Welcome to Ep. 7 of Earth Care Mini! This episode is about thinking outside the box, remaining open to learning and, honestly, just another excuse to talk about Halloween - specifically pumpkins! Did you know you can eat the entire pumpkin? During this episode, I share a variety of ways we can prevent pumpkins from going to waste this Halloween season. Some of that includes food and beauty care recipes, plus alternative ideas if cooking isn't for you! This mini-episode is meant to leave you curi...
Oct 19, 2022•9 min
Welcome to Ep. 6 of Earth Care Mini! This episode is about finding your lane, staring small and understanding that you never know who or what your actions might influence. During this episode, I share a variety of environmentally-friendly habits to commit to as an individual. I also dive into why individual action matters. This mini-episode is meant to leave you feeling excited to choose one climate action to try as an individual and join the community of people working towards a more sustainabl...
Oct 12, 2022•14 min
Welcome to Ep. 5 of Earth Care Mini! This episode is about asking an obnoxious amount of questions, challenging the system and taking time to understand the options available that best suit our values. During this episode, I share my personal experience of divesting my investments from the oil and gas industry and the greenwashing I encountered along the way. This mini-episode is meant to leave you feeling empowered to challenge systems that don't align with your morals. We are in control of who...
Oct 05, 2022•13 min
Welcome to Ep. 4 of Earth Care Mini! This episode is about habit breaking, welcoming the inconvenience, tapping into your minimalistic side and resisting the urge to do what feels normal. During this episode, I share practices that have helped me challenge the itch to impulse shop. There's also a challenge to you, the listener, to find alternative ways to experience joy other than retail therapy. I'd be lying if I said it wasn't another excuse to talk about Halloween and all things Fall! Don't f...
Sep 28, 2022•13 min
Welcome to Ep. 3 of Earth Care Mini! This episode is about being an imperfect environmentalist and ensuring you leave room to learn, forgive, listen and understand through your eco-friendly journey. It's about giving yourself and the people around you the benefit of the doubt and taking a step back to realize that not everything is so black and white. Most importantly, it's about understanding that there's room for everyone when it comes to saving our planet. During this episode, I share persona...
Sep 21, 2022•12 min
Welcome to Ep. 2 of Earth Care Mini! This episode is about positive conversations, a willingness to learn, be vulnerable, adapt and an openness to getting uncomfortable for the sake of our planet. During this episode, I chat about what I've learned from making climate change a casual topic of conversation and the positive ripple effect it can have. This mini-episode is meant to leave you feeling empowered to talk about climate change and understand available solutions to eco-anxiety. Don't forge...
Sep 14, 2022•9 min
Welcome to Ep. 1 of Earth Care Mini! This episode touches on greenwashing, not believing everything we see, holding big companies accountable and serves as a reminder to be confident and ask for what you want. During this episode, I share two personal stories when stepping up and asking for clarity had an environmentally friendly outcome. Greenwashing is everywhere! This episode is meant to encourage us to stay curious for the benefit of our planet. Don't forget to hit FOLLOW or Subscribe to the...
Sep 07, 2022•12 min
Welcome to Earth Care Mini, a special edition series made up of lessons I've learned, unlearned and am still learning with respect to the environment. Since we all need to be on board with climate action and the climate crisis is happening as we speak, I wanted to share these stories with the hope that some of them will resonate with you as well. The episodes are mini, but the lessons won't be! The first Earth Care Mini will be out on September 7th . Don't forget to hit FOLLOW or Subscribe to th...
Aug 31, 2022•4 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Mark Brand is a chef for a cause, activist, advocate for people and planet, entrepreneur, and now the host of "BETTER" with Mark Brand. Through his 11 businesses, Mark has addressed and developed solutions to poverty and food insecurity while keeping the environment in mind. He's also a public speaker and educator who shares messages of breaking bias and building communities. Through his show BETTER, Mark interviews empowering guests who share their stories with the intent of helping us build a ...
Jun 08, 2022•17 min•Season 3Ep. 14
Sustainability Expert Jhánneu is a public speaker and content creator specializing in low-waste living. After taking an interest in minimalism, Jhánneu transitioned her own lifestyle to one that embraces sustainability. She now shares videos, blogs and more that provide advice on how we can incorporate sustainable practices into our day-to-day. Jhánneu joins Earth Care to speak to how to spot greenwashing vs. true sustainability when shopping for makeup. Plus, she shares upcycling tips that'll h...
Jun 01, 2022•12 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Welcome to another bonus episode of Earth Care! In this episode, we chat with Eric Howk, the lead guitarist in Portugal. The Man! In the music video for Feel It Still, which has surpassed 1 billion streams, the band included several Easter eggs that pointed fans to causes they care about. These included causes helping with human rights, access to clean water, social justice, racial justice and environmental justice. Being from Alaska, they also have a unique perspective on climate change because...
May 25, 2022•4 min
Jack, The Kid Conservationist, is an 11-year-old animal rights activist, public speaker and published author! After learning that the demand for palm oil was endangering the home of Jack’s favourite animal, the orangutan, Jack took action. He now shares fun and educational videos that teach us about the rainforest, orangutan population, species conservation and more! Through his activism, he has helped raise $6000 for orangutan rehabilitation. With every purchase of his book “Kawan the Orangutan...
May 18, 2022•12 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Kim Parker is the President and CEO of Food Security Structures Canada, which provides systems to grow fresh and nutritious food year-round in all climates. Food Security Structures Canada currently has structures available for individual families, business owners, or whole communities. Their Agrocapsule grow wall structure is energy efficient, water efficient and easily built. Kim joins Earth Care to speak about the environmental benefits of their take on indoor farming and how it can help aid ...
May 11, 2022•15 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Arlene Slocombe is the Executive Director of the Wellington Water Watchers, soon to be the Water Watchers. The organization was founded in 2007 and is based out of Wellington County, Ontario. Their work is dedicated to protecting, restoring and conserving drinking water in the province. They also guide grassroots movements in their mission to preserve safe water. Arlene has been with the Wellington Water Watchers since its founding. She joins Earth Care to talk about the various threats to our s...
May 04, 2022•18 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Dr. Hind A. Al-Abadleh is a University Research Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Wilfred Laurier University. She's also an award-winning researcher! Dr. Hind Al-Abadleh's most recent recognition was the inaugural Gilead Award for Excellence in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion from the Canadian Society for Chemistry . Her research looks at the unanswered questions around air quality, atmospheric chemistry and geochemistry. Her work teaches us the chemistry found in atm...
Apr 27, 2022•14 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Happy Earth Day! In this bonus episode of Earth Care, we're combining the world of music with the world of gardening! Alyssa Reid is an incredibly talented artist, singer and songwriter. She's released hits such as Alone Again, Satisfaction Guaranteed and Dangerous. In 2022, Alyssa surpassed over 500 million streams on all of the music she's sprinkled her magic on. In between being an artist, Alyssa Reid got into gardening. She's helping us celebrate Earth Day by sharing some advice for a beginn...
Apr 22, 2022•6 min
Jacquie Hutchings is the co-founder of the reusable takeout container program, Friendlier. Chemical Engineers Jacquie and Kayli wanted to contribute to mitigating climate risk. The two friends launched Friendlier and are helping restaurants around South Western Ontario reduce their packaging waste through their reusable takeout operation. Jacquie joins Earth Care to share how a reusable takeout container program works, and the amount of trash generated from food packaging. Plus, she explains how...
Apr 20, 2022•14 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Lighter Foodprint is an organization working with the food-service industry to create transparency around the carbon footprint of our meals through carbon labelling. Nika Moeini of Lighter Foodprint joins Earth Care to explain how the emissions for a carbon label are calculated and how the food industry contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Plus, Nika talks more about the work being done by Lighter Foodprint! SUBSCRIBE for the latest: https://bit.ly/3dCVyDi SUBSCRIBE to the Earth Care Podcast...
Apr 13, 2022•12 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Melanie Baird is the owner and Creative Director of All Wrapped Up Events. After recognizing the amount of waste generated by the event industry, Mel transformed her business to provide eco-friendly alternatives. All Wrapped Up Events has customers thinking outside of the box through upcycled and reusable decor, plus offers supplies that you can rent and return. Mel joins Earth Care to talk about how All Wrapped Up Events reduces waste in the event industry and offers advice on reducing waste th...
Apr 06, 2022•12 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Music Declares Emergency is a global collaboration of music industry professionals responding to our climate emergency. In 2021, the volunteer-run organization launched a Canadian chapter with the help of Kim Fry, who is no stranger to the climate justice movement. Kim Fry has previously worked for Greenpeace and organized groups for climate justice rallies. Kim joins Earth Care to talk about Music Declares Emergency's work to build a greener future, the role artists play in the fight against cl...
Mar 30, 2022•16 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Dr. Peter D. Neff is a Glaciologist, Earth Scientist and an Assistant Research Professor at the University of Minnesota. He has also spent time in Antarctica researching climate dynamics through ice core samples. His social media, @icy_pete, has become a popular spot on both Instagram and TikTok for learning what ice core samples tell us about climate change. Dr. Peter D. Neff joins Earth Care to explain how glacial ice stores evidence of climate change, the major role Antarctic ice plays in und...
Mar 23, 2022•18 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Emma Christie is an elementary school teacher and a member of her school’s Eco-Club! Previously, Mme. Christie joined Earth Care for “Classroom Climate Save” initiatives. Mme. Christie is back to chat about the importance of talking to kids about climate change and advice for adults on navigating those conversations. SUBSCRIBE for the latest: https://bit.ly/3dCVyDi SUBSCRIBE to the Earth Care Podcast: https://ihr.fm/3HqT73z Visit Eco-Schools Canada: https://bit.ly/3pDQqW4 Follow Emma Christie on...
Mar 16, 2022•13 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Anna Gordon is the Engagement Coordinator for the climate action charity ‘Project Neutral.’ In 2021, they launched 'Talk Climate To Me,' which is a fun and free online learning experience for women in Canada who want to begin learning, or expand their knowledge about climate change. Anna joins Earth Care to chat about the importance of talking about climate change and why the focus on women. SUBSCRIBE for the latest: https://bit.ly/3dCVyDi SUBSCRIBE to the Earth Care Podcast: https://ihr.fm/3HqT...
Mar 09, 2022•10 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Christine Lan is an actress, environmentalist, content creator and the founder of her own makeup line, Eco-Amical! Eco-Amical is an environmentally conscious cosmetics line that promotes reducing waste. Christine joins Earth Care to talk more about Eco-Amical, some of her own go-to’s in her DIY low-waste makeup routine, and household ingredients that can be used for makeup. SUBSCRIBE for the latest: https://bit.ly/3dCVyDi SUBSCRIBE to the Earth Care Podcast: https://ihr.fm/3HqT73z Visit Eco-Amic...
Mar 02, 2022•14 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Welcome to Earth Care! Season 3 kicks off on March 2nd and features interviews with Climate Scientists, Teachers, Activists, Entrepreneurs, Non-Profit Organizers and more. If you have a topic you'd like us to explore, send me a message on Instagram (@earthcareshow). Talk to you soon! SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3dCVyDi Follow Earth Care on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3sSQK32 Follow Sarah Christie on Instagram: https://bit.ly/39K9z0K...
Feb 26, 2022•1 min
Susan Macfarlane is a Registered Dietitian who specializes in both plant-based eating and ED recovery. Susan has been following a vegan diet since 2008, and advocates for plant-based options not only for animal and environmental justice, but for the health benefits as well. Many climate scientists are urging us to consider plant-based options as a way of lowering our carbon footprint. To make things a bit easier, Susan Macfarlane joins Earth Care to offer a beginner’s guide to eating plant-based...
Feb 07, 2022•10 min•Season 2Ep. 10
All Things Sustainable is an online marketplace for planet-friendly vendors. With the marketplace, co-Founders Aastha Sahni and Rishabh Gupta are on a mission to “Accelerate the adoption of sustainable products & services" Each vendor on their website must align with at least 4 of their 14 impact areas, and commit to adding one more every two years. As a customer, we can visit their marketplace and know that any purchase we make from their website was made with the environment in mind. SUBSC...
Feb 07, 2022•13 min•Season 2Ep. 9
REVERB is a nonprofit organization that is driving social and environmental change while creating a greener live music industry! Paige Roth, Manager of Volunteer & Community Programs at REVERB, joins Earth Care to talk about the work they do with artists to “green” their tours, what volunteering with REVERB looks like and how we can be a more eco-friendly audience! SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3dCVyDi Visit REVERB: https://bit.ly/3ohfKRY Follow REVERB on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3zK...
Feb 07, 2022•12 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Sirish Subash is a 10 year old published author. Sirish wrote the Carbon Block Puzzle, a non-fiction book that educates readers about climate change while encouraging positive change. Sirish joins Earth Care to talk more about the book and shares advice for kids his age on how they can do their part to protect our planet! SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3dCVyDi Visit Sirish Subash’s website: https://bit.ly/2XddHTo Follow the Carbon Block Puzzle on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3tI2nLl Follow Ear...
Feb 07, 2022•7 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Sophi Robertson is the Customer Engagement Lead at the Spent Goods Company, a company that creates food that reduces climate change! Spent Goods represents a circular economy by turning beer waste into bread. Check out the interview to learn more about what a circular economy is, the concept of upcycling food and how beer waste can become a dinnertime staple. SUBSCRIBE on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3dCVyDi Visit The Spent Goods Company: https://bit.ly/2WTyN9w Follow @spentgoods on Instagram: https:...
Feb 07, 2022•8 min•Season 2Ep. 6
