We're so excited to kick off Season 3 of the Roots Down Regenerative AF Podcast!

How do libraries, public media, and storytelling team up to make climate action feel doable, visible—and actually fun? In this season premiere of Roots Down: A Regenerative AF Podcast, host Jamie Rosenthal sits down with Amanda Densmore from Georgia Public Broadcasting to trace their friendship from CompassionCon to community partnerships that spark real change.

From a Wild Hope screening and GPB’s dementia caregiving project to the power of library spaces as neutral, multigenerational hubs, Jamie and Amanda unpack why connection + community + story is the recipe for action. Jamie shares a firsthand moment with sargassum seaweed on a Caribbean beach to connect environmental change with public health, while Amanda highlights how GPB’s news and engagement teams keep climate stories front and center.

They also dive into reaching 18–25-year-olds—think vertical video, YouTube, TikTok, and five-second hooks—and spotlight the upcoming Regenerative You Summit for young people exploring green jobs beyond the usual corporate ESG track. The conversation closes on empathy: from moving worms and rescuing bees to PBS Kids/Daniel Tiger and Be My Neighbor Day at CompassionCon (Oct 26)—modeling compassion as a pathway to planetary care.

💡 Roots Down is about scaling urban regeneration with bold ideas, real-world action, and a sense of play. If you care about libraries as community engines, youth engagement, and stories that move people to act, this episode is for you.

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Welcome to Season 2, Episode 8 of the Roots Down Podcast!

What does it really take to revolutionize local food systems—and why does it matter now more than ever? In this episode of Roots Down: A Regenerative AF Podcast, host Jamie Rosenthal visits the Fresh Harvest warehouse with Founder and Owner Zac Harrison to explore how a weekly farm box is transforming the way Atlanta eats.

From fighting food waste to building equity for small farmers, Zac shares the behind-the-scenes story of Fresh Harvest’s mission to reconnect people with where their food comes from. Jamie and Zac dig into the real power of local sourcing, why regenerative agriculture starts with community, and how a more just food system can nourish both people and planet.

💡 The Roots Down Podcast is all about scaling up urban sustainability with bold ideas, real-world action, and a whole lot of fun. If you care about food justice, soil health, and creative solutions that actually work, this episode is for you.

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Welcome to Season 2, Episode 7 of the Roots Down Podcast!

What’s the true cost of what we wear—and how can fashion become a tool for climate justice? In this episode of Roots Down: A Regenerative AF Podcast, host Jamie Rosenthal sits down with Tanjuria Willis, founder of Atlanta Sustainable Fashion Week, to unravel the impact of fast fashion on our health, environment, and future.

From toxic chemicals in textiles to the waste crisis clogging landfills, Tanjuria shares how the fashion industry fuels environmental injustice—and how she’s creating space for a new narrative rooted in style, sustainability, and equity. Jamie and Tanjuria explore how community-driven events, circular design, and a little glam can regenerate not just wardrobes, but entire cities.

💡 The Roots Down Podcast is all about scaling up urban sustainability with bold ideas, real-world action, and a whole lot of fun. If you care about making cities greener, smarter, and more regenerative, this episode is for you.

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Welcome to Season 2, Episode 6 of the Roots Down Podcast!

What does it take to shake up the system and make real change? In this episode of Roots Down: A Regenerative AF Podcast, we turn the table. Host Jamie Rosenthal becomes the interviewee, and answers questions from Roots Down's own Liam Garcia and Tristan Trenkle. We find out about the Sustainable Party, talk about global regenerative earth care, and... the new Captain Planet?!

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Welcome to Season 2, Episode 5 of the Roots Down Podcast!

What does it take to shake up the system and make real change? In this episode of Roots Down: A Regenerative AF Podcast, host Jamie Rosenthal sits down with Alexandra Kirk, who’s not just talking about climate action but actively making it happen. They dive into the ESG goals of Jamestown's Ponce City Market, the intersection of real-estate and sustainability, and how creativity plays a role in reshaping our communities.

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Welcome to Season 2 Episode 4 of the Podcast!

What does it mean to take climate action into your own hands—starting right where you live? In this episode of Roots Down: A Regenerative AF Podcast, host Jamie Rosenthal sits down with Arjay Smith from the hit ABC series 'The Rookie, diving into everything from urban sustainability to the real impact of climate storytelling. They explore how media influences environmental awareness, the role of community action in tackling climate change, and why we need to stop waiting for someone else to fix the mess.

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Welcome to Season 2 Episode 3 of the Podcast!

What happens when we take responsibility for the spaces we live in? In this episode of Roots Down: A Regenerative AF Podcast, host Jamie Rosenthal sits down with Chad, an artist and environmental activist tackling the litter crisis in Georgia and beyond. Chad shares how his grassroots cleanup efforts have removed over 500,000 pounds of trash, the resistance he’s faced from governments and communities, and why he believes public spaces should be treated like our shared living rooms.

They dive into the power of leading by inspiration rather than shame, reframing waste as an opportunity for engagement, and how small acts of care can create a cultural shift toward sustainability. If you're interested in urban regeneration, community-driven change, or just making your city a little cleaner, this episode is for you!

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Welcome to Season 2 Episode 2 of the Podcast!

What happens when we rethink how our cities are built—literally? In this episode of Roots Down: A Regenerative AF Podcast, host Jamie Rosenthal sits down with Harry Waters a sustainable educator and activist. Harry explains how he integrates sustainability into English language education, working with students and teachers alike to make the climate crisis feel relevant and actionable. They discuss the importance of making climate action personal, the role of teachers as changemakers, and how different cultures and countries perceive climate education.

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Welcome to Season 2 Episode 1 of the Podcast!

What happens when youth take the lead in reshaping our cities for a regenerative future? In this episode of Roots Down: A Regenerative AF Podcast, we sit down with Parker Short, a youth Democrat, advocate, and policy innovator, to talk about how to drive real change at the local level. From urban regeneration to political action, Parker shares insights on why sustainability isn’t just about reducing harm—it’s about rebuilding better.

💡 The Roots Down Podcast is all about scaling up urban sustainability with bold ideas, real-world action, and a whole lot of fun. If you care about making cities greener, more resilient, and more inclusive, this episode is for you.

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Join host Jamie Rosenthal for an inspiring conversation with Daron "Farmer D" Joffe, a pioneering force in community agriculture and sustainable land management. From making farming hip in Atlanta to transforming communities through innovative agricultural education, Darren shares his journey and vision for the future of regenerative agriculture.

In this episode, you'll discover:

How the Citizen Farmers model is revolutionizing community connections to food systems
The transformative power of teaching kids about ecology and outdoor skills
Innovative approaches to land conservation and management
Practical steps for starting your own regenerative agriculture journey

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Daron Joffe has spent decades developing communities through agriculture, combining land conservation with innovative management practices. His work at Farmer D Organics in Atlanta has inspired countless individuals to embrace sustainable farming practices.
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