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A podcast raising awareness through conversation, information, and mindfulness regarding some of the most important environmental issues of our time. The goal of Outdoor Minimalist is to give outdoor enthusiasts and outdoor companies tools they can use to change their behavior when engaging in outdoor recreation to lower their overall environmental impact.
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138. Zero Waste, Zero Judgement with Stephanie Hart
Let’s be real: zero waste is super hard to achieve.
I myself will likely never be truly zero waste, but much like minimalism, I see zero waste as more of a journey than an endpoint.
Several years ago, I came across a Facebook group called “Zero Waste, Zero Judgement."
The name itself drew me in, and I decided to join. While I am no longer on Facebook, or at least I’m not at the time of this recording, for a long time, this group was a place where I could ask questions and get honest, kind answers from like-minded individuals all over the world who were looking to help encourage one another to minimize our impact.
So, in episode 138 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I am super excited to introduce Stephanie Hart, the current moderator of the group and the person who helped it grow to what it is today.
Stephanie drives 65,000 all-electric miles annually to bring truly sustainable, locally made, closed-loop products to Zero Waste and Refill shops up and down the West Coast. She is also building tools for eco-centered small businesses to thrive and reach thousands more customers daily.
She has a knack for looking at an issue from multiple angles so one solution does not exacerbate other areas of sustainability, and she shares her insights and fosters community in the ever-growing Facebook group Zero Waste, Zero Judgement.
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Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1814853925469112/
Stephanie Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-hart-04172437
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[In the News] Tick-borne Illnesses, Recycled Plastic Toxicity, Climate Change Countdown, and More
If you’re suffering from “news fatigue” and, like me, have a healthy distrust of mainstream media, then you’re in the right place.
We are trying a new segment here on the Outdoor Minimalist channel to bring you new and sometimes not-so-noteworthy news stories.
But don’t worry, I’ll do my best to not only include doom and gloom but share some uplifting stories as well. I’m not sure if of the cadence of these news updates quite yet, so let me know in the comments if you like this format, want to see more of it, or if you have any recent news you think we should share on this channel.
We will also be sharing these updates on our podcast platforms as well. That way, you can listen to them on the go.
So, here’s the most recent outdoor industry and sustainability scoop:
1. Tick-borne Illnesses on the Rise in the US
NPR: https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2024/06/10/nx-s1-4992276/once-called-nantucket-fever-this-nasty-tick-borne-illness-is-on-the-rise
John Hopkins: https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2023/lyme-disease-isnt-the-only-tickborne-disease-to-watch
Tick Tracker: https://www.hopkinslymetracker.org/explorer/
Climate Change and Ticks: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6587693/
2. Recycled Plastics are More Toxic than Virgin Plastics
Tabor Place TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taborplace/video/7377483502306004267
Tabor Place Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taborplace/
Greenpeace Report: https://www.greenpeace.org/usa/reports/forever-toxic/
The Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/may/24/recycled-plastic-more-toxic-no-fix-pollution-greenpeace-warns
3. UN Climate Chief Announced in April that We Have 2 Years to Save the World
Reuters: https://www.reuters.com/world/un-climate-chief-says-two-years-save-planet-2024-04-10/
UN Announcement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJr8NZ7F0MQ
4. Houdini Sportswear Released their Updated Impact Standards
Houdini Sportswear Planetary Boundaries Assessment: https://houdinisportswear.com/en-us/sustainability/planetary-boundaries-assessment
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137. Travel is Not Sustainable with Breanne and Dave Kiefner
If you listen to this podcast, I assume you love outdoor adventure and travel. Although we may love to visit new places and schedule new adventures each year, it’s no secret that traveling is not sustainable.
So, in episode 137 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we answer the question: if travel isn’t sustainable, should we stop doing it?
To help us answer this question and how we can maximize the positive impacts of travel, we hear from Breanne and Dave Kiefner, two travel experts and the founders of Root Adventures.
Utilizing her decades of experience in the adventure travel and hospitality businesses, Breanne sought to create something fundamentally different. The company has continued evolving in line with Breanne’s mental health journey. The COVID travel pause allowed her to redefine the company with all that she learned along her journey. Her history of PTSD, Dyslexia, and Depression continues to define her vision and leadership style as company CEO as she infuses vulnerability through all aspects of the company. Now, with over two decades of experience in the industry, she is confident that this work is precisely what has been missing from adventure travel.
As an adventurer at heart, Dave has a deep understanding of the transformative nature of travel. Applying his expertise in business operations and continuous improvement to manage the backend of Root, he also guides our sustainability practices. His enthusiasm for others to experience transformative travel is palpable.
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136. How Sustainable (and Ethical) is Down? with Daniel Uretesky
In episode 136 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we are tackling the highly requested topic of Down insulation.
If you remember, back in episode 101 we spoke with Mike Somberby from Duckworth about how ethical and sustainable wool production actually is. Well, today, we take a similar approach to learn about down insulation.
And to all of our vegan listeners: be ready for what you learn, because it just might surprise you.
To help me uncover the ethics and sustainability of down insulation production and use, I sat down to chat with Daniel Uretsky.
After earning his law degree from Georgetown and working four years as a litigator, Daniel returned to join the family business in 2010 as General Counsel. In his years at ALLIED, Daniel’s business-savvy and socially conscious leadership has helped ALLIED expand its already prestigious partner base, which now reads as a veritable who’s who in the outdoor and home fashion industries.
And now as President, he has piloted a wide range of environmental impact efforts and advocated for animal welfare initiatives in-house and across the industry – even spearheading what has become the industry’s largest animal welfare standards like the Responsible Down Standard (RDS) and Traceable Down Standard (TDS).
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Website: https://alliedfeather.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alliedfeatheranddown/
Responsible Down Standard: https://textileexchange.org/responsible-down-standard/
Track My Down: https://www.trackmydown.com/
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135. Glass vs. Aluminum Packaging: Which is More Sustainable? with Jake Bilbro
In episode 135 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, packaging design takes center stage.
Packaging is often at the top of many consumers' minds regarding waste, and we've discussed what goes into changing packaging, the issues with plastics and compostables, and how companies can reduce their packaging altogether.
But today, we're critically examining one type of packaging often hailed as an eco-hero: glass.
More specifically, we compare the sustainability and functionality of glass versus aluminum packaging within the world of wine.
To help break down the differences, Jake Bilbro joins me.
With winemaking in his blood and the outdoors in his heart, Jake created Revelshine with the hope of bringing wine beyond the boundaries of the traditional table in a sustainable manner, celebrating the beauty of the world and the people around us.
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Revelshine Wines
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Episode Resources
Protect Our Winters: https://protectourwinters.org/
The Hypocrite Film: https://protectourwinters.org/the-hypocrite-film/
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134. Impact Investing: Align Investments with Your Values with Laura Lynch
In episode 134, we explore a new topic on the show: impact investing. In one of the very first episodes of this podcast, we discussed how living sustainably can actually save you money, but what are you actually doing with the money you save?
Investing can be a big undertaking and is a topic that many people often avoid (me included). But aligning investments with my values instead of investing in companies that actively contribute to environmental degradation made this topic a bit more on brand.
Since I am far from an expert in this arena, I had the pleasure of hosting Laura Lynch.
Laura is the founder of The Tiny House Adviser, a financial planner, podcast host, and tiny house enthusiast. With her personal experience and passion for tiny living, Laura is dedicated to helping others find financial freedom and happiness through alternative lifestyles.
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The Tiny House Adviser
Website: https://www.https://www.thetinyhouseadviser.com/
Less House, More Moola Podcast: https://www.thetinyhouseadviser.com/less-house-more-moola/podcast
Uncover your Unconventional Values Quiz: https://www.thetinyhouseadviser.com/quiz
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