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Oceans' health failing as Washington officials squabble about power

WASHINGTON – Off the coast of Washington state, mysterious algae mixed with sea foam have killed more than 8,000 seabirds, puzzling scientists. A thousand miles off California, researchers have discovered the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, a swirling vortex roughly twice the size of Texas filled with tiny bits of plastic and other debris.

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Josh talks to acclaimed 89.1 WEMU host, Michael Jewett, about when a passion becomes a career,  what jazz has meant for the world and what it could mean for its future.