Green Rapids Podcast

Reindigenize and Reimagine with Stacy Stout

Take a hike with Erica as she reconnects with the nature of why many of us are doing this work, including Stacy Stout the President and CEO of Blandford Nature Center. In this interview they uncover the deeply rooted love for the outdoors they both share and how it's shaped the direction of their lives and careers. Learn more about Blandford Nature Center is more than a place to learn but a place to understand ourselves through a connection to nature while furthering access for all!

The River thats Rapidly Changing

Ride along with Erica for another Rapid River update! She is bringing you the latest on all things happening locally here in Grand Rapids, from the commission seat changes to flooding happening across the state. As things seem to shift daily in politics and the environment, now is the time for collective action, accountability, emergency preparedness and a whole lot of hope. Doing our best not to drown in updates, rather use our community support as a raft to safety in these rising waters. A reminder that staying connected means staying safe!

Land of the Fuel, Home of the Brakes - How True Freedom Exists in Europe with Marco Allegretti

Erica takes a (pedestrian friendly) walk along memory lane with Marco Allegretti, a Wayne State University Grad Student who's in the Masters Program for Public Administration focusing on urban planning and community development. They talk about their trip to two beautiful and sustainable cities in Europe; Paris and Barcelona! These two cities are leading their communities to longer and higher quality lives while getting their residents moving in style. Jump aboard the conversation as they compare the 40 square miles of each city and how the investments our governments make, can change the world!

Flowing into SZN Four

The tide is high but I'm holdin' on! Green Rapids is back and szn four is bringing you even more! Erica kicks us off with Rapid River updates from local and international news, ways you can stay connected in your community and as always, keepin' it real. Catch a wave along Green Rapids for a season you won't want to miss!

The Last Goodbye; a Szn 3 Farewell

Nancy and Erica sunset szn 3 of Green Rapids Podcast by commemorating their favorite interviews of 2025. They talk about how they ebb and flow through organizing in this heightened political climate and how that has shifted their work and priorities. Tune in with us to sip the tea for the last time, until next time!