Using Your Talents with Linda Beers

04/23/19 • 28 min

In this episode we talk to violinist Linda Beers. Linda grew up with a love of nature and music. She now uses her music to bring awareness to important environmental issues. She recently composed a violin piece called "Silent Spring" and then worked with a professional animator and voice actor to create an animated short. Learn more about her work at LindaBeers.com. We also hear a story from storyteller, Sheila Arnold. To learn more about environmental issues, visit https://PlanetEandMe.com.

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