Adam Sawyer

Kyle Thiermann is only 21 but he has done a great deal to make a difference in the world. Kyle’s formula for social change is a simple one: Find what your passionate about and use that energy to make a difference in the world.

In Kyle’s case, he loves to travel and surf but he also cares a great deal about the natural environment. This led him to create Surfing for Change.

Through Surfing for Change, Kyle creates 4 to 5 minute YouTube videos that deliver inspirational messages and simple practical solutions that ordinary people can implement right now in their daily lives. Click here to listen.

Time for corn mazes and pumpkin smoothies. And since this is Portland, pumpkin golf and boat races. Read it here.

In this episode, Heather and I speak with Daniella Dimitrova Russo of the Plastic Pollution Coalition, a global organization that strives to end plastic pollution.

Plastic pollution is a huge global problem and not just for the environment. It can cause serious harm to our bodies and to other wildlife around the world.

Daniella shares with us why recycling plastic doesn’t really work. What happens to tupperware containers once they are exposed to temperature changes. The health hazards associated with the release of toxins in plastic. What you can do to reduce your child’s exposure to certain plastics and why you should avoid single use displosable plastic items (e.g., plastic bags, straws etc.)

Best of all, you will learn how by simply rethinking every plastic purchase, you can have a significant impact on plastic pollution. Listen here.

For being the 8th largest city in the U.S., San Diego doesn’t feel like a big city. Joe Timko, the PR Director of the San Diego Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, describes it more as “a big city with a resort attitude.”

San Diego has tons to offer. Near perfect weather, a vibrant arts and culture scene, friendly and creative people and quick access to a variety of diverse terrains for the outdoor enthusiast.

Joe gives us a great overview and local flavor for the city from Farmer’s Markets to fish tacos to hiking destinations to downtown hot spots. Click here to listen.

You want a fall hike with color? I got your fall hike with color! Click here to read all about it.

In this episode, Heather and I speak with Bruce Palmer, the head of Admissions and Marketing for the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS). NOLS was established in 1965 by Paul Petzoldt to teach “technical outdoor skills, leadership, and environmental ethics in some of the world’s wildest and most awe-inspiring classrooms.” Listen here.