Storytelling can inspire us to take action on the ever-worsening climate crisis. Ali Horriyat and Cathryn Bancroft join forces in writing a new cli-fi book, The Hollow Age, which dares to ask the question: if our planet burns, do we run to another planet or risk everything to save it? Together with Corinna Bellizzi, they discuss how they use fiction to shed light on the alarming realities of the earth right now. Ali and Cathryn also break down the best ways to address the immigration problem in the United States and what it truly takes to begin a social revolution that leads to a real difference.

About Guests: Ali and Cathryn are the co-authors of new cli-fi dystopian novel "The Hollow Age," from Compassiviste Publishing. When Ali contacted Cathryn about a collaboration with Compassiviste, she was excited to work on a novel that doesn't try to sugarcoat the trouble our world is in, but doesn't try to convince us it's hopeless, either. No matter how bad things get, helping each other is the best and only way to make them better again.

Guest Website: https://authorclaire.com/as-cathryn-bankroft/

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Show Notes: 

06:51 - How To Break The Wheel Of History

12:21 - The Collaborative Process Of Writing “The Hollow Age”

19:32 - Combining Different Writing Styles To Create A Powerful Message

28:17 - Did We Planet Skip In The Past (And Could We Do It In The Future)

33:16 - The Best Way To Address And Solve The Immigration Problem

37:07 - What It Takes To Start A Game-Changing Revolution

51:39 - Most Memorable Parts Of “The Hollow Age”

55:45 - Biggest Lessons In Collaborating With Another Person

01:04:54 - Get In Touch With Ali And Cathryn

01:06:46 - Episode Wrap-up And Closing Words

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How much is enough at the holidays?

In this solo episode of Care More Be Better, host Corinna Bellizzi reflects on the spirit of giving at Christmas and beyond: how we can shift from consumerism to connection, from “more stuff” to more meaning.

Drawing inspiration from her earlier interview with Stephanie Seferian, host of Sustainable Minimalists and author of Sustainable Minimalism, Corinna explores:

The Four Gift Rule and Seven Gift Rule

Why experiences and group gifts (like memberships or trips) often outlast toys

Ideas for spreading gifts across the 12 Days of Christmas

How minimalism and sustainability can deepen joy instead of limiting it

Simple, family-friendly ways to give more intentionally—and waste less

Whether you’re already practicing minimalism or you’re just feeling overwhelmed by holiday “stuff,” this episode offers a gentler, more regenerative way to celebrate.

Mentioned in this Episode:

Interview with Stephanie Seferian, Sustainable Minimalists (check our archive for “Sustainable Minimalism with Stephanie Seferian”) https://caremorebebetter.com/forging-a-path-to-sustainable-minimalism-with-stephanie-seferian-author-of-sustainable-minimalism/

Stephanie’s book: Sustainable Minimalism https://amzn.to/4983had

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The skin is our biggest detoxification organ, and yet we put things on it that we do not fully understand. To avoid compromising your overall health with poorly made moisturizers and sunscreens, now is the time to give regenerative skincare products a try. Corinna Bellizzi is joined by Megan Douglas, fifth-generation herbalist and founder of The Organic Skin Co., who advocates for natural health, clean beauty, and sustainability. She talks about their holistic products made from organic ingredients and packed in highly sustainable material, which protect the skin and even the entire planet from further damage. Megan also shares practical tips on reducing toxic exposure in your personal care routine, as well as how the entire beauty industry can do its part in addressing the worsening climate crisis.

About Guest:

The founder of The Organic Skin Co., Megan Douglas is a fifth-generation herbalist and naturopath who is a passionate advocate for natural health, wellbeing, beauty and sustainability. This passion is the product of her past -from the many hours she spent out the back of her grandmother’s health food shop as a child, through her experiences in London as a fashion designer, her work as a naturopath (where she was shocked by the amount of women visiting her with skin problems, most of them caused by environmental stressors and toxins), and by her experiences as a mother, with a daughter who grew up interested in all things skincare and makeup.

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-douglas-87322911/

Show Notes:

02:42 - How Clean Beauty Became Megan’s Main Mission

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Tons of plastic continue to pile up in landfills and find their way in our oceans, and it only gets worse every single year. Judith Enck, founder and president of Beyond Plastics, is leading the charge against plastic pollution for decades. She joins Corinna Bellizzi to share what must be done to accelerate and improve efforts in reducing plastic use, particularly recycling and reusing methods. Judith also explains why most plastics continue not to get recycled, the best way to reduce unnecessary food packaging, and why corporations are the biggest culprit behind the worsening state of plastic pollution.

About Guest: Judith Enck is the founder and president of Beyond Plastics, whose goal is eliminating plastic pollution everywhere. She was appointed by President Obama to serve as regional administrator at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in 2009 and served as deputy secretary for the environment in the New York Governor’s Office. She is the co-author, with Adam Mahoney, of "The Problem With Plastic: How We Can Save Ourselves and Our Planet Before It's Too Late" (The New Press). She is currently a professor at Bennington College and lives in upstate New York.

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Shared with permission from The Get Obsessed With Living Your Best Life Podcast - hosted by Julie Lokun.

This week, I’m excited to share a powerful conversation from my podcasting colleague and business bestie, Julie Lokun, host of Get Obsessed With Your Life. Julie sits down with Jim Kwik, the world’s leading brain coach and author of the bestselling book Limitless.

Jim has trained visionaries like Oprah Winfrey, Elon Musk, and Bill Gates — and in this episode, he breaks down how you can learn faster, remember more, and reprogram your brain for success in an increasingly AI-driven world.

Together, Julie and Jim explore:

Why belief drives behavior — and how upgrading your internal “software” changes your outcomes

How to cultivate curiosity as a business superpower

What it really means to blend AI + HI (Human Intelligence)

Jim’s proven methods for improving memory, learning speed, and cognitive flexibility

The mindset shift: “Be a thermostat, not a thermometer” — lead the energy, don’t just react to it

This episode is more than a conversation — it’s a roadmap for unlocking your potential in work, creativity, and life.

Your brain is your greatest business asset — train it intentionally.

Curiosity fuels adaptability and innovation, especially in the age of AI.

Your beliefs set the limits of your behavior — change your thoughts, change your outcomes.

AI should amplify your strengths, not replace them.

Mental clarity and focus are skills — and you can learn them.

Jim Kwik is a world-renowned brain coach, speaker, and founder of Kwik Learning. Known for his groundbreaking work in accelerated learning, memory, and mindset mastery, he has trained CEOs, celebrities, and global leaders. He is the author of Limitless and the Limitless Expanded Edition.

Julie Lokun is a media strategist, coach, and host of the Get Obsessed With Your Life podcast. She is a champion of curiosity, creativity, and helping people build lives and businesses they truly love. Learn more at julielokunconsulting.com.

Listen to Julie’s Podcast: Get Obsessed With Your Life: https://www.getobsessedpodcast.com/ 
Read Jim Kwik’s Limitless: https://limitlessbook.com
Explore Kwik Brain Programs: https://jimkwik.com
Meet Jim Live: Cre8tive Con 2025 – https://cre8tivecon.com
Connect with Julie: https://julielokunconsulting.com

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With the increasing number of huge industrial mills across the country, one of the most essential parts of our food system is also being industrialized: flour. Kevin Morse, CEO and co-founder of Cairnspring Mills, talks about his mission to bring organic flour into the mainstream market and the important role of community-rooted mills in achieving that goal. He joins Corinna Bellizzi to share how regenerative farming practices, healthy farmer relations, and sustainable food manufacturing are keys to producing nutrient-rich flour and bringing value back to local grain communities. Kevin also sheds light on how smallholder farmers are facing their toughest times right now due to the commodity system, trade wars, and the rapid corporate takeover.

About Our Guest: As CEO and co-founder of Cairnspring Mills, Kevin Morse taps into his deep experience as a farmer, economic development leader, conservationist and community builder and applies his can-do spirit to build the mill from the ground up. Kevin recognized that building a new regional grain milling business would bring value back to the community and farmers and was a critical part of revitalizing the local food system. An incorrigible optimist deeply rooted in the beautiful Skagit Valley, Kevin is an outdoorsman, avid fisherman and an Italian who loves to cook and bake.

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-morse-6948a046/

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In this episode, Corinna Bellizzi welcomes Laney Crowell, Founder and CEO of Saie, a clean beauty brand redefining what it means to care for people and planet. From the Saie Climate Initiative to The Saie Way docuseries, Laney is proving that beauty can be a force for regeneration.

They explore how Saie is tackling plastic waste, transparency in the beauty industry, and why beauty can—and should—be activism. Laney also shares personal reflections on raising daughters in a time of climate anxiety, finding joy in small actions, and how her leadership is helping to shift an entire industry toward accountability and impact.

Complete Blog & Transcripts: https://caremorebebetter.com/beauty-as-activism-laney-crowell-on-saies-climate-initiative-and-regenerative-beauty/

Topics Covered:

02:19 - Redefining The Beauty Industry Through Saie

09:17 - Deeper Dive Into Saie’s Mission Through A Docuseries

12:45 - How To Encourage Customers To Use Refill Systems

19:30 - The Biggest Misconception About Sustainability In The Beauty Industry

21:08 - Balancing Innovation And High Performance With Long-Term Sustainability

24:00 - Why Saie Uses Expensive Yet Safer Ingredients

27:33 - Saie’s Newly Launched Baked Collection

29:17 - Why Laney’s Daughters Are A Big Part Of Her Why

33:29 - How Laney Keeps Herself Motivated And Inspired

37:17 - Dreaming For A Better Beauty Industry And A Better Ocean

Resources Mentioned:

SaieHello.com

Laney Crowell on LinkedIn

Saie on Instagram

Blue Mind: The Surprising Science That Shows How Being Near, In, On, or Under Water Can Make You Happier, Healthier, More Connected, and Better at What You Do by Dr. Wallace J. Nichols

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In this powerful solo episode, Corinna Bellizzi challenges listeners to rethink what it means to protect free speech in a polarized world. Drawing from her own experience as a sustainability scholar at Prescott College and from her earlier conversation with author Tony Brasunas, she connects freedom of inquiry to the future of environmental and social regeneration.

From the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s assassination to the silencing of academic voices, Corinna reveals how fear and division erode the very foundations of democracy — and how mindful speech, empathy, and courage can help restore them. This isn’t just about politics. It’s about the future of care — for people, for the planet, and for truth itself.

Complete Blog with transcripts Free Speech and Future Care: Speaking Truth in a Time of Fear

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The worsening climate change continues to deliver an adverse impact on our food system, which leads to supply shortages and the rise of less nutritious sources. Maddie Hamann strives to solve this alarming problem through the PACHA bread. She joins Corinna Bellizzi to share how their organic gluten-free sourdough buckwheat bread is making huge waves in revitalizing the food industry. Maddie explains how PACHA bread helps heal both people and the planet, prioritizing taste and nutrition above anything else. She also shares how they team up with regenerative farmers across the country to help accelerate the growth of highly sustainable communities.

COMPLETE BLOG & TRANSCRIPT https://caremorebebetter.com/breaking-bread-for-a-better-planet-the-pacha-story-with-maddie-hamann

About Guest:

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madeleine-hamann-06b95347/

Show Notes:

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If the world is to thrive for many years to come, it must take action against climate change as soon as possible before it is too late. Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Jared Blumenfeld, President of Waverley Street Foundation, who pioneered a spend-down strategy in climate philanthropy to make green energy and regenerative food more accessible to the public. He talks about the role of solar energy to empower local communities, allowing them to adopt regenerative farming, improve food distribution and production, and initiate affordable climate solutions. Jared also explains how individual efforts can give birth to massive collaborative movements and emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with nature to build a more equitable future.

COMPLETE BLOG & TRANSCRIPT https://caremorebebetter.com/harness-green-energy-produce-regenerative-food-with-jared-blumenfeld/

About Guest: Jared is the president of Waverley Street Foundation, where he is tasked with spending the organization’s $3 billion endowment by the year 2035. Waverley is particularly focused on regenerative agriculture and renewable energy and invests in solutions emerging from communities experiencing the worst effects of climate change. Prior to joining WSF, he was California Secretary for Environmental Protection under Governor Gavin Newsom. In this role, he led the charge to implement California’s environmental agenda, including expanding access to safe and affordable drinking water, banning toxic pesticides, and advancing environmental protections for clean air and water. Before that, he served under President Obama as Regional Administrator of the U.S. EPA for the Pacific Southwest.

Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredblumenfeld/

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