Open Space Radio: Parks and Recreation Trends
By National Recreation and Park Association
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Episodes: 191
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Open Space Radio covers trends in parks and recreation, shares news from the field, and interviews park and recreation professionals making a difference in their communities. Open Space Radio is the official podcast of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) — Because everyone deserves a great park.
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Creating a World Where Humanity Stands Out — Episode 153
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Apr 09, 2024 |
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Creating Space for Belonging in Juneau, Alaska — Episode 152
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Mar 12, 2024 |
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Having Fun and Doing the Right Thing in San Antonio — Episode 151
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Feb 13, 2024 |
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Make an Impact by Leading with a Mentoring Mindset — Episode 150
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Jan 23, 2024 |
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Imposter Syndrome Is Real — Episode 149
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Jan 09, 2024 |
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Building Belonging: Neurodivergent Perspectives in Parks and Recreation (Part I) — Episode 148
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Dec 05, 2023 |
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We’re Stronger Together — Episode 147
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Nov 21, 2023 |
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Entering the Next Era of Open Space Radio — Episode 146
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Nov 07, 2023 |
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Preparing the Next Generation of Diverse Leaders in Parks and Recreation — Episode 145
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Oct 24, 2023 |
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How to Protect What We Love (People and the Planet) — Episode 144
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Oct 10, 2023 |
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Paving the Way for Girls and Women in Sports with DiDi Haračić — Episode 143
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Sep 26, 2023 |
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A Listen Back at 2023 So Far — Episode 142
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Sep 12, 2023 |
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How Las Vegas Is Leading the Way in Technology and Recreation — Episode 141
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Aug 29, 2023 |
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Advancing Resilient Park Access in Lynnwood, Washington — Episode 140
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Aug 08, 2023 |
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Where Community Grows in Columbus, Ohio — Episode 139
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Jul 11, 2023 |
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Where Community Grows in Glenwood Springs, Colorado — July Bonus Episode
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Jun 22, 2023 |
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Celebrating Pride Month in Parks and Recreation — Episode 138
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Jun 13, 2023 |
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How the NRPA Young Professional Network Is Amplifying the Voices of the Next Generation — Episode 137
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May 30, 2023 |
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Prioritizing the Health and Well-Being of Our Military Communities — June Bonus Episode
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May 25, 2023 |
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Celebrating How Parks and Recreation Keeps Communities Healthy and Connected — Episode 136
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May 16, 2023 |
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A Doomscroll Break: Parks and Recreation on Social Media — Episode 135
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May 02, 2023 |
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How to Build a Culture of Safety — May Bonus Episode
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Apr 27, 2023 |
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Celebrating Earth Month with Merrell and Marion, Iowa — Episode 134
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Apr 18, 2023 |
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Reflecting on Earth Month: A Look Back at Sustainability and Climate-Focused Episodes — Episode 133
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Apr 04, 2023 |
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On a Cross-Country Mission to Advocate for Trans Rights — Episode 132
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Mar 21, 2023 |
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Continuing a Legacy of Service to Create a Better World — Episode 131
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Mar 07, 2023 |
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How Lifeguarding Provided a Foundation for a First Responder — March Bonus Episode
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Feb 23, 2023 |
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Advancing Physical Activity and Health Equity Through Active Parks! — Episode 130
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Feb 21, 2023 |
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On a Journey to Spread Good Vibes and the Healing Power of Nature — Episode 129
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Feb 14, 2023 |
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CAPRA Volunteers: Together We Grow Parks and Recreation — Episode 128
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Feb 07, 2023 |
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Parks and Recreation Workforce Development Trends and Opportunities — February Bonus Episode
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Jan 26, 2023 |
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Honoring National Day of Racial Healing — Episode 127
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Jan 17, 2023 |
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An Inside Look at Revenue Development and Management School — Episode 126
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Jan 10, 2023 |
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RWJF-NRPA Award for Health Equity Celebrates Seven Years of Success — January Bonus Episode
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Dec 22, 2022 |
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Enhancing Resilient Park Access in Toledo, Ohio — Episode 125
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Dec 13, 2022 |
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Increasing Access to Nature in The Motor City — Episode 124
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Nov 29, 2022 |
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The State of Inclusivity in the Outdoors — Episode 123
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Nov 22, 2022 |
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Creating a More Sustainable, Eco-Friendly World – Episode 122
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Nov 15, 2022 |
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Introducing NRPA’s Equity in Practice Program – October Bonus Episode
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Sep 29, 2022 |
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in Parks and Rec — Episode 121
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Sep 20, 2022 |
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On the Pulse of Innovation, Inclusion and Next Practices — Episode 120
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Sep 14, 2022 |
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Creating a Safe Space for Youth and Teens — Episode 119
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Sep 06, 2022 |
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Providing Opportunities for Those Who Think Differently — September Bonus Episode
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Aug 18, 2022 |
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On a Mission to Make Aquatics More Equitable — Episode 118
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Aug 16, 2022 |
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How Parks and Recreation Can Support People Experiencing Homelessness – August Bonus Episode
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Jul 21, 2022 |
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Celebrating Latino Conservation Week — Episode 117
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Jul 19, 2022 |
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How to Rise Up for Parks and Recreation This July — Episode 116
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Jul 05, 2022 |
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Paving the Way for Gender Equity in Youth Sports – Episode 115
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Jun 21, 2022 |
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How Phoenix Is Honoring the Life of Lori Piestewa — July Bonus Episode
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Jun 16, 2022 |
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How Mentoring Supports Youth Impacted by the Opioid Epidemic – Episode 114
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Jun 07, 2022 |
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West Lafayette’s Mission to Make Wellness More Inclusive – June Bonus Episode
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May 19, 2022 |
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Coffee Talk Replay: How Inclusive Recreation Helps Ignacio Gallegos Find Purpose in Life — Episode 113
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May 10, 2022 |
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Making Water Safety More Inclusive in Prince George’s County, Maryland — May Bonus Episode
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Apr 21, 2022 |
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How Parks Play a Role in Tree Equity — Episode 112
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Apr 12, 2022 |
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Celebrating Women in Parks and Recreation — Episode 111
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Mar 29, 2022 |
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Celebrating Earth Day with Parks and Recreation — April Bonus Episode
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Mar 17, 2022 |
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Morale, Welfare and Recreation: Serving Those Who Serve — Episode 110
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Mar 15, 2022 |
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Building Community Through Access to Skateparks — Episode 109
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Mar 01, 2022 |
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Advancing Access to Mountain Biking in Bristol — March Bonus Episode
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Feb 17, 2022 |
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Coffee Talk Replay: Breaking Down Barriers to Outdoor Recreation — Episode 108
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Feb 01, 2022 |
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Celebrating Parks & Recreation’s 30 Under 30 — February Bonus Episode
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Jan 20, 2022 |
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Shaping the Future With Next Practices in Parks and Recreation — Episode 107
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Jan 18, 2022 |
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Harnessing Our Power to Create Space and Positive Change — Episode 106
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Jan 04, 2022 |
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The Year in Review: A Listen Back at Your Favorite Episodes of 2021 — Episode 105
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Dec 21, 2021 |
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The Park and Recreation Movement in Mexico and Beyond — Episode 104
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Dec 07, 2021 |
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How Unlikely Hikers Is Creating Community and Belonging Outside — Episode 103
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Nov 23, 2021 |
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Inspiring Others to Experience the Fullness of Their Humanity — Episode 102
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Nov 09, 2021 |
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Coffee Talk Replay: Continuing to Center Equity in All We Do — Episode 101
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Oct 26, 2021 |
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Out-of-School Time Programs: Essential for Health and Well-Being — Episode 100
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Oct 12, 2021 |
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On a Mission to End Playspace Inequity for Good — Episode 099
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Sep 28, 2021 |
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Leaving a Lasting Legacy in The Big Apple Through a Culture of Care — Episode 098
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Sep 14, 2021 |
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Don’t Miss Coffee Talks at the 2021 NRPA Annual Conference — Bonus Episode
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Aug 24, 2021 |
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Our Park and Recreation Community Poem: Everything Around You… — Episode 097
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Aug 10, 2021 |
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A Podcast for Any Chapter in Your Parks and Rec Journey — Episode 096
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Jul 27, 2021 |
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Enhancing Stewardship and Access to the Tennessee River — August Bonus Episode
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Jul 15, 2021 |
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The Genesis Project: How a Mother Is Keeping Her Son’s Spirit Alive — Episode 095
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Jul 13, 2021 |
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Fostering an LGBTQ+ Inclusive Environment in Parks and Recreation — Episode 094
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Jun 29, 2021 |
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Our Park and Recreation Story: How One Family Finds Peace in Parks — July Bonus Episode
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Jun 17, 2021 |
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Why the Essence of Equity-Centered Work Is Organizational Change — Episode 093
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Jun 15, 2021 |
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Creating a Culture of Transgender Inclusion in Sports — Episode 092
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Jun 01, 2021 |
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Caring for the Mental Well-Being of Our Staff and Communities — June Bonus Episode
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May 20, 2021 |
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It’s Not Goodbye, It’s See Ya Later! — Episode 091
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May 18, 2021 |
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Coffee Talk Replay: Preparing for the Impacts of Climate Change — Episode 090
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May 04, 2021 |
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Addressing Issues at the Intersection of Climate and Health — Episode 089
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Apr 20, 2021 |
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Equity-Centered Planning Is About More Than Just Metrics — May Bonus Episode
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Apr 15, 2021 |
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What Inclusion and Accessibility Means to a Special Olympian — Episode 088
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Apr 06, 2021 |
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From Experiencing Homelessness to Becoming a Community Leader — Episode 087
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Mar 23, 2021 |
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The Importance of Amplifying Contemporary Indigenous Voices — April Bonus Episode
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Mar 18, 2021 |
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One Year Later: COVID-19 and Parks and Recreation — Episode 086
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Mar 09, 2021 |
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Creating a Space for Women in Parks and Recreation — Episode 085
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Feb 23, 2021 |
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Building ‘An Equal Future’ with TEDxCollegePark — March Bonus Episode
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Feb 18, 2021 |
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Creating Opportunities for Underserved Youth in Louisville — Episode 084
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Feb 09, 2021 |
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Coffee Talk Replay: Park Equity and Racial Justice — Episode 083
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Jan 26, 2021 |
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Celebrating Parks and Recreation’s Inaugural 30 Under 30 — February Bonus Episode
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Jan 21, 2021 |
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How a Group of Teens Is Bringing a Skatepark To Their Community — Episode 082
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Jan 12, 2021 |
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2020 Reflections and Looking Ahead to 2021 — Episode 081
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Dec 29, 2020 |
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Emerging Trends in Parks and Recreation — January Bonus Episode
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Dec 17, 2020 |
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How Farmers Markets Benefit the Whole Community — Episode 80
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Dec 15, 2020 |
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How Every Kid Outdoors is Increasing Access to Parks — Episode 079
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Dec 01, 2020 |
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How Biodiversity Creates Healthy Communities – December Bonus Episode
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Nov 19, 2020 |
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Community Healing in the Wake of Trauma — Episode 078
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Nov 17, 2020 |
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How to Make Your Voice Heard on Election Day and Beyond — Episode 077
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Nov 03, 2020 |
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Park and Rec Planning in a New Era with David Barth — November Bonus Episode
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Oct 29, 2020 |
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How to Center Equity in All That We Do — Episode 076
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Oct 20, 2020 |
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How Action Sports Can Build More Equitable Communities — Episode 075
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Oct 06, 2020 |
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Why Conversations About Racial Equity Matter for Parks and Recreation — October Bonus Episode
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Sep 24, 2020 |
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The Great American Outdoors Act is Law, Part II – Episode 074
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Sep 22, 2020 |
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The Great American Outdoors Act Is Law, Part I — Episode 073
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Sep 08, 2020 |
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Celebrating Three Years of Open Space Radio — Episode 072
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Aug 25, 2020 |
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How to Embrace Change and Lead During Challenging Times — September Bonus Episode
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Aug 20, 2020 |
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How a BioBlitz Can Help Your Conservation Efforts — Episode 071
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Aug 11, 2020 |
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Looking Forward: NRPA’s Strategic Plan with Kristine Stratton — Episode 070
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Jul 28, 2020 |
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Building Better Communities Through Water and Nature-Based Play — August Bonus Episode
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Jul 23, 2020 |
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Breaking Down Barriers with Abundant Life Adventure Club — Episode 069
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Jul 14, 2020 |
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How Are You Safely and Creatively Engaging Your Community This Summer? — Episode 068
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Jun 30, 2020 |
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How We’re Celebrating YOU This July — July Bonus Episode
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Jun 25, 2020 |
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Addressing the Stigma Associated with Substance Use Disorder — Episode 067
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Jun 16, 2020 |
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#PodcastBlackout — Black Lives Matter
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Jun 03, 2020 |
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Supporting People Experiencing Homelessness in L.A. During COVID-19 — June Bonus Episode
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May 21, 2020 |
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Why We’re Celebrating Park and Recreation Professionals This July — Episode 066
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May 19, 2020 |
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Parks and Recreation’s Next Generation — Episode 065
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May 05, 2020 |
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The Importance of Collaboration During COVID-19 — May Bonus Episode
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Apr 23, 2020 |
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Safely Celebrate Earth Day with Parks and Recreation — Episode 064
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Apr 21, 2020 |
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Celebrating 150 Years of Golden Gate Park, Virtually — Episode 063
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Apr 07, 2020 |
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How Parks Can Ensure Fireflies Continue to Shine Bright — April Bonus Episode
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Mar 26, 2020 |
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The Importance of Mentoring in Parks and Recreation — Episode 062
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Mar 24, 2020 |
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How Park and Recreation Leaders are Addressing Coronavirus — Episode 61
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Mar 10, 2020 |
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A Blueprint for Social Equity and Economic Prosperity — March Bonus Episode
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Feb 27, 2020 |
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Cultivating a New Generation of Diverse Environmental Leaders — Episode 060
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Feb 25, 2020 |
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How Park and Recreation Professionals Are Agents of Change — Episode 059
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Feb 10, 2020 |
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Turning Impossible Situations into Opportunities — Episode 058
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Jan 28, 2020 |
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What Does It Take to Be a Courageous Leader? — February Bonus Episode
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Jan 23, 2020 |
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The Future of Adaptive Programming — Episode 057
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Jan 14, 2020 |
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Roxanne and Cort’s New Year’s Resolutions — Episode 056
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Dec 31, 2019 |
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Diving Deeper Into the 2020 Park and Rec Trends — January Bonus Episode
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Dec 26, 2019 |
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Wow Your Community with an Epic Fireworks Display — Episode 055
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Dec 17, 2019 |
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What Is Your Park and Recreation Life Hack? — Episode 054
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Dec 03, 2019 |
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Serving Our Nation's Capital: A Chat with DCDPR's Delano Hunter — Episode 053
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Nov 19, 2019 |
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Don’t Wait! Take the Jump in Your Career Now! — Episode 052
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Nov 05, 2019 |
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Providing Outdoor Recreation in the Big City - Episode 051
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Oct 22, 2019 |
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What Advice Would You Give Your Younger Self? — Episode 50
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Oct 08, 2019 |
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Welcome to Baltimore! — Episode 049
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Sep 20, 2019 |
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Digital Marketing: It’s All About the Data — Episode 048
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Sep 10, 2019 |
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Programming for the Young and Young-at-Heart — Episode 047
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Aug 29, 2019 |
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eSports at the Rec Center? — Episode 046
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Aug 12, 2019 |
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Tips for Advancing in the Field of Parks and Recreation — Episode 045
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Aug 05, 2019 |
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What’s Your Funniest Moment on the Job? — Episode 044
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Jul 15, 2019 |
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Game On for Park and Recreation Month with SaulPaul — Episode 043
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Jul 01, 2019 |
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No Butts About Cleaning up Cigarette Litter in Tennessee — Episode 042
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Jun 24, 2019 |
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LGBTQ+ Inclusion and Finding Community in Parks and Recreation — Episode 041
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Jun 10, 2019 |
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How Accessibility Is Impacting Fitness Trends — Episode 040
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Jun 03, 2019 |
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Answering Your Marketing and Communications Questions (And Whether or Not YOU Should Have a Podcast) — Episode 039
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May 20, 2019 |
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A Farewell Interview with Barbara Tulipane and How Parks Will Save the World — Episode 038
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May 01, 2019 |
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Turning "Ugh, Another Meeting?" into "Yay, Another Meeting!" — Episode 037
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Apr 15, 2019 |
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Community-Minded Design with Todd Lehman — Episode 036
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Mar 25, 2019 |
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A Park and Rec Program Created 500,000 Healthier Youth — Episode 035
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Mar 18, 2019 |
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Is This the End of Recycling? — Episode 034
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Feb 25, 2019 |
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Lifeguard Shortage? What Lifeguard Shortage? — Episode 033
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Feb 11, 2019 |
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How One Man (And His Family) Changed the Culture of a Community — Episode 032
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Jan 28, 2019 |
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Park Development Means Economic Development — Episode 031
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Jan 07, 2019 |
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Help! We're Losing Our Parks! — Episode 030
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Dec 21, 2018 |
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What Are Your Park and Rec Pet Peeves? — Episode 029
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Nov 06, 2018 |
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Does Our Built Environment Impact Our Health Behaviors? — Episode 028
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Oct 22, 2018 |
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What Does It Take to Raise the Bar in Parks and Rec? — Episode 27
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Oct 02, 2018 |
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Universal Recreation: Meh or Magnificent? — Episode 026
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Sep 18, 2018 |
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Celebrating Our 25th Episode: Why We Love Park & Rec Pros — Episode 025
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Sep 04, 2018 |
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How Risk Play Can Benefit Kids — Episode 024
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Aug 20, 2018 |
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Parks and Rec Brings the Fun — Episode 023
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Jul 31, 2018 |
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Celebrating "A Lifetime of Discovery!" — Episode 022
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Jun 29, 2018 |
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How Parks and Rec Served Over 85 Million Meals — Episode 021
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Jun 05, 2018 |
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Parks and Rec is Transforming the Lives of Older Adults (and Vice Versa) — Episode 020
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May 28, 2018 |
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The Great NRPA Owl Rescue — Episode 019
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May 07, 2018 |
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What Do Dream Parks Look Like to Kids? — Episode 018
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Apr 09, 2018 |
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Parks and Recreation in a Digital World — Episode 017
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Feb 26, 2018 |
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How to Improve Your Cardiovascular Health and #MoveWithHeart — Episode 016
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Feb 05, 2018 |
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How the Rise of Technology Could Help Us Reclaim Our Paradise — Episode 015
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Jan 22, 2018 |
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Why Everyone in San Francisco Lives Within a 10-Minute Walk to a Park — Episode 014
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Jan 09, 2018 |
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Mayor Hillary Schieve on Why Parks and Recreation is Vital to a Thriving Reno — Episode 013
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Dec 27, 2017 |
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9 Minutes with 9-Year-Old Kedar on How to Save Pollinators — Episode 012
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Dec 11, 2017 |
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5 Healthy Out-of-School Time Myths Busted — Episode 011
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Nov 27, 2017 |
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Why 3 National Orgs Came Together to Promote Proximity to Parks — Episode 010
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Nov 13, 2017 |
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Are You Annoying? And Other Fun Tidbits to Have Conversations that Matter: Interview with Jessica Pettitt — Episode 009
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Oct 30, 2017 |
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Drones in Parks: Part 3. Opportunities, Innovative Uses and the Future — Episode 008
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Oct 17, 2017 |
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Drones in Parks: Part 2. To Fly or Not to Fly: How Park Managers Manage Drones — Episode 007
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Oct 02, 2017 |
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Drones in Parks: Part 1. Policy, Drone Zones and Resources for Land Managers — Episode 006
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Sep 18, 2017 |
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Harvey and How We Can Help — Episode 005
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Sep 01, 2017 |
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How Cities and Local Parks are Celebrating the American Solar Eclipse — Episode 004
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Aug 20, 2017 |
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Americans Are Staying Put and It’s Affecting All of Us — Episode 003
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Aug 15, 2017 |
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Hot Topics: Pokémon Go is Back in the News, Recreation Fees and Cool Streets — Episode 002
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Aug 07, 2017 |
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Why the World’s First Ultra-Accessible Waterpark is the Coolest - Episode 001
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Jul 31, 2017 |
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Intro to Open Space Radio - Episode 000
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Jul 31, 2017 |