More Hip Than Hippie #130 - One Primary Question

Dori and Val recap Katie Couric's discussion with the U.S. Presidential hopefuls about their stance on climate change.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Christmas Ale by Anchor Steam Brewing

Chocolate: The Chocolate Alchemist 73% Dark Chocolate sent in by Giovana

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Delicious gift ideas. Body+Soul Magazine has great ideas for giving edible gifts this holiday season.
• Kudos for Gore! Al Gore's eco-friendly home improvements have made his 80-year-old mansion one of the nation's most eco-friendly homes.

Hip News:

• Progress at U.N. climate conference. A plan for negotiating a new global warming pact was agreed upon at the U.N. climate conference.

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ is to take 10 minutes and create a list of green goals for 2008. Keep the goals attainable and keep track of your progress. You might be surprised how far you've come by the end of 2008!

One Primary Question

Katie Couric talked to all of the U.S. Presidential hopefuls about their views on climate change. Dori saves us all some time by condensing all the answers and playing them on the show.

Reminder: No New Show the week of Christmas. Dori and Val are going to take a little break to enjoy the holidays, but will be back with a fresh new episode the first week in January. Have a hip holiday!

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Bike to work. James started a website to help others organize their own Bike to Work Week in their town.
• Bake for change. Jay discovered BakeForChange.com, a website all about building a sustainable gingerbread house.
• Eagles go green. Elena emailed about how the Philadelphia Eagles have made their stadium more eco-friendly.
• More lead. Michele sent along an article about more lead turning up in kid's jewelry.
• Amazon Watch. Sebastien was shocked when he watched a documentary by Amazon Watch about Texaco/Chevron Oil.
• Going to the dogs. Shayna sent along a great eco-friendly tip: wrap presents for friends who love dogs in biodegradable dog poop bags.Val recommends BioBag Dog Waste Bags.
• Recycling ChicoBags? Sara was wondering if there was any way to recycle her old ChicoBags. Send them back to us and we'll give them to the ChicoBag Company. They pass along the old bags to artists who make them into door mats, dogs beds, and even prayer flags. Send your old ChicoBags to:
  Greenfeet.com
  275 Fairchild Ave #107
  Chico, CA 95973

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More Hip Than Hippie #129 - Inside Ready Made Magazine

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Samuel Smith's Winter Welcome Ale

Chocolate: Dolfin Dark Chocolate with Green Aniseed and Dolfin Dark Chocolate with Crystallized Orange Peel sent in by Giovana in the UK

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• How much do you know? Take the Mother Earth quiz and test your knowledge about the planet.

Hip News:

• Not our beer! Lawmakers in Wyoming are considering a tax increase on beer.

 

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ is to try giving a non-material gift this Holiday season. Make a coupon for a lesson of some sort or cook a meal for someone. By giving a gift from the heart, you'll keep waste out of the landfill!

Inside Ready Made Magazine

Jen Trolio, Associate Editor at Ready Made Magazine, calls into the patio for a chat. Listen in for some brilliant DIY holiday decorations.

Submit your favorite DIY projects to Ready Made at articles@ReadyMadeMag.com.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Setting an example. Patrick sent along an article about a Canadian retail chain that has pulled plastic water bottles from their stores.
• A couple things. Trina sent in a couple of links this week. The first is for a series of radio shows by Marketplace reporting on sustainability issues. She also sent a link to a story on greenwashing.
• Global warming viral video. Sarah loved the message of the short film The North Pole is Melting by AtomFilms.
• How's it made? Check out The Story of Stuff, an informational look at the process of production, consumption, and the effect on our environment. Thanks to Sara for sending in this link!
• Trashy Chic. James saw these trashy tiaras, made from recycled items, and thought of the Green Divas.

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More Hip Than Hippie #128 - Lead Free Toys for Girls and Boys

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Cappuccino Stout by Lagunita's Brewing Company

Chocolate: Green and Black's 70% Dark Chocolate and Milk Chocolate with Crunchy Butterscotch sent in by Giovana in the UK

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Beer on a plane. Two UK airlines are considering having barrels of beer on the drink carts of their new planes.
• And the winner is. . . Iceland! According to a recent report, Iceland is the best country to live in.

Hip News:

• Better mileage. House Democrats have voted to raise auto fuel economy to 35 miles per gallon by 2020.

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ is to see how low you can keep the temperature in your house (without freezing, of course). Try turning down the thermostat a few degrees and wearing more layers around the house. You'll use less energy and save a few bucks too!

Lead Free Toys for Girls and Boys

It's that time of year - the holidays. That means big spending on gifts, especially toys for kids. With all the toy recalls from high levels of lead still fresh in our minds, it has become even more important to find out where your toys come from and how they are made. Don't forget to surf over to Greenfeet.com to see our selection of safe toys and lead test kits.

Check out some of the links below for tips and ideas for buying safe toys this holiday season.
• A Year Without 'Made in China' is a book about one woman's quest to live a year without buying goods made in China.
• 250 Lead Free Toys Made in the USA
• The Not Made In China List at PowerofPeace.com

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Detroit Lions go carbon neutral. Ed found out that the trees used to offset the Detroit Lions football game were planted six years ago. He talks more about it on his podcast, The Green Tax Podcast.
• Is organic better? Kevin sent a link to an article that digs a little deeper into the pros and cons of eating organic.
• Get your LED lights here! Michelle was wondering about recycling her old Christmas lights. HolidayLEDs will recycle your old incandescent lights if you opt to switch to LEDs. The first 100 people to send in their old lights get a free strand of LED lights. Awesome!
• Recycling made more convenient. Susan always recycles, but isn't a fan of all the bulky containers full of stuff to recycle. That's why she's a fan of the Ecopod, an easy-step compaction system for recycling.
• Dori and Val get a makeover! Dennis sent along this humorous representation of Dori and Val as elves.
• Great gift idea. Anna wrote in to let us know about the Seven Wishes Bracelets by Peace Love, and Earth. You tie a knot for each of the seven wishes you make and it serves as a constant reminder of your wishes and affirmations. When the bracelet falls off, it means your wishes will come true.

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More Hip Than Hippie #127 - Hip Holiday Traditions

Val's friends Bryan and Marshall stop by the patio to chat about holiday traditions.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Deschutes Inversion IPA

Chocolate: Shaman's Vision 60% organic dark chocolate with coconut by Shaman Chocolates

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Empowering youth. Roots and Shoots is a sustainability program for school kids that empowers the children to make sustainable changes in their communities.

Hip News:

• Rockefeller Center tree goes green. Energy saving lights will be used on the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree this year. The tree will also be getting some of its power from solar panels installed atop Rockefeller Center.

 

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ is to take a Holiday Survival Kit with you for holiday shopping. Things to include: at least 2-3 reusable shopping bags, a box or crate to transfer purchases from the bags in the car, a reusable water bottle, and a reusable coffee mug.

Hip Holiday Traditions

Val's friends Bryan and Marshall stop by the patio to chat about holiday traditions.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Spice it up! Check out Craig's company based in South Africa, the Organic Chilli Company.
• Chocolate to the rescue. Jay sent a link to an article from NPR called How Chocolate Can Save the Planet.
• Watch it. Jennifer sent along a link to this YouTube Video.
• You have a choice! Kristi discovered CatalogChoice.org which lets you opt-out of over 1000 different catalogs.
• DIY for the ladies. Shayna sent a link about DIY menstrual pads.
• Check it out. Rose wanted to recommend Get Green Podcasts, video podcasts produced by her dad.

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More Hip Than Hippie #126 - Happy Holidays with Bruce Littlefield

He was so great the first time, Dori and Val had to have him back! Bruce Littlefield calls in to the patio to chat.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Mothership Wit by New Belgium Brewery

Chocolate: Ghana Panama Ecuador 75% Chocolate bar by Theo Chocolate sent in by Amy from Xeko

Hip News

• In case you haven't heard, global warming is real. Not like we needed anymore convincing, but the U.N. has issued a report confirming that global warming is, in fact, occurring.

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ is to do your holiday decorating with LED lights. Since they are more energy efficient than traditional holiday lights, you can expect to save about 90% in energy use.

Happy Holidays with Bruce Littlefield

He was so great the first time, Dori and Val had to have him back! Bruce Littlefield calls in to the patio to chat and discuss his latest book, Merry Christmas, America! . And be sure to watch Bruce on NBC's Today Show on December 1st.

Hipster Meet Up at the SF Green Festival

Below are the pics from the Hipster meet up at the San Francisco Green Festival!

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• It all makes sense now! Several listeners sent in links to an article in National Geographic that links the origins of chocolate to beer makers 3,000 years ago. No wonder beer and chocolate make such a great combination.
• Green invades our national parks. Dee sent along an article about how the National Park Foundation is working to reduce the waste produced in America's national parks.
• Kid's PJ's, minus the chemicals. Last week, Dori and Val talked about the flame retardants in kid's pajamas. Michele found that several companies, like The Gap, make snug-fitting 100% cotton pjs that are not treated with flame retardants. Val recommends Under The Canopy for organic pajamas.
• Going green at Google. Aaron sent along a link to a slide show of the new solar installation at the Googleplex in Mountain View, CA.
• Beer prices on the rise. Rachel was dismayed to learn that a hops shortage could result in an increase in beer prices.
• If toxic pollution is in products, is it in us? That's the question that 35 Americans, from all walks of life, social, and economic backgrounds have set out to answer with the Is It In Us? Project. Thanks to Eileen for sending along this link.
• Books without the paper. Chris goes to Audible.com to download audio versions of his favorite books and magazines to his iPod.

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More Hip Than Hippie #125 - The Green Festival

Dori and Val recap their adventures at the Green Festival in San Francisco.

Beer and Chocolate

Beer: Sierra Nevada Harvest Ale

Chocolate: Organic Double Dark Truffle 60% by Terra Nostra Chocolates

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Val's a star! Val was featured as an Entrepreneur Mom in the latest edition of Working Mother Magazine.
• Mmm. . . ham soda. This holiday season Jones Soda will be coming out with holiday-themed limited edition packs of flavored soda. The Christmas pack includes flavors like sugar plum, Christmas tree, egg nog, and Christmas ham. Kosher? No problem. Just pick up the Hanukkah pack with flavors like jelly doughnut, apple sauce, chocolate coins, and latkes soda.

Hip News:

• Key to energy and climate. The International Energy Agency predicts that India and China will account for around 45% of the increase in global primary energy demand through 2030.

 

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ deals with disposing of leftover medications. New advice suggests mixing your old medicines with used cat litter. It's better for the environment than flushing and it renders medicines too yucky to try if children, pets, or drug abusers find them in the trash.

The Green Festival and More

While at the Green Festival in San Francisco, Dori and Val met a lot of people and discovered some amazing green companies. Below are some of their favorites:

• Plug it in! One of Val's favorite booths was all about plug-in cars. Learn more at PluginAmerica.org.
• Eco-friendly holiday cards. Check out Green Field Paper Company for your green holiday cards. Choose from designs made with recycled paper, hemp, or Grow-A-Note, which are imbedded with seeds and can be planted.
• Cute, cuddly, and eco-friendly. Meet the Earth Friends, ragdolls made from natural and recycled materials. Check out their website at TheEarthFriends.com.
• World Centric. Check out WorldCentric.org, a non-profit organization working to reduce economic injustice and environmental degradation through education, community networks & sustainable enterprises.
• New magazine. Positively Green is a new magazine focused on women going green.
• Wrap 'em up! Moby Wrap Baby Carriers are baby carriers in organic cotton that are more comfortable to wear and eco-friendly too!
• Beware of the monster. Have a laugh at Andy, creator of the ChicoBag, dressed as the plastic bag monster and scaring folks around San Francisco.

 

10 Great Green Opportunities. If you're looking for an eco-friendly job, opportunities are popping up across almost every industry. E Magazine lays out 10 of these new green opportunities and some industry contacts if you're interested.

1. Green Globetrotters: Travel and Hospitality. Contact the International Ecotourism Society and the Green Hotels Association.
2. Sustainability Stewards: Planning and Land Use. Contact the American Planning Association and the International City/County Management Association.
3. Complementary Care: Health and Medicine. Contact Dr. Matthew Fisel, the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, and Creative Wellness.
4. Power Pushers: Energy and Renewables. Contact Greenjobs and the Apollo Alliance.
5. Planet Protectors: Legal Careers. Contact Lewis & Clark Law School and Earthjustice.
6. Green Geeks: Information Technology. Contact EcoVentures International.
7. Eco Educators: Green Learning. Contact the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education and the Presidio School of Management.
8. Better Builders: Design and Construction. Contact the U.S. Green Building Council and Amsterdam Village.
9. Improving Industry: Corporate Social Responsibility. Contact the Social Venture Network.
10. Organic Occupations: Food and Farming. Contact WWOOF, the Northeast Organic Farming Association, and Albert's Organics.

 

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Canada, eh? While on a recent trip to Canada, Natalie found a great shirt that reminded her of Dori and Val, see the above picture. Check out all her pictures on her blog.
• Problem of poop and plastic. Rick was wondering how to avoid plastic bags when it comes to picking up after your pet. Try the BioBag Dog Waste Bags which are 100% compostable and biodegradable.
• Bike blog. Listener Leslie in New York has pledged to do 75% of her solo traveling by bike. Follow her adventures on her blog at Biketrekking.blogspot.com.

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More Hip Than Hippie #124 - Hipster Hints Part 1

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Kennebunkport Pumpkin Ale

Chocolate: Butlers Organic Dark Chocolate 70% sent in by Fiona

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Your new favorite accessory? A nice rack. Check out the Wine Rack, an ingenious device that allows you to bring beer to your favorite events. The best part? When full, you have nice new pair of knockers.
• Consumer Consequences. Consumer Consequences is a new online game that explores whether or not the impact of the modern American lifestyle is sustainable in the long run.
• Be the change. Check out the Be the Change! Share Your Story! School Video Contest. Kids execute an environmental, human rights, or social justice project and submit videos about it. The winner receives $50,000 in cash and prizes for their school.
• Wind it up. The world's first wind-up MP3 player is now available, no batteries necessary.

Hip News:

• Chemicals in the body. The Holland family signed up for a cutting-edge study to measure levels of industrial chemicals in the body. They were shocked to find that their 2 children, ages 5 years and 18 months, had chemical exposure levels up to 7 times those of their parents.
• Did your state make the list? Forbes has released its list of America's Greenest States.

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ is to make your holiday gift bows from recycled materials, like magazines. Check out Danny Seo's Simply Green Living blog for directions.

Hipster Hints Part 1

Skeptics beware! After her not-so-productive meeting with our local congressman, Val decided she needed to do some research. She wanted to be prepared to participate in an open dialogue next time she met an environmental skeptic. Dori and Val discuss what she found out in today's show.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Really small cars. Veggy Liz in NYC had a good laugh at Tiny Car Review, a YouTube short video about small cars.
• Walmart, the musical? Beth wanted to let everyone know about Walmartopia, a musical about a world where Walmart dominates.
• Expand your mind, feed the hungry. Kellie discovered FreeRice.com. For each vocabulary word you get right, 10 grains of rice are donated to feed the hungry.

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More Hip Than Hippie #123 - A Girl Named Guy

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Chimay Red, sent in by listener Philip

Chocolate: Wilde Irish Organic Chocolate 70%, sent in by Listener Fiona from Ireland

Hipster Meet Up

Hipster Meet Up: Green Festival in San Francisco. If you're planning on attending the San Francisco Green Festival on November 10th and want to meet up with Dori, Val, and other Hipsters, send an email to hip@greenfeet.com and let us know!

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ is to set up a meeting with your local congress person to discuss how your community can become more sustainable.

A Girl Named Guy

Leah Guy of A Girl Named Guy calls in for an interview. Check out her website, AGirlNamedGuy.com for info about all of Leah's projects, including her television show which premieres November 6th.

Pick up a copy of Leah's book, Life's a Gift . . . OPEN IT! available November 6th.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Produce Bags. Jas is well known at his local grocery store for being "the guy with the green [ChicoBags] bags". He was wondering if there are any reusable bags for produce. Try the GardenSacs and Produce Bags.
• Fold It! Chava wanted everyone to know about a cool website she discovered, FoldSchool.com. It's a collection of free patterns to make children's furniture out of cardboard.
• Eco-friendly paint. Dr. Belle found Boomerang Paints, available in Canada, that's eco-friendly, low VOC, and most importantly, CHEAP!

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More Hip Than Hippie #122 - One F Jef

Beer and Chocolate

Beer: Butte Creek Organic Pale Ale

Chocolate: Praline milk chocolate with hazelnut-creme filling sent in by listener Skye

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Looking for cruelty-free cosmetics? The Coalition for Consumer Information on Cosmetics has a downloadable pocket-sized cruelty-free shopping guide so you can always shop smart.
• Beer goggles, anyone? Pick up your own pair of authentic beer goggles - just pick out your favorite beer and Urban Spectacles will create your very own pair.

Hipster Meet Up: Green Festival in San Francisco. If you're planning on attending the San Francisco Green Festival on November 10th and want to meet up with Dori, Val, and other Hipsters, send an email to hip@greenfeet.com and let us know!

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ comes from new listener Christina who lives in Japan. In Japan, instead of having paper towels in the restrooms, women carry small towels in their bags which they use to dry their hands. They are no bigger than a washcloth and come in a variety of styles and colors. If you knit or sew, it would be easy to make in the exact color and size you want. Think of all the paper that could be saved by making this small change!

One F Jef

Jef, owner of Cartridge World in Chico, CA stops by the patio for an interview to talk about his two passions in life: Cartridge World and chickens.

If you love chickens as much as One F Jef, place a bid on a new pet at EggBid.com.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Discovery at an arts fair. At a recent arts fair, Michele met Louise Shurr, who makes reusable bags out of designer fabric remnants. She then donates her fabric remnants to quilting circles and other worthwhile organizations. Check out her bags at GrowTreeBags.com.
• Martha Moment! Erin was inspired by a Martha Stewart show about making your old t-shirts into reusable shopping bags.
• More Hip mention! The recently engaged AudioKitty (Congrats!) picked up a copy of Eco-Chic Weddings and was excited to see Greenfeet.com and More Hip Than Hippie mentioned as resources!
• Creating green opportunities. Michelle from Chattanooga was listening to the Living On Earth podcast and wanted to share the Green Collar Revolution segment with everyone. It features an interview with a gentleman whose organization promotes green business training for people of color and low incomes.
• Step It Up. Lisa wanted everyone to know about the Step It Up National Day of Climate Action, a series of rallies across the nation on November 3rd.
• Peddle your way to a freshly cut lawn. Debra discovered the Eco Lawn Mower Bike that lets you get some exercise and mow the lawn at the same time.
• True Cost of Food. Dee sent along a link to short film called the True Cost of Food about sustainable agriculture vs. corporate megacropping and factory farms.
• Smart search engine. Elena likes using GoodSearch.com, a search engine that donates half of its ad revenue to charity.
• How green is that brand? Shayna sent along a link to BadBuster. It gives a quick glimpse of "green" ratings of businesses you run across while reading searching, or shopping online.

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More Hip Than Hippie #121 - We've Got Worms

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Sirius Cream Ale by Lagunitas Brewing Company

Chocolate: Cremant 55% dark chocolate by Pronatec, sent in by listener Skye in Switzerland.

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Where's the Monkee? Here's the Monkee! Above is the long awaited picture of Dori with Davy Jones.
• Halloween ChicoBags 3 for $10! Don't miss your last chance to order 3 Limited Edition Halloween ChicoBags for $10!
• More Hip t-shirts on sale! If you haven't ordered a More Hip Than Hippie t-shirt, then now is the time! All More Hip T-shirts are marked down and priced to sell - order yours today!
• Orange you glad you listen to More Hip? Dori found an interesting article about 10 unique uses for orange peels.

News:

• Congrats, Al Gore! Al Gore and the U.N.'s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change were announced the winners of the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize for their work drawing attention to climate change. Way to go, Al! After the win, listener Raven came across a great article about Al Gore and the IPCC called "Al Gore, the Nobel Prize and the End of the Beginning".
• Lead in lipsticks. A recent product test by the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics found that more than half of the 33 brand-name lipsticks tested contained lead. Read their entire report entitled A Poison Kiss.

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ is to evaluate your window coverings to reduce your heating costs. Open up your curtains and blinds during the day to let the Winter sun in to heat up your space. At night, close the blinds and curtains to keep the heat contained in your house.

We've Got Worms

Listen in as Dori and Val get the facts straight about worms and vermicomposting. Oh yeah, and you'll learn how Dori was emotionally scarred by worms as a child.

Here are some worm links:
• Cornell Composting vermicomposting how to
• TimeToRecycle.com vermicomposting tips
• Squirmin Herman worm facts
• The Worm Farm online worm store

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Kids up for the challenge. Diana wanted to pass along a link to the Weather Channel's Going Green Challenge. The contest invites kids to submit their original ideas for making the world a greener place. The prize? $10,000 and a day with an expert from the film The 11th Hour.
• What's in your Bud? According to an analysis by Greenpeace, Anheuser-Busch has been using a genetically modified strain of rice in its brewing process.
• Breastfeeding- better for you than we thought. Recently, Kathy was listening to MHTH 69 - Breast Cancer Awareness. She sent along a link to an article about how breastfeeding might help lower your risk for breast cancer. She also sent along a link about the Freegan movement.
• Shout out! Thanks to Catherine in Colorado who added More Hip Than Hippie to the recommendations page on her website VeryHealthyLife.com.
• Listener TWG. Michele recommends installing an extra shower rod for air drying clothes. She also likes to take her Evert Fresh Produce Bags with her to the grocery store so she doesn't have to use the plastic produce bags provided by the store.

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More Hip Than Hippie #120 - It's Aromatherapy Thyme

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Believe it or not, it was too early for beer when Dori & Val recorded the podcast. Beer will triumphantly return next week!

Chocolate: Dagoba Seeds, organic chocolate with hemp, pumpkin, and sunflower seeds.

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• More Hip t-shirts on sale! If you haven't ordered a More Hip Than Hippie t-shirt, then now is the time! All More Hip T-shirts are marked down and priced to sell - order yours today!
• Music to our ears. Check out the eco-friendly Vers Sound System. It works with your iPod and iPhone and is built using wood harvested from sustainable managed plantations and uses an energy efficient amplifier.
• Eco-friendly sportswear. Check out Planet Protect Sportswear, where 10% of every purchase is donated to helping the planet.

News:

• Go Gore! Al Gore is a likely candidate for the Nobel Peace Prize for his work raising awareness about climate change. The winner will be announced on October 15th.
• China steps up. China will substitute energy efficient CFL's for incandescent light bulbs within the next ten years.

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ is to try an essential oil if you have never tried one before. If you have used essential oils before, try a new one! Check out Greenfeet.com for all your Aromatherapy needs.

It's Aromatherapy Thyme

Patricia Carol Brooks, Editorial Director for Aromatherapy Thymes magazine, calls in from Los Angeles for an interview. Pick up your copy at your local Whole Foods or stop by www.AromatherapyThymes.com to find out where to purchase a copy near you.

Check out Greenfeet.com for all your Aromatherapy needs:

• Aromatherapy Mists
• Carrier Oils
• Diffusers
• Essential Oils

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Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Office gift exchange. Michele posted a good idea for making office gift exchanges a little more interesting on her blog.
• Diabetic Challenge. Jay sent in a link in response to another listener email that has a daughter who is diabetic. Raw for 30 Days is a film about diabetics who combat their disease by changing their eating habits. He also sent along an article about the impact of meat production on climate change.
• Schools go green. Lisa sent along an article about schools moving in a green direction. She wanted to know if she can listen to Dori's morning radio show online. You can listen to a stream at 107ThePoint.com.
• Shop smart. Sarah thought everyone might want to check out a video about deciphering PLU codes on produce to distinguish between conventionally grown, organic, and genetically modified fruits and vegetables.
• Changes at Sam's Club. Kathy was excited to hear that Sam's Club will be converting its ground coffee to be Fair Trade Certified.

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More Hip Than Hippie #119 - Falloween

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Salt Spring Porter from Gulf Islands Brewery sent in by listener Cindy

Chocolate: Olivia Perfection sent in by Alvin from Singapore

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• More Hip t-shirts on sale! If you haven't ordered a More Hip Than Hippie t-shirt, then now is the time! All More Hip T-shirts are marked down and priced to sell - order yours today!
• Fair Trade Trick-or-Treating. Check out the Fair Trade Trick or Treat Action Kit, complete with fair trade chocolate, Halloween postcards, and Mexican party streamers.

News:

• It's a step in the right direction, right? President Bush has urged the nations set goals to curb greenhouse gas emissions, but stops short of accepting mandatory curbs set out in an existing U.N. accord.
• Wal-Mart works to reduce CO2 emissions. Wal-Mart has joined forces with the Carbon Disclosure Project to gauge the CO2 emissions to create seven different product categories sold at its stores.
• Green makeover for Fenway Park. The famous baseball stadium, Fenway Park, is cleaning up its act by expanding its recycling program, using more energy efficient lighting and equipment, and featuring organic and locally grown foods in the concession stands.

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ was inspired by listener Kathy and is to just say no to ATM receipts. If everyone were to taking ATM receipts for a year, we'd save a roll of paper long enough to circle the Earth 12 times!

Falloween

Are you ready to welcome Fall? Dori and Val give you tips to get your home ready for the change in seasons. Greenfeet.com has all the products you need to make the transition eco-friendly.

• Make sure you have plenty of charged, rechargeable batteries available, or pick up a ShakeLight - no batteries necessary!
• Take time to enjoy a warm cup of tea or coffee. Try the Wisdom Tea Wand and Wisdom Coffee Wand, which allow you to filter out tea leaves and coffee beans right from your mug.
• The Limited Edition Halloween ChicoBag will a favorite of green ghosts and goblins. Not only can it be used year after year, but it hauls an impressive 20 lbs. worth of candy!

BOO! Don't let the thought of finding a Halloween costume scare you, Martha has you covered. Check out Martha Stewart's 8 no-sew costumes that are creative, easy to make, and sure to be a hit at all those Halloween parties. Suite101 has great ideas for eco-minded costumes, like dressing up as global warming or a compact fluorescent light bulb.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• She'll be jammin'. Beth is really excited about attending JamCruise, a week-long music festival that takes place on a cruise ship. It's a great event that strives to be as green as possible. A few years ago, they partnered with Trees for the Future, and for every $10 donated by a cruiser, 100 trees are planted to offset the CO2 of the cruise. JamCruise is also working with Blue Sun Biodiesel to develop a biodiesel fuel for the ship this year.
• Stay static-free. New listener Michele wanted to let everyone know about Static Eliminator, chemical-free dryer sheets that work great!
• Take the 2 Mile Challenge. Mike heard about Cliff Bar promoting the 2 Mile Challenge and thought it was pretty cool. The challenge promotes riding your bike for trips under two miles. Check out 2MileChallenge.com where you can map your two mile radius and sign up for the challenge.
• Powered by the sun. Shayna sent along an article about the first solar electric bike.

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More Hip Than Hippie #118 - The Recycling Diva

Jennifer Arbuckle, the Recycling Diva, stops by to talk about the do's and don'ts of recycling.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Samuel Smith's Organic Ale

Chocolate: Citron & Poivre extra fine dark chocolate with lemon and black pepper by Chocolat Frey.

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• More Hip t-shirts on sale! If you haven't ordered a More Hip Than Hippie t-shirt, then now is the time! All More Hip T-shirts are marked down and priced to sell - order yours today!
• BOO! Place your order for the limited edition Halloween ChicoBag.
• Lots of Lefty's. According to a recent study, the number of left-handed people is increasing.
• Stick with Your Beliefs! Ditch the super glue for the much more earth-friendly Eco-Glue.
• Cradle-to-Cradle. Products with Cradle-to-Cradle certification have an overall design that takes into the consideration the entire life cycle of the product.

News:

• Phasing out ozone-killers. Almost 200 countries have agreed to speed up the elimination of hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFC's).
• Lights out in San Francisco. An organization called Lights Out San Francisco is asking city residents and businesses to install CFL's and turn out all unnecessary lights from 8-9 PM on Saturday October 20th.

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ is to just say no to the phone book! Did you know that 10% of our landfills are old phone books? Try calling your phone company and see if they have a list that you can be removed from. If not, ask who prints the phone book and call them. If you can't stop the delivery of the phone book, make sure you recycle them!

The Recycling Diva

Jennifer Arbuckle, the Recycling Diva, stops by the patio to discuss the do's and don'ts of recycling. Check out Co-op America's list of 21 Things You Didn't Know You Could Recycle.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Pollution deaths. Kristi sent along a recent study conducted by Cornell University concluding that pollution is responsible for 40% of the planet's death toll.
• Save the tress! Raz wanted to let us know about Eco-Libris, a new business that lets book readers balance out the paper used for their books by planting trees.
• Plastic-free. CB wanted everyone to know about EnviroWoman's Plastic-Free Challenge. She's been plastic-free for almost 9 months now!
• Earth-friendly sealant. Chuck is looking for a low VOC sealant for his basement floor. Val's a fan of the water-based AFM Safe Coat.

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More Hip Than Hippie #117 - A Chat with Amy Tucker

Amy Tucker, Inventor of the Xeko trading card game, calls in for an interview.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Kill Ugly Radio Ale from Lagunitas Brewing Co. in Petaluma, CA

Chocolate: Ginger crystallized in dark chocolate from Chocolove.

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• More Hip t-shirts on sale! If you haven't ordered a More Hip Than Hippie t-shirt, then now is the time! All More Hip T-shirts are marked down and priced to sell - order yours today!
• BOO! Place your order for the limited edition Halloween ChicoBag.
• Sun in a jar? Check out the Sun Jar - a jar with LED lights inside that are charged by solar power.
• Welcome back! A triumphant return of the essential oil of the week. The return was inspired by Aromatherapy Thymes magazine that Val picked up last weekend.
• Essential Oil: Black Pepper. Click here for information and recipes for black pepper essential oil. Warning for moms-to-be: Avoid black pepper essential oil while pregnant.

News:

• Try again, Fred Thompson. Fred Thompson explained his position on climate change in a rather humorous way during an interview with Paul Harvey.
• A victory for industrial hemp. California Legislature recently passed the Industrial Hemp Bill for the second time in two years. Up next? The office of Governor Schwarzenegger.
• Judge rejects carmakers' carbon lawsuit. A federal judge ruled that states can regulate greenhouse gas emissions from vehicles to the dismay of the auto industry who claimed it was a power of the federal government.

 

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ is to cut down on waste, as well as use of toxic chemicals, by saying no to doubles at the photo shop, unless you really plan to use them. Instead of doubles, save the negatives that come with your prints, or archive your photos digitally. That way you can make reproductions later for images you really want.

A Chat with Amy Tucker

Amy Tucker, Inventor of the Xeko trading card game, calls in for an interview. The game is not only fun and educational, but the company is very eco-friendly. All the cards are printed on 100% recycled paper with soy inks. Xeko even has a recycling program that recycles the wrappers of their products. Now that's closing the loop!

Be sure to surf by Xeko.com - it's a wonderful, interactive website with tons of information and fun!

Order your Xeko game sets at Greenfeet.com. Keep an eye out for the release of Xeko Mission: Indonesia - Coming Soon to Greenfeet!

We've Been Nomiated!

 

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• We love Sierra Nevada! Diana thought we'd be excited to hear that Sierra Nevada is going off the grid.
• The Village. Fiona wrote in to tell us about the great eco-minded community she lives in, called The Village. It's located in Ireland and is being developed by a group of people who are committed to ecological, social, and economical sustainability.
• Great new blog. Jessica has started her own blog called Moms Living Green. Check it out!
• Sustainable knitting needles. Laura in Michigan wanted to spread the word about her favorite sustainable knitting needles made from birch wood, Brittany Knitting Needles.
• A platform for social good. Sara is a big fan of Razoo, a community united around making a positive difference in the world.
• Salt water as fue? Sarabadera sent us a link on myspace about a man who figured out how to burn salt water, raising questions about the use of salt water as fuel.
• Videos from Colin, Carrick, and Gareth. Check out their YouTube webpage for all their eco-minded videos.

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More Hip Than Hippie #116 - Green Grumpies

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Eeel River Brewing Organic Amber Ale

Chocolate: Bayano dark chocolate 70% with cacao nibs and cinnamon oil from Seeds of Change

Hip News and Finds:

Finds:

• More Hip t-shirts on sale! If you haven't ordered a More Hip Than Hippie t-shirt, then now is the time! All More Hip T-shirts are marked down and priced to sell - order yours today!
• BOO! Place your order for the limited edition Halloween ChicoBag.
• DIY from Danny Seo. Check out Danny Seo's blog for instructions on how to make curly ribbons for gift giving from old magazines.
• Serious Materials. Serious Materials makes eco-friendly building materials and recently received a GoingGreen award.

News:

• Convicts go green. Convicts at a Norwegian prison are serving time by working to decrease their carbon footprint. The inmates recycle their waste and install solar panels to make the facility more eco-friendly.

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ is to make a commitment to yourself to be informed. Then make the decision that you feel comfortable with and feel good about it. A good example of this would be to purchase locally grown grapes instead of ones flown in from thousands of miles away.

Green Grumpies

Has all the news about global warming got you down? Cheer up - you are making a difference! Don't believe us? Check out the links below - they'll lift your spirits!

• The Good Environmental News Page
• Progress with the Montreal Protocol
• Good News from Patigonia.com
• Attention shoppers: Fayetteville, AR - new sustainability hotspot?
• Coca-Cola takes on environmental initiatives
• Global Bird Conservation Effort Lifts Off

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Have to see it to believe it. Longtime listener Brian sent in a link some interesting pictures of waste - such as the number of plastic bags used in the US every five seconds.
• A couple of links. Derek sent in a couple of links. The first is for NatureClean toxin-free cleaning solutions. The other link is for an enlightening article about green cars and how it's illegal to sell them in some states.
• Shout out! We just want to give a big shout out and thank you to Neurotica Girl for mentioning us on her blog.
• Don't label me! Thanks to Galina for sending in a link to My Brand New Life, an article about an English man who removed all branded products from his life for a year.
• Beware of microwave popcorn. Patrick sent along an article about the danger of microwave popcorn fumes.

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More Hip Than Hippie #115 - A Home Energy Revolution

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Redbridge beer made with sorgum

Chocolate: Organic Milk Chocolate with Key Lime by Endagered Species

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• More Hip t-shirts on sale! If you haven't ordered a More Hip Than Hippie t-shirt, then now is the time! All More Hip T-shirts are marked down and priced to sell - order yours today!
• BOO! Place your order for the limited edition Halloween ChicoBag.
• Knit up something special. The recent toy recalls have many parents worried about what their kids are being exposed to. KnittingDaily.com offers new patterns for handmade toys, so lead in the paint is not an issue.
• They're moms, and they're angry. Two Angry Moms is a documentary about two moms who are "fed-up" with the poor quality of their children's school lunches.
• Check it out. FixingThePlanet.com is a new one-stop resource for sustainable living put together by one of our favorite guys - Ed Begley Jr.
• Is a flood coming? Climate Appraisal Services is a new online service that will tell you if your home will be submerged by water due to climate change in the next century.

News:

• Have you sinned against the planet? Whether you have some residual guilt from not recycling that newspaper the other day or neglecting to carbon offset your recent vacation, you can now ease your soul and rest your mind. Festival-goers attending the Waveney Greenpeace festival will have a chance to confess green sins to a priest.
• Congratulations, Dirk. Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorne has been awarded the Rubber Dodo award by the Center for Biological Diversity in honor going one year and 90 days without listing a new species as endangered or threatened.
• Bravo, Starbucks. Starbucks has vowed to be rBGH-free by the end of 2007. The cows of America thank you.
• Climate Compromise. Rough targets have been agreed upon after a weeklong U.N. climate conference. 158 countries were in attendance.

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ comes from Katie in Portland, OR. Her family had a shrinky dink party and made reusable gift tags for the whole family. By making reusable tags, you can reduce the waste created from gift giving.

A Home Energy Revolution

Mike Tidwell calls the patio from Takoma Park, Maryland to talk to Dori and Val about how to start your own home energy revolution.

With a budget of $7,500, Mike Tidwell set out to cut his household CO2 emissions by 80 percent. By making changes such as installing a corn burning stove, switching to compact fluorescent light bulbs, line drying clothes, and investing in an extremely high efficiency refridgerator, he was able to cut his family's electricity use by 52%. For more tips, check out his organization the Chesapeake Climate Action Network and ClimateEmergency.org for those living outside the Maryland and D.C. area.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Veggie-fest! Liz and Scott just wanted to remind everyone that October 1st is World Vegetarian Day.
• The world without us. Mr. Designer found WorldWithoutUs.com, which shows the effects humankind will have on the earth long after we're gone.
• For pets with a sophisticated style. Check out Grand Cru Whiner and Diner pet dishes, elevated pet dishes made from recycled wooden wine crates.

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More Hip Than Hippie #114 - Snoozapalooza

We spend about 1/3 of our life in bed. You'd think we'd know a lot about sleep, but we really don't. Listen in as Dori and Val set the record straight on sleep.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Abner Weed Amber Ale by Mt. Shasta Brewing Co. in Weed, CA.

Chocolate: Lotte Dream Cacao 86% sent in by listener Mike. Thanks Mike!

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• More Hip t-shirts on sale! If you haven't ordered a More Hip Than Hippie t-shirt, then now is the time! All More Hip T-shirts are marked down and priced to sell - order yours today!
• This headgear is cool... really. Japanese researchers have designed a hands free headgear that lets users clench their teeth to control their iPod. It was designed to be a more convenient way to operate your iPod while on crowded busses or trains.
• Did you know. . that Joe Strummer of The Clash was the first artist to make an album carbon neutral through the planting of trees? Check out The CarbonNeutral Company, that Joe Strummer helped to get started.
• BOO! Place your pre-order for the limited edition Halloween ChicoBag.

News:

• White House ordered to issue reports. A federal judge ordered the Bush administration to issue two scientific reports on climate change. The order was the result of a lawsuit brought by environmentalists against the White House for failing to produce the documents.
• The Grist List. The Grist.org has complied a list of top 15 green colleges and universities. See if your alma mater made the list. The University of California, Chico in the hometown of More Hip Than Hippie, made the list at number 8.

 

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ is to make your own hand sanitizer. Use 1/4 cup of aloe vera gel, 1/4 cup of vodka, and 10 drops of essential oil. Mix it together and put it in a container for hand sanitizing on the go. You also might want check out the Giovanni Organic Mini Towelettes from Greenfeet.

Snoozapalooza

We promise not to put you to sleep. . . right now. What a good night's sleep do for you? Well, for starters, a good night's sleep can:

• Keep your heart healthy
• May prevent cancer
• Reduce stress
• Reduce inflammation
• Increase alertness
• Bolster your memory
• May help to lose weight
• Naps make you smarter
• Reduce risk for depression
• Help the body make repairs

Want to know more? Check out the Top 10 Health Benefits of a Good Night's Sleep and Top 10 Better Sleep Strategies: Great Ways to End Your Day from About.com.

 

Pick up the Firefly Bedside LECD Light Tray at Greenfeet for just enough light during the middle-of-the-night trips to the bathroom.

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Voting is easy! Just click here and fill out the simple form at Co-op America. The entire Greenfeet team thanks you for your support!

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• How sweet it is. Kellie sent along this video clip about a sugar-powered battery created by Sony.
• Go organic and travel the world. When Jessica heard about WWOOF on last week's show, she wanted to let everyone know about Organic Volunteers. She traveled to Argentina to work on an organic farm through this organization and loved it!

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More Hip Than Hippie #113 - A Free Stash of Green Cash

Get paid to live green with tax incentives. Learn about what kind of incentives are available to you as Dori & Val give you the low down.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Hite Stout from South Korea, sent in by listener Mike. Thanks Mike!

Chocolate: Vintage Plantations 75% Dark by the Rainforest Alliance

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• More Hip t-shirts on sale! If you haven't ordered a More Hip Than Hippie t-shirt, then now is the time! All More Hip T-shirts are marked down and priced to sell - order yours today!
• Who doesn't love cotton candy? Now you can indulge in your favorite childhood treat guilt-free. Check out Bernod's Spun City Organic Cotton Candy.
• Buy iTunes, plant a tree. If you buy a lot of digital music on iTunes, then you'll be interested in Tunes for Trees. For every 10 songs you purchase, they'll plant a tree.

News:

• Melting away. Arctic sea ice is melting at a record rate, according to Mark Serreze, a senior research scientist with the National Snow and Ice Data Center.
• Label it. The Carbon Trust is working with over 150 companies to produce labels for products that will list the amount of carbon emitted to produce the item.

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ comes from CNN.com and is an article about 5 new uses for old newspaper.

A Free Stash of Green Cash

Go green and get free money? Sign us up! Find out what incentives are available to you by checking out the links below.

• About.com - Get Tax Incentives for Green Living
• Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency
• Ontario Home Energy Retrofit Program
• Sustainable Energy Fund Grants
• Utility Rebate Program
• Orlando Utilities Grant
• Oregon Residential Energy Tax Credit

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Who owns whom. Leslie wanted to share an interesting chart that shows the relationships between corporations and the organic or healthy divisions of which they are parents.
• Stop huge iPhone bills! We've all heard about the girl that received a 300-page bill from AT&T detailing every text message sent and every moment spent on the Internet. Kellie found out that you can opt for a summary bill or even e-bill.
• What were they thinking? Ed was shocked to find out that the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation announced that it holds 740,000 shares of McDonald's stock. A bit confusing since the foundation is dedicated to global health issues. . .
• Give Apple a chance! Welcome aboard to new listener Chava in Israel! She loves Apple and wanted to pass along some info about their improving environmental policy.
• Myths about black web surfing. Alex found an interesting article about myths about black web surfing.
• Give WWOOF-ing a chance. Tom thought everyone should know about World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms, aka WWOOF. It provides the opportunity to travel the world while working on organic farms. You help out with the daily farming activities and in return, you get food, a bed, and an amazing learning experience. For residents of the US and UK, check out US WWOOF or UK WWOOF.
• Better than Teflon? Liz came across GreenPan Cookware, non-stick and non-toxic cookware. Thermolon, the non-stick coating in GreenPan Cookware, is the first environmentally friendly, PTFE-free one on the market.

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More Hip Than Hippie #112 - Pick Your President Part 2

This week Dori and Val go over the platforms of the Republican candidates for the 2008 US Presidential elections.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Sierra Nevada Anniversary Ale

Chocolate: Godiva Chocoiste solid dark chocolate bar and dark chocolate filled with extra dark ganache. Thanks to Colin and Carrick for sending these in!

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Gotta get these shoes! If you're looking for some eco-friendly footwear, look no further than Green Toe from Simple Shoes. Simple uses eco-friendly production methods to make stylish and sustainable shoes. We love 'em, and we know you will too!
• World's first carbon free city. Abu Dhabi is planning to build the world's first carbon-neutral city called Masdar.

News:

• Printers and your health. A new study has found that particles emitted by some laser printers could be harmful to your health.
• Rare dolphin probably extinct. The Chinese Yangtze River dolphin is probably extinct according to a team of researchers who failed to find any evidence of the rare dolphin during an extensive six-week search in late 2006.
• GM working on plug-in hybrid car. GM will begin road testing its Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid in Spring of 2008, and hopes production will begin by 2010.

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ will help you save some energy. Next time you're making a meal, try doubling the recipe and freezing half for later. Reheating a meal uses less energy than actually cooking it.

How Green is Your Candidate: Republicans

Below is a list of Republican candidates with information from HeatIsOn.org. Click on the name of the candidate for more information on their stance on the environment.

• Senator Sam Brownback
• Speaker Newt Gingrich
• Mayor Rudy Giuliani
• Senator Chuck Hagel
• Governor Mike Huckabee
• Senator John McCain
• Governor Mitt Romney

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Biosmart. Brent wanted to let everyone know about Biosmart, a company that sells disposable tableware made from renewable resources, such as sugarcane baggasse.
• Make the office more green. Rich sent along a link to 50 Tips to Reduce Your Office's Waste.
• Solar gets soul. Theresa wanted everyone to know about SolFest. Going on August 18-19, SolFest features speakers, workshops, music, and more put on by the Solar Living Institute in Hopland, California.
• A good laugh. Rachel got a good laugh from a picture in which a Hummer owner admits they are global warmers. At least they're being honest with themselves, right?
• Eco-friendly TP. Anne in East Texas thought everyone might want to know about the Conservatree Guide to Eco-friendly Toilet Paper.
• iMac aims for eco-friendly. Kellie passed along an article about Apple's plans to make the iMac more eco-friendly.

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More Hip Than Hippie #111 - Pick your President Part 1

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Blue Paddle by New Belgium Brewery

Chocolate: Cocoalux Chocolate and Bodega Chocolates

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• For your Teenie Weenie Greenie. Check out Greenfeet for the adorable Teenie Weenie Greenie Stainless Steel Sippy Cup!
• Go green at the X Games. Home Depot is continuing the eco-friendly tradition at the X Games by using green materials to build the ramps at this year's competition.
• Shop till you drop. The Fintura Corporation has introduced the GreenPay MasterCard, which rewards consumer spending with carbon offsets. The offsets are bought from the Chicago Climate Exchange.
• Vegans "taste better". A new study by the University of Canterbury found that many vegans prefer to only date other vegans - dubbing the crowd vegansexuals.
• Make a video, change the world. Enter Current TV's Alliance Ecospot Contest by making a 15, 30, or 60 second ad about climate crisis and your video could be shown all over the world.
• Take home some panda poop. If you're planning on making the trip to China for the 2008 Summer Olympics, you might want to pick up a souvenir made from panda poop.

News:

• Bottled-Water Industry takes a stand. In response the mounting protests against the bottled water industry, the International Bottled Water Association is launching a series of ads focusing on the health benefits of drinking water.

 

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ comes from Les in Sydney, Australia. Les recommends that when writing a shopping list, start at the bottom of the page. Tear off the list and use the remainder of the notepad for your next shopping list. Doing this can extend your notepad up to 4 times!

Pick Your President: Democrats

With the U.S. Presidential election starting to pick up, climate change has become the hot topic. Learn about the environmental platforms and records of some of the top Democratic Candidates at Grist.org:

• Chris Dodd
• John Edwards
• Dennis Kucinich
• Barak Obama

 

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Taking care of pests, naturally. Alison recently made the move from NY to NC, and was looking for some eco-friendly pest control products. Greenfeet.com carries several, like poison free ant & roach killer, roach traps, and the Organic Pest Control Handbook for tips and ideas.
• Shout out! We just wanted to give a shout out and big thanks to The Green Tax blog for mentioning More Hip - Thanks guys!
• Sunny days ahead. Kellie found a story about solar powered web hosting at thinkhost.com.
• Electronic waste recycling. Cindy was excited to discover ACTrecycling.org, a place where you can recycle cd's, dvd's, cell phone chargers, printer ink cartridges, and more.
• Stay up-to-date on recalled products. Doug found an RSS feed that keeps you updated on recalled products - just add http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prerelchild.xml as a feed.
• Hosed up. Dee was surprised to learn that lead could be leaching into your garden hose.
• The beer is here! Stacy wanted to spread the word about the Beer Chick, whose blog is all about bringing the delicious drink of beer to women. She also has been watching Shaq's Big Challenge, a show that focuses on teaching kids healthy habits. Along with the show, Shaq O'Neal has also been campaigning for healthier school lunches in Florida.
• News from Treehugger. Doug sent along an article about how the Discovery Channel has purchased Treehugger.com for $10 million.
• Plastic water bottles ok? Joanne found an from John Hopkins University that says plastic bottles do not have dioxins.
• Work for your TV. Rebecca in Boston found a bike generator, the Windstream Pedal Power Generator, that can be hooked up to most appliances - just pedal for energy!
• Cardboard footbridge. Big Ed found a story about a footbridge made of cardboard tubes has been constructed over a river Southern France. He also found a story about EVERLED LED fluorescent lights that have a 10-year life span.

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More Hip Than Hippie #110 - Scary Dairy

Is your dairy 'juiced'? Some farmers are injecting their dairy cows with rBGH, an artificial hormone that increases milk production. The effects of this hormone could be being passed along to you in your dairy.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Schlafly Imperial Stout

Chocolate: Theo Ivory Coast Dark Chocolate Bar 75% sent in by Janet. Thanks Janet!

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Church in a bar? You heard us right! Jill attends worship meetings Tuesdays at the Schlafly Bottleworks Brewery. If you're in Missouri, stop by and check it out!

News:

• California adopts tough diesel laws. California has put into place the nation's toughest regulations on off-highway diesel vehicles like bulldozers, airport baggage trucks, and ski resort snowcats.

Teenie Weenie Greenie

The first Teenie Weenie Greenie™ of this week comes from Caroline. She uses a wind-up kitchen timer instead of digital one, it's louder and doesn't use batteries. She also started timing her dishwasher so she can stop it and open it to let the dishes air dry.

The second Teenie Weenie Greenie™ is to try using Blackle.com, the energy saving version of Google that uses a black screen. If everyone used Blackle instead of Google, it would save 750 mega-watt hours a year!

Scary Dairy

The following sites have great articles about the concerns and issues surrounding the use of recombinant Bovine Growth Hormone, aka rBGH.

• The Sustainable Table
• Straus Family Creamery
• Center for Food Safety
• Food and Water Watch - rBGH fact sheet

Check out the Organic Consumers Association for a directory of rBGH-free and Organic dairies.

What can you do to make sure rBGH isn't finding its way into your dairy products? The Grace Factory Farm Project has a great list of ways to be proactive, like writing Monsanto and telling them what you think of rBGH. Write Monsanto at:

Monsanto Company
The Agricultural Group
800 N. Lindbergh Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63167

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Are you carbon conscious?Listener Rachel wants you to check out New American Dream's Carbon Conscious Consumer campaign, find ways to cut your carbon, and you could win some great eco-prizes!
• Bottled water. Did you know that last year, Americans spent more money on bottled water than on ipods or movie tickets? Patrick found an interesting article about the bottled water industry.
• Live with good intentions. Laura wanted to spread the word about a great e-zine she discovered called Good Intentions.
• A washer/dryer dilemma. Allison was looking for an affordable washer and dryer unit. Val recommends the Equator, it's one unit that doubles and both the washer and dryer.
• Bag Backlash. The "I'm not a plastic bag" canvas shopping bag has sparked a frenzy all over the world. Marketing Assistant Rachel that Fashion Indie's response to the craze, this PG-13 bag was pretty funny.

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More Hip Than Hippie #109 - Surviving A Dry Spell

Not that kind of dry spell, dirty minds! Dori and Val talk about droughts and tips for water conservation all year round.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Red Rocket Ale from Bear Republic Brewery

Chocolate: Luna(tic) Mint & Cocoa Nibs by Zazubean, sent in by Virg and Dave. Thanks guys!

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Win a 2008 Hybrid Car! Enter the iGo Green Sweepstakes at iVillage.com for a chance to win a 2008 hybrid car.
• The Mecca of yard sales. If you love yard sales, you don't want to miss out on the Highway 127 Corridor Sale, August 2-5. It's the world's longest yard sale, stretching over five states and 630 miles.
• Calling for nude volunteers! Artist Spencer Tunick is looking for volunteers to photograph in the nude in an effort to draw attention to the effects of global warming on Switzerland's shrinking glaciers.

News:

• New developments in solar panels. Researchers at the New Jersey Institute of Technology have developed an inexpensive solar cell that can be printed on plastic sheets.
• Biofuel from car fumes. Three fishing buddies from North Wales have developed a box that can be fixed underneath a car in place of the exhaust to trap the greenhouse gasses emitted from the vehicle. The captured gasses can then be processed to create a biofuel using genetically modified algae.

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

The first Teenie Weenie Greenie™ of this week comes from EarthEasy.com. Check for hidden leaks by reading your house water meter before and after a two-hour period of no water use. If the meter goes up, you know there is a leak somewhere. The second Teenie Weenie Greenie™ is to buy products with the WaterSense label. The label is authorized by the EPA and represents products that are designed to use less water.

Surviving A Dry Spell

Don't let a drought get you down! Check out some of these great articles, courtesy of About.com and EarthEasy.com, for information about droughts and easy tips for conserving water.

• What is Drought?
• What are the Effects of Drought?
• Water Now More Valuable Than Oil?
• 25 ways to save water at home

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Hope for Hemp. Kevin passed along an article about conservative residents of South Dakota that are for legalizing the growth of industrial hemp.
• Can it! Ed found an article about the BigBelly trash can. It is a solar powered public trash can that compacts people's garbage up to six times more than traditional waste receptacles.
• New life for old plastic bags. Shannon is a fan of MyRecycledBags.com, which has tons of great patterns for crocheting old plastic bags.
• From the forum. Several listeners were looking for eco-friendly wood finishes. Try Swing Paints or AFM Safecoat.

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More Hip Than Hippie #108 - A Chat with Dan Esty

Professor Dan Esty, co-author of Green to Gold, calls in to chat with Dori and Val.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Lucky 13 Anniversary Release from Lagunitas Brewing Company

Chocolate: Cocoa D' Arriba Classic 77% cacao by Hachez Chocolatier

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Goats galore! Meet Phoenix (brown and white) and Panda (black and white), Dori's new goats! Could they be any cuter?
• There's power in numbers. Artist Chris Jordan is making a statement with his Intolerable Beauty exhibit, which gives viewers a clear idea of what 426,000 cell phones (the number retired every year in the U.S.) looks like.
• Check it out. Val loved The Dip by Seth Godin. It's a great book about knowing when to call it quits.

News:

• Job opening in Santa Cruz. The city of Santa Cruz is hiring for a Global Warming Czar. Responsibilities include overseeing solar panel installations and encouraging green businesses to move to the area.
• Honda's new attempt at an eco-friendly ride. The Honda Civic GX is a natural-gas-powered car that runs off domestically produced fuel.

 

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ comes from Laurie, who uses her confetti style paper shredder to make litter for her small animal cages. Just use old mail and bank statements (no plastic envelope windows or staples), shred, and add to the bottom of the cages. It recycles junk mail and saves money on litter.

A Chat with Dan Esty

Professor Dan Esty, co-author of Green to Gold calls in from Connecticut. He talks about the current state of the environment and its impact on the business world. The book studies how businesses are harnessing eco-advantage to create a sustained competitive advantage.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• The benefits of organic farming. Jay found an interesting article about a study that compares the yield of organic crops to traditionally grown crops.
• Making your next move. Sharon in Chicago wanted to let everyone know about UsedCardboardBoxes.com. You can select a moving kit on their website and then a couple of days later everything you'll need for moving arrives at your door. The kits include overrun or misprint boxes, tape, packing paper, and sharpies.
• Genius! Ed came across an article about a Chinese farmer who built his own solar water heater out of 66 beer bottles. The water flowing through the bottles is heated by the sun and the routed into the bathroom for showers.

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More Hip Than Hippie #107 - American Idling

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Blue Star wheat beer from North Coast Brewing

Chocolate: Riga Dark Chocolate from listener Janet

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Makes you wonder. . . The new 7 wonders of the world were named after over 90 million votes were cast online.

News:

• Beijing cleans up its act. Beijing will ban a million cars from the streets for two weeks as a test-run to ensure clear air at next year's Olympics.

American Idling

What impact is voluntary car idling having on you, your family, and the planet? An idling engine produces twice as many exhaust emissions as an engine in a moving vehicle. Not only does it negatively effect the environment, but it also can impact your health. Find out more and what you can do to decrease your voluntary idling time by clicking the links below.

• Anti-Idling Primer from Hinkle Charitable Foundation
• School Bus Diesel Campaign by the Sierra Club
• Turn It Off by the New Jersey Environmental Lobby

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

Did you know that idling for just 5 minutes a day wastes one cup of gas? This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ is to monitor your idling while driving for one week, and then develop solutions to decrease your overall idle time.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Call to action. Patrick has created a petition urging the Postmaster General to require all Post Offices to provide recycling bins for junk mail and paper waste received in P.O. Boxes. Click here to sign up.
• Way-to-go Oregon! Nev found a great article about Oregon Craft Beer Month.
• Listen up, grownups! Colin and his son Carrick created another short film called "A Message for Grownups".
• An organic dilemma. Sharon thought it was interesting that many organic food businesses are having to source their products globally.

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More Hip Than Hippie #106 - Clearing the Water

 

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Helltown organic hefeweizen from Butte Creek Brewing Company in Chico, CA

Chocolate: Cocoa D'Arriba Strawberry & Pepper in 77% dark chocolate by Hachez sent in from Listener Janet.

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Gotta have this hoodie! Brew City Beer Gear has designed a hooded sweatshirt with a special front pouch designed to hold a beer while keeping your hands free.
• Step up to the stove. Chicagoans can check out the cooking classes available at the Chopping Block.

News:

• Big win for Bald Eagles! The Bald Eagle has been removed from the Endangered Species List after 40 years.

 

Teenie Weenie Greenie�

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie� is great for the office. Save paper when you're sending faxes by using fax sticky notes instead of a cover sheet.

Live Earth and Clearing the Water

Party for the planet. On July 7, Live Earth Concerts will take place all over the world, featuring more than 150 different music acts. Find out more about this historic event at LiveEarth.org and sign up for Live Earth's 7-point pledge.

What's in your drinking water? The most common method of disinfecting public water supplies uses Chlorine to kill disease-causing bacteria. Learn more about chlorine in public water supplies and about alternatives.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• A Hipster visit! On June 26, Dori and Val got a special surprise when Hipster Cindy stopped by Greenfeet.com's office for a visit while making the drive to Seattle. As you can see in the picture above, a fun time was had by all!
• Get Joost! Jayce loves Joost so much, he wanted everyone to know about it. Joost is program you can download for free that lets you watch TV on your PC. It's got a lot of environmental programing.
• Solar oven reviews. Jess hasn't cooked with a solar oven before, but found a review by Cook's Illustrated very interesting.
• Buyer beware. Shayna wanted everyone to know the Whole Truth about Whole Foods. It's a great article about some key issues shoppers should keep in mind while cruising the aisles at Whole Foods.
• Alternative grains. Katherine suggests doing a show on alternative grains like amaranth.
• One busy girl! Celeste was looking for some good fundraising ideas for the Nike Women's Marathon raising money for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society. If you'd like to donate money or join the marathon, check out the Team in Training website.
• Summer of service. New listener Daryan was looking for some good service projects to take on during the summer. Val recommends The Kid's Guide to Service Projects, a great book with over 500 ideas for service projects.
• New use for 'shrooms. Ed passed along an interesting article about a new process that uses mushrooms as insulation material.

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More Hip Than Hippie #105 - A Visit With Mama Rose

Mama Rose, a local radio celebrity, stops by for a visit to chat about some of her favorite recipes for the grill.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Full Sail Pale Ale from Full Sail Brewery in Hood River, Oregon.

Chocolate: Narragansett dark chocolate with candied pecans, cranberries, and orange oil from Seeds of Change

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• A tale of global warming. Arctic Tale is a new movie that shows young polar bears and walruses struggling to reach adulthood in a melting Arctic.

News:

• Go ahead, shop till you drop! Climate Counts, a non-profit organization, has rated 56 consumer companies, identifying leaders and laggers around the cause of global warming. The group hopes to inspire consumers to support corporations that take climate change seriously.
• Google gets behind hybrids. Google has launched a new project called the RechargeIT initiative that aims to further the development of plug-in hybrid electric cars.
• Walk a mile in his shoes. In a recent question-and-answer session, outgoing British Prime Minister Tony Blair revealed he has worn the same pair of leather shoes for the past 18 years.

 

Teenie Weenie Greenie�

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie� comes from The Green Book and is to share your popcorn when you're at the movies instead of buying multiple cartons or bags. You'll save money and packaging. Americans today consume seventeen billion quarts of popcorn each year (54 quarts per person), 30 percent of which are eaten at movie theaters, sporting events, entertainment arenas, amusement parks, and other recreational centers. If half the people shared their popcorn, we could save the paper packaging for more than 2.5 billion quart-size servings.

A Visit with Mama Rose

Mama Rose talks vegetarian, grilling, and overall deliciousness. Check out her website Rose's Kitchen for great recipes and tasty ideas.

Healthy Egg Breakfast
Serves one or two.

• Tbsp. olive oil.
• One tomato, sliced.
• One clove garlic, sliced.
• Few torn leaves of basil, oregano or tarragon. Just one of these herbs.
• Two eggs.
• Parmesan cheese, grated

Heat the oil slightly, add the slices of tomatoes, garlic and herb, lower heat, and cook until the tomatoes are tender. Drop the eggs in one at a time, sprinkle with cheese, cover and cook on very low heat until desired doneness. So easy and delicious.

Pizza on the Grill

• Low heated fire
• One prepared pizza dough
• Olive oil
• Favorite topping

Brush one side of pizza dough with oil, place on grill and cook until lightly browned. Take the dough off of the grill, brush the uncooked side with olive oil. Turn the browned side up, and place toppings, return to grill, and cook covered until underside is lightly browned. Remove immediately and serve.

Suggestions for toppings:

• Brie and mozzarella cheese with thinly sliced yellow and green zucchini with tarragon.
• Freshly sliced tomatoes, garlic mozzarella cheese, oregano.

 

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Not so super soy. New listener Sarah read an article in Utne magazine about 'The Dark Side of Soy'.
• The reel deal. Colin and his 8 year-old son Carrick made a short video about their reel lawn mower. Check it out on their YouTube page.
• Save paper. Jillicious just found out that her local library lets patrons 'checkout' electronic books and e-audiobooks that you can download for free! It's a great way to save paper.
• Plastic bag revolt. Holly loved reading about a British filmmaker who inspired her town to become the first in Europe to ban plastic bags. The action has inspired a plastic bag revolt across Britain.
• The beer is here! Virginia is excited about attending the Canada Cup of Beer, a Canadian beer competition.
• Environmentalism with a beat. Don't miss out on a chance to win tickets to one of the Live Earth Concerts for a Climate in Crisis. The concerts are part of MSN's effort to raise environmental awareness. For a chance to win tickets, simply add Eco-Trippers as your friend on Windows Live Spaces.
• The downstream effect. Ed wanted to pass along and article about the downstream effect of rising corn prices.
• DIY. Barry liked these patterns for making your own reusable bag.

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More Hip Than Hippie #104 - Top 10 Tips for Eco-Kids

When it's time for to pass the torch to the next generation, will they be ready to care for the planet? Dori and Val give their top 10 tips for teaching children to be stewards of the planet.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Carmel Wheat HefeWeizen by Carmel Brewing Company

Chocolate: Santander 70% single origin dark chocolate

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Nonstick pans OK in new tests. A study conducted by Consumer Reports found very little perfluoroocatnoic acid (PFOA), a known carcinogen used in making nonstick coating, in the air when pans were heated to moderate temperatures.
• Cheers! Which country drinks the most alcohol per person per year? According to the World Health Organization, the tiny country of Luxembourg drinks more than 15.5 liters of alcohol per person per year. Ireland comes in at second place with 13.3 liters per person.
• Did you know? Prerinsing your dishes wastes up to 20 gallons of water per load, and doesn't get your dishes any cleaner.
• Saved by the ring. Have you ever needed an excuse to get out of a boring meeting or blind date gone bad? Popularity Dialer can help. Popularity Dialer can place one of five fake calls: the boss call, the cousin-in-need call, the male friend call, the female friend call, the affirmation call. Each recording includes pauses for your side of the conversation and gives you an easy out of any situation.
• Expand your mind for free. MIT offers nearly its entire undergraduate and graduate curriculum for free online. The only catch? Users can't enroll, take classes on campus or earn degrees. Enjoy top-notch online and MP3 lessons in just about any language at the BBC. FrenchPodClass.com offers easy-to-use, enjoyable podcasts that teach you French while you're out running errands.

News:

• U.S. bird species in decline. The populations of twenty different common American bird species are half of what they were 40 years ago according to a new study conducted by the National Audubon Society.
• Computer industry aims to cut carbon footprint. Organized by Google and Intel, the Climate Savers Computing Initiative aims to conserve energy and decrease global warming emissions by making computers and servers more energy-efficient.

 

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ comes from James. He recommends adding a footer to your emails that says "Please consider the environment - do you really need to print this". It helps to remind friends, family, and coworkers to think before they print and save paper.

Top 10 Tips for Eco-Kids

Do you want to teach your little ones about caring for the planet but don't know where to start? Check out Dori and Val's top 10 tips for teaching kids about green living.

1. To throw away as little as you can.
2. Buying used is more hip than buying new.
• Read Garage Sale America by Bruce Littlefield.
3. To appreciate open spaces.
4. Where electricity comes from.
5. To appreciate water.
6. The answer to '"Paper vs. Plastic?" is "Neither".
• Sign up for Big Ed's No Plastic Bag Pledge
7. To grow something.
8. To respect other cultures.
9. It's better to give than to receive.
• Read The Kids Guide to Service Projects
10. To respect nature.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Disposing of antifreeze. After listening to the show on disposing of hazardous materials, he was shocked (as were Dori and Val) to hear that antifreeze could be disposed of by pouring it down the toilet. He did a little research and found that the EPA does not recommend disposing of antifreeze this way. A better option is to take you excess antifreeze to be recycled at a vehicle repair shop.
• Bringing green to the classroom. Annie is a new second grade teacher and was looking for some hip, fun, green lesson plans. Val recommends Green Teacher magazine. You might also want to check out EekoWorld and DiscoverySchool.com.
• Toy recall. Doug wanted to make sure everyone knew that about 1.5 million units of various Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway toys have been voluntarily recalled by the RC2 Corp. due to lead poisoning hazard.

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More Hip Than Hippie #103 - Second Anniversary Show

It's More Hip's 2nd Anniversary show! Take the Hip Quiz for a chance to win a bunch of More Hip gear. Listen in for tips on executing a green job search.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Mississippi Mud Black & Tan

Chocolate: Xocolatl from Dagoba

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Hurray for hybrids! Toyota's worldwide sales of hybrids topped 1 million since first introduced ten years ago.

News:

• Is your chocolate habit supporting war? British chocoholics may have unknowingly supported conflict in Africa. According to reports, money from the cocoa trade was being siphoned off into war chests in the Ivory Coast.
• Biodiesel hits the tracks. Virgin has introduced Europe's first passenger train powered by bio-fuel. The train made its maiden journey across Britain on June 7, 2007.

 

Teenie Weenie Greenie™ & Hipster Hero

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ comes from Sky in Switzerland. Reuse water intended for washing your organic veggies to water your plants. Put 2 containers in your sink to swish veggies around in, with one for dirty water, one for clean. When you're done cleaning your veggies, watering house plants is a snap!

Hurray for our Hipster Hero! This Hipster Hero is someone who has done something great for the environment and deserves a round of applause. We hope to make it a regular segment on the show!

This week's Hipster Hero is Douglas Tompkins, founder of the North Face. Mr. Tompkins is helping the environment by buying up large tracts of land that will be protected from agribusiness and industrial development. He hopes to one day turn the land over to the government as nature reserves. His latest project involved buying more than half a million acres of Los Esteros Del Ibera, Argentina, a vast marshland full of wildlife. Click here to read more about Douglas Tompkins' plans.

Green Jobs

Are you ready to bring your passion for the planet to your job? Whether you're looking to 'green up' your current job or in search for an eco-career, we've got some great tips to help you on your way. Don't forget to check out More Hip #59 - Green Jobs for even more info on the eco-job market.

Going Green at Work, an article from a recent issue of Newsweek gives some great tips for going green at your current job.

• Check into the possibility of your company switching to eco-friendly office supplies, available at Office Depot and TheGreenOffice.com.
• Consider a subspecialty, like becoming LEED Certified by the U.S. Green Building Council. If you're in the travel industry, join the International Ecotourism Society.
• Propose that your company start carbon offsetting corporate travel.

Expand your mind. If you're looking to become more knowledgeable in the areas of the environment and sustainability, more universities are offer programs like

• Columbia University's certificate program in conservation biology
• Master's in Forestry at Yale University
• Minor in managing for sustainability at California State University, Chico

 

You University. Want to learn more but don't want to spend mucho money on tuition? Look no further than You University, where you take control of your educational journey. A good place to start is your local bookstore. A great book to check out is Green to Gold by Daniel C. Esty and Andrew S. Winston about how smart companies use environmental strategy to innovate, create value, and build competitive advantage.

Eco-friendly job listings. If you're looking for a whole new job or career, Co-op America gives tips for screening green businesses. Also check out these sites with job listings at socially responsible and sustainable companies:

• Idealist.org
• OpportunityKnocks.org lists jobs with non-profit companies
• Care2 job finder, the world's largest listing of jobs with socially responsible companies
• EcoEmploy.com
• GreenBusiness.net gives you access to discussions with eco-entrepreneurs and professionals for $12/month
• EnvironmentalCareer.com
• SimplyHired.com/eco

 

More Hip Than Hippie Anniversary Quiz

Want to win a bundle of hip gear? Submit all the correct answers to the More Hip Than Hippie 2nd anniversary quiz for a chance to win. The questions cover shows only in More Hip's 2nd year, so any show from #53 - Chill and Grill to #102 - How to Master Disaster is fair game!

One Grand Prize Winner. The first person to submit all the correct answers will win a Hipster Grand Prize Package that includes:

• The National Green Pages
• 27 oz More Hip Stainless Steel Water Bottle with sports cap
• More Hip Bike Chain Bottle Opener
• Chico Bag
• Recycled Bike Chain Bracelet
• More Hip T-Shirt- your choice of design

Two First Place Winners. Everyone who submits all the correct answers before June 20, 2007 will be entered in a drawing. Two names will be randomly chosen to receive a First Place Prize Package that includes:

• More Hip T-shirt - your choice of design
• 27 oz More Hip Stainless Steel Water Bottle with sports cap

How to enter. Email your answers to hip@greenfeet.com with the subject line "Hip Quiz" by June 20, 2007 to be eligible.

1. What is the first major US city to ban plastic bags?

2. Name our two book club selections.

3. Which is not a green hobby?
A.geocaching B.knitting C.gardening D.birdwatching E.NASCAR

4. List 3 ways you can "think outside the gift box".

5. Bruce Littlefield wants everyone to go to a ___________.

6. Which beer did Dori and Val have to pour down the sink?

7. Hipsters were surprised to learn about the major ecological toll of growing what crop?
A.hemp B.bamboo C.sugar cane D.radishes

8. Debra Lynn Dadd spent time on the patio twice this year, talking about what 2 healthy topics?

9. Which country aims to be carbon neutral by 2050, and was recently named the most peaceful in the world?

10. Glad Rags, Diva Cups and Luna Pads are all products mentioned in which episode?

11. Who filled in for a vacationing Val in September? Name one place Val visited while on her trip.

12. Green travellers should do all but which of the following:
A. offset carbon emissions B. eat lots of watermelon C. select eco-friendly lodging D. support local economies

13. True or False: you can get an eco-friendly fireplace log made from coffee grounds.

14. Chico is home to 102 year old Elsie McClain, the oldest person ever to do what?

15. Ed Begley Jr.'s Teenie Weenie Greenie�¢?�¢ advised hipsters to:
A. cook outdoors B. eat low-hanging fruit C. subscribe to HGTV D. meet Peter Krause

16. What are heirloom seeds?

17. Lucy Postins, owner of the Honest Kitchen, spoke to us about the benefits of natural _____.

18. In May, Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum unveiled its first eco-friendly wax figure, of whom?

19. Val found several pieces of __________________at a yard sale for just $20!

20. Author Danny Seo confirmed for us that what celebrity is just as nice off-camera as on?
A. Martha Stewart B. Rosie O'Donnell C. Oprah Winfrey D. Simon Cowell

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Get connected. Jerry has been working on GreenSix.com, a social networking site that gets you connected to your local green community. The site's not completed just yet, but you can stop by and sign up for a sneak peak.
• The business of climate change. Kristi discovered an interesting article about the impact of businesses on climate change.
• Emergency Baby Carrier. After listening to last week's podcast about disaster preparedness, Gillian wanted to pass along a great website she found. It shows how to make an emergency baby carrier from sweatpants, shirts, or towels.
• Rising popularity of push mowers. Kimberley thought of More Hip Than Hippie listeners when she saw an article about the comeback of push mowers.
• Touch the sky. Jon wanted to share a piece he wrote about the top ten green skyscrapers. Not only are they efficient, but they have a strikingly beautiful appearance as well.
• Recharging your eco-friendly lifestyle. Janet has always been a passionate environmentalist, but found a new dedication after discovering More Hip Than Hippie (thanks Janet!). Some of the changes she's made since listening to the show include buying a new pair of hemp shoes and visiting her local dog-friendly farmer's market. Janet is also trying to avoid plastic bags. Val recommends signing up for Big Ed's No Plastic Bag Pledge.
• What's behind a Blue Moon? Kevin wanted to share the true story behind blue moons.
• Florida tire clean up begins. Boron sent along an article about efforts to clean up tires (about 700,000 of them) that were placed off the coast of Ft. Lauderdale as an artificial reef in the 1970's. Boron is also an artist and you can check out some of his art at boron.deviantart.com.
• Choosing a carbon offset company. Dan is interested in offsetting his carbon footprint and was wondering which carbon calculator is the best. Val's a fan of myfootprint.org.

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More Hip Than Hippie #102 - How to Master Disaster

Hurricane season started on June 1st, so we'll be talking about how you can be prepared for disasters.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Black Boss Porter from Browar-Witnica in Poland.

Chocolate: Dark Chocolate 72% from A. Korkunov Chocolates, sent to us by listener Jenny.

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Air Car ready for the production lines. A car that runs only on compressed air will be produced by India's largest automaker, Tata Motors.
• There's something in the air. . . Scientists have discovered particles of cocaine, marijuana, caffeine, and tobacco in the air of Rome, Italy.
• Power to the peaceful. A recent report names Norway as the world's most peaceful nation. It is the first study to compare peace on a worldwide level.

News:

• President Bush unveils new climate strategy. President Bush proposes that by 2008 the countries that make the largest contribution to global warming come up with long-term goals to curb emissions.

 

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ comes from Jeff. He recommends installing motion sensors instead of regular light switches. It's great if you have family members that have trouble remembering to turn out the lights when they leave the room.

How to Master Disaster

June 1st marked the beginning of hurricane season. The destruction along the Gulf Coast after hurricanes Katrina and Rita was a wake up call to many of us. We can prepare for these types of disasters by taking a few simple steps that will help ensure the safety of our family should we be displaced. The U.S. Federal government recommends putting together an emergency kit and making a plan for your family.
Go to Greenfeet.com for the following items for an emergency kit:

• ShakeLight flashlight that doesn't use batteries
• Rechargeable batteries and charger
• Sidewider hand crank cell phone charger
• To-Go Ware stainless steel food container
• Klean Kanteen stainless steel water bottle

 

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Snuggle up with some sore throat. After hearing Dori and Val talk about the bloodstain pillow, Kamille thought other listeners might enjoy GIANTmicrobes. The site makes stuffed animals that look like microbes. Choose from a wide variety of ailments, such as Ebola, flesh eating bacteria, malaria, the common cold, and more!
• Minnesota vs. Wisconsin. How different are the accents of these two states? Jennifer sent us an article breaking down the differences of these two dialects. Maybe Dori will learn something for the next time she gets dared to read an entire email in a Wisconsin accent!
• Shout out! Big thanks to Cindy who linked More Hip Than Hippie on her website Synergy Images.
• Urban Cacti. Gina discovered a new kind of green building called the Urban Cactus Housing Project in Rotterdam that uses buildings structured like cacti. The unique design exposes each unit to more sunlight than traditional stacked designs.
• Giottos Rocket Air Blaster. Amy was wanted to buy her own Giottos Air Rocket, the eco-friendly alternative to compressed air for cleaning your computer.
• Listener favorites. Shannon wanted to share some her favorite spots to shop: the Wedge Co-op, Present Moment essential oils and herbs, and the Amazon Bookstore Cooperative.
• New life for old tires. Leslie Beth recently changed the tires on her car and was looking for something creative to do with her old tires. She found out how to make them into blooming tire planters.
• Organic food on the move. Tom sent us an article about how organic food imported into the UK may lose its organic label due to the greenhouse gas emissions generated in the transport of the goods.

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More Hip Than Hippie #101 - A Chat With Bruce Littlefield

Bruce Littlefield, author of Garage Sale America, calls in for a chat.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Eye of the Hawk Select Ale from Mendocino Brewing Company

Chocolate: Trader Joe's Figments, black mission figs in rich dark chocolate. You can't buy it online, but you can find a Trader Joe's near you.

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Madame Tussauds goes green. Madame Tussauds unveiled their first eco-friendly wax figure on May 23, 2007. The figure is of Prince Charles to reflect his efforts to combat climate change. Workers used recycled wax from a 1989 figure of the Prince of Wales, 82 pounds of organic beeswax, and 55 pounds of clay and fiberglass to sculpt the Prince's likeness.
• Green feet. Looking for an eco-friendly pair of shoes? Check out Sneaker Peek from NOW magazine online for some recommendations. Val recommends the green toe line from Simple shoes.

News:

• Global warming: it burns! Since 1987, forest fires in the Western U.S. have occurred more frequently, covered more area, and burned longer. Researchers believe that rising temperatures due to global warming could be responsible for the increase in forest fires.

Teenie Weenie Greenie™

This one comes from listener Tom. Instead of throwing away household items you don't want or don't use anymore, post them on an Internet list like FreeCycle.org or Craigslist.com. If someone sees your listing, they contact you to set up a time to come pick up the item from you.

A Chat With Bruce Littlefield

Bruce Littlefield, author of Garage Sale America, calls in for a chat about the eco-friendly art of garage sale shopping.

Listen in for Bruce's tips for finding treasures on your next garage sale outing. And don't forget to pick up your own copy of Bruce's book, Garage Sale America.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Rain gear anyone? Paige is a camera operator and was wondering about eco-friendly companies that make rain gear. Val recommends Patagonia, which uses sustainable practices and resources in the production of their products.
• Carbon offset reviews. Smart Chick Sara wanted to let listeners know about a report by Clean Air - Cool Planet that reviews carbon offset programs.
• Save the chocolate! Stacy discovered Don't Mess With Our Chocolate, a web site forum about saving real chocolate. Apparently, members of the U.S. chocolate industry are supporting change in the basic formula of chocolate, by allowing the use of vegetable fat substitutes in place of cocoa butter.
• Super soy candles. Khristina wanted to spill a little secret. . . Soy Candles by Phebes are her favorite soy candles! They burn much cleaner than other candles and she's been hooked for years!
• News for knitters. Jennifer was excited when she saw that the latest issue of Knit.1 Magazine was a green issue. The issue went on sale May 15th.
• Controlling Poison Ivy in the yard. Don't let poison ivy get you or your garden down! Jenny recommends a formula to kill new poison ivy that uses ingredients you can find in your kitchen cupboard.

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More Hip Than Hippie #100 - Being More Hip Than Hippie

Can you believe it? It's More Hip Than Hippie's 100th episode! We'll be talking about what it really means to be More Hip Than Hippie and mentioning some of our wonderful listener's favorites tips and tricks for living a green lifestyle.

Pssst. . .there's a coupod in this episode, so listen closely for great savings at Greenfeet.com!

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Allagash Grand Cru from Portland, Maine.

Chocolate: Nestle Treasures Dark Chocolate Truffle and Perugina Bittersweet Chocolate sent to us by Dave in Nebraska.

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Your very own crime scene. Check out the blood puddle pillow from FromKeetra.com. When you lay down, it looks like a crime scene in your room.

News:

• Has your city made the pledge? On May 15, 2007, Tulsa, Oklahoma became the 500th city to sign the U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement. Cities that sign agreement make a commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in their city to 7 percent below 1990 levels by 2012.
• Southern Ocean reaches its limit. A recent study found that the Southern Ocean around Antarctica is so saturated with carbon dioxide that it can barely absorb any more. Scientists say this will cause more greenhouse gasses to stay in the atmosphere and warm up the planet.

 

Being More Hip Than Hippie

Hipster Tool Kit. A handyman is nothing without the tools of the trade, and hipsters are no different! Here are some essentials for any well prepared Hipster:

• Chico Bag reusable shopping bag
• Stainless Steel Mug
• Stainless Steel Water Bottle
• Plastic Bag Dryer
• BioBags biodegradable waste bags
• Stainless Steel Bag Clip

 

Listener Emails

Listener emails will make their triumphant return next week. Instead, this week we'll be talking about listeners favorite green tips!

More Hip Than Hippie #99 - Eco-Tourism

Summer is right around the corner, which means it's vacation time! We'll be talking about eco-tourism and giving you great resources for planning an environmentally friendly trip.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: ACME IPA from North Coast Brewing in Fort Bragg, CA

Chocolate: Green & Black's Dark & Almond from Elizabeth in Snailwell, England.

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Win the war on weeds. Don't be discouraged if weeds start to encroach on your garden. An article from Mother Earth Living suggests using newspaper as mulch to smother weeds.
• Green giggles. Environmental issues are reaching kids through several new cartoons. The Unsustainables is an animated series that highlights the importance of being eco-friendly. The Greens sends a similar message by following an animated, quirky, eco-family.

News:

• California passes hemp farming legislation. The California Assembly has passed legislation giving farmers the right to grow non-psychoactive Industrial Hemp. Next, the bill will make its way to the Senate where it is expected to pass.
• Residue found in Oregon streams. Scientists testing beds of streams around Portland found residue from caffeine, Prozac, Benadryl, and other medicines in the streams. This discovery raises concerns about how the chemicals could affect fish and other life.
• Fly neutral. Silverjet, Britain's exclusively business class carrier and the world's first carbon neutral airline, launched in January of this year. The price for tickets includes a mandatory carbon offset contribution
• Eco-driving slow to catch on in America. Eco-driving, or driving to save gas, has not gotten the same attention in the U.S. as it has in other countries, like Britain. Beginning in 2008 in the UK, new drivers will be required to demonstrate eco-driving skills to save fuel in order to get their drivers license.
• U.S. cars contribution to global warming. A new study by Environmental Defense says U.S. cars are responsible for nearly half of all greenhouse gasses emitted by automobiles globally.

Eco-friendly Travel

It's vacation time! We've got some great resources for you to make sure tread lightly on the planet during your travels this summer. The International Ecotourism Society and SustainableTravelInternational.org great resources for everything you need to know about eco-friendly travel. Check out ResponsibleTravel.com for responsible travel tips.

Are you an EcoTraveler? EcoTravelling.co.uk is a collection of articles written by a team of experts about traveling responsibly. With so many articles to choose from, it was hard to pick a few to feature, but here are some of our favorites:

• Carbon Offsetting
• Eco-Friendly Packing
• Selecting the Right Travel Company

Booking your hotel. How can you tell if your hotel is green? Check out ResponsibleTravel.com's list of 10 ways to tell if your eco-lodge is really an eco-lodge and this article from MSN Travel that tells you what to look for when booking your hotel.

Planes, trains, and automobiles. When you need to get from point A to point B, consider making reservations with one the following companies that offer eco-friendly options:

• EV Rental Cars offers hybrid vehicles exclusively to those traveling in California, Arizona, and Nevada
• Hertz introduced a Green Collection last fall with four models that have an EPA rating of at least 28 miles/gallon
• Avis Portugal is the first rental agency in Europe to offer hybrid cars
• OZOcar is a New York limo company that bills itself as an eco-luxury private car service
• Travelocity is working with The Conservation Fund to provide carbon offsets for a flat fee
• Expedia is working with TerraPass to offer carbon offsets at rates of $5.99 for a short flight and $29.99 for an international flight
• British Airways has partnered with Climate Care to neutralize emissions
• Silverjet is the first carbon neutral airline

Be prepared on your travels. The Green Guide has some great tips for traveling healthy and being prepared for the unexpected when abroad.

The other side of carbon offsetting. Before you purchase carbon offsets for your summer travel, a little due diligence goes a long way. Make sure the company you purchase offsets from is really delivering what they say they will. Another Inconvenient Truth, an article in Business Week, gives you the low down on what to look for when buying offsets.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Beer for all! Thomas in Ontario (eh?) has a suggestion for Wendy in Florida, who can't drink beer because of the migraines she suffers. While listening to another podcast about home brewing beer, Basic Brewing Radio, Thomas found out about gluten-free beer. Gluten is an allergen that may be the cause of the migraines. Thomas recommends that Wendy check out Mr. Goodbeer, a website where you can buy several different brands of gluten-free beer.
• Pet food FYI. A concerned listener with connections to the pet food industry wanted to share some important information with other listeners. Because he FDA has been slow updating the pet food recall list, check out the list from the American Veterinary Medical Association, which seems to be updated more often.
• Disposing of the poo. Laura has a suggestion for Amanda, who was looking for a more eco-friendly way of disposing of kitty litter. She recommends the Doggie Dooley, which works like a mini septic tank to breakdown pet waste.

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More Hip Than Hippie # 98 - Feeding Fido & Fluffy

The recent pet food recall left many pet owners wary about what we feed our pets. This episode we focus on natural pet foods to keep Fido and Fluffy happy and healthy.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: The beer was so bad this week that we have chosen not to link it! You'll have to listen in to get the name.

Chocolate: Waitrose Organic Swiss Dark Chocolate 70% sent to us by Elizabeth in Snailwell, England. Thanks Elizabeth!

Hip News and Finds:

Finds:

• Earth PC. Check out listener Doug's podcast, Sustainable Business Practices. On his latest show, Doug interviews Earth PC about energy saving computers.

News:

• Progress being made to slow climate change. A report complied by a network of 2,000 U.N. scientists approved the world's first 'roadmap' to slowing the effects of global climate change.
• More states backing hemp legislation. According to VoteHemp.com, eleven farming states are introducing hemp farming legislation this year. The states include California, Hawaii, Idaho, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Carolina, Vermont, and Wisconsin.
• Lead alert! Patrick sent along an article about baby bibs that have been recalled from Wal-Mart after lead was discovered in the fabric. The bibs, sold under the Baby Connection brand name, were made by Hamco exclusively for Wal-Mart.
• Beer for the ages. A collection of beer brewed in 1869 was recently discovered in a vault under the streets of Burton upon Trent. A tasting was held for the Guild of Beer writers, who were pleasantly surprised that the beer had developed a subtle flavor over the years and tasted quite good.

Natural Food for Healthy Pets

The recent pet food recall had most pet owners worried about the health of their dogs and cats. 60 million cans and pouches of dog and cat food were recalled. For more information about the recall and a list of brands in the recall, check out the FDA's website for animal feed/pet food recalls.

In light of this recent incident, we wanted to do a show about natural pet foods to keep the furrier members of our family happy and healthy! So today we'll be talking with Lucy Postins, owner of The Honest Kitchen, who has some great information about natural pet foods.

The Honest Kitchen produces raw dehydrated pet food. All ingredients are guaranteed 100% Human Food Grade.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Electric lawn mowers. When Erica and her husband first bought their house, they tried using a push lawn mower, but soon became frustrated. Their yard was so large and had so many different kinds of weeds and thick grasses that they started looking for something that worked better and discovered the Neuton cordless electric lawn mower. They bought the mower and two rechargeable batteries, which hold a charge for over an hour, and have been happy with their purchase!
• A possible cause of SIDS. Diane wanted everyone to know about an article that links Sudden Infant Death Syndrome to toxic mold gasses in crib mattresses. A fungus that commonly grows in bedding interacts with the chemicals used as fire retardants to create poisonous gases that can fatally poison a baby.
• Busting the CFL myth. Doug wanted to help put the "it costs $2000 to clean up a broken CFL" myth to rest. An article on Treehugger explains where the myth came from, and why it's false.
• Cotton ball dilemma. Laura in Florida recently noticed that uses quite a few cotton balls during her daily face care routine and was wondering if there were any eco-friendly alternatives to the traditional cotton ball. Val recommends using organic cotton balls instead.
• Cat litter disposal. New listener Amanda is a big fan of the Chico Bag and wants to kick her plastic bag habit. She's looking for an eco-friendly alternative to plastic bags for cleaning out her cat's litter box. Try BioBags Dog Waste Bags, they're made from corn and are completely biodegradable.
• Keep your electronics clean. No-longer-a-lurker Brad wanted to share his own Teenie Weenie Greenie™ with everyone. Instead of using air in a can, which can release greenhouse gasses, to keep his electronics dust-free, he uses a Giottos Rocket air blower. It has an air valve to prevent it from breathing in dust, and blows out a powerful stream of air to blast away dust.

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More Hip Than Hippie #97 - Disposing of Household Hazardous Materials

What kinds of hazardous materials are lurking around your house? Take care of them safely and make your home a healthier place for your whole family.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Terrible Ale by Unibroue in Quebec, Canada

Chocolate: Green & Black's Organic Cherry 60% Dark Chocolate Bar sent to us from listener Elizabeth in Snailwell, England

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• World Fair Trade Day. Celebrate World Fair Trade Day, coming up on May 12. Host your own TransFair USA house party and kids can enter the Fair Trade art contest.
• Help name Amtrak's Environmental Engineer. Amtrak's Environmental Engineer needs a name and they're looking for your ideas. The Engineer is your guide to environment-focused content on their website.
• This GREEN Old House. Check out the gallery of 'after' pictures of This Old House's green remodel of a bungalow in Austin, Texas.

News:

• Global warming increasing insurance? According to the U.S. Government Accountability Office, insurance companies should be preparing to pay more and bigger claims in the coming years. Rising global temperatures are expected to the increase the frequency and severity of natural disasters such as floods, hurricanes, and droughts.

 

Teenie Weenie Greenie

What have you learned from More Hip Than Hippie? With our 100th episode coming up, we wanted to know what you consider the best tip or piece of advice you've learned from More Hip. Ponder it for a few minutes and email us your favorite tip at hip@greenfeet.com. We're going to use your favorite tips in a special way for our 100th episode. Can't wait to hear from you!

Disposing of Household Hazardous Materials

Did you know? There are approximately 750 million gallons of used motor oil recycled in the U.S. every year, but it takes only 1 gallon of improperly disposed oil to contaminate a million gallons of groundwater.

From motor oil to coolant to paint, many household hazardous materials can be found in the garage. Keep yourself and your family safe by taking the proper precautions when disposing of these materials. To learn more, check out these sites:

• Ohio State University Fact Sheet: Disposal of Household Hazardous Materials
• How to Dispose of Hazardous Home Waste from MSN Lifestyle.

 

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Rest In Peace, rabbit ears! Kellie wrote in about the big switch to digital broadcasting for television. Dori and Val weren't sure how the two were connected, but Kellie found a great article about the transition to digital TV. Since the government owns the airwaves, they've decided that by February 17, 2009 they will stop broadcasting television statements in analog. Unfortunately, that means the end of the road for your favorite rabbit ears!
• A few things. Catherine, long time lurker from PA, wanted to share some of her favorite sites! She's excited about joining a CSA, Greensgrow Farms and wanted to recommend LocalHarvest.org for finding a CSA or farm stand near you. If you're looking for a good retractable clothesline, Catherine uses the Sunline Retractable Clothesline. Thanks for the great links, no-longer-a-lurker Catherine!
• Eco-minded Oklahoman's. Brian in Oklahoma wanted to let everyone know about the Oklahoma Sustainability Conference, held April 20-21, it was the first carbon neutral event in the state. At the conference, attendees discussed topics like pollution in the Arkansas River and the possibility of large scale mass transit coming to Oklahoma City. Thanks Brian, who also plugged MHTH during one of the sessions!
• Coke gets green makeover. Jerry, a self-proclaimed Cherry Coke addict was happy when he read an article about Coke's plans to give their Atlanta headquarters a green makeover. If you're looking for a more natural soda, Val just discovered DRY Soda. DRY is a natural, non-caffinated soda flavored with fruit and herb extracts and lightly sweetened with pure cane sugar.
• Connect with the best. Doug wanted to spread the word about EarthPortal.org, a new non-commercial website that directly connects you with scientists, policy makers, and journalists. It's a community that will keep you current with the state of the environment and environmental news.
• Do away with dandelions. Wendy was wondering about an environmentally safe technique to rid her yard of dandelions (other than picking them all, of course!). Check out Plantea.com for some great tips for doing away with dandelions.
• Teflon or PFOA? Brad thought it was perflourooctanoic acid (PFOA), a production byproduct of Teflon, and not actually Teflon itself that has been linked to cancer.
• GoLoco! When Jay read about GoLoco, a new way to carpool, he thought it was a great idea! The service brokers trips between people and automatically divvies up costs, seats in the car, and carbon dioxide emissions. The company was started by Robin Chase, former CEO of Zipcar.

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More Hip Than Hippie #96 - Organic Pest Control

Now that you have your organic garden started, you have to keep garden pests at a distance. Listen in for how to keep your organic garden healthy and pest-free the natural way.

Beer and Chocolate

Beer: Brother Thelonious Belgian Style Abbey Ale from North Coast Brewing Co. in Fort Bragg, CA

Chocolate: Divine Dark Chocolate 70% single origin Ghana

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• VIP TP. Looking for the perfect gift for a special occasion? Look no further than custom printed toilet paper, printed with soy ink! Print the toilet paper with corporate logos, pictures (of someone you don't like maybe?), or funny quotes.
• Name and date of birth, please. Find out everything you ever wanted to know about your birthday and the true meanings of your name.

News:

• In search of eco-friendly electronics. It's becoming easier to find eco-friendly versions of many products, like paper towels, cosmetics, and cars, but what about electronics? Due to the complexity of electronic products like PC's and cell phones, it's not so easy to make them more eco-friendly. Learn how the major technology companies are working to reduce their impact on the environment.
• Retailers go for green. Major retailers like Target, Home Depot, Timberland, and Lowe's are starting to see the benefits of being green. On Earth Day, Home Depot gave away 1000 compact fluorescent lights while Timberland plans to be carbon neutral by 2010.
• Norwegians to go neutral. Norway, the world's number five oil exporter, has set the world's toughest national plan for fighting global warming. On April 19th, Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg announced that Norway aims to be carbon neutral by 2050.
• Gore gives his home a makeover. Al Gore's Nashville home is getting some green improvements. The former Vice President will soon install 33 solar panels on the roof of his 70 year old home.
• Wal-Mart to cut energy, costs. Wal-Mart is planning an environmental overhaul that will include pressuring suppliers to reduce packaging, more efficient trucks, building new stores with strict energy conservation goals.
• Did your car make the list? Forbes has released a list of the top 12 greenest vehicles of 2007. Toyota Motor's Prius and Honda Motor's Civic Hybrid tied for the top spot.
• Shop your way to a cleaner planet. The Working Assets Visa Signature Card helps you help the planet. Every time you use it to buy gas, Visa plants a tree and donates ten cents to alternative energy groups. For all other purchases, they'll make a ten cent donation to progressive non-profits working for peace, human rights, and the environment.
• Wildlife to be moved from Olympic site. At the future building site for an Olympic stadium, the water of Pudding Mill River in east London will be gently electrified to stun the fish so they will float to the surface to be moved. Once collected, the fish will be released into a nearby river.

 And the winner is. . .

The winning design for the More Hip Than Hippie Chico Bag design contest is a combination of two designs! The 2 designs were submitted by Dennis Rockhill and Sky from Switzerland!

Thanks to everyone for submitting such great designs! It was tough to choose a winner!

Organic Pest Control

Getting your organic garden started is a very rewarding experience. To keep your garden flourishing and healthy, you need to keep garden pests at a distance.

Sometimes there are natural predators capable of controlling garden pests. For example, Ladybugs a great garden helpers because they feed on aphids, chinch bugs, whiteflies, and mites. Check out TheGardenHelper.com for information on different types beneficial insects for your garden.

Find out what the best treatments are for specific insects at Mother Earth News. And be sure to pick up a copy of these great books: the Organic Pest Control Handbook by Tom Roberts and Squirrel Wars by George H. Harrison.

Stop by Greenfeet.com to buy products for all your outdoor pest control needs.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Seed Savers. Karen wanted to recommend a non-profit organization for heirloom seeds, Seed Savers. In addition to selling heirloom seeds, Seed Savers teaches how to save seed and preserve the genetic make-up and diversity.
• Relay for Life needs your help. Doug will be participating in the Lancaster, PA Relay for Life. Learn about Relay for Life and how you can help at RelayForLife.org.
• A lesson kids love. Sandy in New York wanted to spread the word about her three daughter's (ages 8, 5, and 3) titled Gaia Girls: Enter the Earth by Lee Welles. It's the first book in a series where the heroine is an adolescent girl who is given special powers by Gaia (the earth) to save the environment. The book teaches kids about saving the environment in a way they can understand.
• Mr. Designer recently bought a couple of cool eco-friendly products, a solar oven and a compact clothesline. He bought his solar oven from Sun Ovens International. The compact clothesline he bought came from Mrs. Pegg's Handy Line, and is a little bit pricey, but worth it because it can hold 1.5-2 loads of laundry!
• Cool Fuel. Janet is a fan of the Cool Fuel series on Discovery Science Channel. Check out this Cool Fuel video clip of Shaun Murphy and his dog Sparky driving across Texas and Mississippi using vegetable oil and "hempoline".
• Safe furniture finish. Sarah and Scott are expecting their first baby in a couple of months (congratulations!) and her husband building a crib out of cherry. She wanted to know if there were any safe furniture finishes out there. Val recommends Howard Naturals wood cleaner and polish and Daddy Van's beeswax furniture polish.

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More Hip Than Hippie #95 - Organic Gardening

Spring has sprung! What better way to celebrate than by starting your own organic garden? We'll help get you started with tips for preparing, planting, and maintaining your organic garden. Don't feel left out apartment dwellers, we've got special tips for growing indoors too!

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Butte Creek's Organic Porter

Chocolate: Green & Black's Organic Espresso dark chocolate bar

Hip News and Finds

News:

• Global warming heats up Homeland Security. Top retired military leaders are warning that global warming poses a threat to national security. Over the next 30 to 40 years, climate change could be catalyst to wars over water, increased hunger instability, and worsening disease among other issues.
• Antibiotic Action. According to Keep Antibiotics Working, the Campaign to End Antibiotic Overuse, antibiotics are becoming less effective due to decades of unnecessary overuse in humans and agriculture. Join the Campaign to End Antibiotic Overuse and help create change by supporting legislative action in congress.

 

Organic Gardening

Have you always wanted to have an organic garden, but didn't know how to get started? Well we've got you covered. Check out these sites for guides on getting your garden started:

• Organic Gardening Almanac at OrganicGardening.com - Regional gardening calendar with monthly to do list and gardening tips from a real gardener in your area.
• OrganicGardening4U.com- great resource for beginner organic gardeners.
• Successful Organic Gardening in Containers - perfect for those with small spaces or city dwellers.
• Earth Juice organic fertilizers

The need for seed. If you've decided to start from scratch, you'll need quality organic seeds. Here are some good places to start:

• SeedsofChange.com
• WildGardenSeed.com
• HeirloomSeeds.com
• The Organic Gardening Catalogue

Green thumbs love Greenfeet.com! Check out Greenfeet's Yard & Garden section for gardening supplies.

• Mini pH Tests
• Mini Moisture Tester
• Copper T Labels
• 6 Position Low Flow Water Gun

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Lend a helping hand. Laura in NYC is working on a couple of charitable projects and needs all the help she can get! On May 12th in DC there will be a fundraiser for the Elise Martin Crosby Scholarship Fund. The organization provides educational scholarships to survivors of domestic violence in an effort to increase their income-earning potential and probability of permanent independence from their abusers.

  In July, Laura will be climbing Mount Shasta. The BCF raises awareness about the harmful health effects caused by environmental toxins. Any help you can offer Laura in her charitable efforts would be appreciated! Keep up the good work Laura!

• The Power of Green. Kristi from Minneapolis wanted to recommend a great article by Thomas Friedman called The Power of Green. The article discusses the green revolution and what needs to happen for green energy to catch on.
• Big Ideas for a Small Planet. Green Neck Laura recommends Big Ideas for a Small Planet, a new series on The Sundance Channel. The documentary series covers some of the most important environmental issues facing humanity.
• Super Stitcher. Shannon in Minnesota learned how to turn old t-shirts into cancer hats from her Aunt, who has been making mittens for orphans from old sweaters for years. She's getting ready to start embroidering, Val recommends checking out SublimeStitching.com for great embroidery patterns.

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More Hip Than Hippie #94 - EMF 101

The number of electromagnetic fields around us is increasing every year with advances in technology and information sharing. You can't see them and you can't feel them, but could electromagnetic fields be harming you? Listen in and find out!

Beer and Chocolate

Beer: Diviet Dark Amber Ale from Vietnam.

Chocolate: Trader Joe's Dark Chocolate Mint Cream. You can't get it online, but you can find a Trader Joe's near you.

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Dole lets you know. Jillicious thinks Dole's Organic Program is great! The program allows you to trace where all their organic fruits come from. Just go to the site and enter the 3-digit farm code found on the sticker on your fruit, and you can visit the country and farm your fruit came from.
• Baby animal dilemma. Spring is birthing season for many animals. What should you do if you find a baby squirrel or rabbit under your deck or in your yard? Find out at WildNeighbors.org.

News:

• World's poorest will suffer most from climate change. A new report on climate change predicts that the world's poorest countries will feel the strongest effects of global warming.
• Man swims Amazon River. 52-year old Matrin Strel has completed his 3,272-mile swim of the Amazon River. It took Strel 65 days of swimming while battling exhaustion, delirium, flesh-eating piranhas, and the bloodsucking toothpick fish.
• 102 year old ace! Chico native Elsie McLean, 102-years old, became the oldest golfer to make a hole-in-one on a regulation course. McLean made her ace at the 100-yard fourth hole at Bidwell Park.

 

EMF 101

Understand the attraction. Everyday we are exposed to electromagnetic fields (EMF). The strongest EMF's are a result of human-made technologies such as X-rays, FM radio and television transmitters, and high voltage power lines, to name a few.

EMF's can be found all over the globe. Field strength increases as you move closer the source. There have been a limited number of published studies about the risk of EMF's to land and aquatic ecosystems that show little or no evidence of significant environmental impact.

Can EMF's effect humans? Individuals have reported a variety of health problems that they relate to exposure to EMF's, referred to Electromagnetic Hypersensitivity (EHS). EHS is characterized by a range of non-specific symptoms that lack apparent toxicological or physiological basis or independent verification.

Want to learn more? Go to the World Health Organization's website and read about the International EMF Project, which assess scientific evidence of the possible health effects of EMF.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Playing Devil's Advocate to Win. Check out this comic that takes a humorours look at global warming at XKCD.com, a webcomic of romance, sarcasm, math, and language.
• Slap on the wrist for Bush administration. Doug sent us an article about the Supreme Court putting pressure on the Environmental Protection Agency. In a 5-to-4 decision, the Supreme Court rejected the EPA's argument that it had no legal authority to limit carbon emissions from new cars. Looks like it's time for the EPA to start taking responsibility!
• Apple's recycling program. Scott in NYC wanted to let us know about Apple's recycling program for old computers, monitors, and ipods. When you recycle your old ipod with Apple, they'll give you a 10% discount on the purchase of a new ipod.
• Have you heard about The Boycott? Sara wanted to spread the word about a hilarious one-woman show about climate change called "The Boycott". Written by and starring Kathryn Blume, the show is about a First Lady of the U.S. who stages a nationwide sex boycott to force her husband, the President, to address global warming.
• Whole Foods helps you go green. Green Neck Laura was impressed by some of the initiatives Whole Foods is taking on for Earth Month. The Whole Earth Weigh-in: 30 ways in 30 days guides you through April with small steps to reduce your carbon footprint.
• Wal-Mart's green initiative - just a distraction? Kristi in Minneapolis found an interesting article by Grist about Wal-Mart going green. The article questions if Wal-Mart's sudden flurry of green initiatives are just a diversion from all the other problems inherent in the big-box retailer's business model.
• Mooove your plants into CowPots. Beth wanted to spread the word about CowPots, a cool product from her local farm market, Freund's. CowPots are biodegradable pots made from composted cow manure that you plant in the ground right along with your plant. The will completely decompose and add soil-conditioning natural nutrients to your garden.
• Aussies make a difference with Earth Hour. On March 31 at 7:30 PM, Fiona in Sydney participated in Earth Hour. More than 2 million residents and businesses in Sydney, Australia voluntarily turned off all their lights and appliances for one hour as a sign of their commitment to reduce global warming. As a result, there was an amazing 10% drop in Sydney's energy consumption that night, enough to take over 43,000 cars off the road for one hour!
• Bowling Green, KY living up to their name. Leslie Beth in Kentucky will be attending the Campus Community Partnerships for Sustainability conference at Eastern Kentucky University to learn how to make the campus of her school Western Kentucky University even more green. Keep up the good work Leslie Beth!
• Move over storefronts and make way for the Webfront. Carrie thought the business model of clothing retailer Nau Webfront was a great idea. The company keeps one sample of each piece in their collection in every available size at their physical stores. Customers are encouraged to try on the clothes, but then place their order online at on-site computer kiosks and then take delivery at home. This model reduces inventory required at Nau Webfront's several physical locations, thereby reducing the impact of lengthy freight and supply chains.

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More Hip Than Hippie #93 - In the Kitchen with Debra Lynn Dadd

We've got Debra Lynn Dadd, expert on green living, talking about the benefits of Teflon-free cookware.

Beer and Chocolate

Beer: Pinkus-Muller Certified Organic Hefe Weizen
Chocolate: South Korean Dream Cacao 72% sent to us from listener Michelle

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Give e-cards a try! Save paper this Mother's Day by sending an e-card.
• Carl's Jr. closing the loop. Jason LeVecke, owner of 52 Carl's Jr. franchises in Arizona, vows to have his entire fleet of cars and trucks running on a mix of diesel and waste vegetable oil by 2010.
• Does your car make the grade? Yahoo! Autos Green Center rates how eco-friendly your car is.
• Dyeing Easter eggs naturally. Check out Body + Soul magazine for tips on how to dye your Easter eggs using only natural ingredients.
• Green racing car with potato tires. The Eco One racing car has tires made from potatoes and brake pads made from cashew nut shells. Designed with a top speed of 125 mph, the car will make its debut at the Sexy Green Car Show in Cornwall, England.
• Restore your faith in food. A six-foot tall milk chocolate Jesus Christ is the latest creation from artist Cosimo Cavallaro. The sculpture, entitled "My Sweet Lord" contains approximately 480,000 calories.
• Wine and ice cream: the next peanut butter and jelly? Boonville's Mercer's Ice Cream, a New York dairy, has created wine-flavored ice cream. Choose from 3 different flavors: Ala Port Wine, Peachy White Zinfandel, and Red Raspberry Chardonnay.

News:

• Congrats San Francisco! San Francisco has become the first city to ban plastic bags.
• Go Green, Get Rich. Waste Disposal, learn about the ultimate recycling machine from PyroGenesis.

 

In the Kitchen with Debra Lynn Dadd

How safe is your cookware? Teflon is a known carcinogen and tests indicate that the chemical is in 95% of the population's blood.

Debra Lynn Dadd recommends trying one of these alternatives to traditional Teflon coated cookware:

• Soapstone available at Greenfeet.
• Cast Iron cookware
• Riess Enamelware- resistant to chipping

Don't forget to pick up a copy of Debra's book, Home Safe Home.

 

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Boeing going green? Kristi found an article about a fuel cell airplane being developed by Boeing. The company plans to conduct experimental flight tests later this year.
• Beef linked to lower sperm count. Aaron was shocked when he read that men who's mothers ate a lot of beef during pregnancy have sperm counts 25% below normal. Researchers believe it may be due to anabolic steroids used in the U.S. to fatten cattle.
• Now your washer can have balls too! Raven discovered Eco Balls, balls that replace laundry detergent and decrease your water usage. Each set lasts for 1000 washes!
• Treehuggers only! Ever wanted to live in a tree? Now you can! Beth found The Hostel in the Forest in Brunswick, GA. The center teaches sustainability and also serves as a spiritual retreat.
• Disney's Environmentality. Wendy found out that Disney is attempting to minimize the waste created in their theme parks and has recycled more than 650,000 tons of materials since 1991.
• Indy ethanol. Katie sent us an article about an Indy car that runs off ethanol. Jeff Simmons is the driver of the Rahal Letterman Racing's Team Ethanol Honda/Dallara in the IndyCar series.

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More Hip Than Hippie #92 - Go With The Flow

You've asked about it. You've anxiously anticipated it. The time has finally come.
We're going there: eco-friendly alternatives to traditional feminine care products. Don't miss this episode, we're going with the flow.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Spring Ale from Butte Creek Brewing Company in Chico, CA
Chocolate: Antioxidant from Dagoba Apothecary

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Organic Ice Cream. Green & Blacks chocolate has debuted a line of delicious organic ice cream. Mmmm.
• Plant Love Lipstick. PlantLove Botanical Lipstick from Cargo is a new eco-friendly lipstick. The tube is made from corn plastic and the outer carton is made from flower paper embedded with flower seeds - simply moisten and plant!
• A hero needs your help! Michael J. Keenan was burned over 80% of his body after he ran into a burning building to save a trapped Jack Russell Terrier named Bobby. Bobby was severely burned, but is recovering steadily. Michael, an artist, has no insurance and is currently being treated in the ICU of San Francisco General Hospital. Donate to the Michael J. Keenan support fund and help this hero in his recovery process.
• Last Call for entries in More Hip Contest! Create the design that will be on the official More Hip Than Hippie Chico Bag!
  • Design must use only one color.
  • Design should be suitable for men and women to use.
  • The winner will receive 20 chico bags with their design on it!
  • The deadline for entries is March 31, 2007.
  • Email your submissions to hip@greenfeet.com.

News:

• Harry Potter goes green. The final installment of the Harry Potter series, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows will not only be the biggest, but also the greenest. In addition to using paper containing a minimum of 30% post-consumer waste, a special deluxe edition will be printed on paper using 100% post-consumer waste.
• Proud of our Hometown. According to a nationwide study conducted by Country Home Magazine, Chico, CA is one of the greenest cities in America! Chico was ranked the twentieth most eco-friendly place to live out of 379 cities. Yay Chico!
• Go Green, Get Rich. Problem 5: Dirty water.

 

Go With The Flow

Reusable feminine care products aren't just healthier for the environment, they're healthier for you too. Learn more by checking out these links:

• Reduce your risk of Toxic Shock Syndrome by getting the facts.
• Natracare compostable and biodegradable feminine products
• LunaPads reusable 100% cotton pads
• Sea Sponge Tampons
• Glad Rags reusable pads available in organic or regular cotton
• Moon Cup soft silicone rubber menstrual cup

 

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Are your fish dying from dye? Beth wanted to let everyone know about a disturbing practice going on in the freshwater tropical fish industry. She found that many of these fish have been either injected with a needle or dipped in a dye that is known to cause disease and lesions that will ultimately kill the fish. Read more about this problem at DeathbyDyeing.org.
• Shrink wrapped trash? Josh sent along an article about TransLoad America, a solid waste management company that plans to shrink wrap tons of garbage in plastic. The company claims it a cost-effective and eco-friendly way to dispose of waste because the shrink wrapped cylindrical bales won't leach pollution into groundwater.
• Vegetarian recommendation. Theresa in Santa Cruz wanted to let everyone know about her favorite brand of fake chicken and turkey, Quorn.
• Shout out! Big thanks to Natalie and her blog, She who laughs, lasts, for the spreading the word about More Hip!
• No Impact. Allison found an article about a family in NYC conducting what they call the No Impact experiment. Rules for No Impact include producing no trash (except compost), eating only organic food grown within a 250-mile radius of Manhattan, and using no paper (even toilet paper is off limits). Alison also found a cool water powered clock and a multifunction clock with thermometer and alarm.
• A Hipster needs your help! Carrie is planning a walk from New York to Los Angeles in order to raise awareness of the small actions we can all take to make the environment healthier. She needs lots of supplies and support, so check out her website and help this dedicated hipster raise awareness!

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More Hip Than Hippie #91 - Sugar, A Not So Sweet Subject

Sugar: not so sweet for the environment. Did you know that sugar production and farming are very polluting processes? It negatively affects soil, water, air, and biodiversity where it is farmed. Learn how and what's being done to create change.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Woodchuck Granny Smith Draft Cider
Chocolate: Awaken the heart with the Eros bar from Dagoba Apothecary

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Manure recycled into furniture? Researchers at Michigan State University and the U.S. Department of Agriculture are saying that fiber processed from sterilized cow manure could be taking the place of sawdust in fiberboard, used to make flooring, furniture, and even store shelves. Researchers hope it could partly solve the problem of disposing the 1.5 trillion to 2 trillion pounds of manure produced annually in the United States.
• Norwegian's 'Think' big. The Norwegian electric car company Think Nordic ASA has raised $25 million in capital and plans to begin making its new design Think City car later this year. The Think City has a range of around 110 miles and meets both European and U.S. safety standards.
• More Hip Contest! Create the design that will be on the official More Hip Than Hippie Chico Bag!
  • Design must use only one color.
  • Design should be suitable for men and women to use.
  • The winner will receive 20 chico bags with their design on it!
  • The deadline for entries is March 31, 2007.
  • Email your submissions to hip@greenfeet.com.

News:

• Go Green, Get Rich. Problem # 4: Dirty air.
• Chemical linked to birth defects found at unsafe levels in canned food. A study by the Environmental Working Group found unsafe levels of Bisphenol A (BPA) in more than half of the samples of canned fruits, vegetables, soda, and baby formula taken from supermarket shelves.
• World population on the rise. The world's population is expected to rise from the current 6.5 billion to 9.1 billion by 2050.

 

Sugar, a not so sweet subject

The world's sugar consumption is growing at an amazing rate. In fact, 145 million tons of sugars are produced in 121 countries every year!

Manufacturing and processing of sugar takes a major toll on the planet. Effecting everything from biodiversity, to soil fertility and water quality, sugar is tough on the environment. Read the report on sugar and the environment by the World Wildlife Fund.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Bump and coffee grind! Welcome to new listener Terry, who wanted to recommend a coffee grinder that you crank by hand. She found hers in Amish country, but you can buy one at EsspressoZone.com.
• Co-sponsor Sanders/Boxer Global Warming Bill. Sara wanted to pass along this call to action. Senator Barbara Boxer is seeking 59,544 Americans to sign on as citizen co-sponsors to her Global Warming bill.
• Alternative garbage bags. Amy and her husband were wondering about a good alternative is to plastic garbage bags. Try Biobags made from corn plastic.
• One proud Mama! New mom Jennifer loved the Lucky Lavender Dog she got at her shower almost as much as her new baby boy! Pick up a Lucky Lavender Dog for your next baby shower at Greenfeet.
• What's in a vegan lunch box? Veggie Liz in NYC wanted to recommend Vegan Lunch Box, an award-winning blog with tons of yummy recipes. Thanks Liz!
• Plastic bags for your fun bags! Reba sent along a link with directions to turn your old plastic bags into a bra!
• Green camping. Mary in Memphis and Liz in Brooklyn were both wondering about green camping. Check out More Hip Than Hippie #55 - Green Camping for tips.
• Get supercharged with this 'rawcumentary'. Jenna just finished her documentary film called Super Charge Me about her personal transformation on raw food. It will be screened at the Raw Film Festival in Hollywood, CA. Get a sneak preview by checking out the two minute trailer of Super Charge Me.
• Forget bagging, wrap it! Erin wanted to recommend a great alternative to plastic sandwich bags called the Wrap-N-Mat. The Wrap-N-Mat is a reusable storage system for sandwiches that can also be used as a placemat.
• Tour in eco-friendly style with Mr. Toad. Our own Jillicious wanted to spread the word about Mr. Toad's Tours, which takes you on adventure through San Francisco in pre-1930's vehicles that are eco-friendly and run off propane.
• California family finding the Path to Freedom. Heather wanted to let us know about the Deraves family that is trying to become completely self-sufficient by growing their own food, using solar power, harvesting gray water, etc. Learn more about the family at their website at PathToFreedom.com.

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More Hip Than Hippie #90 - A Chat with Ed Begley Jr.

We'll be interviewing Ed Begley Jr. about living the eco-friendly lifestyle in Los Angeles. Ed Begley Jr. is most well known for his many acting roles on shows including St. Elsewhere, Arrested Development, and Six Feet Under, among many others. His show on HGTV Living With Ed chronicles what its like living the green life with Ed. You don't want to miss this!

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Drake's Imperial Stout.
Chocolate: Clarity from Dagoba Apothecary, 74% dark chocolate with a ginger-lemon infusion.

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Go commando! Commandos are uniquely shaped, cotton, disposable patches that stick in the curved seam of pants, so you can go underwear free in comfort.
• Find out which foods have GMO's ingredients at TrueFoodNow.com.
• Heirloom seeds. OrganicConsumers.org will tell you where you can get non-gmo seeds in your area.
• More Hip Contest! Create the design that will be on the official More Hip Than Hippie Chico Bag!
  • Design must use only one color.
  • Design should be suitable for men and women to use.
  • The winner will receive 20 chico bags with their design on it!
  • The deadline for entries is March 31, 2007.
  • Email your submissions to hip@greenfeet.com.

News:

• Biodiesel taxes? Doug was shocked when he read about an Illinois man who was fined for using untaxed biodiesel. He also wanted to let us know about the French Press Mugs from Planetary Design, that let you make your coffee and drink it in one stainless steel mug.

 

Chatting with Ed Begley Jr.

Check out Ed's show on HGTV, Living with Ed and add him to your friends on myspace.

What would Ed do? If you want to be more eco-friendly, check out some of the products Ed recommends:

• Terra Pass offsets your carbon emissions
• Begley's Best All Purpose Cleaner
• Begley's Best Glass Cleaner
• Begley's Best Spot Remover

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• New life for old soles. Tina was wondering where you can recycle old shoes. Try Nike's Reuse-A-Shoe program, which turns the old shoes into basketball courts, tennis courts, and athletic fields.
• LEED professional accreditation. Congratulations to Eileen, who just passed her exam to become a LEED accredited professional! Learn more about what it means here.
• Almost organic comfort. Wendy wanted to recommend Northern Naturals, a company that makes comfy futons that are as close to organic as you can get.
• Smart people eat chocolate, but we already knew that! Brock thought we'd like this article, and he was right! A study from Nottingham University concluded that dark chocolate can help improve alertness and increase performance over several hours.
• McDonald's to roll out premium patties. Mr. Designer found out that McDonald's, following in the footsteps of Carl's Jr. and Burger King, will start selling premium Angus beef burgers at over 600 of their California franchises.
• Musicians making a difference.
  • Kristi's a fan of Guster and their Campus Consciousness Tour which visits college campuses promoting environmental awareness.
  • Emily recommend's recording artist Vienna Teng, who's Green Caravan Tour includes green merchandise and working with Habitat for Humanity.
• Super socks. Ever wondered how socks made from bamboo hold up compared to regular cotton ones? Well Bob found a great pair that go the distance, Bamboo Runners from Geomio. They're designed specifically for running, hiking, and other outdoor activities.
• Nice try Coca-Cola, but not quite. Diana sent us an article about Coca-Cola's new 'healthy' drink, Diet Coke Plus. It's Diet Coke with a few vitamins tossed in there, but if you ask us, it's not enough to qualify Diet Coke as healthy. . .
• San Fran could ban plastic bags. Patrick sent us an article about how San Francisco's city board of directors is considering a ban on plastic bags.
• Grow your own home. Jay thought that the 'Fab Tree Hab' was an idea worth passing along. It's an all-green concept home that will grow from a few seedlings into a 2 story eco-efficient home.
• Hyundai takes new approach to fuel efficiency. According to Jeromy, it seems Hyundai has finally made a car worth buying! The QarmaQ's skin is mostly made from recycled plastic bottles, making the car much lighter, resulting in about 20 gallons a year savings in gas.

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More Hip Than Hippie #89 - Not Quite Ed Begley Jr.

Due to a last minute family issue, Ed Begley Jr. had to reschedule for next week. So instead we're covering a little bit of everything!

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Roots Organic Woody IPA from Roots Organic Brewery, the first certified organic brewery in Oregon. Big thanks goes out to listener Kati for sending this tasty brew!
Chocolate: Cocoa D'Arriba 77% dark chocolate with mango and chili from Hachez Chocolatier.

Hip News and Finds Finds:

• Soy under where? This one is for the fellas, now you can get closer to soy than you've ever imagined with the 2xist soy collection of men's underwear. They say they're more luxurious cashmere. . . someone will have to try these out and let us know what you think!
• More Hip Contest! Create the design that will be on the official More Hip Than Hippie Chico Bag!
  • Design must use only one color.
  • Design should be suitable for men and women to use.
  • The winner will receive 20 chico bags with their design on it!
  • The deadline for entries is March 31, 2007.
  • Email your submissions to hip@greenfeet.com.

More Hip Book Club

 

Discussion is open in the MHTH forum for our second book, Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan.

A Green Topic Stew

We're covering a little bit everything today, you could call it a "green topic stew". Here's what we got:

• Monsanto's Round-up Ready has been polluting the soil and water in France, despite their advertising it was safe. Read more here: Monsanto fined in France for false advertising.
• Worried about lead in your child's lunchbox? Try a lead test kit and read more in Consumer Protection Agency covered up risks from lead in children's lunchboxes.
• Wondering how to recycle your CFL's and other light bulbs? Check out LightBulbRecycling.com for light bulb recycling kits.
• To find out more about the safety of essential oils, read IFRA promotes synthetic ingredients in fragrances.
• Honey Bee's have been dying off in record numbers from colony collapse disorder. The suspected cause of this phenomenon? Scientists believe it could be related to pesticides or mice.

 

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Raven sent along a great article about one of our favorite things... chocolate! Read Cocoa of Many Colors.
• Write it in a letter. This was sent to us from our own Jillicious. Write a letter to your representative demanding real action on global warming, and Al Gore will personally deliver it to Washington this month.
• Calculate your impact. Liz from NY sent along a link to the Eating Green Calculator, which calculates the impact of your eating habits on your body and the environment.
• Tire reef disaster. Beth sent an article about the artificial tire reef off the coast of Florida. A salvage effort to remove all of the tires is expected to run through 2010 and cost the state around $3.4 million.
• Congrats to Alison! Alison and her husband are expecting the first Teeny Weenie Greenie Baby! Congrats!
• Allison (another one!) found an article about Al Gore earning money from zinc mining. He's not perfect, but he does offset the pollution the mine creates.

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More Hip Than Hippie #88 - Eat Green, Save Green

Since Dori is a new vegetarian (with four kids to support!), we'll be talking about how to eat organic without going broke. It IS possible, and we'll tell you how!

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Mackeson XXX Stout from Whitbread Beer Company in London, England.

Chocolate: Wow Wee Maui dark chocolate with Hawaiian coconut.

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• What Cheese are you? Check out this site where you enter your name and it tells you what kind of cheese you are!
• More Hip Contest! Create the design that will be on the official More Hip Than Hippie Chico Bag!
  • Design must use only one color.
  • Design should be suitable for men and women to use.
  • The winner will receive 20 chico bags with their design on it!
  • The deadline for entries is March 31, 2007.
  • Email your submissions to hip@greenfeet.com.

News:

• Whole Foods to buy Wild Oats. The deal, estimated at $565 million, will allow Whole Foods to compete better with larger traditional grocers which are encroaching into the organic and prepared foods niches.
• Half-ton squid caught in New Zealand. A squid weighing an estimated 990 pounds and 39 feet long took two hours to reel in by a fishing crew in Antarctic waters.
• Faux Paw An investigation conducted by the Humane Society has discovered fur from domestic dogs in the fur trim of jackets, that were labeled as 'faux fur'. Some of the jackets included were from designer labels such as Andrew Marc and Tommy Hilfiger.
• Go Green, Get Rich. Problem number 3: Hunger and malnutrition.

More Hip Book Club

Discussion is open in the MHTH forum for our second book, Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan.

How to eat healthy without going broke

Listen in for tips on eating healthy on a budget!

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Wash your plastic bags in the dishwasher. Cat discovered a cool product called the Bag-E-Wash that allows you to wash quart and gallon sized plastic bags in your dishwasher. One box of 30 gallon-size bags washed with Bag-E-Wash and reused 50 times each saves $150.00 and keeps 1,500 bags out of the landfills. Thanks Cat!
• Aussies ban standard bulbs. Kristi sent us an article about how Australia will phase out standard light bulbs over the next three years.
• Ikea starts new plastic bag initiative. Doug found out that starting March 15 Ikea will charge customers 5 cents per plastic bag and urge the purchase of reusable bags. It's a great effort to reduce plastic bag waste - lets hope more companies follow suit!
• What's Up Kids? Leanne is a yoga instructor in Canada and discovered a great family magazine called What's Up Kids. It has lots of articles about fighting global warming, family nutrition, and how to get your family to be more physically active.
• Karen wanted to recommend Domino magazine to all the other listeners. It's got tons of information about living with green style.
• Green Chemistry. Phil heard the show about green science and wanted to let us know about green chemistry. In fact, he's been working on his Ph.D. at the Centre for Green Chemistry in Melbourne, Australia. Check out the EPA's website for the 12 principles of Green Chemistry.
• Cancer-causing chemical found in children's bath products. Jennifer wanted to let us know about the recent discovery of 1,4-Dioxane, a carcinogen, in dozens of children's bath products, including Hello Kitty Bubble Bath, Johnson's Baby Wash, and Sesame Street Bubble Bath.
• Vegetarians saving the world. Laura wanted to pass along an article about how not eating meat can save the planet. It's on page 20 of Natural Awakenings online magazine.
• Minnesota sets renewable energy standard. Loree wanted to let us know about the new renewable energy requirements signed by Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty. Part of Pawlenty's Next Generation Energy Initiative, it sets a renewable energy requirement of 25% by 2025.
• Barb lives in a community that has greenbelts and loves it! Check out some pictures of her town, Kingwood, Texas.
• Sven recommends Extra Pale Ale from Summit Brewing Company.

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More Hip Than Hippie #87 - Green Science

We've all been there before. It's dissection day in Biology class and as you walk into the brightly lit lab you can't help but notice the overwhelming smell of formaldehyde. It's practically an adolescent rite of passage. Whether it was a worm, fetal pig, or frog, dissection has long been considered an integral part of grammar school education. But does dissection do more harm than good? Find out as Dori and Val explore the impact of classroom dissections on the environment.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Train Wreck Organic with a whopping 10.6% ABV from Butte Creek Brewing Company here in Chico, CA.
Chocolate: Shaman's Heart organic dark chocolate with ruby raspberries from Shaman Chocolates.

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• More Hip Contest! Create the design that will be on the official More Hip Than Hippie Chico Bag!
  • Design must use only one color.
  • Design should be suitable for men and women to use.
  • The winner will receive 20 chico bags with their design on it!
  • The deadline for entries is March 31, 2007.
  • Email your submissions to hip@greenfeet.com.
• This Old Green House. "This Old House" has begun its first-ever green renovation in Austin, Texas. Get a sneak peak of the house and check your local listings to catch the show when it airs on PBS.

News:

• Would you like some lead with your lunch? When the government tested 60 soft, vinyl lunch boxes, they found one in five contained hazardous levels of lead, but neglected to tell the public. Buy these lead-free food storage containers at Greenfeet.com:
  • To-Go Ware Stainless Steel Lunch Box
  • Glass Storage Dishes
• A win for industrial hemp. North Dakota has issued the first U.S. industrial hemp licenses.

 

More Hip Book Club

Discussion is open in the MHTH forum for our second book, Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan.

Classroom Dissections and the Environment
For more information about classroom dissections and alternatives, check out these sites:

• About.com - Dissection and the environment.
• National Science Teachers Association.
• TeachKind.org - resource list of alternatives to dissection.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• A new take on SUV design. Patrick found an interesting take on the SUV vs. the environmentalist in this comic.
• Beth was wondering if was paper is a good alternative to plastic when it comes to food storage. It is! Check out the wax paper and wax paper bags available at Greenfeet.com.
• Steve really liked episode # 85 about greenbelts. Why? Because he is an environmental planner in Pennsylvania! He recommends these sites for those interested in joining the greenbelt movement where they live:
  • Pennsylvania's Greenways Clearinghouse
  • Planning.org
  • Planetizen.com
  • Cyburbia.org
• Colin and his seven year-old son Carrick decided to enter the Convenient Truths video contest. Check out their submission "A Kid, a Car, and an Idea!".

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More Hip Than Hippie #86 - Be The Cause

Dori and Val are chatting with Max and Benn of our local Chico, CA environmental group The Cause. Learn how these dedicated students are making big changes in the community and shining the spotlight on sustainability.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Sunshine Wheat from New Belgium Brewery.

Chocolate: Dark Chocolate 70% with orange from Valor Chocolates.

Hip News and Finds Finds:

• Eat healthy, eat wild. EatWild.com is a terrific source for finding safe, healthy, natural and nutritious grass-fed beef, lamb, bison, goats, pork, poultry, and dairy products. The site will help you find a pasture-based farm near you.
• How well do you know your chocolate? Take the Chocolate IQ Test to find out!
• More Hip Contest! Create the design that will be on the official More Hip Than Hippie Chico Bag! It must use only one color and be suitable for men and women to use. Email your submissions to hip@greenfeet.com before March 31, 2007 to enter. The winner will receive 20 chico bags with their design on it!

News:

• Go Green, Get Rich. Problem 2: Oil Dependency. Find out how some companies tackling the world's dependency on oil and making a profit at the same time.
• Branson ups the anty on climate change. Richard Branson is offering a $25M prize to whoever can devise an efficient and effective method of fighting global warming.
• China shoots for the moon. The Chinese space program is hoping to find an endless supply of clean, safe energy on the moon.
• Call to action. Senator Barbara Boxer is seeking your opinion to help set a new agenda in Washington. She's asking you to rank your concerns for global warming and give your ideas on how to solve the problem.

More Hip Book Club

Pretty soon we'll be starting our second book, Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan.

Be The Cause

Max and Benn are Chico State students who think big. They started the group The Cause to help focus community attention on sustainable practices.

The Big Bike Ride
Max, Benn, and four other students will ride their bikes 385 miles from Chico, CA to Eugene, OR to attend the Public Interest Environmental Law Conference. Along the way, the group plans to stop at schools, coffee shops, and other gathering spots to teach children and communities about the importance of sustainability.

If you would like to help this dedicated group of students, they are collecting spare bike parts and other supplies to make the trip successful. Check out their website at Be-the-cause.org

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Shout out! Check out The Mommy Spot, a blog focused on raising babies the natural way.
• Break the addiction. Alison wanted to let us know about thinkMTV. It's a campaign from MTV that urges viewers to do their part for the environment.
• Help save the polar bears. Shanti wanted to spread the word about a call to action to save the polar bears. Send a message directly to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service urging them to protect polar bears under the Endangered Species Act.
• Breaking down photodegradation. Eileen wanted to clarify what 'photodegrade' means so that women like her can make the case against plastic to their husbands! Thanks Eileen!
• Are you a friend of Al? Meredith is and proud of it! She found an awesome tote from handbag designers Hayden-Harnett that will display your fondness for Mr. Gore and the environment! It's a little pricey at $55, but worth every penny since $25 goes to global warming charities and $10 goes to plant ten trees.

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More Hip Than Hippie # 85 - Fasten Your Greenbelts

Go Greenbelts! Not the kind you wear, the kind around urban areas! Greenbelts are areas of open space around cities that provide a barrier to sprawl and give you a place to get some fresh air. Dori and Val give you the low down on why they are important and what you can do to join the movement!

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: USDA certified organic Stone Mill Pale Ale from Green Valley Brewing.

Chocolate: 61% Santa Catarina from Seeds of Change.
Hip News and Finds
Finds:

• More Hip T-shirts available for purchase! Order yours today!
• Order your organic bouquet from By Nature. London based company By Nature announced the launch of their organic flower delivery service.

News:

• Divestment campaign moves into US mutual funds. Activists are urging mutual funds to stop investing in Sudan, where hundreds of thousands of people have been killed as a result of a brutal genocide in Darfur.
• Go with the wind. Airtricity, a Dublin based wind developer, announced plans for a European supergrid that will be a network of over 2,000 off shore wind turbines in the North Atlantic.
• Going green brings big profits. The business community is finding opportunities to create profit while attempting to solve the world's biggest pollution problems.
• Shining the spotlight on CFL's. California Assemblyman Lloyd Levine has introduced the "How Many Legislators Does it Take to Change a Lightbulb Act" that would ban incandescent lightbulbs by 2012.
• Go Gore! Vice President Al Gore has earned a nomination for the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize for his work drawing attention to the problem of global warming. We're pulling for you, Al!

More Hip Book Club

 

Pretty soon we'll be starting our second book, Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan.

Greenbelts

Get your Greenbelt on! Greenbelts are a lot more than just open space. They give city dwellers a place to enjoy nature, help limit urban sprawl, offset global warming, and may lead to world peace. Learn more at:

• What Good are Greenbelts?
• The Greenbelt Alliance
• The Green Belt Movement
• Urban Growth Boundaries Fact Sheet

 

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Tom bought himself a pack of the Japanese toilet paper made from recycled juice cartons. He sent us some pics so we could see how soft it was!
• New listener Beth is interested in learning more about essential oils. Val recommends Aromatherapy for Dummies and the Encyclopedia of Essential Oils.
• Eat healthy, eat organic. Heather discovered Mighty Foods, a blog about natural and organic foods. She also recommends checking out the 100 mile diet. The idea behind this diet is to only eat food that came from within 100 miles of where you live.
• Lumberjacks go underwater. Mr. Designer found an article about the Sawfish, an underwater chainsaw that operates by remote control. It is being used to cut down underwater forests created by the flooding that occurs when new hydroelectric dams are built.
• Shoo flea! When Becky moved into her new apartment, she quickly learned it had fleas. To stop the bites, she recommends taking garlic capsules.
• Vegetarians are crossing over. As organic and free-range meats have become more widely available, some vegetarians are giving meat a chance. Tom found an article on the BBC about some of the vegetarians experiencing a change of heart.
• Ahead of the curve. According to an article sent to us by Dee entitled "Big business is already acting on the climate threat and waiting for Washington to catch up". As businesses seek to adapt to the impact of climate change, Washington seems to be taking the 'let's sit back and see what happens' approach.

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More Hip Than Hippie # 84 - The State of the Climate

The environmental movement is gaining more supporters as world leaders gather to discuss how to stop global warming. We'll be talking about the recent political developments from the 2007 World Economic Forum and how these initiatives will affect you.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: PranQster Belgian Style Golden Ale from North Coast Brewing Company.

Chocolate: We tried some Japanese chocolates in 99%, 86%, and 72% sent to us from listener Tom Collins. Thanks Tom!

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• More Hip T-shirts available for purchase! Order yours today!
• Check out Patagonia's DIY shoes made with leather from the factory floor!
• Green Day seeks to mobilize youth. Pop- punk trio Green Day has joined forces with the NDRC to encourage youth action for the environment.

News:

• California first to ban dry-cleaning chemical. By 2023 California will have completely banned the use of perchloroethylene, the most common chemical used by dry cleaners that has been linked to a variety of cancers.
• Winner of trip to space loses his ticket. Brian Emmett won a sweepstakes held by Oracle Corp. receiving a free trip to space. However, the tax burden of the trip would have meant huge debt that Emmett would be unable to pay.
• Could your chocolate be weighed down? Raven found an article about the lead content in chocolate. In March 2006, Dagoba had to recall several lines of their chocolate due to lead contamination with levels above the FDA's "safe" limit of 0.5 parts per million.

More Hip Book Club

Pretty soon we'll be starting our second book, Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan.

The State of the Climate

Find out what politicians and world leaders are doing to stop global warming how it affects you!

• Clouds lift on Climate Change at the 2007 World Economic Forum.
• Bush and climate change
• Blair optimistic over climate change

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• A new way to roll. Tom found a Japanese company that makes toilet paper from recycled juice and milk cartons. The site is completely in Japanese, but this nifty illustration gets the point across!
• Eco-friendly pet care. Cat recommends OnlyNaturalPet.com for reasonably priced natural pet remedies. The company also buys green wind energy to offset their electricity use, recycles their boxes and packaging materials, and employs a natural care vet to answer any questions you might have.
• Liz was looking for an eco-friendly way to kill moss and algae. Try Safer Brand Moss and Algae Killer.
• If you're looking for natural vinegar, Patrick recommends White House vinegar. Another good brand to try is Natural Value, available at health stores across the country.
• Oil companies in Canada. Sebastien in Quebec was looking for information regarding the oil in Canada. Check out these sites:
  • Sierralegal.org
  • GasandOil.com
  • Pembina.org
• One listener was seeking an eco-friendly way of disposing of old prescriptions. Check out Earth911.org for some good suggestions.

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More HIp Than Hippie #83 - Valentines & Chico Bags

There's a coupod during the show, so listen closely and you can save yourself some bucks on your next Greenfeet purchase!

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Hue Beer from Hue Brewery in Vietnam

Chocolate: Bayano from Seeds of Change, a dark chocolate bar with cacao nibs and cinnamon oil.

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• More Hip T-shirts available for purchase! Order yours today!
• A Convenient Truth Contest. Make a green video about how to fight global warming and you could win an all-expense paid, carbon offset trip to Alaska for 2 and gear from Patagonia.
• Email the Gates Foundation and urge them to stop donating to companies that pollute!

News:

• 'Jungle Woman' emerges from the wild. On January 13, a Cambodian villager discovered the 'Jungle Woman' naked, bare bones thin, and stealing food from his lunch box. Officials have been unable to gain any information directly from the woman since it appears she doesn't speak any language, instead communicating with grunts and primitive sign language.
• How organic is Wal-Mart? Wisconsin officials have launched an investigation into Wal-Mart's organic products after reports that the retail giant is misleading consumers.

Reusable Bags: Why you need one

We have Andy, creator of the Chico Bag, on the patio and chatting with us about the importance of reusable shopping bags.

Find more facts about reusable bags at ReusableBags.com

Order your Chico Bag from Greenfeet.com!

Green Valentine's Day

Single and looking for the perfect eco-date on Valentine's Day? Check out some of these green dating and networking sites to meet someone special that shares your love for the planet.

• Green-Passions.com
• VeganPassions.com
• GreenSingles.com
• Earth Wise Singles

Show that special someone you care with a Valentine's Day that is as eco-friendly as it is thoughtful!

• Organic Flowers
  • OrganicBouquet.com
  • Diamond Organics
  • California Organic Flowers
• Fair Trade Chocolate
  • AlterEco
  • Dagoba Chocolates
  • Lake Champlain Chocolates
• Tattoo your diamond. Dalumi Diamonds has developed a system that lets you tattoo a message on to your diamond.
• Sustainable gifts from Greenfeet
  • Limited Edition Valentine's Day Bike Chain Bottle Opener
  • Fire & Light Red Recycled Glass Heart
  • Heart with Sunburst Suncatcher

     

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• 'Green Neck Hipster' Laura recommends Lion Brand Yarn Company for those who like to crochet and knit. The company has a great line of organic cotton yarn.
• Calling all Connecticut Hipsters! Jillicious found a free eco-friendly event for Connecticut Hipsters called Build A Greener Connecticut. The event takes place in Hartford on February 1, 2007 and will act as a forum on the environment, economic, and public health benefits of green building strategies.
• Major corporations join fight against global warming. Michelle found an article reporting that many major U.S. corporations are adding to the pressure on the federal government to address climate change. The coalition, called the United States Climate Action Partnership, includes PG&E, DuPont Co. and General Electric Co. to name a few.
• Jenny in Flowery Branch, GA wanted to show us her cool new fuel-efficient ride, a Honda Fit. Looks good Jenny!
• Brits buy more fruits and vegetables. Tom sent us an article about this healthy trend in Britain. According to a survey the British are buying more fruits and vegetables, the biggest increase in twenty years.
• Looking for a leak-proof travel mug? If you prefer not to shop at Starbucks, Kristi in Minneapolis recommends the OXO Good Grip Travel Mug.
• Road trip! If you're looking for some good roadside attractions on your next road trip in the, Kellie suggests RoadsideAmerica.com. The site is dedicated to all things "world's largest", "world's smallest", and unique.
• Small steps across America. Carrie is so dedicated to the idea that small steps create big change, she's putting her walking shoes where her mouth is. She is currently planning to walk from Los Angeles to New York City in order to raise awareness for the environment. It's a big project planning her route and she needs all the help she can get! She needs help planning her route, financing the trek, and setting up a place for those she meets along the way to donate to environmental institutions. If you can help, or know anyone that can, shoot us an email at hip@greenfeet.com and we'll put you in contact with Carrie.

More Hip Than Hippie # 82 - Pick Your Poison

"Green Oil Company" would be an oxymoron, however some oil companies are more eco-friendly than others. We'll be talking about U.S. oil companies and which two are the most and which two are the least eco-friendly.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Mateveza from Butte Creek Brewing Co. in Chico, CA.

Chocolate: Bija Omega Truffles from Flora.

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• More Hip T-shirts available for purchase! Order yours today!
• United Students for Fair Trade. USFT is a great organization for students looking to make an impact on their world. Their core objective is to raise awareness and expand demand for Fair Trade alternatives both on campuses and in communities.
• Not a fan of wine glass charms? Every Day with Rachael Ray suggests using a grease pencil to label glasses at your next party. The names will wipe right off when it's time to clean up!
• Check out MaryJanesFarm for organic pre-made meals and freeze dried ingredients.
• Shout out! Big Thanks to RRRose who made a post about More Hip on the Tales of the Bondgirls blog!

News:

• Wal-Mart sets its sights on zero waste. The retail giant has set a long-term goal of zero waste. Wal-Mart aims to reduce solid waste from its U.S. stores by 25% over the next two years.
• Doomsday clock moves closer to midnight. The doomsday clock has been moved two minutes ahead to 11:55, making it only 5 minutes away from midnight.
• Congress proposes mandatory limits on greenhouse gases. If passed, the legislation would reduce carbon dioxide and five other greenhouse gases to one- third of the levels in 2000 by 2050.

 

More Hip Book Club

Pretty soon we'll be starting our second book, Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan.

Pick Your Poison

An article entitled "Pick Your Poison" appeared in the Sierra Club and is about which U.S. oil companies have the best environmental reputation. Here are their results:

• Bottom of the Barrel - worst companies.
  • ExxonMobil
  • ConocoPhillips
• Middle of the Barrel - average companies.
  • Royal Dutch Shell
  • Chevron
  • Valero Energy Corporation
  • Citgo
• Top of the Barrel - most eco-friendly companies.
  • BP
  • Sunoco

 

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• Arlington, VA unveils new environmental initiative. Sara was happy to let us know that the county she works for, Arlington, is working to reduce County greenhouse gas emissions 10 percent by 2012. Hopefully this will become a trend all across the country!
• Find your old books new homes. Melanie in Chicago found a great site for exchanging old books called Bookins.com. It allows you to trade your old books for ones you've been wanting to read for a small flat fee. What a great idea!
• Milk carton mayhem! Elizabeth was looking for some good ideas to recycle milk cartons.

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More Hip Than Hippie #81 - This and That

This episode we're talking about Wal-Mart's plan to use flexible scheduling. Also there will be our usual news and finds.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Honey Wheat Ale from Mount St. Helena Brewing Company.

Chocolate: Santander Colombian Single Origin 70% with Pineapple bits

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Do all those old CD's laying around make you want to sing the blues? Check out LaLa, a system for trading your old CD's you don't want anymore or that are already copied to your iPod for other used CD's you want. It works like this: you trade your CD's for just $1 each plus a $.75 shipping charge and for each CD you send out, you will get one that you want in return. Pretty cool if you ask us!
• Ants have you feeling antsy? Try this chemical-free recipe that works overnight from "Common Sense Pest Control".
• Heat it up. TrueFuel is an eco-friendly firelog that's made from 100% recycled hard wood fiber from sawmill residue.
• Looking for a change of scenery? If there is a move in your future, you might want to check out Lyons, Colorado. That's where you'll find Lyons Valley Village, a new sustainable community that uses Built-Green construction for the homes and solar hot water systems.
• More Hip t-shirts available for purchase! Order yours today!
• Find yourself an eco-date. If you're looking for someone special that shares your passion for green living, try one of these social networking sites:
  • VeganPassions.com
  • Earth Wise Singles
  • GreenSingles.com

News:

• A new era in efficiency for solar power. The Department of Energy has reported that scientists have produced a more efficient solar cell. The cell is the first to break the 40-percent efficiency barrier on solar cell devices.

Flexible Scheduling Stirs Up Workers

Wal-Mart, Target, Radio Shack, and Mervyns are just a few of the major retailers to implement flexible shifts for their workers. Instead of scheduling employees for predictable shifts, a computer system schedules employees based on the number of customers in the store at any given time. Employees are not happy with the new system which demands more flexibility and availability without a predictable paycheck.

What are your opinions on flexible scheduling? Tell us what you think in the MHTH forum.

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

• These notecards will grow on you. Well, not actually on you, but they will grow. Reba from Baltimore heard about Grow-A-Note greeting cards on Rachael Ray's talk show. The cards are 100% tree free and have seeds embedded in the paper. When you're done reading it, plant it out in your garden and wildflowers will grow!
• Sheep Poo Paper won't make you say 'Ewwe'! Alison in Cambridge discovered Creative Paper Wales, the only craft paper mill in Wales and maker of Sheep Poo Paper. The paper is made from completely recycled materials (we're assuming that poo qualifies as 'recycled materials') and is just plain a unique product!

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More Hip Than Hippie #80 - A Teenie Weenie Greenie New Year

With a new year comes a clean slate and a fresh opportunity to make the world a better place. We all know that small steps can lead to big change, so why not try making 2007 a year of Teenie Weenie Greenies? By making small changes in how we live our everyday life, we can ensure a healthy and happy planet for generations to come!

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Sierra Nevada's Porter from our favorite local brewery in Chico, CA!

Chocolate: Thanks goes out to Carly and Kellie in San Francisco for sending us Charlemagne Orange Bio Organic chocolate bar!

Hip News and Finds

Finds:

• Eco-friendly travel. Make your vacation plans with Travelocity or Expedia and you can offset the carbon dioxide emissions associated with your travel! The Conservation Fund has partnered with Travelocity to launch Go Zero, which fights global warming by planting trees. Expedia is also offering customers the opportunity to reduce greenhouse gas emissions with the purchase of a TerraPass.
• Media, PA - Officially Fair Trade! The small town of Media has become the first Fair Trade town in the United States. Let's hope this is a trend that catches on!
• Omega fatty acids minus the fish. For those of you who aren't big fans of eating fish but still want the omega fatty acids, this product is for you! Listener Elizabeth recommends Flora's Bija Omega Truffles, premium organic chocolates blended with omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. Sounds delicious!

 

More Hip Book Club

Our next book? In January, we'll be starting our second book, Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollan.

A Teenie Weenie Greenie New Year

Getting Started:

• Start within your comfort zone - then be brave and venture out a bit.
• Spend 30 minutes or so to identify sore spots and set priorities. For example, could you use less plastic bags? Or would you like to eat fewer processed foods? Set priorities based on need and budget.

A few Teenie Weenie Greenies to get you started:

• Sign up for Big Ed's No Plastic Bag Pledge. Remember, you're only setting a goal for yourself so start with a realistic number.
• Keep a Chico Bag or other reusable bag in your backpack or car and use it on every shopping trip.
• Set a goal to eat at least 10% of your food organic.
• Stop junk mail! By answering a few questions at NewDream.org, you can decrease your junk mail by up to 70%!

 

Listener Emails

Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

 

• Changing the world one meal at a time. Kristi from Minneapolis found an article that discusses how shoppers are expressing their political opinions by choosing to buy organic, fair trade, and local foods. Making fair trade and organic goods a priority sends a clear message to grocery stores that you have a concern for the environment and support poor farmers.
• Canadians love Cocoa Camino! Jay from Canada, eh? wanted to tell us about his favorite brand of organic chocolate, Cocoa Camino. We can't wait to try it out!
• PlayPumps bring clean water to Africa. Sara discovered PlayPumps, a water system that brings a clean and safe water supply to communities across Africa. As children play on a merry-go-round, it works to pump clean drinking water into a tower, providing easy access to a reliable source of water for millions.
• What can you do with all those Christmas cards? Linda was seeking some suggestions for recycling Christmas cards. Check out 10 creative ways to recycle Christmas cards.
• Caution for cell phone users. Kristin wanted to let us know about America the Green podcast. She wanted everyone to listen to a recent episode that discusses cell phone hazards to your health.

 

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