Green Dreamer: Seeding change towards collective healing, sustainability, regeneration
486 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 433 ratingsGreen Dreamer explores our paths to collective healing, biocultural revitalization, and true abundance and wellness *for all*.
Curious to unravel the dominant narratives that stunt our imaginations and called to spark radical dreaming of what could be, we share conversations with an ever-expanding range of thought leaders — each inspiring us to deepen and broaden our awareness in their own ways.
Together, let's learn what it takes to thrive — in every sense of the word.
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85) Why body shaming drives mindless consumption and the importance of self-affirmation in eco-living with Marieke Eyskoot
November 15, 2018 18:35 - 41 minutes - 56.9 MBHow do modern day pressures around body image relate to sustainability? With eco living often focused on the negatives—on what we're not doing enough of and how we're falling short of being perfect—why is it so important to let ourselves feel good about what we do and to reassure ourselves that we're okay... that we're doing enough? Sharing her wisdom here is Marieke Eyskoot, a sustainable fashion and lifestyle expert, sought-after speaker, consultant, and Co-Founder of the Internation...
84) How to thrift like a pro and support the second-hand economy to grow ft Leah Wise (BLOOM TUESDAY)
November 13, 2018 18:35 - 20 minutes - 27.9 MBWhat happens to our clothes after we toss them out, and what can we do to support the secondhand economy to grow to help fashion (and related industries) go circular? Special guest of our Bloom Tuesday episode, Leah Wise of Style Wise Blog, shares her expertise on this topic with us. Find the full show notes with references linked at www.GreenDreamer.com/84, subscribe to our weekly newsletter to win monthly giveaways, and share your biggest takeaways with me on Instagram @KameaCh...
83) Connecting people through cross-cultural, shared desires and insecurities with 'Female Indiana Jones' Alison Teal
November 10, 2018 18:35 - 45 minutes - 63 MBIn this often divided world, what do we need in order to come together so that we can collectively work towards a more sustainable future? Across cultures and language barriers, what are some universal truths about happiness that we can learn and implement? Sharing her wisdom here is filmmaker and Host of Alison’s Adventures, Alison Teal. With her unique upbringing (like a Tarzan child) and adventurous spirit, she's been named "The Female Indiana Jones" by TIME Magazine and "The Oprah ...
82) The story of shark attack survivor turned shark conservationist and photographer Mike Coots
November 08, 2018 18:35 - 34 minutes - 47.7 MBHow did our guest today go from being a shark attack survivor to becoming a powerful voice for ocean and shark conservation? What are some things to do with shark conservation that we should know? Sharing his wisdom here is Mike Coots, who was attacked by a shark at the age of 18, and has since become a professional photographer inspiring people to connect more deeply with sharks and our oceans. HIGHLIGHTS [4:16] Mike shares the surreal experience of when he lost his leg in a s...
81) Is shopping online more or less sustainable than doing so in person? Ft. Polly Barks (BLOOM TUESDAY)
November 06, 2018 18:35 - 18 minutes - 24.8 MBE-commerce is only increasing. Ever wonder about the environmental impact of buying things from online vs. in person? Special guest of our Bloom Tuesday episode, Polly Barks of Green Indy Blog, shares her expertise on this topic with us. Find the full show notes with references linked at www.GreenDreamer.com/81, and follow me on Instagram @KameaChayne where I'll be sharing more of my inspirations, tips, and learning lessons along the way. Thanks for bringing your light! x
80) How to tap into your creative genius zone to help our planet thrive with Katie Patrick
November 03, 2018 17:35 - 39 minutes - 53.7 MBWhat if we can just tweak a few words in our messaging to be able to immediately double, and even triple, the amount of action and change that we inspire? Why should we go from looking at tackling public health, social, and environmental issues as a 'fight,' to simply tapping into our own 'creative geniuses' (as our guest today calls it)? Katie Patrick, an environmental engineer, software designer, author, YouTube channel and podcast host, media spokesperson, and board member of Good E...
79) Tackling our global waste crisis while accepting that people are selfish with TerraCycle's Tom Szaky
November 01, 2018 17:35 - 34 minutes - 47.3 MBInstead of getting people to go against their will and desires to sacrifice things for sustainability, what if we just acknowledge that most of us are selfish, and learn to play into that? How did we even get to our global waste crisis today, and what do we need to do to address this issue on a national and global level? Tom Szaky, the Founder and CEO of TerraCycle, an innovative company that's becoming a global leader in recycling waste that's traditionally difficult to recycle, share...
78) Why environmental policy can be so hard to change or pass and 3 things we can do to help (BLOOM TUESDAY)
October 30, 2018 17:35 - 14 minutes - 20.4 MBWhy is it so damn difficult to change or solidify environmental policy at a national level? Here, I share what the "Iron Triangle" is in U.S. politics and what we can do as individuals to support systemic change. Find the full show notes with references linked at www.GreenDreamer.com/78, sign up for our Weekly Newsletter to be automatically entered to win our monthly giveaways, and follow me on Instagram @KameaChayne where I'll be sharing more of my inspirations, tips, and learning le...
77) How minimalism can enrich our lives with YouTuber and blogger Signe Hansen
October 27, 2018 17:35 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MBHow can we get people who are very much still seduced by fast fashion into the idea of buying less and buying better? How can we deal with perfectionism in terms of sustainable living, and be able to just enjoy this journey rather than just constantly feel bad or feel like we're not enough? Sharing her wisdom today is Signe Hansen, content creator behind the blog and YouTube channel, Use Less, which explores minimalism, sustainable fashion, and lifestyle. Let's dive in. HIG...
76) Getting models, talent, and celebrities who spark trends and influence popular culture to stand for sustainability with Anne Therese
October 25, 2018 17:35 - 33 minutes - 46.1 MBWhat if more people with great influence on popular culture were to more boldly speak up for sustainability? What would it mean for our world if we had models who were role models, who stood up for public health, social and environmental welfare, and who represent brands that actually align with their personal values? Sharing her wisdom on this episode is Anne Therese Bengtsson, a former New York City model and Co-Founder of Role Models Management, which is on a mission to redefine wha...
75) Did you know these 7 things about electronic waste? (BLOOM TUESDAY)
October 23, 2018 17:35 - 12 minutes - 17.7 MBYou're reading this on an electronic device. Do you know what happens to electronics after they're disposed of? Here are 7 shocking things I learned when I dug deeper into this topic, as well as simple things we can do to help address issues around e-waste. Find the full show notes with references linked at www.GreenDreamer.com/75, and follow me on Instagram @KameaChayne where I'll be sharing more of my inspirations, tips, and learning lessons along the way. Thanks for bringing your li...
74) Inspiring greater respect for our oceans and marine life with underwater photographer Alicia Ward
October 20, 2018 17:35 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MBWhat do we need to know about how our skin and hair products may be impacting our ocean's health? Given that our underwater world feels so distant, how can we inspire people to feel more connected to our oceans to want to protect them? Alicia Ward, a professional underwater photographer and Co-Founder of See Through Sea, which is dedicated to ocean conservation and the art of underwater storytelling, shares her wisdom with us. HIGHLIGHTS: [6:39] Kaméa: "How did you learn to fr...
73) Why we need to redefine what it means to travel for leisure with Evelina Utterdahl of Earth Wanderess
October 18, 2018 17:35 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MBWhat are the social and environmental impacts of travel that we should be aware of? Why do we need to redefine what it means to be a tourist so that traveling can become a more sustainable leisure activity? Evelina Utterdahl, the ethical and sustainable travel blogger behind Earth Wanderess (who decided to stop flying this year) shares her wisdom with us on this episode. HIGHLIGHTS: [14:20] Eve discusses the privilege of having the time, money, and powerful passport to be able to t...
72) Beginner tips to composting for healthier soils and a more circular food systems ft. Celia Ristow (BLOOM TUESDAY)
October 16, 2018 17:35 - 17 minutes - 24.4 MBGiven that with soil degradation, we only have 60 years of top soil left... but also that only a tiny percentage of food waste is currently being composted to help regenerate healthy soils, how can we get started in composting even if for the first time? Special guest of our Bloom Tuesday episode, Celia Ristow of Litterless, shares her expertise with us. Find the full show notes with references linked at www.GreenDreamer.com/72, and follow me on Instagram @KameaChayne where I'll ...
71) The environmental impact of modern day burials we should know with eco mortician Elizabeth Fournier
October 13, 2018 17:35 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MBWhat do we need to know about the environmental impact of modern-day burials, and what are "green burials" all about? Given that our burial methods used to be eco-friendly, how did we come to accept an environmentally harmful and financially costly way of running our funeral services as the norm? 'The Green Reaper' Elizabeth Fournier, who's the Founder of Cornerstone Funeral Services in Boring, Oregon and author of The Green Burial Guidebook shares her wisdom with us on this episode. ...
70) How impact investing can help us accelerate towards a thriving future with Ibrahim AlHusseini
October 11, 2018 17:35 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MBWhat do we need to know about impact investing and how can that help us accelerate towards a healthier, thriving planet? Why does the traditional idea of first making as much money as possible (at the cost of social and environmental welfare) and then donating to good causes to address those very problems not make sense? Ibrahim AlHusseini, the Founder of FullCycle Energy Fund, a renowned impact investor, environmentalist, and highly-regarded speaker shares his wisdom with us. Let's dive i...
69) How to lower our exposure to VOCs and toxins in bed and at home ft. Nimi Kelloway (BLOOM TUESDAY)
October 09, 2018 17:35 - 18 minutes - 25.9 MBWith indoor air pollution often being worse than outdoor air pollution even in urban spaces, how can we reduce our exposure to toxic chemicals in our homes for our health? Special guest of our Bloom Tuesday episode, Nimi Kelloway of Haute Coton, shares her expertise with us. Find the full show notes with references linked at www.GreenDreamer.com/69, and follow me on Instagram @KameaChayne where I'll be sharing more of my inspirations, tips, and learning lessons along the way. Tha...
68) What we need to know about renewables and electric cars with Green Living Guy Seth Leitman
October 06, 2018 17:35 - 33 minutes - 46.4 MBWhat are some things we need to know about electric cars and the future of renewable energy? What does it take to scale our audience size into the millions, so that we can inspire and engage with more people with our work? Our guest today is Seth Leitman of Green Living Guy – an expert on electric cars and renewable energy who's worked for the state of New York on green energy and who writes about LED green lighting, indoor air quality, alternative-fueled vehicles, and more. Let's dive i...
67) Shifting away from apparel made using plastic microfibers with Sustainable Fashion Alliance's Andrea Plell
October 04, 2018 17:35 - 39 minutes - 54.4 MBWhy is it important for us to minimize our purchasing of clothes with microplastic fibers, like virgin polyester and nylon? How can we support sustainability markets to grow when conscious consumers, by nature, are trying to buy less? Andrea Plell is the Founder of Ecologique, a PR, communications, and event production company, the Co-Founder of Sustainable Fashion Alliance, and the West Coast Regional Director of Fashion Revolution USA. She shares her wisdom with us on this episode. ...
66) 3 Great leaps around the world we're taking towards a greener planet (BLOOM TUESDAY)
October 02, 2018 17:35 - 9 minutes - 13.6 MBWe're on track to losing our vital forests around the world, but we also are making huge progress towards reforestation and conserving our existing ancient forests. Here are 3 we can get excited about. Find the full show notes with references linked at www.GreenDreamer.com/66, and follow me on Instagram @KameaChayne where I'll be sharing more of my inspirations, tips, and learning lessons along the way. Thanks for bringing your light! x
65) Carbon-offsetting as our only current way to have a zero emission lifestyle with Cool Effect's Marisa de Belloy
September 29, 2018 17:35 - 37 minutes - 52 MBWhy does carbon offsetting sometimes have a negative reputation for just being a bandaid solution to our emissions, and how does the word itself limit our perception of what these projects are actually about? How can we pick out carbon offsetting projects actually effectively offsetting emissions, from the ones that aren't? Marisa de Belloy, CEO of Cool Effect, shares her wisdom with you. HIGHLIGHTS: [6:27] What Cool Effect does and how it's different than other carbon offsetti...
64) Turning a disruptive innovation for circular fashion to life with OSOMTEX's Patricia Ermecheo
September 27, 2018 17:35 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MBHow was our guest today able to create a technology to be able to close the loop in our production and disposal of clothing? What does it take to come up with a disruptive idea for sustainability and bring that to life? Patricia Ermecheo, CEO and Founder of Osom Brand and OSOMTEX, shares her wisdom with us on this episode. HIGHLIGHTS: [9:50] Kaméa: "What is OSOMTEX doing differently than other textile recycling programs?" [13:24] Kaméa: "Can this be recycled an indefinite nu...
63) How to talk about climate change without scaring people away ft. Meghann Percy (BLOOM TUESDAY)
September 25, 2018 17:35 - 16 minutes - 22.6 MBWith climate change being a topic that often repels and divides people, how can we talk about it in a way to engage more people and inspire more action? Special guest of our Bloom Tuesday episode, Meghann Percy of Kiss That World Podcast, shares her biggest learning lessons from attending Al Gore's recent Climate Reality Project Leader Training in Los Angeles. Find the full show notes with references linked at www.GreenDreamer.com/63, and follow me on Instagram @KameaChayne where...
62) How lab grown materials like spider silk can eliminate the need for toxic dyes and chemicals in fashion with Bolt Threads' Jamie Bainbridge
September 22, 2018 17:35 - 28 minutes - 39.7 MBWhat do we know about how the chemicals and dyes used to treat our clothing impact our health? How can we pick apart brands that may be greenwashing from the brands that are actually trying to do what they can to improve? Jamie Bainbridge, VP of Product Development at Bolt Threads shares her wisdom with you. HIGHLIGHTS [5:23] Jamie on what Bolt Threads' scientists and engineers do for fashion. [7:29] What is spider silk and how is it made? [13:20] Kaméa: "What are some of t...
61) Looking past standardized impact assessments to understanding a bioregion with Fibershed's Rebecca Burgess
September 20, 2018 17:35 - 34 minutes - 47.9 MBWhat is the soil-to-soil concept of circularity, and how can this sequester our carbon, enrich our soil, and promote healthier ecosystems? Why is that we have to look past the numbers and findings from our environmental impact assessments in order to really understand sustainability? Rebecca Burgess, Founder and Executive Director of Fibershed and author of Harvesting Color, shares her wisdom with us on this episode. HIGHLIGHTS: [11:03] Rebecca: "If we don't practice by doi...
60) How to tackle environmental and social anxiety to stay positive and activated (BLOOM TUESDAY)
September 18, 2018 17:35 - 16 minutes - 23.1 MBWith so many global issues looming over our heads, and with social media platforms like Instagram found to be detrimental to our mental wellbeing, how can we tackle chronic anxiety to stay motivated and activated? Special guest for this Bloom Tuesday, Ashley James of Learn True Health Podcast (our guest from EPS58), shares her expert tips and insights with us. Find the full show notes with references linked at www.GreenDreamer.com/60, and follow me on Instagram @KameaChayne where...
59) How chemicals leach out of plastics to impact our health with Life Without Plastic's Chantal Plamondon
September 15, 2018 17:35 - 36 minutes - 50.3 MBHow can we use the analogy of pasta and pasta sauce to better understand plastics and their health impacts? Why is it that we urgently need more research and development to find alternatives to plastic, especially for food packaging? Chantal Plamondon, Co-Founder and CEO of Life Without Plastic, a pioneering one-stop-shop for all things non-plastic, shares her wisdom with us. HIGHLIGHTS: [8:14] Chantal: "It started when I was just addressing my need, but I knew there were proba...
58) A stronger mind and body to support a healthier planet with top wellness podcast Learn True Health's Ashley James
September 13, 2018 17:35 - 37 minutes - 51 MBHow can we take ownership and responsibility of our own lives so that we can be empowered to take action and make a difference? What do we need to properly to take care of ourselves holistically so that we have the energy and motivation to bring about our best work? Ashley James, holistic health coach and host of a top wellness podcast, Learn True Health, shares her wisdom with us on this episode. HIGHLIGHTS: [14:45] Kaméa: "What's a common theme you've heard over and over agai...
57) A groundbreaking textile made from mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms (BLOOM TUESDAY)
September 11, 2018 17:35 - 9 minutes - 12.9 MBIt's often doom and gloom in this field, but here are 2 positive things happening right now we can get excited about in the sustainability space. For a chance to win a gift card to an eco brand every month, subscribe to our Sunday Newsletters at www.GreenDreamer.com, and I look forward to connecting on Instagram @KameaChayne where I'll be sharing more of my inspirations, tips, and learning lessons along the way. Thanks for bringing your light! x
56) A moral obligation to not drive species extinction with award winning author Carl Safina
September 08, 2018 17:35 - 36 minutes - 50.5 MBWhy is it that we need to instill a sense of moral obligation to not be the reason a living species goes extinct? How can we tell more powerful stories around sustainability to actually move people and inspire action? Carl Safina, Founder of The Safina Center and a biologist, conservationist, award-winning author, speaker, and contributor to NYTimes, NatGeo, HuffPost, etc., shares his wisdom with us here. HIGHLIGHTS: [7:33] Kaméa: "Throughout all of your years working in envir...
55) 'Biomindfulness' and how meditation can help us work towards a more sustainable planet with Andrea Sanders
September 06, 2018 17:35 - 33 minutes - 45.3 MBWhat is 'biomindfulness' and how can meditation help us to collectively work towards a healthier planet to call home? Why is it important to give people space to learn things, process information, and potentially change — at their own pace? Andrea Sanders, environmental educator, mindfulness advisor, TEDx speaker, artist, and Instagram influencer, shares her wisdom with us on this episode. HIGHLIGHTS: [5:33] Andrea explains the connection between meditation and environmental su...
54) How to inspire positive change and the science of getting people to care (BLOOM TUESDAY)
September 04, 2018 17:35 - 15 minutes - 21 MBMost people don't like to be told what to do or that they need to change their habits, decisions, and lifestyle. So how can we inspire positive action and changes in the name of better health and sustainability? Here, I share 5 tips I learned from our past guests that can help strengthen our messaging and approach, and some insights from an article called The Science of What Makes People Care, published on Stanford Social Innovation Review. For a chance to win a gift card to an eco bra...
53) How traveling can inspire connection, harmony, social and eco awareness with modern-day Tarzan @CaptainPotter
September 01, 2018 17:35 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MBHow can traveling inspire a deeper appreciation for humankind and its diversity, more harmony and connection in our world, and awareness of our world's social and environmental issues? What does it take to move people to action through social media and visual storytelling? "Modern day Tarzan with a camera" Sam Potter, photographer, filmmaker, and content creator known as @CaptainPotter on YouTube and Instagram, shares his wisdom and inspirations with us. HIGHLIGHTS: [6:15] How...
52) Why it's time to go beyond 'organic' to regenerative agriculture with ecological designer Mari Stuart
August 30, 2018 17:35 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MBOnce we've gone down the rabbit hole, digging up all the social, public health, and environmental issues we face today, how do we get ourselves out of there to actually take action and make a difference? Most people already understand and support the idea of 'organic,' which is great... But why is that not enough for sustainability? Why is regenerative agriculture the next big thing to support? Mari Stuart, ecological designer, teacher, and Founder of Project Grounded, shares her wisdo...
51) Why starting with tiny changes is how we'll win big (BLOOM TUESDAY)
August 28, 2018 17:35 - 10 minutes - 14.8 MBPlastic straws may make up just 0.03% of ocean plastic waste, but why is this particular focus so important for us to move the needle forward in addressing the bigger picture of plastic pollution? What are two things we can get excited about this week? For a chance to win a gift card to an eco brand every month, subscribe to our Sunday Newsletters at www.GreenDreamer.com, and I look forward to connecting on Instagram @KameaChayne where I'll be sharing more of my inspirations, tips, and...
50) 'Can Business Save the Earth' and why everyone has a key role to play with Michael Lenox
August 25, 2018 17:35 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MBConsidering that a lot of our environmental, social, and public health issues today are driven by irresponsible business practices, how can we turn this around so that we can collectively use the power of business for good? In spite of knowing what we need to preserve our clean water, clean air, biodiversity, and healthy ecosystems, why is it that we still have resistance against these fundamental, shared human needs? Michael Lenox, Co-Author of 'Can Business Save the Earth?,' Tayloe M...
49) Inspiring eco awareness through fun festivals and events with Green Is The New Black's Stephanie Dickson
August 23, 2018 17:35 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MBHow can we bring more fun into sustainability so we can draw more people into the space? To inspire greater awareness and action, what can in-person events do for sustainability that the digital world can't replicate? Stephanie Dickson, Founder of The Wedge and Green is the New Black (Asia's first conscious festival) shares her wisdom with us on this episode. HIGHLIGHTS: [6:54] The biggest challenge Stephanie faced in creating the first eco-festival in Asia. [8:02] Steph...
48) Beginner's tips to sustainable fashion with investigative writer and stylist Kasi Martin (BLOOM TUESDAY)
August 21, 2018 17:35 - 16 minutes - 22.8 MBWith the fashion industry being one of the biggest polluters in the world, how can we start shopping more sustainably for our clothes without getting overwhelmed? What's an exciting trend we can feel hopeful about within fashion? Special guest for this Bloom Tuesday, Kasi Martin of The Peahen (@the_peahen) shares her expert tips and insights with us. Find the full show notes with references linked at www.GreenDreamer.com, and follow me on Instagram @KameaChayne where I'll be shar...
47) From eco surfboard startup into global industry authority with Firewire’s CEO Mark Price
August 18, 2018 17:35 - 35 minutes - 49.1 MBWhat did it take for our guest today to help an eco surfboard startup become an industry authority and leader? What do we need to inspire a collective shift to valuing our needs over our desires? Mark Price, CEO of Firewire surfboards and former executive at Reef and RipCurl, shares his wisdom with you. HIGHLIGHTS: [7:40] Mark walks through the process of manufacturing conventional surfboards versus Firewire's eco-conscious surfboards. [11:49] Mark's greatest personal challen...
46) Making sustainability sexy and desirable with serial ecopreneur and ‘ECOrenaissance’ author Marci Zaroff
August 16, 2018 17:35 - 37 minutes - 51.5 MBWhat does it mean that we're now beginning an “Eco-Renaissance”? Rather than guilting or shaming people into being more eco-friendly, which might really just push people away, how can we attract people into sustainability so that they naturally and excitedly want to be a part of this movement? Serial ecopreneur (MetaWear, Under the Canopy, Farm to Home Organic, Good Catch Foods, Beyond Brands, Institute for Integrative Nutrition... etc.) and author of the new book ECOrenaissance, Marci...
45) 3 Disruptive, innovative projects in sustainable fashion to get excited about (BLOOM TUESDAY)
August 14, 2018 17:35 - 8 minutes - 11.7 MBWhen these projects scale, they may have immense positive impact in helping our fashion industry become healthier and more sustainable. Find the full show notes with references linked at www.GreenDreamer.com/45, and follow me on Instagram @KameaChayne where I'll be sharing more of my inspirations, tips, and learning lessons along the way. Thanks for bringing your light! x
44) A $2.2 Million "Tiny Business" that led the reusable bag movement with ECOBAGS Founder Sharon Rowe
August 11, 2018 17:35 - 36 minutes - 49.6 MBHow was Sharon Rowe able to grow her company into a $2.2 million tiny business while being a pioneer, leading the reusable bag movement? How can we thrive personally, professionally and financially, all while not compromising our values rooted in sustainability? Sharon Rowe, founder of ECOBAGS, shares her wisdom with us on this episode. HIGHLIGHTS: [8:55] Kaméa: "What was one of the most difficult moments in building your business?" [11:30] What kept Sharon going in spite of...
43) Bringing sustainability to the mass market by making it accessible to all with LunchSkin's Founder Kirsten Quigley
August 09, 2018 17:35 - 35 minutes - 49.3 MBHow was our guest today able to get her eco-friendly lunch bags available not just in eco-focused stores, but also in the mass market through big box retailers like Target and T.J. Maxx? Even though issues with plastic pollution have already been around for decades, what did it take for us to wake the world up about this on a global scale, as we have in the recent months? Kirsten Quigley, founder of LunchSkins, shares her wisdom with us today. HIGHLIGHTS: [6:30] Kirsten: "It oc...
42) 5 Fascinating tree intelligence findings and why ancient forests are our key allies (BLOOM TUESDAY)
August 07, 2018 17:35 - 11 minutes - 15.2 MBHave you read The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben? Here, I share 5 fascinating things I learned about trees from this NYTimes Bestseller, including why ancient forests are our key allies in helping us work towards a thriving planet. Find the full show notes with references linked at www.GreenDreamer.com/42, and follow me on Instagram @KameaChayne where I'll be sharing more of my inspirations, tips, and learning lessons along the way. Thanks for bringing your light! x
41) Xiuhtezcatl of Earth Guardians on tapping into love, art, and music to build a healthy, just world
August 04, 2018 17:35 - 33 minutes - 46.2 MBRecipient of President Obama's United States Community Service Award, the 2015 Peace First Prize, and more, Xiuhtezcatl Martinez has been at the forefront leading youth environmental activists and giving speeches since he was six. How can we leverage the power of art and music to support the sustainability movement? In this time of need, what has the most untapped potential that can help us accelerate towards a thriving planet? Xiuhtezcatl, an indigenous climate activist, hip hop artis...
40) thredUP's Brand Director on revolutionizing secondhand shopping and helping fashion go circular
August 02, 2018 17:35 - 28 minutes - 39.4 MBWith the fashion industry today being extremely wasteful, what are some positive trends we can feel hopeful about? What can we learn from how thredUP was able to revolutionize the experience of second-hand shopping, from it being viewed as unpleasant to fun and desirable? Erin Wallace, Brand Director of the world's largest secondhand clothing and consignment store thredUP, shares her wisdom with you today. HIGHLIGHTS: [3:20] Something that shocked Erin about sustainable fashion...
39) Reverse vending machines and thinking outside the box (BLOOM TUESDAY)
July 31, 2018 17:35 - 10 minutes - 14.2 MB2 things to get excited about? Hear about reverse vending machines and pioneering brands challenging the ways we have been doing things according to status quo. Find the full show notes with references linked at www.GreenDreamer.com/39, and follow me on Instagram @KameaChayne where I'll be sharing more of my inspirations, tips, and learning lessons along the way. Thanks for bringing your light! x
38) A strong belief in what you do to realize your dreams with bean-to-bar chocolate brand Madécasse's Tim McCollum
July 28, 2018 17:35 - 29 minutes - 40 MBWhat are some key issues in the chocolate industry that we need to know about? When things get tough, how can we stay motivated and just keep pulling through? Founder of bean-to-bar chocolate company Madécasse, Tim McCollum, shares his wisdom with us here. HIGHLIGHTS: [6:44] What inspired Tim to start Madécasse. [7:39] Kaméa: “What was your greatest learning lesson from working in the private sector that you were able to bring to your social enterprise?” [9:42] The key difference...
37) Reluctant entrepreneur turned industry pioneer and leader with Safe Sunscreen Council and All Good's Founder Caroline Duell
July 26, 2018 17:35 - 33 minutes - 45.3 MBWhat’s the latest research on the health and environmental impacts of sunscreen? How was our guest today able to go from being a hesitant business owner (who didn’t even want to do business in the first place) to a thriving entrepreneur, fueling her business with her passion for wellness and the environment? Visionary, pioneer, and founder of a leading eco sunscreen brand All Good, Caroline Duell, shares her wisdom with us on this episode. HIGHLIGHTS: [2:07] What first got ...
36) Are you recycling properly? Expert tips from Jonathan Levy of Zero Waste Guy (BLOOM TUESDAY)
July 24, 2018 17:35 - 15 minutes - 21.5 MBHow do we recycle properly to ensure that what we toss down the recycling chute actually gets recycled, and not just be 'aspirational recyclers'? Special guest for this Bloom Tuesday, Jonathan Levy of ZeroWasteGuy.com shares his expert tips and insights with us. Find the full show notes with references linked at www.GreenDreamer.com/36, and follow me on Instagram @KameaChayne where I'll be sharing more of my inspirations, tips, and learning lessons along the way. Thanks for bring...