And So It Flows

And So It Flows

'And So It Flows' combines our unique blend of water music, water news, water culture and deep water talk. 'And So It Flows' brings water outside the cup. Moisten your ears every Tuesday @ 2pm on WTBR 89.7 FM - Pittsfield Community Radio. Or listen via podcast on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podcast Addict, Youtube Music and many more podcast platforms. And, remember to love your water.

Episodes

And So It Flows - September 15, 2026 - 'High Seas And Tall Tales: Talking Pirate With John Baur aka Ol' Chumbucket'

September 15, 2026 • 60 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, connects with John Baur aka Ol’ Chumbucket, co-creator of International Talk Like a Pirate Day. Together, they unpack the origins of the global holiday, deliver a mini lesson in pirate language, and celebrate the sacred power of our seas.
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And So It Flows - September 8, 2026 -'Healing the Housatonic River: Bioremediation on the Frontlines - Episode 2'

September 8, 2026 • 59 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, sits for a second time with Robert Heinzman of the Lee PCB Advisory Committee. They dive deeper on bioremediation in the Housatonic to clean GE’s and Monsanto’s toxic legacy, pushing for biological solutions implemented around the world.
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And So It Flows - September 1, 2026 - 'Healing the Housatonic River: Bioremediation on the Frontlines - Episode 1'

September 1, 2026 • 59 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, sits with Robert Heinzman of the Lee PCB Advisory Committee. They discuss the push for bioremediation in the Housatonic region to clean up GE and Monsanto’s toxic legacy, fighting for biological solutions which are used around the world.
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And So It Flows - August 25, 2026 - 'Sacred Currents: The Artistic Essence of Water'

August 25, 2026 • 60 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, sits with water artist Gail Gelburd to explore her bold new show, The Spiritual Essence of Water. They discuss how art and sacred traditions intersect. Gail reveals how her art shifts human culture to honor and protect our living waters.
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And So It Flows - August 18, 2026 - 'Cold As ICE (Part 4): Cutting the ICE Flow'

August 18, 2026 • 60 mins
Leslie Gabriel hosts Peyton Fleming, former journalist, EPA official, and De-ICE Citizens Bank activist for Cold As ICE (Part 4). They detail the De-ICE Citizens Bank campaign, showing how exposing financial flows forced Citizens Bank to drop private ICE detention giants CoreCivic and GEO Group.
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And So It Flows - August 11, 2026 - 'Speaking Up for the Blue (Part 2): Activating Water Lovers'

August 11, 2026 • 61 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, sits with marine ecologist Andrew Lewin. They focus on activating the world’s water community. They share how media, activism, and clear transparent communication help defend water rights – inspiring communities to stand up for water.
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And So It Flows - July 28, 2026 - 'Speaking Up for the Blue (Part 1): From Marine Science to Ocean Media'

July 28, 2026 • 61 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, sits with marine ecologist Andrew Lewin. They discuss his transition from field science to founding the Speak Up for Blue podcast network, exploring how storytelling and digital media inspire action to protect our oceans and waterways.
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And So It Flows - July 21, 2026 - 'Deep Water Care: The Global Impact of An Aquatic Veterinarian'

July 21, 2026 • 60 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, sits down with aquatic vet Dr. Brian Joseph. From North America to Asia, they examine his hands-on work with dolphins, marine life, and aquatic ecosystems in top aquariums, zoos, and specialized nature conservation centers.
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And So It Flows - July 7, 2026 - 'Turning the Tide Against War and Pollution'

July 7, 2026 • 60 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, sits with Navy veterans Eric Wasileski and TJ Thompson. Through the lens of Veterans For Peace, they discuss utilizing the Deep Dive framework to map out a bold cultural shift to make military pollution and endless war completely obsolete.
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And So It Flows - June 30, 2026 - 'Broken Water Pipes'

June 30, 2026 • 60 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, examines how the village of Housatonic represents thousands of communities nationwide dealing with water infrastructure issues and deferred maintenance. He looks at the crisis of neglected works and the national fight for clean water.
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And So It Flows - May 26, 2026 - ' Oil, Water And The Flow Away From The Petrodollar'

May 26, 2026 • 60 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, examines how closing the Strait of Hormuz impacts global trade and the global economy. We look at the economic shock of soaring oil prices and the accelerating shift away from the petrodollar, creating new realities for the world economy.
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And So It Flows - May 12, 2026 - 'Water, Democracy And Forever Chemicals'

May 12, 2026 • 60 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, sits with Bob Jones of the Lee Selectboard. They discuss how Lee’s fight for eco-justice against GE, Monsanto, and Bayer has activated his town into eco-warriors using democracy to bring justice to a region impacted by forever chemicals.
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And So It Flows - May 5, 2026 - 'The Deeper Dive - Taking the PCB Fight National'

May 5, 2026 • 60 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, recaps the powerful Deep Dive community water summit. The gathering confronted the Housatonic Valley PCB crisis, effectively bringing critical water and remediation issues back to the center of the regional and growing national stage.
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And So It Flows - April 14, 2026 - 'Mayflower Roots to Deep Dives: The UCC’s Call to Action'

April 14, 2026 • 60 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, sits with Rev Mike Denton. They talk of spiritual empowerment, UCC’s Mayflower roots, and co-creation of a just world through activism. Plus, a look at the Deep Dive with Chris Hedges and Veterans For Peace to resolve the PCB cleanup.
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And So It Flows - April 7, 2026 - 'Water's Message Of Peace'

April 7, 2026 • 59 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, sits with his h2o ideas and his water vibe, vibin’ on water for peace—inner and outer peace. Leslie sails through water as a culture of peace, sharing insights on the unified messages of water and the Masaru Emoto Peace Project’s vision.
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And So It Flows - March 31, 2026 - 'The Strait Of Hormuz'

March 31, 2026 • 59 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, sits with Eric Wasileski, US Navy vet and peace activist about his time in the Persian Gulf including the Strait Of Hormuz. Eric and Leslie discuss the mess created by a misguided Iran war policy and the toxic legacy of the US military.
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And So It Flows - March 17, 2026 - 'Like Water For Coffee'

March 17, 2026 • 60 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, sits with Jess Rufo, coffee expert and owner of Dottie’s Coffee Lounge. They discuss the chemistry between water and the perfect brew, the jolt of caffeine, and the commitment to fuel the economic flow and  the spirit of Pittsfield, MA.
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And So It Flows - March 10, 2026 - 'The Thermal Flow Of Hydrotherapy: Optimizing Health Through Hot and Cold'

March 10, 2026 • 60 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, sits with Andy Huh, a sauna and cold plunge expert. They explore the transformative wellness value of hydrotherapy, diving deep into how alternating extreme temperatures optimize physical recovery, mental clarity, and metabolic health.
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And So It Flows - March 3, 2026 - 'From Active Duty To Rivers: Veterans Take On PCBs'

March 3, 2026 • 60 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, sits with Eric Wasileski of Pittsfield Veterans For Peace sharing about PCBs in the Housatonic River, teasing their upcoming Deep Dive event on environmental health and PCB remediation with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Chris Hedges.
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And So It Flows - February 24, 2026 - 'Nourished by Land and Water: Building Strong Community Farms'

February 24, 2026 • 59 mins
In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, sits with Margaret Moulton of Berkshire Grown to share how supporting local farms builds stronger communities. Leslie and Margaret discuss bringing people closer to fresh, local food and how a regional food system strengthens the region.
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