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Preparing Personal Solutions

By Alex Smith, originally published by Radio Ecoshock

July 24, 2013

Society
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Radio Ecoshock is back with more local solutions for global problems – from the Mother Earth News Fair.

This time I’ve picked three of the most intriguing interviews. Each seemed at first like a small problem, and each guest – all feature speakers at the Fair – takes us much deeper, into the industrial and financial mess – and out again with practical things we can do.

Read more on Alex’s  blog.

Alex Smith

Host of syndicated weekly Radio Ecoshock Show – the cutting edge with top scientists, authors and activists. Eighth year on the air as of 2014. Previously a researcher for global environment group, print journalist, homesteader, world-traveler, and private investigator.

Tags: personal resilience, Slow Money, sustainable clothing

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