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Oct 2021
55m 54s

Are Dams Cute… Or Not So Cute? with Prof...

Sony Music Entertainment / Jonathan Van Ness
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Dams, what’s their story? Are they scenic sites? Harmful structures? This week, Professor Heather Randell and Jonathan go on a journey through dam history, ecology, and sociology. Listen in to learn about why dams are built; who they serve; and how they can cause displacement, change river ecology, and contribute to climate change. Heather Randell is an Ass ... Show More
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