In the latest episode of Tell Me Where I’m Going (Wrong), Josh and Sean laugh and (almost) cry about the state of the world.

The pair chat about the rapid destruction of Earth through mass consumerism, rampant over-consumption, the lie of recycling, greenwashing, and the planned obsolescence of modern products. It’s terrifying!

The episode also finds time to celebrate and explore the legacy of pop culture megastar Dolly Parton. They discuss favourite memories as well as which Dolly songs will stand the test of time. Spoiler: all of them!

Sean finishes this week’s instalment by sharing news about the return of London Vegan Beer Fest, set to take place in the UK capital in September 2026.

Enjoy the ride!

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About the Hosts

Josh Leuner is a London-based singer and plant-geek. Find out more about him here:

https://linktr.ee/joshandthejumpstarts 

Sean O’Callaghan is an award-winning blogger and published author. Find out more about him here:

https://linktr.ee/fatgayvegan 

Theme Music

Our theme music is the song Empty Seat by Josh and The Jumpstarts   -  Stream it here: 

https://open.spotify.com/artist/4KxOAKJFWCoSWBMA99QEax?si=3Q_SjkQKTVuXANcrxmh95g

Things mentioned

Buy Now: The Shopping Conspiracy:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buy_Now!_The_Shopping_Conspiracy

Signup for London Vegan Beer Fest updates:

https://www.veganbeerfest.co.uk

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates

02:43 Dolly Parton: Legacy and Longevity

05:38 Consumerism and Its Impact

08:42 The Shocking Reality of Waste

11:39 The Role of the Consumer

14:38 Concluding Thoughts on Change

23:26 Consumerism and Its Impact

27:56 The Role of Economic Forces in Consumer Behavior

30:19 Environmental Activism and Corporate Responsibility

35:47 Memories from the London Vegan Beer Fest

42:40 Future of the London Vegan Beer Fest and Community Engagement

47:10 Outro