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Sustainably Geeky is a podcast for the everyday environmentalist! The show features a group of average people with one thing in common: a healthy respect for the environment, and a desire to live a more sustainable lifestyle. Each episode we'll tackle a new subject and will feature guests occasionally to help us go in depth on some of our more complex topics. Whether you're a hardcore treehugger or have a mild curiosity about the environment, we hope you'll learn something! Feel free to share your green life hacks and ideas for future shows.
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Ep 70 - Turning Trash to Treasure
Transitioning away from fossil fuels is essential to reducing carbon emissions, and will require utilizing a variety of energy sources. One of these is renewable natural gas (RNG), a growing industry that uses food waste to produce energy. Sam Schutte, Co-Founder and CEO of Synthica Energy, joins us to discuss how this technology works and the role it could play in reducing our dependence on fossil fuels. Resources discussed in this episode:
Synthica Energy website
Synthica Energy Facebook
Synthica Energy Twitter
Synthica Energy LinkedIn
American Biogas Council
RNG Coalition
Host: Jennifer Hetzel
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Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz -
Ep 69 - Who Run the World
Girls! In honor of Women's History Month, Vanessa Conroy from Feminist Communities for Climate Justice joins us to discuss their work to achieve climate justice informed by feminist and community development principles. Their organization recognizes the intersectional relationship between climate change and social justice, and that climate must be considered in every policy decision we make. Vanessa discusses these issues, and the ways in which the climate crisis disproportionately affects women and other marginalized groups Resources discussed in this episode:
• It's Not That Radical by Mikaela Loach
• The Intersectional Environmentalist: How to Dismantle Systems of Oppression to Protect People + Planet by Leah Thomas
• Diversifying Power: Why We Need Antiracist, Feminist Leadership on Climate and Energy by Jennie C. Stephens
• Climate Justice: Hope, Resilience, and the Fight for a Sustainable Future by Mary Robinson
• Mary Robinson Foundation Principles of Climate Justice
• Feminist Communities for Climate Justice National Women's Council
• Feminist Communities for Climate Justice Community Work Ireland
• National Women's Council Ireland Twitter
• National Women's Council Ireland Instagram
• Community Work Ireland Twitter
• Vanessa Conroy Twitter
Host: Jennifer Hetzel
Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com
Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from.
You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com
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Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz -
Ep 68 - Lettuce Turnip the Beet
Where does our food come from, and how is that changing? This month we're speaking with Andy Johnston from Willy Street Co-op about the evolution of food production in the United States. He shares insights from his experience working in the food industry, and discusses the increasing popularity of local and 'alternative' food systems among consumers. Resources discussed in this episode:
Willy Street Co-op
Willy Street Co-op Facebook
Willy Street Co-op Instagram
Willy Street Co-op Twitter
Willy Street Co-op Youtube
Equal Exchange
Fairtrade International
Host: Jennifer Hetzel
Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com
Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from.
You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com
You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram.
You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2
You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6
You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu
You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK
You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV
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You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t
Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz -
Ep 67 - We Didn't Start the Fire
This month we're turning up the heat! Spencer Wilson, Resource Advisor with the U.S. Forest Service, joins us to talk about wildfires and the important role they play in nature. He also discusses how attitudes towards fire have shifted over time, and shares observations from his time as a firefighter. Resources discussed in this episode: Spencer Wilson 's Instagram.
Host: Jennifer Hetzel
Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com
Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from.
You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com
You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram.
You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2
You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6
You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu
You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK
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Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz -
Ep 66 - Airships Were Meant to Fly
This month we're flying high! Don Hartsell, Commissioner and Managing Director of the World Air League, joins to talk about airships and the need for more sustainable air travel options. He discusses advancements in airship technology and how this mode of travel can help address the climate crisis. Don also explains how the World Air League is increasing awareness of the industry. Resources discussed in this episode:
World Sky Race
World Sky Race Facebook
World Sky Race Instagram
World Sky Race YouTube
World Sky Race Twitter
Book: Empires of the Sky
Flying Whales
Hybrid Air Vehicles
Host: Jennifer Hetzel
Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com
Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from.
You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com
You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram.
You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2
You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6
You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu
You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK
You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV
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You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t
Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz -
Ep 65 - Working 9 to 5
The environmental challenges facing our planet will require a skilled and dedicated workforce. Leonard Adler, CEO of Green Jobs Network, joins us to discuss the growing employment opportunities in sustainability and social impact. He offers insights for students, current and future job seekers, and aspiring entrepreneurs. Leonard also analyzes industry trends and shares his predictions for the future of the field.
Host: Jennifer Hetzel
Have an idea for an episode? You can reach Jennifer at jrhetz@gmail.com
Like the show? Do us a favor and rate / review the show on iTunes, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts from.
You can always reach us at EpicallyGeeky.com
You can also find us on FaceBook, Twitter and Instagram.
You can find us on iTunes here: https://apple.co/2RV2Iq2
You can find us on Google Podcast: http://bit.ly/3aDGWn6
You can find us on Spotify here: https://spoti.fi/2vxR7nu
You can find us on Pandora here: https://bit.ly/3bQmRKK
You can find us on Amazon Music here: https://amzn.to/3rORGEV
You can find us on Audible here: https://adbl.co/38JYvAm
You can find us on YouTube here: http://bit.ly/2Fz524t
Music by: Peter Emerson Jazz
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The show is for anyone who has any interest in being green. Ep 5 about electric vehicles was really informative.