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In Defense of FandomIn Defense of FandomBonus 2: WGA/SAG Strike & Personal UpdateSPN Family shows up to help picket for fair contracts for both the WGA (writers guild of america) and SAG (screen actors guild). Oh, and a small personal update.   Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/in_defense_of_fandom   Thanks to the voices you heard in this episode (in order of appearance): Eric Kripke: @therealKripke Kaelee Rhiannon Ben Edlund: @ben_edlund Misha Collins: @mishacollins Valeria Dean Shanda: @shandataber   Editorial Sup...2023-09-1217 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#23 Swap it Like its HotThis episode is all about ECO SWAPS! We chat to the AMAZING Less Waste Laura and talk about razors and biodegradable plasters!  That Bright Idea is a podcast about highlighting ideas that are improving the world one step at a time!  What is in store: Intro: Ellie is nearly back to full health and has a wealth of 'knowledge and advice' about herbal remedies.  Email from Elfed. One of our listeners wrote to us detailing what he found out about non-disposable razors and we are here to spread the word...2021-09-2928 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#22 Don't Sweat ItThis episode is all about CLOTHES - but not in the conventional sense... this week we are talking second hand sportswear and washing strips!   That Bright Idea is a podcast about highlighting ideas for good and this week they feature an interview with Chloe from Goodfit!   What is in store:  Intro: Rhirhi and Ellie MET UP IN PERSON at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and visited a vegan hotel, during their trip, at 3am on Saturday, they tasted the best Falafel in Edinburgh. EcoSwap: Tru Earth laundry strips Special...2021-09-0123 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#21 Pledge for vegThis episode is all about reducing the carbon footprint of what you eat!  That Bright Idea is a podcast about highlighting ideas for good and this week they feature an interview with Heather from Nommm!  What is in store: Intro: Our plastic correspondent has stepped in for Rhi Rhi this week and my has she got some good facts!  Phone in time: Jack quizzes them about sustainable food choices!  Ever had an edible coffee cup? Biobite are reinventing the coffee cup by making it...2021-08-1126 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#20 Inclusion is KeyThis episode is all about highlighting bright ideas around accessibility and inclusion. That Bright Idea is a podcast about highlighting ideas for good and this week they feature an interview with Kevin Chiam an award-winning design engineer! What is in store: Intro:  We've got 1000+ followers on insta and things are HOTTING up this week, anyone else feel that the weather just hasn't been discussed enough?  "My first phone call with my son": Google Pixel Live Caption Technology.  Special Guest: Kevin Chaim, creator of Folks Kitchenware...2021-07-2822 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#19 Cut your CarbonThis episode is all about carbon offsetting which is one way to balance out the carbon emissions that we all produce through protecting forests and investing in renewable or more efficient energies.   That Bright Idea is a podcast about highlighting ideas for good and this week they feature an interview with Charlotte from Nula Carbon!  What is in store: Intro: 🎵 Sometimes it works out and sometimes it don't 🎵 commiserations to the brave lads that did so well in the final. Phone in from Sam and Ellie who question Eco Ellie heavil...2021-07-1426 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#18 This Changes EverythingEllie is not very well, and so Rhi's sister Ffion steps in to co-host an episode that will give you goosebumps.  In this episode, they talk about life-changing innovation in the world of healthcare.  That Bright Idea is a podcast all about highlighting ideas for good and this week they feature an interview with James Dyson GLOBAL Award Winner of 2020 Judit from The Blue Box and they chat about Nopneu! What is in store: Intro: Ffion makes some pretty shocking statements about the podcast  Special Guest: Judit has...2021-06-3021 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#17 It's Coming HomeIts summer, the footballs coming home and Rhiannon and Ellie bring you a SUMMER BONANZA episode with THREE, yes three interviews all in one episode. You can't say we don't spoil you!  In this episode they talk about innovation for 1. your feet on the beach 2. swimming in the sea and 3. finishing off the day with an ice cold drink  That Bright Idea is a podcast all about highlighting ideas for good and this week they talk about SeaSense Flip Flops, Ulu Swim and Surf, and Isles Cocktails! What is...2021-06-1735 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#16 Move on UpRhiannon and Ellie reminisce on their trip together and listen to a series of their voice notes which they recorded en route to seeing each other! In this episode innovation to mitigate the impact of unconscious bias is the hot topic, they showcase some bright ideas that help us to be aware of our biases when it matters. That Bright Idea is a podcast all about highlighting ideas for good and this week they talk about Butterfly Books, Police Now and Street Doctors! What is in store: Throwback Thursday...2021-06-0924 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#15 Let it GrowRhiannon and Ellie are recording together! The first episode recorded with them both in the same room! In this episode innovation that uses the power of plants is discussed with some cutting edge technologies that will change the world as we know it. That Bright Idea is a podcast all about highlighting technologies that are being created for good and this week they talk about Vertical Future, Aureus, and Spinach Emails! Each of which are using plants in different forms to benefit people AND the planet. What is in store: ...2021-06-0224 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#14 A Whole New WorldEllie and Rhiannon discuss VR and its potential to solve challenges around isolation, education and healthcare, bridging them through the use of a technology-based reality - this is “a whole new world”. That Bright Idea is a podcast all about innovation and this week they highlight No Isolation, Musemio and Rescape. Each of these companies shows us the positive impact that virtual reality can have on people's lives. What is in store: Newsflash: Memory lane of festivals in Cardiff, Ellie's first paper is published and That Bright Idea hits the headlines!   ...2021-05-0526 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#13 Chain reactionEllie and Rhiannon discuss the different stages of the production chain to show off some innovative ideas that are improving sustainability from start to finish! That Bright Idea is a podcast all about innovation and this week we highlight Spinnova, GoodF!nd, Cuan Tech and Notpla. Each of these companies are creating or compiling sustainable products to help us progress into a greener future. What is in store: Newsflash: Our tales of being freezing in London and Oban.  What's the problem? Products that we buy are not sustainably produced, how can we solve...2021-04-2125 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#12 What the health?!Ellie and Rhiannon discuss Pregnancy test for the Blind and MiRemedy to highlight some topics around health that are often not talked about. That Bright Idea is a podcast all about innovation and this week we talk about innovation in terms of health! There are so many taboo topics around health and specifically women's health that simply do not need to be. We discuss some ideas that are leading the way into an open and honest future! What is in store: Easter highlights: Heatwave hits Scotland and boiled eggs are crumbling in Shrewsbury! ...2021-04-0728 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#11 You've Got The Power!Ellie and Rhiannon discuss YoYu and Hydro Wind Energy to reveal some intriguing ideas about energy! That Bright Idea is a podcast all about innovation and this week we talk about innovation in the energy sector. Burning fossil fuels is wrecking our planet but with a little bit of innovation there is a way forward. So, here we highlight some bright ideas that are helping to combat climate change! Want to know how to make a fossil fuel free cake? Then listen up! What is in store: Birthday chat: it was Rhiannon's...2021-03-2427 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#10 Are we on the same page?Ellie and Rhiannon discuss Books That Matter, Brave Girls Book Club, Charli Evans from Literary Phoenix, and Big Data Girl to open your eyes to gaps and biases in literature! That Bright Idea is a podcast all about innovation and this week we talk about innovation in terms of books! It is SHOCKING how different groups of people are excluded as characters and authors in books at present. So, here we highlight some bright ideas that are helping to combat this issue and broaden everyone's mindset. "Do not underestimate the power of pen to paper!"...2021-03-1028 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright IdeaIntroducing That Bright IdeaWelcome to That Bright Idea with Rhiannon & Ellie. We talk about bright ideas that are changing the world. 2021-02-2401 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#9 Started From the Bathroom Now We're HereEllie and Rhiannon discuss Wild, Fussy, Scrubbee and EcoVibe... all in the name of slowing down fast fashion! Firstly, you may be thinking "who is this?!" because we have re-branded from "Lightbulb Moments" to "That Bright Idea", we hope you like our new look! This podcast is all about innovation and this week they discuss bright ideas in the BATHROOM. Less than 50% of bathroom products are recycled and there is evidence to suggest that synthetic chemicals in cosmetic products can have a negative impact on your health. There is a MASSIVE opportunity for change in...2021-02-2426 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#8 Slowing Down Fast FashionEllie and Rhiannon discuss Algalife, Save Your Wardrobe, Bert&B and Staiy... all in the name of slowing down fast fashion! This podcast is all about innovation and this week they discuss bright ideas in the FASHION industry. Each year, 92million tonnes of clothing go into landfill and 20% of this has never been worn. The ideas featured in this episode are doing things a little differently… and focussing on the well-being of people and the world.  What is in store: Meeting Famous Podcasters: Last weekend Rhiannon (sort of) met a famous podcaster an...2021-02-1026 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#7 Food for ThoughtEllie and Rhiannon discuss Food Cloud, Evocco and Brewdog... all in the name of sustainable food!  This podcast is all about innovation and this week they discuss bright ideas in the FOOD industry. Over 20% of global emissions come from food, we eat it every day, and on top of that 50% of the food that is produced is wasted. So this is something they are really passionate about shouting about.  What is in store: Birthday throwbacks: It's Ellie's Birthday! What better way to celebrate than by remembering all those great parties she's thrown...2021-01-2724 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#6 Getting To Know UsEllie and Rhiannon talk backgrounds, sisters and algal bloom... This is the episode that really sets the scene!  This podcast is all about innovation and is hosted by Ellie & Rhiannon, you may (quite rightly) be thinking, "Who on earth are these two and why are they telling me about innovation?" The answer is in this episode!  What is in store: Who we are, what we do and why we are doing this podcast  Get to know the REAL us in an exclusive double sister feature  Ellie's note to self 2021-01-1322 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#5 A Big AnnouncementLB Moments Quiz of the Year, a look back on 2020 and a SNEAK PREVIEW into what is in store in 2021.... Rhiannon is joined by NEW co-host Ellie Wood aka EcoEllie!  Ellie and Rhiannon met at University and lived together for three years. Ellie specialises in Algae and is currently researching a PhD, Rhiannon is a Technical Product Manager in Software Engineering at Sky. Whilst they have careers in different industries, their paths have crossed once again, as their interests overlap when it comes to innovation for good - cue Lightbulb Moments!  ...2020-12-3026 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#4 Have yourself a MERRI little KnickermasA sustainable Christmas, Nuw, MERRI and Rhiannon's middle sister.... Lowri Collins.   Having studied Nature, Society and Environmental Governance at the University of Oxford as her Masters, Lowri knows her stuff when it comes to this area.   This podcast is all about innovation and this week Lowri & Rhiannon discuss the HOT topics in the world of CLOTHING, with an interview NOT TO BE MISSED with Ella Merriman, founder of Merri!  What is in store:  30-second challenge: top tips for a sustainable Christmas  Nuw - a...2020-12-1628 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#3 Everything You Need to Know about CrowdfundingCrowdfunding, Monetising Hobbies and Hannah Forbes - in this episode Rhiannon is joined by her good friend Hannah Forbes @thefundingcrowd This episode basically underpins everything we talk about on the Lightbulb Moments podcast so THIS IS VERY EXCITING! Hannah has many strings to her bow, firstly she is the Founder of The Funding Crowd, a business consultancy supporting early-stage startups to raise funding - raising over $4 million in 2020 alone.  She is a PhD Student in the School of Engineering at Liverpool University, conducting research into how to innovate with the crowd. AND...2020-12-0227 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#2 The Future of PlasticIts been 2 weeks already?! It's Ep 2 of Series 2 and Rhiannon is joined by her good friend Ellie Wood (@ecoellie1). Ellie is currently writing a PhD all about ALGAE - specifically, optimising strain selection and developing a biorefinery for industrially relevant microalgae at the Scottish Association for Marine Science - WOWOWOW. This podcast is all about innovation and this week Rhiannon & Ellie highlight cutting edge innovation around PLASTIC! They talk about a future where we will be able to recycle plastic thanks to 'Recycling Technologies', they also hear from plastic expert...2020-11-1827 minThat Bright IdeaThat Bright Idea#1 Kicking off with Rhi's Sister FfionWe started off as Lightbulb Moments and now we are That Bright Idea, some references may be old and the full series of Lightbulb Moments can easily be found if you search the name! It all starts here! Rhiannon kicks off the series hosting with her sister... Ffion Collins, who is currently studying at Exeter Uni. Ffion shares some insight around her experience of being at University during the pandemic, plus some very unique ways to combat procrastination.  Want to find out more about the brilliant initiatives we mention?  1. AmazingIf, who...2020-11-0424 min