In this urgent special episode of Regenerative Mindset , Stacy speaks with environmental champions Linda Krop and Alex Katz from the Environmental Defense Center. Together, they unpack the critical legal battle unfolding around the proposed restart of the Sable pipeline—an aging and corroded offshore oil line responsible for the devastating 2015 spill that coated the California coast. With the California Coastal Commission holding a rare public hearing this Thursday, the stakes couldn’t be highe...
Apr 08, 2025•18 min
In this special re-release of Regenerative Mindset, I am joined by Rodger Savory, a globally recognized expert in holistic land management. With decades of experience restoring ecosystems across Africa, Canada, Australia, and the U.S., Rodger has pioneered innovative techniques like “biological carpeting” to regenerate soil and combat desertification. In our conversation, Rodger explains how understanding the interconnectedness of ecosystems is essential to healing our planet. We dive into the r...
Feb 27, 2025•1 hr 8 min
In this episode of Regenerative Mindset, I have a conversation with Laurel Phillips, licensed midwife, director of the Santa Barbara Birth Center, and owner of Santa Barbara Midwifery. With decades of experience in maternal healthcare, Laurel has been a steadfast advocate for midwifery-led births, ensuring that families have access to safe, holistic, and embodied birth experiences. Laurel shares her journey from an early fascination with childbirth to becoming a leader in the field, assisting at...
Feb 06, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 4Ep. 8
In this episode of Regenerative Mindset , I am joined by the remarkable Victoria Riskin, an accomplished writer, producer, psychologist, and human rights advocate who has spent her life using storytelling to inform, empower, and create positive change. From serving as president of the Writers Guild of America West to co-founding Human Rights Watch councils in both Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, Vicki has continuously championed justice, creativity, and sustainability. After losing her home in th...
Jan 30, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 4Ep. 7
In this episode of Regenerative Mindset , I sit down with Katherine Whitecloud, a revered community leader, knowledge keeper, and advocate from Wipazoka Wakpa Dakota Nation. Chosen at just 16 years old to represent her community, Katherine has spent over three decades serving as a spokesperson and leader in various roles, including Chief, Director of Education, CEO for the Assembly of First Nations, and Regional Chief of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs. Her life’s work is dedicated to ensuring t...
Jan 23, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Season 4Ep. 6
In this episode of Regenerative Mindset, I sit down with William Peters, a renowned psychotherapist, bestselling author of "At Heaven's Door," and founder of the Shared Crossing Project. William is a global leader in shared death studies, dedicated to transforming our understanding of death and dying through education and awareness of extraordinary end-of-life experiences. William shares profound insights from his groundbreaking work, including his own near-death experiences and his research on ...
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Season 4Ep. 5
In this episode of Regenerative Mindset, I’m joined by Alex Katz, Executive Director, and Linda Krop, Chief Counsel of the Environmental Defense Center (EDC). For over 30 years, EDC has been at the forefront of environmental advocacy, relentlessly fighting to protect California’s Central Coast from ecological threats and corporate overreach. During our conversation, Alex and Linda delve into the unique environmental challenges facing Santa Barbara, an area once described by FDR as the Galápagos ...
Jan 09, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 4
In this special re-airing of Regenerative Mindset , I sit down with Paul Fraser, a dedicated teacher and practitioner of medical Qigong with nearly three decades of experience. As we enter the holiday season, we’re revisiting this conversation because it offers a perfect reset and an invitation to reconnect with balance, energy, and nature. Over three decades of intensive study and practice, Paul has cultivated a deep understanding of Qigong, an ancient system that harmonizes the flow of Qi — th...
Dec 19, 2024•49 min
In this episode of Regenerative Mindset , I sit down with Dr. Uma Naidoo, a Harvard-trained nutritional psychiatrist, bestselling author, and the Director of Nutritional, Lifestyle, and Metabolic Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Naidoo has pioneered the first and only hospital-based nutritional psychiatry training in the U.S. and is at the forefront of a growing movement that integrates food and mental health. Dr. Naidoo discusses her innovative approach to mental well-being, wh...
Dec 12, 2024•58 min•Season 4Ep. 3
In this episode, I sit down with Salvador Dominguez, an avocado ranch owner, labor contractor, and global industry expert whose story embodies passion, innovation, and community impact. Born in Jalisco, Mexico, Sal immigrated to the U.S. as a child, and got his first job as a ranch laborer at Limoneira Ranch. He shares his journey from immigrant farmworker to successful avocado grower and industry leader, including serving as Chair of the Hass Avocado Board and California Avocado Commission. We ...
Dec 05, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 2
In this special episode of The Regenerative Mindset , I sit down with my greatest cheerleader, sailing mate, and favorite 97-year-old, my dad, Hugh Warnock. With his unique optimism and wisdom earned over nearly a century, Hugh reflects on a life rich in love, resilience, and adventure. He shares stories from his Los Angeles childhood, including growing up in a family of six, his memorable runaway attempt with his dog Boy, and discovering a deep spiritual connection in the Sierra Nevada mountain...
Nov 21, 2024•54 min•Season 4Ep. 1
We won’t be airing an episode this week as I take some time to reflect on my mom’s passing and the current challenges we’re all facing. Next week, I’m thrilled to bring you a very special episode featuring my dad in a conversation that I know will be meaningful to many of you. Thank you for all the support, light, and encouragement you continue to share with me and I'm looking forward to reconnecting next week!
Nov 14, 2024•2 min
In this episode, I’m joined by Sara Guillermo, CEO of IGNITE, the largest and most diverse young women's non-partisan leadership organization in the U.S. Sara’s journey from immigrant to first-generation college graduate to leader of IGNITE is an inspiring story of resilience, opportunity and advocacy. As a youth organizer and educator, she shares her passion for empowering the next generation of women to step into leadership roles, run political campaigns, and create policy that reflects their ...
Oct 31, 2024•58 min•Season 3Ep. 8
In this episode, we speak with Gwyn Lurie, CEO and Executive Editor of the Montecito Journal Media Group and co-founder of The Giving List Women. She has worn many hats throughout her remarkable career including journalist, producer, screenwriter, and community leader. Gwyn began her career at ABC News, where she produced the award-winning documentary "Voices from the Attic" capturing her family’s history during the Holocaust. Today, Gwyn’s mission focuses on building impactful, intersectional p...
Oct 24, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 7
In this episode, I am honored to host Dr. Carmen Blackwood, an Earth Scientist at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory and the visionary Founder and CEO of EarthRise LLC. Carmen’s 15-year career at JPL has focused on impactful projects like the GRACE satellite mission, analyzing the interconnections of our planet’s natural forces, and redefining how we understand Earth's changing climate. After a serendipitous and paradigm-shifting study into Permaculture, Carmen founded EarthRise, LLC which is comm...
Oct 17, 2024•51 min•Season 3Ep. 6
In this episode, I sit down with the legendary Pat Mitchell, whose titles include but are not limited to having been the first woman president and CEO of PBS, CNN Productions, and the Paley Center for Media, as well as the founder and editorial director of TEDWomen. Pat shares her remarkable journey in the media industry, breaking down barriers while garnering more than 35 Emmy and Peabody awards. Pat is currently focused on creating a climate safe world with Project Dandelion, a women-led globa...
Oct 10, 2024•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 5
In this powerful episode Dr. Victor Rios, MacArthur Foundation Chair, and renowned Professor of Sociology at UC Santa Barbara, draws from his own life experience on the streets of Oakland as a high school dropout and juvenile delinquent to a PhD at UC Berkeley, ultimately becoming a leading voice in youth advocacy. His remarkable story and research are featured in the acclaimed documentary The Pushouts ; which aired nationally on PBS, and his impactful TED Talk, "Help for kids the education syst...
Oct 03, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 3Ep. 4
In this insightful episode, we are joined by Mickey Trescott, M.Sc., a leading expert in holistic nutrition and autoimmune disease management. Mickey is the author of several best-selling books, including The Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook and The Nutrient-Dense Kitchen. With a Master’s in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine, she has helped shape the autoimmune protocol (AIP) movement through her blog and podcast, Autoimmune Wellness. During our conversation, Mickey dives deep into the science be...
Sep 26, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 3
In this episode, we’re joined by Zainab Salbi, Co-founder of Daughters for Earth, a movement dedicated to supporting women-led climate solutions. Zainab’s incredible journey includes founding Women for Women International and receiving the Times100 Impact Award in 2023. She is also a best-selling author and humanitarian. Zainab shares powerful insights from her life, including a near-death experience that shifted her outlook and strengthened her connection to nature. She discusses the pivotal ro...
Sep 19, 2024•59 min•Season 3Ep. 2
In this enlightening episode, we are honored to welcome Katherine Spillar, Executive Director of the Feminist Majority Foundation and Executive Editor of Ms. Magazine , the trailblazing publication that has been at the forefront of the feminist movement for over 50 years. As a founding member of the Feminist Majority Foundation, Kathy has played a pivotal role in advancing women's rights both in the United States and around the world since 1987. Her leadership has been instrumental in shaping th...
Sep 12, 2024•56 min•Season 3Ep. 1
After two seasons of growth and learning with Regenerative Spaces , it's time for a shift—starting with the name. I'm relaunching the podcast as Regenerative Mindset to better reflect its evolving focus. The new title highlights a key theme: that real climate change starts from within. Our conversations have always centered on regeneration and renewal, but now the urgency to contribute to a thriving future feels stronger than ever. In the past seasons, I've spoken with trailblazers in local poli...
Sep 05, 2024•2 min
In this special episode, we are excited to welcome back Minka Robinson Stevens, L.Ac , a renowned expert in East Asian Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture. Minka's deep-rooted passion for botany, nutrition, and herbal medicine began in the foothills of Santa Barbara, where she grew up foraging for edible and medicinal native plants. With an extensive background that includes Pediatrics, nearly twenty years specializing in Dermatology, and founding a natural skincare company, Minka brings a wealth of...
Jul 31, 2024•42 min
Eric Nagelmann plays with plants like an artist plays with paints. Now an acclaimed landscape designer whose vision has been incorporated into everything from humble gardens to palatial estates, Eric was once just a boy who fell in love with plants. As he puts it, there is something magical about laying the groundwork for life that takes unexpected twists and turns. Stacy has known Eric ever since crossing paths in a garden. They’ve since collaborated on projects at Santa Barbara High School and...
Jun 06, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Sara Miller McCune could not have anticipated that the small publishing house she started in 1965 would blossom into the world’s leading academic publisher decades later. She also could not have anticipated that this success would empower her to make real, material impact on the social issues faced by Californians. In this episode, Stacy invites her mentor Sara on, who just so happens to be the founder of Sage publishing and the beating heart of the McCune Foundation. Sara shares her journey all...
May 30, 2024•51 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Joan Hartmann has made a career out of community advocacy. A Santa Barbara resident since 1999, she’s served as a professor in government and environmental studies at renowned institutions, spent six years advocating for children in the foster care system, and helped found the Southern California Wetlands Recovery Project - among countless other initiatives. Today, she serves as the supervisor for Santa Barbara County’s Third District, where she’s on the forefront of addressing some of the most ...
May 23, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Mory Fontanez felt that something wasn’t quite right after an illustrious career in corporate America. For so much of her life, she had been living according to someone else’s rules, but her own inner conscience was always standing in the way of accepting this life. Seven years later, Mory has become a renowned purpose and intuition coach on the verge of publishing a book about inner wisdom and how you can (re)connect to it. Mory’s philosophy teaches us that limiting beliefs are our way of copin...
May 16, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Santa Barbara local Patricia Selbert is something of a Renaissance woman: world citizen, internationally-competitive equestrian, award-winning author, PhD in somatics, and most recently - cattle rancher. Patricia co-founded and co-runs Las Cumbres Ranch in Santa Barbara County, a farm that upends almost all of our assumptions about what meat production and its connection to the greater environment can look like. Drawing from the same holistic management practices that Stacy uses, Patricia and he...
May 09, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 4
As long as she can remember, Prune Harris has seen the world a little differently than most. It’s commonly understood that fields of energy bind us all together, but Prune is able to see this energy in all its fullness as hues, vibrations, and patterns. She’s trained with energetic practitioners and experts from across the world’s cultures - from kinesiologists to Celtic shamans. Stacy first encountered Prune through her groundbreaking book, Your Radiant Soul, and then had the chance to learn fr...
May 02, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Last season, we had the pleasure of hearing from Tom Cole and Warren Brush about their efforts in resilient agriculture with African Women Rising (AWR). In this episode, we hear from the Executive Director and Founder of AWR, Linda Eckerbom Cole, a woman who has worn many hats: actress, nonprofit leader, community activist, and esteemed Santa Barbara local. Linda narrates the winding path that brought her to northern Uganda and explains the sustainable programming her and her team have pioneered...
Apr 25, 2024•57 min•Season 2Ep. 2
We’re kicking season 2 off with an old friend, Minka Robinson Stevens, expert in East Asian Medicine and owner of Points of Health Acupuncture in Santa Barbara. In season 1, Stacy sat down with Minka to talk generally about East Asian practices and their relevance to natural regeneration. In this episode, Stacy and Minka dive deep into transitions, both in the body and the world. 2024 is the year of the Wood Dragon, but this spring is also the season of Wood - what does this overwhelming sturdin...
Apr 18, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 1
