Forces for Nature
Crystal DiMiceli
Do you care about environmental issues but feel overwhelmed by all the information out there? Forces for Nature is here to help. We provide a clear, accessible overview of the challenges our planet is facing and, more importantly, focus on solutions. Instead of dwelling on the doom and gloom that fills the news and social media, we answer the question, “What can I do about it?” With Forces for Nature, you’ll find practical steps and inspiring stories that empower you to make a difference so that you, too, can become a force for nature.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Forces for Nature episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Forces for Nature for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Forces for Nature episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
Ep14: Preventing a Poaching Pandemic with Anna Rathmann
Forces for Nature
07/14/20 • 21 min
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The effects of Covid19 have been far-reaching and unexpected. With the sudden stop of international tourism to Africa, vast wilderness areas that would normally have a reliable presence of tourists and workers, have been left vacant. This vacancy, and its negative economic consequences, have left these areas vulnerable to wildlife crime. There are fears that poaching will become a pandemic of its own. Today's guest, Anna Rathmann, is the Director of the Great Plains Foundation and talks to us about their new endeavor, Project Ranger. Through it, they are helping to fund front-line conservation personnel who are protecting these important and fragile ecosystems.
Want to know how YOU can help wildlife in Africa? Check out this week's show notes at www.forcesfornature.com!
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49. How to Have an Eco-Friendly Holiday Season with Crystal DiMiceli
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11/06/22 • 18 min
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With everything going on during this time of the year, you may not want to be bothered with trying to change your holiday habits to be more eco-friendly. However, I have a few suggestions on what you can do WITHOUT adding to your to-do list! With these tweaks, you can end the year on a sustainable note!
Highlights
- Thanksgiving
- Black Friday
- Christmas
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Ep7: Changing the Narrative to Hope with Dr. Nancy Knowlton
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04/21/20 • 31 min
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So often it can feel like all you hear are the negative things that are going on with the environment. The danger in that, though, is that you can overwhelm the listener, make them want to tune out and, worse, feel like there is nothing that they can do. I mean, why try to make eco-friendly choices when you feel like it won't make a difference, right? Dr. Nancy Knowlton, a world-renowned marine biologist, saw how she, herself, was guilty of only talking about the bad and saw how it affected those that heard it. She decided to try a new approach where success stories were highlighted and the response she and her colleagues have received has gone viral. #OceanOptimism, and all that has come from it, is helping to push conservation narratives to be more focused on what is working with the aim of inspiring hope and encouraging action. On this eve of the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, let's celebrate what we've accomplished and look ahead on what we can replicate and scale up for a better tomorrow.
Want to know what YOU can do to promote earth optimism? Check out this week's show notes at forcesfornature.com
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Want a free guide to help you become a force for nature? Get it HERE!
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Hit me up on Instagram and Facebook and let me know what actions you have been taking. Adopting just one habit can be a game-changer because imagine if a billion people also adopted that!
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12/21/22 • 21 min
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Did you know that we send about 40-50% of our food scraps and organic material, like fallen leaves, to landfills? Landfills don't allow for proper decomposition so those materials end up releasing harmful methane into the atmosphere as they break down. To avoid this much waste, we can compost instead! Michele and Java Bradley, the founders of Java's Compost, help individuals make composting an easy addition to their recycling routine and they give us some insights as to how!
If it surprises you to learn that your banana can transform into rich soil, this episode is for you!
Highlights
- Dos and Don'ts of starting to compost.
- Will it be smelly, gross, and full of bugs?
- Why are not all things that are labeled compostable actually so?
What YOU Can DO
- See if your municipality has a food scrap pick-up program.
- Or maybe a drop-off program (ask local nurseries or farms too because they would then use the dirt)
- Learn to compost at home! Start here.
- Get your community, school, or local farm to compost with this resource.
- Look for the BPI Certification label to know if items labeled compostable truly are readily compostable.
Resources
Want a free guide to help you become a force for nature? Get it HERE!
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and review it! This helps to boost its visibility.
Hit me up on Instagram and Facebook and let me know what actions you have been taking. Adopting just one habit can be a game-changer because imagine if a billion people also adopted that!
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05/07/24 • 54 min
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Conserving land doesn't have to be all or nothing. We don't have to choose between setting aside whole tracks of forests to protect them or cutting them all down for economic development. Laurie Wayburn, the co-founder and president of Pacific Forest Trust, has found a middle ground. Since 1993, Pacific Forest Trust has transformed over 350,000 acres of privately owned forests in California and Oregon into carbon-sequestering and climate-fighting assets. Through the use of conservation easements, she works with landowners to find the best ways for them to keep the ecosystem intact, yet, still gain economic benefit from what they own. With nearly 60% of U.S. forests under private ownership, this "middle ground" could be key in protecting our natural treasures.
Highlights
- How hass her international experience with conservation influenced her work today?
- How can conservation and economic development go hand in hand?
- How can we avoid the terrible wildlife seasons we have been seeing?
What YOU Can Do
- Plant native trees, bushes, and plants within your community as part of your parks and natural areas or as borders around play fields, etc. This can be very powerful in supporting the ecosystem.
- Urge whether it's your city council, your county, the commissioners and supervisors, your state legislature, your federal, representatives, etc to support forest conservation as a critical climate change policy, and that means putting some real money behind it and really guiding how that forest conservation is done for the future.
- Provide financial support to Pacific Forest Trust so they can do the work that you want to have done.
Resources
Want a free guide to help you become a force for nature? Get it HERE!
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and review it! This helps to boost its visibility.
Hit me up on Instagram and Facebook and let me know what actions you have been taking. Adopting just one habit can be a game-changer because imagine if a billion people also adopted that!
What difference for the world are you going to make today?
Turning Challenges into Opportunities with Eleanor LeCain, Ep. 84
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10/16/24 • 31 min
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This is another episode of the Forces for Nature, EarthX Conference series!
Eleanor LeCain is the visionary behind the Solutions Summit, a groundbreaking event on Capital Hill that brings together bold thinkers and decision-makers to tackle some of today’s biggest challenges such as climate change, democracy, economic security, and health.
During our conversation, Eleanor shares insights on how the Solutions Summit connects those with the best ideas—“solutionaries”—with the leaders who have the power to implement them. We dive into her focus on climate solutions and how she views the transition to a green economy not as a burden, but as a massive opportunity for job creation, innovation, and business growth.
Highlights
- How the Solutions Summit bridges the gap between innovators and decision-makers.
- Why climate change is the biggest economic and business opportunity of the 21st century.
- Practical steps individuals can take to reduce their carbon footprint and support a green transition.
Resources
- Solutions Summit Recordings: Watch all four sessions on climate, democracy, economic security, and health on Eleanor’s YouTube channel.
- Read Eleanor's Book, "Breakthrough Solutions" (with an introduction by the Dalai Lama).
- Rewiring America: Find out more about the incentives provided by the Inflation Reduction Act for making your home and life more energy-efficient.
- Eleanor's website.
- The following is a list of sites where you can sign up to receive email petitions about all sorts of issues:
- Get Early Bird Tickets to the EarthX Congress of Conferences in April 2025!
What YOU Can Do
- Shift to Clean Energy
- Use public transportation, bike, or walk whenever possible. If you drive, switch to an electric or hybrid vehicle.
- Use Energy-Efficient Appliances like refrigerators and light bulbs.
- Support candidates who back policies that promote renewable energy and green job creation.
- Embrace a mindset of opportunity rather than crisis. View the shift to sustainability as a chance for innovation, job creation, and economic growth.
Want a free guide to help you become a force for nature? Get it HERE!
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and review it! This helps to boost its visibility.
Hit me up on Instagram and Facebook and let me know what actions you have been taking. Adopting just one habit can be a game-changer because imagine if a billion people also adopted that!
What difference for the world are you going to make today?
Reimagining Social and Climate Justice with Theo E.J. Wilson, Ep. 83
Forces for Nature
10/01/24 • 26 min
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This is another episode of the Forces for Nature, EarthX Conference series!
Theo E.J. Wilson is a TEDx speaker, social activist, and leader in fostering dialogue across cultural and ideological divides. While Theo may not come from a traditional environmental background, his work on social justice, understanding others' perspectives, and the interconnectedness of humanity makes him an ideal person to explore the link between social and climate justice. Theo shares his journey, the connections he sees between pollution, racism, and how we treat the planet, as well as the critical need for holistic thinking in solving these global issues.
One of the most moving moments? Theo’s beautiful spoken word poem, "I Am Humanity," which will leave you contemplating your role in shaping the future of our planet and our society. This is a can't-miss.
Highlights
- The importance of holistic thinking in solving the climate crisis.
- How understanding others' perspectives, even those who oppose you, can lead to meaningful dialogue and change.
- Again, the reading of his poem, I am Humanity.
Resources
- EarthX Leadership Circle: A platform fostering collaboration across ideological lines to work together on climate solutions.
- Get Early Bird Tickets to the EarthX Congress of Conferences in April 2025!
- TEDx Talk by Theo E.J. Wilson: His viral speech on his undercover experience in a white supremacist online community.
What YOU Can Do
- Buy from Ethical Companies: Support brands that prioritize sustainability and social responsibility.
- Spread Positive News: Use your social media to spotlight companies and individuals making positive strides toward environmental justice.
- Get Involved Locally: Engage with groups in your community working on environmental and social justice initiatives.
Want a free guide to help you become a force for nature? Get it HERE!
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and review it! This helps to boost its visibility.
Hit me up on Instagram and Facebook and let me know what actions you have been taking. Adopting just one habit can be a game-changer because imagine if a billion people also adopted that!
What difference for the world are you going to make today?
50. How To Be More Sustainable-ish With Jen Gale
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11/24/22 • 35 min
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Jen Gale is the founder of Sustainable(ish), a podcast and blog that have grown into a myriad of resources meant to help individuals find support and ideas in their efforts of becoming more eco-friendly. She's all about embracing the "-ish" in our actions. We all have different circumstances and, within those, she helps you to aim for progress and not the unattainable perfection. If you ever thought your contribution to saving the planet was insignificant, Jen will surely change your mind.
Highlights
- Compared to the systems change that's needed, how much can our individual actions really move the needle (you'll be surprised!)?
- Tips on how to change a habit.
- How can you get your family or housemates on board with changes that you would like to make?
What YOU Can Do
Oh goodness, this episode is full of golden nuggets! Here are some big-impact ones:
- You would be surprised at just how responsive local politicians can be if they heard from their constituents. Write to them or call!
- Break down your sustainability goals into the smallest steps so that the big goal isn't so intimidating.
- Lower your consumption. A trick to avoiding impulse buying is by placing the item in your cart and waiting 3+ days before going to buy it. Often, it's that pause that makes us realize that we don't really need it.
- Talk about sustainability, your eco-concerns, or your goals. This helps to normalize it in society.
Resources
- Sustainable(ish) Podcast
- The Sustainable(ish) Clubhouse
- Carbon Literacy Class
- Book: The Sustainable(ish) Living Guide
- Book: The Sustainable(ish) Guide to Green Parenting
Want a free guide to help you become a force for nature? Get it HERE!
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and review it! This helps to boost its visibility.
Hit me up on Instagram and Facebook and let me know what actions you have been taking. Adopting just one habit can be a game-changer because imagine if a billion people also adopted that!
What difference for the world are you going to make today?
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FAQ
How many episodes does Forces for Nature have?
Forces for Nature currently has 89 episodes available.
What topics does Forces for Nature cover?
The podcast is about Animals, Conservation, Society & Culture, Environment, Climate Change, Nature, Wildlife, Podcasts, Good News, Science, Positive, Inspiring and Sustainability.
What is the most popular episode on Forces for Nature?
The episode title 'Ep14: Preventing a Poaching Pandemic with Anna Rathmann' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Forces for Nature?
The average episode length on Forces for Nature is 30 minutes.
How often are episodes of Forces for Nature released?
Episodes of Forces for Nature are typically released every 15 days, 1 hour.
When was the first episode of Forces for Nature?
The first episode of Forces for Nature was released on Feb 12, 2020.
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