Lake Doctor | A Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams Podcast
Welcome to Lake Doctor: A Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams Podcast, your go-to source for understanding and preserving the health of our local lakes. Join hosts Dr. Nate Bosch, an expert in limnology, and Suzie Light, a lifelong resident and passionate advocate for our aquatic environments, as they dive deep into the challenges facing Kosciusko County's lakes.
Dr. Nate Bosch grew up in Michigan and received his doctorate in 2007 from the University of Michigan in limnology. With 18 peer-reviewed publications spanning research from the Great Lakes to smaller inland lakes and streams, Nate has been awarded the prestigious Chandler Misner Award twice by the International Association of Great Lakes Research. At Grace College, Nate is a professor in the environmental science program, dean of the School of Science and Engineering, and leads the Lilly Center team, serving the local community with dedication and expertise.
Each episode tackles these critical issues head-on, featuring insightful interviews with our partners, engaging Q&A sessions, and fun segments for the science enthusiasts among us. You'll get a behind-the-scenes look at the impactful research and education efforts spearheaded by the Lilly Center and discover how we can all contribute to safeguarding our precious freshwater ecosystems.
Tune in bi-monthly starting June 2024, and join the conversation by leaving comments or emailing us at lakes@grace.eduwith your questions and ideas. Supported by the K21 Health Foundation, Rick and April Sasso, and DreamOn Studios, this podcast aims to inspire and inform the next generation of water-literate citizens and environmental stewards. Learn more about our work and how to support us at lakes.grace.edu.
Lake Doctor | A Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams Podcast
Latest Episodes
Building Near A Lake: Matt Sandy Explains What Property Owners Should Know
In this episode of The Lake Doctor Podcast, Suzie Light and Dr. Nate Bosch sit down with Matt Sandy, Director of the Kosciusko County Planning Department. With nearly three decades of experience in local planning, Matt explains the delicate bal...
The Original Lake Doctor: Dr. John Korstad on Limnology & Mentorship
In this episode of The Lake Doctor Podcast, Suzie Light and Dr. Nate Bosch welcome Dr. John Korstad, retired limnology professor from Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies and Nate’s first limnology teacher. John shares how a chance summe...
What is NRCS? Chad Schotter Helps Landowners with Soil, Water, and Wildlife
In this episode of The Lake Doctor Podcast, Suzie Light and Dr. Nate Bosch welcome Chad Schotter, District Conservationist with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Kosciusko County. Chad explains how his agency partner...
Is Industrial Wastewater Safe for Lakes and Streams? Jodi Wray Explains NPDES Permits
In this episode of the Lake Doctor podcast, Suzie Light and Dr. Nate Bosch welcome Jodi Wray, Technical Environmental Specialist at the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM). A Grace College graduate who spent four years working...
Forever Chemicals in Farm Ponds: Dr. Ty Hoskins Studies PFAS in Fish Populations
In this episode of the Lake Doctor podcast, Suzie Light and Dr. Nate Bosch talk with Dr. Ty Hoskins, Research Assistant Professor at Purdue University’s Department of Forestry and Natural Resources. Ty breaks down PFAS—per- and polyfluoroalkyl ...