Episode
Short Stuff: Lake Erie's Rights
14:53
Published: Wed Sep 22 2021
Description
The good people of Toledo, OH are leading the environmental pack by giving legal rights to Lake Erie to fight off polluters. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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How to Money is a podcast aiming to help people make confident and informed decisions in the world of financial uncertainty.
00:00 - 01:03 (01:03)
Summary
How to Money is a podcast aiming to help people make confident and informed decisions in the world of financial uncertainty. Practical topics such as buying vs. renting and maximizing income potential are just a sample of what Josh and Chuck cover in their show.
EpisodeShort Stuff: Lake Erie's Rights
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The Global Alliance for the Rights of Nature advocates for legal recognition of nature and ecosystems as holders of rights, making it easier to get legal protection for harm done to these natural elements.
01:03 - 04:27 (03:24)
Summary
The Global Alliance for the Rights of Nature advocates for legal recognition of nature and ecosystems as holders of rights, making it easier to get legal protection for harm done to these natural elements. By granting rights to bodies of water or natural landmarks, like Lake Erie or the Amazon, these entities can be protected from environmental harm in court.
EpisodeShort Stuff: Lake Erie's Rights
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Two friends discussing practical topics related to personal finance and financial decisions, including buying versus renting, grocery shopping, increasing income, and managing financial anxiety.
04:27 - 08:44 (04:16)
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Two friends discussing practical topics related to personal finance and financial decisions, including buying versus renting, grocery shopping, increasing income, and managing financial anxiety. Also includes a brief mention of the water crisis in Toledo and a tribute to a local hero.
EpisodeShort Stuff: Lake Erie's Rights
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After the city passed a "Lake Erie Bill of Rights" to combat the issue of toxic water, an agricultural company filed a lawsuit against the city, claiming that the law was detrimental to their business.
08:44 - 13:10 (04:26)
Summary
After the city passed a "Lake Erie Bill of Rights" to combat the issue of toxic water, an agricultural company filed a lawsuit against the city, claiming that the law was detrimental to their business. Residents of Toledo, including Markie Miller, fought for answers and justice during town hall meetings while Judge Jack Zuhari expressed disapproval of the legal battle.
EpisodeShort Stuff: Lake Erie's Rights
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Rights of nature movements are growing in popularity, with various states and countries adopting the idea, including Hawaii, Florida, and Washington State.
13:10 - 14:44 (01:33)
Summary
Rights of nature movements are growing in popularity, with various states and countries adopting the idea, including Hawaii, Florida, and Washington State. It represents a shift in how we define "winning" and is an important step towards recognizing the importance of protecting the environment.