Episodes

March 19, 2024

Nature in Recovery & Corridors of Beauty with Karen Lloyd

What does it really mean when we talk about reconnecting with nature? To actually connect with nature, is it enough to simply get outside? Who speaks for the rights of nature to remain undisturbed? These are just a few of th…
March 5, 2024

Expedition Behavior: Growing Leaders with NOLS President Sandy Colhoun

Time and time again, we’ve seen that spending time in nature has profound effects on our physical and mental wellbeing, but did you know that the outdoors are also uniquely suited for imparting leadership skills? This week, …
Feb. 21, 2024

Native Plants, Keystone Species, and Ecosystem Restoration with Doug Tallamy

E.O. Wilson once said, “if insects were to vanish, the environment would collapse into chaos”- and he wasn’t wrong. In fact, our entire food system depends on the energy that tiny bugs transfer to vertebrates. So, what’s the…
Feb. 6, 2024

The Life Changing Power of Outdoor Adventure with Shelby Stanger

Our guest today, Shelby Stanger, believes that a little bit of outdoor adventure is the key to a full and happy life. In fact, Shelby credits her own experiences surfing and escaping her comfort zone with catapulting her int…
Jan. 23, 2024

The High Line, Therme, & Social Infrastructure with Robert Hammond

Our guest today, Robert Hammond, has dedicated his life to creating vibrant public spaces that foster human connection, wellbeing, and bring out the best in our communities. In the late 90’s, Robert, alongside business partn…
Dec. 20, 2023

Ellen Bassett on Design Innovation, Urban Planning, and Global Perspectives

Thoughtful and creative design can change the world, from the products we use every day to innovative and climate-resilient buildings, to entire cities that prioritize the health and vitality of the people who live in them. …
Dec. 5, 2023

The 2023 Biophilic Holiday Reading List

It’s officially cozy season! This week, Monica and Jennifer are back with another roundup of biophilic holiday reads, perfect for gifting or curling up with by the fireplace. So, whether you’re looking for a beautiful coffee…
Nov. 21, 2023

Public Green Space Is Essential Infrastructure with George Dusenbury

Everyone should live within 10 minutes of a public park. Why? Because public green space improves overall health, strengthens community ties, combats climate change, and - when implemented correctly - reduces inequality. Our…
Nov. 7, 2023

Finding Deeper Wellness in Nature with Dr. Mark Campbell

On the surface, you may not think that the military or professional baseball have much to do with fields like wellness, mindfulness, or biophilia - but that’s exactly where you’d be wrong according to today’s guest, Dr. Mark…
Oct. 24, 2023

Beware of Biophobia with Journalist Emily Harwitz

At this point, we all know that biophilia literally means the love of nature, right? But have you ever stopped to consider its opposite, biophobia? If you’re a regular listener of this podcast, we’d be willing to bet you hav…
Oct. 10, 2023

The Economics of Biophilic Design with Bill Browning and Catie Ryan

The health benefits of biophilic design are well-established: reduced anxiety, improved focus, lower heart rate, and generally just better overall wellbeing. However, how do those health benefits translate to financial outco…
Sept. 26, 2023

Getting Into the (Sea)Weeds with Keel Labs’ Aleks Gosiewski and Tessa Callaghan

For the future of sustainable textiles, should we look no further than … the ocean? Today we’re speaking with Aleks Gosiewski and Tessa Callaghan, the founders of Keel Labs, a sustainable materials company built on regenerat…
Sept. 12, 2023

Buildings That Last For 500 Years with ZGF Architects’ Kathy Berg

This week, we’re exploring buildings that are biophilic, climate resilient, and set the gold standard for net positive, responsible design. Specifically, we’ll dive deep into two projects by ZGF Architects, an industry leade…
Aug. 29, 2023

Positive Tipping Points & Transformative Change with Dr. Tim Lenton

If a negative climate tipping point refers to a critical threshold that triggers irreversible damage, then it stands to reason that a positive tipping point is the exact opposite - a beneficial axis that, when reached, stave…
Aug. 15, 2023

How Dr. Sheri Parks is Reviving Indigo Dye and Cultivating Community in Maryland and Beyond

This week, we’re exploring the intersection of agriculture, artistry, and history through the lens of indigo, a significant cash crop in the colonial period with inextricable ties to the slave trade. So inextricable, in fact…
Aug. 1, 2023

Nature, Culture & The Sacred with Bioneers Co-Founder Nina Simons

Our guest today, Nina, Simons, believes that the root of many social and environmental problems we face today can be traced back to a fundamental imbalance between traditionally masculine and feminine attributes – and she ha…
July 18, 2023

The Brain Is Your Client: Biophilic Architecture with Dr. Tuwanda Green

This week we’re diving into the world of human-centered architecture and its profound impact on brain health with Dr. Tuwanda Green, Adjunct Instructor in the School of Architecture at Virginia Tech. Before getting her PhD, …
July 4, 2023

Biophilic Summer Reading: Our 2023 Picks

Jennifer and Monica here! We’ve officially reached the height of Summer. The days are long, it’s (very) hot outside, and there’s nothing we want to do more than hang out with a good book - preferably next to some kind of bod…
June 20, 2023

Beast Mode: Wildlife Recovery & Ecological Restoration with Environmental Philosopher Christopher J. Preston

During the early weeks of the pandemic, when human activity and movement were significantly reduced, there were reports of various animals returning to urban landscapes. Think coyotes in San Francisco, wild boar in Barcelona…
June 6, 2023

Biodesign, Chemistry, & The Future of Fashion with Dr. Karen Pearson

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of biodesign, exploring the amazing opportunities that arise when science, technology, and fashion come together. Think faux leather that’s made with kombucha, functional yarn der…
May 23, 2023

Eco-Conscious Fashion & Nature’s Wisdom with Mara Hoffman

This week, we’re thrilled to be speaking with fashion designer Mara Hoffman, the President and Creative Director of her own namesake brand, known throughout the world for its innovation and creativity. Nowadays, Mara is also…
May 9, 2023

Biophilic Leadership Summit: The Nature of Wood with Bill Browning

As humans, we have notable biophilic responses to natural materials, forms, fractal patterns, and so much more. However, one material stands out from the rest for the particularly strong fascination it seems to hold - wood. …
April 18, 2023

Sustainable Packaging, In-Store Recycling, and Clean Standards with Credo Beauty Founder Annie Jackson

We caught up with Credo Co-Founder & COO Annie Jackson at the 17th FIT Sustainable Business & Design Conference to talk all about clean beauty and the movement towards circularity in the beauty industry. Discover how Credo i…
April 4, 2023

Conversational Communities in Nature with Author Fred Dust

In a world where people are so divided, what does it mean to have meaningful, thoughtful conversations? And is it even possible? If you asked today’s guest, Fred Dust, author of Making Conversation: Seven Essential Elements …