In this inspiring episode of The BASIC Show, former First Lady of Florida and emerging documentary filmmaker Carole Crist joins host Viktorija Pashuta to share her mission with Rejuvenation Nation — a passion project uniting farmers, innovators, and changemakers to heal our soil, restore balance to nature, and create a healthier food system for future generations.

From her advocacy for regenerative agriculture to her candid insights on love, independence, and dating in your 50s, Carole opens up with honesty and wisdom about both saving the planet and navigating modern relationships.

You’ll discover:
🌱 Why soil health is directly connected to human health
🌍 How regenerative farming can fight the carbon crisis
👑 Why Carole calls legendary farmer Steve Groff the “Elvis of Agriculture”
🍴 How chefs and entrepreneurs like Zach Erdem are embracing local farmers
💫 The importance of friendship, independence, and “walking alone” as a woman
❤️ Why commitment doesn’t mean giving up your freedom — and what true partnership looks like today

This episode is equal parts environmental wake-up call and empowering conversation about love, resilience, and building a life aligned with your values.

🎙️ The BASIC Show is hosted by Viktorija Pashuta, Editor-in-Chief of BASIC Magazine.
📍 Recorded at: The Maybourne Beverly Hills
🔗 Guest: @carolecristclc | Learn more: rejuvenationnation.com

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