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Discover SustainabilityPartnerships and Material Transparency (S2C E66)So glad you could join us in our lobby chat with Benjamin Holsinger. What would happen if:1. we could identify every ingredient in every material we used in every build, and make informed decisions?2. we each shared what we learned and worked toward this amazing transparency shift?Benjamin is with Gensler, and instrumental in shifting and informing the material and product development aspects of their work. He takes sustainability down to its bones by ensuring materials are moving as close as possible to a circular systemic intent. He shares this knowledge as does G...
2023-06-1828 min
Discover SustainabilityFrom the Future and Project 2041 (S2C E37 Bonus)We had the privilege of interviewing some folks from our future.Join Lauren and me to learn about our changing relationship to whales (they talk), the way education has shifted to service years and hands-on experience, and how AI has become a partner in the work.Fair warning - the audio is not ideal as this is a panel discussion in an open room, but the conversation is well worth it!Thanks to SUNY Oneonta and the 2041 Project for this great world-building experience! Google the 2041 Project for more information, posters, podcasts, and panel...
2023-06-0433 minDiscover SustainabilityIf You're Not Excited....(S2C E65 Part 2)Bryan is back with more insights on our potential future. He has delved into Universities and what they must face over the next 75 years: a radically changing climate, economic challenges, flux in societal understanding of what higher education is and what purpose it must serve, and the pay-to-play perception that can create confusion on prestigious boards, just to name a few topics.As always, Bryan is curious, tremendously informed, and fascinated with the potential in the systems of higher education. He explores ideas with us, and helps us to understand our own work in relation to our...
2023-05-2831 min
Discover SustainabilityThe Art of the Free Person (S2C E65 Part 1)Bryan is back with more insights on our potential future. He has delved into Universities and what they must face over the next 75 years: a radically changing climate, economic challenges, flux in societal understanding of what higher education is and what purpose it must serve, and the pay-to-play perception that can create confusion on prestigious boards, just to name a few topics.As always, Bryan is curious, tremendously informed, and fascinated with the potential in the systems of higher education. He explores ideas with us, and helps us to understand our own work in relation to our...
2023-05-2129 minDiscover SustainabilityUniversities on Fire (2min2change E65)Welcome to Bryan Alexander and his concerns and inspirations about the future of education. This is a 2 min cut, to whet your interest for more!_______________________________________________________________________For video content, check out our site @DiscoverSustainability on YouTube. The notation in parenthesis is the episode number on our channel, so you can find all the video cuts, from full-length to 2min. And spread the word - we have so much to discover, together, about the planet, each other, our work, and our interdependence.Thanks to: co-host, Lauren Staniec - https://www.rehabitat-cny.com/ T...
2023-05-1901 min
Discover SustainabilityHobie and EQ (S2C E64)Hear from Hobie Stocking about the accelerating effect of emotional intelligence in trying to move the needle on climate change efforts._______________________________________________________________________For video content, check out our site @DiscoverSustainability on YouTube. The notation in parenthesis is the episode number on our channel, so you can find all the video cuts, from full-length to 2min. And spread the word - we have so much to discover, together, about the planet, each other, our work, and our interdependence.Thanks to: co-host, Lauren Staniec - https://www.rehabitat-cny.com/ T: @LaurenStaniec co-host, Jodi Smits...
2023-05-0706 min
Discover SustainabilityHobie and Storytelling (S2C E64)Join us as Hobie shares how we can change communications and storytelling to achieve greater shifts to climate awareness and activism._______________________________________________________________________For video content, check out our site @DiscoverSustainability on YouTube. The notation in parenthesis is the episode number on our channel, so you can find all the video cuts, from full-length to 2min. And spread the word - we have so much to discover, together, about the planet, each other, our work, and our interdependence.Thanks to: co-host, Lauren Staniec - https://www.rehabitat-cny.com/ T: @LaurenStaniec co-host, Jodi Smits...
2023-04-3011 min
Discover SustainabilityEarthwalking and our Place on the Planet (S2C E64)I don’t know how we initially connected with Hobie, but I do know I thoroughly have enjoyed the stories in his book, the retooling of some of my own language, and the honest and humble reflections on our relation to each ochre and the planet.Join us for an exploration of Earthwalking and the ways we can reconnect with our personal and cultural spirit in concert with our planet. _______________________________________________________________________For video content, check out our site @DiscoverSustainability on YouTube. The notation in parenthesis is the episode number on our channel, so you can fin...
2023-04-2238 min
Discover SustainabilityBicycling, Community, and Climate (S2C E63 Pt2)As often occurs with our kitchen-table zoom chats, we discover cool things about each other. Bill is an avid bicyclist, and he chats with us about how bicycles are the most elegant machine...and about how he handles drivers who honk or swear at him._______________________________________________________________________For video content, check out our site @DiscoverSustainability on YouTube. The notation in parenthesis is the episode number on our channel, so you can find all the video cuts, from full-length to 2min. And spread the word - we have so much to discover, together, a...
2023-03-1928 min
Discover Sustainability(2min E63) Bill Bishop from Pathfinder Engineers & ArchitectsQuick reflection from our friend Bill Bishop on consumerism and why we need to change our relationship to buying stuff._______________________________________________________________________For video content, check out our site @DiscoverSustainability on YouTube. The notation in parenthesis is the episode number on our channel, so you can find all the video cuts, from full-length to 2min. And spread the word - we have so much to discover, together, about the planet, each other, our work, and our interdependence.Thanks to: co-host, Lauren Staniec - https://www.rehabitat-cny.com/ T: @LaurenStaniec co-host, Jodi Smits Anderson...
2023-03-1202 min
Discover SustainabilityLead by Example; Excitement and Concern! (S2C E63 Pt1)Join us for a conversation with Bill Bishop on EO #22 in NYS. This Executive Order is intended to help the state of NY lead in our climate goals established under the nation's most rigorous Climate Law.And the work ahead is exciting and daunting..._______________________________________________________________________For video content, check out our site @DiscoverSustainability on YouTube. The notation in parenthesis is the episode number on our channel, so you can find all the video cuts, from full-length to 2min. And spread the word - we have so much to discover, together, about the planet...
2023-03-1233 minDiscover SustainabilityReflections: When the Interviewers are Interviewed (S2C E23)T.J. Mannix is one of Lauren's and my favorite people. In this episode, he puts us through our paces by helping us reflect over the first year or so of our video podcasts so we can try to understand why we are compelled to do this work, and how we can make it more accessible and successful in connecting others to what sustainability is all about.T.J. is full of humor and compassion! For the silliest moments, you'll have to watch the video on our YouTube site. Enjoy!_______________________________________________________________________Fo...
2023-02-1927 minDiscover SustainabilityWhat is a Company For? (S2C E55)Graham Boyd is a Quantum Physicist, Author, Business Leader, Facilitator, Regenerative Practitioner...and the list goes on. In this cut of our chat with Graham, he shares his insights on what a company is for, and how companies can (and must) succeed in this rapidly changing world._______________________________________________________________________For video content, check out our site @DiscoverSustainability on YouTube. The notation in parenthesis is the episode number on our channel, so you can find all the video cuts, from full-length to 2min. And spread the word - we have so much to discover, together, ab...
2023-02-1212 min
Discover SustainabilityHero Journeys (S2C E46)Rex Miller is an author and a facilitator of systemic change. Join us for the this 7-minute cut of our engaging and fascinating chat with Rex. He helps us unpack some of what our personal journeys have been for Subject2Change and our careers.Don't forget to check out the YouTube site to access the full video content and the links and resources that support the chat._______________________________________________________________________For video content, check out our site @DiscoverSustainability on YouTube. The notation in parenthesis is the episode number on our channel, so you can find all the...
2023-01-0807 min
Discover SustainabilityGeoff Kaufman on the Sea Music Festival (S2C E47)Geoff and Jodi met at Mystic Seaport Museum late in the 1980's when he was a Chanteyman for the museum. One of the great aspects of his work so far has been the creation/involvement in the International Sea Music festival, focused on keeping the working songs of the sea alive. Learn about this work and how the Sea Music Festival, now held in Essex, CT, has changed and why.And you should come to the wonderful festival! As a side note, there is a Chantey Pub Sing in Mystic, CT on January 15th. ...
2023-01-0120 min
Discover SustainabilityFive Strategies for all Projects (S2C E26)Heads-up all Architects and Engineers out there (and really any designers or planners working with clients).How do we green up our projects? Eric Corey Freed of CannonDesign gives us the five strategies to always employ. Pay attention - lots of applicable common sense coming your way!_______________________________________________________________________For video content, check out our site @DiscoverSustainability on YouTube. The notation in parenthesis is the episode number on our channel, so you can find all the video cuts, from full-length to 2min. And spread the word - we have so m...
2022-12-2507 min
Discover SustainabilityA Futurist talks books and games (S2C E61)Lauren and I made a special cit of your talk with Bryan Anderson, Futurist, because we geeked out a bit on sci-fi, dystopia, and other books as well as how gaming has changed in the last 30 or so years.Won't you join us? And what games and books will you share?_______________________________________________________________________For video content, check out our site @DiscoverSustainability on YouTube. The notation in parenthesis is the episode number on our channel, so you can find all the video cuts, from full-length to 2min. And spread the word - we have so much...
2022-12-1807 min
Discover SustainabilityBill Reed on Regenerative Practice (S2C E50)There are times in life when you get to have deep and fulfilling conversations with friends. Even better are the times when you embrace each other's ideas, thoughts are challenged, and you all learn and grow through the conversation.This is one of those "even better" times, and Lauren and I hope you enjoy hearing Bill Reed's reflections on his practice throughout his career, and where his journey is leading him.Interested in learning more about regenerative practice? Please connect with us (Lauren and Jodi) and/or check out the YouTube site listed below for m...
2022-12-1150 min
Discover SustainabilityBiophilia has Impact (S2C E36)Spend just a few minutes with Jodi and Lauren as we discuss how access to Nature has changed our work and lives, as well as our perception of sustainability._______________________________________________________________________For video content, check out our site @DiscoverSustainability on YouTube. The notation in parenthesis is the episode number on our channel, so you can find all the video cuts, from full-length to 2min. And spread the word - we have so much to discover, together, about the planet, each other, our work, and our interdependence.Thanks to: co-host, Lauren Staniec - https...
2022-12-0405 min
Discover SustainabilityMajora Carter on Low-Status Communities (S2C E53)Majora Carter is a community advocate and developer who has come to leadership though connections and struggles with her own community and discovering what it means to her and how it has been portrayed to others. We talk with her about her new book "Reclaiming Your Community" and what she means by the term "low-status communities". Join us for this discovery about how equity and inclusion, along with co-creation, can inform our understanding of sustainability._______________________________________________________________________For video content, check out our site @DiscoverSustainability on YouTube. The notation in parenthesis is the episode number on o...
2022-11-1420 min