Small Steps to Sustainable Living

We're talking about the small, eco-friendly steps we've taken over the past year and revisiting our interview with Trace Zero Waste owner, Mala Persaud.

Learn about simple swaps like bamboo washcloths and cloth napkins, along with the challenges and triumphs of minimizing paper towel use. The episode also explores innovative sustainable products and eco-friendly cleaning methods.

Inspired to make a difference? Let us know how you're reducing waste one small step at a time!

Key Points:

• Importance of reducing waste
• Debunking recycling myths
• Personal eco-friendly swaps (bamboo washcloths, cloth napkins)
• Challenges and solutions for reducing paper towel use
• Innovative sustainable products (bamboo dental floss)
• Eco-friendly cleaning methods

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Earth Day Reflections: Reducing Waste and Sustainable Living

00:00 Opening Banter: Fashion Faux Pas

00:40 Introducing the Podcast and Today's Theme

00:51 Recapping Earth Day Episode with Mala Persaud

03:48 Reflecting on a Year of Sustainable Changes

04:17 Deep Dive into Sustainable Living Practices

05:17 The Bidet Revolution: A Personal Journey

09:09 Expanding Sustainable Practices Beyond the Bathroom

19:22 Reflections and Future Goals for Sustainability

20:51 Closing Thoughts and Invitations

21:20 Outtakes and Bloopers