“Trashed” Examines Global Waste
As part of the “Reel Pieces” movie series at the 92Y in New York City, Annette Insdorf hosted Jeremy Irons in a screening of Trashed. Irons, the executive producer of the film, also takes on the role of citizen-journalist narrator. Along with director Candida Brady, they explore the issue of global waste—and how each individual [...]
A Conversation with Painter Kendall Shaw
New York City has been home to many well known artists who have played a role in the story of 20th Century art. In a four-story brownstone in Park Slope, Brooklyn—a block from Prospect Park—I was able to sit down and speak with painter Kendall Shaw. At 88 years old, he may have slowed down, [...]
Virginia’s Wayne Powell: An Environmental Profile In Courage
“This week we are reminded of the power of nature. This is not a science fiction movie. This is now. If we don’t implement a real renewable energy policy, this will not be the end of the ‘superstorms’ in our country and the world, but the beginning.”
Meditation: Sarah McLean’s Perfect Antidote to Stress
The scientific findings show that meditation helps the neurons in the brain to develop new connections, regardless of an individual’s age.
“The Koch Brothers Exposed” – A Conversation with Robert Greenwald
In his new film, “The Koch Brothers Exposed,” director Robert Greenwald examines the pervasive influence of David and Charles Koch on the American fabric of life.
Dayle Haddon Models a New Paradigm of Beauty
Determined to open a conversation on defining beauty differently, Haddon’s question was, “What are the components of beauty?”
Regina Yau: Founder of The Pixel Project
Yau is determined to raise global awareness about violence against women and girls.
“Blood and Gifts” – A Conversation with Playwright J.T. Rogers
“Blood and Gifts,” a play by J.T. Rogers, creates a full overview of the issues and choices that were the precursors to our current situation in Afghanistan.
“Becoming Ginger Rogers” – How Patrice Tanaka Found Her Joy
Tanaka told me that she had written the book to help others and to communicate the key message, “Pursue your joy with a sense of urgency. Live out full and fiercely today with no regrets.”
Dr. Robert D. Bullard: Justice For Our Children
I reached out to Bullard for an overview on the evolution of the Environmental Justice movement, which has served as a prism through which to examine policy based on race, environment, and waste.
The Jump Rope Line by Marcia G. Yerman is included in the new Seal Press anthology Dancing at the Shame Prom.
