Up Close with Chris Tinney
13 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 6 years ago -Up Close with Chris Tinney introduces you to today’s thought leaders, social entrepreneurs and activists making a difference in their communities and around the world and more importantly, ways you can take action to be part of the solution!
Join likeminded people every Tuesday as we share the news that matters and hear from socially responsible CEO’s, Nonprofits, and Social Activists who share their unique perspective. You’ll meet people on the front lines of the issues you care about, and when you download the phone App at ChrisTinney.com, you can join others passionate about making a difference online and off.
Call in to join the conversation, talk to a guest or share your opinion. Together we're creating community and proving there’s a place for conversation that matters on talk radio.
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Episodes
Caroline Kinsman of The Non Gmo Project
January 13, 2018 00:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBGMOs (or “genetically modified organisms”) are organisms whose genetic material has been artificially manipulated in a laboratory through genetic engineering, or GE. This relatively new science creates unstable combinations of plant, animal, bacteria and viral genes that do not occur in nature or through traditional crossbreeding methods. Don't miss your chance to get the facts on GMO's Come listen or call in and ask your quetions as we interview Caroline Kinsman of the Non-GMO Proj...
"Dead Doctors Don't Lie", Dr. Joel Wallach
November 04, 2017 00:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBDead Doctors Don't Lie has sold more than 300 MILLION COPIES! The Author, Dr. Joel WallachThe wrote that best-selling book to declare the truths about natural, whole food nutrition and has battled the government for the right to speak about the health benefits of natural whole food nutrition products. Since that time Dr. Joel Wallach has become the most sought-after guests and speakers on the subject. He is also the Founder of Youngevity and author of two, alternative health books....
Director of “Growth Busters”, Dave Gardner
October 03, 2017 00:00 - 53 minutes - 67.9 MBIntroduction Forget what you thought you already knew about our small planet. Dave Gardner the Director of Growth Busters share how we must learn to live more sustainably or risk serious consequences. This is an interview that I went into thinking I had a grasp of the topic, but I was wrong. Gardner will challenge you with facts and ideas you won’t hear anywhere else. Summary Dave Gardner is the Director of GrowthBusters: Hooked on Growth, a documentary about overpopulation and grow...
Up Close: Jon Camp of The Humane League
September 30, 2017 00:21 - 29 minutes - 41.2 MBThe mission of The Humane League, why we exist, is to reduce animal suffering by inspiring change at all levels. This sense of purpose drives every action in our unrelenting march forward for animals. On this episode, we speak with Jon Camp.Jon is the Vice President of Grassroots, overseeing all grassroots program work and developing The Humane League’s national activist network. He resides in the Washington, DC metro area. Learn about the vegan victories and the boycotts happenin...
Up Close with Bruce Perlowin
September 26, 2017 00:00 - 33 minutes - 46 MBWe first spoke with Bruce Perlowin the CEO of Hemp, Inc. (OTC symbol HEMP) back in July. Today we circle back and find out more about the first publicly traded company to focus on building and promoting the hemp industry. In the past year, Hemp Inc. has planted hemp and opened one first seed to a finished product processing plant in the USA. This is a revolutionary time in the hemp industry and Bruce's perspective is always insightful and informative. He was dubbed the "King of Pot"...
Socially Responsible Investing
September 26, 2017 00:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBWhen I was a stockbroker specialized in socially responsible investments and investing. At the time most people didn't know what socially responsible investing (SRI) meant. How we spend our money has a huge impact on the world. At the very least it can have a direct and powerful impact on how companies conduct business. Today's guest, Dean Tinney, has more than 30 years experience in originating, allocating, and managing capital. Enjoy! GUEST BIO Dean has over 30 years experience...
Black Lives Matter. What Do You Know About BLM
September 25, 2017 00:00 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MBBlack Lives Matter (BLM) originally aired 11/17/2015. I am adding it to my podcast because it is more important today as it was then. It has been one of my most popular shows at ChrisTinney.com This show is to introduce the Black Lives Matter movement to people that may (like me) not have people they can ask in their life. That alone says a lot about why this show is so needed, yes? When you hear my guests you will forever have a better understanding of #BlackLivesMatter and the m...
The Non Gmo Project. Everything Monsanto Doesn't Want You to Know!
September 24, 2017 00:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBMonsanto doesn't want you to listen to this show! GMOs (or “genetically modified organisms”) are organisms whose genetic material has been artificially manipulated in a laboratory through genetic engineering, or GE. This relatively new science creates unstable combinations of plant, animal, bacteria and viral genes that do not occur in nature or through traditional crossbreeding methods. Don't miss this interview Caroline Kinsman of the Non-GMO Project (NonGMOproject.org). The Non-...
Up Close with Food Not Bombs Co-Founder Keith McHenry
September 23, 2017 00:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBFood Not Bombs has proven to be an effective project for social change. For the past 35 years, volunteers have served the homeless vegan and vegetarian meals around the world. Often described as a movement it all began when the first volunteers were arrested for feeding the homeless. In this episode we get Up Cose with Keith McHenry, Co-Founder of Food Not Bombs and Author of "Hungry for Peace". Keith will share how it all started and the challenges volunteers face in many states whe...
Up Close with Dannion Brinkley, Author 'Saved by the Light'
September 23, 2017 00:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBThis week we get Up Close with Dannion Brinkley. Dannion has died three times giving him one of the most unique perspectives on life and life after death and is one of the most sought-after speakers and an International best selling Author. He'll be sharing about his near-death experiences and his work with dying veterans through his nonprofit, "The Twilight Brigade". We'll also get an advance look at his upcoming book, "10 Things You Need to Know Before You Go" Listen in - or call i...
Beginning the End of Poverty with Scott Miller
September 20, 2017 00:00 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MBI first discovered Circles USA while traveling the country serving the homeless with Spread Peace USA. I had become discouraged. The winter was ending, and several of our Homeless Friend's had died on the streets that winter. More than 36,000 homeless people had died on the streets in America that year. I was looking for answers. One of my homeless friends handed me a book and asked me to be his Ally. I didn't know what he meant, but the book he gave me changed my perspective on ever...
Jon Camp of Vegan Outreach
September 20, 2017 00:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBMany people really don’t understand what it means to be vegan. It’s not just a diet or a list of rules. It’s a joyous way to live and will give you a feeling of connectedness that you might otherwise never experience. I’ve been vegan for 15 years. That’s me in the picture on the left. Becoming Vegan happened naturally for me as I came to truly understand we are all connected, we are all one and our choices really do matter. This show will connect you with all the best things about be...
Up Close with Dr. Chad Nelson, CEO of the Surfrider Foundation
September 19, 2017 00:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MBThis week we get Up Close with the CEO of the Surfrider Foundation, Dr. Chad Nelson. Thirty years ago, a group of surfers from Malibu, California, were concerned about the health risks associated with environmental threats posed by escalating coastal development at their favorite surf spot and they took action. Not even they could have envisioned the history they were making when they succeeded in protecting their beloved surf spot. Since 1984, the Surfrider Foundation has evolved in...