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Podcast Host: Dori and Val
Website: http://www.morehipthanhippie.com/
Location: California
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Dori and Val tell you everything you wanted to know about living a green lifestyle that is more hip than hippie. It's upbeat, informative, and at times rather funny. (Yes, we shave).
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2/2/2012 | Download File (81.80 MB) - right click to download
More Hip Than Hippie #299 - Foraging Food In the last decade, the celebration of organic foods, farmer's markets, and artisanal producers has dovetailed with a renewed passion for wild delicacies. On the forefront of this movement is longtime "huntress" Connie Green. Everywhere humans have lived, there is food to be foraged. If you have the desire to be closer to your food and get in touch with nature, you have what it takes to be a forager. The Hipsters chat with 'Huntress' Connie Green about wild food, sustainability and the fungus among us. Beer and Chocolate: Beer: Our new Favorite Listeners are Ewen & Jesamine, who sent us a fab care package all the way from Scotland! Bitter & Twisted Blond Beer from Harviestoun Brewery might well have been named for us. Dori: 5 hips; Val: 5 hips Chocolate: They also sent along a bar of Valrhona Grand Cru Abinao. At 85% cacoa, it's billed as Intense and Tannic. We just call it Dessert. Cheers! Dori: 4 hips; Val: 5 hips. Hip News and Finds Finds: Java jar. Here's a genius idea: create a recyclable, BPA-free plastic lid that fits on a canning jar...Cuppow! Instant travel mug! Wish we'd thought of it. E-waste management. Come on, time to get rid of those old electronics you're never going to use. Gadgetabulous makes it easy to sell, consign, donate or recycle your formerly awesome gizmos. Hip News Oil for one... British Petroleum lost its bid to make contractor Transocean pay part of the damages from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. The case goes to court in Louisiana on February 27th. ...and one for Oil. Meanwhile, Brazil is mulling criminal charges against Chevron execs after an offshore spill in November. Teenie Weenie Greenie™ Beat the Bag Monster! It's time to take the Annual Plastic Bag Challenge. Take a moment to tally up the approximate number of plastic bags you use in a year. Now, solemly swear to cut that number in half this year. Write down your target number and sign it. If you're already below 50, then we Double Dog Dare you to use 10 or less! Foraging Food Did you know there's a feast underfoot? Everywhere humans have lived, there is food to be foraged. If you have the desire to be closer to your food and get in touch with nature, you have what it takes to be a forager. 'Huntress' Connie Green has been at it for over 30 years; she literally wrote the book on finding the fungus among us! Connie and chef Sarah Scott wrote The Wild Table, "an invitation into the romantic, mysterious, and delicious world of exotic, foraged food." She sells a collection of sustainable gathered edibles on her website, Wine Forest Wild Foods. Connie works closely with famed chef Thomas Keller, the guy who taught Val to roast a chicken. Learn the ropes of foraging from members of your local Mycological Society or Native Plant Society. After a tough day of gathering goodies, kick back with a Douglas fir martini! Listener E-mails We didn't have to forage for emails! Keep sending your questions, comments, tips, brainstorms and epiphanies to [email protected] You guys rock our world! Karen in S. Carolina is ready to make some kombucha tea. We also recommend the soap from Rand Hill Naturals. Kelly in Washington shares an article about the dreaded K Cups. Maybe Keurig's Ekobrew K Cup is a better alternative. Melissa in Texas needs info on <a href="http://www.greentechmedia.com/articles/read/Is-Wind-Power-the-Most-Unexp
1/19/2012 | Download File (82.58 MB) - right click to download
More Hip Than Hippie #298 - Citizen Scientists Scientific research is moving out of the laboratory and into the hands of Citizen Scientists. Are you a stargazer? Birdwatcher? Ham radio operator? You have the makings of a citizen scientist. The Hipsters investigate the galaxy of opportunites out there for curious minds to contribute to scientific research. Also, Dori deals with 20/50 vision while Val deals with having a hot husband. Beer and Chocolate: Beer: It's beer...it's coffee...it's Cappuccino Stout! Our friends at Lagunitas Brewing Co. continue to impress with this yummy seasonal brew. Dori: 5 hips; Val: 5 hips Chocolate: Our new Favorite Listener is Donna in England! She sent us make-up chocolate from across the pond, and it was well worth the postage. Montezuma's Very Dark 73% bar scores well in flavor, consistency and mouth-feel. It also pairs perfectly with a hearty beer. Dori: 5 hips; Val: 5 hips. Hip News and Finds Finds: Val's Favorite Thing! An insulated, unlined stainless steel water bottle that fits in a cupholder? That's S'well! This stylish bottle is full of good karma, too; 10% of all proceeds are donated to WaterAid. The Un-cola. There's more than one way to make soda without the carbonation. Whip up a batch of Urban Homestead Soda! Thanks to Listener Carri for posting this on our Facebook page. Will it "Sting"? Scientists have named a new species of Rocky Mountain beetle after actor/environmentalist/dreamboat Robert Redford. Sacrebleu! Our Zero Waste amie Bea Johnson is featured in People magazine. But, will she buy a copy? Hip News Grand gesture. Calling it a "national treasure that must be protected", the Obama administration finalized a ban on new mining near the Grand Canyon. Hickory Dickory Doom. The Doomsday Clock has moved one minute closer to midnight. The Bulletin of Atomic Scientists made the move in response to failed leadership, climate change and Japan's nuclear disaster last year. Teenie Weenie Greenie™ Save the Kales! If you have veggies in the fridge that are a bit past their peak, don't toss them out! Val shares her recipe for Veggie Drawer Soup: Ingredients: 5 Tbsp butter (I replace with about 2Tbsp EVOO - adjust as needed) 1 lb chopped veggies 6 cups chicken or veggie stock 24 oz diced potatoes (roughly 4 medium potatoes) 3/4 cup cream ( I just use 2% milk - for Paleo, coconut milk works great) Salt and Pepper to taste Instructions: Melt butter, add chopped veggies and simmer to soften but not brown. Add stock and potatoes, bring to boil, cook for 20 minutes. Puree the soup with an immersion blender or food mill. Stir in cream and season with salt and pepper. Keep warm until ready to serve. Val loves pairing this with grilled cheese on crusty bread. Citizen Scientists Scientific research is moving out of the laboratory and into the hands of Citizen Scientists. From astronomy to zoology, there's a project for everyone. You don't need training or a college degree, you just need a healthy dose of curiosity and a desire to help provide answers we can all use! Some of the oldest (and coolest) Citizen Science projects are the Christmas Bird Count and SETI@home. Where do you begin? Look for a variety of fun projects at places like SciStarter, Scientific American, Cornell Lab of Ornithology and NASA. Perform projects on the go! SciSpy and WildLab use mobile technology. Tombstones? Frogs? Roadkill? Find an <a href
1/5/2012 | Download File (64.94 MB) - right click to download
More Hip Than Hippie #297 - 7 Green Days No matter where you are on the path toward a lighter footprint, you can gain some inspiration from taking the 7 Day Green Challenge. Happy New Year! Are you willing to set aside a week to pursue the challenge of a greener life? The Hipsters forego the usual resolutions to bring you a different sort of green inspiration, courtesy of The Environmental Blog. Also, Val climbs the geek ladder while Dori's family prepares for the zombie apocalypse. Beer and Chocolate: Beer: Fresh off the beer truck, Ruthless Rye IPA is the latest seasonal offering from Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. We're fans of the bold hop flavors and the smooth finish. Dori: 5 hips; Val: 5 hips Chocolate: Kelly in Washington continues her reign as our Favorite Listener! We tried another Seattle Chocolates fave, the Coconut Macaroon Truffle Bar. The soft, lovely chocolate with minced coconut and sea salt combines for a nice flavor. Dori: 5 hips; Val: 4 hips. Hip News and Finds Finds: 'Temp'-tation. Home heating is now sexy! The Nest Learning Thermostat is a user-friendly device designed by the guys behind the iPod. We can't wait to see what they do with the water heater. Hip Lit. Rediscover Fix, Freeze, Feast, a fab book by clever Hipster Kati Neville. She'll teach you how to save money while eating real food. Chew the moose. Give your pup a piece of Bullwinkle. Moose antler dog chews are delicious, nutritious, and don't splinter. Hip News Hornswoggled. In South Africa, rhino poachingis at an all-time high as the price of rhino horns outpaces gold. Note to Asia: ingesting the horns WILL NOT cure cancer. Sock it to me! The US Forest Service needs your socks. They'll fill 'em full of bait so they can photograph the elusive Pacific fisher. Send lonely unused socks to: Sierra Nevada Adaptive Management Project, 40799 Elliott Drive, Oakhurst, CA 93644. Teenie Weenie Greenie™ What's Your Word? Whether or not you're creating a vision board for the new year, come up with a word that will define your goals. Try to choose an action word and display it where you'll see it every day. It really works! 7 Green Days With a new year comes a chance to renew your committment to living a greener life. No matter where you are on the path toward a lighter footprint, you can gain some inspiration from taking the 7 Day Green Challenge. Enjoy! Day 1: Crafty Day. Repurpose old items into something new with DIY craft projects. Collect bits & pieces in a craft drawer for future adventures. Day 2: Delectable Day. Freshen up your diet with something new, like an unusual fruit or veggie from the farmer's market. Ask the farmer or grocer how to prepare it or just find a recipe online. Just make sure it's real food, not processed. Day 3: Contribution Day. Put something you have into circulation. Give money to a good cause, donate clothes to charity, bring some groceries to a food bank. Even something small can make a big difference. Day 4: Stone Age Day. Are you ready to unplug your appliances, put away your car keys and abandon the internet for 24 hours? This challenge is about reducing your carbon footprint to nearly zero, just for a little while. Good luck. Day 5: Petition Day. Make sure your voice is heard. Find petitions online at Green America, Care2, Credo and more. Day 6: Hippie Day. Before you can hug a tree, you need to plant one! Find your town at the Alliance for Community Trees or donate a tree through Plant a Billion Trees. Day 7: Advocacy Day. Spread the word to family and friends. Be sure to kee
12/21/2011 | Download File (57.39 MB) - right click to download
More Hip Than Hippie #296 - Transition Towns The Transition movement represents one of the most promising ways of engaging people and communities to take the far-reaching actions that are required to mitigate the effects of peak oil, climate change and the economic crisis. Do you live in a Transition Town? Would you like to? Dori & Val chat with Carolyne Stayton of Transition US to learn why transition is necessary, and fun! Also, the Hipsters rewrite Auld Lang Syne and contemplate Canadian porn. Beer and Chocolate: Beer: Our new Favorite Listener is Blythe in Sonoma County, CA! She kicked down a big-ass bottle of Gold Digger IPA from NorCal's Auburn Alehouse. The robust hop flavor is enough to start another gold rush! Dori: 5 hips; Val: 5 hips Chocolate: Blythe also sent along a box of assorted artisan oddities from Sonoma Chocolatiers. We've never experienced goat cheese or garlic in chocolate before. We may never again. But we're Hall of Faming the adventure! (Tip: pair these with red wine, not beer.) Dori: 6 hips; Val: 6 hips. Hip News and Finds Finds: Val's Favorite Thing! Klean Kanteen presents their fabulous new Stainless Steel Pint Glass, and Greenfeet offers a 4-pack to get the party started. They're perfect outdoors; unlike a Red Solo Cup, you can use them again and again. Cheers! Saddle up. Ready to put away some pasta? I Could Eat a Horse spaghetti measuring tool gauges your noodle needs on a scale of Skinny to Whinny! Yule love these. Time for some alternative holiday tunes from Yule Logs and Lascivious Biddies. Hip News Paws for a Cause. This year's biggest superhero is Daniel, the cat with 26 toes. By chipping in a dollar per toe, Milwaukee residents helped to save Daniel's home, an animal rescue center. FacePeace. Friend request accepted! Facebook and Greenpeace have agreed to work together promoting renewable energy, after the social media giant agreed to power its data centers with clean energy instead of coal. Teenie Weenie Greenie™ Roll Your Own!Val's latest obsession is paper flowers, rolled from old book pages, magazine pages, even sheet music. They make great gifts, and all that rolling keeps your hands out of the candy box. Transition Towns "The Transition Movement is a vibrant, grassroots movement that seeks to build community resilience in the face of such challenges as peak oil, climate change and the economic crisis. It represents one of the most promising ways of engaging people in strengthening their communities against the effects of these challenges, resulting in a life that is more abundant, fulfilling, equitable and socially connected." Carolyne Stayton is the Executive Director of Transition US. Her job: Supporting communities in the US to become more resilient and enjoy doing it! The movement's founder, Rob Hopkins, was inspired by the film The End of Suburbia. There are 12 Ingredients of the transition model. They are not meant to be implemented in numerical order. The Transition Network facilitates initiatives all over the world. Great resources for starting a transition initiative in your town include the Transition Handbook, the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Transition-Companion-Community-Resilient-Uncertain/dp/1603583920/ref=pd_sim_b_1/182-7999473-8547320"
12/8/2011 | Download File (46.59 MB) - right click to download
More Hip Than Hippie #295 - Waste-Free Wonderland A zero-waste lifestyle can save you money and make a profit this holiday season. Most of us generate about 25% more trash during the holidays. What if cutting back on waste could put money in your pocket? Blogger Bea Johnson returns with tips to make it happen. Also, Val adopts a Nerf gun and Dori is #winning the Christmas card competition (yes, there is one!). Beer and Chocolate: Beer: We enjoyed our last beer from Highwater Brewing so much, we decided to go back for more. Good call! Their Pom Cherry Bomb Specialty Ale was a summer release that transcends seasons. The delightful sweet cherry/tart pomegranate combo pairs brilliantly with plain chocolate. Dori: 5 hips; Val: 5 hips Chocolate: Our New Favorite Listener is Kelly in Washington, who sent a whole care package of her local faves! First up: Seattle Chocolates Pike Place Espresso Truffle bar, a seamless blend of flavors inside a creamy dream. Dori: 5 hips Val: 5 hips. Hip News and Finds Finds: Grow To Go. Our friends in the UK can send this Edible Festive Bouquet of herbs to foodie folks. Why can't we find this in the US? Easy Rider. Daimler is driving into the carshare pool with Car2Go, an all-electric service focusing on convenience. Now in Amsterdam and San Diego, it's going big next year. Live and Let Fry. Sir Paul McCartney has released The Meat-Free Monday Cookbook in support of his vegetarian campaign. Hip News Shopping list. The Daily Green gives you permission to pass up the organics aisle when you purchase their Clean 15 foods, which are low in pesticide residue. Save your money for organic versions of the Dirty Dozen. Teenie Weenie Greenie™ From Zero Waste Bea: Use your sink strainer! Keeping bits of food waste out of the garbage disposal saves water and electricity. Empty the contents of the strainer into your kitchen compost bin or feed it to the critters. Waste-Free Wonderland Did you know that cutting back on household waste can not only save money, but also make a profit? Our amie Bea Johnson explains. Feel free to gaze at her hunky husband. Bea and her family hit the big-time in Sunset magazine! On Bea's blog, The Zero Waste Home, she lays out a plan for making it though the holidays waste-free, and making a little cash. She is a big fan of using furoshiki and reusable bags instead of gift wrap. By using a gift registry, we can make sure our gifts are truly appreciated. She makes Elf Yourself videos to share with family and friends. Bea uses principles of collaborative consumption, as outlined in the book What's Mine is Yours. Her family uses BRB Vacation Rentals to fill their house when they're away. Some food for thought from Bea: her posts on Decluttering and Heirloom Guilt. She left us hungry for Welsh rarebit and thirsty for Morpho! Listener E-mails</
