The Green Mind

Evolving Environmental Economics: A Conversation with Elizabeth Schuster

Join Leander as he catches up with Elizabeth Schuster, discussing her journey as an environmental economist, the evolution of her consulting work, and the changing landsc

Reconnecting with Nature and Community: A Conversation with Jason Swann

Join Leander as he catches up with Jason Swann, discussing personal growth, conservation work, and the challenges facing outdoor education and recreation providers. They

Advancing Inclusivity in Conservation: A Conversation with Nikki Cox

Join Leander as he catches up with Nikki Cox, discussing her evolving role in inclusivity within the U.S. Forest Service, the challenges of returning to work after time a

Reconnecting with Roots and Nature: A Conversation with Dani Reyes-Acosta

Join Leander as he talks with Dani Reyes-Acosta, an athlete, visual storyteller, and strategic advisor. They explore themes of ancestry, identity, and the complexities of

Transformative Change and Global Solutions: A Conversation with Dr. Paul Zeitz

Join Leander as he talks with Dr. Paul Zeitz, a physician, epidemiologist, and author, about his journey from medical professional to global advocate. They explore the in

Building Community and Fostering Inclusivity: A Conversation with Parker McMullen-Bushman

Join Leander as he reconnects with Parker McMullen-Bushman, discussing the challenges of managing a multi-generational household, the importance of community building in

Reflecting on Season 4 and the State of Conservation

Join Leander as he introduces Season 4 of The Green Mind Podcast, reflecting on the past two years, the current state of conservation, and the themes that emerged during

Final Episode

Leander wraps up Season 3 and talks about the future of The Green Mind Podcast. Support his journey in bringing this podcast to listeners into the future.  Episode Highl

DEI in Natural Resource Departments

Professor Leander Lacy connects with Dr. Rickey Frierson to discuss the academic institutions that are producing the future leaders in natural resources. Dr. Frierson is

Environmental Justice, Law, and Water

Leander connects with an old friend, Veronica Oakler, from his undergrad program in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation at the University of Florida. Go Gators! They take a

Diversifying Perspectives for Water Conservation

Leander meets up with Blake Osborn to talk about a great program happening at Colorado State University attempting to get more voices into the water conservation world. L

The System Called Conservation

Leander meets Grace Anderson for the first time and they unpack the conservation field and the various impacts the system has on all people. Grace is very interested in s

Meet the Commissioners

Leander talks to local Commissioners Adam (Colorado Parks and Wildlife) and Nanjappa (Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission) as they explore what it means to be a

Ep. 3 Land Ownership and Food Justice

Leander catches up with another friend from his old graduate program: Conservation Leadership Masters Program at Colorado State University. Leander finds out what Dr. Ada

Diversifying the Conservation Field

Join Leander as he discusses the pathway to conservation with a Black conservationist named Diquan. Leander and Diquan share stories about navigating a conservation caree

Academic Institutions and Conservation

Join Leander as he discusses the North Carolina State University’s contribution to raising the next generation of conservationists through this conversation with Dean Myr

Fireside Chat with Lacy Consulting Services

Join Leander as he talks with his employees about the future of conservation’s organizational culture. Leander is creating the future of conservation and he invites you t

Grace, Strength, and Resilience

Leander meets the amazing storyteller Regina Lopez Whiteskunk from the mountain Ute tribe. They talk about the rollercoaster of identity empowerment and how being Ute pla

Power of a Conservation Network

Leander Lacy catches up with his old colleague and friend Cristina Lasch to talk about the powerful Conservation Coaches Network. They discuss the history of the network

Environmental and Social Justice: Blurring the Lines

Leander meets for the first time the amazing Estephanie. A wonderful recommendation from Crystal Egli. Listen in on this budding friendship as they tackle the intersectio