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Documentary film director Laura Gabbert has made critically acclaimed films that deploy humor and emotion to tell penetrating, character-driven stories about American culture and society. Among her documentaries, Food and Country, premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival and was released theatrically in October 2024. Laura's film, Ottolenghi and the Cakes of Versailles, explores chef Yotam Ottolenghi's collaboration with the Metropolitan Museum of Art. She also directed City of Gold, which is about Pulitzer Prize winning food writer, Jonathan Gold. City of Gold was named by Vogue Magazine among their “65 Best Documentaries of All Time.”Additional feature work includes the documentaries No Impact Man, Sunset Story, and the short film Monument/Monumento. Her TV work includes the Netflix shows Ugly Delicious and Disclosure. Most recently, Laura completed the 6-part non-fiction series, The Power of Film, based on the work of legendary UCLA film scholar, Professor Howard Suber. The series premiered on Turner Classic Movies in January 2024. For the record, Laura and I know one another from “The Power of Film” as I became involved in this exceptional project as a Co-Executive Producer. Like Laura, I'm a UCLA MFA Graduate and one of Howard Suber's former students. Howard has been a guest on StoryBeat, and his episode is one of this show's most downloaded. https://lauragabbertfilms.com/www.thepoweroffilm.com 

Meet Colin Beavan Colin Beavan, Ph.D., is a sought-after coach, speaker, consultant, and Zen Teacher in the Kwan Um Zen tradition. He attracted international attention for his year-long lifestyle-redesign project and the wildly popular book, No Impact Man, and the Sundance-selected documentary film it inspired. Colin ran for the US House of Representatives in New York's 8th Congressional District in 2012, was the founder of the No Impact Project, a board member of Transportation Alternatives, an advisory council member of 350.org, and a guest professor at Sarah Lawrence College. He is the author, most recently, of How to Be Alive: A Guide To The Kind of Happiness That Helps The World. He can be found at www.colinbeavan.com as well as on Instagram @ColinBeavan. No Impact Man Experiment Colin Beavan set out on a year-long experiment back in 2009 to live environmentally friendly in an extreme way in NYC. He wanted to explore how we can live where we help others and ourselves, understand our role in the environment and climate change, and the impact we make (the inspiration for his No Impact Project, by the way). This year-long project became the documentary, No Impact Man, where Colin focused each month on another issue in the environment and then removed it from his life. He addressed issues like trash, water use, degradation, transportation, and buying only local food. In pursuing these areas of concern, another big question came up - is there a way to build a community that naturally embeds this kind of consciousness into its fabric of society? The year proved to be a powerful experiment in allowing Colin to get healthier and step off the treadmill of constant 'doing' and being glued to screens, giving him more nourishing time to spend with his young daughter, family, and friends.  How To Be Alive and Kind This No Impact Man opportunity opened up more questions that he addressed in his book, How to Be Alive: A Guide To The Kind of Happiness That Helps The World, about choosing a way of being where we're both taken care of and taking care of others. This mutual care scenario would allow for a greater sense of security and meaning, two important aspects of having a good life. Colin Beavan unpacked the deeper question of finding meaning in one's life by answering the following questions, which I encourage you to address for yourself: 1) Understanding yourself: Who are you, and what feels important to you? 2) What is the world to you, and what do you care about?  3) How might you bring these two answers together?  It's Time To Create A World Based on Kindness Much of Colin Beavan's studies and wisdom comes from the Zen tradition, a mystical practice that focuses much of your time and energy on staying deep, open-ended questions like 'Who are you?' and not knowing the answer. Colin shared about a master teacher he encountered early on who shared that the ideal is "to wash your mind with 'I don't know' soap." In other words, when you're not interfering with 'knowing' something, you can respond to how the world naturally responds. Under this practice is building your trust in the Universe. Now What's Next?  We're in times where many are confused, scared, and anxious but want to bring in more kindness. Tune in to hear a beautiful practice to stay in the 'not knowing' and call in greater connection to kindness. Final Thought Colin Beavan's efforts to change the world one step at a time led to a movement we can all join in big or small ways. No Impact Man is well worth the watch to uncover the impact we have on the world with the choices we make, even unconsciously, every day. Be sure to pick up a copy of his latest book, How to Be Alive: A Guide To The Kind of Happiness That Helps The World.     Connect with Colin Beavan Website: colinbeavan.com Facebook page:Colin Beavan AKA No Impact Man Instagram: @colinbeavan LinkedIn: Colin Beavan Twitter: @ColinBeavan   Looking To Help Others Know Who They Are and Design Their Best Life? If you are feeling a strong urge to help other big-hearted empaths get unstuck and design their best life, you've got to check out my Life Designer Coach Academy. It is a world-class four-month virtual live coach certification program that will give you proven tools, techniques, practices, and methodology to be a powerful coach. This coaching program is for aspiring and current coaches looking to fill in the missing pieces and gain confidence and mastery both in the coaching core competencies and the integrative health modalities from a mind-body science, positive psychology, and healing arts perspective. To learn more, go to juliereisler.com/certification. Sacred Connection As always, this community is a sacred, safe place built on love and acceptance. It was created to help you evolve and expand into your highest self. Please share your wisdom, comments, and thoughts. I love hearing from you and learning how you are being your truest, you-est you. 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It was a wild double-tribal council night on Survivor. Personal faves Nasseer & Evvie were sent home, while Xander maintained his comp-beast status. Brett & Danielle recap the episode including the latest in Shan's various soap operas, Ricard's rightful ascension to Strategy King, Heather's incredible acting performance & the legitimacy of stew as a reward. Later in the episode, they chat about the latest episode of Succession and Dani talks about watching Uncle Buck and No Impact Man. Follow Hey Julie on Twitter and submit your questions @HeyJulieBB Follow Brett @BrettRader Follow Danielle @Danimop

Colin Beavan is a man of impact. Or no impact. Author, transformational coach, and instigator of thought and action, Colin lived in New York City for a year with a net zero impact on the environment. He joins host Fran Racioppi on this episode to discuss his mission in life to drive people to take action for what they believe in, even if at first it doesn't seem important. He shows us that we should become Lifequester's and drive ourselves towards personal change before we can try to change others.Colin challenges us to break through the limiting beliefs and the standard life approach that society has defined for us. He also explains the importance of servant leadership, the pressure fame puts on your voice and podium, and how Zen philosophy can help us to understand that we may not be able to change the world, but we can certainly try.Colin is the author of How to Be Alive: A Guide To The Kind Of Happiness That Helps The World, No Impact Man, and one of the best historical accounts of Operation Jedburgh. Colin has been named one of MSN's Ten Most Influential men and one of Elle Magazine's Eco-Illuminators. Read the full episode transcription here and learn more on The Jedburgh Podcast Website.Highlights:-The importance of being a “doer” vs a “sayer”-The difference between an organization's mission and their vision. Mission is an action. Vision is an idea.-The four tenets of being a “Lifequester” and their need to take a stand for what they believe in within society.-How to challenge the “Standard Life Approach” society has defined for us as what we need and want.-Limiting beliefs are false pretenses that prevent us from taking action. We must break through these.-The importance of “servant leadership” and “engaged citizenship” to drive change in ourselves and society.-The loss of “agency” if you put your fate in the hands of others.-“Ukulele Approach” to learning new skills and driving change.-Zen philosophy and how Zen can teach us to try.Quotes:-"To make change we need to think about taking gentle first steps that aren't so huge and are more manageable. It's a training-wheel approach to changing your life. The big things can come later.”-“Just as I have to accept certain things about the world…the world has to accept certain things about me.”-“In community when one person floats up we pull others up with us.”-“I didn't want to write a book about how all of you people should change. I thought I maybe should write a book about how I can change.”-"The old concept of leadership conflated leadership with status. Real leadership is based in listening.”-“The real expertise of a leader is to listen to the concerns of their various stakeholders.”-“Sometimes the most generous act we can do is accept the fact that we can be publicly wrong.”-“To make change the first thing you have to do is measure where you are.”-“People can be more forgiving than you think if you are really sincere about making change.”-“We can't insist that we are praised.”Colin's Three Daily Foundations of Success:-Daily meditation to calm anxiety and worry-Envision the world as loving, kind, safe and equitable to determine how I can help the world get there today-Talk to my daughter

Colin Beavan aka No Impact Man, is a writer, speaker, consultant, coach and activist, who continuously works to help people all over the world, work and live with balance, purpose, and impact. During this episode, we discuss the pursuit of happiness and the importance of addressing social change with a balanced and mindful approach. @mykindofpeoplepodcast @colinbeavan www.colinbeavan.com

We know that climate change is a problem, but what in the world are we supposed to do about it? That's what Laura and I talk about today in Part 2 of our conversation on climate change! Last week, Laura explained what climate change is, why we don't call it “global warming” anymore, and why it's such a controversial topic. She also informed us on why climate change is an immediate problem that needs our attention right this very minute. If you missed it, go listen to Part 1 first! If you're ready to talk about steps we can take to protect Mother Earth, then listen up! To view the full show notes, continue reading here or visit my website: http://www.heartfelthippie.com (www.heartfelthippie.com) I found this conversation with Laura to be really hopeful. That might not be something most people expect when discussing the current state of the world, but it's true! She was able to give us all some ways that we can reduce our greenhouse gas emissions in our own homes, the biggest of which is to reduce our food waste by composting. But, she also reminded us that it's not all on our shoulders - most of the worlds greenhouse gases are coming from giant corporations and industries, so it's about putting pressure on them to do better! We can do this in two main ways - vote with your dollar by supporting businesses that have productive climate action plans in place, and vote with your actual ballot for candidates who will put forth money and effort towards solving the climate crisis. I never like the podcast to be too “political,” but the truth of the matter is that some of our most pressing issues are also ones that our government is working on and that a lot of people disagree on how to solve! Once again, I want to emphasize that Laura and I don't tell anyone who (or who not) to vote for in this conversation. Instead, we give you ideas for what to look for from our world leaders and how to make your voice heard. Keep in mind that this isn't just about the US Presidential Election - this is for all kinds of elections, big and small, across the whole world! After listening, I think you'll also walk away from today's conversation feeling hopeful and inspired. You'll definitely be more educated, and I think you'll even be entertained! Laura leaves us with some great recommendations for books and podcasts to check out, and she also reminds us of two important things: all of our choices have consequences, but it's important to have grace for ourselves and others as we seek to make the world a better place. Links from the show: “Drawdown” by Paul Hawken: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31624481-drawdown (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31624481-drawdown) The Drawdown Review: https://www.drawdown.org/drawdown-review?_ga=2.56043691.1626194438.1602032287-434859727.1601490736 (https://www.drawdown.org/drawdown-review?_ga=2.56043691.1626194438.1602032287-434859727.1601490736) “No Impact Man” by Colin Beavan: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6483075-no-impact-man (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6483075-no-impact-man) Green Dreamer Podcast: https://greendreamer.com/podcast (https://greendreamer.com/podcast) Global Optimism Podcast - Outrage + Optimism: https://globaloptimism.com/podcast/ (https://globaloptimism.com/podcast/) Naked Beauty Podcast: https://www.nakedbeautypodcast.com/ (https://www.nakedbeautypodcast.com/) The Betches Sup Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-betches-sup-podcast/id1342957627 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-betches-sup-podcast/id1342957627) Glow Recipe Watermelon Sleeping Mask: https://www.sephora.com/product/watermelon-glow-sleeping-mask-P420160 (https://www.sephora.com/product/watermelon-glow-sleeping-mask-P420160) Ettitude Sheets: https://www.ettitude.com/products/bamboo-lyocell-sheet-set?variant=42578697221 (https://www.ettitude.com/products/bamboo-lyocell-sheet-set?variant=42578697221) Connect with Mackenzie: Instagram:...

Society can flourish with declining birth rates. That’s what the world needs to know, according to João Abegão, author of The Human Overpopulation Atlas. He wants men and women to desire a smaller family and be able to easily exercise that choice. Our conversation with João covers depopulation panic and growth mania, civilization collapse, pessimism, overconsumption, the value of simple living, and a billboard campaign in Portugal that celebrated small families (similar to our One Planet, One Child campaign in the U.S.).   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The Human Overpopulation Atlas (and other writing by João Abegão) Controversy in Portugal Over a Campaign That Invites "To Celebrate Low Birth Rates"(Overpopulation Billboards in Portugal) One Planet, One Child Billboard Campaign Depopulation Panic: Don’t Fall for It – Episode 45 of The Overpopulation Podcast Americans Aren’t Making Babies, and That’s Bad for the Economy – by Peter Coy Where The Wild Things Were is Where Humans Are Now – by João Abegão Eternal Recurrence: The Complex Dynamics of Collapse – by João Abegão Do All Roads Lead to Collapse? – by João Abegão A Review of the book The Limits to Growth - The 30-Year Update Trial by Fire – by João Abegão João’s experiment to live a low-impact lifestyle Simplicity Institute No Impact Man (documentary film) No Impact Man (the book) – by Colin Beavan You Had Me at Childfree – new podcast hosted by Erika Arias The Overpopulation Podcast is produced by World Population Balance, a non-profit organization committed to alerting and educating that overpopulation is the root cause of resource depletion, species extinction, poverty, and climate change. Our mission is to chart a path for human civilization that – rather than causing greater misery – enables good lives on a healthy planet. We advocate and support a smaller, truly sustainable human population – through dramatic and voluntary reduction in birth rates.  We envision a world where no one suffers in dire poverty and misery for lack of enough food, water, and other basic needs. We see a world where all species thrive and where lower consumption and population are in balance with Earth’s finite resources. Subscribe to Balanced View print newsletter (please request print version only if you’re not content to get this via email/website link) Share Your Thoughts With Us Join the Sustainable Population Meetup Receive Overpopulation Updates via email        

For episode homepage, resources, free download and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/2020/07/28/how-to-make-a-difference-in-the-world-with-colin-beavan/   Description How many of us feel the need to make a difference in the world but have no idea how and where to start? In his book, How to Be Alive: A Guide to the Kind of Happiness That Helps the World, Colin Beavan shines a light on one path and it starts with this modification: instead of wondering how we can save the world, why don’t we simply become a person who tries?    Guest Bio Colin Beavan, PhD is a life and career coach who helps people and organizations live and operate with meaning and purpose. Also a writer, thought leader and social activist, Colin is the author, most recently, of How to Be Alive: A Guide To The Kind of Happiness That Helps The World. He attracted international attention for his year-long lifestyle-redesign project and the wildly popular book, No Impact Man, and the Sundance-selected documentary film that it inspired. He has appeared on Nightline, Good Morning America, The Colbert Report, The Montel Williams Show, and NPR, and his story has been featured in news outlets from Time magazine to the New York Times. A sought-after speaker by wide-ranging audiences, he also consults with individuals and organizations on living and operating in ways that marry prosperity with the promotion of peace, happiness, justice, right action and good will. The author of four books, Colin's writing has also appeared in Esquire, the Atlantic, and the New York Times. He ran for the US House of Representatives in New York’s 8th Congressional District in 2012, is the founder of the No Impact Project, a board member of Transportation Alternatives, an advisory council member of 350.org, a guest professor at Sarah Lawrence College and a senior dharma teacher in the Kwan Um School of Zen. He lives in Brooklyn, New York.    Mentioned in this Episode   Guest’s website: https://colinbeavan.com/   How to Be Alive: A Guide to the Kind of Happiness That Helps the World: https://www.amazon.com/How-Be-Alive-Guide-Happiness/dp/0062236717   Connect with the 60 Mindful Minutes podcast   Web: https://kristenmanieri.com Email: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/60MindfulMinutes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristenmanieri_/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kristenmanieri/

Colin Beavan is a Brooklyn-based writer and life coach. In the mid-2000s, he launched his “No Impact Man” experiment in which he and his wife and daughter led a carbon-zero lifestyle, in New York City, for 6 months. The project went viral, but Colin wrote books before No Impact Man (which also became a book and documentary), and has published books since, including most recently, “How to be Alive,” which explores how both science and traditional wisdom can affect our happiness. With his new work, along with No Impact Man, I got the strong sense that Colin would have a lot of insights relevant to our show (HIGB), specifically around what we want vs what we really need- and Colin delivers.

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Today, my guest is Colin Beavan, author of No Impact Man, the Adventures of a Guilty Liberal who Attempts to Save the Planet and the Discoveries He Makes About Himself and Our Way of Life in the Process. Colin has also written a book called How To Be Alive. Now, I found Colins’s book used … Continue reading "Colin Beavan: A Fulfilling Life and a Better World"

Environmental activist, Colin Beavan, and his family decided to make a bold statement: they'd spend an entire year living as close to “zero impact” as possible in the heart of New York City. They'd ditch subways and taxis, food that came from further than 100 miles away, and TV. In the end, they'd gain a new perspective on life. Listen & Learn: How the average American creates 1600 lbs of trash each year How Colin and his wife and daughter went “zero impact” for a full year in NYC What it means to redefine life without all the consumerism How to truly be alive Links & Resources: Colin's Website Colin's Books on Amazon ABOUT OUR GUEST Colin Beavan is a speaker, author and expert on environmental issues, consumerism, and human quality of life. He has spoken at companies including Clif Bar, the North Face, and Ideo. He's been featured in numerous media outlets and TV programs including The Colbert Report, Good Morning America, and Nightline. Colin has a couple of books, How to Be Alive: A Guide to the Kind of Happiness that Helps the World and No Impact Man. His documentary film, also called No Impact Man, was featured at Sundance and has been shown in theaters and on TV around the world. Nutritional Tip of the Week: Why is Fruit Sugar Bad Got Questions? Send me a voicemail here: Ask Lucas a Question Or write to us: podcast@yogabody.com Like the Show? Leave us a Review on iTunes

What does it take to achieve a successful AND satisfying life? Colin Beavan is a author and activist who has appeared on the Colbert Report and created the documentary "No Impact Man." Re-examine your standard life approach and experiment with life choices that are true to your purpose, values and passions. Find Colin at colinbeavan.com

Mr. Money Mustache reviews the documentary: No Impact Man. Episode 405: Mr. Money Mustache vs. No Impact Man by Mr. Money Mustache (Personal Finance Success). Mr. Money Mustache is a thirty-something retiree who now writes about how we can all live a frugal, yet awesome, life of leisure. He and his wife studied engineering and computer science in Canada, then worked in standard tech-industry cubicle jobs in various locations throughout the late '90s and early 2000s. Then they retired from real work way back in 2005 in order to start a family. This was achieved not through luck or amazing skill, but simply by living a lifestyle about 50% less expensive than most of their peers and investing the surplus in very boring conservative Vanguard index funds and a rental house or two. The original post is located here: http://www.mrmoneymustache.com/2011/11/01/mr-money-mustache-vs-no-impact-man Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com & in The O.L.D. Podcasts Facebook Group! and Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mr. Money Mustache reviews the documentary: No Impact Man. Episode 405: Mr. Money Mustache vs. No Impact Man by Mr. Money Mustache (Personal Finance Success). Mr. Money Mustache is a thirty-something retiree who now writes about how we can all live a frugal, yet awesome, life of leisure. He and his wife studied engineering and computer science in Canada, then worked in standard tech-industry cubicle jobs in various locations throughout the late '90s and early 2000s. Then they retired from real work way back in 2005 in order to start a family. This was achieved not through luck or amazing skill, but simply by living a lifestyle about 50% less expensive than most of their peers and investing the surplus in very boring conservative Vanguard index funds and a rental house or two. The original post is located here: http://www.mrmoneymustache.com/2011/11/01/mr-money-mustache-vs-no-impact-man Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com & in The O.L.D. Podcasts Facebook Group! and Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mr. Money Mustache reviews the documentary: No Impact Man. Episode 405: Mr. Money Mustache vs. No Impact Man by Mr. Money Mustache (Personal Finance Success). Mr. Money Mustache is a thirty-something retiree who now writes about how we can all live a frugal, yet awesome, life of leisure. He and his wife studied engineering and computer science in Canada, then worked in standard tech-industry cubicle jobs in various locations throughout the late ’90s and early 2000s. Then they retired from real work way back in 2005 in order to start a family. This was achieved not through luck or amazing skill, but simply by living a lifestyle about 50% less expensive than most of their peers and investing the surplus in very boring conservative Vanguard index funds and a rental house or two. The original post is located here: http://www.mrmoneymustache.com/2011/11/01/mr-money-mustache-vs-no-impact-man Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com & in The O.L.D. Podcasts Facebook Group! and Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/optimal-finance-daily/support

In his famous book and documentary film project, "No Impact Man," Colin Beavan, a senior Dharma teacher in the Zen tradition, chronicled a year of his life as he tried to have minimal impact on the environment while living in the bustling metropolis of New York City. He followed it up with a book called, "How to Be Alive: A Guide to the Kind of Happiness that Helps the World," a sort of twist on the self-help genre that he calls "each other help."

Author & "No Impact Man" Colin Beavan reveals how to live an impactful life, why cars suck & how becoming the "Patriarch of the Eco-Manson's" (per Stephen Colbert) gave him a powerful platform for service. For over a decade, Colin has been focused on the nature of impact. First, through his "No Impact Man" project where he actively demonstrated how to stop harming the planet by becoming more conscious of our consumption choices. Second, on how to delve more deeply into our individual "calling", enabling us to powerfully impact others by authentically living our unique gifts. In this Ownstream Podcast interview, Colin educates, informs & inspires us to know why, now more than ever, our gift is urgently needed - for the sake of ourselves & the broader collective of humanity. Learn "How To Be Alive" in this interview with Colin Beavan. The post OS4: Colin Beavan – Impact, Finding Your Calling & “How To Be Alive” appeared first on Ownstream.

Today's guest Colin Beavan appeared on The Colbert Report, The Today Show, and many other talk shows when he first started on a quest to live a good life while limiting the amount of Earth's resources he and his family used, a year-long journey documented in his No Impact Man blog, book, and later documentary. If you've ever felt unsure of how to approach finding happiness, if you've ever worried about the condition of the world we are leaving for our children, if you - like me - are unclear on the definition of the word agency and how it relates to your life, you are going to love today's's episode. Colin has a new book out, How to Be Alive, a guide to finding happiness while advocating for our world, our communities, and our families. My favorite section – dog-eared and with my written notes all over the place – is called Who to Parent, and we have a great conversation in today's episode about what those words really mean. We also talk about how Colin and his family do not have chickens; I learn the definition of the word "agency;" and Colin helps you figure out how to surmount the challenges you may be facing in your life as a parent. Click here or go to weturnedoutokay.com/078 to listen and for key links in this episode!

    This week we talk to Colin Beavan about being happy AND changing the world Colin Beavan’s writing, speaking, consulting and activism have encouraged tens of thousands of people to examine their lives to discover what’s really important to them. He is among the world’s best-known spokespeople on environmental issues, consumerism and human quality of life. He was called “one of the ten most influential men” by MSN, an “eco-illuminator” by Elle Magazine, a “best green ambassador” by Treehugger.com, and his blog was selected as one of the top 15 environmental blogs by Time Magazine. Colin has appeared on The Colbert Report, Good Morning America, Nightline and countless other TV and radio shows. Colin’s latest book is How to Be Alive: A Guide to the Kind of Happiness that Helps the World In This Interview, Colin Beavan and I Discuss: The One You Feed parable The illusion that we are separate from this world How to give energy to what is true for you How to give less energy to what is not true for you His experience as "No Impact Man." The martyr, victim, scoundrel, and hero The four psychological needs we need to satisfy to be happy Intrinsic vs Extrinsic goals The stories we tell ourselves about the world and our lives Analogical Thinking The ukelele approach   For more show notes visit our website

Colin Beavan attracted international attention for his year-long lifestyle redesign project and popular book and documentary film, No Impact Man. He has appeared on Nightline, Good Morning America, The Colbert Report, The Montel Williams Show, and NPR, and his story has been featured in news outlets from Time magazine to The New York Times. A sought after speaker by wide-ranging audiences, he also consults with businesses on improving eco-friendly and human-centered practices. He lives in Brooklyn, New York. And his new book is called How to Be Alive: A Guide to the Kind of Happiness That Helps the World.

Colin Beavan burst into the public consciousness in a huge way with a documentary and international bestselling book called No Impact Man that documented his yearlong experiment to live in the middle of New York City with his family creating zero environmental impact.That experience opened his eyes to the power daily choices can have not only his own life, but the world around him. But, it also did something else. It triggered a deeper interest in exploring many of the big questions in life, the heart of which is not just how to be a good steward of the planet, but how to live a good life along the way.Consumed by the question he spent years diving into research, interviewing people and began to realize that our ability to live good lives is intimately tied to the way we relate to and serve those around us, and the planet that sustains us. It's about moving away from materialism and toward competence, and so much more. Diverging from convention, he shares much of what he's discovered in a wonderful new book, How to Be Alive.We sat down with Colin to record a deeply-personal and passionate conversation, geeking out on stories, eye-opening studies on rarely spoken about human needs and so much more, all in the name of pulling back the curtain on what really matters as we navigate our time on the planet.

Dr. Colin Beavan is among the world’s foremost spokespeople on environmental issues and consumerism. He was called the Best Green Ambassador by TreeHugger and his blog was selected as one of the top 15 green blogs by Time magazine. He has spoken and consulted with brands such as eBay and Cliff Bars and has traveled the world speaking to audiences from California to the Czech Republic. When his film No Impact Man hit the environmental documentary scene it changed the landscape forever.

Charlie the Unicorn. Honey Badger. Coke and Mentos. Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon. No Impact Man. The Cinnamon Challenge. Gangnam Style. These and dozens of other internet memes over the years have entertained and amazed us, often many times over. What strange dynamo drives their circulation across geo political boundaries and with such alacrity? McAllister will pursue these and related questions by way of a meditation on the compulsions of memory, the innovations of imitation, and the delights of a perilously captured imagination.

In November 2006 Colin Beavan launched a yearlong project in which he and his family went off the grid and attempted to live in the middle of New York City with as little environmental impact as possible. This experiment was documented in a film and book, No Impact Man, which became international hits. His work now is focused on helping individuals to build lives of meaning and purpose. Join us for this interview in which he provides a vision for contemplative and mindful activism we all need in this day and age.

Can youth mentoring have an impact on the environment? Colin Beavan (of No Impact Man fame) looks at the role mentoring could play in environmental awareness.

In this 2011 podcast, Professor David Atwood discusses the process of developing a new program: Environmental and Sustainable Studies. Atwood talks about the definition of 'sustainable,' the UK Common Reading Experience: No Impact Man by Colin Beavan, and the wide variety of disciplines that will contribute to the program of study. This podcast was produced by Cheyenne Hohman.

Patrick Groneman sits down with Author and environmental activist Colin Beavan, also know as "No Impact Man" to discuss meditation, activism and personal empowerment in the face of a global climate crisis.

Weekly JourneywithJesus.net postings, read by Daniel B. Clendenin. Essay: *Sent for Peace: Holocaust Memorial Day*, for Sunday, 11 April 2010; book review: *Open; An Autobiography* by Andre Agassi (2009); film review: *No Impact Man* (2009); poem review: *Ikon: The Harrowing of Hell* by Denise Levertov; music review: *Dreamin Man Live '92* by Neil Young.

Colin Beavan, better known as No Impact Man, talks about the year he spent forsaking creature comforts to save the environment. Plus: Using video to take down illegal gun sellers, and how the city's decision to make it's data public will change your life.

No toilet paper! No plastic containers! No new clothes! No eating out! Beavan discusses-and screens film clips about-- his family's yearlong experiment to live a zero waste lifestyle in New York City.