Sustainably Geeky is a podcast for the everyday environmentalist! The show features a group of average people with one thing in common: a healthy respect for the environment, and a desire to live a more sustainable lifestyle. Each episode we'll tackle a new subject and will feature guests occasionally to help us go in depth on some of our more complex topics. Whether you're a hardcore treehugger or have a mild curiosity about the environment, we hope you'll learn something! Feel free to share your green life hacks and ideas for future shows.
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Traditional meat and dairy production have severe environmental impacts, so what if there's a better way? Dr. Elliot Swartz from the Good Food Institute joins us to talk about cultivated meat and its potential to transform the food industry. We discuss how it is created, its environmental and health impacts, and how it could impact the future of food production. Resources discussed in this episode:
It can be difficult to process everything happening in the world today without becoming overwhelmed. So how do we manage? Dr. Lynne Sedgemore, author of Presence Activism, joins to discuss her upcoming book and how presence can help address a variety of difficult emotions, with a particular focus on climate anxiety. We also explore some of the common reactions to the environmental challenges facing our planet, and the role that hope can play in our response to them. Resources discussed in this episode:
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Ep 63 - Takin’ Care of Business
Épisode 63
mardi 27 juin 2023 • Durée 01:24:31
Businesses can have a big effect on the environment, so it's imperative they adopt practices that minimize their impact. Chris Gassman from the University of Pittsburgh's Center for Sustainable Business shares insights about the motivations and best practices for businesses looking to operate more sustainably. He also discusses Doughnut Economics, ESG and governmental incentive programs that can help businesses (and individuals!) reduce their carbon footprint. Resources discussed in this episode:
Humans have drastically altered the planet, and often not for the better. Miriam Kate McDonald, author of Emergent, joins to talk about how humans can help nature recover, the importance of biodiversity and the need for a more holistic approach to farming. Miriam also shares lessons she's learned from years of working in alternative agriculture and observing nature. Resources discussed in this episode:
In this episode Jennifer talks with Clara AgborTabi, Alumni and Partnerships Co-Coordinator for Soul Fire Farm, about their experience working with the land and helping others develop a deeper relationship with nature. They discuss how Soul Fire Farm is uprooting racism and revolutionizing the food system, as well as their experience as Research Assistant for the book Black Earth Wisdom: Soulful Conversations with Black Environmentalists, by Leah Penniman. The book explores Black people’s spiritual and scientific connection to the land, waters, and climate through a series of interviews with various Black environmentalists. Resources discussed in this episode:
Single-use plastic has only been around for a short time, but it has had a profound impact on our health and the environment. Lauren Gropper, Founder and CEO of Repurpose, joins us to discuss the plastic problem and how Repurpose is using plant waste to make alternatives to disposables. She also explains what PFAS (aka forever chemicals) are, and why we should avoid them. Resources discussed in this episode:
Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com
Ep 59 - A Bit of a Fixer Upper
Épisode 59
lundi 27 mars 2023 • Durée 54:18
Repairability not only has profound environmental impacts, it also helps save consumers money and encourages self-reliance. Elizabeth Chamberlain from iFixit joins us to discuss their work in helping empower people to fix their stuff. She also discusses the Right to Repair movement and the benefits of repair for individuals and society as a whole. Resources discussed in this episode:
Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com
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Ep 58 - May the Forest Be With You
Épisode 58
lundi 27 février 2023 • Durée 01:31:28
Trees are being cut down at an alarming rate to make a variety of items, including paper, furniture, flooring and clothing. This overconsumption of wood products has had severe consequences on our planet's climate and biodiversity. Jennifer discusses these issues with Tim Keating, Chief Sustainability Officer for Symmetry Wood, a company using bacterial waste to produce a wood substitute called Pyrus. Tim shares insights gained from years of working to combat the destructive effects of deforestation, and explains how Symmetry Wood is working to transform the wood industry by offering sustainable alternatives. He also offers tips for how to reduce our overall consumption of wood products.
Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com
Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from.
Ep 57 - Bad Environmentalist
Épisode 57
lundi 30 janvier 2023 • Durée 01:22:33
We're bombarded with messages about all the ways we should go green, but it's not always as easy as it seems. Jennifer is joined by fellow sustainable geeks Kris and Rachel to talk about their frustrating and sometimes disappointing experiences with implementing sustainable practices into their daily lives. They discuss why many of the expectations placed on the average person are often unrealistic, and the guilt many people feel over not doing enough.
We are joined by Architect and Lecturer Donal Lally to discuss the impact of technology on the environment. His work explores the unintended consequences of human activity around the world, with particular emphasis on the social and environmental implications of data storage facilities in Ireland. Donal shares how this relationship is creatively demonstrated through Entanglement, a visual representation of both how technology and the environment are intertwined, and about Ireland's unique history and role in communications technology. Resources discussed in this episode:
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