Megan Kimble, Contributing Writer
September 21, 2009 by Megan Kimble
Filed under BPGL Crew, Contributing Writers, Megan Kimble
Megan Kimble is a Spanish-speaking, laptop-wielding, six-foot gringa wandering around Latin America and, as of late, Los Angeles, where she’s from. Megan runs, hikes, and really loves breakfast food — especially coffee. She is game to try anything new…
Read Full ArticleAbby Seixas, Contributing Writer
September 10, 2009 by Julia Wasson
Filed under Blog, Contributing Writers, Massachusetts
Contributing writer Abby Seixas is a psychotherapist, speaker and author of the highly acclaimed book Finding the Deep River Within: A Woman’s Guide to Recovering Balance and Meaning in Everyday Life.
She offers workshops, retreats and individualized coaching, as well as her popular “Deep River”™ groups. Abby’s television appearances include NBC’s The Today Show and the Hallmark Channel, and her work has been featured in local and national print media, including O, the Oprah Magazine; Self; Woman’s Day; Fitness; Body + Soul; and The Boston Globe…
Read Full ArticleCaryn Green, Contributing Writer
August 26, 2009 by Caryn Green
Filed under BPGL Crew, Contributing Writers, Illinois
Caryn Green lives in Chicago, where she has spent her career in media on both the business and editorial side of the aisle. An ardent environmentalist and animal rights supporter, she is an outdoor enthusiast and adventure traveler who loves to go places you can’t find on a map…
Read Full ArticleLaura Mack, Contributing Writer
August 17, 2009 by Laura Mack
Filed under British Columbia, Canada, Contributing Writers, Laura Mack
Laura Mack is an international business consultant, a facilitator of dialogue, and a writer with a passion for positive transformation of individuals, communities and organizations…
Read Full ArticleShraddah Reyna, Contributing Writer
July 23, 2009 by Shraddah Reyna
Filed under Blog, Contributing Writers
Shraddah Reyna is a new environmentalist. She became interested in the environment while living in Hawaii, a microcosm of our larger society and planet. She has an extensive background in advertising and sales, which she hopes to put to use in bettering our planet. She is currently studying business at the University of Redlands in California…
Read Full ArticleT. I. Williams, Contributing Writer
July 13, 2009 by T. I. Williams
Filed under Blog, BPGL Crew, Contributing Writers, Cooking, Health
T. I. Williams is a baker and live foods chef-educator based in New York City and, on occasion, Jamaica. …
Read Full ArticleMegan Lisman, Intern
June 11, 2009 by Megan Lisman
Filed under Contributing Writers, Interns, Megan Lisman
Megan Lisman is transitioning from being a junior at the University of Iowa to her final year of college, during which she is hopes to avoid falling into the dark abyss of senioritis. Megan is spending her summer as an intern at Blue Planet Green Living to keep her mind fresh and to save it from melting into a puddle in the humid Iowa City air…
Read Full ArticleChef Helen Sandler, Contributing Writer
May 21, 2009 by Chef Helen Sandler
Filed under BPGL Crew, Chef Helen Sandler, Contributing Writers
Helen Sandler is used to being an innovator and at the cutting edge of whole foods/whole grains awareness. After graduating from SUNY, New York with a teaching degree, she began to follow her real passion for healthy cooking, which took her from Los Angeles to Boston to attend the cooking school of the late and great master Japanese natural chef, Aveline Kushi…
Read Full ArticleTerri French, Contributing Writer
May 7, 2009 by Terri French
Filed under Alabama, Blog, Contributing Writers, Writers
Terri French is a writer living in Huntsville, Alabama. Her work has appeared in The Valley Planet, Texas Parks and Wildlife Magazine, Boston Seniority, and The Canadian Organic Grower. Terri and her husband, Ray, recycle, use “green” products, buy organic, and make environmentally friendly investments.
Read Full ArticleBrigette Fanning, Contributing Writer
April 28, 2009 by Brigette Fanning
Filed under BPGL Crew, Brigette Fanning, Contributing Writers
Brigette is a University of Iowa senior, originally from the Northwest suburbs of Chicago. She is majoring in Journalism and political science. Currently, she’s an intern with PIRG, and worked this past summer at the office of a U.S. Congressman.
Read Full ArticleKairol Rosenthal, Contributing Writer
April 27, 2009 by Kairol Rosenthal
Filed under BPGL Crew, Kairol Rosenthal
Kairol Rosenthal is a national advocate for young adult cancer and is the author of Everything Changes: The Insider’s Guide to Cancer in Your 20s and 30s. Visit her blog www.everythingchangesbook.com.
Read Full ArticleBlake Cothron, Contributing Writer
March 7, 2009 by Blake Cothron
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A dedicated steward to the Earth and wild creatures, contributing writer Blake Cothron has been an organic gardener for over 15 years and is a passionate orchardist. He is also a musician, playing hand drums and strings…
Read Full ArticleContributing Writer, Stacey Tarrant
February 12, 2009 by Stacey Tarrant
Filed under Alabama, Engineers, Stacey Tarrant
An Auburn University School of Engineering graduate, I have a B.S. in Environmental Science. I’ve been working with Environmental Engineers, Inc. for almost 5 years. I truly love my job, and I feel so blessed to say that….
Read Full ArticleAmanda Rooker, Contributing Writer
February 4, 2009 by Amanda Rooker
Filed under Amanda Rooker, Contributing Writers, Virginia
Amanda Rooker is a freelance writer and editor based in Yorktown, Virginia. She also serves as a spiritual director and teacher at LivingStone Monastery, a Protestant community and retreat house in Newport News, Virginia. She received her bachelor’s degree in English from the College of William and Mary and her Master of Divinity from Duke University.
Read Full ArticleMatthew J. Goudge, Executive Chef, Contributing Writer
February 3, 2009 by Chef Matthew J.G.
Filed under Australia, Chef Matthew J. Goudge, China, Cooking, Ecopreneurs, Front Page, Green Living, Organic Food
Matthew J. Goudge is an Australian citizen, who possesses a wealth of knowledge in the culinary field. He has worked in St Lucia, Malaysia, China, Australia, Austria and England in various capacities. His career began in February of 1987 at the Tura Beach Country Club in New South Wales, Australia.
Read Full ArticleMakur Jain, Ph.D., Contributing Writer
February 2, 2009 by Makur Jain
Filed under Front Page, Green Living, India, Iowa, Makur Jain, Sustainable Living
Contributing writer Dr. Makur Jain lives in Lucknow, India, where she earned her Ph.D. in English literature. During the 2007–08 school year, she was hosted by the U.S. State Department as a Fulbright scholar to teach Hindi at the University of Iowa.
Read Full ArticleElias Simpson, Contributing Writer
January 19, 2009 by Elias Simpson
Filed under Blog, Elias Simpson, Europe, Front Page, Iowa
Elias Simpson earned a bachelor’s degree in English and French from the University of Iowa. He spent a year in France in 2007, and traveled to Prague, Venice, Barcelona, and London, among other cities in France, including Nice and Grenoble. He has volunteered for the university’s environmental coalition and is a registered member of the Iowa City Bike Library. He will be attending graduate school next fall, to study poetry writing.
Read Full ArticleJagdish Poudel, Contributing Writer
January 6, 2009 by Jagdish Poudel
Filed under Blog, Climate Change, Conservation, Forest, Jagdish Poudel, Nepal
Jagdish Poudel is a Master of Science (M. sc.) student in environmental science from Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, Nepal. He works as a researcher and environmentalist for the nonprofit organization Living Earth Nepal.
Read Full ArticleJordan Jones, Contributing Writer
January 3, 2009 by Jordan Jones
Filed under Environmental Canon, Jordan Jones
I am 23 years old and full of that empathetic enthusiasm so common to youth. Originally from Des Moines, I attended the University of Iowa from 2004 to 2008, graduating last spring with degrees in English and History. After graduation, I joined AmeriCorps and got a job at the Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity affiliate, building houses for those in need. Sometimes I work in the Habitat ReStore, a shop that sells discount building materials and furniture. I love my job and I learn new things literally every day.
Read Full ArticleKaren Nichols, Contributing Writer
December 17, 2008 by Karen Nichols
Filed under Iowa, Karen Nichols
Originally from Mississippi, I’ve called Iowa City home since 1991. I became interested in environmentalism after getting more involved in hiking and backpacking during my 20s and 30s. As a parent, I want to create a home environment where my son is encouraged to appreciate and care for the earth and to draw strength and inspiration from nature.
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