Ethical Consumer Podcast
99 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsWelcome to The Ethical Consumer Podcast! Join me, Julia Abbott, as we meet with innovators in the food and beverage industry. From responsible sourcing to community impact, we have your sustainability information covered - and all of the people behind these tasty things are pretty rad too. Our mission is to mend the disconnect between the products we consume and our knowledge of where they came from. Whether you’re a seasoned label reader and background checker or just dipping your toes in the waters of a sustainable lifestyle, we’re here to keep you informed.
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Episodes
Des Moines Leading The Way in Renewable Energy
January 21, 2021 19:00 - 5 minutes - 4.09 MBIn a unanimous vote, the Des Moines city council passed a resolution to achieve 100% carbon-free electricity by 2035! This makes Des Moines the first U.S. city to do so. Listen as Julia shares some other ways in which Iowa is ahead of the curve in using renewable energy. ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by followin...
Minisode - Des Moines Leading The Way in Renewable Energy
January 21, 2021 19:00 - 5 minutes - 4.09 MBIn a unanimous vote, the Des Moines city council passed a resolution to achieve 100% carbon-free electricity by 2035! This makes Des Moines the first U.S. city to do so. Listen as Julia shares some other ways in which Iowa is ahead of the curve in using renewable energy. ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by followin...
Spicing up Community Gardens and Plates across the US with John A. Crotty of Small Axe Peppers (#19)
January 19, 2021 19:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBSmall Axe Peppers Hot Sauce was created to connect consumers directly to community gardens and urban farms. Each bottle purchased directly supports the gardeners who grow those peppers - some may even have been grown in your area! Listen to see what inspired this innovative hot sauce company, and see how you might be able to support your own community garden! https://smallaxepeppers.com/ @smallaxepeppers ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this epi...
Spicing up Community Gardens and Plates across the US
January 19, 2021 19:00 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBSmall Axe Peppers Hot Sauce was created to connect consumers directly to community gardens and urban farms. Each bottle purchased directly supports the gardeners who grow those peppers - some may even have been grown in your area! Listen to see what inspired this innovative hot sauce company, and see how you might be able to support your own community garden! https://smallaxepeppers.com/ @smallaxepeppers ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this epi...
Eco Trends in 2021
January 14, 2021 21:00 - 11 minutes - 7.93 MBThe closed-loop cycle is something we hope to see increase among companies in 2021. Listen as Julia explains this cycle and shares her other predictions for eco trends in 2021 such as reduced packaging in the cosmetic industry and take-back programs for the fashion industry. We are hopeful for 2021 that we will see big companies follow sustainability trends started by the "little guys". Comment your favorite eco-friendly companies that you hope to see thrive this year! ***** Thanks for li...
Minisode - Eco Trends in 2021
January 14, 2021 21:00 - 11 minutes - 7.93 MBThe closed-loop cycle is something we hope to see increase among companies in 2021. Listen as Julia explains this cycle and shares her other predictions for eco trends in 2021 such as reduced packaging in the cosmetic industry and take-back programs for the fashion industry. We are hopeful for 2021 that we will see big companies follow sustainability trends started by the "little guys". Comment your favorite eco-friendly companies that you hope to see thrive this year! ***** Thanks for li...
Building Resilient Communities Through Gardening with Amanda Brezzell and Claire Austin of Fennigan's Farms (#18)
January 12, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBSister duo Amanda Brezzell and Claire Austin saw a problem with food access in their own community of Detroit and they’re on a mission to solve it. Have you heard the term food apartheid? I hadn’t, until I met these two. Chances are, you’ve seen it in your own community, but haven’t put all of the pieces together as to why this is such a problem. Listen to hear what these two are doing to help communities become more resilient and independent in the face of food apartheid. https://fen...
Building Resilient Communities Through Gardening
January 12, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBSister duo Amanda Brezzell and Claire Austin saw a problem with food access in their own community of Detroit and they’re on a mission to solve it. Have you heard the term food apartheid? I hadn’t, until I met these two. Chances are, you’ve seen it in your own community, but haven’t put all of the pieces together as to why this is such a problem. Listen to hear what these two are doing to help communities become more resilient and independent in the face of food apartheid. https://fen...
Happy 2021!
January 07, 2021 19:00 - 6 minutes - 4.82 MBHappy 2021! To our "long time" listeners, thanks for sticking around! If you're new to the podcast, we're glad you're here :) In this minisode, Julia shares the direction we'll go in 2021 for this podcast. We're excited to learn and grow together as we become more ethical consumers :) ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes dro...
Minisode - Happy 2021!
January 07, 2021 19:00 - 6 minutes - 4.82 MBHappy 2021! To our "long time" listeners, thanks for sticking around! If you're new to the podcast, we're glad you're here :) In this minisode, Julia shares the direction we'll go in 2021 for this podcast. We're excited to learn and grow together as we become more ethical consumers :) ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes dro...
Whaling on cold and flu season and taking it easy on the environment - with Jason Tuttle of Haymaker Works Immunity Tonic
January 05, 2021 19:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBThese tiny glass bottles are environmentally friendly and pack a serious punch to help you win the fight for immunity before the fight even begins! What makes these little guys so special? A comprehensive list of simple, organic ingredients that are perfect for on the go defense. Immunity has been a big deal over the past year - hear Julia and Jason’s take on why his Haymaker Works Immunity Tonic is one of your best tools for defense this season! https://www.haymakerworks.com/ @haymake...
Whaling on cold and flu season and taking it easy on the environment - with Jason Tuttle of Haymaker Works Immunity Tonic (#17)
January 05, 2021 19:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBThese tiny glass bottles are environmentally friendly and pack a serious punch to help you win the fight for immunity before the fight even begins! What makes these little guys so special? A comprehensive list of simple, organic ingredients that are perfect for on the go defense. Immunity has been a big deal over the past year - hear Julia and Jason’s take on why his Haymaker Works Immunity Tonic is one of your best tools for defense this season! https://www.haymakerworks.com/ @haymake...
Minisode - Six Simple Swaps to Live More Sustainably in 2021
December 17, 2020 19:00 - 14 minutes - 9.95 MBIf living more sustainable is part of your New Year's Resolution, this is the minisode for you! We'll share six simple swaps that you can implement immediately to live more sustainably in 2021. (Products discussed include: reusable cotton rounds, bamboo toothbrush, package free toothpaste, refillable cleaning supplies, bar soap, and safety razors) ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed ...
Six Simple Swaps to Live More Sustainably in 2021 - Minisode
December 17, 2020 19:00 - 14 minutes - 9.95 MBIf living more sustainable is part of your New Year's Resolution, this is the minisode for you! We'll share six simple swaps that you can implement immediately to live more sustainably in 2021. (Products discussed include: reusable cotton rounds, bamboo toothbrush, package free toothpaste, refillable cleaning supplies, bar soap, and safety razors) ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed ...
The Most Sustainable Food on Earth - with Courtney Boyd Myers of Akua (#16)
December 15, 2020 19:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBJulia sits down with Courtney to discuss how Akua is revolutionizing the farmed food industry - taking one of the most large scale unsustainable industries, and creating beneficial and sustainable substitutions for meat products. Their flagship product, kelp jerky, was Kickstarter funded in 2018. Forever appreciating all things community and crowd fueled, Akua currently has investment opportunities at https://republic.co/akua - look for kelp BURGERS coming in 2021! https://akua.co/ @life...
Minisode - Ethical Consumer Holiday Gift Guide
December 10, 2020 19:00 - 14 minutes - 9.67 MBStill searching for the perfect holiday gifts? Julia shares some ethically made gift ideas that will excite even the hardest to shop for! Check out our social media to see the full list. Happy Holidays!
Ethical Consumer Holiday Gift Guide - Minisode
December 10, 2020 19:00 - 14 minutes - 9.67 MBStill searching for the perfect holiday gifts? Julia shares some ethically made gift ideas that will excite even the hardest to shop for! Check out our social media to see the full list. Happy Holidays!
Spreading Local Cheer and Inclusive Hiring for All, with Tasya Kelen of Isadore Nut Co.
December 08, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MBTasya Kelen is a woman on a mission to share the love with other local, woman-owned businesses, and intentional hiring to reduce the unemployment rate for people with disabilities. Inspired by her grandfather, an original health “nut” (ha!) she sources only the highest quality ingredients from people, not corporations. Even their light touch of maple syrup is sourced just 20 miles down the road from where they craft their spiced nut mixes. They believe in letting the natural flavor of the ...
Spreading Local Cheer and Inclusive Hiring for All, with Tasya Kelen of Isadore Nut Co. (#15)
December 08, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MBTasya Kelen is a woman on a mission to share the love with other local, woman-owned businesses, and intentional hiring to reduce the unemployment rate for people with disabilities. Inspired by her grandfather, an original health “nut” (ha!) she sources only the highest quality ingredients from people, not corporations. Even their light touch of maple syrup is sourced just 20 miles down the road from where they craft their spiced nut mixes. They believe in letting the natural flavor of the ...
How 2 Recycle (Minisode)
December 03, 2020 19:00 - 6 minutes - 4.77 MBYou may have noticed a new recycling chart on the packaging for recyclable items! Julia discusses this new How 2 Recycle system in today's minisode. This system was designed to help the public understand how to sort recyclable items and what preparations are needed for these items to be recycled. Julia also explains the how2recycle.info website and the guidelines provided there. It can be hard to keep recycling procedures straight, but luckily this new system will make it a bit easier for al...
Minisode - How 2 Recycle
December 03, 2020 19:00 - 6 minutes - 4.77 MBYou may have noticed a new recycling chart on the packaging for recyclable items! Julia discusses this new How 2 Recycle system in today's minisode. This system was designed to help the public understand how to sort recyclable items and what preparations are needed for these items to be recycled. Julia also explains the how2recycle.info website and the guidelines provided there. It can be hard to keep recycling procedures straight, but luckily this new system will make it a bit easier for al...
Cooperating for the Community - with Alicia Simmons, Sustainability Manager at Frontier Co-op (#14)
December 01, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBJulia sits down with Alicia Simmons, the Sustainability Manager at Frontier Co-op to discuss the different types of co-ops, why Frontier is different but similar to your neighborhood co-op, and how they’re giving back to the community through Groundswell Cafe. Compassion and cooperation are more important now than they’ve ever been. Please know you are seen, you are supported, and never be afraid to ask for help. Community support is essential!
Cooperating for the Community - with Alicia Simmons, Sustainability Manager at Frontier Co-op
December 01, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBJulia sits down with Alicia Simmons, the Sustainability Manager at Frontier Co-op to discuss the different types of co-ops, why Frontier is different but similar to your neighborhood co-op, and how they’re giving back to the community through Groundswell Cafe. Compassion and cooperation are more important now than they’ve ever been. Please know you are seen, you are supported, and never be afraid to ask for help. Community support is essential!
Minisode - Eco Friendly vs. Sustainable
November 19, 2020 19:00 - 4 minutes - 2.93 MBIn today's episode, Julia shares the difference between the meaning of eco-friendly and sustainable. Let's keep striving to do better by choosing the more sustainable option which will benefit generations to come!
Minisode - Eco Friendly vs. Sustainable
November 19, 2020 19:00 - 4 minutes - 2.93 MBIn today's episode, Julia shares the difference between the meaning of eco-friendly and sustainable. Let's keep striving to do better by choosing the more sustainable option which will benefit generations to come!
The Formula for Food and Life w/ Trevor Carlson, Fresh Fuel Marketing (#13)
November 17, 2020 19:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBFood industry adjacent - Trevor is the founder of Fresh Fuel Marketing and the host of the Formula Podcast. Hear why Trevor chose to rebrand his marketing company in favor of better serving sustainable food and beverage brands, and how he became a traveling nomad (prior to covid of course!) http://www.freshfuelmarketing.com @freshfuelmarketing https://www.theformulapodcast.com/ @theformulapodcast @trevor.carlson4 ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked...
Minisode - Less Waste and Waste-Free Shopping Options
November 12, 2020 21:00 - 10 minutes - 7.5 MBToday's minisode is about less waste and waste-free shopping options! Listen to learn about some of our favorite cool waste-reducing retailers and services. ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagram @the.ethical.consumer See you next time! Tags: food
Kelp is the New Kale - Sharing Wild Harvested Alaskan ingredients with the World w/ Foraged & Found (#12)
November 10, 2020 19:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBProving Alaskan food is more than just salmon - founder Jenn Brown and sales and marketing director Chelsea Goucher sit down to talk about the more non-traditional food ingredients they incorporate into their company - Foraged & Found. Based in Ketchikan, Alaska, Foraged & Found is creating delicious pickles, salsas, sauces, and seasonings so that those of us who can’t make the trip up north, can have a taste of what Alaska has to offer. We discuss how they’re scaling up their business s...
Minisode - What have we learned so far?
November 05, 2020 19:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBMissed any of our past episodes? Get caught up by listening to today's minisode! ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagram @the.ethical.consumer See you next time!
To Nutrition and Beyond! Creating a sustainable, plant based chocolate spread for optimal nutrition w/ Good Galaxy's Stanley Prawaridjaja (#11)
November 03, 2020 19:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBMove over, peanut butter! Good Galaxy is here to save lunchtime and prevent deforestation! What is the best oil for delicious nut butters and chocolate spreads? Give you a hint - it has the best ratio of Omega 3s and Omega 6s AND is easier on the environment than other commonly used oils. See how Stanley Prawaridjaja, creator of Good Galaxy nutritious chocolate spreads, is using sustainable ingredients to create an out of this world treat that kids will love, and parents will approve of!...
Minisode - Your Voice and Your Vote Matter
October 29, 2020 17:00 - 9 minutes - 6.75 MBToday's minisode: Your Voice and Your Vote Matter Check your voter registration status at https://www.vote.org/am-i-registered-to-vote/ and make a plan to vote before November 3rd. ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagram @the.ethical.consumer See you next time!
Iowa: Feeding the World (with a few unintended consequences) w/ Audrey Tran Lam, University of Northern Iowa (#10)
October 27, 2020 18:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBJoining us for this episode is Audrey Tran Lam, the Environmental Health Program Manager at the Center for Energy and Environmental Education at the University of Northern Iowa. Farming for Public Health, much like our podcast, aims to highlight a void in most energy and environmental studies: the impact on public health. What we do upstream has a direct affect on what goes on downstream - and this is especially relevant when talking about farming. Join us to hear what Audrey has to sa...
Minisode - Managing Difficult Recyclables with Terracycle
October 22, 2020 18:00 - 9 minutes - 6.35 MBToday's minisode is about managing difficult recyclables with Terracycle, an innovative recycling company (and online tool) that takes hard-to-recycle materials and turns them into new products. Visit Terracycle's website: https://www.terracycle.com/en-US/ ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagra...
A Clean, Green, Giving Machine w/ Ecolips founder, Steve Shriver (#9)
October 20, 2020 18:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MBwww.ecolips.com @ecolips Our episode today is with Ecolips founder Steve Shriver. Learn how Ecolips was ahead of the curve in the quest for the best ingredients, practices, and ethics before a lot of today’s certifications even existed. In addition to being an organic mogul, Steve and his companies are also constantly giving back to their community, especially in the aftermath of the derecho storm that devastated much of central Iowa earlier this year. ***** Thanks for listening to t...
Minisode - Deciphering Food Brand Buzzwords
October 15, 2020 18:00 - 9 minutes - 6.42 MBToday's minisode is about deciphering food brand buzzwords. ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagram @the.ethical.consumer See you next time!
Farm to Table - Feeding the Community w/ Eric Jensen of Yellow Table Farm (#8)
October 13, 2020 18:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBhttps://www.yellowtablefarm.com/ @yellowtablefarm Discussing the benefits of no-till, organic farming with Eric Jensen of Yellow Table Farm. Hear all about how Eric keeps his farm sustainable through the use of livestock rotation, his mission to serve his community, and the wonderful co-ops, markets, and even a school that benefits from his endeavors! ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or r...
Minisode - Bottled Water Alternatives
October 08, 2020 18:00 - 12 minutes - 8.93 MBWater water everywhere, which one are you going to drink? Can’t kick the bottled water habit? Listen in for a few alternatives to customize your water experience - without the single-use plastic! ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagram @the.ethical.consumer See you next time!
Creating an Ocean-Friendly Brand that Gives Back - w/ Pat Schnettler, Founder of 12 Tides Seaweed Snacks (#7)
October 06, 2020 18:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBhttp://www.12tides.com @12tides Pat Schnettler, founder of 12 tides seaweed snacks, gives us a look into how their company is on the forefront of ocean conservation with compostable packaging, support for regenerative kemp farms, and helping protect the ocean through their partnership with Sea Trees kelp restoration project. ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Po...
Minisode - Four EASY Swaps to Ditch the Plastic
October 01, 2020 13:00 - 10 minutes - 6.98 MBToday's minisode is about being more aware of the plastic waste we create every day and a few small, easy changes we can make to act in a more sustainable way. ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagram @the.ethical.consumer See you next time!
'Bee' Kind to Our Planet - w/ Carol Fassbinder-Orth of Bountiful Blossoms Bee Company (#6)
September 29, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBCarol Fassbinder-Orth of Bountiful Blossoms Bee Company is not only a beekeeper but also a researcher and PhD professor at Creighton University. Julia and Carol dive into the world of beekeeping, pollination, and the fragility of our ecosystem as illustrated by our buzzy little friends that we really can’t live without! https://www.bountifulblossomsbeecompany.com/ @bountifulbbco ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you sha...
Minisode - Beyond B Corps
September 24, 2020 13:00 - 9 minutes - 6.75 MBWhat's the deal with B corp certification? Is it worth it? Is it enforceable? Listen to this episode to see what is even more important than getting B corp certified. ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagram @the.ethical.consumer See you next time!
KISS: Keep it Simple, Syrup! - w/ Social Mixers founder Kat Duvic (#5)
September 22, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBSocial Mixers currently holds the title of youngest business on our podcast - at the time of recording they were just past one month of their first farmers market and first sale! Julia and co-owner Kat Duvic talk about the challenges of getting your business off the ground from idea conception to fruition, the difficulty of recycling glass, and the importance of the USPS! #savethepostoffice! https://thesocialmixers.com/ @social.mixers ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer ...
Minisode - The Importance of Supporting Local
September 17, 2020 13:00 - 10 minutes - 6.92 MBToday's minisode is about how supporting local businesses benefit small business owners, the local community, and you, the (ethical) consumer. ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagram @the.ethical.consumer See you next time!
What Makes a Sustainable Brewery? - LIVE w/ SingleSpeed Brewing's Rachel Beck (#4)
September 15, 2020 14:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBOur first in-person interview is with Rachel Beck - the Sustainability Coordinator/ Social Media Manager for Single Speed Brewing Company in Cedar Falls and Waterloo, Iowa. Did you know that Single Speed repurposed an entire building for their Waterloo site and is registered with the State Historical Society of Iowa? Between that and their solar-powered beer - they’ve really made a mark in not only the beer community but their local community as well! http://www.singlespeedbrewing.com/ @...
Minisode - Permission to mess up
September 12, 2020 04:00 - 4 minutes - 3.29 MBIf you mess up, it's okay. Today's minisode is a lesson of personal growth and self-forgiveness. ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when new episodes drop by following us on Instagram @the.ethical.consumer See you next time!
Building Community, One Burrito at a Time - w/ Local Burrito's Kyle Seek (#3)
September 11, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBChatting with Kyle Sieck of Local Burrito about the importance and benefits of being locally sourced and supported, the ins and outs of being a diversified food company, and being able to empower yourself and others through freedom and flexibility while still maintaining your business. Resources Local Burrito Website: https://www.localburrito.com/ Local Burrito IG: https://www.instagram.com/localburrito/ Blue Horse Bar IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluehorsebar/
One Spoonful of Syrup (Doctor's Orders) - w/ CGH Elderberry Syrup owner Cassie Green (#2)
September 10, 2020 01:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MBChatting with Cassie Green about her Elderberry Syrup and her transition from corporate America sales to independent grocer to the syrup business. Join us to hear about the importance of product purity, building trustworthy relationships between consumers, retailers, and food companies, and get a behind the scenes peek at what goes on in the food and beverage industry! Resources Website: Cassiegreenhealth.com IG: @cassiegreenhealth Cassie’s book recommendation for getting started: https...
Where Your Coffee Comes From - w/ Ross Street Roasting Co. founder Brian Gumm (#1)
September 09, 2020 23:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBChatting with Brian Gumm of Ross Street Roasting Company about sustainable harvesting, knowing (and visiting!) where his coffee is grown, the different types of coffee trade, and the importance of adaptability when growing a business. Resources Website: https://www.rossstreetroasting.com/ IG: @RoastedOnRoss The Trip to Nicaragua: https://youtu.be/sgYoxg07sLU Lokoly Coffee Club Video: https://lokoly.com/blogs/meet-the-legends/a-mix-of-iowa-heritage-and-small-town-agriculture ***** ...
Welcome!
September 09, 2020 22:00 - 6 minutes - 4.28 MBHey friends, it’s Julia. Welcome to The Ethical Consumer Podcast! Join me as we meet with innovators in the food and beverage industry. From responsible sourcing to community impact, we have your sustainability information covered - and all of the people behind these tasty things are pretty rad too. ***** Thanks for listening to the Ethical Consumer Podcast! If you liked this episode, we'd love it if you shared it with a friend or reviewed the show on Apple Podcasts :) Get notified when n...