The Good You Can Do Andrew and Annah Duncan

Please enjoy this wide ranging conversation with the inspirational James Wilson, a 4th generation farmer who's life was saved by switching to a plant-based diet.
Show notes:
Order James' book 'Plant Paradigm'
http://www.jameswilsonbooks.nz/
Dr Caldwell Esselstyn interview on RNZ (the one that changed James' life)
https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/saturday/audio/2437606/caldwell-esselstyn-plant-based-diet
Prevent And Reverse Heart Disease: The Revolutionary, Scientifically Proven, Nutrition-Based Cure
https://www.amazon.com/Prevent-Reverse-Heart-Disease-Nutrition-Based/dp/1583333002
Whole: Rethinking the Science of Nutrition
https://www.amazon.com/Whole-Rethinking-Nutrition-Colin-Campbell/dp/1939529840
Michael Greger's amazing website (author of 'How Not to Die')
https://nutritionfacts.org/
Dr Luke Wilson
https://www.twozestybananas.com/
David Sinclair (Lifespan author)
https://lifespanbook.com/
How NZ uses its land might just blow your mind (article)
https://blog.andrewduncan.co.nz/how-nz-uses-its-land-might-just-blow-your-mind/
For the Love of Bees (Urban Regenerative Horticulture)
https://www.fortheloveofbees.co.nz/
Only Fools and Dreamers (YouTube Movie)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3VZSJKbzyMc

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Sonnie Bailey is an independent financial adviser and all-around amazing human who thinks deeply about the challenge of living life in line with your values and priorities.
This is part 2 of our conversation, covering topics like:

The famous 4% rule for early retirementThe risk of reductionism How to think about financial freedomInvesting in social capitalAccounting for shadow assetsThoughts on ethical investing - does it really make a difference?Goal setting and the problem with always seeking moreWhy you should always keep asking yourself 'why?'
You can find more of Sonnie's work on his blog:
https://wealthandrisk.nz
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Articles mentioned in this episode:

The shockingly simple math behind early retirementSonnie's thoughts on the 4% rule (must read)Flawcasting demonstration videoFirecalc financial freedom calculatorThe myopia of compound interest

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Sonnie Bailey is an independent financial adviser and all-around amazing human who thinks deeply about the challenge of living life in line with your values and priorities.
This is part 1 of our conversation, covering topics like:

What the word 'wealth' means to each of usBlogging and the power of content marketingFinding clients with similar values in a service industryProtecting your freedom while running your own businessMaintaining optionality in your lifeLearning to say NOUnderstanding the seasons of lifeHow we think about inheritances
You can find more of Sonnie's work on his blog:
https://wealthandrisk.nz
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Articles mentioned in this episode:

The myopia of compound interestTactical SabbaticalsInvesting in social capital

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Worm farms help us divert organic waste away from landfills, where it produces methane, a seriously powerful greenhouse gas. They can also save you money, and produce valuable, organic fertiliser for your home garden and indoor plants.
Let me take you through the hows and whys of starting your own worm farm, so you can witness the magic recycling power of nature first-hand.
I'll guide you through the process step by step:
Why it's a good ideaThe benefits you'll get from having your own worm farmWhich one to buy (plus tips on making your own)Where to find wormsHow to set it up for successWhat to feed your worms (and what not to feed them)It's also a great way to engage with kids and give them autonomy over a climate solution that makes a real difference. 
For more sustainable living tips, visit the Good you can do Website.
LINKS:
Hungry Bin Worm Farm (Mitre 10)
Worms 'r' Us Worm Farm (Andrew's personal choice)
WhyWaste - rent a worm farm
Good you can do on Instagram
If you have questions or feedback on the show, please get in touch.

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Mike King shares his journey transitioning from professional arborist to foraging tour guide and plant educator, with a focus on how to create space in life to be creative and follow your interests.
We talk about native spices, edible plants, taking over an abandoned horticulture project, where to get educated on plants, foraging tours and much more!
Links:
Follow Mike on Instagram
Finders Eaters Foraging (book a foraging tour with Mike)
Earthworkers Programme (16- 20th May)
Country Calendar Episode 13, Season 2021
Wild Trees (book on climbing Redwoods)
The Common Unity Project
Plants for a future
A field guide to native edible plants (book)
Salt and Straw icecream

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Climate-focused kiwi startup Carbon Critical has launched an interactive website that allows anyone to experiment with different theoretical tree-planting scenarios, to understand the long-term impacts of future forestry policies on climate objectives, biodiversity and financial returns for farmers and landowners.
Also in this episode - dates are announced for the next Earthworkers course, we join Instagram and an epic podcast network, plus info on NZ's woeful international ranking on climate action.
Enjoy!
Links mentioned in this episode:
Earthworkers course (16 - 21 May, Auckland)
Earthworkers Q&A session (21 April, online)
Climactic Podcast Network
Good You Can Do on Instagram
Kiwi startup launches web app for smarter forestry decisions (written story)
Net-Zero web application
NZ's ranking on emissions reduction (42 of 45 Annex 1 countries)
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Learn more at https://www.goodyoucando.com/

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