Next Economy Now: For the Benefit of All Life

What if the solution to better housing, health, and happiness isn’t greater independence, but deeper interdependence? In this episode of Next Economy Now, sustainability educator and regenerative living advocate Cynthia Tina invites us to rethink how we live, highlighting what it means to live in alignment with shared values, and why intentional communities are emerging as a powerful response to today’s social and ecological challenges. For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/cynthia-tina/ Send us a text Interested in designing a world that works for the benefit of all life? Join our fall cohort of The Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th, and use discount code PODCASTMB@ to save 10% on tuition! Learn more at lifteconomy.com/mba. Support the show

Living with intention can be a radical act in a world driven by consumerism. In this special Next Economy Living mini-series episode, host Kevin Bayuk speaks with writer, herbalist, and former Black Minimalists podcast producer Farai Harreld about how ancestral knowledge and mindful practices can help us reclaim agency over our health, homes, and everyday choices. For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/farai-harreld/ Send us a text If you enjoy this mini-series and are excited about designing your life in alignment with your values in a supportive community environment, consider joining Next Economy Living, beginning 9/11! You'll learn how to deepen your security & resilience practices to thrive and flourish amidst ecological and economic challenges. Learn more and sign up for a free coffee chat with a facilitator at bit.ly/nexteconomyliving. Interested in designing a world that works for the benefit of all life? Join our fall cohort of The Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th! Build practical business and organizational design skills from a regenerative and just perspective, all while building solidarity with a global community of changemakers. Learn more at lifteconomy.com/mba. Plus, save 20% when youSupport the show

How do we equip people with the skills and support they need to build a regenerative, community-centered economy? In part two of our series on the hypotheses that guide our work at LIFT Economy, Kevin Bayuk and Ryan Honeyman explore the critical training and skills gaps facing entrepreneurs and organizations working to create economic systems rooted in community well-being, environmental regeneration, and the common good. For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/skills-gap-next-economy/ Send us a text Join our fall cohort of the Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th! Join an alumni community of 700+ entrepreneurs, activists, and artists working to transform our economy for the benefit of all life. Plus, save 20% on tuition when you register before August 11th, 2025. Learn more ➡️ http://lifteconomy.com/mba Current federal policy decisions are affecting businesses and workers in our community in big ways. Actions like the recent tariffs and funding freezes have real-world consequences. American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is collecting stories to push for smarter, more sustainable policies. Add your voice to the movement: https://bit.ly/ASBNTellYourStory Support the show

What if your work could be more about deep, cultural, spiritual, and educational work than financial gain? In this conversation with Alexa Firmenich, founder of Naia Trust and host of the Lifeworlds Podcast, we explore how to balance returns with impact and tradition with transformation in the investment industry. She explains that 100% of global GDP is dependent on nature, and if we’re not supporting nature, we’re not supporting the economy. For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/alexa-firmenich/ Send us a text Join our fall cohort of the Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th! Join an alumni community of 700+ entrepreneurs, activists, and artists working to transform our economy for the benefit of all life. Plus, save 20% on tuition when you register before August 11th, 2025. Learn more ➡️ http://lifteconomy.com/mba Current federal policy decisions are affecting businesses and workers in our community in big ways. Actions like the recent tariffs and funding freezes have real-world consequences. American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is collecting stories to push for smarter, more sustainable policies. Add your voice to the movement: https://bit.ly/ASBNTellYourStory Support the show

Transitioning to shared ownership is one of the most powerful ways a business can align its values with its structure. In this episode of Next Economy Now, Jason Wiener, founder of the law and consulting firm Jason Wiener P.C. and co-founder of Colorado Cooperative Developers, joins Ryan Honeyman to unpack the legal, cultural, and financial considerations behind alternative ownership models, from worker cooperatives to purpose trusts. For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/jason-wiener/ Send us a text Join our fall cohort of the Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th! Join an alumni community of 700+ entrepreneurs, activists, and artists working to transform our economy for the benefit of all life. Plus, save 20% on tuition when you register before August 11th, 2025. Learn more ➡️ http://lifteconomy.com/mba Current federal policy decisions are affecting businesses and workers in our community in big ways. Actions like the recent tariffs and funding freezes have real-world consequences. American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is collecting stories to push for smarter, more sustainable policies. Add your voice to the movement: https://bit.ly/ASBNTellYourStory Support the show

As social and environmental crises intensify, the need for skilled, grounded activism has never been greater. In this episode of Next Economy Now, Nick Mucha, Senior Director of Environmental Issues and Strategy at Patagonia, shares what it takes to support movements and build capacity for lasting impact. Nick also introduces Patagonia’s new book, Tools to Save Our Home Planet, a practical guide for changemakers at every stage of their journey. For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/nick-mucha/ Send us a text Join our fall cohort of the Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th! Join an alumni community of 700+ entrepreneurs, activists, and artists working to transform our economy for the benefit of all life. Plus, save 20% on tuition when you register before August 11th, 2025. Learn more ➡️ http://lifteconomy.com/mba Current federal policy decisions are affecting businesses and workers in our community in big ways. Actions like the recent tariffs and funding freezes have real-world consequences. American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is collecting stories to push for smarter, more sustainable policies. Add your voice to the movement: https://bit.ly/ASBNTellYourStory Support the show

Founders often invest decades of heart and soul into their endeavors, yet many lack a clear succession plan. In this conversation with John Abrams, author of From Founder to Future, we explore how founders can strategically pave the way for a more equitable future through the worker co-op model and how work can influence every area of life. For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/john-abrams/ Send us a text Join our fall cohort of the Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th! Join an alumni community of 700+ entrepreneurs, activists, and artists working to transform our economy for the benefit of all life. Plus, save 20% on tuition when you register before August 11th, 2025. Learn more ➡️ http://lifteconomy.com/mba Current federal policy decisions are affecting businesses and workers in our community in big ways. Actions like the recent tariffs and funding freezes have real-world consequences. American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is collecting stories to push for smarter, more sustainable policies. Add your voice to the movement: https://bit.ly/ASBNTellYourStory Support the show

How can we transform the global economy to serve all life? In this conversation, Next Economy Now co-hosts Ryan Honeyman and Kevin Bayuk reflect on the podcast’s 10-year journey and dive into the regenerative economic strategies that guide their work at LIFT Economy. They discuss what inspired the creation of the show, how it has evolved, and the values-based conversations it has helped surface around topics like worker ownership, sustainable business practices, and corporate social responsibility. For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/whats-possible-next-economy/ Send us a text Join our fall cohort of the Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th! Join an alumni community of 700+ entrepreneurs, activists, and artists working to transform our economy for the benefit of all life. Plus, save 20% on tuition when you register before August 11th, 2025. Learn more ➡️ http://lifteconomy.com/mba Current federal policy decisions are affecting businesses and workers in our community in big ways. Actions like the recent tariffs and funding freezes have real-world consequences. American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) is collecting stories to push for smarter, more sustainable policies. Add your voice to the movement: https://bit.ly/ASBNTellYourStory Support the show

What does it take to build organizations that reflect our deepest values while driving meaningful change? In this episode of Next Economy Now, we speak with Simon Mont, founder of Harmonize Consulting, about what it really takes to build resilient, values-aligned organizations (and why engaging with conflict is often a necessary part of that process). Through his work with Harmonize, Simon helps teams bridge the gap between values, vision, and impact, supporting efforts from land transitions to reproductive justice and wealth redistribution. For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/simon-mont/ Send us a text Join our fall cohort of the Next Economy MBA, beginning September 30th! Join an alumni community of 700+ entrepreneurs, activists, and artists working to transform our economy for the benefit of all life. Plus, save 20% on tuition when you register before August 11th, 2025. Learn more ➡️ http://lifteconomy.com/mba Support the show

Enjoy this special crossover episode from Beyond The B, hosted by LIFT Economy's Ryan Honeyman and Emmy Allison. Tune into more conversations at the heart of the B Corp movement ➡️ https://go.lifteconomy.com/beyond In this conversation, LIFT co-founder Kevin Bayuk offers a candid critique of the B Corp movement, shedding light on its strengths and limitations and challenging listeners to think bigger about how businesses can drive transformative systemic change. Together, we unpack the 10 Next Economy principles of a framework for a better future, addressing the flaws in business-as-usual economic structures and exploring the importance of equitable and democratic company cultures, fostering resilience within bioregional systems, and embedding education into goods and services. For full episode and show notes, visit: https://go.lifteconomy.com/blog/b-corps-10-principles-of-next-economy-enterprises-part-1-kevin-bayuk Send us a text Support the show

What does it take to bridge the gap between frontline communities and those who want to give? On today’s episode, we dive into the intersection of climate philanthropy, innovation, and impact with insights from the Milken Institute with Managing Director Strategic Philanthropy, Emily Musil. For full show notes, visit: https://go.lifteconomy.com/blog/emily-musil/ Send us a text Support the show

What if the economy prioritized sustainability over short-term gains, justice over extraction, and people over profit? Today on Next Economy Now, Liza Mueller, Vice President of Knowledge at Echoing Green, joins us to discuss how fearless social entrepreneurs are spearheading the shift toward regenerative economics, sustainable business practices, and social impact initiatives. For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/liza-mueller/ Send us a text A new cohort of the Next Economy MBA begins March 25th – join us! This nine-month learning journey is designed to provide emerging leaders of the Next Economy with the skills they need to help their organizations thrive. Learn more and sign up for a free intro with one of our facilitators: https://www.lifteconomy.com/mba. Special Offer for NEN Listeners: Use code PODCASTMBA to save 10% on tuition. Support the show

How does unprocessed trauma shape our economy, leadership, and collective decision-making? In this episode of Next Economy Now, Thomas Hübl, PhD, explores the deep connection between trauma and our broader societal and economic systems. For full show notes, visit: https://lifteconomy.com/blog/thomas-hubl/ Send us a text A new cohort of the Next Economy MBA begins March 25th – join us! This nine-month learning journey is designed to provide emerging leaders of the Next Economy with the skills they need to help their organizations thrive. Learn more and sign up for a free intro with one of our facilitators: https://www.lifteconomy.com/mba. Special Offer for NEN Listeners: Use code PODCASTMBA to save 10% on tuition. Support the show

What if the way we support artists is broken, but the answers have been with us all along? Today on Next Economy Now, we’re joined by Ethiopian-American vocalist, composer, and cultural activist Meklit Hadero to explore how migration shapes music, why the traditional music industry is collapsing, and how collective economic models could be the key to artists' survival. For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/meklit-hadero/ Send us a text A new cohort of the Next Economy MBA begins March 25th – join us! This nine-month learning journey is designed to provide emerging leaders of the Next Economy with the skills they need to help their organizations thrive. Learn more and sign up for a free intro with one of our facilitators: https://www.lifteconomy.com/mba. Special Offer for NEN Listeners: Use code PODCASTMBA to save 10% on tuition. Support the show

We're delighted to share this episode from Beyond The B, a new podcast from LIFT Economy that dives into the heart and soul of the B Corp movement. Check out all episodes here ➡️ https://go.lifteconomy.com/beyond How can we move beyond shame and blame to foster collaboration in addressing climate challenges? In this episode, Jenny Morgan, climate strategist and author of Cancel Culture in Climate, discusses the intersection of cancel culture, regenerative economics, and sustainable business practices. For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/jenny-morgan/ Send us a text Registration for the Next Economy MBA spring cohort is open now! Save 20% when you register by Feburary 3rd. Learn more and sign up for a free intro session: https://www.lifteconomy.com/mba Support the show

What would life look like if saving money became impossible for everyone? In this thought-provoking episode of Next Economy Now, Janelle Orsi, lawyer, writer, cartoonist, and activist for social and environmental justice, shares her journey of questioning traditional systems. From her early days as a “sharing lawyer” to her leadership at the Sustainable Economies Law Center, Janelle explores how wealth redistribution, Indigenous land relationships, and love-driven collaboration can redefine society. For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/janelle-orsi-gift-economy/ Send us a text Registration for the Next Economy MBA spring cohort is open now! Save 20% when you register by Feburary 3rd. Learn more and sign up for a free intro session: https://www.lifteconomy.com/mba Support the show

How can businesses create sustainable products while supporting historically marginalized communities? Joining us to share the transformative work being done within the industry is returning guest, Tameka Peoples, Founder of Seed2Shirt. As the first Black woman-owned, ethically produced blank t-shirt company, Seed2Shirt connects cotton farmers and textile workers to a regenerative, community-driven system. For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/tameka-peoples-pt2/ Send us a text Registration for the Next Economy MBA spring cohort is open now! Save 20% when you register by Feburary 3rd. Learn more and sign up for a free intro session: https://www.lifteconomy.com/mba Support the show

What if the way we build our lives, jobs, relationships, and communities is fundamentally flawed? Join us as we explore how Aaron Goggans, co-creator of WildSeed Society and Black Lives Matter DC, is reimagining society by rewriting some of its most basic agreements. For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/aaron-goggans/ Send us a text Registration for the Next Economy MBA spring cohort is open now! Save 20% when you register by Feburary 3rd. Learn more and sign up for a free intro session: https://www.lifteconomy.com/mba Support the show

Climate change affects every aspect of our existence, and to fight it, we need to assess every part of our lives to see what needs to change in the hopes of preserving our planet. Joining us to unpack the intersectionality of media, diversity, and environmentalism is the speaker, consultant, media producer, and environmental educator, Kristy Drutman. For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/kristy-drutman/ Send us a text Registration for the Next Economy MBA spring cohort is open now! Save 20% when you register by Feburary 3rd. Learn more and sign up for a free intro session: https://www.lifteconomy.com/mba Support the show

As environmental and social challenges intensify, what actions are needed to build a sustainable future? In this episode, we explore the story of Matt Stinchcomb, who turned his early passion for ecology into impactful work that champions sustainability and community engagement. Matt is a social impact leader focused on sustainable community development and climate action. Through Partners for Climate Action, he supports local climate initiatives, sustainable growth, and community engagement. For full show notes, visit: https://www.lifteconomy.com/blog/matt-stinchcomb/ Send us a text Registration for the Next Economy MBA spring cohort is open now! Save 20% when you register by Feburary 3rd. Learn more and sign up for a free intro session: https://www.lifteconomy.com/mba Support the show