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Lake Superior Podcast

Walt Lindala, Frida Waara

Booking Overview

This is a regional environmental and public-history interview show focused on Lake Superior, its national parks, conservation efforts, science, and surrounding communities; recent guests include researchers, educators, nonprofit leaders, and local history advocates. Agencies could credibly pitch environmental scientists, conservation professionals, park and museum leaders, historians, educators, and experts connected to Great Lakes issues; booking difficulty is likely low because the show regularly features accessible regional professionals rather than high-profile celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 87

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 47 subscribers

Instagram: 3.9k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

podcast@nplsf.org

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Host

Walt Lindala - Co-host of the Lake Superior Podcast, interviewing researchers, conservation professionals, educators, and community leaders about Lake Superior and its surrounding national parks.

Frida Waara - Co-host of the Lake Superior Podcast, covering the people, places, science, history, and conservation projects connected to Lake Superior and its national parks.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Subject-matter expertise or direct leadership in Great Lakes science, environmental conservation, national parks, wildlife, regional history, museums, education, or community projects. Guests are typically researchers, nonprofit or institutional leaders, educators, and knowledgeable local advocates.
Required Achievements:  
Leading or contributing to regional conservation or scientific research, Directing a relevant nonprofit, museum, institute, or community project, Conducting fieldwork or academic research related to Lake Superior and its surrounding region, Developing public education, citizen-science, or historical preservation initiatives

Recent Guest Discussions

Shawn Sitar - Lake Superior Lake Trout Health, Siscowet Fisheries, Deep-water Research, Fish Populations, Biodiversity, And Long-term Fisheries Monitoring.

Vada Riederich - The Legacy Of Labor Leader Anna “big Annie” Clemenc, The 1913–14 Copper Country Strike, Community Fundraising, Public Monuments, And Regional Labor History.

Timothy Scarlett - Abandoned Copper Mines, Archaeological Research, Historic Records, Underground Landscapes, Public Safety, And Potential Future Uses Of Former Mining Sites.

Karen Bacula - Citizen Science, Wilderness Education, Moosewatch Fieldwork, The Isle Royale Wolf-moose Study, And Learning In Remote National Park Environments.

Ed Hahn - Bald Eagle Recovery, Conservation Education, Eagle Biology, Public Engagement, And The Role Of Ambassador Birds In Teaching Visitors.

Recent Topics

Environment, Conservation, Lake Superior, National Parks, Wildlife

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Lake Superior Podcast
:

S8 E2: Exploring Lake Superior’s Deepest Waters: The Mystery of the “Zombie Fish” — with Shawn Sitar

September 30, 2026

More than 1,300 feet below the surface of Lake Superior, scientists are investigating a fisheries mystery: siscowet lake trout that should be fat and robust are turning up strikingly thin. Researchers call them “zombie fish,” but the real story is less sensational—and still unresolved. In this episode of the Lake Superior Podcast, Walt Lindala and Frida Waara talk with returning guest Shawn Sitar, a Michigan DNR fisheries research biologist and science officer aboard the RV Lake Char, about w...

S8 E1: Carrying Big Annie Clemenc’s Story Forward: From the 1913 Copper Strike to Calumet’s New Statue — with Vada Riederich

September 16, 2026

More than a century after the 1913–14 Copper Country Strike, one of its most prominent leaders now has a permanent place in downtown Calumet, Michigan. Anna Klobuchar Clemenc, better known as “Big Annie,” was born in Calumet to Slovenian immigrant parents and became a leader in the strike, founding and serving as president of the Women’s Auxiliary No. 15 of the Western Federation of Miners. In this episode of the Lake Superior Podcast, Walt Lindala and Frida Waara talk with Team Big Annie cha...

S7 E12: A New Life for Abandoned Mines: Energy, History and Innovation — with Timothy Scarlett

August 05, 2026

For generations, the mines of Michigan's Copper Country have been woven into the history of the Lake Superior region. While many of those mines closed decades ago, their stories — and the underground landscapes they created — continue to leave their mark on the communities above them. Today, researchers are combining archaeology, historic records, and emerging technologies to better understand the region's mining history, improve public safety, and explore how these underground land...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Lake Superior Podcast
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How do I get in touch with Lake Superior Podcast?

Lake Superior Podcast is hosted by Walt Lindala and Frida Waara. Its publicly listed email is podcast@nplsf.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Lake Superior Podcast?

The publicly listed email for Lake Superior Podcast: podcast@nplsf.org.

How many listeners does Lake Superior Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates Lake Superior Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Lake Superior Podcast?

Lake Superior Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Subject-matter expertise or direct leadership in Great Lakes science, environmental conservation, national parks, wildlife, regional history, museums, education, or community projects. Guests are typically researchers, nonprofit or institutional leaders, educators, and knowledgeable local advocates. Common among recent guests: Leading or contributing to regional conservation or scientific research; Directing a relevant nonprofit, museum, institute, or community project; Conducting fieldwork or academic research related to Lake Superior and its surrounding region. Recent guests include Shawn Sitar, Vada Riederich, and Timothy Scarlett.

How hard is it to get booked on Lake Superior Podcast?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Lake Superior Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Environment, Conservation, Lake Superior, National Parks, and Wildlife. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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