ThinkBamboo Podcast - the ultimate video podcast for everything related to regeneration with bamboo

Think Bamboo Podcast

Welcome to ThinkBamboo, the ultimate video podcast for everything related to the bamboo universe. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the bamboo industry and the people and organizations driving its growth. Subscribe now to be the first to receive our latest episodes and stay up-to-date with all things bamboo. 1:1 interviews Our podcast features 1:1 remote video interviews with the movers and shakers within the industry, providing you with exclusive insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by successful companies. https://www.ThinkBamboo.org

  1. Laure Julien, Bamboo Artist Bending Cultures Through Design Ep.44

    06/12/2024

    Laure Julien, Bamboo Artist Bending Cultures Through Design Ep.44

    Tune into the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Ep.44, live from the #EKAWA Bamboo Lab Workshop in Colombia. Join JJ from ThinkBamboo as he presents "Setting Bamboo Free," exploring the extensive uses and benefits of bamboo. Engage in a dynamic 50-minute session with participants, delving into the global bamboo market, bamboo’s role as an ecosystem service provider, and its applications in agriculture, textiles, and construction. Discover fascinating facts about bamboo, its potential in Europe, and the similarities between bamboo and hemp. Gain insights into preservation techniques, the importance of species-specific knowledge, and the inspiring vision for a global bamboo renaissance. WEB SUMMARY https://www.thinkbamboo.org/ VIDEO CHAPTERS 00:01 Introduction and Background 01:18 Researching and Developing Bamboo in France 05:50 Exploring Bamboo Weaving and Drying Techniques in Japan 10:10 Challenges in Europe: Drying Techniques and Availability 17:22 Combining Bamboo with Other Materials for Unique Art and Craft 22:22 Language and Cultural Exchange in Japan 27:40 The Strength and Versatility of Bamboo 29:03 Challenges of Perception and Understanding of Bamboo in Europe 33:14 The Potential of Bamboo in Art and Craft 34:10 Tools for Bamboo Weaving 42:14 Experiences at the European Bamboo Expo and Art Exhibition 49:46 Supporting the Use of Bamboo in Europe ❤️ SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL * Subscribe: https://youtube.com/@thinkbamboo The ThinkBamboo Podcast serves as a platform to inspire, educate, and share the use of bamboo with an ever-growing audience. The ThinkBamboo Podcasts are available on the Website, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcast if you like the content please do support by liking, commenting and subscribing. 👉 FOLLOW Website / Newsletter: https://www.thinkbamboo.org/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thinkbamboo Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinkbamboo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thinkbamboo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thinkbamboo/ X Twitter: https://twitter.com/thinkbamboo Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/thinkbamboo-podcast-the-ultimate-video-podcast-for/id1693210491/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ThinkBambo KEYWORDS #bambooMarket #China #LatinAmerica #BambooFacts #ecosystemService #BambooValue #agriculture #textiles #construction #bamboo #lifespan #BambooGrowing #BambooUses #agricultural #BambooPolyculture #BambooPreservation #BambooMaintenance

    51 min

  2. 29/07/2024

    Setting Bamboo Free - Presentation and Questions and Open discussion at ekawa Ep.43

    Tune into the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Ep.43, live from the #EKAWA Bamboo Lab Workshop in Colombia. Join JJ from ThinkBamboo as he presents "Setting Bamboo Free," exploring the extensive uses and benefits of bamboo. Engage in a dynamic 50-minute session with participants, delving into the global bamboo market, bamboo’s role as an ecosystem service provider, and its applications in agriculture, textiles, and construction. Discover fascinating facts about bamboo, its potential in Europe, and the similarities between bamboo and hemp. Gain insights into preservation techniques, the importance of species-specific knowledge, and the inspiring vision for a global bamboo renaissance. WEB SUMMARY https://www.thinkbamboo.org/2024/07/28/setting-bamboo-free/ VIDEO CHAPTERS Presentation : Setting Bamboo Free 00:00 Intro from EKAWA 00:30 Exploring the Global Bamboo Market 11:17 Bamboo as an Ecosystem Service Provider 19:05 Bamboo's Value in Agriculture and Regenerative Practices 28:47 Bamboo's Applications in Architecture and Textiles 35:33 Fascinating Facts about Bamboo Questions & Open Discussion 42:39 Understanding the Lifespan and Cultivation of Bamboo 45:07 Advice for Bamboo Enthusiasts in Europe 49:13 Breeding and Genetic Engineering of Bamboo 55:21 Comparing Bamboo and Hemp 01:01:35 Preserving Bamboo Structures 01:18:18 Funding Opportunities for Bamboo Projects 01:26:49 The Bamboo Lab: Co-Creation and Skill Exchange VIDEOS TO WATCH NEXT 1.) 🦠 Microorganism Marvel: How Nature's Tiny Allies Enhance Bamboo Growth 🎋 https://youtu.be/4c6jNRTjoVI 2.) 🍁 Bamboo and Silica: The Dynamic Duo of Life Regeneration https://youtu.be/d-VGdQtETNs 3.) 🇨🇴 ekawa 5th Generation Co-Creative Bamboo Workshop in the Jungle https://youtu.be/AvRnEeeKZww ❤️ SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL * Subscribe: https://youtube.com/@thinkbamboo The ThinkBamboo Podcast serves as a platform to inspire, educate, and share the use of bamboo with an ever-growing audience. The ThinkBamboo Podcasts are available on the Website, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcast if you like the content please do support by liking, commenting and subscribing. 👉 FOLLOW Website / Newsletter: https://www.thinkbamboo.org/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thinkbamboo Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinkbamboo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thinkbamboo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thinkbamboo/ X Twitter: https://twitter.com/thinkbamboo Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/thinkbamboo-podcast-the-ultimate-video-podcast-for/id1693210491/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ThinkBambo KEYWORDS #bambooMarket #China #LatinAmerica #BambooFacts #ecosystemService #BambooValue #agriculture #textiles #construction #bamboo #lifespan #BambooGrowing #BambooUses #agricultural #BambooPolyculture #BambooPreservation #BambooMaintenance

    1h 30m

  3. 09/07/2024

    Inspiring Dutch Bamboo Education & Community Collaboration | ThinkBamboo Podcast Ep.42

    Tune into the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Ep.42 with Melvin Kolk, founder of  @bamboobuilds  with the mission to educate Dutch-speaking individuals about #bamboo. Discover Melvin's journey from studying architecture to pioneering modern bamboo furniture and launching the #BambooBuilds Academy. Gain insights into the innovative courses designed by Melvin and his girlfriend Britt, aimed at transforming perceptions of bamboo and educating the next generation. WEB SUMMARY https://www.thinkbamboo.org/2024/07/10/inspiring-dutch-bamboo-education-community-collaboration-thinkbamboo-podcast/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Bamboo Journey 02:46 Discovering Bamboo in Bali 07:55 The Potential of Bamboo 13:56 Creating Modern Bamboo Furniture 23:38 Changing the Perception of Bamboo 27:20 Educating Dutch People about Bamboo 32:38 Collaboration within the Bamboo Community 33:22 Reaching out to Universities and Schools 36:03 Showcasing Bamboo in Public Spaces ❤️ SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL * Subscribe: https://youtube.com/@thinkbamboo The ThinkBamboo Podcast serves as a platform to inspire, educate, and share the use of bamboo with an ever-growing audience. The ThinkBamboo Podcasts are available on the Website, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcast if you like the content please do support by liking, commenting and subscribing. 👉 FOLLOW Website / Newsletter: https://www.thinkbamboo.org/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thinkbamboo Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinkbamboo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thinkbamboo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thinkbamboo/ X Twitter: https://twitter.com/thinkbamboo Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/thinkbamboo-podcast-the-ultimate-video-podcast-for/id1693210491/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ThinkBamboo/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/ThinkBamboo/

    51 min

  4. 28/06/2024

    Kawayan Collective: Transforming Bamboo into Homes for Every Filipino Ep.41

    Tune into the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Ep.41 with Amy Villanueva, co-founder of the Kawayan Collective in Negros Oriental, Philippines. Discover how this employee-owned cooperative is transforming bamboo into sustainable homes for Filipinos. Amy shares the Kawayan Collective’s journey from a sole proprietorship to a thriving cooperative, their innovative construction techniques, and the support they've received from Base Bahay, a non-profit funded by the Hilti Foundation. Gain insights into their groundbreaking work with Tinik bamboo, their commitment to affordability and sustainability, and the valuable lessons they've learned along the way. Explore how they're making bamboo housing more accessible and resilient, setting a new standard in sustainable construction. Web Summary https://www.thinkbamboo.org/2024/06/28/kawayan-collective-transforming-bamboo-into-homes-for-every-filipino/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:26 Transforming Bamboo into Homes for Filipinos 12:14 The Treatment Process for Bamboo 20:12 Construction Innovations: Cement Bamboo Frame Technology 23:05 Introduction to bamboo house construction 27:05 Exploring the Bahareke 2.0 design 32:01 The use of prefabricated components 34:54 Expanding the cooperative model 42:35 The starter home kit 45:45 Future plans for the Kawayan Collective 46:16 Starter Homes and Preparation for Storms 47:21 The Dumaguete Bamboo Pavilion 53:10 Starting Kawayan Collective and Recommendations 01:01:29 Collaboration and Positive Attitude 01:08:42 Working with Different Bamboo Species 01:10:21 Challenges and Lessons Learned VIDEOS TO WATCH NEXT 1.) 🦠 Microorganism Marvel: How Nature's Tiny Allies Enhance Bamboo Growth 🎋 https://youtu.be/4c6jNRTjoVI 2.) 🍁 Bamboo and Silica: The Dynamic Duo of Life Regeneration https://youtu.be/d-VGdQtETNs 3.) 🇨🇴 ekawa 5th Generation Co-Creative Bamboo Workshop in the Jungle https://youtu.be/AvRnEeeKZww ❤️ SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL * Subscribe: https://youtube.com/@thinkbamboo The ThinkBamboo Podcast serves as a platform to inspire, educate, and share the use of bamboo with an ever-growing audience. The ThinkBamboo Podcasts are available on the Website, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcast if you like the content please do support by liking, commenting and subscribing. 👉 FOLLOW Website / Newsletter: https://www.thinkbamboo.org/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thinkbamboo Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinkbamboo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thinkbamboo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thinkbamboo/ X Twitter: https://twitter.com/thinkbamboo Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/thinkbamboo-podcast-the-ultimate-video-podcast-for/id1693210491/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ThinkBamboo/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/ThinkBamboo/

    1h 12m
  5. Dutch Bamboo Event: 'Bouw met Bamboe' Symposium, Workshops, and Networking Ep.40

    11/06/2024

    Dutch Bamboo Event: 'Bouw met Bamboe' Symposium, Workshops, and Networking Ep.40

    Tune into the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Ep.40 with Anand and Diederik, the co-organizers of the Dutch Bamboo Symposium in Rooterdam "Bouw met Bamboe." Discover their inspiring journey working with bamboo, from hands-on projects in India to pioneering bamboo construction in Europe. Gain insights into their collaborative efforts and the vibrant Dutch Bamboo Community they are building, spanning the entire supply chain—from plantation to construction. Explore contributions from experts in cultivating bamboo in Europe, manufacturing engineered bamboo, designing with natural and engineered bamboo, engineering calculations, and construction. #BouwMetBamboe Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:58 Past Experience with Bamboo 06:14 Structural Engineering with Bamboo in the European Context 09:17 The Future of Bamboo as a Building Material in Europe 12:31 Experiences Organizing the Dutch Bamboo Event 20:43 Networking and Connecting Professionals in the Bamboo Industry 23:58 Sponsorship and ISO Standards for Bamboo 26:52 Structural Bamboo Engineering in Europe 29:19 Challenges and Opportunities in Bamboo Architecture 31:52 The Future of Bamboo in Construction 34:58 Pioneering European Bamboo Architecture 36:38 Organizing the Dutch Bamboo Event 38:49 Closing Remarks and Invitation to the Event VIDEOS TO WATCH NEXT 1.) 🦠 Microorganism Marvel: How Nature's Tiny Allies Enhance Bamboo Growth 🎋 https://youtu.be/4c6jNRTjoVI 2.) 🍁 Bamboo and Silica: The Dynamic Duo of Life Regeneration https://youtu.be/d-VGdQtETNs 3.) 🇨🇴 ekawa 5th Generation Co-Creative Bamboo Workshop in the Jungle https://youtu.be/AvRnEeeKZww ❤️ SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL * Subscribe: https://youtube.com/@thinkbamboo The ThinkBamboo Podcast serves as a platform to inspire, educate, and share the use of bamboo with an ever-growing audience. The ThinkBamboo Podcasts are available on the Website, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcast if you like the content please do support by liking, commenting and subscribing. 👉 FOLLOW Website / Newsletter: https://www.thinkbamboo.org/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thinkbamboo Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinkbamboo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thinkbamboo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thinkbamboo/ X Twitter: https://twitter.com/thinkbamboo Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/thinkbamboo-podcast-the-ultimate-video-podcast-for/id1693210491/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ThinkBamboo/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/ThinkBamboo/

    40 min
  6. Dr. Bamboo’s Thriving Vision: Catalyzing Uganda with a Vibrant Ecosystem. Kontiki Bamboo Ep.39

    07/06/2024

    Dr. Bamboo’s Thriving Vision: Catalyzing Uganda with a Vibrant Ecosystem. Kontiki Bamboo Ep.39

    Tune into the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Ep.39, with Dr. Koojo Charles Amooti from Kontiki Bamboo in Uganda, a company dedicated to the full spectrum of bamboo product manufacturing. Explore the fascinating world of bamboo as Charles discusses products from toothpicks and skewers to blinds and biochar. Learn how Kontiki Bamboo integrates sustainability and circular economy principles across their operations, from nurseries and plantations to production facilities. Gain insights into their use of bamboo waste for biochar, generating carbon credits, and their efforts in raising bamboo awareness and education. Recorded during the #EuropeanBambooExpo 2024. WEB SUMMARY https://www.thinkbamboo.org/2024/06/05/dr-bamboos-thriving-vision-catalyzing-uganda-with-a-vibrant-ecosystem/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Manufacturing Different Bamboo Products 05:21 Sustainability and Circular Economy 06:58 Bamboo Biochar and Carbon Credits ❤️ SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL * Subscribe: https://youtube.com/@thinkbamboo The ThinkBamboo Podcast serves as a platform to inspire, educate, and share the use of bamboo with an ever-growing audience. The ThinkBamboo Podcasts are available on the Website, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcast if you like the content please do support by liking, commenting and subscribing. 👉 FOLLOW Website / Newsletter: https://www.thinkbamboo.org/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thinkbamboo Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinkbamboo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thinkbamboo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thinkbamboo/ X Twitter: https://twitter.com/thinkbamboo Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/thinkbamboo-podcast-the-ultimate-video-podcast-for/id1693210491/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ThinkBamboo/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/ThinkBamboo/

    15 min
  7. Beyond Carbon Fiber: The Interplanetary Use Case for High-Tech Bamboo Fiber Composites Ep.38

    29/05/2024

    Beyond Carbon Fiber: The Interplanetary Use Case for High-Tech Bamboo Fiber Composites Ep.38

    Tune into the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Ep.38, as JJ sits down with Edouard Sherwood from #CobraTex, a startup revolutionizing bamboo in composite materials. Expand your knowledge of bamboo fiber composites, specifically Bamboo Continuous Strip Fiber Composites. From sports equipment to airplane components, uncover the diverse range of products revolutionizing industry standards. Gain valuable insights from CobraTex, from intellectual property rights to collaborative ventures with leading industrial giants. WEB SUMMARY https://www.thinkbamboo.org/blog/ CHAPTERS [00:01] The Cobra Techs Startup Journey [03:01] Challenges in Industrializing Bamboo for Composites [09:03] Advantages of Bamboo Fiber Composites [15:07] Securing Intellectual Property and Exploring New Frontiers [24:09] Introduction to CobraTex and Composite Materials [25:02] Applications in Sports and Leisure [26:15] Collaborative Projects and the Importance of Investment [27:24] Collaboration with Major Industrial Companies [28:10] Pilot Projects and Market Penetration [29:10] Success Stories and Recognition [29:35] Bio-based Resin and Bamboo Composites [30:33] Interest from the Aeronautics and Automotive Industries [32:45] Challenges in the Automotive Industry [34:10] Regulations and the Push for Sustainability [35:12] The Industry's Response to Change [36:19] The Perception of Bamboo in Europe [37:07] Contacting CobraTex and Future Events VIDEOS TO WATCH NEXT 1.) 🦠 Microorganism Marvel: How Nature's Tiny Allies Enhance Bamboo Growth 🎋 https://youtu.be/4c6jNRTjoVI 2.) 🍁 Bamboo and Silica: The Dynamic Duo of Life Regeneration https://youtu.be/d-VGdQtETNs 3.) 🇨🇴 ekawa 5th Generation Co-Creative Bamboo Workshop in the Jungle https://youtu.be/AvRnEeeKZww ❤️ SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL * Subscribe: https://youtube.com/@thinkbamboo The ThinkBamboo Podcast serves as a platform to inspire, educate, and share the use of bamboo with an ever-growing audience. The ThinkBamboo Podcasts are available on the Website, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcast if you like the content please do support by liking, commenting and subscribing. 👉 FOLLOW Website / Newsletter: https://www.thinkbamboo.org/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thinkbamboo Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinkbamboo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thinkbamboo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thinkbamboo/ X Twitter: https://twitter.com/thinkbamboo Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/thinkbamboo-podcast-the-ultimate-video-podcast-for/id1693210491/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ThinkBamboo/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/ThinkBamboo/

    46 min
  8. Transforming Communities: The Revolutionary Impact of KuNa Bamboo Homes Ep.37

    23/05/2024

    Transforming Communities: The Revolutionary Impact of KuNa Bamboo Homes Ep.37

    Tune into the #ThinkBamboo Podcast, Ep.37, as JJ sits down with Nicholas Kaspareck, co-founder and CEO of Casa Congo, to discuss their mission to empower local communities through sustainable KuNa bamboo housing. Nicholas shares insights on their innovative bamboo adobe panel system, the development of local bamboo supply chains, funding strategies for sustainable development projects, and their plans to expand to Mexico and Mozambique. Recorded live at the 2024 #EuropeanBambooExpo in Germany, this episode showcases how Casa Congo is transforming lives and environments with #bamboo. WEB SUMMARY https://www.thinkbamboo.org/blog/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Mission of Casa Congo 02:15 Transforming Waste into Art, Agriculture, and Conservation 05:11 Democratizing Sustainable Construction with Bamboo 08:04 Bamboo Adobe Panel System for Simple and Fast Construction 12:18 Different Models of Bamboo Homes for All Income Classes 17:55 Bamboo species in Nicaragua 23:32 Funding Strategies for Sustainable Development Projects 27:10 Involving Families in the Construction Process 30:57 Local Bamboo Supply Chain for Internal Demand 35:58 Expanding Bamboo Housing Projects Internationally VIDEOS TO WATCH NEXT 1.) 🇪🇺 European Bamboo Expo 2023 in Germany https://youtu.be/gYr0e-NHekU?si=vBleZKGTLCwIfVWO 2.) 🍁 Bamboo and Silica: The Dynamic Duo of Life Regeneration https://youtu.be/d-VGdQtETNs 3.) 🇨🇴 ekawa 5th Generation Co-Creative Bamboo Workshop in the Jungle https://youtu.be/AvRnEeeKZww ❤️ SUPPORT THIS CHANNEL * Subscribe: https://youtube.com/@thinkbamboo The ThinkBamboo Podcast serves as a platform to inspire, educate, and share the use of bamboo with an ever-growing audience. The ThinkBamboo Podcasts are available on the Website, YouTube, Spotify, Google & Apple Podcast if you like the content please do support by liking, commenting and subscribing. 👉 FOLLOW Website / Newsletter: https://www.thinkbamboo.org/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thinkbamboo Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thinkbamboo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thinkbamboo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thinkbamboo/ X Twitter: https://twitter.com/thinkbamboo Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/thinkbamboo-podcast-the-ultimate-video-podcast-for/id1693210491/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ThinkBamboo/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/ThinkBamboo/

    36 min
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Welcome to ThinkBamboo, the ultimate video podcast for everything related to the bamboo universe. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the bamboo industry and the people and organizations driving its growth. Subscribe now to be the first to receive our latest episodes and stay up-to-date with all things bamboo. 1:1 interviews Our podcast features 1:1 remote video interviews with the movers and shakers within the industry, providing you with exclusive insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by successful companies. https://www.ThinkBamboo.org

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