Building Healthier Communities Through Blue Zones
From Covering Your Health With Evelyn Erives by 99.1 KGGI (KGGI-FM)
May 19, 2025 · 40 min · Season 2 · Episode 12
About this episode
Evelyn Erives interviews Erin Edwards about the impact of the Blue Zones Project on community health in Riverside.
In this inspiring episode of Covering Your Health with Evelyn Erives, presented by IEHP, we’re joined by Erin Edwards, Executive Director of The Blue Zones Project in Riverside. Erin shares her passion and leadership in bringing the Blue Zones philosophy to life right here in the Inland Empire. We dive into the origins and impact of the Blue Zones concept—regions around the world where people live longer, healthier lives—and explore how communities like Loma Linda have become shining examples of this lifestyle in action. Erin discusses how The Blue Zones Project is shaping the future of wellness in Riverside and beyond, with exciting new initiatives aimed at transforming neighborhoods into thriving, health-focused environments. Tune in to learn how small changes can lead to big results, and what’s in store for neighboring communities as this global movement continues to grow locally. For more information on this show's topic visit IEHP.org or (800) 440-IEHP. Learn more about The Blue Zones Project Riverside and follow them on Instagram @bzpriverisde Reach out to Evelyn via Instagram @evelynerives or email her at EvelynErives@iHeartMedia.com
People in this episode
Host: Evelyn Erives
Guest: Erin Edwards
Topics covered
- Blue Zones
- community health
- wellness initiatives
- healthy living
- local transformations
Keywords
- Blue Zones
- healthier communities
- wellness
- Inland Empire
- Loma Linda
- Riverside
- healthy lifestyle
Sponsors
IEHP
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: The Blue Zones Project
Places: Inland Empire, Loma Linda, Riverside
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