Critical Root Zone Podcast

Breaking Ground: Cannabis Sativa with Frederick Cawthon Episode 1 of 4

Breaking Ground: Cannabis Sativa with Frederick Cawthon Episode 1 of 4“There’s no way we can heal the Planet without healing her people, and hemp plays a strategic role in that ” -Frederick CawthonMaris and Frederick expose their electric connection and the story of how this plant brought them together! This episode reveals different truths about the Cannabis plant, its history and various applications. Tune in to get a taste of what's to come in this series!LINKS:Instagram! @criticalrootzone @marisvibez @frederickcawthon Hemp Alliance of TN: https://www.yourhat.org/YOUTUBE EDUCATION / SOURCES:Evo hemp: Hemp Basics: What is Hemp?Our Changing Climate: Why this Plant Could Save the WorldTEDx Talks: Hemp holds the key to a sustainable future /  Amy AnselEPISODE CONTRIBUTORS:Host & Creator: Maris MasellisPresident of the Hemp Alliance of Tennessee: Frederick CawthonXPLR Studio Productions:  Erin Pennington & Stuart DemingEmail CRZ at criticalrootzone@gmail.com with your feedback, questions or ideas about future series! 

In the Critical Root Zone with TN House Rep. Bob Freeman Episode 4 of 4

In the Critical Root Zone with TN House Rep. Bob Freeman Episode 4 of 4“We should not be presented with bad choices” - TN House Rep. Bob FreemanMaris is jacked up on energy drinks while Bob talks the T R U T H about how hard it is to change policy but how important it is that we try! They tie everything back into sustainability and how to positively engage people in being a part of the solution. Have the conversation and get more people engaged!Run for office!  VOTE!We might not be able to change policy overnight but each and every action counts. The whole point of this series is to motivate listeners/viewers to not give up! “Everybody has a stake in this and everybody needs to be involved” -B. FreemanLINKS:Follow Maris and Bob on Instagram → @marisvibez @jrfreemaShare your stories & ideas → email Maris at criticalrootzone@gmail.comSupport Bob Freeman → https://www.facebook.com/VoteBobFreeman/Check out these documentaries on Netflix: 1) Seaspiracy 2) Kiss the GroundEPISODE CONTRIBUTORS: Maris Masellis: Host & Content CreationHouse Representative Bob Freeman: Guest Speaker XPLR Studio Productions:  Erin Pennington & Stuart Deming

Zoning In on VOTING with TN House Rep. Bob Freeman Episode 3 of 4

Zoning In on VOTING with TN House Rep. Bob Freeman Episode 3 of 4“We get the power back when we have every single person who can vote turning out to vote” - TN House Rep. Bob FreemanMaris and Bob crack open the voting process, how the system works and where to get started. What’s the most important thing to know with an election coming up? How do you get your voice heard? “First and foremost, VOTE!” Not everyone has the ability to vote or access to the resources that others have and for that reason we must exercise the rights we do have! We can’t let wealthy interest groups make us feel powerless and swing elections. This episode has CRUCIAL info that will motivate you to get up and VOTE!  You definitely don’t want to miss this! LINKS:Follow Maris and Bob on Instagram → @marisvibez @jrfreemaShare your stories & ideas → email Maris at criticalrootzone@gmail.comSupport Bob Freeman → https://www.facebook.com/VoteBobFreeman/Register to vote and research your legislators → www.headcount.orgThe New Jim Crow Book by Michelle Alexander → https://www.secondsale.comEPISODE CONTRIBUTORS: Maris Masellis: Host & CreatorHouse Representative Bob Freeman: Guest Speaker XPLR Studio Productions:  Erin Pennington & Stuart Deming

Digging Deeper with TN House Rep. Bob Freeman Episode 2 of 4

Digging Deeper with TN House Rep. Bob Freeman Episode 2 of 4BILLS BILLS BILLS!“How do we get from DESIRE and ACTION to PASSION?” -MarisHave you ever wondered how a Bill becomes a law? Where do these bills originate and how do they get passed? Did you know that you can visit your representatives at the Capitol to discuss what’s important to you? Where does one get started??? In this episode Maris and Bob Dig Deeper into the Critical Root Zone, discussing how bills are created and processed as well as ways to become more engaged and educated on these topics. Bob shares his personal experience and ideas with Maris and what’s REALLY going on when our lawmakers are “in-session” here in Tennessee and around the country! LINKS:Follow Maris and Bob on Instagram → @marisvibez @jrfreemaShare your stories & ideas → email Maris at criticalrootzone@gmail.comSupport Bob Freeman → https://www.facebook.com/VoteBobFreeman/ WAYS TO GET INFORMED:https://www.dosomething.org/us/articles/how-to-prepare-for-the-polls-as-a-first-time-voterhttps://www.headcount.orghttps://sos.tn.gov/govotetn (Tennessee specific) Episode Contributors:Maris Masellis: Host & Content CreationHouse Representative Bob Freeman: Guest Speaker XPLR Studio Productions:  Erin Pennington & Stuart Deming

Breaking Ground with TN House Rep. Bob Freeman Episode 1 of 4

Breaking Ground with TN House Rep. Bob Freeman Episode 1 of 4 “If you are not voting, you are letting someone else make that decision for you…you can complain but complaining about it after the fact is not effective. You gotta be a part of the process” -Bob FreemanOn this first episode of the Policy + Sustainability Series, we get to know Tennessee House Representative Bob Freeman, a TN native that shares a passion for the Planet and the People enough to run for office to make sure that we are being heard and protected. In this series we talk about life and government, the process of how bills are made and how important policy is to create lasting and impactful environmental change! LINKS:Follow Maris and Bob on Instagram → @marisvibez @jrfreemaShare your stories & ideas → email Maris at criticalrootzone@gmail.comSupport Bob Freeman → https://www.facebook.com/VoteBobFreeman/Learn more about the Nashville Sexual Assault Center → https://sacenter.org/ Episode Contributors: Maris Masellis: Host & Content CreationTennessee House Representative Bob Freeman: Guest Speaker XPLR Studio Productions:  Erin Pennington & Stuart Deming (Elm Hill Studios, Nashville TN)

In the Critical Root Zone: Reduce & Reuse vs Recycle Episode 3 of 4

In the Critical Root Zone: Reduce & Reuse vs Recycle Episode 3 of 4Why does packaging fall on the consumer when we did not ask for these materials to be created? How do we get producers to be held more responsible for the trash they create? Maris talks to Kristen about different ways to reduce and reuse material before throwing it "away" (throwback to ZWTT first episode) and how Maris really feels about buying new shiny sh*t! Yea its fun to shop but do you really NEED it? Getting things second hand and thinking of necessity over want is a great way to do what YOU can when trying to save the planet and the human race! Wait til the end to find out how the name CRZ evolved and what it means! Follow Maris and Kristen on Instagram!! @kwesterbeck @marisvibez Email CRZ at criticalrootzone@gmail.com Episode Contributors: Maris Masellis: Host & Content CreatorKristen Westerbeck: Guest Speaker XPLR Studio Productions:  Erin Pennington & Stuart Deming

Zoning In: Measuring Carbon Emissions: Who’s Really Doing it All?

Zoning In: Measuring Carbon Emissions: Who's Really Doing it All? Episode 3 of 4Did you know that there are specific ways you can measure emissions? Kristen explains what scope 1, 2 and 3 are and why scope 3 is the most important and challenging! Companies are trying to do the "right" thing when it comes to being sustainable but they're all doing it differently. Maris and Kristen compare the scopes and what consumers should know about these different sustainability reports! Nike Impact Report: https://purpose.nike.com/fy21-nike-impact-reportScope 1, 2 & 3 Emissions explained: https://www.nationalgrid.com/stories/energy-explained/what-are-scope-1-2-3-carbon-emissionsFollow Maris and Kristen on Instagram: @marisvibez @kwesterbeckEmail CRZ at criticalrootzone@gmail.comEpisode Contributors: Maris Masellis: Host & Content CreationKristen Westerbeck: Guest Speaker XPLR Studio Productions:  Erin Pennington & Stuart Deming  

Digging Deeper with Kristen, NIKE and Sustainability

Digging Deeper with Kristen, NIKE & Sustainability Episode 2 of 4 "Without a world, we don't have business and we definitely don't have sports...Nike very much has grasped this respect the Planet, protect the Planet in order to have fun" - K. Westerbeck How can we be responsible consumers? What did Kristen learn in her internship with NIKE? As Kristen and Maris get deeper into the zone, they talk about buying from companies that are talking the talk and walking the walk (reducing, reusing and recycling), how we all are responsible for leading by example and using your voice to hold others responsible. Check out NIKE sustainability: https://www.nike.com/sustainability/ Be inspired by Phil Knight's "Shoe Dog" Buy on https://www.thriftbooks.com/ for as little as $6 used!Follow Maris and Kristen on Instagram!! @kwesterbeck @marisvibez Email CRZ at criticalrootzone@gmail.com Episode Contributors: Maris Masellis: Host & Content CreationKristen Westerbeck: Guest Speaker XPLR Studio Productions:  Erin Pennington & Stuart Deming

Breaking Ground with Kristen Westerbeck

Breaking Ground with Kristen Westerbeck Episode 1 of 4 Part SeriesMaris introduces Kristen Westerbeck, long-time friend and sustainable guru. They share their story of how they met, their connection with zero waste and Kristen's future employer that some of you might know as... NIKE. Maris and Kristen discuss "How we can make a difference" in our personal lives and looking at the bigger picture! Be inspired as they as they go into the Critical Root Zone and detail their series ahead on CRZ! To watch on YOUTUBE please search : Critical Root Zone Sustainable companies Maris & Kristen recommend in Nashville, TN! Jackalope Brewing Company, Nashville TN https://jackalopebrew.com/ IG: @jackalopebrewThe Good Fill, Nashville TN https://thegoodfill.co/  IG: @thegoodfillTurnip Green Creative Reuse Nashville TN https://www.turnipgreencreativereuse.org/ IG: @turnipgreencreativereuseStrings for Hope Nashville TN https://stringsforhope.com/ IG: @stringsforhope Follow Maris and Kristen on Instagram!! @kwesterbeck @marisvibez Email CRZ at criticalrootzone@gmail.comListen to Maris's first podcast with Michael and Jess:  Zero Waste Trash TalkMore on How to start composting! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8MrM8JHs7I&t=10sEpisode Contributors: Maris Masellis: Host & Content CreationKristen Westerbeck: Guest Speaker XPLR Studio Productions:  Erin Pennington & Stuart Deming  

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