The Big Thirst: Monday Aug. 19, 1-2 pm




WYPR: Midday with Dan Rodricks Podcast show

Summary: Americans take for granted that usable water is everywhere. But award-winning journalist Charles Fishman asserts that if we don’t use it smartly, sometime in the future we could be at risk of running out. Fishman explores our complex relationship with one of the earth’s most vital resources in The Big Thirst: The Secret Life and Turbulent Future of Water.