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Circle of Influence

12 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratings

THE REALREAL x CFDA PRESENT:  CIRCLE OF INFLUENCE  

 

The 9-episode podcast series, Circle of Influence will center on conversations around sustainability combined with a range of topics relevant to current contexts including COVID-19 impacts, the urgency of social justice issues, and the role of creative leadership in navigating transformative change.  

  

Series voices will include designer, brand, editorial, education, climate, materials and NGO - experts who will share their unique perspectives. The intent is to dig deep into the issues while identifying opportunities for accelerated momentum as we navigate towards building a new more sustainable, just and equitable future. 


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Episodes

WE ARE ALL CONNECTED

December 18, 2020 08:01 - 34 minutes - 78.5 MB

We Are All Connected: From inclusivity to virtual living- the future of fashion will be shaped by our relationships. While there is no playbook for today’s uncertainties or blueprint to navigate un-chartered systems of change – guided by unity and by taking care of each other – together we can design stronger futures. When we are connected, we are adaptable and resilient. By applying circularity and innovation, we can valuably evolve and transform, making positive social and environmental im...

We Are All Connected

December 18, 2020 08:01 - 34 minutes - 78.5 MB

We Are All Connected: From inclusivity to virtual living- the future of fashion will be shaped by our relationships. While there is no playbook for today’s uncertainties or blueprint to navigate un-chartered systems of change – guided by unity and by taking care of each other – together we can design stronger futures. When we are connected, we are adaptable and resilient. By applying circularity and innovation, we can valuably evolve and transform, making positive social and environmental im...

Laying The Foundation: Creative Leaders Thinking Sustainability For The Long Term

December 15, 2020 08:01 - 38 minutes - 88.6 MB

Digging deeper into the minds of seasoned industry leaders who have successfully championed and fostered sustainability within the fashion industry, this episode will go straight to the source to uncover how the groundwork for sustainable practices can be formed to produce long-term results. From obstacles encountered to solutions found, follow the journeys of three advocates who are committed to bringing sustainability with them into 2021 and beyond. Host: Julie Gilhart, President of Tomo...

Disrupting The System: The Generations of Sustainability Leaders

December 11, 2020 08:01 - 35 minutes - 82.3 MB

Saddled with the burden of fixing the environment that previous generations ignored, millennials are heeding the call of the IPCC and leading the charge on sustainability - setting a strong example for Gen-Z. Savvier with social media than previous generations and more politically engaged/disruptive than their parents, they are solidly exhausted with bureaucracy and becoming leaders in their own right. So what gives? Host:  Julie Gilhart, President of Tomorrow Projects and Chief Developmen...

Regeneration + Transformation

December 08, 2020 08:01 - 20 minutes - 47.8 MB

Planetary Healing, New Fashion Paradigms, Value Systems + Quantum Leaps.. Is the new normal Mindfulness? From challenge to opportunity = Regeneration + Transformation. In this episode, we’ll talk with global climate, circularity and policy experts on what matters most - when mapping a future that is creatively resilient, truly transformative and collaborative. Underlining bright spots for Hope, we’ll explore how applying a quadruple bottom line thinking mindset {People, Planet, Purpose, bef...

Race & Sustainability Part II

December 04, 2020 08:04 - 45 minutes - 105 MB

Race and the intersection of sustainability: While much of fashion is course correcting and reworking its production praxis and textiles for a more sustainable future, we haven’t as of yet tackled the issue of race and environmentalism. All too often the most vulnerable communities to the fallout of pollution are those of color. Like all of society, the issue of environmentalism is stratified along racial lines and in order to create a brighter future for all, we must expand the dialogue on ...

Race & Sustainability Part I

December 04, 2020 08:03 - 31 minutes - 43.6 MB

Race and the intersection of sustainability: While much of fashion is coursecorrecting and reworking its production praxis and textiles for a more sustainable future, we haven’t as of yet tackled the issue of race and environmentalism. All too often the most vulnerable communities to the fallout of pollution are those of color. Like all of society, the issue of environmentalism is stratified along racial lines and in order to create a brighter future for all, we must expand the dialogue on d...

Wardrobe for the Future

December 04, 2020 08:02 - 37 minutes - 85 MB

Wardrobe for the Future begins with the question, “What’s in the closet for the future of fashion?” From idea to invention, the intersections of fashion, technology, bespoke, and innovation have never been more promising. New methods of creation, storytelling and materials are leading the way to a fashion future that is circular, safe, regenerative, and beautiful. Centered on the unique ways that new brand models and design systems are transforming, there is no one size fits all approach. T...

Future of Fashion Week

December 04, 2020 08:01 - 34 minutes - 79 MB

As NYFW shifts to a mostly virtual calendar and the global fashion system re-calibrates to a COVID-19 world alongside unprecedented societal, economic, cultural and economic shifts - brands are applying ingenuity, and new approaches to presentation. As reflection of brand identity - many designers are choosing to hybridize presentation, editorial, + commerce experiences through digital platforms, integrating a Phygital approach to retail - with sustainability, technology and innovation centr...

A New Lens Into The New Year

December 04, 2020 08:00 - 25 minutes - 58.4 MB

In “A New Lens into the New Year”, we’ll talk with The RealReal’s CEO Julie Wainwright and the Council of Fashion Designers of America’s CEO, Steven Kolb on leading fashion by way of both mission and purpose. On why sustainability matters now more than ever and how brands big and small are making change. And lastly, how, from their viewfinders, 2021+ fashion moves forward.   Hosts:   Julie Gilhart, President of Tomorrow Projects and Chief Development Officer of Tomorrow Ltd., on behalf o...

THE REALREAL x CFDA PRESENT: CIRCLE OF INFLUENCE

November 10, 2020 16:18 - 2 minutes - 6.28 MB

The 9-episode podcast series, Circle of Influence will center on sustainability 360 conversations combined with a range of topics relevant to current contexts including COVID-19 impacts, the rise of social justice's urgency, and the role of creative leadership in navigating transformative change.      Series voices will include designer, brand, editorial, education, climate, materials and NGO - experts who will share their unique perspectives. The intent is to dig deep into the issues whil...

THE REAL REAL x CFDA PRESENT: CIRCLE OF INFLUENCE

November 10, 2020 16:18 - 2 minutes - 6.28 MB

The 8-episode podcast series, Circle of Influence will center on sustainability 360 conversations combined with a range of topics relevant to current contexts including COVID-19 impacts, the rise of social justice's urgency, and the role of creative leadership in navigating transformative change.      Series voices will include designer, brand, editorial, education, climate, materials and NGO - experts who will share their unique perspectives. The intent is to dig deep into the issues whil...