Holistic Nature of Us

Description: Sara Daves shares a heartwrenching yet incredible story that demonstrates how unexpected life events shape us. Together we talk about how we can learn, grow, thrive, and become more through seemingly …

I am excited to share with you a summary of the many organizations reflected in many of these podcast interviews. Dedicated folks, a part of …

My guests for this podcast series come from many locations and offer so many resources. I hope you enjoyed Part 1 which summarized 10 books mostly in …

Reading opens doors not only to our imagination but prods our inner worlds. We travel to unfamiliar landscapes. We explore new ideas, creative …

Ayana Young is deeply concerned about environmental issues, including social justice, ecology, and land-based restoration. She has been the force …

I invited Ajamu Ayinde back to chat with him about what he is seeing in his clients at this time and what tips he can offer us. Mental health, and mental stamina are needed as we all support and help each other today. …

My guest this week, Nate Liebenberg, co-founder of idiveblue.com, is passionate about bringing awareness to the problem we have created with …

Ayana Young is deeply concerned about environmental issues including social justice, ecology, and land-based restoration. She has been the force …

What food sources can you place in the landscape? Observation is the key to the best results. Bettylou gives us many practical tips for adding …

Dr. Seneff has devoted over 12 years to understand what has been skyrocketing autism rates in the US and around the world. When COVID-19 pandemic began she considered whether glyphosate (the active ingredient in …

Michael Judd is the author of Edible Landscaping with a Permaculture Twist: How to have a yard and eat it too? Join us for an engaging and practical …

Dr. Jean Shinoda Bolen world-renown author, speaker. Dr. Bolen, a psychiatrist, a Jungian analyst known for her contributions to our understanding of …

Brother Mark's message is timely. Through the stories of St Francis of Assisi and St Clare, he engages us in a timeless message that our world is …

Gail Reynolds, coordinator for the University of Connecticut's Composting Program, returns to share her tips and insights on what creates good …

Join us for an engaging discussion through the science and art of sound as a healing modality.

Join us for an engaging discussion. Lana shares her story, how the subconscious mind works and why using our intuitive capabilities to choose our foods works. Happy eating.

Join us for a fascinating journey into bogs where Gail highlights some plants useful in the wet areas on your property. At the very least, Gail opens …

No one likes the doom and gloom yet we are facing some very serious ecological issues. Nature has solutions and if we pay attention today, improve …

Agneta Borstein, a professional astrologer, talks about astrology as a science and a language. What do the planets and signs say to us this year?  …

Susan Hoffman-Fishman, artist and writer was deeply moved by the Fukushima, Japan nuclear accident. She and art partner Elena Kalman have partnered up to create hands-on art dedicated to raising awareness about our …

So many of us are concerned about the declining monarch populations. Montreal Canada Insectarium has a 3-year program, Mission Monarch, part of an …

Technology surrounds us. We place our phones near our computers while we watch big screen TVs. My guest this week, Sara Banta, returns with more …

Can plants help us with our physical therapy? Do plants clean air, add moisture, and lift the mood? Meet Jeff, the plant guy, who offers therapeutic …

Planting trees is one of the main focuses for the Arbor Day Foundation. Today's guest, Woodrow Nelson, tree lover, and planter, talks about the Arbor Day Foundation's initiative to plant 100,000,000 trees by 2020.

Sara Banta relates her story of family illnesses and her journey to bring foundational health back to her family. Through nutrition studies, understanding complementary medicine she helped each one find health.

Dr. Pasternak talks about spring allergens, our body's response and how naturopathic/integrative medicine work together to achieve an approach that supports our body's natural intelligence.

Plant-based eating that minimizes processed foods, meats and increases organic, purchases for fruits, veggies, legumes, and grains make a difference. Join us for an enlightening discussion where Kathleen shares her …

Join Chris Salem and me for an engaging and inspiring discussion on how looking at our limiting beliefs, how getting to the root cause of our …

She describes how urban families often struggle with the care of young infants and children. Housing insecure, food insecure, and job insecure …

Energy Medicine is another spoke on the wheel of health and healing. Several modalities like color and sound are medicines of the near future. Dr. …

This Algonquin Water Song expresses loving gratitude for the water and raises the consciousness and connection of women with Mother Nature’s greatest gift. The song is easy to learn, and our hope is that millions of …

"Build it and they will come!" Vicki reminds us that every garden plot contributes to their needs. So can you add more? I hope so. 

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Judith Dreyer is interviewed on the Sustainable Success, Influencers Show on Voice America internet Radio. Her host, Christopher Salem, leads her into an engaging discussion, how can we embrace a more sustainable model …

Mark Shepard returns and goes into more detail about succession only this time he addresses our forest ecosystem makeup. He defines forests as a …

Soil science on this level is relatively new, yet so vital to agriculture Microbes offer so much to soil integrity and microbes offer so much in our …

Kelly and her group of volunteers polled, presented and accomplished the task of taking plastic bags out of dining services. She and her team offered …

PIRG,a student advocacy group, non-partisan, non-profit, one where students can join, make a difference in a variety of ways. Kyleigh as Coordinator and her team are celebrating a huge success on campus, taking …

Can we use the holistic model to grow better men? Yes, we can, with diligent effort, consistent parenting and more. My guest this week, Dan …

Did you ever wonder what a single tomato's plant potential is? Tune in for specific growing tips and how to's for superb healthy tomato plants with high yield. In today's podcast, we talk about tomatoes, those red …

Featured in the documentary, Queen of the Sun, he shares his wisdom, expertise and deep caring for the natural world. I am honored to have him here today and I hope you will be as inspired as I am by his wise counsel.

Soils need to be abundantly healthy with a strong biome in order to give us nutrient dense health sustaining food. Sustainability, regeneration are the operative words for soil health and long term maintenance in …

Nature is full of surprises. Walking slowly, with more mindfulness and focus on one aspect in the stillness can bring many surprises. Join us for an …

Owen Taylor is a long time community gardener, seed saver and food justice activist whose passion for seed keeping led him to found Truelove Seed Company in 2017.

Do you garden? If so, have you ever wondered what the potential of a single nonhybrid tomato plant could be? My guest this week, Craig Floyd, manages …

Meet Mark Shepard who founded Restoration Agriculture Development, RAD, in order to save viable ecosystems while growing nutrient-rich food. Folks …

TIOSN,  offers a one-year certification program in Sustainable Health and Nutrition. Joam Palmer, the founder of TIOSN, shares how she is attempting to connect the dots between our health, the health of the planet. …

Agneta Borstein returns to Holistic Nature of Us, with her opinions and expertise about the energy, the feeling for 2019. And as a great treat and …

Winter solstice is upon us. Our seasonal wheel turns once again into a new season marked by the path of the sun and the moon. It is said that …

Color has a physiological response 24/7 in our bodies. We are activated by color and we can be calmed by color. Join Lisa and I as we explore how …

Deb Sodergren, Energy Body Vibration Expert/ International Speaker, Author reminds us: mindfulness, including nature walks, getting out into the …

Janet Verney reminds us that the holidays are about family, friends, counting our blessings and immersing ourselves in the feelings of gratitude we …

Janet's background is in the Ayurvedic system for nutrition and health coaching. She reviews dosha types and how to plan for the seasons and the …

The oral tradition valued, revered, and served a great purpose during the 1600's time period. Thanksgiving, as told by the native peoples from NE …

Dr. Lisa Burkman, comes to us from the field of Naturopathy, a licensed physician discipline valid in several states in the USA. She gives her perspective and expertise on strengthening the immune system especially …

As a holistic model, western medicine has much to learn from Ayurveda in the treatment of dis-eases. Dr. Gerson gives us several practical tips and …

Nigel Palmer is a soil consultant and teaches sustainable and regenerative soil practices with the Institute of Sustainable Nutrition, TIOSN, here in …

Ayurveda is the "science of Life". My guest this week, Rev. Janet Pagan is an Ayurvedic nutritionist, certified health coach, Reiki counselor. She discusses dosha types and gives practical advice.

Yogis teach us to be grateful for our breath of life. Without our breath, we do not exist. My guest this week, Lois Grasso, explains how we tend to …

Meet Gunther Hauk, retired Waldorf school teacher and founder of Spikenard Farm, a Honeybee Sanctuary located in Floyd VA. He teaches many classes …

With a long and rich history of application and science-backed research, hypnosis has a place in complementary and alternative medicine as well as within the western medical model. Meet Ajamu Ayinde who explains the use …

Complex and even mysterious we have not unlocked the mysteries contained within our own bodies. Tai chi experts suggest we give thanks to each community in our body for the incredible integration that occurs.

We discuss …

What's happening to our birds and bees? Essential to the health of our ecosystems, many suffer the loss of habitat, food, and shelter. What do they need and how can we help? Jane's expertise and tips are practical and …

She brings a deep understanding of the human energy field and the body, mind, spirit connection, offering Reiki, meditation, chakra balancing, vibrational medicine and more. Join us for a lively discussion and Just Be. …

What is phytoremediation? It's plant-based solutions to healing toxic spills on our land and water. katrina, 'kat' VanDeusen, explains how our plants …

The Biomimicry Institue is a non-profit organization that seeks to empower people to create nature-inspired solutions for a healthy planet.
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Janet Verney shares her journey of seeking a diagnosis for a serious but unsolved lung ailment, undergoing multiple and complicated testing to …

Carole Cheah, shares her extensive body of research concerning the Eastern Hemlock Tree and a pest that has greatly impacted these trees, wooly …

Rachel Sayet, walks her talk as she travels around our country teaching and sharing Native American traditional cooking and culture. She is a member …

Canticle Farm is a community begun one step at a time in an urban neighborhood in East Oakland, CA experimenting at the intersection of faith-based, …

Meet Pam Montgomery, author, teacher, and practitioner working with plants and investigates plants/trees and their intelligent, spiritual nature for more than three decades. She is a founding member of United Plant …

Ellen Moyer, TED talk presenter, author, discusses the socio-economic implications of sustainability or not.

Astrology is embedded in the human experience. The science is ancient based on mathematics and the movement of the heavens. Today's guest, Agneta …

Wet approaches holism from a different perspective, namely astrology. Astrology is embedded in our human experience. If we follow Astrology's history …

Sound moves us. We are enchanted by the sounds of whales and dolphins as we roam the deep blue seas. Dr. Sklover's recording: Ode to the Arctic …

What is eco-psyche-artistry? Meet Brian Stafford, founder of Wilderness is Medicine in Ojai, California. Brian guides healthcare professionals through nature-based resiliency and visionary leadership retreats. He is a …

My guests this week, Paul Pribula and Julia Rogers, members and volunteers with Joshua Tract Conservation and Historic Trust here in Eastern …

Did you know we can hear the plants sing? Science and technology have advanced so we can capture a plant's vibrations and translate it into music. …

Rebecca Wildbear is a river and soul guide, compassionately helping people tune in to the mysteries that live within the wild Earth community, the …

The Arbor Day Foundation's, Alliance for Community Trees, helps community tree planting efforts through funding, fostering connections between groups and support. Meet Dana Karcher, Program Director, for this grassroots …

Meet Doug Tallamy, who shares his research and extensive knowledge concerning the rapid decline of invaluable species due to our development practices. Can we do something today? Yes. He gives us practical tips for …

Dr. Manuel Lizarralde, ethnobotanist, shares his love of indigenous cultures knowledge and respect for the earth mother.

Meet Kris McCue, chapter leader for the BFA in CT discuss soil fertility. Offers soil recipes.

Meet the Reisens, growers, harvesters of medicinal plants and educators sharing their practical wisdom.

Meet Linda Wiggen Kraft, artist and garden designer, creating gardens with mindfulness and respect for our natural landscapes.

Susan Leopold, Executive Director of United Plants Savers, discusses serious issues facing plant populations, their loss of habitat, unsustainable …

Lynne's practice and application of holistic modalities transform lives on body, mind, spiritual levels. She offers practical tips and practical …

His story begins:” Plants have stopped producing nutrients, the food supply is collapsing. A small group of scientists led by plant geneticist Dr. …

Gail Reynolds, Plant Scientist, Master Gardener County Coordinator with a variety of conservation experiences, discuses sustainability. she offers …

How can we better understand our link to Nature? We need nature and nature needs us to re-form a more respectful partnership. I feature authors, …

Meet Ellen Moyer, author, Ted talk presenter, who talks about her new book: Our earth, Our Species, Our Selves: How to Thrive While Creating a Sustainable World. Ellen’s vast experiences creating green environments …