This or Something Better
with Regan Nelson
This or Something Better is a podcast dedicated to the stories of innovators and positive changemakers committed to making the world better. Each week you will hear from founders and CEOs, Olympic athletes, health and wellness professionals, authors, motivational speakers and those whose passion and work is dedicated to Something Better. Guests will provide listeners with insights, advice and inspiration on how to bring positive change to your own life, work and world.
This or Something Better is a life mantra of the host, Regan Nelson. Regan is a lifelong learner and self-development junkie, an outdoor enthusiast and an advocate for Better Beauty. Regan lives in Sun Valley, Idaho with her husband and daughter. Follow her adventures on Instagram @this.orsomethingbetter or connect with her on Facebook at The This or Something Better Podcast.
Latest Episodes
Episode 19: Simple Steps to Reduce Toxins in Your Home With Andy Pace
I talk a lot here on the podcast about the toxic chemicals we bring into our homes, like personal care items and cleaning supplies. But have you ever stopped to consider what your home itself is made of? Today, we’re diving into that topic with Andy…
Episode 90: Building More Confident Competitors and Parents with Breanne Smedley
I am going to put it out there in all my shame and embarrassment, but there have been multiple occasions in the past few years where I have said something to my daughter after a game or race and then immediately knew it was the wrong thing to say….
Episode 89: Saving The Planet with Paul Lightfoot of Patagonia Provisions
There is only one brand whose mission is to save the planet, and that is Patagonia. Just recently, the founder, Yvon Chouinard, transferred his family’s ownership of the company, valued at $3 billion, to a specifically designed trust and non-profit…
Episode 88: Environmental Toxins and Declining Sperm Count with Dr. Shanna Swan
Fertility has dropped more than 50% over the past 50 years worldwide and while some might think it’s an evolution problem, that’s not the case. The reality is that chemicals in our environment and unhealthy lifestyle practices are disrupting our…
Episode 87: Making Clothes a Force For Good with Lu Barnes & Scott Welch
Our consumption of clothing has risen by 400% in the last two decades. The textile industry produces 10% of global greenhouse emissions. Approximately 85% of clothing ends up in a landfill, and the average U.S. shopper doesn’t wear 50% of the…
Episode 86: Elevating Women Led Business with Cassie Abel
Women are 50.8% of the population and 52% of the professional level workforce. Yet, in the world, Women account for only 25% of senior-level officials and managers, only 20% of board seats and only 6% of CEOs. With a lot of discussion happening…
Episode 85: Connecting to a Cleaner, Cooler Future with Nina Tooley
Many people find it hard to talk about climate change. They find it overwhelming, frightening, or even uncomfortable. While we may not realize it, simply talking about climate change can be an important step toward addressing the problem. I hope this…
Episode 84: Building a Healthy Home with Andrew Pace
When we hear the word environment, we often think of the natural resources around us; water, soil, and air. After today’s episode you might agree that the most important part of our environment is not the outdoors but indoors in the home we live in….
Episode 83: Environmental Toxins and Your Reproductive Health with Dr. Lora Shahine
One of the topics we discuss regularly here on the podcast is the impact of environmental toxins on our health, and today we’re digging specifically into their impact on reproductive health. My guest is Dr. Lora Shahine. She is a…
Episode 82: My Green Mattress with Tim Masters
We spend approximately 30% of our life sleeping on a mattress, yet have you ever thought about what your mattress is made of and how that might also be impacting your health. When Tim Masters’ infant daughter was suffering from severe allergies…