PVC or polyvinyl chloride, one of the most widely used plastics in the world, has a unique combination of properties, making it versatile and useful in the fashion industry and beyond. However, it’s also a controversial material due to its environmental impact and potential health risks. This week, Laura dives into the topic with Alden Wicker, an award-winning journalist and the author of ‘To Dye For: How Toxic Fashion Is Making Us Sick.’ For more information, visit https://brightly.eco/blog/pvc-health-environment-concerns.
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What's the Deal With PVC? How the Popular Plastic Affects Human Health and the Planet

Living sustainably should be easier. Curious about a zero waste lifestyle? Want to know what the “circular economy” or “slow fashion” really means? As the founder of both Brightly.eco and Wildwoven (a sustainable pajama company), eco-expert Laura Alexander Wittig brings you actionable daily sustainability tips in each episode of Good Together. Tune in weekly for bite-sized ways to make a positive impact! For more info, visit https://brightly.eco/podcast

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Conscious consumerism and personal wellness go hand in hand. This week, we're joined by Sadie Lincoln, the visionary CEO and founder of Barre3, to explore the symbiotic relationship between sustainability and physical well-being, and how Barre3 studios nationwide are paving the way for a healthier planet and populace.
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The Intersection of Wellness and Sustainability with Sadie Lincoln

Have you ever wondered what happens to your donations once you drop them off at Goodwill? Us too! This week, we're joined by George Burt, COO of ShopGoodwill.com—an ecommerce platform that is owned and operated by the non-profit. We explore what happens to donations, how Goodwill gives back to the community, and how to change your shopping habits for good.
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A Deep Dive Into Donations and the Secondhand Market With George Burt

Warmer weather is here, meaning that there's no better time to get outside and reconnect with our planet. In this solo episode, Laura discusses how spending time in nature can be good for your health and your mind.
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Reconnecting with the Earth: Hiking and Nature Walks

Whether you're team traditional or eco-friendly cleaning products, you might be wondering how effective these eco-friendly cleaners actually are. This week Jason Tetro—AKA "The Germ Guy"— is back to talk about these cleaning products, including their effectiveness and some rules you should always follow.
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Are Eco-Friendly Cleaners Actually Effective?

If you live in an area that doesn’t accept glass recycling, tossing a single bottle in your bin can wreak havoc on the planet. Franziska Trautmann, co-founder of Glass Half Full, is challenging the current system by turning glass "waste" into a resource. In honor of Earth Month, we're resharing an important past episode where she discusses all things glass recycling and waste management, the benefits of turning glass into sand, and more. For show notes, visit https://brightly.eco/glass-recycling.
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What's the Deal With PVC? How the Popular Plastic Affects Human Health and the Planet

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