By Bonnie & Madeleine
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Hey everyone, in today's episode we’re sharing some bittersweet news - this will be our last episode of 101 Ways to Save the Planet. It's been an amazing and inspiring journey, but it's time to move on to new life aspirations and adventures. We've had some real heart-to-heart chats, learned a lot, and connected with values-aligned people like you along the way. While life changes and busy schedules have made it tough to keep going, we're so grateful for the memories and lessons.
Looking ahead, we're excited about new projects, like writing, activism, and even building a solar-powered resort in Indonesia! While this may be goodbye for now, we hope our podcast has left a positive impact on you and that you will remain an active part of our community. Let's stay connected and keep making a difference together. Cheers to a brighter tomorrow!
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"The stories I’m endeavouring to write will paint a very hopeful future and provide a really beautiful picture so that we can start believing in THAT image and moving toward that image." - Bonnie
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In today's podcast, Simon Gonzalez, a third-generation natural builder, discusses the global potential of natural building using materials like cob and adobe. He introduces the concept of "outposts" for showcasing the potential of these often ancient techniques, emphasises regional education, and addresses logistical challenges in today’s world, including legal obstacles. Simon dispels myths about the resilience of natural materials, explores practical applications in urban settings, and promotes a sustainable, pod-style approach to building.
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"Natural buildings are antimicrobial and antifungal. There's a long list of healthy attributes to using these products!" - Simon Gonzalez
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In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Paula Huerta, a licensed architect, sustainability & circular economy consultant, and passionate advocate for environmental solutions. Paula, a friend of Bonnie’s living in Lombok, Indonesia (the island next to Bali), shares how she stays motivated by staying educated and up-to-date on the latest sustainability solutions available and why she is always willing to get her hands dirty to bring those solutions to her own community. Listening to Paula, you can’t help but feel inspired by her never ending passion.
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"When you're beginning and don't know how to start, the best way is to see what others are doing and offer your help." - Paula
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Happy December Everyone! We are taking a short holiday break for the rest of the month, but before we go, we're sharing some quick tips for a conscious and ethical holiday season.
In this episode, we cover some ideas for eco-friendly gifts, like refillable beauty products and second-hand or more sustainably-made clothes. We also talk about the charm of homemade gifts - like Madeleine's special hot chocolate mix! - as well as some great alternatives to Amazon for online shopping. Plus, we explore unique alternatives for cards and wrapping, like seed paper and reused artwork.
Remember, it's not about perfection—it's about making a positive impact. So, pick up just one idea and let us know which one you bring to life this holiday season. Cheers to a conscious and joyful celebration! 🌍✨
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In today's episode, we're thrilled to welcome Phil Pierce from Zoox, a company working to innovate the future of autonomous, electric “people movers” (don’t call it a car!). Phil is Zoox's senior public policy and safety strategy manager, and talks to us about the path to evolving urban transportation to accommodate more electric, autonomous, and on-demand mobility and fewer gas--powered, accident prone and highway clogging single-driver vehicles.
Phil discusses the shift from car ownership to shared, eco-friendly transportation options. Zoox envisions safer cities with autonomous vehicles, transit, bikes, and pedestrians sharing roads. Safety is a priority, with Zoox surpassing human-driven standards.
Already, Zoox is testing autonomous rides on public roads in places like Las Vegas (a city that can use as many designated drivers as it can get!), which is a major step toward its future of more widespread use. Read more about it here: https://zoox.com/journal/las-vegas/
Join us as we explore Zoox's vision for sustainable, accessible, and enjoyable urban mobility.
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In this podcast episode, we focus on how to make our kitchens more environmentally friendly spaces. We believe the key to achieving a greener lifestyle lies in gradual steps and educating ourselves over time. Today, we're excited to share the practical tips we've learned for reducing waste and energy consumption in our kitchens.
The main topics we'll cover include waste-free kitchen products, non-toxic cleaning solutions, composting and recycling, making sustainable coffee choices, and improving energy efficiency. We also want to encourage you to share your ideas and feedback with us because we truly believe that even small changes can have a significant positive impact on the environment.
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We're back with Climate Communications and Policy expert, Will Hackman, for part two of our conversation. If you haven't heard part one, we recommend going back to check it out and get the full picture on how we can improve climate communications to mobilize more public action.
In this episode, we discuss how to stay positive while communicating the facts, and to remember the role that kindness and compassion can play in moving toward a collaborative mindset. We talk about how climate change work isn’t about the little steps individuals take to reduce their carbon footprint, but about policy above all, which is why getting involved in our local governments and communities and voting for leaders who care about climate change is essential.
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"I think it’s quite an optimistic message to think about how we become resilient and how we adapt where we live to climate change now and in the future…if you truly try to imagine how you will live in the future if we achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement…it is an almost UTOPIAN vision of the future.” - Will Hackman
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In this episode, we're beginning the first part of an exciting two-part interview with a special guest, Will Hackman, a climate conversation and policy expert. Will's work focuses on helping people understand and discuss complex climate change issues in a way that feels personally relevant.
Our conversation touches on the need to reframe climate change as a humanity crisis rather than just an environmental one. We also discuss the importance of issue identification, rejecting disempowering "world burning" narratives, and using messages that resonate with people's everyday lives to bridge the gap with those who may not see climate change as a serious threat.
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"The Earth doesn't care whether or not we are saved, we are trying to save ourselves." - Will Hackman
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In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Laura Yochum, an eco-conscious friend of Madeleine's in Los Angeles. Madeleine met Laura at her fantastic refill shop, Prostainable, which she started after leaving a long corporate career in the beauty industry. Now Laura, who is certified by the Permaculture Academy of Los Angeles, is on a mission to help others minimize their environmental impact through the products she sells at her store. During our conversation, Laura shares her hopeful vision for the future, focusing on raising awareness and doing what we can to make sustainable choices and cut down on waste.
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"You're being mindful and that's already more than half the battle." - Laura.
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In today’s episode, we delve into the simple and accessible eco-friendly bathroom hacks that Madeleine and Bonnie have done to reduce their environmental impact. Learn how to make simple cleansers, scrubs and masks from ingredients in your kitchen, apps that make it easier to find products with safe ingredients, and alternatives to paper products we use on the loo. Join us in our journey to a greener bathroom and discover which alternatives you might be interested in trying to reduce your environmental impact.
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We're all in different stages of our planet saving journey. So we have to just be willing to experiment. - Madeleine
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The podcast currently has 50 episodes available.