hidden—water cost of Artificial Intelligence. As demand for AI infrastructure explodes, so does its need for water to cool servers and generate off-site electricity, often in already water-stressed regions. Drawing from an Aquatech deep-dive, the episode explores how data centers are competing with local communities for clean water, and whether innovations like closed-loop cooling or underwater data centers can offset the damage. Can AI help fix the very crisis it’s making worse? Article: https://www.aquatechtrade.com/news/digital-solutions/ai-water-usage Links: Tap: https://findtap.com/ PodSnacks (Podcast Summaries): https://www.podsnacks.org/

    15 min

  5. 09/17/2025

    #38: England’s water paradox – Drenched in rain, running on empty

    In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana explore a surprising headline: England – known for its grey skies and drizzle – is facing a serious water shortage. Drawing from a deep-dive by The Guardian, they unpack how aging infrastructure, privatized water systems, population growth, and climate change are draining reservoirs and aquifers across the country. From leaky pipes wasting billions of liters a day to outdated policies and high personal water use, Jordan and Lana examine the systemic failures and emerging solutions – like nature-based strategies and smarter building codes – that could help England escape this unexpected crisis. Article: https://www.theguardian.com/news/ng-interactive/2025/aug/17/how-can-england-possibly-be-running-out-of-water Links: Tap: https://findtap.com/ PodSnacks (Podcast Summaries): https://www.podsnacks.org/

    13 min

  6. 09/10/2025

    #37: The Colorado River – Close to breaking point

    In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana dive into the unfolding crisis of the Colorado River – once a mighty lifeline for the American West, now teetering on the edge of failure. Based on reporting from USA Today, they explore how megadrought, climate change, and overuse have drained the river’s supply, threatening the water security of 40 million people. As tensions mount between the seven dependent states, farmers and Indigenous communities in the Upper Basin face devastating shortages, while legal battles and controversial projects loom. Jordan and Lana break down what’s at stake – and whether collaboration or collapse lies ahead. Article: https://eu.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2025/07/26/colorado-river-brink-of-failure/85390697007/ Links: Tap: https://findtap.com/ PodSnacks (Podcast Summaries): https://www.podsnacks.org/

    16 min

  7. 09/03/2025

    #36: Iran is running out of water – A nation on the brink

    In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana examine Iran’s deepening water crisis, as reported by Foreign Policy. Years of drought, rampant mismanagement, and corruption have drained rivers, depleted aquifers, and ignited public unrest. From agricultural overuse to the shadowy influence of a so-called "Water Mafia," Iran’s survival is increasingly at stake—not just environmentally, but geopolitically. Jordan and Lana unpack how the regime’s priorities have compounded the crisis and what Iran’s unraveling water situation signals for global security in a world facing growing scarcity. Article: https://foreignpolicy.com/2025/08/07/iran-water-crisis-drought/ Links: Tap: https://findtap.com/ PodSnacks (Podcast Summaries): https://www.podsnacks.org/

    12 min

  8. 08/27/2025

    #35: Parked in contamination – Mobile homes and the water crisis

    In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana uncover a hidden drinking water crisis affecting millions of Americans living in mobile home parks. Drawing from an AP News investigation, they reveal how nearly 70% of parks with their own water systems have violated safe drinking water regulations – often at rates worse than cities. Some parks aren’t regulated by the EPA at all, leaving dangerous contaminants like arsenic undetected. Even when outside water sources are safe, aging pipes within parks can taint it before it reaches taps. Jordan and Lana discuss why oversight is so lax, the human toll on residents who can’t easily move, and the urgent need for stronger protections. Article: https://apnews.com/article/mobile-home-parks-water-drinking-safety-epa-84625b372b8d883d0a5d6f6d302263fc? Links: Tap: https://findtap.com/ PodSnacks (Podcast Summaries): https://www.podsnacks.org/

    9 min
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Immerse yourself in the world of water with Tap'd In.Join hosts Jordan and Lana every Wednesday as they explore the fascinating world of water. From the economics of water pricing to the latest innovations in water tech, Tap'd In dives deep into critical topics like bottled water, tap water, scarcity, and management. Brought to you by the water tech company Tap, this podcast sheds light on the challenges and solutions shaping the future of this essential resource. Whether you’re an industry professional, a sustainability advocate, or just curious about the world of water, Tap'd In has something for you.

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  • Creator
    Tap
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    42
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