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Fantasy v. Reality
13 april 2023 · 24 min
We Americans are notorious for making our unwanted stuff someone else's problem. Part of the reason has to do with our desire to be altruistic: We tell ourselves we're helping the less fortunate when we pass on our perfectly decent items. Lees meer
But the reality is much bleaker: Both our recently-decluttered donations and our down-and-dirty trash create problems for the people and places that get stuck with our stuff.
Here's a preview of what we're discussing today:
[3:00] The literal mountain of clothes in West Africa
[7:00] Swirling, soupy, and more than one: Here's what you likely didn't know about the Pacific trash vortex
[14:00] Alabama's recent landfill fire
[18:00] What's the reality re: America's plastic recyclables?
[22:00] You - yes you! - can help. Here's how
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In Defense Of Homemaking
11 april 2023 · 34 min
Our culture's messaging angles household labor as unimportant and uninspiring. And while work within the home is largely undervalued, the sad reality is that the chores, cooking, laundry, and everything else simply must get done. Lees meer
Here's something that's not often discussed: there's a quiet joy to be found in tending to the home. Today I speak with podcaster and homemaker extraordinaire Lisa Bass about the underappreciated value an excellent homemaker brings to their family.
Here's a preview:
[6:00] Societal messaging around homemaking versus the importance of learning by doing
[15:00] How to find the time and motivation to cook in a culture that glorifies convenience
[25:00] Conducting a ruthless self-assessment of your cooking skills (and how to improve!)
[30:00] The essential mindset shift re: all-things homemaking
[35:00] Using "the sauce of hunger" as a tool for managing picky eaters
Resources mentioned:
Episode Episode #357: Recycling The Unrecyclable
Simple Farmhouse Life podcast
Lisa on Instagram
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HEADLINES: Tornado Alley, Electric Scooters, Big Oil
7 april 2023 · 13 min
The enviro-news you need to know for Friday April 7, 2023: Lees meer
[00:30] Changing tornados and tornado seasons
[4:00] Amazon.com and the problem with climate "pledges"
[5:30] Paris's electric scooters problem
[10:00] Big Oil in the Niger Delta
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De-Influenced
6 april 2023 · 25 min
Chances are we've all been influenced to buy something at least once before. But the rise of influencer marketing is a different beast that has fundamentally altered the way brands sell to consumers. Lees meer
On today's show I suggest 5 ways to be influenced less.
Here's a preview of the tips we're discussing today:
[13:00] Think of influencers not as friends but as salespeople
[15:00] Look for these FTC disclosures
[18:00] Know thyself by decluttering
[21:00] Raise the buying bar
[25:00] It's not a deal if you don't need it
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Decluttering Through Grief
4 april 2023 · 35 min
After losing a loved one, deciding what to do with their possessions is a complicated process. We humans tend to attach sentiment to physical things; it's no surprise, then, that many of us find ourselves suffering over not just the loss of life but also over the perceived loss of memories embedded within their belongings. Lees meer
Today's conversation offers insight into decluttering through grief. Krista St. Germain is a Post-Traumatic Growth and grief expert; she's also a widow who believes that pain is inevitable but whether or not we suffer is entirely within our control.
Here's a preview:
[6:00] How to know when the time is right to sort through your deceased loved one's belongings (and where to start)
[9:45] Here's how facing sentimental clutter head-on fits within the grieving process
[22:00] Where to start and how to keep going: Krista's best tips
[27:00] Practical ways to steer clear of indecision drama
[30:00] How to best memorialize a loved one without keeping every single thing
Resources mentioned:
The Widowed Mom Podcast
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HEADLINES: Kids V. State, Smart Tech & Duluth
31 maart 2023 · 15 min
The enviro-news you need to know for Friday March 31, 2023: Lees meer
[00:30] iPhone's new eco-feature
[4:00] Bee brains
[7:30] Kids v. Montana
[12:00] Why is Duluth, Minnesota suddenly popular?
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Recycling The Unrecyclable
30 maart 2023 · 27 min
"I wish you would do an episode on TerraCycle. They have been in the news about not truly recycling the items they collect [and] their boxes are expensive. Am I wasting my money?" Lees meer
Here's a preview:
[3:30] The Number One difference between TerraCycle's sponsored waste program and zero waste boxes
[7:00] Have you seen the that cool infinity logo on products? Here's what it means
[13:30] What happened to Loop?
[19:00] Two 'gotcha' moments and a lawsuit
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The Decor Trend Bandwagon
28 maart 2023 · 42 min
Furniture and decor trends can be tempting. But trends peak then inevitably decline; after just a few years, our choices re: side lamps, accent chairs and everything in between often become (gasp!) outdated. Lees meer
It's true: hopping on and off the trend bandwagon can leave us broke and wasteful. On today's show interior designer Betsy Helmuth first offers this spring's biggest decor trends, then together we make them eco-conscious.
Here's a preview of the spring decor trends we're tweaking today:
[4:30] Moody maximalist wall colors
[9:00] Large-scale natural stone
[14:00] Embellished window treatments
[22:00] Doorknobs, pulls, and other metal finishes
[30:00] Statement lamps
Resources mentioned:
Van Deusen Blue paint by Benjamin Moore
Rub and Buff
CoolKnobsAndPulls.com
Episode #239: How To Find Your Home Decor Style
Annie Sloan chalk paint
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HEADLINES 3/24/23: Forever Chemicals, Slow Burn TV & Berries
24 maart 2023 · 16 min
The enviro-news you need to know for Friday, March 24, 2023: Lees meer
[00:30] Potential PFAS regulation?
[3:30] The planet's enduring fever
[8:30] 'Slow burn' television
[12:00] We want what we want when we want it: Our love of off-season produce
Resource mentioned:
Episode #264: Forever Chemicals
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Junk Culture
23 maart 2023 · 30 min
Goody bags, Easter baskets, and other junk culture opportunities: Revisiting the cheap plastic toys conundrum. Lees meer
Here's a preview:
[3:00] Everybody hates goody bags, so why are we still giving them?
[8:00] The history of gifting: 4 reasons why humans are wired to give gifts
[20:00] Words of encouragement for listeners reluctant to go against the grain
[27:00] 5 things to consider re: hosting a no-present birthday
Resources mentioned:
Episode #253: Everything Eco-Minimalist Birthdays
Episode #8: How To Host a No-Presents Birthday
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Edit Your Life
21 maart 2023 · 38 min
Life is noisier, messier, and more complicated than ever. In our quest to keep up, we can try to do it all—with mixed results. Lees meer
Instead of life passively happening TO us, we each have the power to create the life we want to live. On today's show: A conversation with author Elisabeth Sharp McKetta about figuring out what matters most and hitting delete on what doesn’t.
Here's a preview:
[7:00] Before we edit, we must first examine: 3 questions to regularly ask when seeking a life of intention
[9:30] The paradox of choice, plus: Why many of us rarely go after our first choice
[16:00] Words of encouragement for listeners who examine their life and don't like what they see
[21:00] Using your unique "core competencies" as organizing principles when editing your life
[27:00] Editing for generosity: How to edit your narrative to benefit the collective
[33:00] Elisabeth and Stephanie's thoughts on enjoying life despite the world's messiness
Resources mentioned:
Edit Your Life: A Handbook For Living With Intention In A Messy World
The Mother-Daughter Puzzle by Rosjke Hasseldine
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HEADLINES 3/17/23: Lab-To-Table, Bumpy Flights & Alt. Jet Fuel
17 maart 2023 · 15 min
The enviro-news you need to know for Friday, March 17, 2023: Lees meer
[00:30] Lab-to-table dairy
[4:00] Norfolk Southern's dioxin problem
[7:45] A failed levee and aging infrastructure
[12:00] Bumpy flights and climate change
[14:30] Cooking oil jet fuel?
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Are Carbon Offsets Worth It?
16 maart 2023 · 21 min
Should you pay a bit more for carbon-neutral shipping? (Answer: It's complicated.) How do you best offset your next flight? (Answer: Pay much more than you think.) On today's show we break down all-things carbon offsets. Lees meer
Here's a preview:
[4:00] Are carbon offsets a greenwashing gimmick?
[6:00] How to calculate the equity weighted social cost of carbon of your next flight
[15:30] Guilt-free shopping? Here's what carbon neutral shipping really means
[19:30] Breaking down the Climate Neutral Certified logo
Resources mentioned/Further reading:
Revealed: more than 90% of rainforest carbon offsets by biggest certifier are worthless, analysis shows (via The Guardian)
Calculate your flight emissions with MyClimate
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Growing Joy With Plants
14 maart 2023 · 39 min
The answer to a happier, more connected life may be as simple as connecting with nature. Enter houseplants, a.k.a. an easy and accessible way to bring the outside in. Although caring for plants has been shown to reduce stress, increase joy, and cultivate connections with ourselves, others and the earth, many of us are epic plant killers. What then? Lees meer
On today's show author and podcaster Maria Failla teaches a crash course on houseplant care for novice and intermediate listeners so that we (fingers crossed!) never kill a houseplant again.
Here's a preview:
[4:30] Why do plants make us feel so good? Here's what science says
[10:45] How to create your plant collection for under $20
[19:00] How to successfully grow houseplants in cold, dark, and drafty homes
[23:00] Exactly when and how to "pot up"
[28:00] Brown leaves, yellow leaves, plants with "legs", pests, orchids that won't re-bloom, and other common plant woes
Resources mentioned:
Maria's Plant Parent Personality Test
Espoma Organic
Hand Me Up
Young Planet
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HEADLINES 3/10/23: #StopWillow, Zombie Forests & Poland Springs
10 maart 2023 · 16 min
The enviro-news you need to know for Friday, March 10, 2023: Lees meer
[2:00] #StopWillow
[4:30] 'Zombie' forests
[7:30] The UN's (historic) High Seas Treaty
[11:30] Poland Spring's unquenchable thirst
Further learning:
Episode #137: 5 Facts About The Global Water Crisis
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The Scarcity Mindset
9 maart 2023 · 30 min
Corporations make money when consumers perseverate over what they don't have. And personal development? If you want to grow into the best person you can be, Step One is to abandon a mindset that's focused on scarcity. Lees meer
On this episode: how to radically transform your cognitive patterns from ruminating on what you lack to appreciating what you have in under 5 minutes a day.
Here's a preview:
[3:30] Do you suffer from a scarcity mindset? Find out in this quick, 6-question quiz
[8:00] Exactly how a scarcity mindset impacts your brain and behavior, according to psychology
[20:00] The multitudinous benefits associated with an abundance mindset, plus 3 steps to get you there
Resources mentioned:
Episode #343: The Distorted Mirror
Episode #299: Future-Conscious Thinking
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The Impact-Effort Tradeoff
7 maart 2023 · 36 min
When it comes to sustainable action, we tend to label behaviors as either/or: Either we're acting in a way that's "eco-friendly" or ..., well, not. But some lifestyle tweaks are greener than others: When time, energy, and funds are finite, where's the best place to focus our efforts? Lees meer
On today's show: A conversation with Sam Schreiner about the 4 categories of sustainable action - with a hefty dose of data-driven analysis to boot.
Here's a preview:
[7:00] 0.1 versus 1.0 makes a big difference! 5 examples of high impact efforts
[20:00] The privilege problem: Why are high impact behaviors also often high cost?
[27:00] Let's chat about low impact efforts. Do they matter?
[31:00] Gateway drugs and ripple effects: Here's why its impossible to quantify a lifetime's-worth of intention
Resources mentioned:
University of California Berkeley CoolClimate Calculator
Project Sunroof
Episode #330: The Big Fix
Episode #253: Everything Eco-Minimalist Birthdays
Ecosia
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High-Impact Decluttering
2 maart 2023 · 37 min
6 high-traffic, high-impact spaces to declutter that you can complete in 20 minutes or less. Lees meer
Here's a preview of the spaces we're decluttering today:
[4:00] Your car console
[9:45] Your purse/backpack/baby bag
[16:00] Your linen closet
[25:00] Your medicine cabinet
[28:00] The surface of your desk
[33:00] Your spice cabinet
Resources mentioned:
Episode #009: A Sustainable Minimalist's Bathroom
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Capsule Beauty
28 februari 2023 · 34 min
When it comes to skincare, loads of products line store shelves. Almost all of them make bold, anti-aging claims (fountain of youth, anyone?). Lees meer
But buying All. The. Products. comes with hefty financial and environmental price tags: If we want to age gracefully, what's the average woman to do and buy?
On today's show, board certified dermatologist Dr. Mary Alice Mina makes the case that using too many skincare products is unnecessary at best and potentially harmful at worst.
Here's a preview:
[4:00] What we're doing wrong when it comes to skincare from a dermatologist's perspective
[7:00] Transitioning from reactive quick skin fixes to long-term, preventative care
[11:30] Holistic skincare means skin cancer prevention: Here are the latest sunscreen guidelines
[17:00] Products we *actually* need (versus products we can confidently leave on the shelf)
[30:00] When, where, and who re: toner, exfoliant, and other ancillary products
[32:00] A medical professional's thoughts on Botox and fillers
Resources mentioned:
Kinship Self-Reflect Sunscreen
The Skin Real Podcast
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Rapid Fire Q&A
23 februari 2023 · 32 min
And we’re at it again! On today's show I’m answering 4 listener questions in rapid-fire format. Lees meer
Here's a preview of the questions I'm answering:
[1:30] What should conscious consumers consider when buying eco-conscious undergarments?
[13:30] What are some practical first steps for college students who want to practice sustainability?
[18:00] Oh what to do with baby bottles, car seats, breast pumps, and other one-and-done baby gear?
[23:00] Eco-home renovations 101: What should we keep in mind when embarking on a reno (with a limited budget to boot)?
Resources mentioned:
ARQ
Everlane
Episode #326: Gift Boundaries with Whitney Leah Morris
Clek
Re:Wild Your Campus
Bee Campus USA
Medela's breast pump recycling program
Find an energy auditor at Energy.gov
Habitat Restore
Renovation Angel
Big Reuse
Episode #312: Practical Energy Saving Steps
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Grocery Store Hacks
21 februari 2023 · 28 min
Inflation got you down? Chin up, friends! On today's episode: 12 tangible grocery store hacks that save money and reduce food waste. Lees meer
Here's a preview:
[2:00] What it looks like in real life to sacrifice convenience for better prices
[7:30] Even more reasons why you should consider buying dried beans instead of canned
[13:00] Can you freeze cheese? (Answer: Yes! Here's how)
[18:00] Where to get the best deals on milk, plus: the financial benefits associated with dairy-free alternatives
[24:00] What to do with produce you've bought on sale
Resources mentioned:
Flipp App
Egg Frittatas
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Pesky Polymers
16 februari 2023 · 27 min
88% of US and UK consumers want brands to help them be more sustainable in their daily lives and many are willing to pay a premium for plastic-free products. But despite consumer demand, plastic is everywhere and downright impossible to avoid. On today's show: 9 places those pesky polymers lurk, plus hacks for avoiding them. Lees meer
Here's a preview:
[4:00] Here's what you never knew about tires
[8:00] How to shop for tea like a conscious consumer
[15:00] Your dish sponge's dirty little secret
[17:30] Are e-cigarettes any better than regular cigs from an environmental standpoint?
[25:00] The latest research into cloth versus disposable diapers
[28:00] Microplastics vs. liquid plastics in makeup
Resources mentioned:
Customers Hate Plastic Packaging, So Why Do Companies Keep Using It? (via Forbes)
Gaia Guy
Etee
Microplastics: Which Beauty Brands Are Safe To Use? (via The Guardian)
Pukka
Republic of Tea
Numi Tea
Wot Not
Beat The MicroBead (The Plastic Soup Foundation's free app)
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A Green Burial
14 februari 2023 · 38 min
The typical American funeral boasts exotic flowers, a coffin made of fancy wood, and formaldehyde-based embalming. But green burials require fewer resources and skip a number of unnecessary steps; they also tend to be less expensive. Lees meer
Today I speak with green mortician Elizabeth Fournier about alternatives to conventional burials and cremations that are easier on the planet.
Here's a preview:
[5:00] Exactly what's wrong from an environmental standpoint with standard burials and cremations
[12:30] A brief history of embalming: Is it actually necessary?
[19:00] Liner-free plots, conscious caskets, and more: The tenets of a green burial
[28:30] How exactly does a green burial compare in terms of cost?
[33:00] Everything you need to know about aqua cremation, burials at sea, and natural organic reduction
Resources mentioned/Further reading:
The Green Burial Guidebook: Everything You Need to Plan an Affordable, Environmentally Friendly Burial
Elizabeth on Instagram @elizabethgreenreaper
Let Your Love Grow
Eternal Reefs
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The Distorted Mirror
9 februari 2023 · 30 min
Cyberpsychology is an emerging field that examines the ways in which technology influences human behavior. On today's show we discuss what happens to our purchasing habits when psychology, sociology, and 21st century tech collide. Lees meer
Here's a preview:
[1:30] Who you think you are is influenced by others (hello, looking glass self!)
[8:30] It's human nature to compare and compete: Here's how and why we internalize social media messaging
[16:00] 3 reasons why shoppers feel better when they purchase items that contribute to self-repair
[20:00] 2 ways dopamine and online algorithms work together and entice us to buy
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The Digital Looking Glass Self (via Psychology Today)
Buying: The Effect on Self-Worth Feelings and Consumer Well-Being
Why TikTok Made Us Buy It (via Psychology Today)
Stay Free App
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How To Quit
7 februari 2023 · 36 min
Quitting is aerobics for your brain; it's also the counterintuitive secret to success. Today I bring you a conversation with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Julia Keller about how to view quitting not as a pejorative but instead as a tool for swapping one destiny for another. Lees meer
Here's a preview:
[5:00] How the self-help movement created our anti-quit bias
[9:00] The similarities between honeybees and Simone Biles, with a nod toward strategic quitting
[17:00] How do you quit a high-stakes situation? (Answer: quasi-quitting!)
[23:00] Words of encouragement for listeners concerned they'll regret it later
[27:00] How parents listening can best support their children when they want to quit
Resources mentioned:
Pre-order Quitting: A Life Strategy (to release April 18)
Orlo Nutrition
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When Minimalism Feels Overwhelming
2 februari 2023 · 31 min
Organizing mega-influencer Marie Kondo made headlines earlier this week when she admitted to "kind of giv(ing) up" on tidying after having her third child. If, like Marie, you're feeling overwhelmed and disillusioned with minimalism, today's episode is here to help. Lees meer
Here's a preview:
[6:00] Let's first reign in our expectations: minimalism won't solve EVERYthing (but it'll certainly help)
[9:00] Simple organization strategies over complex ones, with real-life examples
[12:30] The Number One benefit to eating the biggest frog first
[17:00] If you find yourself with precious pockets of free time, utilize them this way
[21:00] Why decluttering, organizing, and tidying are acts of self-love
Resources mentioned:
Episode #152: How To Organize For Your Personality
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The Gifting Experience
31 januari 2023 · 38 min
When we return an unwanted gift to the manufacturer, it goes back on the shelf to be resold, right? Wrong. Most returned gifts (5.8 billion tons, to be exact) end up in landfills each and every year. Lees meer
The solution lies in responsible gifting, which alleviates the consequences associated with massive finite resource waste; it also saves shoppers time, money, and unnecessary stress.
Today author Tracey Lynch explains how to tweak your gifting philosophy to save our planet while also ensuring every gift you give is actually wanted and used.
Here's a preview:
[5:00] Sad statistics alert: Exactly how the gift giving exchange impacts the planet
[9:00] Reverse logistics is similar to driving backwards, and here's why
[18:00] How to give gifts that provide 100% satisfaction to the recipient
[32:00] Stephanie's 5 Rules for responsible gifting
[35:00] The why and how behind aiming not for surprise, but for delight
Resources mentioned:
Donum: Creating A Sustainable Gifting Experience
Qwant
Neeva
Episode #313: Thousands Of Data Points
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Dark Chocolate's Dark Side
26 januari 2023 · 27 min
Thanks to its rich supply of antioxidants, dark chocolate has long been revered for its health benefits. But there's a dark side to dark chocolate: Recent research has found heavy metals in many of our favorite brands. The worst part? These heavy metals - cadmium and lead - are linked to serious health problems including cancer in both children and adults. Lees meer
Today we round out Chocolate Week with a bang: Dr. Jim Rogers from Consumer Reports discusses what heavy metals in the cacao supply means for regular consumers; he also offers his best tips for shopping smarter and safer the next time we're in the chocolate aisle.
Here's a preview:
[2:00] Everything you need to know about cadmium and lead
[6:00] Exactly how heavy metals find their ways into the chocolate supply
[11:30] Traceability, trust, and responsibility: Addressing the industry's lack of corporate accountability
[18:00] Chocolate's best offenders, worst offenders, and every brand in between
[20:00] Does 'organic' matter with regard to heavy metals?
[22:00] Action steps for concerned chocolate consumers
Resources mentioned:
Lead and Cadmium Could Be in Your Dark Chocolate (via Consumer Reports)
Sign the petition and tell candy makers to educe risky heavy metals
How Ethical Is Your Chocolate? Listen to Part 1 of Chocolate Week here
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How Ethical Is Your Chocolate?
24 januari 2023 · 22 min
Ah, chocolate. While those decadent brown rectangles enjoy near-universal consumer love, the reality is far less sweet: Chocolate is one of the most unethical and unsustainable foods we eat. Lees meer
We can continue to enjoy chocolate by purchasing smarter. Today's show is Part 1 in a 2-part series about chocolate, and today - just in time for Valentine's Day! - we unearth the ethical and environmental implications associated with harvesting cacao on the global scale (I've also included 7 tips for being a conscious chocolate consumer, too).
Here's a preview:
[4:00] Machetes, pesticides, and kids: Child labor and slavery in the cacao industry
[11:00] The environmental problems associated with monocultures
[16:00] Some good news: 5 promising updates from the cacao industry
[17:30] How to enjoy chocolate by purchasing with intention: 7 ideas
Resources mentioned:
Episode #187: Palm Oil 101
Well + Good's list of sustainable and ethical chocolate companies
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Intentional Screen Time and Slow TV
19 januari 2023 · 30 min
70% of American parents worry their children spend too much time on screens. Are you one of them? Lees meer
Here's a preview:
[3:00] The implications of multiple screen shifts on attention span and executive functioning
[5:00] Exactly how much screen time children *should* get versus what they *actually* get
[7:00] School performance, inactivity, and more: 4 consequences associated with too much screen time and too many screens
[18:00] 5 Practical television reduction tips for newbies
[22:00] Creative ways to set screen limits in your home
[27:00] What's slow tv, exactly?
Resources mentioned/Additional resources:
The National Library of Medicine's full list of screen-related guidelines
1 Million Screen-Free Activities For Kids
Create your family media plan here
Take It Slow… The TV Trend That Will Chill You The F Out (via the handbook.com)
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Defend The Eco-Trend: Algae
17 januari 2023 · 35 min
Algae is having moments in many spotlights. First, innovators are using microalgae - not petrochemicals - to create disposable packaging. Elsewhere, macroalgae is fed to cows to reduce their methane emittance. And pesky algae blooms? There's actually a company that first captures then transforms algae blooms into our favorite sneaker's cushiony foam. Lees meer
Still, algae's biggest potential comes within the field of human nutrition. Is microalgae an alternative to fish for omega 3s and, if so, can this oft-overlooked photosynthetic organism solve our oceans' overfishing woes?
Here to unpack algae's emergence on the environmental scene is proud omega 3 evangelist Corinna Bellizzi, who believes algae is worth paying attention to for its array of both planetary and human health benefits.
(Psst ... If you're new to Defend The Eco-Trend episodes, this series dives deep into a product or innovation in the sustainability sphere with big promises. Is the hype legitimate (or is it greenwashing?).
Here's a preview:
[3:00] Half the oxygen we breathe comes from algae, plus other fun algae-related facts
[6:00] Recent innovations in the algae space
[16:00] Hey there, omega 3s! Microalgae's emerging place as part of the human nutrition solution
[19:00] 3 must-dos for optimal health
[21:00] Fewer fish, more algae: The Top 5 environmental and human health benefits associated with algae for omega 3s
Resources mentioned:
Orlo Nutrition (use code SUSTAINABLE10 for 10 percent off!)
Care More, Be Better podcast
Bloom Materials
Notpla algae-based disposable packaging
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Nutrition Without Compromise podcast
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Valuable Minimalist Lessons
12 januari 2023 · 32 min
A Top 10 list of minimalism's best and biggest life lessons. Here's a preview of a few we're covering: Lees meer
[4:00] Memories don't reside in trinkets.
[10:00] Save so you can spend ... on what matters.
[21:30] Extras keep us cluttered.
[23:30] You can’t recoup “worth”.
[29:00] Space is more valuable than stuff (and peace of mind is most valuable of all).
[31:00] It’s not a deal if you don’t need it.
Resources mentioned:
Episode #096: Why Self-Sufficiency Matters
Sustainable Minimalism (the book)
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Plant-Based Families
10 januari 2023 · 37 min
From meat-free 'chicken' nuggets to non-dairy ice creams, plant-based foods that actually taste good are becoming increasingly available in grocery stores. In many ways it's never been easier to find kid-friendly and carnivore-friendly cuisine. Lees meer
So then why aren't more of us (myself included) transitioning our families to plant-based eating?
In honor of Veganuary I bring you a conversation with PETA's Faith Robinson about why we should all take yet another look at our diets; she also offers her best tips for incrementally transitioning our families to plant-based eating.
Here's a preview:
[5:00] Are processed meat-free foods healthy?
[9:00] Thoughts on the protein problem
[10:00] Eating plant-based is one of the most environmentally friendly actions we can do and here's why
[11:00] Capitalizing on our children's innate sense of compassion to ease the transition to plant-based
[20:00] Don't reinvent the wheel! Incremental first steps for incorporating more plant-based meals
Resources mentioned:
Want more episodes like this one? Check out #238: The Future Of Food.
Tons of resources for parents available at petakids.com.
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Your Right To Repair
5 januari 2023 · 40 min
Stuff breaks. In 2023, stuff breaks often. Few amongst us possess the knowledge to fix the evermore complex gadgets we use every day; worse, professional repairs (if they're even available) often cost more than replacing the item outright. What's a sustainable minimalist to do? Lees meer
On today's episode we discuss all-things conscious consumption as it relates to home appliances, planned obsolescence, and the Right To Repair movement (it'll be fun, I promise!).
Here's a preview:
[3:00] An electricity primer: where it comes from and why it's important to choose energy-efficient appliances
[9:00] Exactly how long our favorite household appliances *should* last (we see you, planned obsolescence)
[22:00] Energy Star versus Energy Guide: What's the difference?
[29:00] Everything you need to know about the Right To Repair movement
[36:00] Practical ways to maintain your appliances for longevity
Resources mentioned:
Repair.org
How To Use the EnergyGuide Label To Shop for Home Appliances
Buy Me Once
Consumer Reports
ENERGY STAR Most Efficient 2023
Find a Repair Cafe near you
Episode #095: What's Planned Obsolescence?
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Finite Resources
3 januari 2023 · 36 min
We may indeed live in a world in which we can get whatever we want whenever we want it, but there's a problem with such instant (and incessant!) gratification: Resources are finite. Lees meer
On today's show, a conversation with blogger and author Liz Frugalwoods about how to teach our children that money doesn't grow on trees and buying new isn't consequence-free.
Here's a preview:
[4:30] Getting our kids on board: How to reframe eco-frugality as a game
[11:00] Proaction as a handy Waste Not, Want Not tool
[20:00] The why and how behind early financial education for our children
[24:00] Real-time financial literacy: How to kick off a chore routine for kids
[32:00] Liz's thoughts on normalizing secondhand as a means of preserving finite resources
Resources mentioned:
Last chance to sign up for our school bus initiative! Email Stephanie at MamaMinimalistBoston@gmail.com with a simple "I'm in!" and we'll get you on the list.
Meet the Frugalwoods: Achieving Financial Independence Through Simple Living
Liz on Instagram
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The Big Fix
20 december 2022 · 33 min
A conversation with energy policy advisor Hal Harvey and award-winning NY Times journalist Justin Gillis about exactly what we need to do more of in 2023 to ensure the planet remains habitable for our children. Lees meer
Here's a preview:
[2:00] Is it already too late?
[4:00] The transition to seeing ourselves not as mere green consumers but instead as green citizens
[12:00] Creating a "tangible local expression" of your environmental values: the why and how
[25:00] How to decide which eco-policy to put your weight behind (and what it really means to "hit it hard")
Resources mentioned:
The Big Fix: 7 Practical Steps To Save Our Planet
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Clutter's Hidden Costs
15 december 2022 · 33 min
What your clutter is costing you, plus 5 guiding principles for mindful rehoming. Lees meer
Resources mentioned:
Episode #105: The Dark Side Of Donating: Where Do Goodwill Donations Actually Go?
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New Year New You
13 december 2022 · 40 min
When it comes to health-first resolutions (eat healthier! feel better in jeans!), it's unfortunate but true: such resolutions often fail shortly after January 1. Lees meer
On today's show Leeann Rybakov outlines what it *really* takes to make your health-centered New Year's Resolution stick.
Here's a preview:
[3:00] Exactly why our get healthy/lose weight/eat right/move more resolutions fail, according to a Board Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach
[11:00] The Number One aspect of nutrition we tend to get wrong
[20:00] How important is sleep when it comes to health, actually?
[26:00] Extreme workouts don't lead to extreme health. Here's why
[36:00] Stress effects on our individual health goals
Resources mentioned:
Pillar assessment
5-Day Detox To Reset Your Body
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Holding The Line
8 december 2022 · 31 min
It's the most wonderful time of the year, or is it? December can be stressful, expensive, and emotionally taxing; it's no wonder, then, that 3 in 5 Americans believe the holiday season negatively impacts their mental health. Lees meer
Enter interpersonal boundaries which, when done right, protect your time, well-being, and budget. Even better? Drawing explicit lines in the proverbial sand increases the chances you'll actually enjoy the holiday season.
Here's a preview:
[3:00] The personal and interpersonal benefits associated with setting boundaries
[6:00] Getting our minds right: 2 soul-deep understandings that are necessary before attempting to set any interpersonal boundary
[14:00] When to set a boundary (and exactly how to do it, according to psychologists)
[19:30] It's role play time! 7 potential interpersonal trouble areas, with 7 real-life boundary setting examples
Resources mentioned:
Episode #243: Boundaries And Generational Clutter
Episode #326: Gift Boundaries
We Can Do Hard Things podcast
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Gift Boundaries
6 december 2022 · 33 min
How do we kindly ask our parents and in-laws to stop buying into plastic junk culture for our children? Why would we even want to embark on such an uphill battle? Lees meer
Overwhelming amounts of gifts may be commonplace around the holidays but the reality is this: The Number One most important gift we can give our kids is an inhabitable planet on which they can survive and thrive. With both the planet and families in crisis (hello, debilitating clutter!), it's high-time we find ways to avoid unnecessary presents in advance of the holidays.
Today I chat with Whitney Leigh Morris about how she established (and maintains!) gift boundaries with her loved ones in December and always.
Here's a preview:
[3:00] Both you and your children benefit when you establish gift boundaries; here's why
[7:00] When to play the "climate crisis card" versus when to pivot
[20:30] 3 reasons to donate to reputable non-profits instead of returning or re-gifting
[24:00] Hindsight Mom Guilt wisdom for parents concerned their kids will be left wanting
[31:00] Thoughts on handling people who are affronted by your boundaries
Resources mentioned:
Episode #231: Unhappy Returns
Episode #105: Where Do Goodwill Donations Go?
Airbnb Experiences
Whitney on Instagram
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RE-RELEASE: Listeners Call In! 20+ Non-Consumer Gift Ideas
2 december 2022 · 21 min
When it comes to giving presents, sustainable minimalists understand that less is more and thoughtful is better. Indeed, minimalist holiday gift ideas don’t manifest themselves when walking the mall; you can’t find them by panic buying in the days leading up to Christmas, either. Lees meer
Need some inspiration? Today I’m thrilled to turn the mic over to you the listeners as you offer up nearly 2 dozen non-consumer gifts for the holiday season.
*A note from Stephanie: This episode originally aired in November 2021 and it's too good to not re-release!
Here’s a preview:
[2:20] Making (and preserving!) memories through experiences and photos
[5:20] 7 personalized DIY gift ideas (that will also be appreciated)
[9:15] 2 book-related minimalist gift ideas
[13:00] Creating new traditions as a means of buying less junk
[16:00] When in doubt, donate
[19:00] Thoughts on the “gift in a box” hack
Resources mentioned:
Yankee Swap rules
Heifer International
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Something For Nothing
1 december 2022 · 29 min
Are you getting all you can from your library? Lees meer
Libraries are quiet pillars of our communities that often get overlooked. That's unfortunate because libraries are one of the few places where you can truly get something for nothing.
On today's show I'm outlining 7 goods and services you likely never knew you could get for free from your library.
Here's a preview:
[9:00] Exactly how much you're paying for multiple video streaming services (plus, how much the library can help you save)
[16:30] Stephanie's favorite hack for cooking magazine lovers
[20:00] How to get the most out of your Library Of Things
[22:00] Museum tickets and your child's holiday Experience gift, BAM
Resources mentioned:
Episode #289: The Convenience Tax
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Hoopla Digital
Kanopy Video Database
Mango Languages
OverDrive Ebooks, Audiobooks and More
Zinio
eBook Central
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Expansion
29 november 2022 · 28 min
Success is often accomplished with grit, resilience, and action. Still, many of us women are bogged down by countless pressures each and every day. Who has time to work toward goals when the obstacles in the way somehow feel both mundane yet unconquerable? Lees meer
You can face steep odds and still find happiness, and that's because every woman has wells of resilience within to help get us through.
Today I speak with career and leadership coach Jennifer Pestikas about making the choice to take up space; she also offers the nuts and bolts behind boldly expanding.
Here's a preview:
[3:45] What should be in your resiliency toolbox (and how to build yours)
[7:30] Thoughts on managing the pressures associated with being the first, the only, or different
[15:00] Breaking down reasons why women sometimes make themselves small/diminish their accomplishments
[24:00] What to do when you find yourself at the intersection of defeat and reinvention
Resources mentioned:
The Nine Enneagram Descriptions (via the Enneagram Institute)
Gallup Strength Finder
Good On You app
Brave Women At Work: Stories Of Resilience
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O Christmas Tree
22 november 2022 · 25 min
Ah, the holidays. The 5-ish weeks between Black Friday and New Year's Day tend to be an extended party of sorts in which many of us overspend, overeat/drink, overdecorate, and excessively waste. The excesses associated with the holidays come with a hefty environmental cost: on average, US households produce 25% more trash than normal between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day; worse, wonton wastefulness can (and does) add more than half a metric ton onto our annual carbon footprints. Lees meer
I believe it's entirely possible to have a joyous December without the waste and so, on today's show, we discuss practical ways to spread holiday cheer with the planet in mind.
Here's a preview:
[2:00] Artificial, local, root ball intact, and more: Breaking down the Christmas tree conundrum via Steph's handy dandy grading rubric
[17:00] 4 of the most impactful (and practical!) ways to spread good tidings without being wasteful, according to mathematics
Resources mentioned:
Organic Christmas Tree Farms Near You Database
The Carbon Trust's Tips For A More Sustainable Christmas (via Carbon Trust)
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From FOMO To JOMO
17 november 2022 · 25 min
Joy Of Missing Out (JOMO) is about actively turning from the external stimuli that neither serves nor ignites. And whereas Fear Of Missing Out (FOMO) is rooted in external validation, obtaining JOMO is a giant leap toward serving your internal self. Lees meer
During the holidays and always, it pays to get intentional about All. The. Things: Our priorities, our precious free moments and, of course, our long-term goals. On today's show we first discuss our collective affinity as human beings for simplistic comparisons; we also break down 4 action steps toward a more intentional (and self-soothing!) way of being.
Here's a preview:
[2:30] The historical origins of social comparison
[10:30] Don't compare yourself to others, compare yourself to yourself: Here's how
[12:00] The Number One question people pleasers should ask themselves before committing
[21:00] 7 effects of cortisol on the body, plus practical thoughts on *actually* slowing down
Resources mentioned:
Episode #178: Digital Minimalism
Sustainable Minimalists free Facebook group
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Life Lessons
15 november 2022 · 36 min
Parenting the eco-minimalist way is, well, difficult. It's also an 18-ish year commitment that goes directly against societal norms. Lees meer
I'm no expert, but I do believe that impactful parenting starts by capitalizing on teachable moments. On today's show I speak with Elizabeth Ireland about *exactly how* she passes 3 central eco-minimalist lessons onto her children.
Here's a preview of the 3 life lessons we discuss today:
[9:30] Teaching children how to give
[20:00] Preparing our progeny for life: The 'why' and 'how' behind decluttering
[27:00] Imparting the elusive skill of not needing to get everything we want
Resources mentioned:
Alltruists Impact Kits
The Kindness Elves
The Tree Lady
Ten Things I Can Do to Help My World
We Are The Water Protectors
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The Attitude-Behavior Gap
10 november 2022 · 33 min
The attitude-behavior gap is a fancy schmancy research term that describes the discrepancy between what we say and what we do. When it comes to eco-minimalist living, many of us quietly experience an oversized gap between our values (save the planet! live minimally!) and our actions (buy single use plastic! purchase on impulse!). Lees meer
On today's show we are diving into the recesses of this, well, gap. Why does it exist for the vast majority of us, and how can we close it?
Here's a preview:
[2:00] A breakdown of the 5 distinct consumer personas: Which one are you?
[11:00] 5 reasons why the attitude-behavior gap exists
[18:00] 5 steps to closing your own attitude-behavior gap
Resources mentioned/Further reading:
How To Bridge The Intention-Behavior Gap
Closing the Attitude-Behavior Gap: The Case of Solidarity Purchase Groups
When You Feel Blue About the Environment, Act Green (via Psychology Today)
How Brands Can Embrace the Sustainable Fashion Opportunity (via Bain & Company)
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Minimalism And Well-Being
8 november 2022 · 30 min
Many minimalists boast that living simply has improved their well-being in a myriad of ways. The problem, however, is that such statements are anecdotal. Does research back up these personal stories? What - if anything - does science say about minimalism's benefits? Lees meer
On today's show Shannon and Gerry Arner and I marry research findings re: simple living with day-to-day experience.
Here's a preview:
[5:45] The link between materialism and loneliness
[10:00] How living simply on purpose impacts well-being
[14:30] Cortisol be gone: The negative correlation between clutter and mental health
[20:00] How to use minimalism as a re-centering tool
[22:00] Practical ways to infuse slightly more minimalism into your daily life
Resources mentioned:
Arner Adventures on Instagram
What Can Minimalism Do For Mental Health? (via Psychology Today)
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How To Buy Laundry Detergent
3 november 2022 · 33 min
There's lots to consider when searching for an eco-friendly and non-toxic laundry detergent. Are those strips and pods actually environmentally conscious if they're wrapped in PVA? Why don't detergents offer a full list of ingredients on their packaging? Lees meer
As it turns out, laundry detergents have lots of misleading claims (ahem ... marketing gimmicks) designed to confuse consumers. On today's episode we're breaking down everything you need to know about detergent so you can make informed purchasing decisions moving forward.
Here's a preview:
[2:00] Pricing discrepancies: Do eco-friendly laundry detergents always cost more?
[6:15] Breaking down the 5 biggest environmental concerns associated with laundry detergent
[9:15] Everything you need to know about Polyvinyl Alcohol (I'm looking at you, pods and sheets)
[18:00] How to find a laundry detergent that's actually non-toxic
[22:00] Stephanie's detergent-buying grading rubric for informed purchasing decisions
Resources mentioned:
Episode #277: All-Things Eggs
Episode #294: A Better Trash Bag
Tandi's Naturals
Degradation of Polyvinyl Alcohol in US Wastewater Treatment Plants and Subsequent Nationwide Emission Estimate (via the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health)
MamaSuds dryer ball
Fit Organic stain remover
Kind Laundry
Episode #279: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
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Impulse Buys
1 november 2022 · 31 min
Let's face it: Impulse buys are fun in the moment. But what feels good in the short-term doesn't always jive with our long-term goals and quick decisions may not align with our core values. Lees meer
If you regularly buy on impulse, you're not alone. According to Shopify, over 87% of US shoppers make impulse buys and more than 50% of all grocery items are sold because of impulsiveness. Enter Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni, co-hosts of the Frugal Friends podcast. Jen and Jill argue that frugality at its roots means preserving all kinds of resources and they're on the show to help you uncover the emotion beneath impulse buys.
Here's a preview:
[6:30] The 'cheap' stigma: Reframing frugality from an undesirable trait to a positive one
[11:00] What has to happen before you tackle your impulsive spending habit
[18:00] When impulse spending is triggered by emotion
[24:00] Buying and belonging: How to reign in comparison-related purchases
[31:00] The 'both, and' approach: Holding the tension
Resources mentioned:
James Clear's Habit Loop
Frugal Friends Podcast
Want more episodes like this one? Check out # 258: Conscious Spending
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