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TT088 - One in Three Wells: The Data Behind Massachusetts' Private Well Push
This episode welcomes back Dr. Amie Shei of The Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts, joined by Jenna Day of RCAP Solutions, to share what's happened since we first discussed their private well project in TT041. They explain how sampling hundreds of wells grew into a statewide coalition, a funded MassDEP study, and a bill that would require private well testing when a property is sold.
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24 Sept 2026
TT087 – Growing Kentucky's Water Workforce Through Apprenticeship (Part 2)
This week we continue talking with Heather Stevenson, the Director of Workforce Development for the Kentucky Rural Water Association. Last week, we discussed the development of Kentucky's rural water apprenticeship program. Here in Part 2, Heather, Steve, and Jennifer continue to discuss the current direction of the program, the use of VR as a training tool, the importance of on-the-job training, the necessity of building relationships in the water industry, and more.
Visit drinkingwaterpodcast.org (https://www.drinkingwaterpodcast.org/) to learn more and find the full show notes for this episode.
17 Sept 2026
TT086 – Growing Kentucky's Water Workforce Through Apprenticeship (Part 1)
This week for TT086, our guest is Heather Stevenson, the Director of Workforce Development for the Kentucky Rural Water Association. Kentucky is one of the 35 states that participates in the National Rural Water Association's apprenticeship program, and Heather has overseen the building of Kentucky's program and the development of many successful apprentice graduates since 2019. In Part 1 of our conversation with her, Heather, Steve, and Jennifer discuss the requirements and basics of KRWA's program, its history, the advantages it offers to the industry, success stories from graduates, and more.
Visit drinkingwaterpodcast.org (https://www.drinkingwaterpodcast.org/) to learn more and find the full show notes for this episode.
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