"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life." - Mary Oliver. This week, we explore how a local organization is pushing for climate action. The moral of the story? Set healthy boundaries and keep going. Climate Action Campaign's Nicole Capretz shares her tips for becoming a rabble-rouser, navigating local politics, and holding government accountable.Thank you to our listeners for a fantastic season 1!---Nerding out with NicoleConnect with Nicole on LinkedIn or on the Climate Action Campaign websiteFollow Nicole on Twitter aka her “happy place”Learn about the City of San Diego’s Climate Action Plan from the City of San DiegoRead more about the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)Join the San Diego Green New Deal Alliance!Learn more about privilege by Rider University and what it means for you by Everyday FeminismMeet Ralph Nader and read his and Donald Ross’ book, Action for a ChangeLearn more about Public Interest Research Group (PIRG)Read about the Gulf War in 1991Learn about the Environmental Health Coalition in National City, CAMeet Todd Gloria, the current Mayor of San DiegoSign up for our newsletter: feelanthrope.org/subscribeWe'll send you easy actions you can do, resources to get your nerd on, and cool stuff every week when we put out an episode.Send us pictures of you taking climate action or listening to the episode on Instagram (@feelanthrope) and Twitter (@feelanthropod).A special thank you to  Nicole Capretz. Feelanthrope is produced by Ally Celones Senturk. Our audio engineer and composer is Kory Hilpmann, with original music by Danny Nguyen. Our designer is Kait Kolsky.

Where does our energy come from, and how does it get there? This week, we explore generated power. Almost everything we do requires some form of energy - from filling up your gas tank, tuning in to your favorite podcast, or cooking your favorite meal. San Diego Community Power's Nelson Lomeli teaches us about environmental racism, engaging in the democratic process, and how to demand cleaner, greener energy.---Nelson’s nerdy notesConnect with Nelson on LinkedIn, or on InstagramLearn about community choice aggregation (CCA) on WikipediaRead about the Sonoma State Seawolves mascot, a nod to Sonoma's own Jack London, author of The Sea-WolfLearn about the California Electricity Crisis of 2000 and rolling blackouts on WikipediaLearn about frontline communities from The HillLearn about the Environmental Health Coalition, and how they’re fighting for toxic-free communitiesRead about San Diego Community Power on their websiteRead more about the City of Lancaster CCALearn why we must provide sufficient, affordable, and clean energy to all from ClimateDiplomacy.orgSign up for our newsletter: feelanthrope.org/subscribeWe'll send you easy actions you can do, resources to get your nerd on, and cool stuff every week when we put out an episode.Send us pictures of you demanding clean energy or listening to the episode on Instagram (@feelanthrope) and Twitter (@feelanthropod).A special thank you to Nelson Lomeli. Feelanthrope is produced by Ally Celones Senturk. Our audio engineer and composer is Kory Hilpmann, with original music by Danny Nguyen. Our designer is Kait Kolsky.

With the average American home containing over 300,000 items, it's no wonder why so many of us struggle with clutter. Despite what advertisers and marketers tell us, our lives are more than what we buy or the stuff we own. This week, we chat with Rosey Williams about living mindfully, voting with our dollars, and the business case for diverting our waste streams away from landfills.---Rosey's relevant resourcesConnect with Rosey on LinkedInLearn about Rosey’s employer, Link International Inc.Meet environmental activist and blogger of the zero-waste movement Lauren SingerWatch How to Fit Two Years of Trash in a Mason Jar with Lauren Singer on YouTubeLearn more about the field of international studiesLearn about China’s Sword Policy on YaleEnvironment360Join San Diego Leaders 2020Check out the Equinox Project’s Quality of Life DashboardVisit Joshua Tree National ParkLearn about the San Diego County Taxpayers AssociationExplore zero-waste lifestyles on YouTubeRead about eco-minimalismLearn about PreZero USVisit Solana Center for Environmental Innovation and become a Master ComposterSupport the Indigenous Environmental NetworkRead Indigenous peoples are the original environmentalists. It is time we start treating them that wayRead Indigenous people and the nature they protectJoin a Buy Nothing Facebook GroupWatch the Story of Stuff on YouTubeRead The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing by Marie KondoSign up for our newsletter: feelanthrope.org/subscribeWe'll send you easy actions you can do, resources to get your nerd on, and cool stuff every week when we put out an episode.Send us pictures of you reveling in creativity or listening to the episode on Instagram (@feelanthrope) and Twitter (@feelanthropod).A special thank you to Rosey Williams. Feelanthrope is produced by Ally Celones Senturk. Our audio engineer and composer is Kory Hilpmann, with original music by Danny Nguyen. Our designer is Kait Kolsky.

As first-generation Americans, what we want for ourselves can often be at odds with our family's expectations. East meets west, and cultures collide. This week, we speak with artist Annie Hong (aka HOOTNANNIE) about finding and loving ourselves, support systems, and creativity. This episode also includes a bonus conversation between Alex and Ally following the interview.---Arts and affinities with Annie, Ally, and AlexCheck out Hootnannie, Annie’s websiteRead Annie’s resumeFollow Annie’s work on InstagramCheck out the Lightning in a Bottle music festival where Ally and Annie metWatch Cryptocurrencies: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver on YouTubeRead about Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) on SimpliLearnListen to the Creative Elements podcast on NFTs, an interview with Bad Bunnies NFT [Design] - From idea to sold-out NFT project in less than 3 monthsLearn about Seoul, South KoreaLearn about the 2014 Isla Vista killings on WikipediaIf you’re thinking about self-harm please visit the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for resources. (Right now. Do it!)Visit NAMI: National Alliance for Mental IllnessAlcoholics AnonymousNarcotics AnonymousWatch Euphoria on HBOWatch Nine Perfect Strangers on HuluLearn about bipolar disorder and bipolar disorder IIRead about codependencyRead Suicide by Cop: Broadening Our Understanding by Tony SalvatoreLearn about suicide statistics in the US and how to become an advocate for prevention from the American Foundation for Suicide PreventionSign up for our newsletter: feelanthrope.org/subscribeWe'll send you easy actions you can do, resources to get your nerd on, and cool stuff every week when we put out an episode.Send us pictures of you reveling in creativity or listening to the episode on Instagram (@feelanthrope) and Twitter (@feelanthropod).A special thank you to Annie Hong. Feelanthrope is produced by Ally Celones Senturk. Our audio engineer and composer is Kory Hilpmann, with original music by Danny Nguyen. Our designer is Kait Kolsky.

Nature can be both beautiful and scary. Adventures outside can be less daunting (and more fun) with a supportive community around you. This week, we continue celebrating Filipino American History Month with Kimberley Esliza, CEO of Wondery, an outdoor lifestyle brand dedicated to inspiring women to get outside.---Wander along wistfully with WonderyCheck out Kim’s company: Wondery - A Woman’s Outdoor Clothing BrandExplore with Wondery events or create your own adventureLearn about Kim’s birth city of Manila, the capital of the PhilippinesCheck out our previous episode with Filipino historian, Kirby AráulloLearn about the percentage of US residents who speak different languages via the 2015 Census dataDiscover the popular climbing meetup of Stoney Point in the Los Angeles Metro AreaMeet the women’s climbing group Kim works with called Lady Crush CrewSign up for our newsletter: feelanthrope.org/subscribeWe'll send you easy actions you can do, resources to get your nerd on, and cool stuff every week when we put out an episode.Send us pictures of you rocking thrifted threads or listening to the episode on Instagram (@feelanthrope) and Twitter (@feelanthropod).A special salamat to Kimberley Esliza. Feelanthrope is produced by Ally Celones Senturk. Our audio engineer and composer is Kory Hilpmann, with original music by Danny Nguyen. Our designer is Kait Kolsky.

“Create. Reenvision. Repeat.” Learn how to appreciate and design sustainable garments that are as unique and beautiful as you are. Celebrate Filipino American History Month with sustainable fashion designer and artist, Sean Kam.---Sean’s Savvy Shownotes:Read about Sean’s business The DressmakerFollow Sean Kam, the Dressmaker on InstagramWatch Plastics: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver on YouTubeRead Can We Stop Greenwashing? an article by Elizabeth L. ClineWatch The Ugly Truth of Fast Fashion from the Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj on YouTubeHost a clothing swapWatch Ally and Christy’s interview on swap + sustain’s Pop-Up Swap and Hip HopWatch the True Cost (2015) documentary on YouTubeJoin the Fashion RevolutionRead Let My People Go Surfing by Yvon ChouinardVisit 8 Fat Fat 8, a family-friendly neighborhood bar in Honolulu, HI for good fun, good food, and good karaoke!Read about Sean and his creative process on ShoutOut SocalLearn about the Kensington neighborhood in San Diego, CALearn about the Nextdoor appRead about the C5 cargo plane, a large military transport aircraftGet a sense of Sean’s responsibilities as an aircraft loadmaster in the US Coast GuardSign up for our newsletter: feelanthrope.org/subscribeWe'll send you easy actions you can do, resources to get your nerd on, and cool stuff every week when we put out an episode.Send us pictures of you rocking thrifted threads or listening to the episode on Instagram (@feelanthrope) and Twitter (@feelanthropod).A special mahalo to Sean Kam. Feelanthrope is produced by Ally Celones Senturk. Our audio engineer and composer is Kory Hilpmann, with original music by Danny Nguyen. Our designer is Kait Kolsky.

“No history, no self. Know history, know self.” - Jose Rizal, Filipino national hero. This week we seek to understand our roots and find connections between many of our cultural traditions. Celebrate Filipino American History Month with renowned historian and YouTuber, Kirby Pábalan-Táyag Aráullo.---Extra Credit from Kirby's InterviewWatch Kirby’s YouTube Channel (over 50,000 subscribers!)Visit Kirby's website, kirbyaraullo.comRead about Kirby’s hometown, Angeles City, PhilippinesLearn about the health benefits of moringa leaves (malunggay)Read about the indigenous Aeta people of the PhilippinesLearn about Ferdinand Emmanuel Edralin Marcos Sr., one more the most controversial leaders of the 20th centuryRead about the Mount Pinatubo volcano eruption that Kirby and Ally lived throughLearn about Pilipino Cultural Night (PCN)Learn about Balikbayan boxes via the Los Angeles Times: These boxes are a billion-dollar industry of homesickness for Filipinos overseasListen to Otso-Otso, a popular Filipino novelty songReview theories on why Filipinos start celebrating Christmas in SeptemberLearn more about Mindanao and the Moro Rebellion, an armed conflict between the Moro people and the United States military during the Philippine–American WarLearn about Pampanga, the half-buried church from by the historic Mt. Pinatubo volcanic eruptionWatch the Disney short film, From Our Family to Yours and learn about the infamous Christmas parol lanternsRead about the First Asian American Settlement in the US on History.com by Kirby Pábalan-Táyag AráulloLearn about the Filipino Farm Worker Movement from the National Parks Conservation Association and the New York TimesRead Black Lives & Brown Freedom: Untold Histories of War, Solidarity, & Genocide by Kirby Pábalan-Táyag AráulloSign up for our newsletter: feelanthrope.org/subscribeSpecial thanks to Kirby Pábalan-Táyag Aráullo. Feelanthrope is produced by Ally Celones Senturk. Our audio engineer and composer is Kory Hilpmann, with original music by Danny Nguyen. Our designer is Kait Kolsky.

Can you imagine your perfect city? Victoria (or Vee) Paykar can. This week we examine why designing fair, and accessible transportation policies require empathy. With this crash course in equity and intersectionality, listen and learn about what it takes to uplift communities disproportionately affected by environmental racism.---Various vittles from our chat with VeeConnect with Victoria Paykar on LinkedInMeet transportation advocate Tamika ButlerLearn about the Intersectional EnvironmentalistWatch L.A.’s Dodger Stadium’s violent origin on VoxLearn about BIPOC and listen to NPR’s Code Switch: Is It Time To Say R.I.P. To 'POC'? episode on the topicLearn about President Biden’s proposed infrastructure funding framework and read Ale's blog postRead about the built environmentLearn about marginalism and intersectionality on the Privilege Wheel by Sylvia DuckworthWatch Privilege/Class/Social Inequalities Explained in a $100 RaceLearn about the electric vehicle models and which electric vehicle may best fit your lifestyleRead about micromobility and learn about the 15-Minute CityAll We Can Save author Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson's Venn diagram on what you should do about the climate crisisRead The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America by Richard RothsteinRead The Shock Doctrine: The Rise of Disaster Capitalism by Naomi KlineRead The System: Who Rigged It, How We Fix It by Robert ReichLearn about redlining and Redlining and Coastal Access Inequity in San DiegoRead the Happy City: Transforming Our Lives Through Urban Design by Charles MontgomerySpecial thanks to Vee Paykar. Feelanthrope is produced by Ally Celones Senturk. Our audio engineer and composer is Kory Hilpmann, with original music by Danny Nguyen. Our designer is Kait Kolsky.

Rebels, punks, outcasts, freaks. Some are born with a lot of sass or a chip on their shoulder. Some get fired up seeing the world for what it is. Whatever your deal is, this week’s guest, Mitch Silverstein, can probably relate (with a joke or two). Follow us down the rabbit hole as we explore mid-career pivots, common nonprofit misconceptions, and make a case for selfishness.---Totally tubular tools and tipsConnect with Mitch Silverstein on LinkedInFollow Mitch Silverstein on InstagramYou are on native land, find out whoseLearn about Robert’s Rules of Order and running/joining nonprofit boards on Board SourceLearn about Surfrider Foundation San Diego, volunteer, and donateVolunteer with the Blue Water Task ForceFind your local Surfrider Foundation chapterWatch The Social Dilemma (2020)Visit The Social Dilemma websiteWatch Black Mirror on NetflixRead Facebook Admits It Was Used to Incite Violence in Myanmar on The New York Times Read Myanmar coup: How Facebook became the ‘digital tea shop’ on BBC NewsWatch Idiocracy (2006)Read Think Again by Adam GrantSign up for our newsletter: feelanthrope.org/subscribeWe'll send you easy actions you can do, resources to get your nerd on, and cool stuff every week when we put out an episode.Send us pictures of you cleaning up your local beach, thinking critically, or listening to the episode on Instagram (@feelanthrope) and Twitter (@feelanthropod).Special thanks to Mitch Silverstein. Feelanthrope is produced by Ally Celones Senturk. Our audio engineer and composer is Kory Hilpmann, with original music by Danny Nguyen. Our designer is Kait Kolsky.

Wonder at wildflowers. Feast your eyes on forests. Throw on your headphones and take a wonderful walk on the wild side as we share audio space with the enchanting naturalist and theater practitioner, Ylfa Muindi. ---Some wonderful treesourcesConnect with Ylfa Muindi on LinkedInVisit the Burke Museum of Natural HistoryVisit the Woodland Park ZooLearn about The Ecology CenterListen to Timber Wars from Oregon Public BroadcastingListen to How to Save a Planet from Gimlet Media (one of our favorite podcasts!)Watch the Wolves of Yellowstone on National GeographicVisit the California Wolf CenterListen to Ylfa's self-guided forest therapy audio guides on forestedniches.orgRead Forest bathing: What it is and why you should try it and 'Forest Bathing' Is Great for Your Health. Here's How to Do ItSign up for our newsletter: feelanthrope.org/subscribeWe'll send you easy actions you can do, resources to get your nerd on, and cool stuff every week when we put out an episode.Send us pictures of you forest bathing, hosting a hobbit party, or listening to the episode on Instagram (@feelanthrope) and Twitter (@feelanthropod).Special thanks to our guest: Ylfa Muindi. Feelanthrope is produced by Ally Celones Senturk. Our audio engineer and composer is Kory Hilpmann, with original music by Danny Nguyen. Our designer is Kait Kolsky.

Service leadership is rooted in leading by example and through service to others. We chat about racial equity, gender equality, and rethinking workplace culture with social innovator Megan Yoo Schneider.---Resources for inner work and intention:Connect with Megan Yoo Schneider on LinkedInMore information on Megan's small business, Seven Management and ConsultingRead 2030: How Today's Biggest Trends Will Collide and Reshape the Future of Everything by Mauro F. GuillénStop Asking Black People If You Can Touch Their Hair by Janice Gassam Asare on ForbesVisit Stop AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) Hate for more resources to address anti-Asian racism and other forms of structural racism leveled at BIPOC communitiesRead an article on The Pervasive Problem of 'Linguistic Racism' and check out resources for Confronting Issues of Race and Class in the ESL ClassroomUnlearning Scarcity, Cultivating Solidarity: A Toolkit for the Asian American Community by Studio ATAOListen to 'Model Minority' Myth Again Used As a Racial Edge Between Asians and Blacks on NPR's podcast Code SwitchLearn about Melinda Gates' campaign: Equality Can't WaitRead Give and Take by Adam GrantLearn about adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) by listening to a podcast episode with California's Surgeon General Dr. Nadine Burke Harris on Armchair ExpertWatch Water & Power: A California Heist, a feature documentary from award-winning filmmakers Marina Zenovich and Alex GibneyWatch the SOMM (2012) movieRead about Ikigai (生き甲斐, 'a reason for being'), see the diagram on ForbesSign up for our newsletter: feelanthrope.org/subscribeWe'll send you easy actions you can do, resources to get your nerd on, and cool stuff every week when we put out an episode.Send us pictures of you taking action, creating community, or listening to the episode on Instagram (@feelanthrope) and Twitter (@feelanthropod).Special thanks to our guest: Megan Yoo Schneider. Feelanthrope is produced by Ally Celones Senturk. Our audio engineer and composer is Kory Hilpmann, with original music by Danny Nguyen. Our designer is Kait Kolsky.

Burnout is a real problem, especially among nonprofits and mission-based organizations. How do we take care of ourselves, each other, and the planet? This week, we discuss adaptation and the art of travel with the environmental attorney and Waterkeeper Matt O'Malley.---Dive into some resources:Connect with Matt O'Malley on LinkedInThe syringe tides of 1987-88Learn about San Diego CoastkeeperFollow Coastkeeper on Instagram and TwitterExplore a list of Superfund sites, the polluted locations in the U.S. requiring a long-term response to clean up hazardous material contaminationsWatch Erin Brokovich, a true story-turned-Hollywood-movie about an environmental lawyer battling hazardous water pollutionMore on Pure Water San DiegoWhat is wastewater recycling?Pace Environmental Litigation Clinic and Hudson RiverkeeperAbout the Pine Ridge Indian ReservationRead Blood Struggle by Charles F. WilkinsonRead Inconspicuous Consumption by Tatiana SchlossbergRead The Ripple Effect: The Fate of Freshwater in the Twenty-First Century by Alex Prud'hommeLearn about  Borneo, Grand Teton National Park, and Yellowstone National ParkSign up for our newsletter: feelanthrope.org/subscribeWe'll send you easy actions you can do, resources to get your nerd on, and cool stuff every week when we put out an episode.Send us pictures of you in the water, out in the community, or listening to the episode on Instagram (@feelanthrope) and Twitter (@feelanthropod).Special thanks to our guest: Matt O'Malley. Feelanthrope is produced by Ally Celones Senturk. Our audio engineer and composer is Kory Hilpmann, with original music by Danny Nguyen. Our designer is Kait Kolsky.

How can we do something meaningful with our lives? Ally and Alex ask leaders and regular people about their decisive career moments as change-makers. We learn how to examine our different paths and take meaningful action in our communities.

Hi, I'm Ally, and I'm Alex! This podcast is an invitation to think differently about activism. We get to know the people behind the movements, industries, and organizations making a difference in our world. So come join us for a nerdy adventure centered around exploration, community, science, and activism. Because we believe anyone can be an activist.Learn more at feelanthrope.org.