Videos

In episode 17 of Plant Frequencies, I sit down with Zev Paiss. A hemp pioneer, sustainable futurist, and protopian thinker, to explore how we can build a more resilient and hopeful future. With decades of experience in community development, industrial hemp advocacy, and systems thinking, Zev shares insights on: -…

What does self-care actually look like in real life? Paul shares his journey—cold showers in the Rockies, breathwork, sleep rituals, and building micro-habits over hype. No quick fixes. Just consistent, intentional choices that scaffold long-term health and mental toughness. From Atomic Habits to Dopamine Nation, from EMF-proofing his home to…

What if doing good didn’t mean giving it all away? Paul breaks down how donor-advised funds and low-return investments can create affordable housing and systemic change, without the traditional strings. From catalytic capital in Colorado’s ski towns to anonymous giving through LLCs, this conversation challenges outdated views on philanthropy, grants,…

How do you decide where to give? In this clip, Paul breaks down the realities of nonprofit funding—why efficiency isn’t always about overhead ratios, how donor-advised funds can optimize giving, and why investing in infrastructure, tech, and talent actually enables more impact. He challenges common misconceptions, explores how tax-smart giving…

From solo hikes in Boulder to hot air balloons over ancient cave dwellings in Turkey, this episode explores the awe-inspiring power of nature—and why it continues to shape how we live, learn, and give. We talk about the surprising rise in ocean-focused philanthropy, the overlooked role of recess in children’s…

What happens when a Wall Street advisor walks away from the world of finance to build something more meaningful? In this episode, we sit down with Paul Lussow, the CEO of Giving Place and Tiffingive (https://tifin.com/product/give//) to explore how and why philanthropy needs to evolve. We talk about the deeply…

In a world engineered for distraction — where AI tools, dopamine loops, and endless validation keep us locked into screens — what does it actually mean to be present? In this episode, Robert MacNaughton shares about his experience participating in the Sundance ceremony, a sacred Lakota prayer for life, and…

In this conversation, we talk about the hidden toll of hustle culture, especially for leaders and founders who are expected to be endlessly resilient. We explore what happens when high-functioning turns into over-functioning, and when holding it all together means slowly falling apart inside. This episode is a look at…

In a culture obsessed with performance, speed, and optimization, what if the path to real healing is actually slow, quiet, and deeply personal? In this conversation, we explore the idea of forming intentional relationships with plants—not as a biohacking checklist, but as a spiritual and emotional practice. From the simplicity…