Paris sits down with the multi-talented Joshua Green, a man wearing many hats from real estate to photography and environmental activism. Joshua shares insights into his fascinating background, including his mother, Dorothy Green, the founder of Heal the Bay. They delve into critical issues facing California, particularly the water crisis, discussing mismanagement, outdated water rights, and the controversial Delta Conveyance Project. Joshua's organization, C-WIN.org, is actively working to address these problems through litigation and advocating for fair water distribution.
Beyond environmental concerns, Joshua opens up about his spiritual journey as a Buddhist and his studies with Namkhai Nyingpo Rinpoche. He reflects on the concept of impermanence and how it shapes his perspective on material possessions and life's challenges, even during the recent fires. Joshua's calm demeanor and spiritual grounding offer a unique viewpoint on navigating difficult times. He also shares his passion for photography, revealing his history with darkroom development and his current digital work with a Leica M11P.
Join Paris and Joshua for a thought-provoking conversation that covers a wide range of topics, from environmental activism to spirituality and the arts. Discover the hidden complexities of California's water issues, gain insight into Buddhist philosophy, and learn about Joshua's artistic pursuits. Plus, get a sneak peek into Joshua's involvement with LACMA's Curator's Circle and a potential future fundraiser for fire relief. Don't miss this engaging episode of the Paris Chong Show!
Episode Timestamps
(00:00:00) Intro
(00:00:25) Joshua Green
(00:01:50) Very Famous Mother
(00:05:48) CA's Water Problem
(00:12:41) LA Wildfires Talk
(00:16:49) Guru
(00:20:11) Photography
(00:23:34) Organizing Together
(00:26:33) His Eminence
(00:29:18) Water Conservation
(00:32:58) Curator's Circle LACMA
(00:37:27) Outro
Links to Joshua Green
- Link to Green's Bio on C-Win.org - Website
Links to Articles
- LA Times Article about Dorothy Green - Link
🎵 Music by Andrew Raiher
📸 Shot & Edited at Visible Audio Studios
