Sustainability is Sexy
We will talk to leaders in the sustainability space to provide insights, solutions and updates for creating a healthier planet.
Episodes
40 episodes
401: Climate Communication
In the first episode of season 4 Liz speaks with Skylar Knight, a climate communicator with Project Drawdown. Listen to hear Skylar's story and environmental actions individuals and organizations can take to reduce their negative impact on the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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40:46
306: Plastic Beach
In this episode, Liz speaks with the founder of Plastic Beach, Matthew Clough. Listen to hear Matthew's journey to providing commercial and residential soft plastic recycling resources. Soft plastics, like grocery and produce bags, should never...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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48:34
305: Sustain SD
In this episode Liz speaks with fellow local non-profit founder, Kyle Galkin. We talk about his organization, Sustain SD, and their work with school gardens and composting programs in San Diego. Listen to hear Kyle's story and some exciting upc...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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29:01
304: Pit and Seed
This week Liz speaks with Barrett Fisher, founder of Pit and Seed, a meal delivery and food service providing a truly reusable container experience. Listen to learn more about the program and how you can make more sustainable packaging choices ...
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24:00
303: Purposer
In this episode Liz speaks to founder of the new online marketplace, Purposer, Joline Mann. Purposer provides a space for brands focusing on purpose over profit. Listen to learn more about responsible con...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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18:19
302: Muxu Creations
In this episode Liz speaks to Ainara Calahorra, the founder and creative soul behind slow fashion, upcycle brand, Muxu Creations. Ainara shares her story of learning how to sew later in life and co...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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36:49
301: Produce Good
In the season 3 premier episode, Liz speaks with co-founder of Produce Good, Nita Kurmins Gilson. We discuss produce gleaning, food waste prevention strategies and how to be a stay positive. Listen to learn more about Produce Good and how you c...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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31:33
210: Seed & Trellis
This week Liz speaks with founder and owner of Seed & Trellis, Stacey Messina. We discuss home gardening and how this practice can benefit you and the planet. Stacey shares how you can grow fresh food in any space and offers coaching servic...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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19:04
209: Our Bodies. Our Planet.
In this episode Liz speaks to Danielle Ryan Broida, clinical herbalist and expert in the functional mushroom and adaptogen space. We talk about the earth's mycelial networks and how our body's health is connected to the health of our planet. Li...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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19:56
208: Pure Project Brewing
In this episode Liz speaks to Cassie Dexter Torti from Pure Project Brewing and they discuss sustainable business models and working with the community to create positive impact and growth. Listen to learn more about this amazing local, climate...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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13:19
207: Stop Food Waste Day
This special episode is comprised of excerpts from past interviews focusing on fighting food waste. Listen to learn more about the environmental impacts of global food waste and how individuals and organizations in our community or keeping food...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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16:19
206: Site See
On episode 6, Liz speaks to Kelsey Reaves, the founder of Site See, a sustainable clothing brand for female travelers and digital nomads. Listen to learn more about Site See's unique approach to clothing and Kelsey's tips for living more sustai...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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13:55
205: Our Trend Shops
This week Liz speaks with students from High Tech Middle school in Liberty Station about their sustainable business project, Our Trend Shops. Combining conscious creativity with valuable world skills, these students are inspiring innovation in ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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12:18
204: Green STEAM Alliance
This week Liz speaks with co-founders of Green STEAM Alliance, Kristi Stone and Tracy Black. GSA is providing collaborative solutions for an innovative circular economy. Listen to learn about fixit clinics, local resources and how to take steps...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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18:24
203: Restaurant Sustainability
In this episode Liz speaks to Chef JoJo Ruiz, executive chef at Lionfish and Serea in San Diego. We discuss aquaculture, buying local and sustainability in the restaurant industry. Listen to learn how you can eat more sustainably at restaurants...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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11:45
202: Sustainable Shane
This week, Liz speaks with local sustainability expert, Shane Coopersmith! Sustainable Shane has been living and spreading sustainability awareness for most of his life and shares some of his intro and expert level tips for living a more sustai...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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13:58
201: Kismet Refining
It's the season premier of SIS The Podcast and Liz speaks with co-founder of Kismet Refining, Chelsea Jordan Enright. Fighting food waste with flavor, Kismet creates local, small batch vinegars, hot sauces and more. Listen to learn about this a...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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14:48
123: Ridwell
This week, Liz speaks with Sarah, founder of Food2Soil and community launcher at Ridwell. We talk about waste stream management and how San Diego can support Ridwell’s upcoming launch in our community. Ridwell:
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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19:41
122: M'Porte
In this episode Liz speaks with Brian Macdonald, founder of M’Porte, sustainable take out containers. Tune in and learn about how M’Porte is changing the way we take out food and fighting single use plastic waste and a few tips on making more p...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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13:18
121: Upperhandmedown
In this episode, Liz speaks with Steph Olshanski, artist and owner of the online thrift store and upcycle shop, Upperhandmedown. Listen to learn about sustainable fabrics, fast fashion vs. a closed loop system and the benefits of purchasing sec...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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20:02
120: Boozy Bones
In this episode Liz speaks with Alice Shupe, founder of Boozy Bones dog treats in San Diego. Boozy Bones are sustainable dog treats made from upcycled spent grains, supporting less waste in the beer industry. Listen and learn more about this aw...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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12:23
119: The Nada Shop
This week Liz speaks with Samantha Simone, owner of The Nada Shop in Encinitas. We talk about single use plastic, natural body care and the importance of refilling. Listen to learn simple, but impactful, eco-friendly practices you can implement...
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15:05
118: eMpulse Sustainable Clothing
In this episode, Liz speaks with Emily Karrer, owner of sustainable clothing company, eMpulse. We talk about the negative impacts of the fast fashion industry, thrifting, upcycling and sustainable clothing. Listen and learn how to make your clo...
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14:48