Every two weeks, we'll bring you new episodes of “Make It Clear” that cover timely and relevant topics in the water and wastewater industries. Our guests will also provide their unique insights as we discuss the world’s most precious resource.While our content is mainly geared toward water and wastewater professionals, we welcome everyone who’d like to listen.
March 10, 2026
In this episode, we break down what really happens to on-site wastewater systems and share practical steps homeowners can take to protect their systems during outages.
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February 24, 2026
In this episode, we dig into one of our favorite (and most important) topics: septic tanks. We’re joined by Jessy Tucker, Senior System Engineer at Orenco, to break down how they work and what really happens inside them.
February 10, 2026
This timely webinar breaks down the wastewater headlines: AI at treatment plants, public health trends, and sewage spills. Join us as we make sense of the news.
January 29, 2026
In this engaging episode, we take a surprisingly fun journey through the history of the toilet—highlighting sanitation, infrastructure, and water stewardship.
January 13, 2026
We’re celebrating a major milestone—our 100th episode! In this special installment, we look back on the moments and conversations that have meant the most to us. Most importantly, we thank our listeners for helping make this podcast possible.
December 18, 2025
In this episode, we chat with Darren Mendenhall, Customer Service Manager at Orenco, about the real-world aspects of troubleshooting wastewater systems. We hear how the customer service team supports callers with training and plenty of patience.
December 4, 2025
In this episode, we pick up our historical deep dive and explore how wastewater treatment was transformed between the 1800s and the present day, shaping the clean, reliable systems we depend on now.
November 20, 2025
In this episode, we journey through ancient civilizations to uncover how humanity first tackled wastewater and sanitation and to learn how history has shaped the way we treat water today.
November 4, 2025
We’re diving into common septic system questions—how they work, what not to flush, and so on. Join us for real stories, expert advice, and plenty of laughs!
October 23, 2025
In this episode, we sit down with Carl Thompson, VP of Sales and Business Development at Infiltrator, to reflect on the first year since the Orenco acquisition, including the benefits of bringing two industry leaders together.