The Unlock Earth Podcast

Creativity is one of the most unique gifts we have as humans and the world needs our art for a better and more sustainable future. It is through sharing art and creativity that we have seen some of the biggest positive global changes and by harnessing that power we can use it as a force for good! In this episode, I’m joined by Amie McNee, an author, creative coach, speaker and podcaster, who helps thousands of creatives all over the world to move through resistance and chase their callings. I’m excited to share our open and honest conversation with the hope that you’re inspired to tap into your inner artist, because the world needs your art! In this conversation, we spoke all about how to embrace your creativity and overcome comparison and the fear of being seen as an artist. We also discussed how you can use your creativity to help build a better planet and how to create through challenging times. This was such an open and inspiring conversation that I’m very excited to share it with you! 

If you want to learn more about why the world needs your art, using your creativity for positive change and creating in challenging times then this episode is for you.

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Manifestation, spirituality and wellness have all become buzzwords over the years and their important meaning has often been lost during that journey. Many of these practices have deep cultural connections and can support not only our personal well-being but also how we care for the planet. For this episode, I’m excited to welcome my guest Allira Potter, a proud Yorta Yorta woman, a trained reiki practitioner, intuitive reader, energy healer, writer, model and an empowerment and mindset coach. Allira’s practice is fully immersed around culture, cultural awareness, and education, with a focus on debunking the wellness narrative to ensure diverse representation and decolonisation of the often white-dominated wellness space. In this conversation, we spoke all about manifestation, and how you can incorporate it into your life to build a better future not only for yourself but for the planet. We also began to unpack the implications of the white-washed wellness space and how we can begin decolonising the industry. We finished by talking about the importance of culture and self-love, especially in today’s world.

If you want to learn more about decolonising wellness and manifesting your best life and a better future for our planet then this episode is for you!

Head to https://www.tylalockwood.com/podcast/33 for the full show notes!

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Consuming consciously can often be a challenge, finding which brands and products are truly ‘sustainable’ or ‘ethical’ is becoming even more difficult. This episode’s guest, Niccii Kugler started her company NASH + BANKS as a way to ‘make better possible’ by helping anyone looking to live a more conscious life to discover the best ethical and sustainable solutions available today. The platform is a one-stop-show for inspiring brands run by change-makers, innovators and artisans all dedicated to rewriting our future. In this conversation, we spoke all about navigating shopping as a conscious consumer and how to decipher between the truly purpose-driven brands and those who are using ‘sustainability’ as a marketing tool. We also discussed the power of telling the stories behind sustainable brands to encourage more conscious consumption. We finished by talking about how we can make ‘sustainable’ shopping more accessible for everyone. 

If you want to learn more about conscious consumption and the power of sustainable storytelling then this episode is for you

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Indigenous communities have been living in connection with the land for centuries. At a time when our environment is in crisis, uplifting indigenous knowledge and methodology through collaborative partnerships is vital to co-creating a sustainable future.

This episode's guest, Dr  Desiree Hernandez Ibinarriaga is an Indigenous Mexican woman, creative practitioner, collaborative and social design maker and lecturer whose purpose is to acknowledge and recognise the relationality between people and place while privileging Indigenous knowledges. Throughout all of her work Desiree’s focus is on building better ways of partnership, collaboration and communication between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people through design.

In this conversation, we spoke in-depth about the importance of and how to begin decolonising yourself, how to respectfully and effectively uplift indigenous knowledge and the connection between people and planet and why strengthening it is vital to tackling climate change. We also spoke about Desiree’s connection to Mexico as an Indigenous woman and she shared some personal stories about her family and heritage. 

If you want to learn more about decolonising yourself and uplifting indigenous knowledge then this episode is for you.

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Innovation and new alternatives are ensuring sustainable changes become the norm as we move forward in a more environmentally conscious world. Industries like leather are having to seek out innovative alternatives to traditional animal leathers or plastic vegan leather to meet customers desires for more sustainable alternatives. This weeks guest, Tessa Carroll has used her entrepreneurial nature to build two sustainable businesses that pride themselves on being ahead of the curve and using innovative materials like plant-based leathers. Her businesses A_C Official and The Common Good Company are working to offer more sustainable options to consumers. In this conversation, we covered a lot, including all things plant-based vegan leathers, how Tessa had to knock down doors to get access to the innovative materials, how plant-based leather is made and the benefits and limitations of these alternatives. We also spoke about the importance of innovation and not settling for what is already out there when searching for sustainable products. Finally, we dived into recycled materials, managing microplastics and the reality of modern manufacturing. 

If you want to learn more about Plant-based leather and the need for innovation for a sustainable future then this episode is for you! 

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Incorporating nature into fashion is an important part of slowing down the fashion industry and making it more sustainable. This weeks guest Eloise Panetta, not only is inspired by nature in her handcraft pieces, she directly includes it in her designs by using a natural botanical dyeing process. As the founder, heart and hands behind her self-named luxury womenswear label, Eloise founded the collection on the values of quality, craftswomanship, sentimentality and sustainability. In this conversation, we dive into how Eloise is inspired by nature and uses a unique process to directly incorporate nature into her garments, by dyeing them with botanicals. We also discussed how handmade items and slower consumption is important for the future of fashion to be more sustainable. Finally, we covered the challenges of starting a small sustainable business in the sea of fast fashion companies. 

If you want to learn about consciously incorporating nature into fashion then this episode is for you! 

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Are you ready to see more diverse voices centred in conversations about sustainability? This weeks guest, Natalie Shehata has spent her career redefining sustainability in the fashion space and beyond, to centre Black, Indigenous and People of colour communities. She is an eco stylist, speaker, writer, non-traditional educator and community organiser – fighting for equity and social justice. In this conversation, we dive into how Nat started tommie magazine as  ‘the destination for creative women with a conscience’ and to uplift diverse voices. We also take a look at the importance of fashion and how you can master the art of shopping second hand. Finally, Nat shared some great insights on how you can be a better advocate or activist in order to create real change.

If you want to uplift and centre diverse voices in sustainability and become a master of second-hand fashion then this episode is for you! 

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The Plastic Free Mermaid, Kathryn Nelson, has spent more than ten years living plastic-free and is on a mission to teach anyone how they can quit plastics too. Single-use plastics are more available than ever but it is leading to a plastic pollution crisis. We are seeing the huge impacts of plastic on wildlife, the environment and our health. In this conversation, we dive into all things plastic and waste reduction, including, how to begin reducing your waste, the importance of shopping local and why bioplastics aren’t the solution to the plastic problem. We cover lots of tips and advice that can help anyone wherever they are on their journey to quitting plastics! 

If you want to quit plastics and learn more about living waste-free then this episode is for you.

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Kylie Matthews, through her period underwear business AWWA Period Care, is working to create real and lasting change in the period industry. With the common single-use period products being so damaging to the environment, Kylie and her co-founder built AWWA to make sustainable reusable period products more accessible. They are also tackling period poverty and stigmatisation so that periods no longer have a negative impact on anyone who menstruates. In this chat we speak all about the benefits of period underwear, what period poverty is & how we can tackle it, embracing indigenous practices around menstruation and learning to love your period! 

If you want to reduce the environmental impact of your period and learn how to start tackling period poverty then this episode is for you! 

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Travel writer Nina Karnikowski is working towards improving the planet by encouraging people to travel more consciously and make a living doing what they love. Having worked as a travel writer for the past decade, she has shifted her focus to ensuring her and her readers travel is less harmful on the planet. She is also dedicated to supporting others in their creative pursuits through running workshops and courses. In this chat we speak all about how you can make your travel more sustainable and conscious, building a purpose-driven career and connecting with your creativity. 

If you want to travel more lightly and live a life you love then this episode is for you!

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