Best Oprah and Apple Books Podcasts (2025)

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Solving The Problem Of Plastic Pollution With Judith Enck 57:07

2d ago57:07

57:07

Tons of plastic continue to pile up in landfills and find their way in our oceans, and it only gets worse every single year. Judith Enck, founder and president of Beyond Plastics, is leading the charge against plastic pollution for decades. She joins Corinna Bellizzi to share what must be done to accelerate and improve efforts in reducing plastic u…

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Jim Kwik - The Brain Coach Loved By Oprah and Musk - Featured on Get Obsessed 26:04

9d ago26:04

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Shared with permission from The Get Obsessed With Living Your Best Life Podcast - hosted by Julie Lokun. This week, I’m excited to share a powerful conversation from my podcasting colleague and business bestie, Julie Lokun, host of Get Obsessed With Your Life. Julie sits down with Jim Kwik, the world’s leading brain coach and author of the bestsell…

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Fixing The Industrialization Of Flour With Kevin Morse 58:20

15d ago58:20

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With the increasing number of huge industrial mills across the country, one of the most essential parts of our food system is also being industrialized: flour. Kevin Morse, CEO and co-founder of Cairnspring Mills, talks about his mission to bring organic flour into the mainstream market and the important role of community-rooted mills in achieving …

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Raw Milk 1:05:43

9d ago1:05:43

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Once widely banned, raw milk consumption is on the rise and states are repealing their bans. No one’s happier about that than the far right. How did we get here? NOTE: In the retelling of Pasteur’s early pasteurization, Aubrey misspoke! The culprit wasn’t lactic yeast, it was lactic acid bacteria. Sorry for the slip up! Support us: Hear bonus episo…

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Beauty As Activism: Laney Crowell on Saie’s Climate Initiative and Regenerative Beauty 45:40

22d ago45:40

45:40

In this episode, Corinna Bellizzi welcomes Laney Crowell, Founder and CEO of Saie, a clean beauty brand redefining what it means to care for people and planet. From the Saie Climate Initiative to The Saie Way docuseries, Laney is proving that beauty can be a force for regeneration. They explore how Saie is tackling plastic waste, transparency in th…

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Free Speech and Future Care: Speaking Truth in a Time of Fear 27:06

30d ago27:06

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In this powerful solo episode, Corinna Bellizzi challenges listeners to rethink what it means to protect free speech in a polarized world. Drawing from her own experience as a sustainability scholar at Prescott College and from her earlier conversation with author Tony Brasunas, she connects freedom of inquiry to the future of environmental and soc…

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Breaking Bread For A Better Planet: The PACHA Story With Maddie Hamann 39:35

1M ago39:35

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The worsening climate change continues to deliver an adverse impact on our food system, which leads to supply shortages and the rise of less nutritious sources. Maddie Hamann strives to solve this alarming problem through the PACHA bread. She joins Corinna Bellizzi to share how their organic gluten-free sourdough buckwheat bread is making huge wave…

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Harness Green Energy & Produce Regenerative Food With Jared Blumenfeld 1:02:25

1M ago1:02:25

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If the world is to thrive for many years to come, it must take action against climate change as soon as possible before it is too late. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Jared Blumenfeld, President of Waverley Street Foundation, who pioneered a spend-down strategy in climate philanthropy to make green energy and regenerative food more accessible to t…

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Addressing America’s PFAS Crisis With Rachel Frazin 51:11

2M ago51:11

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Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, are so widespread today that it is present in the soil, air, food, and water. Since they are hidden in almost all kinds of everyday products, the PFAS crisis in the United States will only get worse – unless we do something about it. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Rachel Frazin, an energy and…

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Shaping Our Ecological Futures With Aubrey Morgan Yee 1:09:34

2M ago1:09:34

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In today’s world focused on materialism and rapid tech innovation, we must never forget to reconnect with the earth to remain committed to regeneration to shape much brighter ecological futures. Corinna Bellizzi is here with Aubrey Morgan Yee, a mythopoetic futurist who hosts the Beloved Futures Podcast. Together, they unpack the crucial need to em…

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Building A Sustainable Wellness Community With Steve Nygren 46:03

2M ago46:03

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Integrating green spaces, agriculture, housing, and retail may be extremely challenging, but it is never impossible. Steve Nygren managed to pull this off by helping build Serenbe, a wellness community connected to nature on the edge of Atlanta. He joins Corinna Bellizzi to share how their responsibly developed, high-value community serves as a mod…

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The Food Babe 52:58

2M ago52:58

52:58

One blogger bravely pushes back against Starbucks, Subway and basic scientific facts. Support us: Hear bonus episodes on Patreon Watch Aubrey's documentary Buy Aubrey's book Listen to Mike's other podcast Get Maintenance Phase T-shirts, stickers and more Links! Taking On the Food Industry, One Blog Post at a Time How the ‘Food Babe’ Went From Obama…

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Improving Soil Health Through Regenerative Agriculture With Gabe Brown 57:34

2M ago57:34

57:34

When Gabe Brown saw firsthand how regenerative agriculture significantly transformed their family farm, he committed himself to spreading the word about the importance of taking care of the soil. In this conversation with Corinna Bellizzi, he breaks down his work as one of the pioneers of the current soil health movement that eliminates the use of …

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How Small Businesses Can Achieve Climate Resilience With Joyce Coffee 55:50

3M ago55:50

55:50

40% of small businesses never reopen after a natural disaster, and 90% of them fail within two years because of the lack of a proper resilience plan. Improve your chances of succeeding by fully embracing climate resilience. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Joyce Coffee, founder and president of Climate Resilience Consulting, who guides the backbone …

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Building A More Compassionate Society With Ali Horriyat 1:07:31

3M ago1:07:31

1:07:31

Excessive consumption is one of the leading killers of the world, and it is further empowered by greedy capitalism. Ali Horriyat leads the charge in transforming today’s profit-driven world and fostering a more compassionate society. He joins Corinna Bellizzi once again to talk about his non-profit organization Compassiviste and his book “Beyond Gr…

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The Beauty Of Cooperation In Nature With Kristin Ohlson 57:40

3M ago57:40

57:40

The environment is one huge organism, and cooperation allows it to thrive and survive. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Kristin Ohlson, who talks all about cooperation, resilience, and generosity in both human and ecological systems in her book, “Sweet in Tooth and Claw.” Kristin explores various examples of natural cooperation, from plants and micr…

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Replanting And Growing Mangroves With Hank Dearden Of ForestPlanet 54:22

3M ago54:22

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Mangroves are vital for coastal resilience, marine life breeding, and carbon sequestration. Despite the undeniable worth of such trees, they are rapidly dwindling in many areas around the world. Hank Dearden is actively spearheading reforestation projects through ForestPlanet to solve this alarming problem – at an average cost of just 15 cents per …

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Seed Oils 1:18:44

3M ago1:18:44

1:18:44

Why are you, as a man, afraid of sunflowers. Support us: Hear bonus episodes on Patreon Watch Aubrey's documentary Buy Aubrey's book Listen to Mike's other podcast Get Maintenance Phase T-shirts, stickers and more Links! The O6-O3 ratio: A critical appraisal Seed Oils: Are They Actually Toxic? No need to avoid healthy omega-6 fats Omega-6 Fatty Aci…

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Inventing a Better Future: How AI Can Solve Humanity’s Biggest Challenges with Marcus Weller 44:45

4M ago44:45

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In this groundbreaking episode, I’m joined by Dr. Marcus Weller — visionary entrepreneur, inventor, and CEO of DeepInvent.ai — to explore how AI can accelerate the pace of human innovation for the benefit of all. Deep Invent’s AI platform can generate patent-ready ideas in minutes, identify untapped “white space” in any field, and even improve its …

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From Vegan Chef to Regenerative Rancher: Mollie Engelhart Challenges Food, Politics & Belief 1:12:53

4M ago1:12:53

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Mollie Engelhart’s journey from vegan chef and Los Angeles restaurateur to regenerative farmer in California and Texas is anything but ordinary. In her new book, Debunked by Nature, Mollie shares how motherhood, land stewardship, and firsthand farming experience dismantled long-held beliefs about veganism, soil health, and politics. In this candid …

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Pavel Cenkl, PhD | Transformational Education 49:50

4M ago49:50

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Due to funding cuts, accessibility issues, and misguided priorities, many educational institutions and universities are failing to serve their own communities. This is why adopting transformational education and putting regeneration at the center of their curricula is a must. Joining Corinna Bellizzi is Pavel Cenkl, PhD, dean of Academic Affairs at…

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Regenerating Earth And Feeding The Future With Kelsey Timmerman 1:02:14

4M ago1:02:14

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Without committing to the mission of regenerating earth, we are putting our planet’s health and our entire future at risk. New York Times bestselling author and immersive journalist Kelsey Timmerman has been using the insights and experiences he has gathered from his global travels to put regenerative agriculture, food security, and soil health int…

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Regenerative Wellness Starts With Soil Health | with Dr. Jeffrey Burke 1:00:44

4M ago1:00:44

1:00:44

Regenerative agriculture is one of the most crucial ways to save the planet and build a much better society. By making the soil healthier, we preserve the environment and produce more organic food. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Dr. Jeffrey Burke, naturopathic practitioner and master herbalist, to discuss why the planet can greatly benefit from al…

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Herbalife 56:56

5M ago56:56

56:56

We’re talking about our first diet MLM and IT’S A REAL DOOZY! Support us: Hear bonus episodes on Patreon Watch Aubrey's documentary Buy Aubrey's book Listen to Mike's other podcast Get Maintenance Phase T-shirts, stickers and more Links! Herbalife: Weighty Profits and Government Probes Herbalife Exec's Death Prompts Bizarre Fallout Autopsy on Herba…

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Regenerative Health Starts With Algae: Corinna Bellizzi on Omega-3 Innovation, Sustainability, and the Future of Nutrition 53:39

5M ago53:39

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In this special bonus episode, we’re sharing Corinna’s full interview from the Honest Health Podcast, hosted by longtime natural health leader, Dr. Jeffrey Burke. This wide-ranging conversation explores the future of omega-3 nutrition, the unsustainable reality of fish-sourced oils, and how algae offers a powerful, regenerative solution for both pe…

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Leveraging The Power Of Community Storytelling With Dr. Sarah Fox 54:30

5M ago54:30

54:30

There is no forever solution to nuclear waste, and humanity is doomed to always live with its drastic consequences. With underserved areas always getting the small end of the stick, Dr. Sarah Fox helps to elevate their voices by putting community storytelling in the spotlight. In this conversation with Corinna Bellizzi, she shares how she underscor…

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True Impact Of Our Human Footprint With Shane Campbell-Staton, PhD 57:20

5M ago57:20

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The human footprint may not be easily measurable, but it is crucial in shaping the planet for better and for worse – but most of the time it is the latter. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with biologist Shane Campbell-Staton, PhD, who hosts the aptly named show "Human Footprint." He talks all about his experiences traveling around the world to delve int…

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Revolutionizing Rice With Caryl Levine & Ken Lee 1:01:16

6M ago1:01:16

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Rice is a staple food for more than half the world’s population. Although it is usually white, there are many other colors and types of rice out there. Caryl Levine and Ken Lee have pioneered the introduction of heirloom red and black rice to the United States. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, they share how they are reshaping the way Americans see, think…

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From Air To Aqua: Decentralized Water Solutions For A Thirsty Planet With Brian Sheng 50:17

6M ago50:17

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With freshwater becoming more and more limited, our planet turns its sights to decentralized water solutions. Brian Sheng, Co-Founder and CEO of Aquaria, has developed a technology to capture the vapor in the air and turn it into liquid water. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, he shares how their Atmospheric Water Generator (AWG) does its wonders to make c…

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Revolutionizing Regenerative Agriculture With Stephanie Anderson 55:12

6M ago55:12

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It is quite interesting to see women lead the charge in revolutionizing regenerative agriculture, which is a male-dominated space. They are bringing a brand-new approach to raising awareness about social justice, gaining mostly the attention and interest of youth. Corinna Bellizzi chats with Stephanie Anderson, an award-winning journalist, who util…

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Ultra-Processed Foods 1:11:20

6M ago1:11:20

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Everyone agrees that processed foods are bad for you. When it comes to defining what they actually are, however, there is considerably less agreement. Support us: Hear bonus episodes on Patreon Watch Aubrey's documentary Buy Aubrey's book Listen to Mike's other podcast Get Maintenance Phase T-shirts, stickers and more Links! Nutrition and health. T…

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Embracing (re)Generative Leadership With Susan Griffin-Black & Brad Black 1:04:52

6M ago1:04:52

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In today’s world where capitalism, globalism, and digital innovation reign supreme, sustainability still finds its way to navigate the corporate world on the right path. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Susan Griffin-Black and Brad Black who share how they pioneered the natural personal care industry through their unique (re)generative leadership ap…

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Empowering Changemakers: A Conversation With Nick Mucha On 'Tools To Save Our Home Planet' 51:12

7M ago51:12

51:12

Changemakers from the grassroots are the most inspiring people out there, but they need the right support to do their job well and make our home planet much better. Nick Mucha, Director of Environmental Issues and Strategy at Patagonia, talks about his latest book that explores how to empower intergenerational activism. Together with Corinna Belliz…

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Responsible Sourcing & Plant-Based Energy: A New Brew With Ben Levine of Rasa 37:19

7M ago37:19

37:19

Republished with permission from Nutrition Without Compromise and ORLO Nutrition Guest: Ben Levine, Co-Founder of Rasa & Clinical Herbalist In this enlightening episode, we meet Ben Levine, a clinical herbalist and co-founder of Rasa, a sustainable adaptogenic coffee alternative brand. Ben shares his journey from corporate herbal sourcing to foundi…

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Healing The Soil Through Regenerative Farming With Ric Scalzo 1:03:10

7M ago1:03:10

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The earth offers a lot of things that make us and the entire planet healthier – we only have to know which things are genuinely good for us. Ric Scalzo joins Corinna Bellizzi to share how he masterfully combines his knowledge with herbal medicine, regenerative farming, and ancient traditions to bring healing to people and the world as a whole. Ric …

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The Blue Plate: How Our Meals Can Combat Climate Chaos | Mark J. Easter 33:23

7M ago33:23

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What if your next meal could be a tool for climate action? In this episode of Nutrition Without Compromise, shared here with the permission of ORLO Nutrition, Corinna Bellizzi welcomes ecologist and greenhouse gas accountant Mark J. Easter to explore the connection between the foods we eat and the fight against climate chaos. Mark shares insights f…

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Creating A Sustainable Nutrition Ingredient Supply With Ben Kelly 43:09

7M ago43:09

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If we can be more conscious about our food consumption, building a more sustainable world is certainly achievable. Corinna Bellizzi chats with Ben Kelly of Better Origin Ingredients about what it takes to create a sustainable nutrition ingredient supply. He shares the environmental benefits of using algae-based Omega-3s, particularly in ending ille…

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Toxic Harvest: Kelly Ryerson of 'Common Ground' Unpacks Glyphosate Toxicity & Regenerative Hope 47:34

7M ago47:34

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In this eye-opening bonus episode, originally aired on Nutrition Without Compromise, host Corinna Bellizzi interviews Kelly Ryerson—better known as Glyphosate Girl. Together, they expose the hidden toxicity of glyphosate (the active ingredient in Roundup), its role in chronic illness, microbiome destruction, and environmental collapse. Kelly shares…

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BONUS: MAHA's First 90 Days 53:16

7M ago53:16

53:16

From our Patreon feed, we're catching up with RFK Jr. and his cadre of "Make America Healthy Again" influencers. Support us: Hear bonus episodes on Patreon Watch Aubrey's documentary Buy Aubrey's book Listen to Mike's other podcast Get Maintenance Phase T-shirts, stickers and more Thanks to Doctor Dreamchip for our lovely theme song! Support the sh…

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Building Beds For Kids With Luke Mickelson 50:42

7M ago50:42

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Thousands of children across the country will sleep tonight without a comfortable bed. This unfortunate situation deprives them of proper rest, which leads to a pretty unhealthy lifestyle and mental disposition. Luke Mickelson is on a mission to put an end to this problem through Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP), the largest bed-building charity in th…

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Earth Day Special: Algae-Based Nutrition Solutions & Caring More To Be Better | Whole Earth Radio | Season 3, Episode 3 45:34

8M ago45:34

45:34

Happy Earth Day 2025! In her second guest appearance on Whole Earth Radio, Corinna Bellizzi focuses primarily on her work with the sustainable microalgae brand, ORLO NUTRITION. Corinna is also the host of CARE MORE BE BETTER, which we touched on towards the end of the discussion - below are some links so you can see and hear for yourself what we we…

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Addressing The DEI Backlash With Natalie Norfus 57:09

8M ago57:09

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Today’s divisive society and political climate have been changing the concept of diversity, equity, and inclusion or DEI. Instead of bringing people together regardless of social status, age, belief, or skin color, it is slowly becoming a cuss word used to demean and hurt. HR/DEI practitioner Natalie Norfus utilizes her years of problem-solving exp…

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From Plastic-Free to Purpose-Driven: Packaging Innovation For Impact With Saloni Doshi of EcoEnclose 39:29

8M ago39:29

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Guest: Saloni Doshi, CEO & Chief Sustainability Officer, EcoEnclose and featuring product packaging by ORLONutrition What does truly sustainable packaging look like—and how can we move beyond “recyclable” to truly circular? In this thought-provoking conversation, Corinna Bellizzi interviews Saloni Doshi, CEO of EcoEnclose, a trailblazing company de…

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A Regenerative Journey Inspired by Paul Hawken (Part 11: Action & Connection) 17:07

8M ago17:07

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In this replay of episode 57, clipped for brevity and timely relevance, we bring you the final installment in our Regeneration Series, originally inspired by Paul Hawken’s seminal book, Regeneration: Ending the Climate Crisis in One Generation. As we head into Thanksgiving week and Giving Tuesday, this episode dives deep into the final theme of Haw…

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Regeneration: Energy, Industry & The Future We Choose | Paul Hawken Series, Parts 9 & 10 55:24

8M ago55:24

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Welcome, Regenerators! In this special bonus episode of Care More Be Better, we bring together Parts 9 and 10 of our Regeneration series inspired by Paul Hawken's groundbreaking book, Regeneration: Ending the Climate Crisis in One Generation. Trimmed for your listening pleasure. Part 9: Energy We dive deep into renewable energy—from solar and geoth…

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229 | Connection, Carbon & Regeneration with Paul Hawken 1:08:27

8M ago1:08:27

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A single cell of carbon contains trillions of molecules, and its role in connecting all life is immeasurable. American environmentalist Paul Hawken decided to study indigenous languages to further explore the beauty of the most versatile element on the planet that animates the entirety of the living world. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, he talks about h…

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Regenerating Cities & Food Systems: Building A Livable, Sustainable Future | Paul Hawken Series, Parts 7 & 8 45:45

8M ago45:45

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In this special replay, we unite two dynamic explorations from Paul Hawken’s Regeneration: Ending the Climate Crisis in One Generation, focusing on how cities and food systems can be transformed for the better. From living buildings to urban farms, from rethinking meat to minimizing food waste—this episode offers a hopeful, actionable roadmap to re…

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228: Cynthia Power | Circular Economy In Fashion And Beyond 57:13

8M ago57:13

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Countless clothing items are produced every single day, and when they get worn out or destroyed, they simply pile up in landfills. Cynthia Power is raising awareness about circular economy to address this alarming problem, maximize the lifespan of products, and greatly minimize waste. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, she brings her knowledge as a circular…

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The Bulletproof Diet 53:40

8M ago53:40

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Meet the tech bro on a noble quest to double his lifespan, improve his productivity and irritate his waitress. Support us: Hear bonus episodes on Patreon Watch Aubrey's documentary Buy Aubrey's book Listen to Mike's other podcast Get Maintenance Phase T-shirts, stickers and more Links! Mycotoxins Myth: The Truth About Mold in Coffee Guidance for In…

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Regeneration: Land, People, and Joining The Movement to Reverse Global Warming | Paul Hawken Series, Parts 4 - 6 38:30

9M ago38:30

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In this BONUS episode, we're bringing you our coverage of chapters 4 and 5 of REGENERATION: Ending the Climate Crisis In One Generation by Paul Hawken. Since it was originally published in 2021, this consolidated content will prime you for our upcoming interview with Paul Hawken. If you have specific questions you'd like me to ask Paul, please send…

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