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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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Recent Episodes
S1E42 #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.…
S1E41 #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,…
S1E40 #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…
S1E39 #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…
S1E38 #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…
S1E37 #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…
S1E36 #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,…
S1E35 #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…
S1E34 #34: Thirsty for AI – How data centers are draining communities
In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana explore the hidden water cost of artificial intelligence. Inspired by a recent New York Times report, they spotlight Newton County, Georgia, where…
S1E33 #33: Unprepared and underwater – Why U.S. infrastructure can’t handle the next flood
In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana take on one of the most pressing—and overlooked—climate risks: flooding. Based on insights from Governing and the U.S. Water Alliance, they explore…
S1E32 #32: Your brain on plastics – Tiny particles, big consequences
In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana dive into the unsettling connection between microplastic pollution and human health, inspired by a recent article from The Brockovich Report. A new…
S1E31 #31: L.A.’s water glow-up – From excess to efficiency
Episode Description: In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana explore how Los Angeles—long seen as a symbol of unsustainable sprawl—has quietly become one of the most water-conscious cities…
S1E30 #30: Farming the fog – Growing crops in the driest place on Earth
Episode Description: In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana travel (virtually) to Chile’s Atacama Desert—the driest place on Earth—to explore how farmers are growing lettuce, lemons, and…
S1E29 #29: Plastic Free July – The Garbage Patch isn’t what you think
In light of Plastic Free July, this episode of Tap’d In challenges what we think we know about plastic pollution. Hosts Jordan and Lana dive into the real story behind the Great Pacific Garbage…
S1E18 #28: Shattering the glass bottle myth – The surprising microplastic truth
In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana unpack a new French study that’s turning assumptions upside down: drinks bottled in glass may actually contain more microplastics than those in…
S1E27 #27: Fluoride around the world – What other countries do differently
In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana take a global look at water fluoridation, inspired by a recent BBC Future article. While fluoridation remains common in the U.S. for its dental…
S1E26 #26: The world of fine water – The rise of water sommeliers
In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana explore the growing “fine water” movement, where natural bottled waters are being appreciated like vintage wines. Inspired by a recent New York…
S1E25 #25: PFAS in your pint – What’s brewing in our water?
In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana crack open a startling new study: nearly every beer tested in the U.S. contains PFAS—those stubborn “forever chemicals” linked to serious health…
S1E24 #24: LifeStraw – Innovation for clean water, anywhere
In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana spotlight one of the most game-changing tools in global water access: LifeStraw. Originally developed in 1999 to combat Guinea worm disease,…
S1E23 #23: From farm to faucet - How manure creates toxic water
In this episode of Tap’d In, hosts Jordan and Lana tackle a lesser-known but widespread water crisis: the formation of cancer-linked disinfection byproducts (DBPs) in drinking water. Based on…
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Tap'd In has published 42 episodes since December 2024, covering topics in Science.
Tap'd In is currently dormant with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 13m.
