Most nonprofits live inside a glossy annual report — one that looks perfect, tells a tidy story, and tells the funder exactly what they want to hear. The problem, according to Stephen Minix, is that this kind of reporting is not learning. It is validation. And validation, he argues, is quietly doing harm. Stephen is Vice President of Community at UpMetrics, a former PE teacher, athletic director, and basketball coach at Locke High School in Watts, and one of the clearest thinkers I have encountered on why the nonprofit-funder relationship keeps failing — and what a genuinely regenerative alternative looks like. In this conversation, he names the extractive dynamics that most people in the impact space accept as normal, introduces the concept of results-based accountability, and shares what it actually takes to move philanthropy from transactional to relational. We go deep on why data collected from communities should serve those communities rather than flow upward to validate a funder's investment decisions, why the real barrier between funders and nonprofits is trust rather than information, and why community voices need to be in the room — not on the stage at a gala as a sad story that makes people reach for their wallets. Stephen also explains what a family office is for anyone who has wondered but never asked, shares how UpMetrics works in cohort settings to help nonprofits build their own data infrastructure, and offers his most memorable anecdote: asking a room full of funders what data they collected before signing their kids up for after-school programs. The answer — silence — says everything about the gap between how philanthropy evaluates communities and how it trusts its own instincts. Complete Blog with Transcript: https://caremorebebetter.com/reimagining-impact-the-power-of-coalition-building-and-regenerative-thinking-with-stephen-minix CHAPTER MARKERS: 02:00 — Culture-Rich, Not Deficit: What Stephen Saw Teaching in Watts That Data Never Captured 08:29 — Naming the Extraction: How Philanthropy's Reporting System Quietly Does Harm 13:35 — Results-Based Accountability: What Community-Centered Data Practice Actually Looks Like 20:17 — The Point Guard Metaphor: Moving the Ball Where It Needs to Go 28:25 — Who's Missing From the Room — and Why It Always Shows 38:38 — Optimizing the Whole System: From Transactional to Relational Philanthropy 47:54 — How UpMetrics Gets Capital to Communities Faster 50:57 — Not Broken, In Process: Regeneration as It Relates to Youth 53:05 — Perpetual Positivity, Empathy, and What Keeps Stephen Going 57:34 — Closing: Spaceship Earth and the Future We're Building Together BUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER Together, we planted 36,044 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. We screamed past our goal of planting 20,000 trees thanks to subscribers like you! CAUSE PARTNER FOR 2026: If you value open dialogue, sustainability, and social equity, I invite you to support our new cause partner — Prescott College. To learn more about this effort and to support the show, visit: https://caremorebebetter.com/support/ Follow us on social media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

History has shown that authoritarian regimes can be toppled and social injustices can be eliminated if the public participates even in just one peaceful but powerful protest. But despite their noble goals, activism is often vilified and protesters are criminalized. Corinna Bellizzi is joined by Annie Leonard and André Carothers, two powerful souls who have spent their careers at the frontlines of activism. Together, they discuss why the public should never give up their right to protest, which is an essential “weapon” to voice out woes to those in power when all legal avenues of democracy have been exhausted. They also talk about the widespread impact of digital activism, the danger of overusing in-group language, and why protests can be effective even without resorting to violence. Blog for this episode: https://caremorebebetter.com/if-we-lose-the-right-to-protest-we-lose-everything-with-annie-leonard-andre-carothers/ About Guests: Annie Leonard is a lifelong activist whose work has taken her to protests, courtrooms, and congressional hearings around the world. As Executive Director of Greenpeace US from 2014 to 2023, she led one of the most recognized environmental organizations on the planet. She is the creator of The Story of Stuff — one of the most widely viewed environmental films in history — and co-launched the Jane Fonda Climate PAC. She has testified before Congress, appeared across major media, and been recognized by Time magazine as a Hero of the Environment. She received an honorary degree from Vermont Law School and has spent decades campaigning against pollution, waste, and unchecked corporate power. André Carothers is an activist, writer, and organizer with more than four decades of experience in campaigns spanning climate change, human rights, environmental protection, and nuclear disarmament. He worked for Greenpeace US for 13 years, including serving on its board of directors. He co-founded the Rockwood Leadership Institute, a training organization for activists, and consults as an organizational development coach for leaders across the social change sector. He has served on the boards of the Center for Investigative Reporting (which includes Mother Jones), International Rivers, the Center for Environmental Health, the Furthur Foundation, and Rainforest Action Network. Guest LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-leonard-65a00333/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrecarothers/ Guest Website:  theprotestbook.com Guest Social:  https://instagram.com/theprotestbook https://www.instagram.com/andrecarothers/ https://www.instagram.com/annie_leonard/ https://bsky.app/profile/theprotestbook.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/annie.leonard/ Show Notes:  03:03 - Difference Between Activism And Protest 08:42 - Disability Rights Movement And Giving Funerals For Glaciers 14:49 - Common Trait Of Protests Regardless Of Issues Confronted 19:22 - How Protests And Protesters Vilified And Criminalized 28:37 - Where Does The Legitimate Limits Of Protests Lie 37:45 - How Stuff Welcomes Everyone Into The World Of Protests 42:44 - How Protests Can Actually Move The Needle 49:48 - The Widespread Impact Of Digital And Online Activism 53:12 - Balancing Clarity Of Direction, Discipline Of Movement, And The Diversity Of Humans 58:57 - Sustaining Oneself Emotionally Despite The Overwhelming Mission 01:03:18 - Seeing Protests In A Different Light BUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER: Together, we planted 36,044 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. Join our newsletter, and we'll plant even more. CAUSE PARTNER: If you value open dialogue, sustainability, and social equity, I invite you to support our new cause partner — Prescott College. To learn more about this effort and to support the show, visit: https://caremorebebetter.com/support/ Follow us on social media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Coffee is the richest source of dietary antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents in the American diet. But behind every cup of coffee is a global story that spans centuries of cultural transformation, health science, and a tangled web of trade ethics. Corinna Bellizzi delves into this topic with Chris Kilhan, medicine hunter and author of The Way of Coffee. Together, they unpack the role of coffee in social transformation, particularly with critical tensions in the coffee trade and the nonstop price increase due to the “coffee shop culture.” Chris also presents potential solutions to solve the biggest problems of the global botanical trade to radically improve consumer prices and provide better opportunities to small farmers, the heroes behind our most delicious cups of coffee. About Guest: Chris Kilham is a medicine hunter, author, educator and yogi. The founder of Medicine Hunter Inc., Chris has conducted medicinal plant research and sustainable botanical sourcing in over 50 countries. Chris works with companies to develop and popularize traditional plant-based food and medicinal products into market successes. These include ashwagandha, kava, maca, rhodiola, schisandra, tamanu oil, cat’s claw, dragon’s blood, ayahuasca, and hundreds of other plants. Chris also works to bridge worlds, regularly sharing information about other cultures through presentations and media. He has appeared on major media globally for decades. The New York Times calls Chris “part David Attenborough, part Indiana Jones.” Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriskilham/  Guest Website: http://medicinehunter.com/ Guest Social:  https://www.instagram.com/medicinehunter/ https://www.facebook.com/medicinehunter/ https://www.youtube.com/user/chriskilham Additional Resources Mentioned: BOOK: The Way of Coffee by Chris Kilham, Medicine Hunter CHRIS' EARLIER EPISODE: On Building Sustainable Communities By Learning From Indigenous People with Medicine Hunter, Chris Kilham PRIOR EPISODE MENTIONED: Healing The Soil Through Regenerative Farming With Ric Scalzo, CEO of Kokora Life Show Notes: 02:39 - Deep Dive Into Coffee Production And Consumption 15:06 - How Coffee Transformed Our Societies 21:03 - How We Can Walk Away From Unnecessary Coffee Hype 34:43 - How Firms Can Commit To Running An Ethical Business 49:10 - Giving More Opportunities To Small Farmers 53:40 - What It Is Like To Bridge Different Worlds 01:01:39 - Green Flags To Look For When Buying Coffee And Botanicals 01:07:00 - Diving Into A Big Product Project On Coca Leaf BUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER Together, we planted 36,044 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. We screamed past our goal of planting 20,000 trees thanks to subscribers like you! NEW CAUSE PARTNER FOR 2026! If you value open dialogue, sustainability, and social equity, I invite you to support our new cause partner — Prescott College. To learn more about this effort and to support the show, visit: https://caremorebebetter.com/support/ Follow us on social media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cities are often built as uncomfortable concrete jungles completely disconnected from nature, and most of them rapidly deplete in just a few years. Our urban areas do not have to be designed this way, and they can be completely transformed through regenerative architecture. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Kevin Kennon, CEO of Beyond Zero, who shares how his zero-carbon luxury eco-resorts help heal humanity’s relationship with nature while providing sustainable living systems for everyone. He explains how reconciling high-end development with ecological stewardship can give birth to sustainable cities with a circular economy and cultural continuity. Kevin also explores the role of architects in shaping forth a new era of sustainable design and the right way to use AI tools in making this dream a reality. COMPLETE BLOG & TRANSCRIPT: https://caremorebebetter.com/designing-for-humanity-regenerative-architecture-in-the-age-of-ai-with-kevin-kennon/ About Guest: Kevin Kennon is an internationally acclaimed architect with over 40 years of experience driving innovation in sustainable and human-centered design. As founder and CEO of Beyond Zero DDC Inc., he pioneers zero-carbon luxury eco-resorts that blend architectural excellence with environmental responsibility. His journey includes leading landmark projects such as Barclays North American Headquarters, the Rodin Museum in Seoul, and multiple award-winning Bloomingdale’s stores. A finalist in the World Trade Center design competition, Kevin has consistently pushed boundaries in adaptive reuse, urban planning, and large-scale development. With over 40 international design awards and works featured in MoMA’s permanent collection, he continues to shape the future of architecture through thought leadership, expert consultation, and lectures at Yale and Columbia. Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinkennonarchitect/ Guest Website: https://www.kdcaia.com/and https://bz-ddc.com Guest Social: https://www.instagram.com/pkk2418 Show Notes:  02:12 - Working At The Intersection Of Innovation, Sustainability, And Human Experience 05:32 - How Beyond Zero Is Going Beyond Net Zero 12:05 - How AI Can Help Elevate Regenerative Architecture 24:52 - Reconciling High-End Development With Ecological Stewardship 29:40 - Metrics To Monitor To Ensure Regenerative Architecture Works 32:26 - Insights About Adaptive Reuse And Cultural Continuity 49:07 - How Architects Can Leverage Climate Paradox In Urban Designing 53:48 - How Climate Change Is Affecting Architectural Design 58:49 - How Architects Can Succeed In The New Era Of Sustainable Design 01:05:52 - How Kevin Designed Ground Zero’s Temporary Viewing Platform 01:13:13 - Episode Wrap-up And Closing Words BUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER Together, we planted 36,044 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. We screamed past our goal of planting 20,000 trees thanks to subscribers like you! NEW CAUSE PARTNER FOR 2025-2026 SELECTED! If you value open dialogue, sustainability, and social equity, I invite you to support our new cause partner — Prescott College. To learn more about this effort and to support the show, visit: https://caremorebebetter.com/support/ Follow us on social media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris Burres has spent years diving into the molecular science of aging, enabling him to create groundbreaking products with the potential to double people’s lifespans. He joins Corinna Bellizzi to share how he and his team at MyVitalC have created a special blend of the molecule ESS60 in organic extra virgin olive oil to improve human longevity like never before. He explains how it influences oxidative stress, mitochondrial function, and overall cellular resilience, leading to healthier and more vibrant lives. Chris also talks about the Buffering Oxidative Stress System or BOSS Theory that explains how the molecule ESS60 works, the importance of further scientific research on this matter, and how improv comedy greatly shaped his professional life. About Guest: Chris Burres is the founder and chief scientist at MyVitalC, where he manufactured a Nobel Prize-winning molecule responsible for the single longest longevity experimental result in history–a full 90% extension of life. He is also a published author, host of the Uncovering the Secrets to Longevity Health Summit, a podcast host, patent holder and master of comedy improv. He is the intersection where science meets laughter and his life’s mission is to help people live longer, healthier, happier, pain-free lives with science. Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisburres Guest Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/ Guest Social:  https://www.youtube.com/@MyVitalC/videos https://www.tiktok.com/@myvitalc https://www.instagram.com/myvitalc https://www.facebook.com/myvitalc Show Notes: Raw audio FV [04:39] How Chris Got Involved In Longevity Research [08:48] Seeing Supplements As Highly Regulated Foods [11:36] Possibility Of Extending Mammal Life Up To 90% [18:57] The Process Of Creating And Manufacturing ESS60 [21:39] Understanding The Buffering Oxidative Stress System (BOSS) Theory [24:47] Importance Of Scientific Research (And Why Many Refuse To Do It) [30:28] How ESS60 Is Delivered To The Consumers [36:54] What Does Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP) Says About Your Body [47:37] Paying More Attention To Health Span Than Lifespan [54:07] The High Costs And High Rewards Of Scientific Research [56:58] A Humorous Example Of The BOSS Theory [58:30] Valuable Lessons From Improv And Stand-Up Comedy [01:01:09] The Mindset You Need To Achieve A Healthier You [01:04:40] A Special Offer From Chris BUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER Together, we planted 36,044 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. We screamed past our goal of planting 20,000 trees thanks to subscribers like you! NEW CAUSE PARTNER FOR 2025-2026 SELECTED! If you value open dialogue, sustainability, and social equity, I invite you to support our new cause partner — Prescott College. To learn more about this effort and to support the show, visit: https://caremorebebetter.com/support/ Follow us on social media: YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better Blog Post URL https://caremorebebetter.com/how-molecule-ess60-improves-human-longevity-with-chris-burres/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Storytelling can inspire us to take action on the ever-worsening climate crisis. Ali Horriyat and Cathryn Bancroft join forces in writing a new cli-fi book, The Hollow Age, which dares to ask the question: if our planet burns, do we run to another planet or risk everything to save it? Together with Corinna Bellizzi, they discuss how they use fiction to shed light on the alarming realities of the earth right now. Ali and Cathryn also break down the best ways to address the immigration problem in the United States and what it truly takes to begin a social revolution that leads to a real difference. COMPLETE BLOG & TRANSCRIPT: https://caremorebebetter.com/into-the-hollow-age-with-ali-horriyat-cathryn-bancroft/ About Guests: Ali and Cathryn are the co-authors of new cli-fi dystopian novel "The Hollow Age," from Compassiviste Publishing. When Ali contacted Cathryn about a collaboration with Compassiviste, she was excited to work on a novel that doesn't try to sugarcoat the trouble our world is in, but doesn't try to convince us it's hopeless, either. No matter how bad things get, helping each other is the best and only way to make them better again. Guest Website: https://authorclaire.com/as-cathryn-bankroft/ Guest Social: https://www.instagram.com/compassiviste https://www.youtube.com/@CompassivisteDialogues Additional Resources Mentioned: https://compassiviste.com/product/the-hollow-age/ Buy "The Hollow Age" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4o2UtXv Show Notes:  02:17 - How Ali And Cathryn Worked Together 06:51 - How To Break The Wheel Of History 12:21 - The Collaborative Process Of Writing “The Hollow Age” 19:32 - Combining Different Writing Styles To Create A Powerful Message 28:17 - Did We Planet Skip In The Past (And Could We Do It In The Future) 33:16 - The Best Way To Address And Solve The Immigration Problem 37:07 - What It Takes To Start A Game-Changing Revolution 51:39 - Most Memorable Parts Of “The Hollow Age” 55:45 - Biggest Lessons In Collaborating With Another Person 01:04:54 - Get In Touch With Ali And Cathryn 01:06:46 - Episode Wrap-up And Closing Words BUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER Together, we planted 36,044 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. We screamed past our goal of planting 20,000 trees thanks to subscribers like you! NEW CAUSE PARTNER FOR 2025-2026 SELECTED! If you value open dialogue, sustainability, and social equity, I invite you to support our new cause partner — Prescott College. To learn more about this effort and to support the show, visit: https://caremorebebetter.com/support/ Follow us on social media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 the public. He talks about the role of solar energy to empower local communities, allowing them to adopt regenerative farming, improve food distribution and production, and initiate affordable climate solutions. Jared also explains how individual efforts can give birth to massive collaborative movements and emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with nature to build a more equitable future. COMPLETE BLOG & TRANSCRIPT https://caremorebebetter.com/harness-green-energy-produce-regenerative-food-with-jared-blumenfeld/ About Guest: Jared is the president of Waverley Street Foundation, where he is tasked with spending the organization’s $3 billion endowment by the year 2035. Waverley is particularly focused on regenerative agriculture and renewable energy and invests in solutions emerging from communities experiencing the worst effects of climate change. Prior to joining WSF, he was California Secretary for Environmental Protection under Governor Gavin Newsom. In this role, he led the charge to implement California’s environmental agenda, including expanding access to safe and affordable drinking water, banning toxic pesticides, and advancing environmental protections for clean air and water. Before that, he served under President Obama as Regional Administrator of the U.S. EPA for the Pacific Southwest. Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredblumenfeld/ Guest Website: https://www.waverleystreet.org/ Guest Social: https://www.instagram.com/waverleystreet/ Show Notes: 02:32 - How Jared Found Himself Into The Climate Philanthropy Space 05:08 - How Individual Action Can Lead To Collective Results 09:33 - How Regenerative Agriculture Prioritizes Soil Health 16:11 - Empowering Local Economies For Better Food Distribution 20:25 - Why We Must Not Tolerate Terrible School Lunches 28:40 - How Waverley Street Foundation Works Within Two Pillars Of Energy 33:35 - Why People Are Looking For Proof Of Concept 36:26 - Addressing The Crumbling Electrical Delivery System 47:28 - Ensuring Every Investment Reflects Community-Driven Priorities 52:21 - Balancing Local Context With Global Scalability 56:20 - What We Can Learn From Farmers And Indigenous Communities 01:01:48 - Making Climate Change A Less Complicated Topic For Everyone 01:04:28 - Finding Purpose In Connecting With Other People BUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER Together, we’ve planted 35,755 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. Follow, subscribe, or join our newsletter to help us keep growing! Subscribe to our newsletter, and we’ll plant a tree in your honor! 2. Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we’ll plant another treee! Newsletter: https://caremorebebetter.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 the public. He talks about the role of solar energy to empower local communities, allowing them to adopt regenerative farming, improve food distribution and production, and initiate affordable climate solutions. Jared also explains how individual efforts can give birth to massive collaborative movements and emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with nature to build a more equitable future.About Guest:Jared is the president of Waverley Street Foundation, where he is tasked with spending the organization’s $3 billion endowment by the year 2035. Waverley is particularly focused on regenerative agriculture and renewable energy and invests in solutions emerging from communities experiencing the worst effects of climate change. Prior to joining WSF, he was California Secretary for Environmental Protection under Governor Gavin Newsom. In this role, he led the charge to implement California’s environmental agenda, including expanding access to safe and affordable drinking water, banning toxic pesticides, and advancing environmental protections for clean air and water. Before that, he served under President Obama as Regional Administrator of the U.S. EPA for the Pacific Southwest.Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredblumenfeld/Guest Website: https://www.waverleystreet.org/Guest Social: https://www.instagram.com/waverleystreet/Show Notes: Raw audio02:32 - How Jared Found Himself Into The Climate Philanthropy Space05:08 - How Individual Action Can Lead To Collective Results09:33 - How Regenerative Agriculture Prioritizes Soil Health16:11 - Empowering Local Economies For Better Food Distribution20:25 - Why We Must Not Tolerate Terrible School Lunches28:40 - How Waverley Street Foundation Works Within Two Pillars Of Energy33:35 - Why People Are Looking For Proof Of Concept36:26 - Addressing The Crumbling Electrical Delivery System47:28 - Ensuring Every Investment Reflects Community-Driven Priorities52:21 - Balancing Local Context With Global Scalability56:20 - What We Can Learn From Farmers And Indigenous Communities01:01:48 - Making Climate Change A Less Complicated Topic For Everyone01:04:28 - Finding Purpose In Connecting With Other People01:08:55 - Episode Wrap-Up And Closing WordsBUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER🌴 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🌱 Together, we’ve planted 24,251 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. Follow, subscribe, or join our newsletter to help us keep growing!Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

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 environment reporter at The Hill, who talks about her new book that tackles how these “forever chemicals” are damaging numerous communities across the country. Rachel breaks down the most common diseases caused by PFAS exposure, from birth defects to fertility issues. She also shares how huge waves of changes are being made to address this crisis, and how everyday people can join the movement.About Guest:Rachel Frazin covers energy and environment policy for The Hill: that’s everything from climate change to gasoline prices to toxic chemicals to renewable and fossil energy. She is originally from South Florida, and she studied journalism and political science at (the very cold) Northwestern University. Previously, her work has appeared in the Chicago Sun-Times, The Daily Beast, the Tampa Bay Times, and The Palm Beach Post. She is the co-author of the new book "Poisoning the Well: How Forever Chemicals Contaminated America."Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-frazin-90a692113/ Guest Social: https://www.instagram.com/rachelfrazin/ Additional Resources Mentioned:Poisoning the Well: How Forever Chemicals Contaminated America by Rachel Frazin and Sharon UdasinShow Notes: Raw audio02:38 - Why Rachel Decided To Write Her First Book05:18 - How PFAS Became So Widespread In Our Communities07:46 - How Individual Activists Are Fighting Against PFAS10:26 - What Can You Do To Address The PFAS Crisis14:54 - What Makes PFAS So Dangerous To Our Daily Lives22:02 - How Communities Are Struggling With PFAS Exposure28:22 - Common Health Problems Caused By PFAS31:29 - Where Are You Getting Exposed To PFAS35:11 - Potential Policy Solutions And Regulatory Reforms For PFAS41:22 - Exposing Harm While Protecting Yourself42:50 - Recognizing PFAS As A Massive Environmental Crisis44:14 - Why Corporate Leaders Are Ignoring The PFAS Crisis47:35 - Consider The Everyday Products You Are Using49:01 - What’s Next For Rachel As An Author And Journalist51:26 - Episode Wrap-Up And Closing WordsBUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER🌴 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🌱 Together, we’ve planted 24,251 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. Follow, subscribe, or join our newsletter to help us keep growing!Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better 

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 embrace earth-based wisdom and indigenous knowledge to secure a more sustainable tomorrow for everyone. Aubrey explains the beauty of being deeply connected with the mystery of life and contributing to repairing our broken environment. She also shares how she revives ancestral practices at her Hokuao Farm and her work as the Steward of Living Systems at Project Biome. COMPLETE BLOG & TRANSCRIPT https://caremorebebetter.com/shaping-our-ecological-futures-with-aubrey-morgan-yee/ About Guest: Aubrey Morgan Yee is a mythopoetic futurist, cultural strategist, and systems change facilitator with a PhD in Alternative Futures and Indigenous Politics. She is the founder of Our Beloved Futures and Hokuao Farm & Temple in Hawai‘i, a sanctuary dedicated to rewilding land and reviving ancestral practices. Aubrey serves as Steward of Living Systems at Project Biome alongside Dr. Zach Bush and leads cultural strategy with Culture Hack Labs, using narrative to drive systemic change. She also hosts the Beloved Futures Podcast, where she curates conversations on ecological futures and regenerative design. Her work bridges ecological restoration, cultural renewal, and community imagination. Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aubrey-yee-phd-110153186/ Guest Website: https://www.ourbelovedfutures.com Guest Social: https://www.instagram.com/aubrey.morgan.yee/ Show Notes: 02:48 - How Aubrey Morgan Yee Became A Mythopoetic Futurist 07:28 - Maintaining An Abundance Mindset In A Materialistic World 13:12 - Approaching Abundance With A Curious Mindset 18:01 - All About The Hokuao Farm & Temple 25:08 - Everything That Grows At The Hokuao Farm 33:41 - How Indigenous Politics Shaped Aubrey’s Systems Change Approach 41:02 - Reconnecting With The Earth And Focusing On Repairs 44:00 - Embracing Practices And Wisdom Of Indigenous People 50:56 - Serving As Steward Of Living Systems At Project Biome 57:23 - How Aubrey Sustains Her Imagination And Vision 01:03:05 - Aubrey’s Vision For Our Beloved Futures 01:06:08 - Putting Your Life At The Center BUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER Together, we’ve planted 35,755 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. Follow, subscribe, and join our newsletter to help us keep growing! 1: Subscribe to our newsletter, and we’ll plant a tree in your honor! 2: Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we’ll plant another tree Newsletter: https://caremorebebetter.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 embrace earth-based wisdom and indigenous knowledge to secure a more sustainable tomorrow for everyone. Aubrey explains the beauty of being deeply connected with the mystery of life and contributing to repairing our broken environment. She also shares how she revives ancestral practices at her Hokuao Farm and her work as the Steward of Living Systems at Project Biome.About Guest:Aubrey Morgan Yee is a mythopoetic futurist, cultural strategist, and systems change facilitator with a PhD in Alternative Futures and Indigenous Politics. She is the founder of Our Beloved Futures and Hokuao Farm & Temple in Hawai‘i, a sanctuary dedicated to rewilding land and reviving ancestral practices. Aubrey serves as Steward of Living Systems at Project Biome alongside Dr. Zach Bush and leads cultural strategy with Culture Hack Labs, using narrative to drive systemic change. She also hosts the Beloved Futures Podcast, where she curates conversations on ecological futures and regenerative design. Her work bridges ecological restoration, cultural renewal, and community imagination.Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aubrey-yee-phd-110153186/Guest Website: https://www.ourbelovedfutures.comGuest Social: https://www.instagram.com/aubrey.morgan.yee/Show Notes: Raw audio02:48 - How Aubrey Morgan Yee Became A Mythopoetic Futurist07:28 - Maintaining An Abundance Mindset In A Materialistic World13:12 - Approaching Abundance With A Curious Mindset18:01 - All About The Hokuao Farm & Temple25:08 - Everything That Grows At The Hokuao Farm33:41 - How Indigenous Politics Shaped Aubrey’s Systems Change Approach41:02 - Reconnecting With The Earth And Focusing On Repairs44:00 - Embracing Practices And Wisdom Of Indigenous People50:56 - Serving As Steward Of Living Systems At Project Biome57:23 - How Aubrey Sustains Her Imagination And Vision01:03:05 - Aubrey’s Vision For Our Beloved Futures01:06:08 - Putting Your Life At The Center01:12:13 - Episode Wrap-Up And Closing WordsBUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER🌴 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🌱 Together, we’ve planted 24,251 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. Follow, subscribe, or join our newsletter to help us keep growing!Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better 

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 model for applying biophilic design in small and intentional ways, boosting regenerative practices everywhere. Steve also discusses what it means to rediscover awe in everyday moments, the unintended consequences of fast-paced living, and how individual choices can contribute to driving systemic transformation.About Guest:Steve Nygren is the Founder and Managing Partner of Serenbe, a wellness community created as a model to demonstrate that preserving green space interlaced with agriculture, housing, and retail is not only economically viable, but the future of community wellbeing. This October, Nygren is releasing his first book, Start in Your Own Backyard, which explores how small, intentional changes at home and within our communities can create a profound impact on our holistic wellbeing.Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenygren/Guest Website: https://www.serenbe.com/Guest Social: https://www.instagram.com/stevenygren/https://www.facebook.com/steve.nygren1Additional Resources Mentioned:Start In Your Own Backyard - https://amzn.to/4gvxi69Show Notes: Raw audio02:39 - Why Most Of Our Consequences Are Unintended06:52 - Understanding The Principles Of Biophilic Design10:05 - Applying Regenerative Design In Community Building12:21 - Rediscovering Awe In Everyday Moments14:15 - Designing A Community In A Responsible Manner26:45 - The Origin Story Of Serenbe37:26 - Comparing Serenbe To Traditional Community Structures43:04 - How Serenbe’s Structure Can Be Applied In Existing Communities48:13 - How Personal Choices Can Drive Systemic Transformation52:03 - Connect With Nature And Your Neighbors54:30 - Episode Wrap-Up And Closing WordsBUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER🌴 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🌱 Together, we’ve planted 24,251 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. Follow, subscribe, or join our newsletter to help us keep growing!Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

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 synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and fungicides. Gabe explores the six principles of soil health, the four ecosystem processes, and the importance of local food sourcing. He also emphasizes the need to educate companies, the youth, and the public about the dangers of modernized farming techniques and why regenerative farming is the key to unlocking a more sustainable tomorrow.BUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER🌴 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🌱 Together, we’ve planted 24,251 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. Follow, subscribe, or join our newsletter to help us keep growing!Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

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 of our economy in preparing for climate disruption. She highlights the importance of setting up physical and data security, as well as the right evacuation plans, to save not only your business but also the lives of everyone in your team. Joyce also warns about solely depending on insurance policies for resilience planning and highlights the importance of community support in surviving climate disasters.About Guest:Joyce Coffee is the founder and president of Climate Resilience Consulting, where she has guided hundreds of public, private, and nonprofit clients in preparing for climate risks. A nationally recognized resilience expert with over three decades of experience, she has shaped federal policy, advised major cities and agencies, and keynoted climate and adaptation events around the world. Joyce brings deep experience and optimism to the challenge of protecting the people, property, and purpose of small businesses. She is the co-author of the forthcoming book, The Resilience Advantage: A Small Business Guide to Preparing for Floods, Heatwaves, Wildfires, and Other Climate Disasters (September 2025).Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joycecoffee/Guest Website: https://www.climateresilienceconsulting.com/Show Notes: Raw audio | FV02:16 - Joyce Coffee Of Climate Resilience Consulting [02:17]04:37 - Preparing The Right Resilience Plan [04:33]09:37 - How To Prepare For Natural Disasters [09:27]18:04 - Doing An Internal Cost-Benefit Analysis [17:50]21:56 - Why Relying On Federal Resources And Insurance Is A Bad Idea [21:10]28:07 - Addressing The Rising Cost Of Energy [27:50]32:59 - Prepare For Risks By Starting With Smaller Costs [32:42]38:01 - The Right Way To Handle Insurance Contracts [37:31]46:01 - Using Generative AI With Utmost Care [45:26]50:40 - Answering Rapid-Fire Questions [50:04]57:25 - Episode Wrap-Up And Closing Words [56:19]BUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER🌴 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🌱 Together, we’ve planted 24,251 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. Follow, subscribe, or join our newsletter to help us keep growing!Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

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 Greed.” He explores the concept of Transformation by Investment (TBI) and how it can lead to long-term societal well-being. Ali also discusses the differences between greed and selfishness, how to assess your own consumption habits, and how profit-driven businesses can learn to prioritize building a more humane economy. *COMPLETE BLOG & TRANSCRIPT  https://caremorebebetter.com/building-a-more-compassionate-society-with-ali-horriyat/ About Guest: Compassiviste’s Founder Ali Horriyat left the lucrative, profit-driven world of finance in 2016, donating his wealth, to devote himself to his vision of a society where compassion, empathy, and social impact are at the heart of our actions. In 2020, he launched Compassiviste to spread this vision. Born in Dubai, he attended schools in the UAE, France, and Switzerland before pursuing his higher education in Canada and the USA. He holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in economics, political science, philosophy, business, international relations and conflict resolution, and religion. Ali is the author of 25 books, including short stories, collections of essays, and poetry, with themes ranging from racism and capitalism to spirituality, music, and compassion. He believes that humans must “love always, and always love.” Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/compassiviste/ Guest Website: https://compassiviste.com Guest Social: https://www.youtube.com/@CompassivisteDialogues https://www.tiktok.com/@compassiviste https://www.instagram.com/compassiviste https://www.facebook.com/CompassivisteOfficial/ https://open.substack.com/pub/compassiviste https://x.com/compassiviste BUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER Together, we’ve planted 35,755 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. Follow, subscribe, and join our newsletter to help us keep growing! 1: Subscribe to our newsletter, and we’ll plant a tree in your honor! 2: Subscribe and rate us wherever you listen, and we’ll plant another tree Newsletter: https://caremorebebetter.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Greed.” He explores the concept of Transformation by Investment (TBI) and how it can lead to long-term societal well-being. Ali also discusses the differences between greed and selfishness, how to assess your own consumption habits, and how profit-driven businesses can learn to prioritize building a more humane economy.About Guest:Compassiviste’s Founder Ali Horriyat left the lucrative, profit-driven world of finance in 2016, donating his wealth, to devote himself to his vision of a society where compassion, empathy, and social impact are at the heart of our actions. In 2020, he launched Compassiviste to spread this vision. Born in Dubai, he attended schools in the UAE, France, and Switzerland before pursuing his higher education in Canada and the USA. He holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in economics, political science, philosophy, business, international relations and conflict resolution, and religion. Ali is the author of 25 books, including short stories, collections of essays, and poetry, with themes ranging from racism and capitalism to spirituality, music, and compassion. He believes that humans must “love always, and always love.”Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/compassiviste/Guest Website: https://compassiviste.comGuest Social: https://www.youtube.com/@CompassivisteDialogueshttps://www.tiktok.com/@compassivistehttps://www.instagram.com/compassivistehttps://www.facebook.com/CompassivisteOfficial/https://open.substack.com/pub/compassivistehttps://x.com/compassivisteJOIN 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  Together, we’ve planted 24,251 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. Follow, subscribe, or join our newsletter to help us keep growing!Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@caremorebebetter TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@caremorebebetterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMoreBeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/caremorebebetter

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 microbes in the soil to aquatic animals and coral reefs. She also talks about the importance of human cooperation in rehabilitating soil health and elevating regenerative farming practices. This conversation is truly an eye-opener on how individualism is slowly killing nature and society – and why working together is the only way to unlock lasting growth.About Guest:Kristin Ohlson is a writer from Portland, Oregon. Her book Sweet in Tooth and Claw: Stories of Generosity and Cooperation in the Natural World – which the Wall Street Journal calls “excellent and illuminating” – probes the mutually beneficial relationships among living things that shape and sustain the natural world and explores ways humans can cooperate with the rest of nature. Her last book was The Soil Will Save Us: How Scientists, Farmers and Foodies are Healing the Soil to Save the Planet, which the Los Angeles Times calls “a hopeful book and a necessary one.” She appeared in the award-winning documentary film, Kiss the Ground, to speak about the connection between soil health and climate health.Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinohlson/Guest Website: https://www.kristinohlson.comGuest Social: https://www.instagram.com/kristin.ohlson/https://www.facebook.com/kristin.ohlson.7/Additional Resources Mentioned:Sweet in Tooth and Claw: Stories of Generosity and Cooperation in the Natural WorldShow Notes: Raw audio00:03:24 - Writing ‘Sweet In Tooth & Claw’00:08:06 - Flipping Metaphors About The Environment00:12:53 - Why Nature Is Innately Creative00:16:20 - Negative Impact Of Dams And Why They Must Be Removed00:18:14 - Examples Of Cooperation And Mutualism In Nature00:20:25 - Rebuilding Soil Health Through Regenerative Agriculture00:31:38 - How Farmers Changed Grazing Practices In Nevada00:38:47 - Exploring Indigenous Traditions On Reciprocity00:42:41 - Unlocking Culture Change Through Cooperation00:47:23 - Blending Nature With Awe And Wonder00:52:17 - How Storytelling Connects Science To The Heart00:57:16 - Get In Touch With Kristin And Join Corinna’s Reforestation Efforts00:59:33 - Seeing Life As One Huge Cooperative Act01:02:17 - Episode Wrap-Up And Closing WordsBUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER🌴 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🌱 Together, we’ve planted 24,251 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. Follow, subscribe, or join our newsletter to help us keep growing!Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better 

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 tree. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, he explains how they forge global partnerships and initiate fundraising campaigns to lead mangrove restorations worldwide, particularly in coastal communities and fishing villages. Hank also dissects the complicated yet worthwhile process of growing mangroves, as well as the impact of the evolving carbon markets on such environmental efforts.About Guest:Hank Dearden III is Founder and Executive Director of ForestPlanet, Inc. a 501(c)3 organization based in Washington, DC. Launched in 2018, ForestPlanet supports large scale, low cost-per-tree reforestation projects around the world. The focus is on planting trees where they will have the greatest positive impact on the soil, local habitat, the environment, and communities in peril. More than 2 million trees have been planted to date, and the rate is accelerating. His background is in sales and marketing. He founded his own agency, Group 3D, in 1995, which focuses on media buying, event production, professional services, marketing and promotion in the business-to-business and business-to-consumer areas. His an original member of the New Media Society of Washington, and also served on the Board of Directors Advertising Club of Metropolitan Washington. Hank holds an A.B. in Mathematics from Vassar College and a Bachelor of Engineering from Dartmouth College.Guest LinkedIn: https://www.LinkedIn.com/in/hankdearden/Guest Website: https://forestplanet.orgGuest Social: https://www.Instagram.com/forestplanetorg/https://www.facebook.com/GoNegativeShow Notes: Raw audio00:02:56 - How Hank Dearden Started ForestPlanet00:07:27- Hanks’ Journey To Fulfillment00:14:22 - Mangrove Planting Project In Tanzania00:25:04 - The Tricky And Challenging Process Of Growing Mangroves00:35:34 - ForestPlanet’s Fundraising Campaigns00:47:11 - Environmentalism Should Never Be Political00:50:32 - Getting Into Carbon Markets00:58:46 - Get In Touch With Hank01:00:58 - Episode Wrap-up And Closing WordsBUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER🌴 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🌱 Together, we’ve planted 24,251 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. Follow, subscribe, or join our newsletter to help us keep growing!Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetterTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetterInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

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 own architecture. Learn about The Deep Invent for Good contest — $10,000 for the best open-sourced invention to benefit humanity (closes August 21, 2025).Deep Invent for Good — Learn more and enter to win the contest: https://deepInvent.ai (closes August 21, 2025)Follow Dr. Marcus Weller on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcusweller/We discuss:How AI is moving beyond data analysis to creative inventionWhy embedding human cognitive heuristics into AI changes the gameThe Deep Invent for Good contest — $10,000 for the best open-sourced invention to benefit humanityEthical guardrails to ensure innovations serve people and planetHow to make AI innovation more energy-efficient and sustainable You’ll also hear inspiring real-world examples of AI-generated inventions, from augmented reality e-readers to sustainable tech breakthroughs.Time Stamped Chapters:00:00 – Introduction / Welcome to Care More Be Better — today’s guest, Dr. Marcus Weller of DeepInvent.ai01:05 – Meet Dr. Marcus Weller - Early curiosity, tinkering with appliances, and the movie Short Circuit03:45 – How AI Becomes a Creative Partner - From data processing to human-like cognitive heuristics07:15 – Identifying “White Space” for Innovation - How Deep Invent maps the innovation landscape and generates new patents10:55 – Beyond “Fail Fast” - Starting with complete context to build the right thing the first time12:50 – Augmented Reality E-Reader Example - An AI-generated invention inspires a career pivot15:05 – What Is Superintelligence? Domain-specific superintelligence for innovation16:40 – AI Agents and Self-Improving Systems - The story of Deep Invent patenting its own architecture19:00 – Deep Invent for Good Contest - How to enter, win $10K, and open-source your idea for humanity22:45 – Examples of Contest Submissions - From cancer therapies to adaptive prosthetics25:05 – Open Source vs. Patenting Your Own Ideas - Why the campaign focuses on shared innovation27:35 – Ethical Guardrails for AI Innovation - Preventing harmful inventions and ensuring benefit to humanity29:55 – AI, Personality, and Human Connection - Training AI with psychometric data for a natural feel34:00 – Energy Efficiency & Sustainable Computing - How Deep Invent optimizes compute use and supports clean tech innovation38:00 – Marcus’s Optimistic 10-Year Vision - A radically accelerated positive future40:30 – Inspiring the Next Generation - Marcus’s one-minute message to a classroom of 12-year-olds42:00 – Closing Thoughts & Invitation to Participate - Why now is the time to innovate for good44:00 – Outro & Tree-Planting Update BUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER 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 Together, we’ve planted 25,788 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. Follow, subscribe, or join our newsletter to help us keep growing!  Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better

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 own architecture. Learn about The Deep Invent for Good contest — $10,000 for the best open-sourced invention to benefit humanity (closes August 21, 2025).Deep Invent for Good — Learn more and enter to win the contest: https://deepInvent.ai (closes August 21, 2025)Follow Dr. Marcus Weller on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcusweller/We discuss:How AI is moving beyond data analysis to creative inventionWhy embedding human cognitive heuristics into AI changes the gameThe Deep Invent for Good contest — $10,000 for the best open-sourced invention to benefit humanityEthical guardrails to ensure innovations serve people and planetHow to make AI innovation more energy-efficient and sustainable You’ll also hear inspiring real-world examples of AI-generated inventions, from augmented reality e-readers to sustainable tech breakthroughs.Time Stamped Chapters:00:00 – Introduction / Welcome to Care More Be Better — today’s guest, Dr. Marcus Weller of DeepInvent.ai01:05 – Meet Dr. Marcus Weller - Early curiosity, tinkering with appliances, and the movie Short Circuit03:45 – How AI Becomes a Creative Partner - From data processing to human-like cognitive heuristics07:15 – Identifying “White Space” for Innovation - How Deep Invent maps the innovation landscape and generates new patents10:55 – Beyond “Fail Fast” - Starting with complete context to build the right thing the first time12:50 – Augmented Reality E-Reader Example - An AI-generated invention inspires a career pivot15:05 – What Is Superintelligence? Domain-specific superintelligence for innovation16:40 – AI Agents and Self-Improving Systems - The story of Deep Invent patenting its own architecture19:00 – Deep Invent for Good Contest - How to enter, win $10K, and open-source your idea for humanity22:45 – Examples of Contest Submissions - From cancer therapies to adaptive prosthetics25:05 – Open Source vs. Patenting Your Own Ideas - Why the campaign focuses on shared innovation27:35 – Ethical Guardrails for AI Innovation - Preventing harmful inventions and ensuring benefit to humanity29:55 – AI, Personality, and Human Connection - Training AI with psychometric data for a natural feel34:00 – Energy Efficiency & Sustainable Computing - How Deep Invent optimizes compute use and supports clean tech innovation38:00 – Marcus’s Optimistic 10-Year Vision - A radically accelerated positive future40:30 – Inspiring the Next Generation - Marcus’s one-minute message to a classroom of 12-year-olds42:00 – Closing Thoughts & Invitation to Participate - Why now is the time to innovate for good44:00 – Outro & Tree-Planting Update BUILD A GREENER FUTURE with CARE MORE BE BETTER 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 Together, we’ve planted 25,788 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet. Follow, subscribe, or join our newsletter to help us keep growing!  Follow us on social media:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better