More Hip than Hippie

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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). 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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  More Hip Than Hippie - Home Brewing for Hipsters
  Wed, 2 Jul 2008 22:52:00 GMT
  More Hip Than Hippie #157 - Home Brewing for Hipsters

  Dawn McDonald, owner of the Chico Home Brew Shop stops by to chat about one of our favorite things: BEER!

  Beer and Chocolate:

  Beer: You can't buy this is any store! Dawn brought in a couple of her own specialty home brews.

  Chocolate: Barettini Extra Dark Chocolate 72% by Droste

  Hip News and Finds

  Finds:

  • More Hip 3rd Anniversary Quiz Drawing Winner! Drum roll, please. . . . Molly from Baltimore! Congratulations Molly, and thanks to all who entered!
  • Treehuggers unite! DateforTrees.com is on online dating service that hooks you up with like-minded people AND donates a tree to American Forests for each month you are a paid member of their service. You can sign up for free and see if it's right for you before upgrading to a paid membership.
  • The results are in. Oprah has concluded her 21-day vegan cleansing process. During the 3 weeks, with the exception of olive oil, all the food she ate was grown in her garden.
  Hip News:
  • White House still withholding. The White House is drying to block the U.S. EPA from releasing a document that shows how the Clean Air Act could be used to regulate greenhouse gases.
  • The Bush Legacy. A new initiative will ask San Francisco voters to change the name of a prize-winning water treatment plant to the George W. Bush Sewage Plant. Now that's what we call good, old fashioned bathroom humor!
  Teenie Weenie Greenie™

  Sticking with the topic of this episode, this week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ is to try an Organic Beer (if you are of legal drinking age, of course). If you're too young to drink beer, or just don't like beer (gasp!) try an organic juice.

  Home Brewing for Hipsters

  Dawn McDonald, owner of the Chico Home Brew Shop stops by to chat about one of our favorite things: BEER! You can email Dawn with any questions you might have about home brewing at dawn@chicohomebrewshop.com.

  Listener Emails

  Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

  • Locally Known. Sydney sent along an article about a company called Locally Known. It's a farm company in Maine with a goal of providing New England fresh greens.
  • Composting made easy. Tyus is trying to convince his mom to start composting, but she's worried about not having enough space and the smell. If you have enough room outdoors, an Envirocycle Composter is great. For indoor composting and small spaces, try an odor-free automatic composter, like the NatureMill Plus or NatureMill Pro.
  • Plant peril. Brian sent in a couple links about how global warming is affecting plants and how the Ozone is bad for plants. He also wanted everyone to check out Farm Fountains, sculptural ecosystems you can eat.
  • Organic Brew Robert tried his first organic beer recently, Stone Mill pale ale.
  • Hipster Welcome! We wanted to welcome new listener Rob, who discovered More Hip Than Hippie while on CleanMPG.com.
  • Free fun in DC. Cassi is planning to take advantage of the free bike tours offered by the National Park Service on her next trip to Washington DC.
  • Litter box solutions. Hilary has discovered a less wasteful option for her cat's litter box. She uses aquarium gravel with a sifting litter box. The idea is to pick up the sifter with the litter, pour the cat urine down the drain, put the poo in the trash, and then wash and rinse the aquarium gravel.
  • Homemade freezer chocolate. Give Hilary's homemade freezer chocolate recipe a try:
    1. Heat 1 cup of coconut oil, Agave syrup till sweetened, and 1 cup of cacao powder.
    2. Chop 1 cup almonds and 1/2 cup candied ginger.
    3. Mix the almonds and ginger on some wax paper on a cookie sheet.
    4. Pour the chocolate mixture over it and make sure all of the almonds and ginger are coated.
    5. Freeze until hard, cut into bite sized pieces and store in the freezer.

  Email us at hip@greenfeet.com. Don't forget to vote for us at podcastalley.com and podcastpickle.com. Send us a voice message at our Skype address "morehip" or +1530.554.2605. Don't have Skype? Get it - it's free!

  More Hip Than Hippie is sponsored by Greenfeet.com

  
  
  
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  More Hip Than Hippie - Going on Staycation
  Wed, 25 Jun 2008 16:26:00 GMT
  More Hip Than Hippie #156 - Going on Staycation

  You might have noticed a little less change in your pocket lately. Gas prices are through the roof and Airlines are nickel-and-diming passengers for everything from the luggage they bring to a bag of peanuts. Save your money this Summer and instead of hitting the road for a little vay-kay, enjoy a staycation!

  Beer and Chocolate:

  

  Beer: Pyramid Hefeweizen

  Chocolate: World Market Sea Salt Dark Chocolate

  Hip News and Finds

  Finds:

  • Paying a hefty price. Listener Trystan recently talked about the real cost of travel on her Yahoo! Green blog, Green Picks. Using a widget called Real Costs, you can calculate the carbon emissions of your upcoming trip, and compare the emissions between traveling by plane, car, bus, and train.
  • Sharing a bright idea. This is from the Yahoo! Green blog EcoGeek. Sam Goldman is using his company, d.light design, to bring LED and solar-powered lamps to the 1.6 billion people in the world without access to electricity.
  • The Green (and great) Guide. Pick up the Summer 2008 issue of The Green Guide for a great article breaking down the meanings of different beef labels. While you're perusing the pages, check out the Editor's favorite green products. One of the products featured is the Knoend Lite2go, available at Greenfeet.com!
  Hip News:
  • Seven B-B-B-Billion? The world's population will reach a staggering 7 billion by 2012 according to a new government projection.

   

  Teenie Weenie Greenieā

  This week's Teenie Weenie Greenieā is courtesy of GreenBarMitzvahs.blogspot.com and is a great way to "recycle" the flowers and arrangements from your special event. At the end of your event, donate your flowers to a nursing home or hospital. Try talking to your florist before hand and ask if they will pick them up after the event and deliver them to a worthwhile cause.

  Going on Staycation

  You might have noticed a little less change in your pocket lately. Gas prices are through the roof and Airlines are nickel-and-diming passengers for everything from the luggage they bring to a bag of peanuts. Save your money this Summer and instead of hitting the road for a little vay-kay, enjoy a staycation!

  • Urban Dictionary: staycation.
  • Save money and gas with a staycation.
  • Prepare your home for a staycation.
  • Find free and cheap activities in your state.
  • If you are planning on hitting the road this Summer, check out these road trip tips.
  More Hip Than Hippie 3rd Anniversary Quiz: Answers

  Thanks for everyone who entered! Here are the answers to the quiz!

  1. Name 3 items from Co-Op America's list of 21 things you didn't know you could recycle.
     Click here to see the list.
  2. What is the official EPA label for products designed to use less water?
     WaterSense
  3. Val was featured as an Entrepreneur Mom in what magazine?
     Working Mother Magazine
  4. In episode #132 "Frankenfoods", we learned about the FlavrSavr, a genetically modified:
     C. tomato
  5. From episode #109 "Surviving a Dry Spell": what are the 3 types of drought?
     Meterological, agricultural, hydrological
  6. A United Nations report named which country as the best in the world in which to live?
     Iceland
  7. Episode #120 featured no beer. What was the reason?
     It was too early!
  8. Which type of television uses the most power? The least power?
     Plasma uses the most power, rear projection uses the least.
  9. Name 2 of the Top 10 Tips for Eco Kids.
     1. Throw away as little as you can.
     2. Buying used is more hip than buying new.
     3. Appreciate open spaces.
     4. Where electricity comes from.
     5. Appreciate water.
     6. The answer to "Paper vs. Plastic?" is "Neither".
     7. Grow something.
     8. Respect other cultures.
     9. It's better to give than to receive.
     10. Respect nature.
  10. The first-ever Hipster meet-up took place in what city?
      San Francisco
  11. Doing this wastes a cup of gas every 5 minutes. What is it?
      Idling in your car
  12. We talked with Amy Tucker, inventor of Xeko trading card game. She told us Xeko's motto is:
      A. Have fun, do good
  13. What is the name of the energy-saving version of Google?
      Blackle
  14. Match the guest author with their book/magazine/website:
      1. Dan Esty - D. Green To Gold
      2. Bruce Littlefield - E. Merry Christmas America
      3. Patricia Carol Brooks - A. Aromatherapy Thymes
      4. Trystan Bass - B. Yahoo! Green
      5. Jen Trolio - F. Ready Made
      6. Leah Guy - C. A Girl Named Guy
  15. Name the 3 types of alternative energy covered in our series this year.
      Clean coal, ocean power, nuclear power
  16. Our friend One-F Jef owns the local Chico franchise of what eco-friendly business?
      Cartridge World
  17. What should you spray to keep skunks away?
      Perfume
  18. Name 2 concerts Dori and Val attended together this past year.
      Rick Springfield and Davy Jones
  19. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of a good night's sleep?
      D. Freshen your breath
  20. Hipster Kati Neville wrote a book called what?
      Fix, Freeze, Feast
  21. WWOOF is an organization that puts travelers in touch with:
      A. organic farms
  22. What does rBGH stand for?
      recombinant Bovine Growth Hormone
  23. Which brewing company's beers were sampled more than any other in the past year?
      Lagunitas
  24. Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorne received the 2007 Rubber Dodo award from the Center for Biological Diversity for what stunning accomplishment?
      Going 1 year and 90 days without listing a new species as endangered or threatened.
  25. Vermicomposting involves the use of what slimy disgusting creature?
      Worms
  26. Translate the following Boontling phrase into English:
      "I'm going to boarch a horn of steinber with my applehead."
      "I'm going to drink a beer with my girlfriend"

  BONUS QUESTION:
  What are the names of Dori's 2 goats?
  Panda and Phoenix

  Listener Emails

  

  Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

  • Happy birthday! Listeners and friends Elizabeth and Michele celebrated their 40th birthdays on the 21st (Michele) and 23rd (Elizabeth) of June. Check out the great picture of them above wearing their royal birthday tiaras. Have a Hip birthday ladies! Cheers!
  • Recycling CFL's and how to save gas money. Kristi in Minneapolis sent in a couple links. First, she was excited to learn that you can now recycle old CFL's at Home Depot stores across the country. She also found a great article with 66 ways to spend less on gasoline.
  • Step up to the challenge. Carrie and her mother have started their own 29-Day Chocolate Challenge. The only rule? They must consume of the chocolate nature every day for 29 days. Track their progress on Carrie's blog, She's Gone Wanderin'.
  • Just for Rob. You know the story about Rob's cell phone museum . . . well now he can expand his collection. Big Ed discovered RetroBrick.com, a website that sells vintage cell phones.

  Email us at hip@greenfeet.com. Don't forget to vote for us at podcastalley.com and podcastpickle.com. Send us a voice message at our Skype address "morehip" or +1530.554.2605. Don't have Skype? Get it - it's free!

  More Hip Than Hippie is sponsored by Greenfeet.com

  
  
  
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  More Hip Than Hippie - Fabric of Our Lives
  Thu, 19 Jun 2008 21:57:00 GMT
  More Hip Than Hippie #155 - Fabric of Our Lives

  Polyester be gone! Dori and Val are talking about new, eco-friendly fabrics (and some old ones). Check the links below for more information.

  Beer and Chocolate:

  

  Beer: Phuket Beer - and get your mind out of the gutter, it's pronounced "foo-ket"!

  Chocolate: SmartChick Sara sent in 2 kinds of chocolate this week, both by Winnipesaukee Chocolates in New Hampshire: Rattlesnake Island dark chocolate with cayenne and Madame Chiang dark chocolate with candied ginger.

  Hip News and Finds

  Finds:

  • Cheers! Several major hotel chains, Marriott, Ritz-Carlton and Kimpton Hotels, have started carrying organic alcohols in their bars. This is a trend we could get used to!
  • Scratch-'n'-sniff-'n'-win. The Colorado Lottery recently began selling $3 Scented Crossword tickets. When players scratch off the latex in the play area, the scent is activated. Choose from Crossword Bouquet, Chocolate Crossword, and Coffee Crossword.
  • Live long and prosper. Extend your life and have fun while your at it with this list of 10 Fun Ways to Live Longer from About.com.
  Hip News:
  • Milk: Does a body harm? Government health officials are cracking down on raw milk because they are concerned about the spread of food-borne illnesses.
  • Zero-emission car. The FCX Clarity is Honda's new zero-emission, hydrogen fuel car that rolled off the Japanese production line Monday, June 16th.
  Teenie Weenie Greenie™

  Purchase at least one eco-friendly garment for your Fall wardrobe.

  Fabric of Our Lives

  Polyester be gone! Dori and Val are talking about new, eco-friendly fabrics (and some old ones). Check the links below for more information.

  • Organic Trade Association
  • Organic.org
  • OrganicExchange.org
  • OrganicClothing.blogs.com
  • Patagonia clothing and gear
  • Greenyarn
  More Hip Than Hippie 3rd Anniversary Quiz

  You could win 1 of 2 totally awesome eco-friendly prize packs! We're not sure what all is in the prize pack yet, but we can promise that it will be some super fantastic stuff! Here's how you can enter:

  • Answer all the questions to the quiz below.
  • Email your answers to hip@greenfeet.com by 11:59 PM PST on Sunday, June 22, 2008.
  • Two ways to win. The FIRST person to submit all the correct answers wins a prize pack. All others who answer all the questions correctly will be entered into a drawing to win the second prize pack.
  More Hip Than Hippie 3rd Anniversary Quiz
  1. Name 3 items from Co-Op America's list of 21 things you didn't know you could recycle.
  2. What is the official EPA label for products designed to use less water?
  3. Val was featured as an Entrepreneur Mom in what magazine?
  4. In episode #132 "Frankenfoods", we learned about the FlavrSavr, a genetically modified:
     A. potato
     B. pig
     C. tomato
     D. mustache
  5. From episode #109 "Surviving a Dry Spell": what are the 3 types of drought?
  6. A United Nations report named which country as the best in the world in which to live?
  7. Episode #120 featured no beer. What was the reason?
  8. Which type of television uses the most power? The least power?
  9. Name 2 of the Top 10 Tips for Eco Kids.
  10. The first-ever Hipster meet-up took place in what city?
  11. Doing this wastes a cup of gas every 5 minutes. What is it?
  12. We talked with Amy Tucker, inventor of Xeko trading card game. She told us Xeko's motto is:
      A. Have fun, do good
      B. Don't worry, be happy
      C. May the force be with you
      D. Melts in your mouth, not in your hands
  13. What is the name of the energy-saving version of Google?
  14. Match the guest author with their book/magazine/website:
      1. Dan Esty
      2. Bruce Littlefield
      3. Patricia Carol Brooks
      4. Trystan Bass
      5. Jen Trolio
      6. Leah Guy

      A. Aromatherapy Thymes
      B. Yahoo! Green
      C. A Girl Named Guy
      D. Green to Gold
      E. Merry Christmas America
      F. Ready Made

  15. Name the 3 types of alternative energy covered in our series this year.
  16. Our friend One-F Jef owns the local Chico franchise of what eco-friendly business?
  17. What should you spray to keep skunks away?
  18. Name 2 concerts Dori and Val attended together this past year.
  19. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of a good night's sleep?
      A. Keep your heart healthy
      B. Bolster your memory
      C. Reduce risk of depression
      D. Freshen your breath
  20. Hipster Kati Neville wrote a book called what?
  21. WWOOF is an organization that puts travelers in touch with:
      A. organic farms
      B. their inner dog
      C. ugly singles
  22. What does rBGH stand for?
  23. Which brewing company's beers were sampled more than any other in the past year?
  24. Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorne received the 2007 Rubber Dodo award from the Center for Biological Diversity for what stunning accomplishment?
  25. Vermicomposting involves the use of what slimy disgusting creature?
  26. Translate the following Boontling phrase into English:
      "I'm going to boarch a horn of steinber with my applehead."

  BONUS QUESTION:
  What are the names of Dori's 2 goats?

  Listener Emails

  Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

  • Across the Great States. As you might of heard on several recent shows, listener Mike is moving across country from Florida to Washington. You can track his adventures on his blog, Across the Great States.
  • Soak up the Sun. Veggy Liz in NYC was looking for some sunscreen recommendations that are both health and earth friendly. Val's a fan of UV Naturals.
  • Stick to it. Michelle was excited to learn that Elmer's Glue has a recycling program that accepts empty glue bottles and glue sticks, by any brand.
  • Super singles. Doug in Kansas sent in a list of the top cities for singles.
  • Sweet offerings. Annie wanted to let everyone know about Hometown Candy, which gives customers the option of paying a little extra for biodegradable packing materials to be used for their order.
  • Child's play. Doug wanted to recommend EcoChildsPlay.com, a website/blog about green parenting.
  • See ya later, Styrofoam. Sandy's son decided that he would like to help their hometown of White Plains, New York ban the use Styrofoam. Way to go! They plan to track their progress on their blog, TenantsoftheEarth.blogspot.com.
  • Making fleas flee. Julie, who owns a pet sitting business in Chicago, wanted to recommend some natural flea treatments for your pets:
    • Diatomaceous Earth (DE)
    • Play Dead Herbal Dog Collar
    • Natural Chemistry De Flea Pet Area Spray
  • Refueling. Brian sent in a bunch of links about how lower gas prices could be in our future:
    • Turning plant matter into gasoline
    • Can gasoline grow on trees?
    • Is the Enron Loophole to blame for rising gas prices?
    • Legislation updates regarding the Enron Loophole

  Email us at hip@greenfeet.com. Don't forget to vote for us at podcastalley.com and podcastpickle.com. Send us a voice message at our Skype address "morehip" or +1530.554.2605. Don't have Skype? Get it - it's free!

  More Hip Than Hippie is sponsored by Greenfeet.com

  
  
  
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  More Hip Than Hippie - Third Anniversary Show
  Thu, 12 Jun 2008 22:05:00 GMT
  More Hip Than Hippie #154 - Third Anniversary Show

  Dori and Val celebrate More Hip Than Hippie's 3rd Anniversary and talk about greening your green - socially responsible investing.

  Listen closely - there's a coupod in this episode for some sweet savings at Greenfeet.com!

  Beer and Chocolate:

  

  Beer: Hop Trip Ale by Deschutes Brewery

  Chocolate: Chocolat Montignac by Cupidon Chocolatier sent in by Listener Sebastien. Thanks Sebastien!

  Hip News and Finds

  Finds:

  • For your viewing pleasure. If you're looking for some green viewing, look no further than Discovery Networks Planet Green. Planet Green is the first 24-hour cable channel devoted to living a green lifestyle.
  • A special 'tweet' for bird lovers. Whether you're an avid bird watcher or just need a break from the work day, check out Bird Cinema. It's like YouTube, but all clips of different birds in the wild.
  • A different kind of Lifesaver. The Lifesaver is the World's first portable virus-filtering water bottle, offering clean drinking water from any source. Besides being convenient on when camping, this device could help to make safe, clean drinking water available in developing countries, war zones, and disaster areas.
  Hip News:
  • Just kill off 90% of the population, that's all. A professor at the University of Texas believes he's found a solution to Earth's environmental problems: kill off 90% of the human population. Well, you can't say he isn't creative, but I think we'll keep exploring other options. . .
  • Do you still get full credit if the report is turned in late? The White House has finally released a Global Warming report, a mere four years after they were required to.

   

  Teenie Weenie Greenieā

  Smoking weeds. Tired of those pesky weeds taking over your yard? Try this this simple homemade recipe to stop them in their tracks. Start with a quart size spray bottle. Mix 1-1.5 cups of vinegar (preferably 20% acidity) and 1.5 cup dish soap. Add solution to the spray bottle and fill the rest of the way with water. Shake well. Spray directly on weeds. The vinegar kills the weeds while the dish soap holds it in place. The best time to spray is in the middle of the day.

  Socially Responsible Investing

  Putting our money where our mouth is. As we all know already, living a green lifestyle is more than recycling and bringing your own bag. Socially responsible investing grows your nest egg while supporting projects that are making the world a greener place. Check the links below for more information about how you can green your green.

  • Cause investing: Do-it-yourself giving
  • How to green your investments
  More Hip Than Hippie 3rd Anniversary Quiz

  You could win 1 of 2 totally awesome eco-friendly prize packs! We're not sure what all is in the prize pack yet, but we can promise that it will be some super fantastic stuff! Here's how you can enter:

  • Answer all the questions to the quiz below.
  • Email your answers to hip@greenfeet.com by 11:59 PM PST on Sunday, June 22, 2008.
  • Two ways to win. The FIRST person to submit all the correct answers wins a prize pack. All others who answer all the questions correctly will be entered into a drawing to win the second prize pack.

   

  More Hip Than Hippie 3rd Anniversary Quiz
  1. Name 3 items from Co-Op America's list of 21 things you didn't know you could recycle.
  2. What is the official EPA label for products designed to use less water?
  3. Val was featured as an Entrepreneur Mom in what magazine?
  4. In episode #132 "Frankenfoods", we learned about the FlavrSavr, a genetically modified:
     A. potato
     B. pig
     C. tomato
     D. mustache
  5. From episode #109 "Surviving a Dry Spell": what are the 3 types of drought?
  6. A United Nations report named which country as the best in the world in which to live?
  7. Episode #120 featured no beer. What was the reason?
  8. Which type of television uses the most power? The least power?
  9. Name 2 of the Top 10 Tips for Eco Kids.
  10. The first-ever Hipster meet-up took place in what city?
  11. Doing this wastes a cup of gas every 5 minutes. What is it?
  12. We talked with Amy Tucker, inventor of Xeko trading card game. She told us Xeko's motto is:
      A. Have fun, do good
      B. Don't worry, be happy
      C. May the force be with you
      D. Melts in your mouth, not in your hands
  13. What is the name of the energy-saving version of Google?
  14. Match the guest author with their book/magazine/website:
      1. Dan Esty
      2. Bruce Littlefield
      3. Patricia Carol Brooks
      4. Trystan Bass
      5. Jen Trolio
      6. Leah Guy

      A. Aromatherapy Thymes
      B. Yahoo! Green
      C. A Girl Named Guy
      D. Green to Gold
      E. Merry Christmas America
      F. Ready Made

  15. Name the 3 types of alternative energy covered in our series this year.
  16. Our friend One-F Jef owns the local Chico franchise of what eco-friendly business?
  17. What should you spray to keep skunks away?
  18. Name 2 concerts Dori and Val attended together this past year.
  19. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of a good night's sleep?
      A. Keep your heart healthy
      B. Bolster your memory
      C. Reduce risk of depression
      D. Freshen your breath
  20. Hipster Kati Neville wrote a book called what?
  21. WWOOF is an organization that puts travelers in touch with:
      A. organic farms
      B. their inner dog
      C. ugly singles
  22. What does rBGH stand for?
  23. Which brewing company's beers were sampled more than any other in the past year?
  24. Interior Secretary Dirk Kempthorne received the 2007 Rubber Dodo award from the Center for Biological Diversity for what stunning accomplishment?
  25. Vermicomposting involves the use of what slimy disgusting creature?
  26. Translate the following Boontling phrase into English:
      "I'm going to boarch a horn of steinber with my applehead."

  BONUS QUESTION:
  What are the names of Dori's 2 goats?

  Listener Emails

  Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

  • Cheers! Dakkar sent a link to East Green, the UK's first carbon neutral beer.
  • Super salads. Rick is a big fan of salads and wanted to share a wonderful product he discovered. The SaladSac is made from 100% cotton and preserves the freshness of your salads by wicking away moisture, so your greens stay fresh for days longer than they would in a regular plastic bag.
  • Natural flea treatments. Alison is looking for a natural flea treatment for her pooch. Val recommends checking out OnlyNaturalPet.com.
  • Roadside attraction. Cassie wanted to recommend a good pit stop for Listener Mike on his cross-country trip. Thorp Fruit Stand is near the middle of Washington state on I-90, about 50-100 miles out of Seattle. It's a huge indoor market with a wide selection of fresh fruits, produce, natural body care, and more.
  • Coral-safe sun protection. Did you know that some of the chemicals in sunscreen can bleach and kill coral reefs? Trystan did some research on this subject in her new blog post Sunscreen Safety Basics.

  Email us at hip@greenfeet.com. Don't forget to vote for us at podcastalley.com and podcastpickle.com. Send us a voice message at our Skype address "morehip" or +1530.554.2605. Don't have Skype? Get it - it's free!

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  More Hip Than Hippie - Green Your Screen
  Thu, 5 Jun 2008 20:40:00 GMT
  More Hip Than Hippie #153 - Green Your Screen

  Dori and Val are talking about how to recycle old televisions and what to look for in a new one.

  Beer and Chocolate:

  

  Beer: Kilt Lifter Scottish-Style Ale by Four Peaks Brewery in Tempe, AZ. Thanks to Michele for sending this in!

  Chocolate: Zotter Organic Beer sent in by Kellie. Thanks!

  Hip News and Finds

  Finds:

  • Swimming upstream. Chilean designer Claudia Escobar has unveiled her unusual new creation: a salmon-skin bikini.
  • That's hot. Harness the power of the sun, and always be on time, with a solar-powered watch. The Eco-Drive series by Citizen uses an ultra-thin disk of silicone under the dial that converts light into electricity to power the watch. You know your watch needs a recharge when the second hand starts to move in 2 second intervals.
  • Searching for a new mouse? Google has unveiled the new Google Recycled Mini Wireless Mouse. Available in red or blue, compact and portable, the mouse is made from recycled plastic and packaged in recycled materials. The best part? You can pick one up for just $19.20.
  • I'm molting! Scientists in New Zealand have developed a process that turns animal protein waste (the blood and feathers) into plastic.
  • Out of this world. Japanese beer company Sapporo Breweries will be testing a new brew made with barley descended from grains that traveled in outer space. Good luck getting your hands on Space Beer, as the will only be making 100 bottles.
  Hip News:
  • Look at the bright side. A recent study expects that jobs in the solar business will grow by an average of 50% over the next year.

   

  Green Your Screen

  For your viewing pleasure. In case you haven't heard, in February 2009 the United States will switch from analog to digital television signals. If you have an analog television, it will no longer work after the switch unless you have a converter box. Since so many analog televisions are facing the landfill, Dori and Val are talking about how to recycle old televisions and what to look for in a new one. Check out the links below for more information.

  • Get your TV Converter Box Coupon
  • TV recycling picking up steam
  • Which Big Box Store Recycling Program is best?
  • HDTV power consumption compared
  • The basics of TV power
  • TV power-saving tips
  • Example of calibration settings
  • TechSoup.com's TechFinder
  Listener Emails

  Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

  • Cut down on catalogs. New listener Julie recently discovered that she was receiving 45 catalogs per month. Proudly, she now receives zero catalogs per month thanks to CatalogChoice.org.
  • Number crunching. Michelle sent along an article about explains why a high cocoa number doesn't always mean higher quality.
  • You must be mistaken. Kellie was shocked when she read that Fortune Magazine rated Anheuser-Busch as America's most admired company based on quality of their products and services. I think I just threw up in my mouth a little bit.
  • Calorie counting. Michelle found Rompicollo Chocolate, a tablet of chocolate whose portions come printed with calorie counts carved directly on the surface. You choose your perfect portion!
  • Cross-country travels. Ilsa wanted to recommend KOA (Kampgrounds of America) for anyone traveling across country. They're all over the country, very clean, and very affordable.
  • Waiting to exhale. Tim found BreathingEarth.net, which is a visualization of population changes and carbon emissions.
  • The benefits of being Green & Clean. Sommer wanted to let everyone know about the launch of her new and improved website, GreenandCleanMom.org. To celebrate, Sommer will be have weekly green giveaways for the next two months. Check it out!

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  More Hip Than Hippie - Moo U
  Thu, 29 May 2008 22:18:00 GMT
  More Hip Than Hippie #152 - Moo U

  Dr. Cindy Daley, a Professor of Animal Science at Chico State and bona fide bovine expert, stops by the patio to chat with Dori and Val. Also, the triumphant return of Jillicious.

  Beer and Chocolate:

  

  Beer: Curve Ball Kolsch by Pyramid Brewing

  Chocolate: Playa del Coco by Seeds of Change. Certified organic 61% dark chocolate with coconut.

  Hip News and Finds

  

  Finds:

  • Rocking out with Rick. Dori and Val spent last Friday night rocking out at Rick Springfield Concert. The even got to go to the meet and greet!
  • Products have footprints too! The Sopris Foundation calculated the pounds of carbon dioxide used to produce and transport everyday products to your home.
  • body+soul. We have a couple of finds from the June 2008 edition of body+soul magazine.
    • Chico-based Butte Creek Brewing's Organic Porter won best dark beer in the organic beer taste test.
    • Goodwill Industries has joined forces with designer Nick Graham to create the William Good repurposed clothing line. This line aims to save 100% of unsold donated items from ending up in the landfill. Graham's team embellishes the unsold items into one-of-a-kind garments. You can buy William Good clothes at Eco Citizen Boutique.
  Hip News:
  • Putting an end to excess gas. Nine counties in the San Francisco Bay Area have instituted a fee of 4.4 cents for every ton of greenhouse gases emitted by businesses.
  • Over 1 million served. Worldwide sales of the Toyota Prius have passed the 1 million mark.
  • Coral Reefs getting burned. Sun screen lotions used by beach-goers are a major cause of coral bleaching according the European Commission.

   

  Teenie Weenie Greenieā

  Eau de Peewww! Has a skunk decided to move in a little to close your home? This week's Teenie Weenie Greenieā is to give your unwelcome (and stinky) neighbor an eviction notice and get rid of some old perfume at the same time. Not surprisingly, skunks generally avoid perfume. Cut the foot and ankle off an old nylon stocking. Take some scrap yarn, douse it in the old perfume, and tuck it inside the foot of the stocking you just cut. Tie the top in a knot and stash any place you want discourage skunks.

  Moo U

  Dr. Cindy Daley, a Professor of Animal Science at Chico State and bona fide bovine expert, stops by the patio to chat with Dori and Val. Cindy works at the University Organic Dairy Farm, more affectionately known as Moo U.

  Listener Emails

  Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

  • It's in the bag. Hilary sent along an article about Daniel Burd, an Ontario High School student who figured out how to decompose a plastic bag in just three months.
  • Meet Mrs. Bono. Dee sent along this one just for Dori. Ali Hewson, the wife of Bono of U2, has created an ethical skincare company, Nude.
  • A barrel of lies? Brian sent an article which claims that future traders are deliberately driving up the price of oil. It says that in reality, the price of oil should be closer to $70/barrel.
  • HP's Eco Solutions Program. Kellie wanted everyone to know about Hewlett-Packard's Eco Solutions Program. The program helps consumers identify HP products and initiatives designed with the planet in mind.
  • Previously loved! Jillicious discovered Gems & Jewels - The Little Green Bridal Shop. The site offers a wide selection of gorgeous, pre-loved bridal attire and accessories.
  • Rethinking how we stock our shelves. Shannyn was cleaning out her pantry a couple of weeks ago and it made her think of the Eat Green, Save Green episode of More Hip. Now she strives to buy fewer processed foods and stock her pantry shelves with fresh, local food.

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  More Hip Than Hippie - The Big O
  Wed, 21 May 2008 23:34:00 GMT
  More Hip Than Hippie #151 - The Big O

  May is Asthma Awareness month, so Dori and Val are talking the Big O aka the Ozone - get your mind out of the gutter!

  Beer and Chocolate:

  

  Beer: Blue Marble Organic Pilsner

  Chocolate: Dark Chocolate Buttons by the Chocolate Alchemist sent in by Listener Tom Collins. Thanks Tom!

  Hip News and Finds

  Finds:

  • Green Grads. The University of Washington has announced plans to create the largest environmental college in the world.
  • We need better public transportation! The U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) has launched a video contest aimed at encouraging lawmakers to better our public transportation systems. Find out more about the contest by clickinghere.
  • Harness the power of the sun! A Japanese lingerie manufacturer has created a solar powered bra.
  • Do your homework before you donate. The recent natural disasters in Myanmar and China have us all thinking how we can help. Before you send off a check, read the Donor's Guide to Global Emergencies.
  • Holy Grass-fed Cow! Enter to win a Grass-fed cow and other tasty prizes from La Cense Beef at WinAGrassFedCow.com.
  • Fashion statement. Designer Stephanie Sandstrom's EPA Dress has sensors in it that to detect the air quality of the surrounding atmosphere. Poor air quality causes the fabric to wrinkle and kink. On a clear day, the fabric lays smooth.
  Hip News:
  • Bugging out. Actress Isabella Rossellini is working with the Sundance Channel to produce a series of short films called Green Porno. Trust us, it's not what you think. In the short films, Rossellini dresses up in costumes and impersonates various small creatures doing the deed.
  • An organic frosty brew. The market for organic beer is growing according to the Organic Trade Association in Greenfield, MA.
  • Up in smoke. The Bush Administration is planning on implementing new air quality rules that would make it easier to build coal-fired power plants near national parks and wilderness areas.
  • Change of position on emissions. Despite initially supporting California's request for full or partial permission to limit tail pipe emissions, the head of the EPA has reversed himself and denied the request.

   

  Teenie Weenie Greenieā

  Ditch the doggie bag. This week's Teenie Weenie Greenieā was sent in by listener Dave. To cut down on plastic bags when you're eating fast food, tell the people at the register that you're eating in, not taking the food out. When you tell them you're eating in, there won't be a bag and you can just grab your food and go.

  The Big O

  Dori and Val are talking the Big O aka the Ozone - get your mind out of the gutter!

  • Ozone facts
  • Check your local UV Index forecast
  • Check your local Air Quality Index
  • Contact your Regional EPA Office for air program information
  • Ozone and your health
  Listener Emails

  Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

  • Listener Nev in Every Day with Rachael Ray magazine! Three new freeze ahead recipes from listener Kati's (Nev on the forum) book Fix, Freeze, Feast are featured in the June/July issue of Every Day with Rachael Ray magazine. It's on stands now, so check it out!
  • This lady puts Dori and Val to shame! Dee sent a link to a YouTube video of a woman who speaks in 21 different accents in just about 3 minutes.
  • Quench your thirst. Sandy sent along a recipe for some yummy Lavender Lemonade from his local health food store Mrs. Greens.
  • Teens making a difference. Melissa is an advisor with a Junior Achievement company program and wanted to share the great work of her kids. The high school students wanted to create a product that encourage people to live more eco-friendly. They came up with the company name Green Ambition and sold kits that include a reusable water bottle, a sample of fair trade organic coffee, a spray bottle with a recipe for a natural cleanser, soy candles, a window insulation kit, coupons for local green businesses. They've sold over 200 kits since December and even won Company of the Year at their annual Junior Achievement awards. Way to go, Hipster Heroes!

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  More Hip Than Hippie - Lean & Serene Green Caffeine
  Wed, 14 May 2008 22:43:00 GMT
  More Hip Than Hippie #150 - Lean & Serene Green Caffeine

  Dori and Val are talking about alternatives to caffeine and coffee.

  Beer and Chocolate:

  

  Beer: Aviator Red and Blackbird Stout from Flying Bison Brewing Company and sent in by listener Perry. Thanks!

  Chocolate: 1848 Dark Chocolate 86% also sent in by Perry.

  Hip News and Finds

  Finds:

  • Cork it! Check out this cool DIY cork trivet kit that gives new life to your old corks.
  • Green Toys. Greenfeet.com is now carrying Green Toys, a line of toys made from BPA-free recycled plastic and made right here in the USA! Choose from the sand play set, indoor gardening set, or cookware and dining set.
  • Present for Dori. Val brought a little present back for Dori from Vegas - a Bono signature series 25 t-shirt. 15% of the purchase proceeds will go to the Wildlife Conservation Society and the Conservation Cotton Initiative.

   

  Teenie Weenie Greenieā

  This week's Teenie Weenie Greenieā is to build your own root cellar. It will help you to extend the life of your produce. For more information on root cellars, click here.

  Lean & Serene Green Caffeine

  Dori and Val are talking about alternatives to caffeine and coffee.

  • Teeccino- a blend of herbs, grains, fruits, and nuts that are roasted and ground to brew and taste just like coffee.
  • Choice Organic Teas
  • Guayaki Organic Yerba Mate
  Listener Emails

  Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

  • Show your support! Listener Doug needs your support! He is participating in the relay for the life and raising money for cancer research in memory of his Mother-in-law who passed away this December. Support a great cause and donate by clicking here.
  • It's getting hot in here! Katie just found out about a new eco-friendly way to heat your house instead of a radiator or electric baseboard heating - infrared heating. Redwell Infrared Heating sells giant ceramic tiles fitted with infrared heating elements.
  • Eating crow. Jay sent along an article about flocks of crows are causing blackouts in Japan.
  • Cart friendly. Onawa had a couple of links to share. The first is for Cart Helpers, reusable bags designed to fit inside your shopping cart. Also be sure to check out her blog.
  • Shout out! Thanks to Jen for mentioning More Hip on her blog, New Green Mama.
  • Strip! Lottie wanted to recommend the SmartStrip surge protector. It saves energy by turning off your computer and peripherals even if you forget.
  • Mulching. New Listener Sarah wanted everyone to know about cocoa shell mulch.

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  More Hip Than Hippie - A Chat with Dr. Sustainability
  Wed, 7 May 2008 19:20:00 GMT
  More Hip Than Hippie #149 - A Chat with Dr. Sustainability

  Mark Stemen, head of the Sustainability program at California State University, Chico stops by to chat with Dori and Val about phantom loads.

  Beer and Chocolate:

  

  Beer: Red Rocket Pale Ale by Bristol Brewing Company sent in by lurker and long time listener Michael. Thanks Michael!

  Chocolate: 3400 Phinney collection from TheoChocolate.com

  Hip News and Finds

  Finds:

  • Don't have a cow, man! Following through their commitment to the environment, Universal Studios is utilizing green technology in the new 'The Simpsons Ride'.
  • A hairy commitment. Or not so harry if you think about it. On Earth Day in an attempt to draw attention to the dangers of deforestation, Harrison Ford had his chest waxed on Access Hollywood. Ford is the vice chair of the global environmental group Conservation International.
  Hip News:
  • Heavy lead. The EPA is pushing for tougher standards regarding airborne lead. They believe that the current allowable concentrations do not adequately protect the public, especially children.
  • Chemical corruption? Mary Gade, top Midwest administrator for the EPA, resigned amid internal fights over chemical contamination near Dow Chemical's headquarters in Michigan. Gade told the Chicago Tribune she was forced to resign after drawing attention to Dow's actions.
  • Gasp! Dirty air! The American Lung Association has come out with a report card ranking air quality across America.

   

  Teenie Weenie Greenieā

  This week's Teenie Weenie Greenieā is to take a five minute walk around your house and unplug any appliances that aren't being used regularly - think cell phone charges, blenders, etc. This will cut off phantom loads and save you money on your energy bill.

  A Chat with Dr. Sustainability

  Mark Stemen, head of the Sustainability program at California State University, Chico stops by to chat with Dori and Val about phantom loads. If you have any questions for Mark, you can email him at m.stemen@csuchico.edu.

  • Calculate your home's phantom load
  • Is a 'Phantom' Stealing Your Electricity?
  Listener Emails

  Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

  • Cut out the clip. Jillicious sent a link to a video that shows how to close bags without using a clip.
  • Kids take a stand! One of the main industries in Cassi's community is chlorine and chemical manufacturing. She recently attended a public forum held by community members and biologists from Oceana.org urging the Olin, TN facility to reduce or eliminate the use of mercury in the production of their chemicals. Cassi's sons were so inspired that they decided to start educating their classmates and teachers about the problem and even created a petition. Unfortunately, the school's administration squashed their efforts as not to offend the chemical company which "does a great deal to support the school". Hrmph. We applaud the efforts of Cassi's sons and urge them to keep up the good work! Click here learn more about mercury pollution from chemical production and what you can do to help.

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  More Hip Than Hippie - Talkin' Trash
  Thu, 1 May 2008 19:34:00 GMT
  More Hip Than Hippie #148 - Talkin Trash

  Bill Mannel, Manager of the Solid Waste program at our local Public Works Facility, stops by to talk about what really happens to waste that ends up in the landfill.

  Beer and Chocolate:

  

  Beer: Oregon Honey Beer by MacTarnahan's Brewing Company

  Chocolate: A selection of goodies from IgnaFire Chocolates sent in by Clara. Thanks Clara!

  Hip News and Finds

  Finds:

  • Recycling cell phones. Learn about how to recycle your old cell phone.
  • Tread lightly. Outfit your car with environmentally responsible tires.
  • Plucking perfection. Check out the Tweezerman Go Green Mini Slant Tweezers. For every one purchased, Tweezerman will donate $1.00 to the National Arbor Foundation.
  Hip News:
  • A green AFTER-life. A green burial means you'll minimize your footprint on this planet even after you've passed on.
  • Makes us wonder. . Kellie sent along an article that questions if big high-tech companies are green hypocrites.

   

  Teenie Weenie Greenieā

  This week's Teenie Weenie Greenieā comes from Gorgeously Green by Sophie Uliano. It's a recipe for a homemade natural insecticide for your garden. Fill a reusable spray bottle with tap water and 1/2 cup of liquid castille soap (like Dr. Bronners). Shake it up and spray in your garden to repel aphids and other nasty bugs. For a stronger solution, add 3 cloves of minced garlic and let it sit for 1 hour before spraying.

   

  Talkin' Trash

  Bill Mannel, Manager of the Solid Waste program at our local Public Works Facility, stops by to talk about what really happens to waste that ends up in the landfill. Listen in as they talk about what types of waste can and cannot go into the landfill.

  Listener Emails

  Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

  • Rubber duckie, you're the one! Catherine sent a link to fabulously phthalate-free rubber duckie.
  • Beer Festival! Patrick wanted everyone to know about the World Beer Festival being held in North Carolina.
  • Get your green, daily. Big thanks to Shawn, a writer for GreenDaily.com, for an awesome review of More Hip Than Hippie.
  • Bike to work week. If you're looking for a Bike to Work Week event near you, James recommends checking out BiketoWorkWeek.org.
  • Food is expensive, Eh? Jay sent a link to an article about how the rising price of grain is causing food prices in Canada to climb higher and higher.
  • Green Books for Green Living. Listener Angela wanted to let everyone know about a great company that she works for, EcoBrain.com. It's an online retailer of eBooks about the environment and eco-friendly living.
  • Good news, bad news. Brian sent along several links, so let's start with the good news first. A recent study shows that eating chocolate can lower your cholesterol. Now for the bad news: Shell Oil is projecting that the demand for oil is going to outstrip production by 2015. For more information, check out this interview and lecture with the head of Shell Oil.

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  More Hip Than Hippie - Pedal Power
  Thu, 24 Apr 2008 22:52:00 GMT
  More Hip Than Hippie #147 - Pedal Power

  It's bike to work week, so Dori and Val talk about the benefits of biking.

  Beer and Chocolate:

  

  Beer: Hop Ottin' IPA from Anderson Valley Brewing Company. Check out Boontling, a type of slang used in the Anderson Valley.

  Chocolate: Dark Blueberry Fully Loaded bar by Hebert's Candies.

  Hip News and Finds

  Finds:

  • Green browsing. Flock has launched the Eco-Edition Browser, offering a wide variety of environmental content.
  • If you live in Oregon. . The Oregon Environmental Council has listings for eco-healthy childcare.
  • Shout out! Thanks to the Green & Clean Mom and Motorcycling Through Life blogs for mentioning More Hip!
  Hip News:
  • A lot of hot air. The Bush administration is urging the federal appeals court to set aside a ruling that gave states the authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Drink it up. Nalegene will stop using plastic containing BPA in response to the recent concerns raised by the National Toxicology Program.

   

  Teenie Weenie Greenieā

  This week's Teenie Weenie Greenieā comes from Katherine in Barstow, California. Instead of using cotton balls, Katherine cuts an unused sponge into cubes. Just rinse them out when you're finished. They work just as well and reduce your waste.

  Pedal Power

  Steve O'Brian, owner of Pullins Cyclery here in Chico, stops by to talk with Dori and Val about the ins and outs of biking. Check out the links below for more tips and info.

  • How to buy the right bike for you
  • Essential bike commuter gear
  • Top 5 reasons to ride a bike
  • Better World Club bicycle roadside assistance
  Listener Emails

  Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

  • Recycling school lunch trays. Charlotte wrote in about RecycleTech, a company that created a process that recycles polystyrene lunch trays into plastic that can be used to make CD jewel cases and more.
  • Forks, knives, and spoons, Oh my! Sara is looking for a good alternative to disposable plastic utensils. Val recommends stainless steel cutlery or bamboo cutlery.

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  More Hip Than Hippie - Greenie Meets Weenie
  Wed, 16 Apr 2008 17:26:00 GMT
  More Hip Than Hippie #146 - Greenie Meets Weenie

  Global warming is a hoax? Sure, and I'm the Queen of England. Dori and Val discuss dealing with skeptics.

  Beer and Chocolate:

  

  Beer: Blackberry Blonde by Etna Brewing Co.

  Chocolate: Climate Change Chocolate by Bloomsberry & Company. It's 55% dark chocolate and for every bar purchased, TerraPass will purchase 133 lbs of verified carbon offsets. Go ahead, have your chocolate and eat it too!

  Hip News and Finds

  Finds:

  • Green travels. Next time you're looking to book an eco-conscious vacation, check out the Green Travel Hub at RezHub.com. Hotels are given green scores of 1-5 branches based on how eco-friendly they are.
  • Take a good long soak. Snorkel.com offers customers red-cedar spas heated by an underwater stove, so you take a long, hot bath without with using all the energy.
  • For your viewing pleasure. Check out EarthDayTV.net.
  • We'll drink to that! If you live in the Northeast US, next year you'll want to do your taxes with Tavern Tax. For 10 weeks each year before the tax deadline, you can make appointment at your local tavern to have your taxes done by a certified CPA. You can have a beer while they take care of your taxes.
  • Permaculture Magazine. Win one of 100 free one year online subscriptions to Permaculture Magazine by recommend a community/project who you think they should support.
  • Shout outs! Thanks to the YoGeek Workout Blog and ecochick shopping blog for mentioning More Hip Than Hippie and Greenfeet.com.
  Hip News:
  • Go big or go home! The Palazzo Las Vegas has been named the largest green building in the world and given a Silver LEED Certification by the U.S. Green Building Council.
  • Ski green. The Mt. Bachelor ski resort will start purchasing 100% of its power from renewable energy sources beginning in June of this year.

   

  Teenie Weenie Greenieā

  This week's Teenie Weenie Greenieā is to start a dialogue with 5 people about Earth Day. Talk about what Earth Day means to them and share what you're doing to make the planet a better place.

  When Greenie Meets Weenie

  Dori and Val talk about dealing with skeptics. Check out the links below for information and tools for talking with skeptics.

  • The We Campaign from Al Gore's Alliance for Climate Protection
  • Climate Change: a skeptic's guide from the ThinkingShift blog
  • Answers to Global Warming Skeptics
  • How to Talk to a Climate Skeptic from Grist.org
  • Global Warming Myths and Facts
  • Climate Myths
  Listener Emails

  Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

  • Let is all hang out. Dot wanted everyone to know that April 19th is National Hanging Out Day, a day to encourage people to line dry their clothes.
  • Cool down. Brandi wanted to recommend the Futuregirl blog that has some great tips for keeping your house cool when you live on the high level floors of a building.
  • Yahoo! for Earth Day. Trystan wanted to spread the word about Yahoo!'s Earth Day Campaign. They have partnered with FreeCycle and are encouraging people to check out the FreeCycle by hiding Earth-friendly prizes in random reuse groups. Check it out and you could win a Smart Car, organic food delivery, and other green products.
  • A Message from the Earth. Colin and Carrick have made another amazing video entitled "Message from the Earth'. It's a wonderful video with an important message.
  • Diaper duty. Liz wanted to let all the new parents out there know about Fleurville.com, which makes awesome diaper bags that are PVC free.
  • Green product reviews. Christina wants everyone to check out the beta for Huddler.com, a website with green product reviews.
  • A new web series from Sundance Channel. Lindsey wanted everyone to know about an upcoming original web series, The Good Fight.
  • Plastic bottles bad for boobies! Brian sent an article about how BPA from plastic bottles has been linked to breast cancer.

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  More Hip Than Hippie - The Dirty Dozen
  Thu, 10 Apr 2008 22:09:00 GMT
  More Hip Than Hippie #145 - The Dirty Dozen

  Dori and Val delve into the Dirty Dozen - twelve unhealthy products you should avoid.

  Out with the old, in with the new! Dori and Val have relocated to a new patio with new equipment. There is still some tweaking to do as they get settled, so please bear with us! Thanks!

  Beer and Chocolate:

  

  Beer: Wolaver's Certified Organic Oatmeal Stout

  Chocolate:Organic Mint Dark Chocolate 72% by the Organic Seed & Bean Company

  Hip News and Finds

  Finds:

  • From our cold, dead hands! If you weren't already convinced that global warming was a problem, now our beer is at risk. Global warming is making it increasingly difficult to grow barley, which could drive up the price of beer over the coming years.
  • Dumpster diving minus the dumpster. VDumpsters.com is a website that allows users to create a virtual dumpster and upload items for other people to search and claim - all for free!
  Hip News:
  • Toys 'R' Green? Toys 'R' Us has launched a new line of environmentally friendly toys.
  • Cup of joe? Wal-Mart has introduced a new line of organic, Rainforest Alliance and fair trade certified coffees.

   

  Teenie Weenie Greenieā

  This week's Teenie Weenie Greenieā is to follow these tips to extend the life of your rechargeable batteries and devices.

  1. Avoid extremes. Rechargeable devices work best at normal room temperature.
  2. Don't overcharge. Set a timer when charging your batteries so they don't overcharge.
  3. Discharge before storing. Before storing rechargeable batteries for an extended period of time, make sure to fully drain them.
  4. Store in cool conditions. Temperatures below 80 degrees Fahrenheit are best.
  5. Cool down. Allow batteries to cool for 30 minutes before recharging.

   

  The Dirty Dozen

  Dori and Val talk about discuss The Dirty Dozen: 12 Products You Should Avoid, an article from Lighterfootstep.com. The list details twelve unhealthy or resource-intensive products that you should consider reducing or eliminating from your life completely.

  For alternatives to some of the products listed in the Dirty Dozen, stop by Greenfeet.com!

  • bambu Veneerware compostable plates and utensils
  • Rechargeable batteries
  • Eco-friendly pest control
  • Natural house cleaners

   

  Listener Emails

  Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

  • Help make a better world. Sandy wanted to let everyone know about BetterWorld.com, a website that works with libraries to resell books and then donate the money to fund literacy programs around the world.
  • Looking for a green car? Chris is a fan of GreenAuto.com, a resource for information on all the types of cars.
  • Square watermelons. Maile heard about the square watermelons on last week's show and wanted to pass along Instructables.com, which has directions for growing your own square watermelons.
  • Green Career. Chibnik is a fan of Green Career Central for help on her search to find a green career.
  • Number what? Shayna sent along an awesome article that explains what each of the plastic recycling symbols mean.
  • Dude! Dell's gone green! Big Ed sent an article about how Dell's 2.1 million sq. ft. campus is now running on green energy.
  • Just for Val. Josh found the perfect website for pronunciation-challenged Val. Forvo.com has audio snippets of people saying different words so you can hear how they sound. He also sent a link to an article about how 18 states are suing the EPA over emissions. Finally, he recommends the Publik House restaurant, voted the 2005 #1 beer bar in America.
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  More Hip Than Hippie - CSA to Z
  Thu, 3 Apr 2008 20:24:00 GMT
  
  More Hip Than Hippie #144 - CSA to Z

  Beer and Chocolate:

  

  Beer: Sierra Nevada Summerfest

  Chocolate: Perugina Bittersweet Chocolate Bar 60%

  Hip News and Finds

  Finds:

  • Xerox has come up with a calculator that helps companies reduce energy used by printers, copiers, and other technology. The calculator considers factors like the type of print cartridge, print color, speed, and number of pages printed per month.
  Hip News:
  • Here fishy, fishy. Scientists are testing Pavlov's theory out in a slightly different environment: under water. Scientists will try to train fish to catch themselves by swimming into a net when they hear a tone that signals feeding time.
  • "Green" Eggs. Do the eggs you eat from happy hens, roaming freely on a open range? Probably not. Most eggs come from confined animal feeding operations (CAFO's) in which thousands of hens are confined in small spaces. With a little research, you can ensure you're eating eggs from hens that treated humanely.
  • Urban Decay The city of Boston is looking to build an urban, indoor composting facility. In addition to reducing the carbon emissions generated by transporting the waste outside the city, the facility would also utilize the methane from the decomposing waste to generate electricity.

   

  Teenie Weenie Greenieā

  This week's Teenie Weenie Greenieā was inspired by Earth Hour. Make a commitment to dine by candle light once a week. You'll enjoy the time spent bonding with friends and family - and use less energy while you're at it!

  CSA to Z

  Lee and Francine from our local CSA stop by the patio to chat with Dori and Val. They work at GRUB, which stands for Growing Resourcefully Uniting Bellies, which delivers a box of locally grown, organic produce by bike to your home each week. GRUB sets aside 25% of the veggies for low-income families at reduced or no cost. If you have any questions for Lee or Francine, you can email them at grubchico@yahoo.com.

  Listener Emails

  Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

  • Going batty. Nikki wrote in for advice to attract bats to her bat house. Pick up your own Bat House at Greenfeet.com.
  • Thar she blows. Alex sent along a cool article about how some French wine will be transported as far as Canada by three-masted 19th century sail boats.
  • Equal opportunity growing. Brian sent a news story about a study that shows identical crop yields from organically grown foods and those grown non-organically.
  • The Fringe. Jay sent a link to his new forum, The Fringe. It's for people who want to eat food that is environmentally conscious, animal friendly, but not necessarily always vegetarian.
  • The wonders of biodiesel. Kellie sent a link with the Top 15 Unexpected Uses for Biodiesel.
  • She's not the brightest bulb. . . Sven sent an article about how Rep. Michele Bachmann of Minnesota has introduced the "Light Bulb Freedom of Choice Act". The bill seeks to repeal the nationwide phase-out of conventional light bulbs.
  • A mystery. James sent a link to an article about the mystery of global warming's missing heat.

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  More Hip Than Hippie - Save the Earth, Save Cash
  Wed, 26 Mar 2008 22:11:00 GMT
  More Hip Than Hippie #143 - Save the Earth, Save Cash

  Dori and Val talk about how you can save some cash while you save the Earth. There's a coupod in this episode so listen closely!

  Beer and Chocolate:

  

  Beer: Censored Rich Copper Ale by Lagunitas Brewing Company

  Chocolate: Organic Dark Chocolate with Orange and Fig by Seeds of Change

  Hip News and Finds

  Finds:

  • Hipster Hero. Christine wanted to everyone to know about her Hipster Hero, Dan Phillips. Dan set out to house the working poor by keeping usable building materials out of the landfill. He builds houses of a town's discarded materials.
  • Squares only. Japanese farmers have started growing square watermelons, which are space-saving in small Japanese groceries. To get the square shape, farmers simply grow the watermelons in a square box.
  • Go fly a kite! Beluga Skysails, a commercial cargo ship, completed their first trip using giant kites as auxiliary power. The shipping company plans to give 20% of the fuel savings directly to the crew as an incentive.
  • Want to win 10 million dollars? The Progressive Automotive X Prize international competition is designed to inspire a new generation of viable, super fuel-efficient vehicles. The winner gets a $10 million prize purse.
  Hip News:
  • Bushwhacked. President Bush has ordered the EPA to weaken new Ozone standards.
  • Soak up the sun. Several companies are investigating the use of solar cells built into US roads to create energy.
  • Simply Green. JCPenney joined up with Danny Seo to create their new private label Simply Green, eco-friendly merchandise from apparel to home accessories.
  • Hannah Lead-tana. The Center for Environmental Health has reported high levels of lead found in a series of Hannah Montana products sold at Wal-Mart.
  • Green Madness. 24 schools in the NCAA men's basketball tournament have signed the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment, pledging to go carbon neutral.

   

  Teenie Weenie Greenieā

  This week's Teenie Weenie Greenieā comes from Cassi and is a great way to reduce your electricity usage. She took outlet covers and covered one or more outlets in most of the pair or quad outlets in the high use areas around her house. Rather than have her toaster, coffee maker, and cell phone charger all plugged in at once, it forces her to make a choice and plug in one or the other. It also cuts down on the things she has to go around unplugging when they are leaving the house for an extended period of time.

  Save the Earth, Save Cash

  Dori and Val talk about how you can save some cash while you go green. For more tips check out Michael Bluejay's tips for saving electricity and The Green Guide. Be sure to surf by Greenfeet.com to find some of the products mentioned in the show!

  • Eco-friendly Lighting
  • Deodorant Stone
  • RoadRunner low flow showerhead
  • Happy to Serve You reusable coffee mug
  • Stainless Steel Coffee Mug
  • Air Filter Whistle
  Listener Emails

  Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

  • Calling all Aussies! Mark in Perth, Western Australia wanted to let all the other Aussies out there know about Choice.com.au. It's a website that tests the performance and energy efficiency of different products.
  • Doug sent along an article about mercury in CFL's.
  • Get your blog on. Check out Myssi's blog at Smartdame.blogspot.com.

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  More Hip Than Hippie - Sanitation Hits the Fan
  Wed, 19 Mar 2008 23:18:00 GMT
  More Hip Than Hippie #142 - Sanitation Hits the Fan

  Beer and Chocolate:

  

  Beer: Butte Creek Organic Hop IPA

  Chocolate: Equal Exchange Organic Very Dark Chocolate 71%

  Hip News and Finds

  Finds:

  • Music to our ears. A recent article from the New York Times featured 2 styles of eco-friendly MP3 players.
  Hip News:
  • The Queen of Green. In her annual Commonwealth Day message, Queen Elizabeth urged the 2 billion people that comprise the Commonwealth to come together in defense of the environment.
  • Put me in Coach. Major League Baseball has announced the creation of a Team Greening Program. The program coordinates environmentally sound practices pursued by each team in the league.

   

  Teenie Weenie Greenieā

  This week's Teenie Weenie Greenieā is to create your own lending library at work. Set aside a shelf or box where employees can bring in books they've finished reading.

  Sanitation Hits the Fan

  With World Water Day just around the corner (March 22), Dori and Val talk about water and sanitation. Find out more about this topic by checking out the links below.

  • Investing in Sanitation is a Gold Mine
  • 10 Things You Need to Know About Sanitation
  • Sanitation and Hygiene Improvement Training
  • International Year of Sanitation 2008
  • WASH-In-School Initiative
  Val's Trip to LA

  Recently, Val took a trip down to Los Angeles for a trade show. Check below for other links from Val's trip.

  • Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market
  • Fresh & Easy Market environmental statement
  • Belmont Brewing

   

  Listener Emails

  

  Once again, we have a bunch of great listener emails. Keep 'em rolling in at hip@greenfeet.com. And don't forget to post articles, links, and speak your mind at our MHTH forum!

  • Baby Blues. Rachel in Texas sent along one of her favorite comic strips (above), Baby Blues.
  • Taking ownership. Kellie sent in a great chart from the Consumerist.com that outlines which major food corporations own which organic brands.
  • An OASIS. Kristi was excited to hear about the creation of OASIS, the first standard to certify organic cosmetics in the US.
  • Fossil Fool's. Michelle had a laugh when she heard about Co-Op America's Fossil Fool of the Year. Place your vote for the worst Fossil Fool of the year and you could win a year's worth of renewable energy credits.

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  More Hip Than Hippie - Eco-friendly Fridge
  Wed, 12 Mar 2008 20:37:00 GMT
  More Hip Than Hippie #141 - Eco-friendly Fridge

  Beer and Chocolate:

  

  Beer: Full Sail LTD

  Chocolate: Chocolove Organic Dark Chocolate 61% Cocoa Content

  Hip News and Finds

  Finds:

  • No bones about it. Ellen DeGeneres recently purchased Halo, a well known natural pet food company, and plans to produce her own brand of pet food. You can learn more about the company at HaloPets.com.
  • A cut above. One product that will definitely be on all our wish lists this year is the Husqvarna Automower, the world's first solar/electric hybrid robot lawnmower.
  Hip News:
  • Off to a promising start. Infinia, a clean energy start up company, has raised $50 million in financing to further develop their clean energy technology. The utility-scale renewable energy technology combines a Stirling engine (which converts heat into electricity) with a large solar collector.
  • You might be blown away. Denmark-based Vestas Wind Systems, the world's largest wind-turbine maker, officially opened its first U.S. manufacturing plant just outside of Windsor, Colorado.
  • Coal cool down. Grist.org has a great article that brings together several threads into what they call a web of Really Bad News for coal.
  • Energy Star cleans up washers. Energy Star will be beefing up the standards ofor washing machines.
  Teenie Weenie Greenie™

  This week's Teenie Weenie Greenie™ was sent in by Malie in Germany. She wanted to recommend