The Right to Roam: Wildlife Corridors, Public Lands & Ecological Regeneration with Hillary Rosner
02/25/2026 | 57 mins.
Human progress may be beneficial to human society, but it is usually achieved at the cost of the lives of other species. Corinna Bellizzi explores how we interrupt the movement and migration of wild animals with Hillary Rosner, a science journalist, editor, and author. Together, they discuss how human-made fences and borders, the privatization of land, and the displacement of indigenous stewardship hinder countless animals from moving freely from one place to another, leading to their dwindling population. Hillary also explains what it takes to create large-scale solutions to solve this ecological problem, and why it all starts with shifting our consciousness to see the world from an animal’s perspective.
Blog Page for this episode: https://caremorebebetter.com/the-right-to-roam-wildlife-corridors-public-lands-ecological-regeneration-with-hillary-rosner/ About Guest:
Hillary Rosner is a science journalist, editor, and author whose stories about the conservation, biodiversity, and other environmental topics have appeared in National Geographic, The New York Times, Wired, The Atlantic, High Country News, Audubon, bioGraphic, and dozens of other publications. She is assistant director of the Center for Environmental Journalism at the University of Colorado Boulder. Her book Roam: Wild Animals and the Race to Repair Our Fractured World was published in 2025 by Patagonia.
Roam: Wild Animals and the Race to Repair Our Fractured World by Hillary Rosner
Show Notes:
[01:58] Why Hillary Focuses On Animal Migration Instead Of Extinction
[06:18] How To Make Borders And Fences More Animal-Friendly
[09:48] How Modern Development Impacts Wildlife Migration
[14:56] Finding Hope In Public Lands And National Parks
[26:56] How Privatization And Human Progress Hinder Wildlife Movement
[32:48] Various Movements To Keep An Eye On
[41:27] Bringing Species To Spaces They Do Not Belong
[48:13] Are Indigenous People The Best Stewards Of The Land?
[53:10] Let Animals Move Freely In Your Land
[56:56] Discussion Wrap-up And Closing Words
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How Not to Age: Dr. Michael Greger on Longevity, Protein Myths, and Plant-Based Health
02/18/2026 | 34 mins.
(Originally recorded July 28, 2024 for another podcast Corinna once hosted, Nutrition Without Compromise — shared with permission.)
Aging is often framed as inevitable decline. But what if much of what we call “aging” is actually preventable disease accumulation?
In this essential re-release episode, Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Michael Greger, physician, internationally recognized speaker, and founder of NutritionFacts.org.
Dr. Greger’s latest book, How Not to Age, builds on the groundbreaking work of How Not to Die and How Not to Diet — translating peer-reviewed science into practical guidance for living longer and healthier.
In this conversation, we explore:
The difference between lifespan and healthspan
Why excess protein may accelerate aging pathways
The myth of “incomplete” plant proteins
Fish consumption, pollution, and algae-based Omega-3 alternatives
Autophagy, spermidine, and cellular repair
The role of vitamin B12, vitamin D, and DHA
The promise of lifestyle medicine in addressing Alzheimer’s and chronic disease
This episode launches a curated Care More Be Better re-share series highlighting foundational health conversations that remain deeply relevant today.
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Sex Trafficking Hidden in Plain Sight: Stories, Systems, and How to Take Action
02/11/2026 | 38 mins.
Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions of sex trafficking, sexual exploitation, and abuse.
Sex trafficking does not only happen “somewhere else.” It thrives in silence, misunderstanding, and systems that fail to protect vulnerable youth.
In this re-released episode of Care More Be Better, Corinna Bellizzi speaks with Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Melody C. Miller about her documentary California’s Forgotten Children and the real-world impact it has had in schools, communities, and institutions across the United States.
Melody began this work as a teenager, believing trafficking was a distant issue, only to discover that students from her own high school were being exploited. That realization led her to volunteer with survivor-led organizations, undergo trauma-informed training, and ultimately spend five years creating a film that centers survivor voices and equips communities with tools for prevention and response.
This conversation is also deeply personal. Corinna shares her own experience of running away at thirteen and the vulnerability that follows when young people are left without safety, support, or options. Together, she and Melody unpack what sex trafficking actually looks like, how grooming and coercion operate, and why language, awareness, and informed action matter.
Rather than focusing on perpetrators or sensational stories, this episode centers:
Survivor-led insight
<li>Community-based prevention</li>
<li>Trauma-informed response</li>
<li>Practical guidance for recognizing and reporting exploitation</li>
Listeners will come away with a clearer understanding of how trafficking hides in plain sight—and how ordinary people can help interrupt it without putting themselves or others at risk.
What We Cover in This Episode
How Melody discovered trafficking within her own community
<li>Why sex trafficking is often misunderstood and misidentified</li>
<li>The importance of survivor-centered language and reporting</li>
<li>How schools and communities can safely intervene</li>
<li>Real outcomes from film screenings, including victims coming forward</li>
<li>Trauma-informed approaches in policing and education</li>
<li>What each of us can do to help protect vulnerable youth</li>
If this episode feels heavy, you’re not alone. Support resources are included below, and listeners are encouraged to engage at their own pace.
Special Re-Release Offering In honor of this episode re-share, filmmaker Melody C. Miller is offering a free viewing of California’s Forgotten Children for the first 50 viewers.
️Use code CARE at checkout: https://californiasforgottenchildrendocumentary.vhx.tv
Melody is also currently in post-production on her new documentary, Thriv(h)er, which follows young cancer survivors and mothers navigating life, healing, and resilience.
️Watch the teaser: https://vimeo.com/1131769274/abf79b9e1c Learn more: https://www.thrivherfilm.com/
Additional Resources Mentioned
If you suspect human trafficking or exploitation, support is available:
National Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888 Text HELP to 233733 (BEFREE) humantraffickinghotline.org
National Runaway Safeline 800-RUN-AWAY (786-2929)
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or text 988
About the Guest
Melody C. Miller is an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker and cinematographer. Her first feature documentary, California’s Forgotten Children (2018), won Best Documentary at the Soho International Film Festival and has screened internationally, including at the United States Senate and the United States of Women Summit. The film has been used as a training and education tool in schools, nonprofits, and institutions, helping communities recognize and respond to sex trafficking with care and accountability.
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Eliminating Cancel Culture in Climate with Jenny Morgan
02/04/2026 | 48 mins.
Every single person in the human race wants to build a better world and a brighter future for the next generation. But why is the climate discourse constantly diminished by cancel culture? Corinna Bellizzi explores this distressing social issue with climate strategist and advocate for sustainable change, Jenny Morgan. Delving into her book, Cancel Culture in Climate, Jenny discusses what it takes to get rid of the perfectionism and purist mindset that puts the entire climate movement to a halt. She explains how to participate in hopeful climate conversations that simplify the overwhelming climate problem, the importance of transparency and clarity in corporate social responsibility, and how to make the younger generation more climate and environmentally sensitive.
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Minneapolis Under ICE: A Letter on Life, Fear, and Resistance
01/30/2026 | 23 mins.
This episode of Care More Be Better is intentionally different.
Rather than analysis or debate, host Corinna Bellizzi shares the direct audio of comedian and actor Matt Braunger reading a letter written by his cousin — a father, neighbor, and resident of the Twin Cities — who felt compelled to document what daily life has become like amid intensified federal immigration enforcement in Minneapolis–St. Paul.
The letter is not a political essay. It’s a witness account — grounded in everyday details like children’s activities, neighborhood text threads, and community members stepping into unexpected roles of care and resistance. Through this deeply human lens, the episode explores how large political forces manifest quietly inside ordinary life.
After the audio, Corinna reflects on what it means to bear witness without panic, how media fragmentation and algorithm-driven news shape public understanding, and why democracy depends not only on elections, but on relationships, mutual care, and informed attention.
Listeners are invited to reflect on their own communities, examine where they get their information, and consider small but meaningful ways to stay engaged, connected, and informed — before fear becomes routine.
In This Episode:
A full, uninterrupted reading of a first-person letter from Minneapolis
Reflections on ordinary life, community resilience, and civic responsibility
A discussion on media literacy, confirmation bias, and staying informed beyond headlines
Practical suggestions for thoughtful engagement without overwhelm
Resources Mentioned:
Letter from Minneapolis - read by Matt Braunger on TikTok
About Care More Be Better: A Podcast For Sustainable Social Impact and Regeneration
Care More Be Better, invites you to care more so we can create a better world together. We amplify the voices of environmentalists, activists, health and nutrition gurus, scientists, and leading experts who seek to make the world a better place. Over the course of more than 250 interview episodes, you'll hear from experts like Jean-Michel Cousteau, Paul Hawken, Nina Simons, Dr. Wallace J. Nichols, Captain Liz Clark, Dr. William Li, Miyoko Schinner, John Roulac, Chef Babette Davis, Kelly Reyerson (@glyphosategirl), Donna Grantis and many more. These global change agents and activists create positive impacts and encourage us to think globally while also acting locally. Listen for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Audible, on our website, and on most major podcast platforms.
Inspired by Paul Hawken’s aspirational book Regeneration - Ending The Climate Crisis In One Generation, and the late Dr. Wallace J. Nichols' Blue Mind Movement, this show aims to create a realistic roadmap to build a better future. As Paul Hawken simply states: “Global warming is not a science problem. It’s a human problem.” On this journey, you'll become the person you aspire to be by remaining curious, thinking deeply, and listening intently while looking inward. You'll discover your internal wisdom and learn to listen to your inner voice to receive the gifts nature provides fully. Become part of the regeneration nation by expanding your knowledge of agriculture, social systems, and help us build a more circular and just economy.
The stories we tell will get you thinking about how to secure the future for the human race and all Earth's inhabitants - from how you can build positive change in your local community, to how you might broaden your reach and impact globally.
About Our Host: A natural products industry executive, Corinna Bellizzi helped develop and grow several responsible, sustainable nutrition brands including: Nordic Naturals and ORLO Nutrition. With these achievements and experience, Corinna went back to school to earn her MBA at Santa Clara University, and is now pursuing her PhD in Sustainability Education at Prescott College. Her colorful career and exceptional experiences fill this show with life-changing conversations and insights you're sure to benefit from. She exemplifies how to deliver genuine value, achieve bigger things, and pursue significant positive change. Care More Be Better is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Audible, our website and most major podcast platforms. JOIN OUR CIRCLE. BUILD A GREENER FUTURE! https://caremorebebetter.com
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