The planet faces a grim future. Author Carolyn Baker highlights rapidly unfolding climate change and the fragile Fukushima reactor situation. Systems thinker

The planet faces a grim future. Author Carolyn Baker highlights rapidly unfolding climate change and the fragile Fukushima reactor situation. Systems thinker Dave Pollard foresees endgames for economic, energy, and ecological systems, any of which could trigger civilizational collapse.

We are in an unfixable predicament, but we retain the choice of how to respond. Carolyn Baker's book, "Collapsing Consciously," explores these themes. (Published Nov 19, 2013)

Episode 300 of Peak Moment features Carolyn Baker, Ivey Cone, and Janaia discussing how to navigate catastrophic climate change and industrial civilization's decline. They explore keeping hearts

Episode 300 of Peak Moment features Carolyn Baker, Ivey Cone, and Janaia discussing how to navigate catastrophic climate change and industrial civilization's decline. They explore keeping hearts open, mutual support, gratitude, and universal powers. Carolyn Baker stresses grieving as essential, linking it to gratitude and love. Ivey Cone focuses on relevant action, while Janaia considers humanity's legacy. Learn more from Carolyn Baker at carolynbaker.net and Ivey Cone at youtube.com/fukicafe.

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This excerpt is from a teaching circle led by Grandmother Agnes, a presenter at the SEED Institute's "Wisdom from the Origins" conference (September 13-17 in Albuquerque, New Mexico). The teaching

This excerpt is from a teaching circle led by Grandmother Agnes, a presenter at the SEED Institute's "Wisdom from the Origins" conference (September 13-17 in Albuquerque, New Mexico). The teaching circle was originally held at the Earth Day 2012 Conference, sponsored by the Earth & Spirit Council on April 20, 2012, in Portland, Oregon.

Daniel Dixon of wisdomoftheelders.org served as the videographer.

The latest episode, dropping October 23rd, features Andrew Stuhl, an environmental

The latest episode, dropping October 23rd, features Andrew Stuhl, an environmental studies professor. He discusses his "Agnes Flood Project," which gathers memories from Susquehanna River Valley residents about the devastating 1972 Hurricane Agnes flood. Stuhl emphasizes how historical events, like the flood's pungent mud smell, trigger powerful memories and offer vital lessons in resilience. These insights are crucial for navigating today's challenges, including the Coronavirus Pandemic and climate change. Share your Hurricane Agnes stories or photos by emailing agnesrevisited@gmail.com.

Also featured is Lynn Neuman, director of Artichoke Dance Company. Her work uses art to inspire action on climate change, moving beyond entertainment to train communities in legislative change. Neuman's company has adapted to the pandemic with "Covid Creations," reflecting feelings of isolation and connection.

Published March 3, 2015, GRITtv's "Capitalism, Imperialism, Feminism" episode celebrates International Women's Day by featuring global women's movement leaders Agnes Pareyio and Monique

Published March 3, 2015, GRITtv's "Capitalism, Imperialism, Feminism" episode celebrates International Women's Day by featuring global women's movement leaders Agnes Pareyio and Monique Wilson.

Agnes Pareyio, named UN Kenya Person of the Year in 2005, founded safe houses for girls fleeing Female Genital Mutilation and early marriage. Monique Wilson, known for her lead role in Ms. Saigon, directs international affairs for the Gabriela Women's Party and the One Billion Rising campaign. The episode also includes segments on women of color's fight for rights ("Standing on My Sister's Shoulders") and "Hillary Clinton's White Feminism with Laura's F-Word."

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