EP. 194: Today we're delving into the fascinating world of water with the renowned water sommelier, Martin Riese. With his infectious humor and profound insights, Martin guides us through the complexities of water, covering everything from the contents of our tap to what to look for at the grocery store. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion on what belongs in our water and what doesn't. Explore topics like TDS monitoring, the prevalence of microplastics, and even uncover the surprising medicinal properties of water. With a special water-tasting session and a look at the laws and innovations shaping our consumption, this episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the journey from faucet to glass.

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Show Links:

Bill Nye Saves the World: Season 3, Episode 2, Surviving in a World Without Water
Down To Earth with Zac Efron Season 1, Episode 2, France

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Topics Discussed:

06:54 - Meet Martin, the water sommelier
10:55 - Tap water in the US
15:39 - TDS Monitoring
18:26 - The pros and cons of reverse osmosis
20:02 - Microplastics
27:20 - Staying hydrated & the contents of our tap water
31:31- Water filters
36:23 - LifeStraw & emergency preparedness
38:36 - Finding the right water for you
42:17 - Types of bottled water
43:24 - What to look for when water shopping
48:30 - Water PH and alkaline water
53:43 - The value of water & gastrophysics
56:20 - Antipodes Water
1:00:30 - Dasani Water
1:02:46 - LAX Plastic Water Bottle Ban
1:05:10 - Boxed Water
1:06:38 - Kangen Water
1:15:58 - Vertex Water
1:18:52 - Ararat Water
1:19:54 - Gerolsteiner Water
1:21:16 - The medicinal history & properties of water
1:24:38 - Borjomi Water
1:26:23 - Pairing water with food
1:30:16 - Hydrogen water
1:37:46 - California law on recycled sewage water
1:40:38 - Desalination in Aruba
1:42:44 - The power of the consumer

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