ECO CHIC

The eco-conscious lifestyle podcast. Each week, Laura Diez is diving into sustainability and practical climate science. This podcast explores fashion, environmental justice, food, conscious consumerism... just about everything in our lives is tied to the environment. Guests include female founders, clean beauty experts, climate scientists, political experts, and many more. Laura is a sustainability professional with her M.S. in Climate Science and Solutions, who happens to also love speaking to other women about environmentally conscious brands, social activism, and balanced, plant-based living. This show aims to feel like hanging out with your cool, smart girlfriends: educational, approachable, and encouraging you to do what works for you. Sustainability is a good look. Email at: laura@lauraediez.com and follow on Instagram @ecochicpodcast

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16: How To GIVE A SHIT, Ashlee Piper

Today we are chatting with Ashlee Piper, author of GIVE A SH*T: Do Good. Live Better. Save the Planet. Ashlee is a political strategist turned vegan and eco-lifestyle advocate and TV personality. We’re getting into how she started living more eco-consciously, the practicalities of this lifestyle, the deal with ethical veganism… so much good stuff. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez) , my site ( lauraediez.com ) or email me (laura@lauraediez.com). We can also be Facebook fr...

Jul 10, 2018•35 min

15: Eco-Spirituality, Permaculture, Positivity: Carly Bergman

So excited to share today’s episode with Carly Bergman! Carly and I are talking about what eco-spirituality means, the rationale behind permaculture, and finding positivity in people when discussing sustainability. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez) , my site ( lauraediez.com ) or email me (laura@lauraediez.com). We can also be Facebook friends! * Find Carly on Instagram here + The Sustainable Duo here * For Carly and Brendon’s ebook, zero waste survival kit, speaking dat...

Jul 03, 2018•33 min

14: Travel, Personal Growth in Sustainability: Manuela Baron, The Girl Gone Green

Today we are having a conversation with Manuela Baron, better known online as The Girl Gone Green! She has just returned from a six month journey throughout Asia, learning about sustainability and wellness. She shares some lessons she’s taking with her, and how we can all stay practical in our environmental mindset when traveling. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez) , my site ( lauraediez.com ) or email me (laura@lauraediez.com). We can also be Facebook friends! * Check ou...

Jun 26, 2018•23 min

13: Sustainable + Intentional Business: Sharon Rowe, Eco-Bags Products

Today we are talking with Sharon Rowe, founder + CEO of Eco Bags! Eco Bags is the original reusable bag in the U.S. We’re discussing profitability in sustainability: laser-focused business plans, identifying a niche, and sticking to your values. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez) , my site ( lauraediez.com ) or email me (laura@lauraediez.com). We can also be Facebook friends! * Check out The Magic of Tiny Business on Amazon * Shop Eco Bags’ official site here + Amazon: st...

Jun 19, 2018•16 min

12: Green At Home

On this episode of ECO CHIC we are talking about reducing our energy + water consumption at home! We will be going through each room and discussing how to make some implement more eco-friendly habits and products. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez) , my site ( lauraediez.com ) or email me (laura@lauraediez.com). We can also be Facebook friends! * Here are some more tips for homeowners to make some eco-friendly upgrades * Here is a recipe for DIY toothpaste – there are als...

Jun 12, 2018•15 min

11: The Birds + The Bees

One of my favorite topics when it comes to climate change: the impacts on animal and plant communities! Here we are discussing how birds and bees are responding to changes in precipitation, habitat shifts, and more. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez) , my site ( lauraediez.com ) or email me (laura@lauraediez.com). We can also be Facebook friends! Resources * The two research groups on bees I mentioned are this post-doc out of Florida State and this lab out of NC State * L...

Jun 05, 2018•13 min

10: Fast Fashion

Today we are starting to tackle one of the biggest topics when it comes to being ECO CHIC – fast fashion! The conversation starts today with denim and leather. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez) , my site ( lauraediez.com ) or email me (laura@lauraediez.com). We can also be Facebook friends! Information + Inspiration: * The two sustainable denim brands I mentioned were Everlane + Reformation * I referenced the documentary True Cost to learn about the environmental and eth...

May 29, 2018•13 min

9: The Compost Convo

Let’s talk compost! This week, we’re getting in to why composting matters + how easy peasy it is to offset your environmental footprint. If you want to chat more, DM me on instagram (@lauraediez) , my site ( lauraediez.com ) or email me (laura@lauraediez.com). We can also be Facebook friends! References * Here is any easy walk-through of setting up a home composting system * I like this article in Scientific American + this page from the EPA, both discussing methane emissions from landfills * Th...

May 22, 2018•12 min

8: The Deal With Microplastics

Let’s talk about microplastics! What are they? Why are they harmful? What can we do about them? As always I’d love to chat about science/sustainability/anything under the sun; send me an Instagram DM (@lauraediez, easiest for me!) or an email via my contact page! References: * This is a great PDF handout by NOAA on micro plastics * Here is more info on the Microbead Free Waters Act * Here is a galley of product lists containing micro plastics, broken down by country and then severity of the micr...

May 15, 2018•10 min

7: Travel Smarter

Travel season is upon us! Let’s talk about making our vacation choices a little more sustainable – how we’re getting there, what we’re supporting, and how we are planning to maintain our eco-friendly habits outside of our homes. If you want to chat about science/sustainability/anything under the sun, send me an Instagram DM (@lauraediez, easiest for me!) or an email via my contact page! Information + Inspiration: * Read about the impact of air travel here and this page gets more in-depth about c...

May 08, 2018•11 min

6: All About Energy

We are breaking down all the basics – renewable energy sources, non-renewable energy, the grid, and what we’re looking forward to when it comes to how we get our electricity. If you want to chat about science/sustainability/topic suggestions, send me an Instagram DM (easiest for me) or an email via my contact page! References: * Non-renewables: Here is some thorough information on coal, and here is a good breakdown of natural gas * Renewables: This site goes into solar, this is about wind, and t...

May 01, 2018•15 min

5: Conscious Coffee

Breaking down all the ways you can rethink how sustainable your coffee habits are. We’re getting into the labels on coffee beans, the ethical points, and the financial pros to sustainable habits. If you want to chat about science/sustainability/topic suggestions, send me an Instagram DM (easiest for me) or an email via my contact page! Resources: * Agriculture: This article breaks down the pros behind organic coffee + this article talks about shade-grown coffee. * Social Equity: This page is a g...

Apr 24, 2018•11 min

4: Party Responsibly

Party Tips for the eco-concious! Whether you’re hosting, attending, or just passing by, there is always a way to make your events a little more sustainable. If you have any questions/suggestions/etc, shoot me an Instagram DM or an email via my contact page! Resources: * Check out these photos + this site for some creative jello shot presentation. * Here is an article on biodegradable, edible beer can rings. * SAY NO TO SOLO CUPS. Look online if your city recycles #6 plastic (unlikely, but Ann Ar...

Apr 17, 2018•12 min

3: What’s The Beef?

Everything you ever (and never) wanted to know about animal agriculture. We're discussing animal products and their impacts on the environment, your physical and mental health, and how you can slowly begin to improve your impact. For more info, check out: http://lauraediez.com/2018/04/10/my-first-podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 10, 2018•11 min

2: Talkin’ Trash

All the basics surrounding the environmental impacts of municipal solid waste, the Zero Waste movement, and how to begin reducing your impacts. For resources + more, check out: http://lauraediez.com/2018/04/10/my-first-podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 10, 2018•12 min

1: Introduction to Climate Change

All the basics of Climate Change education. For resources + more info, check out: http://lauraediez.com/2018/04/10/my-first-podcasts/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 10, 2018•9 min

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