Green Genes: A Mother Daughter Duo Fighting For Our Planet

Warning - this episode does contain some profanity.

Fossil fuels unfortunately continue to sweep our nation and everytime we seem to move away from them, it also feels something or someone is trying to pull back into their clutches. This week’s episode Maya and Anneke discuss what is currently happening with LNG exports to Europe and why our reliance on fossil fuels is a persistent problem we are running out of time to fix. Also, we are joined by Karen Feridun of Berks Gas Truth to discuss the ills of LNG but also to tell you about the upcoming PA Climate Convergence from June 11-13 in Harrisburg that you should be getting involved in!

To learn more about the climate convergence head to https://www.pennsylvaniaclimateconvergence.org/

The road to stopping climate change starts with one step, a climate step. But maybe you don’t know how to get started or you feel that just your one individual impact isn’t enough. Well this week we talk with Annette Olson who founded Climate Steps, a movement working towards showing people how their own individual impact is instrumental to joining and supporting the larger movement. 

Learn more about Annette and how you can take your first climate step at www.climatesteps.org . 

 If you enjoy this podcast and want to support the Green Amendment movement, consider making a donation at https://bit.ly/GreenGenesPod

3 pairs of jeans for $25?! it’s too good to be true?! You would be right about that! Speedy, cheap and massive fashion companies are not only abusing exploited human labor but abusing our planet as well. From microplastics, to new clothes staying in landfills, to excess waste, the clothes we put on our backs can have a devastating impact on our planet. This week, meet Jessie Lou who handmakes and repurposes fashion and sells it. Not only is she creating unique designs, she is protecting the planet too, all by encouraging more sustainable fashion choices.

Check out and support Jessie’s clothing brand and unique designs

on Instagram at @ajlclothingreworks .

While we did not interview Captain America this week, this Steve Rogers is a superhero in his own right. Steve is the Executive Producer and Creator of the Emmy Nominated PBS series Here’s The Story.  But Steve’s passions for film have taken him on a lifelong journey of telling unique stories, important stories, and creating dynamic and one of a kind series and films that the lives of those in front of the camera and those watching at home. Our duo chats with Steve about his journey in film from wanting to be in front of the camera to being behind it. Watch the Here’s The Story series at https://www.pbs.org/show/heres-story/ . Not to mention, stay til the end to hear how you could be involved in helping get our Green Amendment movement on Netflix!

Check out the Green Amendment films produced by Steve:

Here’s The Story: The Green Amendment - https://youtu.be/i-PrPIPmlQk

The Green Amendment: New Mexico, Part One - https://youtu.be/QBCFODY4lvs

The Green Amendment: New Mexico, Part Two - https://youtu.be/x5-8IdBz_zU

Have you ever wondered where the term Treehugger came from? If someone called you a treehugger would it be a compliment or an insult? Who are the treehuggers of our world? On this episode our duo is joined by fellow podcaster - Michael Yadrick who hosts the Treehugger Podcast. Hear about the amazing topics and guests Michael hosts on his own podcast that should be the go to for anyone trying to be involved in the environmental movement. But also hear about Michael’s work as a restorationist and conservation professional and how he spends everyday working to improve the nature he lives in not just for himself but for the people of his community. Check out Michael’s website at https://www.treehuggerpod.com and listen to it on Spotify at Treehugger’s Podcast.

This week our duo is joined by Byron Riggins. Byron is the Restoration & Advocacy Coordinator at Delaware Riverkeeper Network. In Byron’s role he attempts to resolve complex water resource issues using an interdisciplinary lens and describes his life purpose as protecting his home community from the imminent pressures of climate change while gathering lessons that can benefit the national or global community. Byron, Maya, and Anneke discuss how children being in nature, learning about nature, and being able to feel supported and pursuing their passions, like Byron has, can be vital in creating not only a more eco-minded generation but a powerful generation of environmental advocates each with their own skills.

It goes in our tea, on our biscuits, and can even be used for homeopathic remedies - but modern day honey may not be as innocent as it seems. This week we are joined by Mary Pat Tomei who runs Honey, The Moon! Farms, a small business that imports glyphosate free Greek honey. What is glyphosate you may be asking? You'll have to listen to this week's episode to find out! Learn more about Mary Pat’s honey at https://www.honeythemoon.com/ and use code BOGO21 for a discount on some delicious, glyphosate free honey!

There’s nothing better than curling up with a fuzzy blanket, comfy PJs, a bowl of popcorn, and a solid environmental film! On this week's episode, our duo recommends their favorite movies with environmental themes! Whether it's for the kids, the adults, serious or funny, Maya and Anneke cover their top environmental film recommendations.

This week our duo welcomes guest David Wood, a highschool teacher in Eastern Pennsylvania. Dave discusses what his experience has been with local residents trying to prevent the teaching of Critical Race Theory in school, how he and other teachers can support LGBTQIA+ students, and how teachers can provide their students the important education that all children deserve.

We are back for another episode of just our dynamic duo and this week they are talking about their own person journeys to vegetarianism. Whether you are considering making the switch, worried about if it is actually beneficial for your health, or maybe you are just a picky eater - Maya and Anneke cover all of this and more on this week’s episode.