Shows
Check Your Thread: Sewing More Sustainably#186: What sewing machine technicians actually do with Bizz McKilliganWhat do sewing machine repair and servicing professionals do that you can’t do yourself at home? And what CAN you do at home to make problems with your machine less likely? And what noises coming from your machine should you definitely NOT ignore? These are just some of the many questions that sewing machine technician, Bizz McKilligan, answers for us today. I first spoke to Bizz over a year ago when she’d just started up her sustainability-focused sewing store, The Green Thimble. She gives us an update on how it’s going and what she’s learnt over tha...2025-06-161h 05
Check Your Thread: Sewing More Sustainably#120: How to care for your sewing machine with Bizz McKilliganDo you know what your sewing machine needs to stay in good working order? What equipment is required for that? What issues can be tackled at home, and when should we call in the professionals? And what’s the best way to become the professional, if that’s of interest to us? These are just some of the questions my guest, sewing machine technician, Bizz McKilligan, answers in today’s episode. Bizz is also the owner of a shop called The Green Thimble, that recirculates secondhand sewing equipment and fabric. She shares the long and interesting journey she went on to...2024-01-2200 min
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Becoming LessWaterBizz chats with Guiscela about wasting water and the differences she sees with water usage in Canada vs Mexico.
Tips to reduce water usage:
Turn tap off while brushing teeth
Turn on only the hot water while waiting to heat and start using as soon as it warms up
Water lawn before sunrise or after sunset
Change lawn from grass to garden to grow food, or to something that doesn't require watering
Shop less and/or shop second-hand (manufacturing requires water, too!)
Use concentrated cleansers and drink flavours
Check for leaks and running toilets
G...2022-06-2342 min
I Could Murder A PodcastThe Smiling Face Of Evil - Dominic McKilliganPlease enjoy this Patreon special!Dominic was responsible for the 1998 abduction, rape and murder of 11-year old Wesley Neailey. However, the most infamous elements of this case involve Dominic trying to mislead police by manipulating the investigation and crime scene evidence. As well as Dominic attending his subsequent arrest and trial with “the smiling face of evil”. Until next time… KDWYDDan, Ben, Tom X Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-2033 min
Becoming LessBalanceBizz and Claire chat about how doing your best doesn't mean doing everything and that creating a balance in your life is the key to sustainability.
Concepts:
Focusing on one thing at a time
Doing research before diving in
Choosing to NOT do/use/have rather than finding an alternative
Don't need to fit all your waste in a jar to be low waste
Self care and self compassion
Just DO. Doing something is better than nothing, even if it's small.
Try to find the one thing with the biggest impact
Try to find t...2022-06-1441 min
Becoming LessCircular EconomyBizz and Bri chat about consumerism and the importance of switching to a circular economy system.
Things we talk about:
Composting toilets
Glass and aluminum instead of plastic
Reuse vs recycle
Clothing fiber content
Visible mending
Valuing service, not just "stuff"
Amazon hurts small businesses and the expertise they offer with their products
References we make:
Earth's General Store - earthsgeneralstore.ca
Compost S'Cool - edmonton.ca
Blush Lane -blushlane.com
Patagonia - patagonia.ca
Fjallraven - fjallraven.ca
The Dress Library - dresslibraryrentals.com
Edmonton Tool Library - edmontontoollibrary.ca
Indigo Pr...2022-06-0135 min
Becoming LessMaker HobbiesBizz chats with Megan about maker hobbies like sewing, crafting, knitting, etc.. With maybe a little tangent on the joys of cat ownership.
Things we talk about:
Getting creative with what we already have
Not being afraid to experiment
Sourcing the best materials available to us
Using all the little pieces
Making new things out of old things
Buying used tools and equipment, especially when just getting started
Normalizing second hand
Repairing and dying to lengthen the life of our clothing
What to do with "unusable" scraps
"Recyclable" doesn't always mean it's recyclable
Plastic s...2022-05-2731 min
Becoming LessAll or NothingBizz and Lesley chat about many things, most of which revolve around the balancing act of doing what you can, not burning out, and avoiding the all or nothing mindset.
Things we talk about:
Avoiding the all or nothing mindset
Embracing minimalism in order to avoid over-cluttering
Minimalism
Experimenting with DIY options
Certain DIYs have a cost savings, others definitely do not
Problem with system that making clothes is more expensive
Mindful creativity
Everyone make a t-shirt, then think about how much you think it should be worth
Trading/swapping/barter system
Giving unwanted i...2022-05-1243 min
Becoming LessGet RuthBizz chats with Anka from Get Ruth to discuss more convenient options for becoming less with our periods.
Find Ruth:
Website - getruth.ca
Instagram - @getruth.ca
LinkedIn Co-Founder - Anka Chan
LinkedIn Co-Founder - Nicole Sanchez
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2022-05-0323 min
Becoming LessGreen Canoe Kids ThriftBizz chats with Steph about her kids thrift/consignment business, The Green Canoe Shop.
You can find Steph's kids' clothes at:
Website - greencanoeshop.ca
Instagram - @greencanoeshop
Facebook - facebook.com/greencanoeshop
Other great Instagram accounts to find second hand kids clothes:
Oak Forage - @oak_forage
Prairie Littles Co - @prairielittlesco
United Clothing for Motherhood - @unitedclothing4motherhood
Blenderz Garment Recyclers - @blenderz_garment_recyclers
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spo...2022-04-2731 min
Becoming LessWeddingsBizz chats with Jennifer of Jennifer Bergman Weddings about how to become less while celebrating one of the most important days of our lives.
Find Jennifer:
Instagram - @jbweddings
Website - jenniferbergmanweddings.com
Things we talk about:
Food - Buy local, use reusable dishes, find out where food waste goes
Flowers - Buy as local as possible, buy in season, rent silk
Decorations - No balloons, rent anything you can, use what you have
Favors - Keep them personal, keep them plastic-free, or omit them altogether
Attire - Buy used, rent, take dr...2022-04-1135 min
Becoming LessThemed ThriftBizz chats with Tracy about the idea of themed thrift stores.
Things we talk about:
Our own ideas to incorporate second hand into our own businesses
Second-hand pet supplies
Second-hand fabric and sewing supplies
What kind of themed thrift is already out there
Cars. Pretty much just cars.
Oh, and women's clothing
Other ideas for incorporating second-hand into existing businesses
Gyms and water bottles
Kitchen appliances
Coffee shop - mugs, etc.
Working around the "low end" feel of thrifting, normalizing
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Mu...2022-04-0430 min
Becoming LessHome RenosBizz and Emma chat about their own experiences doing home renovations and discuss ways to be less with our renovations.
Things we talk about:
Use what you have
Repair and freshen up before replacing
Get materials used or other people's leftovers
When buying new materials, aim for high quality that will last as long as possible
References we make:
Reuse Centre - edmonton.ca
Habitat for Humanity - Edmonton: hfh.org - Canada: habitat.org
Buy Nothing Groups - buynothingproject.org
Tool Library - Edmonton: edmontontoollibrary.ca - Everywhere else: Google It
K...2022-03-2047 min
Becoming LessSingle Use Items StrategyBizz chats with Waste Free Edmonton co-founder, Sean, about the city's proposed Single Use Items Bylaw and how this strategy will reduce waste in our city.
Find more on the proposed bylaw:
City of Edmonton's Website - edmonton.ca
Single Use Items PDF
Follow and connect with Waste Free Edmonton to stay updated on the SUI bylaw progress and more:
Website - wastefree.ca
Instagram - @wastefreeyeg
Facebook - facebook.com/WasteFreeYeg
Twitter - @wastefreeyeg
YouTube - Waste Free Edmonton
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
...2022-03-1533 min
Becoming LessBooksBizz and Emma chat about becoming less with our books, including some good reads for more information and ideas.
Things we talk about:
Minimalism
E-Readers
Using old worn out books for crafts
Libraries
Little Free Libraries - littlefreelibrary.org
Books mentioned:
Flaneuse - Lauren Elkin
Oranges Are Not The Only Fruit - Jeanette Winterson
Zero Waste Home - Bea Johnson
The 100-Mile Diet - Alisa Smith, J.B. MacKinnon
A Beautiful Constraint - Adam Morgan, Mark Barden
Drawdown - Paul Hawken
Why Shrinkwrap A Cucumber - Stephen Aldridge, Laurel Miller
101 Ways To G...2022-02-2147 min
Becoming LessEco-GriefBizz chats with Sam Kriviak, a registered provisional psychologist who specializes in eco-grief.
Things we talk about:
What is anxiety?
What is grief?
What is trauma?
How do these tie in with environmentalism?
If we do identify with one or more of these descriptions, what can we do?
Where can we find help if we need it?
Psychology Today - psychologytoday.com/ca
Locations in Edmonton, some with sliding scale fees:
YWCA - ywcacanada.ca or ywcaofedmonton.org
Momentum Counselling - momentumcounselling.org
Drop-In YEG - dropinyeg.ca
Chat Lines. In Edmonton:
Distress Line...2022-02-0737 min
Becoming LessValue Clashes At WorkBizz and Cara chat about how becoming less can be challenging at work.
Things we talk about:
Being the only person who's passionate about environmentalism
Creating an environmental committee
Low-hanging fruit such as recycling paper and cardboard, or not using single-use plastics
Starting discussions with coworkers or, better yet, your boss
Working for a business whose business model does not align with your values
We all need to work, so find balance
References:
Terracycle - terracycle.ca
Psychology of Batman podcast - peterrollins.com/podcast
Donate to support waste reduction at w...2022-01-2436 min
Becoming LessBlenderz Gets An UpgradeBizz chats with Sarah from Blenderz Garment Recyclers about how much they've grown over the last couple years. They're moving into an even bigger location with some cool machinery upgrades.
Find Blenderz:
Support their campaign for the upgrade - app.atbboostr.ca/offering/buildatextilerecyclingfacility
Website - blenderzgarmentrecyclers.com
Instagram - @blenderz_garment_recyclers
Facebook - facebook.com/blenderzgarmentrecyclers
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2022-01-1027 min
Becoming Less2021 Year In ReviewBizz and Cara go over their biggest eco-wins from 2021 and discuss their goals for the upcoming new year.
What happened in 2021:
Moved to new home
Small means lower impact, close to work and amenities to reduce travel
Reusable diapers
So many diapers go to landfill every year, then the diapers can be passed on to someone else
New Bike
Purchased from small local business, had used bike first to see what features were good and bad before buying new, can now bike all winter
Woodstove pellets for cat litter
Bizz and Cara both do t...2022-01-0333 min
Becoming LessCreating A DemandBizz and Cara talk about how voting with our dollar can create a demand for better ways to become less.
Things we talk about and references we make:
How we spend our money controls the direction of the market
Supporting businesses with good practices means a demand is created for more good practices.
Supporting businesses with poor practices means a demand is created for more poor practices.
Buying second hand does not create a demand up the chain
Unless it's from a thrift store that has questionable practices
Bunz trading app
Buy Nothing app/gro...2021-12-1940 min
Becoming LessBoundariesBizz and Cara chat about setting boundaries with others who may not see eye to eye with you on becoming less.
Things we talk about:
Gifts - always a big topic
Choosing to ride a bike
Not using paper towels
Bringing a container to a restaurant
Composting - at home and at work
Not accepting disposable diapers as a gift
Getting a spouse/partner on board
Which is more difficult to set boundaries with: friends, family or coworkers?
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by V...2021-12-1240 min
Becoming LessEco MomBizz chats with new co-host, Cara, about her tips on being an eco-mom.
Things we talk about:
Reusable Diapers
Reusable Wipes (See Sniffle Crate Pattern on Etsy)
Diaper services
Babies grow so quickly
Get clothing second hand
Get toys second hand, too
Choose toys from natural materials, avoid things that take batteries.
Formula
Choose concentrates like powder
Consider the materials that the formula comes in - metal cans are more easily recycled than a pouch or something with mixed materials
Baby food jars are only reusable if you have a use for them - a...2021-12-0538 min
Becoming LessPets - Part 2Bizz and Emma continue their conversation about becoming less with their pets.
Things we talk about:
Buying treats in bulk
Make your own food
Use bags from food and litter to line your trash bin
Dryer lint is often still plastic
Dehydrating treats
Wood pellet litter
Toilet training cats
Clay litter requires strip mining
Compostable bags require very specific environments to break down.
Edmonton's composting facility requires BPI or BNQ rated bags (not BPA as I said in the podcast!)
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
M...2021-11-2946 min
Becoming LessPets - Part 1Bizz and Emma chat about our pets and how we can still become less while being loving, doting owners.
Things we talk about:
Grooming is important for health and reducing hair
Dog toys are consumable items
Try getting second-hand stuffed animals (if your dog destroys these, only allow supervised play. You don't want them swallowing the stuffing or eyes)
Real tennis balls are bad for dogs' teeth
Buy quality and/or natural materials - Check out:
West Paw Design (Durable, recycled rubber)
Honest Pet Products (Natural materials)
Kong (Durable natural rubber)
Harry Barker (Recycled an...2021-11-2236 min
Becoming LessSecond Hand GiftsBizz and Emma chat about becoming less by giving gifts that were purchased second-hand.
Things to consider:
Let others know that you are open to, and prefer, second-hand gifts
Start the conversation. Ask others how they feel about it.
Make sure your gifts are clean and in good condition.
Sometimes the gift is INSIDE the second-hand item: plants in used pots, pictures in used frames, etc.
Second-hand resources:
Buy Nothing Groups - buynothingproject.org
Kijiji - kijiji.ca
Facebook Marketplace - facebook.com/marketplace
Nextdoor App - ca.nextdoor.com
Thrift Stores
Reu...2021-11-1433 min
Becoming LessUpgradingBizz and Emma talk about how to become less when we decide to upgrade our technology and other possessions.
References we make:
The Minimalists Upgrade Rule - theminimalists.com/upgrade
Kijiji
Facebook Marketplace
Most eco-friendly phone? The internet says Fairphone, though they do not appear to be available in Canada.
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-11-0745 min
Becoming LessBuy Nothing GroupsBizz and Emma chat about how Buy Nothing Groups can be a great tool to use on your journey to becoming less.
References we make:
Buy Nothing Project - buynothingproject.org
Kijiji
Next Door - ca.nextdoor.com
Mushroom Foraging Episode - Episode 68
Mud, Sweat and Gears - mudsweatandgears.ca
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-10-3137 min
Becoming LessWaste Reduction WeekBizz and Emily talk about Waste Reduction Week, which is a national week in Canada that is focussed on raising awareness for ways to be become less.
Waste Reduction Week - wrwcanada.com/en
Monday - Circular Economy
Tuesday - Textiles
Wednesday - E-Waste
Thursday - Plastics
Friday - Food Waste
Saturday - Sharing Economy
Sunday - Swap and Repair
Other references we make:
The Dress Library - @thedresslibrary_yeg
Tool Libraries - @yegtoollibrary - wrwcanada.com/en
Blenderz Garment Recyclers - @blenderz_garment_recyclers
Donate to support waste reduction at wa...2021-10-2441 min
Becoming LessTool LibrariesBizz chats with Emny from the Edmonton Tool Library about how sharing tools can help us become less.
Find the Tool Library:
Instagram - @yegtoollibrary
Facebook - facebook.com/yegtoollibrary
Website - edmontontoollibrary.ca
In person - 7308 112 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB
More Tool Libraries, or start your own:
List of Tool Libraries in Canada
Google It
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-10-1013 min
Becoming LessPumpkinsBizz and Emily chat about how to becoming less with our pumpkins this fall season.
All things pumpkin:
Pumpkin carving - Google it
Pumpkin gut recipes - Google it
Pumpkin seeds - Google it
scoop, separate, rinse, dry, oil, season, bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes until golden, stirring often
Pumpkin soup recipes - Google it
Pumpkin smash parties - Google it and then host your own!
Other references:
That "something centre"... yeah it was Salisbury at Enjoy Centre in St Albert - salisburygreenhouse.com, @salisburyatenjoy
Loop Store - loopstore.ca
Don...2021-10-0351 min
Becoming LessMushroom ForagingBizz chats with fellow Alberta Mycological Society member, Mel, to nerd out about mushrooms.
References we make:
Alberta Mycological Society - albertamushrooms.ca
From The Wild - fromthewild.ca
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-09-2626 min
Becoming LessBudgetingBizz and Emily talk about how budgeting can help on your journey to becoming less. (Let us know how many pairs of shoes YOU own!)
References we make:
YNAB - ynab.com
Heard It From Hannah - youtube.com
Cleo - web.meetcleo.com
Mint - mint.intuit.com
EveryDollar - ramseysolutions.com
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)
2021-09-1349 min
Becoming LessRose City OrganizingBizz chats with Christa from Rose City Organizing about how decluttering and organizing can bring you peace and joy in your home on top of being good for the planet!
Find Rose City Organizing:
Facebook: facebook.com/RoseCityOrganizing
Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/theunclutteredconfidentwoman
Instagram: @rosecityorganizing
Website: rosecityprofessionalorganizing.com
References we make:
Edmonton Tool Library: edmontontoollibrary.ca
Marie Kondo: konmari.com
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-09-0633 min
Becoming LessChallengesBizz and Emily chat about how becoming less can be a bit of a challenge sometimes.
Things we talk about:
Barriers to eco-friendly choices
Getting into new habits or stopping old habits
Being surrounded by people who don't care as much as we/you do
Unintentionally making other people uncomfortable
References we make:
Avacado Pit Art - Google It, seriously cool stuff
Empathy Gap - wastefree.ca/becominglesspod
Chirp Energy - epcor.com/products-services/encor/green-energy
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by V...2021-07-2543 min
Becoming LessWine & WasteBizz chats with Emma from Waste Free Edmonton's Wine and Waste segment on Instagram Live!
Things we talk about:
What to do with your old garbage bins when moving to an automated cart system.
WFE's Wine & Waste - instagram.com/wastefreeyeg
WFE's Blog - wastefree.ca/blog
WFE's YouTube Channel - youtube.com
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-07-1845 min
Becoming LessEmpathy GapBizz and Emily talk about the empathy gap and how it creates a barrier for environmental habits.
Things we talk about:
Empathy Gap (obviously) - Google It
Epilator - Google It
The Day to Listen, Downey Wenjack Fund - downiewenjack.ca
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-07-0439 min
Becoming LessZero Waste Fails Pt 4Emily chats with her sister, Marianne, about some more zero waste fails.
Things we talk about:
Lauren Singer from Trash is for Tossers - trashisfortossers.com
Bea Johnsons, author of Zero Waste Home - zerowastehome.com
Change Toothpaste - changetoothpaste.com
Sew your own underwear. Or don't. That's probably the better option. - Google It
Reducing your impact at death - Google It
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-06-2848 min
Becoming LessMicroplasticsBizz and Emily chat about microplastics and why it's an important topic on the journey to becoming less.
Articles we reference in the episode:
Tom Stanton from the University of Nottingham - https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=kIs3_1sAAAAJ&hl=en
Microplastics found in placenta - https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/dec/22/microplastics-revealed-in-placentas-unborn-babies
CORRECTION: The quote is: “You're eating, swallowing or breathing in about 2,000 tiny pieces of plastic each week, a new study suggests, an amount equal to the weight of one credit card.”- https://www.usatoday.com/s...2021-06-2038 min
Becoming LessGrocery ShoppingBizz and Emily chat about becoming less at the grocery store, or wherever you may get your food.
Things we talk about:
Bring your own shopping bags (and produce bags)
Shop in bulk
Avoid single serving packaging
Buy whole ingredients
Shop local, such as at a farmer's market
Get beer in growler refills
Businesses mentioned:
El Gringo Tortilla Chips - elgringofoods.com
Stylus - stylusfinepens.com
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-06-1437 min
Becoming LessFreebies & GiveawaysBizz and Emily talk about becoming less when it comes to freebies and giveaways. Do you want the thing, or do you want the thing because it's free?
Things we talk about:
Freebies and Giveaways
Business Cards - organize with a Rolodex or, better yet, snap a picture with your phone!
Samples - only take samples of things you actually need and want to try. Opt for package-free when possible.
Pens and other promo items - just say no. Your junk drawer has enough pens, lanyards, magnets, and keychains.
Dentists and their tiny floss...2021-06-0740 min
Becoming LessCart Roll OutBizz and Emily talk about the Cart Roll Out happening right here in Edmonton.
References and things we talk about:
Find out more about the cart roll out - edmonton.ca/waste
Food scraps pail liner tutorial - youtube.com/watch?v=SPH7A3sf_PI
Story of Stuff - storyofstuff.org
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-05-3038 min
Becoming LessThe Dress LibraryBizz chats with Allison about her business, The Dress Library, where you can rent dresses for special occasions, rather than buy something you will only wear once. She has also generously offered 20% off one rental if you mention you heard about her from Becoming Less!
Check out The Dress Library
Website: dresslibraryrentals.com
Instagram: @thedresslibrary_yeg
Facebook: facebook.com/TheDressLibraryYEG
Email: thedresslibraryyeg@gmail.com
Places to donate old clothes that are BETTER than thrift stores:
Get the 211
Suit Yourself
Women's Shelters
Youth Shelters
Transition Houses
Emergency Relief
Donate to support waste re...2021-05-2417 min
Becoming LessJack 59Bizz chats with Vanessa from Jack 59 about her company's bar shampoos and conditioners and then get into some other low waste swaps.
Find Jack 59:
Online - jack59.ca
HQ - 3620 98 St NW, Edmonton, AB
Store Locator - jack59.ca/pages/store-locator
Email - vanessa@jack59.ca
Phone - 780-270-0706
Other things we talk about:
Lush - lush.ca
Soap So Co - soapsoco.com
Plant Based Diets - Google It
Capsule Wardrobe - Google It
Reusable Menstrual Products - Google It
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca...2021-05-1725 min
Becoming LessBizz's MomBizz's mom tells some embarrassing stories about her as a child and talks about some of Bizz's other childhood memories for Mother's Day.
Things we talk about:
Hoarding vs not wanting to throw things away that could still be useful
Buying new when you can't find the thing you know you have... somewhere!
Toilet paper rationing
Creating expectations and boundaries for gift giving
Gift wrapping
Letting things go
Memories about experiences rather than things, creating traditions
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@v...2021-05-0931 min
Becoming LessSeaspiracySorry for the goofy sound in this one! Covid restrictions required an impromptu setup and it affected the sound.
In this episode, Bizz and Emily discuss the documentary Seaspiracy. Watch it. Keep an open and critical mind. Do your research. Then decide what path works best for you.
Seaspiracy website: seaspiracy.org
Scientific review of the documentary: inverse.com
Cowspiracy website: cowspiracy.com
Cowspiracy stats: vegannews.press
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on...2021-05-0342 min
Becoming LessEarth Day Clean UpBizz chats with Greg from the Westwood Community League about the Earth Day Community Clean Up.
Things we talk about:
Westwood Community League - westwoodcl.ca
Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues - efcl.org
Capital City Clean Up - edmonton.ca/programs_services/capital-city-clean-up.aspx
Big Bin Events - edmonton.ca/programs_services/garbage_waste/big-bin-events.aspx
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-04-2609 min
Becoming LessYou Don't Need ItEmily and Bizz discuss how buying new stuff is not necessary to do many activities and hobbies.
Things we talk about include:
Alternatives to buying new gear
Borrowing
Renting
Repairing old gear
Doing without
Earth Day Cleanup - @wastefreeyeg
Fast Shoe Repair - @fastshoe20
Lemon vinegar cleaner - @obtusata
Good Neighbour App - thegoodneighbourapp.com
Tool libraries
Jack 59 - jack59.ca
Portlandia clip "Get the gear!" - youtube.com/watch?v=R3SFqV0hMyo
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Insta...2021-04-1941 min
Becoming LessZero Waste Fails Pt 3Emily chats with her sister, Marianne, about more zero waste fails regarding hair care.
Things we talk about include:
No poo
PH
Bar Shampoo
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-04-1126 min
Becoming LessWaste StatisticsBizz and Emily talk about how Canada ranks on our waste habits and why it's important to become less.
For more information:
https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s10163-015-0355-1.pdf
https://www.conferenceboard.ca/hcp/details/environment/municipal-waste-generation.aspx
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/dec/22/microplastics-revealed-in-placentas-unborn-babies
https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2019/07/12/canada-united-states-worlds-biggest-producers-of-waste/39534923/
http://publications.gc.ca/collections/collection_2019/eccc/En4-366-1-2019-eng.pdf
https://www.statista.com/statistics/1168066/largest-waste-producing-countries-worldwide-per-capita/
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Ch...2021-04-0546 min
Becoming LessOlivia AdamsBizz chats with Olivia Adams on mental health, mindfulness, our connection to nature and more about each of our individual journeys to becoming less!
Find Olivia on Youtube at: youtube.com/user/oliviaadamsXD
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Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-03-2836 min
Becoming LessTrash AuditBizz and Emily talk about becoming less by doing a trash audit to figure out what we can work on.
Things we talk about:
Trash audits (obviously), and what we tend to find in our own trash
Earth's General Store - earthsgeneralstore.ca
Blush Lane - blushlane.com
Boocha - boocha.ca
Downtown Farmer's Market - yegdtmarket.com
Patagonia - patagonia.com
Fast Shoe Repair - facebook.com/Fast-Shoe-Repair-448995635205/
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Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spo...2021-03-2135 min
Becoming LessFree Spirit CompanyBizz chats with Carly about the Free Spirit Company and her low waste, natural deodorant.
You can find the Free Spirit Company:
Instagram: @findyourfreespirit
Facebook: facebook.com/findyourfreespirit
Website: findyourfreespirit.com
Hashtag: #findyourfreespirit
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-03-1423 min
Becoming LessZero Waste Fails Pt 2Emily and Marianne tell more stories about the trials and tribulations on the road to becoming less.
Things we talk about:
Nudi Raven Mascara - nudigoods.com
Routine Deodorant - routinecream.com
Local Edmonton Refilleries:
EcoChick - ecochickrefills.com
Re:Plenish - replenishyeg.ca
Carbon Environmental Boutique - carbonboutique.com
Second City Coconut Oil Skit - youtube.com/watch?v=m4ONcxkBlPQ
Oil on clothes in the dryer may cause fire (It's a thing!) - Google "dryer fire from oil"
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
M...2021-03-0739 min
Becoming LessLess Is Now Documentary Recap and ReviewBizz and Emily discuss the recently released documentary Less Is Now by The Minimalists, Joshua Fields Millburn & Ryan Nicodemus.
Things we talk about:
Less Is Now (obviously) - netflix.com/ca/title/81074662
Goodwill - goodwill.ab.ca
Popcorn as a low waste alternative to potato chips
The Minimalism Game - theminimalists.com/game/
Compost S'Cool - edmonton.ca/programs_services
Loop Store comes to Canada! - loopstore.ca
Revol Period Undies - revolundies.com
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Patreon
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on In...2021-02-2841 min
Becoming LessFast Shoe RepairBizz chats with the owner of Fast Shoe Repair to learn about becoming less with our shoes.
Find Fast Shoe Repair at:
8652 118 Ave, Edmonton, AB
Facebook
Instagram - @fastshoe20
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Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-02-2109 min
Becoming LessPeriod TalkBizz and Emily talk about becoming less during that time of the month.
Things we talk about:
Reusable Pads
Period Underwear
Menstrual Cups/Discs
Diva - divacup.com
Lena - lenacup.com
Nixit - letsnixit.ca
Weather Network Climate Tab
Mascara
Ere Perez - ereperez.com
TOK - tokbeauty.ca
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Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-02-1446 min
Becoming LessChat with a Techy DadBizz chats with Trevor about becoming less with technology and a baby on the way.
Things we talk about:
Making your own mead/beer/wine
Diaper service
Happy Nappy - happynappy.ca
Village Toy Share - thevillagetoyshare.ca
Tech Repair
Planned Obsolescence - Google It
Smart Phone FOMO - Check out The Social Dilemma on Netflix
Dumb Phones - Google it, or, better yet, try to buy used
Bulldog Razors - bulldogskincare.com/, ignore the "for men" part. It's a razor.
Donate to support waste reduction at wastefree.ca or on Pa...2021-02-0733 min
Becoming Less[Re]WasteBizz chats with Corey from [Re]Waste about how he is taking unrecyclable plastic and turning it into new products.
Find [Re]Waste:
Website: rewaste.ca
Instagram: @rewaste.ca
Facebook: facebook.com/rewaste.ca
Twitter: @rewaste_ca
Things we talk about include:
Beaumont Pilot Project
Goodwill
Q Hair Design
Telus World of Science Edmonton
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Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-01-3128 min
Becoming LessSlowing DownBizz and Emily talk about becoming less by slowing down.
Things we talk about:
Kijiji, or generally buying second hand
Walking/biking instead of driving
Choosing slow hobbies for the enjoyment of the process
Meditation
YouTube
Mason Jars
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Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-01-2443 min
Becoming LessToilet PaperBizz and Emily talk about becoming less while using the toilet.
Things we talk about:
Bidets - Google it
Sniffle Crate reusable tissues - Pattern and Template
Who Gives A Crap - us.whogivesacrap.org
Earth's General Store - earthsgeneralstore.ca/toilet-paper
Family Cloths - Google it
History of toilet paper - history.com/news/toilet-paper-hygiene-ancient-rome-china
Jack 59 - jack59.ca/products/bamboo-hair-brush
Rick and Morty
Donate to support waste reduction: wastefree.ca
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-01-1740 min
Becoming LessMarianne's Zero Waste Fails (Pt 1)Emily talks with her sister, Marianne, about bumps along the road to becoming less.
Things we talk about:
Riding a bike instead of driving
Buying in bulk
Cleaning with vinegar
Communicating with cohabitators
Donate to support waste reduction: wastefree.ca
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-01-0933 min
Becoming LessGoalsBizz and Emily talk about setting goals on our journey to become less.
Things we talk about:
Atomic Habits by James Clear (Totally called it Tiny Habits! Whoops!)
SMART Goals
Adrienne, the Avant Gardener - floweringfootprints@gmail.com
Donate to support waste reduction: wastefree.ca
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2021-01-0143 min
Becoming LessBlenderz Garment RecyclersBizz chats with Sarah about becoming less with our textiles.
You can find Blenderz at:
Facebook - facebook.com/blenderzupcycle
Instagram - @blenderz_garment_recyclers
Website - coming soon
Some things we chat about:
Exporting clothing to other countries to deal with
Thrift shopping
Clothing swaps
Circular systems
Some of the businesses Blenderz partners with:
The House of Sew
Life Preloved
Cowabunga Clothing - cowabungaclothing.ca, facebook.com/cowabungaclothing
Donate to support waste reduction: wastefree.ca
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or f...2020-12-2724 min
Becoming LessShower TimeBizz and Emily talk about becoming less in the shower.
Things we talk about include:
Shampoo, conditioner and soap
Lush - lush.ca
Unwrapped Life - unwrappedlife.com
Jack 59 - jack59.ca
Shaving
Safety razors
Soap saving solutions
Re:Plenish - replenishyeg.ca
Liquid refill options (not actually mentioned, but worth noting)
Re:Plenish - replenishyeg.ca
Carbon Environmental Boutique - carbonboutique.com
EcoChick Mobile Refills - facebook.com/ecochickrefillsedmonton
Mushroom Packaging - mushroompackaging.com
Donate to support waste reduction: wastefree.ca
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find the...2020-12-2043 min
Becoming LessZero Waste ChristmasEmily and Bizz chat about becoming less for the holidays. Find your hygge Christmas!
Zero Waste Gifts:
Honing down your gift list, gift games so everyone only buys one gift, homemade gifts, thrifted gifts, gifts of experience, donations to charities, bar soap, baking, bring TP (preferably plastic-free, but it's something most people use anyway) to your next white elephant gift exchange (it also makes for a large gift and a good laugh).
Zero Waste Decorations:
Minimalism, popcorn strings, dried orange slices, cinnamon stick snowflakes, reusable and high quality/du...2020-12-1332 min
Becoming Less6Rs of Sustainability: Recycling Part 2Bins are coming to Edmonton to make recycling easier for citizens and waste collectors alike! Learn what happens to some of your recycling after it has been collected and why you should really focus on the previous Rs of sustainability and why recycling is your last resort.
Donate to help reduce waste: wastefree.ca
Things we talk about include:
Edmonton's New Cart Waste System: edmonton.ca/programs_services/garbage_waste/cart-rollout.aspx
Edmonton Waste Management Tours: edmonton.ca/programs_services/garbage_waste/tours-and-presentations-for-the-public.aspx
Waste Wise App: edmonton.ca/p...2020-12-0634 min
Becoming LessChange ToothpasteOne of the most common household products, toothpaste, is a large contributor to landfill waste... UNTIL NOW!! Change Toothpaste talks about how and why they chose to create a toothpaste alternative that cuts out the tube!
Donate to help reduce waste: wastefree.ca
Things we talk about include:
Farmer's Markets:
Sherwood Park Farmer's Market - sherwoodparkfarmersmarket.ca
St Albert Farmer's Market - stalbertfarmersmarket.com
Southwest Farmer's Market - swefm.ca
Downtown Farmer's Market - yegdtmarket.com
124 Grand Market - 124grandmarket.com
Local Businesses:
Maker's Kee...2020-11-2927 min
Becoming LessCasual Chat with WalterSometimes it's nice to just have a casual chat about waste with a friend over a warm cup of hot chocolate. That's exactly what we did!
Donate to help reduce waste: wastefree.ca
Some things we talk about:
Cycle Logic - cycle-logic.com
Mud, Sweat and Gears (Okay, so we don't actually talk about them, but it's where I actually wound up going) - mudsweatandgears.ca
Kind Ice Cream - kindicecream.ca
Blush Lane - blushlane.com
Boocha - boocha.ca
Reusable Tissues - Free Pattern & Templates
Reusable Qtips - La...2020-11-2236 min
Becoming Less6 Rs of Sustainability: Recycle Part 1Recycling is not all it's cracked up to be! And definitely not something we should rely on as an answer to saving the planet. Emily is passionate about recycling and the knocks down some of the myths behind the legend.
Donate to help reduce waste: wastefree.ca
Things we talk about:
What does the City of Edmonton accept in your blue bag?
edmonton.ca
What is "downcycling?"
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Downcycling
Why Plastic Identification Codes are not "Recycling symbols"
plasticsoupfoundation.org
Ethanol
Where does it come from? edmonton.ca
What...2020-11-1541 min
Becoming LessEcoChick Refills (AKA Rosanna)Stuck at home? Who isn't these days?! Let Rosanna come to YOU to refill your regular household goods such as shampoo and conditioner, dish soap, tooth paste tabs, etc..
Find The Refill Chick at:
Facebook: facebook.com/ecochickrefillsedmonton/
Website: www.ecochickrefills.com
Email: ecochickrefills@gmail.com
Call/Text: 780-271-4992
Donate to support waste reduction efforts: wastefree.ca
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram, or find them on Spotify)2020-11-0721 min
Becoming Less6Rs of Sustainability: RepairRepairing is a great way to prolong the life of our possessions for as long as possible! We chat about different things we have repaired as well as things we maybe aren't so good at repairing ourselves and suggestions for where to take those things.
Donate to support waste reduction: wastefree.ca
Thing we talk about:
8:38 - Sashiko
9:00 - Boro Stitching
9:35 - Hand Embroidered Bee (As learned from Sue Spargo)
11:08 - Planned obsolescence (In economics and industrial design, planned obsolescence (also called built-in obsolescence or premature obsolescence) is a policy of plann...2020-10-3141 min
Becoming LessThe Village Toy ShareBrittany tells us all about The Village Toy Exchange: a subscription program for toys so that your kid (or maybe you adults, if you're into Lego or board games) gets new toys each month without causing more manufacturing of toys, especially those made of plastic.
Contact Brittany and The Village Toy Share at:
Website: www.thevillagetoyshare.ca
Instagram: @thevillagetoyshare
Email: info@thevillagetoyshare.ca
Call/text: 587-545-4273
Donate to support waste reduction: wastefree.ca
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on In...2020-10-2614 min
Becoming LessSUPs BanThe Government of Canada just announced which single-use plastics (SUPs) will be banned in 2021! We discuss which items will be banned, how they chose these items, and, of course, go on a few tangents.
Donate to support waste reduction efforts: wastefree.ca
Things we talk about:
Learn more about the ban:
Canada Climate Change Action Plan: bit.ly/31lQWw1
CBC News Article: bit.ly/37vP9bJ
Garbage-Wearing Dude: https://youtu.be/9vCstrZ7ilk
Bulk Barn Reusable Containers Program
https://www.bulkbarn.ca/reusable-container-program/
Contact them to tell them you want reus...2020-10-1850 min
Becoming LessHalloween With More Masks Than UsualHalloween is going to look a little different this year. So why not build some new habits! Let's try to make this Halloween the least wasteful yet!
Donate to support waste reduction efforts: wastefree.ca
Some things we talk about:
Costumes from thrift stores
Upcycling for decorations
Treat swaps instead of trick or treating
Focusing more on the "tricks" and the fun of it, rather than the candy
What we think will be the costume that everyone will dress up as this year
Music by Vita Chino (@vita...2020-10-1153 min
Becoming LessLess Waste, More ______Emily and Bizz talk about what we GAIN from reducing our waste!
Donate to support waste reduction efforts: wastefree.ca
Some things we talk about:
5:40 - The Good Neighbour App: thegoodneighbourapp.com
6:15 - Fruit Rescue: operationfruitrescue.org
7:45 - Apple Sauce Contraption:
(PS: If anyone has one of these that they don't want anymore, please give/sell it to Bizz)
14:30 - MOOC: mooc.org, wiki for more info on MOOCs
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagr...2020-10-0331 min
Becoming LessBike EdmontonBike Edmonton is a registered non-profit society dedicated to making everyday cycling in Edmonton safer and more widespread by providing bicycle services, education, and civic representation. They promote the bicycle as a healthy, economical, and ecologically sound mode of transportation.
I chat with Alex, Bike Edmonton's manager at the downtown location. He gives us the lowdown on their history, mission and his role within it.
Donate to support waste reduction efforts: wastefree.ca
Learn more about Bike Edmonton: bikeedmonton.ca
Email Bike Edmonton to in...2020-09-2315 min
Becoming LessLow Waste and SchoolMeet Emma, one of Waste Free Edmonton's volunteers. We chat about the joys and challenges of living a low waste lifestyle with kids and school.
Donate and learn more about Waste Free Edmonton here: wastefree.ca
Music by Vita Chino (@vitachino on Instagram)2020-09-2016 min
Becoming LessCyclingBiking! Whether it's commuting to work or spending the day outside with friends, biking is a great option! We talk about our experiences with cycling in Edmonton and other things including:
Bike Edmonton: https://bikeedmonton.ca/
Strava: https://www.strava.com/
The Good Neighbour: https://www.thegoodneighbourapp.com/2020-09-0641 min
Becoming LessIntroduction to MinimalismIf you thought minimalism was just about white rooms with a single plant and no furniture, click link in bio to listen to this episode explaining minimalism from a low-waste lifestyle perspective. we talk about many topics under the clothes, laundry, to-do lists, Christmas, gifts... all a little too briefly, but it gives a good scope of what Minimalism is. We will likely come back to this topic again and again.
Some things we talk about include:
Marie Kondo - https://konmari.com/
The Minimalists - https://www.theminimalists.com/
Binding ba...2020-08-291h 06
Becoming LessFace MasksThank you to everyone choosing a reusable mask whenever possible. Your choice is reducing the environmental impact of COVID and making disposable medical masks more available for front-line workers who need them most. @WasteFreeYEG wants to showcase your reusable choice and encourage others to do the same. Help us spread the reusable message by posting a photo of yourself wearing your reusable masks and include the following message:
“I am choosing to wear a reusable mask whenever possible to reduce the environmental impact of Covid-19 and to make disposable medical masks more available for front-line work...2020-08-2234 min
Becoming Less6 Rs of Sustainability: RotMark is sure to inspire the composter in you! Mark talks about different types of compost for anyone from the avid gardener to the apartment dweller. He digs into how to keep your compost progressing as quickly as possible whilst avoiding pests and smells. I encourage everyone to go visit Compost S'Cool in the heart of the river valley and check it out in person. It's such a beautiful place!
Donate to support waste reduction efforts at wastefree.ca.
Learn more about Compost S'Cool: https://www.edmonton.ca/programs_services/landscaping_ga...2020-08-1519 min
Becoming LessKeep on SewingWanna get into sewing? Opt for a used machine instead of buying new. The oldies are often hardier and simpler than new machines and you'll be giving it a new life, rather than see it go to landfill!
Find Paul and take advantage of his services at https://www.facebook.com/PDHSewing/
As always, you can donate to help reduce waste at wastefree.ca2020-08-0815 min
Becoming LessBizz's Journal #2: Camping with MugglesYou're an environmentalist, Harry! And we perform magic! Sometimes, though, we have to walk among the non-treehuggers and can't risk exposing our world, lest we start a conflict.
Pretty proud that I kept my waste down to four tea bags and a bandaid for the two-night back-country trip. But I also watched other campers throw their individual plastic meal packets directly into the fire.
Donate to help reduce waste at wastefree.ca
Find all the ways to listen and connect at linktr.ee/becominglesspod2020-08-0604 min
Becoming LessCovid and ReusablesOne of the most frustrating things about COVID-19 (you know, other than the disease itself) is the fact that we can't use reusables such as mugs, grocery bags and bulk containers. This is having a terrible impact on the waste reduction movement. We are trying to protect ourselves from a current crisis, only to be contributing to a possibly even more threatening crisis in the future.
Support Waste Free Edmonton here: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=DC8U8JHCPFCVC&source=url
Read the document about res...2020-08-0139 min
Becoming LessPlastic Free JulyPlastic Free July is a global movement to reduce plastic pollution. We talk about the challenge, changes we've made in our lives, how to find more information and some other little random tidbits.
Support Waste Free Edmonton at wastefree.ca or becominglesspod.podbean.com
Things we talk about include:
Plastic Free July - plasticfreejuly.org
Atomic Habits - jamesclear.com/books
Adidas FutureCraft: www.adidas.ca/en/futurecraft?consent-level=2
2020-07-2532 min
Becoming LessGetting Green Off The Ground10 years ago getting an eco-friendly business off the ground may have been much more difficult. Karina tells us her story and talks about how her passion hasn't died, regardless of the obstacles she faced. There is a shift happening... slowly. It's so nice to see some green businesses flourishing now, even through a pandemic.
Donate to support Waste Free Edmonton by going to wastefree.ca or visit us at becominglesspod.podbean.com for more episodes and other ways to reach out!
Greenaholic: https://www.facebook.com/Greenaholics/2020-07-2230 min
Becoming Less6Rs of Sustainability: ReuseWhen we think "reuse" most of us think of reusable items like water bottles and grocery bags, but let's talk about the impact of those reusable items and how the "reuse" branch of sustainability can be applied in other ways.
Things we talk about:
Donate to Waste Free Edmonton at becominglesspod.podbean.com or wastefree.ca
Single-Use Plastics Ban, Edmonton: https://wastefree.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/WFE-SUP-Bylaw-Provisions.pdf
Single-Use Plastics Ban, Canada: https://globalnews.ca/video/rd/1534921795978/?jwsource=cl
Embedded energy in reusable straws: https://www.appropedia.org/HSU_straw...2020-07-1713 min
Becoming LessBizz's Journal #1: The Illusive CableSometimes it can be really hard to choose between meeting deadlines and holding true to your values. I believe the pendulum of convenience has swung too far. I held true (with some amount of trepidation that people would be disappointed in the gap in episodes) to finding a used cable, rather than running out and buying one new, when I know there are so many already out in the world. 2020-07-1303 min
Becoming LessMeet Emily, The New Co-Host!A new co-host has joined the Becoming Less team! Emily is a Waste-Free Edmonton volunteer and is just as enthusiastic about waste reduction as I am! We talk about how we came to find our passion for reducing waste, and get to know each other a little bit, as the two of us only just met. You will be able to hear Emily's angelic voice every couple of weeks going forward. Welcome to Becoming Less, Emily!
If you would like to support waste reduction efforts, please consider donating at wastefree.ca or becominglesspod.podbean.com
2020-07-1142 min
Becoming Less6 Rs of Sustainability #2: ReduceLet’s hone in on the second R of Sustainability: Reduce
Some things we talk about are:
Car emission stats:
https://www.epa.gov/greenvehicles/greenhouse-gas-emissions-typical-passenger-vehicle
2020-06-2209 min
Becoming LessA Trip to KoreaI chat with my eco-friend Ashley about her trip to Korea, renewable energy, and the impacts of eating meat.
So it's not his Facebook page, but here is Alex Honnold's (mentioned in this episode) list of environmental book recommendations, which is probably better than Facebook anyway!
And some more information about St Albert's Electric Buses.2020-06-1338 min
Becoming Less6 Rs of Sustainability: #1 RefuseWe focus in on the first of the six Rs of Sustainability: Refuse.
Learn more about the 5 Love Languages
Learn more about the Single-Use Plastics Ban
Donate here to support waste reduction efforts in Edmonton, Alberta.2020-06-0608 min
Becoming LessA Young Teacher's Perspective on WasteI interview Kelly Henry, a music teacher and my friend, and find out some views on waste from the perspective of a teacher. We talk about Covid-19's effect on things like farmer's markets, the struggles of living in a cold climate and how that makes it difficult to resist the car, and more! Check it out!
Support me here in my efforts to reduce waste locally in my city of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada and throughout the world! Think globally, act locally!2020-05-3035 min
Becoming LessStory of Plastic: An Emotional ResponseI recently watched The Story of Plastic, a beautifully done documentary about plastic and how it needs to be halted at every step, not just the end of life stage. Check out my response to the film and then go watch it for yourself, if you haven't already!
Support me here
Check out the Story of Stuff and watch all their videos!
Noun. nibling (plural niblings) (uncommon) The child of one's sibling or of one's sibling-in-law (in other words, one's niece or nephew), especially in the plural or as a gender-neutral term.2020-05-2408 min
Becoming LessDoes My Mom Think I'm Crazy?On Mother's Day weekend, I had a conversation with my mom about her views on the environment.
The statistic we mention from Story of Stuff is actually 99%, and you can find it at about the 11 minute mark here: https://www.storyofstuff.org/movies/story-of-stuff/
I would like to mention that this includes everything extracted, and therefore is somewhat misleading, as it includes all our food and other consumables. So if we just regularly buy consumables like food and whatever energy source we are using to heat our homes, I imagine that number would be close to that h...2020-05-1123 min
Becoming LessCapsule WardrobeDo you get stressed out in the morning because you don't know what to wear? Do you have multiple closets and dressers stuffed full with clothes? Textile waste is a serious issue. Consider paring down your wardrobe to essentials that can mix and match!2019-11-1110 min
Becoming LessBoomerang BagsBoomerang Bags Sewcial, deodorant, hidden gems in yeg, borrowing, honesty. ***** I found out afterwards that the plastic seal on the floss is PLA bioplastic. So if you have the facilities available to compost it, please do!2019-09-1811 min
Becoming LessBad Introminimalism, zero waste, eco-friendly, nature, quilting, sewing, time management.2019-08-2011 min