IN THE PODCAST In this episode, John Crand shares how a love of learning inspired his interest in the environment. He discusses his childhood memories: planting a garden; seeing a polluted river; and attending 4H camp. He talks about how these memories impacted his choices in life. Here's an extra bonus video. Listen to John play "Song for a Warming Planet" on the cello. As he explained to me, he played the music in a way that evokes the sound of the Earth crying out for help. The composition was created by Daniel Crawford and Scott St. George of the University of Minnesota based on climate data. The notes correlate…
Food Culture and Counterculture
In this episode we talk to couple Steve and Kari Karp about plant-based diets, the counterculture of the underground music scene, embracing the "other" and how a love of books can bring people together. Learn more about Kari's project, Memories of Migration. Learn more about Steve's band, Yuppicide. Kari and Steve also encourage folks to donate to their local no-kill animal shelters and their local food banks. To find a no-kill shelter in your area, visit https://www.nokillnetwork.org Interested in Trying a Vegetarian or Vegan Restaurant? Central Connecticut West Hartford - Flora Middletown - It's Only Natural Manchester - 21 Oak Outside of Connecticut, Check Out This Site - https://www.vrg.org/restaurant/…
Coal Mining – Moving On
In this episode, we hear from Dr. Gail Herman as we discuss her oral history project with western Maryland coal miners called Coal Talk. Thirty seven interviews were completed. This episode includes audio clips of the miners from a few of those interviews. The episode shares the stories of coal miners but also looks at the cost of working in a coal mine in terms of accidents and other health risks.
Using Your Talents
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.
Lobby Hobby
In this episode we talk to retired science teacher Mike Cunha. Mike has always been concerned about the environment and has taken on a variety of related projects. But this is the first time he is stepping into the role of activist.
Waste Not, Want Not
Large amounts of waste are the end product of current lifestyles. It wasn’t always this way. In Planet E and Me Podcast: 1 meet octogenarian Bruce Morris. You’ll also learn about his father, Ed Morris, and his father’s father, Nathan Morris – all proponents of the “Waste Not, Want Not” philosophy. Click Here for Waste Reduction Tips and Resources Nathan Morris, nee Umberto Ciavolino, arrived in America from Naples, Italy in January of 1903. He worked hard returning to his home town of Torre del Greco from time to time to purchase cameos for his jewelry business. He appreciated the value of things. He instilled these values in his son,…
