If you're someone who's found yourself overwhelmed while looking at product labeling, this bite-sized episode is for you. I'll go over a few terms that are commonly associated with being "eco-friendly"... but not everything is always as it seems.
Mar 02, 2024•9 min
An ENTIRE year of GoE??? Wow! This marks a huge milestone for me so, in this episode, I take some time to reflect on what I've learned from Guilt of Existence so far.
Jan 16, 2024•7 min
A new year is almost upon us! That makes it the perfect time to join GoE in Self Care to Save the Earth! SCSE is more than just bubble baths & fairy smut; it's about prioritizing certain lifestyle changes to help you help the environment.
Dec 27, 2023•9 min•Season 1Ep. 13
If you're feeling conflicted about what to buy folks for the holidays, let this episode guide you towards some awesome gift ideas that are functional & eco-friendly... but not in a "reusable straw & beeswax wrap" kind of way. This episode also offers some alternative traditions for anyone who is tired of the consumerism that surrounds the holidays & are looking for new ways to get a lil' holly jolly without the spendy-spendy. Pick Up Limes: https://www.pickuplimes.com/...
Nov 30, 2023•17 min
This episode goes over 5 traits that will help you become a PERFECT environmentalist... in my opinion.
Oct 31, 2023•9 min
Don't get BAMBOOZLED! This episode takes a brief look at the good, the bad, & the ugly when it comes to timber harvesting.
Oct 03, 2023•7 min
If you could wake up to any natural view, what would it be? A lot of people might say they’d love waking up to the sound of waves on waterfront property (so soothing, I get it), BUT BUYER BEWARE; as beautiful as waterfront property may be, it comes with a lot more issues than one may initially realize. References: FEMA Flood Maps - https://msc.fema.gov/portal/home FEMA Flood Insurance - https://www.fema.gov/flood-insurance PA Flood Risk Tool - I referenced this tool by the incorrect name during ...
Aug 29, 2023•16 min
This episode dives into how I’ve been dealing with environmental guilt while grieving the loss of my sweet dog, Cricket (spoiler: it hasn’t been great). After reflecting the past few weeks, I also share a few things I wish I would have done to help myself navigate the grieving process.
Jul 18, 2023•16 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Honey Bees are the IMPOSTER??? This episode brings up the ugly side of honey bees, sheds some light on our native bees, & gives some ideas to help our native pollinators. Sources: NWF, The Truth About Honey Bees - https://www.nwf.org/Home/Magazines/National-Wildlife/2021/June-July/Gardening/Honey-Bees USGS, How many species of native bees are in the United States - https://www.usgs.gov/faqs/how-many-species-native-bees-are-united-states USDA/USFS, American Bumble Bee - https://www.fs.usda.go...
May 17, 2023•10 min•Season 1Ep. 7
For those of us who care about animals, maybe a little more than others, seeing roadkill is always gonna be something that bothers us. The goal of this episode is to give you a few tips to help you find some peace during those upsetting moments.
Apr 07, 2023•10 min•Ep. 6
Many of us want to be better for the planet but don't know where to start; I know, it can get overwhelming. The good news is, you don't have to do it all! You just need to get started, even if that means starting small. This episode highlights some easy actions & useful items that you can do & use to be better for the natural world.
Feb 28, 2023•15 min
We've all heard it before; material things won't make us happy. Unfortunately though, for most of us, that isn't always enough to keep us from making random, unnecessary purchases. Many of us know that these items will eventually end up in a landfill, or worse, waterways, wetlands, & other ecosystems, but it can be an extremely difficult habit to break. Sometimes, one purchase can spiral us into what I call a "retail relapse", which is why, in this episode, I'll give you a few tips to help c...
Feb 04, 2023•7 min
It's critical that we stay positive when it comes to our environmental efforts, but let's be real; constant positivity is not realistic for most of us, especially considering what humans are doing to other humans and our natural world. If you've ever asked yourself, "do my environmental efforts even matter?", let this episode act as a reminder that it's completely normal to feel overwhelmed, upset, and angry at everything that's going on in the world. Yes, your efforts DO matter... even if it's ...
Jul 27, 2022•6 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Trigger Warning: While in a vague sense, suicide is briefly mentioned in this episode. Today, we are going to be talking about something that might make you uncomfortable, it might make you angry, it might definitely get you some weird looks if you talk about it in public to the wrong person… OR it might give you a little bit of relief that you didn’t even know you needed. Voluntary Human Extinction: What is it, why is it important, and if there was a magical button, would you be able to press i...
Mar 23, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Stupid Chryslers? Pigs in leggings? Absolute walnuts? This episode has EVERYTHING... okay, maybe not everything, but it's good start. If you've ever thought about your impact on the planet and then felt guilty about it, this episode might be up your alley. We'll look at some reasons why folks feel guilty about environmental issues, with a specific focus on existential environmental guilt (EEG), in addition to offering a few tips to help manage your own EEG. Sorry for the audio quality on this on...
Feb 04, 2022•13 min•Ep. 1
Have you ever thought about the environment and then felt guilty for... just being here? For existing? If so, this might be up your alley. Introducing Guilt of Existence, a podcast geared toward finding peace on a dying planet. Join environmentalist Sydney Holler for tips on staying positive when environmental efforts seem hopeless, guidance on how to live a more sustainable life, and information on environmental topics and news that deserve a closer look. Check out Guilt of Existence and hopefu...
Nov 11, 2021•2 min
