A Brave Marine Scientist Battles Plastic Cups, Cigarette Butts, and Tiny Pieces of Clothing Fibers
The Good Smack for the Planet Podcast by Hey Social Good
Release Date: 04/30/2020
Crafting Sustainable Beers, Building Community, and Embracing Environmental Responsibility with Topo Topa Brewing Company Founder Jack Dyer
The Good Smack for the Planet Podcast by Hey Social Good
Topa Topa Brewing Company, founded by Jack Dyer, distinguishes itself in the competitive craft beer market through a strong commitment to sustainability and community engagement. Emphasizing core values shaped by Dyer's background as a teacher, the brewery prioritizes giving back to local nonprofits and supporting environmental causes. They have collaborated with Patagonia provisions on regenerative agriculture, specifically working with Kernza wheatgrass, despite challenges. Using organic ingredients like Kearns, organic turo, and organic mosaic hops, Topa Topa...
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Empowering Women and the Planet with Fashion: A Conversation With Kajal Kajal Goel, of Kajal New York
The Good Smack for the Planet Podcast by Hey Social Good
In a world where fast fashion dominates the market, there is a growing need for thoughtful brands that prioritize sustainability and positively impact the environment. Enter , a brand that is revolutionizing the fashion industry, focusing on sustainability and empowering women. In today's episode of Good Smack for the Planet Podcast, Cindy J. Lin is joined by Founder to discuss the brand's mission and the challenges they face in sourcing natural and sustainable fabrics. Together, they explore the concept of eco-luxury and the importance of transparency in sustainable fashion...
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The Plot, A Zero Waste Restaurant with Jessica Waite
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Food is an essential part of our daily lives, and it has a significant impact on our planet. More and more people are starting to realize the importance of sustainable eating habits and their contribution to a better world. In this episode of The Good Smack for the Planet Podcast, your host Cindy J. Lin joined by Jessica Waite, who co-created the first zero waste restaurant in San Diego County. They share their personal journey with veganism and how it has influenced their approach to living a conscious life that minimizes waste and contributes to something more beneficial....
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Season 3 Trailer: Fashion and Sustainability
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Welcome to Season 3 of Good Smack for the Planet! We are grateful to learn from fashion brands and supply chain experts making sustainability on the ground real. Discover how experts on the ground are meeting the challenges and making sustainability work!
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Educating for Change: Building a Sustainable Fashion Industry
The Good Smack for the Planet Podcast by Hey Social Good
The fashion industry has been increasingly focusing on sustainability and ethical practices, but achieving sustainability can be a complex task. Welcome back to another episode of Good Smack for the Planet Podcast, with your host Cindy J. Lin joined by , co-founder of , a company that specializes in sustainable and ethical apparel manufacturing located in Colorado and Guatemala. Holli shares her knowledge of the hurdles of sustainability in the fashion industry, the value of education, and the significance of responsible choices in manufacturing. Listen in on this...
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How do you do Sustainable Textile & Fashion Manufacturing? Meet Daniel Chalem, President of Tejidos Gulfer
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Welcome to the Good Smack for the Planet podcast! Today's episode explores a topic that often goes overlooked in the fashion industry: the people and processes behind our clothes. Have you ever stopped to think about who makes your clothes and how they're made? Our guest, Daniel Chalem, president of , a textile manufacturing company in Colombia. Daniel shares his company's sustainable mission and how they're working to avoid polluting the environment by using rainwater and wastewater treatment methods. He also provides valuable insights into the process of finishing fabrics...
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Step into Sustainable Fashion: Discover 8000 Kicks, The Hemp Shoe Brand Making a Difference
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Sustainability has become a buzzword in the fashion industry and for a good reason. With climate change threats looming over our heads, it's crucial to explore eco-friendly alternatives. One such alternative is hemp, a versatile and sustainable material that's gaining a lot of attention. Welcome back to another episode of Good Smack for the Planet Podcast, with your host Cindy J. Lin joined by , Co-founder of , a sustainable shoe brand made from hemp. Bernardo shares his journey of developing sustainable shoes and the brand's commitment to transparency and ethical practices. ...
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Sustainability in Fashion: The Importance of Better Packaging with Rudholm Group USA President Dennis Lau
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Sustainability in fashion is a hot topic, and for good reason. As consumers become increasingly aware of the environmental impact of their purchases, many fashion brands are making strides to become more sustainable. One such company is Rudholm Group USA, whose President, Dennis Lau, is leading the charge for better packaging solutions. Rudholm Group USA is at the forefront of sustainable fashion packaging, working with brands like Reformation to create recycled and biodegradable packaging materials. From labels to mailers, every aspect of branded packaging is taken into consideration to...
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Amy Malin’s “True Heart” Web Search Gives Back with Every Single Internet Search You Do
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Cause marketing extraordinaire, Amy Malin, launched a search engine, True Heart, that gives 80% of its profits for every internet search to six amazing charities. Every search gives back to rainforest, children, students, animal welfare, and more. But, don’t just hear about True Heart web search and its amazing mission, listen to Amy’s shocking account of her challenges working in the male dominating entertainment industry.
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Introducing Season 2 of Good Smack for the Planet
The Good Smack for the Planet Podcast by Hey Social Good
We're back with Season 2! Learn what's new, same, and even better in our 2nd Season of Good Smack for the Planet. Hear Cindy J continue her journey to chatting and learning from amazing people working differently, smartly, and passionately to make impact in the world.
info_outlineDr.Chelsea Rochman couldn't stand seeing another plastic trash stuck in turtles anymore. So, she persisted as a graduate student and helped create the study of plastic debris and its impact on marine life, back when people didn't know that one day, we may see more plastic trash in the ocean than fish. In addition to her research on how pervasive plastic microfibers (think clothes) are in the environment, she spearheaded and established the University of Toronto Trash Team to do more than study trash. A scientist by training, and shopper like all of us, she shares thoughtful insights on how to think about building our sustainable future one simple act at a time.