Regenerative Mindset

In this special episode of Regenerative Mindset, Stacy Pulice sits down with someone who has been at the heart of her journey: her husband, Ron Pulice.Together, they reflect on the evolution of their farm and the many lessons learned along the way. From the early days of working the land to the shifts toward more regenerative practices, Ron shares an honest perspective on what it takes to adapt, experiment, and grow alongside the land over time.This conversation explores the realities of farming beyond what it looks like in practice to move away from conventional methods, navigate challenges, and embrace approaches that prioritize soil health, ecosystem balance, and long-term sustainability. Ron speaks to the importance of observation, patience, and being willing to change course as new understanding emerges.Stacy and Ron also discuss the trial-and-error nature of regenerative agriculture, and how each season brings new insights that inform the next. Their shared journey highlights the deep connection between land stewardship and personal growth, and the responsibility that comes with caring for a place over time.This episode is a grounded and intimate look at what it truly means to farm regeneratively—not as a fixed destination, but as an ongoing process of learning, listening, and evolving.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this first installment of a new Hot Seat series on Regenerative Mindset, Stacy Pulice answers a listener's question about what she is currently exploring and how it opens the door to an exciting new direction in her work.After years immersed in permaculture and regenerative agriculture, Stacy has recently turned her attention to the Slow Food Movement, a global initiative rooted in the principles of good, clean, and fair food for all.In this episode, Stacy shares what she is learning about the Slow Food Movement and why it so deeply aligns with her work at Ellwood Canyon Ranch. She explores its core values from sustainable and regenerative farming practices to fair labor conditions, food accessibility, and the importance of cultural preservation through food.Looking ahead, Stacy discusses her upcoming trip to Italy, where she plans to visit farms, food producers, and the birthplace of the movement to experience these principles firsthand. This journey will serve as an opportunity to gather insight, inspiration, and practical knowledge to bring back to her community.We invite you to submit your own questions for future Hot Seat episodes via Stacy’s website or social media.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this episode of Regenerative Mindset, Paul Fraser returns to the conversation to explore how Daoist philosophy and embodied practice can support greater stability, clarity, and resilience in times of uncertainty.Drawing from decades of study in Chinese medicine, Qigong, and internal martial arts, Paul shares how ancient teachings such as the Dao De Jing and the I Ching offer practical guidance for modern life. Rather than approaching well-being as something external to fix or control, he emphasizes the importance of internal cultivation, working with breath, posture, and awareness to restore the natural flow of qi and bring the body back into coherence.Throughout the conversation, Paul speaks to the relationship between physical alignment and emotional steadiness, offering insight into how small, consistent practices can shift the way we respond to stress, conflict, and the unpredictability of daily life. He also reflects on the broader impact of personal energy and how the state we cultivate within ourselves subtly influences the environments and communities we are part of.This episode offers a grounded and accessible entry point into Daoist wisdom, inviting listeners to consider how aligning with natural rhythms can create a deeper sense of balance both internally and externally.You can learn more through Paul's book: Qigong, Rediscovering Our Humanity, and his website: www.paulfraserqigong.net.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

On this episode of Regenerative Mindset, Stacy Pulice sits down with Dené Logan, author, therapist, and relationship coach, to explore how healing our relationships begins with reclaiming the relationship we hold with ourselves, especially our younger self.Drawing from her work with clients, and the ideas explored in her book Sovereign Love: A Guide to Healing Relationships by Reclaiming the Masculine and Feminine Within, Dené invites us to reconsider the inherited narratives that shape how we love, lead, and define success. She reframes masculinity and femininity not as rigid gender roles, but as inner energies that each of us carries, and that must be both witnessed and integrated in order to experience wholeness, intimacy, and authentic connection.Throughout the conversation, Dené explores themes of self-abandonment, relational polarity, cultural conditioning, and the pressure many people feel to perform in their lives and partnerships. She also speaks to the quiet burnout that often exists beneath achievement and outward success, offering a perspective on healing that is less about fixing something broken and more about remembering, reclaiming, and restoring balance within.Together, Stacy and Dené explore what it means to move from performance into presence, and how sovereignty in our inner lives can ripple outward into more conscious and regenerative ways of relating.At its heart, this episode reminds us that regeneration is not only ecological or systemic, but deeply relational.Learn more about Dené Logan via her website: denelogan.com or on her Instagram: @denelogan.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

It is my honor to welcome Julia Watson to this episode of Regenerative Mindset.Julia is a landscape designer, author, educator, and the founder of the Lo—TEK Institute and the Lo—TEK Office for Intercultural Urbanism. Her work challenges how we’ve been taught to think about progress, technology, and sustainability by centering Indigenous knowledge systems as living, adaptive technologies rooted in reciprocity and long-term care.As the author of the best-selling, award-winning Lo—TEK: Design by Radical Indigenism (TASCHEN, 2019) and the newly released Lo—TEK Water: A Field Guide for TEKnology (TASCHEN, 2025), Julia has helped pioneer a global movement reframing nature-based technologies as essential solutions to the planetary crisis.In this conversation, Julia invites us to slow down and reconsider what innovation truly means. Drawing from decades of collaboration with Indigenous communities around the world, she reframes technology not as tools built for speed or control, but as time-tested ecological systems grounded in relationship.Together, we explore the shift from dominance to kinship; Traditional Ecological Knowledge as a form of climate-resilient technology; what it means to design our cities through TEKnological Urbanism; why true regeneration begins with humility, reciprocity, and care; and how spirituality and science have always coexisted within Indigenous knowledge systems.Julia also speaks to the emotional landscape so many are navigating today, climate anxiety, burnout, and overwhelm, offering a grounded and hopeful perspective rooted in interdependence and shared responsibility.At its heart, this episode asks us to imagine a future shaped by care rather than control — and to remember that some of the most advanced solutions already exist, refined over thousands of years.Learn more at: www.juliawatson.com and follow Julia on Instagram: @juliawatsonstudioExplore her work: Lo—TEK: Design by Radical Indigenism Lo—TEK Water: A Field Guide for TEKnologyWatch her TED Talk: How to Build a Resilient Future Using Ancient WisdomRead the 2024 ASLA Call to Action: Co-create a Future to Heal Land and CultureFor more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this powerful and deeply moving episode of Regenerative Mindset, host Stacy Pulice is joined by globally renowned humanitarian photographer Lisa Kristine, whose work has helped awaken the world to the realities of modern-day slavery, human trafficking, and the dignity of the human spirit.Lisa shares how photography first inspired her as a child, and how, through decades of traveling to some of the most remote corners of the earth, it ultimately became her greatest teacher. From indigenous communities to illegal gold mines, fishing villages on Lake Volta, and hidden labor systems embedded within global supply chains, Lisa bears witness to lives often rendered invisible. Through her lens, she reveals not only exploitation and injustice, but profound resilience, beauty, and humanity.Together, Stacy and Lisa explore how slavery hides in plain sight, why “seeing is believing,” and how empathy, rather than blame, can become a catalyst for meaningful change. Lisa speaks candidly about the emotional toll of documenting extreme suffering, the importance of balance and regeneration in sustaining this work, and why asking people to look closer can be more powerful than accusation.The conversation explores systemic issues such as capitalism, supply chains, agriculture, technology, policy, and global responsibility. It also highlights tangible examples of progress, including Lisa’s work with the United Nations, the Vatican, the World Economic Forum, and her partnership with Hewlett Packard Enterprise to expose forced labor and advance accountability.At the heart of this episode is a simple but radical truth: regeneration begins when we dare to truly see one another. Healing begins with a heart connection. And change becomes possible when we choose decency, curiosity, and care.This episode is an invitation to bear witness, stay awake to reality, and to remember that behind every data point is a human being.Learn more and follow Lisa’s work at www.LisaKristine.com and www.HumanThreadFoundation.org, and connect with her on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X to stay up to date on her photography, advocacy, and ongoing efforts to expose modern-day slavery and advance human dignity around the world.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this New Year special episode of Regenerative Mindset, Stacy steps out of the interview format and into a candid conversation with her good friend and community leader Rand Rosenberg. Together, they reflect on how to stay present and grounded during a time marked by uncertainty, information overload, and emotional intensity.The conversation explores how inner practices, particularly meditation and mindful attention, can support nervous system regulation and help reduce reactivity in moments of fear or urgency. Stacy shares how slowing down can be an intentional and active choice, one that allows for more thoughtful engagement with the world rather than impulsive responses driven by overwhelm.They also discuss the impact of constant exposure to news and social media, and the importance of setting boundaries around what we consume. Rather than advocating disengagement, this episode encourages discernment and care, offering listeners permission to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what feels meaningful.This episode is not about solutions or prescriptions. It’s an invitation to meet the present moment with stillness, to care for our inner lives as we navigate external challenges, and to remember that regeneration often begins within.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this episode of Regenerative Mindset, Stacy is joined by death doula, elder-care educator, and Choose Nurture founder Sierra Campbell for a grounded and deeply human conversation about mortality and what it means to prepare well for life’s final chapters.With more than three decades of experience in community-based compassionate care, Sierra has spent her life tending to elders, supporting families, and guiding people through illness, aging, and death with presence and dignity. Her path into death work was shaped early through caring for elders alongside her grandmother and through her own experiences with serious illness, which led her to see death not as something to fear or avoid, but as a natural, relational part of living.Together, Stacy and Sierra explore how facing mortality with honesty and care can cultivate a regenerative mindset rooted in intergenerational connection. Sierra shares why tending to elders, supporting caregivers, and restoring communal care are essential to healing our culture’s relationship with aging and life’s natural end. They discuss how presence, preparation, and shared responsibility at the end of life can regenerate not only families and communities, but also how we live, love, and belong.This conversation is an invitation to slow down, listen deeply, and remember that how we care for one another at life’s most tender thresholds shapes the world we are creating together.Learn more about Sierra’s work at www.choosenurture.com and follow her on Instagram: @choosenurtureFor more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

It is an honor and a delight to welcome Ilwad Elman, Chief Operating Officer of the Elman Peace and Human Rights Centre in Somalia, to this episode of Regenerative Mindset. A globally recognized peacebuilder, humanitarian, and social entrepreneur, Ilwad’s work is transforming how we think about security, justice, and regeneration in the modern world.Born into a legacy of peace work, her father famously coined the phrase “Drop the gun, pick up the pen,” creating programs that redirected former soldiers into positive livelihoods. Ilwad carries that vision forward in powerful new ways. As one of Somalia’s leading voices for human rights and social transformation, she is helping redefine what it means to heal after conflict. Today, she oversees initiatives that reintegrate former child soldiers, support survivors of violence, and pioneer climate-smart livelihoods that restore both ecosystems and community trust.With over 70 percent of Somalia’s population under 30 and more than 60 percent being women, Ilwad is deeply committed to ensuring those most affected by conflict are also those shaping the future. Her programs give young people and women the tools, skills, and confidence to rebuild their lives—and, in doing so, their country.In our conversation, Ilwad shares how land restoration becomes a form of therapy, where ex-combatants and farmers work side by side, healing the soil and themselves. We talk about how dialogue can “compost pain into wisdom,” why silence is not neutrality, and how restoring dignity is essential to rebuilding peace. She also reflects on the interconnection between people and planet, how protecting nature is inseparable from protecting human life.Recognized with honors such as the Right Livelihood Award, the Hessian Peace Prize, and three Nobel Peace Prize nominations, Ilwad embodies a regenerative approach to leadership, one rooted in empathy, resilience, and trust in the power of local communities.Join me for this inspiring and deeply honest conversation with Ilwad Elman, a leader showing that peace is not the absence of conflict, but the presence of connection between people, generations, and the earth itself.You can stay up to date with Ilwad on her website, elmanpeace.org, through Instagram @ilwadelman, X (Twitter) @IlwadElman, YouTube Elman Peace Centre, and on Facebook at Elman Peace Centre.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

It is my great pleasure to welcome Josh Fryday, California’s Chief Service Officer, to this episode of Regenerative Mindset. A former Naval Officer, Mayor, and lifelong advocate for civic engagement, Josh has dedicated his career to proving that government can be a force for unity, healing, and regeneration.Under his leadership, California has created the largest service corps in the nation, now larger than the Peace Corps, providing over 10,000 paid opportunities for Californians to serve their communities, combat climate change, address food insecurity, and prepare for disasters. His first-in-the-nation programs, featured in The New York Times and Wired Magazine, are being replicated across the country as models for how service can bridge divides and restore a sense of shared purpose.A graduate of Berkeley Law and a commissioned Naval Officer, Josh served our country in Japan and Guantanamo Bay, taking part in one of the largest humanitarian aid and disaster relief efforts in history. Those experiences profoundly shaped his conviction that service is a means of healing ourselves, our communities, and the planet.And now, Josh is taking his commitment to service into a new realm: he has announced his candidacy for Lieutenant Governor of California in the 2026 election, bringing the same values and energy for collective purpose to the statewide stage.In this conversation, Josh and Stacy explore what it means to lead with a regenerative mindset in politics, how acts of service foster belonging and connection, and why restoring faith in one another may be the most powerful form of climate and cultural repair we have. From stories of wildfire relief to reflections on loneliness, leadership, and love of community, Josh reminds us that hope is not something we wait for; it’s something we create together, through action and compassion.Join me for this inspiring and deeply grounding conversation with Josh Fryday, a leader who embodies what it means to serve with heart, humility, and vision for a more connected future.You can learn more about Josh’s work at joshfryday.com or on social media @JoshFryday on X and @josh_fryday on Instagram.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

It is my deep honor to welcome Geshe Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche, one of the few living masters of the Tibetan Bön Dzogchen tradition and founder of Ligmincha International, to this episode of Regenerative Mindset.Born to Tibetan refugee parents and entering monastic life at the age of 10, Rinpoche earned his Geshe degree, the equivalent of a Ph.D., after 11 years of rigorous study. For more than three decades, he has bridged the ancient teachings of Bön with the modern world, offering accessible practices that awaken awareness, deepen compassion, and heal the body-mind connection. His work now reaches students in over 23 countries and 17 languages.Speaking from Kathmandu, Nepal, Rinpoche reflects on the recent passing of his beloved teacher of more than 50 years, sharing profound insights about impermanence, identity, and the path of awakening. Together we explore how our attachments to roles and stories shape our suffering, and how presence, breath, and stillness can return us to the boundless awareness that is our true nature.Rinpoche also illuminates the regenerative wisdom within Bön teachings on sleep, dreams, and longevity, offering practices that modern science is only beginning to affirm. From lucid dreaming to simple acts of mindfulness, his guidance reveals how deep rest and inner awareness can heal us at every level.Join me for this luminous and heart-opening conversation with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche, a teacher whose clarity, humor, and humility remind us that awakening begins not in struggle, but in gentle awareness.You can learn more about Rinpoche’s work on his websites: www.ligmincha.org, www.the3doors.org, and www.cybersangha.net or on his Instagram @wangyalrinpoche.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this luminous episode of Regenerative Mindset, I welcome my dear friend and creative collaborator of more than thirty years, Dr. Jennifer Freed, a renowned psychological astrologer, bestselling author, and visionary thought leader in emotional and relational intelligence.Jennifer has spent four decades weaving clinical insight with celestial wisdom, guiding people toward greater purpose, freedom, and love. As the founder of the social-emotional learning program AHA!, she’s helped thousands of young people cultivate empathy and resilience, while her writings, most recently Beyond Aquarius, invite readers to explore the intersection of psychology, creativity, and the soul.In our heartfelt conversation, we explore what it means to “grow old” rather than simply “get old.” We also discuss the regenerative power of repair, how curiosity and play keep us alive to possibility, and why self-awareness is the foundation for collective healing. Jennifer shares stories from her lifelong practice integrating astrology and psychology, her commitment to inner work, and how she continues to find joy and meaning amid turbulence.She reminds us that regeneration begins within and that the more we cultivate presence, imagination, and compassion in our daily lives, the more we contribute to a world renewed by connection and love.Learn more about Dr. Jennifer Freed on her website www.jenniferfreed.com and follow her on Instagram, Substack, and Facebook.You can also purchase her books Beyond Aquarius, A Map to Your Soul, Use Your Planets Wisely, everywhere books are sold.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of sexual and physical abuse, which may be distressing for some listeners. Please take care while listening.In this episode of Regenerative Mindset, I’m joined by two extraordinary leaders reshaping the way we think about masculinity, healing, and community: Tony Porter, CEO of A Call to Men, and Kimya Motley, the organization’s Chief Communications Officer. Together, they are transforming cultural narratives around manhood and violence prevention and building a movement rooted in compassion, accountability, and respect.Tony Porter is an internationally recognized educator, activist, and author of Breaking Out of the Man Box. His groundbreaking work with A Call to Men has influenced institutions from the NFL and NBA to the U.S. military and the United Nations. Named by GQ Magazine as one of the “Top 10 TED Talks Every Man Should See,” Tony continues to challenge the rigid norms that teach boys to disconnect from their emotions, silence their empathy, and dominate rather than relate. His mission is clear: to call men into the movement—not out of shame, but toward responsibility and love.Joining him is Kimya Motley, an author, educator, and domestic violence survivor whose story of resilience has inspired millions through Red Table Talk, Essence Magazine, and her powerful memoir Born of Violence. As a national leader in violence prevention and director of A Call to Men’s documentary Intentionally Erased, Kimya brings both heart and clarity to the urgent conversation about healing across gender and racial lines.Together, Tony and Kimya speak candidly about dismantling the “man box”, the narrow social code that harms men and women alike, and how breaking free allows for personal and cultural regeneration. We explore the intersections of trauma and transformation, how silence from “good men” perpetuates harm, and why true healing demands both accountability and empathy.This conversation is deeply human, full of truth, humor, and hard-earned wisdom. It’s about shifting from domination to connection, from violence to care, and from isolation to community. Tony and Kimya remind us that regeneration begins in the heart with courage, humility, and the willingness to see one another fully.For more on their work, visit acalltomen.org or follow A Call to Men on Instagram @acalltomen.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this episode of Regenerative Mindset, I’m joined by Eva Haller, a lifelong activist, philanthropist, and mentor whose story is as extraordinary as it is inspiring. Born in Hungary, Eva Haller came of age during one of history’s darkest times. As a young girl, she survived the Holocaust and the brutal siege of Budapest, experiences that shaped her resilience and lifelong commitment to justice. After the war, seeking safety and a fresh start, she emigrated to Ecuador before eventually making her way to the United States. Those early years of survival, displacement, and adaptation profoundly influenced her worldview, instilling in her both a fierce determination to create a different future and a deep empathy for others facing hardship.Eva has spent her life at the forefront of change: marching alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Selma, traveling the world with UNICEF, and serving on the boards of nonprofits across the globe. Her work has earned her numerous humanitarian awards, but what defines her most is her fierce commitment to justice, peace, and uplifting others.As the creator of the Eva Haller Salon Series, she continues to convene some of the world’s most visionary thinkers, fostering dialogue and community around the issues that matter most.In our conversation, Eva reflects on the lessons she’s carried from survival to service, the resilience that has guided her path, and the importance of speaking our truth in times of division. She reminds us that transformation does not happen in isolation, but in community, and that one life lived with courage and compassion can ripple outward to change the world.For more on Eva’s work, watch Eva Haller: A Work in Progress here and explore her Salon Series here.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this episode of Regenerative Mindset, I’m joined by Maria Rodale, author, activist, and co-chair of the Rodale Institute, the pioneering nonprofit that coined the term “regenerative agriculture” and continues to lead the way in organic and regenerative farming research. She is the author of Love Nature Magic, Scratch, and Organic Manifesto, as well as the beloved children’s book series Mrs. Peanuckle. As the former CEO and Chairman of Rodale Inc., Maria oversaw the publishing of influential books such as An Inconvenient Truth by Al Gore and The South Beach Diet, and magazines like Men’s Health, Women’s Health, Prevention, and Organic Gardening.What makes Maria unique is her ability to weave her family’s legacy in the organic movement with her own lived wisdom, offering a perspective that is both rooted in history and alive with imagination for the future. She speaks with honesty and heart about food, farming, family, and the spiritual connection that deepens when we align with the natural world.In our conversation, we explore what it truly means to live regeneratively—not through perfectionism or rigid rules, but through slowing down, listening, and embracing imperfection. Maria shares stories of leadership, personal transformation, and how caring for the earth can begin with the simple act of paying attention. She invites us to rethink our relationship with food, nature, and ourselves, reminding us that regeneration is not only possible but necessary for wholeness.Maria’s voice is grounding and visionary, calling us back to humility, creativity, and care as guiding principles for the future. If you’ve ever felt the pull to live closer to the rhythms of the earth, this conversation offers both inspiration and practical wisdom for how to begin.You can follow Maria Rodale on her Substack newsletter Life. Unfiltered. and on Instagram @mariarodale. Her books are available wherever books are sold.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this episode of Regenerative Mindset, I’m joined by Michael Meade, a renowned storyteller, author, scholar of mythology, anthropology, and psychology, and founder of the Mosaic Multicultural Foundation. Michael is the creator of the widely acclaimed Living Myth podcast and the author of many influential books, including Awakening the Soul, The Genius Myth, Fate and Destiny, and Why the World Doesn’t End. For over four decades, his work has inspired countless people through story, ritual, teaching, and community building.What makes Michael unique is his extraordinary gift for weaving hypnotic storytelling with cross-cultural wisdom and street-savvy insight. He distills ancestral knowledge and connects it to the urgent issues of our time, showing us that myths are not relics of the past but living guides for navigating inevitable cycles of collapse, change, and renewal.In our conversation, we explore the mythic dimensions of apocalypse and re-creation, the meaning of liminal space, and why endings are never final but rather thresholds into new beginnings. Michael shares how myth and ritual connect us back to the regenerative patterns of nature, where life, death, and rebirth are inseparable. He illuminates the role of imagination in growing the soul, the necessity of rites of passage, and how music, story, and community can ground us in times of uncertainty.Together we discuss reclaiming connection to our ancestors, nature, and the inner genius within each of us, a calling that continues throughout our lives. Michael’s insights remind us that which we love becomes the cure, and that practices of creativity, prayer, and embodiment can help us stand steady in a fractured world.Michael’s voice is one of the most compelling of our age, deeply rooted, visionary, and profoundly human. If you’ve ever felt the world unraveling around you, this conversation offers mythic perspective, soulful nourishment, and a reminder of what connects us all.For more on Michael Meade, visit mosaicvoices.org, where you’ll find his podcast, books, courses, and upcoming events.You can also follow him on Instagram @michaelmeade_mosaicvoices.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this urgent special episode of Regenerative Mindset, Stacy speaks with environmental champions Linda Krop and Alex Katz from the Environmental Defense Center. Together, they unpack the critical legal battle unfolding around the proposed restart of the Sable pipeline—an aging and corroded offshore oil line responsible for the devastating 2015 spill that coated the California coast.With the California Coastal Commission holding a rare public hearing this Thursday, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Linda and Alex break down the legal violations, the potential environmental catastrophe, and how community presence and action can make a powerful difference. Tune in to understand what’s at risk, how the system is being bypassed, and why this moment is a call to defend not only California’s coast—but the integrity of environmental law itself.✊🏽 Wear red. Show up. Raise your voice.

In this special re-release of Regenerative Mindset, I am joined by Rodger Savory, a globally recognized expert in holistic land management. With decades of experience restoring ecosystems across Africa, Canada, Australia, and the U.S., Rodger has pioneered innovative techniques like “biological carpeting” to regenerate soil and combat desertification.In our conversation, Rodger explains how understanding the interconnectedness of ecosystems is essential to healing our planet. We dive into the role of biodiversity, the importance of livestock in soil restoration, and the powerful relationship between humans and nature. Drawing from both traditional knowledge and modern science, Rodger shares tangible solutions for reversing environmental degradation and creating sustainable landscapes.This episode is especially meaningful to revisit, as I’ve recently implemented many of these practices—including introducing a flock of sheep to my ranch. Join me as we explore the urgent need for a shift in land stewardship and the profound impact holistic management can have on our world.Follow Rodger on Facebook & Instagram.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this episode of Regenerative Mindset, I have a conversation with Laurel Phillips, licensed midwife, director of the Santa Barbara Birth Center, and owner of Santa Barbara Midwifery. With decades of experience in maternal healthcare, Laurel has been a steadfast advocate for midwifery-led births, ensuring that families have access to safe, holistic, and embodied birth experiences.Laurel shares her journey from an early fascination with childbirth to becoming a leader in the field, assisting at hundreds of births and training through the National Midwifery Institute. We explore the crucial role of birth centers in transforming maternal care, the systemic barriers that continue to sideline traditional birthing practices, and the remarkable health benefits of midwifery-led care, including dramatically lower C-section rates and improved postpartum support.She also speaks to the philosophy that guides her work: birth is a sacred and natural process that deserves care rooted in trust, dignity, and community support. Whether you're expecting a child, passionate about healthcare reform, or simply curious about how birth practices shape our world, this conversation is for you.Join me for this inspiring discussion about the wisdom of midwifery and why rethinking maternal care is more urgent than ever.You can stay up to date with the Santa Barbara Birth Center on their website and their Instagram.To learn more about midwifery check out the resources below.Instagram: Bad Ass Mother Birther, Gina & Roxanne, Expecting & Empowered.Podcasts: On Health, Evidence Based Birth.Website: Evidence Based Birth.Books: Ina May's Guide To Childbirth, Real Food for Pregnancy: The Science and Wisdom of Optimal Prenatal NutritionFor more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this episode of Regenerative Mindset, I am joined by the remarkable Victoria Riskin, an accomplished writer, producer, psychologist, and human rights advocate who has spent her life using storytelling to inform, empower, and create positive change. From serving as president of the Writers Guild of America West to co-founding Human Rights Watch councils in both Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, Vicki has continuously championed justice, creativity, and sustainability.After losing her home in the aftermath of the Thomas Fire, she founded Bluedot Living, an award-winning media platform dedicated to sustainable living and climate action. Through print and digital journalism, Bluedot is building a movement that unites individuals and communities to make meaningful changes in their daily lives.In our conversation, Vicki reflects on her upbringing as the daughter of Hollywood legends Fay Wray and Robert Riskin, how their legacy shaped her belief in the common goodness of people, and the vital role media can play in inspiring collective action. We also discuss the urgent fight against climate change, the power of community-driven solutions, and why she believes storytelling is key to building a more sustainable and just world.Join me for this fascinating discussion with a visionary leader whose work continues to make an impact across industries and generations.Make sure to keep us with Vicki on her and Bluedot's websites.You can purchase her book about her incredible parents here.Also if you're local to the Santa Barbara area, make sure to check out Bluedot's Santa Barbara Green Guide.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this episode of Regenerative Mindset, I sit down with Katherine Whitecloud, a revered community leader, knowledge keeper, and advocate from Wipazoka Wakpa Dakota Nation. Chosen at just 16 years old to represent her community, Katherine has spent over three decades serving as a spokesperson and leader in various roles, including Chief, Director of Education, CEO for the Assembly of First Nations, and Regional Chief of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs. Her life’s work is dedicated to ensuring that the teachings and vision of her ancestors continue to guide and shape future generations.Katherine shares powerful insights on the deep connection between Indigenous knowledge, land stewardship, and community well-being. She speaks to the vital role of language in shaping our understanding of the world, emphasizing how storytelling and traditional ways of learning hold the key to sustainability, resilience, and harmony with the Earth. We also discuss the responsibility we all share in protecting our natural world for the next seven generations and the importance of youth in carrying forward these teachings.Join me for this inspiring discussion with Katherine Whitecloud as we explore the power of Indigenous knowledge, the strength found in community, and the urgent need to honor and protect the wisdom of those who came before us.To learn more about the Indigenous people and Katherine herself check out her website, the HIP Website, TheTreaty Relations Commission of Manitoba YouTube page, and visit the the Only One Earth and Indigenous Climate Action Websites. You can also read the inspirational speech by the Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs, Carolyn Bennett, here.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this episode of Regenerative Mindset, I sit down with William Peters, a renowned psychotherapist, bestselling author of "At Heaven's Door," and founder of the Shared Crossing Project. William is a global leader in shared death studies, dedicated to transforming our understanding of death and dying through education and awareness of extraordinary end-of-life experiences.William shares profound insights from his groundbreaking work, including his own near-death experiences and his research on shared death experiences, where loved ones report accompanying the dying into the afterlife. We explore how these encounters can reveal death not as an ending, but as a transition filled with love, connection, and meaning.He offers practical advice on preparing for the end of life, fostering open conversations about death, and integrating spiritually transformative experiences into daily life. Drawing from his book and his upcoming documentary, William illuminates how these encounters can guide personal growth and healing.Join me for this enlightening discussion about the transformative power of shared death experiences and the lessons they offer.Keep up with William and the Shared Crossing Project on their website and Instagram.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this episode of Regenerative Mindset, I’m joined by Alex Katz, Executive Director, and Linda Krop, Chief Counsel of the Environmental Defense Center (EDC). For over 30 years, EDC has been at the forefront of environmental advocacy, relentlessly fighting to protect California’s Central Coast from ecological threats and corporate overreach.During our conversation, Alex and Linda delve into the unique environmental challenges facing Santa Barbara, an area once described by FDR as the Galápagos of the Northern Hemisphere for its biodiversity and rich marine life. They share powerful stories of community-driven victories, from halting harmful offshore drilling to safeguarding vital habitats, and discuss their ongoing fight with Sable Offshore. This small but highly leveraged startup seeks to restart a 28-year-old corroded pipeline—a pipeline that burst in 2015, spilling 143,000 gallons of crude oil down the coastline of Santa Barbara. Alex and Linda emphasize the power of combining legal expertise, scientific evidence, and community activism to challenge decisions that put ecosystems and livelihoods at risk.At the time of the interview, the State Fire Marshal’s decision on the pipeline’s safety requirements was still pending, underscoring the urgency of their efforts to advocate for environmental and public safety and has since made the disappointing and dangerous decision to waive the requirements. But the fight is not over - and gathering local support is essential.Join us for an inspiring discussion with two tireless heroes who demonstrate how expert legal strategies, informed communities, and empowered local government can protect our environment for future generations. Their work reminds us that the fight for our planet is not just necessary—it’s winnable.Stay connected with EDC at their website to learn more, support their efforts, and get involved through the links below.FacebookLinkedInInstagramWebsiteFor more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this special re-airing of Regenerative Mindset, I sit down with Paul Fraser, a dedicated teacher and practitioner of medical Qigong with nearly three decades of experience. As we enter the holiday season, we’re revisiting this conversation because it offers a perfect reset and an invitation to reconnect with balance, energy, and nature.Over three decades of intensive study and practice, Paul has cultivated a deep understanding of Qigong, an ancient system that harmonizes the flow of Qi — the essential life force — within our bodies and the natural world. His journey into Qigong has not only enriched his personal health and well-being but has also guided countless others toward greater balance and vitality.In this episode, Paul shares the wisdom of Qigong’s millennia-old practices, offering insights into the connection between our internal energy and the natural rhythms of the environment. We explore how working with Qi can foster personal healing, emotional resilience, and a deeper relationship with the world around us. From his transformative encounters with black bears to his reflections on the interplay between humanity, nature, and spirit, Paul brings to life the regenerative power of aligning mind, body, and earth.Join us for this timely conversation that invites you to reset, embrace ancient healing traditions, and discover new pathways to a harmonious and sustainable life during the holiday season.You can learn more about the practices of Qigong on Paul's website.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this episode of Regenerative Mindset, I sit down with Dr. Uma Naidoo, a Harvard-trained nutritional psychiatrist, bestselling author, and the Director of Nutritional, Lifestyle, and Metabolic Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Naidoo has pioneered the first and only hospital-based nutritional psychiatry training in the U.S. and is at the forefront of a growing movement that integrates food and mental health.Dr. Naidoo discusses her innovative approach to mental well-being, where how we nourish ourselves can play a key role in managing anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. She shares valuable insights into how making small changes toward a holistic lifestyle, combining diet, exercise, mindfulness, and stress management, can help improve mental health.Tune in to hear from an international bestselling author and leading expert who is transforming how we view the mind-body-food connection and making mental health care more accessible and sustainable through nutrition.You can purchase you own copies of Dr. Uma's books, Calm Your Mind with Food and This is Your Brain on Food.Watch Dr. Uma on her Masterclass.Check out Dr. Uma's website and follow her on Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, and Linkedin.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this episode, I sit down with Salvador Dominguez, an avocado ranch owner, labor contractor, and global industry expert whose story embodies passion, innovation, and community impact. Born in Jalisco, Mexico, Sal immigrated to the U.S. as a child, and got his first job as a ranch laborer at Limoneira Ranch. He shares his journey from immigrant farmworker to successful avocado grower and industry leader, including serving as Chair of the Hass Avocado Board and California Avocado Commission.We discuss how the avocado industry has evolved, including research revealing its many health benefits, as well as the challenges farmers face when deciding between organic and conventional practices. Sal shares his belief in sustainability, going beyond farming techniques to mentoring the next generation of immigrant farm workers and creating opportunities for others.Tune in to hear Sal’s inspiring insights on global agriculture, and his dedication to regenerative practices that uplift both the land and its people.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this special episode of Regenerative Mindset, I sit down with my greatest cheerleader, sailing mate, and favorite 97-year-old, my dad, Hugh Warnock. With his unique optimism and wisdom earned over nearly a century, Hugh reflects on a life rich in love, resilience, and adventure.He shares stories from his Los Angeles childhood, including growing up in a family of six, his memorable runaway attempt with his dog Boy, and discovering a deep spiritual connection in the Sierra Nevada mountains—a place he fondly calls his “church.” Hugh also recounts his lifelong love of sailing and how the Pacific Ocean offered him peace and purpose.As a devoted "girl dad," Hugh discusses how raising three daughters brought him joy and perspective, always encouraging us to dream big while keeping our cars and rooms clean—a true reflection of his pragmatic and playful spirit. He opens up about pivotal moments in his life, like overcoming childhood illness by discovering the healing power of food, making the transformative decision to quit drinking at 50, and the secrets behind 70 years of a happy, enduring marriage with the woman of his dreams.Join us for an intimate and heartfelt conversation as we explore Hugh’s reflections on nature, resilience, love, and the wisdom that has guided him through a remarkable life.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

We won’t be airing an episode this week as I take some time to reflect on my mom’s passing and the current challenges we’re all facing. Next week, I’m thrilled to bring you a very special episode featuring my dad in a conversation that I know will be meaningful to many of you. Thank you for all the support, light, and encouragement you continue to share with me and I'm looking forward to reconnecting next week!

In this episode, I’m joined by Sara Guillermo, CEO of IGNITE, the largest and most diverse young women's non-partisan leadership organization in the U.S. Sara’s journey from immigrant to first-generation college graduate to leader of IGNITE is an inspiring story of resilience, opportunity and advocacy. As a youth organizer and educator, she shares her passion for empowering the next generation of women to step into leadership roles, run political campaigns, and create policy that reflects their needs and experiences.During our discussion Sara shares how IGNITE helps young women ages 14 to 25 embrace their political ambition, while building a community where they feel safe and celebrated, and to fully participate in democracy. She dives into her personal story and how her experiences of being a breast cancer survivor and navigating IVF and surrogacy, have fueled her activism.Tune in as Sara demystifies the political process, pointing to how one’s personal experience, combined with political action, can help create a culture shift for a representative democracy that will serve us all. By supporting and training young women to pursue positions of power, they become future models and mentors for the next generation of girls. This is grassroots empowerment at its finest.I know this conversation will leave you inspired to step into greater purpose and action!Check out IGNITE's website to learn more, donate, and get involved!You can keep us with Sara on her LinkedIn!For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this episode, we speak with Gwyn Lurie, CEO and Executive Editor of the Montecito Journal Media Group and co-founder of The Giving List Women. She has worn many hats throughout her remarkable career including journalist, producer, screenwriter, and community leader. Gwyn began her career at ABC News, where she produced the award-winning documentary "Voices from the Attic" capturing her family’s history during the Holocaust.Today, Gwyn’s mission focuses on building impactful, intersectional philanthropy through her work with The Giving List Women, with the aim of exponentially increasing charitable giving to women and girls, as they are the greatest lever for positive change in society. In our discussion we explore how Gwyn’s storytelling prowess and commitment to speaking her truth have shaped her path, inspiring meaningful change in her community and beyond.We talk in depth about Gwyn’s approach to building resilient community through journalism, and her commitment to doing brave work while remaining fair. Throughout our conversation, Gwyn reflects on the importance of staying true to ones values, the impact of using personal narrative to evolve our culture, and the role women play in transformative leadership.Make sure to stay up to date with Gwyn's work at The Giving List, The Giving List Women and The Montecito JournalYou can also watch the sizzle for the recent Giving List Women Summit here!For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this episode, I am honored to host Dr. Carmen Blackwood, an Earth Scientist at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory and the visionary Founder and CEO of EarthRise LLC. Carmen’s 15-year career at JPL has focused on impactful projects like the GRACE satellite mission, analyzing the interconnections of our planet’s natural forces, and redefining how we understand Earth's changing climate.After a serendipitous and paradigm-shifting study into Permaculture, Carmen founded EarthRise, LLC which is committed to scaling regenerative solutions using science-based data to support nature-based solutions worldwide. Her current work includes a revolutionary project with African Women Rising, measuring the impact of their regenerative agriculture program in refugee camps in Northern Uganda.Join us as we learn about her research on climate, the vital distinctions between regenerative and "smart agriculture," and the transformative opportunities for technology in climate action. Carmen’s insights provide a hopeful, scientifically-grounded perspective on how we can achieve sustainable change in harmony with nature. Prepare to be inspired!You can follow Carmen on LinkedIn here!For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this episode, I sit down with the legendary Pat Mitchell, whose titles include but are not limited to having been the first woman president and CEO of PBS, CNN Productions, and the Paley Center for Media, as well as the founder and editorial director of TEDWomen. Pat shares her remarkable journey in the media industry, breaking down barriers while garnering more than 35 Emmy and Peabody awards.Pat is currently focused on creating a climate safe world with Project Dandelion, a women-led global action campaign, as well as Connected Women Leaders which drives systemic change internationally. A dedicated Elder, she continues her essential work elevating women’s stories and fostering collective action for social change with TEDWomen.In this episode we discuss the power of "falling forward," the necessity of collaboration among women in all fields, and her efforts to advance climate justice through Project Dandelion.Tune in to learn from one of the most valuable and inspired voices in media and women's leadership.To stay up to date with Pat check out her website and subscribe to her weekly newsletter.You can also purchase her book Becoming a Dangerous Woman.You can check out Connected Women Leaders here and Project Dandelion here.Don't forget to follow Pat on all of her socials:FacebookPats InstagramBecoming a Dangerous Women InstagramLinkedInFor more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this powerful episode Dr. Victor Rios, MacArthur Foundation Chair, and renowned Professor of Sociology at UC Santa Barbara, draws from his own life experience on the streets of Oakland as a high school dropout and juvenile delinquent to a PhD at UC Berkeley, ultimately becoming a leading voice in youth advocacy. His remarkable story and research are featured in the acclaimed documentary The Pushouts; which aired nationally on PBS, and his impactful TED Talk, "Help for kids the education system ignores" has amassed over 1.7 million views.Dr. Rios shares how the audacity of a caring teacher can create positive change in young lives, and his groundbreaking research informs innovative school programs aimed at empowering teachers and students to foster personal transformation, academic growth, and community healing. We delve into the significance of labels, emphasizing how the words we use can either uplift or limit young people’s futures, and the vital distinction between seeing youth as "At Promise" rather than "At Risk".We explore the difference between sympathy and empathy, and why investing in children requires understanding their cultural context, experiences, and potential. Join us as we explore Dr. Rios' insights into how we can ensure that every child receives the support and opportunities they need to succeed.You can find all the places to follow or check in on Dr. Rios' work via his link tree: https://linktr.ee/drvictorriosYou can purchase Dr Rios' book here!For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this insightful episode, we are joined by Mickey Trescott, M.Sc., a leading expert in holistic nutrition and autoimmune disease management. Mickey is the author of several best-selling books, including The Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook and The Nutrient-Dense Kitchen. With a Master’s in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine, she has helped shape the autoimmune protocol (AIP) movement through her blog and podcast, Autoimmune Wellness.During our conversation, Mickey dives deep into the science behind autoimmune diseases, what triggers flare-ups, and how both intuition and research are vital to managing these conditions. She also shares her knowledge of regenerative foods, emphasizing the importance of diet in healing the body and the planet. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of autoimmune health and the role of food in our overall well-being.Follow Mickey on Instagram @mickeytrescott & @autoimmunewellnessAutoimmune Wellness Website: http://autoimmunewellness.comYou can purchase signed cookbooks from Mickey here: http://mickeytrescott.comAIP Certified Coach directory and program information: http://aipcertified.comFor more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to mywebsite www.stacypulice.comYou can follow me on Instagram @stacypulice.

In this episode, we’re joined by Zainab Salbi, Co-founder of Daughters for Earth, a movement dedicated to supporting women-led climate solutions. Zainab’s incredible journey includes founding Women for Women International and receiving the Times100 Impact Award in 2023. She is also a best-selling author and humanitarian.Zainab shares powerful insights from her life, including a near-death experience that shifted her outlook and strengthened her connection to nature. She discusses the pivotal role women play in mobilizing climate solutions and reflects on the differences in how war is seen from a male perspective, calling for greater inclusion of women’s voices in peace building and environmental action.You can support the movement by joining the Hummingbird Campaign. For just $11 a month, you’ll receive a beautifully designed graphic novel every month that tells the inspiring story of a woman at the forefront of climate activism. Become part of this empowering community and help bring real change.Explore more at Daughters for Earth and follow their journey on Instagram @daughters4earth.For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

In this enlightening episode, we are honored to welcome Katherine Spillar, Executive Director of the Feminist Majority Foundation and Executive Editor of Ms. Magazine, the trailblazing publication that has been at the forefront of the feminist movement for over 50 years.As a founding member of the Feminist Majority Foundation, Kathy has played a pivotal role in advancing women's rights both in the United States and around the world since 1987. Her leadership has been instrumental in shaping the organization's diverse initiatives, from advocating for the Equal Rights Amendment to empowering women’s choices and representation through successful campaigns.In this episode, we delve into the critical importance of investing in women, not just for gender equality, but for the betterment of society as a whole. Kathy shares her insights on staying hopeful amidst ongoing headwinds, drawing from her extensive experience in the fight for women's rights, and reminding us that the progress we've made toward equality should never be taken for granted. Equal rights remain a continuous battle, and protecting them requires vigilance and collective action.Join us as we explore Katherine's journey, her commitment to feminist activism, and her unwavering belief in the power of collective action to create a more just and equitable world. Stay tuned for this inspiring conversation and be sure to share it with those who need to be reminded of the transformative power of investing in women and protecting equal rights.Ms. magazine Instagram: @ms_magazineFeminist Majority Foundation Instagram: @feministmajorityfoundationWebsites: feminist.org & msmagazine.comFor more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to my website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow me on Instagram @stacypulice

After two seasons of growth and learning with Regenerative Spaces, it's time for a shift—starting with the name. I'm relaunching the podcast as Regenerative Mindset to better reflect its evolving focus. The new title highlights a key theme: that real climate change starts from within. Our conversations have always centered on regeneration and renewal, but now the urgency to contribute to a thriving future feels stronger than ever.In the past seasons, I've spoken with trailblazers in local politics, regenerative ranching, and holistic medicine. Their insights have shaped my purpose and clarified my role in the changes needed. This season, launching Thursday, September 12, will continue to feature these inspiring voices—expanding to include those with national and international influence. Together, we’ll explore how regenerative thinking can guide us toward healing the earth and finding balance where there has been inequality.Join me as we learn from these leaders and apply their wisdom to create a future rooted in care, renewal, and connection.

In this special episode, we are excited to welcome back Minka Robinson Stevens, L.Ac, arenowned expert in East Asian Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture. Minka's deep-rootedpassion for botany, nutrition, and herbal medicine began in the foothills of Santa Barbara,where she grew up foraging for edible and medicinal native plants. With an extensivebackground that includes Pediatrics, nearly twenty years specializing in Dermatology,and founding a natural skincare company, Minka brings a wealth of knowledge to thisancient practice.Join us as we explore the Five Elements, with a focus on its relationship to what we eatduring the summer season. Minka will share insights on how to nourish your body withthe right foods to maintain balance and health during the hottest months. We'll alsodiscuss what to consider as we transition into fall, ensuring you are prepared for theseasonal shifts ahead.This episode promises to be a treasure trove of valuable information for anyone lookingto optimize their health through seasonal nutrition. Be sure to listen to Minka's previousepisodes on spring and fall wellness for more comprehensive guidance.Stay tuned for this enriching conversation, it’s one you won’t want to miss!You can follow Minka on Instagram: @pointsofhealthsbFor more information on seasonal eating tips and East Asian Medicine practices, you can go to Minka's website: https://www.pointsofhealth.org/For more information on the podcast, upcoming events, projects, and more go to our website www.stacypulice.comYou can follow us on Instagram @stacypulice

Eric Nagelmann plays with plants like an artist plays with paints. Now an acclaimed landscape designer whose vision has been incorporated into everything from humble gardens to palatial estates, Eric was once just a boy who fell in love with plants. As he puts it, there is something magical about laying the groundwork for life that takes unexpected twists and turns. Stacy has known Eric ever since crossing paths in a garden. They’ve since collaborated on projects at Santa Barbara High School and the world-renowned Lotusland, where Eric has been commissioned to design a cactus garden, palm garden, and insectary. Besides being a luminary in the world of landscape design, Eric is also profoundly committed to systemic change - since moving from Santa Barbara, he’s embarked on leading an LGBTQIA+ center for youth, inspired by his own experiences growing up queer in a world that demanded conformity. Tune in to this final episode of the season for a conversation with a little bit of everything: a lot of laughs, plenty of tears, and some heartfelt reflections on landscapes, passion, and healing.Stacy on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/stacypulice

Sara Miller McCune could not have anticipated that the small publishing house she started in 1965 would blossom into the world’s leading academic publisher decades later. She also could not have anticipated that this success would empower her to make real, material impact on the social issues faced by Californians. In this episode, Stacy invites her mentor Sara on, who just so happens to be the founder of Sage publishing and the beating heart of the McCune Foundation. Sara shares her journey all the way from youth advocacy to an illustrious career that challenged the gender norms of her day. Stacy and Sara also discuss the incredible efforts of the McCune foundation to confront the climate crisis, work towards gender equality in the United States, and mobilize grassroots organizations across California. Tune in for reflections on a life filled with trailblazing success and public service.Stacy on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/stacypulice

Joan Hartmann has made a career out of community advocacy. A Santa Barbara resident since 1999, she’s served as a professor in government and environmental studies at renowned institutions, spent six years advocating for children in the foster care system, and helped found the Southern California Wetlands Recovery Project - among countless other initiatives. Today, she serves as the supervisor for Santa Barbara County’s Third District, where she’s on the forefront of addressing some of the most pressing issues faced by the region. In this episode, Stacy sits down with Joan to talk about some of her initiatives in local government - everything from launching green classroom policies to incentivizing renewable energy development to working with the state to expand affordable housing. If there’s one takeaway from this episode, it’s that even though Santa Barbara has a lot on its plate, it also has a lot of people willing to fight for a just, regenerative community.Follow Joan on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/joanhartmann3d/Joan's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joanhartmann3rddistrict/Follow Stacy on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/stacypulice

Mory Fontanez felt that something wasn’t quite right after an illustrious career in corporate America. For so much of her life, she had been living according to someone else’s rules, but her own inner conscience was always standing in the way of accepting this life. Seven years later, Mory has become a renowned purpose and intuition coach on the verge of publishing a book about inner wisdom and how you can (re)connect to it. Mory’s philosophy teaches us that limiting beliefs are our way of coping with difficulty, and while they keep us safe, they also keep us stagnant. The way forward is for us to trust ourselves, reconnect with our intuition, and align ourselves with a higher purpose - needless to say, Mory has had a monumental impact on Stacy’s trajectory. In this episode, the two unpack the language of intuition. Mory discusses the supreme importance of compassion, Stacy compares healing one’s soul to healing the land, and Mory even gets a chance to coach Stacy through a difficult question - live on air! Tune in for some of the soil that will grow your soul.Follow Mory on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moryfontanezMory's website: www.moryfontanez.com Unleash your Intuition course: https://mory-fontanez.mykajabi.com/unleash-your-intuitionFollow Stacy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stacypulice

Santa Barbara local Patricia Selbert is something of a Renaissance woman: world citizen, internationally-competitive equestrian, award-winning author, PhD in somatics, and most recently - cattle rancher. Patricia co-founded and co-runs Las Cumbres Ranch in Santa Barbara County, a farm that upends almost all of our assumptions about what meat production and its connection to the greater environment can look like. Drawing from the same holistic management practices that Stacy uses, Patricia and her team raise a unique type of South African cattle - pedigree Bonsmara - particularly fit for dry grasslands. The goal is not only to sustain California’s environment amidst the climate crisis, but to restore it acre by acre, cow by cow. Tune in to hear more about Patricia’s global upbringing, the climate effects of corporate farming, and Patricia’s take on all the latest developments in ‘Big Beef.’Check out Patricia's novel: The House of Six Doors: An Autobiographical NovelLas Cumbres Website: https://lascumbresranch.com/Las Cumbres Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lascumbresranchLas Cumbres Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lascumbresranchLas Cumbres YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/lascumbresranchFollow Stacy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stacypulice

As long as she can remember, Prune Harris has seen the world a little differently than most. It’s commonly understood that fields of energy bind us all together, but Prune is able to see this energy in all its fullness as hues, vibrations, and patterns. She’s trained with energetic practitioners and experts from across the world’s cultures - from kinesiologists to Celtic shamans. Stacy first encountered Prune through her groundbreaking book, Your Radiant Soul, and then had the chance to learn from Prune when she visited Santa Barbara for a workshop on energetic practices. Today, Stacy sits down with Prune to talk about all things energy: how we understand it, what it controls, and how we can cultivate sustainable practices of our own. It’s no coincidence that it’s difficult to regenerate the land we live on if we can’t regenerate ourselves. Join us on this deep-dive to uncover everything from the spiritual roots of science, our position in the cosmos, and the first steps we can take to restore ourselves in a world that often demands too much of us.Visit Prune's website: www.pruneharris.comFollow Prune on Insta/YouTube/Facebook - @pruneharris Free 'What is the Colour of Your Soul' eBook download: www.prunneharris.com/soul-colourFollow Stacy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stacypulice

Last season, we had the pleasure of hearing from Tom Cole and Warren Brush about their efforts in resilient agriculture with African Women Rising (AWR). In this episode, we hear from the Executive Director and Founder of AWR, Linda Eckerbom Cole, a woman who has worn many hats: actress, nonprofit leader, community activist, and esteemed Santa Barbara local. Linda narrates the winding path that brought her to northern Uganda and explains the sustainable programming her and her team have pioneered: permagardens ensure sufficient produce throughout the year, even when harvests are low. Teaching centers expand local literacy for women denied many educational opportunities. Conferences dedicated to spreading regenerative, community-led practices take the permagarden model far beyond AWR’s main regions. In total, Linda has helped impact the lives of 150,000+ refugees, war-affected women, and their families. Tune in to catch a glimpse of Linda’s work empowering people with the means to control their collective futures.Consider donating to African Women Rising: https://www.africanwomenrising.org/Follow Stacy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stacypulice

We’re kicking season 2 off with an old friend, Minka Robinson Stevens, expert in East Asian Medicine and owner of Points of Health Acupuncture in Santa Barbara. In season 1, Stacy sat down with Minka to talk generally about East Asian practices and their relevance to natural regeneration. In this episode, Stacy and Minka dive deep into transitions, both in the body and the world. 2024 is the year of the Wood Dragon, but this spring is also the season of Wood - what does this overwhelming sturdiness mean for our wellbeing? Stacy and Minka then bring it from the cosmic to the personal as Minka shares the importance of acceptance while the body undergoes substantial transformations, as in perimenopause and menopause. All the while, Minka relays the everyday practices that can make for positive transitions. Tune in to hear about all things transformation - from cleansing your digestive system to balancing your Yang out with a little more Yin.Follow Minka on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pointsofhealthsb/ (https://www.instagram.com/pointsofhealthsb/)Website: https://www.pointsofhealth.org/ (https://www.pointsofhealth.org/)

Minka Robinson Stevens has been immersed in flora for as long as she can remember, but her relationship with the natural world - and her internal world - forever changed after encountering traditional East Asian medicine: from acupuncture to dermatology, massage to qigong. Minka owns and runs Points of Health Acupuncture, a medicinal clinic in Santa Barbara and one of the few in the United States with an integrated herbal pharmacy. Today, Stacy sits down with Minka to catch a glimpse of these millennia-long traditions and better understand their views of the natural world. Where we often find ourselves forced to constantly grow, traditional medicine emphasizes cycles of growth and contraction. Where we might expect cure-all’s for our bodily health, traditional medicine shows us that a cure in one context is a poison in another. Join us in this last episode of the season to learn about the ever-shifting world of elements, the most beneficial foods for autumn, and practices that can turn your body into a regenerative space.Follow Minka on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pointsofhealthsb/Website: https://www.pointsofhealth.org/Autumn Practices (Blog): https://www.pointsofhealth.org/blog/autumn-tcmFollow Stacy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stacypulice

When Melissa was five, she shared all she learned from taking care of her own bee hive with her fellow, first-grade classmates. Now, Melissa tends to hundreds of hives across Santa Barbara county and leads groundbreaking educational programming on the essential role bees play in ecological health. Stacy sits down with Melissa this week to think critically about colonies: how they function, what they can (and can’t do) to help your crop, and the singular importance of understanding hives in a broader environmental context. Melissa’s philosophy runs against typical, big-agro policy in her refusal to use chemicals to respond to difficulties with her hives. As she illustrates in this episode, nature finds a way of creating solutions - we just have to start paying closer attention. Tune in to learn about the complex social lives of honey bees, the dangers of terminating weeds in your backyard, and all the problems with the movement to “Save the Bees.”Connect with Melissa online:Website: https://melissasbees.orgInstagram: @melissasbeees Articles mentioned during the episode: ‘Honeybees are voracious’: is it time to put the brakes on the boom in beekeeping?"The Beekeepers who don’t want you to buy more bees""Is Beekeeping Wrong?"California Field Guides: California Bees and Blooms: A Guide for Gardeners and NaturalistsCommon Bees in California GardensCommon Plants to Attract California Native Bees

Thirty years ago, the exotic gardens of Madame Ganna Walska’s Santa Barbara estate were barely clinging to life. When those 37+ acres were relaunched as Lotusland - now a prize-winning botanic garden - Ag experts’ best advice was to poison unwanted species and ramp up growth with chemical fertilizers. Sustainability expert Corey Welles had a different idea: how would it look if we worked with nature, not against it, to create a resilient ecosystem that could withstand Santa Barbara’s challenging climate? Three decades later, Corey Welles is at the forefront of a revolution in regenerative horticulture which seeks to supplant “big-Ag” advice for more ecological, adaptable practices. His expertise has been sourced by the botanic gardens of Berkeley, Descanso, the Huntington, and the Getty. Tune in to learn about the soil’s “gut health,” encounter unlikely connections between horticulture and Taoism, and learn a tip or two for your garden at home.Learn more about Lotusland: https://www.lotusland.org/ (https://www.lotusland.org/Follow Stacy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stacypulice

If you know anything about Santa Barbara High School and its students, chances are you probably know something about Jose Caballero - the AP Environmental Science teacher. For over two decades, Jose has not only introduced complex ecosystems to young learners, but also fostered the school’s student-led community garden. This week, Stacy sits down with master teacher Jose to dive into all the connections between the ecosystems that constitute our planet and the ecosystems that constitute our schools. Jose’s pedagogy runs counter to our current educational philosophy of data-driven productivity, increasingly constricted school day, and transient leadership. For Jose, a healthy classroom is one that centers egalitarianism, maximizes the voices of students, and addresses the root causes of academic dispassion. Tune in for some regenerative back-to-school philosophy!Follow Stacy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stacypulice