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 My first guest is Rafael Fantauzzi, Chair of the National Latino Coalition on Climate Change, a new and growing constituency demanding strong and swift action on the climate and energy fronts.

 My second guest Andrea Durbin, with the  Oregon Environmental Council is leading efforts to green one of the most eco-active parts of the country, Portland, Oregon. He talks about local and state progress in the absence of national leadership.

We’ll take a lighter turn in the last segment in a conversation with the author of a great new book called Hot, Rich and Green, The Secret Formula Women Are Using To Get Rich And Save The Planet, Rebecca Harrell Tickell  is also the producer of FUEL– The Film and, along with her husband and co-producer,the creator of the Veggie Van.  LISTEN

 For this special 40th Earth Day edition of The Green Front we are honored with the presence of the co-founder of Earth Day, Denis Hayes. We’ll hear his views on the state of the green movement and what is at stake with a landmark climate bill hanging in the balance. 

We’ll also talk to Claudia Malloy, National Field Director for the National Wildlife Federation to hear what’s happening at the grassroots level around the country. 

Both these guests will inspire you to continue to make a positive environmental difference every day!  LISTEN

 As we run up to Earth Day 2010 what does the 40th anniversary signify?
What should we celebrate, both as longtime eco-activists dealing with a still somewhat apathetic American public, and which defeats should be noted, or at least what is still missing on this 40th anniversary?  We’ll speak with The Sierra Club’s Director of Conservation Projects, Sarah Hodgdon, in San Francisco about recent positive developments on the mountaintop removal front, as well as what is needed most now, in terms of galvanizing public awareness? Hint: strong climate change legislation. 

 We’ll also talk to Nate Byer, Director of the Earth Day Network’s 2010 celebration about how, and where, to take part. 

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The tragic coal mine explosion this week – leaving more than two dozen miners dead – is yet another reminder of the human cost of our voracious energy consumption. The U.S. still gets nearly half of its electricity from coal and it’s byproduct, C02 emissions, contribute to climate change. 

As temperatures fluctuate, more invasive species are moving into human spaces and flourishing. That means more poison ivy and oak and more tick-borne illnesses like Lyme Disease. 

Patty Glick, a senior global warming specialist with the National Wildlife Federation, will join us to talk about a fun, new video clip they’ve produced called Climate Invaders! and what you can do about this threat, beginning in your own backyard. 

Next we’ll speak with Peter Fox Penner, author of a just released book called Smart Power; Climate Change, the Smart Grid and the Future of Electric Utilities.

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The Green Front prides itself on bringing you the latest and most impactful environmental stories and trends, often breaking news. Such is the case in this edition as we get immediate commentary on two important developments. 

First, President Obama’s surprise announcement that he is lifting the moratorium on offshore oil drilling.
We’ll get reaction from two experts, David Friedman, with The Union of Concerned Scientists and from Richard Charter, Marine Policy Director with Defenders of Wildlife.

In our second half we’ll meet the Executive Director of The Product Policy Institute. Bill Sheehan will discuss some exciting news on the producer responsibility front from the state of Maine.

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While Congress takes its time to consider critically important
legislation on climate change and energy issues, communities around the
U.S. are trying to fill the leadership gap.

This show highlights two
inspiring examples of what's being done to fill the void and be part of
the solution.

Our first guest, Garrit Voggesser, is the senior manager
at The National Wildlife Federation's Tribal Lands Conservation program.
He'll discuss a new report just out on the tremendous opportunities for
Native American communities to be part of our country's energy
solution.

Next, we'll hear from Lori Grace, a community organizer in
Marin county, California about the groundbreaking Marin Clean Energy
Initiative and why what happens to it matters to all. LISTEN

If addressing climate change is the
mission of upcoming generations then the young people behind Energy
Action Coalition are getting a jump start on the mother of all
eco-challenges.

We'll meet Ethan Nuss, Co-Field Director for EAC and
learn about the strategies, successes and stresses of green-minded
"Millenials".

Next, you'll hear from one of the world's leading experts
on seed saving and what motivates Bill McDorman to wander the world in
search of best practices in an ancient ritual that he's devoted his life
to protecting and proliferating for the benefit of all.  LISTEN

For Green Front's inaugural show on PRN
we begin by checking the current political climate around climate
change. Washington D.C. based Jennifer Jones, longtime environmental
advocate, offers her view from the heart of the capitol where
Senate-bound legislation is stalled but hope rises as Rep. Lindsay
Graham puts on a green coat of armour.

For inspiration we check in with
solo ocean rower, Roz Savage, for highlights of her most recent trip
across the Pacific and up to Copenhagen, by rowboat, foot and train. So
what was harder, getting to the Climate Change Summit or watching hopes
for progress melt along with the glaciers?

The only thing raw food will
melt is the pounds off your body. Educator and chef, Mikayla Lev,
waxes enthusiastic about the next RAWvolution!  LISTEN

Peter G Joseph M.D, is an emergency physician who has been trained as climate change presenter. LISTEN (15 min)