Care More Be Better: A Podcast For Sustainable Social Impact and Regeneration

In this BONUS episode we introduce you to the topic of Sustainable Nutrition and Spirulina as our host shares her guest appearance on The Forever Young Radio Show - Episode #560, originally released on November 7, 2024.

The Host, Kelly Cappasola interviews Corinna Bellizzi, natural products industry expert and host of the podcasts Nutrition Without Compromise and Care More, Be Better. Together, they explore the groundbreaking benefits of Icelandic Ultra Spirulina and its role in enhancing focus, memory, and overall brain health.

Key Topics Covered:

• The science behind Icelandic Ultra Spirulina and its bioavailable nutrients, including methylated B12.
• How spirulina grown in pristine, closed-loop environments is a sustainable and superior alternative to traditional sources of B12.
• The critical role B vitamins play in brain health, energy production, and stress management.
• The unique formulation of Orlo Nutrition’s Focus and Memory Gummies, featuring phosphatidylserine, lion’s mane extract, and spirulina.
• The challenges of B12 deficiencies, medication interactions, and the importance of choosing the right supplement forms.
• Insights on methylation, MTHFR gene variants, and how these impact nutrient absorption and brain function.

Why Icelandic Ultra Spirulina?

Corinna shares the innovative methods used by Orlo Nutrition’s parent company, VAXA, to grow spirulina sustainably in Iceland using geothermal energy and pristine water. This ensures a pure, oxalate-free product free from environmental contaminants.

Special Highlights:

• Discover how stress impacts B vitamin levels and why supplementation can support energy, focus, and mood.
• Learn about the unique taste and effectiveness of Orlo Nutrition’s Focus and Memory Gummies.
• Explore the importance of clean, bioavailable nutrients for optimal brain function and aging healthfully.

Resources Mentioned:

• Visit OrloNutrition.com to learn more about their Icelandic Ultra Spirulina and other innovative products.
• Use code FOREVER for 20% off your first order (excludes subscriptions).
• Listen to episode 500 and episode 553 for deeper insights into the science and sustainability of spirulina.
• Join the Orlo Nutrition email list for exclusive promotions, including free product samples.

Stay Connected:

• Explore over 500 health-focused episodes on ForeverYoungRadio.com.
• Check out Corinna’s podcasts: Nutrition Without Compromise and Care More, Be Better.

Make brain health a priority with Icelandic Ultra Spirulina—support your body and the planet!

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In this powerful episode, originally published on March 21, 2021, we sit down with Courtney Stewart, CEO and Founder of LipRevolt, a bold cosmetics brand that combines beauty with activism. Courtney shares her deeply personal journey—from overcoming abuse and adversity in her youth to founding a company with a mission to empower marginalized communities. Through LipRevolt, she champions social justice by donating 10% of sales to organizations supporting women’s rights, civil rights, and LGBTQ+ rights.

Topics Covered:

• The life experiences that shaped Courtney's path to activism and entrepreneurship.
• How LipRevolt is more than a lipstick—it’s a call to action and a symbol of empowerment.
• Navigating the challenges of starting a business without prior industry experience.
• The importance of representation in the beauty industry and how LipRevolt seeks to fill the gaps.
• The transformative power of community, both in fostering personal growth and driving societal change.

Courtney also discusses the charities LipRevolt supports, such as The New Georgia Project, and encourages listeners to engage in meaningful action—whether by volunteering, supporting nonprofits, or amplifying the voices of those advocating for equality.

Key Quotes:

• “Your existence and authenticity are revolutionary. Take hold of it, fight for it, and live.”
• “There’s so much power in a voice. Use it to tear down misogyny, fight against sexual abuse, or challenge injustices.”
• “Don’t let a lack of experience stop you. If you see a gap, fill it.”

Resources Mentioned:

• LipRevolt: https://www.LipRevolt.com
• The New Georgia Project: Learn More
• Beyond 6 Seconds Podcast: https://www.Beyond6Seconds.net

Connect with LipRevolt:

• Instagram: @liprevolt
• Facebook: LipRevolt
• Twitter: @liprevolt

Call to Action:

Feeling inspired? Take the next step:

• Shop LipRevolt and support social justice causes: https://www.LipRevolt.com
• Volunteer or donate to nonprofits that make a difference.
• Start conversations with your community to advocate for a more equal world.

Together, we can make the world a better, more just place. Thank you for joining this conversation and being part of our movement!

Email us at [email protected] to share your thoughts or get involved. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show. Let’s Care More, Be Better!

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In this powerful episode of Care More Be Better (originally episode 105, published in September, 2022) host Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Tzeporah Berman, environmental activist, founder of Stand.earth, and Chair of the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative. Today, she kicks off this episode with a new introduction, showcasing Tzeporah Berman's latest honor as one of TIME 100's Climate Activists, specifically in the Climate Defender category. The honor was officially bestowed on November 12, 2024. You can find the feature on TIME.COM and in their November 2024 print issue. You'll also hear a clip from Donna Grantis' song featuring clips from this episode in this introduction.

Together, Tzeporah & Corinna discuss the urgent need to combat climate change by reducing fossil fuel dependency, the critical role of global treaties, and the actionable steps we can take as individuals and communities.

Discover the power of grassroots action, the importance of systems change over individual guilt, and how collective efforts can lead to global agreements to protect the planet. Tzeporah offers hope, inspiration, and a roadmap for making impactful change in the face of the climate crisis.

Key Topics Discussed:

• The Fossil Fuel Crisis: Why current production levels of oil, gas, and coal far exceed what the planet can sustain.
• The Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty: Its goals, achievements, and how you can help cities and communities endorse it.
• Systemic vs. Individual Change: Shifting responsibility from individuals to corporations and governments.
• Grassroots Activism: Examples of citizen-led efforts that push local governments to act, including SAFE Cities initiatives.
• Sustainable Solutions: How renewable energy and the circular economy can address resource challenges and replace fossil fuels.
• Maintaining Hope: Practical advice for avoiding burnout, staying connected to nature, and setting achievable goals for activism.

Why Listen:

• Gain a deeper understanding of how fossil fuel dependency impacts climate change.
• Learn practical steps to get involved in climate activism, from city council initiatives to global treaty advocacy.
• Find inspiration in Tzeporah’s optimistic yet action-driven approach to tackling the climate crisis.

Actionable Takeaways:

1. Endorse the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty: Visit FossilFuelTreaty.org to explore resources and bring the treaty to your city or community.
2. Engage with Local Governments: Attend city council meetings and advocate for policies that reduce fossil fuel expansion.
3. Support Renewable Energy: Choose renewable energy providers, support sustainable businesses, and educate others on the benefits of clean energy.
4. Stay Active: Participate in SAFE Cities programs and learn how your city can lead the transition away from fossil fuels.
5. Reconnect with Nature: Spend time outdoors to stay grounded and inspired in your activism.

Guest Links & Resources:

• Tzeporah Berman:
• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• TED Talk
• Organizations:
• Stand.earth
• FossilFuelTreaty.org
• SAFE Cities
• Recommended Reading:
• Entangled Life by Merlin Sheldrake
• Nature, Culture, and the Sacred: A Woman Listens for Leadership by Nina Simons

Next Steps:

• Subscribe to the Podcast: Never miss an episode of Care More Be Better.
• Share This Episode: Spread the word about the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty and this vital conversation.

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There may not be a lot of regenerative brands out there right now, but if they come together, they can make a significantly huge impact. Anthony Corsaro has co-founded an ecosystem supporting these brands to empower their efforts and deliver actual environmental change in a world adversely impacted by the climate crisis. He joins Corinna Bellizzi to share how ReGen Brands takes a multifaceted approach to support brands that will bring the regenerative movement to greater heights. Anthony also shares how he became a regenerative agriculture evangelist after getting healed through naturopathic medicine.

About Guest:

Anthony Corsaro is an entrepreneur, investor, and regenerative agriculture evangelist whose mission is to help heal our people and planet through ventures that inspire the production and consumption of healthy, nutrient-dense foods. Anthony is the Co-Founder and President of ReGen Brands and the ReGen Brands ecosystem including ReGen Brands Institute, ReGen Brands Coalition, and ReGen Brands Capital. This unprecedented, multifaceted approach to supporting brands that support regenerative agriculture holds the promise of advancing the entire regenerative movement.

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonycorsaro/

Guest Website: 

https://regen-brands.com/

https://regen-brands.com/coalition

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Environmentalist Jon Waterman visited Alaska and beyond for more than four decades to see first-hand the severe situation of the Arctic climate crisis. He recorded his findings and experiences in his book, Into The Thaw, stressing that there is still hope in saving our warming planet. Jon sits down with Corinna Bellizzi to discuss what must be done to save the Arctic, where global warming happens four times faster than anywhere else on Earth. He also reveals how the climate crisis in this northern region adversely affects not only the wildlife but also the Inuit people, who have called Alaska and the Arctic home for many centuries.

About Guest:

Jon Waterman has worked as a director of a small press, an editor, a naturalist, a park ranger, a wilderness guide, a photographer, and a filmmaker. Among his many publications, Jon’s work has often appeared in The New York Times, Outside, Men’s Journal, Adventure, Climbing, and Sailing World. His 17 books include In the Shadow of Denali, Kayaking the Vermilion Sea, and Running Dry; he is a frequent grantee of the National Geographic Society. By taking risks and tackling difficult issues, his work transcends traditional outdoor yarns and has garnered numerous awards, including a Literary Fellowship from the National Endowment of the Arts, three Best Adventure Book Awards from the Banff Book Festival, a National Park Service Special Achievement Award, and the Sigurd Olson Nature Writing Award. He lives in Carbondale, Colorado.

Guest Website: https://jonathanwaterman.com/

Guest Social: 

https://www.instagram.com/waterman_jonathan/

https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.waterman.96

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The future of food can only be secured through the adoption of sustainable renewable practices. Tim Crews, PhD, Chief Scientists at the Land Institute, joins Corinna Bellizzi to discuss how the principles of agroecology can turn such a dream into reality. He explores agroecology’s overlapping concepts with other practices such as permaculture and emphasizes the urgent need to reduce energy use in most farming methods today. Dr. Tim also breaks down the many benefits of perennial crop farming, particularly its efficient water use, and the production of grain crops like Kernza.

About Guest:

Tim Crews is the Chief Scientist and Director of The Land Institute’s International Initiative. The Land Institute is a non-profit agricultural research organization based in Salina, Kansas dedicated to developing agroecosystems that capture key functions of natural ecosystems through the integration of perenniality and diversity. Tim has been fascinated for most of his life with how we can improve our food producing ecosystems—agriculture—by studying how people grew food before the fossil fuel era, and also how natural ecosystems function. Tim studied agroecology at UC Santa Cruz, ecosystem ecology in Graduate Studies at Cornell University and in a post-doc at Stanford. Before coming to The Land Institute, he developed an agroecology program at Prescott College in Arizona.

Guest LinkedIn: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-crews-2080a015/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-land-institute/

Guest Website: 

https://landinstitute.org/our-work/new-roots-international/

https://kernza.org

Guest Social: 

https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-land-institute/

https://www.instagram.com/thelandinstitute/

https://www.facebook.com/TheLandInstitute

Additional Resources Mentioned:

• ARTICLE: Wheat On Repeat: A tantalizing new breed of climate-friendly crops never need replanting
• EPISODE: Regenerative Agriculture with Tom Newmark
• EPISODE: How Regeneration Can Change the Future of Farming & Wine Making with Carlo Mondavi
• EPISODE: How Regenerative Farming Can Solve The Climate Chaos with Mark Easter
• EPISODE: How Permaculture and Regeneration Can Lead to a Better World with Starhawk
• EPISODE: How Animal Sanctuaries Can Survive Severe Weather & Flooding with Helbard Alkhassadeh
• BOOK: The Unsettling of America: Culture & Agriculture by Wendell Berry

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In this episode of Care More Be Better, host Corinna Bellizzi dives deep into local politics and community activism with John Lewis, a city council candidate in Scotts Valley, California. John shares his vision for the future of Scotts Valley, touching on pressing local issues like rising housing costs, the need for a town center, and the importance of personal agency in shaping our communities. This conversation is packed with insights on the challenges and rewards of running for office and what it means to be a “YIMBY” (Yes In My Backyard) advocate.

Key Topics Covered:

[00:00:26] Introduction to Care More Be Better and guest John Lewis.

[00:00:46] John’s background: Engineering expertise and community issues in Scotts Valley.

[00:02:21] Community engagement and motivation to run for city council.

[00:03:48] The need for a town center in Scotts Valley and why previous efforts stalled.

[00:06:37] Environmental and infrastructural challenges: From airport to town center.

[00:10:12] Essential traits and qualifications for running for local office.

[00:13:00] How city council can directly impact community well-being.

[00:18:55] Defining NIMBY vs. YIMBY and John’s endorsement from Santa Cruz YIMBY.

[00:26:04] Why John isn’t accepting political donations.

[00:28:42] The importance of local elections and civic engagement.

Call to Action: If you’re a Scotts Valley resident, consider voting for John Lewis to support local development that fosters community and sustainability. For resources on how to get involved, visit our website at CircleB.co.

Connect with John Lewis:

website: https://www.johnlewissvcity.com/

linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-lewis-44784516/

facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnLewisSVCity

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Growing regenerative foods is indeed a noble cause that benefits both the planet and people, but making it a sustainable reality is also an overwhelming challenge. Farmers who depend on regenerative practices tend to not get a fair return on investment, and consumer awareness about this matter is almost non-existent. Ali Cox, Founder of Noble West, has dedicated herself to educating the public regarding the realities of regenerative farming and the plight of the farmers right now. Together with Corinna Bellizzi, she emphasizes how buyers can make informed food choices based on their core values and contribute to the mission of growing food responsibly. Ali also presents the benefits of hydroponics, seasonal eating, and regional eating, as well as the dangers of using non-sustainable food packaging.

About Guest:

Ali Cox is an agriculture and food ingredient marketing visionary and founder of Noble West, an award-winning marketing consultancy that specializes in the entire agricultural ecosystem. From fresh produce and nuts to dairy and agTech, Noble West works in all aspects of agriculture.

As a fifth generation farmer, Cox returned home to California’s Central Valley in 2007 with the singular goal of making world-class marketing services available to the abundance of farmers and growers in the area. A fierce advocate for farmers, Ali’s blend of a deep personal connection to the land and business acumen has made her a highly sought after strategist by her clients. With an eye on the future of farming and the climate crisis, Cox regularly consults with her clients on upcycling, regenerative water use, and hydroponic & organic farming practices.

Cox was a walk-on rower at the University of San Diego and went on to win a Silver Medal in the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens. A Turlock native, she is a graduate of Turlock Senior High School and University of San Diego where she majored in Communications and minored in business. She happily purchased her childhood home where she resides with husband Tony and their two sons.

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicox/

Guest Website: https://wearenoblewest.com

Guest Social: https://www.instagram.com/alicox.ceo/

Additional Resources Mentioned:

How Regenerative Farming Can Solve Climate Chaos with Mark Easter

The Sustainable Future of Coffee With Bob Fish & Michelle Fish

From Flood to Feast: How Regenerative Organic Farming Yields More Crop Per Drop

How Regeneration Can Change the Future of Farming and Wine Making with Carlo Mondavi

How Permaculture and Regeneration Can Lead to a better World with Starhawk

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In this interview episode (originally published in 2022), we explore how approval voting could change the political landscape in America with Aaron Hamlin, Executive Director of The Center for Election Science. Aaron shares his journey from political intrigue in grad school to advocating for a voting method that lets voters express a broader range of candidate preferences. Approval voting, a simple yet impactful system, allows people to vote for as many candidates as they approve of, with the candidate receiving the most votes winning. By tackling vote splitting and enabling voters to support multiple candidates, approval voting seeks to foster representation and discourage extremist candidates.

Aaron offers insights into the success of approval voting in Fargo, St. Louis, and upcoming initiatives in Seattle, as well as the broader potential for state and even national adoption. We discuss how this system can reduce polarization, give voters more genuine choices, and improve political continuity by enabling policies that reflect broader support.

Key Highlights:

• What is Approval Voting? Aaron breaks down the mechanics of approval voting, explaining how it differs from the "choose one" voting system and ranked-choice voting.
• Real-World Success Stories: Approval voting has seen success in Fargo and St. Louis, with campaigns expanding to other cities and states.
• How Approval Voting Reduces Vote Splitting & Extremism: By letting voters support multiple candidates, approval voting helps prevent extremist candidates from capitalizing on vote splitting, a common pitfall in primary elections.
• The Road to National Adoption: Aaron shares the Center for Election Science's roadmap to implementing approval voting on a national scale, allowing states to decide how their electoral votes are assigned.

Take Action

Listeners inspired by this episode can learn more and join local chapters to advocate for approval voting through The Center for Election Science. Visit ElectionScience.org to take action, join the community, and get updates on campaign progress across the country.

Tune in to rethink what it means to vote for a better democracy, where every vote is valued, and every voice matters!

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The coffee industry is indeed one of the most thriving in the world, but it has a darker and rarely discussed aspect: the plight of its farmers. They constantly face low commodity prices and get little to no support, making them highly exploited by middlemen and at risk of climate change. Bob Fish and Michelle Fish share what they are doing to salvage the coffee industry through their business, Biggby Coffee. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, the couple shares how their direct-buying model guarantees coffee farmers fair prices and helps promote regenerative farming practices. Bob and Michelle also emphasize the importance of building emotional connections between consumers and producers through their Full Circle Program.

Message From Bob:

My name is Bob Fish. My wife Michelle and I are on a journey to discover and unite us with the lands and the people that make this unbelievably great and natural product that we all love. We will examine and verify that what we are consuming is being produced in a humane, sustainable, and quality matter. We invite you to be right there with us as we meet the families and learn their names and their stories. Together, we will explore what it means to be on our ”One BIGG Island in Space”… oneness without boundaries.

About Guests:

Michelle Fish began her life as part of a family that lived in many places in the United States and Europe. By the age of 17, when she started college at Michigan State University, she had moved 13 times. She put herself through MSU by working at a local family style pancake house restaurant. By the time she graduated, she was the General Manger of that restaurant and two years later, after helping them grow from one to four locations, she owned the third one. Michelle took a year off and created with co-founder Mike McFall the concept BIGGBY COFFEE. They started with one location in 1995, added a second in 1997, and started franchising in 1999. Today, they are 100% franchised and have 408 units open in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida and Idaho.

Bob Fish and his wife Michelle are travelling the world in search of coffee farms and farmers that are taking exceptional care of their people and the planet. Their goal is that 50% of the 2,000,000 pounds of coffee that BIGGBY COFFEE sells in a year will be farm direct by 2013. The couple tells the stories of those farmers and their journeys in a blog: ONEBIGGISLANDINSPACE.com

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/biggbybob/

Guest Website: 

https://www.biggby.com/

https://www.onebiggislandinspace.com/

Guest Social: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_guvQGVUpo

https://www.facebook.com/BiggbyCoffee.Bhappy

https://www.instagram.com/biggbycoffee/

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In this special episode, Corinna Bellizzi shares the insights from her first class project in the PhD program at Prescott College, which focuses on sustainability and the true cost of food. This episode seeks to empower caretakers and parents to pack healthier, eco-friendly school lunches for their children. Through survey data and expert guidance, we explore practical ways to reduce food waste and improve the nutritional quality of school lunches.

Watch the presentation and review slides including data on our Youtube Channel: https://youtu.be/dfXCZTiYM28

Episode Highlights:

• Introduction to the Earth First Health First School Lunch Guide
• The project aims to help parents pack eco-friendly and healthy lunches for their kids.
• Findings from a Parent Survey
• Survey included 25 parents and focused on current lunch packing habits, including food types, packaging, and participation in school lunch programs.
• 56% of parents do not participate in school-provided lunch programs, and 60% are packing lunch for two or more children.
• 72% of parents pack at least one fruit or vegetable daily, with leftovers packed at least once a week by 40% of respondents.
• Challenges Identified
• High use of pre-packaged and processed foods, which increases waste and costs more per serving.
• Concerns about packaging waste—28% of parents use pre-packaged snacks, and many still use single-use plastics.
• Environmental Impact of Food Packaging
• Discussion on how long common food packaging takes to decompose (e.g., plastic bags, chip bags).
• Importance of reducing the reliance on single-use plastics, both for health and environmental reasons.
• Health Effects of Processed Foods
• The connection between processed foods and health issues, including obesity, hyperactivity, and early onset of puberty.
• The WHO classification of processed meats as a Group 1 carcinogen linked to cancer risks.
• Practical Solutions for Eco-Friendly and Nutritious School Lunches
• Tips to involve children in meal planning and preparation to increase the likelihood they’ll eat healthier meals.
• The importance of reducing processed meats and focusing on whole, plant-based foods.
• Recommendations to buy local, in-season produce, reduce packaging waste, and compost food scraps.
• Three Steps to Building a Healthier, Eco-Friendly Lunch:

1. Start with fresh fruits and vegetables: Aim for three servings in each lunch.
2. Reduce or eliminate highly processed foods: Focus on whole, unprocessed options.
3. Use reusable containers: Cut down on pre-packaged snacks and single-use plastics.

Resources Mentioned:

• Eat for the Earth: A community organization promoting plant-based diets. https://eatfortheearth.org
• Foodprint.org: A resource for understanding the environmental impact of food choices. https://foodprint.org
• Vox & University of California: Educational video on the carbon footprint of various foods.

Key Takeaways:

• Simple shifts, like reducing processed meat and using reusable containers, can make a big difference for both the health of your child and the environment.
• Involving your kids in food preparation can increase their acceptance of healthier, plant-based options.

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Despite the undeniable impact of climate change everywhere in the world, from the scorching weather to deadly hurricanes, many people still turn a blind eye to this devastating reality. Therefore, the PBS show “Weathered” employs engaging climate storytelling to raise awareness about the urgent need to take action against extreme weather changes. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Trip Jennings and Maiya May, the show’s director and host, respectively, to discuss how they combine the realities of climate science with real-life community stories and nature-based solutions. They talk about the importance of acknowledging climate risks as soon as possible and what it takes to effectively mitigate them. Trip and Maya also delve into their production experiences to provide a glimpse of what’s happening behind the cameras just to deliver authentic climate stories to their viewers.

This episode was originally published July 7, 2021 as episode 24. It is re-shared today with a new intro by the host as she reflects on an upcoming episode featuring the co-founders of Biggby Coffee, Bob & Michelle Fish. This episode offers a great primer and context to the coffee issue in advance of that upcoming episode, which will be released on 10/23/2024.

Host: Corinna Bellizzi

Guest: Mokhtar Alkhanshali, CEO & Founder of Port of Mokha,

In this episode, Corinna Bellizzi is joined by Mokhtar Alkhanshali, a Yemeni-American entrepreneur, historian, and coffee innovator, to discuss the fascinating journey of coffee from Yemen’s highlands to high-end coffee shops worldwide. Together, they explore the deep connections between coffee, social impact, and sustainability.

Key Topics Covered:

• The Origins of Coffee in Yemen: Mokhtar shares the historical roots of coffee, which began in Yemen centuries ago, including the rise of the city of Mocha as the coffee trade center. He connects this rich history to the present and the coffee his company sources.
• Mokhtar’s Personal Journey: From law school to community organizing, Mokhtar’s path took a surprising turn toward coffee, rooted in his desire to uplift coffee farmers and create a sustainable business model in Yemen.
• Challenges in Yemen: Mokhtar recounts his harrowing experience bringing Yemeni coffee to market amidst Yemen's civil war. From dodging bombs to navigating civil unrest, his perseverance led to Port of Mokha’s success.
• The Importance of Sustainability in Coffee: Mokhtar emphasizes the need for fair pay for coffee farmers and describes his vertically integrated business model. By working directly with Yemeni farmers, he ensures that they receive fair wages, which is critical to the long-term sustainability of their communities.
• The Different Coffee "Waves": Mokhtar explains the evolution of coffee culture through the first, second, and third waves, noting the rise of specialty coffee and how consumers are becoming more conscious of origin, processing, and flavor.
• Coffee Processing Methods: A deep dive into how different processing techniques (natural versus washed) impact flavor profiles, and why Mokhtar's naturally processed Yemeni coffee has unique and complex flavors, often compared to fine wine.
• Taste Test: Corinna shares her experience tasting two different Port of Mokha coffees, highlighting how coffee tasting can be as nuanced as wine tasting. Mokhtar explains the difference between light and dark roasts and how each processing method brings out distinct flavors.

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George Thompson, author of The Subtle Art of Losing Yourself, overcame anxiety and confusion by learning how to let go through kung fu, tai chi, and meditation. In this conversation with Corinna Bellizzi, he shares simple yet effective practices anyone can easily try to finally experience self-discovery and self-actualization. He explains how losing oneself can help you understand your purpose on this planet and recreate that unique connection with nature. George also emphasizes the power of silence and collective action in building a much better and way brighter tomorrow.

About Guest:

George Thompson is a filmmaker, Daoist communicator, and Tai Chi instructor who transformed his life through the ancient practices of Kung Fu and Tai Chi in China. Now, with 245k+ YouTube subscribers and a 19-person team, George shares insights on balanced living. His upcoming film, The Subtle Art of Losing Yourself, set in Scotland's wilderness, explores self-discovery and the impact of our narratives on life and the planet. Through humor and vulnerability, George inspires audiences to find inner peace and embrace the interconnectedness of all things.

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgethompsonuk/ 

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https://losingyourself.org/ 

https://www.taoistwellness.online/free-course 

https://www.wayfinder.academy/newsletter 

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Additional Resources Mentioned:

TRAILER for "The Subtle Art of Losing Yourself"

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi's Flow Meditation

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The true cost of food is something that we all need to be more concerned with, given rising temperatures, worsening weather, and growing populations around the globe. How much did your food cost in terms of water, energy, transportation, and waste? This topic is top of mind for many reasons this week. If you've heard it before, I encourage you to listen again, while truly thinking about what your favorite meal's true cost really is.

Corinna Bellizzi, show host, is presently in her first course in a PhD program in sustainability at Prescott College. As the episode commences, she shares her present lens, and why she's chosen to re-share this episode, originally published on November 8, 2023. She invites you to think about your favorite meal and its true cost as you listen to today's episode. She also encourages you to reach out via email, or message on social channels. Feel free to complete the contact form to reach her directly. Just visit https://caremorebebetter.com

Marc Plinke is an inventor-innovator who started his career as a chemical and process engineer at the makers of Gore-Tex, a fabric you've all used in rain jackets. When he landed in Boulder, Colorado, he retrofitted his family's 1960s ranch house into a Beyond Net Zero Energy home. That experience led him to his second career in green building design. He spent the past decades applying his engineering mindset and expertise to building better greenhouses. Mark started Ceres Greenhouse Solutions with the intention of enabling people to grow their own food sustainably and year-round. His passion is his family, beliefs and leaving the world a better place for his kids and all of ours.

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The negative impact of colonial capitalism continues to be felt and experienced today, and it still hinders equity from being achieved in many parts of the world. Author and activist Rosemary J. Jolly joins Corinna Bellizzi to discuss how to dismantle colonial capitalism in effluent communities right now. She shares valuable lessons from her works on the prevention of torture, gender-based violence, and communicable diseases in poor communities in the global North and South. Rosemary also discusses what it takes to put an end to white privilege and racism, as well as the importance of living sustainably – both physically and emotionally.

About Guest:

Rosemary Jolly has lived in South Africa, Lesotho, Canada and the US. She works on the prevention of torture, gender-based violence and diseases such as HIV in poor communities in the global North and South. She has co-founded rape-crisis clinics and has a passion for most forms of wildlife, even though she has been charged by a rhino (who was, after all, only protecting her baby). She is currently interested in sustainability, not simply as an environmental strategy, but in terms of wellbeing. How can we stop not only extracting from the earth unsustainably, but also from each other? How do we protect humans, non-human animals and our environments from depletion, exhaustion and despair? What are the tools for this?

Guest Website: https://complit.la.psu.edu/people/rjj14

Additional Resources Mentioned:

Remaking A World In Crisis with Osprey Orielle Lake

The True Price of Saving The Planet with Paula DiPerna

Changing the Climate Narrative with Anne Therese Gennari, The Climate Optimist

Collaborative, Relational Leadership Can Change the World

Break Down The Power Majority with Dr. Kimya Nuru Dennis

Regeneration: Ending The Climate Crisis in One Generation with Paul Hawken

Year of the Nurse, A 2020 Covid-19 Pandemic Memoir by Cassie Alexander

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Podcast: Confessions of a Male Gynecologist

Podcast Host: Shawn Tassone, MD, PhD

Guest: Dr. Isaac Berzin, Co-Founder and CTO of VAXA Technologies, parent company of ORLONUTRITION.com

Summary: In this episode, Dr. Shawn Tassone talks with Professor Isaac Berzin, co-founder and CTO of VAXA Technologies, about the groundbreaking potential of microalgae as a sustainable and nutrient-rich food source. Dr. Berzin, named one of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People, shares insights from his journey from MIT's Center for Space Research to becoming a leading figure in sustainability and biotechnology.

Dr. Berzin explains the unique properties of microalgae, emphasizing its efficiency in photosynthesis and ability to produce 100% nutrition with zero waste. They discuss the critical nutrients found in microalgae, such as Omega-3s, Vitamin B12, and bioavailable iron—essential for overall health, especially for women. Dr. Berzin highlights the shortcomings of traditional food sources like meat and plant-based foods, where much of the plant material becomes waste. He also discusses how fish derive their Omega-3s from algae, and how humans can skip the middleman by going straight to the source with microalgae supplements.

The conversation shifts to Orlo Nutrition, where Dr. Berzin leads efforts in producing algae-based products sustainably. He discusses how VAXA’s innovative technology ensures a consistent quality of microalgae and eliminates issues like unpleasant taste and odor, making the products not only nutritious but also enjoyable to consume.

Dr. Tassone and Dr. Berzin explore how algae-based products from Orlo are made with minimal environmental impact, emphasizing the use of geothermal energy in Iceland to achieve a carbon-neutral or even carbon-negative footprint.

Key Topics Discussed:

• The nutritional power of microalgae: Omega-3s, Vitamin B12, and bioavailable iron
• Microalgae as a sustainable solution with zero waste
• How Orlo Nutrition's algae products maintain consistent, high-quality nutrition
• The innovative production process at Orlo that makes microalgae supplements more palatable
• The environmental sustainability of algae farming with a carbon-neutral or carbon-negative footprint

Notable Quotes:

• “Microalgae are world champions in photosynthesis—100% nutrition, no waste.” – Dr. Isaac Berzin
• “Iron in spirulina is 6.5 times more bioavailable than in beef.” – Dr. Isaac Berzin
• “The algae production phase is carbon-negative. I don't know of any other agricultural practice that can claim that.” – Dr. Isaac Berzin

Learn More:

• Follow Dr. Shawn Tassone on Instagram @ShawnTassoneMD and Twitter @TassoneDoc
• Explore Orlo Nutrition products at OrloNutrition.com

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Despite the rampant disinformation and a huge number of skeptics online, the planet is indeed facing serious climate chaos. Carbon emissions are at an all-time high, greenhouse gases continue to warm up the earth, and climate change severely destroys biodiversity. Ecologist and author Mark J. Easter joins Corinna Bellizzi to discuss how regenerative farming can address this alarming global problem. They talk about what it takes to adopt better farming practices to produce nutritious organic food without causing a destructive impact on the environment. Mark also explains how the same regenerative approach is needed for producing animal products and why the burning of fossil fuels must be halted as soon as possible.

About Guest:

Mark J. Easter (Fort Collins, CO) is an ecologist who has conducted research in academia and private industry since 1988. He received a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University in 1982 and a M.S. in Botany from the University of Vermont in 1991. Easter authored and co-authored more than fifty scientific papers and reports related to carbon cycling and the carbon footprint of agriculture, forestry, and other land uses. He contributed analyses to multiple reports published by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). In 2018 he was named a fellow of the Colorado State University School of Global Environmental Sustainability. Besides his scientific work, Easter co-founded the organization Save The Poudre and is a founding board member of the organization “Save the Colorado.” He works with these organizations to help restore rivers to healthy conditions and protect rivers from water development. He loves to read, cook from his garden, hike and ski in wild places, and spend time with his wife, Leslie Brown and their dog, Bonny.

Additional Resources Mentioned:

How Regeneration Can Change The Future Of Farming And Winemaking With Carlo Mondavi

Farm To Table Pioneer Champions Sustainable Farming with Monarch Tractor - featuring Alice Waters, Founder of Chez Panisse

Regeneration: Ending the Climate Crisis in One Generation with Paul Hawken

Proforestation featuring Dr. William Moomaw, lead architect of the first 6 IPCC reports

The Blue Plate: A Food Lover's Guide to Climate Chaos by Mark J. Easter

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In this engaging episode, Diana Chapman, a renowned facilitator, author, and leadership coach, joins the conversation to discuss conscious leadership, resolving conflict, and reducing drama in personal and professional relationships. With over 1,000 top-tier leaders from companies like Genentech and Asana as her clients, Diana brings unique insights on improving human connections through curiosity, empathy, and the practice of arguing the other side. Originally published in June 2022.

Key Topics Discussed:

1. The Full-Body Yes: Diana introduces the concept of the "Full-Body Yes," derived from Gay and Kathlyn Hendricks. She explains how aligning head, heart, and gut can lead to more impactful decisions by tapping into all forms of intelligence (IQ, EQ, and Body Intelligence).
2. Curiosity in Conflict: Diana emphasizes curiosity as a powerful tool for resolving conflict and building bridges across differing perspectives. By asking open-ended questions with genuine interest, we create room for understanding and connection.
3. Arguing the Other Side: Diana shares how she helps teams and individuals improve their decision-making by encouraging them to argue for the opposing side of a debate. This practice can reduce righteousness and open minds to different perspectives.
4. Drama Triangle: Diana explains the Drama Triangle (Victim, Villain, and Hero) and how it perpetuates reactive behaviors in conflicts. She discusses how stepping out of the triangle and taking radical responsibility can transform relationships and promote constructive dialogue.
5. Climate Change and Activism: Addressing climate activism, Diana offers a fresh perspective by encouraging activists to shift out of the Drama Triangle and embrace curiosity. This allows for more effective change without falling into judgmental or righteous mindsets.
6. Radical Responsibility: The conversation touches on the importance of taking ownership of the circumstances we create, both in our personal lives and leadership roles. Diana encourages listeners to examine how they contribute to the dynamics they face and shift from blame to responsibility.

Key Takeaways:

• Curiosity Leads to Transformation: Staying open and curious in conversations, even with opposing views, helps foster creativity and problem-solving.
• Arguing the Other Side: This practice deepens understanding and reduces defensiveness, leading to more thoughtful decisions.
• Awareness of Drama Patterns: Recognizing how we fall into the Drama Triangle is essential for shifting into conscious, solution-oriented leadership.
• Climate Activism Beyond Drama: Effective activism comes from conscious leadership, not judgment or blame, allowing for more impactful and sustainable solutions.
• Morning Tears Practice: Diana shares her practice of starting the day with "morning tears," allowing herself to feel heartbreak as a way to stay connected to humanity and present.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance their leadership skills, improve their personal relationships, or make a positive impact in the world by staying curious, open, and responsible.

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Managing PTSD is easier said than done, but it must never define who we really are. US Army veteran-turned-psychotherapist Benoit Kim is here to discuss how psychedelics overcome trauma – albeit carefully and responsibly. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, he explains how to get rid of the stigma surrounding psychedelics and why opening your mind through these substances is largely beneficial for your mental health. Benoit also breaks down the right way to consume psychedelics to extract the most benefits out of it and why you need a qualified guide when taking them to avoid encountering more trauma along your healing journey.

Guest Website: https://www.discovermorepodcast.com/

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This week, we're sharing an earlier conversation with Hank Dearden, who we featured in October 2022. He runs a not-for-profit called Forest Planet, and he’s able to do something truly amazing – he plants trees for just $0.15 each.

How does he do it? By working within communities where the dollar goes further. He’s recently taken on a project in Morocco where they are planting fig trees, and where they are working to restore biodiversity, shifting from mono-cropped fields to biodynamic regenerative farms that incorporate more species, that reduce tillage, and that incorporate livestock. As he states on his blog page about their work in Morocco – which I’ll link to with show notes – The Right Trees, Planted in the Right Way, at the Right Time are an economically viable alternative.

Before I share the episode, I also want to remind you that I’ve decided to support Hank and Forest Planet this year as my charity of choice. I’m planting a tree for each active subscriber to our newsletter. So join our circle! Visit circleb.co and sign up today. I’ll plant a tree on your behalf!

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India’s caste system may be deeply embedded in its culture, but it is hindering skilled and inspired young people from getting equal opportunities. Dr. Abraham George is on a mission to put an end to the cycle of poverty by making high-quality education easily accessible to the country’s lowest socioeconomic class. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, he shares about founding The Shanti Bavon School in India, a boarding school committed to guiding children from their first day of school to their first day of work. Dr. Abraham also opens up on how they keep the institution up and running even without government support and how it has positively impacted around 15,000 people.

About Guest:

Dr. Abraham is a renowned philanthropist and social entrepreneur, best known for founding the Shanti Bhavan School in India. Growing up in India, Dr. Abraham saw social injustices at an early age, which he one day hoped to address. After a few years of service in the Indian Army, he moved to the US to study at NYU (Stern) and became a top finance executive and entrepreneur, leading companies like Credit Suisse First Boston and founding Multinational Computer Models, Inc. After 22 years away, he returned to India to fulfil his promise of empowerment and set up The George Foundation in 1995. The nonprofit supported ideas like Shanti Bhavan, Project Lead-Free, and Baldev Medical Center, and earned him the Spirit of India Award.

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shanti-bhavan-children's-project

Guest Website: https://www.shantibhavanchildren.org

Guest Social:

https://www.instagram.com/shanti_bhavan

https://www.youtube.com/user/ShantiBhavanSchool

https://www.facebook.com/ShantiBhavan

https://x.com/ShantiBhavan

Additional Resources Mentioned:

Advancing African Excellence Through Education Investments with Dr. Lydiah Kemunto Bosire of 8B Education Investments

These 4 college students from Shanti Bhavan School have an incredible story to tell

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It is not easy to talk about racism, misogynism, and patriarchy these days, even though they severely mess up the present state of our society. Karen, who goes by @kclmft on TikTok, bravely discusses these topics on the internet, mainly to put down the horrible concept of Trumpism and Project 2025. She joins Corinna Bellizzi to share how she is being hunted by the former president’s MAGA crew as she uses her online platform to call out his racist and misogynistic behavior. They two also talk about the dangers of individualism, the importance of collective human action, and the right way to keep your own racism in check.

About Guest:

Karen, whose handle on TikTok is @kclmft, is a women’s right activist who has a background as a licensed marriage and family therapist with over a decade of experience. She became involved in politics when Donald Trump came on the scene and she recognized his danger. Karen started making content online when she began receiving emails from his campaign, revealing the dog-whistles, the race-bating, and the all out calls to violence for all eyes to see. Because she’s been so critical of Trump, speaking out against his misogynistic behavior, his stoking of racism and division, and his connection to Project 2025, she’s under fire from Trump’s MAGA crew. For that reason, we won’t be revealing her full name, nor linking to her business on our podcast nor on our blog page. While she remains somewhat anonymous for the purposes of this interview, you are encouraged to find and follow her on TikTok @kclmft.

Guest Social: https://tiktok.com/@kclmft

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Human has a deep connection not just to their fellow human beings, but also with nature as a whole and across different species. Christy Cashman explores our relationship with animals in her debut novel, The Truth About Horses. Sitting down with Corinna Bellizzi, she discusses her coming-of-age story about a young woman facing life’s unexpected challenges. Christy also shares about her non-profit organization mentoring young creatives in nurturing their artistic expression, shaping inspired individuals who know how to navigate the worlds of arts and entertainment properly.

About Guest:

Christy Cashman is an author and mother with a diverse background in film, encompassing producing, acting, and screenplay writing—a journey that inspired her debut novel. Alongside her literary pursuits, she actively engages in various organizations, serving on the boards of the Associates of the Boston Public Library and the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company, and supports numerous charitable endeavors, including Raising A Reader.

Her debut novel, “The Truth About Horses,” released in August 2023, has garnered heartfelt acclaim from readers, literary circles, and the equestrian community alike. Additionally, Christy has authored two children’s books: “The Not-So-Average Monkey of Kilkea Castle” and “Petri’s Next Things,” both inspired by the true story of a heroic monkey who resided in that historic Irish castle.

In 2021, Christy established YouthINK, a nonprofit dedicated to nurturing and mentoring young creatives, bridging them with industry experts to foster mentorship, inspiration and artistic expression. Originating in Ireland, YouthINK made its U.S. debut in August of 2023 in Boston with the immersive workshop “Decisions We Make—Macbeth.” Furthermore, she launched YOUthink Creative Wellness Retreats in 2024, providing guests with a spiritual, creative, and physical sanctuary while supporting YouthINK’s teen mentorship programs.

As the second youngest of ten children, Christy’s upbringing in North Carolina sparked her lifelong passion for horses. When not immersed in writing or leading YouthINK workshops and YOUthink retreats, she can be found riding horses throughout New England and Ireland. Alongside her husband, Jay, and their two sons, Jay Michael and Quinn, along with their beloved trio of dogs and six horses, they divide their time between Boston, Ireland, and Cape Cod.

Currently, Christy’s working on her second novel, “Beulah,” and her third children’s book, “The Cat Named Peanut Shrimp Cookie Fry Muffin Who Lives on Staniel Cay.

Guest Website: https://christycashman.com

Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order authorizing state officials to dismantle thousands of homeless encampments throughout the state. DignityMoves has been at the forefront of providing dignified, supportive housing for those in need, making Elizabeth Funk uniquely positioned to discuss the ramifications of the executive order and the impact it will have on California's homelessness strategy.

About Guest: Elizabeth Funk is the Founder of Dignity Moves — a philanthropy that designs and implements housing communities at scale. It is the first homeless advocacy group started by Silicon Alley execs. This is a group of entrepreneurs that think way outside the box—applying real life solutions to a solvable homelessness crisis, beginning in California, where there are 172,000 homeless people—30% of the U.S. homeless population.

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dignitymoves

Guest Website: https://dignitymoves.org/

Guest Social: https://www.instagram.com/dignitymoves/

Show Notes:

03: 48 - Before The EO 

07:57 - Homeless Assistance

16:12 - Executive Order

23:01 - Homeless Vs. Unsheltered

29:05 - DignityMoves

37:49 - Verge Of Homelessness

42:21 - Encampment Clearing

45:56 - Episode Wrap-Up

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No one knows what’s best for a particular community than the people residing in it. This is why everyone must be involved in community engagement now more than ever. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with her niece Arianna Bellizzi, who has immersed herself into the Anchorage community and recently completed her certification in project management. She discusses how to take part in the efforts of your community councils to address major issues your local area is currently facing. Arianna also explains how redistricting works and the vital role of community engagement in pushing the representative government to do its work.

About Guest:

Arianna is a born and raised Californian who fell in love with the long summers, close-knit community, and all that Alaska has to offer someone in search of a home. She recently finished a long successful career at BBC Studios, where she led a highly skilled team for five years, developed relationships with small communities across the state and, most recently, completed her certification in project management. Arianna has immersed herself in the Anchorage community, joining the Arctic Entries story coaching team, providing management experience for local theaters, and connecting with the LGBTQ+ community. Outside of her professional life, Arianna finds joy in urban gardening, travel, and horseback riding.

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We all have a connection to water. More than the reason that it keeps us alive, we are also connected to nature and its bodies of water. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Dr. Scott Ramsey, core faculty for Prescott College, who shares how he integrates Blue Mind science in their Sustainability Education doctoral program. They explore how our unique connection to water transcends emotional, cultural, and economic aspects. He also talks about his foundation of the Alaska Outdoor Science School that offers multi-day programs centered on social and environmental justice. Corinna and Dr. Scott also take time to remember Dr. Wallace J. Nichols, marine biologist, author, and creator of Blue Mind science, who recently passed away. Together, they celebrate his efforts that inspired both of them to take care of the environment.

About Dr. Scott Ramsey

Dr. Scott Ramsey (he/him) is core faculty for Prescott College's Sustainability Education doctoral program, teaching a wide range of courses including Climate Advocacy and Praxis, Sustainability Principles and Practice, and Academic Writing.

As a lifelong learner, Scott’s passion for the natural world fuels his desire to teach, engage, and inspire students to create a sustainable and just future through education and stewardship.

Scott’s decades of involvement as a wilderness guide and environmental educator compelled him to start the Alaska Outdoor Science School, which celebrates the wisdom of nature through multi-day programs that highlight the nexus between social and environmental justice.

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TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses about sexual assault.

No one deserves to be violated. But for those who have faced such a miserable situation, they could experience trauma-healing through the power of resilience. In this episode, Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Delicia Niami, a survivor of sexual assault and kidnapping. She looks back on how these heartbreaking experiences turned her into a stronger woman and an inspiring author who now leads other abused individuals towards transformation. Corinna and Delicia also delve into the importance of upholding your rights, the dangers of Trumpism, and how the looming Project 2025 initiative could reshape the US government for the worse.

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National Runaway Safeline: 800-RUN-AWAY ​

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Delicia Niami is an inspiring author whose life journey has transformed her into a symbol of resilience. From a young age, she faced unimaginable trauma, including a kidnapping that took her to a distant land. Raised by a single mother in California's challenging neighborhoods, Delicia's early years were marked by struggle. Her deeply vulnerable memoir, Kissing Asphalt, chronicles her triumphs and hardships, from abduction to surviving a devastating assault at seventeen. Through her eloquent storytelling, Delicia aims to help others, using her own experiences to inspire and provide solace. Her memoir series, Resilient AF, is a testament to her unwavering commitment to overcoming adversity and prioritizing personal happiness. Delicia Niami's resilience and dedication shine through her poignant writing, inviting readers to find strength in the face of darkness.

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Neurodivergent people are key players in developing innovative solutions for a much better world. However, society often neglects, diminishes, or outright discards them. What must be done to support them in the most meaningful ways? Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Dr. Matt Zakreski, who specializes in working with neurodivergent individuals. He explains how to employ meta communication when creating connections with them, the right way to revamp the education system in their favor, and how parents can fully support their interests. Dr. Zagreski also discusses how to address the social stigma surrounding their unique capabilities and create neurodivergent accepting communities.

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Matthew "Dr. Matt" Zakreski, PsyD is a high-energy professional speaker and clinical psychologist who specializes in working with neurodivergent (gifted, 2e, ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, etc.) people. He has spoken more than 400 times all over the world on both stages and podcasts about supporting neurodivergent people in all walks of life, from schools to college to the workplace. Dr. Matt is the co-founder and lead clinician at The Neurodiversity Collective. He specializes in taking knowledge of the brain, human behavior, and clinical psychology and making that accessible and practical for people to improve their lives.

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What does it take to live a fulfilling and meaningful life? We hear valuable lessons from Monique Wellise, author of the book Finding Mo: A Handbook For Coming To Life. She talks about spending time in nature, immersing into meditative practices, raising her consciousness, and constantly tapping into her creative mind. She shares how she deals with Hashimoto’s Disease, cultivates her unique wisdom through divine love, and her biggest life realizations thanks to the companionship of her dogs. Corrina and Monique also discuss about the necessary urgent action to achieve soil regeneration and empower farmers utilizing regenerative agriculture methods.

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Monique Wellise is a writer, educator and sales leader that’s deeply moved by the impact nutrition, mindset and consciousness can have on health and humanity. She has been a passionate nutrition industry professional for nearly three decades. Her background includes training at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, the American School of Herbalism, extensive work with the integrative medical community and alliances with some of the nutraceutical industry's most well-reputed brands. Monique resides in a small town in the Sierra Nevada foothills with her two dogs. She immensely enjoys reading, writing, yoga, walks in nature, singing, dancing and just being.

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Due to the sheer scale of the climate crisis, many efforts dedicated to environmental preservation seem all for naught. Small-scale climate solutions, even though established with good intentions, cannot simply catch up with today’s rapid ecological decline. Let us hear from Dr. Robert Eberhart, associate professor of management at the University of San Diego, on how to solve this alarming problem. He explains how to get rid of individualism and entrepreneurial ideology that prevent us from achieving collective impact. Dr. Eberhart also discusses how to rebalance our economy and build a better world by taking action against big banks, privatizations, political oppositions, and the destructive MAGA mindset.

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Robert N. Eberhart is an Associate Professor of Management at the University of San Diego, where he studies how entrepreneurship shapes society. He earned his Ph.D. from Stanford University. His research spans topics such as how institutional change has complex effects on new firms and how an ideology of entrepreneurship affects society. He won awards from Responsible Research in Business and Management (2020), Organizations and Management Division Best Theory Paper (2017), Outstanding Scholar Award at SCU (2017), and Best Paper Award at the Western Academy of Management (2016). He is also visiting faculty at Oxford University, where he explores space entrepreneurship. He served as the Vice Chairperson of the U.S. Dept. of State and METI’s Japan-US Innovation and Entrepreneurship Council.

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There are so many plants in the wild and cultivated spaces that can support our health and wellness. That’s why we should learn to depend more on herbal medicine instead of swiftly seeking medical treatment in times of sickness and disease. In this episode, we hear from Jane Barlow Christensen, a master herbalist and owner of Barlow Herbal Specialties. She explores how to identify healing herbs and plants in the wild and cultivate them in your own backyard to achieve better health without breaking the bank. Jane also opens up about how herbal medicine brought significant transformation in her life, testifying to its wonderful efficacy.

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As the climate crisis continues to worsen, it seems our personal efforts to mitigate its adverse effects are all for naught. This causes everyone to feel climate anxiety, with so many pushed to not even care at all. Laird Christensen, PhD is here to emphasize the utmost need for collective action to create massive waves of change at a national and global scale. He explains how to focus more on collaborative work among local communities and environmental activists and less on antagonistic conversations that only sow anger and dissent. Laird also stresses the importance of patience and the genuine desire to listen when it comes to amplifying personal impact dedicated to sustainability and regeneration.

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Laird Christensen is a visionary leader dedicated to addressing the global climate crisis through local sustainability efforts and intentional community building, driven by a profound commitment to ecological citizenship. As the founding Director of online Graduate Programs in Environmental Studies (2006) and Resilient and Sustainable Communities (2015), he revolutionized distance education by emphasizing practical application within students' communities.

Laird’s expertise spans public speaking, facilitating groups, hosting impactful online events, and many forms of writing, from creative nonfiction to scholarly works and poetry. His interdisciplinary background spotlights humanity's relationship with the environment, emphasizing narratives' role in shaping resilient and just communities. Laird Christensen's diverse skill set and commitment to sustainability mark him as an inspirational figure driving change in education and advocacy.

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In honor of J, and my spirit animal, the sea turtle I am reposting this interview with him. His indelible mark in my life will continue to make a positive impact in the world. I will continue to bring the principles of the Blue Mind Movement to fruition through my work with this show, and as I explore the possibility of earning my PhD in Sustainability Education.

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The concept of Blue Mind has been around since the beginning of recorded human history. At present, Marine biologist Dr. Wallace J. Nichols advocates for this very concept, spreading the positive impact of water on our lives. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, he talks about his book “Blue Mind” and how being in, on, or under water delivers profound transformation deep within yourself. He discusses how spending as little as 23 minutes around water – or just the feeling of it – could elevate your health and bring happiness to your state of mind. He also shares how he uses a small blue marble to spread awareness about his advocacy, educating everyone regarding their important role in saving our beloved water planet.

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Dr. Wallace J. Nichols (J) has been called a water warrior, one who commits to helping others access their “blue mind state.” His visionary ideas related to ocean and aquatic ecosystems, migratory species, marine protected areas, fisheries management and plastic pollution inspire others to find a deeper connection with nature and embrace inventive approaches to issues ranging from protection of ocean life to global water supply to the mental health benefits of a life spent on or near the water.

Formerly a senior scientist at Ocean Conservancy, J holds a M.E.M. degree in Natural Resource Economics and Policy from Duke University and a Ph.D. degree in Wildlife Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Arizona. He received a Bradley Fellowship to study the impacts of sea level rise at Duke University Marine Lab, a Marshall Fellowship to study at the University of Arizona, and a Fulbright Fellowship to study at the Universidad Autonoma de Mexico marine station in Mazatlán. In 2011 he was inducted as a Fellow National member of the Explorers Club. In 2014 he received the University of Arizona's Global Achievement Award.

J has authored more than 200 publications, lectured in more than 30 countries and nearly all 50 states, and appeared in hundreds of media outlets including NPR, BBC, PBS, CNN, MSNBC, National Geographic, Animal Planet, Time, Newsweek, GQ, Outside Magazine, USA Today, Elle, Vogue, Fast Company, Surfer magazine, Scientific American, and New Scientist. His book Blue Mind, published in summer 2014 by Little, Brown & Company, quickly became a national bestseller. It has been translated into numerous languages, most recently Mandarin, and inspired a wave of media and practical application.

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Despite countless efforts to preserve the environment, many still feel hopeless about addressing the adverse impact of climate change. As members of this society, what can we do to secure a better future? In this episode, Corinna Bellizzi sits down with distinguished psychologist Dr. Sebastienne Grant to discuss the importance of compassion to individual, societal, and ecological well-being. She explains the close connection between climate anxiety and despair, as well as the proper way to address climate denial. Dr. Grant also discusses how to handle neoliberalism and individualism to create close-knit communities founded upon long-lasting connections.

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Sebastienne Grant is a distinguished psychologist whose expertise includes mindfulness, compassion, and societal well-being. Having earned her PhD in Psychology: Consciousness & Society at the University of West Georgia, she draws on critical, humanistic, existential, Buddhist, and transpersonal psychological orientations. Her diverse work focuses broadly on the intersections of individual and societal well-being. With a deep understanding of existential concerns, societal influences, and global issues like climate change, Sebastienne offers profound insights into fostering personal balance, addressing burnout, and supporting a more compassionate, just, and sustainable world. Sebastienne is currently serving as faculty and department chair of Psychology at Prescott College in Prescott, Arizona. She will soon depart Prescott College after a six-year tenure there to join the Faculty of the California Institute of Integral Studies.

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What and how we eat does not only impact our health but our environment as well. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with nutritionist and health educator Dr. Maria Jose Hummel to talk about the benefits of adopting a mostly whole foods plant based diet. Dr. Maria explains how eating more plants and organic food can mitigate the destruction caused by animal agriculture and effectively treat chronic conditions. She discusses the right way to consume protein and why we should start getting rid of oil when cooking food. Dr. Maria also shares all about her 10-day nutritional program that aims to help people reverse diet-related chronic conditions.

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Dr. María José Hummel is a nutritionist, health educator, author, and international speaker. She holds multiple degrees, which include a Master’s of Science in Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport, Connecticut, a Master’s in Public Health from San Jose State University, a certification in Plant-Based Nutrition from the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies at Cornell University, as well as a lifestyle medicine certification from the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. She holds a Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Natural Medicine from the International Institute of Original Medicine. Dr. Hummel is currently the program coordinator for Community Rx/Salud en tu Plato, a 10-day nutrition immersion and education program that has helps people improve their health and reverse diet-related chronic conditions.

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The education system is designed to shape knowledgeable, responsible, and well-rounded individuals. However, higher education is currently suffering from various problems that unfortunately lead to discrimination, stereotyping, and unfair culture. Corinna Bellizzi chats with Dr. Emily Alicia Affolter, who is on a mission to bring back the human aspect of higher education. They discuss how to dismantle the destructive supremacy culture and bring a pedagogy of love to school curriculums. Dr. Emily also presents their sustainable related PhD programs that practice emergent strategies to allow learners to take on divergent career paths.

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Dr. Emily Alicia Affolter (she/ella/they) is the director of and faculty for Prescott College's Sustainability Education Ph.D. Program. Prior to this role, she worked as a Senior Research Scientist and Equity Consultant at the University of Washington’s Center for Evaluation & Research for STEM Equity. She earned her Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on Multicultural Education from the UW working alongside Dr. Geneva Gay, founder of culturally responsive teaching. Emily's current scholarship, dissemination, and facilitation highlight culturally responsive and sustaining pedagogies for teachers, faculty, and leaders in K-16 settings and STEM higher education utilizing an equity literacy frame, supported by the National Science Foundation largely. Additionally, Emily’s latest teaching centers on decolonizing research, equitable research methodologies, and liberatory organizational change methods.

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The rise of extremists, neo-Nazis, white nationalists, and other hate groups is becoming extremely alarming. As fascism continues to loom over modern society, humanity’s hope for a peaceful future is at serious risk. George Drost takes a non-traditional approach in taking a stand against fascist ideologies by utilizing the art of fictionalized storytelling. He sits down with Corinna Bellizzi to discuss how he uses fiction to convey resonating real-life lessons. George also shares valuable lessons he discovered by looking back on his own family history and the undeniable importance of rules.

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George Drost is a man on a mission to preserve the art, culture, and stories of Moravia, a region in the Czech Republic that is rich in history and tradition. As the youngest son of John Anton Drost, who was born in Moravia in 1909, George grew up hearing stories of his father's childhood and his experiences during World War II. These stories left a deep impression on George, who has since become an advocate for preserving the memory of his father and the people of Moravia.

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Show Notes:

Father’s Influence - 03:11

I wanted to start by first, learning more about you and hearing how your father’s influence and his experience in World War II affected you growing up.

Semi-fictionalized Memoir - 04:45

What inspired you to bring it out now and to do so in a semi-fictionalized perspective?

Quiet Form Of Heroism - 10:13

I wonder if there’s a particular story from the book that resonates with you and perhaps we could learn from and integrate into our own quiet form of heroism.

Family History - 12:38

As you have shared with me, some amazing pictures from the history of your family.

Real-Life Stories - 17:59

As I share this particular slide with John, Doris, and Bobi, these are individuals that are within the pages of the book.

Rules - 26:38

I wonder in a way if it’s something that has become too entrenched in culture to think first in the United States of the individual and not of the whole because we have driven towards this individualistic success, individualistic perspective.

Favorite Story - 30:22

I wondered if there was a favorite story that you tell within the book that you wanted to share.

Lessons From Father - 31:40

As we prepare to wrap, I’d like to take a little bit of a how-to lens. What lessons do you think that your father left you with that you think are most applicable?

Closing Words - 37:11

Thank you so much for joining me, George. I wonder if you have any closing thoughts that you’d like to share before I wrap?

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In this episode of Care More Be Better, host Corinna Bellizzi interviews Omi Chandiramani, a technologist and the creator of the Good Talk app, which helps users navigate challenging conversations through role-playing with an AI chatbot. Omi shares his journey in developing the app, the importance of effective communication, and the potential of AI in enhancing conversation skills. They also discuss privacy concerns, AI's limitations, and the future of AI in various fields like education and therapy.

Time Stamps:

[00:02:25] - Omi's Background and Inspiration: Omi shares his background in tech and the inspiration behind creating Good Talk.

[00:03:43] - Climatize and Social Impact: Discussion on Omi's previous role as CTO at Climatize and its impact on climate change action.

[00:05:24] - Developing the Good Talk App: Omi explains the challenges of building scenarios for the app and how real-life user input enhances its effectiveness.

[00:10:00] - User Privacy and Data Security: Omi details the privacy measures taken to ensure user anonymity and data security.

[00:14:55] - Artificial Intelligence and Its Applications: Insights on AI's potential, limitations, and its role in tools like Good Talk.

[00:20:22] - AI Hallucinations and Guardrails: Explanation of AI hallucinations, their implications, and how Good Talk addresses them.

[00:24:08] - Good Talk's Application in Various Fields: Discussion on the app's potential use in sales training, education, and therapy.

[00:28:17] - Voice Communication and Future Enhancements: Omi shares upcoming features like voice interaction and sentiment detection.

[00:30:32] - Supporting Multiple Languages: Plans to expand the app's accessibility by supporting multiple languages.

[00:33:28] - Accessibility Across Platforms: Appreciation for the app being available on both Android and Apple devices from the start.

[00:37:22] - Closing Thoughts and Future Developments: Omi's vision for the app's future and a call to listeners for feedback and ideas on new applications.

Resources and Links:

• Good Talk App - Website
• Good Talk App - Android
• Good Talk App - Apple
• YouTube Tutorial on Good Talk
• Interview with Mo Gowdat
• Interview with the Founder of Climatize - Will Wiseman
• Circle B - Cause Before Commerce - New e-commerce site launching soon | minimize waste, reduce, reuse, recycle

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In this poignant and insightful episode of Care More, Be Better, host Corinna Bellizzi shares her personal story of survival for the first time. She then shares an interview with Tim Mousseau, a survivor of sexual violence turned speaker and advocate. They explore the complexities of sexual violence, harassment, and the essential steps needed to create safer environments in both personal and professional settings. Tim shares his powerful story, offering guidance on how to support survivors, set boundaries, and foster empathetic curiosity to cultivate safer, more inclusive cultures.

Key Points:

[00:00:00] **Introduction and Context**:

- Corinna discusses a trending question from TikTok: "If you were alone in the woods, would you rather encounter a man or a bear?"

- She shares her own harrowing experience of abuse and the profound impact it had on her life. Emphasizes the importance of speaking out to raise awareness and support others.

[00:07:52] ** Introducing Tim Mousseau**

[00:11:20] **Tim Mousseau's Story**:

- Tim recounts receiving anonymous letters and photos of his assault, triggering his journey of dealing with trauma and seeking support.

- The significant challenges he faced with the police and his employer’s response.

- The transformative power of therapy and support groups in his healing process.

- His decision to speak publicly about his experience to reclaim control and empower others.

[00:17:20] **Understanding and Supporting Survivors**:

- The importance of empathy and not victim-blaming or shaming.

- How to support someone who comes forward with their story: creating safe spaces, offering resources, and respecting their autonomy.

- The significance of documentation and the challenges with the legal system.

[00:23:26] **Creating Safer Work Environments**:

- Redefining workplace policies to be more comprehensive and supportive of employees.

- Importance of clear reporting channels and proactive measures to address harassment and violence.

- The role of managers in fostering a culture of safety and respect.

[00:32:55] **Boundaries and Empathetic Curiosity**:

- The importance of understanding and respecting personal boundaries.

- Strategies for setting and communicating boundaries in both personal and professional contexts.

- Encouraging organizations to model and respect boundaries to create inclusive environments.

[00:39:42] **Workplace Dating and Consent**

[00:45:17] **Educational Resources and Tools**:

- Recommended resources for parents, educators, and organizations to teach consent and support survivors.

- The role of media literacy in understanding and addressing issues related to sexual violence.

[00:54:53] **Empowerment through Empathy**:

- The power of empathetic curiosity in building safer communities.

- Fostering environments where individuals feel cared for and respected.

[00:57:26] **Call to Action**

Final Thoughts:

This episode emphasizes the critical importance of speaking out, supporting survivors, and fostering empathetic and safe environments. Tim Mousseau’s journey offers valuable insights and practical advice for individuals and organizations alike, highlighting the transformative power of empathy and respect.

Resources Mentioned:

- Tim Mousseau's Website: https://www.timmousseau.com

- Joyful Heart Foundation: https://www.joyfulheartfoundation.org

- 1 in 6: https://1in6.org

- RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): https://www.rainn.org

- Know Your Title IX: https://www.knowyourix.org

- Start Strong Program: https://www.startstrongboston.org

- Sexual Citizens: A Landmark Study of Sex, Power, and Assault on Campus: https://www.amazon.com/Sexual-Citizen...

Host Contact Information:

- Email: [email protected]

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corinnabell... and https://www.instagram.com/caremore.be...

- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@corinnabellizzi

- Website: Care More Be Better https://www.caremorebebetter.com

A good combination of mindfulness, a clear mind, and circularity leads to the best life you could ever have. Corinna Bellizzi discusses how to achieve such a state with speaker and coach for entrepreneurs, Izolda Trakhtenberg. Together, they discuss the importance of practicing mindfulness and the power of meditation in running a successful business or cultivating your creative mind. Izolda also shares her own secrets to becoming present and fully aware of your thoughts and feelings, as well as the role of veganism in her mission to guide business leaders toward success.

About Guest:

Izolda Trakhtenberg believes innovation isn’t about the latest fad, it’s about creating and collaborating compassionately. This refreshing approach has made her a sought-after speaker, educator, and coach for entrepreneurs and business leaders who want to innovate. For years, Izolda traveled the world as a NASA Master Trainer transforming people’s perspectives on our planet. Her book, Speak From Within: Engage, Inspire, and Motivate Any Audience inspires and helps those who are struggling with telling their stories. Nowadays, you’ll find her speaking at conferences, looking for the next great ocean beach, or singing for hundreds of people – all while interviewing peak performers on creative leadership, innovation, and compassionate living on her hit show, Creative Solutions Podcast.

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/izoldat/

Guest Website: https://izoldaspeaks.com

Guest Social:

https://www.instagram.com/izoldat/

https://www.facebook.com/IzoldaST/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCilJA7YxYU5Dfy6ow62qGfA

Show Notes:

02:54 – Collaborating With NASA

07:43 – Mindfulness

16:24 – Business Leaders

27:02 – Veganism

32:23 – Creative Zone

43:39 – Closing Words

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Care More. Be Better. is not backed by any company. We answer only to our collective conscience. As a listener, reader, and subscriber you are part of this pod and this community and we are honored to have your support. If you can, please help finance the show (https://www.caremorebebetter.com/donate). Thank you, now and always, for your support as we get this thing started!

Innovative Strategies for Business and Sustainability

In an episode of "The Creative Solutions Podcast," host Izolda Trakhtenberg welcomed Corinna Bellizzi, to share her insights on creating businesses that not only aim to profit but also positively impact the planet and society. This episode was originally published on June 13, 2022 and is shared unabridged with the permission of Izolda Trakhtenberg. Here's what you learn in this episode:

Sustainable Business Models:

Bellizzi emphasized the importance of rethinking traditional business models to consider the environmental and social impacts of products from inception through to end-of-life. She highlighted her transition from fish-derived omega-3 products to algae-based solutions, which significantly reduce the ecological footprint and help preserve marine life.

Challenges of Transitioning:

Transitioning to more sustainable business practices isn't simple and involves complex changes in sourcing, production, and distribution. Bellizzi shared her challenges and successes, underscoring the need for businesses to innovate continuously and align their operations with their ethical values.

Education on Omega-3s:

During the podcast, Bellizzi explained the crucial role of omega-3 fatty acids in human health, emphasizing the need for these nutrients to be sourced sustainably. Her discussion detailed how omega-3s contribute to reducing inflammation and supporting overall health, reinforcing the importance of integrating these nutrients into daily diets responsibly.

The Role of Podcasting and Communication:

Trakhtenberg and Bellizzi discussed the power of media, like podcasts, in educating and influencing public and corporate behavior towards more sustainable practices. Bellizzi’s new podcast, "Nutrition Without Compromise," is aimed at exploring topics around health and sustainability, pushing for a broader understanding and adoption of responsible nutrition.

Future of Sustainable Practices:

Looking forward, Bellizzi is optimistic about the role of innovative technologies and green practices in shaping a sustainable future. She advocates for a systemic change in how businesses operate, integrating ecological and social governance as core components of corporate strategy.

In conclusion, the episode highlighted the interconnectedness of health, business, and environmental sustainability. Bellizzi’s work exemplifies the impact that committed individuals and companies can have on leading industry-wide changes, fostering an environment where economic activities contribute positively to global well-being.

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The worsening microplastic solution is endangering not just the environment but human health as well. Caroline Priebe is here to present an effective alternative to make the clothing industry more sustainable: regenerative wool. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, she talks about the many benefits of ditching synthetic materials in favor of wool, which is not only good for the environment but also serves as timeless pieces of clothing. Caroline also discusses the most humane ways of harvesting wool, some sustainable fashion tips, and the best approaches to choosing a good business partner.

About Guest:

Caroline Priebe is the Founder and Designer of Driftless Goods an outdoor apparel brand for people who like nice things and would prefer not to wrap themselves in plastic. Given the challenges the apparel industry faces such as, microplastic pollution in our organs and oceans, growing emissions contributing to climate change and a waste crisis - she set out to design a brand that values both aesthetics and mitigates those impacts. She recently launched with a collection of plastic-free fleece outerwear made with regenerative wool with styles for the whole family.

Guest Website: https://driftlessgoods.com

Guest Social:

https://instagram.com/driftlessgoods

https://tiktok.com/@driftlessgoods

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In this bonus episode, presented with permission from Forever Young Radio Show, you'll hear directly from Dr. Shawn Tassone, America's Holistic Gynecologist and host of the popular podcast: Confessions of a Male Gynecologist. He's the first physician in the United States to be double board certified in obstetrics and gynecology by the American board of integrative medicine. He holds both a medical degree as well as a PhD in mind body medicine. He is also a very well established author and his newest book, The Hormone Balance Bible can be found on Amazon and other outlets nationwide.

Key Points Discussed

Women's Health Myths:

• Dr. Tassone discusses prevalent myths surrounding women's health, focusing on hormone imbalances.
• Importance of hormone testing and recognizing symptoms that many women face.

Dr. Tassone's Background and Expertise:

• Overview of Dr. Tassone’s unique qualifications and his approach as America's holistic gynecologist.
• Discussion on his book, "The Hormone Balance Bible".

Hormonal Treatment and SHINES Protocol

• Explanation of Dr. Tassone's SHINES protocol for managing hormonal issues.
• The role of spirituality, nutrition, exercise, and supplementation in maintaining hormone balance.

Omega-3s and Women's Health:

• Benefits of Omega-3s in combating inflammation and supporting hormonal health.
• Discussion on algae-based Omega-3 supplements as a superior alternative to fish oil.

Advocacy and Testing

• Encouragement for women to advocate for themselves in medical settings.
• The importance of comprehensive testing in diagnosing and treating health issues.

Special Segment: Tested by You Campaign

• Corinna Bellizzi talks about the "Tested by You" campaign, offering listeners a chance to test the effectiveness of Omega-3 supplements.
• Information on how to participate and what to expect from the testing process.

Additional Resources

• Links to Dr. Tassone’s website, podcast, and book.
• Information on how to access the "Tested by You" campaign and Omega-3 supplements from Orlo Nutrition.

Closing Remarks

• Summary of the key takeaways from the episode.
• Invitation for feedback and suggestions for future episodes.

Links Mentioned in This Episode:

• Dr. Shawn Tassone’s Website
• Forever Young Radio Website
• Orlo Nutrition

The Mushroom Kingdom is vastly similar to the Animal Kingdom, making a lot of their compounds connected and related in many different ways. Dr. Sandra Carter has dedicated herself to fully understanding how mushrooms can restore ecosystems and help humans achieve a much healthier lifestyle. She joins Corinna Bellizzi to present sustainable practices in extracting the most beneficial elements within the weirdest and most wonderful mushrooms in the world. Dr. Sandra also talks about the impact of microdosing psychedelics, the best mushroom formulation and cooking practices, and their mushroom-based food supplement. LISTENERS QUALIFY FOR 20% OFF at HTTPS://OMMUSHROOMS.COM with the coupon code CMBB20 at checkout!

About Guest:

Dr. Sandra Carter has an extensive background in the areas of sports performance, disease prevention and health promotion through diet, exercise and integrative medicine. Dr. Carter has applied her medical background to product development and whole food mushroom formulations to create efficacious finished products.

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandra-carter-3b6b3241/

Guest Website: https://ommushrooms.com/, www.m2ingredients.com

Guest Social:

https://www.instagram.com/ommushrooms/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWRXMAQKyvD3rlboiaMoWLA/videos

https://www.facebook.com/ommushrooms

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Welcome to another enlightening episode of the "Care More Be Better" podcast, where we dive deep into the challenges faced by those with rare genetic diseases. This session features a compelling interview with Robert (Bob) Bellizzi, the founder and Executive Director of the Corneal Dystrophy Foundation. This episode was recorded in 2021, and is being re-published as a tribute to Bob since his passing quietly at home on April 8, 2024, 5 days before he would have turned 93 years old.

About the Guest

Bob Bellizzi founded the Corneal Dystrophy Foundation in 1998, originally starting as a grassroots patient-to-patient support group called Fuchs' Friends. His organization has since grown to serve around 3,000 members across over 150 countries, providing a much-needed platform for patient support and information exchange on corneal dystrophies.

Key Discussion Points

• Diagnosis and Personal Journey: Bob shares his personal journey of being diagnosed with Fuchs' dystrophy, detailing the initial challenges and misconceptions around the condition due to the lack of accessible information at the time.
• Advancements in Treatment: The conversation highlights the significant advancements in treatment methods for corneal dystrophy, particularly the shift towards less invasive procedures that aim to reduce the risks of infection and rejection.
• Patient Advocacy and Support: Bob discusses the evolution of Fuchs' Friends and how the community's active engagement with specialists has propelled faster adoption and refinement of new surgical techniques globally.
• Future Outlook: Reflecting on the future, Bob expresses optimism about ongoing research and clinical trials aimed at further improving treatment outcomes and possibly avoiding surgery altogether through innovative approaches like gene therapy and specialized drug treatments.

Eye sight can change at any age or stage of life. Annual checkups help identify potential sight or health issues, and should be considered, even if you don't have poor eyesight.

Memorable Moments

• The Power of Community: One touching story shared involves the rapid response and collaborative effort to treat a five-day-old infant diagnosed with corneal dystrophy, showcasing the community's ability to mobilize and provide critical help in urgent situations.
• Challenges with Statistics and Awareness: Bob clarifies the prevalence of corneal dystrophy, discussing the variations in statistical data and the general lack of awareness within the medical community, which often leads to misdiagnosis or delayed treatment.

Measuring Success

Bob shares insights into measuring the success of his nonprofit efforts, emphasizing the importance of community recognition and the respect of medical professionals as key indicators of their impact.

How to Connect and Support

Listeners interested in supporting or learning more about corneal dystrophies can connect through the Corneal Dystrophy Foundation's website at CornealDystrophyFoundation.org, which also provides links to join Fuchs' Friends support groups.

Final Thoughts

As we wrap up this insightful conversation, we are reminded of the critical importance of advocacy and support in the realm of rare diseases. Bob's parting advice urges everyone not to dismiss changes in vision as normal aging but to seek expert advice, which could make a significant difference in outcomes.

For those looking to dive deeper or contribute to this cause, visit our Action Page at CareMoreBeBetter.com. Together, we can spread awareness and support those facing these rare but impactful challenges.

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Nature has the powerful ability to draw you into self-reflection and put you back on the right track. This is what Captain Liz Clark experienced when she sailed into the vastness of the ocean for an intimate voyage of awakening. In this episode, she joins Corinna Bellizzi to share how her work as a sailor, surfer, and ocean advocate allowed her to fully understand her inner self and shift to a much healthier lifestyle. Capt. Liz discussed the necessary work to be done to address plastic and ocean pollution, as well as the many benefits of adopting a plant-based diet. She also talks about her non-profit efforts to mitigate the overpopulation of stray animals and the protection of marine areas.

About Guest:

Captain Liz Clark is a surfer and environmentalist who has been sailing the seas on her 40-foot sailboat, Swell, since early 2006. She is the author of Swell: A Sailing Surfer’s Voyage of Awakening (Patagonia, 2018). Liz fell in love with surfing while earning her BA in Environmental Studies from UC Santa Barbara. After college, she turned her dream of sailing the world into reality, sailing south from Southern California through Central America and the Pacific Islands.

For more than a decade, she has kept her nomadic ocean lifestyle going through writing, blogging, photography, representing conscious brands, and earning recognition as a surf adventurer, environmental activist, and captain. She hopes to inspire people to live their passions and reconnect with nature and our inherent oneness. She was featured in the film Dear and Yonder (2009), and was nominated for National Geographic Adventurer of the Year in 2015.

Guest Website: https://swellvoyage.com

Guest Social:

https://www.instagram.com/captainlizclark

https://www.facebook.com/captainlizclark

https://www.youtube.com/user/CaptLizzy/videos

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Can algae be interesting? (Hint: Yes. Yes, it can.) Can it save the world? (Hint #2: Also yes.) Give this a listen. It matters.

Special Tribute Episode

Care More Be Better Host / Ignorance Was Bliss Guest: Corinna Bellizzi

Ignorance Was Bliss Host: Kate Wallinga (Archival Audio), republished with the permission of Kate Wallinga's family

Introduction:

Corinna Bellizzi opens the episode by paying tribute to Kate Wallinga, a podcaster and storyteller who recently passed away. Bellizzi reflects on her connection with Kate, emphasizing her role as an inspiration and a significant influence in the podcast community.

Tribute to Kate Wallinga:

• Hosted Podcast: Ignorance Was Bliss
• Podcast Run: 2018 - January 2024
• Episodes: 498 episodes, over 1 million listens
• Background: Kate shared her life's journey, her battle with health challenges, and her insights through her podcast. She passed away on February 10, 2024, at the age of 46.

Discussion Points:

1. Kate’s Impact: Bellizzi discusses how Kate’s curiosity and storytelling prowess encouraged her to open up about personal and professional experiences, particularly in health and nutrition.
2. Omega-3 Fats: Corinna dives deep into the benefits of Omega-3s, their necessity in diets, and the science behind them. She explains the difference between Omega-3 and other fats and the health problems arising from Omega-6 heavy diets.
3. Sustainability in the Omega-3 Industry: Bellizzi talks about the challenges of sourcing Omega-3s sustainably, touching upon overfishing and the innovative alternatives like deriving Omega-3s from algae.
4. The Future of Nutrition: Exploring the shift from fish-derived Omega-3s to algae-based sources, Corinna explains the environmental and health benefits of this transition.

Kate’s Final Words (Archival):

Kate reminisces about a past recording session with Corinna, highlighting her initial intrigue about discussing algae and how it turned into an engaging and educational conversation.

Conclusion:

Corinna invites listeners to explore Kate’s podcast, "Ignorance Was Bliss," to further connect with her stories and contributions. She closes by thanking Kate’s family for allowing her to share this episode and paying homage to Kate's lasting impact.

Links:

• Ignorance Was Bliss Podcast
• Omega-3 Information and Research
• Nutrition Without Compromise Podcast

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The US government has started backing food as medicine for the prevention of chronic diet-related health and wellness issues. For this to yield the expected results, the current nutrition system must be revamped and transformed. Corinna Bellizzi explores this topic with food specialist and chiropractor Dr. Grace Hameister. She explains how to eliminate the five villains of society that stand in the way of achieving optimal health. Dr. Grace also talks about the importance of paying more attention to ingredient lists in food packaging and navigating the cultural shifts in food production.

About Guest:

A seasoned doctor of chiropractic, Integrative Medicine, and food specialist, Dr. Grace is a Wisconsin native who was the first Olympic-level rhythmic gymnast in the state. Her life as an elite athlete merged with geeky scientist after becoming a doctor and practicing in San Francisco and Beverly Hills for 18 years. This crazy combo has brought her to live and work in the world of celebrity, high-powered executives, musicians, gifted practitioners, and innovative thinkers who are having a positive impact on people and our planet.

Guest Website: https://foodfixr.com/

Guest Social:

https://instagram.com/FoodFiXR

https://facebook.com//FoodFiXR 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0oGkjDkMbLinWpDyXysHmA

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Many corporations and industries nowadays focus more on earning a profit and less on supporting humanity, which is what truly matters. Money is now the major commodity and human life has become utterly disposable. For Jeffrey Charles Hardy, the only way to make real change today is to secure the so-called second human evolution in perpetuity. In this episode, he joins Corinna Bellizzi to delve into this concept, which he explores in his book To Care For Peace. Together, they discuss what it takes to reach our next level, ultimately achieving an understanding that there is more to life than physical or financial wealth. Jeffrey also shares how he contributes to revolutionizing the healthcare system, how to address society’s mindless consumption, the importance of the pre-planning process, and the practical ways to make utopia a reality.

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As the climate crisis continues to worsen, natural disasters will only get more dangerous, which leads to traumatic experiences if completely ignored. For this episode, Corinna Bellizzi focuses on forest fire and the urgent need for more resilient tools to get through such a dangerous phenomenon. Joining her is journalist and author Sandra Younger, who personally witnessed the 2003 Cedar Fire. She shares how she wrote a book about surviving this deadly wildfire, losing several of her neighbors, and discovering the right process of jumping back from your lowest points. Sandra also breaks down her Comeback Formula that teaches people hurt by natural disasters to get rid of their unhealthy victim mindset.

About Guest:

Sandra Younger lost her home, twelve neighbors, and almost her own life in the 2003 Cedar Fire–-for 14 years the biggest wildfire in modern California history and a bellwether of today's extreme climate-driven wildfire catastrophes. A powerful storyteller and veteran magazine journalist, Sandra felt compelled to capture the Cedar Fire story in her book, The Fire Outside My Window. Recently re-released as an updated 20th anniversary edition, Sandra’s book has been hailed as required reading for residents of wildfire country, adopted as a training text for top-level emergency professionals, and featured by national media. Sandra is also an international speaker and certified professional coach, dedicated to inspiring the resilience she learned through her fire experience.

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrayounger/

Guest Website: https://www.sandrayounger.com

Guest Social:

https://www.instagram.com/smyounger/ 

https://www.facebook.com/sandra.m.younger.5 

https://www.youtube.com/@syounger0 

https://twitter.com/syounger

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Numerous corporations are currently in control of the world’s food production and distribution. Unfortunately, a lot of them are more concerned with raking in huge profits than making a real impact, leaving many people sick, hungry, and underserved. Award-winning chef, author, and entrepreneur Miyoko Schinner is actively working on making a huge difference in this space through her company, Miyoko’s Creamery. She joins Corinna Bellizzi to share how she courageously and loudly talks about the harsh truth on big shots bringing more harm than good to the food system and animal agriculture. Miyoko also explores her own efforts in achieving food sovereignty and prioritizing impact more than mere numbers. Tune in as she describes how she is making vegan cheese accessible to every household and her plans to create the world’s first vegan village in Italy.

About Guest:

Miyoko Schinner is an award-winning chef, author, entrepreneur and speaker. She founded Miyoko’s Creamery (which she started at the “young” age of 57), and is often credited for bringing vegan cheese to mainstream audiences. She also founded Rancho Compasión, a farmed animal sanctuary and education center for school-age youth. Miyoko is the author of six cookbooks, including the bestselling The Homemade Vegan Pantry, and the book credited for launching the vegan cheese revolution, Artisan Vegan Cheese. She is currently under contract with Ten Speed Press/Penguin Random House on a 7 th book, The Vegan Creamery. She co-hosted a vegan cooking show on PBS called Vegan Mashup that aired for three seasons. She currently hosts a new YouTube cooking channel called The Vegan Good Life with Miyoko, and was featured in a 4-part Netflix series, You Are What You Eat: A Twin Experiment. Calling herself an epicurean activist, she has worked tirelessly for over thirty years to reimagine a food system built on sustainability, equity, and compassion for animals. Her popular cookbooks, products, and thought leadership have inspired people across the globe to reconsider their food choices and take personal joy and responsibility in helping to participate in a better food system. Miyoko has spoken all over the world in far-flung places as Saudi Arabia, Italy, and Korea, as well as home in the US at Google, Dropbox, The Smithsonian, WBUR, KQED, The San Francisco Library, and many others. She is regularly featured on podcasts and interviews. Miyoko has been recognized by major media outlets as a cultural icon and food innovator, and was named to the coveted inaugural list of Forbes 50 Over 50 in 2021 as well as a “Game Changer” by Food and Wine. She has been featured in the New York Times, Forbes, Food and Wine, Bloomberg, Washington Post, The Guardian, San Francisco Chronicle, Washington Post, and many other media outlets. Miyoko has three grown children and resides in West Marin with her dogs, cats, and close to 100 other animals.

Guest Website: https://www.ranchocompasion.org/

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Earning a huge amount of money and amassing numerous possessions will never give you genuine satisfaction in life. Instead of focusing on your material wealth, you will find deeper meaning by elevating and prioritizing compassion to the world. In this episode, Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Ali Horriyat, Founder of Compassiviste, to share how he killed his life of hypocrisy to start living a purpose-driven life. Ali talks about escaping the addicting money-making culture and beginning his mission to add value to other people’s lives instead of zeroes. He also explains how to harness the power of collective impact to raise awareness about the biggest social issues of today, putting compassion and humanity above financial priorities.

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Compassiviste’s Founder Ali Horriyat left the lucrative, profit-driven world of finance in 2016 to devote himself to his vision of a society where compassion, empathy, and social impact are at the heart of our actions. In 2020, he launched Compassiviste to spread this vision. Born in Dubai, he attended schools in the UAE, France and Switzerland before pursuing his higher education in Canada. He holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in economics, political science, philosophy, business, international relations and conflict resolution, and religion. Ali is the author of 12 books, including collections of essays and poetry, with themes ranging from racism and capitalism to spirituality, love and compassion. He believes that humans must “love always, and always love.”

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https://compassivistepublishing.com

https://compassivistefoundation.org

https://compassiviste.com

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Numerous space-age technologies are currently changing how people eat and nourish themselves while using fewer resources. One of these innovations is algae technology. In this episode, Corinna Bellizzi explores this cutting-edge technology with Professor Isaac Berzin, an affiliate scientist at MIT and Founder/CTO of Vaxa Technologies. Together, they discuss how algae technology contributes to producing healthier food alternatives and reducing carbon emissions. Professor Berzin also explains how they are scaling this approach to reach more regions and become more accessible to every household.

About Guest:

Founder & CTO of Vaxa Technologies, Professor Isaac Berzin was named one the 100 most influential people by Time Magazine for his work in sustainability and climate change, Isaac is an Affiliated Scientist at MIT, where he worked on a NASA sponsored project, developing bioreactors for the International Space Station. His innovative work in GreenFuel Technologies has won numerous awards including the Frost and Sullivan Award (2006), Platts Global Energy Award (2006) and American Society of Competitiveness (ASC) Awards 2005, 2006, 2007. Isaac holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology from Ben-Gurion University of Negev, Israel.

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Most green energy projects, no matter how admirable they could be, are often impeded by a lack of funding and government leverage. Thankfully, there is one efficient way to support them using your own money: crowdfunding. Corinna Bellizzi is joined by Will Wiseman, who is making this process much easier and accessible for everyone through Climatize. Will shares how they help renewable energy developments grow and prosper, especially those small-scale and community-based ones, by giving people the power to pick specific projects to put their money into. He also talks about their transparency approach that allows Climatize users to see (or even personally visit) the tangible outputs of their money.

About Guest:

Will has spent the past 10 years in renewable energy during which time he has played every role in the solar industry across finance, project management & construction where he built 15 solar arrays. As CEO & Co-Founder of Climatize Will has financed over $2 million of community solar projects. He holds a MSc in Renewable Energy Engineering from KTH, the Royal Institute of Technology. Will is a Santa Cruz native & resident who enjoys spending as much time as possible in our mountains & ocean.

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https://www.facebook.com/climatize.earth

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This bonus episode is a comprehensive discussion from the Forever Young podcast's 500th episode, featuring hosts Kelly Cappasola, co-host Corinna Bellizzi, and special guest Professor Isaac Berzin. The episode focuses on the importance of algae in nutrition, particularly its role in producing Omega-3 fatty acids and its environmental benefits.

Professor Berzin discusses his work with algae, emphasizing its efficiency in CO2 fixation and its potential as a sustainable and nutrient-rich food source. He explains how algae, specifically microalgae, are capable of producing essential amino acids and fatty acids without the agricultural waste associated with traditional crops. Berzin shares fascinating facts about algae, including its role in producing most of the Earth's oxygen and Omega-3s, commonly misconceived as originating from fish.

The conversation shifts to the cultivation methods and the unique advantages of growing algae in a controlled, technology-driven environment. Berzin details the integration of algae cultivation with a geothermal power plant in Iceland, highlighting the environmental and economic benefits of this approach, which enables carbon-negative production.

The discussion also covers the nutritional advantages of algae-derived Omega-3s over traditional fish oil, focusing on bioavailability and the absence of contaminants. Berzin and Bellizzi elaborate on the potential of spirulina, another algae, particularly its high protein content and the ability to produce active forms of Vitamin B12, comparing its nutritional value to beef without the environmental drawbacks.

The episode concludes with future plans for ÖRLÖ Nutrition, including the development of products that utilize algae's nutritional benefits in accessible and environmentally friendly ways. Kelly and Corinna emphasize the importance of sustainable, science-based nutrition solutions and the role of algae in supporting both human health and environmental sustainability.

Overall, the episode provides a deep dive into the science of algae as a superfood and a sustainable resource, showcasing its potential to revolutionize nutrition and environmental conservation.

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As the climate chaos continues to worsen, our disconnect with the earth and soul is slowly becoming the norm. If not addressed at once, it will lead to even bigger and irreversible problems. Leah Rampy, a professor, leadership consultant, and corporate/nonprofit executive, leads the charge in reweaving earth and soul back together – before it is too late. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, she shares how to go beyond conventional American wisdom to create perfect solutions to the environmental problems we face right now without messing up the natural order of things. They also discuss how to guide the younger generations on the right way to approach climate chaos and get rid of consumerism through the smallest adjustments to their perspectives and lifestyles.

About Guest:

After giving numerous presentations on the dangers of impending climate change, Leah Rampy became convinced that something was missing from the conversations. With experience as a teacher, professor, corporate and nonprofit executive, and leadership consultant, she began a decades-long journey to understand what lies beneath our unwillingness to change our interactions with the natural world. Her growing commitment to reweaving soul and Earth has been informed by leading over a dozen pilgrimages and many more retreats, extensive reading and research, her contemplative practice, and the wisdom of the living world. Leah lives in a cohousing community in Shepherdstown, WV, with her husband David. They have two adult children.

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahrampy/

Guest Website: http://www.leahrampy.com

Guest Social: https://www.instagram.com/leahrampy/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553196486975

Show Notes:

00:00 - Introduction

02:05 - Co-housing community

03:28 - Writing Earth and Soul

07:19 - Struggling with climate chaos

12:23 - Moving forward along with the negatives

15:03 - Anti-consumerism

24:27 - The tradition of the seventh fire

32:53 - A story of sparrows

37:27 - Non-destructible solutions

40:43 - Lessons from trees

43:13 - Closing Words

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The Netflix drama series ‘Griselda’ explores the highly interesting but deeply controversial life of Griselda Blanco, the mind behind one of the most profitable cartels the world has ever known. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Colombian-Italian actress and producer Aurora Cossio, who plays the character Estella in the series. She shares what it is like to act alongside Sofia Vergara, who plays the titular character, as well as how ‘Griselda’ revolutionizes Hollywood’s perception of Latino talent and culture. Aurora also discusses her advocacy to help people gain self-confidence, unlock a positive mindset, and improve their lifestyle using her background in psychology and her inspiring Instagram account.

About Guest:

Versatile and talented Colombian/Italian actress and producer, Aurora Cossio, takes center stage in the crime drama Netflix series “Griselda,” which debuted worldwide and is already #1 in multiple countries as it streams on Netflix. Cossio portrays Estela, a pivotal character opposite Sofia Vergara’s formidable crime boss, Griselda Blanco, in the series. “Griselda,” adds to Cossio’s incredibly diverse body of work, including her comedic work early in her career in Italy; she also speaks three languages—English, Spanish and Italian and works consistently in multiple countries.

In Italy, Cossio’s comedic prowess gained immense popularity with the release of “Faccio un salto all’avana” in 2010. Notably, she not only took on the leading role but also served as the executive producer for the film. This comedy, which is now available on Netflix Italy, marked a turning point in her career as she was honored with the “Mirto d’oro” Award for the best leading role. Furthermore, her collaboration with esteemed directors and co-stars in Italy has been a testament to her versatility and talent.

Cossio has been a part of successful projects globally, including her role in the second season of ‘La Selecciòn’ and appearances in renowned series like “La Reina del Sur” and “Verdad Oculta.” Her recent portrayal of Stg Melissa Downs in the 2021 film “The Ritual Killer” alongside Morgan Freeman and Cole Hauser further attests to her international acclaim.

While Cossio currently resides in Santa Monica, California, she frequently shuttles between Italy and Colombia, maintaining a consistent presence in the industry. With her extensive training from premiere acting academies across the globe, Cossio continues to captivate audiences with her compelling performances and harbors a keen ambition to produce a film based on her life story, aptly titled “All for a Dream.”

Beyond her on-screen achievements, she has also ventured into psychology and founded the Good Morning Happiness brand, fostering a community built on laughter, love, and joy. As she embarks on her journey in the global entertainment industry, Aurora Cossio remains a force to be reckoned with, blending her multifaceted talents as an actress, producer, and advocate for happiness and community building.

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https://www.instagram.com/goodmorning.happiness

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Get to know Chef Babette Davis, a survivor who shares how she moved from a meat-eater who suffered from many health ailments including eczema, acne, digestive issues and drug addiction to become a plant-based lifestyle icon. Today, she thrives as a vivacious and beautiful woman in her 70s who looks as though she stopped the clock in her 40s when she went full vegan.

Chef Babette even opened a vegan restaurant in her hometown of Inglewood, California in East Los Angeles area. She didn't go vegan for any ethical reason, at least not in the beginning. Today, she speaks for animals, against our cruel food systems, and operates as a willing spokesperson for Mercy For Animals, and even spoke at an event on their behalf in fall of 2022. She has made it her personal mission to help people reach optimal health by eating "something alive" in every meal they consume.

We discuss the recent Netflix documentary that featured a twin-study performed at Stanford University, "You Are What You Eat: A Twin Experiment". If you watch the video version of this podcast, you will see Chef Babette in all her glory, a woman in her 70s who has had no difficulty maintaining muscle mass as a vegan and fitness enthusiast.

You will also receive simple and actionable recommendations for how you can make a bigger impact by reducing your consumption overall, and even consider following Jonathan Safran Foer's recommendation of going "vegan before dinner".

About Guest:

Chef Babette is a world-known vegan chef, fitness enthusiast, and motivational speaker. She runs a successful restaurant, “Stuff I Eat”, which was the first plant-based restaurant in Inglewood. Not only does Chef Babette have a massive fan base on social media but she participates in global health and wellness speaking engagements on a yearly basis. Fresh off her 73rd birthday, she truly is a force of nature who can do it all.

Becoming a self-taught chemist in the kitchen, Babette has perfected eating healthy while keeping her dishes tasting out of this world. Her combination of mindful preparation of food and fitness has allowed her to enjoy the meals she loves without the guilt. Her goal is to share her knowledge with others, and be a catalyst to get people moving and eating healthy! As she so eloquently says, "It’s important to not only have longevity, but to live a life of quality."

Guest Website: https://www.stuffieat.com/

Guest Social:

https://instagram.com/chefbabette

https://www.youtube.com/@chefbabette441

https://www.facebook.com/babette.davis.92

https://tiktok.com/@chefbabette

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The concept of Blue Mind has been around since the beginning of recorded human history. At present, Marine biologist Dr. Wallace J. Nichols advocates for this very concept, spreading the positive impact of water on our lives. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, he talks about his book “Blue Mind” and how being in, on, or under water delivers profound transformation deep within yourself. He discusses how spending as little as 23 minutes around water – or just the feeling of it – could elevate your health and bring happiness to your state of mind. He also shares how he uses a small blue marble to spread awareness about his advocacy, educating everyone regarding their important role in saving our beloved water planet.

About Guest:

Dr. Wallace J. Nichols (J) has been called a water warrior, one who commits to helping others access their “blue mind state.” His visionary ideas related to ocean and aquatic ecosystems, migratory species, marine protected areas, fisheries management and plastic pollution inspire others to find a deeper connection with nature and embrace inventive approaches to issues ranging from protection of ocean life to global water supply to the mental health benefits of a life spent on or near the water.

Formerly a senior scientist at Ocean Conservancy, J holds a M.E.M. degree in Natural Resource Economics and Policy from Duke University and a Ph.D. degree in Wildlife Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Arizona. He received a Bradley Fellowship to study the impacts of sea level rise at Duke University Marine Lab, a Marshall Fellowship to study at the University of Arizona, and a Fulbright Fellowship to study at the Universidad Autonoma de Mexico marine station in Mazatlán. In 2011 he was inducted as a Fellow National member of the Explorers Club. In 2014 he received the University of Arizona's Global Achievement Award.

J has authored more than 200 publications, lectured in more than 30 countries and nearly all 50 states, and appeared in hundreds of media outlets including NPR, BBC, PBS, CNN, MSNBC, National Geographic, Animal Planet, Time, Newsweek, GQ, Outside Magazine, USA Today, Elle, Vogue, Fast Company, Surfer magazine, Scientific American, and New Scientist. His book Blue Mind, published in summer 2014 by Little, Brown & Company, quickly became a national bestseller. It has been translated into numerous languages, most recently Mandarin, and inspired a wave of media and practical application.

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Guest Website: http://www.wallacejnichols.org

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http://www.patreon.com/bluemind

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No matter how you look at it, there is no denying that today’s world in crisis is in need of urgent saving. Wars are happening left and right, the environment is in a sorry state, and those in power continue to take advantage of every single opportunity. Corinna Bellizzi chats with activist, thought leader, and author Osprey Orielle Lake about dismantling today’s harmful system of oppression that adversely impacts the world. She explains the importance of reclaiming essential knowledge systems and respecting indigenous territories. Osprey also shares how women are leading the biggest restoration projects these days, breaking the cultural norm of the patriarchy.

Being diagnosed with a chronic illness seems like a death sentence at first. Nevertheless, here is Edward Miskie, a cancer survivor who proves that with enough perseverance and a strong mindset, nothing can stop you from moving forward. He joins Corinna Bellizzi in looking back on his battle against cancer and the most important life lessons he learned along the way. Edward also talks about his book "Cancer, Musical Theatre, & Other Chronic Illnesses" and his podcast “I Wanna Be A Rich B*tch,” providing inspiration and motivation to anybody who may need it.

About Guest:

From musical theatre career to cancer conquistador, Edward has performed and traveled all over the country and in some cases the world. Celebrating his now 11 year cancer survivor anniversary with the publishing of his book "Cancer, Musical Theatre, & Other Chronic Illnesses" Edward has been featured on Insider, ABC, FOX, Pix11, The Daily Mail, and more. Edward also is a podcast host on I Wanna Be A Rich B*tch, and a writer, producer, singer, songwriter, and actor.

Guest Website: https://edwardmiskie.com

Guest Social:

https://linktr.ee/edwardmiskie

https://tiktok.com/@edwardmiskie

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https://instagram.com/edwardmiskie

https://facebook.com/edwardmiskie

Show Notes:

00:00 - Introduction

01:47 - I Want To Be A Rich B*tch

10:36 - Cancer diagnosis and book writing

23:20 - Relationship changes

31:19 - Hospital happenings

35:35 - Cancer Musical Theater And Other Chronic Illnesses

39:22 - Closing Words

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With so much happening in the world today and everyone having easy access to mobile devices on a whim, humanity is becoming more and more disconnected from Mother Nature. Climate artist Alexander Inchbald joins Corinna Bellizzi to share how painting in the most unusual setting taught him that quieting the mind is the best way to commune with nature. He explains how rediscovering connection with the world requires letting your emotions loose and realigning the mind with the flow of nature. Alexander also talks about unlocking your masterpiece by getting in sync with Mother Nature, turning yourself into an active architect of your destiny.

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The climate crisis is worsening each day that passes, and yet society continues to turn a blind eye to its alarming impact on the entire planet. Climate activist George Paxinos, celebrated as the world’s most cited neuroscientist, has decided to try a different approach to catch everyone’s attention regarding this matter: eco-fiction. Sitting down with Corinna Bellizzi, he talks about his first novel, A River Divided, a story about two parties fighting over the Amazon Rainforest. George explains how his narrative aims to challenge readers to stand up and take part in the battle of nature versus nurture. He also discusses his goal to have a reset of religion, science, and culture, as well as how the ethics of scientific exploration and climate crisis might intersect.

About George Paxinos

George Paxinos is a visionary neuroscientist who has discovered and mapped more brain regions than anyone in history. He uses principles of the mind, free will, and consciousness from neuroscience to shape the characters of his eco-fiction novel, A River Divided. An environmentalist himself, his novel explores some of the most important questions of the 21st Century: Is the human brain capable of solving the environmental crisis it created? Is this generation creating the conditions for the extinction of its progeny? In a battle of nature versus nurture, which will be victorious?

Science and idealism are woven together in this novel about the search for meaning, for love, and for an understanding of what is important for us both as individuals and as actors in the environment. The characters of A River Divided will stay with you long after you read the powerful and evocative last sentence: “A Child, I will bring to the world a child.”

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgepaxinos

Guest Website: georgepaxinos.com.au

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I was honored to co-host this interview episode with my favorite doctor in health & wellness, Dr. William Li. This will be the 3rd time my loyal listeners have heard from him on this podcast, and for followers of Nutrition Without Compromise, you may also have heard from him there. It's my sincere pleasure to share this deep dive with you, as Kelly and I worked to glean important information from Dr. Li - providing tools to any listener to help them turn their metabolic fire back on - so we can live our longest, fullest, and healthiest lives together. -- Corinna Bellizzi, host of Care More Be Better.

SHOW NOTES:

The pioneering physician scientist behind the New York Times bestseller Eat to Beat Disease reveals the science of eating your way to healthy

weight loss. In his first groundbreaking book, Dr. William Li explored the world of food as medicine. By eating foods that you already enjoy, like tomatoes,

blueberries, sourdough bread, and dark chocolate your body activates its five health defense systems to fight cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular,

neurodegenerative autoimmune diseases, and other debilitating conditions.

Now in Eat to Beat Your Diet, Dr. Li introduces the surprising new science of weight loss, revealing healthy body fat can help you lose weight; your metabolism at 60 can be the same as when you were 20; yo-yo dieting can be good for your health; 8-hour fasting windows can be as effective as 12-hour fasting windows; and losing just a little bit of weight can have big impacts on your health. Eat to Beat Your Diet shows readers how adding the right foods to your diet can heal your metabolism, reduce unhealthy body fat, and result in the kind of weight loss that can increase your lifespan and help you thrive.

For more great episodes of Forever Young Radio Show, find it on your favorite podcasting platform, or visit: https://foreveryoungradio.com

To find out more about Dr. William Li and his great work visit: https://drwilliamli.com/

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This week, I'm thrilled to share a few of my reflections and takeaways after reviewing my top episodes of all time after 3 years of podcasting. This will be our 168th episode. The primary goal of this podcast episode is to connect with my audience. What have you liked over the past 3 years? What haven't you liked? And indeed what would you like to see more of?

The primary categories we've covered in this time are:

• Social Impact
• Sustainability, Regeneration and Circularity
• Health & Wellness

Generally, there have been 2 formats to the show. The first is the primary format -- interviews. The second is solocasts -- which are journalistic deep dives in to a particular topic, book or issue. The third is a screen shared commentary with a few different guests in a panel format (though these are rare). And we've also shared bonus episodes, where I have guested on other shows, primarily in the health & wellness space that I call my professional home.

Our top podcast after 3 years of podcasting are:

Tied for 1st: Regeneration: Ending the Climate Crisis in One Generation with Paul Hawken

https://caremorebebetter.com/regeneration-ending-the-climate-crisis-in-one-generation-with-paul-hawken-5-time-best-selling-author-and-environmentalist

Tied for 1st: Scary Smart: Scary Smart: How Artificial Intelligence Will Change Our World with Mo Gawdat, Bestselling Author

https://caremorebebetter.com/scary-smart-how-artificial-intelligence-will-change-our-world-with-mo-gawdat-bestselling-author

2nd:

Indulge In A More Responsible Coffee with Mokhtar Alkhanshali, CEO of Port of Mokha, Producers of World-Renowned Coffee from Yemen

https://caremorebebetter.com/indulge-in-a-more-responsible-coffee-with-mokhtar-alkhanshali-ceo-of-port-of-mokha-producers-of-world-renowned-coffee-from-yemen

3rd: Eat To Beat Disease: Reimagining Our Healthcare Systems With William W. Li, MD

https://caremorebebetter.com/eat-to-beat-disease-reimagining-our-healthcare-systems-with-william-w-li-md

So where do we head from here? Questions:

1. What do you want to see more of? Interviews? Solocasts and deep dives by yours truly? Both? Something else?
2. Do you want to continue to hear about health and wellness topics? Other topics?
3. Is there something you feel this podcast is lacking that would make it better? It could be news updates, or a second episode each week. While I'm not able to promise these things right now, if I hear from you that they're important enough, I may be able to move mountains and make it happen.
4. Who do you want to hear from on this show? YOU CAN RECOMMEND GUESTS -- AND EVEN ASK TO COME ON YOURSELF! What's the worse that could happen? I could say no -- but we could also become friends IRL the way Beth Craig and I have. The sky is the limit! Dream BIG.

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Around 95% of girls in the most disadvantaged African rural communities never completed senior high school. Rosalinda Agana grew up in Northern Ghana and experienced the lack of access to quality education herself. But now, she is on a mission to build education equity on a global scale. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, she shares how she completed her education against great odds, got a scholarship through CAMFED Association, and is now giving back to her community through her not-for-profit organization. Rosalinda talks about her work to help young people get the education they deserve regardless of race, skin color, or social status. She also discusses how she teaches farmers adopt more sustainable farming systems and small business owners to eliminate the use of plastic packaging.

About Rosalinda Agana:

Rosalinda Agana grew up in Northern Ghana and completed her education against great odds. Selected to receive a CAMFED scholarship to study law, Rosalinda joined the pan-African CAMFED Association of women leaders. She is trained as a Learner Guide, delivering CAMFED’s self-development curriculum to marginalized students. At university, Rosalinda founded a non-profit organization to support teenage mothers with income-generating skills. In 2019, she started a climate-smart agriculture enterprise, providing employment for rural women, growing and processing peanuts, soya, and potatoes. A passionate youth advocate, Rosalinda’s platforms have included the Youth Diplomacy Summit in Accra, the Baobab Summit in Kigali, and the Youth Agriculture Summit in Brasilia. She is pursuing her Master’s degree in Sustainable International Development at Brandeis University, USA.

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Guest Website: https://camfed.org/rosalinda/  

Guest Social:

https://www.instagram.com/i_am_nefertiti /  

https://www.tiktok.com/@camfedsisterhood

https://www.youtube.com/@camfedhttps://www.instagram.com/camfed/

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If algae blooms go out of control, they can cause devastation to aquatic life and destroy coastal communities. This is typically addressed through chemical-based techniques, which are highly effective yet lead to other environmental problems. Lawrence Field presents an ecologically safe way to eliminate algae blooms, which features the use of ultrasonic tech. He joins Corinna Bellizzi to share how certain levels of frequencies are targeted into the ocean to get rid of harmful kinds of algae without negatively impacting wildlife and humans. Lawrence also explains how algae respond to rising sea temperatures and how they plan to push their ultrasonic tech into the mainstream.

About Guest:

Lawrence Field is CEO of WaterIQ, a provider of modern ultrasonic algae mitigation solutions, proven across a wide range of problem areas. He brings 30 years of experience in investing and operating service and manufacturing businesses. In 2008, he led the buyout of Tulsa Inspection Resources, where his pipeline customers were governed by public utilities commissions and they utilized ultra sound technology for their pipeline inspection process.

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Guest Website: http://www.wateriqtech.com

Guest Social: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAgFbQHazxfSSaAxrncJoNg

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Permaculture is a unique agriculture approach that mimics natural patterns to meet human needs while keeping the environment on a healthy regenerative cycle. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with author and activist Starhawk who shares how this particular farming technique can save the world from further degeneration and help rebuild the soil. She also shares how the concept of permaculture translates to the work of activism, helping in the fight against a patriarchal society and taking politics out of conversations about the common good.

About Starhawk

Starhawk is an author, activist, permaculture designer and teacher, and a prominent voice in modern earth-based spirituality and ecofeminism. She is the author or co-author of thirteen books, including The Spiral Dance: A Rebirth of the Ancient Religion of the Great Goddess and the ecotopian novel The Fifth Sacred Thing, and its sequel City of Refuge. Starhawk founded Earth Activist Training, teaching permaculture design grounded in spirituality and with a focus on activism. She travels internationally, lecturing and teaching on earth-based spirituality, the tools of ritual, and the skills of activism.

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/star-starhawk-1325b37

Guest Website: https://starhawk.org

Programs Launching Soon! November 17, 2023: https://earthactivisttraining.org

Show Notes:

00:00 – Introduction

02:40 – Discovering modern earth-based spirituality and ecofeminism

09:07 – Difference between permaculture and regenerative organic agriculture

11:34 – Rebuilding the soil

22:17 – Addressing the skepticism

26:31 – Earth Mother/Pagan Goddess

29:31 – The Fifth Sacred Thing

41:58 – Reaching a collaborative approach

44:37 – Starhawk’s courses

48:58 – Fundraising for refugees

53:20 – Closing Words 

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With rising food costs, security issues and more all around the globe, more communities and individuals are starting to think about growing their own food. As it stands, simple solutions sometimes seem too far off. What about pests, water use limits, winters that are too cold and without enough light and summers that can be too hot and dry? How do we tackle these challenges? How do we grow a garden in our own home state or near our homes that can support the community? In this episode, you're going to learn why design decisions matter and how an engineering background and a balance-oriented mindset can help. To talk this through, we are joined by inventor Marc Plinke, who spent the past decades applying his engineering mindset and expertise to building better greenhouses. Marc started Ceres Greenhouse Solutions to help enable people to grow their own food sustainably all year round. Tune in to learn more about his work!

About Guest:

Marc Plinke is an inventor-innovator who started his career as a chemical and process engineer at the makers of Gore-Tex, a fabric you've all used in rain jackets. When he landed in Boulder, Colorado, he retrofitted his family's 1960s ranch house into a Beyond Net Zero Energy home. That experience led him to his second career in green building design. He spent the past decades applying his engineering mindset and expertise to building better greenhouses. Mark started Ceres Greenhouse Solutions with the intention of enabling people to grow their own food sustainably and year-round. His passion is his family, beliefs and leaving the world a better place for his kids and all of ours.

Guest Links:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcplinke/

Website: https://ceresgs.com/

Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/CeresGreenhouses/

Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/CeresGreenhouses

YouTube: https://www.YouTube.com/@CeresGreenhouseSolutions

Additional Resources Mentioned:

How Regenerative Farming Can Lead To Healthier Living With Mollie Engelhart – Past Episode

Minisode: Introducing Paul Hawken + Regeneration – Past Episode

Regeneration: Ending the Climate Crisis in One Generation

Part 1: On Building A Global Place Brand And Regionalized Food System With Steven Cornwell – Past Episode

Plant-Based Recipe Superfoods Superlife Supplements Women Reach For Your Superlife: Why You Should Count Plants Not Calories With Kristel De Groot – Nutrition Without Compromise Podcast Episode

Show Notes: (mixed raw audio)

00:00:15 How Marc built a Beyond Net Zero Energy home.

00:05:09 Helping people produce their own food.

00:17:40 Perfecting a good greenhouse design.

00:27:43 Greenhouses and traditional farming.

00:33:00 Pushing for hyperlocality.

00:41:00 Greenhouses and the pest problem.

00:53:13 Food and society.

01:00:54 A holistic approach.

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It is not surprising to find glyphosate in our bodies because it is basically everywhere. It is in the food we eat, the water we drink, the rain that falls on our roofs, and the air we breathe. Despite its rampant use, it is a poison that slowly kills us and must be eliminated from our bodies, and it all begins by getting rid of glyphosate from the soil. Joining Corinna Bellizzi is the Glyphosate Girl, Kelly Ryerson. She talks about the work needed to improve soil health by encouraging farmers to stop depending on poisonous chemicals and shift to organic agriculture. Kelly explains how glyphosate leads to anxiety, depression, and ADHD, which mainly affect children. She also talks about her documentary film and how she uses it to push the conversation about this crucial matter towards the mainstream.

About Guest:

Kelly Ryerson works at the intersection of agriculture and health. She regularly collaborates with farmers, scientists, policymakers and media to address agrochemical damage to our soil and bodies. She also started the news site Glyphosate Facts, which explains the link between chemical agriculture and the explosion in chronic disease. Kelly has contributed to several documentaries and news publications, co-hosts the morning show on CHDtv, and is a frequent speaker on podcasts. She is an Ambassador for The Rodale Institute. She has a BA from Dartmouth College, an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business, and completed training in integrative health coaching at Duke Integrative Medicine. She is featured in the new documentary, Common Ground alongside giants in regenerative organic agriculture and Hollywood icons including: Jason Mamoa, Woody Harrelson, Rosario Dawson, Laura Dern, and many more.

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-ryerson/ 

Guest Website: 

https://glyphosatefacts.com 

https://commongroundfilm.org/ 

https://kissthegroundmovie.com/

Guest Social: https://instagram.com/glyphosategirl 

Additional Resources Mentioned: https://youtu.be/6-M4Hq0MKFA?si=CuXVp5Ub-sHxU1-A

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The ocean may seem like a far-flung place from home, but its destruction directly impacts our daily lives. One man is using scuba diving to increase awareness about this matter, inviting people to take part in an exciting activity to save our water planet. Corinna Bellizzi chats with explorer, environmentalist, and educator Jean-Michel Cousteau about his work with the Ocean Future Society, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to exploring and preserving the underwater world. He discusses what it takes for society to do better in saving the ocean without causing further pollution and destruction. Jean-Michel also invites everyone to his upcoming Santa Barbara event celebrating his over seven decades of scuba diving and ocean exploration.

About Guest:

Explorer. Environmentalist. Educator. Film Producer. For more than four decades, Jean-Michel Cousteau has dedicated himself and his vast experience to communicate to people of all nations and generations his love and concern for our water planet. Jean-Michel Cousteau was invited to share his experience at the upcoming 78 Years of Diving and Discovery Celebration at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara in Santa Barbara on November 10 – 12, 2023.

Guest Website: https://oceanfutures.org

Guest Social: https://www.instagram.com/oceanfuturessociety, https://www.facebook.com/OceanFuturesSociety, https://www.youtube.com/user/OceanFuturesSociety

Additional Resources Mentioned:

https://youtu.be/VeKfrrUN8Wg?si=RUek6x8GASUzKcKz

https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/sbarzexperiences/78-years-of-diving-discovery-gala-and-weekend-festivities–9299725370

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Aluminum is the most abundant metal in the Earth’s crust. Nowadays, it is almost present in our everyday lives, from the containers of our beverages to the wrapping of our food. How is it mined, extracted, and processed? Does it have a negative impact on our bodies and the environment? Joining Corinna Bellizzi is Dr. Saleem H. Ali, who talks about how aluminum production directly affects the food industry and public health. He explains how to keep the process of extracting and utilizing aluminum safe and secure for everyone, further expanding its potential for better application in the future. Dr. Saleem also discusses how humanity must learn to shift from mitigation to adaptation as the planet continues to deal with climate change and pursue industrial sustainability.

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About Saleem H. Ali:

Saleem H. Ali was born in New Bedford, Massachusetts (USA) but grew up in Lahore, Pakistan until his college years, receiving his Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from Tufts University, and his Masters and Ph.D. degrees in environmental policy and planning at Yale and MIT, respectively.

He is Chair of the Department of Geography and Spatial Sciences and the Blue & Gold Distinguished Professor of Energy and the Environment at the University of Delaware (USA). He is also a member of the United Nations International Resource Panel. Before embarking on an academic career, Prof. Ali worked as an environmental health and safety professional at General Electric Corporation.

His laurels include being a National Geographic Explorer, with field experience in more than 160 countries and all continents; being selected as a “Young Global Leader” by the World Economic Forum and serving on the boards of notable non-profit charitable organizations including RESOLVE, Adventure Scientists and Mediators Beyond Borders International.

His books include Soil to Foil: Aluminum and the Quest for Industrial Sustainability (Columbia University Press) Earthly Order: How Natural Laws Define Human Life (Oxford Univ. Press) and Treasures of the Earth: Need, Greed and a Sustainable Future (Yale Univ. Press). Dr. Ali is a citizen of the United States of America by birth; Pakistan by parental lineage; and Australian by naturalization.

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saleemhassanali

Guest Website: http://www.saleemali.net

Guest Social: https://www.instagram.com/saleemhali

Show Notes: