Break Some Dishes SURROUND Podcast Network

Davies Office was founded in 1948 as a small, family-owned business. Since then, Davies Office has grown to become a nationally recognized leader in green remanufacturing and sustainable office solutions. Host Jon and Verda chat with Bill Davies and Doug Pilgrim about sustainability, and the possibilities that come with upcycling!

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This episode was produced by Rob Schulte.
Break Some Dishes is presented by Davies Office.

Armed with a home-made suction device, David Rivers clears about 250 garbage bags worth of trash from the bayou and its tributaries each week. If you think one person can't make a difference, think again—you'll be as smitten with David as we are!

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This episode was produced by Rob Schulte.
Break Some Dishes is presented by Davies Office.

Cara Buckley and her team at the New York Times have decided to focus on the optimistic side of climate change. They’ve found people acting out on their own to create individual, yet replicable acts that have saved their own unique communities and ecosystems. Verda and Jon have been inspired by this message, and in this episode get the opportunity to talk with Cara about this work and how it can save our planet.

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This episode was produced by Rob Schulte.
Break Some Dishes is presented by Davies Office.

Karry King and Martin Schneider found themselves compelled to help their town of La Salle, Illinois after a toxic disaster and chemical fire at the Carus Chemical Plant.

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This episode was produced by Rob Schulte.
Break Some Dishes is presented by Davies Office.

In this new episode, co-host Verda Alexander sits down with special guest Lisa Tucker, Head of the Department of Apparel, Housing, and Resource Management at Virginia Tech.
Lisa shares her journey from a background in historic preservation to integrating sustainability into interior design education. She discusses her research on the impact of biophilic design in educational spaces and emphasizes the importance of nurturing curiosity and confidence in young designers.

Join us as we explore the role of academia in shaping the next generation of environmentally conscious designers, and challenge conventional design norms to embrace a more sustainable and responsible approach! 🌿

Break Some Dishes is an Imagine a Place Production.

In this episode of Break Some Dishes, Jon Strassner sits down for a one-on-one conversation with Linda Sorrento from mindful MATERIALS.
They share their history of collaboration and how Linda inspired Jon to pursue a career in sustainability. Linda talks about her family's legacy of purpose and her journey into the design field with a focus on research and sustainability.

The episode highlights the importance of curiosity, exploration, and commitment for young designers looking to make a positive impact on the environment and human well-being. It encourages designers to take the next step in the field of sustainable design, leveraging the knowledge available today and emphasizing the power of collective action and support.

The podcast provides an insightful discussion on the journey of sustainable design through personal inspiration, professional development, and the ongoing need for progress in creating healthier and more sustainable spaces for people.

Break Some Dishes is an Imagine a Place Production.