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Sustainable in the Suburbs
39: Sustainable Home Renovations — Materials, Waste, and Designing Homes For Life with Brittany Steptoe Wright
We talk a lot on this show about the small daily habits inside our homes. But every so often, the choices get bigger.Renovations bring in materials, demolition, budgets, trades, and long-term decisions all at once. They shape how a home functions — and how it holds up — for years.In this episode, I’m joined by Brittany Steptoe Wright, Founder and Principal of BSW Design and COO of Steptoe Carpentry, for a practical and thoughtful conversation about what sustainable design actually looks like inside real projects with real budgets.If you’re planning a renova...
2026-02-24
54 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
38: Things I Don’t Buy Anymore — Eco-Frugal Shifts That Reduce Waste and Save Money
Buying less is one of the most powerful forms of climate action we have.In this episode, I’m sharing some of the things I’ve stopped buying over the last ten years of sustainable living. This shift into eco-frugal living happened gradually, beginning with using up what I already had, doing periodic waste audits to see what we were consistently throwing way, and getting very clear on how and where to spend our money.Because truly, the most sustainable thing you can buy is nothing.TakeawaysClimate action begins at t...
2026-02-17
22 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
37: Sustainable Decluttering — Why Letting Go Isn’t Neutral
Donation dumps are basically reverse shopping hauls.Decluttering is often framed as an end point — clear it out, drop it off, move on. But what if the way we let things go quietly trains how we bring new things in?In this episode of Sustainable in the Suburbs, I’m exploring the relationship between decluttering, donation, and sustainable living — and why donation isn’t bad, but also isn’t neutral. We talk about mindful decluttering, overwhelmed donation systems, and how slowing down the letting-go process can shape more intentional habits around both acquiring and discarding things.
2026-02-10
21 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
36: How to Host a Clothing Swap — Sharing Clothes & Building Community
We all have clothes we don’t wear. Pieces that might fit again someday, that were expensive, or that feel too nice to just drop into a donation bin. When those clothes start piling up, donation often becomes the default solution. And once those bags are gone from the trunk, the buying cycle begins again.In this episode, I’m taking a closer look at that pattern, and at what it might look like to slow down not just how we buy clothes, but how we let them go. We’re talking about clothing swaps — how they work in...
2026-02-03
25 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
35: Rethinking Sustainable Fashion, Consumption, and Personal Style with Sabs Katz
This episode touches on sustainable fashion — but it’s not only about fashion.It’s a conversation about how we think about clothes, how we relate to what we already own, and how everyday decisions around getting dressed connect to consumption, care, and creativity.I’m joined by Sabs Katz, the creator of Sustainable Sabs and a cofounder of Intersectional Environmentalist, for a thoughtful, wide-ranging conversation about personal style, overconsumption, and what it looks like to slow down without turning sustainability into a rulebook.We talk about clothing as memory and legacy...
2026-01-27
58 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
34: How to Quit Using Paper Towels (and What to Use Instead)
Paper towels are one of those everyday items most of us don’t think twice about — until we do. They’re convenient, familiar, and deeply embedded in our kitchen routines. But when you slow down and look at what goes into making something designed to be used once and thrown away, it becomes worth questioning.In this solo episode of Sustainable in the Suburbs, I’m talking about how to quit (or significantly reduce) paper towel use in a way that’s practical, flexible, and rooted in real life. I share how paper towels quietly disappeared from our home y...
2026-01-20
27 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
33: Fewer, Better Things — How to Reduce Kitchen Clutter and Waste with Sasha Mazzuca
Our homes are full of things we barely notice until they start to feel heavy. Duplicate pantry items, forgotten gadgets, drawers that are full of junk... And suddenly, everyday life feels harder than it needs to be.In this episode, I’m joined by Sasha Mazzuca, founder of Disch and a professional organizer, for a thoughtful conversation about our relationship to stuff — and how choosing fewer, better things can make daily life feel calmer, more functional, and more sustainable.Sasha shares how years of organizing clients’ kitchens led her to a surpri...
2026-01-13
51 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
32: Overstimulation, Overconsumption, and the Pressure to Do More with Gillian Gabryluk
If the week between Christmas and New Year’s leaves you feeling overstimulated, scattered, or unsure how to move forward without just adding more pressure, you’re not alone. After a season filled with noise, expectations, and stuff, it can be hard to find your footing — especially when the cultural message is already shifting toward doing more, fixing more, and buying more in January.This week, I’m joined by Gillian Gabryluk, founder of Sileo Health & Wellness and host of the Be Still and Live podcast. Gillian shares a grounded perspective to what it looks like to slow dow...
2025-12-30
51 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
31: What Actually Works (and What Doesn't) in Sustainable Living — Lessons From a Year of Podcasting
After releasing 31 episodes — something I am frankly amazed at — I wanted to take a few minutes to look back on this first year of Sustainable in the Suburbs. What’s worked, what’s been harder than expected, and what I’ve learned along the way.In this short solo episode, I reflect on how the podcast has shaped my own thinking around sustainable living, why some conversations have resonated more than others, and how this show has slowly become a deeper, more community-focused part of my work. I also share the five episodes you’ve returned to most — a mix...
2025-12-16
18 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
30: Sustainable Gift Wrapping — How to Use What You Have and Cut Holiday Waste
Every holiday season, those beautifully wrapped gifts under the tree inevitably results in a giant pile of very fancy garbage in five minutes flat.In this week’s episode of Sustainable in the Suburbs, Sarah Robertson-Barnes looks at something most of us keep meaning to do better with next year… gift wrapping. From the confusing rules around what’s actually recyclable to the Pinterest pressure of “perfect” presentation, this episode explores why wrapping creates so much waste — and what we can do instead.Sarah walks through simple, low-waste wrapping ideas using things you already have at home, as...
2025-12-09
32 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
29: Sustainable Holidays with Kids — Minimalism, Presence, and Doing Less with Stephanie Seferian
If the holidays seem to get louder and more overwhelming every year, you’re not imagining it. From endless ads to the pressure to make everything “magical,” it’s easy to get swept into a season that feels more stressful than joyful. And for parents trying to have a more sustainable holiday with kids, the noise can make it hard to stay grounded in what really matters.This week, I’m joined by Stephanie Seferian, host of the Sustainable Minimalists podcast and author of Sustainable Minimalism. Stephanie brings such a thoughtful, grounded perspective to what it means to step ba...
2025-12-02
46 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
28: Is It Okay to Give Secondhand Gifts? Why Thrifted Gifts Are the Most Eco-Friendly Choice
Some of the most meaningful gifts we give (and receive) aren’t new. They’re secondhand.And yet… so many of us still hesitate.In this week’s episode of Sustainable in the Suburbs, Sarah Robertson-Barnes digs into the cultural stigma around secondhand gifts, why it lingers, and why it’s slowly shifting. This episode explores what makes a gift meaningful in the first place — and why secondhand gifts, whether thrifted, vintage, or passed down, often hold the most heart.Sarah shares listener stories, practical ideas, and her own real-life secondhand wins — all to help you re...
2025-11-25
29 min
Be Still and Live
#08: Start Where You Are: Sustainable Living Made Simple with Sarah Robertson-Barnes
What if the calm you crave isn’t hiding in a new planner or weekend reset, but in the way you shop, cook, mend, and move through your home?In this episode, sustainable living educator Sarah Robertson-Barnes shares a gentler path: start where you are, use what you have, and let “enough” be the goal.Sarah opens up about her shift from rigid zero-waste ideals to an approachable, suburban-friendly mindset. We talk about secondhand-first wins (like nearly-new graduation sneakers), the seven-day cart rule for online temptation, and the surprising peace that comes from shoppi...
2025-11-25
38 min
Good Enough Parenting
Parenting for the Planet: How Composting Can Build Character 🍃
Ever find yourself wishing you could raise kids who think beyond themselves, show emotional resilience, and eat their veggies without a bribe? Well tune in and buckle up. This week on the Good Enough Parenting podcast, I sat down with Sarah Robertson-Barnes, sustainability writer, educator, and host of Sustainable in the Suburbs — and she’s here to remind us that parenting with the planet in mind doesn’t have to mean going full homestead (or giving up take out).We talked about the small, practical ways we can parent more sustainably — and how those cho...
2025-11-19
33 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
27: Finding Joy in Creative Reuse — Sustainable Crafting for Every Season with Sibia Torres Padilla
What if the things we already have — the scraps, the leaves, the little bits most people throw away — are exactly where creativity begins?This week, Sarah Robertson-Barnes talks with Sibia Torres Padilla, the artist and author behind @sibster and Charming Woodland Crafts: 50 Fun and Easy Projects Made from Natural and Recycled Materials.Sibia shares how her upbringing shaped her creativity and resourcefulness, and how those early lessons in “making do” evolved into a lifelong love of turning the everyday into something meaningful. Together, they explore the beauty of creative reuse, the emotional connections formed through making...
2025-11-18
36 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
26: Holiday Food Waste — Simple Ways to Reduce Waste, Save Money, and Celebrate Sustainably
Festive food and drink are an important part of celebrating the holidays, but food waste shouldn’t be. In this episode of Sustainable in the Suburbs, Sarah Robertson-Barnes shares simple, sustainable ways to reduce food waste, save money, and plan mindful, eco-friendly holiday meals.From meal planning and low-waste hosting tips, to getting kids involved in the kitchen, you’ll learn how to plan for enough, use what you have, and enjoy the season without overspending or overbuying. This episode is full of practical tips and real-life inspiration to help your family live a little greener — one meal at...
2025-11-11
20 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
25: Redefining Sustainable Living — From Zero Waste to Real-World Resilience with Kristy Halderman
What happens when your life changes completely — but your commitment to living sustainably stays the same?This week, I’m joined by Kristy Halderman, whose sustainability journey has taken her from Washington, DC to Montana — touching nearly every part of sustainable living along the way. From going all-in on zero waste and launching an oat milk business, to working in sustainable investing, and now community-based environmental advocacy, Kristy’s story is a reminder that our definition of sustainability can — and should — evolve over time.We talk about what it’s like to live your values in a place whe...
2025-11-04
57 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
24: 5 Sustainable Living Mistakes to Avoid (and What to Do Instead)
Sustainable living isn’t a straight path — it’s a practice that shifts and changes as we do.Over the years, I’ve learned a lot about what sustainable living really looks like. I’ve tried just about everything, and while some things worked beautifully (at least for a while), others were total disasters! This episode is a look back at a few of those lessons — the cutlery kits, the trash jars, the guilt, the burnout, and the pressure to both reduce waste and make it all look perfect online. Because sustainable living isn’t about getting it right — it’...
2025-10-28
25 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
23: Borrow Before You Buy — Sharing, Renting, and the Circular Economy with LEND-IT.CA
Do you really need to own everything? From ladders and camping gear to canning supplies and extra tables, so many of the things cluttering our homes only get used once or twice a year. What if borrowing — instead of buying — became our default?For Circular Economy Month, this episode looks at how sharing, renting, and borrowing can strengthen our communities while cutting down on overconsumption. This week I am joined by Tim Sattler, the founder of LEND-IT.CA, a rental marketplace that connects neighbours and local businesses so people can access what they need without buying new.
2025-10-21
39 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
22: From Refills to Resilience — Simple, Real-Life Sustainable Living with Julie Darrell
What if stepping into a refill shop for the first time could change the way you see your whole community?This week, I’m joined by Julie Darrell, owner and founder of Bring Your Own Long Beach. Since 2017, Julie has been helping her community cut down on single-use plastics, rethink consumption, and find approachable ways to live more sustainably.We talk about what really happens inside a refill shop — from the first-time nerves to the “aha” moment when you realize how easy and empowering refilling can be. Julie also shares what it’s like raising teens in a...
2025-10-14
56 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
21: Zero Waste Halloween — Eco-Friendly Tips for Costumes, Candy, and Pumpkins
Halloween is supposed to be spooky, but the real horror might just be the mountain of waste it leaves behind. Costumes that only last one night, piles of plastic candy wrappers, cheap décor that lasts one season, and millions of pumpkins sent straight to landfill. It’s expensive and wasteful — but it doesn’t have to be that way.In this episode of Sustainable in the Suburbs, I’m sharing how to celebrate Halloween in a way that’s festive, affordable, and low waste. You’ll hear ideas for costumes, candy, decorations, and pumpkins that cut back on trash...
2025-10-07
22 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
20: Wildlife Conservation, Birding, and Finding Hope in Nature with Matt Howard
What if noticing a chickadee, or spending Sunday offline, could change the way you see your neighbourhood — and yourself?This week, I’m joined by Matt Howard, a wildlife biologist, writer, and engaging voice on how we connect with the natural world. Matt has worked everywhere from a tiny island in Alaska to California wind farms, and he now brings that deep ecological knowledge into everyday conversations about birds, frogs, and even the gear we think we need to enjoy the outdoors.We talk about everything from chickadee calls and suburban bird feeders to wi...
2025-09-30
1h 07
Sustainable in the Suburbs
19: Slow, Conscious, and Local — Sustainable Travel with Renee de Ronde
What if travel could be a form of care — for the planet, for ourselves, and for each other?This week, I’m joined by Renee de Ronde, the creator behind Conscious Compass, where she shares slow, nature-led travel experiences rooted in beauty, intention, and connection. We talk about everything from glamping and family road trips to Canadian landscapes and creator community — and what it really means to travel consciously in today’s world.Renee’s storytelling is gentle and grounded, and her photography will make you want to pack up and head straight for the forest (af...
2025-09-23
51 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
18: Connecting Communities Through Green Spaces with Carolyn Scotchmer
“The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” Green spaces strengthen our neighbourhoods, connecting us to nature and to each other.In this episode, I’m joined by Carolyn Scotchmer, Executive Director of TD Friends of the Environment Foundation (TD FEF). Carolyn has spent more than a decade supporting community development through urban greening and community gardening initiatives across Canada. Today, she leads TD FEF’s national granting programs — including TD Tree Days, which for the past 15 years has brought families, volunteers, municipalities, not-for-profits, and Indigenous communities together t...
2025-09-16
23 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
17: How to Raise Eco-Friendly Kids — Sustainable Living Tips for Parents with Talayna Zacharias
Is it possible to raise kids who care about the planet — without adding more to your already overflowing plate?In this episode, I’m joined by Talayna Zacharias, a sustainability educator and content creator based in Alberta, to talk about what it really means to raise eco-conscious kids in a culture that pushes convenience and consumption.We dig into parenting with sustainability at the core, how to model care and connection through small, everyday actions, and why curiosity, nature, and imperfection are essential tools in raising eco-conscious kids. Talayna also walks us through the full 7 R’s...
2025-09-09
49 min
Run Your Damn Business | Grow Your Online Business, Evergreen Sales, Passive Income, Start a Podcast, Make Money Online
055: She Chose Impact Over Algorithms — And It Paid Off (with Sarah Robertson-Barnes)
If you’ve ever wondered if you can grow a meaningful platform without chasing algorithms, follower counts, or cookie-cutter strategies… this episode is for you.Sarah Robertson-Barnes has done exactly that. As the founder of Sustainable in the Suburbs, Sarah has become a leading voice in sustainable living for suburban families — not because she followed every “growth hack” in the book, but because she stayed true to her values and showed up authentically.In this episode, Sarah and I talk about...How she grew her influence in the sustainability space by focusing on impact o...
2025-09-09
36 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
16: Sustainable Living with Kids — How to Save Money and Reduce Waste with Jessica Nakamura
From cloth diapers and thrifted toys to birthday party overload, this is what sustainable living with small kids actually looks like — the joys, the trade-offs, and what makes it doable.This week, I’m joined by Jessica Nakamura — a local realtor, mom of three (including twin toddlers), and self-described “kinda eco mom.” We sat down in my living room (sharing a mic in a DIY pillow fort) to talk about what sustainable living with kids really looks like in the thick of suburban parenting.Jessica shares the eco-friendly tips and small shifts that have worked for her fa...
2025-09-02
40 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
15: The Purposeful You — Sustainable Gardening with Tasha Medve
Food doesn’t come from the grocery store — it comes from the earth. Sustainable gardening is our most direct connection to nature, and one of the most powerful ways we can take climate action right in our own backyards.This week, I’m joined by Tasha Medve, the gardener and creator behind The Purposeful You. Tasha shares her passion for creating a “food oasis” at home, her best tips for beginners, and why gardening is about so much more than summer harvests. From fall crops to companion planting, we talk about the joy, the practicality, and the de...
2025-08-26
53 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
14: Zero Waste Back to School — Simple Ways to Save Money and Reduce Waste
Back-to-school doesn’t have to mean a cart full of new stuff. In this episode of Sustainable in the Suburbs, I’m sharing how to get your kids ready for school without wasting money — or creating a mountain of waste.From supplies and clothing to tech and litterless lunches, you’ll hear practical tips for:Starting with what you already have before buying new.Teaching kids the difference between needs and wants.Shopping secondhand first and making use of community resources.Tips for thrifting with and for your kids.Choosing durable, repairable, and refillable items when you do n...
2025-08-19
29 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
13: Beeswax Wraps 101 — Plastic-Free Food Storage with Hive to Home
Let your reusables look reused.In this episode of Sustainable in the Suburbs, I’m joined by Chelsey Schmuland, the owner and maker behind Hive to Home in Nova Scotia. Chelsey creates beautiful handmade beeswax wraps as a sustainable, renewable alternative to plastic food storage — but that’s just the beginning. She’s also a backyard chicken keeper, bread baker, waste diversion enthusiast, and all-around eco-nerd in the best possible way.We talk about what inspired her to start Hive to Home, how her wraps are made, creative ways to use them, and why prev...
2025-08-12
1h 01
Sustainable in the Suburbs
12: How to Quit Using Amazon — and Why You Should
We know it’s a problem, we just don’t know how to stop. Here’s how to start...In this episode of Sustainable in the Suburbs, I’m talking about how to quit Amazon — or at least drastically reduce your reliance on it — in a way that’s actually doable.We dig into the real costs of convenience, from environmental harm to the engineered scarcity of Amazon’s business model. But more importantly, I’ll walk you through how my family has shifted away from using Amazon — and how you can, too.The goal isn’t to ov...
2025-08-05
18 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
11: Money, Enoughness, and Community Care with Women’s Personal Finance
Money choices are climate action too.This week, Regina Moore and Angela Rozmyn from Women’s Personal Finance join me for a thoughtful, honest conversation about the overlap between money, sustainability, and community care.We talk about spending in alignment with your values, why “enoughness” can be such a powerful mindset shift, and how boycotts and intentional choices can be forms of protest. We also explore the role community plays — not just in sharing resources, but in building resilience and pushing back on the systems that encourage overconsumption.It’s a conversati...
2025-07-29
1h 06
Sustainable in the Suburbs
10: How to Refill in Your Own Containers for a Plastic-Free Pantry
Bringing your own containers to refill shops, markets, or even cafés is one of the easiest ways to cut down on single‑use packaging. It saves money, keeps your pantry organized, and helps shift the way we think about consumption.In this episode of Sustainable in the Suburbs, I’m sharing how to make refilling feel like second nature as a sustainable living practice. You’ll hear practical tips for overcoming barriers to refilling (including how to choose the right containers and understanding store policies), how small mindset shifts can lead to refill at scale, and plenty...
2025-07-22
21 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
9: From the Land, Not a Lab — Skincare, Sustainability, and Self-Care with Rebecca Ogilvie
This episode is an invitation to slow down — to reconnect with yourself, with nature, and with what truly matters.Sarah sits down with Rebecca Ogilvie, founder of The Detour Co., a sustainable skincare brand rooted in care and connection. Together they explore the quiet magic of routines that nourish rather than extract — from sourcing ingredients to creating space for rest in a culture that pushes us to hustle.They talk about the complexities of sustainable packaging, what it means to build a business in alignment with your values, and how self-care can be an act of r...
2025-07-15
37 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
8: 5 Easy Plastic-Free Kitchen Swaps for Sustainable Living
The kitchen is one of the biggest sources of household waste — but it’s also one of the easiest places to start making a change. In this episode of Sustainable in the Suburbs, Sarah shares five practical, affordable, and genuinely useful swaps to help you cut down on plastic and reduce waste at home. From ditching paper towels to upgrading your containers, these swaps are all about progress, not perfection. Check out the links below for Sarah’s go-to reusables and top plastic-free kitchen tips.Whether you're starting from scratch or just looking for a couple of easy w...
2025-07-08
16 min
Market This: The Marketing Podcast for Small Business Owners
#74: Forget Perfection: Sustainable Living With Sarah Robertson-Barnes
Feeling overwhelmed by the idea of living more sustainably? You’re not alone.But, what if I told you that you don’t have to overhaul your entire life to make a difference? In this inspiring (and delightfully practical) episode of Content Magic, I chat with Sarah Robertson-Barnes, founder of Sustainable in the Suburbs and host of the podcast of the same name. Sarah shares how small, joyful shifts in your daily habits can add up to powerful climate action — no perfection required!We cover: Why sustainable living doesn’t have to me...
2025-07-01
45 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
7: Rethinking Zero Waste and Building Community Care with April Dickinson
When we talk about sustainability, we often focus on what we’re buying—or not buying. But what if it’s really about something much deeper?In this episode, I’m joined by April Dickinson (@zerowastedork), a thoughtful voice in the zero waste space who thoughtfully challenges the consumer-driven model of sustainability. We talk about the evolution of zero waste living, the role of community care in climate action, and why economic degrowth might be the shift we need. From local connections to global systems, this is a conversation about finding joy, contributing to community, and staying grounded...
2025-07-01
48 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
6: Overwhelmed by Climate Change? Start Here.
Climate change feels HUGE — and it is. The problem is urgent and complex. And when you start looking for solutions, it can seem like there’s an endless list of things you should be doing. All of them are important, and that can feel completely overwhelming.In this episode, I’m sharing a simple framework I often come back to refocus my efforts: the Climate Action Venn Diagram from Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson. We’ll talk about how your skills, your joys, and the needs of the world can come together to help you find your own personal...
2025-06-24
20 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
3: From Trash to Treasure: Finding Joy in Upcycling (with @SustainablyAmber)
How do you turn “trash” into treasure and find joy in the process?In this conversation with Amber (@sustainablyamber), we explore how upcycling, thrifting, and creative reuse can spark climate action and community connection.You’ll hear how Amber got started, why she’s passionate about helping others value materials, and how everyday acts of making, reusing, and sharing can help us build a more sustainable life.If you’ve ever wondered how to get started with creative reuse or what to do with “stuff,” this episode will leave you inspired to start small — and th...
2025-06-17
1h 00
Sustainable in the Suburbs
1: Can You Be Sustainable in the Suburbs?
Can you really be sustainable in the suburbs? In this inaugural episode of Sustainable in the Suburbs, host Sarah Robertson-Barnes shares her personal journey and offers practical, relatable ways to embrace eco-friendly living — even amidst the challenges of suburban life.You’ll hear why sustainable living is about small, manageable shifts (not perfection), why the suburbs are an essential part of the climate conversation, and how building community and shared responsibility can make a lasting impact.This episode will encourage you to recognize your existing sustainable practices and inspire you to take actionable step...
2025-06-17
14 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
2: What Is Plastic Free July? (And Why Zero Waste Isn't the Goal)
Plastic Free July isn’t about perfection — it’s about paying attention. In this episode, Sarah discusses where this global movement came from, why it matters, and how small shifts in your everyday habits can help tackle our plastic problem.This challenge is about so much more than giving up plastic straws or bringing a tote bag to the store. Sarah also talks about her own experience with Plastic Free July over the years, how she approaches it now, and why “zero waste” isn’t the goal — progress is.From systemic change to simple swaps...
2025-06-17
15 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
4: How to Do a Household Waste Audit
What we throw away tells a story. When we take time to look at what’s going into the bin (and why), we can start making more intentional choices, one small shift at a time.This week on Sustainable in the Suburbs, I’ll guide you through how to do a simple waste audit. It’s a great starting point if you’ve ever wondered where to begin with low-waste living. And it’s a powerful reminder that every small step adds up!TakeawaysHow to do a simple waste audit at home, at th...
2025-06-17
14 min
Sustainable in the Suburbs
5: How to Navigate Climate Emotions and Build Community Around You with Jen Knoch
How do we hold the grief, rage, and love that come with caring deeply about the climate crisis and still keep going? In this conversation, I’m joined by my friend Jen Knoch, a Toronto-based sustainability advocate and the creator of the Climate Emotions Retreat, to explore what it looks like to feel these emotions fully, stay rooted in care, and take meaningful action alongside others.Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, inspired, or somewhere in between, this episode is a reminder that you don’t have to hold it all alone — and that small acts of tending and care...
2025-06-17
1h 05
Sustainable in the Suburbs
Trailer: Welcome to Sustainable in the Suburbs
We all care about the planet — but sustainable living can feel overwhelming. Where do you even start?Welcome to Sustainable in the Suburbs, a podcast for eco-curious individuals and busy families who want to reduce waste, live greener, and build a more sustainable home — without the guilt or pressure to do it all perfectly.I’m your host, Sarah Robertson-Barnes — a sustainability educator, writer, and suburban mum who’s passionate about practical low-waste living.Each week, you’ll get simple tips for reducing food waste, swapping everyday products, thrifting, composting, and building com...
2025-06-10
01 min
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One Person Found This Helpful: Series 2 Plus a Christmas Special - Jason Hazeley
Listen to full audiobooks for free :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTITLE One Person Found This Helpful: Series 2 Plus a Christmas SpecialSUBTITLE A BBC Radio 4 Comedy Panel GameSERIES #2 in One Person Found This HelpfulAUTHOR Jason HazeleyNARRATOR Frank SkinnerLANGUAGE EnglishRELEASE DATE 05-01-2025PUBLISHER BBC AudioCATEGORIES Funny, Performing ArtsSUMMARYFrank Skinner hosts the second series and a Christmas special of the show based on online reviews as he and his all-star panel celebrate the good, the bad & the baffling Everyone...
2025-05-01
00 min