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KSM PODCAST - Growing Business Online with KristinaEPISODE 83 - The special guest speaker is Victor Hunter - Co-founder and CEO of Liyan FoundationVictor Hunter - Co-founder and CEO of Liyan FoundationI’m an Aboriginal traditional owner for Nyikina country near Derby Western Australia.I have a Diploma in Education and have taught in prisons and lectures in Aboriginal Studies at Universities.I am now involved inbgetting Aboriginal families to co designand build their own homes and develop their communities into a sustainable one.The KSM PODCAST: Growing Business Online with Kristina is designed to empower both female and male small business owners in their journey to launch, scale, andgrow businesses online.To get to know how to Grow...2025-04-0636 min

Animals & Us - Voices of a New ParadigmEpisode 33: A sustainability expert's thoughts on intuitive telepathic communication with nature, with Kristina HunterIn this episode of Animals & Us - Voices of a New Paradigm, we are joined by the incredible Kristina Hunter, founder of the Eco-Impact Academy, and a passionate advocate for sustainability and personal wellbeing. Kristina has dedicated over 20 years to teaching about environmental sustainability and green building, and she believes that the health of the planet, our communities, and ourselves are all interconnected. Kristina’s work centres around the deep connection between personal healing and healing the earth. She shares her powerful belief that sustainable living starts with taking care of our own wellbeing—because a healthy planet begins with...2025-02-0152 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 85: What I did when the eco-overwhelm, grief and anxiety became too muchI was walking in the woods and it came to me as clear as day. The pieces came together and I understood how to move forward. This was my epiphany moment that came after a long, difficult period where the eco-overwhelm just seemed like it was too much.But what came to me in the woods changed everything for me, and it is what I still rely on myself and teach to this day.It turns out that part of what I was facing was a misalignment between my values and how I was living...2023-05-1720 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 84: Wicked problems and how to approach themWicked problems: isn’t that a great term?Wicked problems are complex and difficult to define, they cannot be separated from their context and there is no one definitive approach to solving them. Climate change, pollution, loss of biodiversity, plastic pollution, environmental racism, and the effects of colonialism are all examples of “Wicked” problems. You have likely been reading about or pondering how to address a Wicked problem recently in your own life. Something like, Why your local government isn’t taking more action on Climate change? OR How to reduce food waste in grocery sto...2023-05-1022 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 83: How to manage your energy“I am worried about burning out.” is something I hear often, and this is a completely valid concern. After all, environmental and social justice work can be taxing both emotionally and physically.So, how do we tackle this very important, and necessary work without putting our own physical and mental health in jeopardy? Well, it turns out there are proven tactics with plenty of medical literature to support that it truly works.Now, these things do fall into the broad category of “self-care”, but before you hit pause and never come back to this episode, it is no...2023-05-0325 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 82: Your eco-grief is nothing to be ashamed ofThere were certain environmental issues that I could barely talk about in my classes. Topics like animal suffering were simply too difficult for me to cover. I remember showing a video in class almost 25 years ago now of emaciated whales who were starving due to human over-fishing.I sat in that darkened classroom with tears rolling down my face. Yes, these emotions made me want to focus on solutions, but they also made me feel ashamed of my reaction. After all, I was the professional, and the university lecturer educating my students on these topics from a...2023-04-2613 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 81: Stop spinning your wheels and get tangible resultsYou know that feeling of just spinning your wheels? Like you are getting pulled in every direction, trying to make headway, but nothing seems to be working? You are trying to make changes at home, in the workplace, and in society but you can’t seem to get traction.In this episode, I share four simple techniques to get real results, so that you can feel fulfilled, and like what you do matters.First, reconsider the small actions and their importance. It might be more meaningful than you tend to believe. Then, I want you to...2023-04-1917 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 80: Applying Voluntary Simplicity to environmental actionDo you sometimes wish that someone would just tell you the right thing to do when it comes to taking environmental action? It can be so darn complicated it seems. Every day there is another new campaign or cause, and they all seem important.Easy to feel torn in multiple directions. And it doesn’t help with the Eco-overwhelm! So I want to show you how to apply the concept of Voluntary Simplicity to direct your actions. What is Voluntary Simplicity?Voluntary Simplicity, despite being linked to the simple living and...2023-04-1214 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 79: Where to focus your effortsThere is NO shortage of issues and causes that need our attention, and yes, they may all be important and worthy. But what can YOU do with your time and energy - that we all know is not bottomless?This problem of not knowing where to focus is the number one issue I find that keeps people stalled out on meaningful environmental and social change. So that is what we are going to tackle today.So, there is a greenspace in my neighborhood that really needs to be protected from development, and our bike routes...2023-04-0519 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 78: Do the work without burning outOne of the foundations of how I like to approach actions for sustainability - is through the lens of Sustainable Wellbeing. This is really, I believe, the foundation of how we can do this work and not burn ourselves out emotionally and physically along the way.Sustainable Wellbeing addresses both the personal and collective as well as ecological wellbeing. I like to define it as: caring for our personal wellbeing while we care for others and planet.Sustainable Wellbeing means that we acknowledge that as beings of this planet, we too deserve to be cared...2023-03-2909 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 77: Finding Emotional AgencySo, do those feelings of dread and guilt about the environment make you feel like you could spiral out of control if you spend time looking at it, so you just shut your eyes and hope it goes away, but it never really does?Well, today we are going to tackle those feelings using the concept of “Emotional Agency”, it has worked really well for me. To be honest, this has been THE MOST meaningful concept that I have applied in my life. I have used it every single time I have had a significant and unwanted chal...2023-03-2214 min

Page To Screen PodcastSeason 3: The HunterNow is a time for giving thanks and this month, to thank our husbands for listening to us talk all about the differences between the books and the movies we force them to watch, we decided to thank them by having them pick the books and movies this month! We start this month with the Carlos pick- The Hunter and the film Payback...well, actually the film Point Blank (don't worry...we explain it) Its another gritty noir with a villian turned hero but who is still a villian and we get a very happy fi...2022-11-071h 05

Confident Collective108. How to Raise Confident Children & Heal Grief through Gratitude with Hunter & Michaela McGradyIt’s official: curve models, content creators and hosts of the Model Citizen podcast, Michaela and Hunter McGrady, are our long lost best friends. They have such incredible energy, are the best examples of sisters supporting and respecting one another and it is so inspiring. Listen to this episode to hear how they were raised to put respect for one another first, and how their mom positively influenced their confidence growing up. We also ask them to share how they’ve navigated the tragic loss of their brother, and how practicing gratitude has helped them move forward. Plus, we cele...2022-10-251h 05

Live. Well. Green.Episode 76: The Gardening Life with Lori and Keith MichaelsonWant to be transported to a gorgeous fall day for a tour of a regular city yard where Lori and Keith Michaelson grow dozens of varieties of vegetables, beans, greens, berries, and even fruits in a city that gets only 120 frost-free days each year? It is an urban farm that not only produces food all year-round but is a connecting point for the community's kids and neighbors.It might surprise you, to find the variety of foods that can be produced from a garden in this climate and some of the edibles may also be new to...2022-04-1452 min

Manitobaville, The PodcastKristina Hunter - Flourishing; Presented by Manitobaville, The PodcastFlourishing with Kristina Hunter... Kristina Hunter is an educator and advocate for a greener, more sustainable human footprint on the only planet that is custom made for our needs and the lives of all animals and insects on it. Humans need to find a way to live sustainably on Earth. The alternative is that the Earth will be just fine after we’re gone. Topics Covered: Class environmentalism Connecting What can i do-ism Population Critical habitat Social sustainability This episode first aired February 26, 2021. Learn more about flourishing Kristina Hunter here! ...2022-04-141h 48

Teach OutdoorsSustainability and Ecological Well-Being with Kristina HunterToday’s topic is about sustainability and well-being (such an important topic this time of year when the days are dark and short). It’s so important to consider what steps we can take to support our mental health. For many of us, this is going to include spending time with our family, friends, and being outside. That’s one of the reasons why today I have my infant daughter, Evelyn, sitting on my lap while I speak to our guest today. You’ll often hear her babbling along with excitement which I hope spreads a little extra cheer to you as...2021-12-3134 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 75: The Fair Trade Handbook - building a better worldWe know that Fair Trade is a certification system that helps to ensure social justice and environmental sustainability in the supply chain of common commodities, but how exactly does it do this and what are the standards that it upholds?In this interview with Editors Zack Gross, Sean McHugh and contributor Monika Firl, we get up close accounts of how the Fair Trade system provides us with coffee, tea, coca, chocolate and a myriad of other goods in a way that is fair and equitable for the farmers. We get a first-hand account of the difference that...2021-11-3048 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 74: Social Enterprises with Shaun LoneySo, can businesses be a part of the solution to social and environmental issues? Is there a bigger role for them to play beyond the tax revenues and employment they create? My guest Shaun Loney certainly thinks so, and he has worked with numerous start-up Social Enterprises showing that this model can actually deliver social and environmental outcomes more effectively than governments and without the old model of NGOs turning to funders for their operating budgets.It is a deeply creative and exciting new form of doing business that I am truly excited about. The integration of...2021-11-0955 min

Podcast WonderFULLHow to Build Your Best Green Life Without the Overwhelm - with Kristina Hunter.Do you feel daunted by trying to live a more sustainable and green life? Well, this episode is for you! I recently had a wonderFULL conversation with Kristina Hunter, who is helping people to live more sustainably for themselves and for the planet. Kristina is a wealth of knowledge, having a huge background in environmental studies as well as sustainable well-being (amongst many other things) and was a professor for over 20 years teaching several people on this topic. What I love most about Kristina’s approach is that it really starts with...2021-10-2755 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 73: Mentoring Nature Connections in Children with Lauren MacLeanMany of us have children in our lives, whether they are our own kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews, or kids we work with, but we often want to help them enjoy nature and gain an appreciation for the beauty and wonder of the "real world", not just the one they see on screens.In this episode, I explore how to help mentor young children to connect with nature through activities with nature connection teacher specialist, Lauren MacLean.Lauren lives in British Columbia, Canada, with her own two young children and has spent years as a...2021-10-2643 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 72: Conscious Clothing with Anuradha SinghWe know that the fashion industry is highly unsustainable with massive waste produced from our fast fashion, not to mention the carbon footprint of clothing and the often substandard working conditions, especially for women in garment factories. So, it is clear that we need to rethink our closets and bring sustainability into the industry.In this episode, I had the chance to chat with Anuradha Singh, a textile designer with two sustainable clothing lines. She wants to help people be able to make conscious choices with their clothing to be a part of the solution in fashion...2021-10-1233 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 71: How to enjoy seasonal whole foods with Getty StewartEating whole foods - those that have not been processed or packaged, and that often are also local to us is the cornerstone of every healthy eating plan, and the bonus is that it is also really great for the planet. Eating whole foods and eating in season dramatically reduces the carbon emissions, waste, and plastic associated with our foods.Ok, we are sold, yes, it is the right thing to do for our bodies and for the planet. But, how exactly can I do this with my real-life constraints of time and money and other demands...2021-09-2847 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 70: Permaculture and the Urban Farm with Greg PetersonPermaculture is a term that comes from combining the words "permanent" and "agriculture", but it really goes far beyond that. Permaculture is a philosophy of producing food in a way that works with the landscape, nature and even regenerates what we have lost. It helps to build soil organic matter, retain moisture and nutrients and builds healthy and diverse ecosystems, all while producing food.It is a radical transformation back to what agriculture once was, and can be again, working in harmony with nature, rather than working against nature with large-scale mono-cultures and the dramatic reduction of...2021-09-1445 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 69: Raising Eco Minimalists with Laura DurenbergerThis week I chat with Laura Durenberger of the Raising Eco Minimalists podcast and the blog Reduce Reuse Renew. I begin by asking her about the "renew" aspect that she covers on her blog that deals with anxiety and how this ties into her environmental actions.Laura talks about the relationship between reducing the physical and mental clutter and how this can also help play a role in reducing anxiety. As she says, it helps by "reducing things in your life to give space for other things", which strikes me as a very intentional and meaningful approach...2021-08-3132 min

The Urban Farm Podcast with Greg PetersonConnecting with Nature; A Farmer Friday Interview with Kristina Hunter.A Farmer Friday Interview with Kristina Hunter.In This Farmer Friday Podcast on Connecting with Nature:Greg is excited to speak with Kristina about the many benefits of connecting with nature, some of them unexpected! Kristina points out that we intuitively know that nature is good for us, and she recommends we include nature as a sacred part of our daily routine. She teaches that connecting with nature provides direct and immediate benefits to our bodies and our minds. Kristina and Greg both share simple ways they connect with nature each day.Do yo...2021-07-0212 min

The Urban Farm Podcast Private feed for MembersConnecting with Nature; A Farmer Friday Interview with Kristina Hunter.A Farmer Friday Interview with Kristina Hunter.In This Farmer Friday Podcast on Connecting with Nature:Greg is excited to speak with Kristina about the many benefits of connecting with nature, some of them unexpected! Kristina points out that we intuitively know that nature is good for us, and she recommends we include nature as a sacred part of our daily routine. She teaches that connecting with nature provides direct and immediate benefits to our bodies and our minds. Kristina and Greg both share simple ways they connect with nature each day.Do yo...2021-07-0213 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 68: Easy Steps to Sustainable WellbeingIt can be so stressful trying to figure out the best actions to take to live a greener, more eco-conscious life. This is what sustainable wellbeing is all about. It means living better for yourself, your community, and for the planet. So, to help you figure out the best actions to take and get rid of that eco-guilt, I give you simple steps to get there!In this episode, I deliver the actions that you should take in the areas of:Reducing PlasticTaking Action on Climate ChangeProtecting Natural HabitatBuilding a...2021-05-2548 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 67: Teaching on the TundraSometimes doing the hard thing, the thing that everyone else says can't be done, ends up being the thing that matters most. That's what Dr. Ryan Brook found by taking students out onto the tundra for their university course. He had been taught by some of the best wildlife biologists - the old school ones who believed in this crazy notion that students studying wildlife should do that -- in the wilderness. Even if it means logistical, financial, physical, and, of course, administrative challenges.What better way to learn about the intersection of people and animals in...2021-05-1857 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 66: Soil to Silk with Madhulika ChoudharyMadhulika Choudhary returned home to India after many years of studying and living in Europe where she earned degrees in the fields of Political Science, Sociology, Gender and Development, and Social Education, and along the way she worked with vulnerable people bringing them employable skills and assisting with resettlement. When she returned to India, she inherited a plot of land in her family's ancestral village.She immediately knew that she wanted to do something with that land to help create employment and opportunity in the village, especially for women. Learn about the incredible transformations that she is...2021-05-1143 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 65: How the Breath Helps the MindSure, we know that we need to breathe to live, but did you realize that different breathing techniques have proved benefits to help reduce stress and anxiety as well as improve sleep and mental focus? In this episode, I talk about how breath has helped me in certain difficult situations as well as how it can be useful in everyday living.We get into deep breathing, movement with breath, the use of breath in meditation, and some great energizing breathing exercises, as well as the science to back them up. Head over here for the full show...2021-05-0419 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 64: Greta and the Paradigm ShiftWe are in the midst of a very necessary paradigm shift, and one of the catalysts for this shift is the unlikely heroine, a young Swedish girl with Asperger's Syndrome, named Greta Thunberg. I bet you have heard her name before, but now we need to consider why her message has been so powerful and how we can be a part of this paradigm shift.Breakthroughs tend not to occur until our old frameworks for seeing the world fall away, either in big chunks or little by little. But it is imperative that they do for progress...2021-04-2722 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 63: Small Acts Big WinsIt can be so difficult - wanting to live greener, and yet feeling like we are one of the only ones working on this crisis, like our actions won't make a difference, and that our friends and family just think we're weird. That all can feel really overwhelming. So, that's why I break down to best small actions that you can take for the biggest impact. To help you know that you are making a difference, that your actions matter, and that you are not alone!I show you how to get the biggest wins on fighting...2021-04-2029 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 62: Pre and Post Natal Sustainable WellbeingI had a great chat with Kimberly McFerron, Pre and Post Natal Therapeutic Exercise and Education Specialist. We talk about the challenges of how overwhelming it can be for pregnant women and new parents and how the issues of sustainability and health are a real concern. Unfortunately, many couples end up purchasing so many products that they don't need which just end up in the landfill a short time later.Kimberly gives concrete advice on what to focus on during the pregnancy as well as her top 4 picks for what new parents should consider when thinking about...2021-04-1332 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 61: Breaking the Fast Fashion HabitThis week I get to chat with online Sustainable Influencer and Thrift Stylist AK Bryan, owner of AK Wears Things. She gets into some of the problems of the fast fashion industry, and how she came to realize that she needed to be a part of the solution. So now she runs what I consider to be a "Deep Green" online clothing company that reprints used T-shirts and has other highly sustainable fashion and even jewelry.AK breaks down what we should be considering when purchasing something new, and how to best care for our clothing to...2021-04-0644 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 60: The Plastic ProblemIn this episode, we get into the details of the global crisis of plastic pollution. I talk about the first mentions of the Great Pacific Garbage by Captain Charles Moore, and what it looked like to him as someone familiar with traveling on the ocean. I get into the numbers of how much plastic is being produced and where it is ending up - the numbers are going to surprise you!I talk about what happens to plastic in sunlight - yes, it breaks down, but into smaller bits of plastic. So, these microplastics are now ubiquitous...2021-03-3039 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 59: Why are children more vulnerable to environmental contaminants?Why are children more vulnerable to environmental contaminants? It turns out that children are not just small adults, they have a number of behavioral and physical factors that actually put them at greater risk than adults to environmental contaminants.This includes the fact that kids are still growing and developing. Their nervous systems, brains, and reproductive systems continue to grow and develop into early adulthood and are more susceptible to damage from man-made chemicals.They also have behaviors such as the foods and non-foods that they eat that put them at greater risk and other...2021-03-2431 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 58: Climate Change Stories Rewritten: Connecting Action to ArtIn this episode, I have the opportunity to chat with the wonderful and innovative creators behind the Climate Illustrated project. They are collecting stories about climate change and people's connection to nature and then bring the stories to the world through illustrations, shared on social media.2021-03-1646 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 57: Eating for the PlanetIn this episode, we get into the issues of what impact our food has on the planet and it is a long list! We look at how this relates to environmental degradation, loss of habitat, chemicals in the environment, animal welfare, and what it means for our bodies. But don't worry, I give you the BIG 4 actions that you can take today to eat better for the planet - and for your body. And guess what, it means MORE, not less!For the full show notes head over to https://www.kristinahunterflourishing.com/blog/eating-for-the-planet 2021-03-0930 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 56: Finding the Beauty with Sarah Coniglio2020 was a difficult year for so many of us all around the world. But even amid hardships, there is always beauty and kindness if we are willing to look. Our guest today, Sarah Coniglio of Project WonderFULL, has captured some of this beauty in her new photography book, There's Always Something WonderFULL: Small Wonders and Big Beauty from 2020, where she shares the beauty of her own neighborhood. Sarah is a social impact photographer and photographs beauty all across the globe. With the pandemic grinding travel to a halt, Sarah found herself at home for much longer than usual. In...2021-03-0221 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 55: Where Do I Begin?Tackling enormous problems like climate change, plastic pollution, and unsustainable fisheries can feel overwhelming and near impossible. The mental and physical toll of not knowing where to get started can really weigh us down. But it is important for us to feel hopeful and know that we can make a difference. That is why in today’s episode, I want to share some manageable ways for you to get started to live a greener life and work towards sustainable wellbeing. Many of us feel an internal conflict when our values don’t align with our actions. With the busyness of e...2021-02-2333 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 54: Super Green: Manitoba Hydro Place Virtual TourIn today's special episode, we get a virtual tour of the super green, Manitoba Hydro Place. Devin Evenson, a professional engineer of corporate facilities at the Manitoba Hydro joins us to give us a tour of the green features of this incredible space. The 700 000 sq. ft. building was conceived in 2003 and came to life in 2009. In 2012, it received the LEED platinum certificate and was named the most energy-efficient office tower in North America. None of this would have been possible without a strong vision to make a healthy work environment for the 2,200 employees that work there. During the tour...2021-02-1647 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 53: Connecting Environment and HealthIf you have a general sense that there is a link between health and the environment, but you are not sure what it is, today’s show is just for you! In this episode, I look at the connection between the environment and health and share some fascinating findings. There is even an entire discipline, called environmental health, dedicated to exploring this relationship. You will hear about different definitions of environment and health and why these concepts need to include a range of factors. I also walk through the ways pollutants impact our health and shed light on the re...2021-02-0919 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 52: Low-Impact Living with Candice BatistaTransitioning to a low-impact lifestyle can be daunting. When you are starting out, there is so much information to get through that you can quickly feel overwhelmed. Today's guest, Candice Batiste, has sought to counter this information overload by creating her website, Eco Hub. The digital platform has a dual purpose; to provide educational materials on all things sustainable and act as a marketplace for low-impact products. Candice does not make these recommendations lightly. With more than 20 years of experience in the environmental activism space, as an environmental journalist, Candice understands the importance of true sustainability at all levels...2021-02-0245 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 51: How to Shop Sustainably OnlineMore than ever before, we are shopping online. But is this the most sustainable choice we can make? In today’s episode, I talk about a study that explored greenhouse gas emissions of three different modes of shopping; traditional brick and mortar, pure online, and click and brick, where you purchase online but from a local retailer. I go through some of the key factors that influence greenhouse emissions, including but not limited to the mode of transport, urban density, and basket size. As with all things sustainable, the best practices to incorporate into your life depend on your co...2021-01-2718 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 50: My Green Kitchen RenovationToday, you will be getting a tour of my green kitchen. No, we did not paint the walls green, we did a sustainable renovation! About 15 years ago, we embarked on a journey to overhaul our kitchen, not only to improve the aesthetics and functionality of the space but also to improve its overall sustainability. You will hear about how we established our priorities, along with how we managed to achieve a low-impact renovation and find non-toxic, locally sourced materials. I also talk about some of the fantastic energy-efficient appliances we have, like our refrigerated drawers. We are so proud...2021-01-1925 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 49: How to Find the Right Green Home Heating System for YouOver 40% of the energy used in American homes is for heating them up, impacting both our wallets and our carbon emissions. Today I unpack the best heating systems that you can use to create a greener home. Early in the episode, we discuss how inefficient home heating adds to problems ranging from air pollution to animal habitat loss. Fortunately, you have options that can suit your climate and context. Starting with the top solutions and working downwards, I explore your options, including passive and active solar heating, heat pumps, solar panels, getting electricity from more sustainable sources, burning wood...2021-01-1324 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 48: Sustainable Wellbeing Habits for the New YearThe new year always brings fresh perspectives, an opportunity for goal-setting, and a chance for us to reenvision the way we live our lives. While I am not big on resolutions, I love working towards milestones and the chance to reach greater alignment. Today, I offer five habits to help you build sustainable wellbeing into your life in 2021. Although it is hard to pin down an exact definition of sustainable wellbeing because of its intersectional nature, it is definitely worth pursuing. When we find the synergy between what is best for our personal, collective, and ecological wellbeing, we can...2021-01-0529 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 47: A Flourishing Year in ReviewWhat a year it has been! In this episode of Live.Well.Green, Tekla Cunningham interviews Kristina to reflect on all that 2020 has brought us. Tekla is a student who uses archaeology to study how people in the past responded to climate change. She is also Kristina’s niece and has been helping out behind the scenes on the podcast since the very beginning! Today, we’ll learn about Kristina’s journey getting the podcast off the ground and why she decided to share her message on this platform. It has been a fast-paced year since she left her univer...2020-12-2948 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 46: Kids Answer Big QuestionsWelcome, my flourishing friends! Since it’s the holidays, I thought it would be a great idea to involve kids in this episode! We know that the festive season usually centers around spending time with family and friends, but because of COVID, we’re not able to do much of that this year. So, what better way to bring some joy into our lives by hearing what the young ones have to say about the most important things, tapping into their wisdom, and getting a sense of how they see the world? Children often come up with brilliant ideas beca...2020-12-2229 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 45: Changing the Climate Within: Spiritual Ecology and YogaIn today’s episode, we ask: Could there be a new approach to addressing the environmental crisis? Can the concept of spiritual ecology help us develop a new perspective on problem-solving? What about using yoga as a tool to guide us on this mission? Science and technology have long been considered the only answers to the problem of climate change, but we are not seeing the results we desperately need. Many individuals and corporations are simply going about their business in the same old way, failing time and again to make the necessary changes. Could it be that at th...2020-12-1535 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 44: How to Beat the Holiday BluesIn today’s episode, we are going to talk about how to beat the holiday blues. While the Christmas season can be joyous, it can also come with sadness as we reflect on the past year and mourn the loss of loved ones. Moreover, the COVID-19 restrictions will also mean a very different experience from what we are accustomed to, and the season will not be celebrated as we normally do with friends and family. So, I have several approaches for beating those blues and finding enjoyment in the moment, however bitter-sweet it is. Whether you find joy in re...2020-12-0819 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 43: Green Gift-Giving Panel 2020For today’s episode, I have assembled a green gift-giving panel where I chat with three wonderful women about the types of sustainable and eco-friendly gifts that they like to give and receive. Whether you are looking for something small to give to the host of a party, need something more substantial for your loved one, or want to come up with something interesting to give to children of all ages, the four of us cover it all! With a bit of creativity and planning, you can give a new dimension to your gift-giving this holiday season. Not only wi...2020-12-0145 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 42: Salute the Makers 2020Do you love craft markets as much as I do? If so, you are in for a treat today! In this episode, I interview six different makers who create their products while keeping sustainability in mind. They share with us how they got into their craft and the specific ways that their work contributes to the wellbeing of the environment. Spindle + Company puts a spin on traditional yarn products and Manny Maiers uses broken cameras and other vintage equipment to make unique home decor pieces while also preventing those items from ending up in landfills. At Toss Recreations, you...2020-11-2447 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 41: How to Live Green at HomeToday on the show, we are talking about how to live green at home. I get many questions on this topic, and my Green Home Guide is by far the most downloaded resource I offer, so today I am going to break it down in more detail for you. Tuning in, you will hear how you can live greener by examining the food you eat, how you clean your home and different choices in your home. You will also learn about environmentally-friendly furniture and appliances and what you can do to keep your garden literally and figuratively green! Remember...2020-11-1724 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 40: Is Carsharing Right for You?In today’s episode, I talk about carsharing, what it is, and whether it is the right decision for you. Along with being a financial burden and stress, car ownership contributes to environmental degradation. To illustrate the benefits of carsharing and the co-operative model, we look at a case study of one such organization, Peg City Car Co-op, based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. As a member, I have already reaped countless rewards. First, I talk to Philip Mikulec, Peg City’s Operations Manager, who sheds light on the co-op model, how it differs from the for-profit structure, and some of the...2020-11-101h 00

Confident Collective10. Hunter McGrady on Finding Her Confidence, The Negatives of the Modeling Industry & Building a Brand for All Women The Episode: Hunter McGrady is a plus size model and founder of her own size inclusive clothing brand, All Worthy. She has been featured in Sport’s Illustrated and is a leader in body positivity, so needless-to-say we are totally fangirling over having her on the podcast this week! She starts the episode by sharing her confidence journey from her body struggles early in her modeling career to becoming the badass, confident queen we see on social media today. She opens up about her mental health and talks abut the tools she uses to hype herself up to...2020-11-1058 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 39: Simplify to AmplifyToday on the show, I share with listeners how they can simplify their lives to amplify the aspects that are most important to them, thereby helping them to create happier, more intentional lives. It is easy to be swept up and distracted by the issues of the present moment and what the media puts on our radar, but how about regaining control of your life and deciding which things you want to pay more attention to? If we fail to set intentions, we get pulled in every direction by what is happening in our world. When you know what...2020-11-0436 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 38: Chemicals and My Body6Today’s episode is all about synthetic or man-made chemicals, how they can affect our health, and what we should be most concerned about. Around the time of the Second World War, we saw a chemical revolution, with harmful substances being created for warfare purposes and because they were believed to solve several of mankind’s problems. Sometime after, however, the negative impacts started manifesting in the health of people and the environment, and we became aware that perhaps these chemicals do far more harm than good. I talk about the principles for determining the toxicity of a chemical, how...2020-10-2721 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 37: Sustainable FashionToday we are going to talk about sustainable fashion. This might sound like an oxymoron if you’re familiar with the enormous environmental and social impacts of the fashion industry. In this episode, I discuss the issues with fast fashion and some of the solutions to the problem. Textile manufacturing requires high volumes of water consumption, and oils, chemicals, and other harmful substances are used to produce cheap clothing. Moreover, we know that the working conditions in these factories are often hazardous and workers are frequently underpaid and overworked, which puts a social burden on this population and their fa...2020-10-2026 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 36: How Meal Planning Changed My LifeToday I am excited to share with you how meal planning changed my life for the better. Not only does it remove the burden of having to figure out what to cook every day, but it also reduces food waste at home and lowers your food bill significantly! In this episode, I talk about the issue of food waste and how it negatively impacts the environment. I will share the products, energy, and resources that are wasted when food is discarded at any level of the supply chain. I provide plenty of helpful tips for reducing food waste at...2020-10-1329 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 35: Live Well and Live Green at Any AgeIn the podcast today, we are going to talk about living well and living green at any age! With my birthday approaching and the weather changing, I have been thinking about how we think differently in different seasons of our lives. So, today I will talk about living well and living green at various ages, from our twenties right through to our nineties and beyond. When we are young, we can think about using our concern for social justice issues to make the world a better place, and think about choosing a career based on the positive impact it...2020-10-0638 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 34: Organic Gardening 101 with Dave HansonToday on Live. Well. Green., we talk all about organic gardening, starting with the basics such as what organic gardening is, why we should be interested in it, and how we can get started. But since I am not an expert in this area, I have invited Dave Hanson from Sage Garden Greenhouses to share his expertise around all things organic! We talk about how organic gardening differs from conventional gardening, why it is more beneficial, fun, and productive in the long-run, and he talks about how the organic philosophy impacts every facet of life and makes us more...2020-09-2940 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 33: The Low Plastic LifeIn this episode, we are in search of the low plastic life. There are numerous environmental issues associated with plastic, so today I give you some simple ways to reduce plastic in your day-to-day lives and make suggestions for innovative products that can be used instead. Plastic takes years to break down, and, once it does, small pieces of microplastics are released into the environment, causing them to be easily ingested by humans and animals. We know that our sea creatures are getting tangled in plastics and are dying because of these materials getting stuck in their intestines. The...2020-09-2227 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 32: Green Home CleaningToday on the Live. Well. Green podcast, we talk about green home cleaning – a relevant topic in the context of the coronavirus. There are, however, many problems with the cleaning supplies we commonly use, since it can be harmful to humans and the environment. Clearly, we need to come up with solutions that work, and in this episode, I share some of my suggestions for making better choices in this regard. The question is, how do we keep our homes clean and healthy, both from the coronavirus as well as regular household dirt while not introducing more harmful products in...2020-09-1525 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 31: BiophiliaWhen we think about protecting the environment, it is about more than just saving the trees and keeping the air and water clean; it is also about preserving our essence as human beings. We are born in and from nature and we are biologically wired to seek connection to nature and all living things. It is, therefore, in our best interest to look after our planet and all living things and to foster this love of nature in the generations to come. Today on the podcast, we are going to explore the concept of Biophilia, uncovering what it means...2020-09-0826 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 30: Unraveling Complementary MedicineIn today’s episode, we are going to unravel the mystery of complementary medicine. It can be tricky to know which treatments are safe and what the best course of action for our health is. I will walk you through the things you need to think about before experimenting with different treatment options. Unlike alternative medicine, which is used as a substitute for conventional medicine, complementary medicine is used in addition to conventional treatment. Used with treatments prescribed by your physician, complementary medicine can help relieve some physical and mental symptoms associated with illness. However, complementary treatments are often po...2020-09-0137 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 29: What is Sustainable Wellbeing?In today’s episode, we are going to answer the question: What is sustainable wellbeing? When we think about the word sustainable, the Merriam Webster Dictionary defines it as, “a method of harvesting or using a resource so that the resource is not depleted or permanently damaged.” In the context of environmental sustainability, as taken from the Brundtland Commission Report in 1987, sustainability means, “meeting our own needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” Now, we all have likely learned ways in which we can be more sustainable in our daily lives, like composting, riding a b...2020-08-2526 min

Nordic Future Makers - digital marketing, media, tech and innovationVOI Scooters - Kristina Hunter Nilsson, VP Communications (in English)The Swedish e-scooter company VOI (https://www.voiscooters.com/) started in Stockholm and has since spread to cities and countries all over Europe. The bright, coral-coloured VOI scooters will soon be seen on streets in the UK too. In this episode of the Nordic Future Makers podcast I am joined by Kristina Hunter Nilsson, VP Communications at VOI Technology, to discuss micro mobility and VOI electric scooters. Kristina tells me all about the 'cities for living' vision for VOI, she tells me about the process for getting VOI onto the streets of a particularly city and she talks about...2020-08-2023 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 28: How to Get Active in Nature in Under An HourToday I talk about something I know you are interested in – getting more active in nature. Listeners filled out an online survey and many indicated that they wanted to be out in nature more often, and, while they were at it, get some good exercise too. This is one of the first episodes in response to listeners’ requests, and today, I give you four tips for getting physical in nature in under an hour. We tend to think of being in nature as something we do that is ‘out there’. When we hike, ski, camp, or go to the beach, w...2020-08-1824 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 27: Endocrine Disruptors in Everyday ProductsIn this episode of Live. Well. Green, we talk about endocrine disruptors. We will explore what they are, how these chemicals affect our bodies, and how we can avoid them. As you will hear, endocrine disruptors are found in our everyday products, from cosmetics and detergents to pesticides and plastic containers, and are linked to all kinds of health problems, including hormone-related cancers such as breast, prostate, testicular, and thyroid cancers. In a study done on mice by Frederick vom Saal, it was discovered that even the most minor of hormonal shifts can have important repercussions on fetal development...2020-08-1133 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 26: Top 10 Green Building Technologies for Your HomeBuilding green does not have to involve expensive or time-consuming technologies; you can implement many effective mechanisms through clever design and doing a bit of research before building a structure. In this way, we can all become producers, not just consumers, of energy. Today, we are going to look at my top 10 picks for the best green building technologies for your home We will consider low and high-tech products, and even look at ancient technology. I will also unpack the reasons why each of them deserves a place on the list. Since I have taught courses on green building...2020-08-0439 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 25: Just Ask These 4 QuestionsToday I talk to listeners about the best course of action to take care of ourselves and steward our planet, including the choices we make with our money, the food we eat, and the way we impact our communities. This can seem like an overwhelming task, especially because information can be confusing or conflicting, but today I want to give you some guidance on making choices that you can be confident about. Based on my experience in sustainability and working with governments and corporations, I have formulated a solution in the form of four key questions to ask yourself...2020-07-2831 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 24: The Science of HappinessIn this episode, we look at the science of happiness. While most of us are interested in happiness and pursue it at least to some degree, we lack the scientific understanding of how it works. Today I discuss the issues of happiness and why it matters to us so much and explore the discipline of positive psychology and its contributions to the science of happiness. I also highlight some examples of building happiness in our lives from an evidence-based perspective. Joining in, listeners will learn about the factors that are strongly tied to happiness, how a deep sense of c...2020-07-2138 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 23: Slower and Bolder with Carl HonoréToday we discuss living well by being slower and bolder, and joining us to share his experience and expertise on the subject is Mr. Carl Honoré. Carl is a two-time TED speaker, a bestselling author with books in 35 languages, and an authoritative voice in the slow movement. In this conversation, we get into how the COVID-19 pandemic has brought us an opportunity to slow down and perhaps even pivot into what matters most to us both personally and as societies. Living slower and approaching life with boldness means living life on your terms and having the courage to create, l...2020-07-1443 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 22: Measuring SuccessIs there a way for us to know whether we are living in an ecologically considerate way and are satisfied and living well? In this episode, we are going to talk about measuring success. We know there are no numbers to tell us whether we are living sustainably and happily, but there are certain things we can assess to help us establish a benchmark and a starting point. The aspects of our lives that are measurable can be used to direct our decision-making, and in that way, guide us toward greater environmental awareness and overall higher quality of life...2020-07-0734 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 21: 7 Lessons I Learned from My DogsToday’s episode is all about the lessons I have learned from my dogs and the dogs that I’ve loved. Many people have beautiful, close relationships with their animals, and if you are one of these people and have spent time observing and interacting with them, you will know that they are wonderful creatures with a lot of wisdom that we are not necessarily privy to. I am sure that the lessons I share today are not unique to me and many of you will be able to relate to my experiences. Among other things, my dogs have taug...2020-06-3025 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 20: Smart Low-Cost Ways to Green Your HomeHello, my flourishing friends! In today’s episode, I discuss several clever, inexpensive ways that you can make your home greener, including being mindful of your energy and water use as well as being selective when it comes to your cleaning and purchasing habits. It’s all about creating a lifestyle that makes sense for both you and the environment, and one that ultimately helps to preserve our planet. In this episode, I give you actionable tips for creating a green lifestyle at home for no or little cost, including being smart about your heating and cooling, leveraging your exis...2020-06-2330 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 19: Wellness and Making the Right ChoicesGetting the right information and making the best choices for your wellness can be incredibly overwhelming due to the sea of information. In addition, we each have our own beliefs, values, and live with social norms, and these also impact our perspective on wellness and our decision-making around it. In this episode, I’m going to give you practical guidelines for navigating sources of information and show you the difference between scientific and anecdotal evidence. By virtue of the scientific method, we can make observations, formulate a hypothesis, and test our hypothesis to gain much more accurate information, thereby he...2020-06-1638 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 18: Does Everything Cause Cancer?Today on the podcast, I’m tackling a big question: does everything cause cancer? In exploring this issue, I am going to break it down into three sub-questions: What is cancer? What causes cancer? And what can we do to prevent cancer? We hear about cancer-causing phenomena almost every day and it can leave us feeling powerless and overwhelmed. We know that the prevalence of cancer is extremely high, which makes it seem even scarier. Joining in the conversation, listeners will learn what cancer is, how it manifests in our bodies and the processes that ultimately lead to the di...2020-06-0932 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 17: Naturalizing Your Yard or BalconyDo you live in an urban area but love the idea of creating natural habitat to support native and migrating species? Or do you simply wish to see more birds and butterflies or want to do your part for conservation? Whatever your motivation, creating a naturalized yard or balcony has a myriad of advantages—not only for the plants and animals but also for you! Today on the podcast, I share everything you need to know about naturalizing your direct outdoor environment for the benefit of all life. I discuss the three principles of how to naturalize your yard or...2020-06-0232 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 16: Why Recycle?Have you ever heard someone say that they don’t recycle because it doesn’t make a difference or that the material doesn’t get recycled anyway? Have you wondered whether it is really worth the hassle? In this episode, I explore the seven biggest myths about the recycling industry and why the practice matters. I talk specifically about household recycling—paper, plastic, metal, and glass. Today’s episode covers the familiar blue bins that are used in homes, offices, on the street, and in other public spaces. I talk about the complexity of the recycling industry, how we know that...2020-05-2633 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 15: Air Quality and Health Part 2: Indoor AirToday’s episode is the second in a two-part mini-series on air quality and health, and today we are going to look at indoor air. We spend so much time in our homes and other buildings and therefore we have to be aware of the indoor pollutants that can have serious implications for our health. Not only will I uncover where these harmful pollutants come from but also what we can do about them, highlighting those small actions we can take to improve the air quality of our indoor environments. You might be surprised to learn just how much yo...2020-05-1937 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 14: Air Quality and Health Part 1: Outdoor AirNine percent of all deaths around the globe are attributed to poor air quality. In today’s episode, I unpack this disturbing statistic, discussing the relationship between air quality and human health. This is the first half of a two-part miniseries on this topic, starting with outdoor air quality. I explain what exactly is meant by the term “air quality”, how it is measured, and the gasses and particles that adversely affect human health. Air pollution is not only harmful to the environment but it also threatens our physical health and overall wellbeing. In addition to a host of respir...2020-05-1242 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 13: Learning from the LandThe Hudson Bay area of Northeastern Canada is rich with natural and cultural heritage, home to Indigenous people, polar bears, historical sites and grand geological events. In today’s episode, I bring you snapshots of experiences of learning from the land and the people in and around Churchill, Manitoba, also known as “The polar bear capital of the world”. Listen in on the fascinating journeys of discovery, awe, and mourning for a wild and beautiful but threatened landscape. I will bring you into the remote research station, Nester One in Canada’s Wapusk National Park, where we observe polar bears, f...2020-05-0546 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 12: Why Cooking Dinner is An Act of SustainabilityHave you ever thought about how your cooking practices impact the environment? I bet not many of you have considered this, but in today’s episode, I will show you how cooking your dinner at home is, in fact, an act of sustainability. There is no doubt that eating at a restaurant or getting takeout is great, but unfortunately, there are several environmental issues associated with those institutions, including the carbon emissions of picking up and delivering these meals and the damage caused by the packaging they come in, which often consists of styrofoam or plastic. The heavy burden th...2020-04-2822 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 11: Exploring the Concept of Cradle to CradleIn this episode of Live. Well. Green., we explore the concept of Cradle to Cradle, which is a great solution for preserving the finite planet we live on. The two remarkable sustainability thinkers who popularized this idea are Michael Braungart and William McDonough, through their book of the same title, which was published in 2002. You will learn how we can apply their principles to various industries, developments, and to the economy as a whole; how it relates to lifecycle assessment; and to the bigger picture circular economy concepts of upsizing. Considering that nature produces no waste, it should be...2020-04-2129 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 10: Ten Ways to Show You Love the PlanetToday I will be sharing with you ten ways you can live greener for the planet. Since you are listening to this podcast, I know that you are interested in sustainable wellbeing and green living, and that’s why I’m giving you ten practical tips to living a more environmentally friendly, happy, and healthy life. What is good for us as human beings is also good for the planet, so we need to understand that we are integrally part of nature and nature is part of us. We can start living lighter in our homes by reusin...2020-04-1430 min

Live. Well. Green.Episode 09: The Many Benefits to Walkable CitiesThere is something special about exploring new places and getting around on foot. In this episode, I talk all about walkable cities: the many physical, mental and social benefits of this form of outdoor exercise, and how we can create more walkable cities and communities. Not only are there a host of benefits at the individual level, but communities with a walking and cycling culture have reduced air pollution, fewer traffic accidents and fatalities, are more punctual, and generally report being happier and healthier. For us to incorporate walking into our daily schedules most sustainably, we need to make...2020-04-0729 min