Sustainable Hair with Founders of Consciously Curly Co. & Lillian Augusta Sustainable Brown Girl 2020-11-30 | In this episode I'm chatting with the founders of two small businesses that in my opinion, will shift how we look at sustainability in the hair industry. First, we'll talk to Dominique Taylor, founder of Consciously Curly Co, about her low waste hair care brand. Then we sit down with Jannice Newson and Nana Britwum about how they are building the first plant based braiding hair company, Lillian Augusta.#naturalhair #sustainablehairShop Consciously Curly Co: consciouslycurlyco.comFollow Consciously Curly Co on IG: instagram.com/consciouslycurlycoVisit Lillian Augusta website: lillianaugustahair.comFollow Lillian Augusta on IG: instagram.com/lillianaugustahairVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlJoin the Sustainable Brown Girl Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/259424485303892
Sustainable Brown Girl is Back Sustainable Brown Girl 2024-10-04 | After an extended break, sustainable brown girl is finally coming back. Stay tuned for new content, but in the meantime, check out my ebook "A Beginner's Guide to Sustainable Living". sustainablebrowngirl.com/product/a-beginners-guide-to-sustainable-living
Giving unwanted items a second life with Hannah Dehradunwala, founder of Raeri Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-11-03 | Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Hannah Dehradunwala, founder of Raeri, a platform that upcycles your unwanted items away from landfills and connects them to people and organizations that can give them a second life.- how your sustainable journey began- what led you to start Raeri- what is a circular economy vs a linear economy- how Raeri works- future plans for RaeriSupport Raeri here:Raeri website: raeri.coRaeri instagram: instagram.com/raeri.coRaeri tiktok: tiktok.com/@raeri.coHannah's IG: instagram.com/hannah_fd
The ethics of reselling clothes online with Taylor Scott, Sweet Honey Thrift Shop Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-10-28 | Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Taylor Scott, the creator of Sweet Honey Thrift, a secondhand online boutique. Through reselling her thrifted finds, Taylor is helping others quit fast fashion and diverting textile waste from being dumped on other countries.We talk about:- why Taylor started Sweet Honey Thrift- the role resellers play in sustainable fashion- addressing the question of ethics in reselling- Taylor's process of shopping to resell Support Taylor here:Instagram: instagram.com/sweethoney_thriftshopDepop: depop.com/sweethoneythriftshopDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#ethicalfashion #secondhandfashion #thrifting
Understanding your skin & finding what works for you #shorts Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-10-14 | Taking care of our skin should be a top priority - just as we only have one planet, we only have one body, so it’s important to take care of it. Emani Mone, founder of Beauty Strike, shares tips on how to have a sustainable skincare routine as well as incorporating full-body wellness into your routine. Watch the full interview on Sustainable Brown Girl
Repurposing food waste from restaurants Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-10-12 | Julietta Gamboa is the owner of Gaea Solutions, a company with the mission to reduce the output of waste generated by the restaurant industry. To achieve this, Julietta works with restaurants to develop efficient strategies and habits within establishments to ensure sustainable growth for years to come. Watch the full episode on Sustainable Brown Girl.
How plantain-based food plays into sustainability #shorts Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-10-10 | Rachel Laryea us a Ghanian woman based in Brooklyn, NY, and the founder of Kelewele, a lifestyle and food brand focused on plantain-based eats. Rachel is a plantain lover embarking on a journey at the intersection of food, culture, and community. Watch the full interview on Sustainable Brown Girl.
Building a community to connect families to nature with Anuella, The Green Goddess Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-10-07 | Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Anuella Alexandre, also known as @thegreengoddessdiary on Instagram where she shares tips for plant parents and new gardeners. Anuella is also the founder of A Green Community, where she aims to connect families and children to nature.We talk about:- how Anuella's sustainable journey began- her mission with A Green Community- how to introduce kids to gardeningSupport Anuella:Instagram: instagram.com/thegreengoddessdiaryTikTok: tiktok.com/@thegreengoddessdiaryDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!
Being a citizen rather than a consumer with Aja Barber #shorts Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-10-05 | Aja Barber on being a citizen over being a consumer. Watch the full video interview where we talk about how Black American slaves were stewards of the land and environmentalists, how exploited countries can recover from colonialism, and how to maintain ethics as a sustainable influencer.
Why farming is important for BIPOC with Amyrose Foll #shorts Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-10-04 | Systematic racism within government programs has caused BIPOC farmers to lose land funding over the years, resulting in food insecurity, and a heap of health and financial disadvantages, not to mention a disconnection from the earth. Amyrose Foll is an Indigenous and Eastern European farmer, activist and food justice warrior. Watch the full episode on Sustainable Brown Girl.
The difference between ethical and sustainable labels Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-10-03 | Ethical fashion is the direct opposite of fast fashion. It encompasses garment design, production, and distribution that focuses on reducing harm to people and the planet. Maithreyi Ramdas talks about how to tell the difference between labels like ethical, sustainable, vegan, and organic and how People Heart Planet makes it easier to shop these brands.
How to be a climate optimist with Zahra Biabani Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-09-28 | Rather than worrying about all of the negative Earth news, now is the perfect time to celebrate her beauty and all she does for us. Staying positive isn't always easy, but our Zahra Biabani helps keep us inspired. Watch the full episode on Sustainable Brown Girl.
How to raise eco-conscious children #shorts Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-09-27 | While we all have an impact on this planet just by being alive, we can make better choices about how we live and raise our kids to be eco-conscious so that they have less of an impact.Lacie Wever is an environmental educator and the creator of the Teach Go Green blog. As a wife and mom of two, Lacie is passionate about educating parents to make eco-friendly choices for their families. Watch the full episode on Sustainable Brown Girl.
What sustainable living looks like in India with Ushma Pandya #shorts Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-09-26 | Ushma Pandya, the founder of Think Zero LLC, talks about how immigrants are inherently zero waste as Ushma shares her experience growing up in a first-generation household and spending summers in India. Watch the full episode on Sustainable Brown Girl.
Creating an inclusive space for eco-conscious people with Reza Cristián, founder of SUSTAIN the Mag Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-09-22 | Finding planet-forward platforms that share good news and inspiring stories about folks making positive impacts on the planet has not always been an easy feat. But today’s guest has created a space that fills this need.Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Reza Cristián, founder and editor-in-chief of SUSTAIN, an online sustainable publication focused on creating a diverse and inclusive space for people who are eco-conscious. Through SUSTAIN, Reza and her team inspire us to give a damn, and cheers us on as we make our first baby steps into this world of sustainability.We talk about:- what led Reza to start SUSTAIN + who it's for- how sustainability in media has shifted since SUSTAIN was started- recent SXSW experience- future plans for SUSTAINSupport Reza & SUSTAIN:Website: sustainthemag.comInstagram: instagram.com/sustainthemagDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#sustainthemag #rezacristian #sustainabilityinmedia
How to start a low waste lifestyle with Alex Gamboa Grand #shorts Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-09-21 | It can be overwhelming to start a low waste lifestyle, but it helps to remember that using and reusing what we have is the most sustainable option. When it's time to make the switch, do your research, take your time, and try to support small or woman of color-owned businesses. Watch the full Sustainable Brown Girl episode with Alex Gamboa Grand, the co-founder of Way of Being, a low-waste shop located in Portland, Oregon and online.
Tips for sustainable grocery shopping with Elise Smith #shorts Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-09-20 | Elise Smith, co-founder of @oecostudios, an ethical eco video production company that works with earth-forward brands. Elise is also the owner of @winniesbakery, she's a food writer, recipe developer, and set stylist. Watch the full episode where we talk about how we can be more sustainable when it comes to shopping for food and cooking.
Clearing up ingredients found in beauty products #shorts Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-09-16 | Knowing the ingredients that are in beauty products is becoming more and more important to consumers. Sabrina Noorani has created the ClearForMe platform to make it easy to learn about what goes into our favorite products and help us to make more sustainable choices. Watch the full video interview on Sustainable Brown Girl.
Clearing up the ingredients found in beauty products with Sabrina Noorani, founder of ClearForMe Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-09-15 | Knowing the ingredients that are in beauty products is becoming more and more important to consumers. Today’s guest has created a platform that makes it easy to learn about what goes into our favorite products and helps us to make more sustainable choices. Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Sabrina Noorani, founder of ClearForMe, a platform that is taking steps to educate users on beauty product ingredients to ultimately make more sustainable decisions when it comes to which products they purchase. We talk about: - how Sabrina’s sustainable journey began - what led her to start ClearForMe - laws on product regulations that hold brands accountable for claims - signs to look out for when navigating the beauty aisle - ways to have a sustainable skin routine & best products to incorporate - thoughts on DIY skincare productsSupport Sabrina here:ClearForMe website: clearforme.comClearForMe Instagram: instagram.com/clearfor_meDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#clearforme #sustainablebeauty #sabrinanoorani
Renting a wedding dress to save money and the planet #shorts Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-09-14 | Weddings can get expensive and they can also be wasteful. In today’s episode, we’re talking about a MAJOR way to save money on a wedding dress while reducing your impact on the planet. Watch the full video podcast with Lundyn Carter, the co-founder and CEO of Laine London, , a first-of-it’s kind rental bridal shop in Atlanta.
Inviting Black people to see tea differently #shorts Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-09-13 | Drinking tea as Black Americans has mostly been something that we do when we’re sick. But we don’t often see ourselves as tea drinkers because we aren’t represented in tea advertising. Watch the full podcast episode with Shanae Jones, founder of Ivy’s Tea Co, on Sustainable Brown Girl.
How businesses can be more conscious about their waste #shorts Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-09-12 | When it’s time for businesses to remodel their offices, what happens to all of the old furniture and textiles? Usually, they’re sent to a landfill to rot or be incinerated. Of course, that’s not good for the planet. The goal is to create a circular economy where things that are no longer needed can be reused or recycled to be used in a new way or by a different person. Watch the full video interview with May Al-Karooni, founder of Globechain, on Sustainable Brown Girl.
Diverting waste from landfill while serving the community with Well Clothd Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-09-09 | Having an impact in our neighborhoods and working to give back to those in need is an important aspect of sustainability in my opinion. Today's guests are doing just that - in addition to diverting clothing and toiletries from landfills, these sustainable brown girls are making a difference in their community. Before we get into this episode, I do want to mention that there are dates and events mentioned that have already passed. However, our guests hold different events throughout the year, so follow them on Instagram to stay up to date. Today's featured sustainable brown girls are the ladies of Well Cloth'd, a non-profit based in Brooklyn, New York, founded by three Black women and lifelong friends - Leetah McGee and sisters Jenne and Marien Richardson, later joined by Maya Shelton. With a mission to take the mystery out of donating, Well Cloth’d ensures that recipients receive high-quality care packages, that are curated specifically to meet their needs. Today we're joined by Jenne, Leetah, and Maya.We talk about:- how and why Well Cloth'd was started- how Well Cloth'd helps the community- how their donation strategy keeps clothes and toiletries out of landfills- tips for others to create similar programs in their cities- future goals for Well Cloth'dSupport Well Cloth'd:Website: wellclothd.comInstagram: instagram.com/wellclothdinDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#wellclothd #brooklyn #givingback
Curating secondhand care packages for the needy with Well Cloth’d Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-09-08 | Watch the full interview on the Sustainable Brown Girl channel. Well Cloth'd is a non-profit based in Brooklyn, New York, founded by three Black women and lifelong friends - Leetah McGee and sisters Jenne and Marien Richardson, later joined by Maya Shelton. With a mission to take the mystery out of donating, Well Cloth’d ensures that recipients receive high-quality care packages, that are curated specifically to meet their needs.
Busting Environmental Cancer-Causing Myths with Dr. Anjali Malik, a breast imaging radiologist Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-08-25 | When I first started my sustainable journey, it wasn't necessarily to be better for the planet. I wanted to be better for my body. A lot of us choose products with organic ingredients because we're told it's better for our bodies, but that may not always be the case. In this episode, our guest is busting some health-related myths as well as sharing how the health and medical industries can be more sustainable.Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Dr. Anjali Malik, a breast imaging radiologist, and women’s health advocate. She mentors and inspires women to charge of their breast and ovarian health, all while promoting sustainability and plant-based nutrition.We talk about:- How sustainability relates to the health industry- Ingredients in beauty products & food impacting breast & reproductive health- Microplastics found in blood and what it means for our health - If waste within the medical industry is avoidableSupport Dr. Malik:Instagram: instagram.com/anjalimalikmd/?hl=enTwitter: twitter.com/anjalimalikmdWebsite: www.AnjaliMalikMD.comDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#sustainablehealth #breasthealth #cancermyths
Life as a sustainability consultant + sustainable fashion as digital art with Alexzandria Ashton Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-08-18 | Since I've been doing this podcast, I've seen so many different career paths that can be taken within the sustainability industry. Today, we're chatting with a sustainability consultant about how businesses can be more sustainable, specifically in the fashion, music, ad art industries.Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Alexzandria Ashton, founder of Ashton Wolfe Sustainability Consulting. Alexzandria is a passionate sustainable fashion industry advocate and social-climate activist who wants to see change within the fashion, music, and film industries. We talk about:- How Alexzandria became interested in sustainability- Why she started Ashton Wolfe Sustainability Consulting- How a fashion brand just starting can be more sustainable- How a supply chain audit works- How digital art can replace fashion overconsumptionSupport Alexzandria here:Website: ashtonwolfe.comInstagram: instagram.com/ashtonwolfeconsultingPersonal Instagram: instagram.com/lolagirlwolfeDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#sustainabilityconsultant #sustainablefashion #sustainablebrowngirl
Maintaining joy as an environmental activist with Arielle V. King, host of The Joy Report podcast Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-08-11 | As people who care deeply about the environment, worrying about climate change and our impact on the planet can often be overwhelming. When the news is often filled with negativity it’s easy to go down a dark rabbit hole. However, finding positive climate news and things to get excited about is so important to our mental health and drive to continue the fight for Mother Earth. In today's episode, we’re chatting with our guest about how to maintain joy as an environmental activist.Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Arielle V. King, an environmental justice staff attorney at an environmental law think tank in Washington DC and host of The Intersectional Environmentalist podcast, The Joy Report. We talk about:- how Arielle's sustainable journey began- Arielle's role with Intersectional Environmentalist- her job as environmental justice staff attorney & what that entails- The Joy Report podcast & how Arielle stay optimistic- art's role in environmental activismSpecial thanks to Bookshop.org for sponsoring this episode. Check out our curated list of books written by fellow sustainable brown girls at bookshop.org/shop/sustainablebrowngirl. Use code SBG10 for 10% off your purchase until August 29, 2022.Support Arielle here:Arielle's IG: instagram.com/ariellevkingIntersectional Environmentalist Website: intersectionalenvironmentalist.comIntersectional Environmentalist IG: instagram.com/intersectionalenvironmentalistThe Joy Report Podcast: open.spotify.com/show/41en5Yu2UdhUHrclIa07RKIE Tik Tok: @isxenvironmentalist Arielle's Tik Tok: @ariellevking Donate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#intersectionalenvironmentalist #thejoyreport #sustainablebrowngirl
A tribute to the sustainable brown girl who inspired me, My Momma Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-07-29 | After a two-and-a-half-year battle with kidney cancer, my mom passed away a few days ago. It only felt right to dedicate an episode of the Sustainable Brown Girl podcast to the woman who inspired and fostered my love for the planet and people. Special thanks to Leaf Shave for sponsoring this episode. Shop leafshave.com for all of your plastic-free shaving needs.Donate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!
Creating space for women of color in beauty and wellness with Emani Mone, Beauty Strike Founder Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-07-21 | Taking care of our skin should be a top priority - just as we only have one planet, we only have one body, so it’s important to take care of it. Our guest today is sharing tips on how to have a sustainable skincare routine as well as incorporating full-body wellness into your routine.Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Emani Mone, a third-generation beauty professional on a mission to provide quality vegan-friendly skincare and curated full-body wellness experiences. At Beauty Strike, based in Brooklyn, NY, Emani and her team are creating space for women of color in the beauty and wellness industry.Visit Beauty Strike online: beautystrike.usFollow on Instagram: instagram.com/beautystrikenyDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!
Curating sustainable & inclusive brands with Sanchos Shop owner, Kalkidan Legesse Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-07-14 | As people who are conscious of how the choices we make impact the planet, we are probably also conscious about the brands we support and buy from. It can be difficult to know who's the real deal and who's not, which is why businesses like Sancho's exists. Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Kalkidan Legesse, the Ethiopian woman owner of Sancho's, a sustainable fashion & ethical gift department shop based in the UK. Sancho's mission is to make it easy for shoppers to prioritise people and the planet by curating the best sustainable fashion brands and putting them under one roof.We talk about:- how Kalkidan's sustainable journey began- what led her to start Sancho's- how they select sustainable brands to stock- how Sancho's is addressing fashion circularitySupport Sancho's here:Visit the website: sanchosshop.comFollow on Instagram: instagram.com/wowsanchoShop & Sell on Owni: https://sanchos-resale.owni.app/Donate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#sustainablefashion #ethicalfashion #sanchosshop
Living sustainably & intentionally as a wife & mom with Addie Fisher of Old World New Blog Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-07-07 | We all are on our own sustainable journeys but it's great to learn how other people are approaching sustainability. And seeing how people live sustainably in real life can be inspiring. Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Addie Fisher, the woman behind the Old World New blog. Addie is a sustainable living enthusiast and a thrift fashion lover. On her blog and Instagram, Addie shares sustainable living tips and encourages her audience to slow down and live more intentionally.We talk about:- why Addie started Old World New blog- favorite thrift finds- tips for living sustainably on a budget- experience as a sustainable parent- tips for budding eco-influencersSupport Addie here:Website: oldworldnew.usInstagram: instagram.com/oldworldnewYouTube: http://bit.ly/OldWorldNew-YouTubeFacebook: facebook.com/oldworldnewDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#sustainablebrowngirl #oldworldnew #sustainableparenting
How plantain-based food plays into sustainability with Rachel Laryea, founder of Kelewele Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-06-30 | Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Rachel Laryea, a Ghanian woman based in Brooklyn, NY. Rachel is the founder of Kelewele, a lifestyle and food brand focused on plantain-based eats. Rachel is a plantain lover embarking on a journey at the intersection of food, culture, and community.Support Rachel here: Follow on IG: instagram.com/kelewelenycKelewele website: kelewelenyc.comDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#sustainablebrowngirl #kelewele #plantains
Eliminating food waste in your kitchen with Elise Smith, owner of WinniEs Bakery Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-06-30 | Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Elise Smith, co-founder of oECo Studios, an ethical eco video production company that works with earth-forward brands. Elise is also the owner of WinniE's Bakery, she's a food writer, recipe developer, and set stylist. Today we'll be talking about how we can be more sustainable when it comes to shopping for food and cooking.Support Elise here: Follow on IG: instagram.com/winniesbakeryWinniE's Bakery website: winniesbakery.comMagnolia Workshop: magnolia.com/workshops/course/a7e429b0-e11a-11ec-947e-f95ae9004318/baked-from-scratch-cakesDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#sustainablebrowngirl #sustainablekitchen #elisesmith
Promoting sustainability within Africas fashion and textile industry with Jacqueline Shaw Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-06-23 | For decades, China and other Asian countries have been the main hub of textile production, but now eyes are shifting toward Africa. With major potential for growth, African development is on the rise. In today's episode, we will be discussing the benefits of manufacturing in Africa and how more companies can get involved. Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Jacqueline Shaw, a fashion designer, consultant, and founder of Africa Fashion Guide - a social enterprise promoting sustainability within Africa's fashion and textile industry. Through her organization, Jacqueline consults clients on building and growing their African fashion business while positively impacting communities throughout Africa.Follow on IG: instagram.com/africafashionguideLearn more about Africa Fashion Guide: https://linktr.ee/africafashionguideDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#africafashionguide #sustainablebrowngirl #jacquelineshaw
Tips on going vegan and providing representation in the vegan space with Monique Koch, Brown Vegan Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-06-09 | It’s no secret that I’m not vegan, but as a former vegan, I surely believe that we should limit our meat intake for the health of our bodies and the planet. Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Monique Koch, also known as Brown Vegan on YouTube, Instagram, her blog, and podcast. Through her platform, Monique shares family & beginner-friendly vegan tips and recipes for folks who say they could never go vegan. We’ll talk about tips on going vegan, why representation within the vegan community is important, and how to deal with family & friends who question your veganism.
Dominique Drakeford on celebrating Blackness and using sustainable fashion as activism Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-05-26 | It was such an honor to be able to sit down with today's featured Sustainable Brown Gir,l Dominique Drakeford. She's an environmental educator, community advocate, and sustainable style influencer. Dominique works at the intersections of sustainability and style to heal our relationship to the Earth and spark equitable change for economic wellbeing while simultaneously celebrating her Blackness.In this podcast episode, we talk about:- how Dominque's sustainable journey began- the creative & business project Dominique is working on- how Dominique uses fashion as a form of activism- what being a mother has taught Dominique about sustainability Support Dominique:Website: dominiquedrakeford.comInstagram: instagram.com/dominiquedrakefordSummer School: eventbrite.com/e/summer-school-landing-page-do-not-order-from-here-tickets-311270106267Donate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#dominiquedrakeford #sustainablebrooklyn #melaninass
Sustainability in Art & Design with Jade Nikaylah and Priscille Joseph (LPD Studio) Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-05-19 | Sustainability is more than reducing waste, recycling and being more conscious about our purchasing habits. Sustainability can also be expressed through art and design. By using plant fibers to create art rather than synthetic materials, or designing your home or office with the natural environment in mind, you can take your sustainability game to the next level. Today’s episode is a double feature, where I will be chatting with Jade Nikaylah Williams, an artist and model about how she incorporates natural materials and dyes into her handmade rugs. And later we’ll hear from Priscille Joseph, an interior designer about how to bring nature into your home design. Our first featured sustainable brown girl is Jade Nikaylah Williams, a model, designer, and alchemist of the Earth. Through her art, plant based meals, and free flowing lifestyle, Jade inspires us to remember that we are infinite beings living a human experience.Support Jade here:jadenikaylah.com/portalrugsinstagram.com/jadenikaylahbehance.net/jadenikaylah (Graphic Design)The next featured sustainable brown girl is Priscille Joseph, an interior designer with a focus on bringing nature into the built-in environment through biophilic patterns. Priscille is also the host of Design Talk Podcast where you can gain practical interior design and wellness tips that can transform your space.Support Priscille here: lpdstudio.cainstagram.com/lpdstudio.caDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#sustainableart #sustainabledesign #sustainabledecorating
How African American history has shaped our consumerism habits with Christine Platt, Afrominimalist Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-05-12 | To be more sustainable, we often strive to reduce the amount of waste that we are creating and bringing into our homes. In this episode, we’re talking with The Afrominimalist about how minimalism relates to sustainability, how to get rid of things that no longer serve you, and how African American history and how that has shaped our beliefs with consumerism.Today's featured sustainable Brown Girl is Christine Platt, author of The Afrominimalist's Guide to Living with Less, a radical re-envisioning of minimalism that focuses on authenticity over aesthetics. Christine's book is a resource anyone seeking to discover the truth behind their overconsumption as well as how to let go of what no longer serves them. Thank you so much for joining us today.I would highly recommend that you read Christine's book. If you're an audiobook person, check out Libro.fm - a platform that allows you to buy audiobooks from local bookstores in the US and Canada. Click the link below to sign up and use code CHOOSEINDIE for a free audiobook with a new membership (*affiliate link). Sign up for Libro.fm: tidd.ly/35m6CnABuy from Bookshop.org: bookshop.org/a/82297/9781982168049Follow Christine on Instagram: instagram.com/afrominimalistVisit Christine's website: afrominimalist.comDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#minimalism #afrominimalist #christineplatt
Inspiring Gen Z to get involved in climate action with Anya Sastry Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-05-05 | The youth are truly leading the climate discussion. From Fridays for Future, that’s led by Greta Thunberg to The Sunrise Movement, a youth-led political action organization focused on stopping climate change. It’s no doubt that Gen Z is fully invested in taking action in the fight against climate change. As a tired millennial, it’s truly inspiring to see such vigor in today’s youth as they challenge politicians and corporations, holding them accountable for the harm that they’ve done to the planet. And in addition to that, Gen Z has also made great strides in bringing awareness to environmental and social injustices that have been tolerated for way too long. In this episode, we’re chatting with a college student who is inspiring her generation to get involved in climate action.Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Anya Sastry, an Indian-American climate activist, filmmaker, and student. She produced a documentary titled Frontliners that highlights environmental injustice from the perspective of the less privileged. Anya is also the National Outreach Director for the US Youth Climate Strike and a contributor to the book United We Are Unstoppable: 60 Inspiring Young People Saving Our World by Akshat Rathi.In this episode, we talk about:- Anya's role as National Outreach Director for the US Youth Climate Strike- How young people can get involved with climate justice work- Anya's film, Frontliners. and its exploration of the impacts of environmental injustice on marginalized communitiesWatch Frontliners: http://anyasastry.com/frontlinersFollow Anya on Instagram: instagram.com/anyasastryDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#climateaction #climatestrike #sustainablebrowngirl
Renting a wedding dress to save money and the planet with Lundyn Carter of Laine London Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-04-28 | It’s wedding season! Apparently 80% of weddings take place between May and October. I’ve actually already been to two weddings this year, and I just celebrated my own 10 year wedding anniversary on Earth Day. So I’ve got love bugs in my eyes. But seriously, it’s been a long time since I got married but I know that weddings can get expensive and they can also be wasteful. In today’s episode, we’re talking about a MAJOR way to save money on a wedding dress while reducing your impact on the planet. Today’s featured sustainable brown girl, Lundyn Carter, the co-founder and CEO of Laine London, a first-of-it’s kind rental bridal shop in Atlanta. Lundyn and co-founder Tiffany have created a more cost-efficient and eco-friendly solution that allows brides to feel beautiful in the dress of their dreams on their big day.Thank you to this episode's sponsor, Gaia by Blush, a line of sustainable vibrators. Enter the giveaway for a Gaia of your choice by following Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram and commenting on our latest post about Gaia. For a bonus entry, leave a review for the podcast on Apple Podcasts and DM a screenshot to @sustainablebrowngirl on Instagram. Entry for the giveaway closes at 11:59pm EST on Wednesday May 4, and winner will be announced on Instagram on Thursday May 5.Learn more about the Gaia collection here: blushlove.com/collections/gaiaSupport Laine London:Follow on Instagram: instagram.com/laine_londonFollow on TikTok: tiktok.com/@lainelondonVisit the website: lainelondon.comDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#sustainablewedding #rentnotbuy #weddingdressrental
Climate optimism & making sustainable fashion more accessible with Zahra Biabani of Soulful Seeds Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-04-21 | This time of year during Earth Day/Week/Month, it's a great time to give thanks to Mother Earth. Rather than worrying about all of the negative Earth news, now is the perfect time to celebrate her beauty and all she does for us. Staying positive isn't always easy, but our guest today helps keep us inspired.Today's featured Sustainable Brown Girl is Zahra Biabani, also known as Soulful Seeds on Instagram where she shares Weekly Earth Wins to highlight environmental good news around the world. Zahra is a recent Vanderbilt University graduate and founder of In the Loop, a clothing rental platform that makes sustainable fashion more accessible.We talk about: - How Zahra started Weekly Earth Wins and how she stays motivated as climate optimist- Her sustainable clothing rental brand, Rent in the Loop- Greenwashing in the fashion industry- How to make our wardrobes more sustainableSupport Zahra: Blog: soulfulseedsblog.comInstagram: instagram.com/soulful_seedsRent in the Loop: rentintheloop.comInstagram: instagram.com/rentintheloopDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#climateoptimism #sustainablefashion #soulfulseeds
Fighting against food insecurity & guerrilla gardening tactics with Amyrose Foll, Virginia Free Farm Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-04-14 | There’s no denying that Native people and Black people were traditionally stewards of the land in North America, and fed it’s inhabitants for hundreds of years.. In 1920, the number of Black Farmers peaked at nearly 1 million people, however a mere 100 years later, there are fewer than 50,000 Black farmers. Systematic racism within government programs has caused BIPOC farmers to lose land funding over the years, resulting in food insecurity, a heap of health and financial disadvantages, not to mention a disconnection from the earth. In today’s episode, I’m talking to an incredible woman who is working to uplift communities of color by providing access to farming resources, community fridges, and educational courses to help improve lives for generations to come.Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Amyrose Foll, an Indigenous and Eastern European farmer, activist and food justice warrior. Amyrose is the founder of Virginia Free Farm, which works to provide free nutrient dense food assistance to those in need. Support Virginia Free Farm: virginiafreefarm.orgFollow VFF on Instagram: instagram.com/virginiafreefarmFollow Amyrose on Instagram: instagram.com/mamamaizeDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#BIPOCfarming #foodinsecurity #gardening
Helping businesses divert waste via reuse marketplace, Globechain, with founder May Al-Karooni Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-04-07 | When it’s time for businesses to remodel their offices, what happens to all of the old furniture and textiles? Usually they’re sent to a landfill to rot or be incinerated. Of course that’s not good for the planet. The goal is to create a circular economy where things that are no longer needed can be reused or recycled to be used in a new way or by a different person. That’s exactly what our guest today is facilitating with her business.Today's featured sustainable brown girl is May Al-Karooni a Middle-Eastern woman living in the UK, and founder of Globechain, the biggest ESG reuse marketplace worldwide. On a mission to divert 100 million tonnes of waste from landfill by 2025, Globechain is helping businesses become leaders in circular economy through reuse.In this episode we talk about:- How Globechain is helping businesses divert waste- Why a circular economy is important - How businesses can be more conscious about their wasteSupport Globechain:www.globechain.cominstagram.com/weareglobechaininstagram.com/globechaintwitter.com/globechainDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#sustainablebrowngirl #globechain #reusemarketplace
Making the restaurant industry more sustainable with Julietta Gamboa, Gaea Solutions Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-03-31 | Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Julietta Gamboa, the owner of Gaea Solutions Inc, a company with the mission to reduce the output of waste generated by the restaurant industry. To achieve this, Julietta works with restaurants to develop efficient strategies and habits within establishments to ensure sustainable growth for years to come.We talk about:- sustainable options for food packaging- the most wasteful practices in the restaurant industry- how restaurants can divert waste- how food industry waste impacts its immediate environment and community- how consumers can encourage restaurants to be more sustainableSupport Gaea Solutions:gaeasustainable.cominstagram.com/gaeasolutionsDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#gaeasolutions #sustainablerestaurants #sustainablebrowngirl
Starting a low waste lifestyle & why sustainable goods cost more w/ Alex Gamboa Grand, Way of Being Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-03-24 | When we transition to a low waste lifestyle, we often look around our homes and see several areas that could use improvement; such as replacing disposable paper towels with reusables, trading disposables razors for a metal one, or trying beauty products with better ingredients and packaging. It can be overwhelming but it helps to remember that using and reusing what we have is the most sustainable option. When it's time to make the switch, do your research, take your time, and try to support small or woman of color owned businesses. Today's featured Sustainable Brown Girl is Alex Gamboa Grand, the co-founder of Way of Being, a low waste shop located in Portland, Oregon and online. By offering a variety of low waste products and guides, Way of Being is helping us be more intentional on our sustainable journeys.#sustainablebrowngirl #lowwaste #wayofbeingWe talk about:- How Way of Being was started- Why sustainable goods cost more- Ways to transition to a low waste lifestyle- Alex's favorite low waste products- Successes and challenges as a sustainable business ownerSupport Way of Being:Website: wayofbeing.co Instagram: instagram.com/wayofbeing.coDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!
Global Recycling Day Tips from Keep Newnan Beautiful Affiliate Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-03-17 | It's Global Recycling Day! I'm not sure how popular this "holiday" is, but I want to take this opportunity to share a conversation that I had on my local radio show with Page Beckwith, the director of Keep Newnan Beautiful - a local affiliate of Keep America Beautiful in my hometown of Newnan, GA. As you're listening to this, keep in mind that recycling protocol varies from city to city and state to state, so please research your local recycling guidelines. Keep Newnan Beautiful: keepnewnanbeautiful.orgKeep America Beautiful: kab.orgDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!
Transitioning businesses and homes to zero waste with Ushma Pandya, co-founder of Think Zero Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-03-10 | Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Ushma Pandya, co-founder of Think Zero LLC, a consultancy offering waste reduction and diversion services to businesses and homes. Before the term "zero waste" was trendy, Ushma was raising awareness about consumption and waste with her schoolmates and work colleagues. Big thanks to Wren for sponsoring this episode. Go to Wren.co to calculate your carbon footprint and offset it by funding climate-positive projects.Visit Think Zero website: thinkzerollc.comFollow Think Zero on Instagram: instagram.com/thinkzerollcFollow Think Zero Home on Instagram: instagram.com/thinkzerohomeFollow Ushma on Instagram: instagram.com/ditchthewasteDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!#zerowaste #sustainablebusiness #thinkzero
Making the entertainment industry more sustainable with Jennifer Sandoval of Earth Angel Sets Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-03-03 | I’m sure we all love watching movies or binging our favorite shows, but have you ever thought about how much waste is produced on a production set?After a production wraps, bulldozers plow through custom made sets, leaving half-empty plastic water bottles behind. Diesel generators power empty trailers, and tons of props go straight into dumpsters. Not to mention, hazardous chemicals being dumped who knows where.The idea of sustainability is infiltrating nearly every industry, including the entertainment industry.Today’s featured sustainable brown girl, Jennifer Sandoval, the Eco Supervisor for Earth Angel, a sustainable production service. Earth Angel works with tv & film production sets to develop sustainable practices that will reduce the environmental impact of the entertainment industry.Earth Angel Sets: earthangelsets.comFollow Earth Angel on Instagram: instagram.com/earthangelsetsDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!
Aja Barber on being a citizen before consumer & how exploited countries can recover from colonialism Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-02-24 | Within the sustainability community, we talk a lot about reduce the amount of things that we are consuming. Overconsumption has led to overfilled landfills, a depletion of natural resources, and let’s admit it, credit card debt. Our guest today is Aja Barber, author of Consumed: The Need for Collective Change, Colonialism, Climate Change, and Consumerism. I would quickly describe it as a call for change from consumers and corporations to think about how they buy and sell. I would really encourage you to read or listen to the book because it’s so much deeper than that. Aja talks about how Black American slaves were environmentalists and stewards of the earth, how colonialism has destroyed countries in the global south, and how we can shift our destructive habits as consumers.I would highly recommend that you read Aja's book. If you're an audiobook person, check out Libro.fm - a platform that allows you to buy audiobooks from local bookstores in the US and Canada. Click the link below to sign up and use code CHOOSEINDIE for a free audiobook with a new membership (*affiliate link). Sign up for Libro.fm: tidd.ly/35m6CnAOther options for purchasing Aja's book: Bookshop.org, Thriftbooks.com, and Betterworldbooks.comFollow Aja on Instagram: instagram.com/ajabarberVisit Aja's website: ajabarber.comBook that Aja mentioned: The Business of Less by Roland GeyerDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!
Diversifying the Gardening Space with Colah B Tawkin of Black in the Garden Podcast Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-02-17 | As a budding gardener myself, I realize how important it is to have representation in the horticultural space (as EVERY space needs adequate representation). Today's featured sustainable brown girl is doing exactly that with her podcast Black in the Garden. Colah B Tawkin is comedian, life-long nature lover, and host of the Black in the Garden podcast. Using her extensive horticultural knowledge, her endless love for Black people, and her keen ability to teach in a spirit of joy and kinship, she has built a village of Soil Cousins and is taking up space in the plant industry!In this episode we talk about:- How Colah's gardening journey began- Why she started Black in the Garden- Helping people get over their fears of gardening & crafty tips of keeping costs low- Colah's new tree planting project - Underground Arborist- Colah's horticultural & environmental heroes (Wangari Maathai, Jessica Nabongo, Hellah Sidbe)Follow Colah B Tawkin & Black in the Garden:blkinthegarden.comundergroundarborist.orginstagram.com/blackinthegardenfacebook.com/BlackinthegardenDonate to Sustainable Brown Girl on Patreon: patreon.com/sustainablebrowngirlVisit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlPlease leave a review on Apple Podcasts!
Raising eco-conscious children & cloth diapering them with Lacie Wever, Teach Go Green Sustainable Brown Girl 2022-02-13 | It’s baby season! I’m just kidding, babies are always being born, but today we're talking about raising eco-conscious children. I’m not a mom yet, although I’ve been trying to be for a few years now, but that’s a topic for another day. But when I am a mom, I know that I want to be as eco-friendly as possible. I’m talking mainly second-hand clothes (cuz who wants to spend top dollar for something they’ll wear for 3 months?), minimal plastic toys, and cloth diapering.There’s somewhat of a debate within the environmentalist community about if having children is a good decision when the planet is not in the best condition. Some people don’t think we should be adding more human life that will use resources from Mother Earth. I understand that argument, but having and raising children is a special part of life. While we all have an impact on this planet just by being alive, we can make better choices about how we live and raise our kids to be eco-conscious so that they have less of an impact.Today's featured sustainable brown girl is Lacie Wever, an environmental educator and the creator of the Teach Go Green blog. As a wife and mom of two, Lacie is passionate about educating parents to make eco-friendly choices for their families. We talk about:- How Lacie's sustainable journey began- What it means to be an eco-parent- Cloth diapering- Ways to be more eco-friendly with kidsCheck out Lacie's Blog, Teach Go Green: teachgogreen.comFollow Teach Go Green on Instagram: instagram.com/teachgogreenGet Lacie's cloth diapering guide on the Teach Go Green website!Visit the Sustainable Brown Girl Website: sustainablebrowngirl.comFollow Sustainable Brown Girl on Instagram: instagram.com/sustainablebrowngirlJoin the Sustainable Brown Girl Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/259424485303892
