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Care More Be Better: A Podcast For Sustainable Social Impact and RegenerationAuthor: Corinna Bellizzi
Care More Be Better, invites you to care more so we can create a better world together. We amplify the voices of environmentalists, activists, health and nutrition gurus, scientists, and leading experts who seek to make the world a better place. Over the course of more than 250 interview episodes, you'll hear from experts like Jean-Michel Cousteau, Paul Hawken, Nina Simons, Dr. Wallace J. Nichols, Captain Liz Clark, Dr. William Li, Miyoko Schinner, John Roulac, Chef Babette Davis, Kelly Reyerson (@glyphosategirl), Donna Grantis and many more. These global change agents and activists create positive impacts and encourage us to think globally while also acting locally. Listen for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Audible, on our website, and on most major podcast platforms. Inspired by Paul Hawkens aspirational book Regeneration - Ending The Climate Crisis In One Generation, and the late Dr. Wallace J. Nichols' Blue Mind Movement, this show aims to create a realistic roadmap to build a better future. As Paul Hawken simply states: Global warming is not a science problem. Its a human problem. On this journey, you'll become the person you aspire to be by remaining curious, thinking deeply, and listening intently while looking inward. You'll discover your internal wisdom and learn to listen to your inner voice to receive the gifts nature provides fully. Become part of the regeneration nation by expanding your knowledge of agriculture, social systems, and help us build a more circular and just economy. The stories we tell will get you thinking about how to secure the future for the human race and all Earth's inhabitants - from how you can build positive change in your local community, to how you might broaden your reach and impact globally. About Our Host: A natural products industry executive, Corinna Bellizzi helped develop and grow several responsible, sustainable nutrition brands including: Nordic Naturals and ORLO Nutrition. With these achievements and ex Language: en-us Genres: Documentary, Earth Sciences, Science, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Sex Trafficking Hidden in Plain Sight: Stories, Systems, and How to Take Action
Wednesday, 11 February, 2026
Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions of sex trafficking, sexual exploitation, and abuse. Sex trafficking does not only happen “somewhere else.” It thrives in silence, misunderstanding, and systems that fail to protect vulnerable youth. In this re-released episode of Care More Be Better, Corinna Bellizzi speaks with Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Melody C. Miller about her documentary California’s Forgotten Children and the real-world impact it has had in schools, communities, and institutions across the United States. Melody began this work as a teenager, believing trafficking was a distant issue, only to discover that students from her own high school were being exploited. That realization led her to volunteer with survivor-led organizations, undergo trauma-informed training, and ultimately spend five years creating a film that centers survivor voices and equips communities with tools for prevention and response. This conversation is also deeply personal. Corinna shares her own experience of running away at thirteen and the vulnerability that follows when young people are left without safety, support, or options. Together, she and Melody unpack what sex trafficking actually looks like, how grooming and coercion operate, and why language, awareness, and informed action matter. Rather than focusing on perpetrators or sensational stories, this episode centers: Survivor-led insight <li>Community-based prevention</li> <li>Trauma-informed response</li> <li>Practical guidance for recognizing and reporting exploitation</li> Listeners will come away with a clearer understanding of how trafficking hides in plain sight—and how ordinary people can help interrupt it without putting themselves or others at risk. What We Cover in This Episode How Melody discovered trafficking within her own community <li>Why sex trafficking is often misunderstood and misidentified</li> <li>The importance of survivor-centered language and reporting</li> <li>How schools and communities can safely intervene</li> <li>Real outcomes from film screenings, including victims coming forward</li> <li>Trauma-informed approaches in policing and education</li> <li>What each of us can do to help protect vulnerable youth</li> If this episode feels heavy, you’re not alone. Support resources are included below, and listeners are encouraged to engage at their own pace. Special Re-Release Offering In honor of this episode re-share, filmmaker Melody C. Miller is offering a free viewing of California’s Forgotten Children for the first 50 viewers. ️Use code CARE at checkout: https://californiasforgottenchildrendocumentary.vhx.tv Melody is also currently in post-production on her new documentary, Thriv(h)er, which follows young cancer survivors and mothers navigating life, healing, and resilience. ️Watch the teaser: https://vimeo.com/1131769274/abf79b9e1c Learn more: https://www.thrivherfilm.com/ Additional Resources Mentioned If you suspect human trafficking or exploitation, support is available: National Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888 Text HELP to 233733 (BEFREE) humantraffickinghotline.org National Runaway Safeline 800-RUN-AWAY (786-2929) 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or text 988 About the Guest Melody C. Miller is an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker and cinematographer. Her first feature documentary, California’s Forgotten Children (2018), won Best Documentary at the Soho International Film Festival and has screened internationally, including at the United States Senate and the United States of Women Summit. The film has been used as a training and education tool in schools, nonprofits, and institutions, helping communities recognize and respond to sex trafficking with care and accountability. Learn more: • https://mcmfilmmaker.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
