tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11494657974908556432024-03-13T05:27:33.071-07:00Randy Olsen BlogEmpowering & InspiringUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149465797490855643.post-47551359403401754612011-07-25T20:40:00.000-07:002011-07-25T23:40:43.658-07:00Jack Oliver former President of The Beatles' Apple Records - Currently Developing Films and Other Projects<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TvHvewseudI/Ti5KgdfLFFI/AAAAAAAAAJM/YgrfLd1jdDw/s1600/IMG_0971.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TvHvewseudI/Ti5KgdfLFFI/AAAAAAAAAJM/YgrfLd1jdDw/s320/IMG_0971.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5633522105418716242" /></a>It is a delight working with collaborative development partner Jack Oliver these past number of years now. This article features Jack, former Beatles' Apple Corps executive and President of the renown Apple Records. Jack's impressive history has never stopped writing itself with one significant accomplishment after another, right up to what he's currently got going.<br /><br /><b>But Jack's bio speaks for itself...</b><div><br />Jack Oliver was born and raised in London, England and got his start in the music industry at Chappell’s Music Publishing on Bond Street. After two years at Chappell’s, he formed a band with songwriter, Gary Osborne called “The Chocolate Watchband.” The band signed with</div><div>Decca Records, but after severalsuccessful singles -- disbanded.<img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 255px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-aGJnleLSxzw/Ti48ZgJjlLI/AAAAAAAAAJE/w2rvcvvHzsA/s320/Screen%2Bshot%2B2011-02-15%2Bat%2B10.06.15%2BAM.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5633506592711480498" /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>In 1967, Oliver joined from the Beatles Company, Apple in the music publishing division. After working with famed Apple publicist Derek Taylor, he also managed Mary Hopkin when she was first signed. Oliver became the Head of Apple Records from 1969 – 1971<br /><br /></div><div>When the Beatles split in 1971, Oliver moved to Los Angeles, California wh</div><div>ere he partnered with Peter Asher in a firm specializingin management, production and publishing for acclaimed artists such as Linda Ronstadt and James Taylor.<div><br /></div><div>Oliver went on to produce concerts and tours in the United States and abroad for Cat Stevens, James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt, Jackson Browne, Barbara Streisand, Carole King, America, The Motels and The Eagles. In addition, he produced videos and handled product management for Disney Pictures, Jordache Jeans, Virgin Video, Datsun Motors, Madonna, and Elton John - plus concept development and production of the long-running Las Vegas show, 'SPLASH.'<br /><br /></div><div>From 1994 –2001, Oliverwas a personal advisor and chief of staff for Academy-Award winning actor, Nicolas Cage. In this capacity, Oliver also managed Cage’s production companies -- Saturn Productions and Saturn Films.</div><div><br /><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 266px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-iFJBd6MNj2M/Ti5KwIGBf8I/AAAAAAAAAJU/EE-c8KF15P0/s320/jack-oliver-and-randy-olsen.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5633522374553993154" /><div>Oliver is currently writing and producing. He has three projects in active development, including: a documentary celebrating the Beatles company Apple , a Sixties era musical drama; and his first autobiographical novel.</div></div></div><div><br /></div><div><i>Jack Oliver and Randy Olsen pictured together (Jack on the right).</i></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149465797490855643.post-18670598568523927692009-02-21T17:30:00.000-08:002009-02-25T13:04:42.256-08:00'The Good Life with Jesse Dylan' - Avalible March 1st<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SaCuFC9GDYI/AAAAAAAAAH4/MnYczWcFgO8/s1600-h/Cover_THE_GOOD_LIFE.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 200px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SaCuFC9GDYI/AAAAAAAAAH4/MnYczWcFgO8/s200/Cover_THE_GOOD_LIFE.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5305431762758143362" border="0" /></a>It's a delight working with Jesse Dylan, Wiley & Sons, and the team on the launch of this great new book, <span style="font-style: italic;">The Good Life!</span><br /><br />Jesse Dylan really wants to help people improve their lives. His life was transformed by the amazing people he's interviewed, on his radio show, over the years and now he wants to share these insights, that helped him, with everyone.<br /><br />And that's exactly what he does in this book, <span style="font-style: italic;">The Good Life with Jesse Dylan: Redefining Your Health with the Greatest Visionaries of Our Time</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;">You'll get the idea when you watch the book trailer that we created...<br /><br /></span><a href="http://goodlifenetworks.com/"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dwcwZWHf2Wi4Wk8VvHk_eqiZRgsjVjLrCk6WwrhNvntg12tPuz2OiDW5_deeE5edyX_mzvphCEJcxuCg1XiQA' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></a><br /><br />Visit the publisher's website for more info. on...<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;"><a style="color: rgb(102, 0, 204);" href="http://www.wiley.com/WileyCDA/WileyTitle/productCd-0470156945.html">The Good Life with Jesse Dylan: Redefining Your Health with the Greatest Visionaries of Our Time</a><br /><br /></span><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Endorsements...</span><br /></div><span style="font-style: italic;"><br />"The Good Life is the new definition of holistic health - it's a book that will help change lives."<br /><br />- Deepak Chopra, author of Jesus: A Story of Enlightenment<br /><br /><br /></span><span style="font-style: italic;">"The wisdom and practices in this book will usher you into a holistic way of life that supports your purpose on the planet—to flourish and glow as you deliver your talents, gifts, and skills for the benefit of all beings.</span>" <span style="font-style: italic;"> <br /><br />- Michael Bernard Beckwith, a</span><span style="font-style: italic;">uthor of Spiritual Liberation~Fulfilling Your Soul’s Potential</span><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">“Jesse Dylan has attracted the most amazing, powerful and influential leaders in the categories that matter most. It’s brilliant – people will love this book!”</span> <span style="font-style: italic;"><br /><br />- Leeza Gibbons, television and radio host</span> <span style="font-style: italic;"><br /><br /><br /></span><span style="font-style: italic;">"The Good Life by Jesse Dylan is a powerfu</span><span style="font-style: italic;">l and in depth integration of some of the wisdom gifts of some outstanding visionaries and holistic thinkers of this era covering the full spectrum of body, mind, and spiritual information and inspiration. It is a wonderful synergy that will support and encourage many into living the Good Life."</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">- Dr. Gabriel Cousens, author of There is a Cure for Diabetes, Conscious Eating, Depression Free for LIfe, and Director of the Tree of Life Rejuvenation Center</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;"><br /><br />"In The Good Life, Jesse Dylan has gathered a perfect blend of viewpoints and guidelines for healthy living, from some of the most brilliant minds of our time. If you are searching for ideas to expand your consciousness in the areas of health, wealth and happiness this book is a must read!"<br /><br />- Dannion and Kathryn Brinkley, authors of Secrets of the Light: Lessons from Heaven<br /><br /><br />"The inspired thoughts and insights in The Good Life will help people create their dreams and live the abundant life they are meant to enjoy.</span>" <span style="font-style: italic;"><br /><br />- Dr. John Demartini, author The Riches Within</span><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://goodlifenetworks.com/"><span style="color: rgb(0, 153, 0); font-weight: bold;font-family:arial;" >G</span><span style="color: rgb(0, 153, 0); font-weight: bold;font-family:arial;" >OOD LIFE</span><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:arial;" > <span style="color: rgb(153, 153, 153);">NETWORKS</span>.<span style="color: rgb(0, 153, 0);">com</span></span></a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size:78%;">The Book Launch Team (alphabetical order): Dan Del Campos, Robin Dutta-Roy, Jesse Dylan, Leah Fairbank, Christopher Hillman, Erin Kelly, David Langer, Randy Olsen, John Raatz, Dea Shandera, Justin Sudds<br /><br />Book Trailer Credits: Eric Allen (location camera), Filip Dobosz (studio camera), Jesse Dylan (executive producer), Christopher Hillman (producer), Brian Holt (location camera / field producer), Randy Olsen (producer / director / </span><span style="font-size:78%;">behind-the-scenes camera</span><span style="font-size:78%;">), Dea Shandera (producer), Ricco Yeung (editor), AJ Vesak (director)</span><br /><br /><br /></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149465797490855643.post-50409188307386253942009-01-23T10:57:00.000-08:002009-02-25T13:10:45.067-08:00Fast for the Planet - Love Yourself, Heal the PlanetMy enthusiasm grows as we prepare for the first '<a href="http://www.juicefastforpeace.com/">Juice Fast for Peace</a>' launching March 1st 2009 in Los Angeles!<br /><br /><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SXtIM1YzXcI/AAAAAAAAAHk/ueZuh7wX0DU/s1600-h/Banner_Juice_Fast_LA2009.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 66px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SXtIM1YzXcI/AAAAAAAAAHk/ueZuh7wX0DU/s200/Banner_Juice_Fast_LA2009.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294905172230888898" border="0" /></a></div><br /><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SXtJZihiWwI/AAAAAAAAAHs/1UCfRTNu3I0/s1600-h/Gabriel_Cousens_Michael_Beckwith.png"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 129px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SXtJZihiWwI/AAAAAAAAAHs/1UCfRTNu3I0/s200/Gabriel_Cousens_Michael_Beckwith.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294906490017176322" border="0" /></a>It is a joy working with Dr. Gabriel Cousens, Rev. Michael Beckwith, Michael Bedar, Jaia Lee and the Fast teams at both The Tree of Life and Agape International Spiritual Center on this beautiful project educating people about plant based diets!<br /><br />Dr. Michael Beckwith, Gabriel Cousens, MD and staff guide you on a spiritual journey of transformation to unblock the Divine source of youth, vitality and harmony. Embrace a lifestyle and diet that enhances feeling oneness with the planet, and reduces 1.5 tons of carbon footprint per year per person.<br /><br />It is exciting to know about how many people will learn and shift from what we are staring here. Helping to heal ourselves and the planet through reducing the dietary and lifestyle effects that cripple our living planet's ecosystem (which we are inseparably a part of).<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Juice Fast for Peace -- Heal the Planet and Ourselves<br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;">March 1st - 8th 2009<br />Los Angeles<br /></div><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">"We're not trying to save the world, we're trying to server an emrging paradigm."</span> <span style="font-style: italic;"> - Rev. Michael Beckwith</span><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149465797490855643.post-72444850798639494122009-01-23T09:25:00.000-08:002009-01-25T09:36:42.516-08:00Palm Springs International Film Festival<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SXoNcrZMf5I/AAAAAAAAAGk/Y2eefKuIZQ8/s1600-h/Gus_Van_Sant_Randy_Olsen_20139.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SXoNcrZMf5I/AAAAAAAAAGk/Y2eefKuIZQ8/s200/Gus_Van_Sant_Randy_Olsen_20139.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294559098263338898" border="0" /></a>This film festival has always been dear to my heart. The energy in which Sony Bono founded it still remains to this day (boy was Sony a nice guy). I have seen some amazing films and met some talented, lovely people, at this festival, over the years (some of which have remained valued friends). One film, that still stands out in my mind, is the documentary on the impact that China's crimes have had on the people of Tibet titled <i>'What Remains of Us.'</i> If you get the opportunity to experience this film it's worth the time.<div><br /><div><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SXoQfnf5OZI/AAAAAAAAAHM/1zISJsXNRS8/s200/Ron_Howard_PSFilm_20122.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294562447292184978" border="0" /></div><div>This year I was very impressed with the black tie gala awards. The tribute reels were well produced and the evening moved at a good, smooth pace. Among the honorees this year were</div><div>Ron Howard, Dustin Hoffman, Clint Eastwood, Anne Hathaway, Gus Van Sant, Sean Penn and others. I was most touched by the Ron Howard tribute... it's clear that this guy is allowing his light to shine. Ever kind, understanding, patient and caring his genuine heart shows</div><div>in his work. Ron is a clear example of someone living their purpose, their passion. He loves what he does and does it well, thoughtfully and throughly. He has touched so many in the most positive way, a joy to work with. </div><div><br /></div><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SXoONaB3jeI/AAAAAAAAAG0/DMUPp5haSKg/s200/Client_Eastwood_Randy_Olsen_20126.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294559935415684578" border="0" /><div>Client Eastwood also touched me. Though he often plays the though guy he clearly has a sensitive side. I have always found him to be kind, taking time for most everyone. I was standing backstage, just to his right, as he was watching the tribute reel play prior to being brought on stage. When the clip of his late mother came on screen, her says <i>"I fell in love with him the moment they handed him to me,"</i> his eyes welled up with tears. </div><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SXoP9kKay_I/AAAAAAAAAHE/3VVrgDQn9IM/s200/Clint_Eastwood_PSFilm_20124.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294561862281251826" border="0" /><div>I felt the sentimental energy and connected to his sensitivity. </div><div><br /></div><div>I enjoyed this evening and this year's festival. I must say that I have felt a profound shift in the way I approach such events. What's important has shifted and I see things in a very different light. It's easy to iden</div><div>tify substance and authenticity now and it's clear that renown should follow substance rather than fame waging the dog.</div><div><br /></div><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SXoOzoolDcI/AAAAAAAAAG8/QoUrQPFgHlg/s200/Randy+Olsen_Josh_Brolin_20135.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294560592171175362" border="0" /><div>I did not know Josh Brolin before this evening but I got'a say he was a class act... a nice guy. Gus Van Sant is also worth mentioning... clearly a man that runs deep... quite, deep. Gus was a friend of the late <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/River_Phoenix">River Phoenix</a> (River was an animal rights supporter and proponent of plant based diets long before it was cool... He paved the way in Hollywood for where we are today... River was a sweet soul, the first person to introduce me to gourmet vegetarian food and explain to me the impacts of meat consumption on our environment and health. </div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you to all that had a hand in hosting us in the most elegant way. </div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149465797490855643.post-28606883863784223032008-09-10T13:48:00.001-07:002008-10-11T09:17:48.597-07:00Deepak Chopra Webcast Series - "Jesus and the Awakening to God-Consciousness"<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SNaMpd2BEwI/AAAAAAAAAFc/FqfIzZGl9_k/s1600-h/_MG_9181_2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SNaMpd2BEwI/AAAAAAAAAFc/FqfIzZGl9_k/s200/_MG_9181_2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5248537059760608002" border="0" /></a>I am deeply grateful to be a part of this free six week series. This is powerful stuff! We are fast moving toward oneness and unity.<br /><br />Join best-selling author and renowned spiritual leader Deepak Chopra along with leading Unity minister Wendy Craig-Purcell for a bold upcoming six-part video Webcast series on <i>“Jesus and the Awakening to God-Consciousness,”</i> based on Chopra’s recent book <i>“The Third Jesus: The Christ We Cannot Ignore.”</i><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SMgyy4IfpcI/AAAAAAAAAFM/EBkbFd1P4tg/s200/Flyer_Chopra_Unity.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5244497615715804610" border="0" /><div>The Web series contends that Jesus was not trying to start a new religion, nor was he aiming his teachings at </div><div>some people and not others. He was pointing the way for all of us to experience the awakening that he himself had experienced.</div><div><br />The Web series explores each phase in the journey to God-consciousness and how you can apply the wisdom of Jesus on your own path to enlightenment. We’re not trying to change anyone’s mind or beliefs. We’re just offering an alternative view.”<br />Chopra sees Jesus' teachings as unive</div><div>rsal, even though a particular religion – Christianity – was created around him.<br />One of my favorite excerpts from the series, quoting Deepak Chopra, is...<br /><br /><i><i>"We have amazing modern capacities to destroy ourselves..." "...there is an urgency...." "The same modern capacity to bring the diabolical also brings the divine... we have the ability to connect with each other, to share our ideas, to share love, to share our caring, to share our compassion... an unprecedente</i></i></div><div><i><i>d capacity that we did not have before."</i></i><br /><br /></div><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SNaXYGTc4rI/AAAAAAAAAF0/nCZX-AT8Fn4/s200/Wendy_Deepak.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5248548856011743922" border="0" /><div>The free six week series, with Deepak Chopra, begins on Wednesday, October 15th 2008 and continues every Wednesday through November 19th. Tune in at <a href="http://www.modavox.com/unityFM/">www.unity.fm</a></div><div><br />Oct. 15: Who Is Jesus and Why Does It Matter?<br />Oct. 22: Opening to the Path<br />Oct. 29: A New Way of Being<br />Nov. 5: When the Rubber Hits the Road<br />Nov. 12: What to Expect When You're Expecting Enlightenment<br />Nov. 19: Jesus Without Dogma<br /><br />Please feel free to blog about this event, post it to your calendar or pass it on to friends.<br /><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SNaU1AqSBXI/AAAAAAAAAFs/E031bgeBZDw/s200/RandyOlsen_DeepakChopra.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5248546054178211186" border="0" />People have even been organizing group viewing parties at homes, bookstores and community centers.<br />We have study guides available for groups or individuals.<br />Register at <a href="http://unityonline.org/deepak">unityonline.org/deepak</a> for this free web series.<br /><br /><div>I'm happy to e-mail you a press release, photos, or video links if you contact me.</div><div><br /><div><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SNaONof_0KI/AAAAAAAAAFk/pSKqMM_doeA/s200/JohnRaatz_RandyOlsen_Deepak.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5248538780607959202" border="0" /></div><div><i>John Raatz & Randy Olsen seen, here, at the series taping. Randy is shooting behind the scenes footage while John directs... </i></div><div><i> Chris Hillman captured us both while photographing on set. </i></div></div></div></div><br /><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dwwZrNDE7OT4tpPkMedhnSfd3o-7Pz2QmoxqaIWPc45XaQJpYrnd6NvAMQ1VS1KJulP0VGfN3aI_82JPcJI3g' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149465797490855643.post-24812816233605727462008-08-08T09:10:00.000-07:002008-08-10T23:29:10.696-07:00SOS International Climate Change Conference<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJyTXInp2EI/AAAAAAAAADM/2sL-il-tVOQ/s1600-h/SOS+Bennett+Freed+Randy+Olsen+Howard+Lyman+Chris+Hillman+JohnRaatz.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJyTXInp2EI/AAAAAAAAADM/2sL-il-tVOQ/s200/SOS+Bennett+Freed+Randy+Olsen+Howard+Lyman+Chris+Hillman+JohnRaatz.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5232218892757751874" border="0" /></a>Recently our core team participated in the International Climate Change Conference held in Los Angeles, at West Hollywood's Pacific Design Center. It was a powerful day of collaboration, education and discussion between world experts, who had come together, to discus solutions for immediate attention and action that is crucial for our ecological existence. The event was webcasted live and covered by the press. The four of us are pictured here with, vegan activist, Howard Lyman (L to R, Bennett Freed, Randy Olsen, Howard Lyman [center], Chris Hillman, & John Raatz).<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJ9L9RZ_xqI/AAAAAAAAAE0/zPlkPHELQSQ/s1600-h/SOS+Green+Carpet+Randy+Olsen+John+Raatz+3.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJ9L9RZ_xqI/AAAAAAAAAE0/zPlkPHELQSQ/s200/SOS+Green+Carpet+Randy+Olsen+John+Raatz+3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5232984808044349090" border="0" /></a>I am so glad that we attended and participated in this event! When I first learned of the conference, thanks to friend and keynote speaker Scott Badenoch, I could just feel it was one not to miss. And that clearly proved to be true. (Pictured here and below, L to R, Randy Olsen & John Raatz being interviewed on the Green Carpet)<br /><br />This powerful exchange of ideas, insights and wisdom resulted in significant inspiration for action and change. I was particularly touched when business partner, friend and music manager, Bennett Freed, called me the following day to say how deeply moved and motivated he was to take action from what he learned at the gathering. This continued as person after person<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJ9LqkmHtZI/AAAAAAAAAEs/M5YflwkbIck/s1600-h/SOS+Green+Carpet+Randy+Olsen+John+Raatz+2.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJ9LqkmHtZI/AAAAAAAAAEs/M5YflwkbIck/s200/SOS+Green+Carpet+Randy+Olsen+John+Raatz+2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5232984486777959826" border="0" /></a> expressed how impacted they were from the events of the day. You could feel a genuine desire to make a difference, to change the course of things, to wake up to being more in harmony with nature and our world.<br /><br />The event was well organized and we were treated with warm hospitality. Pamela Millar of the Green Technology Institute, and her caring team, clearly put a great deal of effort and detail into the planning of the conference hosted by Master Ching Hai.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJ9JnmpADEI/AAAAAAAAAEc/cKZ-ZzAXQkY/s1600-h/SOS+Gabriel+Cousens.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJ9JnmpADEI/AAAAAAAAAEc/cKZ-ZzAXQkY/s200/SOS+Gabriel+Cousens.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5232982236764048450" border="0" /></a>Dr. Gabriel Cousens (seen here being interviewed on the green carpet) decided to accept the speaking invitation, in spite of his strenuous travel schedule, after I shared that I felt this would be rare and timely opportunity for these world experts to be in one place at one time. Gabriel ended up staying at my home, in West Hollywood, and we shared a delightful, uplifting, insightful<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJ9KeFyBUmI/AAAAAAAAAEk/5eWfHMzxahQ/s1600-h/TeaGarden_Melrose_SOSClimateConference.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJ9KeFyBUmI/AAAAAAAAAEk/5eWfHMzxahQ/s200/TeaGarden_Melrose_SOSClimateConference.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5232983172836315746" border="0" /></a> conversation on our walk to the conference. It set the tone for an amazing day that would prove to be packed with wonder and enlightenment, concluding with a lovely reception at the nearby Tea Garden on Melrose Avenue where we all had an opportunity for exceptional exchange and socializing.<br /><br /><a href="http://gabrielcousens.wholelife.com/">Dr. Gabriel Cousens</a> is author of the books <span style="font-style: italic;">Spiritual Nutrition; Rainbow Green Live-Food Cuisine; Conscious Eating; Depression-Free for Life; Sevenfold Peace; Spiritual Nutrition</span> and the <span style="font-style: italic;">Rainbow Diet</span>; <span style="font-style: italic;">Creating Peace by Being Peace</span>, and <span style="font-style: italic;">There Is a Cure for Diabetes</span>. He is a holistic physician, medical researcher, world-recognized live-food nutritionist, ecological leader, Reiki master, internationally celebrated spiritual teacher, lecturer, culture-bridger, and world peaceworker.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJ9I1kCO1qI/AAAAAAAAAEU/NjijH6a6qtI/s1600-h/SOS+Panel.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJ9I1kCO1qI/AAAAAAAAAEU/NjijH6a6qtI/s200/SOS+Panel.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5232981377071109794" border="0" /></a>Business partner and friend John Raatz also accepted the keynote invite and shared a panel with Dr. Cousens and Scott Badenoch. Though the day was filled with amazing souls, sharing their insights and wisdom, the panel with John, Gabriel and Scott generated particular enthusiasm from the distinguished audience. (Pictured here, L to R, Scott Badenoch, John Raatz, Gabriel Cousens)<br /><br />Our own John Raatz has been championing transformational and Enlightened Media longer than just about anyone - having promoted enlightened films like <i>MindWalk, Baraka, A Brief History of Time, What the BLEEP, the Secret, The Celestine Prophecy, Peaceful Warrior, The 11th hour,</i> and now Eckhart Tolle’s upcoming film, Oprah’s webcast with Eckhart Tolle for <i>A Ne</i><i>w Earth</i> and producing the upcoming webcast for Unity with Deepak Chopra themed to new book, <i>The Third Jesus.</i><br /><br />Scott Badenoch, dedicated social entrepreneur, business strategist, legal analysis, green community leader, is Chief Executive Officer of Creative Citizen, an online source for sharing creative solutions to achieve global effects.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJ9Yl-XOpnI/AAAAAAAAAE8/Go96vL9m9aQ/s1600-h/SOS+John+Raatz+and+Dr+Gurminder+Singh.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJ9Yl-XOpnI/AAAAAAAAAE8/Go96vL9m9aQ/s200/SOS+John+Raatz+and+Dr+Gurminder+Singh.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5232998701446637170" border="0" /></a>It was a delight to meet Dr. Gurminder Singh seen in photos here with John Raatz and our other business partner and friend Chris Hillman below. Dr. Singh is Co-Chairman of Green Technology Institute, an initiative of the Tom Bradley Legacy Foundation at<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJ9ZKE_TEzI/AAAAAAAAAFE/lVnRa25EC0U/s1600-h/SOS+Chris+Hillman+and+Dr+Gurminder+Singh.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJ9ZKE_TEzI/AAAAAAAAAFE/lVnRa25EC0U/s200/SOS+Chris+Hillman+and+Dr+Gurminder+Singh.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5232999321700602674" border="0" /></a> UCLA. It seems clear we will surly collaborate with Dr. Singh on mutual visions yet to come. (L to R, Dr. Singh & John Raatz, then Dr. Singh & Chris Hillman).<br /><br /><br />Howard Lyman, rancher turned vegan and activist, was sued by the Cattleman's Association along with Oprah Winfrey when he was on her show telling the truth about Mad Cow Disease... they both won the case. His book, <i>Mad Cowboy</i>, is a bestseller.<br /><br />Howard appears in the first photo, at the top of this post, with our team of core partners from The Visioneering Group and Celebrity International Entertainment, now merging together in harmony with one mission.<br /><br />The live broadcast of the <a href="http://www.ecofoodprint.org/featured.html">SOS International Climate Change Conference</a> was presided over by anchor woman Jane Velez-Mitchell of CNN & MSNBC, (L to R, below, Jane Velez-Mitchell & Randy Olsen, in a photo by Leslie Goldman - Tea Garden reception photo, above, also by <a href="http://curezone.org/blogs/fm.asp?i=1224691">Leslie Goldman</a>).<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJ9DuVs1L1I/AAAAAAAAAEM/6e3RZ9ZLvSA/s1600-h/Jane+Velez-Mitchell_Randy+Olsen.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJ9DuVs1L1I/AAAAAAAAAEM/6e3RZ9ZLvSA/s200/Jane+Velez-Mitchell_Randy+Olsen.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5232975755406028626" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJ9CovW87RI/AAAAAAAAAEE/uisEd-N0MBE/s1600-h/SOS+logo.png"><img style="cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SJ9CovW87RI/AAAAAAAAAEE/uisEd-N0MBE/s200/SOS+logo.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5232974559702740242" border="0" /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149465797490855643.post-51931907819065069212008-07-02T09:03:00.000-07:002008-12-08T22:09:15.551-08:00Delightful Green Shop on Melrose<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF570-dlO0I/AAAAAAAAABs/6MHsE4NRias/s1600-h/big_pic.gif"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF570-dlO0I/AAAAAAAAABs/6MHsE4NRias/s200/big_pic.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5214741568592100162" border="0" /></a>I just happened to be strolling down Melrose, after having lunched nearby with a friend, when a sidewalk sign saying "Eco Chic," caught my eye, when I read on to see "Earth Day, Every Day" I just had to go in and see if they lived up to their claims. I love Earth Day and the all the well-intended souls that are out in abundance teaching you new planet friendly things and introducing innovative green products. Well this store lived up to its claims capturing the spirit of Earth Day, clearly coming from an authentic place of wanting to be more mindful of the place we live and the impact we make. This delightful store, with a diverse range of products for all ages, was a joy to visit. The merchandise is stylish, quality, and thoughtfully selected. I must say this is one of the best green shops I've experienced. The real deal.<br /><br />Treat yourself and stop by the Visionary Boutique on Melrose Avenue in West Hollywood. It's just down the street from the lovely Tea Garden and near the Bodhi Tree Book Store. If you're not in LA many of their adorable products are available on their website.<br /><br />Visionary Boutique<br />8568 1/2 Melrose Avenue<br />West Hollywood, CA 90069<br />310-659-1177<br /><br /><a href="http://www.visionaryboutique.com/">www.visionaryboutique.com</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149465797490855643.post-76842813630252406712008-06-22T12:09:00.000-07:002011-03-13T13:12:20.242-07:00Trees for the Future<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF6tU-XUtmI/AAAAAAAAACc/zJuOY4v5W5U/s1600-h/treesforthefuture.gif"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF6tU-XUtmI/AAAAAAAAACc/zJuOY4v5W5U/s200/treesforthefuture.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5214795994391426658" border="0" /></a>I am profoundly and passionately touched by the work, from the heart, of Dave & Grace Deppner and the kind, caring folks at <span style="font-weight: bold;">Trees for the Future</span>.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">They have planted 50 million trees around the world!</span><br /><br />10 cents plants a tree. Over half-a-billion trees could be planted around the world. It's possible. Imagine the impact...<br /><br /><object height="390" width="640"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/Qdoe_gI_fSs&hl=en"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/Qdoe_gI_fSs&hl=en" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" height="390" width="640"></embed></object><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF6td6QoMtI/AAAAAAAAACk/JrsEBe2Zumc/s1600-h/DCP_4905.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF6td6QoMtI/AAAAAAAAACk/JrsEBe2Zumc/s200/DCP_4905.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5214796147908424402" border="0" /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "></span></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF6td6QoMtI/AAAAAAAAACk/JrsEBe2Zumc/s1600-h/DCP_4905.jpg"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "></span></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF6td6QoMtI/AAAAAAAAACk/JrsEBe2Zumc/s1600-h/DCP_4905.jpg"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; ">hey have an idea called the "forest garden" which combines the best attributes of both, producing a great amount of product, sustainably, on a very small piece of land. With this you are sending millions of roots down into the ground which are guiding water back into underground aqua firs, you have a return of diversity, you've cooled the land, cleared the air a bit, and improved the quality of life just by planing some seeds (as Dave tells it).</span></a>The results are incredible! Their work is simple, clear and inclusive. Their success comes from involving communities, teaching proper stewardship and harmony with nature.<br />After having volunteered in developing countries around the world in the 1970s the Deppners' saw the increasing human tragedy brought on by illegal logging and unsustainable land management. They started to take action to help the families who could no longer sustain themselves and struggled to put food on the table.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF6uoctShdI/AAAAAAAAACs/scXGeLz9KYU/s1600-h/Kids_w_pcv.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF6uoctShdI/AAAAAAAAACs/scXGeLz9KYU/s200/Kids_w_pcv.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5214797428465763794" border="0" /></a>Working with community leaders, the Deppners began to find ways to offer hope to villagers by reestablishing productive lands - with their families and culture intact. They renewed degraded lands by providing farmers with beneficial tree seed, technical training, and on-site planning assistance. People responded enthusiastically. Entire villages joined in, making great sacrifices to save their homes and way of life.<br /><br />Visit <a href="http://www.plant-trees.org/about.htm">Trees for the Future</a> website to learn how easy it is to support their efforts that benefit us all, globally.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149465797490855643.post-3479173180847395132008-06-10T09:29:00.000-07:002008-12-08T22:09:16.577-08:00Book Expo and Slash<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF6Pl4uxxPI/AAAAAAAAAB0/19MBWcAFVEE/s1600-h/Randy_Olsen_Slash_Guns_n_Roses.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF6Pl4uxxPI/AAAAAAAAAB0/19MBWcAFVEE/s200/Randy_Olsen_Slash_Guns_n_Roses.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5214763299588130034" border="0" /></a>There are dozens, maybe hundreds, of stories I can tell you about my recent days at Book Expo American, the largest gathering in the literary industry. But of the countless conversations I had at BEA one which stands out the most is my chat with Slash from rock band Guns N' Roses. We bumped into each other back stage in the author signing area and Slash said to me <span style="font-style: italic;">"I know you right? ...yeah, we've met before."</span> Though we could not place the exact events and times we accepted that we were meeting up again. I've been in the entertainment and media business for so long I can't always recall all of my numerous adventures, though you'd think I remember the events around prior encounters with Slash.<br /><br />None the less we had a lovely, and for me, unexpected conversation about kindness. It made my day. I'm thinking to myself, now here I am talking with "tough guy", "rock n' roller", <a href="http://www.snakepit.org/">Slash</a>, about how we'd all be better off if we were just kinder, more considerate and respectful to each other. It just shows you the diverse range of folks who are thinking like this... it's time to be kinder, more understanding of others and respectful of all. You can be cool and kind!<br /><br />This chat held more synchronistic relevance for me as I was in the middle of reading Perro Furrucci's delightful book '<a href="http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbnInquiry.asp?r=1&ISBN=9781585425884&ourl=The%2DPower%2Dof%2DKindness%2FPiero%2DFerrucci">The Power of Kindness</a>.'<br /><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-style: italic;">I live my daydreams in music. I see my life in terms of music...I get most joy in life out of music.</span><span style="font-style: italic;"> - Albert Einstein</span></span><br /><span style="font-size:78%;">(found on Slash's official fan site)</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149465797490855643.post-87200270363330569842008-05-06T10:56:00.000-07:002008-12-08T22:09:16.863-08:00May Pang's 'Instamatic Karma' event<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF6XXbHDkBI/AAAAAAAAAB8/PYQJMKgeGz4/s1600-h/Randy_Olsen_May_Pang_DSC03485.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF6XXbHDkBI/AAAAAAAAAB8/PYQJMKgeGz4/s200/Randy_Olsen_May_Pang_DSC03485.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5214771847211749394" border="0" /></a>When my business partner John Raatz told me to meet him at May Pang's book release party in Santa Monica I had a feeling it would be a special evening, and it was. First off I fell in love with May's book, '<span style="font-style: italic;">Instamatic Karma</span>,' a collection of never before seen photos showing a side of John Lennon seldom seem. May Pang took these photos of John, and many of his friends, during their 18 month "lost weekend" relationship. The photos, tucked aways in a shoebox in May's closet, captured John in relaxed, candid ways that no one else did (as May tells it). The book is very interesting, well laid out and designed. Worth having, I must say. I purchased a couple of copies which May thoughtfully signed for me. One copy will be a gift for my dear brother Walter who is a Beatles fan (if he's reading this I'm blowing the surprise).<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF6eojJNhoI/AAAAAAAAACE/kkkp9goHPCY/s1600-h/Jack_Oliver_May_Pang_DSC03499.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF6eojJNhoI/AAAAAAAAACE/kkkp9goHPCY/s200/Jack_Oliver_May_Pang_DSC03499.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5214779838007445122" border="0" /></a>I captured May continuing the presidence of her candid photography as she snapped this self-portrait of her and Jack Oliver, former president of the Beatles' Apple Records corporation, in the wake of their joyful reunion. I liked Jack the moment I met him... he's a genuinely nice guy and clearly coming from a place of passion.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF6h1hCrarI/AAAAAAAAACU/EjnuxkusnrE/s1600-h/Instamatic_Karma_book.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF6h1hCrarI/AAAAAAAAACU/EjnuxkusnrE/s200/Instamatic_Karma_book.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5214783359316355762" border="0" /></a>It's worth noting that May also designs a line of Fug Shui jewelry and furniture. Her '<a href="http://instamatickarma.com/"><span style="font-style: italic;">Instamatic Karma</span></a>' book tour continues around the country and her photos will be on exhibit, along with Nancy Lee Andrews '<span style="font-style: italic;">A Dose of Rock-n-Roll</span>' book photos, at the June Kelly Gallery in SoHo, NYC during the summer.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149465797490855643.post-87508450264336510482008-04-05T09:18:00.000-07:002008-12-08T22:09:17.417-08:00The Tree of Life Rejuvenation Center - Gabriel Cousens, MD<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SFfo1W7PtkI/AAAAAAAAABU/nurSexCzI8o/s1600-h/TreeofLife_Laberinth.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SFfo1W7PtkI/AAAAAAAAABU/nurSexCzI8o/s200/TreeofLife_Laberinth.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5212891097089422914" border="0" /></a>The moment I saw this photo, of the Labyrinth, I knew I wanted to go to this special place. I said to Michael Bedar, right hand to Dr. Gabriel Cousins and one of the main administrators of the organization, <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">"Where is this? I want to go there!"</span> That was in December '07 and by March of '08 I was in my car driving across the California / Arizona desert on my way to the Patagonia Mountains of southern Arizona. I had met Michael during a reception following The Eco Gift Expo at the home of Greg Wendt in Santa Monica, California. We connected right away, he told me of his work with Dr. Cousins and The Tree of Life, and I could feel the energy of authenticity and love. I just knew there were special things happening at this place and I knew I had to visit. <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SFf3LqTC37I/AAAAAAAAABk/FSTBy1YOCl8/s1600-h/TreeofLife_temple_green.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SFf3LqTC37I/AAAAAAAAABk/FSTBy1YOCl8/s200/TreeofLife_temple_green.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5212906873409429426" border="0" /></a><br />The <a href="http://www.treeoflife.nu/home">Tree of Life Rejuvenation Center</a> is surrounded, on all sides, by the beautiful Patagonia Mountains. The staff is loving, caring, and thoughtful, and the food is extraordinary. The simple restaurant there has views like very few in the country and each of the day's meals are prepared with love and care.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF6g_BjVQfI/AAAAAAAAACM/ZudenX03aOE/s1600-h/TreeofLive_kitchen-compressed-1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SF6g_BjVQfI/AAAAAAAAACM/ZudenX03aOE/s200/TreeofLive_kitchen-compressed-1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5214782423150445042" border="0" /></a>The all-vegan, lifefood is worth the visit alone. Each day there is yoga, talks, meditation, and classes to choose from. Or you could soak in a hot tub, lie on the sun deck surrounded by nature, go for a hike, and relax in the far inferred sauna at the end of the day. The sunsets there are among some of the most powerful I have witnessed as only the desert, in it's unique and particular style, seems to be able to conjure up.<br /><div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SFfhIaU5KcI/AAAAAAAAABM/c-I1Ukh82ls/s1600-h/TreeofLive_kitchen-compressed.jpg"><br /></a></div></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/SFdjHXtKMWI/AAAAAAAAAA8/S_gctXjkgE4/s1600-h/TreeofLife_Laberinth.jpg"><br /></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1149465797490855643.post-60657188829010949912008-03-08T15:51:00.001-08:002008-12-08T22:09:17.558-08:00Randy Olsen Bio<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/R9Mo2ly9TtI/AAAAAAAAAAk/HoM3CrRB5dU/s1600-h/DSC_0965.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tmbwpHK9AwA/R9Mo2ly9TtI/AAAAAAAAAAk/HoM3CrRB5dU/s200/DSC_0965.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5175525315102723794" border="0" /></a>Randy Olsen is the chief architect and visionary force behind Celebrity International Press. He also heads <a href="http://celebintl.com/">Celebrity International Entertainment</a>, an entertainment development, marketing and promotion company.<br /><br />His diverse background includes being a founding consultant, with Dr. Stephen Hadley, of the <a href="http://randyolsen.com/weblog/2006/10/aquarium_of_the_pacific_1.html">Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific</a> (a marine life research center, rescue and education facility), and to being the producer of major Hollywood events involving studios such as Sony/Columbia, Paramount, NBC, DreamWorks, among others.<br /><br />Randy’s energetic viewpoint brings excitement to projects, benefiting from his ability to inspire passion. He intuitively knew the best way to announce to the world that the <a href="http://celebintl.com/macy.html">Country Music Awards</a> were coming to New York City by creating one of the most widely viewed marketing launches ever, in a collaboration with the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade. His productions of Television Anniversary projects and Celebrity Sports Classics have reached worldwide audiences.<br /><br />“My Mother was a pioneering photojournalist in the sixties.” as Randy tells it. “One of the first women to sit on press association boards, breaking into new areas of media, she was published internationally in United Press International, Time-Life, and the Los Angeles Times.” Accompanying her on assignments Randy learned early on the importance of the media in conveying the brilliance he is able to see in people, products and ideas.<br /><br />“I succeed in helping others to be successful… by finding the authentic core of their message or idea, and then giving voice to it, empowering it” says Randy. “Bringing clarity to a fragmented and cluttered media landscape, we make sure the message gets through.”<br /><br />With an amazing vision, a wealth of media experience and business knowledge, Randy brings an elegant and magical life to all that he touches.<br /><br />This first blog entry is designed acquaint you with <a href="http://randyolsen.com/">Randy Olsen</a>.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0