TID Water & Power Podcast

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Extended Day-Ahead Market (EDAM) Oct 14, 2026

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On Episode 65 of the TID Water & Power Podcast, we're sitting down with Trisha Blevins, Energy Markets Department Manager to discuss the Extended Day-Ahead Market (EDAM).

TID knows people often are left wondering how the District can provide reliable power to the more than 240,000 people in our territory. The Energy Imbalance Market (EIM) is a real-time power trading system that automatically balances electricity supply and demand close to the exact time of consumption.

In this episode, Trisha shares how TID's upcoming involvement in EDAM will offer additional flexibility for TID power traders and what it will mean for customers.

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The Irrigationist - Part 2, the Story of the Turlock Irrigation District Sep 09, 2026

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On Episode 65 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're featuring part two of a special podcast presentation of TID's full length historical film, The Irrigationist: The Story of the Turlock Irrigation District.

The Irrigationist is a historical documentary, produced as a way to celebrate TID’s 125th Anniversary. The film shares the successes, failures, challenges and strength of will that built the rich history of our customer-owned public utility.

Part 1 (Episode 64) left off in 1923 following the construction of the Don Pedro Dam, which was finished on time and on budget, launching TID into the electric business.

The full film is available on the TID website at TID.org/History and is well worth the watch.

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The Irrigationist - Part 1 of the Story of the Turlock Irrigation District Aug 12, 2026

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On Episode 64 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're featuring part one of a special podcast presentation of TID's full length historical film, The Irrigationist: The Story of the Turlock Irrigation District.

The Irrigationist is a historical documentary, produced as a way to celebrate TID’s 125th Anniversary with customers. The film shares the successes, failures, challenges and strength of will that built the rich history of our customer-owned public utility.

On this episode we explore the foresight, resilience, and commitment of TID’s founders and their belief of what reliable irrigation and the Turlock Irrigation District could mean to a dry parched valley.

The full film is available on the TID website at TID.org/History and is well worth the watch.

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TID Internships Jul 08, 2026

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On Episode 63 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID's Director of Human Resources, Jorian Reed, as well as a few current interns, to discuss student internships.

At TID, internships are more than just a summer job—they’re an opportunity for students to get hands-on experience with the District, contribute to meaningful projects, and understand what it’s like to keep the water and power flowing for our community.

And with National Intern Day quickly approaching the last Thursday of July, there’s no better time to shine a spotlight on TID’s internships.

On this episode we discuss the District internship program, the qualifications needed for an internship, and the take-aways that can come out of an internship with TID.

Learn more about TID's Internship at www.TID.org/Careers.

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Prepay Bonds Jun 10, 2026

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On Episode 62 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Chief Financial Officer and Assistant General Manager of Financial Services, Brian Stubbert, to discuss prepay bonds.

In a time when everything is getting more expensive, TID remains committed to our mission of providing reliable and competitively priced water and power. As such, TID is always exploring ways to ensure the lowest rates for our customer-owners.

One such way, in recent years, has been prepay deals. These complex financial arrangements will provide TID savings on commodities that the District is already purchasing, such as natural gas to generate power.

On this episode we discuss how prepay bonds work, how the District is leveraging these bonds, and the reason prepay deals make sense for TID.

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"Best Of" the First Five Years of the Podcast May 13, 2026

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On Episode 61 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're celebrating five years of the TID Water & Power Podcast!

The Podcast officially launched in May 2021 and over those five years we’ve brought you 60 full episodes, 10 mini episodes, 70 amazing and informative guests, and 58 hours of content.

So to celebrate five years of the podcast, we want to take a look back at some impactful episodes and informative moments from the podcast and have compiled short clips from several interviews throughout the years.

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Boating, Fishing, and Camping at Don Pedro Reservoir Apr 08, 2026

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On Episode 60 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by Recreation Department Manager, Ryan Reis, to discuss recreation at Lake Don Pedro.

For more than 50 years, the Don Pedro Reservoir has been a destination for boating, fishing, camping, and so much more. And behind the scenes is the Don Pedro Recreation Agency—ensuring recreation is safe, campgrounds are maintained, and everything continues to run smoothly.

On this episode we discuss the Don Pedro Recreation Agency, the recreation opportunities at Don Pedro, and the fun-in-the-sun that DPRA has planned for 2026.

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Climate Change and Current Hydrology Mar 11, 2026

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On Episode 59 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID Water and Power Resources Planning Department Manager, Olivia Cramer, to discuss climate change and the impacts to the Tuolumne Watershed hydrology.
TID is an industry leader in water operations thanks to investments in forecasting and modeling—as well as the talented team behind the efforts. But to maintain those operations—and ensure safe and reliable water supply for our customers—the District is assessing the ever changing hydrology and climate.

On this episode we discuss the water year outlook and how we are assessing and mitigating climate change in our watershed.

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Key Initiatives and Milestone Projects with TID General Manager Feb 11, 2026

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On Episode 58 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by TID General Manager, Brad Koehn, to discuss the District's key initiatives and milestone projects.
2025 was an important year for the District. From project milestones to new initiatives, 2025 set the course the future of TID. However, with that groundwork laid, 2026 will be just as important with new projects, innovations, and long-term planning.

On this episode we discuss current long-term initiatives, lookback at successes of 2025, and see what’s ahead for TID’s water and power operations.

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Inside TID's Customer Surveys Jan 14, 2026

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On Episode 57 of the TID Water & Power Podcast we're joined by CEO of GreatBlue Research, Michael Vigeant, to discuss customer research and satisfaction surveys.
As a community-owned utility, it’s important for TID to understand the needs of our customers and understand how we can continue to meet expectations. Customer satisfaction surveys are a key part of receiving feedback from our community to understand those needs and expectations.

On this episode we discuss the purpose of customer surveys, the approach to designing surveys, and the results of TID’s recent customer satisfaction surveys.

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