What does simple prosperity look like, and why should it be the new normal we aim for? In this episode, host Corinna Bellizzi sits down with an environmentalist, filmmaker, and author, David Wann. David illustrates the ideal of sustainable living and simple prosperity in his new book that pushes for change with the power of story and fiction. Tickling the Bear: How To Stay Safe In The Universe portrays that small band of colorful change-makers on the cusp of building a new society. Tune in as the two dissect the story, the characters, and the important lessons you can learn. David also shares his experience living in a cohousing community and offers insights on the healthy change we need to make to save the future against the climate crisis. Stay tuned.

About David Wann

David Wann is an environmentalist, filmmaker, and author. Dave has written ten books and produced five TV documentaries about sustainable lifestyles and designs. He’s a proud dad and husband, an amateur musician, and provides organic vegetables for neighbors in the cohousing neighborhood he’s lived in for 25 years. His most recent work, “Tickling the Bear: How To Stay Safe In The Universe” aims to push for change with the power of story and fiction.

Website Links:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-wann-77a03b4/

https://davewann.net/

https://web.facebook.com/davidwann.author?_rdc=1&_rdr

Show Notes:

00:00-02:54: Introduction

02:55-09:31: David on Co-Housing Communities

09:32-13:26: Affluenza: How Overconsumption is Killing us—and How to Fight Back

13:27-20:51: David’s Message of Hope For Facing the Climate Crisis

20:52-25:18: Tickling The Bear

25:18-34:10: Developing The Characters of Tickling The Bear

35:00-42:56: Sustainable Agriculture and Healthy Eating For The Future

42:57-54:05: Achieving and Inspiring a Sustainable Minimalist Lifestyle

54:06-56:09: Contact Information

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