“Celebrating the Organic Harvest”
Had your fill of tomatoes, potatoes and squash this fall? Ronnie Cummins, founder of Organic Consumer’s Association talks about celebrating our fresh food harvest. Bob Knaub from Organica helps sort out what to plant in the fall and how to tend our lawn for the best springtime results. Then Cloud Cult band member, Craig Minowa speaks of his earthy musical passions.
“Growing Up Green – A Non-Toxic Baby”
A baby nursery should be a place of safety, comfort and nurturing so the new arrival can be as healthy and happy as possible. Kim and her guests explore the world of natural nurseries and discuss everything from wool mattresses to all natural baby toys. In our “Learnin’ The Green Life” segment they talk with Sarah about her summer vacation – eco-tourism.
“Greening the Workplace”
How is the air quality in your office? Have you ever considered making your workplace green? The average American spends 80% of their time indoors and about half of that at work. Tune in as Kim and her guests explore the how to make your very own non-toxic work environment. Also learn how to lower your operational costs with all the added benefits that come from being an “environmentally responsible” workplace. Joining the discussion are Paul Novack, founder of Eco, and Nicholas Lamm, co-ordinator of the Green Workplace Program at the Environmental Youth Alliance.
“College Bound – Campus Ecology”
One of the largest green movements that you’ve never heard of – the greening of college campuses. Kim’s guests, Julian Keniry and Elise Braatan, discuss how the newest generation of college kids is rebelling with green, why campus ecology is catching fire, and what impact this will have on our future.
“Back to School with The Green Schools Initiative”
Does your child have a perpetual runny nose when they’re back in school? Are they getting a good green education? Kim talks with the experts about back to school subjects ranging from indoor air quality to eco-education. Find out how the best schools in the nation are preparing children with a healthier and earthy-friendly education.
"Your Good Green Money”
Can your money make a difference in the world? How can you align your values with your investments for retirement? Kim welcomes Jan Holman and Brad Smegal of Wachovia Securities to discuss the importance of aligning values and finances - an approach that is becoming more and more popular as baby boomers age.
“Green Transit – What's New?”
The # 1 thing that we can do to preserve life on this planet is choose cleaner and greener transportation. Kim talks with the experts about gas car sharing, vegetable oil autos and other new possibilities for getting from here to there without costing you an arm and a leg. Sarah and Kim also explore the most basic of summer meals dogs and burgers – can they be green?!?! Joining the discussion are Jim Motavalli, Editor of E-Magazine, and Dave Brook of Carsharing Portland.
“Green Transit – What's New?”
The # 1 thing that we can do to preserve life on this planet is choose cleaner and greener transportation. Kim talks with the experts about gas car sharing, vegetable oil autos and other new possibilities for getting from here to there without costing you an arm and a leg. Sarah and Kim also explore the most basic of summer meals dogs and burgers – can they be green?!?! Joining the discussion are Jim Motavalli, Editor of E-Magazine, and Dave Brook of Carsharing Portland.
Good Green Kids Stuff
Kids are greener than parents these days. Get tips from the expert how to inspire your little tike to even greater greenness and health. Annie’s Homegrown talk about organic eats and Bill Allen, Director of Forever Young Treehouses, helps reconnect us to our inner-child.
Organic Container Gardening
Whether you’re a city dweller, suburban homeowner with a small yard or renter Kim’s expert guests give us the skinny on organic gardening in small spaces. Vegetables or flowers - learn the tricks to a lush and vibrant healthy garden. Joining Kim are Bob Knaub from Organica to talk about getting started with an organic garden; Charlie Nardozzi, Chief Organic Gardener with Hilton Garden Inn, to tell us how to compost; and Evelyn Haddad from LessLawn.com to talk about artful landscape garden.
Green Summer Recreation – Golf, Hiking and Biking
Summer is the season for outdoor recreation. This year make it green with organic golf courses and earth-friendly gear no matter what type of human powered sport. Before you go out into that summer sun learn about sun-proof clothing and why everyone needs it. Joining Kim for this discussion are Andrew Walkley, Professional Golfer and spokesperson for the Kabi Organic Golf course; and John Barrow, Coolibar President.
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Can we create an earth-friendly 4th of July? Anne Lappe and Bryant Terry, authors of “Grub: Ideas for the Urban Organic Kitchen” help us with picnic and green party ideas. Bonnie Daha, cofounder of earth-friendly and stylish green home goods company, VivaTerra, wows us with table settings and ideas to make the 4th more earthy.
Relax and Rejuvenate Your Body and Soul - Eco-Spas
What is an eco-spa? Where can I find one? The spa experts, Lynne Walker McNees, International Spa Association President; Jeff Mahan, Kessler Spas Connection General Manager; and Sue Herrick, Daintree Ecolodge & Spa in Australia, clue us in on the trend of conventional spas making green changes and new eco-friendly spas pop up all over the world - why's it happening and who is going. Also find out what to look for in an eco-spa and what benefits you might derive from the experience.
“The Blue Planetini – Organic and Biodynamic Libations”
Organic cocktails – is that an oxymoron? Yes, your next party can include cocktails, wine and beer that have that green tinge. Joe McCanta, head mixologist at “Counter” in NYC gives us straight talk on responsible and earth-friendly libations. Heather Stephenson, co-founder of IdealBite.com explains the wonders of organic and biodynamic wines, bubbly and beer.
"Yard Care The Non-Toxic Way"
There really is an option between throwing harsh chemicals on your lawn and letting the dandelions and pests take over - many consumers don't believe this. Tune in as the experts tell us why this is important for the health of your family and the planet. They also explore the dirt on how to plant and maintain a non-toxic backyard. Joining Kim for this discussion are Bob Knaub of Organica; Eric Motavalli, editor of E Magazine; and Eric Vinji, Owner and operator of Planet Natural.
"Green Nuptials"
Is someone in your family getting married? Have you been searching for that perfect wedding concept? Here comes the bride all dressed in … green?!?!? The average American wedding for 125 people has a price tag of $19,000, which is out of range for many. Tune in as Kim and her guests explore the how to cut costs and create a stylish event by making some simple environmentally responsible choices during your wedding planning. A Green wedding can be anything that you want it to be; with as much or as little eco-friendliness as you can muster. Joining the discussion are Amy Vanclef, wedding planner and founder of Simply Organic Weddings, and Matt White, Founder of GreenKarat.com, an ecologically responsible online jeweler.
"Play Dirty and Green – Kids and Mother Earth"
Why are our children so disconnected from the outdoors? Kim’s guests, Martha Farell Erickson and Marcie Oltman, discuss how our youngest generation has become so disconnected from the biggest mother of them all – Mother Nature. Why playing dirty is critical to childhood development. And we give loads of tips and tricks to get kids back into healthy earthly play.
"Polar Explorer, Wil Steger - Eye Witness To Global Warming"
Kim welcomes polar explorer, Wil Steger, for stories documenting his first-hand observations of dramatic changes at the Arctic and in Antarctica where the effects of global warming are most apparent. Kim also gets to the nitty-gritty of solving the problem with practical solutions that fit our every day lives.
"Green and Clean For Spring – Earth-Friendly Cleaning"
Could cleaning your house make you sick? Kim welcomes Julia Brody, Executive Director of The Silent Spring Institute, a non-profit scientific research organization dedicated to identifying the links between the environment and women's health, especially breast cancer. Kim also talks with an earth-friendly home cleaning service to give tips for less toxic cleaning.
"Green Getting Around – Driving Change"
Forget about agonizing over the question, “paper or plastic, ma’am”. The # 1 thing that we can do to preserve life on this planet is choose cleaner and greener transportation. Kim talks with the experts, Rolf Nordstrom, Upper Midwest Hydrogen Initiative and Mitch Roefsky, President of Better World Club about gas mileage, emissions and the new cars that we will be driving in the next few years. She also explores the nuts and bolts of what you can do right now to save money and fuel with your current set of wheels.
