In this episode, Sol (Kat Ross) hares how her journey began with the solar industry, where she was not just a participant but a passionate advocate for sustainable living. However, it was the sudden loss of her mother that marked a turning point, leading her down a path filled with spiritual inquiry and healing. Sol’s openness to explore her grief through ancient healing practices eventually guided her to train as a medicine woman, where she learned to meld the wisdom of traditional shamanic practices with the needs of modern individuals and businesses.

Ditte Lysgaard Vind, Chief Innovation and Science Officer at BloxHub, a Nordic hub for sustainable urbanization, Ditte’s work exemplifies the practical application of creating spaces that promote both community well-being and environmental health. She is a visionary in the field of sustainable design and circular economy, and author of the new book, Danish Design Heritage and Global Sustainability.

Is it possible to convert our deepest emotional pains into profound personal strengths?

Dr. Deb Sandella, a distinguished psychotherapist and the innovator behind the RIM Institute, is convinced it is. With nearly fifty years of professional experience, she has pioneered the RIM technique, a groundbreaking method that empowers individuals to achieve deep emotional healing and resilience. This pioneering work is her passion, dedicated to helping others harness their inner strength.

Did you know that beagles, one of America’s most cherished dog breeds, are the most common canine victims of laboratory testing due to their extremely docile nature? This heartbreaking reality motivates Shannon Keith, our guest today, who is an animal rights lawyer and the founder of the Beagle Freedom Project.

Beagle Freedom Project is the world’s leading organization for rescuing and rehoming animals used in experimental research. Since 2010, they have liberated thousands of animals while working to end their abuse through education, advocacy, and legislation. Each day they move closer to their ultimate goal of a world without animal testing.

Can a widespread practice of mindfulness reshape society and help us solve our intractable challenges like climate change, endless war, and increasing polarity? Our guest, Oren Jay Sofer, a revered teacher of mindfulness, meditation, and nonviolent communication, believes it is the foundation for doing so. In our conversation, Oren shares insights from his latest book, Your Heart Was Made For This: Contemplative Practices to Meet a World in Crisis with Courage, Integrity and Love.

Mohammed Alatar is a Palestinian filmmaker who writes, directs and produces documentaries about life in Occupied Palestine. He chose cinema as a means to tell the story of his people in the most powerful way possible. His six completed films thus far are a testament to his deep compassion and desire to fight for human rights, not only for Palestinians, but for all who are deprived self-rule and self-determination.

Michael Dexter is the visionary founder behind Climate Herald, a groundbreaking platform that promotes local action on climate change. His journey into the world of environmental advocacy was deeply influenced by his personal experiences, including the repeated flooding of his childhood home, which underscored the tangible impacts of climate issues. His extensive background as a former Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) staffer enriched his passion for environmental action, providing him with invaluable experience in leading community-based resiliency projects and crafting resources for local governments.

Remarkably, as of March 2024, The Farmlink Project, a student-run non-profit, has moved 165 million pounds of excess farm produce slated for the landfill to needy food banks, providing 137,500,000 meals, while simultaneously sparing the environment 238,145 tons of carbon emissions. Their actions are a testament to how proactive minds can turn adversity into a powerful tool for change. Six hundred college & high students volunteer to keep the mission thriving. And they are just getting started.

As of June 2023, the Foodlink Project has remarkably transported 118 million pounds of excess farm produce to needy food banks, sparing the environment from over 173,000 tons of carbon emissions. Six hundred college & high students volunteer keep the mission thriving. And they are just getting started.