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This show is dedicated to helping you identify the belief systems, the mindsets, the very definitions that have held you back and then help you break through those limitations to finally create the life you’ve been working so hard to achieve. From mindset to marketing and everything in between, we talk about it all.
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Are you concerned about the Earth's future? Are you interested in what is being done in Northern California and the world to address environmental issues? Do you want to act? Then tune in every other Sunday to "Sustainability Now!" on KSQD.org to hear interviews with scientists, scholars, activists and officials involved in the pursuit of sustainability. Sustainability Now! is underwritten by the Sustainable Systems Research Foundation in Santa Cruz, California
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Path of the Jedi is what happens when Star Wars meets Personal Development. Join us every Wednesday as we dive into themes, lessons, and insights from the Star Wars universe that will help you navigate the complexities of life here on our planet. Gaining a deeper understanding of yourself and how you relate to the world around you is after all the essence of being on the Path of the Jedi.
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Frequent listeners to Sustainability Now! know that, from time to time, interviews focus on animals, mostly from the perspective of animal rights and whether animals are people, too. Join host Ronnie Lipschutz for a conversation with Sy Montgomery, adventurer, naturalist and author, who has been engaging with and writing about animals since the 198…
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Send us a text Question everything. Not in a “fall down the conspiracy rabbit hole” kind of way, but in a “why on earth am I doing this?” kind of way. Living a life on purpose, an intentional life, requires a high level of self-awareness and presence. Only then can you question why you do what you do—not to uncover causality but to determine if you…
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Send us a text Have you heard of "evergreen content" but aren't sure what it means? In this episode, we talk about what makes some content last a long time while other stuff is quickly forgotten. You'll learn why things like books, podcasts, and blogs can stay relevant for years, while trending social media posts don’t last as long. We also share e…
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Send us a text Want to share your story without sounding too salesy? In this episode, we talk about how to connect with people on social media by telling your personal story. Learn an easy way to share a ‘before and after’ story that shows how your life changed thanks to a product, service, or experience. Whether you’re new to sharing or want to im…
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Disabled Ecologies--Lessons from a Wounded Desert, with Professor Sunaura Taylor, UC Berkeley
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Join Host Ronnie Lipschutz for a conversation with Dr. Sunaura Taylor, Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Science, Policy, and Management at the University of California, Berkeley. Taylor is also an artist, writer, activist and mother, who has just published Disable Ecologies—Lessons from a Wounded Desert. Her first book, Beasts…
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Send us a text In this episode, I share simple tips on how to get people curious about your product or service through social media posts. If you've ever felt stuck or unsure of what to say, this will help you learn how to grab attention without sounding salesy. I cover two key tips to make your posts work better: Keep it short – More words give mo…
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Send us a text Do you feel a high level of dissonance in life? Are you experiencing more and more disagreements? What if I told you that the amount of conflict you’re experiencing in your life is directly correlated to the amount of time you’re spending online? If we consider that our brains are super computers that take in without bias any and all…
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Send us a text Eckhart Tolle posted the following quote recently: “There’s a huge amount of suffering that is generated not by the actual challenges of life but by the fictitious problems that the mind creates.” In light of what’s happening in Western North Carolina with armed militias making direct threats towards FEMA employees aiding in relief e…
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Can Protection of Forests, Farms & Waters be Reconciled with Economic Development? with Larry Selzer of The Conservation Fund
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A longstanding debate in the environmental and conservation movements is whether protection of natural resources can be reconciled with their economic development? Join host Ronnie Lipschutz for a conversation about this question with Larry Selzer, President and CEO of The Conservation Fund, a Virgina-based nonprofit that buys land for conservation…
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Send us a text In reflecting on the past two weeks and how things have unfolded since Hurricane Helene late massive destruction in its wake, I noticed three stages: - Relief - Recovery - Rebuild I realized then that we can follow this same framework through whatever challenges and adversity we face, big or small. This episode will give you tools to…
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Send us a text Because of Hurricane Helene and the historic devastation left in its wake, I was unable to release any episodes last week. And while I’m glad to be “back in the chair”, I have to admit I struggled to muster the motivation to think about anything other than the fallout of this unprecedented storm. But I did it. And honestly it has at …
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Dust to Dust or Earth to Earth? Composting as an Alternative after Death with Katrina Spade of Recompose
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What happens to your corporeal body, if and when it is buried in the earth? According to Genesis in the Hebrew Torah, we come from dust and to dust we return. The original text, however, uses the word עָפָ֣ר ("apar"), which means “earth.” Most burials in the United States seek to protect the body from returning to the earth through containment, whi…
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Dust to Dust or Earth to Earth? Composting as an Alternative after Death, with Katrina Spade of Recompose
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What happens to your corporeal body, if and when it is buried in the earth? According to Genesis in the Hebrew Torah, we come from dust and to dust we return. The original text, however, uses the word עָפָ֣ר ("apar"), which means “earth.” Most burials in the United States seek to protect the body from returning to the earth through containment, whi…
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Send us a text When creating a vision and setting goals most people unknowingly paint an incomplete picture. In this episode I introduce you to the VISION PYRAMID©️ — a structured guideline for creating a more complete vision for your dream life. Why is this important? An incomplete vision will give you incomplete outcomes, or worse, no outcomes at…
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Send us a text This is the story of how I manifested our new puppy without even trying. Whether you know it or not, you’re already manifesting. Yep. Right now you’re manifesting every outcome in your life. So might as well manifest the outcomes you want right? Listen to this story and you’ll understand how. ============= 🔗Join our Facebook communit…
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Send us a text Don’t know marketing? Don’t want to become an influencer or content creator? Don’t worry! Despite what Maine people think, you can still use social media to network — in other words, you can make real connections and build genuine relationships on all these platforms. Wasn’t that the point of social networking to begin with? ======= …
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Send us a text Ever feel stuck with no idea what to talk about? In this episode, I share exactly what to do when you hit a creative block and run out of content ideas. These 5 simple strategies will help you create a steady flow of relevant content to keep your audience engaged: 1. Address common challenges in your niche 2. Use keyword research to …
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How should we speak with children about climate change? with Dr. Elizabeth Bagley of Project Drawdown
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How should we speak with children about climate change? Should young children be taught about climate change, and how? During the Cold War, the existential threat of nuclear holocaust was always present but there was, at least, a chance that the missiles would not be launched. Climate change is also an existential threat but it is already happening…
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Send us a text I’ve been listening to a lot of Star Talk podcast with Neil deGrasse Tyson (I’m a nerd like that) so the subject of General Relativity comes up often and as a result ends up on top of mind often. So I’ve been really thinking about how General Relativity really applies to all of aspects of existence — or at least reality as we experie…
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Send us a text September 1, 2024 marked our two year anniversary here at ReDEFINE! In this episode we take a looked back at our origins and trace the myriad chapters and phases of our journey so far and the overarching lesson that threads through it all. ============= 🔗Join our Facebook community https://www.facebook.com/groups/redefinecommunity…
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Send us a text Continuing our conversation from last episode, we bring more clarity to the topic of embracing the journey. ============= 🔗Join our Facebook community https://www.facebook.com/groups/redefinecommunityΑπό τον Ronnie Cruz
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Send us a text As cliche and corny as it sounds, it really is all about the journey. Spiritual Hustler with Jessica Sweig - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-spiritual-hustler/id1463214827?i=1000666769174 ============= 🔗Join our Facebook community https://www.facebook.com/groups/redefinecommunity…
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San Benito County is one of the unsung jewels of the Central California Coast. Most people know of San Juan Bautista and the Pinnacles, but there is much, much more. Two mountain ranges, broad valleys, rangelands, farmlands and biodiversity. But the Highway 101 corridor, which runs through a corner of the county, provides access to Silicon Valley a…
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Send us a text In this episode, I'm sharing my current reading list to inspire your next book choice! Whether you're looking to expand your perspective or dive into personal growth, these three books have something for everyone. "The Light We Carry" by Michelle Obama – A deeply relatable and practical guide to facing life's challenges, regardless o…
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Send us a text In this episode, I talk about how growing your own food is a lot like starting your own business. Just like saving seeds from your garden can make you self-reliant, learning new skills and starting small in business can help you become financially independent. Today, many people realize that relying on a job for security isn’t as saf…
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Send us a text In today's episode, we're talking the power of efficiency! It's not just about working harder; it's about working smarter. Learn how to cut out distractions, stop overthinking, and focus on the actions that will really move you closer to your goals. I’ll share tips on finding the quickest and simplest ways to get things done, so you …
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Send us a text In this episode, we're talking about prioritization. It's all about focusing on the projects that will make the biggest impact on your life. Sometimes, it's easy to get excited about new things and start too many projects at once. But jumping from one thing to another without finishing can leave you with a lot of unfinished business.…
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Is it Curtains for Glaciers? Slowing Down Polar Melting, with Professor John Moore, University of Lapland
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As the Earth gets warmer, the world’s glaciers get smaller. Land-based glaciers in the Earth’s polar regions hold enormous quantities of water and, as they melt, the runoff is raising sea levels and disrupting ocean systems, such as the Gulf Stream. The obvious solution is for us to drastically reduce global greenhouse gas emissions but, even if we…
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Send us a text In today’s episode, we dive into how to consciously define your life and avoid living by default. Are the activities filling up your day truly important to you, or are you doing them just because everyone else does? 🕒 It's easy to get caught up in the routine, but with only so much time in a day, it's crucial to prioritize what reall…
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Send us a text Today, I want to talk about feeling overwhelmed. We all have a lot going on, and it’s easy to feel like there’s too much to handle. When we get overwhelmed, we can shut down and just go through the motions, looking for distractions instead of focusing on what’s important. Over time, this can keep us from achieving our goals. I’ve had…
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Send us a text In this episode, we're diving into how belief is the key to achieving your goals and dreams. We talked about how belief is like the foundation for creating the life you want. There are so many things that happen in life that you can't control, but your beliefs are what guide your decisions. To make your dreams come true, you need to …
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Send us a text In this episode, I revisit a talk I gave back in 2016 about achieving your goals. I discuss how belief is the core ingredient of success. I share personal stories and examples, like how every little thing that happens can lead to a big moment in your life. From building a hotel to catching a flight, so many things have to align perfe…
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The Monterey Bay is the crown jewel of the Central California Coast. For well over a century, the Bay has been exploited for a myriad of purposes; today, it needs protection and conservation. This is especially the case with its fish and fisheries, which provide a vital source of food but are vulnerable to tastes and markets. Join Sustainability no…
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The Monterey Bay is the crown jewel of the Central California Coast. For well over a century, the Bay has been exploited for a myriad of purposes; today, it needs protection and conservation. This is especially the case with its fish and fisheries, which provide a vital source of food but are vulnerable to tastes and markets. Join Sustainability no…
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Send us a text Welcome to another episode of the ReDEFINE Podcast! Today, we're talking about how to use yang energy in business, especially in network marketing. We’ll look at a Facebook post that says a mentor can tell if someone will be successful within the first week. We’ll explain why building real relationships and understanding people is mo…
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Send us a text In this episode, I talk about a recent post from a network marketing group that got me thinking about how we sell and promote our products and services. Although the discussion starts with network marketing, the ideas can be applied to any business or marketing situation. The post suggested: "Stop trying to RECRUIT people into your b…
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Send us a text In this episode, we talk about the difference between being methodical and being impulsive, and how each approach affects going after your dreams. Recently, I helped my mom move, and it made me realize how planning carefully helped us get a lot done quickly. While it's exciting to take risks and chase big dreams, there's a big differ…
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Send us a text In this episode, we about the importance of prioritization and daily effort in achieving long-term goals. I share a personal story about a major life change – moving my mom to live with me – and how it disrupted my usual routine, including missing an episode of this podcast. Life is full of unexpected changes and uncertainties, and i…
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Do you remember the Northern Spotted Owl, icon of the old-growth Redwood Wars of the 1990s? Well, the Northern Spotted Owl is, once again, under threat. This time, however, the threat comes from another species of owl, the Barred Owl, a larger and more aggressive bird native to the United States, whose range has been expanding westward as a result …
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Do you remember the Northern Spotted Owl, icon of the old-growth Redwood Wars of the 1990s? Well, the Northern Spotted Owl is, once again, under threat. This time, however, the threat comes from another species of owl, the Barred Owl, a larger and more aggressive bird native to the United States, whose range has been expanding westward as a result …
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Send us a text In this episode, we talk about why it's important to manage your expectations of others. Sometimes we expect certain things from our friends, family, and colleagues, but what happens when they don't meet those expectations? Are we being fair in our judgments? Join us as we share a personal story that shows why taking responsibility f…
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Send us a text In today's episode, we talk about a meme that says, "Laziness has some people believing they have an unfair life. If you do nothing, you will get nothing." While the second part is true, the first part isn't fair and misses a lot of important details. Join me as I explain why calling others "lazy" is not only wrong but also hurtful. …
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Send us a text Welcome back! Today, we’re talking about how to use social media to make real connections and grow your network. 🌐✨ In this episode, we explore the difference between marketing and networking on social media. Marketing is important, but networking can really help you build your business and personal brand. Here's what you'll learn: W…
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The world is awash in plastic. According to a study published in 2020, total production of plastics since 1950 is now over 10 billion tons, with more than half of that simply discarded. And the production of plastics will only increase in the future. There is a lot of oil and natural gas in the world and, if and when we wean ourselves from fossil f…
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