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Green Patriot Radio, with David Steinman
Episode 10
Runtime: 7:19

David Steinman and Jyl DeHaven, co-founder and board president of Green Collar Vets, discuss how veterans from Iraq, Afghanistan and elsewhere can train for careers in green industries related to alternative energy and sustainability. Steinman also makes the connection between these growth of these industries and America’s enhanced national security. July 2008.
Green Patriot Radio, with David Steinman
Episode 12
Runtime: 4:19		 David Steinman and Sophie Uliano, author of Gorgeously Green, discuss how women can turn their lives from “gray” to “green.” They address the misconception that green products aren’t as attractive, don’t taste as good or work as well as conventional products. Sophie also discusses how green products can improve your health and the health of your family, and gives tips for fitting them into your budget. September 2008.
Episode 11
Runtime: 3:58		 David Steinman and James Tu, CEO of HOV Group (which owns Zen Burger and Zen Palate), discuss how reducing meat consumption helps to combat global warming by reducing methane gas production. David and James talk about Zen Burger, a vegetarian fast food restaurant designed to appeal to flexitarians (people who eat a semi-vegetarian diet). September 2008.
Episode 10
Runtime: 7:19		 David Steinman and Jyl DeHaven, co-founder and board president of Green Collar Vets, discuss how veterans from Iraq, Afghanistan and elsewhere can train for careers in green industries related to alternative energy and sustainability. Steinman also makes the connection between these growth of these industries and America’s enhanced national security. July 2008.
Episode 9
Runtime: 4:11		 David Steinman and Peter Rive, founder and C.O.O. of Solar City, discuss how solar power in the home has become more affordable, and leasing options offer a lower monthly energy cost overall. Currently 80% of solar home installations are in California, but the solar installations business is growing rapidly nationwide. June 2008.
Episode 8
Runtime: 6:58		 David Steinman and Lewis Buchner, C.E.O. of EcoTimber, discuss the important role of rainforests in the earth’s biodiversity and in reducing greenhouse gases. They discuss how responsible companies are using wood products sourced from sustainable forests or from quick-growing bamboo, as opposed to illegally harvested timber, and how consumers can recognize these products. June 2008.
Episode 7
Runtime: 4:57		 David Steinman and Katherine Mieszkowski, staff writer for Salon magazine, discuss the problems related to the widespread use and disposal of plastic shopping bags, including the effects on the environment.  They discuss how few bags are currently recycled as well as solutions for the future. June 2008.
Episode 6
Runtime: 6:31		 David Steinman speaks with Glenn Jampol, President of the National Chamber of EcoTourism and founder of the Finca Rosa Blanca Hotel in Costa Rica, about eco-tourism to Costa Rica.  They discuss the bio-diversity of the Costa Rican rainforest and the measures being taken towards sustainability and creating a carbon neutral tourist destination. June 2008.
Episode 5
Runtime: 5:38		 David Steinman and Joe Gershen of Tellurian Biodiesel discuss the benefits of biodiesel, and talk about how Golden State Foods and McDonald’s are using recycled cooking oil to power their company vehicles.  The potential role of algae in biodfuels is also discussed. June 2008.
Episode 4
Runtime: 5:10		 David Steinman and Brant Olson of the Rainforest Action Network discuss RAN’s Global Finance Campaign and the importance of selecting credit cards from banks and credit card companies according to their values and the types of projects they finance. April 2008.
Episode 3
Runtime: 5:14		 David Steinman and Chelsea Sexton of Plug-In America discuss the results of a vote by the California Air Resources Board regarding California’s Zero Emissions Vehicles program, and the benefits of electric vehicles. April 2008.
Episode 1
Runtime: 7:54		 David Steinman talks with Greg Horn, author of Living Green: A Practical Guide to Sustainability about the basics of starting a green lifestyle. March 2008