Episode description

Every Wednesday on the Hippie Haven podcast, learn how to live harmoniously with yourself, others & the planet. We talk about all things hippie, including eating vegan, reducing your trash, starting an ethical business, eco-activism, gardening, beekeeping, tiny house living, and so much more.

My guest today is Brianna Kilcullen. She's a sustainability consultant, hemp hustler, and founder of Anact and act is short for enact the simple act of taking action and creating positive impact. Brianna's simple act was to create a sustainable towel made out of hemp and organic cotton that is better for the planet. In 2019, she helped legalize hemp in Florida while launching Anact. Prior to starting Anact, she worked in the apparel industry for prAna, a subsidiary of Columbia sportswear and Under Armour. She was Under Armour's first ever full time sustainability employee. She's traveled to over 40 countries and has worked in factories on almost every continent. Brianna graduated from the George Washington University International Business Program and is an avid traveler and dual citizen in Ireland and the United States. Today, we're talking about sustainability in the textile industry, why she chose to make hemp towels and more. 

This episode is made possible by the Futon Shop. Visit hippiehavenpodcast.com/thefutonshop for natural and organic mattresses and pillows. 

The Hippie Haven Podcast is hosted by Callee - a zero waste activist & business owner. Formerly a translator for the US Navy, Callee was honorably discharged as a conscientious objector in 2017 following an episode of severe depression & alcoholism fueled by not living in alignment with her core values. That same year, at age 23, she started Bestowed Essentials, a handmade line of eco-friendly beauty & home products that are now stocked in over 100 stores around the US & Canada. Callee began hosting this free podcast in August 2018, as well as speaking at events and teaching educational workshops across the country, as part of her life mission to arm you with the knowledge & tools you need to spark positive change in your community. In December 2019, she opened The Hippie Haven in Rapid City, South Dakota - a zero waste retail store & community space with a little free library - the first of its kind in the state. 

Follow along on Instagram - @hippie.ceo & @hippiehavenshop & @bestowedessentials
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