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In this episode we’re joining forces with FIGO – the international federation of gynecology and obstetrics; basically like the UN for Ob/Gyn – to bring you a special earth day episode. We’ll be hearing from voices around the globe – like Dr. Ditas Decena from the Philippines, Dr. Jim Zhang from China, and Rashmi Joglekar from UCSF – on what earth day means to them, and what in the world it has to do with family health. Links: EV sales slowing: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/03/13/ev-euphoria-is-dead-automakers-trumpet-consumer-choice-in-us.html Redfin air pollution with listings: https://www.fastcompany.com/91028713/looking-for-a-new-home-redfin-will-now-show-you-air-quality-data-for-any-property-listing A more nuanced approach to Divestment strategies: https://www.unpri.org/academic-blogs/the-effectiveness-of-divestment-strategies/11204.article PFAS chemical exposure and bad birth outcomes: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2805449

How much screen time is safe for your kids? Does it really put them at risk for depression and anxiety? And what’s the story with encapsulating- and eating- your placenta…? In this episode we bite into all those questions with Dr. Joel Gator Warsh, or as you may know him on instagram, “Dr. Gator.” He brings his expertise as a Pediatrician, Integrative Medicine physician, and author of the book “Parenting At Your Child’s Pace”, to give you the incisive answer to these and other pressing questions parents face today. You might be surprised by his take on social media. Nate and Bruce dissect the latest headlines: how a magic marker accident made Trader Joe’s recall thousands of pounds of their popular chicken soup dumplings, the rapid benefits of eating an organic diet, and unsettling data on whether kids actually spend less time outdoors than prison inmates- there’s a reason they’re called the “Anxious Generation.” Speaking of anxiety, the guys share their strategies for college basketball’s March Madness tournament – and why Nate’s dog, Dagny, may be the leader of the pack. Until next time, ‘later gator! Show Links: Trader Joe’s Chicken Dumpling recall https://www.vox.com/23815696/trader-joes-recalls-falafel-cookies-soup-food-safety-fda-broccoli-cheddar-rocks-insects Environmental Working Group’s 2024 “Dirty Dozen” report https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/dirty-dozen.php Study: better brain development for kids eating organic food https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0269749121009866 Kids spend less time outdoors then prison inmates https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2016/mar/25/three-quarters-of-uk-children-spend-less-time-outdoors-than-prison-inmates-survey Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature Deficit Disorder https://richardlouv.com/ Dr. Joel “Gator” Warsh, author of Parenting at Your Child’s Pace https://www.amazon.com/Parenting-Your-Childs-Pace-Pediatricians/dp/1454952490 Study: chronic conditions increasing in children https://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2015/14_0397.htm#:~:text=Chronic%20disease%20is%20not%20unique,patients%20(4%2C5) Rising rates of diabetes and obesity in US kids https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/health/2022/12/30/youth-diabetes-surge-cdc-study/10966164002/ Study: rising rates of ADHD in children: increased recognition or overdiagnosis? https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9616454/ Safe medication use while breastfeeding (CDC) https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/breastfeeding-special-circumstances/contraindications-to-breastfeeding.html Social media and mental health: a collaborative review (New York University) https://docs.google.com/document/d/1w-HOfseF2wF9YIpXwUUtP65-olnkPyWcgF5BiAtBEy0/edit https://www.healthychildren.org/English/Pages/default.aspx Dr. Jonathan Haight, author of The Anxious Generation https://www.anxiousgeneration.com/ Project TENDR https://ehp.niehs.nih.gov/doi/10.1289/EHP358 Mocktails: Key ingredient: Gatorade https://acultivatednest.com/blue-hawaii-mocktail-drink-recipe/ https://vegcharlottenc.com/2023/04/16/the-accidental-mocktail/

Irish eyes are smiling this St. Patrick’s Day as the Green Docs share a pint with Dr. Edgar Mocanu, a Dublin-based fertility specialist and president of the International Federation of Fertility Societies. He brings his unique global perspective to the fertility question on everyone’s mind: what on earth is going on in Alabama? The answer might surprise you. Dr. Mocanu also weighs in on the latest trends: how diet can improve fertility, why we worry about jacuzzis and getting pregnant, and how to avoid hormone-disrupting chemicals. There’s a reason they say geniuses pick green. Nate and Bruce unpack the latest news: what you haven’t heard about the Alabama decision on embryos and personhood; how three parents can sometimes be better than two; and the shocking reunion of twins separated at birth and then reconnected nineteen years later via a TikTok video. All worthy of an Irish blessing! You’ll also learn about Nate’s recent undercover mission in Washington DC, and see if Bruce can pass the tests of a true Irishman? Slainte! Alabama rules frozen embryos are children https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/20/health/ivf-alabama-abortion.html Three’s company two: UK delivered its first child conceived from … 3 parents https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-65538866# Twins separated (actually stolen) at birth are reunited by a TikTok video https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-68055420 Pesticides and sperm quality https://www.nbcnews.com/science/science-news/global-decline-sperm-concentrations-linked-common-pesticides-rcna125164# More Joy campaign https://www.iffsreproduction.org/morejoycampaign/ Microplastics in placentas https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/feb/27/microplastics-found-every-human-placenta-tested-study-health-impact#:~:text=The%20research%2C%20published%20in%20the,common%20plastics%20detected%2C%20after%20polyethylene. Mocktails: Zero-Proof Guinness https://www.guinness.com/en-us/beers/guinness-0 How to pour a Guinness https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKbVwv6yMOs

Show Notes: What is “integrative medicine” and why has it gotten so popular? This episode explores this approach to illness – and boosting wellness- with Dr. Edison de Mello, the founder and head of the Akasha Center for Integrative Medicine in Santa Monica, California. As the author of a book called Bloated, Dr. de Mello shares his views on the many connections of our gut microbiome to our overall health as well as the benefits and risks of vaginal “seeding” of newborns to help boost their immune systems. Speaking of the gut flora, Nate and Bruce start off with new research that shows how even light exercise can boost their health, helping protect us in the process. The guys also share new evidence of a “flavor window” for the successful introduction of healthy foods to babies, potentially preventing many food fights down the line. They also answer some listener questions and share the story of Ai-Hin, the clever Chinese panda that faked pregnancy to get better food and air conditioning- and who can blame her? Show Links: Microbiome and exercise https://www.uclahealth.org/news/new-microbiome-research-reveals-exercise-may-impact-gut UCLA Health: exercise and gut flora health https://www.uclahealth.org/news/new-microbiome-research-reveals-exercise-may-impact-gut “Flavor window”: how to get your kids to eat vegetables https://finance.yahoo.com/news/serenity-kids-brings-bold-global-134100744.html# Giant Panda fakes pregnancy to receive nicer food and round-the-clock care https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/asia/giant-panda-in-china-fakes-pregnancy-to-receive-nicer-food-and-roundtheclock-care-9693743.html Alcohol and sexual function in women https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/26/well/mind/alcohol-sex-orgasm.html NIH National Center for Integrative Health definition of integrative health https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/complementary-alternative-or-integrative-health-whats-in-a-name Gut Microbiome facts https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4191858/#:~:text=There%20are%2010x%20the%20number,and%20weighing%20approximately%202%20kilograms. 2023 study of spore-based probiotics and gut/skin health https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9918080/ American Museum of Natural History: 99% of our unique genes are microbial, not human https://www.amnh.org/explore/science-topics/microbiome-health/meet-your-microbiome Dr. de Mello’s book, Bloated https://www.amazon.com/Bloated-Reclaim-Your-Health-Without/dp/0999194925 Dunkin Donuts with Ben Affleck, Matt Damon and J-lo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ve2miT5iF2M Mocktails: Virgin Caipirinha - Tudo Bem! Health INGREDIENTS 2 dashes All The Bitter Orange bitters DIRECTIONS RECIPE NOTE You’ll need some time and a little muscle when muddling the limes. The goal is to extract the juice, but also to get the sugar into the lime peel, releasing the fruit's aromatic oils. MAKE IT MINDFULLY LOW ALCOHOL Want to session some Caipirinhas all afternoon without getting too smashed? Try mixing 1 ounce of an alcoholic white rum (or cachaça if you have it!) with 2 ounces of Seedlip Garden. https://allthebitter.com/blogs/recipes/caipirinha-non-alcoholic-cocktail-recipe Health

Show Notes Have you ever wondered how consumer goods get recalled? In this episode the Green Docs spill the tea with Tamara Rubin, the woman behind many of those recalls related to lead and food toxicity – including most recently calling out Stanley Cup Tumblers. You may have seen Saturday Night Live satirizing the safety of these “Big Dumb Cups.” Tamara brings her experience as the mother of two children with lead poisoning to drive her passion as an activist and filmmaker – and as the “Lead Safe Mama” she delivers everything you need to know about protecting you and your family from toxics at home. Bruce and Nate also review the rise in premature births across the US and share a little-known risk factor you can avoid. They also weigh in on the "take your shoes off at the door" controversy; or as Sex and the City called it, "a woman's right to shoes." Finally, they identify yet another benefit of garlic – hint: it involves removing lead. They even incorporate garlic into a wellness mocktail helpfully named, “you don’t have to take your cloves off.” And if you thought that ingredient was surprising – wait until you hear what they have to say about giraffe milk. Show Links Stanley Cup tumblers with lead https://abc7chicago.com/stanley-cups-lead-oversize-tumblers-tiktok/14378499/ Preterm birth rates rising in the US https://abc7chicago.com/stanley-cups-lead-oversize-tumblers-tiktok/14378499/ Should you take your shoes off at the door? https://www.cnn.com/2023/12/07/health/remove-shoes-germs-wellness/index.html#:~:text=Taking%20off%20shoes%20at%20the,can%20be%20a%20thoughtful%20gesture. Tamara Rubin’s website: leadsafemama.com or tamararubin.com Saturday Night Live’s “Big dumb cups” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L2tUO2mp99Q Tamara’s lead documentary, MisLEAD https://tamararubin.com/2023/01/a-link-to-my-film/ Federal guidelines for homes with lead-based paint (Housing and Urban Development) https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/healthy_homes/lbp/hudguidelines Lead-safe renovation guidelines for homeowners (EPA) https://www.epa.gov/lead/lead-safe-renovations-diyers Preterm birth and air pollution https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/c-change/subtopics/climate-change-and-pregnancy-preterm-birth/ Preterm birth and heat https://www.bmj.com/content/371/bmj.m3811 Our research into both air pollution and heat and preterm birth https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2767260?utm_source=For_The_Media&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=ftm_links&utm_term=061820 Mocktails We Don't Have to Take Our Cloves Off garlic mocktail: https://blackrestaurantweeks.com/we-dont-have-to-take-our-cloves-off-roasted-garlic-cocktail/ Garlicky Citrus Non-Alcoholic Bloody Mary: https://spiceworldinc.com/health/delicious-mocktails-for-a-dry-january/ If you like your mocktails to have a little bit of kick to them, then you will love the Garlicky Citrus Non-Alcoholic Bloody Mary. Since this recipe contains tomato juice, you can receive nutritional benefits from it. Tomato juice is said to be a great source of vitamin C, vitamin B, and potassium. To discover how this mocktail can benefit your health, follow these steps to make it! To make this mocktail, you will need: Spice World’s Organic Peeled Garlic Directions: Spice World’s Organic Peeled Garlic

In this Valentine’s Day episode, the Green Docs review toxic-free romance. Yes, it can happen. You’ll learn how couples, including expectant couples, can enjoy a swoon-worthy evening without any extra toxic chemicals – from chocolate and sweets, safe foods to enjoy, flowers, spa days, and other – ahem – “lotions.” Plus, have you ever wondered if safe sex is actually safe in pregnancy? Later in the episode we’ll switch it up and talk with a co-founder of a premium non-alcoholic beverage company, Something and Nothing, and get some rose-themed mocktails to cap the night. Nate and Bruce review the latest headlines: France’s government extends parental leave as they witness their lowest birth rate since WWII; the International Pasta Organization (yes, real organization) reports that the happiness from pasta exceeds that from music and sports; and could there really be contraception for men? Also – hear how Nate got to talk cars with Matt Farah, Bruce made another trip around the sun, and the podcast reached 3,000 downloads. Many balloons! Show Links France to reform parental leave after births hit lowest since WWII: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/france-sees-collapse-births-lowest-since-world-war-two-2024-01-16/ Happiness from eating pasta is greater than what you get from music and sports: https://www.foodandwine.com/eating-pasta-is-scientifically-proven-to-make-you-feel-better-8548017 Gel injected into scrotum could be next male contraceptive: https://www.wired.com/story/male-contraceptive-contraline-vasalgel-hydrogel/# Chocolate- what to know: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/the-benefits-of-having-a-healthy-relationship-with-chocolate#:~:text=Increases%20heart%20health%3A%20The%20antioxidants,and%20death%20from%20heart%20disease. https://health.clevelandclinic.org/dark-milk-or-white-which-chocolate-is-best-for-your-heart https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/chocolate-when-pregnant#recommendations Sweets to have and to avoid: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/the-benefits-of-having-a-healthy-relationship-with-chocolate#:~:text=Increases%20heart%20health%3A%20The%20antioxidants,and%20death%20from%20heart%20disease. https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007430.htm Slippery stuff- what to know: https://www.healthline.com/health/healthy-sex/vaginal-lubricants#what-it-is Sex during pregnancy: enjoy! https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/pregnancy-week-by-week/in-depth/sex-during-pregnancy/art-20045318 Mocktails: health perks of aloe vera juice: https://www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/aloe-vera-juice-benefits Mocktails New Leaf Shake together, double strain into a double rocks glass with fresh ice. Top with ginger beer. Garnish with a lime leaf from the infusion. Bright Eyes, Bushy Tails Shake and then pour over ice. Top with soda water and garnish with a mint sprig.

Congressman Mike Levin joins the Green Docs to talk about climate, health, and yes rock’n’roll. Roughly in that order. He explains how his early work in Southern California’s clean energy sector has informed a prolific career in Congress – one that has delivered successful, bipartisan environmental policies that improve the health of pregnancies and families nationwide. He shares what members of Congress do for fun on rare days off: turns out they like Pearl Jam too. And he gives a candid look behind the scenes of campaign finance; where the real action happens. We’ll jump to the punchline: follow the money. Nate and Bruce review the latest news: why mom’s literally carry their children in their hearts and minds forever; how new California laws are making companies earn their “eco-friendly” labels, or pay up; and why even champagne is at risk due to climate change. Let’s stop that from bubbling over! They’re joined by a guest mixologist from Rep. Levin’s California 49th district who has ginger and peppermint mocktails for anyone who feels nauseous thinking about Congress. Or if you’re pregnant. Plus, you’ll never guess why Bruce suddenly has more energy in the new year! Show Links: The Most Mysterious Cells in Our Bodies Don’t Belong to Us - https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2024/01/fetal-maternal-cells-microchimerism/676996/ California’s new climate laws - https://www.mofo.com/resources/insights/231018-california-enacts-ab-1305-to-strengthen-the-voluntary-carbon https://www.persefoni.com/learn/california-sb253-sb261 This beloved New Year’s Eve ‘pop’ could soon disappear because of changing weather - https://www.cnn.com/2023/12/28/climate/new-year-champagne-weather-threat-climate/index.html Cottage cheese eggs - https://www.instagram.com/reel/C1YFsXxPwHK/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D Las Vegas MSG Sphere immersive experience “Postcard from Earth” by Darren Aronofsky - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YjgnniAi1r0 32 Million US Births Link Air Pollution to Preterm Birth, Low Birthweight: Original Research by Dr. Bruce Bekkar and Dr. Nathaniel DeNicola - https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2767260 Retired coal plants and decreased risk of preterm birth - https://academic.oup.com/aje/article/187/8/1586/4996680?login=true Taylor Swift and Notre Dame: The undoubtable truth of “Champagne Problems” - https://ndsmcobserver.com/2020/12/taylor-swift-and-notre-dame/ See Eddie Vedder talk climate change with ISS astronauts in Earth Day video - https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/eddie-vedder-climate-change-iss-astronauts-earth-day-1341943/ Dave Groll on Christopher Walken and Foo Fighters! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8WgNWVLwXI4 First EV to lead global vehicle sales - https://cleantechnica.com/2023/12/28/tesla-model-y-going-to-be-top-selling-vehicle-in-the-world-in-2023/ Q&A With George Barker, Owner of Mayfield in San Juan Capistrano - https://orangecoast.com/ocdining/qa-with-george-barker-owner-of-mayfield-in-san-juan-capistrano Mocktails: New Leaf Shake together, double strain into a double rocks glass with fresh ice. Top with ginger beer. Garnish with a lime leaf from the infusion. Bright Eyes, Bushy Tails Shake and then pour over ice. Top with soda water and garnish with a mint sprig.

Description: To kick off 2024 the Green Docs raise a glass with Dan Scott, a master mixologist in Los Angeles, California and founder of his own craft beverage catering company, The Whaling Club. With over a decade of experience blending spirits in New York, DC, and now LA, Dan has served some of Hollywood’s brightest stars – and here he’s sharing custom mocktail recipes just for us. Because as you’ll learn, this is not your Grandfather’s Dry January. Nate and Bruce break down the headlines: the ozone hole is getting… smaller, California recycles champagne bottles, and Paris’ waterway reopens to swimmers. In-Seine! Throughout the episode they share New Year’s Resolutions from past guests including: Jeanne Conry, Kristin Lyerly, and Alex Rivest; they add a few of their own too. Plus, who can help Nate figure out what fish to order at a restaurant? Imbibe a cup o’kindness with the Green Docs to greet 2024: restorative, informative, slightly less pejorative. Cheers! Show Links Ozone hole is closing - https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/press-release/ozone-layer-recovery-track-helping-avoid-global-warming-05degc Starting in 2024, Californians can redeem empty wine and liquor containers for cash - https://abc7news.com/california-beverage-container-recycling-program-wine-liquor/14229657/#:~:text=containers%20for%20cash.-,The%20state%20has%20added%20wine%20and%20liquor%20to%20the%20state%27s,coolers%2C%20or%20distilled%20spirit%20coolers. Seine cleaned up for the Olympics - https://www.parisunlocked.com/paris-culture/is-swimming-in-the-seine-river-allowed/ Soccernomics - https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/soccernomics-en Mercury in fish: Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercury_in_fish What is dealcoholized wine? - https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/what-is-dealcoholized-wine Is recycling a waste? Here’s the answer from a plastics expert before you ditch the effort - https://www.cnbc.com/2021/05/22/is-recycling-a-waste-heres-the-answer-from-a-plastics-expert.html Fancy Free Liquor - https://www.fancyfreeliquor.com/age-gate?redirect_to=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.fancyfreeliquor.com%2F The Whaling Club - http://www.thewhalingclub.com/http://www.thewhalingclub.com/ Lyer’s alcohol free spirits - https://lyres.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAhc-sBhCEARIsAOVwHuTZEcJ79UhWj4AlPkE-_tdKxJYbWvNNKQKrmQEcy-ZUCfMg62VtfWAaAqr_EALw_wcB How is glass recycled? - https://www.recyclenow.com/how-to-recycle/glass-recycling 50 Recycling facts - https://adf.org.au/insights/up-when-alcohol-goes-down/ Benefits of cutting down on alcohol - https://adf.org.au/insights/up-when-alcohol-goes-down/ New Year’s Resolutions Statistics 2024 - https://www.forbes.com/health/mind/new-years-resolutions-statistics/#:~:text=The%20Forbes%20Health%2FOne%20Poll,and%2013%25%20last%20four%20months Mocktails Snow Day Combine ingredients in a glass, mound with pebble ice, and garnish with cinnamon. Sandpiper Combine ingredients in a glass, mound with pebble ice, and garnish with angostura bitters & a lime wheel.

Description: In this holiday finale, the Green Docs review Christmas movies, more seasonal mocktails, and healthy holiday recipes with Angie Neison – a Family Medicine doctor sharing her unique training in lifestyle and culinary medicine. She gives you step-by-step recipes for hearty vegetable accouterments, green & red Christmas pasta with grated cheese “snow”, and fresh takes on traditional tamales. She even designed a holiday mocktail just for this show! You’ll want to take notes to create your own “Herb Tea-zzy.” Nate and Bruce cover the latest headlines: Merriam-Webster’s word of the year for 2023 (can you guess?), why there’s so much excitement over motorcycle taxis called “boda-bodas”, and new insights into the environment that created Tiny Tim’s famous illness. You’ll learn why the cures from Dickensian London are just as relevant for the challenges ahead in the new year. Plus, Nate reveals his secret to the perfect Cacio e Pepe! Tune in for this 2023 finale and keep the holiday magic simmering into 2024. Show Links Merriam-Webster’s 2023 word of the year is the real deal https://www.cnn.com/2023/11/27/world/merriam-websters-2023-word-scli-intl/index.html#:~:text=Merriam%2DWebster%27s%20word%20of%20the,celebrities%20such%20as%20Taylor%20Swift. Boda Bodas reducing world oil consumption https://www.nytimes.com/2023/12/09/business/energy-environment/two-three-wheel-electric-vehicles.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare Environmental Factors in Tiny Tim’s Near-Fatal Illness https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/fullarticle/1107722 Why traditional Cacio e Pepe is so hard to perfectly execute https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=10lXPzbRoU0 Tamales and the Tamalada: A Christmas Tradition https://blogs.loc.gov/inside_adams/2022/12/tamales-and-tamaladas/ Culinary Medicine Curriculum https://lifestylemedicine.org/project/culinary-medicine-curriculum/ How Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol Changed the Way the Holiday is Celebrated https://time.com/5017067/a-christmas-carol-charles-dickens-movie/ What is the Feast of the Seven Fishes? https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/what-is-the-feast-of-the-seven-fishes Matthew Perry’s ‘Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip’ Performance is Peak Perry https://decider.com/2023/10/30/matthew-perry-studio-60-sunset-strip-performance-peak-perry/ Doc Martin star Martin Clunes uses his medical knowledge to stop surgeons performing a “nonsensical” operation on his wife https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2392994/Doc-Martin-star-Martin-Clunes-uses-medical-knowledge-stop-surgeons-performing-nonsensical-operation-wife.html How is Potter In “It’s A Wonderful Life” Able To Go Unpunished For His Theft? https://the-take.com/watch/how-is-potter-in-its-a-wonderful-life-able-to-go-unpunished-for-his-theft Green Docs Christmas Movies & Shows The Man Who Invented Christmas The Feast of the Seven Fishes Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip: The Christmas Show Doc Martin: Christmas Special Mocktails Angie’s Christmas Mocktail: Herb Tea-zzy Combine tea and pomegranate molasses in a mixing glass, stir well, and pour into cocktail glass over ice. Finish with a splash of sparkling water. Garnish with rosemary on top.

Description: In this first of a two-part holiday series the Green Docs share their “Green Docs Gift Guide”, new seasonal mocktails, and ways to look ahead for a healthy, happy New Year. We also take a look back at our generation’s greatest public health emergency, the COVID-19 pandemic, in an interview with America's top public health doc, Dr. Georges Benjamin, executive director of the American Public Health Association. He candidly discusses what went right, what admittedly went wrong, and how we will be more prepared for whatever comes in 2024. Plus, Nate and Bruce can’t believe what Elon Musk just said?! No, not what you’re thinking. Elon dropped a statement even more shocking than his season’s greetings to the advertisers… and he just might be right. They explore how Scandinavian parents are literally getting kids to “chill out,” and they celebrate a new company that totally sucks. In a good way. Tune in for all this and a surprise revelation about Bruce’s winter glow. Yule be glad you did. Show Links Elon Musk interview with Andrew Sorkin https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BfMuHDfGJI Scandinavian kids sleep outside in the cold https://scoop.upworthy.com/why-nordic-parents-leave-their-babies-outside-606709-606709 American Academy of Pediatrics: Infant Sleep Guidance https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/safe-sleep/#:~:text=Place%20infants%20on%20their%20backs,while%20riding%20in%20the%20car). Ways babies benefit from getting outside https://www.happiestbaby.com/blogs/baby/nature-benefits-baby#:~:text=Newborns%20who%20spend%20time%20outside%20sleep%20better%20at%20night.&text=The%20results%20indicated%20that%20natural,and%20when%20they%20should%20wake. Benefits of Ice Bath https://www.healthline.com/health/exercise-fitness/ice-bath-benefits#benefits-of-ice-baths Mocktails Classic Martini: Zero-Proof MONDAYOptimist Botanical Combine ingredients in a mixing glass and fill with ice. Stir well to chill and strain into a cocktail glass. Twist a piece of lemon peel over the drink and use as garnish. Vitamin C Spritzer: Zero-Proof Combine ingredients in a cocktail glass and serve with ice. Place a sprig of dill to use as garnish. Green Docs Gift Guide Sustainable Watch Brands Vaer: https://www.vaerwatches.com/collections/d4-ds4-solar-diver Original Grain: https://www.originalgrain.com/ Zero-Proof Spirits Soft Spirits https://softspirits.club/ Non-Plastic Drink Containers 4Ocean Clothing: Organic Cotton, Hemp, Other Ocean / Sport https://www.sustainablejungle.com/sustainable-fashion/eco-friendly-wetsuits/#7 Kid's Toys https://www.littletikes.com Food & Kitchen https://us.balmuda.com/collections/toaster Beauty products https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/matthew-perry-died-acute-effects-ketamine-autopsy-report-224806535.htmlhttps://www.rmsbeauty.com/pages/sustainable

Description: Okay, so you may not have a “healthy” Thanksgiving meal, but with tips from the Green Docs it can at least be less-toxic. The food that is. The dinner conversations are on you. And you’ll have plenty of food-for-thought after listening to our interview with Ashely Ward, an expert in heat policy at Duke University, who teaches us why staying cool is a year-round job. You’ll learn about the latest headlines including which applesauce packs to avoid over concerns about lead toxicity, new “old” techniques for mowing lawns, and can there really be a pregnant woman with twins… in two separate wombs?? Tune in for all this plus some seasonal mocktails using ginger and cranberry. You’ll be grateful you did. Thanks for listening and happy Thanksgiving. Show links: CDC warning about lead in cinnamon applesauce pouches: https://emergency.cdc.gov/han/2023/han00500.asp?ACSTrackingID=USCDC_511-DM117142&ACSTrackingLabel=HAN%20500%20-%20General%20Public&deliveryName=USCDC_511-DM117142 Lambs “mowing” lawns in North Virginia: https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2023/10/24/lawn-care-mowing-sheep-grazing/ Woman pregnant with two babies, in two separate wombs: https://www.newser.com/story/342556/she-knew-her-uterus-was-rare-now-an-even-rarer-pregnancy.html Duke University Heat Policy Innovation Hub: https://nicholasinstitute.duke.edu/project/heat-policy-innovation-hub Heating and cooling assistance for low income citizens: https://www.liheap.org FEMA federal program for resiliency planning funds https://www.fema.gov/grants/mitigation/building-resilient-infrastructure-communities Community block grants through the Office of Housing and Urban Development https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/comm_planning/cdbg Ashley Ward’s radio show: “Climate Thursdays” https://chapelboro.com/category/news-on-the-hill-with-andrew-stuckey/climate-thursdays Heat Index App from NOAA: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.noaaweather_lite.android&pli=1

Description: What the frack?! That’s what the Green Docs ask Adam Aron, professor of psychology at UC San Diego and author of a new book “The Climate Crisis”, about our current state. Adam’s answer – we’re fracked. Or at least we will be if we don’t start changing our ways and leaving fossil fuels in the ground. He makes a candid and colorful case for why our actions now matter immensely; but also which ones don’t. You’ll learn that “greenwashing” is a real thing, along with other eco terms you probably didn’t know. In the news – Nate and Bruce dig into how both “green” and “brown” economies offer a salve for our current federal deficit. You’ll be amazed by what Japanese researchers are doing with plastic-eating bacteria. And you’ll wonder what the heck is going on in Australia where a low flying helicopter appeared to stir an alligator mating frenzy. Just as Bruce visits the Aussies for a lecture; g’day mate. Ride out the whole episode for a rollercoaster of horror, hubris, and in the end – hope. Show links: Fed deficit and Climate Change connection: https://www.brookings.edu/articles/no-need-to-panic-about-the-budget-deficit/ https://nicholas.duke.edu/news/duke-scientist-tells-congress-curbing-global-warming-will-prevent-45-million-us-deaths Penn Global Climate Finance Workshop: Green vs Brown Assets https://global.upenn.edu/sites/default/files/perry-world-house/sustainable-investing-and-green-returns_0.pdf Bacteria that digests plastic: https://apple.news/AHZvb8e_WQBOcG-LroEg6xQ Low-flying helicopter sparks massive crocodile orgy in Australia https://www.livescience.com/animals/alligators-crocodiles/they-mated-like-mad-low-flying-helicopter-sparks-massive-crocodile-orgy-in-australia The Climate Crisis, by Adam Aron https://aronclimatecrisis.net/ Time Shifter travel app: https://www.timeshifter.com/

Witch Makeup is Safe for Ghouls & Boys? Description: Halloween is spooky enough without having to worry about toxic chemicals in your hair & makeup. To cure this haunting feeling the Green Docs talk with Sonya Talamantes, a professional makeup artist of 20 years, to uncover which types of makeup are best for you and your kids to stay blemish and toxic-free while getting into character, or even just getting out the door each morning. You’ll get practical, professional advice along with helpful apps and DIY recipes for children’s face paint to avoid those ghastly heavy metals. Nate and Bruce recap the latest headlines: France ensures that all new buildings will be equipped with green roofing; fun-flation is coming to a concert near you – if you can afford it; and red dye #3 of Cheetos neon-glow infamy gets banned in California. Nate relays news from Paris about a new toxicity screening for prenatal vitamins, and Bruce tests a Japanese technique for getting the most from your record player. Tune in for this Halloween episode that promises less tricks, more treats. Links: Green roofs in France - https://www.grufekit.co.uk/news/green-roofs-on-all-new-commercial-buildings-new-law-in-france “Funflation”: too expensive to have fun - https://www.wsj.com/economy/consumers/its-getting-too-expensive-to-have-fun-a59e9df8 California bans red dye No. 3 among other toxic food additives - https://www.cnn.com/2023/10/09/healthcalifornia-governor-bans-red-dye-no-3-wellness/index.html Two great new Italian restaurants in La Jolla: https://www.marisilajolla.com/ https://www.lucrezia.us/ Healthline article on makeup/cosmetic safety - https://www.healthline.com/health/toxic-makeup#what-it-is FIGO Statement: Screening Prenatal Supplements for Toxic Chemicals and Pollutants - https://www.figo.org/resources/figo-statements/toxic-chemicals-and-environmental-contaminants-prenatal-vitamins ACOG Committee Opinion: Reducing Prenatal Exposure to Toxic Environmental Exposures - https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/committee-opinion/articles/2021/07/reducing-prenatal-exposure-to-toxic-environmental-agents Project TENDR (Targeting Environmental Neuro-Developmental Risk) Consensus Statement - https://ehp.niehs.nih.gov/doi/10.1289/ehp358#:~:text=The%20TENDR%20Consensus%20Statement%20is,neurodevelopmental%20disabilities%20in%20America%27s%20children Frenchie Wine Bar - http://www.frenchie-bav.com/en/home/ San Diego Restaurants: Giffard Aperitif Syrup - https://www.bittersandbottles.com/products/giffard-aperitif-syrup Clean Beauty Apps: Think Dirty - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/think-dirty-shop-clean/id687176839 Yuka - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/yuka-food-cosmetic-scanner/id1092799236 Chemical maze - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/chemical-maze-shopping-companion/id363470500 Detox me - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/detox-me/id1056195091 Non-Toxic Costume Options: Ways to buy non-toxic face paint - https://biggreenpurse.com/non-toxic-face-paint-for-halloween/ Do-It-Yourself Face Paint - https://parents.highlights.com/how-to-make-homemade-face-paint

TED Talks: Women to the Rescue Description: Worldwide, eighty percent of those displaced by climate change are women, and by 2025, that same crisis will prevent more than 12 million girls from completing their education - every year. In this first episode of Season 2, we hear from Ronda Carnegie about Project Dandelion, the very first women-led global climate justice organization. After a stellar business career, Ronda co-founded TEDWomen and the TEDInstitute before joining powerful women around the world looking to connect and amplify the efforts underway to speed climate solutions to where they are needed most. Nurturing hope rather than fear, Project Dandelion is open to all, and by the end of the interview, you’ll know how to get your own Dandelion pin. This episode’s headlines include concerns about iPhone safety from French authorities, the dangers of space litter from expired satellites, and why you may not want to rake leaves in your yard- ever again. More justice, hope and less yardwork- welcome to Season 2 of Green Docs! Links: Project Dandelion- get your pin here: https://www.projectdandelion.com/ LinkedIn Women’s Panel on Menopause: “Power of the Pack”https://www.linkedin.com/events/powerofthepack7103488547969531905/comments/ French authorities mandate removal of iPhone 12 for excess radiation: https://apnews.com/article/france-apple-iphone-radiation-b51b82309100f959c83a2a19536dc934 DISH Network fined by FCC for “space junk” violation: https://news.yahoo.com/us-issues-first-ever-space-163945705.html Leave leaves alone for everyone’s benefit: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2023/09/01/insect-removal-problems-ecosystem/ ISMO on leaf blowers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Eo2uq5k1O0

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A rainforest standoff with tribal leaders, deadly denial, and a real-life Indiana Jones: CANARY, a new documentary film, drills down on the real story of global warming lying far beneath the deluge of data. We interview director Alex Rivest, an MIT-trained neuroscientist who teamed with Danny O’Malley (Netflix: Chef’s Table) in his film debut, to chronicle the life of legendary glacier scientist Lonnie Thompson: from his roots in coal-country West Virginia to his pioneering research penetrating remote ice peaks in Peru and beyond. Join us as we muse on bringing the power of storytelling to science – and learn why Lonnie’s tireless quest to reveal Earth’s memories etched in ice may just be our truest compass for a livable future. But first, the Green Docs tell of Congress members urging investigation of oil companies and their the long-running campaign of deception, a Taiwanese presidential candidate wanting to boost the country’s birth rate by giving away puppies and kittens, and the surprising sale of Hostess foods, makers of Twinkies, for over five billion dollars. Yes, that’s billion- we don’t get it either. Listen in and you’ll want to go see “CANARY,” opening for one night, Wednesday September 20, at 150 theaters nationwide- check the Show Links to find your tickets. Show Links: “Canary” the movie: watch the Trailer, then scroll down to buy tickets https://canary.oscilloscope.net/ Climate for Health program at ecoAmerica: https://climateforhealth.org/ Savannah Bananas baseball team: https://thesavannahbananas.com/ Congress calls upon DOJ to investigate oil companies campaign to mislead the public: https://lieu.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-lieu-and-sen-blumenthal-lead-bicameral-letter-urging-doj https://www.ucsusa.org/about/news/science-group-encouraged-congressional-call-doj-investigate-big-oil https://www.nrdc.org/stories/what-greenwashing Taiwan presidential hopeful offers pets for pregnancies in push to boost birth rate https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/sep/05/terry-gou-taiwan-presidential-hopeful-free-pets-for-baby-birth-rate Microtrends Squared: The New Small Forces Driving the Big Disruptions | Mark Penn | Talks at Google https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmDk0cgpdBs Smuckers buys Hostess Twinkies for $5.6 billion: https://apnews.com/article/hostess-smucker-twinkie-bankruptcy-f37a3ec4028be7eca7cf5e963ce43135 Processed foods and GHGs: https://www.news-medical.net/news/20230601/The-increased-consumption-of-ultra-processed-food-influences-human-health-and-environmental-sustainability.aspx#:~:text=Conclusion,an%20increase%20in%20water%20usage.

This episode finds the Green Docs talking to Kate Ryder, CEO of Maven, the world’s largest online virtual care company for women and families. You’ll hear about the challenges and opportunities of bringing greatly improved access to specialists in fertility, mental health and menopause for clients like Amazon, serving employees around the globe in 35 languages. And, since we’re the Green Docs, we explore how this virtual care model aids those affected by health care disparities and can also be a lifeline for families affected by our escalating “natural” disasters. Beginning the episode, the guys weigh in on two climate stories: how Hurricane Idalia and other storms on both coasts are growing more dangerous, and a story in the New York Times about changes to the wedding industry forced by worsening weather and air quality. Finally, Nate declares that paper straws “suck” because, well, they don’t- and they contain hormone disruptors: another example of how solutions aren’t always simple. Show Links: Hurricane Idalia on the heels of Hurricane Hilary: https://www.npr.org/2023/08/21/1195131736/hilary-was-a-rare-storm-heres-why Wedding Disruptions Due to Climate Change: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/19/style/wedding-planning-extreme-weather-climate.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare Paper Straws: https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/paper-bamboo-straws-contain-pfas-forever-chemicals-rcna101614 Dry Farmed Tomatoes: https://agroecology.ucsc.edu/resources/publications/grower-guides/pdf-downloads/dry-farmed-tomatoes.pdf Maven Virtual Care for Mothers and Families: https://www.mavenclinic.com/ The Next Frontier for Corporate Benefits: Menopause https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/19/business/corporate-benefits-menopause.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare

The Green Docs are on location! Go back to school with them at UC San Diego’s Medical School campus for the inaugural Heat and Human Health (H3) Summit. They interview conference organizer Vi Nguyen, better known on Instagram as Dr. Plastic Picker, as she tells us about cleaning up her own backyard: from favorite beaches to lecture halls. You’ll also hear from conference-goers – a husband-wife green “power couple” and an inspiring 2nd year medical student – about why they showed up on a summer Saturday. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t just for the donuts. Green Docs rock! As usual, Nate and Bruce take you through the latest headlines: the Beyonce concert that took a sharp left in Washington, DC due to severe weather; soaring sales of electric vehicles and maybe the end of range anxiety; and the health warning you haven’t heard about from wildfires in Maui and elsewhere. And finally – was Bruce dressed “Ken enough” when he went to watch Barbie?? Show Links: Bad weather at the Beyoncé concert in D.C.: https://www.cbsnews.com/baltimore/news/beyonce-fans-angered-by-storm-delays-security-issues-at-fedex-field-concert-utter-chaos/ Lahaina, wildfires and infectious disease risk: https://www.the-scientist.com/news-opinion/how-wildfire-smoke-raises-infectious-disease-risk-69166 Electric vehicle sales in California: https://insideevs.com/news/680900/california-plugin-car-sales-2023q2-share/#:~:text=In%20Q2%202023%2C%20125%2C939%20new,also%20a%20massive%20new%20record). Surfrider Foundation: https://www.surfrider.org/ https://sandiego.surfrider.org/climatechange Sharp HealthCare San Diego, 100% Renewable Energy: https://cal-cca.org/19787-2/ Hospital Disaster Preparedness, “OB Train”: https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/committee-opinion/articles/2017/12/hospital-disaster-preparedness-for-obstetricians-and-facilities-providing-maternity-care San Diego Public Health Advisory Council: https://www.climateactioncampaign.org/publichealth Philippines champion “train the trainees” https://www.figo.org/news/fertility-and-environmental-health Vi Nguyen, MD, Dr. Plastic Picker on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drplasticpicker/ U.S. Centers for Disease Control, heat illness signs: https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/warning.html “How to Citizen” with Baratunde podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-citizen-with-baratunde/id1523714708 Kin Euphorics: https://www.kineuphorics.com/ Phony Negroni: https://stagrestis.com/products/phony-negroni?variant=42965996503293 Visit us at Green Docs podcast https://www.greendocspodcast.com/ Read the show notes and visit the links mentioned in this episode. You can also leave us a voice message from the little green microphone on the bottom right or just email us a question or feedback from the Contact page https://www.greendocspodcast.com/contact/

Let’s talk about the elephant in the womb. That’s the intention of e-Lovu Health, an ascending FemTech startup, who uses their pachyderm logo to introduce a new prenatal care model that improves birth outcomes and reduces environmental impact by bridging virtual care with traditional in-person visits. The Green Docs explore this new “click & mortar” approach with e-Lovu CEO Noel Pugh and CMO Santosh Pandipati as they talk eco-hotspots, micronudges and, of course, Barbie. By the end you just may find yourself wanting your own personal elephant… or two. Nate and Bruce begin the conversation with the latest headlines: the UN Secretary General declares that global warming has given way to “global boiling,” California explores a new way to save massive amounts of water while producing renewable energy, and a new Hollywood release elevates the annual “well woman exam.” Tune in for these stories and more – and find out how Bruce plans to be Ken-enough. Show Links: Global boiling: Urban heat islands https://www.nbcnews.com/science/environment/40-million-people-us-live-urban-heat-islands-climate-group-finds-rcna95950 Project Nexus: solar panels covering water canals in California: https://www.euronews.com/green/2023/07/24/solar-panels-on-water-canals-seem-like-a-no-brainer-so-why-arent-they-widespread ‘Barbie’ movie’s ending is an important reminder for women’s health https://www.cnn.com/2023/07/26/health/barbie-ending-explainer-gynecologist-wellness/index.html Nate- Weather Channel Interview https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hbrmwJPJWo26RPEVbx7uqAcL9BESWZox/view?pli=1 Journal of Climate Change and Health: https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/the-journal-of-climate-change-and-health EcoAmerica Climate for Health: https://climateforhealth.org e-Lovu Health: https://elovu.health e-Lovu Health announces partnership with Caduceus Medical Group https://vator.tv/news/2023-07-12-maternal-health-data-platform-elovu-health-launches-in-partnership-with-caduceus Adopt an Elephant https://followyourlegend.com/products/elephant-legend-plushie EPA AirNow app https://www.airnow.gov/airnow-mobile-app/ OSHA Heat Index app https://www.osha.gov/heat/heat-app Visit us at Green Docs podcast https://www.greendocspodcast.com/ Read the show notes and visit the links mentioned in this episode. You can also leave us a voice message from the little green microphone on the bottom right or just email us a question or feedback from the Contact page https://www.greendocspodcast.com/contact/

Why are two Ob/Gyn’s hosting a Shark Week episode? Tune in and you’ll find out how ocean health and pregnancy health go hand-in-hand: from microplastics in seafood to climate stability to even the air we breathe – it’s all connected. The Green Docs host marine expert James Stewart from the Aquarium of the Pacific to take a deep dive into those topics, along with the importance of coral reefs, what’s going on with those orcas off the coast of Spain, and of course… baby sharks. As always, Nate and Bruce keep you up to date with the latest headlines: the FDA approves a birth control pill to be sold without a prescription, some BMWs will soon be changing colors on the fly, and Shell EV charging stations may just become the new place to hang out while plugging in. When you’re done listening to these Shark Week tales, you might find yourself “hooked” on Green Docs! Show Links: FDA approves over-the-counter birth control pill https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2023/07/19/1188697657/over-the-counter-birth-control-is-coming-heres-what-to-know-about-cost-and-cover#:~:text=Perrigo%20Co.-,Opill%2C%20the%20first%20daily%20oral%20contraceptive%20that%20will%20be%20available,stores%20as%20well%20as%20online. BMW features cars that can change color to match your mood, or the weather https://www.bmwgroup.com/en/news/general/2022/ixflow.html Shell dramatically expands its network of EV charging stations https://news.yahoo.com/shell-station-removed-gas-pumps-100000919.html https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a43485710/shell-dramatically-expands-its-network-of-ev-charging-stations/ Shark Week enters its 35th season as the longest-running TV show in cable history https://www.discovery.com/shark-week Aquarium of the Pacific https://www.aquariumofpacific.org/ Seagrass story https://saveourseas.com/worldofsharks/why-do-we-need-sharks Happywhale.com: Chief “googly eyes” https://happywhale.com/individual/3365;enc=98141 Shrinking shark populations endanger health of Great Barrier Reef https://www.esa.org/blog/2021/02/shrinking-shark-numbers-on-great-barrier-reef-unlikely-to-have-cascading-impacts/#:~:text=New%20evidence%20suggests%20that%20reef,play%20a%20more%20definitive%20role&text=Shark%20populations%20are%20dwindling%20worldwide,impacts%20that%20hurt%20coral%20reefs. The secret lives of baby sharks https://www.bbcearth.com/news/the-secret-lives-of-baby-sharks Mocktails: Lyre’s https://lyres.com/ De Soi https://drinkdesoi.com/