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The Sky Farm Island PodcastRakan Mehyar on indigenous farming, local produce and youth engagement in JordanIn this episode, Annika Lundkvist speaks with Rakan, founder of Carob House in Madaba, Jordan. Discover how Jordan shifted from exporting wheat to importing 97% of its needs, and how Rakan's quest for authentic food led him to reimagine farming practices.Learn how children intuitively connect with nature on farms and often become advocates for better food choices at homeHear why Rakan believes kids hold the key to the solution for the future and why he thinks the problem with us adults is that we lost the child in us.This episode explores how traditional knowledge and innovative a...2025-03-1936 min
EkonomiekotNya bebisprognosen som tvingar Sverige att räkna omSvenska kvinnor föder historiskt få barn. Och tillsammans med lägre invandring ritar det om befolkningskartan. En ny prognos från SCB tvingar kommuner och myndigheter att räkna om; långsiktiga planer för förskolor, skolor och bostäder blir inaktuella. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radio Play. Programledare:Erika MårtenssonMedverkande och röster i programmet:Gunnar Andersson, professor i demografi, Stockholms universitetAnnika Wallenskog, chefsekonom, Sveriges kommuner och regioner Ole Settergren, analyschef, PensionsmyndighetenLena Lundkvist, Statistiska centralbyrån Karin Lundström, demograf, St...2024-09-0624 min
Ekonomiekot ExtraNya bebisprognosen som tvingar Sverige att räkna omSvenska kvinnor föder historiskt få barn. Och tillsammans med lägre invandring ritar det om befolkningskartan. En ny prognos från SCB tvingar kommuner och myndigheter att räkna om; långsiktiga planer för förskolor, skolor och bostäder blir inaktuella. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radio Play. Programledare:Erika MårtenssonMedverkande och röster i programmet:Gunnar Andersson, professor i demografi, Stockholms universitetAnnika Wallenskog, chefsekonom, Sveriges kommuner och regioner Ole Settergren, analyschef, PensionsmyndighetenLena Lundkvist, Statistiska centralbyrån Karin Lundström, demograf, St...2024-09-0624 min
GudstjänstenAtt vandra uppåt, nedåt och inåtOm möten mellan himmel och jord handlar gudstjänsten vid berget Själandsklintens fot. Prästen Lars Parkman predikar, Nordingrå församlings körer och psalmorkester medverkar. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radio Play. Från Nordingrå, i hjärtat av Höga kusten, sänds gudstjänsten på Kristi förklarings dag. Bibeltexterna handlar om gudsmöten uppe på berg och prästen Lars Parkman predikar om att vandra uppåt, men också nedåt, tillbaka till vardagen, och inåt.- Det finns en väg nedför berget också för människor i all...2022-07-3113 min
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEPISODE XXI: Dialogue with Nassim Nobari, Seed the CommonsIn this relaxed chat, we learn more of the history of Seed the Commons, establishing veganism as a normative ethic, the mission of the People's Harvest Forum, the importance of consumer action but moving beyond that for a truly essential paradigm shift & systems change, reclaiming food systems from corporate control, building visibility for veganic farming & more.2020-07-161h 36
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEPISODE XX: Divya Alter, Divya's Kitchen"True hospitality comes from your heart and from your sincere desire to serve people." -Divya Alter
In this episode we talk with NYC based cookbook author, educator and nutritional consultant Divya Alter. Divya is the author of What to Eat for How You Feel: The New Ayurvedic Kitchen (Rizzoli, 2017), which is now in its 7th print with a German edition underway. She and her husband Prentiss launched North America’s first Ayurvedic chef certification program and Divya’s Kitchen, an Ayurvedic restaurant in Manhattan.
We talk about her background and the basics of Ayurvedic cooking, the...2020-07-0340 min
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEPISODE XIX: Tony Martin, Vegan Organic NetworkIn this episode we talk with Tony Martin, editor of Growing Green International- the magazine of UK based Vegan Organic Network. We chat about the current pandemic's influence on interest in the orgnazation, about Tony's editorial role and process about the mission of VON and more.
"Veganic growing is but one aspect of a dynamic culture. Our commitment is to peace and justice for people, animals and the environment in a sustainable balance. To achieve this we must change our lifestyles and introduce a philosophy which will continue to maintain our unique planet. We are motivated by...2020-05-2932 min
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEPISODE XVIII: Jessica Hylton Leckie, Jessica in the KitchenIn this episode we talk with Jessica Hylton-Leckie, Attorney-at-Law and Food Photographer, Videographer and Recipe Developer of the popular site Jessica in the Kitchen! We love Jessica's recipes and it was a true pleasure to talk with her about the history of her blog, recipe creations and food media as well as her favorite ingredients and the food scene in Jamaica!
Visit Jessica online at: https://jessicainthekitchen.com/
Visit Pacific Roots Magazine online at: http://pacificrootsmagazine.com/2020-05-1740 min
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEPISODE XVII: Peter Albrecht, Villands Vånga VeganträdgårdIn this episode we talk with Peter Albrecht of Villands Vånga Veganträdgård. Peter shares about the history & mission of Villands Vånga Veganträdgård, reflections on pursuing vegan agriculture in Sweden and meat norms in some organic agricultural communities. He also reflects on his podcast experience with Odlarna Podcast & the great response they got with an interest to feature more vegan farmers, sharing the knowledge of vegan gardening & farming with the local community, the potential & interest to start a network for Nordic vegan agriculture & more.
Visit Villands Vågan Veganträdård at https://ww...2020-04-2936 min
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEPISODE XVI: David Clough, CreatureKind & DefaultVegIn this episode we talk with David Clough, Professor of Theological Ethics at the University of Chester and cofounder of CreatureKind and DefaultVeg. In this episode we discuss the relationship between theology and animal ethics, insight on how the current pandemic can further inform our understanding of our treatment of animals, coalition building in the broader animal advocacy movement, an overview of the mission and history of establishment of both CreatureKind and DefaultVeg and more.2020-04-2648 min
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEPISODE XV: Etelle Higonnet, Mighty EarthIn this episode we talk with Etelle Higonnet, Senior Campaign Director at Mighty Earth. Mighty Earth is an environmental organization that focuses mainly on breaking the link between deforestation and industrial agriculture primarily through the following industries:
-palm oil
-beef
-soy (3/4 of global production of soy go to animal feed)
-rubber industry
-cocoa
We discuss aspects of these industries, COVID-19 pandemic's effect on awareness & action, advocating for and working towards a #firefreesummer & more.
"Planetary havoc is more expensive than working on a pandemic proof society. Let's not keep rolling the...2020-04-1547 min
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEPISODE XIV: Allie Feldman Taylor, Voters for Animal RightsIn this episode we talk with Allie Feldman Taylor, President and Founder of Voters for Animal Rights.
Founded in 2017, VFAR is an all volunteer, grassroots organization that focuses exclusively on political advocacy for animals in New York. VFAR helps to "..elect candidates who support animal protection, lobby for strong laws to stop animal cruelty, and hold elected officials accountable to humane voters.
On NYC & advocacy work:
"One thing I would point out with New York City is that because there are so many eyes on the city- it's the center of the fashion wor...2020-04-1132 min
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEPISODE XIII: Elise Buckle, Climate & Sustainability ---Planetary Emergency PartnershipIn this episode we talk with Elise Buckle, President & Director of Climate & Sustainability and facilitator for the Planetary Emergency Partnership Group.
"It's a time when there are a lot of anxieties and negative messages in the media. This is the space of hope where we can discuss solutions. We feel this is the moment to think about the society we want, the future we want to choose and to be innovative in terms of how we can rebuild the economy." -Elise Buckle
"This is a time for unity and solidarity. We wanted to build bridges bet...2020-04-1028 min
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEpisode XII: Geraldine Starke, Refarm'd"That's a bit of the idea- to get back to basics, get back to knowing where your products come from and how they are made and that they are made by humans on a small scale and to really have a product that is fresh with nutrients, this is all really important. " - Geraldine Starke, Refarm'd
In this episode, we talk with Geraldine Starke, CEO of Refarm'd, a new initiative and plant-based milk subscription service that helps farms convert to producers of plant-based milk as well as transition to animal sanctuaries. We discuss:
The thought process th...2020-03-1434 min
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEPISODE XI: Gene Baur, Farm SanctuaryIn this episode we talk with Gene Baur, co-founder of Farm Sanctuary- the first Farm Sanctuary in the world. Gene is a pioneer and national as well as global leader of the farm animal protection movement, hailed as "the conscience of the food movement" by TIME magazine and a solutions focused advocate for the welfare of animals worldwide.
We discuss the sanctuary movement and how sanctuaries often develop in direct response to needs, the resource intensive work that sanctuary management requires as well as the importance of not only saving animals but directing our focus on the...2020-03-0137 min
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEPISODE X: Micaela Karlsen, PhD., Plant-Based Nutrition ExpertIn this episode we talk with Micaela Karlsen, PhD, Research Director for the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, author and renowned plant-based nutrition expert. We discuss her work contributing to greater accessiblity of plant-based nutrition knowledge, her background working with T. Colin Campbell, the growing field of plant-based research, expertise and more.
In addition to being Research Director for ACLM as well as co-investigator on the Adhering to Dietary Approaches for Personal Taste (ADAPT) Study from Tufts University. She is Adjunct Faculty for the University of New England Master’ Programs in Applied Nutrition and Global Public Health. Dr. K...2020-02-2727 min
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEPISODE IX: Robin Coarts, Plant-based with RobinIn this episode we talk with Robin Coarts of Plant-Based with Robin. Robin is a humane educator, plant-based enthusiast, wellness advocate and food lover. We chat about her plant-based education series focusing on parenting & families, the solutionary aspects of humane education and her lifelong commitment to plant-based lifestyle and education.
"Humane education is looking at the way we teach things and making sure we incorporate human rights, environmental rights, animal rights and cultural respect. It's about keeping those things at the forefront of what we're teaching so whatever topic it is we are discussing with children or adult...2020-02-2530 min
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEPISODE VIII: Amie Hamlin, Coalition for Healthy School FoodIn this episode we talk with Amie Hamlin, the Executive Director for Coalition for Healthy School Food (CHSF), a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit that introduces plant-based foods and nutrition education in schools to educate the whole school community about the health, environmental, and social justice issues of our food choices.
Visit the Coalition for Healthy School Food online at https://www.healthyschoolfood.org/2020-02-1933 min
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEPISODE VII: Jonina Turzi & Sarah Salluzzo, Lancaster Farm SanctuaryIn Pacific Roots Magazine Podcast Episode VII we talk with Jonina & Sarah of Pennsylvania based Lancaster Farm Sanctuary. We discuss the joys & challenges of sanctuary work, stories of various animals living there, the transformative & practical effects of the various events & tours of the Sanctuary, plans for expansion, the intention of the media they produce & more!
Visit our first interview with Lancaster Farm Sanctuary: http://pacificrootsmagazine.com/feature-interview-lancaster-farm-sanctuary/
Visit Lancaster Farm Sanctuary online at:
https://lancasterfarmsanctuary.org/2020-02-1458 min
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEPISODE VI: Tabatha James, The Sensible VeganIn this episode we talk with Tabatha James of The Sensible Vegan about her platform, advocacy, her work with Mothers Against Dairy, being inspired by Vegucated, her children's book "Farmer Sue Knew", her recipes & more.
Tabatha James is an Atlanta vegan blogger, animal rights activist, and the founder of The Sensible Vegan. She is a wife, mother, and vegan children's book author. She became vegan overnight in 2016 after watching Vegucated and never looked back!
https://www.thesensiblevegan.com/2020-01-2430 min
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEpisode V: Dr. agr. Johannes Eisenbach of Panhellenic Biocyclic Vegan NetworkIn this Episode, we speak with Dr. agr. Johannes Eisenbach of Panhellenic Biocyclic Vegan Network which has formulated the Biocyclic Vegan Standard, principles of a sustainable, closed-loop oriented & vegan form of organic farming- a truly revolutionary approach of agriculture using purely plant-based, organic humus soil.
As their website explains, Biocyclic Vegan Agriculture is good for:
-Climate
-Water
-Soil
-Biodiversity
-Health
-Animals
-Global Food Security
-Smallholder farms
We discuss these points, as well as the history of Biocyclic Vegan, challenges ahead in the next decade to increase glob...2020-01-191h 04
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEpisode IV: Paul R. Turner of Food for Life GlobalIn this episode we talk with Paul R. Turner, International Director & Co-Founder of Food For Life Global, the largest food relief organization on the planet that is also plant-based: https://www.ffl.org
We discuss the concept of spiritual hospitality, the power of food to transform consciousness and using food as a medium to promote a sense of unitiy and spiritual equality among all beings.
We also chat about the newly launched The Om Guarantee, a cost efficent way for socially responsible companies to make a positive social impact in the lives of children, animals a...2020-01-1441 min
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEPISODE III: Fred "Doc" Beasley of NYC Hip Hop is GreenInterview with Fred "Doc" Beasley, Chapter President of NYC Hip Hop is Green, the NY Chapter for national organization Hip Hop is Green. We chat about the history of Hip Hop is Green, development of the NYC chapter, the mission & actitivies of the organization, community engagement, youth engagment, Meatless Mondays in NYC public schools, Black VegFest, authentic connectivity & outreach & more!2020-01-111h 03
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEPISODE II: Kerrie of @BohomofoIn this episode we chat with Australia based writer & storyteller Kerrie Basha of Bohomofo.
We interviewed Kerrie last year (read here) & this talk heralds the beginning of a monthly podcast session with her. In this episode, we discuss the bushfires in Australia, the nervous system & self care, the transitions defining the heady energy of these times, eclipses, lunar cycles, spirituality as an intergral element to sustainability & more.
Visit Kerrie at Bohomofo online:
http://www.bohomofo.com/
https://www.facebook.com/BeautifulBohemia/
https://www.instagram.com/bohomofo/2020-01-071h 04
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastEPISODE I: Jeffrey Spitz Cohan of Jewish VegEPISODE I
Interview with Jeffrey Spitz Cohan, Executive Director of Jewish Veg
A few hours before the sixth evening of Hanukkah, we chatted about the various dynamic programs of Jewish Veg, about theology (in particular Genesis 1:26 and Genesis 1:29), about kosher as "the new vegan", the oxymoron that is the term "humane slaughter" and more.
https://www.jewishveg.org/
Audio Note: 2019-12-2937 min
Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastINTRO: Welcome to Pacific Roots Magazine PodcastIntroducing Pacific Roots Magazine Podcast, an audio complement to the website pacificrootsmagazine.com, an exploration of issues related to environment, humanity, sustainability, plant-based eating, veganic farming, animal advocacy and more. Hosted by Pacific Roots Magazine Founder Annika Lundkvist.2019-12-2805 min