DeAndre James has worked in various roles within the healthcare sector for over 20 years. He began his healthcare career as a Hospital Corpsman (Emergency Medicine & Surgery) in the US Navy. He has since held leadership positions, including Chief Operating Officer at San Mateo Medical Center and Executive Director of Dignity Health Medical Group. DeAndre holds a Bachelor’s in Healthcare Management from Southern Illinois University and a Master’s in Health System Management from Rush University. Driven by a commitment to health equity, he works to ensure access to quality care for all, regardless of socioeconomic status. As Executive Director of Community Health Trust, DeAndre is dedicated to fostering wellness and enacting positive change in the community.Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/community-health-trust/ Guest Website: https://pvhealthtrust.org/ Guest Social: https://www.youtube.com/@communityhealthtrust https://www.instagram.com/pvhealth/ https://www.facebook.com/pvhealthtrust Show Notes: Final audioPrimary Challenges In The Healthcare System - 04:10Exploring The Veggie Prescription Program - 10:59Supporting Non-For-Profit With Grants - 15:21Building A Community-Based Wellness Center - 17:53Bringing People Back To Optimal Health - 21:49Helping People In Their Homes And Reorganizing Society - 26:44Similar Organizations And Keeping Costs Manageable - 32:42Why You Should Check On Your Neighbors - 37:12Episode Wrap-up And Closing Words -39:46JOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE:🌴 Subscribe to our newsletter, and we’ll plant a tree in your honor!🌲 Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we’ll plant another tree🌳 Shop our cause-before-commerce store and support earth-first charities through our partnership with 1% For The Planet. Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter and https://tiktok.com/@circleb.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

Packaging waste accounts for around 40% of plastic waste around the world. Tens of millions of it go straight to landfills and their recyclability is simply ignored. Sustainable packaging expert Elizabeth Corbett is here to discuss what must be done to reduce our seemingly endless packaging waste. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, she presents innovative and greener solutions that could solve this alarming problem, from reusable containers to accessible refill systems. Elizabeth also discusses how consumers can contribute to boost the use of eco-friendly packaging and what must be changed in the federal government to finally solve the United States’ broken garbage system.About Guest:Elizabeth Corbett is leading a revolution in sustainable packaging, helping brands across cannabis, health & beauty, and consumer goods industries make their packaging smarter and greener. Over her 25+ year career, Elizabeth has built and led $100M+ sales teams, developed growth strategies, and designed packaging solutions for iconic brands like Estée Lauder, Starbucks’ Teavana, Privateer/Tilray, and Martha Stewart CBD, combining elegance with eco responsibility.Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ecorbett/ Guest Website: https://aeglobal.com/ Show Notes: Raw audioThe Alarming Statistics Of Packaging Waste - 02:05Innovative Ways In Getting Rid Of Plastic Packaging - 06:08Benefits Of Using Reusable Containers - 14:27Rise Of Sustainability In Brand And Business Building - 20:23Building Brands While Prioritizing Recyclability - 32:41Insights On Novel Packaging Materials - 38:06How The Federal Government Blocks Plastic Recycling - 40:27Building A 100% Sustainable Organization - 43:31Appreciating Durability And Prioritizing Reuse Of Goods - 46:10Closing Words And Episode Wrap-up - 48:42JOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE:🌴 Subscribe to our newsletter, and we’ll plant a tree in your honor!🌲 Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we’ll plant another tree🌳 Shop our cause-before-commerce store and support earth-first charities through our partnership with 1% For The Planet.  FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL @caremorebebetterYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetterTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMoreBeBetter/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

Regenerative agriculture is not just the solution to reinvigorating soil health and improving the way we eat. It can also address the long list of problems caused by humanity’s addiction to the extraction economy. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Josh Tickell, an environmental activist and filmmaker behind the award-winning documentary “Common Ground.” He shares how he tackles the urgent need to embrace regenerative agriculture today through his film, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and coming soon to Amazon Prime this April. Josh also discusses how the public can take action and join the regenerative movement, which aims to unlock better farming opportunities put an end to the use of destructive chemicals, and encourage people to eat more healthily.About Guest:Josh Tickell is an environmental activist, acclaimed filmmaker, and bestselling author. A renowned speaker and authority on regeneration and climate change, he frequently appears on CNN, Discovery, Reuters, NBC, Fox, and NPR. With his wife, Rebecca Harrell Tickell, he co-founded Big Picture Ranch, a regenerative farm and film studio creating impactful environmental films. Their latest documentary, Common Ground, narrated by Jason Momoa, Laura Dern, Donald Glover, Rosario Dawson, and Ian Somerhalder, is the sequel to Kiss the Ground. Directed and produced by Josh and Rebecca, the film premiered at the Tribeca Festival, earning the Human/Nature Award for its powerful message about regenerative agriculture and its potential to combat climate change.Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshtickell/ Guest Website:https://www.bigpictureranch.com https://kissthegroundmovie.com https://commongroundfilm.orgGuest Social: https://www.instagram.com/joshtickell/ https://www.facebook.com/EcoDude/ https://www.instagram.com/commongroundfilm https://www.youtube.com/@commongroundfilmhttps://instagram.com/kissthegroundhttps://www.youtube.com/@KissTheGround

The social and economic inequity in the United States is clearly evident just by looking at the current state of the American healthcare system. It is broken in so many areas and highly ineffective in addressing the actual needs of the people, leaving many citizens to live in constant suffering. Thankfully, today’s tech innovations could offer some solutions to this massive problem. Joining Corinna Bellizzi is social change futurist Sheila Phicil, founder of Phicil-itate Change LLC, who is building a blockchain-powered platform that could fix the many issues of the healthcare system. She explains why the main problem lies in the blatant disregard for values, not in the lack of financial support. Sheila also offers some ways of making healthcare equally accessible to everyone, even to people of color, underserved communities, and minority groups who are always exploited when it comes to well-being.About Guest:Sheila Phicil is a social change futurist™, health equity expert, and founder of Phicil-itate Change LLC, empowering social innovators to create measurable impact. With 15+ years of experience driving healthcare transformation at institutions like Brigham and Women's Hospital, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, and Boston Medical Center, Sheila integrates professional and lived experience to advance health equity. She holds dual Master’s degrees in Public Health and Financial Economics, is a Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), and a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE). Her COMPASS Project, a blockchain- and AI-enabled platform for patient engagement, was selected for the CIC Social Impact Cohort. Sheila is also a recognized speaker on AI-driven healthcare solutions and social innovation.Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheila-phicil/ Guest Website: https://phicil-itatechange.com/ Guest Social: https://www.youtube.com/@phicil-itate_change Show Notes: Raw audioWorking At The Intersection Of Healthcare And Equity - 02:13The Problem With Privatized Healthcare system - 06:23How Technology Can Change The Healthcare System - 18:15Ending Exploitation And Inequity In Healthcare - 23:36Exploring The Benefits Of The Compass Project - 30:06An Invitation To Collaborate - 41:28Episode Wrap-up And Closing Words - 44:39JOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE: Subscribe to our newsletter, and we'll plant a tree in your honor! https://caremorebebetter.com Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we'll plant another treeFollow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@caremorebebetterTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMoreBeBetter/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter

Food has become so commercialized that many people feel guilty about eating some food. This is quite a miserable way to live, and June Jo Lee offers a solution: adopting the so-called ethnographic diet. In this conversation with Corinna Bellizzi, she explores her groundbreaking ethnographic research about the benefits of eating the food you love, not the food forced upon you by society. June discusses how to teach the younger generation to eat better and give more importance to eating healthily. She also explains how to cook more without following a rigid recipe but instead relying on the natural flavor at your fingertips.

In this episode, host Corinna Bellizzi speaks with Sandra Millers Younger, journalist, fire survivor, and author of The Fire Outside My Window: A Survivor Tells the True Story of California's Epic Cedar Fire. Sandra shares her harrowing escape from the 2003 Cedar Fire, the lessons learned, and how her experience has shaped her mission to help others build resilience. With wildfires ravaging Southern California, this conversation is particularly timely, offering practical tools and emotional insights for navigating personal and collective crises.Episode HighlightsThe Reality of Climate-Driven WildfiresCorinna opens with an update on the ongoing wildfires in Southern California, highlighting the rising toll of climate-driven disasters and their profound impact on communities. She reflects on resilience, gratitude, and how framing challenges positively can empower survivors.Sandra Younger’s Cedar Fire StorySandra recounts her narrow escape from the 2003 Cedar Fire, which destroyed her home and claimed 12 lives in her community.She shares vivid details, from following a bobcat through smoke-filled roads to lessons learned about preparedness, including the importance of go-bags, defensible space, and early evacuation.Sandra’s reflections underscore the unpredictability and speed of natural disasters.Resilience and The ComeBACK FormulaSandra introduces her ComeBACK Formula, a five-step framework for building resilience:Come to Gratitude – Focus on what you can be thankful for, even amid tragedy.Be Patient & Believe – Healing and rebuilding take time, but resilience is innate.Accept Help – Embrace support from others and be willing to ask for it when needed.Choose Your Attitude – Reframe your story as one of survival and growth, not victimhood.Keep Moving Forward – Celebrate small wins and take incremental steps toward recovery.Lessons for Preparing and CopingThe psychological toll of disasters: triggers like wind or lightning and the importance of mental health tools.Practical tips for disaster preparedness: defensible space, early evacuation, and community coordination.Broader implications for society: the need for infrastructure improvements, proactive wildfire management, and climate resilience strategies.Resilience in Everyday LifeCorinna and Sandra discuss how the principles of resilience apply to everyday challenges, from personal crises to the global pandemic. They emphasize the role of storytelling, gratitude, and connection in overcoming adversity.Resources MentionedBooks:The Fire Outside My Window: A Survivor Tells the True Story of California's Epic Cedar Fire by Sandra YoungerBlue Mind and Dear Wild Child by Dr. Wallace J. NicholsMan’s Search for Meaning by Viktor FranklFrom Stressed to Resilient by Dr. Deborah GilboaSandra Younger’s Website & Resources:The ComeBACK Formula Guidebook (Free Download)Coaching and speaking opportunities: SandraYounger.comContact Corinna Bellizzi:Email: Hello@CareMoreBeBetter.comSocial Media: @corinnabellizzi @caremorebebetterJoin the CommunitySubscribe, leave a review, and share your thoughts about this episode! Together, we can care more, be better, and create a more resilient society.Follow Sandra YoungerLinkedIn: Sandra YoungerInstagram: @smyoungerFacebook: Sandra M. YoungerYouTube: Sandra YoungerTwitter: @syoungerJOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE: 🌴 Subscribe to our newsletter, and we'll plant a tree in your honor! https://circleb.co🌲 Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we'll plant another tree 🌳 Shop our cause-before-commerce store and support earth-first charities through our partnership with 1% For The Planet.Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter and https://tiktok.com/@circleb.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter

In this episode, host Corinna Bellizzi speaks with Sandra Millers Younger, journalist, fire survivor, and author of The Fire Outside My Window: A Survivor Tells the True Story of California's Epic Cedar Fire. Sandra shares her harrowing escape from the 2003 Cedar Fire, the lessons learned, and how her experience has shaped her mission to help others build resilience. With wildfires ravaging Southern California, this conversation is particularly timely, offering practical tools and emotional insights for navigating personal and collective crises.Episode HighlightsThe Reality of Climate-Driven WildfiresCorinna opens with an update on the ongoing wildfires in Southern California, highlighting the rising toll of climate-driven disasters and their profound impact on communities. She reflects on resilience, gratitude, and how framing challenges positively can empower survivors.Sandra Younger’s Cedar Fire StorySandra recounts her narrow escape from the 2003 Cedar Fire, which destroyed her home and claimed 12 lives in her community.She shares vivid details, from following a bobcat through smoke-filled roads to lessons learned about preparedness, including the importance of go-bags, defensible space, and early evacuation.Sandra’s reflections underscore the unpredictability and speed of natural disasters.Resilience and The ComeBACK FormulaSandra introduces her ComeBACK Formula, a five-step framework for building resilience:Come to Gratitude – Focus on what you can be thankful for, even amid tragedy.Be Patient & Believe – Healing and rebuilding take time, but resilience is innate.Accept Help – Embrace support from others and be willing to ask for it when needed.Choose Your Attitude – Reframe your story as one of survival and growth, not victimhood.Keep Moving Forward – Celebrate small wins and take incremental steps toward recovery.Lessons for Preparing and CopingThe psychological toll of disasters: triggers like wind or lightning and the importance of mental health tools.Practical tips for disaster preparedness: defensible space, early evacuation, and community coordination.Broader implications for society: the need for infrastructure improvements, proactive wildfire management, and climate resilience strategies.Resilience in Everyday LifeCorinna and Sandra discuss how the principles of resilience apply to everyday challenges, from personal crises to the global pandemic. They emphasize the role of storytelling, gratitude, and connection in overcoming adversity.Resources MentionedBooks:The Fire Outside My Window: A Survivor Tells the True Story of California's Epic Cedar Fire by Sandra YoungerBlue Mind and Dear Wild Child by Dr. Wallace J. NicholsMan’s Search for Meaning by Viktor FranklFrom Stressed to Resilient by Dr. Deborah GilboaSandra Younger’s Website & Resources:The ComeBACK Formula Guidebook (Free Download)Coaching and speaking opportunities: SandraYounger.comContact Corinna Bellizzi:Email: Hello@CareMoreBeBetter.comSocial Media: @corinnabellizzi @caremorebebetterJoin the CommunitySubscribe, leave a review, and share your thoughts about this episode! Together, we can care more, be better, and create a more resilient society.Follow Sandra YoungerLinkedIn: Sandra YoungerInstagram: @smyoungerFacebook: Sandra M. YoungerYouTube: Sandra YoungerTwitter: @syoungerJOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE: 🌴 Subscribe to our newsletter, and we'll plant a tree in your honor! https://caremorebebetter.com🌲 Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we'll plant another tree Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter and https://tiktok.com/@circleb.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter

In this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode of Care More Be Better, host Corinna Bellizzi revisits pivotal moments from Episode 25 with Godfrey Coker, a passionate advocate for equity in healthcare, education, and societal systems. Together, they explore themes of identity, inclusion, and resilience, offering a compelling narrative of what it means to live unapologetically yourself.Key Highlights:Exciting 2025 Guests: A sneak peek at upcoming interviews, including filmmaker Josh Tickell (Kiss the Ground, Common Ground), and leaders in diversity and equity like Rachel Siegal and Sheila Phicil.Reflecting on Godfrey’s Journey: Born in Sierra Leone, Godfrey overcame the challenges of civil war, displacement, and cultural adaptation to become a pioneer in healthcare equity and youth advocacy.Code Switching and Identity: Godfrey shares personal insights on navigating different cultural spaces and the lifelong quest for authenticity.Hughes Who Productions: Learn how Godfrey and his team empower African-American youth through video game development, giving them tools to thrive in an underrepresented industry.Healthcare Advocacy: A candid discussion on systemic disparities in clinical trials, the fear rooted in historical exploitation, and the urgent need for inclusive solutions.Global Perspectives: From addressing corruption in Ghana to reimagining "development," Godfrey and Corinna explore how cultural understanding and grassroots efforts can drive sustainable change.Action Steps:Reflect on the question, "Who are you when you live unapologetically yourself?"Share this episode with friends and community to amplify the message of inclusion and empowerment.Explore ways to support impactful initiativesTogether, we can care more, be better, and create a world where everyone has the freedom to thrive. Let’s get started. 🌍✨JOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE: 🌴 Subscribe to our newsletter, and we'll plant a tree in your honor! https://circleb.co🌲 Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we'll plant another tree 🌳 Shop our cause-before-commerce store and support earth-first charities through our partnership with 1% For The Planet.Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter and https://tiktok.com/@circleb.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

In this BONUS episode we introduce you to the topic of Sustainable Nutrition and Spirulina as our host shares her guest appearance on The Forever Young Radio Show - Episode #560, originally released on November 7, 2024. The Host, Kelly Cappasola interviews Corinna Bellizzi, natural products industry expert and host of the podcasts Nutrition Without Compromise and Care More, Be Better. Together, they explore the groundbreaking benefits of Icelandic Ultra Spirulina and its role in enhancing focus, memory, and overall brain health.Key Topics Covered:The science behind Icelandic Ultra Spirulina and its bioavailable nutrients, including methylated B12.How spirulina grown in pristine, closed-loop environments is a sustainable and superior alternative to traditional sources of B12.The critical role B vitamins play in brain health, energy production, and stress management.The unique formulation of Orlo Nutrition’s Focus and Memory Gummies, featuring phosphatidylserine, lion’s mane extract, and spirulina.The challenges of B12 deficiencies, medication interactions, and the importance of choosing the right supplement forms.Insights on methylation, MTHFR gene variants, and how these impact nutrient absorption and brain function.Why Icelandic Ultra Spirulina?Corinna shares the innovative methods used by Orlo Nutrition’s parent company, VAXA, to grow spirulina sustainably in Iceland using geothermal energy and pristine water. This ensures a pure, oxalate-free product free from environmental contaminants.Special Highlights:Discover how stress impacts B vitamin levels and why supplementation can support energy, focus, and mood.Learn about the unique taste and effectiveness of Orlo Nutrition’s Focus and Memory Gummies.Explore the importance of clean, bioavailable nutrients for optimal brain function and aging healthfully.Resources Mentioned:Visit OrloNutrition.com to learn more about their Icelandic Ultra Spirulina and other innovative products.Use code FOREVER for 20% off your first order (excludes subscriptions).Listen to episode 500 and episode 553 for deeper insights into the science and sustainability of spirulina.Join the Orlo Nutrition email list for exclusive promotions, including free product samples.Stay Connected:Explore over 500 health-focused episodes on ForeverYoungRadio.com.Check out Corinna’s podcasts: Nutrition Without Compromise and Care More, Be Better.Make brain health a priority with Icelandic Ultra Spirulina—support your body and the planet!JOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE: 🌴 Subscribe to our newsletter, and we'll plant a tree in your honor! https://circleb.co🌲 Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we'll plant another tree 🌳 Shop our cause-before-commerce store and support earth-first charities through our partnership with 1% For The Planet.Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter and https://tiktok.com/@circleb.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

In this powerful episode, originally published on March 21, 2021, we sit down with Courtney Stewart, CEO and Founder of LipRevolt, a bold cosmetics brand that combines beauty with activism. Courtney shares her deeply personal journey—from overcoming abuse and adversity in her youth to founding a company with a mission to empower marginalized communities. Through LipRevolt, she champions social justice by donating 10% of sales to organizations supporting women’s rights, civil rights, and LGBTQ+ rights.Topics Covered:The life experiences that shaped Courtney's path to activism and entrepreneurship.How LipRevolt is more than a lipstick—it’s a call to action and a symbol of empowerment.Navigating the challenges of starting a business without prior industry experience.The importance of representation in the beauty industry and how LipRevolt seeks to fill the gaps.The transformative power of community, both in fostering personal growth and driving societal change.Courtney also discusses the charities LipRevolt supports, such as The New Georgia Project, and encourages listeners to engage in meaningful action—whether by volunteering, supporting nonprofits, or amplifying the voices of those advocating for equality.Key Quotes:“Your existence and authenticity are revolutionary. Take hold of it, fight for it, and live.”“There’s so much power in a voice. Use it to tear down misogyny, fight against sexual abuse, or challenge injustices.”“Don’t let a lack of experience stop you. If you see a gap, fill it.”Resources Mentioned:LipRevolt: https://www.LipRevolt.comThe New Georgia Project: Learn MoreBeyond 6 Seconds Podcast: https://www.Beyond6Seconds.netConnect with LipRevolt:Instagram: @liprevoltFacebook: LipRevoltTwitter: @liprevoltCall to Action:Feeling inspired? Take the next step:Shop LipRevolt and support social justice causes: https://www.LipRevolt.comVolunteer or donate to nonprofits that make a difference.Start conversations with your community to advocate for a more equal world.Together, we can make the world a better, more just place. Thank you for joining this conversation and being part of our movement!Email us at Hello@CareMoreBeBetter.com to share your thoughts or get involved. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show. Let’s Care More, Be Better!JOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE: 🌴 Subscribe to our newsletter, and we'll plant a tree in your honor! https://circleb.co🌲 Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we'll plant another tree 🌳 Shop our cause-before-commerce store and support earth-first charities through our partnership with 1% For The Planet.Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter and https://tiktok.com/@circleb.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

In this powerful episode of Care More Be Better (originally episode 105, published in September, 2022) host Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Tzeporah Berman, environmental activist, founder of Stand.earth, and Chair of the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative. Today, she kicks off this episode with a new introduction, showcasing Tzeporah Berman's latest honor as one of TIME 100's Climate Activists, specifically in the Climate Defender category. The honor was officially bestowed on November 12, 2024. You can find the feature on TIME.COM and in their November 2024 print issue. You'll also hear a clip from Donna Grantis' song featuring clips from this episode in this introduction. Together, Tzeporah & Corinna discuss the urgent need to combat climate change by reducing fossil fuel dependency, the critical role of global treaties, and the actionable steps we can take as individuals and communities.Discover the power of grassroots action, the importance of systems change over individual guilt, and how collective efforts can lead to global agreements to protect the planet. Tzeporah offers hope, inspiration, and a roadmap for making impactful change in the face of the climate crisis.Key Topics Discussed:The Fossil Fuel Crisis: Why current production levels of oil, gas, and coal far exceed what the planet can sustain.The Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty: Its goals, achievements, and how you can help cities and communities endorse it.Systemic vs. Individual Change: Shifting responsibility from individuals to corporations and governments.Grassroots Activism: Examples of citizen-led efforts that push local governments to act, including SAFE Cities initiatives.Sustainable Solutions: How renewable energy and the circular economy can address resource challenges and replace fossil fuels.Maintaining Hope: Practical advice for avoiding burnout, staying connected to nature, and setting achievable goals for activism.Why Listen:Gain a deeper understanding of how fossil fuel dependency impacts climate change.Learn practical steps to get involved in climate activism, from city council initiatives to global treaty advocacy.Find inspiration in Tzeporah’s optimistic yet action-driven approach to tackling the climate crisis.Actionable Takeaways:Endorse the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty: Visit FossilFuelTreaty.org to explore resources and bring the treaty to your city or community.Engage with Local Governments: Attend city council meetings and advocate for policies that reduce fossil fuel expansion.Support Renewable Energy: Choose renewable energy providers, support sustainable businesses, and educate others on the benefits of clean energy.Stay Active: Participate in SAFE Cities programs and learn how your city can lead the transition away from fossil fuels.Reconnect with Nature: Spend time outdoors to stay grounded and inspired in your activism.Guest Links & Resources:Tzeporah Berman:LinkedInInstagramTED TalkOrganizations:Stand.earthFossilFuelTreaty.orgSAFE CitiesRecommended Reading:Entangled Life by Merlin SheldrakeNature, Culture, and the Sacred: A Woman Listens for Leadership by Nina SimonsNext Steps:Subscribe to the Podcast: Never miss an episode of Care More Be Better.Share This Episode: Spread the word about the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty and this vital conversation.JOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE: 🌴 Subscribe to our newsletter, and we'll plant a tree in your honor! https://circleb.co🌲 Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we'll plant another tree 🌳 Shop our cause-before-commerce store and support earth-first charities through our partnership with 1% For The Planet.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter and https://tiktok.com/@circleb.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter

There may not be a lot of regenerative brands out there right now, but if they come together, they can make a significantly huge impact. Anthony Corsaro has co-founded an ecosystem supporting these brands to empower their efforts and deliver actual environmental change in a world adversely impacted by the climate crisis. He joins Corinna Bellizzi to share how ReGen Brands takes a multifaceted approach to support brands that will bring the regenerative movement to greater heights. Anthony also shares how he became a regenerative agriculture evangelist after getting healed through naturopathic medicine.About Guest:Anthony Corsaro is an entrepreneur, investor, and regenerative agriculture evangelist whose mission is to help heal our people and planet through ventures that inspire the production and consumption of healthy, nutrient-dense foods. Anthony is the Co-Founder and President of ReGen Brands and the ReGen Brands ecosystem including ReGen Brands Institute, ReGen Brands Coalition, and ReGen Brands Capital. This unprecedented, multifaceted approach to supporting brands that support regenerative agriculture holds the promise of advancing the entire regenerative movement.Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonycorsaro/Guest Website: https://regen-brands.com/https://regen-brands.com/coalitionJOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE: 🌴 Subscribe to our newsletter, and we'll plant a tree in your honor! https://circleb.co🌲 Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we'll plant another tree 🌳 Shop our cause-before-commerce store and support earth-first charities through our partnership with 1% For The Planet.Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter and https://tiktok.com/@circleb.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

Environmentalist Jon Waterman visited Alaska and beyond for more than four decades to see first-hand the severe situation of the Arctic climate crisis. He recorded his findings and experiences in his book, Into The Thaw, stressing that there is still hope in saving our warming planet. Jon sits down with Corinna Bellizzi to discuss what must be done to save the Arctic, where global warming happens four times faster than anywhere else on Earth. He also reveals how the climate crisis in this northern region adversely affects not only the wildlife but also the Inuit people, who have called Alaska and the Arctic home for many centuries.About Guest:Jon Waterman has worked as a director of a small press, an editor, a naturalist, a park ranger, a wilderness guide, a photographer, and a filmmaker. Among his many publications, Jon’s work has often appeared in The New York Times, Outside, Men’s Journal, Adventure, Climbing, and Sailing World. His 17 books include In the Shadow of Denali, Kayaking the Vermilion Sea, and Running Dry; he is a frequent grantee of the National Geographic Society. By taking risks and tackling difficult issues, his work transcends traditional outdoor yarns and has garnered numerous awards, including a Literary Fellowship from the National Endowment of the Arts, three Best Adventure Book Awards from the Banff Book Festival, a National Park Service Special Achievement Award, and the Sigurd Olson Nature Writing Award. He lives in Carbondale, Colorado.Guest Website: https://jonathanwaterman.com/Guest Social: https://www.instagram.com/waterman_jonathan/https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.waterman.96JOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE: 🌴 Subscribe to our newsletter, and we'll plant a tree in your honor! https://circleb.co🌲 Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we'll plant another tree 🌳 Shop our cause-before-commerce store and support earth-first charities through our partnership with 1% For The Planet.Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter and https://tiktok.com/@circleb.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

The future of food can only be secured through the adoption of sustainable renewable practices. Tim Crews, PhD, Chief Scientists at the Land Institute, joins Corinna Bellizzi to discuss how the principles of agroecology can turn such a dream into reality. He explores agroecology’s overlapping concepts with other practices such as permaculture and emphasizes the urgent need to reduce energy use in most farming methods today. Dr. Tim also breaks down the many benefits of perennial crop farming, particularly its efficient water use, and the production of grain crops like Kernza.About Guest:Tim Crews is the Chief Scientist and Director of The Land Institute’s International Initiative. The Land Institute is a non-profit agricultural research organization based in Salina, Kansas dedicated to developing agroecosystems that capture key functions of natural ecosystems through the integration of perenniality and diversity. Tim has been fascinated for most of his life with how we can improve our food producing ecosystems—agriculture—by studying how people grew food before the fossil fuel era, and also how natural ecosystems function. Tim studied agroecology at UC Santa Cruz, ecosystem ecology in Graduate Studies at Cornell University and in a post-doc at Stanford. Before coming to The Land Institute, he developed an agroecology program at Prescott College in Arizona.Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-crews-2080a015/https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-land-institute/Guest Website: https://landinstitute.org/our-work/new-roots-international/https://kernza.orgGuest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-land-institute/https://www.instagram.com/thelandinstitute/https://www.facebook.com/TheLandInstituteAdditional Resources Mentioned:ARTICLE: Wheat On Repeat: A tantalizing new breed of climate-friendly crops never need replantingEPISODE: Regenerative Agriculture with Tom NewmarkEPISODE: How Regeneration Can Change the Future of Farming & Wine Making with Carlo MondaviEPISODE: How Regenerative Farming Can Solve The Climate Chaos with Mark EasterEPISODE: How Permaculture and Regeneration Can Lead to a Better World with StarhawkEPISODE: How Animal Sanctuaries Can Survive Severe Weather & Flooding with Helbard AlkhassadehBOOK: The Unsettling of America: Culture & Agriculture by Wendell Berry

In this episode of Care More Be Better, host Corinna Bellizzi dives deep into local politics and community activism with John Lewis, a city council candidate in Scotts Valley, California. John shares his vision for the future of Scotts Valley, touching on pressing local issues like rising housing costs, the need for a town center, and the importance of personal agency in shaping our communities. This conversation is packed with insights on the challenges and rewards of running for office and what it means to be a “YIMBY” (Yes In My Backyard) advocate.Key Topics Covered:[00:00:26] Introduction to Care More Be Better and guest John Lewis.[00:00:46] John’s background: Engineering expertise and community issues in Scotts Valley.[00:02:21] Community engagement and motivation to run for city council.[00:03:48] The need for a town center in Scotts Valley and why previous efforts stalled.[00:06:37] Environmental and infrastructural challenges: From airport to town center.[00:10:12] Essential traits and qualifications for running for local office.[00:13:00] How city council can directly impact community well-being.[00:18:55] Defining NIMBY vs. YIMBY and John’s endorsement from Santa Cruz YIMBY.[00:26:04] Why John isn’t accepting political donations.[00:28:42] The importance of local elections and civic engagement.Call to Action: If you’re a Scotts Valley resident, consider voting for John Lewis to support local development that fosters community and sustainability. For resources on how to get involved, visit our website at CircleB.co.Connect with John Lewis: website: https://www.johnlewissvcity.com/linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-lewis-44784516/facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnLewisSVCity🌱 Join Our Community: When you subscribe to our newsletter, we’ll plant a tree in your honor in partnership with Forest Planet. Every action counts toward creating a greener, better world.JOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE: 🌴 Subscribe to our newsletter, and we'll plant a tree in your honor! https://circleb.co🌲 Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we'll plant another tree 🌳 Shop our cause-before-commerce store and support earth-first charities through our partnership with 1% For The Planet.Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter and https://tiktok.com/@circleb.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

Growing regenerative foods is indeed a noble cause that benefits both the planet and people, but making it a sustainable reality is also an overwhelming challenge. Farmers who depend on regenerative practices tend to not get a fair return on investment, and consumer awareness about this matter is almost non-existent. Ali Cox, Founder of Noble West, has dedicated herself to educating the public regarding the realities of regenerative farming and the plight of the farmers right now. Together with Corinna Bellizzi, she emphasizes how buyers can make informed food choices based on their core values and contribute to the mission of growing food responsibly. Ali also presents the benefits of hydroponics, seasonal eating, and regional eating, as well as the dangers of using non-sustainable food packaging.About Guest:Ali Cox is an agriculture and food ingredient marketing visionary and founder of Noble West, an award-winning marketing consultancy that specializes in the entire agricultural ecosystem. From fresh produce and nuts to dairy and agTech, Noble West works in all aspects of agriculture.As a fifth generation farmer, Cox returned home to California’s Central Valley in 2007 with the singular goal of making world-class marketing services available to the abundance of farmers and growers in the area. A fierce advocate for farmers, Ali’s blend of a deep personal connection to the land and business acumen has made her a highly sought after strategist by her clients. With an eye on the future of farming and the climate crisis, Cox regularly consults with her clients on upcycling, regenerative water use, and hydroponic & organic farming practices.Cox was a walk-on rower at the University of San Diego and went on to win a Silver Medal in the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens. A Turlock native, she is a graduate of Turlock Senior High School and University of San Diego where she majored in Communications and minored in business. She happily purchased her childhood home where she resides with husband Tony and their two sons.Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicox/Guest Website: https://wearenoblewest.comGuest Social: https://www.instagram.com/alicox.ceo/Additional Resources Mentioned:How Regenerative Farming Can Solve Climate Chaos with Mark EasterBiggby Coffee episode (in production now, no link or final title yet)From Flood to Feast: How Regenerative Organic Farming Yields More Crop Per DropHow Regeneration Can Change the Future of Farming and Wine Making with Carlo MondaviHow Permaculture and Regeneration Can Lead to a better World with StarhawkJOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE: 🌴 Subscribe to our newsletter, and we'll plant a tree in your honor! https://circleb.co🌲 Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we'll plant another tree 🌳 Shop our cause-before-commerce store and support earth-first charities through our partnership with 1% For The Planet.Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter and https://tiktok.com/@circleb.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

In this interview episode (originally published in 2022), we explore how approval voting could change the political landscape in America with Aaron Hamlin, Executive Director of The Center for Election Science. Aaron shares his journey from political intrigue in grad school to advocating for a voting method that lets voters express a broader range of candidate preferences. Approval voting, a simple yet impactful system, allows people to vote for as many candidates as they approve of, with the candidate receiving the most votes winning. By tackling vote splitting and enabling voters to support multiple candidates, approval voting seeks to foster representation and discourage extremist candidates.Aaron offers insights into the success of approval voting in Fargo, St. Louis, and upcoming initiatives in Seattle, as well as the broader potential for state and even national adoption. We discuss how this system can reduce polarization, give voters more genuine choices, and improve political continuity by enabling policies that reflect broader support.Key Highlights:What is Approval Voting? Aaron breaks down the mechanics of approval voting, explaining how it differs from the "choose one" voting system and ranked-choice voting.Real-World Success Stories: Approval voting has seen success in Fargo and St. Louis, with campaigns expanding to other cities and states.How Approval Voting Reduces Vote Splitting & Extremism: By letting voters support multiple candidates, approval voting helps prevent extremist candidates from capitalizing on vote splitting, a common pitfall in primary elections.The Road to National Adoption: Aaron shares the Center for Election Science's roadmap to implementing approval voting on a national scale, allowing states to decide how their electoral votes are assigned.Take ActionListeners inspired by this episode can learn more and join local chapters to advocate for approval voting through The Center for Election Science. Visit ElectionScience.org to take action, join the community, and get updates on campaign progress across the country.Tune in to rethink what it means to vote for a better democracy, where every vote is valued, and every voice matters!JOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE: 🌴 Subscribe to our newsletter, and we'll plant a tree in your honor! https://circleb.co🌲 Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we'll plant another tree 🌳 Shop our cause-before-commerce store and support earth-first charities through our partnership with 1% For The Planet.Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter and https://tiktok.com/@circleb.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

The coffee industry is indeed one of the most thriving in the world, but it has a darker and rarely discussed aspect: the plight of its farmers. They constantly face low commodity prices and get little to no support, making them highly exploited by middlemen and at risk of climate change. Bob Fish and Michelle Fish share what they are doing to salvage the coffee industry through their business, Biggby Coffee. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, the couple shares how their direct-buying model guarantees coffee farmers fair prices and helps promote regenerative farming practices. Bob and Michelle also emphasize the importance of building emotional connections between consumers and producers through their Full Circle Program.Message From Bob:My name is Bob Fish. My wife Michelle and I are on a journey to discover and unite us with the lands and the people that make this unbelievably great and natural product that we all love. We will examine and verify that what we are consuming is being produced in a humane, sustainable, and quality matter. We invite you to be right there with us as we meet the families and learn their names and their stories. Together, we will explore what it means to be on our ”One BIGG Island in Space”… oneness without boundaries.About Guests:Michelle Fish began her life as part of a family that lived in many places in the United States and Europe. By the age of 17, when she started college at Michigan State University, she had moved 13 times. She put herself through MSU by working at a local family style pancake house restaurant. By the time she graduated, she was the General Manger of that restaurant and two years later, after helping them grow from one to four locations, she owned the third one. Michelle took a year off and created with co-founder Mike McFall the concept BIGGBY COFFEE. They started with one location in 1995, added a second in 1997, and started franchising in 1999. Today, they are 100% franchised and have 408 units open in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida and Idaho.Bob Fish and his wife Michelle are travelling the world in search of coffee farms and farmers that are taking exceptional care of their people and the planet. Their goal is that 50% of the 2,000,000 pounds of coffee that BIGGBY COFFEE sells in a year will be farm direct by 2013. The couple tells the stories of those farmers and their journeys in a blog: ONEBIGGISLANDINSPACE.comGuest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/biggbybob/Guest Website: https://www.biggby.com/https://www.onebiggislandinspace.com/Guest Social: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_guvQGVUpohttps://www.facebook.com/BiggbyCoffee.Bhappyhttps://www.instagram.com/biggbycoffee/JOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE: 🌴 Subscribe to our newsletter, and we'll plant a tree in your honor! https://circleb.co🌲 Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we'll plant another tree 🌳 Shop our cause-before-commerce store and support earth-first charities through our partnership with 1% For The Planet.Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter and https://tiktok.com/@circleb.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

In this special episode, Corinna Bellizzi shares the insights from her first class project in the PhD program at Prescott College, which focuses on sustainability and the true cost of food. This episode seeks to empower caretakers and parents to pack healthier, eco-friendly school lunches for their children. Through survey data and expert guidance, we explore practical ways to reduce food waste and improve the nutritional quality of school lunches. Watch the presentation and review slides including data on our Youtube Channel: https://youtu.be/dfXCZTiYM28Episode Highlights:Introduction to the Earth First Health First School Lunch GuideThe project aims to help parents pack eco-friendly and healthy lunches for their kids.Findings from a Parent SurveySurvey included 25 parents and focused on current lunch packing habits, including food types, packaging, and participation in school lunch programs.56% of parents do not participate in school-provided lunch programs, and 60% are packing lunch for two or more children.72% of parents pack at least one fruit or vegetable daily, with leftovers packed at least once a week by 40% of respondents.Challenges IdentifiedHigh use of pre-packaged and processed foods, which increases waste and costs more per serving.Concerns about packaging waste—28% of parents use pre-packaged snacks, and many still use single-use plastics.Environmental Impact of Food PackagingDiscussion on how long common food packaging takes to decompose (e.g., plastic bags, chip bags).Importance of reducing the reliance on single-use plastics, both for health and environmental reasons.Health Effects of Processed FoodsThe connection between processed foods and health issues, including obesity, hyperactivity, and early onset of puberty.The WHO classification of processed meats as a Group 1 carcinogen linked to cancer risks.Practical Solutions for Eco-Friendly and Nutritious School LunchesTips to involve children in meal planning and preparation to increase the likelihood they’ll eat healthier meals.The importance of reducing processed meats and focusing on whole, plant-based foods.Recommendations to buy local, in-season produce, reduce packaging waste, and compost food scraps.Three Steps to Building a Healthier, Eco-Friendly Lunch:Start with fresh fruits and vegetables: Aim for three servings in each lunch.Reduce or eliminate highly processed foods: Focus on whole, unprocessed options.Use reusable containers: Cut down on pre-packaged snacks and single-use plastics.Resources Mentioned:Eat for the Earth: A community organization promoting plant-based diets. https://eatfortheearth.orgFoodprint.org: A resource for understanding the environmental impact of food choices. https://foodprint.orgVox & University of California: Educational video on the carbon footprint of various foods.Key Takeaways:Simple shifts, like reducing processed meat and using reusable containers, can make a big difference for both the health of your child and the environment.Involving your kids in food preparation can increase their acceptance of healthier, plant-based options.Thank you for listening! Don’t forget to subscribe, share this episode, and reach out with questions or comments.Contact Us:Email: hello@caremorebebetter.comJOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE: 🌴 Subscribe to our newsletter, and we'll plant a tree in your honor! https://circleb.co🌲 Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we'll plant another tree 🌳 Shop our cause-before-commerce store and support earth-first charities through our partnership with 1% For The Planet.Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter and https://tiktok.com/@circleb.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

Despite the undeniable impact of climate change everywhere in the world, from the scorching weather to deadly hurricanes, many people still turn a blind eye to this devastating reality. Therefore, the PBS show “Weathered” employs engaging climate storytelling to raise awareness about the urgent need to take action against extreme weather changes. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Trip Jennings and Maiya May, the show’s director and host, respectively, to discuss how they combine the realities of climate science with real-life community stories and nature-based solutions. They talk about the importance of acknowledging climate risks as soon as possible and what it takes to effectively mitigate them. Trip and Maya also delve into their production experiences to provide a glimpse of what’s happening behind the cameras just to deliver authentic climate stories to their viewers.