Welcome
Discover Fascinating Stories From The Columbia River Basin
Welcome to the Headwaters, a new podcast that showcases the creative people, spectacular places, unique issues, and innovative thinking that flows from the Columbia River Basin, one of North America’s most compelling landscapes, full of resilient mountain communities connected by a powerful river system.
From food security to technology, climate action to high adventure, the Headwaters is hosted by Mitchell Scott, Editor-in-Chief of Kootenay Mountain Culture Magazine and brought to you by Columbia Basin Trust.
New Episodes
Episode #10 – The River
It’s the fourth largest waterway in North America and the inspiration for this podcast. The Columbia River has a long, storied, and tumultuous history. We dive into all aspects of the river, from a bizarre idea in the…
Episode #9 – Newcomers
Their stories are as diverse as their backgrounds: A family from war-torn Syria out for an afternoon of disc golf. Jamaican truckers learning new skills on snowy mountain roads. A Kootenay hot-sauce entrepreneur who…
Episode #8 – Young Dreamers
A young hockey player with a dream to play in the NHL. A teenage musician who serendipitously finds herself singing with a mega-star. A multi-disciplinary talent who plays concert piano and climbs competitively. Meet…
