Sustain Dane Podcast

Welcome back to our Sustainable Breakfast Series! During this event Sustain Dane brought together experts to speak about more sustainable apparel options like clothing made from hemp fiber, thrift stores, and the steps brands take to minimize impact.

This episode features the voices of:
Marianne Fairbanks an Audrey Rothermel Bascom Professor
Julie Bennett the CEO & Executive Director of St. Vincent de Paul
Robert Behnke the Co-Founder of Fair Indigo
Carolyn Benforado the Board President for The Sewing Machine Project

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Sustain Dane was founded in 1999 by a group of Madison community members to create a more sustainable future for Dane County. Today on the show we are being joined by Jim Bradley and Karen Crossley to discuss what sustain Dane looked like in it's the beginning! We discuss early efforts and programs including neighborhood and workplace study circles, residential rain barrels, and training City of Madison staff in the Natural Step. 

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The Sustain Dane Summit is a conference for sustainability enthusiasts to learn, connect, share, reflect, and build new personal and professional skills. In 2023 your host, Jay Davis, got to attend his first one! Tune in to hear about his experience and from a few of the other folks who were kind enough to share theirs.

Save the date for the 2024 Sustain Dane Summit—Friday November 8.

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The Sustain Dane Podcast is back for 2024! We once again bring you the audio from our Sustainable Breakfast Series. During this event Sustain Dane brought together experts to speak about mental health in relation to climate change.

This episode features the voices of:
Dekila Chungyalpa the Director of The Loka Initiative
Christy Wilson-Mendenhall, Research Assistant at Center for Healthy Minds

You can find the trailer mentioned in the episode here!

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In this episode of the Sustain Dane Podcast we tune into another live event! This time we bring you the audio from our Sustainable Breakfast Series. during this event Sustain Dane brought together experts to speak about air quality in Madison and Dane County.

This episode features the voices of:
Cristina Carvajal, Executive Director of Wisconsin  EcoLatinos
Ivo Rozendaal, Studio Leader at SmithGroup
Brianna Denk, Air Quality Planning and Standards Section Chief at Wisconsin DNR
Brad Pierce, Director of UW Madison Space and Engineering Center

Don't forget to register for the Sustain Dane Summit coming up November 3rd!

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In this episode of the Sustain Dane Podcast we sit down with Clayton Frazer, the founder and principal ecologist of Native Range Ecological.

Clayton Frazer has spent a lifetime dedicated to the preservation and revitalization of our natural landscapes. Join us as we delve into his passion for preserving biodiversity, maintaining native ecosystems, and fostering a harmonious coexistence between nature and human development.

Clayton was a speaker at our August All Around Dane County event in Deerfield where he spoke about the same topics as this episode. If you want to meet and engage with folks like Clayton, who are passionate about sustainability in their community, make sure to check out our upcoming event in McFarland on October 25th!

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In this special edition of the Sustain Dane Podcast, we take you to the graduation ceremony of an innovative bilingual program that's making a difference in the community. Join us as we hear from graduates of the Recycling and Air Quality program! This course was programmed by Sustain Dane in association with the Latino Academy of Workforce Development.

This episode will immerse you in a world of linguistic diversity and sustainability, as a majority of today's episode will be in Spanish! Discover how these individuals have become empowered to create a positive impact on the environment and air quality in their communities.

This episode is a celebration of diversity, environmental education, and commitment to a greener, cleaner future. Don't miss it!

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As summer comes to a close and we begin the school year once again, the Sustain Dane podcast delves into the northside of Madison to check in with our Powerful Teen Leaders program.

Join us as we sit down with program founders, directors, and the incredible young leaders themselves to explore the profound impact this initiative is having on the local community and beyond. Discover how the program equips teenagers with the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to drive positive change in their communities and tackle pressing sustainability challenges head-on.

We'll learn about the transformative experiences of these young leaders as they engage in hands-on projects, develop leadership skills, and cultivate a deep sense of environmental and social responsibility. From solar power, electric cars, to cadavers, these teens are proving that age is no barrier to creating meaningful change. Hear firsthand accounts of their projects, what they chose to do this summer, and how they're looking to shape their own future.

Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply someone who believes in the power of youth, this episode is for you. Join us on this journey of empowerment, leadership, and sustainability as we uncover the extraordinary impact of the Powerful Teen Leaders Program.

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We continue our exploration of Sustain Dane's All Around Dane County series of events today with an episode featuring speakers from Sun Prairie! The All Around Dane County programs aim to bring together people interested in sustainability, learn from local success stories, and share ideas with one another. While we weren't able to bring you the live audio from this event which took place in June, we were able to catch up after the fact with a few of the speakers.

Tune in as we hear from Sarah Wells (Sun Prairie Market Manager), Bill Dunlop (VP of Sun Prairie (Parks Friends), and Ben Stanger (Founder of Green Box). They talk about what they do and how their respective organizations are helping Sun Prairie and Dane County be a more sustainable community.

https://parksfriends.org/

https://www.withgreenbox.com/

https://cityofsunprairie.com/1318/Sun-Prairie-Farmers-Markets

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Join us as we embark on a thrilling exploration of Sustain Dane's All Around Dane County series of events! The All Around Dane County programs aim to bring together people interested in sustainability, learn from local success stories, and share ideas with one another. The very first event in this series took place in April of 2023 began in the charming town of Mt. Horeb.

If you missed the event, you're in luck! You can catch the entirety of the presentational section of the event right here. Tune in as we delve into the motivations and aspirations the citizens of Mt. Horeb have for fostering sustainability, connection, and positive change within their communities. We got to hear from local leaders, artisans, and residents whose stories intertwine to give a greener outlook for this community. 

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