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The Sustainable Hive episodes
- Episode 43: Bee Joyful For LifeBee Joyful is stepping into a new chapter. In this episode, Jess shares the heart behind the shift, reflects on how the journey began with her kids, and explains how the mission continues online and through the podcast…rooted in intention, community, and care.7 min
- Episode 42: Before Convenience Took OverIn this episode, Jess breaks down how convenience culture and single-use plastics reshaped our habits and why Bee Joyful is returning to simpler, 1950s-era values like reuse, quality, and intentional living to reduce waste and protect our planet.8 min
- Episode 41: Why Simple Still WorksIn this episode of The Sustainable Hive, we reflect on the beauty of keeping things simple…simple ingredients, simple solutions, and choices that feel good to live with. A thoughtful close to the year, and a quiet nod to what’s coming next.6 min
- Episode 40: Holiday Stress & Mental LoadFeeling burned out by holiday expectations and consumer culture? This episode explores holiday stress, mental load, over consumption, and mental health – offering gentle ways to reduce pressure, reconnect with what matters, and care for yourself during a heavy season.6 min
- Episode 39: Creating Traditions Without StuffLearn how to create meaningful holiday traditions without spending money or adding clutter. This episode explores low cost, low waste, family traditions, memory making ideas, and how experiences can outlast any gift.7 min
- Episode 38: Low Waste Holiday HostingWant your holiday gatherings to feel cozy, thoughtful, and low waste? This episode breaks down how to host with less plastic, less food waste, and more intention without losing the magic.8 min
- Episode 37: BONUS: Joyful Zero Waste GiftsThis episode unwrapped how to give meaningful, low waist gifts that support local shops, reduce holiday, trash, and spark real joy. From refillable favorites to handmade goods and eat gift cards, this guy helps you celebrate the season with intention.9 min
- Episode 36: Carbon Behind The CartFast shipping isn’t free – the planet pays for it. Learn how convenient culture drives emissions and waste, and what simple choices you can make to shop smarter and lighter.7 min
- Episode 35: Clearing Up Composting ConfusionBiodegradable doesn’t always mean compostable. Learn how to compost the right way, what belongs where, and how Kalamazoo’s new food scrap program - including Bee Joyful’s drop off site - makes it easier than ever.6 min
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About The Sustainable Hive
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Welcome to The Sustainable Hive — your go-to podcast for sustainable living, plastic-free swaps, and real talk about climate change, environmental news, and mindful living. Hosted by Jess, founder of…
Bee Joyful Shop, each episode breaks down the big issues (like plastic pollution and corporate greenwashing) and turns them into empowering, doable actions for your home, your health, and the planet. Whether you’re zero waste, low waste, or just eco-curious — you’re in the right hive.