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Starting Sustainability: Sustainable Living: eco-friendly: environment: green: recycle: zero-waste

192 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 37 ratings

From the popular blog www.startingsustainability.com we have created a podcast to help you learn the simple ways you can incorporate sustainable practices into your lifestyle. Follow Kaylin along with her triumphs and fails of navigating a sustainable lifestyle. Everyone can do more than re-usable bags and cups. Getting everyone to do an extra few steps towards sustainability will have a greater impact than just one person doing it perfectly. To learn more check out www.startingsustainability.com

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Episodes

Episode 159: Shark Month Part 2

March 18, 2024 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MB

Happy Spring Break! Welcome to part 2 of Shark Month. In the previous episode we discussed all of the science behind documenting, researching and learning about shark attacks. In this episode the worst shark attack in US history is discussed. The reason behind all of the shark attack science, the sinking of the USS Indianapolis. 

Episode 158: Shark Month Part 1

March 04, 2024 11:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MB

Part 1 of a 2 part series about Sharks. Why? Because that is what Kaylin has been learning about over the winter. And now that it is time for Spring Break....its time to share all of the knowledge gained about sharks. 

Episode 156: Trapped Water

February 19, 2024 11:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MB

Kaylin has a looong Catch Up segment this week. Near the end you can catch the info about trapped water and why it is so important to set if free. 

Episode 156: Change in Direction

February 05, 2024 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MB

Still Starting Sustainability but taking a new direction. Kaylin will continue the podcast and sustainably related topics but will include more "other" topics as well. In this episode a new segment of "what its like to be a parent" is introduced (but not for those with a weak stomach). Also, it is the kickoff to Black History Month and Kaylin discusses the fascinating story of Claudette Colvin. Never heard of her? Well, listen in and learn!

Episode 155: Bucket Lists and Challenges

January 22, 2024 11:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MB

Kaylin is BACK!!!!! It has been far too long! Warning, there is a LOOOONG catch up segment because so much has been going on for the past month. If you are not into the catching up, just fast forward a bit to the main discussion about bucket list fails and achievements as well as 2024's challenges. 

Episode 154: The MIND Diet- Eat Right to Keep Your Brain Sharp

December 11, 2023 11:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MB

There is a new diet out there designed to SLOW down cognitive decline. If you have a family history of Alzheimer's or Dementia then check out the food you should be eating and food to avoid to slow down the cognitive decline. 

Episode 153: Holidays and Special Occasions

November 20, 2023 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MB

Startingsustainability.com It is the kickoff to a holiday and special occasion season. Get a refresh on different ways you can be sustainable during these fun celebrations. 

Episode 152: Successful Sustainability Campains

November 06, 2023 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

www.startingsustainability.com Sometimes marketing sustainability succeeds and most often is seems like it fails or ends of being greenwashing. Kaylin found three big companies who are putting in a great effort, doing things right, and have marketing techniques that worked! 

Episode 151: Ghoulish Ways to Repurpose...Mummies.

October 23, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MB

Startingsustainability.com Halloween is right around the corner and I have been saving this weird and slightly sustainability related story just for this event. 

Episode 150: Trash Attracts Bear Attacks

October 09, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB

www.startingsustainability.com It's officially SPOOKY season! Kaylin is going a little off of the traditional trail. This episode is a creepy and oddly sustainable story all about how back in the 1960's littering in Glacier National Park led to the first fatal bear attack in the parks history. 

Episode 149: Black Market of Venus Flytraps

September 25, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

www.startingsustainability.com Kaylin and her family are back from vacation...it could have been better. There is a new term scientist are using, global boiling. The main topic of this episode is the black market behind venus flytraps. Apparently, that is a thing. Listen in to learn all about the seriously ridiculous crime behind the carnivorous plant. 

Episode 148: Back to the Basics

August 28, 2023 10:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MB

www.startingsustainability.com Reflecting on why Kaylin started this podcast. She wanted to know how to be sustainable, but in a simple manor. In this episode Kaylin goes back to the basics. She took last episode's challenge seriously and kept track of her trash for almost 24 hours and figured out how to repurpose it. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. 

Episode 147: Messing with Meat

August 14, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

www.startingsustainability.com  A follow up to Episode 115: Lab Grown Meat. Learn about the advancement of science in creating sustainable meats. 

Episode 146: The Little Known Incident at Church Rock

July 31, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

www.startingsustainability.com The largest radioactive spill in the US happened in Church Rock New Mexico and hardly anybody knows about it. Listen in to learn what happened and why it was overlooked by so many agencies. 

Episode 145: Mid Year Bucket List and Dolly Parton Inspiration

July 17, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MB

www.startingsustainability.com We are officially into Season 5!!! Holy moly 5 years strong with this podcast!!! Thank you everyone! This episode is a brief review of Kaylin's annual bucket list to see what has been accomplished and what has been forgotten. A visit to Gatlinburg gave a little Dolly Parton Inspiration to the latter half of this episode. 

Episode 144: California Crisis and Kaylin's Big Mess Up

July 03, 2023 10:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

www.startingsustainability.com It's officially season 5! Kaylin forgot episode 143! Already off to a great start of a new podcasting season. Oops! Catching up x2 on this episode! Congratulations to Emily and Colin! What is going on in California? Did they just ban gas appliances? Can they do that? 

Episode 143: The Future of Farming (AI)

June 19, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB

www.startingsustainability.com In the next 15 years there will be 9 billion people on this planet and everyone needs food. Agricultural land is diminishing. How will be feed more people with less resources? AI Farming to the rescue! www.startingsustainability.com/episode143 

Episode 142: Crossover Event- Reimagining Grocery Stores

May 08, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 67.8 MB

www.startingsustainability.com  Its another crossover event with Mike Nazarian from Realistic Sustainability and Rob Boggan from The Curated Culture. We discuss various ways grocery stores have evolved from the past, present, and what's in store (pun intended) for the future. We have a friendly game at the end. Does Kaylin defend her title as reigning champ? 

Episode 141: Supporting Women to Change Everything

April 24, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MB

www.startingsustainability.com There is a big scandal in Hollywood where men dominate. By supporting women in Hollywood (writers, directors, producers, as well as actors) we can change what is show on screen and its influence on our culture. Women make up 50% of the world population however, are only represented 15-20% on screen. Check out the documentary This Changes Everything by Geena Davis on Netflix. Also, check out the Bechdel-Wallace Test for films. https://bechdeltest.com/

Episode 140: Drinking Human Waste

April 10, 2023 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

www.startingsustainability.com YUCK! Or is it? An invention has been able to do the unthinkable, turn human waste into drinking water. Learn about the Omniprocessor and how it can change the future of humanity and the planet. www.startingsustainability.com/ episode140

Episode 139: Easter Refresh

March 27, 2023 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

www.startingsustainability.com Kaylin made homemade chocolate syrup and literally put in her sweat, tears, and burned skin. Not it didn't actually get in the food. The food is still safe to eat. Easter is coming up in 2 weeks!! Hurry you still have time to grow a living Easter basket and gather supplies for making NATURAL dyes for the eggs. Also, did you know you can buy eggs from farmers that were laid blue, green, or purple from the chickens? No dying needed! www.startingsustainbility.com/...

Episode 138: Chernobyl 2.0? No Not Really

March 13, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB

www.startingsustainability.com Wow what a weekend! Clogged sinks, date day fun, supporting local, flooded chicken coop, old sump pumps, new sump pumps, baptisms, and more! That is all just for the catch up segment. If you haven't heard already, there was a train derailment in Ohio that lead to a lot of chemicals being released into the air, soil, and waterways. What could the environmental toll be? 

Episode 137: Making Water Out of Thin Air

February 27, 2023 11:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MB

www.startingsustainability.com What do you do if you live in a community with water restrictions? Or worse yet where you have to walk for miles to get water?  You can make water out of thin air! All you need are sun light and air and a few other items from the hardware store and you would be able to survive. www.startingsustainability.com/episode137 

Episode 136: How to Keep Romance Sustainable

February 13, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

www.startingsustainability.com Valentine's Day is tomorrow! Listen in on some tips to make your gifts eco friendly. Kaylin also shares tools to keep the romance within the relationship and to keep your love for one another long lasting and sustainable. www.startingsustainability.com/episode136

Episode 135: Duck Duck Chicken

January 30, 2023 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

startingsustainability.com Now that Kaylin and Channing have figured out chickens, Channing is ready for the next step...ducks! Is Kaylin on board? Also, while Channing is out of town for 2 weeks Kaylin is getting a taste of what it's like to be a single parent, and all of the challenges that come with it. www.startingsustainability.com/episode135 

135: Duck Duck Chicken

January 30, 2023 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

startingsustainability.com Now that Kaylin and Channing have figured out chickens, Channing is ready for the next step...ducks! Is Kaylin on board? Also, while Channing is out of town for 2 weeks Kaylin is getting a taste of what it's like to be a single parent, and all of the challenges that come with it. www.startingsustainability.com/episode135 

Episode 134: 2022 Bucket List Review

January 16, 2023 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MB

www.startingsustainability.com Its time to review Kaylin's 2022 Bucket List. Did she accomplish her goals? Or fail? Also, listen in to find out her new ambitions for 2023. 

Episode 133: Baby Update and Kaylin's Favorite Eco Things

December 19, 2022 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

www.startingsustainability.com She's here!!! Haisley Rain Chenoweth was born on 11/12/22 at 4:35pm. Weighing in at 8lbs, 4oz. Measured 21in long. Listen in for an update on geothermal, mini van shopping, and more. Also, there are only a few days left for Christmas shopping! If you need some inspiration for sustainable gifts Kaylin shares a list of her favorite sustainable items she loves and uses all of the time. Consider these when shopping for the sustainable minded person in your life. ww...

Episode 132: Halloween Tricks and Treats

October 31, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

www.startingsustainability.com Its the Halloween episode! Kaylin has a trick and some treats for you in this episode! Enjoy the recipe for People Noodle Soup and a list of ways to keep your leftover pumpkins OUT of the landfill after Halloween. Baby is due in 11 days! There will be a bit of a maternity break after this episode. No worries! Kaylin will return in time for the holidays! 

Episode 131: Indoor Gardening Options

October 17, 2022 10:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

www.startingsustainability.com Summer has come and gone and it's too late to start a fall garden. However, there are many indoor gardening options available. Herbs, vegetable and even fruits can be grown indoors. www.startingsustainability.com/episode131

Episode 130: National Seafood Month October

October 03, 2022 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

www.startingsustainability.com October is National Seafood Month. Learn the best way to support sustainable fishing practices. Monterey Bay's Seafood Watch Program. www.seafoodwatch.org Support the show by shopping at our Etsy Store: StartSustainable Sell old jewelry at worthy.com/start For beauty products shop Plaine Products- Promo code "Start" for 20% off. Need groceries? Imperfect Foods- Promo code "SS10" for $10 off first box. School or Office supplies go to Earth Hero- Promo code...

Episode 129: Adorable Loving Sustainable GOATS!!!

September 19, 2022 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MB

www.startingsustainability.com Pets are great, but goats are better! In terms of being sustainable and self reliant. Everywhere else in the world know about the value of a goat except here in the US. Listen and learn and spread the word about these amazing creatures. www.startingsustainability.com/episode129 Support the show by shopping at our Etsy Store: StartSustainable Sell old jewelry at worthy.com/start For beauty products shop Plaine Products- Promo code "Start" for 20% off. Need g...

Episode 128: Catching Up about Labor Day

September 05, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MB

www.startingsustainability.com Kaylin barely has a voice so this episode is short and sweet. Catch up on what she has been up to and learn the history behind how the Labor Day Holiday was created. www.startingsustainability.com/episode128

Episode 127: The Ugly Truth About Electric Cars

August 22, 2022 10:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

www.startingsustainability.com The best way to be sustainable and environmentally friendly is to drive an electric car....right? Let's review the pros and cons of the electric vehicle options and see if the electric vehicle is the best route. There are other options and special guest Channing Chenoweth (Kaylin's husband) joins the show to discus the various vehicle options.  www.startingsustainability.com/episode127 

Episode 126: Back to School and the Isle of Eigg

August 08, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MB

www.startingsustaniability.com If you are caught up in the back to school rush and need help making eco smart decisions listen to Kaylin's tip and recommendations. In the second half of the episode learn about the self sufficient Isle of Eigg located off of Scotland's coast. A unique place to visit or live. www.startingsustainability.com/episode126 

125: Why Smart People Make Bad Choices

July 25, 2022 10:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MB

www.startingsustainability.com Why smart people make bad decisions is all about the psychology of decision making. Marketing teams up with behavioral science to force us to think we are making a good choice when in reality we are not. Learn the tricks so you can avoid the scams when trying to eat healthy and when trying to be sustainable.  www.startingsustainability.com/episode125

Episode 124: rBGH Dairy. What is it?

July 11, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MB

www.startingsustainability.com What is rBGH? It is a synthetic hormone used in cows to increase milk production. Is this good for the cows? Is it good for humans who drink the milk from cows given this hormone? www.startingsustainability.com/episode124 rBGH Free Dairy Product Guide Support the show by shopping at our Etsy Store: StartSustainable Sell old jewelry at worthy.com/start For beauty products shop Plaine Products- Promo code "Start" for 20% off. Need groceries? Imperfect Foods-...

Episode 124: rBGH Dairy. What is it?

July 11, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MB

www.startingsustainability.com What is rBGH? It is a synthetic hormone used in cows to increase milk production. Is this good for the cows? Is it good for humans who drink the milk from cows given this hormone? www.startingsustainability.com/episode124 rBGH Free Dairy Product Guide Support the show by shopping at our Etsy Store: StartSustainable Sell old jewelry at worthy.com/start For beauty products shop Plaine Products- Promo code "Start" for 20% off. Need groceries? Imperfect Foods-...

Episode 123: Ethical Eating

June 27, 2022 10:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

www.startingsustainability.com Concerned about human justice, fair trade, fair wage, ethical sourcing, sustainable farming practices, or just knowing what to pick at the grocery store? Learn of the different issues within ethical eating and how to apply it to your consumption habits. www.startingsustainability.com/episode123 Support the show by shopping at our Etsy Store: StartSustainable Sell old jewelry at worthy.com/start For beauty products shop Plaine Products- Promo code "Start" for...

Episode122: Fight for Your Right to BIFL/ Bucket List Review

June 13, 2022 10:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MB

www.startingsustainability.com BIFL is the Buy it For Life Movement. This is a financial movement but it aligns with sustainability goals. Listen in to learn more about this movement to save the world and your pocketbook at the same time. Also, it is mid year so we are reviewing Kaylin's yearly bucket list. See how she is doing. What has she accomplished and what did she forget about. Support the show by shopping at our Etsy Store: StartSustainable Sell old jewelry at worthy.com/start Fo...

Episode 121: Coal Waste Disasters

May 30, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

www.startingsustaiability.com Gas prices are going up. Some people are pushing for a return to coal as an energy source. NOOOOO. Listen in to learn why coal mining and waste sites are so detrimental to the environment. It started with Buffalo Creek Disaster from 1972 and continues on through today. www.startingsustainability.com/episode121 Support the show by shopping at our Etsy Store: StartSustainable Sell old jewelry at worthy.com/start For beauty products shop Plaine Products- Promo c...

Episode 120: Raising Chickens with Sarah Sexton

May 16, 2022 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MB

www.startingsustainability.com Kaylin has moved out to the country and has an itch to raise some chickens. Listen to the interview with Sarah Sexton to learn about the adventures in raising chickens. Sarah discusses adorable baby chicks and brooders, meat birds vs egg laying hens, chicken tractors, protection from predators and other must knows and lessons learned when it comes to raising chickens. www.startingsustainability.com/episode120 Support the show by shopping at our Etsy Store: St...

Episode 119: Moving, Easter, and What is Geothermal?

May 02, 2022 10:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

www.startingsustainability.com Learn about Kaylin's big move and a few of the things that went wrong. Of course something went wrong, something always goes wrong when moving. the lack of Easter celebration because of moving and now that we are in the new house we are looking into geothermal. What is geothermal? Listen in to find out! Support the show by shopping at our Etsy Store: StartSustainable Sell old jewelry at worthy.com/start For beauty products shop Plaine Products- Promo code "...

Episode 118: So Many April Holidays!

April 18, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MB

www.startingsustainability.com April has so many holidays!! We already talked about Easter last episode. Today we are focusing on World Health Day, Earth Day with springtime foraging, and Stop Food Waste Day! www.startingsustainability.com/episode118 Native Plant Finder: https://www.nwf.org/nativeplantfinder/ Support the show by shopping at our Etsy Store: StartSustainable For beauty products shop Plaine Products- Promo code "Start" for 20% off. Need groceries? Imperfect Foods- Promo co...

Episode 117: Easter Ideas and Good & Bad Fuel Saving Finds

April 04, 2022 10:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MB

www.startingsustainability.com It's a two in one episode. First learn about the various ways you can have a sustainable Easter. Baskets, candies, growing your own Easter grass, and natural ways to dye eggs. Then a transition over to a second unrelated topic, the increasing fuel prices and different money saving and fuel saving options are explored. Some are good ideas and some are risky. Listen in to learn more. www.startingsustainabiliy.com/episode117 Support the show by shopping at our Et...

Episode 116: Live in a Home that Pays You Back with Anna DeSimone

March 21, 2022 10:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MB

www.startingsustainability.com Are you a homeowner? Or looking to become one? Check out this interview with Anna DeSimone. Whether you are looking to buy a house, build a house, or fix up your current home this episode is for you. Learn all of the different ways you can obtain a sustainable home and make money off of it. www.startingsustainability.com/episode116   To learn more about the book, visit www.annadesimone.net Don't forget, if you want Anna's book she is offering a 30% discount t...

Episode 115: Lab Grown Meat, Protein Source of the Future

March 07, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB

www.startingsustainability.com We don't have enough meat to feed the people of the earth, and the population is growing. What is the solution? Lab grown meat! It's a sustainable alternative, no animals are killed, it's healthier, and it's the way of the future. Kaylin explains this innovative way to produce more meat. www.startingsustainability.com/episode115 Sell old jewelry at worthy.com/start For beauty products shop Plaine Products- Promo code "Start" for 20% off. Need groceries? Imp...

Episode 114: Planting a Seed with Kate Gaertner

February 21, 2022 11:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MB

www.startingsustainability.com If you need a guide on how to get started being sustainable or what next steps you should take if you are feeling stuck, check out the book Planting a Seed: 3 Simple Steps to Sustainable Living By Kate Gaertner. In this interview Kate discusses how to determine your value drivers, choose your goals for sustainability, and how to achieve them. Visit Kate's site: Kategaertner.com and sign up for her newsletter! Have questions? Twitter: @kategaertner Do you ha...

Episode 113: Shiny, Sustainable Jewelry and other Valentine's Ideas

February 07, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

www.startingsustainability.com Need some jewelry for Valentine's Day? Or even just as a treat for yourself? This episode is for both men and women and explains the different ways to be sustainable when looking for jewelry pieces and how to avoid blood diamonds. Coming up next week is Valentine's Day and Kaylin shares tips for cards, chocolate, flowers and more for the big romantic holiday! Support the show by shopping at our Etsy Store: StartSustainable For beauty products shop Plaine Pro...

Episode 112: Starting of the New Year with a Sustainable Starter Guide

January 24, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MB

www.startingsustainability.com If you are just now starting to go sustainable, maybe it is a part of your New Year's Resolution, this is a guide to help get you started for simple switches, recycling, and composting.  Asurion Home Plus: https://www.asurion.com/homeplus Support the show by shopping at our Etsy Store: StartSustainable For beauty products shop Plaine Products- Promo code "Start" for 20% off. Need groceries? Imperfect Foods- Promo code "SS10" for $10 off first box. School ...

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