The Good Dirt: Sustainability Explained

Bonus Reprise: Mary & Emma on How to Make Back-to-School More Sustainable

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This episode originally aired on August 23, 2022.


What aspects of the back-to-school season are tapping into core memory making, and how much is just consumer hype? Listen in as Mary & Emma peel away the marketing from the emotion, and discuss ideas for reframing this season in a more sustainable way for kids AND parents.

Things Mentioned:

  • Episode 135 with Wisdom Supply Co.
  • Michael Pollan, author of In Defense of Food - An Eater's Manifesto
  • Lady Farmer Marketplace
  • Wool Lunchbox
  • Jute Sandwich Bag
  • Jackalo Clothing


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      • Original music by John Kingsley @jkingsley1026



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