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No Straw PleaseA Conversation with Dean Neff from Seabird RestaurantAre you interested in visiting restaurants and other businesses who make environmentally friendly decisions? Check out this interview with Dean Neff from Seabird restaurant in Wilmington, NC.
2024-03-1122 minNo Straw PleaseA Conversation with Larry Larson from Larry's CoffeeLarry Larson tells us about the sustainable history of Larry's Coffee. Visit the company's website at https://larryscoffee.com/
2024-02-0225 minNo Straw PleaseUse the Food NC-A Conversation with Christine WittmeierVisit https://rb.gy/5ab5ud to learn about Use the Food NC. Find out more about Wake County's organic waste drop-off facilities at https://rb.gy/q6erpi.
2023-11-2112 minNo Straw PleaseA Trash Trap Conversation with Emily Fritz from Sound RiversIn this episode, I have a fantastic conversation with Emily Fritz from Sound Rivers about trash traps. Listen to find out more.
Emily can be reached at emily@soundrivers.org.
Read more about Sound Rivers at Soundrivers.org
2023-07-0513 minNo Straw PleaseA Conversation with Nicole Goddard about the Trashion Design CompetitionNicole and I talk about the City of Raleigh's annual Trashion Design Competition and their Earth Day event on April 21st.
2023-02-2416 minNo Straw PleaseHappy Trails Christmas Tree Recycling with Ben WittenbergFind out what to do with your Christmas tree so it can have a second life in Wake County Parks!
2022-12-3113 minNo Straw PleaseAn America Recycles Day Conversation with Sara Lauren Crump from CRASarah Lauren Crump was my guest this episode! She shared some recycling tips!
2022-11-1514 minNo Straw PleaseA Conversation with Alyssa Cherry from FillareeCheck out this conversation with Alyssa Cherry who is the founder of Fillaree, a zero-waste soap company based in Durham.
Alyssa is planning to post a position for a fulltime Production Lead at Fillaree. There are exciting new things on the horizon for the company! Find out more info at Fillaree.com or send Alyssa an email at Alyssa@fillaree.com.
2022-09-0119 minNo Straw PleasePlastic Free July- A Conversation with Audrey Henderson from Murphy's NaturalsCheck out this episode to learn about Murphy's Naturals products and the great things the company is doing for the environment and community.
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No Straw PleaseA Vermicomposting Conversation with Susan Quinby-HonerListen as Susan educates us on worm and Black Soldier Fly larvae composting! Susan is the owner of Red Hen Enterprises and also works for Larry's Coffee where she gives free presentations on composting and gardening. Find out more information at: Larryscoffee.com.
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2022-06-2838 minNo Straw PleaseA Conversation with Susan Quinby-HonerHAPPY INTERNATIONAL COMPOST AWARENESS MONTH (We like to celebrate ALL month long!) Susan Quinby-Honer is the owner of Red Hen Enterprises. Susan also works at Larry's Coffee which hosts all types of cool events to learn about composting and gardening. Visit larryscoffee.com for more information.
2022-05-3138 minNo Straw PleaseA Conversation with Kimberly Conley from the Town of MorrisvilleDuring this episode, Kimberly fills me in on all the interesting things happening in Morrisville.
2022-04-0115 minNo Straw PleaseCreek Week in MorrisvilleThis month, I spoke with Kyle Cooper from the Town of Morrisville about the exciting events the town has going on for Creek Week. Check out the link below for Morrisville’s Creek Week webpage and the event schedule.
Morrisville Creek Week | Town of Morrisville, NC
2022-02-2512 minNo Straw PleaseA Conversation with Katie Lockhart from the Town of GarnerKatie Lockhart talks about her position as Outdoor Education and Parks Manager with Town of Garner and the upcoming event at White Deer Park.
2022-01-2720 minNo Straw PleaseA Sustainable Holiday Chat with Wake County Feed the Bin Coordinator Deja SmithDeja and Chelsea talk low waste holiday tips, how to prepare your recycling and where to dispose of certain items in Wake County.
2021-12-1614 minNo Straw PleaseAn America Recycles Day Chat with Jeanette Johnson from the Town of Wake ForestDuring the episode Jeanette Johnson tells us about her position with the Town of Wake Forest and what the town has planned for America Recycles Day.
2021-11-1214 minNo Straw PleaseA Conversation with Lani St. Hill from NC State UniversityLani tells us about her work as the Waste Reduction and Recycling Outreach Coordinator at NC State University. Find out about Zero Waste Wolfpack events and how you can learn more about recycling on campus.
2021-10-2920 minNo Straw PleaseA Conversation with Kyle Cooper from the Town of MorrisvilleKyle Cooper tells us abut his job roles, what's going on in Morrisville and his experience using the Litterati app.
2021-10-0118 minNo Straw PleaseA Chat with the Cleanup KidsListen to this episode to hear The Cleanup Kids discuss their efforts to help cleanup Wake County.
2021-08-2712 minNo Straw PleaseA Plastic Free July Chat with Laine RobertsCheck out this episode for great tips on how to become more sustainable one small change at a time from Laine Roberts. `
2021-07-3033 minNo Straw PleaseA World Oceans Day Chat With Becky SkibaCheck out this episode to listen to Becky Skiba with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission teach us about marine debris and it's impact on our oceans, marine life and humans.
2021-06-3032 minNo Straw PleaseInternational Compost Awareness Week: Chat with Kat Nigro from CompostNowCelebrate ICAW with us and listen to this awesome conversation with Kat Nigro from CompostNow to learn all about composting!
2021-05-0521 minNo Straw PleasePlogging: Pick Up and RunChelsea is joined by Sharon Kyner from Fleet Feet Raleigh and Morrisville to discuss the history and benefits of plogging. They also share some tips to help you get started.
2021-03-0121 minNo Straw PleaseOne Small StepIn this episode I cover some reusable options for your home and family. Check out the 86it Instagram, Facebook and Twitter for episode photos.
2021-01-3108 min2020-12-2118 minNo Straw PleaseIntroducing "No Straw Please"Find out about our new podcast, "No Straw Please" and what you can expect to hear and learn in future episodes.
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