Episode Summary: Today, we dive into the second part of our discussion with Josh Spodek, a leader in environmental advocacy and personal change who landed a segment in the Daily Show. 

As we are about to step into the new year, we're bringing you another special rebroadcast. 

In this segment, Josh shares deeper insights into his journey of personal transformation and environmental responsibility, challenging conventional notions about sustainable living and climate action. 

Josh believes that the key to systemic change lies in individual transformation. That is why his work also includes coaching high-profile leaders, like C-suite executives from major polluting companies or politicians to cultivate a deeper sense of environmental responsibility in these influencers because their actions can create significant ripples through their positions of power and influence.

This episode was originally aired in 2022. Follow the link to listen to the full episode

Watch Josh Spodek in the Daily Show

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Featuring Carbon Almanac Contributors Brian D Tormey and Olabanji Stephen

Brian is a Real Estate Title Insurance Professional and Goat Farmer in the US.

Olabanji is from Lagos Nigeria, he’s a Creative Director and visual designer that helps brands gain clarity, deliver meaningful experiences and build tribes through Design & Strategy. He founded Jorney - a community designed to help people stay productive, accountable, and do their best work. 

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The CarbonSessions Podcast is produced and edited by Leekei Tang, Steve Heatherington and Rob Slater.

Episode Summary: Today's episode takes listeners on a journey, exploring Christmas celebrations from the past, present, and future, and linking these experiences to the broader challenges of climate change. 

Hosts Jenn, Kristina, and Leekei share their personal stories, reflecting on how their festive traditions intertwine with some of the themes of ‘A Christmas Carol’.

This conversation aims to inspire a transformation of the holiday season into a time of greater environmental awareness and compassionate action.

The episode delves into reimagining Christmas traditions through an eco-friendly lens, considering sustainable festive celebrations, and acknowledging those less privileged who are affected by climate change. 

It’s a dialogue about transforming holiday cheer into meaningful, climate-aware actions, encompassing the joy of giving and inclusive celebration.

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Featuring Carbon Almanac Contributors Leekei Tang, Jenn Swanson and Kristina Horning.

Leekei is a fashion business founder, a business coach, an international development expert and podcaster from Paris, France. 

From Langley in British Columbia, Canada, Jenn is a Minister, Coach, Writer and community Connector, helping people help themselves. 

Kristina has a background in architecture and engineering. Currently in Prague (that it is where she is originally from) and her base is US

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The CarbonSessions Podcast is produced and edited by Leekei Tang, Steve Heatherington and Rob Slater.

Episode Summary: Joshua Spodek discusses sustainability leadership, intrinsic motivation and systemic change

As we step into the festive holiday season, we've decided to revisit some of our most inspiring and thought-provoking episodes from the past. Today, we're rebroadcasting the first part of a conversation that Olabanji and Brian had with Joshua Spodek, host of the award-winning 'This Sustainable Life' podcast, and a four-TEDx speaker.

Josh is not only a bestselling author but also a professor at NYU, a leadership coach, and a passionate advocate for environmental stewardship.

You'll hear Josh delve into his personal missions and projects that contribute to positive change in the world. He shares his experience of living off the grid in Manhattan.

This truly original, unusual and radical endeavour even landed him a segment on The Daily Show last November.

This episode was originally aired in 2022. Follow the link to listen to the full episode

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Featuring Carbon Almanac Contributors Brian D Tormey and Olabanji Stephen

Brian is a Real Estate Title Insurance Professional and Goat Farmer in the US.

Olabanji is from Lagos Nigeria, he’s a Creative Director and visual designer that helps brands gain clarity, deliver meaningful experiences and build tribes through Design & Strategy. He founded Jorney - a community designed to help people stay productive, accountable, and do their best work. 

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The CarbonSessions Podcast is produced and edited by Leekei Tang, Steve Heatherington and Rob Slater.

Episode Summary: In this special holiday edition of CarbonSessions, hosts Leekei, Kristina, and Jenn dive into how the festive season can be an opportune time to spark meaningful conversations about climate change. 

As we approach year-end festivities filled with gatherings and reunions, our hosts explore ways to integrate climate change discussions into our holiday interactions without dampening the celebratory spirit. 

They emphasize the power of asking open-ended, curiosity-driven questions to create connections and start dialogues on climate issues.

As a takeaway, the hosts highlight that while we may not be experts, our collective curiosity and willingness to engage in dialogues are crucial in navigating the complex issue of climate change. They encourage listeners to use holiday gatherings as platforms for such valuable exchanges, and to remember that it's never too late to make a difference.

Resources mentioned: The Carbon Almanac website and its resources, including free downloads of the Spanish version of the book, children's version, educator's guide, and more.

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Featuring Carbon Almanac Contributors Leekei Tang, Jenn Swanson and Kristina Horning.

Leekei is a fashion business founder, a business coach, an international development expert and podcaster from Paris, France. 

From Langley in British Columbia, Canada, Jenn is a Minister, Coach, Writer and community Connector, helping people help themselves. 

Kristina has a background in architecture and engineering. Currently in Prague (that it is where she is originally from) and her base is US

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The CarbonSessions Podcast is produced and edited by Leekei Tang, Steve Heatherington and Rob Slater.

Episode Summary:  This segment is from a longer episode featuring Kate Field, a regenerative farmer from Tasmania, Australia.

A fascinating common thread unites our guest Kate and hosts Brian and Katherine: beyond their shared dedication to environmental stewardship, they all engage in regenerative farming with a focus on goat breeding.

To listen to the full episode go here.

To find out about Kate’s farm, check out https://www.leapfarm.com.au/

Resources mentioned in the episode:

Let’s Have a Think: Regenerative Farming

Josh Spodek Website

https://www.sacredcow.info/book

Footprint Network - Ecological Footprint Test

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Featuring Carbon Almanac Contributors Katherine Palmer and Brian D Tormey

Katherine is an Aromatherapist and Workshop Coordinator from Canada. Brian is a Real Estate Title Insurance Professional and Goat Farmer in the US.

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The CarbonSessions Podcast is produced and edited by Leekei Tang, Steve Heatherington and Rob Slater.

Episode Summary: In this holiday special episode of CarbonSessions, hosts Leekei, Kristina, and Jenn delve into the intricate relationship between holiday celebrations and environmental impact. 

Holiday celebrations and their global spread especially in today’s consumer-driven societies contribute to the planet’s strain. They went on to discuss the enormous surge in holiday-related consumption.

According to the National Retail Federation, in the US, holiday sales grew from USD 400 billion in 2003 to over 900 billion in 2023 . The hosts discuss the environmental implications of holiday decorations, the energy consumption of festive lights, and the surge in gift-giving, leading to increased waste.

Kristina, Jenn and Leekei explore alternative ways to celebrate, focusing on minimizing waste and maximizing experiences. 

They share personal stories and fun ideas, like using election pamphlets for gift wrapping and creating memorable experiences rather than giving material gifts. The episode also touches on the importance of local and traditional foods during holidays, as opposed to imported, expensive items.

The hosts concluded on the essence of holidays as a time for community and connection, and the importance of aligning our celebrations with our environmental values.

https://nrf.com/media-center/press-releases/2023-holiday-reach-record-spending-levels

https://www.greenchoices.org/

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Featuring Carbon Almanac Contributors Leekei Tang, Jenn Swanson and Kristina Horning.

Leekei is a fashion business founder, a business coach, an international development expert and podcaster from Paris, France. 

From Langley in British Columbia, Canada, Jenn is a Minister, Coach, Writer and community Connector, helping people help themselves. 

Kristina has a background in architecture and engineering. Currently in Prague (that it is where she is originally from) and her base is US

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The CarbonSessions Podcast is produced and edited by Leekei Tang, Steve Heatherington and Rob Slater.

Episode Summary: This episode revisits a previous conversation focusing on microplastics in the oceans, particularly those originating from running shoes and tyre erosion. 

Olabanji and Leekei discuss the significant issue of plastics from these sources leaching into the biosphere. Key findings include:

• between 15-31% of microplastics are in the oceans
• main sources of microplastics are from: laundering of synthetic clothes (35% of primary microplastics); abrasion of tyres through driving (28%); intentionally added microplastics in personal care products, for example microbeads in facial scrubs (2%)

source: European Parliement

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Featuring Carbon Almanac Contributors Leekei Tang and Olabanji Stephen

Leekei is a fashion business founder, a business coach, an international development expert and podcaster from Paris, France.

Olabanji is from Lagos Nigeria, he’s a Creative Director and visual designer that helps brands gain clarity, deliver meaningful experiences and build tribes through Design & Strategy. He founded Jorney - a community designed to help people stay productive, accountable, and do their best work

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The CarbonSessions Podcast is produced and edited by Leekei Tang, Steve Heatherington and Rob Slater.

Episode Summary: In this CarbonSessions episode, hosts Leekei, Jenn, Kristina, and Olabanji dive into the intricacies of 'net zero,' a term increasingly used by governments and companies. 

But what does it genuinely mean? Does it equate to offsetting? And importantly, how does it contribute to addressing the climate crisis?

Inspired by a video from science communicator and astrophysicist Sabine Hossenfelder, Leekei shares her insights, shedding light on the complexities of these climate-related concepts. 

The episode reveals that a lack of understanding can leave us susceptible to greenwashing and manipulation in climate discourse, highlighting the importance of clarity and comprehension in these critical conversations.

To watch Sabine Hossenfelder video The Net Zero Myth. Why Reaching our Climate Goals is Virtually Impossible

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You can find out more on page 30 of the Carbon Almanac and on the website you can tap the footnotes link and type in 999.

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Featuring Carbon Almanac Contributors Leekei Tang, Jenn Swanson, Kristina Horning and Olabanji Stephen.

Leekei is a fashion business founder, a business coach, an international development expert and podcaster from Paris, France. 

From Langley in British Columbia, Canada, Jenn is a Minister, Coach, Writer and community Connector, helping people help themselves. 

Kristina has a background in architecture and engineering. Currently in Prague (that it is where she is originally from) and her base is US

Olabanji is from Lagos Nigeria, he’s a Creative Director and visual designer that helps brands gain clarity, deliver meaningful experiences and build tribes through Design & Strategy. He founded Jorney - a community designed to help people stay productive, accountable, and do their best work.

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The CarbonSessions Podcast is produced and edited by Leekei Tang, Steve Heatherington and Rob Slater.

Episode Summary: This episode revisits a segment from a previous conversation on Foods and Climate Change, focusing on the carbon footprint associated with various food types. 

Jenn and Olabanji engage in a quiz crafted by Leekei, uncovering insights that highlight the complexity behind seemingly simple food-related questions. 

The episode also sheds light on the diversity of dietary habits, revealing how certain foods that are staples in some regions may be rare in others.

source for the quiz: https://www.foodunfolded.com/

To listen to the full episode go here.

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You can find out more on pages 66, 76, 119 and 139 of the Carbon Almanac and on the website you can tap the footnotes link and type in 013, 022, 676 and 069

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Featuring Carbon Almanac Contributors Leekei Tang, Jenn Swanson and Olabanji Stephen

Leekei is a fashion business founder, a business coach, an international development expert and podcaster from Paris, France.

From Langley in British Columbia, Canada, Jenn is a Minister, Coach, Writer and Community Connector, helping people help themselves.    

Olabanji is from Lagos Nigeria, he’s a Creative Director and visual designer that helps brands gain clarity, deliver meaningful experiences and build tribes through Design & Strategy. He founded Jorney - a community designed to help people stay productive, accountable, and do their best work

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The CarbonSessions Podcast is produced and edited by Leekei Tang, Steve Heatherington and Rob Slater.

Episode Summary: In this episode of CarbonSessions, hosts Leekei, Jenn, Kristina and Olabanji dive into the complex issue of sustainability efforts and greenwashing communication.

They begin by defining greenwashing as misleading marketing that falsely presents products or services as environmentally friendly. The conversation then delves into why greenwashing is harmful, noting its potential to erode consumer trust, undermine real environmental efforts, and create a false sense of progress in combating climate change.

The hosts discuss various examples of greenwashing, such as deceptive product packaging and the illusion of carbon offsetting in air travel. They also touch on the phenomenon of 'green hushing,' where companies making actual positive environmental changes refrain from publicizing them due to fear of being labeled as greenwashers. 

The episode highlights the importance of consumer education, the need for transparency, and the value of community-driven sustainability.

In conclusion, the episode stresses the urgency for authenticity in sustainability efforts, summarized in the powerful message: "Don't fake it, just make it."

For more information on the project and to order your copy of the Carbon Almanac (one of Amazon best-selling books of the year!), visit thecarbonalmanac.org

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Featuring Carbon Almanac Contributors Leekei Tang, Jenn Swanson, Kristina Horning and Olabanji Stephen.

Leekei is a fashion business founder, a business coach, an international development expert and podcaster from Paris, France. 

From Langley in British Columbia, Canada, Jenn is a Minister, Coach, Writer and community Connector, helping people help themselves. 

Kristina has a background in architecture and engineering. Currently in Prague (that it is where she is originally from) and her base is US

Olabanji is from Lagos Nigeria, he’s a Creative Director and visual designer that helps brands gain clarity, deliver meaningful experiences and build tribes through Design & Strategy. He founded Jorney - a community designed to help people stay productive, accountable, and do their best work.

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The CarbonSessions Podcast is produced and edited by Leekei Tang, Steve Heatherington and Rob Slater.