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Did Radovan Karadzic have a deal with the Americans? I hope not. I’ve seen, first hand, the devastation of war in the former Yugoslavia. I remember standing in what had once been a thriving ski resort in the mountains of Bosnia. Only a few years ...
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Below is Passion for the Planet's new guest blog from Annie Lawler, Managing Director of Breathing Space Therapies & Breathing Space for Business - read more here. Sometimes we don't want to admit to feeling overwhelmed, we feel we should be able...
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Below is Passion for the Planet's new guest blog from Annie Lawler, Managing Director of Breathing Space Therapies & Breathing Space for Business - read more here. Sometimes we don't want to admit to feeling overwhelmed, we feel we should be able...
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Read more of Passion for the Planet's Blog here. Is it possible to build something that is both highly functional & breathtakingly beautiful? Is it possible to turn an incinerator into a work of art? Is it possible to make the disposal of a cit...
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Read more of Passion for the Planet's Blog here. I am standing in a cellar surrounded by over 20,000 bottles of carefully chosen wine. I have a bottle of Moet et Chandon Imperial in my left hand and a large knife in my right hand. Slowly I run t...
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Read more of Passion for the Planet's Blog here. I am standing in a cellar surrounded by over 20,000 bottles of carefully chosen wine. I have a bottle of Moet et Chandon Imperial in my left hand and a large knife in my right hand. Slowly I run t...
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I was personally invited by:
Karen M
My Pledge for Change: In the Spirit of Harmony with Our Planet
I want to change the world by helping people understand their options and the consequences of their actions.
I am vegetarian (livestock production is the single biggest contributor to climate change and environmental degradation.)

As well as founding the UK's only environment focused radio station; Passion for the Planet, I have recently given up my car. We are now a completely car-less company and household.
About Me:
Hi, I'm Chantal and I'm co-founder and owner of DAB digital radio station 'Passion for the Planet' - the UK's only radio station dedicated to a "green and healthy" lifestyle, with an eclectic mix of adult contemporary and World Music. Have a listen at www.passionfortheplanet.com.

I'm absolutely passionate about radio, about the environment and about taking responsibility for our health. And I believe anything is possible!

My dream was to own a radio station; not just another radio station with the typical mix of pop music and celebrity gossip. I wanted to create something new, something that had never been offered in the UK before - a radio station that would deal with health, personal development and environmental issues; that would be entertaining, informative and inspiring, balanced with great music from around the world. So I did - and it's called 'Passion for the Planet'.

'Passion for the Planet' began broadcasting on DAB (digital radio) on 10 September 2002. Passion reaches over 90,000 people per week. Passion offers a unique blend of music and information that can't be heard on any other radio station in the UK.

In 2004 Passion for the Planet received a Special Commendation for the Best Radio Feature at the British Environment and Media Awards. Passion has been voted one of the top 10 digital stations in the UK by The Telegraph, and received a green business award from The Green Guardian, and a special commendation in the Triodos Women in Ethical Business Awards.

I've been a passionate advocate for health and environmental issues for many years but frustrated by the lack of information available through mainstream media and the often negative approach taken to issues like the environment, alternative health and personal development.

The aim of 'Passion for the Planet' is to fill this void with inspiring solutions to issues that reflect the concerns of individuals, presented in an entertaining format of interviews, combined with an eclectic mix of music.

I'm also a Reiki Master and have trained with 'Psychology of Vision' founder, Chuck Spezzano and 'Mythogenic Self' creator, Joseph Riggio. I'm also featured in Nick William's book Powerful Beyond Measure, published by Bantam.

It's important that Passion's philosophy extends to the office environment, which follows the principles of Feng Shui in its layout and colour scheme. The studios are sound proofed with organic hemp from Scotland, there are recycling bins for waste, as well as plants and crystals to keep the air clean - the station really does walk the talk.

'Passion for the Planet' is available on DAB digital radio across London and the South of England and nationwide on the Internet at www.passionfortheplanet.com. It would be great if you can join us.

We have just launched PassionSELECT. You can listen "on demand" to our Passion for the Planet Podcasts. Listen to interviews with leading experts in the field of health, the Environment, and Personal Development. All available on our web site www.passionfortheplanet.com

So how may Passion for the Planet be able help you?

* We can help you reach over 90,000 ABC1 adults each week through a range of cost effective advertising packages.
* We can produce compelling, high quality podcasts to help you market your business and build your subscriber base.
* We can help you produce a range of professional audio products that both promote your services and provide you with a residual income
* And finally, I run regular workshops to show ethical business people how to get themselves on the TV, radio and in the Press. Details of my next workshop are at www.passionfortheplanet.com.

Tune in to Passion and say hello!

Chantal
Website:(if any)
http://www.passionfortheplanet.com
I wish to join:
to promote my ethical business, to help save the planet, to make a difference in the lives of others
I feel I can contribute in the following ways:
Loyalty, business advice, discounts and incentives, networking, supporting social and environmental conscious enterprise
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http://ChantalCooke
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Facebook, Ecademy, LinkedIn
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Armoured Tanks, AK47s, cups of tea and tears.

Did Radovan Karadzic have a deal with the Americans? I hope not. I’ve seen, first hand, the devastation of war in the former Yugoslavia.

I remember standing in what had once been a thriving ski resort in the mountains of Bosnia. Only a few years before this area had been full of tourists. Now the hotel was a burnt wreck, the ground at my feet littered with spent shells from AK47s, and looming lonely in the debris was a memorial to the men who had fought and died here just a few short years ago.… Continue

Posted on November 6, 2009 at 10:23am —

Chantal Cooke

Distributing food, maybe one day in a flying car?

Below is the latest passion for the planet blog from our news partner FSN.

New York non-profit distributes leftover Yankee Stadium food.
Feature Story News New York Bureau Chief Nathan King has filed a video about the work of founder of 'Rock and Wrap It Up' who gives left over food from Yankee baseball games to people in need.

British Space Agency tests 'crackpot' antContinue

Posted on November 5, 2009 at 11:00am —

Chantal Cooke

10 Things To Do If You're Feeling Stressed By Annie Lawler

Below is Passion for the Planet's new guest blog from Annie Lawler, Managing Director of Breathing Space Therapies & Breathing Space for Business - read more here.

Sometimes we don't want to admit to feeling overwhelmed, we feel we should be able to cope with everything life throws at… Continue

Posted on November 4, 2009 at 12:00pm —

Chantal Cooke

Can golf courses help save threatened birds?

Environmentally friendly and rich in biodiversity are not phrases you often hear associated with golf course.

However they could be ideal places to provide sanctuaries for threatened birds and other wildlife.

In the past golf courses have been criticised by green groups for excessive water, pesticide and fertiliser use but a new joint publication, Birds and Golf Courses: A Guide to Habitat Management, marks a change in attitude by the industry.

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Posted on November 3, 2009 at 10:00am —

Chantal Cooke

Wine Tasting with Elly Munro.

How many times have you stood in a shop staring at a wall of wine bottles hoping for some inspiration, determined not to give in to the easy option of going for a Hardys, Gallo or Jacobs Creek? Do you know what you like when you taste it, but don't know what to look for to give you that taste? Then you need some top tips from wine expert Elly Munro.
Listen to Elly’s interview and read more of the PASSION for the PLANET Blog.

Posted on November 2, 2009 at 4:37pm —

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At 12:46pm on August 25, 2009, Russell Timothy said…
Hello, warm greetings to U from India & I would like to add you as friends, and would be honored if you would accept my friend request.
At 10:30am on July 15, 2009, HelpStopCruelty said…
I have found a government petition that hasn't had much promotion and it needs to get 200 signatures by 21/08/09 to be put forward to government officials, at the moment it has 121.
Please could you sign this petition to help end live animal skinning in China, it would be a shame for it not to reach its target.
The link is http://petitions.number10.gov.uk/ChineseCruelty/
Thank you very much!!
At 7:02pm on April 7, 2009, Ces Loftus said…
Hi Chantal
I am now following you on twitter.
Was great to chat when we met up at Grow Your Own Business in Birmingham a while ago. Always happy to support a fellow pledger and love Passion for the Planet anyway.
You can find me @Ces_Creatively
Creative Director
Editor - The SME Brand News
www.craetivelyminded.com
At 12:15pm on June 9, 2008, Jonathan Loftus, Company : Refreshingly Different - Creatively Minded Design said…
Hi there Chantal,
your profile makes a very long but very interesting read. Maybe we could connect? check out my site www.creativelyminded.com
I shall have to listen to your station. We are car free too but not o much by choice as due to cost of running! Still even if forced into it we are getting used to it now!
Take Care and a big Congratulations on what you have achieved and for being an inspiration to others.
Kind Regards J
At 8:37pm on May 16, 2008, Greg Lunger said…


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