Water Guy Unfiltered
Originally these episodes were recorded for our one-hour weekly radio show, airing on 101.7 FM in Richmond, VA. That format didn't allow for folks to hear it unless they caught it live, and we have built the library of them so everyone can listen at their leisure. The content is designed for our local water but applies to most of the US. We discuss private well, community well, and municipal water supplies as well as common contaminants found in each. Some examples are: Chlorine, Chloramine, Hardness, Silica, Manganese, Iron, Pathogens, PH and TDS, but we continue to expand our content as we see new problems. if yo want to hear about anything specific, please comment or visit our website at KineticoRichmond.com!
Episodes
In this episode we were curious about the mercury levels in fish and how this happened. What we discovered was bizarre, namely because mercury is a metal and in its elemental form it is heavier than lead yet it quickly evaporates into the air. This puts some perspective on those fluorescent bulbs that few of us actually bag before tossing out. It has had many uses throughout time with thermometers and barometers being...
AKA-How to Identify and Fix Smell in water:
This episode gets into the very tricky problem of odors in water. Check out the details and follow this guide for information that the amateurs don’t understand.
1. Does it present in the raw when run into a bucket? If yes, then part of the solution involves carbon filtration.
2. Is it in the hot water only? If YES it may be an anode rod issue and recom...
Recent news about the arsenic in rice started us digging into the reasons why and how dangerous it might be. White rice versus brown rice? US rice versus globally sourced? Does global warming impact it? Can I protect myself?
Since late and 4000 BC folks have been storing water, realizing how important it is for survival and agriculture. We run through the details and highlights throughout time until modern applications. We talk about what actually makes rain and how to plan your own rain – harvesting system.
If you are concerned or confused about Manganese, you’re not alone. It is an essential trace element that we can’t live without but it has significant health effects that are terrifying if you get too much. Learn about Manganism and what to do to avoid it!
This episode dives into the massive issue of plastics and our world. Microplastics were first identified back in 1993 on the beaches of the Isle of Man, and those colorful specs were the beginning of our nightmare. We discuss the different sources, sizes, and treatment options for this man-made problem as well as the health impacts for us and all animals. Buckle up and grab a beverage, preferably from a glass bottle!...
We dig into a nasty water situation in California where pistachio farming and water rights collide period.
We break down the mystery behind ozone, how it's made, used, and a history on what we have done since 1785.
This is episode revisits the confusing world of water softeners. We discuss what a water softener actually does, how does it, and why it is not a drinking water system. Ion exchange is simple please just simplistically explained and how your water will change for the better, as well as what to expect in your drinking or irrigation water.
This was a quick response edition that went into details about the recent water emergency here in Richmond that cut off water to all of the Richmond and parts of surrounding counties for about 3 days. We discussed the new contamination concerns and how the “Boil Water Advisory “ impacts residential and commercial properties.
UV systems were a hot topic and we talked about the difference between true NSF certified unit...
This episode discusses the other DBP (Disinfection by products) of chlorinated water. This episode gets technical after a long runway, but the explain that the DBP are THM's and HAAS, where THM's are gases. Each as its own treatment methods but you need to make sure you are protected.
Before you open your next, can you need to listen to this episode. Worldwide 180,000,000,000 aluminum beverage cans are as per year! It only takes 2.5 billion stacked to reach the moon, and almost everyone has a coding on the inside. This info will cause you to reconsider every purchase at the grocery store, as it includes all types of cans. Could this be a factor in the surge of low tea and men in their late 20s?
Coffee is big business. $ 343 billion economic impact in the US in 2022. We dig into the history of how we got here from a goatherder in Ethiopia back in the 9th century. Coffee has 2 ingredients - coffee bean and water so obviously this episode was inevitable!
For over 75 years, the United States has been dosing our Municipal water with fluoride. Since the 1970's, Americans have been voting against the idea of adding poison to the city supplied water. But the Government trudged on, imposing regulations based on limited research of the negative side effects, mainly focused on fluorosis. What health officials failed to focus on were the cognitive issues stemming from flu...
In Today's Episode, The Jacked-Up James, Paul The Water Guy discusses the historical, environmental and future importance of the James River. For hundreds of years, the James River has supported its surrounding land and communities. But for the last 60+ years, the people it has provided for, have been destroying it. Learn what pollution, raw sewage and corporate greed have done to your drinking water source!
Allow me to re-introduce myself, my name is Water Filtration.
When beginning the journey to clear waters, you may be asking yourself where to even start. Listen along as the Water Guy talks you through a crash course on water filtration. Get to know the water woes you can find in both your city and well water. The first step in water protection is water education.
What the Frack? I'm sure you've heard of fracking but depending on what side of the political stream you heard it from, drastically changes your point of view. Take a deep dive with us, explore the facts surrounding the health concerns and environmental damages caused by fracking. Politics aside, join The Water Guy Unfiltered to get the truth from under the surface of fracking.
After over 75 years of contamination, 2024 will be the year of regulation. Studies, both new and old, have shown the dangers of the non-stick family known as PFAS. Have you considered how the EPA's new enforceable PFAS limits will affect you, your family and the community you live in? Learn how you can be proactive about your family's health while the Government works towards a National PFAS solution.
Have you ever wondered about the differences between drinking water systems? They all make the same claims, but do they have the certifications to back them up? Deep dive with us into the murky waters of over-the-counter drinking water. See what systems are worth their weight in water and who sinks to the bottom of the charts with unsanctioned statements of protection.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued an enforcement alert regarding urgent cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities to community drinking water systems. This alert underscores the urgency of protecting our nation’s drinking water from cyberattacks, ensuring public health and safety. Remember, safe water is a shared responsibility, and vigilance against cyber threats is crucial!
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