Previous Shows
Impact with John Shegerian produces new episodes every week. Visit regularly to explore our archive of past conversations below.
August 9, 2009
How to Live Smart, Strong and Sustainably with Mother Nature Network’s Chuck Leavell
Chuck Leavell, the keyboardist for the Rolling Stones, leaves the stage behind for a bit to speak with John and Mike about his journey as an environmentalist. As the Director of Environmental Affairs for the Mother Nature Network (MNN), the premier source for news and information on environmental issues, Chuck works to inform and educate […]
August 2, 2009
Discussing Ways Green Business Can Save Millions with ‘Green Recovery’ Author Andrew Winston
This week, John and Mike meet with Andrew Winston, who discusses the green revolution, why going green still matters, and how to go green in hard economic times. Andrew, nicknamed the “Planet Defender,” explains how going green after a recession can help your company dominate the marketplace and create new opportunities for problem solving. Pick […]
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July 25, 2009
Promoting Company-Wide Sustainability with Lipton Tea’s Michiel Leijnse
John and Mike speak with Michiel Leijnse, the global brand development manager for Lipton tea, about bringing the sustainability mission to Lipton. Michiel discusses Lipton’s plan to extend Rainforest Alliance certification to all Lipton tea bags globally by 2015, in order to continue enacting and promoting such principles as water and ecosystem conservation. Lipton has […]
July 18, 2009
Helping Big Brands Reduce Environmental Impact wtih the ‘Truth About Green Business’ Author Gil Friend
Gil Friend, who just released a new book titled The Truth About Green Business, speaks with John and Mike about sustainable business and how you “don’t have to choose between making money and making sense.” After 40+ years working with green businesses, Gil has helped companies like Coca-Cola, General Mills, Hewlett Packard and PG&E make […]
July 11, 2009
Focusing on the Economics of Recycing with RecycleBank’s Ron Gonen
Today, John and Mike interview Ron Gonen, the co-founder of RecycleBank, a program that focuses on the economics of recycling and diverting waste from landfills. RecycleBank allows residents to earn reward points based on how much material their household recycles, and then redeem those points for rewards from stores such as Target or Sears. Listen […]
July 4, 2009
Connecting Green Issues and Business Ventures with Paul Mitchell Hair Products’ John Paul DeJoria
This week, John and Mike interview a guest who was green before it was cool: John Paul DeJoria, the co-founder of Paul Mitchell hair products. From developing the Tea Tree products line in conjunction with American Forests — a nonprofit group devoted to preserving and growing trees — to starting the first hair company that […]
June 27, 2009
Discussing the Emergence of the ‘Green Collar’ Worker with Ecopreneur John Ivanko
John and Mike meet with John Ivanko, an ecopreneur who advocates purpose, community and green behavior over profit. Even in today’s unstable economy, John explains how “green” collar workers are emerging and new business opportunities can be found just by taking traditional ideas and turning them green. You too can become an ecopreneur, restore the […]
June 20, 2009
Conserving Energy with CFL Light Bulbs with Greenlite Lighting Corporation’s Tom Cohen
Today’s guest, Tom Cohen, is the Director of Sales at Greenlite Lighting Corporation, a company devoted to conserving energy through the use of CFL light bulbs. The green team discusses how buying energy-efficient lighting products can make a difference to the planet and to your wallet. Along with John and Mike, learn about the benefits […]
June 13, 2009
Using Natural Fiber Products in the Insulation Industry with Bonded Logic’s Tod Kean
On this episode, John and Mike speak with Tod Kean, the founder of Bonded Logic. Since its start in 1994, Bonded Logic has become the leading manufacturer of natural fiber insulation in the country by creating this insulation out of recycled denim and other natural fabrics. Kean discusses his goals as a member of the […]
June 6, 2009
Conveniently Reducing Environmental Impact with ‘The Lazy Environmentalist’ Josh Dorfman
This week, we join John and Mike as they interview Josh Dorfman, the “Lazy Environmentalist,” who encourages people to “think smarter” about the benefits of green behavior. After having an epiphany inspired by an interesting question, Josh decided to embark on endeavors that would reduce people’s impact on the environment without great personal inconvenience or […]
May 30, 2009
Discussing ‘the Greenest Pizza in America’ with Pizza Fusion’s Mike Parisi
On today’s show, John and Mike host Mike Parisi, a local ecopreneur who recently opened the fourth Pizza Fusion restaurant in California. Pizza Fusion, a franchise that originated in Florida, is dedicated to producing high-quality organic food and “the greenest pizza in America.” Listen in as they discuss how the Pizza Fusion chain is helping […]
May 23, 2009
Recycling Cell Phones to Prevent E-waste with PaceButler’s Tom Pace
John, Mike and guest Mandingo Cain speak with Tom Pace, an inspirational entrepreneur and the founder of PaceButler, one of the largest cell phone recycling companies in the nation. Because cell phones are fully recyclable, PaceButler purchases used cell phones to prevent excessive environmental waste. Beyond his work with cell phone recycling, Pace also authored […]
