2/10/23 2/10/23

Lesson: Public Speaking 101

In this lesson we discuss why speaking in front of people is so hard, and what the secret is to being able to do it very well.

Jim Bruner 2/8/23 Jim Bruner 2/8/23

The Foodist: Crispy Seared Foie Gras on Polenta

The Foodist: Crispy Seared Foie Gras on Polenta with Jambon and Blackberries is a delight. Trust the process!

Jim Bruner 2/6/23 Jim Bruner 2/6/23

Lesson: Leadership Roulette

In this lesson, which is universal, we will learn what it takes to be a leader, and that leadership is a skill and a relationship.

1/19/23 1/19/23

UN 17 SDG Presentation to GIFT in 2023

This is my PDF Jan 14 presentation to the Global Innovation Field Trip about the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Jim Bruner 1/19/23 Jim Bruner 1/19/23

Partnerships For The Goal of Sustainability

Part of a series of blogs tied to the UN SDG program for 2030. This one is about building partnerships for the goal.

Jim Bruner 1/19/23 Jim Bruner 1/19/23

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions and Sustainability

Part of a series of blogs detailing how UN 17 SDG play out at Mezzacello. This is peace and justice.

Jim Bruner 1/16/23 Jim Bruner 1/16/23

Life on the Land and Systems Sustainability

Part of a series of blogs regarding the UN 17 SDG and my work on the farm. This one is goal 13 life on land.

Jim Bruner 1/14/23 Jim Bruner 1/14/23

Responsible Consumption and Production IS Sustainable

Part of a series of blogs detailing how I use UN 17 SDGs at Mezzacello. This is easy for me, I love reuse.

Jim Bruner 1/14/23 Jim Bruner 1/14/23

Sustainable Cities and Communities

Part of a series of blogs on the UN SDG and sustainable cities and communities. a love letter to my city, and it's people.

Jim Bruner 1/13/23 Jim Bruner 1/13/23

Reducing Inequality and Promoting Sustainability

Part of series of blogs I am writing to promote the UN 17 SDG goals at Mezzacello. This is on equity.

Jim Bruner 1/12/23 Jim Bruner 1/12/23

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure and Sustainability

Part of a blog series on how Mezzacello addresses UN 17 SDG. This one is industry and innovation.

Jim Bruner 1/11/23 Jim Bruner 1/11/23

Decent Work and Economic Growth and Sustainability

Part of a series of blogs addressing how Mezzacello meets the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This is work.

Jim Bruner 1/8/23 Jim Bruner 1/8/23

Gender Equity and Sustainability

Part of a series of blogs around how Mezzacello uses UN Sustainability Goals in programming. This one is gender equality.

Jim Bruner 1/7/23 Jim Bruner 1/7/23

Health and Wellness Through Sustainability

Part of a series of blogs on the 17 UN Sustainability goals in play at Mezzacello. This one is health and wellness.

1/6/23 1/6/23

Power Heat and Water Even in the Winter

Even in the dead of winter at -20C the systems at Mezzacello work great! I am pretty pleased with this update.

Jim Bruner 1/2/23 Jim Bruner 1/2/23

The Foodist: The Essential Greens Recipes

This is a master recipe for all greens, but Collards in particular! Jim hates collards, but he loves this recipe because it is heartier and less vinegary.

12/24/22 12/24/22

Happy Holidays From Mezzacello

Rick and I wish you well as we progress back into spring - and into the new year. We wish you the best and look forward to 2023.

12/23/22 12/23/22

Mezzacello in Winter - Animals, Power, and Water

A quick update on power and livestock systems to keep liquid water on hand in winter. I will update this.

12/17/22 12/17/22

X-Project Fridays

I am grateful that my job at PAST Foundation allows me to take Fridays to myself. This is my x-project day at Mezzacello. Work/Life Balance.

Jim Bruner 12/4/22 Jim Bruner 12/4/22

The Foodist: Slow-Cooked Cherry Tomatoes with Coriander and Rosemary

A delicious roasted tomato and garlic dish. Great on a cold night or as a summer sauce.