Gaia Gossip: Get the Dirt on Mother Earth!

Join us for an inspiring conversation with SSG Lacy McDonald, a champion for youth empowerment and community service. Her Many Voices presents a unique look into the life and work of this extraordinary individual who's making waves in urban education.From Battlefield to ClassroomLacy's journey began with 13 years of distinguished service in the U.S. Army, including two deployments to Afghanistan. His valor and dedication earned him numerous accolades, including the Bronze Star and Combat Action Badge1.Cultivating ChangeNow, Lacy channels his passion into transforming young lives:Garden Guru: As a volunteer at Lake Middle School, Lacy leads garden initiatives, nurturing both plants and young minds13.Fitness Fanatic: Watch as Lacy demonstrates his approach to youth fitness, sharing tips from his role as a school coach4.Nonprofit Visionary: Learn about Outer Haven, Lacy's brainchild organization fostering outdoor urban education through innovative programs3.Beyond the BattlefieldDiscover how Lacy's military experience shapes his unique approach to mentorship and character building. He'll share insights on:Leadership development for today's youthSocial-emotional support strategiesWisdom gained from 9 years of youth mentorshipPioneering Food JusticeHear firsthand about Lacy's groundbreaking work with the Big Green DAO, revolutionizing grant-making in the realm of food justice.Don't miss this opportunity to be inspired by SSG Lacy McDonald's unwavering commitment to shaping tomorrow's leaders. Tune in to "Many Voices" for an unforgettable journey of service, innovation, and community impact.This conversation will be facilitated by Myrna James. James is a publisher, journalist, and interpreter of high tech. Her publication Apogeo Spatial illuminates how data from space is used to study the earth for the sake of humanity.

Gaia Gossip On the Move with Maren Krings & hasan alp şahinThe Kizilirmak Delta and Hemp: A Closer Look at Climate SolutionsAugust's podcast is taking us to Turkey where Maren had been in July for a hemp conference. And as part of exploring environmental solutions to our climate problems or climate mitigation efforts, members of the Hemp Institute have visited the Kizinyrmaq Delta, which is a nature protection area with huge impact or with huge environmental benefits for the neighboring town of Samsung in water quality and yeah. In water quality.Join Maren and hasan for a brief discussion about the Kızılırmak Deltası, after which footage from the July visit will be shared. Prepare to be captivated by tales of innovation, nature, and hope for a greener future. Produced by Unmuteyourself.how#climatechange #turkey #kızılırmak #story #storytelling #gaiagossip #green #GGOTM #cleanenergy #fyp #hempsolutions #podcast #hermanyvoices #nature #sustainability #communityconnection

The Her Many Voices Team is delighted to welcome Maren Krings, Director General of the Federation of International Hemp Organizations (FIHO), a Climate Impact Storyteller, and the newest member of the Gaia Gossip Team! Ms. Krings is someone with whom we have been honored to work the past few years- as well as to call a friend. We can’t wait for you to get to know her better through this new project. We are sure you will be as inspired by her work and passion as we have been. And as delighted by her vivacious energy and unyielding search for understanding.This episode will be a chance for you to get to know this amazing human and learn a little about her vision for Gaia Gossip and positive change in climate action through hemp. Ms. Krings wrote H is For Hemp about the power of Industrial Hemp to dramatically (and positively) affect the climate crisis we are facing. Her journey started with a question about the refugee crisis- you can learn more about how she went from refugee crisis to Industrial Hemp through the links below, or by listening to her share her story on an earlier episode of Gaia Gossip [https://www.youtube.com/live/U50Bk7YG...].Ms. Krings uses her skills and credentials in photography, filmmaking, content writing, and keynote speaking to communicate the potential of hemp for climate resilience and social justice. She has a B.F.A. in Photography from the Savannah College of Art & Design, an online degree in Climate Change Studies and Environmental Science from the University of Exeter, and multiple certifications in related fields. Instagram:  / hisforhemp  ‪@marenkrings6306‬ YouTube:    / @marenkrings6306   Website: www.marenkrings.comProduced by Unmuteryourself.how

Join us for a riveting Gaia Gossip episode this Friday, July 19th at 11 AM MST! We're thrilled to welcome Liz Sweigart, a trailblazer whose non linear career path includes medieval studies, nonprofit finance, Big 4 tax partnership, and now, a leadership role in the DWeb/Web3/crypto/blockchain industry.Along her career Liz, has picked up an MBA in Operations and Supply Chain Management and a PhD in Organizational Leadership Psychology. She holds appointment as a non-resident Postdoctoral Fellow at Vanderbilt in the Computer Science department in the Socio-Technical Interaction Research (STIR) Lab. In December 2023, she was named a Distinguished Fellow in the Inclusive Design Institute. She currently is the President-Elect of Division 13 of the American Psychological Association \(the Society of Consulting Psychology).Tune in for a deep dive into how ethical considerations shape the future of AI and impact our global community. Don't miss this enlightening session! Watch the livestream at https://hermanyvoices.org/projects/gaiagossip#GaiaGossip #EthicalAI #Technology #PsychologyProduced by unmuteyourself.how

This month we are delighted to welcomed Dr. Janis Whitlock, a developmental psychologist, researcher, educator, and systems consultant with a career spanning four decades. As emerita research faculty at Cornell University and the founder and director of the Cornell Research Program on Self-Injury and Recovery, Dr. Whitlock has made significant contributions to the fields of mental health and wellbeing. She is passionate about honoring life and wellbeing in all forms.This conversation will be facilitated by Myrna James. James is a publisher, journalist, and interpreter of high tech. Her publication Apogeo Spatial illuminates how data from space is used to study the earth for the sake of humanity. Produced by UnMuteYourself.com

In honor of Women's Month, we are thrilled to welcome Rev. Peggy Petahtegoose from Atikmeksheng Anishnawbek First Nation as our special guest. Peggy's roots run deep in her homeland, and her connection to Spirit guides her journey of healing and service.Peggy has a passion for Prenatal Yoga, Postpartum Yoga, and Yoga Nidra, which she has been teaching since 2012. She'll also discuss her role as a member of the Tree of Life Interfaith Temple in Amherst, NH, where she offers spiritual services, weddings, memorials, baby blessings, and spiritual mentoring.As a Reiki practitioner since 2010, Peggy brings a holistic approach to healing, and she has expanded her knowledge into the world of herbal healing since 2021 at Misty Meadows Herbal Center in Lee, NH. Her journey includes an apprenticeship position in 2022 and becoming the Shop Herbalist in 2023.The healing connections between mothers, their children, and connection to mother earth are all important to Peggy. We are thrilled to welcome her to the Gaia Gossip.Peggy will be converting with our guest host, Victoria Carrington Chavez, our brilliant branding and marketing strategist.Produced by UNMuteYourself.com.

Her Many Voices is delighted to present Victoria Carrington Chavez, Creative Director of Lilac and Aspen.Victoria is a Colorado native and brand strategist and graphic designer often referred to as a "pure magic," in her industry. With roots as diverse as her artwork—embracing African, Dinè, and Mexicana influences—Victoria is the driving force behind Lilac and Aspen Creative Co. a branding and marketing agency;centered in creativity, and community building through creative collaboration. From CEOs of 6-figure brands to grassroots nonprofits, Victoria has collaborated with a mix of enterprises. Her graphic design skills have led her to collaborate with Northeastern University as a guest lecturer, for Visual Storytelling. She has creatively collaborated with notable creative entrepreneurs such as award winning children’ book author, Alylssa Reynoso-Morris, and singer, songwriter, and TikTok influencer Mama Nous. She earned a B.A. in Communications and Spanish from the University of Colorado Boulder, launching into a career in digital marketing with a focus on social media content creation and graphic design—a passion she’s nurtured since 2010. Beyond the canvas, she actively supports community and creative initiatives, aiming to illuminate even the darkest times with the world's vibrancy and brilliance. As true Colorado native Victoria has been in love with spending time nature since her childhood. Her social media handle wild and lee is a nod to her love of the outdoors, living wild and free. This conversation will be facilitated by Myrna James. James is a publisher, journalist, and interpreter of high tech. Her publication Apogeo Spatial illuminates how data from space is used to study the earth for the sake of humanity. Social Media Links/Handles: Instagram and TikTok - @wildandlee. Linkedin- Victoria CarringtonProduced by UNmuteYourself.com

Her Many Voices is delighted to welcome Morris Beegle is President of the We Are For Better Alternatives (WAFBA) family of brands. Spanning education, advocacy and entertainment, Beegle engages audiences around the world through podcasts, live events, virtual conferences and webinars, radio, and digital and print media. He is an entrepreneur, business owner, and respected industry thought leader. Under the WAFBA umbrella of brands, Beegle produces hemp-centric events including the NoCo Hemp Expo, the Southern Hemp Expo, and the Winter Hemp Summit. He also publishes the LetsTalkHemp.com media platform and the recently launched Experiencehemp.com platform. To round things out, Beegle has several hemp product brands including Silver Mountain Hemp Guitars, maker of hand-crafted hemp guitars, cabinets and components; Tree Free Hemp Paper and Printing; and One Planet Hemp, a merchandise line that includes apparel, posters and accessories. This conversation will be facilitated by Myrna James. James is a publisher, journalist, and interpreter of high tech. Her publication Apogeo Spatial illuminates how data from space is used to study the earth for the sake of humanity.Social Media Links/Handles:@morrisbeegle -   / morrisbeegle  Upcoming Event!NoCo Hemp Expo 10 and Experience Hemp Prague/EIHA 21st Annual ConferenceOther links: - any public talks, events, publications, background, etc .. that will help our host better know you.:www.nocohempexpo.com www.morrisbeegle.com www.letstalkhemp.com www.experiencehemp.com/pragueProduced by UNmuteYourself.com

Her Many Voices is delighted to welcome Adriana Paola Palacios Luna, founder of Luna Cultura!Based in Boulder, Luna Cultura is a bilingual and bicultural company, that provides training, consulting, and research services in the field of Art and Maker Education, to develop skills, leadership, and healing, from an intergenerational approach of cultural identity and good living.Adriana is from Puebla, Mexico. She has worked for more than 28 years on socio-environmental justice and social change projects. Her participatory research approach is Communication for social change, Sociology of Culture, Gender Equity, women and gender studies, Human Rights, Art, Culture, and Identity. Culture and Alternatives Building. Participatory planning for social change.As an artist, she is a poet, short story writer, storyteller, textile artist, and explorer in the Maker movement.This conversation will be facilitated by Myrna James. James is a publisher, journalist, and interpreter of high tech. Her publication Apogeo Spatial illuminates how data from space is used to study the earth for the sake of humanity.Website:https://lunacultura.org/Social Media Links/Handles:https://www.instagram.com/lunacultura7/ https://www.facebook.com/LunaCultura.Art.Science.Tech/Produced by BiCurean.com