Simple Life Radio with Cynthia Fernandes

Michael Calabrese on Simple Life, Nov. 2, 2013

Our guest today, Michael Calabrese; is returning to share more about his simple life.  We talk about great food, shelter, water, and of course a few recipes too!  We celebrate our local organic food and Farmer's Market.

An easy and comfortable format, like a neighborly conversation at the coffee table.

Michael is a great hair stylist too.  Find him at Salon Park Avenue (831-375-2366) in Monterey.

Ken Foster on Simple Life Radio Oct. 26, 2013

Ken shares his original inspiration at age 10 reading The Secret Garden. Years later, at UCSC his participation in the garden project would turn him to this life's work.  Winning awards for community outreach and innovation his team of passionate professionals, continue to grow.

This interview was very informative on the topic of organic farming, ecological landscaping, and permaculture innovations and education.

Ken Foster, is a native of Santa Cruz, California. In 1985 Ken was an apprentice at the U.C. Santa Cruz Farm and Garden and has a certificate in Ecological Horticulture from there. Ken also has an A.S. degree in horticulture from Cabrillo College. Ken is a landscape contractor, a certified permaculture designer and the owner of Terra Nova Ecological Landscaping since 1988.

Adrienne Herman, Dog Therapist on Simple Life Radio Oct 19, 2013

Adrienne likes balance, and her business is balance between animals and their human caregivers and balance within the animals themselves.  She enjoys making the connections that result in better health and harmony.  With stories of humor and intrigue, she shares practical techniques for our listeners.  Her additional community contribution is with Sustainable Carmel, who's goal it is to educate, empower and inspire residents to be aware of natural resources and plan for a healthy community for years to come.

Adrienne's website: AHermanDogTherapist.com

Michael Calabrese on Simple Life Radio Sept 28, 2013

Michael Calabrese of Salon Park Avenue, is not just a great hair stylist, (and that he is).  He is also a successful urban farmer!  Living in Carmel Valley, much like he grew up, growing food and living close to the land. Michael tells stories about how old Monterey was, how life is for him working less than 4 days per week, and living off the harvest that he grows in his yard.  He still makes time to travel. He has many friends and relatives that share in his farming ventures and knows how to build community around him.  He shares some favorite recipes that will make your mouth water.

Winter garden, chickens, bees, horses and don't forget canning!  Listen in and see if you don't feel inspired to grow at home!

Salon Park Avenue, Monterey, California - for the best haircut ever!

David Martin on Simple Life Radio 101213

Contributing author to "Contagious Optimism" David Martin is certainly an up-beat guy!  He is also a CEO of INDX Strategies Wealth Management and also founder of Marin the Hiking Club.  That is an indicator about David's balance, his passion keeps him vibrant in a life he dearly appreciates.  His optimism permeates all aspects of life and he doesn't have his head in the sand.  Engaging, introspective and just plain fun.

Out-of-Town Guests

There are some issues that know no bounds.  In the socioeconomic climate today, we see a familiar pattern around the globe.  Today's show shares that more expanded perspective in a very diverse, creative and fun way! 

- Elizabeth Bathora shares a perspective from Vedic Astrology on the government shutdown and more.

- Tim Minchin shares 9 life's lessons in a style all of his own.

- Four strangers encounter the scientific measurement of happiness.

Nancy Mellon on Simple Life Radio 033013

Nancy Mellon is a psychotherapist, counselor and storyteller.  Nancy explains how she uses and encourages in her clients, an openness to creative, healing storytelling and how it is used for health and healing.  Offering real life experiences to illustrate.  Warm, engaging, and educational. 

Her website:www.healingstory.com

Good News & out of the box ideas 092113

Today, Simple Life Radio explores some cool out of the box ideas and "Good News" in contrast to the constant barrage of world news that can create concern, confusion and even fear. 

We have some callers who chimed in on the topic with some good ideas too!  Solar applications, bananas into bio-plastic, and wildlife overpasses.

Where do you get your good news?

Frank De Luca, on Simple Life Radio 041313

Locally, a few people I encounter at the bookstore, always make me laugh.  Frank De Luca, has a local psychotherapist practice.  He also teaches at San Fransisco University, and teaches the Enneagram (a particular system of analysis to represent the spectrum of possible personality types).  Well, when Frank pops by the store, Paul & I always find ourselves laughing.  It's not the way he looks; he's a sharp dresser.  He has a great sense of humor. 

This interview took us through different aspect of Frank, his name-sake and back to his family roots; Italy.  Sure to entertain, educate and perhaps warm your heart.

Gerry Maupin, General Contractor on Simple Life Radio 6/15/13

Gerry Maupin, left and great career as an up and coming attorney, for the good life. He shares his perspective about "enough-ism" and how so many folks don't stop to think about the quality of life rather than a run-on list of endless toys that keep them stressed and unhappy.  He has "enough", so that he takes 4 months off each year!

Candid and authentic, this interview inspires thinking out of the box.