The Rewilding Earth podcast, hosted by Jack Humphrey, highlights the work of the people involved in saving nature’s building blocks, whether they be intact wilderness or key corridors and buffers surrounding wilderness, as well as people invested in protecting and reintroducing extirpated species to these areas. You’ll hear from conservation biologists, activists, naturalists, organizers, artists, and authors as we interview key players in the fight to Rewild Planet Earth.
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Hosted by Shelby Mertes, this show is part of the Human Survival Project, which was created for you and others to work together to save humanity. We combine two powerful truths: 1) humanity is facing existential threats to our world civilization, and 2) these global threats require global management by a redesigned and much stronger United Nations. We are building a global grassroots organization to help citizens push their governments to fix the U.N., to help protect the future of humanity ...
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Welcome to the ”Second Chance at Health Podcast” with your host, Dr. Brad Hassig! Join me on this journey as we dive into the depths of health, unravelling the complexities and dispelling confusion surrounding the hottest health topics. In each episode, we explore the latest research findings, drawing insights from the vast experiences with thousands of patients within our community. From our local neighborhoods to friends and family, and even reaching across the nation and beyond, we’ll nav ...
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"Your Planet, Your Health" strives to summarise the science behind earth's climate and our existence on it – Our aims are to contextualise the history of discourses and ideas about the environment and to debunk misinformation – We share positive stories, and explore the knowledge and tools that we can use to be good earthlings. This podcast on planetary health is hosted by Ralph Levinson, MD Health Sciences Professor (emeritus) School of Medicine, UCLA, and Luc Lewitanski, a journalist cover ...
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Stories about the enduring connections between birds, people and landscapes.
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A podcast for enlightened women... This podcast is to remind you that ‘who you are right now is enough’. If you are striving for perfection, you will always be bitterly disappointed. If we get really honest with ourselves, we have access to self-love, inner peace, clarity and happiness – it just takes some inner work. It takes experiencing the uncomfortable to commit to making radical changes. You have the power to make things happen and all you need to know is what you want in life. Each ep ...
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Episode 155: Jaguars, Justice, and the Border Wall – Stories from the Frontlines With Russ McSpadden
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45:11Russ McSpadden works to protect public lands and the wildlife who call them home in Arizona and the rest of the Southwest. Before joining the Center in 2012, Russ engaged in grassroots environmental activism. He holds a master’s degree in environmental history from Florida Atlantic University. Show Notes In this episode of the Rewilding Earth […] R…
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Inequality & Environmental Destruction: How Economic Hitmen Keep Countries Poor | John Perkins
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57:39Global poverty isn't just a result of history - it's an active system designed to extract resources from developing countries while keeping them in debt. Former economic hitman John Perkins reveals how corporations and wealthy nations impoverish the places with the most resources, and why this threatens humanity's survival. We explore the connectio…
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Leading the Way: Faith, Truth, and Natural Health in a Broken System
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7:41In this powerful episode of The Second Chance at Health Podcast, Dr. Brad Hassig shares a bold message about why natural health providers must rise up as the true thought leaders in healthcare. As more is revealed about the dangers of pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and toxic food chemicals—and the confusion created by conflicted medical advice—Dr. Hass…
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Episode 154: “The American Southwest” Elevates The Art of Storytelling In Wildlife Films
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53:35With a Master’s degree in Conservation Biology from the University of Cape Town, Ryan Olinger is a wildlife biologist as well as an award-winning photographer and videographer. He has dedicated nearly a decade to studying a variety of species and the impact of climate change, with field experience spanning the American Southwest to Africa. Ryan’s […
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Unlocking God’s Blueprint for Youthful, Natural Healing
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13:51In this inspiring episode of Second Chance at Health, Dr. Brad Hassig reveals how faith, chiropractic wellness, and functional health work together to help you look and feel years younger—naturally. Drawing from biblical principles, Dr. Brad explores how God designed our bodies with incredible healing potential and how you can tap into that bluepri…
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Dye-ing for Health: The Hidden Dangers of Food Dyes & How to Protect Your Family
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15:58Are the bright colors in your child’s cereal or sports drink affecting more than just their taste buds? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Brad Hassig uncovers the dangerous truth about artificial food dyes—especially Red 40 and Yellow 5—and how they may be harming your family’s health. You’ll learn about the pioneering work of Dr. Benjamin Feingold …
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Episode 153: Preparing For A Catamount Homecoming in the Northeast
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39:28Renee Seacor is Mighty Earth’s Northeast Rewilding Director, where she oversees the campaign to reintroduce catamounts to the forests of the Northeast. Renee previously served as the Carnivore Conservation Director for Project Coyote, overseeing campaigns aimed at promoting coexistence with North America’s wild carnivore species. She has built a ca…
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In this episode, Ralph and Luc take a respite from the US' current denialist frenzy and step back to celebrate recent global victories in the fight to preserve our environment. Since the climate does not follow national borders, we spotlight some news from around the world that gives us hope: the popular clamor for governments to tackle climate cha…
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Episode 152: Wild Cat Rewilding In Pakistan
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34:38Zafeer Ahmed Shaikh is an early-career conservationist from Southern Pakistan, mainly focused on initiatives dedicated to lesser-known wildlife species found in the country. He has a unique passion for the lesser-known wild cats of Pakistan. With the country’s tiger and lion populations gone, his focus shifted to the small, elusive species that sti…
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Episode 151: Tracing The Epic Journey Of Europe’s Most Famous Wolf With Adam Weymouth
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38:51Adam Weymouth is a writer and journalist whose work has been widely published, appearing in Granta, The Atlantic, The Observer, and the BBC. Adam’s features have covered subjects as diverse as illegal cedar logging in Malawi, the politics of oil in Alaska, migration in Greece, flooding in Wales, and depopulation on the Outer Hebrides. His […] Read …
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Episode 150: Democratizing Wildlife Management Data To Protect Biodiversity And Habitat In The Superior Bio-Preserve
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49:38The Superior Bio-Conservancy is an ambitious plan to protect and restore the biological integrity and hydrology of the Great Lakes Region and the Laurentian Forest Province throughout Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan. The conservation plan will create maps and effectively advocate for the creation of protected wildlife corridors to connect large …
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The Gut-Brain Connection: Healing from Within
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16:25In this powerful episode of Second Chance at Health, Dr. Brad Hassig unpacks the deeply interconnected relationship between your gut and brain—and how healing your gut can transform your mind, mood, and spiritual well-being. You’ll discover: ✅ What the gut-brain connection really is ✅ Common causes of gut-brain dysfunction (like stress, toxins, and…
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Retreat to Nature: Finding Peace, Presence, and God's Voice
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13:28In this soul-refreshing episode of Second Chance at Health, Dr. Brad Hassig explores the Biblical principle of retreating into nature to gain peace, clarity, and a deeper connection with God. Drawing from scripture and modern research, we unpack the healing power of outdoor activities like camping, hiking, gardening, walking, and simply being still…
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Episode 149: Rewilding The American Serengeti With Henry Pollock from Southern Plains Land Trust
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43:46Henry has a background in ecology and conservation with a strong focus on quantitative, data-driven science and practice. He has a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in Ecology, Evolution, & Conservation Biology and nearly 15 years’ experience as a wildlife biologist and academic researcher. He is dedicated to gaining ground …
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Episode 148: The Art of Finding Balance In Choppy Waters With Dana Lyons
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1:00:50Bringing together a mix of comedy, ballads and love songs, Dana’s sharp wit and beautiful voice have him performing at concert halls, festivals, conventions, fundraisers and universities across the US and around the world. Dana’s music receives crossover radio play on country, rock, alternative, community, college and oldies radio stations worldwid…
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Feeding Ourselves While Protecting The Planet: Miranda Mertes, Agroecology Researcher & Advocate
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1:00:17The current ways we grow food for 8 billion humans are damaging the planet - and it’s harder to grow food on a damaged planet. Industrial farming methods produce plentiful food, but also contribute to climate change, deforestation, pollution, soil degradation and water depletion. Ironically, the systems that have brought affordable food to so many …
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Episode 147: Alan Weisman On His New Book “Hope Dies Last”
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52:30With books like the bestselling “The World Without Us,” a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award and translated into thirty-four languages, and “Countdown,” winner of the Los Angeles Times Book Prize, environmental journalist Alan Weisman has established himself as one of the most prophetic voices on humanity’s relationship to the Eart…
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Randy Hayes has been described in the Wall Street Journal as “an environmental pit bull.” He is Executive Director of Foundation Earth, an organization fostering the big rethink from the ground up to help protect the planet’s life support systems. Hayes, a former filmmaker, then founder of Rainforest Action Network, is a veteran of many high-visibi…
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Overcoming Addictions and Unhealthy Habits with God’s Strength
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14:20In this powerful and personal episode, Dr. Brad Hassig opens up about the struggles we all face when it comes to addiction and unhealthy habits—and how God gives us the strength to overcome them. Whether it’s food, stress, screen time, or negative thought patterns, these behaviors can take hold of our lives. But we are not alone. Dr. Brad explores:…
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In this episode of Second Chance at Health, Dr. Brad Hassig explores what it truly means to leave a legacy—not just financially, but spiritually, relationally, and physically. Drawing from Proverbs 3:1–2 and personal stories from his family and mentors, Dr. Brad shares how legacy is built through faith, health, love, and intentional living. He refl…
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Episode 145: Calling All Citizen Scientists! How To Make A Big Impact On Your Next Adventure With Adventure Scientists
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34:26Gregg founded Adventure Scientists in 2011 based on his passion for exploration, scientific discovery and galvanizing “the choir” to more directly participate in citizen science conservation. National Geographic named Gregg Treinish “Adventurer of the Year” in 2008 when he and a friend completed a 7,800-mile trek along the spine of the Andes mounta…
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Episode 144 | Fighting Back: Alaska’s Stand Against Trump’s Environmental Blitzkrieg
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37:46Cooper Freeman works to protect Alaska’s wildlife, lands and oceans. Before joining the Center for Biological Diversity, he worked with Alaskan Native Tribes and Tribal organizations as a strategic planning facilitator and policy advisor, was program manager and development director at the Occidental Arts & Ecology Center in Northern California, an…
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Episode 143: Beavering Beyond Boundaries With Joaquin Murrieta-Saldivar
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39:17Joaquin Murrieta-Saldivar specializes in building resilience in diverse communities by enhancing the connections between people, culture, and natural resources. He brings vast experience on the multicultural border region between the US and Mexico, where he has implemented community-based approaches to watershed management, river restoration, geo-t…
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Episode 142: Nadia Steinzor On Northeast Carnivore Recovery and Coexistence Through State Wildlife Agency Plans
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40:06Nadia Steinzor is an environmental consultant with 25 years of experience in policy analysis, research, writing, and communications. She has developed and managed projects to investigate the oil and gas industry’s impact on the climate and communities, secure governmental protections for air, water, land, and wildlife, and engage the public in advo…
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In this episode of Second Chance at Health, Dr. Brad Hassig takes a deep dive into the Carnivore Diet—a simple, animal-based approach to eating inspired by God’s provision in nature. He begins with Genesis 9:3, “Everything that lives and moves about will be food for you...,” as a foundation for understanding why a diet centered around animal-based …
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Episode 141: Tom Biebighauser Gives A Wetland Rewilding Masterclass
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44:59Since 1979, Tom Biebighauser has enthusiastically restored wetlands, lakes, streams, and rivers. He has designed over 10,000 wetland projects and successfully supervised the construction of more than 3,000 wetlands and streams in 26 states, three Canadian provinces, Mexico, New Zealand, Puerto Rico, and Taiwan. He has a deep and long-standing conce…
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In this powerful episode of the Second Chance at Health Podcast, Dr. Brad Hassig explores the life-changing concept of Jehovah Rapha—“The Lord Who Heals.” Drawing on scriptural insights and personal reflections, Dr. Hassig highlights how God’s promise of healing extends well beyond physical health to include emotional and spiritual wholeness. Disco…
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Episode 140: California’s Natural Resources Secretary Wade Crowfoot On Beavers, Rewilding Rivers, and Wildlife Crossings
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38:50Wade Crowfoot serves as California’s Natural Resources Secretary, leading efforts to conserve California’s environment and natural resources. He has served as Secretary since 2019 and advises Governor Newsom as a member of his cabinet. Secretary Crowfoot oversees an agency of over 25,000 employees spread across 26 departments, commissions, and cons…
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Maintaining Sanity As The World Falls Apart: Eva Jahn, Climate Emotional Resilience Institute
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1:28:13As we face the polycrisis of existential threats like climate change, nuclear weapons, pandemics and more, it’s common to feel difficult emotions like fear, anxiety, depression, guilt and anger. These feelings can make day-to-day life difficult, and can also keep our society from mobilizing public policies to solve these problems. Psychotherapists …
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Episode 139: Year-End Recap With 2024 Guest Updates
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29:08Welcome to our 2024 recap episode! This year, we’re doing something different. We’ve asked a group of our 2024 guests to come back and give updates on their work since their episodes aired. Thanks to our sponsor, Biohabitats, and to all the individual supporters of the Rewilding Earth Podcast and the Rewilding Institute! In this […] Read full artic…
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In this heartfelt episode of the Second Chance at Health Podcast, Dr. Brad Hassig addresses a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of the holiday season—supporting widows and those who’ve experienced loss. Dr. Hassig offers thoughtful advice on how to respect and preserve cherished traditions while creating new ones, highlighting how serving others …
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Episode 138: No Surrender! Paul Watson Talks About His Latest Victory Over Japan and The Battles Ahead
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22:29“It’s obvious to me that Japan [was] seeking revenge for the international humiliation caused by the Whale Wars TV series, reporting our actions against illegal whaling. But my two little boys need me more than Japan needs its revenge” – Paul Watson Special Episode: Finally released from Nuuk, Greenland prison, Paul Watson talks about Japan’s […] R…
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Episode 137: Paul Ehrlich On Saving Nature’s Populations and Ourselves
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39:16About Paul Ehrlich Paul Ehrlich is the Bing Professor of Population Studies, Emeritus, and founder of the Center for Conservation Biology at Stanford. He has carried out field, laboratory, and theoretical research on the dynamics and genetics of insect populations, the evolutionary interactions of plants and herbivores, the behavioral ecology of bi…
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Episode 136: How To Save Greater Yellowstone From Runaway Sprawl
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47:09Leon Kolankiewicz is Scientific Director of NumbersUSA and Vice-President of Scientists and Environmentalists for Population Stabilization. His career as a wildlife/fisheries biologist and environmental scientist spans more than 30 years, 40 states, and three countries. He has worked for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Alaska Department of Envi…
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In Episode 24 of Second Chance at Health, Dr. Brad Hassig reflects on the power of gratitude and the transformative potential of growth during this special time of year. Drawing inspiration from personal experiences, Thanksgiving reflections, and the book Secrets of the Vine by Bruce Wilkinson, Dr. Hassig shares profound insights on how discipline …
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In this thought-provoking episode of Second Chance at Health, Dr. Brad Hassig dives into the shifting landscape of healthcare and the opportunities for meaningful reform. He discusses potential changes in regulatory bodies like the FDA and USDA, the urgent need to remove harmful chemicals from our food, and the role of functional nutrition in creat…
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Episode 135: Dr. Todd Bridges on Engineering with Nature
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34:38Dr. Todd Bridges is a Professor of Practice in resilient and sustainable systems in the College of Engineering at the University of Georgia. Prior to joining UGA in 2023, Bridges served for 17 years as the U.S. Army’s Senior Research Scientist (ST) for Environmental Science, one of 40 Senior Research Scientists in the Department of […] Read full ar…
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Can We Have A Successful A.I. Future?: Sam Samanne, author and tech entrepreneur
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1:38:59In public conversations about artificial intelligence, we hear how AI will solve all of our problems and make us all happy and prosperous, or how it will destroy society or make humans extinct. How do we balance these extremes, and figure out how to manage AI properly? Here on The Human Survival Podcast we have usually expressed alarm about the pot…
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Episode 134: Rewilding Pitchfork Ranch – On The Ground With AT Cole
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33:18Before he and his wife Lucinda began rewilding work on the Pitchfork Ranch 20 years ago, A Thomas Cole spent thirty-two years as a small-town lawyer in Casa Grande, Arizona, successfully defended two death-penalty murder cases, a dozen homicide cases, co-counseled the largest jury verdict in Arizona history, Chaired the Casa Grande Town Hall, Arizo…
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Embracing God's Gifts: Using the Blessings and Abilities He Has Given Us
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21:08In this episode of the Second Chance at Health podcast, we explore how using the unique gifts and blessings God has given us can lead to greater health, fulfillment, and purpose. Drawing on the wisdom of Ecclesiastes and the encouragement found in 1 and 2 Timothy, we'll discuss how to recognize your abilities, overcome self-doubt, and live a life t…
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In Episode 21 of the Second Chance at Health Podcast, Dr. Brad Hassig takes you on a powerful journey to "Ignite Your Energy!" In this information-packed episode, you'll discover natural ways to boost your energy levels, manage stress, and optimize your health. Drawing on his extensive experience and the latest insights from a top-notch seminar, Dr…
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Episode 133 | Beyond National Parks: Kris Tompkins’ Ambitious Vision For Continental-Scale Rewilding
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38:57“Whoever you are, wherever your interest lies, whatever you’ve fallen in love with, get out of bed every morning and do something. Act, step into the fray—fight for a human society in balance with the natural world.” —Kristine McDivitt Tompkins Kris Tompkins is the president and co-founder of Tompkins Conservation, an American conservationist, and …
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In this milestone 20th episode of Second Chance at Health, Dr. Brad Hassig dives into an essential yet often overlooked aspect of health—spiritual warfare. He explores how the battle for our well-being goes beyond physical fitness and diet, touching on deeper forces that can affect our mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Dr. Hassig sheds light…
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IMMIGRATION - What We’re Not Talking About: Shelby Mertes, The Human Survival Project
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1:04:10Immigration seems to be the biggest issue discussed in this year’s U.S. presidential campaign between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. The United States (and the world) is struggling to handle the large migrations of people due to poverty, war, political turmoil and environmental catastrophe. Trump and other Republicans are calling immigrants murder…
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Episode 132: Rewilding Our World – Big Ideas for Landscapes Large & Small
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31:17About Dr. Jessica Hardesty Norris is a biologist with over 20 years of experience in ecological planning and research, program development, strategic planning and community outreach for natural resource conservation. She has demonstrated success in proposal writing, partnership building, and project management. Her recent project work includes park…
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Take Back Your Health, Take Back Your Life! - With Special Guest Dr. Wade Anunson
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1:04:21In this compelling episode of Second Chance at Health, we dive deep into a remarkable journey of healing and resilience with Dr. Wade Anunson. Dr. Anunson, who has bravely battled thyroid cancer and hemochromatosis, shares his inspiring story of reclaiming his health through natural methods. We explore how the carnivore diet played a pivotal role i…
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Get ready for fall with Dr. Brad Hassig in episode 18 of The Second Chance at Health Podcast! In this episode, Dr. Hassig kicks off a multi-part series to help you feel your best this season, starting with movement. Learn why regular physical activity is essential, how it can transform your health, and easy ways to create lasting habits. Whether yo…
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Episode 131: The Growing Movement Toward 100 New US National Parks
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40:14About Michael Kellett, the co-founder and Executive Director of RESTORE: The North Woods, has over 35 years of experience in the land conservation movement. In 1994, he wrote the first white paper proposing a 3.2 million-acre Maine Woods National Park & Preserve, and has been actively involved in efforts to restore the endangered wildlife such […] …
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Why Solving Global Poverty Helps Wealthy Countries: Kim Thelwell, The Borgen Project
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1:03:28People in wealthier countries often see helping poorer countries as an act of charity, of “doing the right thing”. Of course it’s good. But overcoming poverty around the world should be seen as an act of self-preservation for all of us. It’s a smart move to keep our global civilization from crumbling, since poverty keeps us from solving climate cha…
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Welcome back to the Second Chance at Health Podcast! In Episode 17, titled "The SICK truth about HEALTH care," join Dr. Brad Hassig as he dives into the unsettling truths of the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. Inspired by a thought-provoking interview between Tucker Carlson and siblings Casey and Callie Means, this episode sheds light on …
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