Podcasts about Sustainable living

Your income goal needs an art business that has the capacity to support it. You're already putting time, energy, and intention into creating your art, and understanding the numbers behind that work can give you more clarity about what growth looks like for you. Your inventory, pricing, and production capacity all work together to shape what's possible, and knowing how they connect can help you make more confident decisions about your art business. I'll show you how to look at the value of the art you have available, how much you can realistically produce, and how many pieces you need to sell to support your revenue goals.

Local experts on sustainable topics like alternative energy sources, organic gardening & farming.

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Himkaar Singh, founder and CEO of The Compost Kitchen, about how food waste can be transformed into compost to restore soil health, improve water retention and address South Africa’s waste and water challenges. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/u3Sf7Zy or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BIXS7AL Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Understanding what collectors are drawn to can help you make more confident decisions about how you present and position your art. You've already put time, thought, and heart into developing your work, and paying attention to the art market doesn't mean changing your style to follow a trend. It means understanding where your work naturally connects with what collectors are seeking and recognizing the qualities that make it distinctive, emotional, and unmistakably yours. I looked at current purchases, bestseller lists, recently sold artwork, collector searches, art fairs, and home trends to identify five categories showing momentum right now, along with seven qualities that are helping artwork stand out across styles and genres.

On this week's Sustainable Living show, Jon is joined by Anne Yasalonis and Celia Beamish to discuss everything about growing food.

Your art doesn't have to be finished before collectors can become part of its story. You're already putting thought, care, and intention into every stage of your creative process, and that process itself can become a meaningful way to connect with collectors. I once sold a sunflower painting when it was barely more than a background and a promise, while still keeping complete creative control over the finished piece. That experience became the foundation of what I call a Wet Paint Sale, a way to invite collectors in earlier and give them a genuine reason to act without relying on discounts or manufactured scarcity. I'll unpack how you can use works in progress, thoughtful email marketing, and real deadlines to create anticipation and make selling your art feel more aligned with the way you already create.

Local experts on sustainable topics like alternative energy sources, organic gardening & farming.

Ray White in for Gugs Mhlungu chats to John Correia, General Manager at The Pool Team about getting your pool ready for spring. They discuss how to identify a chemically unbalanced pool, the basics of cleaning and maintaining it, and how often pools should be professionally serviced. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/u3Sf7Zy or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BIXS7AL Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the biggest mistake we make about waste is simply calling it waste?This week on The Lexy Show, Lexy sits down with Kirsten Junor, CEO of Reverse Garbage, a creative reuse nonprofit in Sydney, Australia that has spent more than 50 years helping keep useful materials out of landfills and putting them into the hands of artists, educators, makers, and the community. Kirsten brings a unique perspective shaped by her background in theater, costume design, and a lifelong practice of reusing materials creatively.In this episode, Kirsten shares how creative reuse became part of her life before she even had a name for it, from transforming costumes and fabrics to helping people see discarded materials as resources rather than trash. She explains why reuse should come before recycling, how overconsumption impacts sustainability, and why asking “Do I really need this?” can change the way we shop. Lexy and Kirsten also discuss repairing clothing, learning hands-on skills like sewing and making, the rise of community sharing spaces, and some of the unexpected materials Reverse Garbage has rescued and helped transform into something new.Kirsten also talks about the importance of making sustainability feel accessible, creative, and community-driven rather than overwhelming or impossible. Whether you love thrifting, crafting, sustainability, or simply want to rethink your relationship with the things you already own, this episode is full of practical inspiration.Subscribe to The Lexy Show and follow along for more conversations with changemakers creating a more sustainable future.Social Media Tags:Reverse Garbage: @reversegarbage (Instagram/Facebook)If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to subscribe to The Lexy Show, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who's ready to make more mindful choices for themselves and the planet. For more information visit https://lexysilverstein.com/

Your signature style grows stronger when you give yourself permission to be influenced while still trusting your own point of view. You don't have to create in a vacuum to make work that feels original and unmistakably yours. The artists, stories, music, films, and ideas that move you can all become part of your creative vocabulary when you filter them through your own experiences, values, and obsessions. Using Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey and its influences from Goya, ancient mythology, cinema, music, and art history, I'll unpack how inspiration can become a meaningful ingredient in your work rather than the whole recipe, so you can develop a signature style with greater clarity and confidence.

Join our hosts for Tuesday's show from 4-6pm where we will be discussing: ‘Food Security: Are We Prepared?' and ‘Sustainable Living: How Can We Waste Less and Live Better?' Food Security: Are We Prepared? How secure is our food supply when climate change, global conflicts, disrupted trade and rising prices can all affect what reaches our tables? For many families, the impact can mean higher costs and difficult choices about what they can afford to eat. Join us as we consider how Islamic teachings on gratitude, moderation, avoiding waste and caring for those in need can guide our relationship with food. Sustainable Living: How Can We Waste Less and Live Better? When something is trending, we're often quick to jump on the bandwagon. But what happens when the trend fades away? Where does all that fashion, tech etc go? Join us on this show as we explore how we can embrace a more sustainable lifestyle, one that helps us save money, conserve valuable resources, reduce unnecessary consumption, and keep less waste out of landfill. Guests: Elizabeth Robinson: Professor of Environmental Economics and Director of the Grantham Research Institute, LSE. Shuna Keen: Director of Advocacy action against hunger. Grahame Madge: Climate Science Communicator at Met Office. Natalia Phipps: Deputy Managing Director of The Carbon Literacy Project. Jess Boxall: Public Health Researcher and accredited Associate Nutritionist at the University of Southampton. Dr. Adam Moolna: Lecturer in Environment and Sustainability, Keele University; expert in marine and coastal conservation. Professor Laura Fogg-Rogers: Professor of Sustainability Engagement, specialist in climate communication and community action. Producers: Laiba Mubashar Rashid and Ahmad Dogar

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Dr Melvyn Greenberg, SAVA (South African Veterinary Association) President-elect and director, about pet training, the difference between pet schools and private training, and the benefits of helping pets understand behavioural cues. They also discuss when pets are old enough to start training and what owners can expect from the process. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/u3Sf7Zy or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BIXS7AL Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Selling more art can become easier when you focus less on reaching everyone and more on getting your work into the right rooms. You've already put care into creating your art and finding ways to share it, and growth doesn't always require a bigger following, more inventory, or gallery representation. Sometimes the next opportunity comes through relationships that already have the trust and attention of the collectors you want to reach. Using the Girl Scout Cookie Method, I'll show you how thoughtful partnerships with businesses, organizations, and well connected people can expand your reach while creating genuine value for everyone involved.

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Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Dr Cary Goodwin, Gardening expert & plant lover at Colourful Splendour, about what to plant this spring, from colourful vegetables to watermelons and broccoli. They also discuss preparing healthy soil, caring for lawns and encouraging strong roots through proper watering. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/u3Sf7Zy or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BIXS7AL Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SayGoodbye to Plastic- How Organic Cotton Mesh Large Produce Bag Can TransformYour Grocery Shoppingexplores a simple way to make everyday shopping more sustainable. In thispodcast, discover how reusable organic cotton mesh produce bags can help reduceyour dependence on single-use plastic bags while making it easier to organizefruits, vegetables, and other groceries. You'll learn practical tips forchoosing, using, washing, storing, and incorporating reusable produce bags intoyour regular shopping routine. From farmers' markets to supermarket trips, asmall change in the way you carry your produce can support more mindfulconsumption and reduce unnecessary waste. Whether you're beginning a zero-wastejourney or simply looking for an easy eco-friendly swap, this guide providesuseful ideas to help you shop with greater awareness. Sustainable living doesn'trequire perfection—consistent everyday choices can make a meaningful differenceover time. Listen until the end to discover how an organic cotton mesh producebag can become a practical part of your greener grocery routine.https://lovewithsex.me/?p=39135 organiccotton mesh large produce bag, say goodbye to plastic, organic cotton meshlarge produce bag, organic cotton produce bag, large mesh produce bag, reusableproduce bags, sustainable grocery shopping, eco friendly shopping, plastic freeshopping, reduce plastic waste, zero waste lifestyle, sustainable living,reusable grocery bags, organic cotton bags, cotton mesh produce bags, ecofriendly produce bags, sustainable shopping tips, green living, plasticalternatives, reusable shopping bags, zero waste shopping, eco consciousliving, environmentally friendly shopping, grocery shopping tips, sustainablelifestyle, reduce single use plastic, reusable produce bag benefits, organiccotton mesh bag, eco friendly grocery shopping, plastic free lifestyle,sustainable grocery habits, waste reduction tips, green shopping habits, ecofriendly products, sustainable consumer choices, reusable bag benefits, #SayGoodbyeToPlastic,#OrganicCotton, #MeshProduceBag, #SustainableShopping, #EcoFriendlyLiving, #ReusableBags,#ZeroWaste, #ReducePlasticWaste, #GreenLiving, #PlasticFree, #LifeWithoutPlastic,#SayNoToPlastic, #EcoFriendlyShopping, #SustainableLiving, #GroceryGoals,#ProduceBags, #GreenShopping, #EcoConscious, #ZeroWasteLifestyle,#ShopSustainably, #ConsciousConsumer, #NatureLovers, #HealthyChoices,#EcoWarrior, #SustainableChoices, #GroceryHaul, #PlanetFriendly, #EcoChic,

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On this week's Sustainable Living show, Anni and expert guest Kelli McGee discuss nature-based solutions to water quality and aquatic habitats.

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Sun-Kissed Mornings: An Amsterdam Market Adventure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-08-23-07-38-20-nl Story Transcript:Nl: Op een zonnige zaterdagochtend in Amsterdam wandelde Sanne langs de grachten op weg naar de lokale boerenmarkt.En: On a sunny Saturday morning in Amsterdam, Sanne strolled along the canals on her way to the local farmer's market.Nl: De zon scheen fel en een zachte bries waaide door haar haren.En: The sun shone brightly and a gentle breeze blew through her hair.Nl: Ze keek om zich heen naar de kleurrijke kraampjes die de straten vulden met hun vrolijke tenders en geuren van verse bloemen en kruiden.En: She glanced around at the colorful stalls that filled the streets with their cheerful displays and scents of fresh flowers and herbs.Nl: Sanne was niet alleen.En: Sanne was not alone.Nl: Maarten en Elise, haar twee goede vrienden, hadden haar vergezeld.En: Maarten and Elise, her two good friends, had joined her.Nl: "Dit is de perfecte dag voor wat boodschappen," zei Maarten terwijl hij naar de kraampjes wees.En: "This is the perfect day for some shopping," said Maarten, pointing at the stalls.Nl: "Ja, maar ik moet wel een beetje opletten met mijn budget," antwoordde Sanne.En: "Yes, but I do need to watch my budget a bit," Sanne responded.Nl: Ze wilde graag biologische producten kopen, om de lokale boeren te steunen en gezond te eten, maar haar geld was beperkt.En: She wanted to buy organic products to support the local farmers and eat healthily, but her money was limited.Nl: De markt was druk, vol mensen die lachten en praatten, terwijl ze appels, peren en tomaten zorgvuldig uitzochten.En: The market was crowded, full of people laughing and chatting as they carefully selected apples, pears, and tomatoes.Nl: Sanne liet haar blik over haar boodschappenlijstje glijden.En: Sanne glanced over her shopping list.Nl: Komkommers, tomaten, en groene sla stonden bovenaan.En: Cucumbers, tomatoes, and green lettuce were at the top.Nl: Plotseling hield ze halt bij een kraam met sappige perziken.En: Suddenly, she stopped at a stall with juicy peaches.Nl: Haar hand reikte al naar de portemonnee toen ze de prijs zag.En: Her hand was already reaching for her wallet when she saw the price.Nl: "Oei, die zijn wel duur vandaag," mompelde ze, lichtelijk ontmoedigd.En: "Oh dear, those are quite expensive today," she muttered, slightly discouraged.Nl: Maar ze wist wat ze moest doen.En: But she knew what she had to do.Nl: Sanne zette één stap achteruit en besloot haar lijstje goed te bekijken.En: Sanne took a step back and decided to take a good look at her list.Nl: Ze gaf voorrang aan de groenten die ze het meest nodig had.En: She prioritized the vegetables she needed the most.Nl: Toen hoorde ze iemand roepen: "Goedkope appels!En: Then she heard someone calling: "Cheap apples!Nl: Licht beschadigd, maar heerlijk!"En: Slightly damaged, but delicious!"Nl: Nieuwsgierig liepen Sanne en haar vrienden naar de kraam.En: Curious, Sanne and her friends walked over to the stall.Nl: Daar stond een vriendelijke boer met bakken vol appels.En: There stood a friendly farmer with boxes full of apples.Nl: "Ik geef een mooie korting," zei hij glimlachend.En: "I'm offering a nice discount," he said with a smile.Nl: Sanne bekeek de appels.En: Sanne examined the apples.Nl: Ze hadden hier en daar een plek, maar zagen er verder perfect uit.En: They had a spot here and there but otherwise looked perfect.Nl: "Ik neem er een paar van," besloot ze verheugd.En: "I'll take a few of these," she decided happily.Nl: Het gaf haar de mogelijkheid om te besparen en toch genoeg fruit te kopen.En: It allowed her to save money and still buy enough fruit.Nl: Toen de middag ten einde liep, had ze alles wat ze nodig had zonder haar budget te overschrijden.En: As the afternoon drew to a close, she had everything she needed without going over her budget.Nl: Maarten en Elise hielpen haar de tassen te dragen terwijl ze langs de gracht terugliepen.En: Maarten and Elise helped her carry the bags as they walked back along the canal.Nl: Bij het afscheid bedankte Sanne haar vrienden voor hun hulp en steun.En: When they said goodbye, Sanne thanked her friends for their help and support.Nl: Ze voelde zich voldaan en realiseerde zich dat flexibiliteit belangrijk was.En: She felt satisfied and realized that flexibility was important.Nl: Het was niet altijd nodig om perfectionistisch te zijn; een slimme keuze kon ook goed werken.En: It wasn't always necessary to be a perfectionist; a smart choice could work just as well.Nl: Met een nieuw inzicht en een glimlach op haar gezicht keerde Sanne huiswaarts.En: With a new insight and a smile on her face, Sanne returned home.Nl: De stad leek te stralen in het zomerlicht, net als haar nieuwe perspectief op duurzaam en praktisch leven.En: The city seemed to shine in the summer light, just like her new perspective on sustainable and practical living. 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Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Kutlwano Dikgwatlhe, Johannesburg Water’s Portfolio Manager under the Capex Department, about key water infrastructure projects in Midrand, including the Carlswald Reservoir, Erand Tower and Pump Station, and Blue Hills Tower. They discuss progress on the projects, expected completion timelines, and the ongoing challenge of illegal water connections. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/u3Sf7Zy or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BIXS7AL Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: A Gift of Light: Sindre's Last-Minute Quest for Love Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-08-18-07-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Sindre sto på Utopia Plaza, omgitt av en symfoni av liv og natur.En: Sindre stood at Utopia Plaza, surrounded by a symphony of life and nature.No: Solcellepaneler skimret i kveldssolen, mens vinden lekte gjennom det grønne takverket.En: Solar panels shimmered in the evening sun, while the wind played through the green canopy.No: Sentrum av plassen var som et grønt hjerte i byen, pulserende med bærekraftig liv.En: The center of the plaza was like a green heart in the city, pulsating with sustainable life.No: Det var som en moderne drøm.En: It was like a modern dream.No: Sindre hadde et viktig oppdrag.En: Sindre had an important task.No: Astrid, hans kjære søster, hadde bursdag om bare noen få dager.En: Astrid, his dear sister, had a birthday in just a few days.No: Hun ønsket seg noe spesielt, en liten, vakker lampe som hadde fanget hennes interesse tidligere.En: She wanted something special, a small, beautiful lamp that had caught her interest earlier.No: Men naturligvis, Sindre hadde ventet til siste liten.En: But naturally, Sindre had waited until the last minute.No: Han startet sin reise gjennom plassen, forbi fristende butikker med vinduer fulle av varer laget med omtanke for miljøet.En: He began his journey through the plaza, past tempting stores with windows full of goods made with care for the environment.No: "Hvordan skal jeg klare dette i tide?En: "How am I going to manage this in time?"No: " tenkte han og kikket på klokken.En: he thought, glancing at the clock.No: Den tikket faretruende mot stengetid.En: It was ticking threateningly towards closing time.No: Ryktene sa at det var én butikk igjen som fortsatt kunne ha lampen inne.En: Rumor had it there was one store left that might still have the lamp in stock.No: På den andre siden av Plaza, i en liten hjørnebutikk, ventet kanskje redningen.En: On the other side of the Plaza, perhaps salvation awaited in a small corner shop.No: Sindre satte av gårde, beina hans travle og lette, men hjertet hans tungt av bekymring.En: Sindre set off, his legs busy and light, but his heart heavy with worry.No: Han gled gjennom menneskemengdene, som en fisk i en elv, veien hans ble opplyst av de sene sommerstrålene.En: He glided through the crowds, like a fish in a river, his path illuminated by the late summer rays.No: Endelig, med bare minutter igjen, strenet han inn i butikken.En: Finally, with just minutes left, he rushed into the store.No: Der, bak disken, sto Tuva.En: There, behind the counter, stood Tuva.No: Hun møtte ham med et varmt smil.En: She greeted him with a warm smile.No: Hennes krøller var som solstråler, og øynene lyktes med vennlighet.En: Her curls were like sunbeams, and her eyes sparkled with kindness.No: "Hei, hvordan kan jeg hjelpe deg?En: "Hi, how can I help you?"No: " spurte hun imøtekommende.En: she inquired warmly.No: Sindre forklarte sin situasjon, akkompagnert av litt nervøs latter.En: Sindre explained his situation, accompanied by a bit of nervous laughter.No: Han hadde ikke mye penger igjen, men ønsket så sterkt å få lampen til Astrid.En: He didn't have much money left, but he so dearly wanted to get the lamp for Astrid.No: Tuva tenkte seg om et øyeblikk og så på ham med et klokt blikk.En: Tuva thought for a moment and looked at him with a wise gaze.No: "Har du noe du kan tilby i bytte?En: "Do you have something you can offer in exchange?"No: " forhørte hun seg forsiktig.En: she asked cautiously.No: Sindre stoppet opp et øyeblikk, så kom han på noe han kunne gjøre: "Jeg er veldig flink med planter.En: Sindre paused for a moment, then thought of something he could do: "I'm really good with plants.No: Kanskje jeg kan hjelpe deg med hagen?En: Maybe I could help you with the garden?"No: "Tuva lyste opp.En: Tuva lit up.No: "Det hadde vært perfekt!En: "That would be perfect!No: Hagen bak har alltid trengt litt kjærlighet.En: The garden out back has always needed a little love.No: En handel er en handel!En: A deal is a deal!"No: " Hun fant lampen for Sindre, og de inngikk avtalen.En: She found the lamp for Sindre, and they reached an agreement.No: Begge smilte, fornøyde med løsningen.En: Both smiled, satisfied with the solution.No: Med lampen i hånd returnerte Sindre til Astrids hus.En: With the lamp in hand, Sindre returned to Astrid's house.No: Han kunne ikke vente med å se hennes reaksjon.En: He couldn't wait to see her reaction.No: Da han overrakte gaven, kunne han se overraskelse og glede i øynene hennes.En: When he presented the gift, he could see surprise and joy in her eyes.No: "Tusen takk, Sindre," sa hun, med en klem som snakket mer enn ord.En: "Thank you so much, Sindre," she said, with a hug that spoke more than words.No: På slutten av dagen hadde Sindre ikke bare sikret en gave, men også noe mer dyrebart – en nærmere og varmere relasjon med Astrid.En: By the end of the day, Sindre had not only secured a gift but also something more precious—a closer and warmer relationship with Astrid.No: Han hadde lært en viktig lekse.En: He had learned an important lesson.No: Noen ganger handler det ikke om penger, men om tiden og innsatsen vi legger ned for de vi bryr oss om.En: Sometimes it's not about the money but about the time and effort we put in for those we care about.No: Fra den dagen av, lovet Sindre å ikke la ting skure til siste minutt, og å alltid sette pris på hjelp fra vennlige mennesker som Tuva.En: From that day on, Sindre promised not to let things slide until the last minute and to always appreciate help from kind people like Tuva. Vocabulary Words:symphony: symfonisolar panels: solcellepanelershimmered: skimretcanopy: takverkpulsating: pulserendesustainable: bærekraftigtempting: fristendethreateningly: faretruendeclosing time: stengetidsalvation: frelseilluminated: opplystsparkled: lyktesnervous: nervøsgaze: blikkexchange: byttecautiously: forsiktigaccompanying: akkompagnertpaused: stoppet oppwise: kloktdeal: handelsolution: løsningreaction: reaksjoneffort: innsatsappreciate: sette pris påcrowds: menneskemengderglided: gledaffection: kjærlighetsecured: sikretprecious: dyrebartrelationship: relasjon

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Dr Linton Munyai, Senior Lecturer in Water Resource Management at the University of Limpopo, about the growing impact of plastic waste on livestock, farmers and rural communities. They explore how inadequate waste collection and service delivery can lead to plastic waste accumulating in grazing fields, where livestock may consume it, putting their health at risk and creating wider economic and social challenges for farmers and rural communities. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land. Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/u3Sf7Zy or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BIXS7AL Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, host Gabrielle Crichlow engages with guest Axay Shah to challenge conventional eating habits. They investigate the compelling argument that if a food item does not originate from Mother Nature, it has no place on our plates. By intertwining ancient wisdom with modern nutritional insights, they provide a roadmap for cultivating a lifestyle that prioritizes living foods and actively avoids harmful substances.Who is Axay Shah?Axay Shah is a dedicated raw foodist and researcher with nearly two decades of experience studying the intersection of nature and human biology. His work, recognized by the Library of Congress and supported by leading medical professionals, including Dr. Shrenik Shah, is driven by his mission to help one million people reclaim their vitality. By bridging the gap between ancient dietary wisdom and modern nutritional science, Axay draws on 16 years of personal practice and research into raw foodism to provide a “biological backbone” for the plant-based community, demonstrating that living foods are the ultimate fuel for the human body.You can find Axay Shah:On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RawFoodiestGuruOn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rawfoodiest/On X: https://x.com/RawFoodiestOn YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RawFoodiestOn GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/19980619.Axay_ShahAxay Shaw's book, "In Nature We Trust: A Raw Food Manifesto for Energy, Healing & Longevity," is an #1 Amazon Best Seller in the The Scientific Manifesto for Energy, Healing & Longevity category. Purchase his book here: https://a.co/d/0hriRnKxHere's his book on Kirkus Star Review: https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/axay-shah/in-nature-we-trust/= PROMO =The giveaway is hosted on Goodreads. Listeners simply visit the link below and click "Enter Giveaway" to be entered to win one of 100 FREE Kindle copies of "IN NATURE WE TRUST."GIVEAWAY LINK: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/250233293-in-nature-we-trustDETAILS:

Shop my all-natural skincare products at Arvoti.com.Your clothes and bed sheets touch your skin more than almost anything else, so why have we stopped asking what they're made of? For thousands of years, clothing came straight from nature: linen from flax, cotton from the plant, wool from sheep.In the last century, synthetic fibers like polyester, spandex, and acrylic took over our closets, and most of us have never stopped to ask what that shift might be doing to us.In this episode, I break down the difference between natural and synthetic fibers, and why our skin (our largest organ) reacts so differently to each. I also share a surprising study linking polyester garments to lower fertility in dogs, and dig into the chemical treatments hiding in modern textiles, from flame retardants to stain-resistant coatings.This isn't about tossing your whole wardrobe overnight. It's about small, sustainable swaps, like linen sheets and wool blankets, that add up over time.If you've never thought twice about the fabric touching your skin all day, this episode might just change that.You'll Learn:[0:00] Introduction[2:00] Most people couldn't tell you what fabric their clothes are made from[4:01] Why clothing changed 100 years ago, just like our food system did[5:36] Breathable natural fibers regulate temperature in ways synthetics can't[8:02] The polyester dog fertility study that should make you pay attention[9:42] The lymph and circulation effects of sweating in spandex leggings[11:56] The hidden flame retardants and toxic chemical treatments coating your clothes[14:07] Swapping fibers gradually, without throwing your whole wardrobe away[15:56] The idea that different fabrics carry different frequenciesRelated Gubba Homestead Episodes:These Secrets Hidden in Mainstream History Reveal A Dark PatternFind more from Gubba:Gubba Homestead | X | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | WebsiteGubba Homestead Products | Shop

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!In this episode, Wendy sits down with Kate Assaraf, founder of Dipped—a plastic-free shampoo and conditioner bar company born from 20 years in the beauty industry and a decade of frustration. In 2014, Kate discovered something most people don't know: plastic is way more problematic than the average consumers know. Recycling is a farce. Plastic leaches chemicals into our bloodstream and messes with our endocrine systems. But instead of guilt-tripping people into sustainability, she built something radical: a product so good, people switch for quality and savings first, then realize it's plastic-free as a bonus.They explore:Why most sustainable beauty products fail: they're made for a specific avatar (linen-wearing boho) and disappoint people switching from expensive hair careBuilding a brand on integrity, not influencers: no UGC actors, no AI, only actual paying customers. Result: 0.006% return rate.Reinvesting in local economy: money spent at zero-waste stores stays in your community, supports your fire department and schools, brings back face-to-face commerceKate's philosophy is simple: don't guilt people into doing the right thing. Give them really good stuff. Treat smart women like smart women. Let quality and integrity be your marketing. The scaffolding is strong, the messaging is real, and people buy it over and over again.Connect with Kate:DipAlready.comInstagram: instagram.com/dipalreadyLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kate-assaraf-b25a741a7Referenced in this Episode:HiBar: hellohibar.comBite: bitetoothpastebits.com________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with Wendy:LinkedinInstagram: @wendy.harropFacebook: Phineas Wright HouseWebsite: Phineas Wright House PWH Farm StaysPWH Curated Experience and TravelInterested in being a guest on the show? Send your pitch to podcast@phineaswrighthouse.comPodcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!In this episode, Wendy sits down with Jossie Haines, a former Apple engineer who led teams on Siri, won a technical Emmy, and looked like she had it all figured out, until she realized the cost. After years in the frenetic tech industry where success equals hours worked and busyness is a badge of honor, she left. Then she took six months off and discovered something radical: she didn't have to keep living that way.They explore:Why hustle culture is a lie: career success doesn't have to come at the cost of your nervous systemPractical tools that actually work: worry dumps, scheduled worry time, and nervous system regulationHow to build both: the career success AND the personal wellbeing, not choosing between themJossie's work now centers on helping people, especially high-achievers in tech, understand that both sides of the equation matter. Burnout isn't inevitable. Your nervous system can be regulated even while you're doing ambitious work. It just takes intention, tools, and permission to step away from the myth that productivity equals worth.Connect with Jossie:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jossiemannJossieHaines.comReferenced in this Episode:Cake on Tuesday Podcast by Elizabeth Bieniek: podcast.cakeontuesday.comPositive Intelligence by Shirzad Chamine: amazon.com/dp/1608322785?tag=syty-20________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with Wendy:LinkedinInstagram: @wendy.harropFacebook: Phineas Wright HouseWebsite: Phineas Wright House PWH Farm StaysPWH Curated Experience and TravelInterested in being a guest on the show? Send your pitch to podcast@phineaswrighthouse.comPodcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Eliza Foo, who leads impact investing at Temasek, the Singapore-based global investment company whose asset base recently crossed $400 billion, joins David Bank.They speak about Temasek's mission, Singapore's impact ecosystem, and what's next in emerging markets impact investing. And she shares her advice for asset allocators still skeptical about impact.

Send us Fan MailChoosing Land for Preparedness in 2026: The Biggest Mistakes Most People MakeThinking about buying rural land for preparedness? Don't sign the paperwork until you hear this.In this episode of The Prepping Academy Podcast, Forrest Garvin explains how choosing survival property has changed in 2026 and why many of the old rules no longer apply. From water availability and soil quality to community, security, access, and long-term sustainability, you'll learn the critical factors that separate a smart preparedness investment from an expensive mistake.You'll discover why buying the most remote property isn't always the best choice, how population shifts are changing rural areas, and the simple framework Forrest uses to evaluate whether land can truly support your family during uncertain times.Whether you're searching for a bug-out location, a future homestead, or land for your preparedness group, this episode will help you avoid costly mistakes and make informed decisions with confidence.In this episode, you'll learn:Why is preparedness land different in 2026The #1 mistake buyers make when evaluating propertyHow to assess water, access, and sustainabilityWhy can community be more valuable than isolationA simple four-question framework for evaluating any propertyThe differences between family retreats and group preparedness landIf you're serious about preparedness, survival planning, homesteading, or building a resilient future, this episode is packed with practical advice you can use before purchasing your next piece of land.https://preppernet.com/https://preppersconsulting.com/https://forrestgarvin.com/bookshttps://preppingacademy.com/Podcast Tags:preparedness, prepper, survival, homesteading, bug out location, survival retreat, preparedness land, rural property, off grid, self-reliance, land buying, emergency preparedness, water security, homestead planning, sustainable living, community preparedness, survival property, prepper land, defensive property, The Prepping Academy Podcast Join PrepperNet.Net - https://www.preppernet.netPrepperNet is an organization of like-minded individuals who believe in personal responsibility, individual freedoms and preparing for disasters of all origins.PrepperNet Support the showPlease give us 5 Stars! www.preppingacademy.com Daily deals for preppers, survivalists, off-gridders, homesteaders  https://prepperfinds.com www.preppernet.com

Fluent Fiction - French: Blooming After the Storm: Amélie's Journey to Resilience Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2026-07-18-22-34-01-fr Story Transcript:Fr: L'air était doux à la ferme des fleurs.En: The air was gentle at la ferme des fleurs.Fr: Le ciel était d'un bleu éclatant sauf quelques nuages gris menaçants.En: The sky was a brilliant blue except for a few threatening gray clouds.Fr: C'était une belle journée d'été après la fête nationale française, le jour où Amélie arriva pour un atelier de jardinage avec enthousiasme.En: It was a beautiful summer day after la fête nationale française, the day when Amélie arrived for a gardening workshop with enthusiasm.Fr: Elle était passionnée par l'environnement et voulait apprendre à créer son propre jardin biologique.En: She was passionate about the environment and wanted to learn how to create her own organic garden.Fr: Amélie marchait entre les rangées de fleurs et de plantes verdoyantes, l'odeur de la terre fraîche et des fleurs l'enivrant.En: Amélie walked between rows of flowers and lush plants, the smell of fresh earth and flowers intoxicating her.Fr: Elle sentait son cœur battre rapidement, impatiente de commencer.En: She felt her heart beating quickly, eager to start.Fr: Lucas, l'instructeur de l'atelier, expliquait les bases du jardinage durable.En: Lucas, the workshop instructor, explained the basics of sustainable gardening.Fr: À ses côtés, Clémence, une autre participante, écoutait attentivement.En: Beside him, Clémence, another participant, listened attentively.Fr: Mais lorsque Lucas a commencé à parler de permaculture, Amélie a senti son enthousiasme vaciller.En: But when Lucas began talking about permaculture, Amélie felt her enthusiasm waver.Fr: Les termes et techniques semblaient complexes.En: The terms and techniques seemed complex.Fr: Elle doutait de ses capacités à intégrer tout ce qu'elle apprenait.En: She doubted her abilities to absorb everything she was learning.Fr: Elle leva la main.En: She raised her hand.Fr: « Excusez-moi, Lucas, c'est un peu difficile pour moi.En: "Excuse me, Lucas, it's a bit difficult for me.Fr: Pourriez-vous m'aider après l'atelier ?En: Could you help me after the workshop?"Fr: » demanda-t-elle timidement.En: she asked timidly.Fr: Lucas sourit chaleureusement.En: Lucas smiled warmly.Fr: « Bien sûr, Amélie.En: "Of course, Amélie.Fr: Je serai ravi de vous aider.En: I'd be delighted to help you."Fr: » Amélie décida de rester plus longtemps après la fin de l'atelier.En: Amélie decided to stay longer after the workshop ended.Fr: Les nuages sombres devenaient de plus en plus menaçants.En: The dark clouds were becoming more and more threatening.Fr: Une tempête d'été s'annonçait.En: A summer storm was approaching.Fr: Amélie et Lucas travaillaient alors en tandem, déplaçant les semis sous un abri pour les protéger de la pluie imminente.En: Amélie and Lucas then worked in tandem, moving seedlings under a shelter to protect them from the impending rain.Fr: Les éclairs illuminaient furtivement le ciel.En: Lightning furtively illuminated the sky.Fr: Cela lui parut effrayant mais révélateur.En: It seemed frightening yet revealing to her.Fr: Travailler ainsi sous une pluie battante, sentir le sol boueux sous ses pieds, l'aida à comprendre la résilience de la nature.En: Working like this under pouring rain, feeling the muddy ground under her feet, helped her understand the resilience of nature.Fr: Elle comprit soudainement l'importance de l'équilibre délicat dans le jardinage.En: She suddenly grasped the importance of the delicate balance in gardening.Fr: Finalement, la tempête passa.En: Finally, the storm passed.Fr: Le soleil coucha quittait les nuages lentement, inondant la ferme d'une lumière dorée.En: The setting sun slowly left the clouds, flooding the farm with golden light.Fr: Amélie observa les semis intacts et non endommagés, illuminés par les derniers rayons du soleil.En: Amélie observed the intact and undamaged seedlings, illuminated by the sun's last rays.Fr: Elle ressentit une vague de confiance renouvelée en ses capacités.En: She felt a wave of renewed confidence in her abilities.Fr: Elle se retourna vers Lucas avec un sourire radieux.En: She turned to Lucas with a radiant smile.Fr: « Merci.En: "Thank you.Fr: Je comprends maintenant que la patience et la persévérance sont essentielles.En: I understand now that patience and perseverance are essential.Fr: Je suis prête à commencer mon jardin chez moi.En: I am ready to start my garden at home."Fr: » Lucas hocha la tête.En: Lucas nodded.Fr: « Vous avez fait un excellent travail, Amélie.En: "You did excellent work, Amélie.Fr: Vous allez réussir.En: You're going to succeed."Fr: » Amélie quitta la ferme ce jour-là, sereine et confiante.En: Amélie left the farm that day, serene and confident.Fr: Elle avait appris une leçon précieuse sur la nature et sur elle-même.En: She had learned a valuable lesson about nature and about herself.Fr: La tempête qui avait menacé s'était transformée en un enseignement précieux.En: The storm that had threatened had transformed into a precious teaching. Vocabulary Words:the farm: la fermethe flowers: les fleursthreatening: menaçantsenthusiasm: l'enthousiasmepassionate: passionnéeorganic: biologiquethe rows: les rangéeslush: verdoyantesintoxicating: enivranteager: impatientesustainable: durablethe participant: la participantepermeculture: la permacultureto doubt: doutertimidly: timidementthe storm: la tempêtethe seedlings: les semisthe shelter: l'abriimpending: imminentefurtively: furtivementthe lightning: les éclairsfrightening: effrayantrevealing: révélateurthe mud: le sol boueuxresilience: résiliencethe balance: l'équilibreundamaged: non endommagésrenewed: renouveléepatience: la patienceperseverance: la persévérance

Fluent Fiction - Hebrew: Rain's Resilience: Discoveries in Yaar Ha'Amazons' Market Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/he/episode/2026-06-29-22-34-01-he Story Transcript:He: אליאנה, נועם ושירה הלכו בשוק המקומי שבקצה יער האמזונס.En: Eliana, Noam, and Shira walked through the local market at the edge of the Yaar Ha'Amazons.He: מסביבם התפשטו עצים גבוהים וציפורים צבעוניות, ונהר רחוק זרם בשקט.En: Around them, tall trees and colorful birds spread out, and a distant river flowed quietly.He: השוק היה מלא חיים.En: The market was full of life.He: סביבם, רוכלים מכרו פירות טריים וסחורות בעבודת יד.En: Around them, vendors sold fresh fruits and handmade goods.He: אליאנה, ביולוגית סקרנית והרפתקנית, רצתה לאסוף דגימות צמחים למחקר שלה.En: Eliana, a curious and adventurous biologist, wanted to collect plant samples for her research.He: אך בלבה הייתה דאגה: היא לא רצתה שהמחקרים שלה יפגעו בסביבה.En: But in her heart, there was a concern: she didn't want her research to harm the environment.He: נועם, מדריך מוכר ביער, דאג ללוגיסטיקה והכיר כל פינה ביער הגשם.En: Noam, a well-known guide in the forest, handled the logistics and knew every corner of the rainforest.He: הוא התמקד לעזור לקבוצה, אבל בתוכו בערה תשוקה להגן על האדמה.En: He focused on helping the group, but within him burned a passion to protect the land.He: שירה, אמנית נלהבת, חיפשה השראה מהטבע, אך נאבקה עם חוסר וודאות בנוגע לכיוון היצירתי שלה.En: Shira, an enthusiastic artist, sought inspiration from nature but struggled with uncertainty about her creative direction.He: כשעיינו בדוכנים, אליאנה הבחינה שדברים חיוניים חסרים.En: As they browsed the stalls, Eliana noticed that essential items were missing.He: הם שאלו את המקומיים על חלופות ידידותיות לסביבה.En: They asked the locals about eco-friendly alternatives.He: אליאנה הבינה שהיא חייבת לשתף פעולה עם המקומיים כדי למצוא שיטות ברות קיימא.En: Eliana realized she must collaborate with the locals to find sustainable methods.He: פתאום שמיים התכסו בעננים כבדים והתחיל גשם שוטף.En: Suddenly, the sky was covered with heavy clouds and a torrential rain began.He: הם נלכדו בשוק, והדרך חזרה למחנה הייתה בלתי אפשרית.En: They were trapped in the market, and the way back to the camp was impossible.He: נועם, במהירות ובתבונה, הציע דרכים בטוחות למצוא מחסה מזגוגיות השוק המיועדות לרגעים כאלה.En: Noam, quickly and wisely, suggested safe ways to find shelter using the market's canopies designed for such moments.He: הם שוחחו עם הסוחרים ולמדו מהם כיצד לשרוד בחוץ בסערה.En: They talked with the vendors and learned from them how to survive outdoors in a storm.He: עם הזמן, הגשם נחלש והם הצליחו לצאת לדרך החוצה.En: Over time, the rain weakened, and they managed to make their way out.He: התחושה של הגשם המתמתח הפכה לחוויה מחברת ביניהם לבין הקהילייה המקומית.En: The feeling of the stretching rain became a bonding experience between them and the local community.He: כשהם חזרו למחנה, היו בידם לא רק אספקה אלא גם ידע חדש וחברויות חדשות.En: When they returned to the camp, they had not only supplies but also new knowledge and new friendships.He: אליאנה חזרה עם הבנה עמוקה יותר של האיזון העדין בין מחקר ושימור.En: Eliana returned with a deeper understanding of the delicate balance between research and conservation.He: היא החליטה להקדיש את עצמה לעבודה שלא רק לומדת על הסביבה, אלא גם מגנה עליה.En: She decided to dedicate herself to work that not only studies the environment but also protects it.He: השיעור הזה השפיע על כל עבודתה בעתיד.En: This lesson affected all her future work. Vocabulary Words:local: מקומיmarket: שוקedge: קצהquietly: בשקטvendors: רוכליםfruits: פירותcurious: סקרניתadventurous: הרפתקניתsamples: דגימותconcern: דאגהharm: יפגעוguide: מדריךlogistics: לוגיסטיקהcorner: פינהfocused: התמקדprotect: להגןenthusiastic: נלהבתinspiration: השראהstruggled: נאבקהuncertainty: חוסר וודאותalternatives: חלופותeco-friendly: ידידותיות לסביבהcollaborate: לשתף פעולהsustainable: ברות קיימאtorrential: שוטףtrapped: נלכדוshelter: מחסהbonding: מחברתsupplies: אספקהconservation: שימורBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fluent-fiction-hebrew--5818690/support.

What if the most sustainable thing in your closet isn't something new, but something already hanging there?On this episode of Fashion That Gives A Damn, Lexy sits down with Vanessa Sanchez, co-founder of Bonnie, a clothing swap app built to help people refresh their wardrobe without spending money or feeding fast fashion. Vanessa has spent her career thinking about overconsumption, and Bonnie is her answer: a social, swap-first alternative to shopping and resale apps.They dig into why most people only wear a fraction of what they own, the sentimental pieces we can't let go of, and how repair culture and thrifting fit into a bigger sustainable wardrobe strategy. Vanessa shares the story behind Bonnie, why she built a swap platform instead of another resale app, and why swapping feels more social and more fun than shopping ever did. They also get into closet clean-out strategies, no-buy challenges, and why overconsumption keeps winning even among people who genuinely care about sustainability.By the end, you'll know how to start swapping instead of shopping, and why your next wardrobe refresh doesn't have to cost anything or create more waste.Follow BONNEE on social media @SwapBonneeIf you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to subscribe to The Lexy Show, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who's ready to make more mindful choices for themselves and the planet.

This is the sixth and final talk in a series on well-being, emphasizing that materialistic approaches to addressing wellbeing only provide temporary relief from unhappiness or suffering, rather than permanent solutions. True well-being requires incorporating spiritual solutions, as attempts to address well-being without spirituality are fundamentally flawed. The speaker explained that in dharmic traditions, there is a fundamental formula where pain and suffering are related to ignorance, meaning the more one embraces false ideas about life, the more unhappiness results. The core issue identified was people's stubbornness in refusing to accept that the physical body is not their true identity, their true ‘self', but rather a temporary dwelling for an eternal spiritual being.Several guided meditations were offered as tools to aid a spiritual practice and the links are given below.Quotes used in this talk:When impurities are destroyed by practicing the eight limbs of yoga, enlightenment dawns, culminating in full knowledge of the self/atma. Yoga Sūtra 2.28 Control of the senses (yama), observance of rules (niyama), bodily postures (asana), regulation of the breath (pranayama), the withdrawal of the mind from sense objects (pratyahara), focusing the mind on a chosen object (dharana), meditation (dhyana), and complete absorption in trance (samadhi) are the eight limbs of yoga. Yoga Sūtra 2.29 Non-violence, truthfulness, not stealing, celibacy and freedom from possessiveness make up the yamas. Yoga Sūtra 2.30These laws are universal and must be practiced without consideration of time, place, birth or circumstances. Together they constitute the "great vow" of life. Yoga Sūtra 2.31 The niyamas (observances) are internal and external purity, contentment, acceptance of austerity, the recitation of sacred mantras and study of Vedic texts, and complete devotion and surrender to God. Yoga Sūtra 2.32The highest state of spiritual devotion/realization is attained by slow degrees by the method of constant endeavor for self-realization with the help of scriptural evidence, theistic conduct and perseverance in practice. - Śrī Brahma-saṁhitā 5.59 O son of Kuntī, all that you do, all that you eat, all that you offer and give away, as well as all austerities that you may perform, should be done as an offering unto Me.- Bg 9.27Chapters 00:00:00 Introduction to Well-being and Materialistic Limitations ‎ 00:03:06 The Fundamental Formula of Dharmic Traditions ‎ 00:05:19 The Reality of Death and Life's Purpose ‎ 00:07:30 The Need for Spiritual Understanding ‎ 00:10:41 False Identity and the Concept of Atma ‎ 00:12:52 Consciousness Problems and Material Stimulation ‎ 00:15:14 The Futility of Repeated Failed Approaches ‎ 00:17:28 Sadhya and Sadhana: Goal and Process ‎ 00:19:18 Liberation from Death Fear ‎ 00:21:15 The Goal of Human Life ‎ 00:22:43 Human Capacity for Higher Questions ‎ 00:24:02 The Need for Regular Spiritual Practice ‎ 00:26:04 Modern Addictions and Distractions ‎ 00:29:10 The Eight Limbs of Yoga ‎ 00:32:44 Yama: Ethical Restraints‎ 00:35:51 Niyama: Observances‎ 00:37:46 Sustainable Living and Spiritual Practice ‎ 00:40:24 Gradual Spiritual Development‎ 00:45:17 Essential Components of Sadhana‎ 00:47:45 Hearing Spiritual Wisdom ‎ 00:49:14 Integration of Spiritual Life ‎ 00:50:34 Meditation Practice Guidelines ‎ 00:53:15 Closing Thoughts on Spiritual Nature ‎https://soundcloud.com/acharyadas/guided-meditation-for-inner-peace-wellbeing https://soundcloud.com/acharyadas/sets/meditations-for-wellbeing Kirtanhttps://soundcloud.com/acharyadas/sweet-and-mellow-mahamantra https://soundcloud.com/acharyadas/mahamantra_kirtan https://soundcloud.com/acharyadas/sets/transcendental-sounds-1

In this Episode of the Passive House Podcast, Ilka Cassidy shares on-the-ground interviews from Green Building United's Sustainability Symposium in Philadelphia, highlighting regional policy, incentives, and high-performance affordable housing work. Ilka chats first with  Rich Freeh  and  Emily Pugliese  of Green Building United about Pennsylvania's divided political landscape, lagging energy code adoption and advocacy opportunities including Philadelphia's push to adopt 2021 IECC residential code. Ilka also chats with  Justin Lovenitti and  Norm Horn of New Ecology about  Energize Delaware programs and case studies in  Philadelphia.https://greenbuildingunited.org/event/2026-sustainability-symposium/https://www.newecology.org/https://energizedelaware.org/https://collective.reimaginebuildings.com/Thank you for listening to the Passive House Podcast! To learn more about Passive House and to stay abreast of our latest programming, visit passivehouseaccelerator.com. And please join us at one of our Passive House Accelerator LIVE! zoom gatherings on Wednesdays.

What does sustainability really look like beyond reusable water bottles and eco-friendly products?In this episode of The Lexy Show: Fashion That Gives a Damn, Lexy Silverstein sits down with environmental activist and community organizer Ariel DeLa Cruz to explore the powerful connection between environmental justice, wellness, food systems, and community sustainability.Ariel shares her journey from studying biology and pre-med to becoming a sustainability leader focused on helping people reconnect with nature, improve their well-being, and create healthier communities. Together, Lexy and Ariel discuss the importance of outdoor spaces, sustainable living, composting, conscious consumption, food waste, environmental education, and why sustainability isn't about perfection—it's about progress.They also dive into sustainable fashion, fast fashion's hidden costs, mindful shopping habits, teaching environmental awareness to children, and how small lifestyle changes can create lasting ripple effects for people and the planet.Check out more from Lexy on Instagram and tiktok @lexysilverstein and check out Lexy's website https://elexyfy.com/ 

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Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Green Team Triumph: A Youthful Quest for Urban Sustainability Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2026-06-02-07-38-19-ca Story Transcript:Ca: En una ciutat ideal, envoltada de muntanyes verdes i coberta de jardins verticals, hi havia una escola on el respecte pel medi ambient era part de cada dia.En: In an ideal city, surrounded by green mountains and covered with vertical gardens, there was a school where respect for the environment was part of every day.Ca: Aquesta primavera, l'escola organitzava una fira de projectes científics.En: This spring, the school organized a science fair.Ca: Tots els estudiants estaven emocionats.En: All the students were excited.Ca: Entre ells hi havia en Julià, un noi curiós amb una gran passió per trobar solucions per al canvi climàtic.En: Among them was Julià, a curious boy with a great passion for finding solutions to climate change.Ca: En Julià volia guanyar la fira amb un projecte revolucionari.En: Julià wanted to win the fair with a revolutionary project.Ca: Però tenia un problema: limitats recursos.En: But he had a problem: limited resources.Ca: No estava solament en aquesta competició.En: He was not alone in this competition.Ca: La Mireia, amb el seu interès en biologia, i l'Oriol, un expert en tecnologia, també tenien els seus projectes.En: Mireia, with her interest in biology, and Oriol, an expert in technology, also had their projects.Ca: Tots tres tenien el mateix objectiu.En: All three had the same goal.Ca: Un dia, mentre en Julià pensava sota una dels molts arbres de la ciutat, va tenir una idea.En: One day, while Julià was thinking under one of the many trees in the city, he had an idea.Ca: Què passaria si unissin forces?En: What if they joined forces?Ca: Mireia aportaria els seus coneixements sobre plantes i ecosistemes.En: Mireia would bring her knowledge about plants and ecosystems.Ca: Oriol podria crear un artefacte innovador amb les seves habilitats tecnològiques.En: Oriol could create an innovative device with his technological skills.Ca: En Julià posaria les bases perquè tot funcionés en harmonia.En: Julià would lay the groundwork for everything to work in harmony.Ca: Va parlar amb ells, i van acceptar el repte.En: He spoke with them, and they accepted the challenge.Ca: Durant les setmanes següents, van treballar junts sense parar.En: During the following weeks, they worked tirelessly together.Ca: Mireia va descobrir unes plantes que podien absorbir més CO2 del que és habitual.En: Mireia discovered some plants that could absorb more CO2 than usual.Ca: Oriol va crear un sistema de sensors que controlaven la qualitat de l'aire.En: Oriol created a system of sensors that monitored air quality.Ca: I en Julià va desenvolupar un pla per integrar aquestes idees en la vida urbana.En: And Julià developed a plan to integrate these ideas into urban life.Ca: Finalment, va arribar el dia de la fira.En: Finally, the day of the fair arrived.Ca: L'escola estava plena de pares, professors i companys curiosos.En: The school was full of parents, teachers, and curious classmates.Ca: L'atmosfera era calmada però plena d'emoció.En: The atmosphere was calm but full of excitement.Ca: Quan van pujar a l'escenari, en Julià, la Mireia i l'Oriol van presentar el seu projecte amb entusiasme.En: When they took the stage, Julià, Mireia, and Oriol presented their project with enthusiasm.Ca: Van mostrar com les plantes especials, combinades amb la tecnologia de l'Oriol, podrien mantenir ciutats netes i sostenibles.En: They showed how the special plants, combined with Oriol's technology, could keep cities clean and sustainable.Ca: El jurat va quedar impressionat.En: The jury was impressed.Ca: La seva creativitat i col·laboració van ser extraordinàries.En: Their creativity and collaboration were extraordinary.Ca: Després d'una deliberació emocionant, es va anunciar el guanyador: el projecte de Julià, Mireia i Oriol.En: After an exciting deliberation, the winner was announced: the project of Julià, Mireia, and Oriol.Ca: Havien guanyat el primer lloc i la possibilitat de competir a una competició regional.En: They had won first place and the opportunity to compete in a regional competition.Ca: Els altres estudiants van aplaudir amb entusiasme.En: The other students applauded enthusiastically.Ca: En Julià va somriure, sabent que havia après la importància de treballar junts.En: Julià smiled, knowing he had learned the importance of working together.Ca: Havia après que la diversitat de talents pot portar solucions més grans i millors.En: He had learned that a diversity of talents can bring about bigger and better solutions.Ca: Aquell dia, la fira no només va ser una competència, sinó una lliçó sobre el poder de la col·laboració i la creativitat.En: That day, the fair was not just a competition, but a lesson on the power of collaboration and creativity.Ca: I així, en aquella ciutat ecològica, va néixer una nova era de cooperació i innovació entre els joves.En: And so, in that ecological city, a new era of cooperation and innovation among the youth was born. Vocabulary Words:ideal: idealmountains: muntanyesgardens: jardinsschool: escolarespect: respecteenvironment: medi ambientspring: primaverafair: firaexcited: emocionatscurious: curiósboy: noisolutions: solucionsclimate change: canvi climàticproblem: problemaresources: recursoscompetition: competiciógoal: objectiutrees: arbresforces: forcesplants: plantesecosystems: ecosistemesdevice: artefacteskills: habilitatsgroundwork: basesharmony: harmoniachallenge: reptesensor: sensorair quality: qualitat de l'aireurban life: vida urbanacreativity: creativitat

Journalist and author Suzanne Harrington lives in the most vegan town in the UK, and in turn lives her life sustainably - cycling to work, eating vegan, etc. Unfortunately, people come out in their droves to voice how much they hate sustainable living, but why is this?Suzanne joins Seán to discuss.

Government seems to move slower than the pace of climate change, so do our votes for climate candidates and policies actually make a difference? ‍In this episode, we're connecting the dots between climate and policy and hearing from people around the world about how their governments' policies are affecting their lives and their regions. We're also catching up with HEATED editor-in-chief Emily Atkin to hear how climate reporting has changed over the past couple of presidential terms and how she keeps her head above water after a decade of reporting on climate. We'll also talk to Commons founder Sanchali Seth Pal about climate policies around the world that have actually worked. ‍If you're looking for resources to help you vote for the planet in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, or any upcoming U.S. election, here are some resources that could help: Vote Climate U.S. PAC's Voter Guide, Climate Cabinet's Climate Scorecard, League of Conservation Voter Scorecard.

Today we released part two of our interview with Miriam Schulman. She's a luxury-market messaging and pricing strategist for creative entrepreneurs. In addition to her business, she's the author of the best-selling art business book, Artpreneur The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity. She also hosts The Inspiration Place podcast, that features experts on mindset, marketing, pricing, and more. Miriam's content has been featured in a variety of mass market mediums including Entrepreneur, Forbes, and the New York Times. Artists of all types will learn A LOT as Miriam demystifies marketing, positioning, and sales! https://www.schulmanart.com/

Fluent Fiction - French: Vineyards and New Beginnings: Émilie's Journey Home Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2026-05-25-07-38-19-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Le train siffle en quittant la gare de Lyon.En: The train whistles as it leaves the gare de Lyon.Fr: Émilie, assise à la fenêtre, observe le paysage qui défile.En: Émilie, seated by the window, watches the scenery passing by.Fr: Elle ressent un mélange d'excitation et de nostalgie.En: She feels a mix of excitement and nostalgia.Fr: Les collines verdoyantes annoncent le printemps.En: The green hills announce spring.Fr: À côté d'elle, Luc et Clara, ses amis d'enfance, partagent son enthousiasme.En: Next to her, Luc and Clara, her childhood friends, share her enthusiasm.Fr: "Tu te souviens, Émilie, de la première fois qu'on est allés au vignoble avec ton grand-père ?"En: "Do you remember, Émilie, the first time we went to the vineyard with your grandfather?"Fr: demande Luc.En: asks Luc.Fr: "Oui, je me rappelle très bien," répond Émilie avec un sourire.En: "Yes, I remember very well," Émilie replies with a smile.Fr: "C'était la première fois que j'ai compris l'importance des vignes pour notre famille."En: "It was the first time I understood the importance of the vines to our family."Fr: En arrivant au vignoble, ils sont accueillis par la douce odeur de la terre humide.En: Upon arriving at the vineyard, they are greeted by the soft smell of damp earth.Fr: Les bourgeons commencent à apparaître sur les ceps, promettant une récolte riche et généreuse.En: Buds are starting to appear on the vines, promising a rich and generous harvest.Fr: Mais Émilie sait que l'hiver a été rude et que le gel a causé des dégâts.En: But Émilie knows that the winter has been harsh and that the frost has caused damage.Fr: Le vignoble de sa famille est en difficulté.En: Her family's vineyard is in trouble.Fr: Son grand-père, Pierre, bien qu'affaibli par l'âge, est toujours une figure centrale.En: Her grandfather, Pierre, though weakened by age, remains a central figure.Fr: Il les accueille avec un sourire fatigué mais plein de sagesse.En: He welcomes them with a tired but wise smile.Fr: "Bienvenus, mes enfants," dit-il en les prenant dans ses bras.En: "Welcome, my children," he says, taking them in his arms.Fr: Au dîner familial, les discussions tournent autour des problèmes du vignoble.En: At the family dinner, discussions revolve around the vineyard's problems.Fr: Émilie écoute attentivement.En: Émilie listens attentively.Fr: Elle sait que ces moments passés avec sa famille sont précieux.En: She knows these moments with her family are precious.Fr: Elle a quitté Lyon pour un travail à Paris, mais elle ressent de plus en plus l'appel de ses racines.En: She left Lyon for a job in Paris, but she increasingly feels the call of her roots.Fr: "Les conditions climatiques deviennent imprévisibles," explique son oncle Jacques.En: "Climatic conditions are becoming unpredictable," her uncle Jacques explains.Fr: "Nous devons réfléchir à de nouvelles méthodes."En: "We need to consider new methods."Fr: Émilie prend une grande inspiration.En: Émilie takes a deep breath.Fr: Elle sait qu'elle est à un tournant important.En: She knows she is at a significant turning point.Fr: "Je pense que nous devrions moderniser le vignoble," propose-t-elle enfin.En: "I think we should modernize the vineyard," she finally proposes.Fr: "Utiliser des techniques nouvelles pour anticiper les caprices de la météo."En: "Use new techniques to anticipate the whims of the weather."Fr: Une tension palpable envahit la pièce.En: A palpable tension fills the room.Fr: Certains membres de la famille sont sceptiques.En: Some family members are skeptical.Fr: Pourtant, son grand-père regarde Émilie avec fierté.En: Yet, her grandfather looks at Émilie with pride.Fr: "J'ai confiance en toi, Émilie," déclare-t-il.En: "I trust you, Émilie," he declares.Fr: "Essayons tes idées."En: "Let's try your ideas."Fr: Ces mots réchauffent le cœur d'Émilie.En: These words warm Émilie's heart.Fr: Elle sait qu'elle doit faire un choix crucial.En: She knows she must make a crucial choice.Fr: Après une nuit de réflexion, elle décide de prendre un congé sabbatique.En: After a night of reflection, she decides to take a sabbatical leave.Fr: Elle ne retourne pas à Paris.En: She does not return to Paris.Fr: Elle restera ici, à Lyon, pour aider sa famille.En: She will stay here, in Lyon, to help her family.Fr: Les jours suivants sont remplis de travail et d'apprentissage.En: The following days are filled with work and learning.Fr: Émilie se lie plus profondément avec ses proches et avec la terre qui les unit.En: Émilie connects more deeply with her loved ones and with the land that unites them.Fr: Elle introduit des techniques modernes tout en honorant les traditions anciennes.En: She introduces modern techniques while honoring ancient traditions.Fr: Au fil du temps, le vignoble retrouve de sa splendeur.En: Over time, the vineyard regains its splendor.Fr: Émilie sourit en voyant les vignes resplendir sous le soleil du printemps.En: Émilie smiles as she sees the vines thriving under the spring sun.Fr: Elle a trouvé sa voie.En: She has found her path.Fr: En renouant avec ses racines, elle a découvert une nouvelle confiance en elle-même.En: By reconnecting with her roots, she has discovered a new confidence in herself.Fr: La famille se réunit une dernière fois pour partager un repas sous un ciel étoilé.En: The family gathers one last time to share a meal under a starry sky.Fr: Émilie lève son verre, les yeux brillants de détermination et de joie.En: Émilie raises her glass, her eyes shining with determination and joy.Fr: "À notre famille, à notre patrimoine," dit-elle.En: "To our family, to our heritage," she says.Fr: "Et à un avenir brillant."En: "And to a bright future."Fr: Son grand-père sourit, l'espoir brille dans ses yeux.En: Her grandfather smiles, hope shining in his eyes.Fr: Ensemble, ils ont redonné vie au rêve familial, préservant l'héritage pour les générations futures.En: Together, they have revived the family dream, preserving the legacy for future generations. Vocabulary Words:the train: le trainthe nostalgia: la nostalgiethe excitement: l'excitationthe vineyard: le vignoblethe grandfather: le grand-pèrethe vines: les vignesthe harvest: la récoltedamp: humidethe frost: le gelthe roots: les racinesthe wisdom: la sagessethe discussions: les discussionsthe climatic conditions: les conditions climatiquesthe skepticism: le scepticismethe tension: la tensionthe sabbatical leave: le congé sabbatiqueto modernize: moderniserto anticipate: anticiperto thrive: resplendirthe wisdom: la sagessethe legacy: l'héritagethe family dream: le rêve familialthe techniques: les techniquesthe path: la voiethe determination: la déterminationthe heritage: le patrimoinethe unpredictability: l'imprévisibilitéto propose: proposerthe reflection: la réflexionthe confidence: la confiance

Fluent Fiction - Danish: Savoring Spring: A City Girl's Farm Fresh Revelation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-05-24-07-38-19-da Story Transcript:Da: Solen skinnede blidt over gården.En: The sun shone gently over the farmyard.Da: Fuglene sang, og duften af friske urter fyldte luften.En: The birds sang, and the scent of fresh herbs filled the air.Da: Mikkel stillede kasser med sprøde gulerødder og saftige æbler op på boderne under det store egetræ.En: Mikkel arranged boxes of crisp carrots and juicy apples on the stands under the big oak tree.Da: Farverne stod stærkt mod det frodige grønne.En: The colors stood out vividly against the lush green.Da: Gården havde travlt denne forårsdag.En: The farm was busy this spring day.Da: Sofie, som netop var ankommet fra byen, gik forsigtigt hen langs stierne.En: Sofie, who had just arrived from the city, walked cautiously along the paths.Da: Hun kunne allerede mærke, hvordan den friske luft fyldte hende med en ny energi.En: She could already feel how the fresh air filled her with new energy.Da: Men hun var skeptisk.En: But she was skeptical.Da: Kunne disse grøntsager virkelig være bedre end dem fra supermarkedet?En: Could these vegetables really be better than those from the supermarket?Da: Mikkel så hende og vinkede med et stort smil.En: Mikkel saw her and waved with a big smile.Da: "Velkommen til vores gård!En: "Welcome to our farm!Da: Lad mig vise dig rundt," sagde han opmuntret.En: Let me show you around," he said encouragingly.Da: Sofie tøvede et øjeblik, men besluttede sig for at tage imod tilbuddet.En: Sofie hesitated for a moment but decided to take him up on the offer.Da: Hun ønskede virkelig at forstå mere om, hvordan maden blev til.En: She truly wanted to understand more about how the food was produced.Da: De gik langs de rækker af planter, der strakte sig under solen.En: They walked along the rows of plants stretching under the sun.Da: "Vi dyrker alt organisk her," forklarede Mikkel stolt.En: "We grow everything organically here," Mikkel explained proudly.Da: "Det betyder ingen kemikalier.En: "That means no chemicals.Da: Vi passer på planterne som en del af naturen."En: We take care of the plants as part of nature."Da: Sofie spurgte nysgerrigt, "Hvorfor er det bedre?En: Sofie asked curiously, "Why is that better?Da: Det ser jo meget arbejde ud."En: It seems like a lot of work."Da: "Ja," svarede Mikkel, "men det gør det frugtbart og sundt.En: "Yes," replied Mikkel, "but it makes it fruitful and healthy.Da: Jorden fejrer det.En: The soil celebrates it.Da: Planterne ved, at vi tager os af dem."En: The plants know we take care of them."Da: Mens de gik, så Sofie hvordan Mikkel og hans arbejdere kærligt plejede planterne.En: As they walked, Sofie saw how Mikkel and his workers lovingly tended to the plants.Da: Hun så en bi sværme fra blomst til blomst, og hun kunne se, hvordan hver detalje betød noget.En: She watched a bee drift from flower to flower, and she could see how every detail mattered.Da: På et tidspunkt stoppede de foran et bed med jordbær, hvor solen ramte rigtigt.En: At one point, they stopped in front of a patch of strawberries, where the sun hit just right.Da: "Smag disse," sagde Mikkel og plukkede et par bær for at give hende.En: "Taste these," said Mikkel, picking a few berries to give her.Da: Sofie tog en bid, og smilet bredte sig hurtigt på hendes ansigt.En: Sofie took a bite, and a smile quickly spread across her face.Da: Smagen var overraskende sød og fyldig.En: The taste was surprisingly sweet and rich.Da: Da eftermiddagen skred frem, begyndte Sofie at forstå.En: As the afternoon progressed, Sofie began to understand.Da: Hun så ikke bare produkterne som varer, men som resultatet af en dedikeret proces.En: She saw the products not just as goods, but as the result of a dedicated process.Da: I slutningen af turen stod hun ved boderne igen, nu med en kurv fuld af grøntsager og en nyvunden respekt for arbejdet bag.En: At the end of the tour, she stood by the stands again, now with a basket full of vegetables and a newfound respect for the work behind it.Da: "Tak, Mikkel," sagde hun, da hun var ved at gå.En: "Thank you, Mikkel," she said as she was about to leave.Da: "Jeg tror, jeg bliver nødt til at komme tilbage.En: "I think I'll have to come back.Da: Jeg har lært meget i dag."En: I've learned a lot today."Da: Mikkel nikkede tilfreds.En: Mikkel nodded satisfied.Da: "Vi er her altid for dem, der ønsker at lære," svarede han.En: "We're always here for those who want to learn," he replied.Da: For første gang følte han, at hans arbejde virkelig blev værdsat.En: For the first time, he felt that his work was truly appreciated.Da: På vej hjem kunne Sofie næsten smage inspirationen i luften.En: On her way home, Sofie could almost taste the inspiration in the air.Da: Hun vidste, at hun ville tænke nøje over, hvor hendes mad kom fra fremover.En: She knew she would carefully consider where her food came from in the future.Da: Gården skulle blive hendes nye favoritsted.En: The farm was to become her new favorite place.Da: Sådan blev en simpel eftermiddag på gården begyndelsen på en ny forståelse for Sofie, og en styrket tillid for Mikkel.En: Thus, a simple afternoon on the farm became the beginning of a new understanding for Sofie, and a strengthened confidence for Mikkel.Da: Foråret havde bragt en større forbindelse mellem land og by, og begge så frem til det, der nu skulle komme.En: Spring had brought a greater connection between land and city, and both looked forward to what was to come. Vocabulary Words:gently: blidtscent: duftenherbs: urtercrisp: sprødelush: frodigecautiously: forsigtigtskeptical: skeptisksupermarket: supermarkedetwaved: vinkedeencouragingly: opmuntrethesitated: tøvedeorganically: organiskchemicals: kemikalierfruitful: frugtbarttended: plejededrift: sværmededicated: dedikeretnewfound: nyvundensatisfied: tilfredsappreciated: værdsatinspiration: inspirationenconsider: tænkesimple: simpelstrengthened: styrketconnection: forbindelsededicated process: dedikeret processtood out: stod stærktpath: stierneproduct: produkterbasket: kurv

Laughter, Worms, and Sprouts: Cathy Nesbitt on Simple Wellness, Stress Relief, and Sustainable Living | Conversations with a Chiropractor Episode Description In this episode of Conversations with a Chiropractor, Dr. Stephanie Wautier sits down with Cathy Nesbitt, a Health & Wellness Advocate, environmental innovator, certified laughter yoga teacher, and founder of Cathy's Crawly Composters, Cathy's Sprouters, and Cathy's Laughter Club. Cathy brings a wonderfully unique mix of wisdom, humor, science, and lived experience to a conversation about feeling better, living lighter, and finding simple ways to care for both the body and the planet. Stephanie and Cathy talk about laughter yoga, EFT tapping, stress, morning and evening routines, grounding, sprouts, worm composting, and the idea that wellness does not always have to be complicated. This episode is warm, practical, and unexpectedly moving. Cathy offers simple tools listeners can try, from starting the day with gratitude to using laughter as a way to shift the nervous system. She also shares how worms, sprouts, and laughter became connected parts of her work, each offering a small but meaningful way to live with more energy, joy, and care. For anyone feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, stressed, or unsure where to begin, this conversation is a gentle reminder that small daily practices can matter. Sometimes healing starts with a breath, a laugh, a glass of water, a handful of sprouts, or one simple step toward a healthier life. In This Episode, Discover What laughter yoga is, and why it is not about poses, jokes, or comedy Why simulated laughter can still create real physical and emotional benefits How smiling, giggling, breathing, and laughing may help shift the body out of stress Why Cathy calls laughter a form of "complementary magic medicine" How EFT tapping works, and why Cathy uses it for stress, fear, anxiety, and emotional reset Why self-care does not have to take hours to be meaningful Cathy's simple morning routine, including gratitude, water, breath, stretching, and grounding Her evening routine, including foot "spooning," humming, breathwork, and preparing the body for rest How tapping specific points can help people feel more grounded and settled Why Cathy believes laughter is especially important when the world feels heavy The story behind Cathy's Crawly Composters and 24 years of teaching indoor worm composting How red wiggler worms can turn food scraps into nutrient-rich compost Why composting connects to soil health, food quality, and caring for the planet What sprouts are, why Cathy loves them, and how they can be grown in small spaces How Cathy ties worms, sprouts, and laughter together as part of a simple, sustainable life Stay Connected & Explore Learn More About Cathy Nesbitt: Cathy Nesbitt / Cathy's Crawly Composters: https://www.cathyscomposters.com/ Cathy's Laughter Club: https://www.cathysclub.com/ Cathy's Sprouters: https://www.cathyssprouters.com/ Connect with Cathy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathynesbitt/ Follow Cathy on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CathyLaughter Follow Cathy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Cathy-Nesbitt/pfbid02uKdFuMyaqP5iM1mMb23YTEqrBYmYTW6RaL38jGuxGoS1VXKV6sSp7J29hY7c5i62l/ Register for Cathy's Free Online Laughter Club: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtd-6prjsvG90wmlw3tRazNqiTzSG4Qq_s#/registration Connect with Conversations with a Chiropractor: Follow Us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ConversationswithaChiro Follow Dr. Stephanie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wautierwellness Email for show-related inquiries and sponsorships: drstephaniewautier@yahoo.com Want to be a guest on Conversations with a Chiropractor? Send Stephanie Wautier a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/drstephanie Credits Podcast production by Brand|Sound. Start your podcast journey by emailing brandsoundpodcasts@gmail.com. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Conversations with a Chiropractor 00:57 Meet Cathy Nesbitt 02:02 What Is Laughter Yoga? 03:15 Laughing When You Do Not Feel Like Laughing 06:33 Laughter as a Flexible Wellness Practice 08:16 EFT Tapping and Emotional Freedom Technique 12:18 Stress, Self-Care, and Learning to Put Yourself First 15:26 Cathy's Morning Routine for Gratitude and Grounding 18:17 Evening Rituals, Foot Spooning, and Humming 22:44 Simple Tapping Points for Stress and Energy 26:31 Why Laughter Matters When the World Feels Heavy 28:38 Worm Composting and Cathy's Crawly Composters 34:01 How Indoor Worm Composting Works 37:58 Purpose, Passion, and Teaching People About Worms 42:09 Sprouts, Live Food, and Simple Nutrition 50:01 How Worms, Sprouts, and Laughter Came Together 53:49 Cathy's Free Tuesday Laughter Club and Closing Thoughts

Today we released part one of our interview with Miriam Schulman. She's a luxury-market messaging and pricing strategist for creative entrepreneurs. In addition to her business, she's the author of the best-selling art business book, Artpreneur The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity. She also hosts The Inspiration Place podcast, that features experts on mindset, marketing, pricing, and more. Miriam's content has been featured in a variety of mass market mediums including Entrepreneur, Forbes, and the New York Times. Artists of all types will learn A LOT as Miriam demystifies marketing, positioning, and sales! https://www.schulmanart.com/

A step-by-step sprouting demo and tips on making sprouts taste delicious and satisfying—even for beginners. #HomeSprouting #KitchenGardening #SproutRecipes

Send us a voice noteIn this special 150th Earthkeepers episode, Kathleen Audet of the Styled Clean podcast and Forrest Inslee discuss the ways in which faith and ecological are intertwined. Niki Hardy of the Wildly Known Life podcast helps frame this conversation, in which Kathleen and Forrest consider such topics as sensing God in nature, deepening relationships to the ecologies of our places, and even shifting our paradigms to see the connections between creation care and missions work. Resources & Links: ·      Christine Sine's Walking in Wonder substack·      A Rocha US, Churches of Restoration·      Norman Wirzba books, including Agrarian Spirituality        ·      Seminary of the Wild·      Niki Hardy's Wildly Known Life podcast·      Kathleen Audet's Styled Clean podcastKeywords:creation care, spirituality, ecology, earthworms, community, environmental stewardship, faith-based environmentalism, sustainable living, nature listening, climate change, fast fashion, missions, community development Main Topics: The spiritual dimension of caring for creation and its roots in faith traditionsThe story of Rachel's worm rescue as a metaphor for spiritual transformation and environmental consciousnessHow listening to creation and understanding local stories foster environmental awarenessPractical ways to begin living more earth-honoring lives, including outdoor practices and community involvementThe relationship between decolonization, indigenous knowledge, and ecological restorationChallenges and community strategies for overcoming resistance to sustainabilityThe importance of a worldview rooted in creation-centered spirituality and simple daily acts  Find us on our website: Earthkeepers Support the Earthkeepers podcast Check out the Ecological Disciple 

In a world that tries to get us to shop fast, slowing down our shopping is an act of resistance. In this community episode, our listeners share how slowing down their shopping habits saved them money, cut down on waste, and made them appreciate their stuff any more. Episode rundown: (00:00) - Why is slow shopping important? (03:07) - Slow shopping tips from our community (11:25) - Reflections on slow shopping

In honor of Earth Month, we're joined by Larissa Johnson, Residential Energy Program Manager at Montgomery County's Department of Environmental Protection. She shares how simple, sustainable choices—like reducing home energy use, preparing for warmer weather, cutting food waste, and spotting greenwashing—can help residents save money. With practical tips, easy habits, and helpful County resources, this episode shows how greener living can also be more affordable. If you're looking to make smart, sustainable choices without stretching your budget, this conversation offers clear, actionable ways to get started. Have a question or suggestion for a future episode? Send an email to consumerconnection@montgomerycountymd.gov.

Lawns cover more American soil than any other irrigated crop — but who decided they should look this way, and at what cost? In this episode, we trace the centuries-old aristocratic tradition behind the modern lawn, expose the billion-dollar industry profiting from invasive grasses and toxic chemicals, and with the help of nature educator Jason Wise (aka Journeyman), we'll explore how your patch of green could become something far more prosperous. If you've ever questioned the monoculture outside your front door, this one's for you. Episode rundown: (00:00) - Chapter 1 (00:49) - Why are lawns a climate issue? (02:38) - How did lawns become popular? (06:05) - How is our community adapting their lawns? (12:34) - Tips to rewind your lawn from Jason Wise (aka Journeyman) (34:02) - Who's profiting off the lawn industry? (43:07) - Imagining a lawn-free future

B”H Today we're getting rid of uncertainty, lack of confidence, and underpricing. Sound familiar? These might be exactly the limitations you're trying to break free from this time of year. Well, my guest is here to help. Joining me today is Miriam Schulman, and she says you don't need to be cheaper—you need to be reassuringly expensive. Creatives, this one's for you… although honestly, these lessons apply across the board. Miriam is a luxury-market messaging and pricing strategist for creative entrepreneurs. She's the author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity and host of The Inspiration Place podcast. She's been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, Igniting Creativity, and Where Women Create. Miriam helps creative entrepreneurs position their work as premium—what she calls “reassuringly expensive”—so they attract clients who value taste, certainty, and execution, not discounts. Today we break down what's really holding you back from charging more, how to step into certainty, and what it takes to become—yes—reassuringly expensive. Here's Miriam Schulman. The post 461: Be Reassuringly Expensive: How to Price, Sell, and Build Confidence as a Creative appeared first on Yael Trusch.