How to Save the Planet

In this episode I am talking to Joanne, a psychotherapist in the Seattle area. She talks about how important nature and beauty is, how everything is connected, and why climate justice is key. Here is a link to Joanne's website: http://www.thrivecounselorseattle.com/ And here is a link to find the book, "The More Beautiful World Our Hearts Know is Possible" that she mentioned: https://charleseisenstein.org/books/the-more-beautiful-world-our-hearts-know-is-possible/

In this episode I am talking to Tom Campion. Tom is the co-founder of the active retail company Zumiez and co-founder of the Campion Advocacy Fund. He talks about his wildlife conservation work, how climate change has impacted the Zumiez company, and Tom's passion for his work. Here is the link to the documentary that he worked on called "The Arctic: Our Last Great Wilderness": https://www.protectthearctic.org/arctic-national-wildlife-refuge-giant-screen-film Here is the link to the Campion Advocacy Fund: http://www.campionadvocacyfund.org/ And here is a link to Zumiez: https://www.zumiez.com/

In this episode I am talking to Sharon, an experienced environmental lawyer and the co-founder of Our Children's Trust. She talks about how she got to be where she is now, why she helped found Our Children's Trust and the urgency of the climate crisis. Go here to learn more about our Children's Trust: https://www.ourchildrenstrust.org/ 

In this episode I am talking to Brooke, the co-owner of Bluebird Grain Farms. We talk about how she started her business, what Bluebird Grain Farms grows and harvests, and climate justice. Go here to learn more about Bluebird Grain Farms: https://bluebirdgrainfarms.com/

In this episode I am talking to Aaron, the CEO of Green Canopy. We talk about his experience in real estate, educational path, and his take on climate justice. To contact Aaron or learn more about Green Canopy, go here: https://www.greencanopy.com/

In this bonus episode I talk to Kent and his daughter Mira during their cross-country EV trip to bring attention to aviation air pollution. We talk about the impacts of aviation pollution and it's solutions, the Aviation Impacts Solutions Summit, and their organization Mira's Garden. Go here to learn more about Mira's Garden: https://www.mirasgarden.org

In this episode I am talking to Jonathan, an industrial designer and the founder of eqpd. eqpd is a Twisp, Washington based company focused on making beautiful, useful and sustainable every-day gear. We talk about his experience in the industrial design field, why he founded eqpd, and why having art classes in school is so valuable. Here is a link to eqpd: https://eqpdgear.com/ and here you can find Jonathan's TED talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/jonathan_baker_keeping_art_in_education

In this episode I am talking to Edward, a sustainable set designer. We talk about what he's learned from his work in the performing arts field and the overlap between sustainability and theatre. Here is a link to Edwards website: https://www.edwardtmorris.com/ Here is the Sustainable Production Toolkit: https://www.sustainableproductiontoolkit.com/ and here is a link to check out the Broadway Green Alliance: https://www.broadwaygreen.com/

In this episode I am talking to Milica, a storyteller and film director. We talk about her climate change-focused Virtual Reality project Tree, as well as how she and her team use virtual and augmented realities to combat climate change. Learn more about Tree here: https://www.treeofficial.com/

In this episode I am talking to Helen, a co-founder of the Mayne Island Conservancy in BC Canada. We talk about community activism and the history of the Mayne Island Conservancy. Learn more about the Mayne Island Conservancy here: Mayne Island Conservancy – fostering harmony between nature and community (mayneconservancy.ca)

In this episode I am talking to Deb, a climate activist and the co-founder of Theo Chocolate. We talk about food systems, chocolate, and some very good reasons why to go vegan (or at least eat less meat). Learn more about Theo Chocolate here: https://theochocolate.com. Follow Deb on Instagram at @thefutureofourdiet.

In this episode we are talking to Josephine, a student at the University of Washington School of Law studying Environmental law. She talks about her schooling, climate justice and what you can do to make a difference in climate change. Learn more about University of Washington's law program here: https://www.law.uw.edu/

In this episode we are talking to Rusty, a life-long activist for our Earth. He is the monthly Zoom activity coordinator for and very involved with the organization Climate Action Families. Learn more about Climate Action Families here: Home page - Climate Action Families 

In this episode we are talking to Dan, a fisheries biologist at Cramer Fish Sciences. Learn more about Cramer here: https://www.fishsciences.net

In this episode we are talking to Owen, a 15-year-old Orca defender and protector. He talks about why he fights for the Orcas, what he's up to now, and what you can do to help. 

In this episode we are talking to Ryland, the co-founder and executive director of Kiss the Ground. He talks about how Kiss the Ground came to be, and what you can do to help heal our earth. Learn more about Kiss the Ground here: https://kisstheground.com/ and how you can Find Your Path, no matter what you do, to help resotore our earth here: https://kisstheground.com/find-your-path/

In this episode we are talking to Ali, an environmental community builder and freelancer. Outside of her day job, Ali is the Co chair of the Climate Reality Project King County chapter and lead for the Climate Reality Project Washington state chapters coalition. Learn more about The Climate Reality Project here: https://www.climaterealityproject.org/

In this episode we are talking to Joe, a professor at the University of Colorado teaching a course on climate change and climate justice. Learn more about Joe here: https://www.colorado.edu/menv/joe-casola

In this episode we are talking to Trish, founder of Sustainable Career Pathways. Learn more about Sustainable Career Pathways here: https://sustainablecareerpathways.com/ And, per Trish's advice, go to the Greenhouse Gas Protocol's website and learn about what the GHG Protocol is and why it's important: https://ghgprotocol.org/ And, if you want to follow some sustainability news you can do so here: http://www.greenbiz.com/ Some of Trish's favorite non-profits are: World Wildlife Fund: https://www.worldwildlife.org/?utm_campaign=301-redirects&utm_source=wwf.org&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=wwf.org and Environmental Defense Fund: https://business.edf.org

In this bonus episode, I introduce a podcast called Read-a-thon by Anna L. In Read-a-thon, Anna explores the world of Young Adult books with her friends and family. Listen to Read-thon here: https://anchor.fm/anna-l4

In this episode we are talking to Rachael and Jeff, land stewards and much more in Duval, Washington. Learn about Rachael and her business here: https://www.wildnesswithinliving.com/ and about the Jeff's organization, the Duval Food Forest, here: https://www.theduvallfoodforest.org/

In this episode we are talking to Ed, a clean energy expert and maker of “Ed's Clean Energy and Sustainability Job List”. Learn more about Ed's job list here: edsjobslist.com

In this episode we are talking to Ruipeng, a student at the University of British Columbia and participant of Mock COP. Learn more about Mock COP here: https://www.mockcop.org/ and about The Citizens Guide to Climate Success summary here: www.climatesuccess.wordpress.com

In this episode we are talking to Chris, a nature photographer, filmmaker, lecturer and workshop leader. Learn more about Chris here: https://www.chrislinder.com

In this episode we are talking to Alie, one of the executive directors at the Tomorrow Project. Learn more about the Tomorrow Project here: https://www.tomorrowprojectus.org/

In this episode we are talking to Scott, the Vice President of the Can Manufacturers Institute and co-host of Sustainability Defined. Learn about CMI here: https://www.cancentral.com/ and learn about about Sustainability Defined here: https://sustainabilitydefined.com/

In this episode we are talking to Ryan, the co-founder and CEO of Ridwell, a Seattle-based recycling company. Learn more about Ridwell here: https://www.ridwell.com/

In this episode we are talking to Heather, a climate scientist and chemistry professor at North Seattle College. Learn more about Heather here: http://faculty.seattlecolleges.edu/faculty/heather.price/

In this episode we are talking to Sarah, the Board Member and president of Go Green Northbrook. Learn more about Go Green Northbrook here: https://gogreennorthbrook.org/about/ Green Circle Salons: https://greencirclesalons.com/ TerraCycle: https://www.terracycle.com/en-US/ Vote Forward: https://votefwd.org/ Climate Reality Project: https://www.climaterealityproject.org/ Delridge Neighborhood Development Association: https://dnda.org/

In this short bonus episode, we encourage everyone over the age of 18 or turning 18 before November 3rd, 2020 to register and vote in this US presidential election. Your vote is your voice, so use it! Here's a link to find out about all the important voting dates in your state, learn about registration requirements, see if your registered, register, and vote by mail: https://iwillvote.com/

In this episode we are talking to Jon, a 22-year Metro employee. Learn more about where he works here: https://www.kingcounty.gov/depts/transportation/metro.aspx

In this episode we are talking to Rochelle, a Physical Scientist with a PhD in Energy and Environmental Sciences from Stanford University.

In this episode we are talking to Grace, a senior at Oregon State University majoring in Environmental Public Policy. Learn about some of the organizations she is a part of here: https://www.pdza.org and http://www.yocs.org

In this episode we are talking to Mark, an environmental planner. Learn more about where he works here: https://www.parametrix.com/

In this episode we are talking to Sarah, an environmental anthropologist and social scientist. Learn more about her work here: https://nmfsafsc.academia.edu/SarahWise

In this episode we are talking to Marie, a passionate climate activist and volunteer. Check out some of the places she volunteers for: https://sandiego350.org/ and https://citizensclimatelobby.org

In this episode we are talking to Ximena, a biologist and climate activist from Costa Rica. She is the executive director and founder of Misión Dos Grados. You can learn about it here: http://mision2grados.org