Water Celebration

01/20/2025

Blue Space Renewal in the Heart of the Berkshires

💧 What does it take to rejuvenate iconic water spots like the Housatonic River or Springside Park? Join And So It Flows host Leslie Gabriel as he interviews James McGrath, “The Pittsfield Parks Guy,” about how restoring these cherished spaces impacts the Berkshires community.

🎧 Listen now: https://and-so-it-flows.castos.com/episodes/and-so-it-flows-january-7-2025-blue-space-renewal-in-the-berkshires

💧 'And So It Flows' combines water music, news, culture, and deep talk to bring water outside the cup.

📻 Catch us Tuesdays at 2 PM on WTBR 89.7 FM or stream onA pple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Youtube Music and many more podcast platforms.

In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, interviews James McGrath, who calls himself “The Pittsfield Parks Guy” discusses how sprucing up local water spots like Springside Park, Lake Onota, the Housatonic River and the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail and its impacts on the...

01/20/2025

We celebrate because it's the ultimate life-giver 💧💦 Without it, we'd be shriveled up like a raisin 🍇 So let's raise a glass (of water) to the unsung hero of hydration!



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Water Celebration 'And So It Flows' OneWater Project

Discover 10 compelling reasons to celebrate water! Explore its vital role in our lives, health, and the environment. Join the movement for water celebration.

01/18/2025

Since the very first lockdowns of 2020, those plastic-based face coverings have also been a water pollution disaster in the making. SIngle-use masks were the mascots of the pandemic, lockdown generation. And now the masks are one of the biggest water pollution issues of our time.

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Uncover the alarming effects of pandemic masking on water pollution. Take action to combat this growing environmental issue.

01/16/2025

"Water Media That Moves Minds 🌍💧"

Media has the power to transform how we see water. 🌊 Join Leslie Gabriel on And So It Flows as he dives into the value of intentional water media—connecting education, mindfulness, and action to protect water for generations to come. Let’s elevate water consciousness together!

🎧 Listen now: https://and-so-it-flows.castos.com/episodes/and-so-it-flows-november-19-2024-the-value-of-intentional-water-media

💧 And So It Flows combines water music, news, and culture to bring water outside the cup. Tune in Tuesdays at 2 PM on WTBR 89.7 FM, or listen via Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, YouTube Music, and more!

In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, advocates for intentional water media to deeply understand water’s cultural significance and its role in sustaining life. Leslie says water consciousness includes education, mindfulness and action to protect water for future generat...

01/15/2025

Dive into the Depths of Courage: Search and Rescue Stories

🏞️💦 When water emergencies strike, the Berkshire County Search and Rescue Dive Team answers the call. On And So It Flows, Leslie Gabriel talks with Lt. Colonel Thomas Grady about their heroic missions and what it takes to save lives underwater.

🎧 Listen now: https://and-so-it-flows.castos.com/episodes/and-so-it-flows-december-17-2024-depths-of-courage-the-underwater-world-of-search-and-rescue-d

🌊 And So It Flows brings you water music, culture, and in-depth conversations. Catch us Tuesdays at 2 PM on WTBR 89.7 FM or stream on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, YouTube Music, and more!

In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, interviews Lt Colonel Thomas Grady, leader of Berkshire County Search and Rescue Dive Team. Lt Colonel Grady and Leslie discuss the inner workings of the dive team and how they respond to water-related emergencies throughout the region.

01/14/2025

"My Odyssey Through Led Me to a Deeper Connection with Cold Plunges.

Embrace the Cold – Unlock Your Well-Being With Michael Christoforo

❄️ Could a plunge into icy transform your mind, body, and spirit? On And So It Flows, Leslie Gabriel dives into cold water therapy with Michael Christoforo, a Wim Hof-trained well-being coach. Discover how cold plunges can spark profound changes in your mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health.

🎧 Listen now: https://and-so-it-flows.castos.com/episodes/and-so-it-flows-november-5-2024-plunge-into-cold-water-with-michael-christoforo

💧 'And So It Flows' combines water music, water news, water culture, and deep water talk to bring water outside the cup.

📻 Tune in Tuesdays at 2 PM on WTBR 89.7 FM or stream on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and more.
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In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, dives into cold water plunges with Michael Christoforo, a Wim Hof trained well being coach. Michael and Leslie discuss how the practice of cold water therapy and how it improves your mental, physical, emotional and spiritual well-being.

01/13/2025

How My Journey with Led Me to A New Fight For H2O ...

The Fight for Water in Housatonic Village, Great Barrington, MA

🌍💦 Leslie Gabriel & Heather Bellow dive deep into the Housatonic Water Works saga, exposing the battle between Great Barrington & its private water utility. 🏘️ Don’t miss this critical conversation.

🎧 Listen now: https://and-so-it-flows.castos.com/episodes/and-so-it-flows-november-12-2024-eagle-water-beat-with-heather-bellow

🌊 And So It Flows merges water music, news & culture for a unique listening experience. Tune in Tuesdays at 2 PM on WTBR 89.7 FM or stream via Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, YouTube Music, and more.

In this episode, Leslie Gabriel, our host and H2O Ambassador, talks about water news with Heather Bellow, Berkshire Eagle’s water reporter. Heather and Leslie dive deeply into the Housatonic Water Works saga that is pitting the Town of Great Barrington, MA against the private local water utili...

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas. Happy Chanukah.

And remember, Jesus is a warrior.

Keep the holiday spirit flowing. 💦