As President Obama gets to work on our broken economy, Green America proposes solutions that serve people and the planet.

Experts say the credit crisis is only a symptom of a flawed design in our economy. When growth comes at the expense of resources and well-being, we all lose. The Hipsters discuss six ideas for a green economy, as well as their thoughts on the inauguration of President Barack Obama (WooHoo!). Also, Dori reveals another celebrity crush and Val threatens to open a can of whoopass.

Beer and Chocolate:

Beer: Hipster Tiffany Threadgold provided a six-pack of her local brew of choice. Brooklyn Brewery's Brown Ale is definitely one of Noo Yawk's finest.

Chocolate: Tiffany trusts us to handle the hardcore stuff. Mast Brothers Chocolate 81% Cacao with Sea Salt amazed us with its smooth feel and flavor. Yo, fuhgedaboutit!

Finds:

• The other big "O". Um, that's Oprah. Her inauguration show included the debut of "America's Song", featuring will.i.am, Seal, Faith Hill, Bono and Mary J. Blige. Want to hear it? We play it for you at the end of the show.

• Have you heard? The US has a new president! Be sure to read or listen to Barack Obama's inaugural address, which was co-authored by the youngest chief speechwriter in White House history.
• Green balls. Two galas in D.C. Monday night were touted as eco-friendly events. One featured Al Gore, the other featured Bo Derek. Wal-Mart co-sponsored both.
• PeaNOT! The Food & Drug Administration confirms that salmonella was found in a package of peanut butter crackers, prompting recalls of items flavored with peanut paste. But your jar of Jif is probably safe.
• Flat beer. The brewing industry is usually recession-proof, but sales are trending downward in the current economic slump. Can Hipsters help prop up those sagging suds? Yeast, we can!

Know that your people will judge you on what you can build, not what you destroy. Consider these words from President Obama's speech. We think they apply to everyone, whether you lead a nation or just lead a normal life.

As the Obama administration gets to work in Washington D.C., the broken economy tops the list of troubles to tackle. Green America, formerly known as Co-op America, offers some green solutions for your consideration.

• Green Energy, Green Jobs. Power up the economy by building a green grid. Conquer climate change while providing jobs that can't be outsourced.
• Clean Energy Victory Bonds. Just as Americans invested in bonds to fund World War 2, the government could issue long-term bonds to pay for a green energy revolution.
• Reduce, Reuse, Rethink. We can't spend our way out of this crisis. It's time to re-evaluate our spending practices as consumers and as citizens. Columnist Anna Quindlen makes sense of Stuff.
• Go Green and Local. Vote with your dollar! Choose to spend in the green economy and keep it local whenever possible.
• Community Investing. Lenders and borrowers know each other, and work together to succeed.
• Shareowner Activism. Put your money into businesses that share your principles. Make sure your voice is heard at the management level, or move your assets elsewhere, like an SRI.

Be a part of our next 200 shows! Send an e-mail to hip@greenfeet.com. And remember to post articles, links and your ideas for President Obama at our MHTH forum!

• Kelly in Maryland (hey hon!) is thinking about bags and boobs. She shares her recycling dilemma as she trains for the Breast Cancer 3 Day 60 Mile walk.
• Melinda in N. Carolina is thinking about brine and brew. She introduces us to FishPhone and touts the green goodness of New Belgium beer.
• Fonda in Missouri wonders if the Wrap-N-Mat is a good product for an on-the-go yoga instructor.
• Amy threw a green birthday party for her daughter, but got stuck with 2 disposable helium tanks.
• Rick in Virginia says Inauguration Day should be renamed American Miracle Day, as power is passed without a shot fired. USA! USA! USA!

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