The podcast episodes discuss several aspects of water systems, including their vulnerability to cyber-attacks, the role of ephemeral streams in maintaining river flows and water quality, and the issue of water equity, where some communities, particularly those of color and indigenous communities, lack access to clean and affordable water.

For example, Episode 62399 focuses on the vulnerability of US water systems to cyber-attacks by foreign adversaries, while Episode 53082 delves into the challenges of water equity and the lack of access to clean, reliable, and affordable water services for certain communities in the US.

The episodes highlight the importance of addressing the challenges facing water systems, from strengthening cybersecurity to ensuring equitable access to water resources.