Episode 27 - Exploring the healing power of nature with Clare Cooper Marcus
In this episode, Sustainable Futures sits down with the luminary planner and researcher Clare Cooper Marcus. Clare is a prominent educator in landscape architecture and architecture and a pioneer in the field of social issues in housing, open space design, and healing landscapes. She is an author and co-author of a number of books and research studies; a multi-award winner; and a tireless advocate for the importance of place in the realm of health and wellbeing. Join us for a conversation on the powerful impact connections with the natural world can have on our physical and mental wellbeing, and how design can affect and influence how we live, work, play, and grow.
Episode 26 - Growing Children’s Connections with Nature with Laura Mylan
In this episode, Sustainable Futures sits down with award-winning communicator and seasoned nonprofit executive Laura Mylan, the Chief Strategy Officer of the Children and Nature Network. Laura is a passionate advocate for enhancing children’s access to nature and natural spaces to live and play in across the United States. She draws upon her wealth of experience to facilitate connections and lead the way in ensuring that all children have safe and equitable spaces in which to engage with nature to enhance their physical and mental wellbeing. Join us for a conversation on the powerful impact nature has on our and our children’s development and mentality, and what her organization is doing to support citizens and educators in new and interesting ways to facilitate connections with the natural world.