Latest Environmentally Podcast Episodes

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Can we trust textile factory audits in China?

Ecotextile Talks - July 01, 2024 23:01 - 25 minutes
Fresh from his high-profile appearance at a recent US Congressional-Executive Commission on China hearing, Scott Nova, Executive Director of the Workers Rights Consortium in Washington DC, gave Philip Berman a hard-hitting interview questioning the reliability of social compliance audits in Chi...

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How to come together to decarbonise with Cascale and 'About You'

Ecotextile Talks - April 16, 2024 05:00 - 30 minutes
In the final edition of our four-part podcast series, produced in partnership with Cascale, formerly the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, we discuss the need for collective action and pre competitive collaboration to deliver real impact.  Regular host Philip Berman is joined by Joyce Tsoi, senior...

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Severe allergies and plant-based living with Oli Weatherall, Editor at V-Land UK and MNU Certified Nutritionist

Leaf & Elfie: Curious Talks - April 09, 2024 19:00 - 59 minutes
🎧 🌱🚫 In this episode we discuss veganism and allergy awareness with the insightful Oli Weatherall. Oli raises awareness of living with severe allergies through articles, interviews, and speeches in various media outlets such as the BBC, The Independent and V-Land UK! Discover the intersection...

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Taking the carbon out of clothing, with Cascale

Ecotextile Talks - April 09, 2024 05:00 - 30 minutes
We sit down with Sean Cady, vice president of global sustainability, responsibility and trade for VF Corporation and also elected board director for Cascale, and Andrew Martin, executive vice president of Cascale for our latest podcast on decarbonising the fashion supply chain. This third of a...

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Are you ready for the new EU laws on sustainability?

Ecotextile Talks - April 02, 2024 15:41 - 37 minutes
In the second of a four part podcast series in partnership with Cascale, formerly known as the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, we look at the potential impact on the textile industry of revolutionary new EU laws on green claims and eco-design.  Regular host Philip Berman is joined by Elisabeth ...

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Measuring for impact, with Cascale

Ecotextile Talks - March 26, 2024 06:00 - 34 minutes
Welcome to a new four part podcast series in partnership with Cascale, formerly known as the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, about the big challenges facing the industry, and Cascale's role in co-creating solutions at scale.  The first episode is about Measuring for Impact with host Philip Berm...

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Freedom to Run: Interview with filmmakers Dr. Cairsti Russell and Stephen Sheriff

Leaf & Elfie: Curious Talks - March 08, 2024 17:00 - 55 minutes
In this episode, we delve into the heartwarming and eye-opening documentary “Freedom to Run.” The film follows two remarkable groups of runners: one from Scotland and the other from Palestine.  Marathon running: a symbol of perseverance and pushing your limits. But what happens when those limit...

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Ep 2: Cash for Climate Solutions - figuring out fashion’s CO2 emissions

Ecotextile Talks - February 29, 2024 00:00 - 31 minutes
In the second episode of this podcast series, produced in partnership with the Apparel Impact Institute about its Climate Solutions Portfolio (CSP), we take a look at the tool it's built to help decide who should get the funding, and what a winning application looks like.  As a quick re-cap, t...

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Ep 1: Cash for climate solutions, with the Apparel Impact Institute

Ecotextile Talks - February 22, 2024 06:00 - 29 minutes
In partnership with the Apparel Impact Institute, Philip Berman takes an in-depth look at its new The Climate Solutions Portfolio which aims to find, feature and fund any initiative with the potential to reduce energy use and/or greenhouse gas emissions at scale in the industry.  And it has up...

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TRAIL: How to win cash for climate solutions

Ecotextile Talks - February 21, 2024 16:42 - 1 minute
In partnership with the Apparel Impact Institute, host Philip Berman takes an in-depth look at its new The Climate Solutions Portfolio which aims to find, feature and fund any initiative with the potential to reduce energy use and/or greenhouse gas emissions at scale in the industry.  And it h...

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Threaded Together: How the US Climate Smart Cotton program is helping to reduce the carbon footprint of textiles

Ecotextile Talks - December 07, 2023 06:00 - 46 minutes
To coincide with the week of World Soil Day 2023, our third and final episode of our Threaded Together: cotton and sustainability podcast series, sponsored by Cotton Incorporated, looks at the US Climate Smart Cotton Program- a bold, new and exciting initiative in the US, which aims to measure...

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Britain’s Landmarks and Legends: Interview with author Jo Woolf

Leaf & Elfie: Curious Talks - December 06, 2023 11:00 - 58 minutes
In this episode, Leaf and Elfie are joined by Jo Woolf, the writer in residence of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society. Jo is the author of The Great Horizon, a collection of stories about explorers and adventurers who have shaped our world. Jo shares her passion for the British Isles and t...

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Threaded Together: How best to measure cotton’s environmental impact

Ecotextile Talks - November 30, 2023 06:00 - 52 minutes
In the second of this three-part podcast series: 'Threaded Together' about cotton sustainability, host Philip Berman talks to Dr Jesse Daystar, from Cotton Incorporated and Joel Mertens from the Sustainable Apparel Coalition, about the best way(s) to measure sustainability in the cotton industry...

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Has Renewcell been let down by fashion brands?

Ecotextile Talks - November 22, 2023 11:44 - 16 minutes
Many fashion brands and retailers talk a good game on circularity, but will they ever consistently pay a premium for materials made using 100% textile-to-textile recycling? Acting CEO of Renewcell Magnus Håkansson joins Ecotextile Talks to discuss the company's current challenges in receiving ...

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Wicked Problems - Transportation and How It Affects Us with Tony Pratte

Everyday Green Home - October 25, 2023 07:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
Wicked problems are significant issues with no single, straightforward answer, and they are everywhere! Transportation is a wicked problem that touches every aspect of our lives, whether we realize it or not. It affects what we have on our dinner tables, the clothes we wear, and everything...

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Threaded Together: Cotton and Sustainability

Ecotextile Talks - October 24, 2023 07:00 - 46 minutes
In a new three-part sponsored series entitled, Threaded Together, podcast host Philip Berman looks at Cotton Incorporated's role in improving the sustainability of cotton in the textile industry.    Cotton Incorporated a US-based, not-for-profit company, provides resources and research to he...

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How far can fashion resale drive decarbonisation?

Ecotextile Talks - October 18, 2023 14:09 - 19 minutes
Following a report outlining the potential benefits for fashion brands looking to integrate resale into their business model, Ecotextile Talks hears from Andy Ruben, founder of recommerce specialist Trove, who shares his insights on where the greatest opportunities lie. In a conversation domin...

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Bridging the influence gap between apparel manufacturers and brands

Ecotextile Talks - October 11, 2023 13:34 - 16 minutes
As a formal partnership between the Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC) and International Apparel Federation (IAF) is signed, a key figure involved in the collaborative process speaks to Ecotextile Talks about what the duo hope to achieve. Andrew Martin, executive vice president of the SAC, si...

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Fashioning a better response to natural disasters

Ecotextile Talks - September 29, 2023 09:52 - 37 minutes
In an extended episode of Ecotextile Talks, the way in which the apparel sector responds to natural disasters is placed under the microscope. Podcast host David Styles is this week joined by two guests to discuss reports which respectively shine a light on the past, present and potential futur...

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How to Pay for Better Homes with Kerry Langley and HomeBuck$

Everyday Green Home - September 27, 2023 07:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
It is hard to talk about how our homes impact our health, well-being, and climate when so many people still struggle to afford the cost of buying their own homes. Today, I bring you a solution cultivated by Kerry Langley, an industry colleague I have known for quite some time.  I’m Mar...

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Should QR codes replace clothing labels?

Ecotextile Talks - September 13, 2023 09:32 - 17 minutes
The latest instalment of the Ecotextile Talks podcast series explores the motivations behind a campaign calling on the fashion industry to move away from conventional care and content labels in favour of digital alternatives.  Steve Lamar, president and CEO of the American Apparel and Footwear...

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Designing the Mind: Interview with bestselling author Ryan A Bush

Leaf & Elfie: Curious Talks - September 06, 2023 16:00 - 57 minutes
We speak to Ryan A Bush, founder of Designing the Mind,  and author of bestselling book, Designing the Mind: The Principles of Psychitecture. Ryan discusses his new book, Become Who You Are (out to buy in 2024),  and on the show, provides listeners with invaluable insights and techniques to get ...

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'Viscose Voyages' - uncovering Lenzing's plans in Indonesia

Ecotextile Talks - September 05, 2023 07:23 - 28 minutes
Earlier this summer host Phil Berman sat down with Carolina Ledl, Lenzing’s head of product and application management, to discuss the company's ambitious plans to start producing its Ecovero-branded viscose in its manufacturing plant in Indonesia.    Lenzing first launched its ‘EcoVero’ br...

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ESG - Building Real Value or Political Lightning Rod with Tony Pratte

Everyday Green Home - August 23, 2023 07:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
In a world of evolving priorities and rapidly changing investment landscapes, three letters have ignited discussions that resonate far beyond the financial realm: ESG. Environmental, Social, and Governance is a trifecta of influence shaping how businesses get scrutinized, evaluated, and ultima...

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Why organic cotton monitoring is out of this world

Ecotextile Talks - August 23, 2023 06:24 - 16 minutes
In the latest episode of Ecotextile Talks, Jeffrey Thimm from Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) discusses an initiative exploring the potential of combining artificial intelligence and satellite technologies to monitor organic cotton production. Podcast host David Styles discusses with Th...

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Time fashion gets tough on Turkmen forced labour?

Ecotextile Talks - August 16, 2023 07:40 - 21 minutes
The latest report from Cotton Campaign insists the time has come for the fashion industry to act conclusively on forced labour in Turkmen cotton fields, with human rights lawyer and researcher Allison Gill telling Ecotextile Talks that legal obligations must now be met.  Speaking on behalf Cot...

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Australia trials voluntary textile circularity levy

Ecotextile Talks - August 09, 2023 07:25 - 19 minutes
As an apparent global push to include extended producer responsibility (EPR) frameworks in legislation gathers pace, podcast host David Styles catches up with Claire Kneller, managing director of WRAP Asia Pacific, to discuss the Australian Government’s approach. Claire joins the latest episod...

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Fighting Autoimmune Disease: Interview with Dr Akil Palanisamy

Leaf & Elfie: Curious Talks - August 06, 2023 15:00 - 57 minutes
In this episode Dr. Palanisamy discusses his groundbreaking 5-step approach to treating and healing autoimmune conditions.  Leaf and Elfie, delve into topics such as addressing toxins, healing infections, improving gut health, proper nutrition, and conscious rest. Dr. Akil’s unique blend of fun...

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Exploring Your Relationship with Alcohol, How to Drink Moderately & Navigating Peer Pressure

Veggies Before Noon - July 28, 2023 23:00 - 34 minutes
In this episode, we explore the art of drinking in moderation, learn practical tips for setting boundaries and avoiding peer pressure. I share my personal journey when it comes to alcohol and how to  confidently say no to excessive drinking, without feeling awkward or left out. We'll discuss the...

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Becoming a B Corp and OK Sustainability Summit with Traci of Plenty Mercantile

Everyday Green Home - July 26, 2023 07:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 7 ratings
In a world increasingly driven by the pursuit of sustainability and community well-being, the rise of B Corps is emerging as a beacon of hope for a more conscious and responsible business approach. I was recently captivated by a charming shop called Plenty Mercantile, nestled in the heart ...