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Welcome to Lake Doctor: A Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams Podcast, your go-to source for understanding and preserving the health of our local lakes. Join hosts Dr. Nate Bosch, an expert in limnology, and Suzie Light, a lifelong resident and passionate advocate for our aquatic environments, as they dive deep into the challenges facing Kosciusko County's lakes.


Dr. Nate Bosch grew up in Michigan and received his doctorate in 2007 from the University of Michigan in limnology. With 18 peer-reviewed publications spanning research from the Great Lakes to smaller inland lakes and streams, Nate has been awarded the prestigious Chandler Misner Award twice by the International Association of Great Lakes Research. At Grace College, Nate is a professor in the environmental science program, dean of the School of Science and Engineering, and leads the Lilly Center team, serving the local community with dedication and expertise.


Each episode tackles these critical issues head-on, featuring insightful interviews with our partners, engaging Q&A sessions, and fun segments for the science enthusiasts among us. You'll get a behind-the-scenes look at the impactful research and education efforts spearheaded by the Lilly Center and discover how we can all contribute to safeguarding our precious freshwater ecosystems.


Tune in bi-monthly starting June 2024, and join the conversation by leaving comments or emailing us at lakes@grace.eduwith your questions and ideas. Supported by the K21 Health Foundation, Rick and April Sasso, and DreamOn Studios, this podcast aims to inspire and inform the next generation of water-literate citizens and environmental stewards. Learn more about our work and how to support us at lakes.grace.edu.

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Forever Chemicals in Farm Ponds: Dr. Ty Hoskins Studies PFAS in Fish Populations

Forever Chemicals in Farm Ponds: Dr. Ty Hoskins Studies PFAS in Fish Populations

2026-09-0848:34

In this episode of the Lake Doctor podcast, Suzie Light and Dr. Nate Bosch talk with Dr. Ty Hoskins, Research Assistant Professor at Purdue University’s Department of Forestry and Natural Resources. Ty breaks down PFAS—per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, better known as “forever chemicals”—explaining why their ultra-strong carbon-fluorine bonds make them so useful in everyday products and so persistent once they reach the environment. He shares his research on PFAS in largemouth bass living ...
Converting Lawn to Prairie: Native Nerd Resources with Caitlin Yoder

Converting Lawn to Prairie: Native Nerd Resources with Caitlin Yoder

2026-08-2542:43

In this episode of the Lake Doctor podcast, Suzie Light and Dr. Nate Bosch sit down with Caitlin Yoder, Watershed and Special Projects Coordinator at The Watershed Foundation (TWF). A Grace College graduate, Caitlin shares how her love of gardening and problem-solving led her into watershed work. She walks through the TWF’s cost-share programs—Healthy Shorelines and the newer Beyond Lawns initiative—that help landowners convert lawns and shorelines into native plantings. From prairie planting...
Hellbenders, Stingrays and Water Quality at the Fort Wayne Zoo with TJ Faur

Hellbenders, Stingrays and Water Quality at the Fort Wayne Zoo with TJ Faur

2026-08-1144:31

In this episode of The Lake Doctor Podcast, Suzie Light and Dr. Nate Bosch welcome TJ Faur, a Grace College alumnus and environmental quality technician at the Fort Wayne Zoo. TJ shares his journey from northern Indiana lakes to the zoo, where he focuses on water chemistry and quality for animals ranging from stingrays to eastern hellbenders. He explains how environmental audits and long-term data collection lead to real improvements—like installing a simple fan to clear a CO₂ blanket over St...
Educating the Next Generation of Lake Stewards with Emily Anderson

Educating the Next Generation of Lake Stewards with Emily Anderson

2026-07-2852:15

In this episode of The Lake Doctor Podcast, Dr. Nate Bosch gets a jump scare from guest Emily Anderson, Education Coordinator at the Lilly Center for Lakes and Streams. Emily shares her journey from Grace College student to full-time educator and explains how hands-on experiences spark lifelong water literacy in K-12 students. From field trips exploring wetlands and aquariums to sensory boxes, vocab exercises, and a virtual aquarium that brings student creations to life, this episode demonstr...
From Farmland to Wetlands: Doug & Dawn Armey’s Conservation Legacy

From Farmland to Wetlands: Doug & Dawn Armey’s Conservation Legacy

2026-07-1452:47

As we kick off Season 3 of The Lake Doctor Podcast, Suzie Light and Dr. Nate Bosch sit down with Doug and Dawn Armey to celebrate their remarkable journey into wetland restoration. What began with a simple wood duck nesting box on a mailbox led to partnering with Scott Fetters, Private Lands Biologist with the US Fish and Wildlife Service, and NRCS to convert marginal cropland into six beautiful, functional wetlands on their property. Doug and Dawn share how these wetlands support abundant w...
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