Sustainably Geeky

Transitioning away from fossil fuels is essential to reducing carbon emissions, and will require utilizing a variety of energy sources. One of these is renewable natural gas (RNG), a growing industry that uses food waste to produce energy. Sam Schutte, Co-Founder and CEO of Synthica Energy, joins us to discuss how this technology works and the role it could play in reducing our dependence on fossil fuels. Resources discussed in this episode: Synthica Energy website Synthica Energy Facebook Synthica Energy Twitter Synthica Energy LinkedIn American Biogas Council RNG Coalition Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

Girls! In honor of Women's History Month, Vanessa Conroy from Feminist Communities for Climate Justice joins us to discuss their work to achieve climate justice informed by feminist and community development principles. Their organization recognizes the intersectional relationship between climate change and social justice, and that climate must be considered in every policy decision we make. Vanessa discusses these issues, and the ways in which the climate crisis disproportionately affects women and other marginalized groups Resources discussed in this episode: It's Not That Radical by Mikaela Loach The Intersectional Environmentalist: How to Dismantle Systems of Oppression to Protect People + Planet by Leah Thomas Diversifying Power: Why We Need Antiracist, Feminist Leadership on Climate and Energy by Jennie C. Stephens Climate Justice: Hope, Resilience, and the Fight for a Sustainable Future by Mary Robinson Mary Robinson Foundation Principles of Climate Justice Feminist Communities for Climate Justice National Women's Council Feminist Communities for Climate Justice Community Work Ireland National Women's Council Ireland Twitter National Women's Council Ireland Instagram Community Work Ireland Twitter Vanessa Conroy Twitter Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

Where does our food come from, and how is that changing? This month we're speaking with Andy Johnston from Willy Street Co-op about the evolution of food production in the United States. He shares insights from his experience working in the food industry, and discusses the increasing popularity of local and 'alternative' food systems among consumers. Resources discussed in this episode: Willy Street Co-op Willy Street Co-op Facebook Willy Street Co-op Instagram Willy Street Co-op Twitter Willy Street Co-op Youtube Equal Exchange Fairtrade International Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

This month we're turning up the heat! Spencer Wilson, Resource Advisor with the U.S. Forest Service, joins us to talk about wildfires and the important role they play in nature. He also discusses how attitudes towards fire have shifted over time, and shares observations from his time as a firefighter. Resources discussed in this episode: Spencer Wilson 's Instagram. Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

The environmental challenges facing our planet will require a skilled and dedicated workforce. Leonard Adler, CEO of Green Jobs Network, joins us to discuss the growing employment opportunities in sustainability and social impact. He offers insights for students, current and future job seekers, and aspiring entrepreneurs. Leonard also analyzes industry trends and shares his predictions for the future of the field. Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

The benefits of travel and exploration are many, but these activities can have a profound impact on the environment. Oliver Winter, CEO & Founder of a&o Hostels, shares tips for how to travel more responsibly and discusses how a&o Hostels is helping travellers reduce their environmental impact. He also shares insights into how climate-conscious travellers are shaping the travel industry and offers advice for others in the industry looking to implement greener practices. Resources discussed in this episode: a&o Hostels a&o Hostels Facebook a&o Hostels Instagram a&o Hostels TikTok a&o Hostels LinkedIn Oliver Winter LinkedIn Green Sign Certification How to Avoid a Climate Disaster book by Bill Gates South Pole (carbon credits) Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

Businesses can have a big effect on the environment, so it's imperative they adopt practices that minimize their impact. Chris Gassman from the University of Pittsburgh's Center for Sustainable Business shares insights about the motivations and best practices for businesses looking to operate more sustainably. He also discusses Doughnut Economics, ESG and governmental incentive programs that can help businesses (and individuals!) reduce their carbon footprint. Resources discussed in this episode: University of Pittsburgh's Center for Sustainable Business Contact the CSB: CSB@Katz.Pitt.Edu Chris' LinkedIn (personalize your message!) B Corp Drawdown Labs Job Function Action Guide Books Small Actions, Big Difference by CB Bhattacharya Doughnut Economics by Kate Raworth All We Can Save Ed. by Ayana Elizabeth Johnson & Katharine K. Wilkinson The Overstory by Richard Powers Podcasts Sustaining Sustainability Outrage & Optimism Drilled The Carbon Copy GreenBiz350 Marketplace The Rest is Politics Degrees by EDF EcoRight Speaks My Climate Journey Documentaries/Videos Joshua Spodek's TEDx videos The Game Changers 2040 Years of Living Dangerously Newsletters Center for Sustainable Business ESG Today ESG Book Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Stitcher here: https://bit.ly/2B4O4GT You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

Humans have drastically altered the planet, and often not for the better. Miriam Kate McDonald, author of Emergent, joins to talk about how humans can help nature recover, the importance of biodiversity and the need for a more holistic approach to farming. Miriam also shares lessons she's learned from years of working in alternative agriculture and observing nature. Resources discussed in this episode: Miriam's book Emergent: Rewilding Nature, Regenerating Food and Healing the World by Restoring the Connection Between People and the Wild Miriam's Instagram Holistic Restoration Woven Earth Farm Oxford Real Farming Conference Landworkers Alliance Nature's Matrix book The Patterning Instinct boo Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Stitcher here: https://bit.ly/2B4O4GT You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

In this episode Jennifer talks with Clara AgborTabi, Alumni and Partnerships Co-Coordinator for Soul Fire Farm, about their experience working with the land and helping others develop a deeper relationship with nature. They discuss how Soul Fire Farm is uprooting racism and revolutionizing the food system, as well as their experience as Research Assistant for the book Black Earth Wisdom: Soulful Conversations with Black Environmentalists, by Leah Penniman. The book explores Black people’s spiritual and scientific connection to the land, waters, and climate through a series of interviews with various Black environmentalists. Resources discussed in this episode: Farming While Black book Soul Fire Farm website Soul Fire Farm Facebook Soul Fire Farm Instagram Soul Fire Farm Twitter Soul Fire Farm YouTube Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Stitcher here: https://bit.ly/2B4O4GT You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

Single-use plastic has only been around for a short time, but it has had a profound impact on our health and the environment. Lauren Gropper, Founder and CEO of Repurpose, joins us to discuss the plastic problem and how Repurpose is using plant waste to make alternatives to disposables. She also explains what PFAS (aka forever chemicals) are, and why we should avoid them. Resources discussed in this episode: Repurpose Repurpose Facebook Repurpose Twitter Repurpose Instagram Repurpose Pinterest Repurpose TikTok Center for Environmental Health A Plastic Ocean documentary Seaspiracy documentary Story of Stuff documentary Kiss the Ground documentary Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Stitcher here: https://bit.ly/2B4O4GT You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

Repairability not only has profound environmental impacts, it also helps save consumers money and encourages self-reliance. Elizabeth Chamberlain from iFixit joins us to discuss their work in helping empower people to fix their stuff. She also discusses the Right to Repair movement and the benefits of repair for individuals and society as a whole. Resources discussed in this episode: iFixit.com iFixit Facebook iFixit Instagram iFixit Twitter iFixit Pinterest iFixit TikTok iFixit YouTube Fight to Repair newsletter Made to Break by Giles Slade Lightbulb Conspiracy documentary Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Stitcher here: https://bit.ly/2B4O4GT You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

Trees are being cut down at an alarming rate to make a variety of items, including paper, furniture, flooring and clothing. This overconsumption of wood products has had severe consequences on our planet's climate and biodiversity. Jennifer discusses these issues with Tim Keating, Chief Sustainability Officer for Symmetry Wood, a company using bacterial waste to produce a wood substitute called Pyrus. Tim shares insights gained from years of working to combat the destructive effects of deforestation, and explains how Symmetry Wood is working to transform the wood industry by offering sustainable alternatives. He also offers tips for how to reduce our overall consumption of wood products. Resources discussed in this episode: Symmetry Wood Symmetry Wood LinkedIn Tim's Email Slow Wood EarthBilt Mongabay Ellen McArthur Foundation Global Forest Watch Report Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Stitcher here: https://bit.ly/2B4O4GT You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

We're bombarded with messages about all the ways we should go green, but it's not always as easy as it seems. Jennifer is joined by fellow sustainable geeks Kris and Rachel to talk about their frustrating and sometimes disappointing experiences with implementing sustainable practices into their daily lives. They discuss why many of the expectations placed on the average person are often unrealistic, and the guilt many people feel over not doing enough. Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Stitcher here: https://bit.ly/2B4O4GT You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

We are joined by Architect and Lecturer Donal Lally to discuss the impact of technology on the environment. His work explores the unintended consequences of human activity around the world, with particular emphasis on the social and environmental implications of data storage facilities in Ireland. Donal shares how this relationship is creatively demonstrated through Entanglement, a visual representation of both how technology and the environment are intertwined, and about Ireland's unique history and role in communications technology. Resources discussed in this episode: Entanglement exhibit States of Entanglement: Data In the Irish Landscape book Annex Instagram Annex Twitter Donal's zero degree machine Donal Lally Twitter Data flows and water woes: The Utah Data Center by Mél Hogan Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Stitcher here: https://bit.ly/2B4O4GT You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

Activist and researcher V'cenza Cirefice joins us to discuss the environmental and social consequences of natural resource extraction. She explains why extractive activities are so detrimental to nearby communities and offers examples of anti-extraction movements around the world. V'cenza also shares her own personal experiences as an activist researcher, including best practices for those interested in participating in this important work. Resources discussed in this episode: V'cenza's Twitter Despite Extractivism Articles by V'cenza: Women on the Frontlines of Resistance to Extractivism Women keeping Ireland's gold in the ground Climate Justice: Hope, Resilience, and the Fight for a Sustainable Future by Mary Robinson Mothers of Invention podcast Women’s Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN) International Yes to Life No to Mining War on Want Men Who Eat Ringforts by Sinéad Mercier Sharewaste.com Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Stitcher here: https://bit.ly/2B4O4GT You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

This month we talk with Viktória Pikovská from Victory Art about the importance of art as a means of creativity as well as a tool for activism. Viktória shares suggestions for ways both artists and consumers can produce and consume art more sustainably, and gives examples of eco-conscious practices in the art industry. Resources discussed in this episode: Victory Art Website Victory Art Facebook Victory Art Instagram Victory Art Twitter Victory Art LinkedIn To Life!: Eco Art in Pursuit of a Sustainable Planet Eco Friendly Art Magdaléna Ševčík Andrea Ehret Tomáš Libertíny Ai Weiwei Have a corntastic day! Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Stitcher here: https://bit.ly/2B4O4GT You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

Have you heard? This month's show is all about birds! We talk with Anna Matthews from the American Bird Conservancy about the important role birds play in the environment, the threats they face, and ways we can all help protect them. Anna also shares best practices for current and aspiring birdwatchers. Resources discussed in this episode: American Bird Conservancy American Bird Conservancy Twitter American Bird Conservancy Instagram American Bird Conservancy Facebook Anna Matthews LinkedIn Articles: Misguiding Lights: American Bird Conservancy Highlights Artificial Light's Link To Bird-Glass Collisions Bird-Strike Prevention: How to Stop Birds From Hitting Windows 3 Billion Birds initiative Audubon Conservation Ranching (Bird-friendly Beef) Bird-friendly Coffee (Smithsonian) Cornell Lab of Ornithology eBird iNaturalist Life of Birds (David Attenborough documentary) Master Naturalists Merlin Bird ID App Migratory Bird Joint Ventures National Audubon Society National Geographic Field Guide to the Birds of North America Oaks and Prairies Joint Venture Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Stitcher here: https://bit.ly/2B4O4GT You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

Dr. Leslie Solomonian, naturopathic doctor and host of the podcast 'Raising Kids, Naturally,' explains what naturopathy is and how the practice can help improve the health of both humans and the planet. She challenges us to shift how we think about modern medicine and our consumption practices. We also discuss the ethical implications of sustainability, activism, and having kids during the climate crisis. Resources mentioned in this episode: American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) Association of Accredited Naturopathic Medical Colleges (AANMC) Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND) Raising Kids, Naturally Podcast Planetary Heath Alliance EcoParent Facebook EcoParent Twitter EcoParent Instagram Leslie's website Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Stitcher here: https://bit.ly/2B4O4GT You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

Raising kids can be a challenge, and doing it in a way that is eco and morally conscious even more so. Manda Aufochs Gillespie, host of the podcast Raising Greener Teens and author of Green Mama & Green Mama-to-be, joins us to discuss how she came to be known as the 'Green Mama,' and how to address some of the unique experiences associated with raising teenagers. Resources discussed in this show: Raising Greener Teens podcast The Green Mama Manda on Facebook Manda on Instagram Manda on Twitter Manda on Pinterest Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Stitcher here: https://bit.ly/2B4O4GT You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz

Eco-Friendly Novelty Music sensation Oli Frost joins us for a very special 50th episode! Oli is best known for his unique form of activism, including turning climate action into an aerobics routine, predicting how his followers will die, and generating a million plant-based recipes. He discusses the inspiration behind his projects and shares his thoughts on how to be an effective activist. Resources included in this episode: Oli Frost website Oli Frost YouTube Oli Frost Spotify Oli Frost TikTok Oli Frost Instagram Oli Frost Facebook Oli Frost Twitter Less is More: How Degrowth Will Save the World by Jason Hickel Host: Jennifer Hetzel Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from. You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2 You can find us on Stitcher here: https://bit.ly/2B4O4GT You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6 You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz