The Nature of Nantucket
Join hosts Dr. Rich Blundell and Joanna Roche on "The Nature of Nantucket," The Maria Mitchell Association’s new podcast. They will focus on the history of Maria, the natural world of Nantucket and the dark skies above us. Learn from the talented staff, experts, and special guests who will share their stories and wisdom.
The Nature of Nantucket
Maria Mitchell Assoc – The Nature of Nantucket – RJ Turcotte - PFAS
This week on the podcast, host Joanna Roche of the Maria Mitchell Association continues her conversation with RJ Turcotte, Nantucket’s Water Keeper, exploring the science behind PFAS contamination and its local implications. RJ explains what PFAS are, how they differ from microplastics, and why both pose significant challenges to Nantucket’s delicate marine and freshwater ecosystems. Together, they examine current research, sources of pollution, and what’s being done to protect the island’s environment for future generations.
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