Sustainability Episodes

In this episode, Derya Cunningham and Daniel Cunningham , co-founders of Indijio, share how they are pioneering a regenerative ecosystem that goes beyond sustainability to actively heal the planet through ethical commerce, transparent practices, and community empowerment. Through their innovative platform, they connect marketplace activity with land restoration, renewable energy, and education, making it simpler for consumers to make meaningful, restorative choices. Their inspiring vision demons...

Charmian Love, Chief International Advocacy Officer at Natura and Executive-In-Residence at the Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford, joins The Human Beauty Movement to explore the deep interconnection between humanity and nature. Char calls attention to the urgent need for regenerative business models and the power of community-driven change. She discusses how businesses like Natura are pioneering ways to honor people, planet, and profit—demonstrating that we are not separate from n...

Andrea Chase , Vice President of Corporate Responsibility & Social Impact at Arbonne and leading voice in sustainable business and the B Corp movement, joins the show to break down the evolving landscape of sustainability in beauty—from packaging innovations to ingredient sourcing and supply chain transparency. She explains how both consumer demand and new regulations are driving the industry toward more ethical, circular, and regenerative practices, while celebrating the positive changes alread...

Jo Chidley , the pioneering founder of Reposit and Beauty Kitchen, joins us for a lively discussion on the urgent need for sustainability in the beauty industry. She highlights the critical issues of waste in the beauty industry, the power of B Corp Certification, and the innovative concept of Cradle to Cradle design, which mirrors nature’s zero waste system. This podcast episode is sponsored by*: Humanist Beauty - Beauty for your skin & soul, Humanist Beauty is clean, conscious, and cruelty-fre...

This episode dives into the threads of sustainable and ethical fashion with Lisa Kwong, Founder of SownSmith, a woman who's not just stitching fabric but mending the fabric of society one garment at a time. Listen to this episode to hear: - Lisa's journey that led her to fight the good fight against human trafficking with SownSmith. - The intimate connection between fast fashion, human exploitation, and environmental degradation. - How choosing secondhand and ethical brands like SownSmith can ma...

Cheekbone Beauty founder Jenn Harpe r shares her inspirational journey from grappling with generational trauma to creating a beauty brand infused with indigenous culture and sustainability. Jenn's powerful story unfolds, revealing how Cheekbone Beauty is not just about makeup, but a platform for representation, generational healing, and fostering a connection with the earth through eco-conscious practices. Key topics include heeding your dreams, transformation through empowerment, conscious capi...

Lisa Ruoff , dubbed The Galavanting Goddess, shares profound life lessons from her global travels, emphasizing the importance of embracing individuality, respecting nature, and living purposely outside of societal norms. Through her adventures from sailing to starting a restaurant in the Alaskan wilderness, Lisa discusses the empowerment found in solitary travel and the symbiosis between human intuition and the earth's natural rhythms. Host Jennifer Norman and Lisa explore the transformative pow...

Carolyn Pistone believes in turning challenges into opportunities for creative collaboration and environmental sustainability. Through her company's innovative practices like the equitable bonus structure and impactful community projects, Carolyn champions a business ethos that respects both people and the planet, underscoring the power of collective effort and the importance of prioritizing values over profit. Our host, Jennifer Norman, illustrates how Carolyn's dedication to holistic well-bein...

Live events can be some of the most wasteful experiences. Amanda Simons is working to change all that. She shares how she helps sports arenas, concert venues, trade shows, hospitality, and festivals mind their greenhouse gas emissions, carbon footprints, and waste. Amanda's Links: Website: https://www.hcsustainability.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/honeycomb-strategies/ Twitter: / X: https://twitter.com/HoneycombStrat1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honeycombstrategies You...

Meet Tim Brown ! Tim is the CEO of Tradewater, a mission-driven company that works to reduce the world’s carbon footprint. Tradewater finds and destroys the most potent greenhouse and ozone-depleting gases (like refrigerants, halons, and methane) before they are released into the atmosphere. The company is a Certified B Corp dedicated to preventing at least 22 million tons of CO2 equivalent from being released into the atmosphere by 2027. In this episode, we talk about Tim's environmental work, ...

Meet Greg Hemmings ! Greg is the founder and executive producer of Hemmings House Pictures, an award-winning production company that uses film to create social change. Greg’s mission is to improve the world one story at a time. In this episode, we talk about Greg's early days, the incident that galvanized his professional values, why his company became a Certified B Corporation, and the types of media he produces. Enjoy the listen! Greg's Links: Hemmings House Website Hemmings Films Website Link...